In this April 17, 2026 file photo, Rhinelander’s Aleece Johnson pitches during the sixth inning of a non-conference softball game at Three Lakes. Johnson, a sophomore, returns as one of the Hodags’ top pitching options this spring. She went 3-9 with an 8.73 ERA and 62 strikeouts over 51 1/3 innings last spring. (Bob Mainhardt for the River News)
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