LISBON VOLLEYBALL FOLLOWS UP FOOTBALL WITH WIN OVER BEARS

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LISBON OH- On Friday night Lisbon football took care of their rival Leetonia in the “Spaghetti Bowl.” On Monday night, the volleyball team followed them up with a big win over the Bears in straight sets. (25-12 25-8 25-11)

 

Cami Freeland and Maddie Marshalek both led the Blue Devils offense with 6 kills a piece.  Stefanee Stacy set up the offense with 18 assists. On defense the Blue Devils were led by Eliza Baker with 13 digs.  Morgan Lively served up a storm with 27 service points, and 14 aces.

Lisbon will continue the season Wednesday as they host the Academy of Urban Scholars.  First serve is set for approximately 7:00.

HUBBARD AND MOONEY COME TOGETHER FOR MORE THAN A GAME

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HUBBARD OH- It was a special night in Hubbard as the Eagles community along with Mooney’s came together to remember fallen members of both communities. Jillian Marian a Hubbard teach, and Mark Pelini a 2010 Mooney graduate, and assistant coach on the football team both passed away in a car accident last weekend. The week was hard on both schools as students and faculty alike grappled with the new reality. But tragedy can bring great things about, and on this night both Mooney and Hubbard showed just how strong people can be when they come together. The gym was packed, as stories and memories were shared from both sides about the departed beloved. On this night, it was way more than just a game.

After all was said and done, there was still volleyball to be played. Hubbard started the last week of the regular season off with a win in 4 sets over Mooney (25-16 21-25 25-23 25-16)

Aubrey Panigall won Player of the Game and led the Eagles with 15 kills. Peytyn Slovesko chipped in an impressive 13 kills as well as 4 blocks.  The Eagles served up 6 aces as a team.

Mooney was led by Maria Fire who had 12 kills on the night. Jada Lane, and Amarra Anderson both added 6 kills to the cause.  Addison Stacy played inspired volleyball all night and had multiple highlight saves to go along with her sets.

Hubbard still has to finish out NE8 play on Wednesday as they host Niles. Mooney returns to action on Tuesday with round 2 of the Holy War at home. Mooney won the first matchup at Ursuline in 4 sets.

THE ICE QUEEN FEARS NONE

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WARREN, OH- If you really think about the background of Warren JFK Sophomore standout Izzy Mauro, the story of what she’s done- and her projected path isn’t that hard to believe.

Mauro is the younger sister of Michael Mauro, and while she’s incredibly proud of that- is starting to blaze her own trail.

Izzy, much like her brother, leaves no mercy on the court- as she’s ranked at the top of the state for the number of blocks she’s put up in 2022.  Mauro’s youthful leadership has helped JFK find their way out of some sticky situations this year- and along with her teammates- have found their identity heading into the postseason.

While all of that is well and good, she’s also hands-on when it comes to getting her hands dirty in the garage, as she received an early birthday present to fix up and cruise around town.

Check out more incredible talents throughout this week’s Warren JFK Player Profile: The Ice Queen Fears None.

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2022 DIVISION I VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT PREVIEW

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On August 20th the volleyball season got started as every team across the state of Ohio had aspirations of being one of the lucky 4 that ends the season with a trophy.  50 days later, and the road to Wright State has become clear.  Although there’s still one week left in the regular season, now every team knows what path they’ll have to take to win a State Championship.  YSN is the place to be for tournament coverage. Below you’ll find a break down of each of YSN’s teams spot in the district bracket.

Division I

Austintown Fitch is the highest seed featured on YSN in Division 1. They were voted the fourth seed by their fellow teams in the district.  The Falcons elected to be in the Mentor district. 3rd seeded Glen Oak is the highest seed in the bracket. The Owls are 17-2 on the season and are led by senior standout Natalie Stepanovich. Stepanovich is headed to Robert Morris to continue her volleyball career as a D1 athlete.  She currently has 195 kills on the season.  Fitch opens their run on October 19th at home against 32 seeded Cleveland Heights.

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Boardman was voted the 21 seed in the bracket poll. The Spartans have upset teams in the past as a lower seed so coach Birch shouldn’t have any trouble getting her team ready for the moment. Boardman gets a first round bye as they’ll await the winner of Lakeside and Canton McKinley. The top seed in Boardman’s district is the 1 seed Massillon Jackson.

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Louisville was given the 29 seed in this years district bracket. They find themselves in the Solon district. They will start their run on October 19th as they travel to 7th seeded Walsh Jesuit.  The highest seed in Louisville’s bracket is the 2 seed, Chardon.

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LET US TELL YOU ABOUT LATELL

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GIRARD OH- Girard volleyball has climbed to enter themselves in the conversation of the best teams in our area.  The Indians are loaded with star level talent.  They carry with them a 1-2 punch on offense that is hard for most teams to defend.  One of the heads of that two headed monster is junior Bree Latell.  Bree is an outside hitter that brings a unique skill set to her position. What really makes her stand out in the area is the fact that she is left handed.  It makes it hard for teams to read the ball when it comes off a different hand. Plus, Latell has an easier time avoiding the pin on the right side attack.  Latell is not just dominant on offense, but is among the team leaders in digs.  She is taking in as much as she can from Girard’s current senior class so when her senior season comes, she’ll be ready to lead as well. It won’t hurt her ability that she already is a leader on the floor now. Her biggest leadership asset is her positive energy and emotion. She can always keep the team up.

Looking at Latell’s numbers right now she has collected 243 kills on the season. She averages 3.7 kills per set.  Her individual hitting percentage is .266.  Latell is also second on the team in digs with 153.  She adds 23 blocks to her season totals as well.

Bree took the time over the weekend to talk to YSN’s Anthony Hartwig about her tremendous season and career to this point. They talk about playing as much volleyball as she does, how she doesn’t get gassed out, and much more. Check out the latest Girard Volleyball Player Profile only on YSN!

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NOTHING STOPS BOOTH FROM GETTING THE KILL

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- Mineral Ridge volleyball has all the right ingredients to a successful team. You take a great defense, mix it with an elite setter, and then add multiple attack options for her to get the ball to. Mineral Ridge has an assassin in the middle of the night in Olivia Booth. She gives their offense speed, as most great middles do. When the Rams are in system, you can bet they are going to try and get Olivia the ball.  She has made a tremendous impact in the Mineral Ridge program.  It is a program that won the MVAC and the district championship 2 years ago. Now after a season of bringing up some youth the Rams are right back in action.  Booth is a big reason why. She is so hard to defend. When you add that to her own defensive power at the net, she’s a massive key in Mineral Ridge’s success.

Olivia Booth currently sits at 129 kills on the season with an average of over 2 kills per set. She also has contributed 20 blocks to the Rams net presence. As a team Mineral Ridge has accumulated 78 blocks.

Olivia took the time this week to chat with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig about her senior season. They talk about some of the goals she set this year, what has made Mineral Ridge such a special place to her, and so much more. Don’t miss the latest Mineral Ridge Volleyball Player Profile only on YSN.

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RAMS FINISH OFF PERFECT MVAC SEASON

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LOWELLVILLE OH- Mineral Ridge faced their last league opponent on Saturday as they looked to remain perfect in conference play.  They were able to sweep Lowellville to end their MVAC season with no losses.   With the victory the Lady Rams improve to a season record of 19-1 and finished with an undefeated conference record of 14-0.

The Rams were led by Gianna Paris with 27 assists, 2 aces and 1 kill, Faith Schneider with 18 kills and 16 digs, and Ava Hulett with 21 digs and 11 kills.

Mineral Ridge returns home on Tuesday as they meet up with Brookfiekd in a cross tier MVAC matchup.

GIRARD OPENS EYES WITH SWEEP OF CRESTVIEW

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GIRARD OH- It was maybe the most anticipated match up of the year as undefeated Crestview strolled in to a busy Girard high school on Saturday afternoon. The game time got pushed back an hour and a half because Girard’s junior high teams earned the right to host the NE8 tournament.  Girard didn’t allow the great matchup that eas supposed to happen, because they swept away the Rebels in three (25-17 25-18 25-23)

Bree Latell had an amazing game for the Indians. Coach Phil Walters said after the game simply she was “en fuego” she finished the game with 23 kills and just 2 errors.  She also led the team in digs with 7.  Lauren Pallone had 12 kills for Girard to add to their firepower.  Girard’s serve gage Crestview problems all day. The Indians totaled 12 aces, and were led by Bailey Walters with 4.  Girard’s block also stood tall as they finished with 11 blocks as a team. Myla Bertolasio and Nico Cochran both led with 3.  Allison Durkin spent the day setting up the great hitters and finished with 35 assists.

Abbey Emch led the Rebels with 13 kills out of the middle.  Grace Auer was also in double figures in kills with 11. Lainy Auer led in the setting category as she finished with 14 assists. Grace Auer was still able to collect a triple double by leading the team in digs with 13. She also had 10 assists.

Both teams have more big tests on the horizon. Girard will test their ability on the road on Thursday as they travel to powerhouse Gilmour Academy to close out their regular season.  Crestview hits the road again on Monday as they’ll go to Austintown Fitch.

BEAVERS WIN OVAC TUNE UP

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CAMBRIDGE OH- In a rare 4:00pm start, the Beaver Local volleyball defeated defeated Cambridge 25-17, 25-16, 25-13 in a battle of Buckeye 8 opponents.  Briar Wolski led the team with 15 kills, while Peyton Roberts had 11 of her own.  Aleia Evanko set the team up with 19 assists and Emma Joseph contributed 11 assists and 9 digs.  Chloe Reed provided 20 digs from the back row.

THe Beavers, winners of 8 in a row, are now 14-6 on the season.  Up next is the OVAC Tournament.  The Beavers with this win streak have earned the #2 seed and will host #3 seed Oak Glen on Tuesday at 5:30pm in the 4A OVAC Semi Final. .

*Contributed By Josh Sigler at blathletics.org

LOUISVILLE RECOGNIZES BURICK FOR MILESTONE

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LOUISVILLE OH- On Thursday night Louisville took time to recognize Addison Burick on reaching 1000 career assists in the week before.  The Leopards used the momentum to jump out to a 2-0 lead, but couldn’t keep the Crusaders at bay and fell in 5.  (25-18 25-23 23-25 25-27 10-15)

Sloan Sypolt led the Leopards with 15 kills on the night. Brooke Haren was also in double figures with kills finishing with 11 kills.  Lexi Jobe was one kill away from double figures with 9 kills.  Burick mastered the offense and set up 41 assists.  Kait Kardohely led the Leopards defense with 30 digs.

Louisville returns to the floor on Saturday as they host Smithville.  First serve is serve is slated for 11:00 AM.