Marsolek-Berrisford battery keeps Hilltoppers going and going

Marsolek-Berrisford battery keeps Hilltoppers going and going

DULUTH — It was the top of the seventh inning Wednesday at Wade Stadium and Duluth Marshall senior Owen Marsolek had already pitched an excellent game against Esko. Esko’s only hit through the first six innings was the leadoff batter, Bobby Thornton. Marsolek had recorded 10 strikeouts and walked just one batter and the Hilltoppers led 3-0. An impressive performance any day, but especially against the fourth-ranked Class AA team in Minnesota. In…

Duluth Marshall Baseball Survives Scare from Esko in 7AA Title Game Rematch

DULUTH, Minn.- The Section 7AA championship rematch didn’t disappoint as the Esko and Duluth Marshall baseball teams met up for the first time in 2025 on Wednesday. After holding a 3-0 lead heading into the top of the 7th, the Hilltoppers gave up a two-run triple to Jackson Peterson, making it a one-run contest. That was the only blemish Owen Marsolek had on the mound as he bounced back and was able to get the final out on a strikeout. Marsolek …