WARRIORS BRING THE HEAT ON SENIOR NIGHT

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BELOIT OH- West Branch’s senior night was nothing short of spectacular as they clinched a commanding victory over Girard with a final score of 42-23. The jubilant crowd cheered on their seniors in what proved to be a memorable game.

Leading the charge for West Branch was Livvie Showalter, who poured in an impressive 13 points, showcasing her scoring prowess on the court. Not far behind was Chloe Dennison, who contributed 11 points, adding to the team’s offensive firepower.

Sophia Gregory and Mikayln Woods also made significant contributions, each chipping in 5 points to secure the team’s victory. Their solid performances underscored the depth and talent of the West Branch lineup.

With this win, West Branch concluded their regular season with an outstanding record of 20-2, setting the stage for an exciting tournament run. Looking ahead, they are poised to face Coventry in their first-round game next Wednesday.

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/2-14-g-bb-west-branch-girard/2-14-g-bb-west-branch-girard/105EOS1D

BRAYDEN PLAYS ABOVE THE RIM

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By Ty Bartell

LOUISVILE OH- The Louisville Leopards are in the midst of a very successful regular season, primarily due to the younger players stepping up to fill major roles. When losing a player like WIll Aljancic a season ago, you look to fill those missing numbers in other outlets. For Louisville, they found a big contributor in their junior Brayden Gross!

The only thing gross about Brayden is the nasty dunks he is able to throw down! As a constant rim rattling threat, Gross is just shy of averaging a double-double this season with 16.1 points per game and 9.4. rebounds per game. The recipient of many highlight-reel alley-oop slams this year, BG has been electric in his role for Louisville this year!

YSNs Ty Bartell got the chance to sit down and chat with Brayden Gross about the season they are having, some early memories in the sport and the go to Wendy’s order. All that and more in this edition of Player Profile on YSN!

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SENIOR KNIGHTS BRING VICTORY TO HOBAN

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By Ty Bartell

 

AKRON, Ohio— The Archbishop Hoban Knights girls basketball team celebrated Senior Knight in style on Valentine’s Day, showering their three seniors, Maya Pooler, MacKenzie Edingburgh, and Devin Harris, with love from the Knights Kingdom. Following the festivities, Hoban secured a 34-20 victory over the formidable Wadsworth Grizzlies.

In a tightly contested first quarter, Hoban held a narrow 8-7 edge over Wadsworth. The Knights then seized momentum in the second quarter, outscoring the Grizzlies 12-7 to carry a 20-14 lead into halftime.
Coming out of the break, Hoban capitalized on their momentum, embarking on a crucial run in the third quarter. With a 12-4 period, the Knights extended their lead to 32-18 heading into the final quarter. In the fourth quarter, Hoban adopted a strategic approach, controlling the game with deliberate possessions and limiting scoring opportunities for both teams. Ultimately, they secured the 34-20 victory.

In a fitting tribute to the occasion, the seniors took center stage as Players of the Game, their contributions to the game and the season celebrated and recognized by their teammates and fans alike. MacKenzie Edingburgh led the charge with 13 points and 2 rebounds, Devin Harris contributed with 7 points and 6 rebounds and Maya Pooler ran the point to a tee while contributing 2 points and a rebound herself!

With the win, Archbishop Hoban improves to an impressive 16-3 record on the season. Looking ahead, they shift their focus to the tournament, where they will host Barberton (3-19) in a sectional semi-final matchup at The Castle of Barry Gym on Saturday, February 17th, with tip-off set for 1 p.m.

For the latest updates on Archbishop Hoban Knights basketball and more, including live games, scores, stats, and stories, fans can stay tuned to YSN throughout the season.

QUAKERS START SLOW, FINISH STRONG AGAINST SPRINGFIELD

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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH- It’s all about setting the pace, and for Salem- it took being on the wrong end of a Springfield 5-0 run to wake the jumpshots, and go on a 14-0 run themselves to finish to the tune of 56-33.

Led by standout performances from Rylee Hutton, who commanded the court with a game-high 22 points, and Lauren Barton, who contributed 11 points to the scoreboard, the Lady Quakers showcased their offensive prowess and teamwork throughout the game. Their dynamic play and strategic execution propelled Salem to a decisive victory, capping off their regular season on a high note.

Despite facing a formidable opponent, the  Lady Tigers demonstrated resilience and determination throughout the contest. Jameka Brungard led the charge with an impressive 14 points, while Ava Vecchione contributed 10 points to the Lady Tigers’ efforts. Despite their valiant performance, the Lady Tigers were unable to overcome Salem’s relentless offensive attack and suffocating defense.

With the regular season now concluded, the Lady Tigers look ahead with optimism and determination as they prepare for postseason play. Despite the setback, the team remains focused on their goals and committed to making a strong showing in the upcoming playoffs.

Salem finishes their regular season campaign on Saturday against Austintown Fitch.

BEAVERS FEEL GOOD GOING TO POSTSEASON

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- In a hard-fought battle on Tuesday night, Beaver Local emerged victorious, holding off Salem to notch their 10th win of the season with a final score of 61-50. It was a game marked by intense competition and determined efforts from both sides, but Beaver Local’s resilience and offensive prowess ultimately proved to be the difference-maker.

Leading the scoring charge for Beaver Local was Austin Cline, who delivered an impressive 16-point performance, showcasing his scoring ability and leadership on the court. Owen Hill and Hunter Warrick contributed 12 points each, adding to Beaver Local’s balanced offensive attack.

Despite Salem’s efforts, led by Cam Sampson with 13 points and Trent Fink with 12 points, they struggled to contain Beaver Local’s offensive firepower and fell short in their attempts to mount a comeback.

With this win, Beaver Local concludes their regular season with a record of 10-12, setting the stage for the upcoming tournament. Their first tournament game is scheduled for February 27th, as they travel to Minerva in pursuit of postseason success.

Meanwhile, Salem, with a record of 5-14, will look to regroup as they prepare to host United on Friday. Despite the loss, Salem remains determined to finish their season on a high note and showcase their potential in their remaining matchups.

COLUMBIANA PROTECTS THEIR COURT

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COLUMBIANA OH- In a fast-paced and commanding performance, Columbiana emerged victorious in their non-conference showdown against Jackson Milton, securing a decisive 56-36 win on Tuesday night. From the opening tip-off, Columbiana seized control of the game and never looked back, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive tenacity.

Leading the charge for Columbiana was Seth Struharik, who delivered an impressive 19-point performance, setting the tone for his team’s offensive attack. Maddox Brown added to the scoring onslaught with 16 points, while Ian Less contributed 9 points and Alex Eusebio chipped in with 6 points, further solidifying Columbiana’s dominance on the court.

Despite a valiant effort from Jackson Milton, led by Ryen Romigh with 18 points and Alex Rotuna with 7 points, they struggled to contain Columbiana’s relentless offensive pressure and fell short in their attempts to mount a comeback.

With this win, Columbiana improved their season record to an impressive 15-5, setting the stage for their upcoming matchup against Western Reserve on Friday. The victory not only extends Columbiana’s winning streak but also underscores their strength as a formidable opponent in both conference and non-conference play.

Meanwhile, Jackson Milton, with a record of 5-14, will look to regroup as they prepare to host Crestview on Friday. Despite the loss, Jackson Milton remains a resilient team, eager to bounce back and showcase their potential in future matchups.

CAMPBELL CAN’T KEEP THE EAGLES DOWN

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By Ty Bartell

 

WARREN, Ohio — The Warren JFK Eagles soared to an emphatic 87-55 victory over the Campbell-Memorial Red Devils in a commanding display of basketball prowess.

From the opening tip-off, Warren JFK asserted their dominance, jumping out to an early lead and never looking back. By the end of the first quarter, the Eagles had built a commanding 26-14 advantage over the Red Devils. Their momentum only grew stronger in the second quarter, as they extended their lead to 22 points, heading into halftime with a comfortable 45-23 lead.

If Warren JFK was impressive in the first half, they were even more formidable after the break. The Eagles unleashed their highest-scoring quarter of the game in the third, pouring in 28 points while holding the Red Devils to just 15. This surge gave Warren JFK a commanding 73-38 lead entering the final quarter, with a running clock in effect. Although Campbell-Memorial managed to outscore JFK in the fourth quarter, it was not enough to overcome the deficit, as the Eagles claimed the dominant 87-55 win.

Jaden Rishel earned Player of the Game honors for his impactful performance, contributing 20 points and igniting the Eagles’ offensive onslaught. Nick Ryan also stood out for JFK, tallying 22 points, while Michael Condoleon added 16 points, Henry Phillips chipped in with 14 points, and Nico Ciminero rounded out the balanced scoring effort with 10 points.
On the Campbell-Memorial side, David Moore led the charge with a game-high 23 points, followed closely by Sway Rodriguez with 19 points.

With the win, Warren JFK improves to a 14-6 record on the season and will next travel to Ravenna to take on the Southeast Pirates (9-10) on Friday, February 16th. Meanwhile, Campbell-Memorial (14-6) will look to bounce back when they host Struthers (9-7) on Tuesday, February 20th.

For the latest updates on Warren JFK and Campbell-Memorial basketball, including live games, scores, stats, and more, stay tuned to YSN throughout the season.

TIGERS FIND A WAY

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By Matt Maher 


GIRARD, OH – Springfield keeps moving on and can’t seem to be stopped. After a series of huge MVAC wins the Tigers made their way to Girard in hopes of defeating the Indians and while the game didn’t go as smoothly as one may have expected the Tigers still got the result they wanted in the form of a 45-42 victory over the struggling Indians team.

 

Right from the start these two teams showed everyone a very even game defensively as well as offensively with multiple lead changes in the first quarter these two rivals were ready to put on a show for the crowd in the gym and elsewhere on YSN and the close 12-8 quarter that was led by Springfield showed us the beginning of a fierce matchup. Dom Philips and Ahmad Curd combined for 6 points both with a made 3 each while Stephen Sims found the other 2 points in the paint. The Tigers saw Sean Guerriero put up 4 points while Carson Cunningham went 3-for-4 from the line.

 

Girard wouldn’t let Springfield stay on top for long and quickly squashed the 4 point lead in the early stages of the second quarter and fought their way to a 16-10 quarter and a 24-22 Halftime lead. Isaac Lamorticella found his first 5 points which would lead the Tigers this quarter while Drew Miller hit a 3 and the other 2 came from Cunningham. Ahmad Curd stepped up big time for his team scoring 8 points with 4 from the fields and the other 4 from the line! Kaiden Claire was right behind him with two made 3’s while Sims found himself another 2 points.

 

The Indians would not see the same performance from the second coming out of the break where the team only found 10 more points to Springfields 15. Nick Rafferty and Claire both found a 3 a piece while Melvin Dixon and Sims both found 2 in the paint. The big issue for Girard this quarter were their fouls, they hit the 5 foul limit before the halfway point of the quarter and that allowed Springfield to take full advantage with an impressive 8-for-10 as a team from the line. 

 

Those 3rd quarter fouls proved to be enough for Springfield as the 4th quarter would be an even split in scoring with both teams putting up 8 points. Rafferty found a 3 and would be Girards leader in the quarter while Sims found another 2 and would finish his streak of finding 2 points every quarter. Guerriero and Cunningham both found points in the paint while Dylan Sheely would be fouled 4 times and sent to the line for each of them and went 4-for-8 including the game winning free throw with only 3 seconds left. 

 

Girard put up a great game against one of the best teams in the MVAC as well as YSN and the Mahoning Valley but they just couldn’t do enough to trigger the upset and find their 3rd win of the season. Springfield showed they can rise to the occasion in tough and close games and Sean Guerriero did as well as he finished with a team leading 12 points while Dylan Sheely finished 2 points behind him with 10. The Indians saw Kaiden Claire and Ahmad Curd tie for their teams lead in points with both scoring 11 points. 

 

Springfield (16-4) will finish off their road trip when they face LaBrae on February 16th at 7:00PM while Girard (2-18) will stay at home and host West Branch on February 16th at 7:00PM.

BLUE DEVILS STILL GOING STRONG

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LISBON OH- In a highly anticipated matchup, Lisbon delivered a stellar performance on their home court, securing a convincing 63-43 victory over Oak Glen. From start to finish, the Greyhounds displayed poise and determination, outmatching their opponents in a dominant display of basketball prowess.

Leading the charge for Lisbon was Trevor Siefke, who showcased his scoring prowess with an impressive 22 points. Hunter Dailey contributed 12 points to bolster the Greyhounds’ offensive attack, while Luke Kraft, Alex Schreffler, and Tate Wallen each added 9, 6, and 6 points respectively, further solidifying Lisbon’s offensive firepower.

Despite Oak Glen’s efforts, Lisbon’s relentless offensive pressure and stifling defense proved too much to handle.

With this win, Lisbon improved their season record to an impressive 17-3, setting the stage for another exciting home game on Friday against the Academy of Urban Scholars. The victory not only extends Lisbon’s winning streak but also underscores their status as a formidable contender in the realm of high school basketball.

MOORE’S 1000TH POINT LIFTS SOUTH RANGE

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LOWELLVILLE OH- In a thrilling matchup that will be remembered for years to come, South Range celebrated a significant milestone as senior standout Landon Moore notched his 1000th career point in the Raiders’ impressive 66-53 victory over Lowellville. It was a night filled with excitement and emotion as Moore etched his name into the annals of South Range basketball history.

Leading the scoring charge for South Range was none other than Moore himself, who delivered a stellar performance with a game-high 24 points. Joining Moore in the offensive onslaught were Luke Rohan, Dylan Turvey, and Triston Toy, who each contributed 12 points to bolster the Raiders’ scoring effort.

Despite a valiant effort from Lowellville, led by Michael Ballone with 12 points, Matt Lucido with 10 points, Drew Modelski with 10 points, and Josh Pazel with 9 points, they couldn’t contain South Range’s potent offense.

With this win, South Range improved their season record to 13-6, setting the stage for the remainder of their conference schedule as they prepare to host Struthers on Saturday. The victory holds special significance as they celebrate Moore’s remarkable achievement and continue their pursuit of success on the basketball court.

Meanwhile, Lowellville, with a record of 13-7, will look to regroup as they hit the road to face East on Friday. Despite the loss, Lowellville remains a formidable opponent as they strive to finish their season strong and make a statement in the competitive realm of high school basketball.