Centerville Elks Defeat Ross Rams in Softball Matchup

Five-run first inning propels Elks to 10-0 victory over Rams

Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:24am

The Centerville Elks softball team defeated the Ross Rams 10-0 on Tuesday, with a strong five-run first inning setting the tone for the game. The loss drops the Rams' record to 4-3, while the Elks improve to 3-1 on the season.

Why it matters

This game represents an important early-season matchup between two local softball programs. The Rams were looking to avenge a previous loss to the Elks, but were unable to overcome Centerville's fast start.

The details

Centerville jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning, which proved to be the difference in the game. The Rams were unable to mount a comeback against the Elks' pitching and defense, resulting in the 10-0 final score.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 6, 2026.
  • The Rams' previous loss to the Elks occurred in April 2016.

The players

Centerville Elks

The Centerville Elks are the softball team representing Centerville, Ohio. They are now 3-1 on the season after this victory.

Ross Rams

The Ross Rams are the softball team representing Ross, Ohio. They are now 4-3 on the season after this loss.

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What’s next

The Rams will look to bounce back when they face off against Beavercreek on Monday, April 12th at 5:00 p.m. The Elks will look to continue their strong start when they take on Mason on April 3rd.

The takeaway

This game highlights the competitive nature of local softball rivalries, as the Rams were unable to avenge their previous loss to the Elks. The Centerville team's strong start proved to be the difference, showcasing their ability to jump out to early leads and hold on for victories.