GHS softball advances to regionals

In a tightly fought district final, Goodrich pitcher Jessica Morgan came up big. Morgan allowed only three hits and struck out eight as the host Martians defeated Lake Fenton 2-0 on June 5 to win a district championship. The Martians scored one run each in the fourth and sixth innings, and Morgan made those runs […]

Doan races in 800 meter run at states

Even though she didn’t place, Brandon’s Kayla Doan gained valuable experience competing in the Division 2 state meet June 5 at Caledonia. Doan was the only member of the Blackhawks? girls track team to compete at states. She raced in the 800 meter run and finished with a time of 2:26. ‘She learned a lot,? […]

Elsworth powers Martians to win in district opener

The Goodrich baseball team started the playoffs out on the right foot June 1. The host Martians scored seven runs in the first inning and eight more runs in the fourth inning as they routed Atherton 17-1 in their district opener. Goodrich (29-8 overall, 19-1 in Genesee Area Conference Red Division play) advanced to take […]

Brandon nine eliminated by St. Mary’s for second year in row

By Jeff Patrus Sports Writer Once again, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s dashed the Brandon baseball team’s hopes for continuing in the Division 2 state playoffs. St. Mary’s pitcher Kyle Miller shut down the Blackhawks, allowing only a second-inning single to Mark Butzu and striking out eight as the Eaglets defeated the Blackhawks 4-0 in the […]

Goodrich track teams prove to be best in GAC Red

Goodrich’s track program continues to set the standard for others in the Genesee Area Conference Red Division to follow. At the May 27 league meet in Mt. Morris, the Martian boys team won their 13th overall league championship in 14 seasons, scoring 157 points to easily outdistance runner-up Mt. Morris (100) and third-place Montrose (79). […]

Garman, Bertrand ignite Martian softball team in district opener

Led by Tara Garman and Alyssa Bertrand, the Goodrich softball team started district competition on a bright note. Garman and Bertrand each went 2-for-3 with two RBI to lead the Martians to a 16-0 win against Atherton in their June 1 district opener. Goodrich (26-9) advanced to take on Byron in district action Saturday, June […]

Brandon softball team ready for districts against Avondale

As their district opener approaches June 5, the Brandon softball team is showing signs they will be a quality foe in playoff competition. Brandon swept Imlay City in a June 1 doubleheader, taking the opener 8-1 and the nightcap 7-5. The Blackhawks improved to 21-14 on the season. Jill Perry shut down Imlay City in […]

Brandon kickers eliminated by Fenton in district opener

The Brandon girls soccer team’s youth proved to be its downfall in its district opener June 1. After trailing 1-0 at the half against visiting Fenton, the Tigers scored about eight minutes into the second half and went on to a 4-0 win against the Blackhawks. Brandon finished its season with an overall record of […]

Beard scores twice as Martians earn shutout in district action

Goodrich’s girls soccer team began its playoff drive with a 5-0 win against Croswell-Lexington June 1. Amber Beard scored two goals to lead a potent Goodrich attack. Meredith Mayberry, Amy Kovas, and Heather Cardenau also scored for the Martians. Goodrich is now 11-4-1, and hosted North Branch in a June 3 district semifinal contest. Brittany […]

Goodrich track teams clinch share of league title

The Goodrich boys and girls track teams are having a season to remember, both locally and nationally. The host Martians handily defeated Genesee in a May 18 matchup also involving Bendle. The boys team defeated Genesee 113-23, while the girls team routed the Wolves 126-8. Both the Goodrich boys and girls squads are 11-0 in […]