MUSTANGS GALLOP PAST THE BISON FOR FIRST WIN

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Beachwood,OH- With both teams looking for their first win of the year the scene was set for a CVC battle in Beachwood. The Grand Valley Mustangs faced off against the Beachwood Bison, resulting in a final score of 42-13 in favor of the Mustangs.

The 1st quarter began with a bang as Grand Valley’s John Foss Peters scored an 8-yard touchdown, followed by a successful 2-point conversion, putting the Mustangs ahead 8-0. Just moments later, Beachwood’s Jacob Thomas made an interception, but it turned into a nightmare as Grand Valley’s Bobby Rogers returned it for a 45-yard touchdown. The extra point was good, extending the lead to 15-0. Grand Valley continued their dominance in the 1st quarter, with Sammy Goforth connecting with Bobby Rogers for a 40-yard touchdown pass, although they missed the 2-point conversion, making it 21-0.

The 2nd quarter continued the Mustangs’ offensive prowess, as Sammy Goforth found Bobby Rogers again, this time for a 38-yard touchdown pass, and the extra point was good, bringing the score to 28-0. Not to be outdone, Connor Sullivan added to the Mustangs’ lead with a 5-yard touchdown run, followed by another successful extra point, making it 35-0. However, Beachwood’s Jacob Thomas broke free with an 80-yard touchdown run, though the extra point was missed, resulting in a score of 35-6.

In the 3rd quarter, Grand Valley’s Tanner Lee added another touchdown with a 7-yard run, and the extra point was good, extending the lead to 42-6. In the 4th quarter, Beachwood’s Jacob Thomas showcased his skills once more with a 49-yard touchdown run, accompanied by a successful extra point, making it 42-13.

The final score favored the Grand Valley Mustangs 42-13. The Mustangs, with a record of 1-3, will host the Wickliffe Blue Devils (1-3) in week 4, while the Beachwood Bison, now 0-4, will travel to play the Crestwood Red Devils (3-1) in their next matchup. With big nights from Bobby Rogers and Sammy Goforth the Mustangs offense put on a show and will look to build on this new found confidence.

DRAGONS OFFENSE SCORCHES LIONS

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Pepper Pike, OH- The Lakeside Dragons came into week 4 looking to rekindle their flame and that was achieved friday night in Pepper Pike. The Lakeside Dragons dominated the Orange Lions with a final score of 36-7. The game unfolded with several remarkable plays that kept fans of the green and gold cheering all night.

The first quarter started explosively when Lakeside’s Alex DiSalvatore launched a sensational 72-yard touchdown pass to Matt Wagner, putting Lakeside ahead 6-0. Unfortunately, the two-point conversion attempt failed. However, Lakeside quickly bounced back, as Nate Bartone scored a 9-yard touchdown run, and he personally converted the two-point play, extending the lead to 14-0.

The second quarter saw Lakeside’s Alex DiSalvatore connecting with Caleb Stitt for a 35-yard touchdown pass, and Matt Wagner secured the two-point conversion with a catch. This impressive play brought the score to 22-0. Lakeside continued to dominate when DiSalvatore rushed for a 5-yard touchdown and Sincere Turner caught the two-point conversion, making it 30-0 in favor of Lakeside.

In the third quarter, Nate Bartone showcased his skills again with a remarkable 36-yard touchdown run, but the two-point conversion was unsuccessful, leaving the score at 36-0.

Orange continued their fight into the fourth quarter when Alex Ford broke free for a 57-yard touchdown run, and the extra point was good, putting them on the board at 36-7.

The final whistle blew with the Lakeside Dragons claiming a resounding victory, improving their record to 2-2. They look ahead to face the struggling West Geauga Wolverines (0-4) at home in week 4. On the other hand, the Orange Lions, also at 2-2, will hit the road to take on the formidable Madison Blue Streaks (3-1) who is begining to find their old identity for  their next matchup.

PIRATES SAIL PAST THE FALCONS TO REMAIN PERFECT

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Perry, OH- In a matchup that showed why Perry is one of the best teams in the state, the Perry Pirates dominated the Jefferson Falcons, securing a commanding victory with a final score of 50-0.

The first quarter set the tone for Perry’s firm control. Owen Mckoon made an explosive 45-yard touchdown run, but the 2-point conversion was unsuccessful, giving Perry an early lead of 6-0. The Falcons defense showed promise on the next series bringing Perry to a 4th and long.  The Pirates took a chance and decided to go for it on 4th down. The risk payed off with Walter Moses connecting on a 39-yard touchdown pass to Luke Sivon, followed by a successful 2-point conversion, extending their lead to 14-0. The following offensive series resulted in a 4th and long for the Falcons. The Falcons punt found its way to one of Perry’s top athletes, Brayden Richards who added to the lead with a 45-yard punt return for a touchdown, and another 2-point conversion made it 22-0. Just before the end of the first quarter, Walter Moses completed a 44-yard pass to Owen Mckoon, setting up a promising opportunity for the Pirates at the 1-yard line as the quarter concluded.

The second quarter saw no let-up from Perry. On the first play of the quarter, Jayden Studio pushed through for a 1-yard touchdown run, and a successful extra point extended the lead to 29-0. Perry’s defense continued to shine, as Luke Sivon intercepted a pass from Jefferson’s Kaige Boczar and returned it 50 yards for another touchdown. The extra point was good, pushing the score to 36-0. Perry’s defense also recovered a fumble from Luke Funtash. Walter Moses connected with Brayden Richards once again, this time for a 17-yard touchdown pass, and another successful extra point made it 43-0.

The third quarter saw no respite for Jefferson, as McKoy Richards added an 8-yard touchdown run, and the extra point was good, making it 50-0 in favor of the Pirates.

With a final score of 50-0, the Perry Pirates maintained their perfect record at 4-0 and are set to face the Geneva Eagles (4-0) in week 4. In contrast, the Jefferson Falcons dropped to 0-4 and are scheduled to host the Lutheran West Longhorns (2-2)  in their next matchup. The Perry Pirates showcased their strength and dominance, and following a huge win over the Kirtland Hornets in week 3 are now on the radars of everyone in division 5 statewide.

HERALDS BRING NEWS OF VICTORY

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Geneva, OH- In a thrilling football game with both teams providing highlight reel plays the St. John Heralds defeated the Beachwood Bisons with a final score of 38-24. While the game would be full of action both teams need a quarter to figure out their plan of attack. The first quarter ended with both teams unable to score as the defenses held strong, causing multiple 4-and-outs.

The second quarter kicked off scoring with 8 minutes and 17 seconds left on the clock when a high snap resulted in St. John taking a safety, putting Beachwood on the board with 2 points. The momentum continued to swing Beachwood’s way as Mar’Tez Pinkney returned a punt for a spectacular 65-yard touchdown. However, the 2-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful, leaving the score at St. John 0 – Beachwood 9.

St. John fought back with a 1-yard touchdown run by Vin Narducci, but once again, they couldn’t convert the 2-point attempt. The score now stood at St. John 6 – Beachwood 9.

Just before halftime, St. John’s defense made a crucial play with Ryan Williams intercepting Larry Clark’s pass. St. John’s offense seized the opportunity, executing a trick play with a double pass. Will Anderson connected with Anthony Severino for a 45-yard touchdown, making the score St. John 12 – Beachwood 9. St. John then successfully recovered an onside kick with only 1 minute and 32 seconds left in the second quarter.

In the dying moments of the second quarter, Vin Narducci found Will Anderson again, this time for a 21-yard touchdown pass. The successful 2-point conversion extended St. John’s lead to 20 – 9 as they headed into halftime.

The third quarter saw St. John continuing their offensive prowess, with Vin Narducci tossing a 42-yard touchdown pass to Will Anderson. However, their 2-point conversion attempt failed, leaving the score at St. John 26 – Beachwood 9. But Beachwood’s Aaden Condor came up with a crucial interception to halt St. John’s momentum.

As the fourth quarter began, Beachwood’s Jacob Thomas made an impact with a 35-yard touchdown pass to Eriq Walker, followed by a successful extra point. The score tightened to St. John 26 – Beachwood 16. But St. John responded swiftly, with Vin Narducci connecting with Will Anderson again, this time for a 69-yard touchdown pass. Their 2-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful, making the score St. John 32 – Beachwood 16.

Beachwood refused to back down, as Jacob Thomas orchestrated a 1-yard touchdown run and a successful 2-point conversion, closing the gap to St. John 32 – Beachwood 24. Beachwood then recovered an onside kick with just under 8 minutes left on the clock.

However, their momentum was short-lived, as Jacob Thomas threw an interception to St. John’s Donald Crawford. St. John capitalized on the turnover, with Ryan Williams scoring a 14-yard touchdown run. The 2-point conversion was once again unsuccessful, making the score St. John 38 – Beachwood 24.

With just 3 minutes and 34 seconds remaining in the game, St. John recovered another onside kick, sealing their victory.

The final score stood at St. John Heralds 38 – Beachwood Bisons 24. The St. John Heralds improved to a 1-2 record and looked forward to facing the Steubenville Catholic Central Crusaders in week 3, while the Beachwood Bisons, now 0-3, prepared to play against the Grand Valley Mustangs in their next matchup.

WARRIORS STAY ON THE WARPATH

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Painesville, OH- In an action-packed game, the Edgewood Warriors faced off against the Harvey Red Raiders. The game began with a flurry of touchdowns in the first quarter. Harvey’s Shaun Alston opened the scoring with a 2-yard touchdown run, but their two-point conversion attempt failed, leaving the score at Harvey 6 – Edgewood 0. Edgewood quickly responded as Tony Hall threw a 2-yard touchdown pass to Jacob Ernst, also missing the two-point conversion, tying the game at 6-6. Harvey’s Alston struck again with a 31-yard touchdown run, putting Harvey up 12-6, but they once again failed to convert the two-point attempt. Edgewood then capitalized on an interception by Hunter Braat, with Tony Hall connecting on a 33-yard touchdown pass to Zach Carlton-Hull, making it Edgewood 12 – Harvey 12 at the end of the first quarter.

In the second quarter, Edgewood continued to find success through Tony Hall’s arm, with a 5-yard touchdown pass to Anthony Hunt, but the two-point conversion failed, making it Edgewood 18 – Harvey 12.

The third quarter saw Edgewood extend their lead with a forced fumble by Anthony Hunt, which was recovered by Jacob Ernst and returned for a 40-yard touchdown. Despite missing the two-point conversion, Edgewood was ahead 24-12. Tony Hall continued to impress with a 39-yard touchdown pass to Jacob Ernst, extending Edgewood’s lead to 30-12. Edgewood’s defense remained relentless, causing another turnover by Harvey. Tony Hall added to his impressive performance with a 1-yard touchdown run, although the two-point conversion failed once again, making the score Edgewood 36 – Harvey 12.

In the fourth quarter, Tony Hall found Ben Schwartzfigure with an 8-yard touchdown pass, but the two-point conversion was no good, giving Edgewood a 42-12 lead. Harvey’s Shaun Alston managed to break free for a 74-yard touchdown run, but the two-point conversion attempt failed, making it Edgewood 42 – Harvey 18. Edgewood sealed the victory with a 29-yard pass from Tony Hall to Zach Carlton-Hull, securing a 48-18 win.

The final score was Edgewood Warriors 48 – Harvey Red Raiders 18. Edgewood would go on to face the Hawken Hawks in week 3, with a record of 2-1, while the Harvey Red Raiders, at 0-3, would take on the Brooklyn Hurricanes, who had a record of 1-2.

SPARTANS BOUNCE BACK IN WEEK 3

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Independence , OH- Trying to bounce back from a tough week 2 loss, the Conneaut Spartans faced off against the Independence Blue Devils, resulting in a final score of 33-15 in favor of the Spartans. With 4 minutes and 26 seconds left in the first quarter, Conneaut’s Wyatt Payne powered through the Independence defense with a 3-yard touchdown run, putting Conneaut ahead 7-0. The Spartans continued their strong start when Independence’s Xavier Wilson fumbled the ball, which was promptly recovered by Conneaut. Then, with just 29 seconds remaining in the quarter, Wyatt Payne added another touchdown to his name with a 10-yard run. Unfortunately, the extra point attempt was no good, leaving the score at Conneaut 13 – Independence 0 at the end of the first quarter. As the second quarter neared its conclusion, Ty Covill of Conneaut extended the lead with a 2-yard touchdown run. However, the two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful. The scoreboard read Conneaut 19 – Independence 0 at halftime. Independence came out of halftime determined to make a comeback. Rocco Ressler managed to get Independence on the board with a 5-yard touchdown run, followed by a successful extra point. Nevertheless, Conneaut quickly answered back with Wyatt Payne securing his third touchdown of the game, this time a 4-yard run, with the extra point good. Max Gleason then showcased his skills with a 55-yard touchdown pass to Ethan Osborne, extending Conneaut’s lead. The third quarter ended with the score Conneaut 33 – Independence 7. In the final quarter, Independence’s Rocco Ressler connected with Tyler Miller for a 17-yard touchdown pass, and they successfully converted a two-point play, narrowing the gap. However, Conneaut’s lead was insurmountable, and the game concluded with a final score of Conneaut Spartans 33 – Independence Blue Devils 15.

Wyatt Payne had a standout performance, scoring three touchdowns and increasing his season total to five after just three games. Conneaut improved their record to 2-1, setting up an exciting matchup against Chagrin Falls (2-1) in week 3, while Independence remained winless at 0-3 and looked forward to a clash with Cardinal (1-2).

COWBOYS WRANGLE FIRST WIN

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Youngstown, OH- In an intense high school football matchup, the Youngstown Chaney Cowboys (0-1) clashed with the Boardman Spartans (0-2) in a game that had fans on the edge of their seats. The first quarter remained scoreless as both teams fought for control.

The second quarter brought a flurry of action. With 8:41 left, Chaney’s Matt Jones bulldozed his way into the end zone with a 2-yard touchdown run, and the extra point was good, giving Chaney a 7-0 lead. But the Spartans quickly retaliated, as Marcus Rutledge electrified the crowd with an 85-yard kick return for a touchdown, though they missed the extra point, making it 7-6 in favor of Chaney. The Cowboys responded with another touchdown at 6:31, courtesy of Matt Jones’ 5-yard run, and the extra point was successful, extending their lead to 14-6. Boardman refused to back down and, with just 37 seconds left in the quarter, Willy Torres powered through with a 6-yard touchdown run, followed by a successful extra point, narrowing the score to 14-13.

The third quarter continued to showcase the Chaney Cowboys’ offensive prowess, as Bryson Douglas scored an 8-yard touchdown run with 3:39 left. The extra point was good, giving Chaney a 21-13 lead.

The final quarter saw no additional scoring, and the game concluded with the Chaney Cowboys emerging victorious with a final score of 21-13. The standout performance of the game came from Chaney’s defense, led by the impressive Elijah Carter, who recorded multiple sacks and tackles for loss.

With this win, the Chaney Cowboys improved their record to 1-1 and are set to face the Marlington Dukes (3-0) in week 3, while the Boardman Spartans dropped to 0-3 and will square off against the Howland Tigers (0-3) in their next matchup. Football fans can expect more thrilling action as these teams continue their season-long journeys.

VIKINGS DEFENSE TOO MUCH FOR EAGLES

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Youngstown, OH- In a commanding display of defensive prowess and strategic playmaking, the Labrae Vikings outshined the Valley Christian Eagles in a resounding 20-0 victory. The game, filled with thrilling moments, showcased Labrae’s dominance on both ends of the field.

The opening quarter witnessed Labrae’s Jay McGary breaking through the defensive lines with a 12-yard touchdown run, followed by a successful extra point by Max Young. This early offensive strike set the tone for Labrae’s determination to seize control of the game.

As the second quarter unfolded, the momentum continued to favor Labrae. With 5 minutes and 49 seconds left, Valley Christian’s Ja’Sean Lindsay’s pass was intercepted by Labrae’s Treyton Derry, adding to Labrae’s growing advantage.

The fourth quarter intensified the pressure on Valley Christian. Labrae’s Kenny Yoho showcased his precision with a 17-yard pass to Eric Riebold, extending the lead to 14-0 after Max Young’s extra point. Labrae’s defense remained unyielding, with Ja’Sean Lindsay of Valley Christian throwing yet another interception, this time claimed by Labrae’s Mike Henderson. In a swift response, Treyton Derry sprinted 20 yards for another Labrae touchdown, although the subsequent 2-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful.

The final score of 20-0 reflected Labrae’s exceptional defensive performance, effectively neutralizing Valley Christian’s run game and consistently capitalizing on turnovers. The victory secured Labrae’s position with a 1-1 record, as they now prepare to face off against the Niles Red Dragons in week 3. Meanwhile, the Valley Christian Eagles, also with a 1-1 record, are set to host the Brookfield Warriors in their upcoming week 3 encounter.

BLUE DEVILS WIN A THRILLER ON THE ROAD

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Conneaut, OH- The game between the Conneaut Spartans and the Western Reserve Blue Devils was a thrilling back-and-forth battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The scoreboard reflected the intense competition, with both teams showcasing their offensive prowess and determination to secure victory.

In the second quarter, Conneaut’s Max Gleason kicked off the scoring with a 5-yard running touchdown, followed by a successful extra point, giving Conneaut an early 7-0 lead. However, Western Reserve’s Luke Henning quickly responded with a 6-yard running touchdown, leveling the score at 7-7 after the extra point.

As the clock ticked down in the second quarter, Max Gleason once again seized the spotlight with an impressive 71-yard run for another Conneaut touchdown. The extra point extended their lead to 14-7. Not to be outdone, Western Reserve’s Luke Henning connected with Ethan Cannon for a 23-yard pass, resulting in a touchdown and tying the game at 14-14 just before halftime.

The third quarter saw Max Gleason’s dominance continue, as he powered through for a 3-yard touchdown run, putting Conneaut ahead 21-14 after the successful extra point. However, Western Reserve’s Luke Henning refused to let his team fall behind, orchestrating a 2-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter to even the score at 21-21 following the extra point.

With the game hanging in the balance, Conneaut’s Bryce Spurlin stepped up and nailed a 40-yard field goal, giving Conneaut a narrow 24-21 advantage with 6:33 left in the fourth quarter. The tension remained high as Luke Henning led Western Reserve’s offense down the field, ultimately executing a 1-yard touchdown run with 3:26 left on the clock. The extra point pushed Western Reserve into the lead, 28-24.

Despite a valiant effort from the Conneaut Spartans, time ran out, and the Western Reserve Blue Devils emerged victorious with a final score of 28-24. The Conneaut Spartans, now 1-1, would face the Independance Blue Devils in an away game in week three, while the Western Reserve Blue Devils, also 1-1, would host the Columbiana Clippers. The game showcased the resilience and skill of both teams and left fans eagerly anticipating their upcoming matchups.

WARRIORS POWERFUL OFFENSE ON FULL DISPLAY

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Edgewood, OH- In a commanding performance, the Edgewood Warriors showcased their dominance against the Grand Valley Mustangs, securing an overwhelming 55-0 victory.

The first quarter set the tone for the game, as Edgewood’s Tony Hall took charge with a 2-yard touchdown run, swiftly followed by a successful 2-point conversion. This early success gave Edgewood an 8-0 lead. Later in the quarter, with just 8 seconds on the clock, Hall connected with Jacon Ernst for an impressive 54-yard touchdown pass. The subsequent 2-point conversion extended Edgewood’s lead to 16-0 by the end of the opening quarter.

The second quarter saw no letup from Edgewood’s offensive onslaught. Hall continued to excel, tossing a 40-yard touchdown pass to Zach Carlton-Hull, who combined with the team for another successful 2-point conversion, bringing the score to 24-0. The connection between Hall and Carlton-Hull remained potent, as they orchestrated a 41-yard touchdown pass, followed by yet another successful 2-point conversion, pushing the lead to 32-0. Edgewood’s Zeke Lucas then joined the scoring frenzy with an 18-yard touchdown run, combined with a 2-point conversion, extending the gap to a staggering 40-0. The domination persisted as Lucas capitalized on a fumble recovery, sprinting 80 yards for another touchdown. The 2-point conversion was executed seamlessly, resulting in an impressive 48-0 halftime lead for Edgewood.

Despite the gap, the Edgewood Warriors refused to ease off the gas pedal. In the fourth quarter, Jaiven Pope plunged through the defense for a 7-yard touchdown run. The extra point was successfully converted, sealing the score at 55-0 and capping off a relentless offensive display.

The victory marked the second consecutive week in which the Edgewood Warriors crossed the 50-point mark, solidifying their reputation as an offensive powerhouse. With the win, the Edgewood Warriors improved to an impressive 2-0 record, setting their sights on a clash with the Harvey Red Raiders (0-2) in week 3. On the other side, the Grand Valley Mustangs (0-2) faced a challenging path ahead, looking to rebound as they prepared to take on the Pymatuning Valley Lakers (1-1) in week 3.