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UNITED VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MACKENZIE FIRTH

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HANOVERTON OH- United volleyball is under new management coming in to 2021. However, it is not someone new to the program. MacKenzie Firth has been putting in her time for the program. She has worked with the junior high program, and has been an assistant on the high school level. She knows exactly what she is working with in the program. United did lose their team leader in assists Haley Dees, but returns their biggest swinger in Tori Tschappatt who finished with 244 kills in 2020. United opens their season on August 23rd hosting Minerva.

Coach Firth was gracious enough to spare some time to join YSN’s Running Point to preview the upcoming season. She talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about taking over the job, what the Eagles have coming back, and so much more. Don’t miss this exclusive interview with the new volleyball coach at United with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with MacKenzie Firth.

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COLUMBIANA VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JENNIFER MARTIN

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COLUMBIANA OH- The Clippers volleyball program is coming of a very impressive 20 win season in 2020. They made it all the way to the district finals where they eventually fell to mineral Ridge. The Clippers lost 4 seniors, which may not sound like a ton but statistically they lost over 300 kills, their team leader in digs, and their team leader in assists. So yes, there are some key parts missing for the Clippers coming into the new season, but they do return their team leader in kills in Tori Long who finished 2020 with 229 kills. Head coach Jennifer Martin is still very optimistic about the Clippers ability to succeed in 2021. Columbiana opens the season against McDonald on Saturday August 21st.

Coach Martin took the time to hop on to YSN’s Running Point this week to preview the 2021 season. She talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about replacing the missing pieces, community outreach, and much more. Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Jennifer Martin is live.

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SALEM SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MIKE BAILEY

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SALEM OH- You can imagine how much time is sacrificed to head coach a high school athletics team. Now imagine you’re coaching two. That is a task that Salem soccer coach Mike Bailey has not shied away from. He is now the head coach of both the boys and girls programs. Salem has a unique set up where him, and two other coaches handle both teams together. The chemistry and dynamic between the three men is a big reason why it works. The Salem girls open the season this year on August 13th as part of the OHSAA’s “Friday night Futball” initiative. They will travel to United. The boys will travel to United as well opening the season on August 21st.

Mike was able to stop by in studio to visit YSN’s Running Point. He gave us an inside look at how this tri coach set up is going to work with Salem’s soccer teams. He chatted with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about the programs culture, what got him started in soccer, and much more. It’s the start of something new in Salem and we couldn’t be more proud to shine a light on them, check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Mike Bailey.

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JACKSON MILTON VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH STEPHEN MOHR

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NORTH JACKSON OH- The Blue Jays volleyball program is under new management. After a sustained era of success under coach Sue Prozy, Stephen Mohr has taken the reigns and plans to take the Jackson Milton program to the next level. Last season, the Jays racked up 17 wins and finished 2nd in the MVAC. With ten letter winners returning, there is no reason to think the Jays wont be contenders again. Jackson Milton opens the season with 3 games in 3 days starting August 23rd hosting East Canton.

Coach Mohr hopped on to YSN’s Running Point this week to talk about his new job, and the upcoming season. He chats with Ty Bartell, and Anthony Hartwig about building a culture, creating a youth development program, and much more. The dawn of a new era begins in North Jackson and you can be the first to hear from the new head coach in Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Stephen Mohr.

 

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WEST BRANCH GIRLS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH CHERYL FICCO

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BELOIT OH- Something exciting is looming in West Branch on the soccer field. The West Branch lady Warriors are getting hyped up everywhere you look. They return so much young experience from a season before that there is little doubt how much potential is there. The Warriors have a long history of success as they are the eight straight time EBC Champions. Believe us when we say though, this squad does not rest their hat on that fact. The target has been carried on their backs for the last eight seasons, so you know the Warriors are used to it.

Head coach Cheryl Ficco helms this successful bunch of girls, and took the time this week to call in to YSN;’s Running Point to preview their season. She discusses the Warriors leadership, their tough schedule, and so much more. Score a goal and get ready for the West Branch girls soccer season with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Cheryl Ficco.

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AUSTINTOWN FITCH VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JODY BARTLETT

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AUSTINTOWN OH- The culture surrounding volleyball in Austintown is one of the strongest in the area. There are a good amount of player in the Fitch program who have put their stock in volleyball. This gives the Falcons a distinct advantage against other teams. Their players play in high quality clubs, and go to big college camps. One of the pillars to the Falcons building such a strong program is their head coach Jody Bartlett. coach Bartlett has brought a work ethic and standard that has raised the bar for the program, and she also has the ability to connect with her athletes and let them make the process fun.

Coach Bartlett took the time to call in to YSN’s Running Point this week to preview the 2021 season. The Falcons have a lot to look forward to, and coach was able to lay out a great picture of what to expect. She chats with Anthony Hartwig about the Falcons schedule, some key players to keep an eye on, and much more. Fly high with the Falcons and get excited for the upcoming season with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Jody Bartlett.

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CRESTVIEW VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH ALISHA AUER

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COLUMBIANA OH- Crestview volleyball is living at the top of the local mountain in the sport at the moment. The Rebels are coming off of back to back district championships. The Rebels return a great core of their team in the 2021 season, and are poised to make a run at a third consecutive district crown. Head coach Alisha Auer has been the head of the program for a sustained amount of time, and is one of the most successful coaches in the area. She returns at the helm and is as excited as ever to start the new year. The Rebels open the season August 21st against Lakeview.

Coach Auer made a call in to YSN’s Running Point this week to give us a preview of the upcoming season. She talks with Anthony HartwIg about the returning leaders, coaching her own daughter, and much more. Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Alisha Auer is live!

 

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SOUTH RANGE GIRLS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH KELSEY MALENIC

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CANFIELD OH- The South Range girls soccer team had one of the best seasons in program history, and went the furthest any girls team had gone before in 2020. They did lose a big piece of the puzzle in Bree Kohler who was a big chunk of their offense, but they are returning one of the biggest stars girls soccer has to offer in the area in Gabby Lamparty. Gabby’s leadership along with a versatile roster gives the Raiders a dangerous squad for anyone who has to cross paths with them.

Head coach Kelsey Malenic is in her 5th season with the program, and 2nd season as head coach. You’d think a deep playoff run in your first year would be hard to top, but Malenic is confident that this group has not reached their potential yet. She was able to come on to YSN’s Running Point directly after practice this week to give us an update on the team. She talks about the run they had last year, some new faces to watch out for, and much more. Load the cannons and get ready for Raider Soccer with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Kelsey Malenic.

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BOARDMAN BOYS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH ERIC SIMIONE

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BOARDMAN OH- Boardman boys soccer coach Eric Simione is the definition of a lifer. He is in his 31st year of coaching something at Boardman High School, and his 20th with the boys soccer program. Soccer has grown so much since he started, and his program has reflected that. The Spartans are coming off a positive 2020 where they featured 6 All-District level players. They are returning 4 of those players this season. The Spartans are full of leaders, and fully expect to put their best foot forward in 2021, especially with a summer that is back to normal.

Coach Simione was kind enough to give some of his time to YSN’s Running Point to talk about his team. He shares with Anthony Hartwig the growth of soccer in the community, the development of the youth in the sport, and so much more. Spartan fans don’t miss this exclusive discussion with coach Simione.

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LAKEVIEW VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH HEATHER GUTHRIE

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CORTLAND OH- Lakeview has been one of the most dominant volleyball programs in the area over the last three seasons, especially in the NE8. The Bulldogs have won all three of the NE* championships that have been given out since the start of the conference, and in that time span they have only lost one conference game. To make things even more alarming for the rest of the league is that Lakeview is a fairly young team. Returning al but 2 players, and adding an impressive freshman class the Bulldogs are set up to continue their dominance inside the NE8.

Bulldog head coach Heather Guthrie took the time to join YSN’s Running Point this week to discuss the 2021 season for Lakeview. She chats with Anthony Hartwig about their tough schedule, their team’s social media presence, and so much more. There are plenty of reasons to be excited for Lakeview volleyball, so get ready for the season with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Heather Guthrie.

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