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POLAND BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH NICK BLANCH (EP 2)

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Resiliency.  That is the word that best describes the Poland Lady Bulldogs on the basketball court at this point.  The undefeated squad continues to sharpen the saw each and every week and is buzzing through NE8 competition this year with a tight defense and a tenacious offense.

The beat goes on this week as South Range and Struthers were the latest victims of the 2019 campaign for Coach Blanch and his troops.

What goes into the preparation on a weekly basis to keep this level?  What does this team have to do to level up heading down the home-stretch?  Can the Bulldogs stay focused and on routine?  Also, find out what brought Coach Blanch into the coaching ranks!

All that and more on this week’s Poland Basketball Coach’s Corner with Nick Blanch (EP 2)

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MIXON THINGS UP

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East Palestine used to have a secret weapon.  A young, powerful, basketball savvy post-forward who can shake and bake down low, or dispose of her defender at will with her skill and determination.

Now- East Palestine has a well-known weapon.  Junior, Jaliyah Mixon has been through it all, seemingly.  She’s battled adversity in her personal life to which she’s overcome and shined on the other side, and uses her experience as stepping stones to where she wants to be.  Mixon is now looked to as a leader and a catalyst on this team, and as she goes, so do the Bulldogs.  Opposing coaches prepare for “21.”

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Through all the adversity and accolades, Jaliyah prides herself on becoming a role model in the community and being able to look into the stands on game night with young eyes peering back at her, confident that she is getting things done on, and off the court.  According to Coach Franklin, Mixon has had to change the way she plays.  “She’s gone from getting a rebound and taking it down to the other end by herself, to passing to our guards and working her way into the paint, which opens up more opportunities for the team,” said Franklin.

Mixon’s growth as a student-athlete has also come in the classroom along with the hardwood.  Jaliyah attributes her success to a couple of her teachers who have helped her along the way, including one that serves as a coach in the stands.

All of this leads to our East Palestine Basketball Player Profile for the Week: MIXON THINGS UP!

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EAST PALESTINE BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH WILL FRANKLIN (EP 4)

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In Bulldog Country, the Lady Dogs have experienced a few bumps in the road in the form of EOAC Conference play.  Columbiana and Lisbon presented threats and lived up to the billing.  The Lady Clippers providing Coach Franklin’s girls with their only loss on their home floor, and Lady Devils capturing revenge for a loss to EP earlier in the season.

However, the Lady Dogs look to bounce back in a big way and try to catch fire just before the tournament.  The biggest opponent isn’t even on the schedule, as snow has forced the hands of many in the area and broken any rhythm teams are having.

What can be done to keep the competitive edge when games get canceled?  Is there enough elasticity in EP this year for the bounce back?

Find out all that and more on this week’s East Palestine Basketball Coach’s Corner with Will Franklin (EP 4)

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EAST PALESTINE BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BILL STANTON (EP 3)

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The Bulldogs are weathering the storm of a tough schedule in East Palestine.  Coach Bill Stanton continues to show the excitement that Bulldog Nation is looking for!

Coach Stanton sits down with YSN’s Tim Figley to discuss the benefits of taking part in one of the top tournaments of the Holiday Season, as well as why playing high-caliber teams sets this team up for a promising future.

What growth does Coach see in East Palestine’s cagers?  What does the process look like from the beginning of the season to now?

Find out all that and more on this week’s East Palestine Coach’s Corner with Bill Stanton.

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THY KING DOM COME

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In East Palestine, Senior- Dominick Posey has been going about his business between the lines in such a professional manner.  He doesn’t pander for admiration, he is a staple in the community, and he continues to get the job done on the floor for the Bulldogs.

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Posey continues to be not only one of East Palestine’s finest athletes in recent history but is persistent in building his legacy on the basketball court.  Posey’s athleticism makes him a constant x-factor in every coaches meeting around the area, and is one of the main reasons he will be playing sports at the next level, and makes him King of the court in East Palestine.

Could it be possible that his legacy is just getting started?

YSN’s Dan Figley sits down with Dom in this week’s East Palestine Player Profile: THY KING DOM COME. 

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BURY EXTRAORDINARY

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Life is fast right now for the Leader of the Pack in Poland.  With her team undefeated currently, Poland Senior Sarah Bury continues to be a leader on the court for the Lady Dogs.  The fact that Bury recently became one of the few Poland Lady Bulldogs to eclipse the 1000-point mark is exceptional, however, the fact that she had no idea that she was on pace for the mark speaks more to her character than any basket ever could.

Oh, and by the way, her coach had to insist that she shoot the ball instead of passing to her teammate in order to land the feat.  That tells you all you need to know in that story, alone.

YSN’s Anthony Hartwig sat down with the very humble, well spoken, and team-oriented, Sarah Bury for this week’s Poland Girls Hoops Profile: BURY EXTRAORDINARY

 

POLAND BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH NICK BLANCH (EP 1)

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Halfway through the season, we catch up with the Blue-Hot Poland Lady Bulldogs, they’re still undefeated- rolling through the competition at home and on the road.  Head Coach Nick Blanch sits down with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig and discusses this years squad, and what makes this group so special.

What makes this team so close-knit?  Is there a different philosophy this year?  What does the coaching staff do so well?

A great team is led from the front, and Coach Blanch exemplifies exactly that.  Get all the Dog-gone Details in this week’s Poland Coach’s Corner with Nick Blanch.

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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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