Tag: Softball
Many teams ‘in the thick of things’ heading into softball tourney
A few weeks ago it appeared that everything was business as usual with the Naugatuck Valley League softball tournament on the horizon.
Oxford, St. Paul,...
Woodland experiences growing pains
BEACON FALLS — Woodland softball coach Loren Luddy knew that her young team’s fast start to the season wouldn’t last forever.
The Hawks settled back...
Greyhounds battling for spot in NVLs
NAUGATUCK — The top six teams appear solidly in place for the Naugatuck Valley League softball tournament with a couple weeks to go in...
Trip is equal parts bonding and softball
Softball is a game dominated by pitching, celebrated with a potent offense and driven by a skilled defense, but it’s the bond developed between...
Greyhounds get off to 2-1 start
NAUGATUCK — With experienced and young players alike stepping up, the Greyhounds picked up wins over Pomperaug and Wilby to start the season, before...
Powerful pitching propels Woodland
BEACON FALLS — Woodland freshman Riley Kane couldn’t have imagined a much better start to her career as the Hawks’ starting pitcher.
Kane tossed a...
Hawks blend experience with young talent
BEACON FALLS — A mix of experienced seniors and talented freshmen could be the solution that lands the Woodland softball team back in the...
Greyhounds out to pick up where they left off
NAUGATUCK — After reaching the quarterfinals of the Class L state tournament for the first time since 2009, the Naugatuck softball team is looking...
Close-knit Greyhounds made memorable run
Editor's note: This is the final story of a month-long series commemorating anniversaries of significant moments in Woodland and Naugatuck sports history. Our final...
Naugy, Woodland grads make mark on collegiate softball
Getting accustomed to playing softball at the collegiate level is no small feat. A few homegrown players are showing how it’s done.
Gillian Fortier, a...