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ARCHBISHOP HOBAN GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH PAM DAVIS

AKRON OH- Archbishop Hoban has seen a wave of success on the hardwood in their girls basketball program.  They’ve been able to produce not just top notch talent, but also leadership that builds a strong foundation.  Headed up by Pam Davis who will be inducted into the OHBSCA Hall of Fame, the Knights are always primed for winning.  The Knights return plenty of talent, and have the depth and experience to go far.

Coach Davis took the time to talk to YSN’s Ty Bartell and Anthony Hartwig to give us a peak behind the curtain of the team this season. They talk about Hoban’s independent schedule, setting goals for the team, and so much more. Check out the latest Coach’s Corner with Pam Davis only on YSN!

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GIRARD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOE BORNEMISS

GIRARD OH- It’s a new era of girls basketball inside the gym at Girard. As Joe Bornemiss takes over his first year as the head coach, he has a lot to work with on the roster. The Indians are built on speed and athleticism.  Their opponents wil have a hard time keeping up with them, and a hard time being as conditioned as they are. Coach Bornemiss has put in the time to make sure his players are in shape in the 4th quarter.

Coach Bornemiss took some time out of predictive to hop on an interview with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig and Ty Bartell.  They discuss what it means to him to get this job in Girard, what the strengths of his team are going to be this year, and so much more.  Check out the latest Coach’s Corner with Joe Bornemiss only on YSN!

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CRESTVIEW BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH RICK GATES

COLUMBIANA OH- Crestview is gearing up for another exciting basketball season.  Don’t let the amount of new faces fool you, Crestview has a ton of talent on the court this season.  The Rebels will look to continue their program’s tradition of dominating the boards on the way to victory.  Rebels legend Rick Gates returns for another season on the sideline leading Crestview into battle.

Coach Gates took the time to sit down and chat with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig and Ty Bartell to give a picture into the program.  They talk about some of the players that are going to be key this season, who the leaders of the team will be, and so much more. Check out the latest Coach’s Corner with Rick Gates only on YSN.

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Last season, Springfield girls basketball got further than any other hoops team on YSN, getting all the way to Dayton. As they’ll carry the momentum from their state tournament run, they also bring some new faces into the fold.  Springfield returns three varsity starters to the floor, and a bunch of others that played a big role in their success.

Head coach John Matisi was kind enough to take the time to talk with YSN’s Ty Bartell and Anthony Hartwig about what their season will look like. He talks about the leaders that he’ll have on the floor this season, why there is such excitement around the program this season, and so much more. Check out the latest Coach’s Corner with John Matisi.

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CHAMPION GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MICHAEL COLE

WARREN OH- Champion has always been an exciting program to watch on the basketball floor.  They know how to win.  Last season injuries hurt their chances, but with only a single senior graduating, everyone is coming back and as healthy as ever.  In a very competitive MVAC conference, the Flashes will need every ounce of their experienced roster.  They open the season on Friday November 24th at Lakeview in a back yard rivalry game.

Coach Michael Cole was kind enough to give his time to talk with Ty Bartell, and Anthony Hartwig to preview the new season.  He talked about the pace he thinks they can play, what the MVAC may look like this year, and much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Michael Cole.

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WEST BRANCH GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1 ) WITH WALT DESHIELDS

BELOIT OH- West Branch has arguably been the standard of success in girls basketball in the area during the coaching career of Walt DeShields.  A season that was hindered last season by a few injuries still ended up with a trip to the district tournament. After starting 4-10, the Warriors ended the season 9-2 which means they’re bringing a ton of momentum into the new year.

Coach DeShields took the time to talk with Anthony Hartwig and Ty Bartell to give us a solid preview of the season.  He talks about the returning stars, some new faces that will pop up on the team this year, and so much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Walt DeShields only on YSN!

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LOWELLVILLE GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH LISA MODELSKI

LOWELLVILLE OH- Lowellville is gearing up for basketball season, and the Rockets have a much of new names to get to know this year. They lost a big chunk of their offensive production to graduation, and now will rely on a young, but talented roster to compete in the MVAC.

Coach Lisa Modelski comes on for another year on the bench leading the team. She took time to talk with Anthony Hartwig about what this new season is about to bring. She talks about the new names you’ll need to know before the season starts, how confident this young group is, and so much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Lisa Modelski!

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JACKSON MILTON GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JEFF WILSON

NORTH JACKSON OH- Blue Jays girls basketball is back! After not being able to field a team in 2022, the Blue Jays find themselves right back in the fold for the 2023-2024 season.  The roster features 10 freshman. Their young players do however have already have the familiarity with coach Wilson and his staff. Last season while they couldn’t field a team, the three players that did want to play basketball were able to practice with the junior high programs.  So it’s safe to say coach Wilson knows his freshman more than most get to know theirs.  Jackson Milton opens their season on November 27th at home vs Columbiana.

Coach Wilson joined Anthony Hartwig to preview the upcoming season. They talk about being back from hiatus, how exciting game 1 will be for him, and much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Jeff Wilson.

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POLAND BULLDOGS FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 9) WITH TOM PAVLANSKY

POLAND, OH – Head coach Tom Pavlansky has led the Poland Bulldogs into the second round of the OHSAA State Football Playoffs this season after defeating the East Liverpool Potters last week. 42-14. Up next for the Bulldogs is a rematch with NE8 foe, Struthers, on Friday night as the #6 seeded Wildcats will travel down to Bulldog Stadium.

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie was able to catch up with Coach Pavlansky this week at Combine Brothers to discuss their first round victory over the Potters, what his takeaways were from the win, what his expectations are for this week’s rematch with Struthers, and what Coach’s keys to victory are for round two against the Wildcats.

All that and so much more in this week’s episode of Poland Bulldogs football coach’s corner with head coach, Tom Pavlansky!

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CRESTVIEW VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 2) WITH ALISHA AUER

COLUMBIANA OH-  Crestview has done it again! For the 5th consecutive season they are district champions! This time around they beat Kirtland in 4 sets to advance to Barberton.  The Rebels are trying to take the next step and win a Regional Semifinal for the first time in those 5 years.  They’ll have a program in front of them that is just as familiar with this round as they are. Crestview prepares to take on Smithville in Barberton.

Crestview head coach Alisha Auer joined YSN’s Anthony Hartwig to recap the season to this point, and give us a solid preview of Thursday’s matchup.  Check out Episode 2 of Coach’s Corner with Alisha Auer!

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