SPRINGFIELD GIRLS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JUSTIN KOSEK

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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Springfield is one of the most successful girls soccer programs the area has seen in the last two seasons. The Tigers have only lost three games in two years. The Tigers are coming off a 15-1 season, but a disappointing ending, losing to United 2-0 in the District semifinals. Springfield returns seven starters from a season ago, two of which were named 1st team all district in 2020. They do lose the YDSSCA Division III Player of the Year in Kylee Kosek. The core is still there and that gives head coach Justin Kosek reasons to be optimistic. Coach Kosek is 18 wins away from 100 in his career, and a deep tournament run might just get him there.

Coach Kosek was kind enough to stop by YSN’s Running Point this week to preview the 2021 season. He talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about his own journey to be a head coach, building team chemistry, and much more. Earn your stripes by checking out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Justin Kosek.

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SEBRING FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MATT SEIDEL

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SEBRING OH- Matt Seidel is heading into his third year on the sidelines as head coach of the Sebring Trojans. He is clearly changing the culture of the program. Slowly but surely the Trojans continue to take positive steps in the right direction. Everything is looking bright as the Trojans look for their first winning season since 1992. They went 2-8 in 2020 but their offense continues to improve putting points on the board. Coach Seidel has a lot to be optimistic about in 2021. The goal has always been to earn a playoff spot, and that goal is in the crosshairs this season. Sebring opens the season August 20th against Leetonia in Salem.

Coach Seidel graciously hopped on YSN’s Running Point to preview the upcoming season in Sebring. He talked with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about what the team motto is, who to watch for this season, and much more. Check out this preview of Sebring football with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Matt Seidel.

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MCDONALD VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MIKE KLOCKNER

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MCDONALD OH- It is the start of a new era in McDonald for their volleyball program. Mike Klockner, who was an assistant last season has taken over the reins. He brings a disciplined attitude to the Blue Devils that is sure to have them tightened up, with little unearned mistakes. McDonald lost their kills leader to graduation. Molly Howard finished the season with 199 kills. McDonald does however keep Megan Klockner who exploded on to the scene her freshman year. She promises to be one of the best setters in the area. McDonald opens the season August 21st at Columbiana.

Coach Klockner stopped by YSN’s Running Point to give us a preview of the 2021 season. He talks to Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about what he brings to the team, getting support from the community, and so much more. Make sure to check out this exclusive interview with McDonald’s new head volleyball coach Mike Klockner.

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UNITED VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MACKENZIE FIRTH

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HANOVERTON OH- United volleyball is under new management coming in to 2021. However, it is not someone new to the program. MacKenzie Firth has been putting in her time for the program. She has worked with the junior high program, and has been an assistant on the high school level. She knows exactly what she is working with in the program. United did lose their team leader in assists Haley Dees, but returns their biggest swinger in Tori Tschappatt who finished with 244 kills in 2020. United opens their season on August 23rd hosting Minerva.

Coach Firth was gracious enough to spare some time to join YSN’s Running Point to preview the upcoming season. She talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about taking over the job, what the Eagles have coming back, and so much more. Don’t miss this exclusive interview with the new volleyball coach at United with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with MacKenzie Firth.

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COLUMBIANA VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JENNIFER MARTIN

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COLUMBIANA OH- The Clippers volleyball program is coming of a very impressive 20 win season in 2020. They made it all the way to the district finals where they eventually fell to mineral Ridge. The Clippers lost 4 seniors, which may not sound like a ton but statistically they lost over 300 kills, their team leader in digs, and their team leader in assists. So yes, there are some key parts missing for the Clippers coming into the new season, but they do return their team leader in kills in Tori Long who finished 2020 with 229 kills. Head coach Jennifer Martin is still very optimistic about the Clippers ability to succeed in 2021. Columbiana opens the season against McDonald on Saturday August 21st.

Coach Martin took the time to hop on to YSN’s Running Point this week to preview the 2021 season. She talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about replacing the missing pieces, community outreach, and much more. Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Jennifer Martin is live.

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SALEM SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MIKE BAILEY

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SALEM OH- You can imagine how much time is sacrificed to head coach a high school athletics team. Now imagine you’re coaching two. That is a task that Salem soccer coach Mike Bailey has not shied away from. He is now the head coach of both the boys and girls programs. Salem has a unique set up where him, and two other coaches handle both teams together. The chemistry and dynamic between the three men is a big reason why it works. The Salem girls open the season this year on August 13th as part of the OHSAA’s “Friday night Futball” initiative. They will travel to United. The boys will travel to United as well opening the season on August 21st.

Mike was able to stop by in studio to visit YSN’s Running Point. He gave us an inside look at how this tri coach set up is going to work with Salem’s soccer teams. He chatted with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about the programs culture, what got him started in soccer, and much more. It’s the start of something new in Salem and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on them, check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Mike Bailey.

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JACKSON MILTON VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH STEPHEN MOHR

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NORTH JACKSON OH- The Blue Jays volleyball program is under new management. After a sustained era of success under coach Sue Prozy, Stephen Mohr has taken the reigns and plans to take the Jackson Milton program to the next level. Last season, the Jays racked up 17 wins and finished 2nd in the MVAC. With ten letter winners returning, there is no reason to think the Jays wont be contenders again. Jackson Milton opens the season with 3 games in 3 days starting August 23rd hosting East Canton.

Coach Mohr hopped on to YSN’s Running Point this week to talk about his new job, and the upcoming season. He chats with Ty Bartell, and Anthony Hartwig about building a culture, creating a youth development program, and much more. The dawn of a new era begins in North Jackson and you can be the first to hear from the new head coach in Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Stephen Mohr.

 

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URSULINE SOFTBALL COACH’S CORNER: A NEW SOFTBALL U

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH- For the last 19 years, Coach Mike Kernan has dubbed Ursuline Softball “Softball U” and now the right opportunity has come along for the longtime captain of the Lady Irish Ship to advance his career to the next level.

For the first time in nearly two decades, Mike Kernan will not be in the third base coach box for Ursuline, but rather will pack his bags and head down to Ave Maria University in Florida to accept their head coaching position.

A shock for many in the local ranks, Kernan has invested time, and many resources to bring championships back to Ursuline, and the teams he had during his tenure.  He sent many young ladies on to top programs around the country to not only continue their careers but gain an education along the way to become outstanding outside the lines as well.

To be frank, Kernan was a game-changer for local softball.

It took the right situation to pull Coach K away from the program he’s helped build, but with every door closing, a new one opens.  It was imperative to Kernan to not leave behind a program with an empty cupboard, but instead, he leaves a program that can compete for a state title as early as next year.

We at YSN are honored to feature an exclusive sit down with Coach as his final appearance as the Ursuline Skipper in this week’s Ursuline Softball Coach’s Corner: A New Softball U.

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WEST BRANCH GIRLS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH CHERYL FICCO

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BELOIT OH- Something exciting is looming in West Branch on the soccer field. The West Branch lady Warriors are getting hyped up everywhere you look. They return so much young experience from a season before that there is little doubt how much potential is there. The Warriors have a long history of success as they are the eight straight time EBC Champions. Believe us when we say though, this squad does not rest their hat on that fact. The target has been carried on their backs for the last eight seasons, so you know the Warriors are used to it.

Head coach Cheryl Ficco helms this successful bunch of girls, and took the time this week to call in to YSN;’s Running Point to preview their season. She discusses the Warriors leadership, their tough schedule, and so much more. Score a goal and get ready for the West Branch girls soccer season with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Cheryl Ficco.

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AUSTINTOWN FITCH VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JODY BARTLETT

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AUSTINTOWN OH- The culture surrounding volleyball in Austintown is one of the strongest in the area. There are a good amount of player in the Fitch program who have put their stock in volleyball. This gives the Falcons a distinct advantage against other teams. Their players play in high quality clubs, and go to big college camps. One of the pillars to the Falcons building such a strong program is their head coach Jody Bartlett. coach Bartlett has brought a work ethic and standard that has raised the bar for the program, and she also has the ability to connect with her athletes and let them make the process fun.

Coach Bartlett took the time to call in to YSN’s Running Point this week to preview the 2021 season. The Falcons have a lot to look forward to, and coach was able to lay out a great picture of what to expect. She chats with Anthony Hartwig about the Falcons schedule, some key players to keep an eye on, and much more. Fly high with the Falcons and get excited for the upcoming season with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Jody Bartlett.

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