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BULLDOGS BOUNCE BACK; TAKE DOWN RANGE

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POLAND, OH- After a tough loss last week, the Poland Bulldogs face the South Range Raiders in conference play. Poland would get back in the win column after a strong defensive performance. Josh Blasko led the Dogs with 14 points. Poland wins 51-38.

The Bulldogs took the lead 9-4 lead in the first quarter. Blakso had 4 points in the first while South Range was only able to get 4 points in the quarter thanks to tough defense by the Bulldogs. Poland kept the lead going into halftime with 19-9 lead. Michael Cougras had 6 points going into the half while Nate Brown of South Range had 3 points.

Blasko and Cougras lead the way for the Bulldogs in the second half on offense and defense. Blasko finished the night with 14 points while Brooks of South Range had 9. Poland beat the Raiders 51-38. Poland will face Girard this Friday live on YSNLIVE.COM/TEAM/POLAND. South Range will face Hubbard this Friday on YSNLIVE.COM/TEAM/SOUTH-RANGE.

*Story contributed by YSN’s Anthony Melone

A CASE OF THE MUNDY’S

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Being a team captain means you have been selected by your teammates as a person they want to represent the program. That person is someone who shows up to practice with the attitude of wanting to get better each and every day, always looks to build up his teammates, and always wants to show everyone that he has their back. When you ask around the Lisbon community for who that player might be on the Blue Devils boys basketball team, the resounding answer by everyone is senior, Nic Mundy. Not only is Nic the soft-spoken captain of the team, he is one person you could always look to for consistency. Nic does not miss a practice and when he puts on that Lisbon jersey, he knows it is time to go to work. His work ethic is seen by the rest of the team and because of that, they want to work just as hard. Nic leads by example and does so in everything he sets out to accomplish. Nic can be best described as the one teammate everyone loves because he is always there to support you, back you up when you need it, and will always be there to pick you up when you’re down.

So far throughout the 2019-2020 basketball season, Nic is averaging about 3 points per game and 3 rebounds per game, but outside of what the stats can tell you, Nic is the “big man in the middle” as he is always guarding the opposition’s post player. Although he only averages three rebounds per game, Nic is usually tasked with keeping the other team’s post player from getting the rebound by boxing him out and allowing one of the other Lisbon players to get the rebound.

D.J. Yokley sat down to chat with the Blue Devils’ senior forward to discuss what Nic is as they talked about his goals for this season, how his personal success all gets tied together whether it’s on the football field, the hardwood, or the baseball diamond, what his plans for after high school are, and much much more. Learn all about him in this player profile with Lisbon Blue Devils team captain, Nic Mundy!

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BEAVERS TAME TIGERS AT HOME

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- The Beavers picked up a nice home victory over the Wellsville Tigers by the final score of 59-54 in a back and forth affair.

Beaver Local jumped out to an early 10 point lead, but a late bucket by Darrion Suggs and a three pointer from Luke Green cut the deficit to 5 to end the first. Wellsville found a groove after that, taking the lead for the majority of the second quarter, as Justin Wright and Troy Carter found a couple buckets each in the post to find a 26-23 lead at the half. 

The Beavers came out of the locker room swinging and took the lead right back and stretched it to 8 entering the 4th. Wellsville went on a couple of runs and pulled to within one possession multiple times in the final quarter, but couldn’t finish the job as the Beavers took home the dub. They improve to 9-6 on the campaign.

Luke Chetock and Nathan Barber each had 16 points to lead Beaver Local. Logan Reed would chip in 9 points.

Darien Suggs led the Tigers with 18 points while Luke Green finished with 14.

Beaver Local will look to get revenge on Linsly this upcoming Tuesday as YSN Beaver Local will have coverage of the 7:00 tip.

 

*Story contributed by YSN’s Michael McKenzie

BLUE DEVILS RUN OUT OF GAS; FALL TO SOUTHERN

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LISBON, OH – Last time these two teams met, the Southern Indians emerged victorious with a 64-50 win down in Salineville. The Blue Devils came into this game with plenty of things to be fighting for, such as, a revenge game against Southern, a tie for at least second place in the EOAC standings, and also improving their own record for seeding purposes when the records are submitted for voting for the statewide playoffs at the end of the season. Unfortunately for the Lisbon Blue Devils, they ran out of gas just a little too early in the fourth quarter as Southern held on to leave Lisbon victorious, 52-44, on Friday night.

Southern was led by Cameren Grodhaus who finished with 22 points and Jayce Sloan with 9 points.

The Lisbon Blue Devils were led by Ryan McCullough with 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, as well as, Blayne Brownfield with 6 points and 9 rebounds. Michael Davis also chipped in 8 points.

Up next for Lisbon (6-9) is another tough EOAC test, as the Blue Devils will travel down to Wellsville to take on the Tigers on Tuesday, January 28th.

RISE OF THE ROHMAN EMPIRE

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When you look at the Lisbon boys basketball program in recent years, one of the things you might see is that they have produced a lot of players that truly know how to shoot the ball and shoot it well. Gaige Rohm is another one of those shooters that can be seen on the floor this season as he returned back home to Lisbon from Virginia for his senior year of high school. Gaige has worked hard to perfect his shooting touch as he gets likes to get up as many shots as he can during the week in practice so on game day, he feels comfortable hitting some shots from deep. Although Gaige was away from the team throughout high school, the current senior class welcomed him back with open arms as he played with them throughout junior high. With that being said, most kids might miss a beat or be a little set back trying to fit in, for Gaige, he stepped right in and meshed great, and that can be seen on the floor as his chemistry with the others allows him to currently be shooting exactly 50% from the field on the season.

YSN’s own, D.J. Yokley was able to sit down with Gaige to talk about what it means to be back in a Lisbon Blue Devils uniform for his senior year, but also what the main differences are between playing down in Virginia compared to northeast Ohio, what his post-graduation plans are, and much more. Learn all about Gaige in this player profile with the Lisbon Blue Devils sharpshooter, Gaige Rohm!

 

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REALFRISTIK EXPECTATIONS

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EAST PALESTINE, OH- The hardest work is done when the spotlight isn’t on you.  That’s the mantra of East Palestine Junior Guard, Joclyn Fristik.  The humble sharpshooter will be quick to compliment or give quick praise to her teammates before ever calling her own number, but it’s the hustle that she’s provided that has sparked a resurgence of hoops in EP.

Fristik was featured in a retweet in 2019’s offseason by the Miami Heat that absolutely crushed it from a numbers perspective.  The video was of Fristik alone in the gym hitting 18 straight 3-point shots, and putting the work in.  While that wasn’t the reason she filmed the workout, it surely was a surprise to her to garner so much attention.  But should it be?  Coaches around the area have 15 circled on their clipboards knowing if they contain Fristik, it forces the hand of those around her.

We caught up with Joclyn prior to EP’s second time through their gauntlet schedule to talk about the past, present, and future- but to also acquire REALFRISTIK EXPECTATIONS.

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EAST PALESTINE GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 3) WITH WILL FRANKLIN

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EAST PALESTINE, OH- Coming off the most successful year in recent history, and Coach Franklin’s most successful as the Head Coach, the Lady Bulldogs are looking to build on a 17-win season just a year ago.  It won’t be an easy road, but it’s certainly attainable.

The Lady Dogs are flying high after a big victory over Springfield in overtime this week.  Now, as the calendar turns over to 2020, the Lady Dogs turn their attention back to the EOAC, and have their hands full with trying to rebound from a tough stretch of games.

We caught up with Coach “Frank” to discuss the opportunities ahead as well as what he’s looking to build upon this season.

All that and more on this week’s episode of East Palestine Coach’s Corner with Will Franklin.

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CRESTVIEW BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH RICK GATES

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COLUMBIANA, OH- One of the most recognizable names in Crestview Coaching History has made his return to “The ‘View” after a few years away from the high school bench.

Rick Gates once again dons the Black and Gold, and has the Boys Basketball team believing in themselves once again.  The Rebels look to return to the glory of big crowds, high octane offense, and championship pedigree defense.

We had a chance to sit down with Coach Gates to discuss the season to this point, his staff, and his passion for basketball.

All that and more on this episode of Crestview Basketball Coach’s Corner with Rick Gates!

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EDITORIAL NOTE: We apologize for the technical difficulties during portions of the video- we’re working to correct the problem in future episodes.

PERRY POWERS MOONEY PAST URSULINE

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH- The Youngstown Ursuline Lady Irish hosted their arch-rival, the Youngstown Cardinal Mooney Cardinals, on Wednesday night at the Cafaro Gymnasium. This would be the second meeting between the two rivals in the 2019-20 season. In the first contest, Cardinal Mooney protected home court, clinching a 43-31 victory over the Lady Irish. The change of scenery was no problem for Cardinal Mooney.

The Holy War was a lopsided one, as Cardinal Mooney would roll past the Lady Irish 66-36. The defense of Cardinal Mooney was lock-tight, and the lack of size cost the Lady Irish precious rebounds. 

The spotlight shone brightly on Cardinal Mooney senior, Caitlin Perry. Her 23 points were just two shy of her career-high, and her overall presence on the court was felt right from the opening tip. The Lady Irish struggled to guard the senior, as Perry found success in the paint and from long range. On defense, Perry read the Lady Irish schemes effortlessly, making quick steals and avoiding screens before they are set. 

Perry dominated on both sides of the floor, and she did so with her teammates scoring in double-figures as well. Katie Hough, Maria Fire, and Alaina Scavina each scored in double-digits for Cardinal Mooney. The lone scorer for the Lady Irish to reach double-digits was Paris Gilmore. 

The Lady Irish fall to 5-11 overall, and will now face Kennedy Catholic on the Lyden Family Court. Cardinal Mooney will prepare for their next matchup, another road test, against the Southeast Pirates.

 

*Story contributed by YSN’s Dom Joseph

BOARDMAN SHOWS CONSISTENCY IN VICTORY OVER HARDING

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BOARDMAN, OH- Boardman hosted a talented Warren Harding team Tuesday and won a very important conference game, 61-42. Warren jumped out early in the 1st quarter but the Spartans hung tough closing the quarter tied 13-13. A very strong 2nd quarter, 18-5 Boardman, allowed the Spartans to separate going into the locker room at halftime. The lead expanded in the 3rd quarter and Boardman held on for the win in the 4th.

Derrick Anderson carried the load for Boardman offensively, scoring a game-high 25 points, to go with 5 assists, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals. Tommy Fryda and Daeone Martin both had very solid games with 8 points. Fryda grabbed 4 rebounds and 6 steals. Martin grabbed 4 boards as well and gave out 3 assists. Ethan Anderson battled foul trouble but was still a strong presence inside, scoring 7 points and grabbing 5 rebounds to go with 3 blocked shots. Charlie Davis nailed back to back timely 3 point shots for 6 points. Trey DePietro made his presence felt with 4 points and 5 rebounds to go along with 3 blocks. Connor Miller buried a 3 ball and grabbed 3 rebounds. Zach Ryan played strong on both ends, pestering Warren’s guards. And Andrew Clark once again made a good contribution to the win.

The win was an important bounce back for the Spartans and improves their record to 11-1 (4-0) on the season. Boardman will be back in action this weekend vs Youngstown East on Friday and Farrell (Pa) on Saturday afternoon, both games at home.

 

*Story contributed by Pat Birch and boardmanathletics.org

 

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