Southern Ohio Copperheads
Cheads Fall to Run Rule
Date:07/24/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Resuming a game from June 28th, the Copperheads faced the Sluggers starting tonight’s game at 5-0. Things kicked off with Frankie Clark getting hit by a pitch, followed by a single from Zach Hartman and another by Brendan Willadsen, and despite some good contact from Ronnie Rowley and Jack Ferguson, the inning ended with just one run. John Gerfen took the mound and held things steady during...
Copperheads Fall to Monarchs 8-5 After Rain-Delayed Two-Day Matchup
Date:07/20/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
What started as a strong early performance from the Southern Ohio Copperheads unraveled late in a two-day matchup against the Michigan Monarchs, ending in an 8-5 loss Sunday afternoon at Bob Wren Stadium. The game began Saturday night and was suspended in the bottom of the third inning due to rain. Before the delay, the Copperheads jumped to a 3-0 lead in the first inning, powered by back-to-back...
Tough Loss Against Monarchs, 13-1
Date:07/19/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads fell to the Michigan Monarchs on Thursday night in a tough 13–1 loss at Bob Wren Stadium. During the first three innings the Monarchs stole a whopping six bases allowing them to obtain a 6-0 lead by the bottom of the third. The Copperheads also stole multiple bases with Billy Adams stealing second during the first and Will Heisler stealing second in the second,...
Copperheads Raise Over $10,000 at Turn It Gold With Passion Game to Support Childhood Cancer Awareness
Date:07/18/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
On July 9, fans of the Southern Ohio Copperheads packed Bob Wren Stadium for the annual Turn It Gold With Passion game. The team raised over $10,000 in support of childhood cancer awareness and a local family affected by pediatric cancer. This is ten times the amount raised just four years ago. Of that total, $6,285 went directly to the Lucas family of Albany, Ohio. 5-year-old Delaney Lucas was d...
Close Game Against Lima Locos, 6-3
Date:07/16/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads took on the Lima Locos at their home paradise on July 15th for a beach themed game. The Locos came out sneaky as they stole six bases in the first three innings allowing them to score five runs by the bottom of the third. In the bottom of the second the Copperheads capitalized off walks and was able to bring Will Heisler home to add a run to the scoreboard. Pit...
Mariners End Cheads Winning Streak
Date:07/10/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Copperheads took on the Mariners on Wednesday, July 9. The game started off rough, with starting pitcher Jack Leonard supplying the Mariners with a few walks as well as a hit-by-pitch allowing them to capitalize on their loaded bases and ending the inning with a 5-0 lead. In the second inning Dylan Klein took over the mound. The Mariners got a home run that extended their lead to 6-0. During ...
Copperheads Take Down Joes 10-6 on Family Night at Bob Wren
Date:07/06/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads gave the home crowd plenty to cheer about on Family Night, delivering a 10-6 win over the Hamilton Joes on Sunday, July 6 at Bob Wren Stadium. A big second and third inning gave the Copperheads a lead they never gave up, despite a late push from the Joes. The Joes jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the top of the first, capitalizing on walks, a hit-by-pitch, and a wi...
Jurassic Loss To Scouts On 7/1
Date:07/02/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
On Tuesday, July 1st, the Southern Ohio Copperheads hosted Xenia at Jurassic themed Bob Wren Stadium but ultimately came up short, falling 10–6. Pitcher Tanner O’Farrell started the game strong for the Copperheads, throwing three strikeouts over the first two innings and keeping Xenia scoreless early on. In the bottom of the second, the Copperheads loaded the bases during a series of ...
Copperhead's Fall to Sluggers in a Rainy Game 6/27
Date:06/28/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads returned home after a week-long away stretch on Friday, June 28th to face off against the Flag City Sluggers. Starting pitcher Luke Bryant opened strong, striking out three batters in the first three innings and holding the Sluggers to just one run. The Copperheads managed to get runners on base in the first and second innings but couldn't bring them home. After...
Copperheads to “Turn It Gold With Passion" July 9 in Support of Childhood Cancer Awareness
Date:06/27/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads will raise funds for childhood cancer awareness and research while directly supporting a local family at the annual Turn It Gold With Passion game on Wednesday, July 9 at 7:05 p.m. at Bob Wren Stadium. This year’s game, in collaboration with Turn It Gold and Passion Works Studios, will spotlight the Lucas family of Albany, Ohio. 4-year-old Delaney Lucas was dia...
Copperheads Star War's Themed Loss On 6/17
Date:06/18/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
On Thursday June 17th the Southern Ohio Copperheads took on the Muskingum Clippers for their first game of the series. With a broken down bus and a rain delay not even the force could save the Copperheads from a 0-13 loss on the Star Wars themed night. Stepping up to the plate is John Gerfen, he gave the Copperheads a great start to the game by throwing a strikeout during ...
Copperheads Fall to Clippers in Game Two, 8-3
Date:06/18/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
After a narrow loss in the first game of Wednesday’s doubleheader, the Southern Ohio Copperheads couldn’t find their footing in game two, falling 8-3 to the Muskegon Clippers at Bob Wren Stadium. Despite early hustle and strong plays in the field, the Clippers pulled away late with a three-run seventh inning to seal the win. Southern Ohio came out swinging in the opening frame. Haruta...
Copperheads Drop Game One of Doubleheader to Clippers, 6-4
Date:06/18/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads fell just short in a back-and-forth battle with the Muskegon Clippers on Wednesday afternoon, losing 6-4 in the first game of a doubleheader at Bob Wren Stadium. Despite strong late-inning pressure at the plate, the Copperheads couldn’t complete the comeback in the seven-inning contest. Muskegon struck early after a single and an error allowed Ethan Delgado to ...
Love Athens County Event at Bob Wren Stadium on July 10
Date:06/16/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads are excited to announce a special community night at Bob Wren Stadium: Love Athens County, presented by Hocking Valley Bank, will take place on Wednesday, July 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. This event is a celebration of everything that makes Athens County special. All ages are invited to enjoy a summer evening filled with live music, local food trucks, and family-friendly gam...
Copperheads Shut Out Mariners in 15-0 Run-Rule Victory
Date:06/14/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads delivered a dominating performance Saturday night at Bob Wren Stadium, shutting out the Grand Lake Mariners 15-0 with a seven-inning run-rule win. Consistent pitching and smart base running gave the Copperheads control of the game from the first pitch to the final out. Pitcher Tanner O’Farrell started strong on the mound, retiring the Mariners with little pushb...
Copperheads Face The Grand Lake Mariners on 6/13
Date:06/14/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Taking no days off, the Southern Ohio Copperheads returned to the field Friday night to face off against the Grand Lake Mariners. Friday’s game was sponsored by Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, on their behalf the first pitch was thrown by Mary Beth Burton, a former softball player and current second year student at the college. Pitcher Peyton Buckley stepped up to ...
Run Rule Strikes Again: Copperheads Defeat Joes 11-1
Date:06/13/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
If there was one key takeaway from the Southern Ohio Copperheads’ most recent matchup against the Hamilton Joes, it would be: patience is a virtue. The Copperheads took the field at Bob Wren Stadium on Thursday night, defeating the Hamilton Joes 11-1 in just seven innings. Despite a tough loss against the Joes the night prior, a strong pitching performance from Ohio University student...
Tough Loss Against The Hamilton Joes On 6/11
Date:06/12/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Tough loss against the Hamilton Joes Wednesday night, leaving the Cheads with a 3-2 standing in the league. Wednesday night’s game was sponsored by SunPower and the first pitch was thrown by Cayson on their behalf. Both teams came out strong during the 1st inning with 3 runs being scored by the Joes. The Cheads starting lineup managed to secure 2 runs during the bottom of the 1s...
Copperheads Win Big in Game Two, Run-Rule Xenia 17-7
Date:06/08/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads stormed back Saturday night with a commanding 17-7 win over the Xenia Scouts at Bob Wren Stadium, tying the weekend series at 1-1. Pitcher Declan Spinner opened on the mound and got quick support from his infield, including a first-inning double play and a strikeout that kept the Scouts scoreless early. Southern Ohio got on the board right away, with Jackson Kale&rsq...
Copperheads Fall in Season Opener to Xenia Scouts, 11-1
Date:06/07/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads opened their 2025 season under the lights at Bob Wren Stadium on Friday night in front of a packed home crowd, but despite an early spark, the Copperheads fell to the Xenia Scouts by a final score of 11-1. Starting pitcher Charlie Griffith opened strong for the Copperheads, holding Xenia runless through the first three innings with support from a sharp defense. ...
Familiar Faces Return as Copperheads Gear Up for 2025 Season
Date:06/05/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
With Opening Night around the corner, the Southern Ohio Copperheads are bringing both experience and fresh energy to the field, thanks to a few familiar faces. Veteran pitcher Drew Boyle is back for his third season in a Copperheads uniform, and for him, it’s about more than just the game. “It's a great experience getting hands-on with this community,” Boyle said. Bo...
Homer's Hazy is Back!
Date:04/23/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Summer just got a little more hazy in Athens! Homer is bringing back his favorite IPA for all of his friends to try this season. Originally launched in 2022, Homer’s Hazy is a juicy, citrus based IPA, brewed in partnership with Jackie O’s Brewery. Art Oestrike, owner of Jackie O’s spoke about how this partnership was started saying “It was a no brainer, [as the] Jackie O&rs...
Homer's New Look!
Date:04/18/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Out with the old, in with the new! The Southern Ohio Copperheads are ringing in the 2025 season with a fresh, exciting twist, and it all starts with Homer. The team’s beloved mascot is coming out of hibernation this year with a bold new look. After a long winter spent in the bear caves of Australia, Homer is taking a well-deserved break from his wild snake-wrangling escapades to return to h...
Grand Slam Ticket Package Now Available
Date:03/25/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads are excited to kick off the 2025 season with the release of the teams fan favorite Grand Slam Ticket Package. The limited stock packages are designed to offer fans the opportunity to provide even more affordable family-fun experiences at the ballpark. Grand Slam Ticket Packages include over $80 of value for $35 by providing 8 undated tickets to Copperhe...
Southern Ohio Copperheads Welcomes New Executive Director Jake Lietzow
Date:03/21/2025 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads are excited to welcome Jake Lietzow as the team’s new executive director! Lietzow, a longtime member of the Copperheads organization, takes over for Annie Valeant, who is stepping down after more than a decade of leadership to focus on her growing family and professional career. Valeant expressed her confidence in Lietzow, saying, “I’m reall...
Copperheads Host a Record Breaking 2024 Season
Date:07/28/2024 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Community-owned, Student-operated Southern Ohio Copperheads had a record breaking 2024 season. The Student directors have been working hard since January to make the season as great as it was. These students worked to increase ticket sales, social media presence, the number of community events hosted, as well as revamping the merchandise store. The team's attendance record w...
Southern Ohio Copperheads and OUCU Partner up to Host a Community Party following Cancelation of Community Night
Date:07/26/2024 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
While the Southern Ohio Copperheads Community night wasn’t necessarily conventional, it was still a success. The night of June 24th started off great with 1,955 Copperhead fans filling the seats of Bob Wren Stadium. This amount of fans smashed the program's previous record of 1,400 fans which was on opening night of this season. There were sponsors such as Ohio University Credit...
Introducing Copperheads Pitcher Matthew Blanchard
Date:07/25/2024 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Matthew Blanchard, who is number 24 for the Copperheads is a fantastic example of what the Copperheads have been representing all season long. Whether it’s engaging with fans at the games, participating in community events, winning the Copperheads games, or helping with promotional pictures during media day Blanchard has been there for it all. Blanchard has had a top-notch se...
Southern Ohio Copperheads Celebrate 9 Players Being Named to GLSCL All-Star Game
Date:07/24/2024 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
The Southern Ohio Copperheads are proud to announce that 9 players have been named to the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate Baseball League All-Star Game. These players were selected based on their outstanding performance throughout the season. These players ranked among the best of the best in the league at their respective positions. The 9 players that were selected are; Alex Ungar (O...
Copperheads fall short to Joes in game 1 of series
Date:07/23/2024 Source:Southern Ohio Copperheads
Bob Wren Stadium – The Southern Ohio Copperheads were unable to rally to beat the Hamilton Joes Monday July 22, game decision coming down to the bottom of the ninth. The Joes had seven hits on the night, while the Copperheads had five: final score being 2-3. The Copperheads wasted no time taking the lead 1-0 in the bottom of the first inning. Trenton Neuer started th...
