RIDGE RINGS THE VICTORY BELL AGAIN

In a thrilling non-conference showdown between two one-loss teams, Mineral Ridge emerged victorious, outlasting Columbiana with a final score of 45-39.

Mineral Ridge was led by Ava Hulett’s impressive performance, scoring 22 points, while Gianna Gilbert added 10 points and Ava Carkido contributed 7 points to secure the win.

Columbiana fought hard, with Ellie Venezia leading their efforts with 13 points, closely followed by Megan Moser with 12 points and Evy Rapp adding 5 points.

With this hard-fought triumph, Mineral Ridge advances to a stellar 13-1 record and gears up for their next challenge at home against McDonald on Thursday. Meanwhile, Columbiana, now 11-2, will aim to bounce back on Monday as they host Lowellville.