Jersey Vail winds up and releases a pitch, getting the win against Spirit Lake, Monday. Two runs in the top of the 10th handed the Indians their 10th loss on the diamond, breaking a 4-4 tie for the win. The pitcher of record helped her own cause with five hits from the leadoff position, including a double and a home run. Vail also struck out 12 from the hill in the road win. (Photo by Scott Merchant)

RUTHVEN — Five runs in the third propelled the Sioux Central girls to the win, Monday at Graettinger-Terril/Ruthven-Ayrshire Football. A run in their final at bat allowed the Rebels to double up on the Titans, 8-4.

“A strong pitching performance by Matilyn (Trierweiler) kept hitters guessing while timely hitting provided the necessary run support we needed,” said Jessy Bibler, Rebel softball coach.

RUTHVEN — If you look at the stats — nine runs on 12 hits including two home runs and nine stolen bases — Graettinger-Terril/Ruthven-Ayrshire wins their home game with Sioux Central’s boys going away. But the game Monday was played on the field, not on paper.

STORM LAKE — Buena Vista University announced a $10,000 grant from Clay County Pheasants Forever to fund the development of a new 3D archery range on university property. This transformational gift will allow the BVU archery program to expand its competitive offerings, host youth 3D camps and offer new outdoor educational experiences to the community.

COUNCIL BLUFFS ― As a team, Spencer hit for the cycle Saturday against Glenwood in Council Bluffs at Iowa Western College, in Lewis Central’s tournament; and George Lawson was a triple short on the cycle in a 12-2, five-inning early stoppage. The Tigers produced at least 1-run an inning and freshman Maxx Techen went the distance on the hill to earn the win, allowing two hits ― one earned ― and struck out five.

COUNCIL BLUFFS — Tara Hauschen, Spencer’s coach, suggested Saturday included two well played games in Council Bluffs, despite losing against Glenwood and Lewis Central.

“Was nice to play teams we don’t normally get to see during our season,” she said.

Jersey Vail and Emma White both pitched well during the day, Hauschen complimented.

Lucy Simington had a home run against Glenwood.

SPENCER YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP

• Monday-Thursday, Aug. 4-7

• Grades 3-6: 8-9:30 a.m.

• Grades 7-8: 9:30-11 a.m.

• Spencer High School Practice Facility

• Cost: $50 per camper, $90 for two siblings when one also attends high school camp

• Includes instruction and camp T-shirt

• Bring water bottles, T-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, shoes or cleats

• Rain or shine

ESTHERVILLE — After a 6-1 loss at home against top 10-ranked Estherville Lincoln Central, Monday, the two teams would meet Thursday in Estherville at the Iowa Lakes Community College softball field, earning the 11-0 shutout win.

Coach Tara Hauschen said she was extremely proud of the girls and their fight.

ESTHERVILLE — Through the fifth inning, Estherville Lincoln Central held a 6-0 advantage, and although still within Spencer’s range, the Midgets appeared poised to get the home win, Thursday. But, the Tigers' offense exploded in the final two innings for the 14-6 win.

PETERSON ― Matilyn Treirweiler came in to pitch in the middle of the second inning with the bases load and allowed minimal runs. She followed herself on base with a single to score Sioux Central’s first run of the game on Sioux Central’s way to downing Pocahontas-Area, Thursday night in Peterson.

In the fourth, Avery Wilson started a rally that allowed for three more runs to come across the inning in the Rebels 6-5 win.

SIOUX CENTRAL AT GT/RA

Monday, June 9 — Ruithven

In today’s world, the word “troll” has several meanings. In folklore, a “troll” is an unpleasant creature. In the internet world, a “troll” is someone who intentionally tries to cause trouble on message boards by posting inflammatory messages. But in the world of fishing, “trolling” is a great way to present a bait to fish.

URBANDALE — “Soccer is a cruel game sometimes,” Spencer coach Jesse Kuehler said. “It will give you everything, but it will also take everything from you in a second.”

The comments followed Spencer 2-0 loss to Urbandale in the first round of the IGHSAA State Tournament at UHS Frerichs Field, Monday night.

After a game at home against No. 7 Estherville Lincoln Central in a battle of unbeaten squads, Wednesday’s makeup game at Cherokee resulted in a 6-4 Tiger win at the Braves. Postponed from May 27, Spencer got on the board in the first with a pair of runs before allowing the struggling Braves three in the bottom half of the frame to take a one-run lead.

SPENCER — Eight runs in the bottom of the sixth ended a close 5-3 contest as the Tigers, despite having just four hits, invoked the 10-run rule, 13-3, Monday.