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EAST PALESTINE BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BILL STANTON (EP 2)

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An up and down ride in the early-going for the new East Palestine Hoops Commander, but the youth movement has begun in the Dog Pound.  Coach Bill Stanton is in the heat of EOAC-play, and is taking everybody’s best shot as the league’s up-and-comer.

YSN’s Tim Figley sat down to discuss the progress in Bulldog Country, as well as what fans and alumni may or may not see that makes up the DNA of this year’s team.

All that and more on this week’s East Palestine Basketball Coach’s Corner with Bill Stanton (EP 2)

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

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It’s Episode 3 with Coach Will Franklin, and we’ve learned a few things.  The YSN cameras and mics are the same as The Lady Bulldogs: Rolling.  The hot streak for Coach “Frank” and his team is coming at the right time as they are learning who they are, and what they are capable of.  *SPOILER ALERT*  They are just scratching the surface.

After a great stretch, the Lady Dogs have celebrated Christmas, and have rung in 2019, and as they prepare for a battle with EOAC Rival, Columbiana, we chatted it up with the Head Ball Coach and what he attributes to the success, as well as what type of resolutions he’s making in the New Year for himself, and his team!

All that and more on this- Third Episode of East Palestine Coach’s Corner with Will Franklin!

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DRIVING THE BUS

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There’s certain momentum in Bulldog Country these days!  Coach Franklin has the East Palestine Girls Basketball team hitting on all cylinders, and leading the way is one of the teams top rebounders and Senior, Sara Buskirk.  “Buzz” as they affectionately refer to her has been in the program for 4 years and has seen the shift in the culture, and spirit over her tenure.  This year, Sara has jumped at the opportunity of her role on the hardwood and serves as a pillar of the team’s success.

We had a chance to pick her brain after her career-best ballgame and ask her about what makes her tick, and what (and who) motivates her on and off the court.  This week’s East Palestine Player Profile is with Sara Buskirk: DRIVING THE BUS.

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BACK TO THE FUTURE

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East Palestine’s Parker Sherry is undeniably known for what his contributions are on the football field, and in the community.  However, for his grand finale as a Bulldog, Sherry had decided to lace up his sneakers and return to the hardwood his senior season.

PHOTO CREDIT: LEGACY STUDIOS BY JJS

Sherry has been running point for the Bulldogs this year and has brought his aggressiveness into the gym as well.  Not much changes in regards to his game and that includes his jersey number.  Opponents know that when they come into the Dog Pound exactly who is going to be wearing number 10.

YSN’s DJ Yokley caught up with Parker before the holidays to discuss the differences and similarities of the sports he excels in.  Sherry is the subject of this week’s East Palestine Player Profile: BACK TO THE FUTURE.

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A FRESH START FOR BERTO

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Many may overlook just how big an achievement it is to start a Varsity sport as a Freshman.  When you break it down, though, it’s really an impressive feat.  Think about when you were 13-14 years old, and all the fear of the upperclassmen because they felt so much bigger (and they were.)  For most freshmen, it’s all they can do to stay as far away from seniors as possible.  However, for one special hooper in East Palestine, he’s running with the pack.

Jonathan Bertovich has been training for this season his entire life.  All the extra practice, the AAU, has all led to a starting spot on the East Palestine Varsity Basketball Team.  This isn’t a PR move, this isn’t a rebuilding year, the Bulldogs are expected to be in the thick of the EOAC Basketball Title Hunt, and “Berto” is a big reason for it.

He can shoot from anywhere on the floor and can jump out of the gym on any given night.  Quite simply, Bertovich is making his name known in basketball circles all over.

YSN’s Tim Figley caught up with “JB” to talk about his transition from middle school to the big show.

All that and more on this week’s East Palestine Basketball Player Profile: A FRESH START FOR BERTO

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EAST PALESTINE COACH’S CORNER WITH WILL FRANKLIN (EP 2)

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Another game, another victory.  That’s the feeling for the EP Girls Hoops program right now.  Coach Franklin and his staff have the girls primed, and locked in on their game, no matter who is sitting on the opposing bench.

However, a couple decent marginal wins for the Lady ‘Dogs as of late, and they haven’t even scratched the surface on their potential this year.

YSN’s DJ Yokley sits in with Coach Will Franklin following the Bulldogs win over Leetonia, and digs into what more is ahead for Bulldog Nation!

Also, find out Coaches favorite song during the Christmas Season.

Only on YSN, and only on East Palestine Coach’s Corner with Will Franklin (EP 2)

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EAST PALESTINE GIRL’S BBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH WILL FRANKLIN (EP 1)

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Veteran East Palestine Head Coach Will Franklin has been a part of the program for quite some time, and the game that transpired recently against Lisbon in the Dog Pound was enough to give any coach a good night’s rest.

After a 50-49 victory over the Lady Blue Devil’s YSN’s DJ Yokley caught up with Coach Franklin to discuss the progression he’s seen in his time in Bulldog Country, as well as many other topics including what it’s like to coach young teams and transforming them to champions.

Hit the hardwood with all that and more with Episode 1 of East Palestine Girl’s BBall Coach’s Corner with Will Franklin!

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ALL-COLUMBIANA COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAMS RELEASED

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On behalf of YSN, many congratulations to all these gentlemen for their hard work and dedication to their teams, schools, and communities!

 

COACH OF THE YEAR: D.J. Ogilvie, United Local

FIRST TEAM

BEAVER LOCAL: Christian Lerussi, Garrett Givens

PHOTO CREDIT: SKY HIGH PHOTOGRAPHY

COLUMBIANA: Erik Hopfenziz, Hunter Zentner, Chase Franken, Joe Bable, Wayne Davis, Brandt Virden

PHOTO CREDIT: OLIVIA MORGAN

CRESTVIEW: Dominic Perry, Dylan Huff, Stephen Barr, Wyatt Woodring, Andrew Yanssens, Josh Simmons

EAST LIVERPOOL: Skylor Wooley, Noah Wheaton, Nick Woodyard, Aidan Watkins, Derek Carter, Peyton Reed

NICK WOODYARD (PHOTO CREDIT: LEGACYSTUDIOSBYJJS

EAST PALESTINE: Parker Sherry, Dominic Posey, Cameron Walker, Brock Cheurco

PHOTO CREDIT: STACEY SEVACKO PHOTOGRAPHY

LEETONIA: Marco Ferry, Brett Davis

LISBON: Brice Blackburn, Sean Preston

PHOTO CREDIT: TRACY COX

SALEM: Turner Johnson, Robbie Sarginger, Cade Campolito, Niko Walter, Matt Castles, Luke Weingart

PHOTO CREDIT: SIX-FOUR-THREE PRODUCTIONS

SOUTHERN: Cam Grodhaus, Jayce Sloan, River Pappas, Brad Sloan, Hunter Morris, Mark Soukup, Steven Craig

UNITED: Ethan Antram, Landon Baker, Bodey Kiko, Brady Leyman, Gunner McIntosh, Nick Rhodes, Tyler Lippiatt

WELLSVILLE: Derrick Suggs, Darien Suggs

PHOTO CREDIT: JT HIGGINS/JTHPHOTOS.ORG

 

HONORABLE MENTION

BEAVER LOCAL: Zach Smith, Beau Smith

COLUMBIANA: Jakob Cross, Jack Carney

CRESTVIEW: Nick Sherill, Justin Collins

EAST LIVERPOOL: P.J. Morris, Corey Weyand

EAST PALESTINE: Mike Frazier, Blaize Reynolds

LEETONIA: Dylan Durick

LISBON: Logan Bell, Nicolas Mundy

SALEM: Cooper Stockman, Jordan Lyons

SOUTHERN: Dylan Milhoan, Steve Richards

UNITED: Keaton Baker, Kody Vint

WELLSVILLE: Cole Corbin, Cade Weekley

FOOTBALL ALL-EOAC TEAMS RELEASED

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LISBON, OH- The Eastern Ohio Athletic Conference has released their football picks for All-EOAC honors.

FIRST TEAM

Erik Hopfenziz (Columbiana, Sr.); Hunter Zentner (Columbiana, Jr.); Chase Franken (Columbiana, Jr.); Joe Bable (Columbiana, Jr.); Wayne Davis (Columbiana senior); Parker Sherry (East Palestine, Sr.); Dominic Posey (East Palestine, Sr.); Cameron Walker (East Palestine, Sr.); Marco Ferry (Leetonia, So.); Brice Blackburn (Lisbon, Sr.); Cam Grodhaus (Southern, Jr.); Jayce Sloan (Southern, Jr.); River Pappas (Southern, Sr.); Brad Sloan (Southern, So.); Dylan Milhoan (Southern, Jr.); Trent Wright (Toronto, Sr.); Zach Stackhouse (Toronto, Jr.); Ethan Antram (United, Sr.); Landon Baker (United, Sr.); Brady Leyman (United, Sr.); Bodey Kiko (United, Jr.); Nick Rhodes (United, Sr.); Derrick Suggs (Wellsville, Sr.).

Specialists

Logan Bell (Lisbon, Sr.); Gunner McIntosh (United, Sr.).

SECOND TEAM

Jakob Cross (Columbiana, Jr.); Brandt Virden (Columbiana, Sr.); Cody Miller (Columbiana, Jr.); Brock Cheurco (East Palestine, Sr.); Mike Frazier (East Palestine, Sr.); Colton Cook (East Palestine, Sr.); Connor Hicks (Leetonia, Jr.); Brock Simpson (Leetonia, Sr.); Sean Preston (Lisbon, Sr.); Justyn Briand (Lisbon, Sr.); Steve Craig (Southern, Jr.); Mark Soukup (Southern, Jr.); Kyle Young (Southern, Jr.); Frank Fulton (Toronto, Sr.); AJ Clegg (Toronto, Jr.); Tristan Thomas (Toronto, Jr.); Tyler Lippiatt (United, Jr.); Deric Ellyson (United, Jr.); Brendan Rose (United, Sr.); Caden Weekley (Wellsville, So.); Cole Corbin (Wellsville, Sr.).

Specialists

Collin Schick (Columbiana, So.); Darien Suggs (Wellsville, Jr.).

HONORABLE MENTION

Xathon Cross (Columbiana); Blaize Reynolds (East Palestine); Alex Waterbeck (Leetonia); Nicolas Mundy (Lisbon); Steven Richards (Southern); Isaac Miller (Toronto); Christian Barnes (United); Draven Crow (Wellsville).

Congratulations to all on their selections!

CONTINUE THE CLIMB: PARKER SHERRY

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For his entire life, East Palestine’s Parker Sherry has been climbing.  What started out as hay bails, trees, and hills that were being climbed turned into depth charts, record books, and now prospect stock.

Sherry has a gratefulness about him that is very contagious, but don’t misinterpret his genuine love for the game of football for weakness.  Sherry has long ago been bitten by the competitive bug and takes the same winning mentality from the gridiron to game night with his family.

When you see the brown and white jersey running around on Friday nights, it’s comparable to watching a video game.  He can beat you with his arm, his legs, and if that doesn’t do the trick: his pure determination will overwhelm anything you have left in the tank.

Most Easily Stated: Parker Sherry is a winner.

His character is never in question as he is just as involved in the community as he is in the huddle.  He is soon to be awarded the Valedictorian of East Palestine’s graduating class.  His leadership among his peers both in the classroom, as well as between the lines sets him apart from his numbers alone.

Oh, that’s right.  The numbers.  Take a look at these:

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2018 :

Passing: 131/232 for 1,852 yards/21 TD’s

Rushing: 1,021 Rushing Yards/12 TD’s

CAREER:

Passing: 510/877 for 7,374 yards/77 TD’s

Rushing: 4,335 Rushing Yards/55 TD’s

11,709 Total Yards and 132 TD’s

All those yards, and not to mention the list of his achievements that now include the Wendy’s High School Heisman Award for Ohio, and National Max Preps Athlete of the Month (Video Below.)

We sat down with Parker and discussed the importance of his leadership, character, and what he does on and off the field, as well as what the next hill is he will attempt to climb.  Our Feature Story of CONTINUE THE CLIMB: PARKER SHERRY is proudly sponsored by Coaches Tribune.