Lady Cardinal pitcher Joni Russell fires the ball toward the plate in this file photo. Russell tossed a no-hitter during Friday’s triumph over Springfield Catholic Central. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
Triad’s softball team needed only five innings to topple Springfield Catholic Central, 17-0, on Friday.
Cardinal pitcher Joni Russell threw a no-hitter.
Ali Cox went three-for-three at the plate with a pair of triples.
Russell had two hits and drove in four runs.
Frani LeVan also finished with two hits.
Russell’s no-hitter came as Triad’s record improved to 9-14 overall and 7-8 in the Ohio Heritage Conference.
The Lady Cardinals will host Jackson Center on Tuesday during the opening tournament game of the season.
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