BEAVER LOCAL SLIPS UP ON THE ROAD

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CADIZ OH- In a closely contested matchup on Tuesday, Beaver Local battled hard but ultimately fell short on the road against Harrison Central, with a final score of 70-61.

Leading the scoring effort for Beaver Local were Austin Cline and Owen Hill, who both delivered impressive performances with 23 points each. Despite their standout efforts, the team couldn’t quite keep pace with Harrison Central’s offensive firepower.

In addition to Cline and Hill’s contributions, Hunter Warrick added 6 points to the scoreboard for Beaver Local.

With this loss, Beaver Local’s record moves to 9-11, but they will have the opportunity to bounce back in the OVAC Consolation game on Friday, with their opponent yet to be determined.

NEWSOME AND THE DRAGONS SCORCH THE NETS IN CONNEAUT

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Photo Credit: CM Photography

2/6/24

Conneaut, OH- After a record night from beyond the arc, the Lakeside Dragons soared past the Conneaut Spartans with a commanding 96-50 victory. The Dragons showcased their dominance from the opening whistle, leaving the Spartans struggling to keep pace throughout the game.

QUARTER SCORES
1st Quarter: Lakeside Dragons 25, Conneaut Spartans 12
2nd Quarter: Lakeside Dragons 33, Conneaut Spartans 15
3rd Quarter: Lakeside Dragons 21, Conneaut Spartans 14
4th Quarter: Lakeside Dragons 17, Conneaut Spartans 9
TOTAL: Lakeside Dragons 96, Conneaut Spartans 50

Player Stats:

Lakeside Dragons:

  • Dyln Newsome: 43 points (13 3-pointers)
  • Alex DiSalvatore: 20 points
  • Aiden Hathy: 12 points
  • Chase Newsome: 10 points
  • Jay Lopez: 5 points
  • JaRez Osborne: 3 points
  • J. Fuentes: 3 points

Conneaut Spartans:

  • Chance Loomis: 18 points
  • Davonte Harris: 15 points
  • JR Hutchison: 9 points
  • Jordan Kulko: 5 points
  • Cayson Hayes: 3 points

From the onset, Lakeside’s junior guard Dyln Newsome emerged as the focal point of their offensive onslaught. Newsome delivered a staggering performance, pouring in a remarkable 43 points, with an astonishing 13 3-pointers punctuating his scoring spree. His precision from beyond the arc was simply unmatched, with seven of those triples coming in a scintillating second-quarter display. Newsome’s big shooting night places him 5th all-time in OHSAA history with 13 3-pointers,

Supporting Newsome’s scoring barrage, Alex DiSalvatore contributed 20 points, while Aiden Hathy added 12 points of his own. Chase Newsome also chipped in with 10 points, further bolstering Lakeside’s offensive firepower.

Despite the valiant efforts of the Conneaut Spartans, led by Chance Loomis with 18 points and Davonte Harris with 15 points, they found themselves overwhelmed by Lakeside’s relentless offensive assault.

With this victory, the Lakeside Dragons improve to a 4-11 record and set their sights on a rematch against the Perry Pirates on February 9th. The Pirates previously triumphed over the Dragons with a convincing 71-49 victory on January 16th, setting the stage for an eagerly anticipated showdown.

Meanwhile, the Conneaut Spartans, now standing at 3-14, will face a challenging road matchup against the Edgewood Warriors on the same day. Having suffered an 84-44 defeat at the hands of the Warriors earlier in the season, the Spartans will seek redemption as they aim to bounce back from this tough loss.

As both teams prepare for their upcoming clashes, the Dragons’ scorching shooting display serves as a reminder of their offensive prowess, while the Spartans look to regroup and strive for a better outcome in their next outing

TIGERS BALANCE BITES BROOKFIELD

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In a hard-fought contest on Tuesday, Newton Falls  managed to secure a victory against Brookfield with a final score of 54-43.

Leading the scoring effort for Newton Falls was Jabriel Rufal, who delivered an impressive performance with 15 points, followed by Caden Clonch contributing 11 points. Carson Howard added 10 points to the scoreboard, while Landon McGregor chipped in with 7 points.

Despite Brookfield’s best efforts, led by Matteo Fortuna’s impressive 21 points and Judah DeJoy’s 7 points, they couldn’t overcome Newton Falls’ determined performance.

With this important win, Newton Falls improves their record to 13-5 and now sets their sights on their next matchup against Champion on Friday. Meanwhile, Brookfield, now 6-12, will look to regroup as they travel to face Garfield on Friday.

OVERTIME BOUT TILTS THE WAY OF THE WARRIORS

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By Michael Ginocchi 


Beloit, OH- The matchup at West Branch High School between the West Branch Warriors and the Youngstown East Golden Bears was an absolute must-see event. The atmosphere was electric, with a packed crowd eagerly anticipating the clash between these two formidable teams. The  Golden Bears held the lead throughout the entire game. With just about 2 seconds left on the clock, Jaxon Robb was fouled while attempting a game-tying three-pointer. Showing nerves of steel, he sank all three free throws, forcing the game into overtime. In a heart-pounding finish, the Warriors narrowly clinched a thrilling 73-71 victory on their home court.

 

Jaxon Robb displayed remarkable composure as he stepped up to the line, sinking all three of his foul shots to force the game into overtime. His calm demeanor was evident throughout the game, where he showcased his athleticism with several highlight-reel plays en route to scoring 22 points. Jeremiah Thomas demonstrated his lightning-quick reflexes on the court tonight, tallying 15 points. Notably, he even surprised fans by sinking a crucial three-pointer, a shot he typically doesn’t attempt.

 

Gavin Gregory also contributed 15 points to the scoreboard, matching Jeremiah Thomas’s impressive performance. Cooper Anderson also helped the Warriors offensively with his eleven points. Meanwhile, Joey Jackson held his ground defensively, limiting Isiah McCray to just 10 points in the second half while chipping in with 10 points of his own on the offensive end

 

For East, Isaiah McCray was tough to stop! He drilled five three pointers and scored a game high 29 points. Cam’Eron Sly finished with 18 points. His ability on the offensive glass kept extra possessions alive. Finally, Jerry Smith scored 10. 

 

With the win West Branch improves to 15-3 on the season. The Warriors will be back in action on Friday at 7:00 PM  for a big rivalry game vs Salem. East drops to 8-9 with the loss and will host Chaney on Friday in a big SVC matchup at 7:00 PM.

 

STRONG CANFIELD FINISH EARNS ROAD VICTORY

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In a hard-fought battle on the road, Canfield’s basketball team showcased their resilience and determination, using a strong fourth-quarter performance to pull away from Howland and secure a 46-36 victory.

The game remained tightly contested throughout, with both teams trading baskets and defensive stops. However, it was Canfield’s dominant fourth quarter that ultimately proved to be the difference-maker, as they outscored Howland 14-6 to seal the win.

Leading the scoring charge for Canfield was Sam Castronova, who delivered a standout performance with 13 points, followed closely by Ray McCune contributing 10 points. Drew Shapiro added 8 points to the winning effort.

Despite the loss, Howland put up a valiant effort, with Chris Fenton and Alex Henry each scoring 11 points, while John Perry added 7 points.

With this important victory, Canfield improves their record to an impressive 14-4 and now sets their sights on a highly anticipated matchup with arch-rival Poland on the road on Friday. Meanwhile, Howland, with a 9-10 record, will look to bounce back as they host South Range at home on Friday.

GLEN OAK SNEAKS PAST THE FALCONS

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By Tim Corso 


AUSTINTOWN OH- Glen Oak snuck past Fitch 53-50 in boys’ basketball action Tuesday Night.

In what was a back-and-forth game all night, the Eagles used Ja’Corey Lipkins’ 31-point effort to shoot down the Falcons in their own gym.

Lipkins knocked down two clutch free throws to put the lead at three with just 3.5 seconds remaining.

The game wasn’t all Glen Oak as Fitch got out to a 9-0 start, forcing the Eagles to use a timeout after going scoreless for more than half of the first quarter.

Whatever adjustments Canton made worked as they got the deficit down to just three heading into the half.

Late into the third quarter, Lipkins took over.

He knocked down a pair of three-pointers in what turned a 35-34 Falcon lead into a 42-35 Glen Oak lead.

For most of the night, whatever Lipkins threw at Fitch, DeShawn Vaughn and Marcel Finkley had an answer for it.

Finkley answered multiple Eagle three-pointers and hit the clutch shot to tie the game late.

Vaughn also hit a couple big shots down the stretch to keep his squad in the game.

When it came down to it, Finkley’s 24 and Vaughn’s 12 weren’t enough to propel Fitch past Glen Oak and Lipkins.

Neither team had another place reach double-figures on the night.

Glen Oak improves to 13-5, while Fitch drops to 10-7.

DRAGONS SERVE UP A WIN FOR THE SENIORS

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NILES OH- In a thrilling senior night showdown, Niles exacted revenge on Girard, securing a decisive 53-43 victory and splitting the season series with the Indians.

Leading the way for Niles was Anthony Budak, who delivered a stellar performance with 14 points, followed closely by Yoursene Blackmon contributing 12 points. Truth Carey-Hardin added 9 points, while Avon Fryer chipped in with 8 points to seal the win for the Red Dragons.

Despite a valiant effort from Girard, led by Ahmad Curd with 14 points and Kaiden Clare and Stephen Sims each contributing 8 points, they couldn’t overcome Niles’ determined performance.

With this crucial win, Niles improves their record to 5-14 and looks to build on their momentum as they face Newton Falls next Tuesday. On the other hand, Girard, now 2-16, will regroup and prepare for their upcoming matchup against Jefferson on Saturday.

WARRIORS JOLTED BY BLUE STREAKS

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Photo Credit: Edgewood Warriors

Madison, OH- In a high-energy clash between the Edgewood Warriors and the Madison Blue Streaks, it was the Blue Streaks who emerged victorious with a final score of 75-56. Despite a valiant effort from the Warriors, the Blue Streaks’ offensive prowess proved too much to handle, especially in the second and third quarters where they surged ahead.

GAME SUMMARY

QUARTER Edgewood Warriors Madison Blue Streaks
1st Quarter 19 15
2nd Quarter 14 23
3rd Quarter 2 19
4th Quarter 21 18
TOTAL 56 75

PLAYER STATS

Edgewood Warriors:

  • Jacob Ernst: 20 points
  • Mason Thorr: 15 points
  • Payton Williams: 12 points
  • Brady Andrejack: 9 points

Madison Blue Streaks:

  • JP Dragas: 31 points
  • Noah Crites: 16 points
  • Seth Negin: 8 points
  • Knolan Albert: 6 points
  • Mac Steel: 6 points
  • Bryant Perkins: 2 points
  • Ryan Radkowski: 2 points
  • Kodey Quiggle: 2 points
  • Noah Barnes: 2 points

In the end, the Blue Streaks’ balanced scoring attack, with contributions from Noah Crites, Seth Negin, and others, proved too much for the Warriors to handle. Though Jacob Ernst led the Warriors in scoring with 20 points, supported by Mason Thorr with 15 points and Payton Williams with 12 points, it wasn’t enough to overcome the determined Blue Streaks.

Looking ahead, the Warriors (13-5) will regroup as they prepare to take on the Conneaut Spartans (3-14) in their next matchup on 2/9/24. Meanwhile, the Madison Blue Streaks (12-5) will look to carry their winning momentum into their game against the Harvey Red Raiders (9-9) on 2/10/24, aiming to build upon their impressive performance.

SHORT HANDED HERALDS FALL TO BOMBERS AT HOME

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Photo Credit: Mickey Zheng

Saybrook, OH- In a matchup that saw the St. John Heralds face off against the Windham Bombers, the Bombers asserted their dominance from the opening tip-off, securing a resounding 56-23 victory. The Heralds struggled to keep pace throughout the game, particularly with three key starters sidelined due to injuries, including their top two leading scorers of the season.

Quarter Scores:

1 2 3 4 TOTAL
St. John Heralds 0 7 9 7 23
Windham Bombers 13 18 17 8 56

The absence of key players was keenly felt by the Heralds, as they struggled to find offensive momentum against the relentless pressure defense of the Bombers. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to overcome the deficit, ultimately falling to a determined Windham squad.

St. John Heralds Total Points:

  • AJ Henslee: 8
  • John Miller: 5
  • Donald Crawford: 4
  • Jaylin Streit: 4
  • Andrew Miller: 2

Windham Bombers Total Points:

  • Carlos Bruton: 13
  • Anthony Wiley: 10
  • Dylan McCune: 9
  • Jayquon Smith: 9
  • Matt Kolaczek: 6
  • Jordan Ridenbaugh: 3
  • Brian King: 2
  • Cam Hardrick: 2
  • Brandon Petrich: 2

Despite the challenging circumstances, the Heralds remain determined to bounce back in their upcoming matchup against the Lordstown Red Devils on February 8th, 2024. The Heralds will look to replicate their previous success against the Red Devils, having secured a 58-47 victory in their last encounter.

Meanwhile, the Windham Bombers will be gearing up for their next game against the Pymatuning Valley Lakers on February 9th, 2024. This matchup promises to be a test of resilience for the Bombers, as they seek redemption following their previous defeat to the Lakers earlier in the season, where they fell short with a score of 60-66.

INDIANS SEND AWAY SANDY VALLEY

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SALINEVILLE OH- In a successful venture outside the EOAC, Southern showcased their prowess on Monday, securing a convincing 65-43 victory over Sandy Valley.

Leading the charge for the Indians was Ashley Shroades, who delivered an outstanding performance with an impressive 28 points. Makenna Jones contributed 12 points, while Raelea Carosicello added 10 points to the winning effort, highlighting Southern’s balanced scoring attack.

With this win, Southern improves their record to 14-6 and now turns their focus back to conference play as they travel to face Lisbon on Thursday.