Outfielder Bickerstaff learning to pitch in order to assist Lady Monarchs
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July 22, 2026
Incoming Marysville High School sophomore Kaitlyn Bickerstaff prepares to release a pitch during a recent Lady Monarch practice. MHS head coach Jennifer Segner-Maxwell (left) is guiding Bickerstaff in her quest to become a pitcher. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Outfielder Bickerstaff learning to pitch in order to assist Lady Monarchs

By Tim Miller 

Marysville High School sophomore Kaitlyn Bickerstaff has been playing softball since the age of 6.

Throughout the many levels of the sport, she has shown her versatility by playing any number of positions, as needed by her teams and coaches.

“I started out as a shortstop in T-ball,” she said. “B...

Jonathan Alder baseball players earn D-IV All-Ohio accolades
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Cam Martin follows through with his swing and was on the All-Ohio honorable mention list. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
Jonathan Alder baseball players earn D-IV All-Ohio accolades
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The Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association recently named its all-state teams for the 2026 season. The honorees in Division IV include four players from Jonathan Alder. Senior outfielder Cashto...
Bowling Green coaches give annual instruction during NU volleyball workouts
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North Union volleyball players Kate Zimmerman (left) and Emmy Eastman (right) work on a drill at the net during a summer camp session that was conducted by coaches from Bowling Green State University. (Journal-Tribune photo by Sarah Vollrath)
Bowling Green coaches give annual instruction during NU volleyball workouts
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Jonathan Alder’s Logan Donaldson rips a base hit during a 2026 tournament game. Donaldson was recently named to the Division III All-Ohio second team as a freshman during the 2026 campaign. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
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Jonathan Alder baseball players earn D-IV All-Ohio accolades
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Cam Martin follows through with his swing and was on the All-Ohio honorable mention list. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
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Bowling Green coaches give annual instruction during NU volleyball workouts
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North Union volleyball players Kate Zimmerman (left) and Emmy Eastman (right) work on a drill at the net during a summer camp session that was conducted by coaches from Bowling Green State University. (Journal-Tribune photo by Sarah Vollrath)
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