PARKLAND SOFTBALL MAKING RAY'S FINAL SEASON SPECIAL
For a team that didn't even win its District Championship, Parkland sure has made the most of its state tournament appearance. The Trojans have advanced to the PIAA 4A title game, thanks mainly to lights out pitching and excellent defense.
Deanna Stinner has had a great career at Parkland, but she's taken her game to a whole new level in the state playoffs. In Parkland's three wins, she's allowed a total of one run, and has posted back-to-back shutouts in the quarterfinals and semifinals.
And you can't forget the sentimental element for the Trojans. Glen Ray, who's been at the helm of the Parkland softball program for the last 26 years, has announced that this season will be his last. What better way to go out than riding off into the sunset with his third state championship.
Best of luck to the Trojans on Friday. They'll face District 7 runner-up Shaler at 10:00am out at Shippensburg University. You can catch the highlights on 69 News at 5:00, 6:00, and 10:00 that night.