EAGLES SOAR PAST DRAGONS

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Ashtabula, OH- The Dragons started the game strong, edging out the Eagles in the first quarter with a score of 14-13. However, the Eagles quickly responded, taking control in the second quarter with a 13-2 run. Lakeside struggled to find their offensive rhythm, managing only two points in the second quarter, allowing the Eagles to build a significant lead.

Despite a more competitive third quarter, where the Dragons put up 8 points to the Eagles’ 14, they couldn’t bridge the gap. The final quarter saw the Eagles extend their lead further, securing the victory with a 23-18 performance.

Quarter Scores:

  • Lakeside Dragons: 14 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 42
  • Geneva Eagles: 13 | 13 | 14 | 23 | 63

Player Highlights

Lakeside Dragons:

  • Alex DiSalvatore: Leading the Dragons in scoring with 15 points, DiSalvatore showcased his offensive prowess but couldn’t single-handedly turn the tide.
  • Aiden Hathy: Contributing 11 points, Hathy displayed resilience in the face of the Eagles’ defense.
  • Dyln Newsome: Adding 7 points to the Dragons’ total, Newsome fought hard on both ends of the court.

Geneva Eagles:

  • Luke Barbo: The standout performer for the Eagles, Barbo led all scorers with an impressive 18 points, playing a pivotal role in his team’s victory.
  • Haiden Diemer and Luke Smith: Providing additional firepower, Diemer and Smith contributed 11 and 10 points, respectively, further solidifying the Eagles’ offensive dominance.

Looking Ahead

With this loss, the Lakeside Dragons (2-7) face a challenging matchup at home against the Conneaut Spartans (3-7) on 1/12/24. The Spartans, coming off a tough loss to the Madison Blue Streaks, will be seeking redemption, making this a crucial game for both teams.

On the other hand, the Geneva Eagles (9-2) continue their impressive season, gearing up for a home game against the Perry Pirates (4-4) on 1/12/24. The Pirates are riding high after a convincing win over the Harvey Red Raiders, setting the stage for an exciting clash between two talented teams.

As the Dragons regroup for their next game, they’ll look to learn from this experience and come back stronger in their pursuit of success on the court.

ROBERTS KEEPS EM GUESSING

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH-  Beaver Local basketball has seen it’s fair share of amazing talent come through the halls of the schools, Beaver senior standout Peyton Roberts has etched her name among the program’s elite scorers, leaving an indelible mark on the court. A prolific talent, Roberts has long harbored dreams of seeing her name join the prestigious list of 1,000-point scorers adorning the school’s walls, and she stands on the brink of realizing that childhood ambition.

From a young age, Roberts displayed an unwavering determination to leave a lasting legacy within the Beaver Local basketball program. The allure of having her name enshrined alongside the greats fueled her passion for the game, propelling her towards the doorstep of the coveted 1,000-point milestone.

Yet, Roberts isn’t merely defined by her scoring prowess; she embodies the essence of a true leader and role model. Her influence extends beyond the court, sparking excitement about the program at all levels, especially among the youth. Asked often about her secret to success by aspiring players, Roberts playfully keeps the mystery alive, leaving the question hanging: “how do you do it?” A testament to her humility and dedication, she continues to inspire the next generation with her remarkable journey.

Known for her versatility, Roberts thrives on keeping defenses, fans, and even her own teammates guessing. Her multifaceted scoring ability ensures that every game is a spectacle, with each point scored a testament to her skill and unpredictability on the court. As she approaches the coveted 1,000-point mark, Roberts assures Beaver fans that there are still tricks up her sleeve, promising an exciting remainder of the season.

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BOBCATS POUNCE ON A MUCH NEEDED WIN

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By Noah Doughty


BEAVER PA- The Beaver Bobcats were back at home as the girls got ready to take on the Central Valley Warriors. Both teams came into the game 1-1 in section play and it was Beaver who was able to secure a 55-51 win.

 

While Beaver was able to end each quarter with a lead Central Valley was able to hang around the whole game briefly re taking the lead a few times including one in the final minutes of the game. But it was the Bobcats who responded well to the adversity and quickly regained the lead each time on their way to victory. A large part of that was their ability to create jump balls and turnovers on the defensive end stopping any momentum Central Valley gained.

 

Annsley Baker was the lead scorer for the Bobcats with 28 points and Dominique Douglas had 12 points for the Warriors.

 

The Bobcats next game is on Thursday, December 11th as they travel to Ambridge. Beaver improves to 5-8 on the season and 2-1 in section.

FIRST PLACE ON THE LINE NEXT FOR COLUMBIANA

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COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana geared up for a crucial showdown for first place in the EOAC with a commanding 53-22 victory over East Palestine on Monday. Averi Marshall led the Clippers’ charge with 14 points, complemented by Evy Rapp, Taylor Along, and Megan Moser each contributing 7 points.

East Palestine’s efforts were led by Gabby Andre and Marley Blythe, both scoring 6 points.

With this win, Columbiana boasts a 10-1 record, setting the stage for a pivotal clash against Southern Local on Thursday. The match will determine the leader in the EOAC. East Palestine, now at 5-6, looks ahead to a Wednesday matchup against East Liverpool.

TIGERS LIGHT IT UP ON THE ROAD

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MCDONALD OH- Springfield secured another impressive MVAC win, dominating McDonald with a 53-25 victory on Monday.

Ava Vecchione led the way with an outstanding performance, scoring 20 points, while Jameka Brungard added 10 points and Karigan Mullen contributed 6 points.

With this win, Springfield advances to a 9-4 record and looks forward to continuing MVAC play by hosting Jackson Milton on Thursday. On the other hand, McDonald, standing at 5-5, will have a home matchup against Lowellville on Thursday.

RAIDERS CONTINUE GETTING HOT

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NILES OH- South Range continued their winning streak with a convincing 50-21 victory over Niles on Monday night, securing their third consecutive triumph.

Gwen Lowry delivered a stellar performance with a career-high 23 points, leading the charge for South Range. Sophia Lucente contributed 10 points, and Sydney Penick added 5 points to solidify the team’s success.

Niles faced a tough challenge, with Kherington Stanford as their leading scorer with 10 points.

Looking ahead, South Range (5-7) aims to extend their winning streak to four games when they host Girard on Saturday. Meanwhile, Niles (5-7) is set to face Girard next on their schedule, hosting the Indians on Thursday as they seek to rebound from the defeat.

UNITED PERCHED ATOP EOAC AFTER LISBON WIN

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LISBON, OH- United came in tied with Columbiana atop the girl’s standings in the EOAC, and Lisbon had hopes to play spoiler heading into Monday’s contest.  Unfortunately for the Lady Devils, those hopes were dashed early in the game with the relentless attack from the Lady Eagles to the tune of 46-18.

Lisbon kept things tight with some early points, including a big three from Brooklyn Cousins to give the Lady Devils an early lead, but the second-chance opportunities for United were just too much.  The Lady Eagles have 6 players listed as 5’10 or above on their roster- and the made the most of it on Monday night.

One of those players, senior Grace Knight, finished with a game-high 23 points in the victory.  Knight’s jumper was spot on all night, and her teammates kept dishing the rock to her as she had open looks time after time.  Sam Lippiatt finished the game with 8 points on the night, the Eagles were supplemented with Grayson Kidder’s five points, and four-point performances from Katie Dees and Addy Blazer.

For Lisbon, Captain Morgan Lively lit up the scoreboard for 12 points to lead the Lady Devils.  Brooklyn Cousins had a three-pointer, and Amore Ramos had a bucket along with Jayden Smyth’s free throw.

United improves to 9-3 overall, and 7-1 in the conference, while Lisbon falls to 3-9 overall and 2-6 in the EOAC.

INDIANS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS

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By Matt Maher


GIRARD, OH – Girard pulled together another impressive win on Monday night when they took down conference foe, Hubbard, with a 46-37 victory. Besides the first quarter, The Indians played a consistent game and showed just how far they’ve come since their slow start in late November.

 

The First quarter saw Girard explode with a quick start that would see them net 8 points in the first half of the quarter but Hubbard came out of a timeout and matched the Indians and found themselves 8 points of their own to tie the game after the first frame. Girard saw senior Mia Malito score her first 5 points and Makenzee White hit a strong 3. Claire Murphy found 4 points for Hubbard while Cara Green and Phoebe Rusnak each put up 2.

 

Hubbards offense came to a halt in the second thanks to an aggressive defense from Girard that managed to force turnovers and rebounded missed shots to a high degree. The result of this defense saw Hubbard score 4 points to Girards 11. Khamyah Howell and Rheanna Barr each scored 2 points against the Indians in this frame while Jillian Palumbo missed both of her shots from the free throw line. Girard saw impressive scores from Malito, who scored 4 more points in the paint, ans Ally Gassman who threw an impressive 3 pointer.

 

After Halftime both teams came out with an even offense with both teams tallying 12 points. Hubbard saw Murphy score a 3 and Howell go 2-for-2 from the line as well as Green who found 3 of 4 shots go in as well. Mia Malito continued to be Mia Malito because she scored 6 points including 2 made free throws and 2 more buckets in the paint. White would also add 4 more points to her total. 

 

The fourth Quarter was the quarter of free throws for Hubbard and the quarter of Mia Malito for Girard. Hubbard saw 14 free throw attempts split between 5 players: Murphy, Howell and Green who all went 1-for-2, Barr who went 2-for-2 and Jillian Palumbo who went 2-for-6 resulting in the team cashing in 7 of 14 free throws. Girard, however, saw the Malito train at full speed. Mia scored an impressive 11 points in this quarter with 5 made 2’s and 1 of 2 made free throws Mia Malito saw herself meet her true potential which was a great sight to see. Match Malito 11 with Whites 4 and Girard would match Hubbard 15-15. 

 

While the Eagles played even with Girard for 3 quarters it would be the 2nd quarter that would decide this game and give The Indians their 4th conference win! Hubbard still played a very impressive game and should be proud of their performance against the Indians since they matched their energy all night long. Hubbard (OVR: 4-7) (CON: 2-3) are back home on January 11th when they host Lakeview for another big Northeast 8 matchup at 7:00PM. Girard (OVR: 5-6) (CON: 4-1) hits the road when they visit Niles to take on the Red Dragons on January 11th at 7:00PM.

SALEM COMPLETES STUNNER AGAINST THE IRISH

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By Luke Davis

SALEM OH- The Lady Quakers battled the Ursuline Irish tonight at the Cab coming out victors 55-47. After a back and forth first half with a 3 point Salem lead at halftime, the Quakers came out of the locker room on a 17-6 run, led by the 3 point shooting of seniors Riley Flickenger and Lauryn Barton.

Holding on to a 42-32 lead at the end of the 3rd quarter, Salem finished the game strong at the line sinking 9-12 in the final frame. Salem was led by Rylee Hutton with 21 points and composure handling Ursuline’s pressure down the stretch. Flickenger and Barton both finished with 11 points each.

The Quakers move to 5-8 on the season and will return to EBC action on January 10th when they travel to Minerva.

CRESTVIEW KEEPS THEIR FOOTHOLD AT THE TOP OF THE MVAC

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COLUMBIANA OH- Crestview maintained their stronghold on the MVAC’s top spot with a commanding 65-27 triumph over LaBrae. The second and third quarters proved pivotal as Crestview outscored LaBrae 47-11 during that stretch.

Addison Rhodes led Crestview’s scoring barrage with an impressive 24 points, followed by Ava Bucey contributing 11 points. Emily Downey and Luvrain Gaskins each added 9 points, while Myer Miller chipped in with 7 points.

Despite LaBrae’s effort, Emma Kuszmaul’s 13 points weren’t enough to overcome Crestview’s dominant performance.

Crestview, now boasting a flawless 14-0 record, sets their sights on hosting Liberty in their upcoming Thursday matchup. LaBrae, at 9-2, aims to rebound as they hit the road to face Garfield on Thursday.

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