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BEAVER LOCAL GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH TONY SORGE

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH — As the girls’ basketball season approaches, Beaver Local head coach Tony Sorge is filled with a sense of optimism and determination. In the latest “Coach’s Corner,” Sorge shared insights into the team’s journey and expectations for the upcoming season.

Reflecting on last year’s challenges, Sorge discussed the significant blow the team faced with the mid-season injury of star player Peyton Roberts. “We started off slow, but we were gaining momentum and confidence until Peyton’s injury,” Sorge said. Despite the setback, the experience pushed other players to step up, setting the stage for a stronger, more cohesive team this year. Now in the new season, Sorge believes the team is “definitely further ahead” because of last year’s trials. Two returning starters, seniors Cali Sword and Tory Druschel, are expected to take on leadership roles, bringing their experience and skills to the forefront. Other key players include junior Bella McLevy, known for her defensive prowess, and sophomore Mallory Miller, who had significant varsity time last year.

Speed will be the team’s focus this season, as mentioned by Sorge. “We lost size with the graduation of our seniors, so we have to get out and play fast,” he said. The emphasis will be on using their agility to dominate the court. The schedule is packed with challenging games against top-tier teams like Union Local, Indian Creek, and East Liverpool, to name a few. Despite the tough competition, Sorge is confident, stating, “We feel that we can compete and win a lot of these games.”

The strength of the program is further bolstered by a dedicated coaching staff, extending from the youth level to varsity. Coach Sorge praised the commitment of his assistants and the quality of coaching at the middle school and youth levels, highlighting the importance of development from a young age. Beaver Local fans can catch the team in action for the first game on Friday, November 22, at home against Union Local. “We’re working hard and are excited to start the season,” Sorge concluded. The Beaver Local girls’ basketball team is poised for a competitive season, driven by lessons from the past and a unified drive to excel. Fans are encouraged to come out and support their local team as they embark on what promises to be an exciting journey.

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BEAVER LOCAL BLANKS BRUINS

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- At Beaver Local’s home turf, it was a one-sided affair as they shut out Brooke with a decisive 35-0 victory, showcasing both defensive prowess and offensive firepower.

The scoring kicked off with Luke Rettos bulldozing his way into the end zone on a 2-yard rush, and Kaleb Mays nailed the extra point to start the tally for Beaver Local. The momentum didn’t stop there. Taylor Johnston, showing his versatility as both a passer and a rusher, punched in two more rushing touchdowns from 1 and 3 yards out in the second quarter.

But it wasn’t just the ground game lighting up the scoreboard; Johnston connected with Brock Severs for a 42-yard touchdown pass, demonstrating their lethal QB-receiver chemistry. The highlight of the night, though, was Brock Severs turning defense into offense with a jaw-dropping 100-yard interception return as the clock expired in the first half, electrifying the crowd and effectively putting the game out of reach.

Beaver Local dominated the stats, rolling up 310 total yards to Brooke’s 159, with a balanced attack that saw them gain 120 yards on the ground and another 190 through the air. Johnston completed a crisp 8 of 12 passes for 190 yards, targeting Severs who had a standout game with 136 receiving yards on 5 catches.

Brooke struggled to find any consistency, managing only 132 rushing yards and a paltry 27 passing yards. Dante Tulenko was a lone bright spot, grinding out 91 yards on the ground, but the team couldn’t convert these efforts into points.

Penalties were a slight blemish for both teams, but they didn’t disrupt Beaver Local’s stride as they kept their composure and discipline throughout the game.

This match wasn’t just a win for Beaver Local; it was a statement game that underscored their strengths on both sides of the ball. As for Brooke, it’s back to the drawing board to regroup and prepare for their next challenge, hopefully learning from this tough outing.

Beaver Local (1-1) will hit the road to take on St. Clairsville next Friday.

BEAVERS FALL SHORT AGAINST BROOKE

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH-  Last evening showcased a solid display of high school baseball as the Brooke Bruins took on Beaver Local at their home field. The Bruins didn’t waste any time getting on the scoreboard, knocking in two runs off a couple of hits and an error in the very first inning.

Beaver Local’s lineup struggled early on but found a spark in the third inning thanks to a solo home run by senior Colin Gaydos. Despite the shot of momentum, the Beavers found hits hard to come by, managing only four more for the rest of the game and only one additional run.

On the mound for Beaver Local, Wyatt Johnson started and pitched three and two-thirds innings, surrendering four runs on three hits while striking out five. Freshman Andre Wiegand took over in relief, allowing one run on three hits and adding a strikeout to his early varsity stats.

Meanwhile, Brooke continued to build on their lead, adding three more runs to secure a 5-2 victory over the Beavers.

Beaver Local will look to bounce back in their next game tonight at Martins Ferry.

BEAVER LOCAL LOCKS IN HUGE WIN OVER BROOKE

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH-  The Beaver Local High School boys’ basketball team stormed to victory against Brooke High School with a commanding 67-33 win. The game, held on Thursday, showcased Beaver Local’s prowess on the court, led by standout player Owen Hill, who poured in an impressive 22 points to secure the win.

The victory marked Beaver Local’s second triumph in six games, pushing their season record to 7-9. Meanwhile, Brooke High School, despite their efforts, faced a tough defeat, dropping to an 8-5 record.

From the opening tip-off, Beaver Local established their dominance, racing to a formidable 36-18 halftime lead. Austin Cline played a pivotal role in the early momentum, contributing nine of his 11 points in the first half. Luke Rettos also made his presence felt with eight points, adding to the Beavers’ commanding lead.

Despite Brooke’s efforts to rally, Beaver Local’s relentless offense and staunch defense proved too much to handle. The team’s cohesive play and strategic execution throughout all four quarters kept them firmly in control of the game.

In the junior varsity matchup, Brooke High School managed to secure a victory with a final score of 58-44. Matt Anderson led the charge for Beaver Local with 14 points, showcasing the depth and talent within the program.

Looking ahead, Beaver Local is set to face Bellaire in a highly anticipated Buckeye 8 placement game at noon on Saturday, hosted at Indian Creek. With their recent victory fueling their momentum, the Beavers are poised to continue their pursuit of excellence on the court.

Individual performances also shone brightly for both teams. Peyton Teopfer led Brooke High School with 8 points, supported by Garrett Milam with 6 points and Leyton Toepfer with 9 points. For Beaver Local, Hill’s standout performance was complemented by contributions from Hunter Warrick, Briar Germanovich, and Evan Stephenson, among others.

The game also witnessed impressive three-point shooting, with Brooke sinking three triples courtesy of Milam and Toepfer, while Beaver Local connected on four from downtown, with notable contributions from Warrick, Cline, Anderson, and Aiden Dray.

BEAVER LOCAL OUTLASTS BRUINS

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- Beaver Local, fresh off an emotional senior night win on Monday, welcomed the Brooke Bruins to town looking for their 8th straight victory. Following a slow start the Beavers recovered extending the win streak to eight in 4 sets 21-25, 25-21, 25-22, 25-19.

The Beavers were challenged from the opening serve by the Bruins. Brooke took full advantage of Beaver Local miscues racing out to an early 13-6 advantage. Playing behind a strong front line attack Brook put away the Beavers in the first set 25-21. The Red & White secured wins in sets two & three going point for point with the Bruins in both sets before putting away the visitors in the 4th and final set.

Impressed with their opponent Head Coach Sarah Lowe gave respect to the Bruins “This is definitely one of the strongest Brooke teams we have seen in a long time.” The hitters for Beaver Local were challenged all night by the blocking and defensive coverage of the Bruins. The Beavers offensive attack, too good to keep quiet, did make their presence known. Brooke Talbot continued her strong senior campaign with 9 kills, 9 assists. Elizabeth Kolkowski and Grace Hill each added 6 kills respectively. Emma Joseph contributed to the offense with 24 assists. The defense for the Beavers came to the forefront on this night.

Led by Kodi Kinsey with 19 digs, joined by Leah Riccardo’s 12 and Bailey Bowersock’s 10 digs apiece. Kinsey made a highlight defensive play in the 4th set that left everyone talking following the game. The senior Kinsey knew they were in a game from the start “In close games like that we have to play our hearts out and hustle to everything. I couldn’t be happier with the way we played as well as the outcome.”

The Beavers (13-1) hit the road for 4 straight games starting with a trip to Wintersville visiting Indian Creek on Thursday.

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler