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The IndyStar announces the co-Players of the Week for Indiana high school softball, highlighting Maddie Such and Morgan Weatherholt for their exceptional performances. Such excelled as a pitcher, achieving multiple strikeouts, while Weatherholt showcased her resilience and skill after overcoming injuries. The article features other remarkable players making their mark in the sport, emphasizing the rich talent pool in Indiana softball. Voting for the Player of the Week poll is open, allowing fans to support their favorite athletes ahead of the upcoming awards ceremony.

Exciting Times for Indiana Softball: Maddie Such and Morgan Weatherholt Shine

Indianapolis is buzzing with excitement as the IndyStar kicks off its weekly Player of the Week poll, spotlighting some remarkable high school softball talent across Indiana! Presented by the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, this poll shines a light on the athletes who are making waves on the field each week. And guess what? You have a chance to weigh in on who should take home the honors, with voting open until noon this Friday!

This week, IndyStar has awarded co-Player of the Week accolades to two standout girls: Maddie Such, a sophomore pitcher from Lake Central, and Morgan Weatherholt from Concord, who is a mighty senior and Indiana Tech commit. These two are not just your average players; they brought the heat from March 31 to April 5, dominating their games.

Maddie Such: A Pitched Masterpiece

Maddie Such has been nothing short of sensational on the mound. With her impressive pitching skills, she not only achieved a stunning three-hit shutout against Munster, racking up a jaw-dropping 14 strikeouts, but also delivered another stellar performance against Penn, where she pitched four scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and striking out an incredible 18 batters! Maddie is making a name for herself at Lake Central, and her performances have surely caught the attention of many.

Morgan Weatherholt: A True Warrior

On the other hand, Morgan Weatherholt’s journey has been equally inspiring. After suffering serious injuries in a car crash back on November 1, she has made a remarkable recovery and is back on the field. Before the season opener against Fairfield, a special ceremony honored her resilience and dedication to the game. Not to mention she has continued to showcase her skills by batting .350 across six games and striking out 37 batters in just 36 innings pitched! With a 10-strikeout performance against Bloomington North, Morgan is undoubtedly proving her prowess as one of the leaders in Indiana softball.

Highlight Reel of Other Talented Players

This week’s Player of the Week poll also featured other stellar performances! Crafton had quite a week as well, batting .350 while recording two 2-for-3 games and achieving multiple strikeouts against strong competitors such as West Lafayette Harrison and Lutheran. Meanwhile, Feczko dazzled everyone by batting .583, contributing one homer, and racking up eight RBIs, along with pitching eleven shutout innings with an impressive 21 strikeouts.

Furthermore, the talent doesn’t stop there! A freshman has burst onto the scene with an astonishing batting average of .714, including three homers and driving in six RBIs. This is just a sign of the extreme level of talent that’s present in Indiana’s softball landscape.

Other names like Hilliard, who went 5-for-8 over the week, hitting against formidable opponents and scoring multiple runs, have also made headlines. Not to forget Jones, who pitched an impressive nine innings, maintaining zero earned runs and making a statement with 15 strikeouts against Lutheran. Not to be outdone, Kramer hit a home run and delivered three RBIs, while Leugers showcased her batting talent by hitting for the cycle against Southport!

As we recognize these talented players who have taken Indiana high school softball by storm, it’s evident that the competition here is sharp. With seven players showing exceptional statistics and capability across various facets of the game, the excitement continues to build leading up to the awards ceremony at Butler’s Clowes Hall on April 27, where the winners of the poll will also be honored.

So, don’t forget to cast your vote for your favorite players and show them your support! Indiana softball is rich with talent, determination, and heart, and it’s thrilling to see how these young athletes are shaping the future of the sport.

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