The Frontier Cougars emerged victorious in the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference 2A championship game against Caldwell with a 1-0 victory at J.B. Chambers I-740 Complex in Wheeling, W.Va. Kaycee Berentz once again delivered a pitching gem, while Kate Congleton’s first-inning hit proved to be the game-winning RBI.
In the first inning, Gracie Mendenhall started with a walk and advanced to second before scoring on Congleton’s single. Berentz and Evelyn Armstrong also contributed hits, but Frontier’s offense was limited by Caldwell’s Makayla Mumaw, who struck out 10 in seven innings.
Despite their offensive struggles, Frontier’s defense held strong and allowed only one hit from Caldwell. Berentz was outstanding on the mound, striking out 12 without issuing a walk. This victory ended Caldwell’s three-year streak of winning OVAC titles.
Next up for the Cougars is a senior night game against Shenandoah before heading into sectional play. Their sectional tournament begins on May 7 against Tuscarawas Central Catholic.
