Bay County girls sports: Inaugural championship has historic ring to it
3 minute readPublished: Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:37 pm
Bay County Girls' Sports Roundup: Standish Soccer Makes History, Werner Shines in Track
Bay County high school sports saw a flurry of action on May 7, 2025, with several teams making headlines. Standish-Sterling's girls' soccer team made history, capturing the inaugural Jack Pine Conference (JPC) championship with a dominant 5-1 victory over Ogemaw Heights. Coach Kacey Bentley praised the team's performance, highlighting their focus on a district title next. Analeis and Charlotte Ming each scored two goals, leading the Panthers to victory.
In track and field, John Glenn's Annabelle Werner had a standout performance at the Tri-Valley Conference Red Championship. Werner secured the conference crown in pole vault and added two more top-six finishes, propelling the Bobcats to a fifth-place team finish.
Essexville Garber's tennis team continued its strong season with an 8-0 sweep of Chesaning, showcasing their dominance heading into upcoming tournaments.
Softball saw mixed results. Pinconning split a JPC doubleheader with Midland Bullock Creek, while John Glenn suffered a tough sweep against Saginaw Swan Valley despite a strong start in Game 2. Standish-Sterling also split a doubleheader, bouncing back from a Game 1 loss to Shepherd to win the second game.
The article also provides a glimpse into the upcoming sports calendar, with games scheduled for May 8th, 9th, and 10th.
BNN's Perspective: It's great to see the dedication and success of these young athletes. The inaugural soccer championship is a significant milestone, and Annabelle Werner's performance is inspiring. While the softball results were mixed, it's clear these teams are giving it their all. Supporting local high school sports is vital for community engagement and fostering a sense of pride.
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