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CAN’T STOP HOP

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The Columbiana Clippers are still on that roller coaster of the fall, starting out the season 0-3, the Clips have come back into playoff focus, and are now considered one of the most dangerous teams in the area.  Getting hot at the right time has its advantages, such as knowing what you need to get to week 11.

For Clipper Seniors, this is an all too familiar feeling.  They’ve been down this road, seen this movie, however you want to chalk it up, the Class of 2019 have been here before.  So, for Co-Captain Erik Hopfenziz, his dedication to success is spreading like wildfire in the locker room and on the field.  Hopfenziz is a multi-sport, multi-talented athlete who leads by example.  He is one of the most liked athletes not only for his performances but his sportsmanship as well.

Our Mark Franken caught up with Erik earlier this season and is featured for our Columbiana Clipper Player Profile: CAN’T STOP HOP

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COLUMBIANA FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB SPAITE (EP7)

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After a big win last week over Wellsville, the Clippers are flying high on a three-game win streak.  Catching the altitude at the right time is what it’s all about, and Coach Spaite and the Clippers are doing just that.

The Clips will set up shop against Lisbon this week and try to burn the Devils and stay over over .500!

Are the playoffs within reach?  Do the Clippers have a focus on the week by week, or is it a direct glare at the playoff picture?

All that and more and some great questions from Mark Franken this week on Columbiana Football Coach’s Corner with Bob Spaite.

COLUMBIANA COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB SPAITE (EP 6)

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After a big win last week over Toronto, the Clippers are flying high on a two-game win streak.  Catching the altitude at the right time is what it’s all about, and Coach Spaite and the Clippers are doing just that.

The Clips will set up shop at Wellsville this week and try to cage the Tigers and get over .500 for the first time this season!

How did Toronto force Columbiana to a “Plan C”?  Has there been a player that has risen to the occasion?

All that and more on this week’s Columbiana Football Coach’s Corner with Bob Spaite.

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COLUMBIANA FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB SPAITE (EP 5)

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What a week it was for the Clippers!  A prime-time, OVERTIME thriller that ends up in a victory over the United Eagles in the Eagles Nest!  While entertaining as it can be, it can also play a part into the rest of the season with fatigue, injuries, and strategy.  Coach Spaite has the team recharged and ready to take on Toronto as close to 10% as they can be!

What does this week have in store for our Clippers?  Find out when YSN’s Mark Franken sits down for the fifth edition of Columbiana Coach’s Corner sponsored by Ben Hawkins Plumbing!

CLIPPER CAPTAIN LOOKS TO MAKE IMPACT FOR COLUMBIANA

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Columbiana Senior Brandt Virden has been described as “The 125 Pound Brick Wall” and to some, it warrants a smile, but if you ask Virden- it’s a warning for his opposition.

The 5’4 Safety is coming off a shortened junior campaign with purpose, and style.  His teammates voted him a Co-Captain of this 2018 Clipper squad, and with that title comes major responsibility.

2018 has all the makings of a special year in Columbiana, and our Mark Franken caught up with Brandt for this week’s Cornerstone Trucks Columbiana Player Profile!

 

COLUMBIANA FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB SPAITE (EP 4)

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Have no worries, Clippers fans!  The Red and White are flying high again after their convincing win against Leetonia in Week 4.  Coach Spaite credits the victory to ball control and not turning over the pigskin, and looks to do the same this week to the Eagles of United.

This has all the makings for GAME OF THE WEEK with both teams playing for control of the EOAC early on in the season, and this game could have playoff ramifications as well when all is said and done.

Our Mark Franken checks in with Coach Spaite for this week’s Columbiana Coach’s Corner with Bob Spaite (EP 4.)

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COLUMBIANA FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB SPAITE (EP 3)

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The Clippers continue to search their radar for the first victory of the 2018 campaign.  Week 3 presented another hard-luck loss for the Red and White, and the focus now shifts to league play as the Clips head down the road to Leetonia.

YSN’s Mark Franken sits down once again with the leader in all-time victories for the Clipper Football Program, Bob Spaite.

How will the Clips rebound in the EOAC?  Are the playoffs still the goal?

We find out all that and more on Columbiana Coach’s Corner with Bob Spaite!

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CHASING GREATNESS

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It isn’t often that you associate greatness into a high school football team, but in Columbiana, there’s plenty to go around!

While the Clippers have not got off to the start they were hoping for, the eyes stay bright, and the goals remain the same.  Win every down.  This year the Clippers are once again a young team trying to find their flight path in mid-air.  However with players such as Chase Franken, and his teammates- Coach Spaite understands that greatness is just one whistle away.

We had a chance to catch up with Columbiana’s multi-sport standout and talk X’s and O’s, as well as a round of rapid-fire questioning you won’t want to miss.

This week’s Columbiana Player Profile is Chase Franken: CHASING GREATNESS

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TIGERS TAME CLIPPERS

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COLUMBIANA, OH- After a fairly competitive first half, the Springfield Tigers took total control in the third quarter to handily defeat the Columbiana Clippers 41-7 here Friday night.  The Tigers took momentum into the locker room after thwarting a Clipper drive in the end zone as they sought to make it a one-score game just before intermission.

Springfield roared through the third stanza with a dominant performance on both sides of the ball outscoring the Clips 20-0.  Brannon Brungard threw two touchdowns and ran for another while Luke Snyder rushed for two scores of his own. Garrett Walker had a touchdown receiving and rushing as well.  Evan Ohlin also caught a TD pass.

The lone highlight for the Clippers was a 78-yard strike from Jakob Cross to Chase Franken in the second quarter.  

The Tigers (3-0) stay on the road to face Jackson-Milton next week, while Columbiana (0-3) opens Eastern Ohio Athletic Conference play at undefeated Leetonia.

 

**Story reported by the Voice of the Columbiana Clippers- Mark Franken

COLUMBIANA FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BOB SPAITE (EP 2)

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After a tough flight in the early going for the Clippers, Columbiana welcomes a familiar foe to town this week in the Springfield Tigers.  Coach Spaite and his wingmen stand in familiar territory with their 0-2 record this year, as they’ve done in years past.

Our Mark Franken caught up with Coach Spaite to discuss the challenges that a slow start creates, and how the team can build unity around adversity.

A no-holds-barred (as always) interview with Columbiana’s finest Head Ball Coach is waiting for you.

Columbiana Football Coach’s Corner with Bob Spaite- Episode 2 is LIVE – and PRESENTED BY BEN HAWKINS PLUMBING