Pine River-Backus Tigers Crush Crosby-Ironton Rangers 18-1

Ariana Burns and Sawyer Tulenchik lead the Tigers to a dominant victory.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:47am

An abstract painting featuring bold, neon-colored brushstrokes that convey the dynamic energy and intensity of a high school softball game.The Pine River-Backus Tigers' offensive explosion leaves the Crosby-Ironton Rangers reeling in this high-energy softball matchup.Crosby Today

The Pine River-Backus Tigers softball team defeated the Crosby-Ironton Rangers 18-1 on Thursday, April 16. Ariana Burns went 4-for-4 with two doubles and seven RBIs, while Sawyer Tulenchik went 3-for-4 with four RBIs and three runs scored to lead the Tigers to the lopsided victory.

Why it matters

This win continues the Tigers' strong start to the season and showcases their offensive firepower. The Rangers, on the other hand, will need to regroup after this tough loss.

The details

The Tigers jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, scoring 18 runs on 15 hits. Burns and Tulenchik were the offensive stars, but the entire Tigers lineup contributed to the rout.

  • The game took place on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Ariana Burns

A standout player for the Pine River-Backus Tigers, finishing the game 4-for-4 with two doubles and seven RBIs.

Sawyer Tulenchik

Also a key contributor for the Tigers, going 3-for-4 with four RBIs and three runs scored.

Pine River-Backus Tigers

The high school softball team that dominated their opponent, the Crosby-Ironton Rangers, in this lopsided victory.

Crosby-Ironton Rangers

The high school softball team that was on the receiving end of the Tigers' offensive onslaught, losing 18-1.

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The takeaway

The Pine River-Backus Tigers showcased their offensive firepower in this decisive victory, led by standout performances from Ariana Burns and Sawyer Tulenchik. The Rangers will need to regroup and find a way to bounce back from this tough loss.