Twin River Softball

Adalyn Bishop drives the ball for an RBI single in the Titans win over the GACC Bluejays. NCJ photo by Ken Kush

Adalyn Bishop drives the ball for an RBI single in the Titans win over the GACC Bluejays. NCJ photo by Ken Kush

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Titans open season with split, runner-up finish

Ken Kush
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
DAVID CITY —A1-1 tie turned into a runaway when the Twin River Titans scored 12 runs in the bottom of the third and posted the threeinning 13-1 win over Guardian Angels Central Catholic in David City on Thursday.The second game of the night ended on a two-out seventh inning walk-off by the host...
Front row: Kielyn Dohmen, Laynie Allen, Lia Whited, Aubree Brandenburger. Middle row: Emma Preister, JLee Van Driel, Mya Ramaekers, Kaylee Vering, Caylyn Zoucha, Briley Dohmen, Adalyn Bishop. Back row: Sierra Reardon, Jaedyn Friesen, Lily Stenger, Brecklyn Kurz, Jaelynn Johnson. Not pictured: Kaleigh Rickard. Photo provided

Front row: Kielyn Dohmen, Laynie Allen, Lia Whited, Aubree Brandenburger. Middle row: Emma Preister, JLee Van Driel, Mya Ramaekers, Kaylee Vering, Caylyn Zoucha, Briley Dohmen, Adalyn Bishop. Back row: Sierra Reardon, Jaedyn Friesen, Lily Stenger, Brecklyn Kurz, Jaelynn Johnson. Not pictured: Kaleigh Rickard. Photo provided

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Titans set sights on October run

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
GENOA — It’s time to put the rest of the state on notice. The Titans are coming.Twin River opens the softball season on Thursday with aspirations of playing deep into October.“The chemistry is really strong,” Twin River coach Renae Van Driel said.
Marcie Spitz (pitching) looks to get the better of former Twin River teammate Lauryn Melcher in their only time directly facing each other at the Central Community College All-Star game last week. NCJ photos by Ken Kush

Marcie Spitz (pitching) looks to get the better of former Twin River teammate Lauryn Melcher in their only time directly facing each other at the Central Community College All-Star game last week. NCJ photos by Ken Kush

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Melcher, Spitz face off as all-stars

Ken Kush
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
COLUMBUS — It had been awhile since teammates Lauryn Melcher and Marcie Spitz of Twin River had been on opposite benches during a high school softball game.Both girls were selected to play in the Central Community College All-Star Game last Wednesday night at the Raider Softball/Soccer Complex with...
Twin River finished the season with a 25-10 record. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Twin River finished the season with a 25-10 record. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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No. 6 Titans upset in District Final

Rick Holtz
Friday, October 11, 2024
GENOA — The Titans saw their season come to an abrupt end on Friday, falling two wins short of a State berth.No. 6 Twin River (25-10) were upset in the C-6 District Final by the No. 11 seed, Aquinas Catholic, dropping game one 11-10 and falling in game two 22-8.
The Titans advance to a home District Final game on Friday after Aquinas Catholic. Twin River defeated North Bend Central 11-1 in the C-4 Subdistrict opener and defeated Bayard 8-0 in the championship game. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

The Titans advance to a home District Final game on Friday after Aquinas Catholic. Twin River defeated North Bend Central 11-1 in the C-4 Subdistrict opener and defeated Bayard 8-0 in the championship game. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titans win C-4 Subdistrict

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
GENOA — Two more win. The Titans need just two more wins to punch their tickets to State.Twin River advanced to Friday’s District Final where they will play host to Aquinas Catholic.
Van Driel

Van Driel

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Titans go 2-1 last week

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
GENOA — The Class C No. 6 Titans went 2-1 last week, picking up a pair of wins over Pierce on Tuesday, while falling to St. Paul on the road on Thursday.Twin River earned a 9-1 win and a 16-5 win over Pierce to complete the sweep.In the first game, the Titans jumped out to a quick 4-0 lead.
Rickard

Rickard

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No. 5 Titans look to rebound after losses

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Twin River dropped a pair of games last week to some good competition.The Class C No. 5 Titans traveled to Hastings on Tuesday to take on Class C No. 1 St. Cecilia. The Hawkettes cruised to a 15-3 win in 3 innings.Twin River (20-5) was held to just 3 hits in the game.
LEFT: JLee Van Driel, though only a sophomore, has been one of the top players in the state this season. RIGHT Marcie Spitz has helped lead Twin River to 20 wins this season thanks to her stellar performances on the mound. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

LEFT: JLee Van Driel, though only a sophomore, has been one of the top players in the state this season. RIGHT Marcie Spitz has helped lead Twin River to 20 wins this season thanks to her stellar performances on the mound. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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No. 4 Titans win 20th game of season

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
GENOA — Twin River picked up their 20th win of the season, defeating Yutan-Mead 9-1 at home on Monday.The Class C No. 4 Titans jumped out to an early 1-0 lead in the first inning and added 3 more runs in the third inning.
Twin River picked up wins over Centennial, Lincoln Northwest and Milford on Saturday. Photo provided

Twin River picked up wins over Centennial, Lincoln Northwest and Milford on Saturday. Photo provided

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No. 7 Titans go 3-0 at Fairbury Invite

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
FAIRBURY — Twin River bats stayed hot on Saturday as the Titans won three games on their way to bringing home the hardware from the Fairbury Invite.The No. 7 Titans opened the day with a 10-2 win over Centennial. They advanced to the title game thanks to a 7-3 win over Lincoln Northwest.