POLAND WALKS OFF INTO THE REGIONAL FINALS

RAVENNA OH- Poland soccer is having one memorable postseason in 2024. After their girls program advanced to the Regional Finals on Tuesday, their boys program earned a thrilling overtime win 3-2 over Field to get themselves in a Regional Final.

Xander Thornton was the main show in regulation for the Bulldogs.  He scored both oh Poland’s goals to make sure the match was tied 2-2 going to sudden death overtime.  At the 5:14 mark of the first overtime Dom Domico tried on the hero’s cape.  It fit perfectly as he found the back of the net to walk the Bulldogs off into the Regional Finals.

Andreas Tsikouris, Gabe Dearing, and Colin McBride each had assists in Poland’s three goals while the Bulldogs also totaled 5 saves in the net.

Poland advances to play Beachwood in the Regional Finals on Sunday at Niles High School. Kickoff is slated for 12:00.

LEOPARDS CAN’T OVERCOME BAY

BOARDMAN OH- Louisville knew the regional semis against third-seeded Bay would be a grind. Facing tough odds, the Leopards came in hungry, scrapping hard as the underdogs, but ultimately fell 2-0 in a tight battle.

Bay cracked the scoreboard with 10:48 left in the first half, and Louisville held them there until the 20:10 mark in the second half when Bay punched in one more to make it 2-0.

With a strong finish to their season, Louisville wraps up a solid run at 11-5-2, leaving it all out on the field.

Game Photos Can Be Found HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/10-29-GS-louisville-bay/10-29-GS-louisville-bay/DCIM/104EOS1D

POLAND SOCCER SWEEPS CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY

AVON LAKE OH- The Poland boys soccer squad kept the winning vibe alive, making it a championship sweep for the Bulldogs as both the boys and girls teams march on to regionals. The boys rolled past Chagrin Falls in a dominant 5-0 shutout to claim their trophy.

Andreas Tsikouris was on fire, netting a hat trick, while Jacob Hayes and Michael Hostal each added to the scoreline. Colin McBride dished out two assists, with Andreas and Skevos Tsikouris adding one each. The defense stayed rock-solid, racking up 10 saves to keep the shutout intact.

Up next, Poland heads to the regional semis to face Field on Wednesday at Ravenna, kicking off at 7:00.

BULLDOGS PULL OFF DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

ROCKY RIVER OH- Poland battled it out in a nail-biter of a district championship on Saturday, edging past Firelands 3-2 to punch their ticket to the next round.

The Bulldogs came in clutch, with Sophia Generalovich, Ellie Lewis, and Elliana Thompson each finding the back of the net. Ava Blinsky and Kinsey Lisko chipped in with assists, setting up those big-time finishes. Between the posts, Lily McDonald held her ground with a save to help seal the deal.

With this win, Poland heads to the regional semifinals on Tuesday, ready to take on Wickliffe at Tallmadge at 7:00.

MOONEY KEEPS MOVING ON

BRUNSWICK OH- Mooney girls soccer claimed the district championship with a clutch 1-0 win over Smithville.

Julia Diorio scored the game’s only goa for Mooney,  set up by an assist from Sophia Dibo.

Next up, Mooney faces Chippewa on October 29 at 7:00 pm at Medina in the Regional semifinals.

UNITED PROVES WHY THEY’RE THE TOP SEED

HANOVERTON OH- United showed why they’re the top seed in the district, rolling over Canton Central Catholic with a 3-0 win in the district semifinals on Thursday.

After a scoreless first half, Maddox Andrea took charge, scoring two goals for the Eagles in the second. Zach Figley set up both with solid assists, while Seth Blake held down the net with 9 saves to keep the shutout alive. United’s third goal came from an own goal by the Crusaders.

Next up, United heads to the district championship to face Warren JFK on Saturday at 11:00 at Canfield.

Game Photos Can Be Found HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/10-24-BS-united-ccc/10-24-BS-united-ccc/DCIM/104EOS1D

FITCH MOVING ON WITH WALK OFF GOAL

AUSTINTOWN OH- Fitch pulled off a thrilling win in the district semifinals on Wednesday, edging out Broadview Heights 2-1 in overtime. Jackson Potkonicky was the hero, scoring both goals for the Falcons, including the game-winner in OT.

With the win, Fitch moves on to the District Finals, where they’ll face the winner of North Ridgeville vs. Parma Normandy. The championship match is set for Saturday, October 26, at Elyria High School, kicking off at 4:00 pm.

POLAND THRILLS THEIR WAY TO THE DISTRICT FINAL

POLAND OH- Poland pulled off a thrilling win against one of the top soccer programs in the state, Bay Village Bay, edging them out 2-1 in penalty kicks after two overtimes couldn’t settle the score.

Michael Hostal found the net in regulation for Poland, and when it came down to penalties, AJ Lisko, Andreas Tsikouris, and Skevos Tsikouris all delivered clutch PKs. The hero of the night was goalie Michael Daley, who came up huge with 17 saves and stopped three penalty kicks to seal the win.

With the victory, Poland advances to the District Championship, where they’ll face Chagrin Falls on Saturday at Avon Lake, with kickoff set for 7:00.

NILES SMASHES ON TO THE NEXT ROUND

NILES OH- Niles cruised through the district semifinals on Tuesday, dominating Elyria Catholic in a 7-0 blowout. The Dragons were firing on all cylinders from start to finish.

Kherington Stanford had a monster game, scoring 4 goals and dishing out 3 assists. Tavlor Bickerstaff added 2 goals and 2 assists, while Cali Rodgers contributed with 1 goal and 2 assists. On the defensive end, Gianna Wagner held things down with 3 saves to secure the shutout.

Niles now moves on to the district championship on Saturday, where they’ll face Hubbard at Berkshire at 5:00.

FLASHES BOOK A RETURN TRIP TO DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

WARREN OH- Champion is making another strong tournament run, building off last year’s regional runner-up finish. The Flashes punched their ticket to the district final with a solid 2-0 win over United on Tuesday.

Maylee Nadaud was the difference-maker, scoring both goals for Champion, while Allison Henderlight kept a clean sheet with 8 key saves to shut down United’s attack.

Champion now moves on to the district championship on Saturday, where they’ll face Berkshire at Austintown Fitch at 7:00.