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BOMBERS OVER JAYS IN BATTLE OF UNBEATENS

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By Ty Bartell

 

WINDHAM, OH — In a clash of unbeaten teams, the Windham Bombers outlasted the Jackson-Milton Blue Jays 26-14 in a rain-soaked contest dominated by both teams’ rushing attacks.

Windham (3-0) struck first with a 39-yard touchdown run by Jack Eye on a reverse play. Jackson-Milton (2-1) responded with a drive to the 1-yard line, but a lightning delay halted the action for nearly 40 minutes.

When play resumed, the Blue Jays capitalized on a mishandled snap, as Vincent Fay recovered the fumble in the end zone to give his team an 8-6 lead after Windham missed its extra point.
The Bombers quickly bounced back after the delay. Eye set up Windham in the red zone with a gutsy run on a fake punt. Windham’s persistence paid off as Dejuan Ramsey punched in a touchdown on fourth down, giving the Bombers a 12-8 advantage before halftime.

In the second half, Windham’s defense stood tall, stopping Jackson-Milton at the goal line and forcing a turnover on downs. Carlos Bruton extended the Bombers’ lead with a 21-yard rushing touchdown, putting Windham ahead 18-8.

Jackson-Milton fought back, as Fay broke free for a 45-yard touchdown run to narrow the gap to 18-14, but Windham’s defense held firm on the Blue Jays’ final drive. Eye sealed the victory with a 1-yard touchdown plunge, capping off the scoring at 26-14.

With the win, Windham remains undefeated and will host Tuscarawas Central Catholic next week. Jackson-Milton looks to rebound as it hosts Mineral Ridge in a matchup filled with revenge from last season.

WINDHAM WRECKS BULLDOGS

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WINDHAM, OH- Friday night lights in Windham showcased Jack Eye and his Bombers putting on a show, steamrolling past East Palestine with a commanding 45-12 victory. It seems like Windham is on a mission this season, having kicked it off with a blowout 49-6 win against Lisbon last week.

Jack Eye was everywhere on the field, starting the night with a blazing 50-yard touchdown run. But he wasn’t done there; Eye kept the highlight reel rolling by scoring off a fumble recovery and snagging a TD reception, tallying three touchdowns on the night.

The game was briefly competitive with Windham holding a slim 13-12 lead in the first quarter, but it was all Bombers from there. They shut down the Bulldogs for the remainder of the game and had piled on a 33-12 lead by halftime, cruising through the second half without giving up a single point.

East Palestine, now sitting at 1-1, is looking to regroup and rebound as they host Bridgeport next Friday. Meanwhile, Windham is shaping up to be a serious contender in 2024, making waves with their explosive start to the season. If they keep up this pace, they’re going to be a tough team for anyone on their schedules to handle.

 

BOMBERS LIGHT UP OPENING NIGHT IN LISBON

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LISBON, OH- Windham defeated Lisbon in a dazzling showcase of gridiron mastery, thrashing the Blue Devils 49-6 under the Friday night lights at their home field. This clash wasn’t just a game; it was Windham making a statement from the starting whistle.

Jack Eye was the man of the hour, igniting the fury with a phenomenal 75-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. Before the fans had even settled in, he was back at it with a 36-yard punt return, darting into the end zone to push the score to 12-0. Talk about a one-man show!

There was no stippling Eye, who tore through Lisbon’s line like it was nothing. Eye powered in from 3 yards out and later sprinted for a 42-yard touchdown, racking up points and sending Lisbon’s defense scrambling. The connection between Bruton and Eye, Windham’s mysterious QB, was electric. They teamed up for three touchdown passes in just one quarter, steamrolling to a 14-0 lead by the end of the first frame.

Lisbon did snag a brief moment of glory with Grant Minor pushing across the goal line for a 5-yard touchdown in the second quarter, it brought Lisbon within 8 at the time making it 14-6, but that’s all they’d get.

Bruton was wasn’t done dazzling the crowd, though. He took another punt back 66 yards for a score in the fourth quarter, showcasing his lightning speed and elusive moves. With Dejuan Ramsey grabbing a 27-yard touchdown pass, Windham put a bow on a dominant 49-6 victory.

Windham’s performance was nothing short of a clinic in football excellence, a combination of strategic smarts and raw talent. They’ve set a high bar for the season, and teams on their schedule will have to take note. As for Lisbon, it’s back to the drawing board as they look to shake off this defeat and regroup for their next game. With Windham setting the pace, the season is looking to be an electrifying one.

Windham will wind up to take a swing at another EOAC team in East Palestine while Lisbon will travel to Fairport Harding.

MUSTANGS GIVE THEIR HOME CROWD A SHOW

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ORWELL OH- Grand Valley put on a show in their home opener Monday night, rallying from a 2-1 deficit to edge out a 3-2 win in a five-set thriller! (25-15, 22-25, 20-25, 25-21, 15-10)

The Mustangs racked up 18 aces as a team, with Rylee Rogers leading the charge with 13 kills and 3 aces. Reagan Williams added 7 kills and 2 aces, while Lexi Hilston and Bre Rowland chipped in 4 and 3 aces, respectively.

On defense, Kayla Stoer and Nadia Patterson were everywhere, diving for digs and keeping the ball alive. Stoer also contributed 1 kill and 2 aces.

For Windham, Sara Giugni was a force at the net with 29 kills and 2 aces. Mackenzi Blockinger added 2 kills, 2 blocks, and 2 aces, while Skylar Bailey served up 3 aces.

Next up, Grand Valley stays home to take on Conneaut on Tuesday, while Windham will look to bounce back in their home opener against Fairport Harding.

WINDHAM FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JAKE EYE

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By Ty Bartell

 

WINDHAM, Ohio – Bomber Football is back! Coach Jake Eye is hopeful, returning 15 lettermen to lead the team this year. However, with a roster of 27 players, avoiding injuries is crucial.

Senior Dylan McCune will start as quarterback, leading an offense that will also rely heavily on its rushing attack, featuring players like Jack Eye, Carlos Bruton, Austin Collins, and Jaquon Smith. The offensive line, which struggled with injuries last season, will see the return of veterans Kaishawn Scales, Brandon Petrich, and Omar Duran. Coach Eye is particularly excited about junior Azeon Davis and several promising freshmen.

At tight end, Matt Kolaczek, Alex Eye, and Brandon Petrich will be key players, while the receiving corps includes Cam Hardwick, Nick Hopper, Zack Porter, and Bryan Smithberger. Eye expects Jack Eye and Carlos Bruton to be standouts, with Jack’s size and power and Carlos’s athleticism making them dangerous offensive threats.

Defensively, the Bombers need to improve after allowing six opponents to score 36 points or more last season. Eye emphasizes a “controlled chaos” style of play, aiming to be aggressive and tough. Middle linebacker Jack Eye will anchor the defense, supported by Petrich, Smith, Kolaczek, and Cody at linebacker. The defensive line will be bolstered by Scales, Duran, Davis, and others.

In the secondary, Bruton and McCune will handle safety duties, with Dejuan Ramsey as the team’s top cornerback. Windham opens its season on August 23, traveling to Lisbon, with hopes of returning to playoff contention.

All that and more in this exclusive Coaches Corner with the Head Coach of The Hangar, Jake Eye, only on YSN!

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BOMBERS HUSHED BY LOUDONVILLE

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WINDHAM, OH- The Bombers couldn’t match the pace as the Loudonville Redbirds soared to a 12-2 victory on Thursday.

Right off the bat, Loudonville took command in the first inning, thanks to Judah Layton’s two-RBI single, a single from Baylor Weiser that brought another runner home, and a wild pitch that notched yet another run. The Redbirds kept the pressure high, tacking on five more in the second without a hit—capitalizing on walks, a hit by pitch, and an error.

The scoring continued in the third with Layton and Weiser again delivering RBI singles, padding their lead to 12-2. Matt Sprang was stellar on the mound for the Redbirds, tossing five innings of two-hit ball, allowing no earned runs while striking out nine. Gavin Kiser, pitching in relief for the Bombers, struggled to contain the Redbirds’ lineup, surrendering two runs over his two innings of work.

At the plate, Weiser was the standout performer for Loudonville, knocking in three runs on a perfect 2-for-2 day. Layton and Sprang each added two hits to support their team’s robust offense. Caden Donaldson drew a couple of walks, helping his team maintain its offensive momentum.

For the Bombers, Jack Eye and Anthony Paolella tried to ignite a spark, each snagging a hit. Eye also drove in a run. Despite their efforts, the Bombers couldn’t rally back.

Loudonville’s aggressive base running paid off with four steals, and their defense turned a critical double play, mirroring their all-around solid game. With this win under their belts, the Redbirds continue to show they’re a force on the field.

BLUE DEVILS ONE STEP CLOSER TO A TROPHY

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BERLIN CENTER OH- Katie Byers was the hero for Western Reserve as she powered her team to a commanding 13-4 win over Windham on Wednesday. Byers was on fire, driving in five runs with three hits, including a bases-clearing single in the second and a two-run homer in the fifth.

On the mound, Byers was just as dominant, striking out 10 while allowing four runs across seven innings. Her control wavered a bit with seven walks, but she kept the hits down to just five.

The action started early for Western Reserve, scoring right off the bat in the first inning thanks to walks drawn by Lindsay Jones and a timely single from Sophia Reigle. The team really turned up the heat in the second inning with Byers’ three-run single, and they didn’t look back from there.

Chloeigh Endsley doubled to add another run in the third, making it 6-2. The fifth inning saw Western Reserve seal the deal with seven runs, highlighted by Reigle’s two-run homer and Byers’ second blast of the day.

Windham’s Ka’neese Cunningham, despite a tough day in the circle surrendering 13 runs, managed to contribute with a bat, driving in two runs.

Western Reserve showcased a balanced attack at the plate with 14 hits total. Aubrey Kutsko, Maylin Hartzell, Reigle, Allison Jones, and Caylee Selley all had multiple hits, helping their team maintain pressure throughout the game.

Defensively, both teams were on point with no errors. For Windham, Sydnie Sweet was busy in the field with the most chances.

Next up, Western Reserve is set to face Canton Central Catholic in the district semifinals at Badger High School, Monday at 5:30 PM.

RELENTLESS BOMBERS OFFENSE WINS THE DAY

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By Noah Ricks


NILES, OH – In a NAC showdown out at Eastwood Field, the Windham Bombers cooked things up against Badger. Their superb base running would be more than enough to take home a 14-6 victory.

 

The Bombers started the scoring right from the first pitch as lead off batter Dylan McCune placed a nice line-drive into the outfield for an inside-the-park home run. In just 3 at-bats in the night, McCune picked up 4 runs off of 3 hits, as well as 2 RBIs. Windham alao got another inside-the-park home run from Jack Eye in the top of the first. Eye would finish with 1 run off of 3 hits and 2 RBIs.

 

Despite falling behind big to start, Badger would keep themselves in the game thanks to 5 runs combined in the 2nd and 3rd innings. Overall, the Braves would compile 10 hits and 6 RBIs, as they were led by senior hitter Jacob Toto, who had 1 run off of 3 hits and 1 RBI.

 

Despite the Badger push, the Bombers would hold up strong on defense to close it out. Starting pitcher Brian King went all 7 innings and cash in 10 strikeouts to seal the deal in the end.

 

Windham (4-9) will now face Mathews on the road today while Badger (0-10) will travel out to Lordstown for Game 2 of the season series. The Bombers of Windham learned to adjust and make the right corrections needed to end up victorious in the end.

BRAVES BREAK OUT A WALK OFF WIN

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KINSMAN OH- Badger pulled off an exhilarating walk-off victory over Windham, edging out a thrilling 11-10 win. The Braves showed resilience, rallying with 6 combined runs in the final two innings to secure the victory.

Badger’s offense was led by Isabella Bailey, who went 2 for 4 at the plate with 1 RBI and scoring 3 runs. Elizabeth Price added 2 hits, driving in a run and scoring once, while Samantha Bradbury contributed with a hit, an RBI, a walk, and a run scored.

Windham put up a strong fight, with Angelina Jones, Quinn Justham, and Lexi Goodwin each collecting 2 hits. Jones and Justham drove in 2 RBI each, with Jones scoring twice, and Justham and Goodwin each adding a run scored.

The game was a back-and-forth battle, but Badger’s late offensive surge sealed the deal, securing the thrilling victory.

HERALDS BATS EXPLOSIVE IN WIN OVER BOMBERS

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Ashtabula, OH- In an impressive display on the diamond, the St. John Heralds secured a commanding 12-4 victory over the Windham Bombers on Sunday. The Heralds showcased their prowess both at the plate and on the mound, earning a decisive win on their home turf.

The Windham Bombers struck first in the opening inning, with Sydney Sweet’s single driving in an early run. However, the Heralds quickly responded, leveling the score at 1-1 in the bottom of the inning courtesy of a run scored on a wild pitch.

Building on their momentum, the Heralds surged ahead in the second inning, capitalizing on walks drawn by Chay Oliveras and Rylee Frasure to take a 3-1 lead.

Caitlyn Carney’s clutch double in the third inning further extended the Heralds’ lead to 5-2, providing a significant boost to their offensive effort.

The sixth inning proved to be a turning point for the Heralds, as they exploded for six runs despite recording just one hit. Errors by the Windham defense, combined with disciplined plate discipline and aggressive baserunning by the Heralds, allowed them to capitalize on scoring opportunities and pull away with a commanding lead. Gianna Torres drew a walk during this inning scoring one run followed by a hit from Alyssa Cevera scoring another and errors leading to the next 4 runs.

Pitcher Isabelle Holler anchored the Heralds’ defense, delivering a stellar performance on the mound. Holler surrendered just one earned run over six innings while striking out nine batters and showcasing excellent control.

Contributions came from throughout the Heralds’ lineup, with Carney leading the offensive charge with two runs batted in. Despite being the number nine hitter, Carney’s impactful performance played a crucial role in the team’s success.

Additional hits from Holler, Frasure, Carney, Alyssa Cevera, Isabelle Stern, Emma Hutchins, and Oliveras highlighted the depth of the Heralds’ batting lineup.

With disciplined plate discipline leading to nine walks drawn by the Heralds, their offensive strategy proved effective in generating scoring opportunities and keeping pressure on the Windham pitching staff.

Defensively, the Heralds executed flawlessly, stealing a remarkable 10 bases throughout the game and showcasing their aggressive baserunning skills.

While the Windham Bombers showed resilience, collecting hits from Skylar Bailey, Sweet, Alexandria Hudak, and Lexi Goodwin, they were unable to overcome the Heralds’ dominant performance.

The victory sets a positive tone for the St. John Heralds as they prepare for their upcoming game against Lordstown, aiming to carry forward the momentum from their impressive win.