Entries by YSN Staff

COWBOYS DOMINATE URBAN SCHOLARS

YOUNGSTOWN, OH- In a resounding victory, the Chaney High School Cowboys asserted their dominance at home, triumphing over the Academy for Urban Scholars Hawks with a final score of 80-28. The Cowboys showcased a stellar performance, with key players making significant contributions to secure the win. The Cowboys set the tone early, establishing a commanding […]

EAST PALESTINE RUNS THE FLOOR ON BEARS

EAST PALESTINE, OH- The Lady Bulldogs spread the wealth in the points column on Monday night in a win against their EOAC foe, the Leetonia Lady Bears in a 47-17 victory. Leila Martin led all scorers with 19 points all over the floor while going 4/8 from the free-throw line.  Gabby Andre also found herself […]

LET IT ROC

YOUNGSTOWN, OH-  In a recent interview on the YSN podcast, Cardinal Mooney multi-sport athlete Rocco Turner provided insights into his sports career, including his experiences in basketball and golf. Turner, known for his talent and leadership on and off the court, revealed his aspirations for a state championship in basketball, having already secured a state […]

ASHTON’S LAST FLIGHT

YOUNGSTOWN, OH- As the Mooney varsity basketball season comes to a close, quarterback and basketball player, Ashton O’Brien, sat down with YSN’s DJ Yokley for an exclusive interview to discuss his high school journey and plans for the future. O’Brien, a prominent figure at Mooney High School, reflected on the challenges and successes he faced […]

DESMOND DOES IT BETTER

YOUNGSTOWN, OH-  In a recent episode of the YSN podcast, host DJ Yokley sat down with Cardinal Mooney senior and multi-sport athlete, Will Desmond, for an insightful player profile. The interview covered a range of topics, offering a glimpse into Will’s experiences and aspirations as he navigates his final year of high school. During the […]

RICCITELLI CROSSES 1000 IN THRILLER OVER CANFIELD

BOARDMAN, OH- It was a memorable day in the Spartan Dome to say the least.  With storylines seemingly cascading from every crevice of Boardman High School, along with the standings in the AAC, it was only fitting that the Lady Spartans and Canfield would need not one, but two extra frames to decide a 63-60 […]

LADY DOGS LOCK UP VALLEY

YOUNGSTOWN, OH- In a commanding performance, the East Palestine Bulldogs secured a resounding win against Valley Christian with a final score of 52-17. The game showcased East Palestine’s offensive prowess and solid defense, leaving Valley Christian struggling to keep up throughout the matchup. The scoring unfolded quarter by quarter, highlighting East Palestine’s consistent and dominant […]

LADY CATS SCRATCH PAST BEAVER LOCAL

EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- In a closely contested girls’ basketball matchup, the Edison Wildcats secured a hard-fought victory against Beaver Local with a final score of 62-56. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each striving for dominance on the court. The scoring unfolded quarter by quarter, with Edison maintaining a consistent performance throughout. […]

MR. SNOW

YOUNGSTOWN, OH- The word “nieves” is Latin for snow.   So it’s no real surprise that when the snow flies in northeast Ohio,  Cardinal Mooney basketball standout, Eddie Nieves is at his best. In an exclusive interview live from the MVR in downtown Youngstown, Nieves shared his ambitions for his senior season, highlighting his desire to […]

CALL ON CARTER

YOUNGSTOWN, OH- Senior point guard Jibri Carter from the Cardinal Mooney Cardinals basketball team shared insights into his inspiration and love for the game in a recent episode of the MVR Player Profile on YSN. Carter revealed that his basketball inspiration came from watching Kyrie Irving. He expressed his deep connection to the sport, emphasizing […]