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WILDCATS DOMINATE FINAL FRAME

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STRUTHERS OH- Struthers exhibited their strength, powering past Western Reserve on Tuesday night with a convincing 60-40 victory. The Wildcats asserted control in the fourth quarter, outscoring their opponents 16-4 and solidifying the win in what had been a closely contested game through the first three quarters.

Leading the scoring charge for Struthers was Lucas Patti, contributing 17 points, followed by Crady Moore with 10 points. Jason Dukes and Andrew Kopnicky each added 8 points to the Wildcats’ winning effort.

Western Reserve saw notable performances from Dom Ricciardi, who tallied 13 points, and Josh Klasic, who contributed 9 points in the matchup.

BLUE DEVILS CAGE THE BULLDOGS

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LISBON, OH – The Lisbon Blue Devils dominated the basketball court tonight, securing a resounding victory over EOAC foe, the East Palestine Bulldogs with a final score of 75-42. From the opening tip-off, Lisbon set the tone for the game, showcasing their offensive talent and defensive tenacity. The first quarter saw Lisbon racing to a 14-4 lead. The Blue Devils’ coordinated efforts on both ends of the court left the Bulldogs struggling to find a rhythm.

At halftime, Lisbon maintained control with a 30-18 lead. The first-half performance underscored the team’s depth, as multiple players contributed to the scoring effort. The Bulldogs, led by Will Dixon and Kyler Bourne, faced a daunting task in overcoming Lisbon’s strong defensive presence.

The third quarter proved to be a pivotal period, with Lisbon extending their lead to 50-27. Trevor Siefke continued his scoring barrage, finishing the game with an impressive 25 points as the Blue Devils continued showcasing the well-rounded offensive capabilities.

Despite facing a formidable opponent, East Palestine’s Will Dixon fought valiantly, finishing the game with 13 points. Kyler Bourne added 9 points to the Bulldogs’ effort, but Lisbon’s relentless pace and efficient scoring made it challenging for East Palestine to mount a comeback.

As the final buzzer sounded, Lisbon celebrated a convincing 75-42 victory. Adding on to Siefke’s 25 points were Hunter Dailey with 17 and Austin Dailey with 13.

Up next for Lisbon will be a home matchup with their EOAC rivals, the Columbiana Clippers on Friday night. East Palestine will return home on Friday night to take on the Valley Christian Eagles.

MUSTANGS STAMPEDE PAST BLUE DEVILS

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Wickliffe, OH- In a thrilling match-up, the Grand Valley Mustangs showcased their prowess on the court as they secured a hard-fought victory against the Wickliffe Blue Devils. The final scoreline of 42-35 reflects the intense competition and strategic gameplay that unfolded throughout the four quarters.

Game Highlights

The game’s opening quarter set the tone for a closely contested battle, with the Grand Valley Mustangs trailing the Wickliffe Blue Devils 9-11. However, the Mustangs demonstrated resilience and strategic skill in the subsequent quarters, outscoring their opponents and clinching the lead. The final quarter saw a remarkable display of teamwork and determination, as the Grand Valley Mustangs secured their victory with a total of 42 points to the Wickliffe Blue Devils’ 35.

Top Performers

Leading the charge for the Grand Valley Mustangs was Kaelyn Hart, contributing an impressive 13 points to the team’s total. Other notable scorers included Reagan Boiarski with 9 points, Dixie Miller with 7 points, and Cloe Turk with 5 points. The combined efforts of the team showcased the depth of talent and skill within the Grand Valley roster.

On the opposing side, the Wickliffe Blue Devils had standout performances from Ava Gabriel, who secured an impressive 22 points, and Eliza Wills, who contributed 6 points. Despite their strong individual efforts, the Blue Devils fell short against the determined play of the Grand Valley Mustangs.

Looking Ahead

With a current overall record of 3-1, the Grand Valley Mustangs are set to face the Crestwood Red Devils (1-2) in an upcoming away game on December 8, 2023. This promises to be another exciting matchup, providing the Mustangs with an opportunity to further solidify their standing in the league.

Meanwhile, the Wickliffe Blue Devils (3-1) will return to their home court for a game against the Cardinal Huskies (0-2). As they aim to return to their winning ways, the Blue Devils will be looking to build on their strengths and continue to improve.

RESERVE RUNS AWAY IN THE FOURTH

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By Ty Bartell

BERLIN CENTER OH- A new week has begun, not only on the countdown to Christmas, but also another full
week of high school basketball tipped-off the week on Monday night. Multiple games, both conference and non-conference matchups, were featured on the network with a total of 10 games aired live!
One of those matchups took place in Berlin Center, Ohio known as the home to The Western-Reserve Blue Devils. Members of The Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference’s (MVAC) Scarlet Division,

The Blue Devils scheduled themselves a trio of tough early-season matchups to prepare for the conference. Still searching for their first win, Reserve hosted The Struthers Wildcats of The Northeast 8 (NE8) who were also searching for their first taste of victory in the new season. With plenty to play for and a lot to be excited about, both these teams have worked hard and someone was getting their first win to show for it!
The Blue Devils grabbed the early momentum, playing good defense while it seemed there was a lid on the bucket for The Cats, allowing Western-Reserve to grab the early advantage 14-7 after a quarter. Struthers would hang around a deal some blows of their own following some great effort defensive plays that created turnovers in the second. The Blue Devils managed to hold off a hot Struthers team in the second to hold a Monsters Inc. lead of 23-19!
A defensive-focused third quarter saw both teams held under double-digits in the frame, with Reserve still leading 31-26 after three as Struthers began to surge. Only able to hold the surging Wildcats off for so long as Katelyn Kimble came back into the game from an injury and nailed down a big three to take a lead for Struthers in the second half. However, Western-Resrve took that punch and got red hot in the fourth! Shooting the lights out from distance! The Blue Devils managed to outscore Struthers 25-16 in the fourth, courtesy of both Quincy Miller and Kylee Ramsey, propelling Western-Reserve past Struthers by a final score of 56-42.

Player of the Game went to Kylee Ramsey for knocking down three shots from distance in the fourth and piling up 10 of her 16 points in the final quarter. Her partner in crime Quincy Miller also had herself a great game, scoring 15 points and having 10 of her own fourth quarter points. Meaning both Ramsey and Miller made up 20 of their teams 25 fourth quarter points! Alyvia Hughes and Izzy Mauro followed behind them with 8 points each and Lisa Eichert finished with 7 points. For Struthers, The Cats had multiple players score 5 points in the game, leading the way was Natalie Adams who had 7 points on the night.

Western-Reserve (1-2) will now rest for a week before hitting the road to battle MVAC Scarlet champs from a year ago, The Springfield Tigers (2-1) on Monday, December 11th with a 7 p.m. tip-off. Stuthers (0-3) will look to get on track when they host STeel Valley Conference’s (SVC) Youngstown East (1-1) also on Monday, December 11th.

Keep updated with MVAC, NE8 and SVC basketball all season long with live games, scores, stats, stories and more featured on YSN!

LADY BULLDOGS CLAW OUT A CLOSE WIN

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LISBON, OH – In a closely contested EOAC matchup, the East Palestine Lady Bulldogs secured a narrow victory over the Lisbon Lady Blue Devils with a final score of 39-36. The game unfolded with intensity, featuring standout performances from both teams.

As the game unfolded, it became clear that every basket and defensive play would be crucial. The first three quarters saw both teams exchanging leads, showcasing the competitive balance between the Lady Bulldogs and the Lady Blue Devils. The intensity of the matchup kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the fourth quarter, it was Gabby Andre who rose to the occasion for East Palestine, displaying skill and composure, Andre made key plays on both ends of the court. Her contributions, whether in scoring, rebounding, or defensive stops, proved pivotal in East Palestine’s victory. Andre finished with a career high 19 points

Despite Lisbon’s resilient efforts led by Jayden Smyth with 10 points and Lylah Brown with 9 points, East Palestine managed to secure a slim 39-36 win as the final buzzer sounded. Up next for Lisbon will be another home match up with the Columbiana Clippers on Thursday night. East Palestine returns to action on Wednesday at Toronto.

ROCKETS SNEAK OUT OF LISBON WITH A WIN

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LISBON OH- In a closely contested matchup on Saturday afternoon, Lowellville ventured into Lisbon and emerged with a nail-biting 37-35 victory over the Blue Devils. The Rockets managed to secure the win despite Lisbon making strong comebacks in both the third and fourth quarters.

Lowellville’s scoring efforts were led by Serinna Tych and Gianna Palumbo, each contributing 11 points, while Isabella Wilrich added 8 points to the team’s total.

Lisbon’s offensive push was spearheaded by Morgan Lively, who notched an impressive 16 points, and Lylah Brown, who contributed 10 points.

The game’s intensity and the tight scoreline showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Lowellville ultimately holding on to clinch the hard-fought victory on the road.

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BLUE DEVILS TAME THE LIONS; WIN TIPOFF CLASSIC

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LISBON, OH – In a high-scoring basketball showdown, the Lisbon Blue Devils triumphed over the Heartland Christian Lions with a final score of 74-61. The game was a rollercoaster of intensity, showcasing impressive performances from both teams. The first quarter saw Heartland Christian taking an early lead, with a score of 18-15. Jake Walker and Will Morgan led the Lions’ offensive charge, setting a competitive tone. However, Lisbon quickly regrouped and shifted the momentum in the second quarter.

By halftime, Lisbon had turned the tide and surged ahead with a 40-36 lead. The dynamic duo of Hunter Dailey and Trevor Siefke powered Lisbon’s offensive resurgence. The Blue Devils showcased their versatility, combining sharp outside shooting with strong drives to the basket.

The third quarter further solidified Lisbon’s control of the game, as they extended their lead to 55-46. Heartland Christian continued to fight, with Jake Walker’s remarkable 37-point performance leading their offensive efforts. Will Morgan contributed 10 points, but Lisbon’s well-rounded team play proved difficult to overcome.

In the final stretch, Lisbon maintained their composure and executed strategically to secure the 74-61 victory. The combined efforts of Dailey and Siefke, along with a cohesive team performance, propelled the Blue Devils to success. Hunter Dailey finished the night with 23 points and Trevor Siefke added 19 points.

Up next for the Blue Devils will be a home match up with EOAC foe, East Palestine, on Tuesday night. Heartland Christian will take on the Jackson-Milton Bluejays on Tuesday as well.

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SALEM REBOUNDS TO BEAT RESERVE

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LISBON, OH-In a consolation matchup at the Lisbon Tip-Off Tournament, the Salem Quakers showcased their resilience on the basketball court, securing a convincing 49-31 victory over the Western Reserve Blue Devils.

Western Reserve would start off strong with an eight point lead heading into the second quarter.  The real story unfolded in the third frame when Salem blanked Reserve 18-0, and held on the seal the game in the fourth quarter.

Trent Fink proved to be a dominant force for Salem, leading all scorers with an impressive 16 points. Derek Oesch contributed 3 points, while three Quakers, namely Deontay Steele, Lance Bailey, and Evan Jones, each notched 6 points. Cam Sampson and Ben Severe added to the balanced scoring effort with 5 points each.

On the Western Reserve side, Connor Cochran led the Blue Devils with 9 points, displaying skill and determination on the court. Dominic Ricciardi contributed 8 points, while Josh Klasic added 4 points to the team’s total. Two Devils, Luke Henning and Andrew Hendricks, each scored three points.

The Quakers’ defensive tenacity and well-rounded offensive contributions paved the way for their success in the tournament. Salem’s ability to distribute scoring and limit the Blue Devils’ offensive opportunities was key to their commanding 18-point victory.

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LISBON WINS THE BATTLE OF THE BLUE DEVILS

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LISBON, OH – The second game of the Lisbon Tip Off Classic featured a battle of Blue Devils as Western Reserve came to town to take on Lisbon. From the opening tip-off, Lisbon asserted their dominance, racing to a 15-3 lead by the end of the first quarter. Trevor Siefke and Hunter Dailey, the dynamic duo from Lisbon, set the tone with their scoring, leaving Western Reserve struggling to find an answer.

At halftime, Lisbon continued to control the game with a 25-17 lead. Lisbon’s execution and solid defense kept them ahead, showcasing a balanced attack and a defensive pressure that limited Western Reserve’s scoring opportunities. As the third quarter came and went, Lisbon proved to be consistent as they extended their lead to 38-23.

As the final buzzer sounded, Lisbon walked away with a 48-30 victory. Siefke, with an impressive 20 points, led the charge, while Dailey contributed 13 points to maintain Lisbon’s offensive momentum. On the opposing side, Western Reserve fought valiantly as Connor Cochran led their scoring efforts with 12 points, and Josh Klasic added 6 points.

UNITED SHOWS OFF IN EOAC OPENER

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HANOVERTON OH- In a dominant display, United secured their first Eastern Ohio Athletic Conference (EOAC) matchup victory with a convincing 57-19 win over Lisbon.

Leading the scoring charge for United was Grace Knight with an impressive 18 points. Addy Blazer contributed 11 points, showcasing an exceptional all-around performance with 8 assists, 5 rebounds, and a remarkable 14 steals—a program record for steals in a game. Katie Dees added 10 points to the team’s total.

On the Lisbon side, Morgan Lively led the scoring efforts with 9 points, followed by Lylah Brown with 5 points.

United’s comprehensive win sets a positive tone for their EOAC campaign, and they will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming matchup against Valley Christian on Monday. Lisbon, on the other hand, will return home for their next game on Saturday against Lowellville, aiming to regroup and bounce back.