LADY DOGS LOCK UP VALLEY

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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 play:

East Palestine’s offensive efforts were led by a balanced scoring attack, with Leila Martin and Alivia Magness each contributing 13 points to the team’s total. Marah Zimmerman also played a significant role, adding 13 points to the Bulldogs’ impressive scoring display. The Bulldogs displayed efficiency from the free-throw line, converting 16 of 28 attempts.

Valley Christian faced a challenging defensive effort from East Palestine, struggling to find offensive opportunities. The scoring for Valley Christian was led by Levy with 6 points, while Miles added 4 points to the team’s total. The Bulldogs’ defensive prowess limited Valley Christian’s scoring options, resulting in a challenging night for the Eagles.

The Bulldogs’ control over the game was evident in all aspects of play, from scoring to defense. East Palestine’s commitment to both ends of the court showcased their determination and skill.

While Valley Christian managed to sink one three-pointer courtesy of Levy, East Palestine’s overall defensive effort limited the Eagles’ ability to capitalize from beyond the arc.

As the game concluded, East Palestine’s dominance secured a convincing victory, providing a testament to their teamwork and execution on the court. The Bulldogs’ well-rounded performance showcased their capabilities and set a positive tone for the remainder of the season.

 

EAST PALESTINE: 17-14-19-2–52

VALLEY CHRISTIAN: 4- 1- 9-3–17

LADY CATS SCRATCH PAST BEAVER LOCAL

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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. The quarter-by-quarter breakdown was as follows:

Edison’s offensive effort was led by Rebecka Evans, who contributed significantly with 16 points. Sophia Henderson also made a substantial impact, recording 18 points, while Kylee Stull added 13 points to the team’s total. Edison’s scoring was a collective effort, with various players making valuable contributions to secure the victory.

On the Beaver Local side, the team displayed resilience and determination. Addison Eells led the Beavers with 12 points, followed closely by Karsyn Bowyer, who contributed 9 points. Tori Druschel and Peyton Roberts also played crucial roles, scoring 11 and 6 points, respectively.

Three-point shooting proved to be a factor in the game, with Edison sinking three shots from beyond the arc, courtesy of Stull and Henderson. Beaver Local responded with five three-pointers, showcasing their ability to score from long range.

The contest was not only a showcase of offensive skills but also highlighted the defensive efforts of both teams. Free throws played a role in the final outcome, with Edison converting 15 of 25 attempts, while Beaver Local managed to connect on 9 of 18.

In the end, Edison’s well-rounded performance secured the victory, demonstrating their ability to execute both offensively and defensively. The game served as a testament to the competitive nature of high school basketball, with each team leaving everything on the court.

EDISON: 17-14-15-16–62

BEAVER LOCAL: 16- 8-11-21–56

VALLEY VICTORIOUS OUTSIDE THE EOAC

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- In a competitive out-of-conference matchup on Saturday, Valley Christian faced off against Brookfield, ultimately edging out a 60-55 victory.

Valley Christian’s RaShaun Bell had an outstanding performance, leading the scoring charge with an impressive 31 points. Deion Miller added 13 points, and Alfred Coward contributed 8 points to bolster the team’s offensive effort.

On the Brookfield side, Matteo Fortuna led their scoring efforts with a notable 25 points, followed by Riley Russo with 12 points, and Judah DeJoy contributing 10 points.

With this hard-fought win, Valley Christian (7-5) now gears up for a crucial EOAC matchup on Tuesday as they travel to face Lisbon. Meanwhile, Brookfield (5-8) aims to bounce back on Tuesday when they hit the road to take on Liberty, seeking to regain their winning momentum.

RAMS ON THE REBOUND

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By Matt Maher 


MINERAL RIDGE, OH – The Rams were on a mission, a mission to beat a team called McKinley and that’s exactly what they did in their 61-52 victory over Niles. After a disappointing loss to Sebring (also known as McKinley) on Friday night, the Rams were hungry for a win and beating Niles, while not directly or personally, was a nice bit of payback to our 25th Presidents last name. 

 

The first quarter was close and high energy with Niles narrowly winning it 11-10. After about 2 minutes of scoreless action, Nile struck first but Ridge stayed right behind them the whole time. Chase Moore was, well, Chase Moore and led his team with 6 points including 2 from under the hoop and 2-of-2 from the line. Jack Geddes also found a beautiful 3 to help out his team. Niles saw a more rounded out team effort with Avon Fryer, Anthony Budak and True Carey-Hardin all scoring 3 and Stef Dorsey adding 2.

 

Niles picked up the torch and scored 15 points to the Rams 10 in the second. For the Rams, Chase Moore continued to impress with another rebounded 2 and 2-of-4 from the line. Niles saw Anthony Georgalas hit a 3 off the bench, Hardin-Carey found 4 points in the paint and Dorsey and Yausene Blackmon both scored 2 points. The real headline came from Avon Fryer who took the ball from an inbound with 2 seconds on the clock and put up a why not type of shot from half court and buried it for a career highlight!

 

Niles kept up the pressure going up by 10 points early in the 3rd but the Rams saw that and came back and erased that lead with relative ease and came out with an impressive 22 point quarter. Niles saw Carey-Hardin score 6 points, hitting two 3’s while Fryer came back with another 3 (this time from much closer in). The Rams saw Moore, Geddes and Kaden Shaffer all put up 4 points while Blake Basista and Landon Bingham both found some nice scores from beyond the arc. 

 

The Rams continued to play with authority and came out with a 19-13 point 4th that would propel them over Niles. The Red Dragons saw Budak score 5 points including an and-1 while Dorsey found 6 more points with two 3’s. Ridge saw Chase Moore continue his dominance with 11 more points allowing him to finish with 25 points. Basista continued to add to the score sheet with 4 more points including making 2-of-2 free throw attempts. 

 

Hard work and concentration helped the Rams soar over the Red Dragons on Saturday night and gave them that much needed win to help them in their hunt for a playoff spot. Niles (4-11) are back home on January 23rd when they host Poland in another big NE8 matchup at 7:00PM, Mineral Ridge (5-9) will stay at home on January 23rd when they host McDonald for another pivotal MVAC matchup at 7:00PM.

LEOPARDS CHASE DOWN URSULINE

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By Matt Maher


YOUNGSTOWN, OH – Ursuline welcomed in Louisville for some afternoon hoops where the Leopards pounced on top of the Irish for an impressive 73-42 victory. The Leopards saw an impressive outing from Brook Haren while Ursuline saw scoring from 8 different sources.

 

The first quarter was slow for both teams with Louisville leading 12-7 after the first 8 minutes. Louisville’s Haren would only score 2 points this quarter but rebounded and passed very well which foreshadowed her play later on. Ursuline saw Julie Lee hit a 3 and both Lily Scott and Meredith Gray scored 2 points.

 

Ursuline continued with consistent play from the first while Louisville lit up the court with a 22-9 second. The Leopards saw Haren score 16 points this quarter with four made 2’s, two 3’s and a perfect 2-for-2 from the line, mix that with her already impressive rebounds and long passes (and the other 2 points from the 1st) and you have a red hot player who scored 18 first quarter points and was a nightmare for the home team. Ursuline saw Scott go 2-for-2 from the line while Brooke O’Palick and Carly Casey both joined in on the scoring with 2 points each.

 

Ursuline saw a much better offensive effort coming out of the break with 15 points, the problem was that Louisville didn’t back off and they found 19 more points. Haren found 5 more points while Courtney Barwick scored 6 in the paint and Taylor McCully found 8 including an and-1. Ursuline saw O’Palick improve with 5 more points and Gray scored 4 more points as well to help add to her team leading total.

 

The Irish couldn’t keep up with the Leopards in the end with Louisville continuing to outscore them 20-11. Haren found 4 more points and finished with 27 points on the day, leading all scorers by a ton. Ursuline saw Kennedy Carpenter score 4 points with 2 in the paint and 2 from the line, finishing 4-for-4 for the night. Meredith Gray added 2 more points and finished with her team leading 10 points. 

 

With a dominant and confident start and a steady stream of baskets, Louisville came to Ursuline and showed they were a force to be reckoned with and pulled away with a surprising blowout victory. Louisville (13-4) will be back home to take on Marlington on January 27th at 2:30PM while Ursuline (8-8) are back at home on January 24th for a big Steel Valley matchup vs the Chaney Cowgirls at 7:00PM.

CONDOLEON LIGHTS THE WAY

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WARREN OH- As the Warren JFK basketball team entered the season, head coach Mark Komlanc expressed a sense of anticipation, suggesting that this might be the year fans have been eagerly awaiting. At the heart of this promising season is senior standout Michael Condoleon.

Condoleon, a player of remarkable talent, possesses a versatile skill set that allows him to excel in various aspects of the game. His proficiency with the basketball is evident, but what truly sets him apart is his leadership. Instead of standing alone on his skills, Condoleon elevates those around him, epitomizing the essence of a great leader.

The senior achieved a significant milestone this season by surpassing the 1000-point mark in his career. What makes this accomplishment even more remarkable is that he achieved this feat at the prestigious Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland. Notably, he shared this milestone moment with teammate Jaden Rishel in the same game, adding an extra layer of significance to the achievement.

Condoleon’s leadership, coupled with the cohesive core group of leaders at JFK, has propelled the team to the status of one of the best in the area. With aspirations of surpassing their previous achievements in this year’s state tournament, Condoleon serves as a guiding force for the team. This season marks their window of opportunity, and with Condoleon leading the way, the JFK Eagles are poised to reach new heights and fulfill their ambitious goals.

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EDGEWOOD USES A COMEBACK TO REMAIN UNBEATEN

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CANFIELD OH- In a thrilling Saturday night matchup, Edgewood staged a remarkable comeback to remain undefeated, securing a 62-51 victory over South Range. Despite trailing 25-12 at one point in the second quarter, the Warriors rallied and ended the half with a 26-25 lead, maintaining their momentum throughout the second half.

Katie McCollister led the scoring charge for Edgewood with an impressive 18 points, claiming the game-high, while Faith Vencill added 13 points, and Avery Vencill contributed 10 points. Leigha Guyton and Annie Mae Johnston rounded out the scoring with 9 and 7 points, respectively.

On the South Range side, Ceci Foster led with 17 points, followed by Sydney Penick with 10 points, and Gwen Lowry contributing 9 points.

Remaining undefeated at 13-0, Edgewood looks ahead to their next challenge on Wednesday as they face Geneva on the road. South Range (6-10) will return to league play on Monday, traveling to Lakeview, as they seek to rebound and regain their winning momentum.

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/1-20-g-bb-range-edgewood/1-20-g-bb-range-edgewood/104EOS1D

LADY MUSTANGS DASH PAST PIRATES

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Orwell, OH- In a thrilling girls’ basketball showdown, the Grand Valley Mustangs emerged victorious against the Southeast Pirates with a final score of 36-31. The game, played across four intense quarters, showcased outstanding performances from key players on both sides.

Quarter Scores:

  • Grand Valley Mustangs: 7 | 7 | 10 | 12 | Total 36
  • Southeast Pirates: 12 | 4 | 13 | 2 | Total 31

Grand Valley Mustangs Player Stats:

  • Reagan Boiarski: Led the team with an impressive 11 points.
  • Kaelyn Hart: Contributed 8 crucial points.
  • Morgan Crawford: Showcased skill with 6 points.
  • Cloe Turk: Secured 5 points for the team.
  • Abby Eland: Added 4 points to the total.
  • Dixie Miller: Contributed 2 points.

The Mustangs’ coordinated efforts and strategic play were evident in the balanced scoring distribution among the players. Their resilience in each quarter paved the way for a well-deserved victory.

Southeast Pirates Player Stats:

  • Emerson Smallfield: Led the Pirates with an impressive 16 points.
  • Lexi Morris: Contributed 9 points to the scoreboard.
  • Alex Hikach: Added 2 points to the total.
  • Elliott Smallfield: Scored 2 points.
  • Jenna Canale: Contributed 2 points.

Despite a valiant effort from the Pirates, the Mustangs’ defensive prowess and strategic plays ultimately secured the win.

Looking ahead, the Grand Valley Mustangs (11-4) are gearing up for an upcoming away game against the Pymatuning Valley Lakers (9-4) on 1/22/24. The Lakers, fresh off a commanding 50-17 victory over the Mathews Mustangs, pose a formidable challenge for the Mustangs.

On the other side, the Southeast Pirates (7-7) are set to face the Mogadore Wildcats (5-9) on 1/24/24. The Pirates aim to bounce back from this loss against the Wildcats, who recently suffered a 52-34 defeat against the Ellet Orangemen.

MUSTANGS STUMBLE AT HOME AGAINST RED DEVILS

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Orwell, OH- In a hard-fought battle between the Grand Valley Mustangs and the Crestwood Red Devils, both teams showcased their resilience on the court. The game, marked by intense moments and a lengthy pause due to an injury in the second quarter, unfolded with suspense until the final buzzer.

Quarter Scores:

  • 1st Quarter: Grand Valley Mustangs 8, Crestwood Red Devils 12
  • 2nd Quarter: Grand Valley Mustangs 10, Crestwood Red Devils 10
  • 3rd Quarter: Grand Valley Mustangs 10, Crestwood Red Devils 7
  • 4th Quarter: Grand Valley Mustangs 11, Crestwood Red Devils 15
  • Total: Grand Valley Mustangs 39, Crestwood Red Devils 44

Player Stats:

Grand Valley Mustangs:

  • Jerry Schultz: 11 points
  • Payton Plizga: 9 points
  • Braden Hart: 9 points
  • Bobby Roger: 8 points
  • Sammy Goforth: 2 points

Crestwood Red Devils:

  • Charlie Schweickert: 20 points
  • Dekota Johnson: 10 points
  • Augie Schweickert: 4 points
  • James Durham: 4 points
  • Brody Durham: 3 points
  • Steven Lincoln: 3 points

The injury during the second quarter added a unique challenge to the game, causing a 25-minute pause. Both teams showed sportsmanship and resilience as they resumed play and battled for every point.

Looking ahead, the Grand Valley Mustangs (3-8) are set to face the Southeast Pirates (6-5) on 1/23/24 in an away game. The Pirates are coming off a matchup against the St. Thomas Aquinas Knights. On the other side, the Crestwood Red Devils (11-3) will play at home against the East Canton Hornets (9-4) on the same date. The Hornets are entering the game with confidence after a convincing 75-49 victory over the Fairless Eagles.

WARRIORS WIN ANOTHER CLOSE ONE

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East Ashtabula, OH- In a game filled with suspense and dramatic moments, the Edgewood Warriors emerged victorious against the Harvey Red Raiders with a final score of 83-81. The Warriors showcased their prowess from beyond the arc, sinking 10 three-pointers that proved crucial in securing the win.

Quarter Scores:

  • 1st Quarter: Edgewood Warriors 19, Harvey Red Raiders 17
  • 2nd Quarter: Edgewood Warriors 18, Harvey Red Raiders 21
  • 3rd Quarter: Edgewood Warriors 26, Harvey Red Raiders 21
  • 4th Quarter: Edgewood Warriors 20, Harvey Red Raiders 22
  • Total: Edgewood Warriors 83, Harvey Red Raiders 81

Top Scorers:

Edgewood Warriors:

  • Jacob Ernst: 24 points
  • Mason Thorr: 20 points
  • Logan Kray: 16 points
  • Brady Andrejack: 12 points
  • Peyton Williams: 9 points
  • Zach Carlton-Hull: 2 points

Harvey Red Raiders:

  • Armani Hall: 20 points
  • Chase Goines: 19 points
  • Davon Badley: 11 points
  • Mason Haffa: 10 points
  • Neeman Booker: 9 points
  • Braylon Johnson: 8 points
  • Deonte Ware: 4 points

The Warriors showcased their sharpshooting prowess from beyond the arc, sinking an impressive 10 three-pointers. Brady Andrejack led the charge with 4 three-pointers, while Peyton Williams and Logan Kray each contributed 3.

The game reached its climax with a tied score of 81-81 and under 2 seconds left on the clock. Armani Hall of the Harvey Red Raiders hit a three-pointer to level the playing field. In a heart-stopping moment, Edgewood’s Logan Kray executed a full-court pass to Jacob Ernst, who was fouled attempting the game-winning layup. Ernst coolly sank both free throws, giving the Warriors the lead. With no timeouts left for Harvey, they attempted a full-court shot that ultimately missed.

The victory adds to a series of thrilling encounters for the Edgewood Warriors this season, with several games either going into overtime or concluding with last-second shots. Notable victories include last-second wins over Lakeside and Jefferson, as well as heartbreaking losses to Perry and Geneva.

The Edgewood Warriors, with a record of 10-3, will face the Geneva Eagles (11-2) in an eagerly anticipated rematch on 1/23/24. This rematch follows a triple-overtime clash on 12/16/23, where Edgewood fell short with a 70-68 loss. On the other hand, the Harvey Red Raiders (6-8) will host the Conneaut Spartans (3-9) on 1/23/24. The Red Raiders previously triumphed over Conneaut with a convincing 90-57 win on 12/16/23. The stage is set for another exciting chapter in the Warriors’ and Red Raiders’ respective seasons.