News Summary

The latest rankings for Appleton Area high school athletics reveal strong performances in softball, baseball, and girls soccer as of May 11. The Ghosts and Foxes shine in softball, with undefeated records and impressive games ahead. In baseball, the Lightning look to bounce back after recent losses, while the Wolves make waves in girls soccer, showcasing standout performances. Fans can anticipate thrilling matches as these teams continue to compete and strive for victory.

Appleton Area High School Sports Update: May 11 Rankings Show Thriving Teams!

Greetings, sports fans from Appleton! If you’re a lover of local high school athletics, then you’re in for a treat. The latest team rankings for softball, baseball, and girls soccer as of May 11 have revealed some exciting performances, and there are some thrilling matches on the horizon! Let’s dive right in!

Softball Highlights

First up, the Ghosts of the Fox Valley Association (FVA) are shining bright! They currently sit on top of the FVA standings and have been scoring in double digits in a whopping 10 of their 14 victories. What a phenomenal season for them! Their next big game is against Oshkosh West on May 13, followed by a match against Neenah on May 15 and another away game at Kimberly on May 16. Mark those calendars, folks!

Speaking of stellar teams, the Foxes are absolutely dominating the North Eastern Conference with an undefeated record of 13-0! Thanks to their superb sophomore ace, Madison Babcock, who boasts a 1.17 ERA, they are a force to reckon with. The Foxes will be testing their mettle with a game at Waupaca on May 12, and then they return home for clashes against Wrightstown and Denmark on May 13 and 15, respectively. Don’t forget the big showdown at Freedom on May 16!

The Papermakers, who had a somewhat rocky week with a 2-2 record, managed to secure wins against Appleton East and Appleton North. They are gearing up for a critical matchup next week. Meanwhile, the Wolves have made quite an impression, shooting up to No. 4 after being unranked just last week! These players are on a remarkable 12-game winning streak, powered by sophomore shortstop Libby Jahnke’s staggering batting average of .625 along with 8 home runs and 38 RBIs. Talk about talent!

The Lions are keeping the heat on, sitting just half a game behind Valders in the Eastern Wisconsin Conference. They’ve bounced back with five wins in their last six games! Other teams to keep an eye on include the Polar Bears, who have won 12 of their last 13, their only loss being a narrow 3-2 defeat to Kimberly on May 6. The Polar Bears will play against Appleton West on May 13, visit Neenah on May 15, and take on Appleton East on May 16.

Baseball Buzz

Moving on to baseball, the Lightning recently bounced back with a significant 5-3 victory over Bay Port, which bolstered their ranking. However, just last week they dropped two spots due to some tough losses against Appleton East and Fond du Lac. They’ll be looking to climb back up the rankings with key showdowns against New Holstein on May 13 and 15.

Girls Soccer Standouts

Switching gears to girls soccer, the Wolves have been dazzling fans with a strong 2-0 nonconference win over Xavier, where junior midfielder Suri Hottmann showcased her skills by scoring both goals. The Hawks remain undefeated in the Bay Conference alongside West De Pere and Seymour, as they gear up for a challenging matchup against the Thunder on May 13. The Thunder enters the top 5 for the first time this season, having secured wins in six of their last seven matches. What an exciting time to be part of Appleton’s sports scene!

Whether you’re cheering from the stands or keeping track of scores from home, there’s no denying the excitement swirling around these teams. Strong performances from the Ghosts, Foxes, Papermakers, and Wolves have set the stage for thrilling matches in the coming days. So, gear up, Appleton! Your high school athletes are giving it their all!

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