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YSU BASEBALL COACH’S CORNER W/ DAN BERTOLINI (EP 3)

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After a trip to Tallahassee, Florida to take on the Number 6 ranked team in the nation, Coach Dan Bertolini and the Youngstown State Baseball Team are back home for a few days to refuel, refocus, and reunite.

Although the ‘Guins fell short in all three games of the series, they stood toe to toe for all the contests.  In fact, YSU had a lead in all three games against the Seminoles.

PHOTO CREDIT: YSU ATHLETICS DEPT.  Youngstown State Baseball at Florida State at Dick Howser Stadium on Feb. 23, 2019 (Photo by Ken Lanese)

We caught up with the Head Ball Coach to talk about his takeaways from the series, we take the pulse on the team and look toward another highly touted series against Tennessee Tech this weekend.  All that, and more on YSU Baseball Coach’s Corner with Dan Bertolini (Episode 3.)

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YOUNGSTOWN STATE BASEBALL COACH’S CORNER W/ DAN BERTOLINI (EP 1)

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Youngstown State Baseball is back, and better than ever.

Coming off a tough 18-38 record in 2018, YSU Manager Dan Bertolini has 19 letter-winners and nine starters returning for this year’s campaign.  The Penguins will also return two all-league second team performers and three all-freshman team selections in 2019.

The ‘Guins are young, hungry, and opportunity is knocking on their front door.

PHOTO CREDIT: YSUSPORTS.com

In our first chat with the third-year Penguin Skipper, we discuss the foundation of this squad.  As well as the opportunities that this year’s team are presented with the early matchups against top-ten foes in Mississippi State and Florida State.  Coach Bertolini also dives into what legacy he’s trying to create from the top down, and we even get where “Coach Berto” would vacation if he had to pick anywhere in the world.

So, kick back, relax, and think warm thoughts.

Episode One of Youngstown State Baseball Coach’s Corner with Dan Bertolini is a click away!

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EAST PALESTINE BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH BILL STANTON (EP 4)

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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.

Are the Bulldogs on the cusp of turning the corner?  Can the ‘Dogs continue to invite themselves to their opponent’s barbeque?  Do the Seniors feel that they’re leaving a solid foundation for the future of Bulldog cagers?

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

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SALEM BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH VINCE NITTOLI (EP 2)

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In the Salem High School Weightroom, there’s a countdown on the whiteboard that reads “_________ days until we beat the team in green.”  For the Salem Lady Quakers, it had been over 3,000 days since the last time it happened on the basketball court.   Three thousand, two hundred and sixty-nine days later, on their home floor, Salem prevailed.  Not only to break the streak but to set themselves up atop the EBC standings and in solid position for the first ever Eastern Buckeye Conference crown.

We had a chance to catch up with Coach Nittoli after the game and discuss the chess match that was/is West Branch vs. Salem.  As well as the players that allowed the streak to be broken after nearly 10 years.

All that and more on Episode 2 of Salem Basketball Coach’s Corner with Vince Nittoli.

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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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COLUMBIANA BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH DAVE CRISMON (EP 2)

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With a new Pilot for the Clippers Girl’s Basketball Team, veteran Coach Dave Crismon has brought a sense of urgency to Columbiana.  The talent pool is stacked with scorers, and a great work ethic and Coach Crismon is looking to make a huge run this year!

The Lady Clips are red-hot, what’s at the heart of their success?  The offense is a big part of their success as of late, but is it the defense that makes the biggest impact?

Find out all that and more on this week’s Columbiana Coach’s Corner with Dave Crismon!

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CRESTVIEW BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH AARON BLATCH (EP 2)

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 It’s Season Two of Crestview Coach’s Corner with Aaron Blatch, and with the Lady Rebels off and running in their season we finally had some time to sit down with the Head Ball Coach.

The Lady Rebs have been road warriors early on this season, and have battled their way to a winning record (10-2) to start their campaign.  Now it’s time for some home cooking!

YSN’s DJ Yokley sat down with Coach Blatch to discuss if this team has reached its full potential yet, and what needs to be done to keep pace for their long-term goals in 2019.

We also find out what Coach’s inspiration, and the best advice he learned that makes him the leader he is today!

All that and more on this week’s Crestview Basketball Coach’s Corner with Aaron Blatch!

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CRESTVIEW BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH JEFF WILSON (EP 3)

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The Rebels are on the right track, and it’s going to take all hands on deck for the ship’s course to be righted.

We had the chance to catch up with Coach Wilson after the Reb’s Holiday Tournament win and discuss strategy for the short, and long-term for his squad.

This team is hungry for success, and they may not have to look too far to find it.

Catch up with the Rebs on this week’s Crestview Basketball Coach’s Corner with Jeff Wilson (EP 3)

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SALEM BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH VINCE NITTOLI (EP 1)

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The Lady Quakers are alive!  Half-way through the campaign, the Salem Ladies Basketball Team is catching their stride in a timely fashion.  Led by a great staff of coaches, and a wave of premiere talent on the court, and Vince Nittoli is tasked with putting it all together.

So far-So good.

Nittoli has led his Lady Quakers to an 11-4 record out of the gate, and are contending in one of the toughest conferences in the area.  The Eastern Buckeye Conference.

We caught up for a long overdue, and much-needed conversation with Coach Vince after a win over Carrollton for our first episode of SALEM BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH VINCE NITTOLI.

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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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