Aurora opens state tourney with win

Ronnau’s arm, timely offense leads to 7-2 victory

  • Aurora Cooperative Juniors ace Dylan Ronnau was masterful against Wayne at Hank Overin Field Saturday, tossing 5-2/3 innings while allowing just one run on three hits and striking out eight.
    Aurora Cooperative Juniors ace Dylan Ronnau was masterful against Wayne at Hank Overin Field Saturday, tossing 5-2/3 innings while allowing just one run on three hits and striking out eight.

    The Aurora Cooperative Post 42 Juniors squad did something the previous team to qualify for the American Legion state baseball tournament could not -- win a game.A dominant pitching effort from Dylan Ronnau and a balanced offensive clip helped Aurora to a 7-2 win over host Wayne Saturday in the opening round of the tournament. Aurora Juniors coach Jarrett Havens couldn’t wipe the smile off hi…