MHS softball team rallies for victory over Watterson
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March 26, 2026
Marysville’s Jillian Rausch tries to reach back and tag second base during the season-opening win over Bishop Watterson. She was caught stealing on the play. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

MHS softball team rallies for victory over Watterson

By Tim Miller 

Marysville varsity softball head coach Jennifer Segner-Maxwell didn’t like how her team started Tuesday’s season-opening game against Columbus Bishop Watterson.

She did, however, like how the contest ended with an 8-6 victory over the Eagles.

“We need to start games better,” said Segner-Maxwel...

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