BVA’s Ross likely out for season
April 5, 2024

BVA’s Ross likely out for season

By Mon Valley Independent

By BILL BECKNER JR. & JEREMY SELLEW

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jsellew@yourmvi.com

Belle Vernon standout softball pitcher Talia Ross sustained a freak injury during practice on Wednesday and could miss the rest of the season. Ross, who had a school-record-tying 20-strikeout game last weekend against Latrobe, said an MRI showed a ruptured Achilles tendon. The senior left-hander will see an orthopedic surgeon next week to determine the severity of the injury and treatment options.

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