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LADY REBELS FLEX AGAINST BROOKFIELD

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COLUMBIANA, OH- If you look “grit” up in the dictionary, there’s bound to be a reference to the 2019-2020 Crestview Lady Rebel Basketball Team.  OK, maybe not literally, but there should be.  Especially after the slow start to the evening, the Lady Rebs were determined to pick up a key win at home and did just that to the tune of 50-22 over Brookfield.

Crestview shot 35% from the field and went 3/16 from beyond the arc, but were still able to find big transition buckets and HUGE rebounding opportunities that turned into buckets.  In fact, the Rebels- as they’ve done each game this year, outrebounded their opponents.  Against Brookfield, it was a 37-21 advantage for Crestview.

Point Park recruit, and Senior Rebel- Tanner Hoffer had an explosive night with 15 points and 9 boards along with 3 steals.  Krista Perry also chipped in on the victory with 14 points, 9 boards, 4 assists, and a steal.  Mara Halas made a triumphant return to the lineup with 10 points, 3 caroms, and 3 helpers as well.

Crestview goes to 4-2 on the young season, and will now take on Hubbard on Saturday at 1:30.

SPARTANS STAY PERFECT; ICE LAKE

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BOARDMAN, OH- Boardman hosted a very hard-nosed Uniontown Lake team and came out on top with a convincing 64-43 victory.

After a back and forth first half, the Spartans blew the game open in the 3rd quarter with Tommy Fryda leading the charge. Fryda had 14 points in the quarter, including 4 from long distance. He finished with a game-high 17 points to go with 2 rebounds and 2 steals. Derrick Anderson continued to produce big numbers with 15 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals. Daeone Martin came up big for the Spartans with 13 points, including 7/7 from the free-throw line. Martin also grabbed 4 rebounds.

Charlie Davis battled all night, coming away with 5 points. Ethan Andersen was once again a big defensive force with 3 blocks, 5 rebounds, and 4 points while challenging and changing many other shots around the rim. Joey Zahran provided big minutes, coming away with 4 points. Zach Ryan and Connor Miller were all over the floor causing numerous plays to happen. They both scored 2 points and led a great defensive effort. Ryan also had 3 rebounds, 3 steals, and 4 assists. Ty Ventresco rounded out the scoring with 2 points.

Boardman improves to 4-0 on the season and is ready to travel to Cardinal Mooney on Friday night for a big rivalry game!  Action tips off on YSN at 7pm!

 

*Story contributed by Pat Birch and boardmanathletics.org

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REBELS OUTLAST BLUE DEVILS IN DEFENSIVE BATTLE

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LISBON, OH – On a night where both teams were in search of a season turning win, it was the Crestview Rebels that traveled down to Lisbon and came home with a 49-43 victory over the Lisbon Blue Devils.

The two teams were almost perfectly matched with one another throughout the entire game as the lead for either team did not grow beyond 6 points up until the final quarter. The Rebels and Blue Devils both matched each other in the first quarter, 10-10. Lisbon then started off the second quarter with two quick scores but the Rebels chipped away and drew even once again at the half, 21-21. The third quarter saw the two squads battle it out and trade buckets, drawing even once again at the end of the third, 32-32. The final frame had the action everyone was waiting for as the Rebels turned up the defense and hit a few key shots in route to the victory.

The Crestview Rebels were led by Drake Golden who finished the night with 22 points on 9/12 shooting and 8 rebounds.

The Lisbon Blue Devils were led by Ryan McCullough with 16 points on 5/13 shooting and 5 rebounds.

Up next for Crestview is another road test, as they travel to Champion to take on the Golden Flashes on December 20th. The Lisbon Blue Devils will continue their homestand on December 17th, as they will welcome the Leetonia Bears to town in an EOAC match up.

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE

SPARTANS RUN AWAY WITH VICTORY OVER HICKORY

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POLAND, OH- Boardman had an impressive neutral-site victory, 62-49 over a talented Hickory Hornets team in the United Way Holiday Classic at Poland High School.

Derrick Anderson shined for the Spartans with 29 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. Tommy Fryda had a very good game for the Spartans with 11 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 rebounds. Connor Miller had a big presence for the Spartans scoring 6 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. Zach Ryan played great defense and tallied 5 points and grabbed 3 rebounds. Ethan Anderson had a huge defensive night with 6 blocks to go along with 7 rebounds and 4 points. Daeone Martin attacked the rim well for 4 points to go along with 3 assists. Charlie Davis had a very solid night, scoring with a big 3 point shot and grabbing 4 rebounds.

Boardman improves to 3-0 on the young season and will look to keep improving Tuesday night at home vs Uniontown Lake.

 

*Story contributed by Pat Birch and boardmanathletics.com

FALCONS LET IT FLY, TOAST TALLMADGE AT THE BUZZER

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AUSTINTOWN, OH- In a thrilling back and forth game that saw the Falcons Kris Brown hit a game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer to defeat Tallmadge 67-64.

The game would teeter-totter back and forth throughout with the Falcons leading after one quarter 23-22 and at half 36-32. Both teams traded baskets throughout the 4th quarter with Tallmadge cutting a 6 point deficit to tie the game with 45 seconds left.

The Falcons hit the game-winner with no time on the clock as the student section celebrated along with the players. Leading the way for Fitch was Kris Brown with 28 points with many coming from beyond the arc. Todd Simons chipped in 18, Devin Sherwood tallied 7 along with Nate Leskovac and Mike Remish with 5 apiece. Brian Ferguson and Trae Wilks supplemented timely buckets with a pair of points, respectively.

Great game by both teams. The Falcons approve to 3-1 and play next Saturday, Dec 21 at home on YSN.

 

*Story contributed by Brian Beany and austintownathletics.com

 

CRESTVIEW REGISTERS BIG WIN OVER LIBERTY

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COLUMBIANA, OH – Crestview came into tonight searching for their first win of the young basketball season. They would find victory with the help of Junior, Drake Golden, who reached double figures in points for the night. Liberty made costly turnovers throughout the game that helped the Rebels increase their lead.

The first quarter was all Rebels after playing tough defense on the Leopards helped Crestview take the early lead 16-9. The Leopards would cut their deficit midway through the second quarter thanks to rebounds by Forward Micah Dukes and field goals by Guard Manuel Dubose to make the game 32-26 Rebels at halftime. Crestview would score 19 points in the third quarter thanks to fouls committed by Liberty and gave the Rebels multiple opportunities. Golden would find help from his team in the fourth quarter thanks to Guard Tony Cusick and Kirkland Miller. The Rebels would maintain their lead in the fourth quarter and ultimately seal their victory with multiple second shot attempts.

The Rebels beat the Leopards 68-60 in their first conference game of the season. Crestview(1-3) will travel to Lisbon (1-2) tomorrow, December 14th. Liberty(2-1) will face Warren JFK(1-2) on Tuesday, December 17th.

*Story contributed by YSN’s Anthony Melone

CRESTVIEW LADY REBELS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 1) WITH AARON BLATCH

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Coach Aaron Blatch and the Crestview Lady Rebels are off to a strong start in the 2019-2020 high school basketball season, currently sitting at 3-1. The Lady Rebs are coming off their first loss of the season to the Liberty Leopards, but Coach Blatch knows that an early loss in the season can be a solid teaching moment to build the chemistry and ultimately lead to success later on in the season.

The Lady Rebels will look to get back to their winning ways on Saturday, December 14th, as they will hit the road and travel up to Champion to take on the Golden Flashes. Crestview will then return home on Wednesday, December 18th, as the Lady Rebs will welcome the Brookfield Warriors to town.

YSN’s own, D.J. Yokley, had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Coach Blatch to preview the matchup against Champion but also to discuss the team this year and see what his outlook is on the 2019-2020 basketball season.

 

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LEOPARDS POUNCE ON REBELS

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COLUMBIANA OH- On Wednesday night a clash between two AAC Blue contenders took place at Crestview high school. Liberty came away with this one 64-46.

This was a matchup of two teams that like to play opposite styles. Liberty likes to play fast and score often. Crestview likes to slow down and be deliberate in the half-court.

The first quarter was back and forth, as Crestview looked to make a statement early with some quick shots. Proving they could play fast as well. Unfortunately for them, they could never get the game to slow down to their pace. Liberty gradually extended their lead as the quarters went on. One of the big keys for Liberty was their three-point shooting. The Leopards hit seven threes on the night. They were also able to force plenty of live-ball turnovers that gave them easy fast-break opportunities.

When Crestview has success it was down low. Krista Perry earned every point she had as she was fighting a great rebounding Leopard squad. The Rebels got quite a few good looks from three throughout the night, but just couldn’t get them to fall at a good enough pace.

Crestview made one last surge as the fourth quarter opened. They cut the lead under single digits to nine. But then the Leopards’ ability to score a lot of points quickly showed itself as they rattled off eight points in about a minute and a half. The Leopards speed proved to be too much for Crestview as they ran away with the win tonight 64-46.

Krista Perry has a strong 18 point performance for the Rebels. She added 7 rebounds. Tanner Hoffer grabbed a double-double with 13 points 11 rebounds

The Rebels return to action Saturday as they travel to Champion.

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE

SPARTANS DISTRIBUTE SCORING; SHOOT PAST LAKEVIEW

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BOARDMAN, OH- Boardman used a big first quarter, outscoring Lakeview 26-4, to earn their first home win of the season 76-42.

Thirteen Spartans got in the scoring column, led by Derrick Anderson with 17 points, 8 assists, and 4 rebounds. Ethan Anderson had a big night inside with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks. Andrew Clark was in double figures with 11 points, while also grabbing 3 rebounds. Tommy Fryda and Connor Miller each had 6 points. Fryda added 3 assists and Miller grabbed 3 rebounds and 2 steals. Joey Zahran added 5 points and 2 rebounds. Zach Ryan, Charlie Davis and Spencer Smith each connected on a triple for 3 points. Ryan also snagged 2 steals. Trey DePietro had an “and 1” to get 3 points on the night. Daeone Martin and Jimmy Goske each had 2 points, Martin dishing out 2 assists and snagging 2 steals as well.  Marco Stilliana rounded out the scoring with 1 point to go along with a great assist. Ty Ventresco added a couple of rebounds inside.

Boardman improves to 2-0 on the season. The Spartans play a very talented Hickory team at Poland on Saturday in the United Way Classic.

 

*Story contributed by Pat Birch and boardmanathletics.org

FITCH RALLIES TO WIN BATTLE OF THE BIRDS

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AUSTINTOWN, OH- Mooney had Austintown Fitch right where they wanted them in the first quarter with a 6-point lead.

Then the Falcons let it fly.

Fitch came back from the deficit in the second quarter that included a buzzer-beating three-pointer from Kris Brown to give the Falcons a 29-28 at the break.

The Falcons have already been labeled a second-half team early this season because of their strong performances in the first two games, and Tuesday was no different.  Fitch outscored the Cards 16-6 in the third frame with a stout defensive effort to keep Mooney off the boards.

Leading the way for Fitch (2-1) was Todd Simons 27 points, 8 rebounds alongside a strong showing from Nate Leskovac’s 13 points and 4 rebounds.  Devin Sherwood and Kris Brown added double-digits to the scoreboard with 10-point efforts, respectively.

For Mooney (1-2), Mike Pelini had an outstanding game with 21 points, and Devon Jenkins controlled the boards early and finished with 11 points.

Cardinal Mooney will return the YSN airwaves next Friday against Boardman, while Austintown Fitch will take on Tallmadge at home on Friday with tipoff around 7pm.

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE