FHS softball team tops Triad

The Lady Panthers of Fairbanks scored a second consecutive run-rule softball victory over Triad on Tuesday.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:25pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high school softball game, with fragmented views of players, the field, and equipment rendered in vibrant colors and sharp, overlapping planes.The Fairbanks High School softball team's decisive victory over Triad showcases their continued dominance on the field this season.Marysville Today

The Fairbanks High School softball team defeated Triad 15-3 in five innings on Tuesday, improving their overall record to 11-2 and their Ohio Heritage Conference mark to 6-1.

Why it matters

The win over Triad marks the second consecutive run-rule victory for the Fairbanks Lady Panthers, showcasing their strong performance this season as they continue to build momentum in their conference play.

The details

Fairbanks held a 2-1 lead after the first inning and then scored four more runs to pull away from Triad. Pitcher Abby Russell earned the win for the Lady Panthers.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Abby Russell

The winning pitcher for Fairbanks High School in the game against Triad.

Amy Sines

The head coach of the Fairbanks High School softball team.

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What they’re saying

“The diamond at Milford Center was lined with chalk for a final time as far as high school softball goes. The years 1986-2026 were also outlined as the Lady Panthers finished 40 years of games on the field.”

— Tim Miller, Journal-Tribune reporter

The takeaway

The Fairbanks High School softball team continues to dominate their conference play, securing their 11th win of the season in a decisive victory over Triad. The team's strong performance this year is a testament to their hard work and the leadership of head coach Amy Sines.