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Ottawa Today
By the People, for the People
Dwight Edges Gardner-South Wilmington in Baseball Thriller
The Herald-News Roundup Highlights Top High School Sports Action
Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:12am
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competitive spirit of a high school baseball or softball game.Ottawa TodayIn a close baseball matchup, Dwight High School defeated Gardner-South Wilmington 7-3, with Ayden Collom striking out seven in three innings of relief and Jacob Wilkey going 2-for-3 with two runs. The Herald-News Wednesday Roundup also covers other top high school sports results, including Lockport's 11-1 win over Homewood-Flossmoor in baseball and Lockport's 13-1 softball victory over Bradley-Bourbonnais.
Why it matters
High school sports are an important part of the local community, providing opportunities for student-athletes to compete, develop their skills, and represent their schools. The Herald-News Roundup offers a comprehensive look at the latest action across a variety of sports, keeping readers informed about the achievements and successes of their local teams and players.
The details
In the baseball game, Dwight's Ayden Collom was dominant on the mound, striking out seven batters without allowing a hit in three innings of relief. Jacob Wilkey also contributed offensively, going 2-for-3 with two runs scored. On the softball diamond, Lockport's Alexis VanderTuuk and Sophia Hutera led the way, with VanderTuuk going 2-for-3 with three RBIs and Hutera hitting a grand slam.
- The baseball and softball games took place on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.
The players
Ayden Collom
A pitcher for Dwight High School who struck out seven batters without allowing a hit in three innings of relief.
Jacob Wilkey
A player for Dwight High School who went 2-for-3 with two runs scored in the baseball game against Gardner-South Wilmington.
Alexis VanderTuuk
A player for Lockport High School who went 2-for-3 with three RBIs in the softball game against Bradley-Bourbonnais.
Sophia Hutera
A player for Lockport High School who hit a grand slam in the softball game against Bradley-Bourbonnais.
The takeaway
The Herald-News Roundup showcases the impressive performances and competitive spirit of local high school athletes, highlighting the importance of sports in fostering community pride and student development.
