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PERIMETER POWER; CLIPPERS OUTLAST LEETONIA

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COLUMBIANA, OH-  Columbiana’s hot start from beyond the arc gave them an early cushion against Eastern Ohio Athletic Conference foe Leetonia, and they cruised to a 78-53 victory Friday night.  Launching early and often, the Clippers drained six treys in the first quarter building a 24-7 lead. Zach Clark and Dalton Whitehair each hit two while Carter Pasco and Ryan Fahs added one apiece in the opening stanza.

Pasco would hit two more three balls in the second quarter as Columbiana took a 37-20 lead into the locker room.  The senior finished with four of the Clippers’ thirteen total threes for 14 points overall. Clark nailed three of his own and finished with 11 points off the bench.  

Ryan Fahs owned the third quarter for the Clips as he scored 15 of his team-high 18.  The Clippers would outscore the Bears 25-11 in the quarter to extend their lead to 62-31.  A balanced attack saw Whitehair finish with 10 while Matt Mazei and Sean Whitehead added 8 and 7 respectively.  

Leetonia’s Ian Davis hit his stride in the second quarter.  He drilled four treys en route to a game-high 24 points. Marco Ferry, Sefton Houlette, and Dylan Lennon each scored 8 for the Bears.

The Clippers move to 6-2 overall and 3-0 in the EOAC and will host Beaver Local tomorrow night here at Richard Berryman Gymnasium.  There will be a freshman game starting at 4:30 before the junior varsity contest.

 

*Story contributed by YSN’s Mark Franken

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE

COLUMBIANA BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH TODD JOHNSON

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COLUMBIANA, OH- It’s “The Nicest Place in America.”  Home to the Columbiana Clippers, and high expectations on the hardwood in 2020.  Coach Todd Johnson has been walking into gymnasiums all over the area this season with a new feeling, one that he and his team are being chased.  The Clippers are now in firm sights in the EOAC, and every team is bringing their A-game when they sit adjacent to the Red and White.

All things considered, it’s not a bad place to be for Coach Johnson, considering in his fourth year, he’s been able to walk the same path as his existing seniors.  Filled with experience, heart, and determination to make 2020 his best, we sat down with the Clipper Captain to discuss the year thus far, and what lies ahead.

Catch up with the Clipper Talk on this week’s Coach’s Corner with Todd Johnson (EP 1.)

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SLOW START LEADS TO BIG FINISH FOR COLUMBIANA

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COLUMBIANA, OH- There were many left scratching their heads after the first quarter ended and the Lady Clippers had a 4-1 lead over United.  Both teams were slow out of the locker room to start things but turned up the scoring the rest of the way, but in the end, Columbiana and the press was too much for United as the Clippers scurried away with a 43-31 victory.

United scored 15 in the second frame and went into the half trailing by just one, but we presume to be a stellar halftime speech from Coach Crismon gave his Clippers plenty of fuel, and a 19 point explosion happened in the third quarter to provide separation.  Senior Kayla Muslovski set the tone with 19 points on the night, which was supplemented by great efforts on both ends of the floor from Grace Hammond (15 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists) Karissa Tringhese (3 points) and Tori Long (6 points.)

The Lady Eagles were paced by Bailey Boosz who had 11 points and 3 rebounds, and Celeste Hofmeister who had a 7-point evening.

Columbiana (4-3, 3-0) will enjoy their break until after the New Year where they’ll play Leetonia at home on January 2nd.  United will head to Lowellville Saturday to take on the Lady Rockets.

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE

 

CLIPPERS BATTLE IN SECOND HALF TO SHAKE QUAKERS

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SALEM, OH- Columbiana survived a scare from Salem on Tuesday.  The Quakers were eager for their first victory of the season against their neighbors of Route 14, but the second-half surge propelled the Clippers to a 70-57 victory.

Coach Johnson’s Clippers were able to post 40 points in the second half when they had just a 2-point lead going into the locker room.

Credit the Quakers with the ability to keep pace with one of the area’s most veteran teams, as Salem is quickly raising eyebrows as a team that is not to be looked over.  Kaleb Caldwell had another impressive outing for Salem with 16, along with Jaren Snyder contributing double digits with 13.

For Columbiana, 3 players were in double figures with Carter Pasco leading the way with 19.  Matt Mazei kept the lane on lockdown with 16 of his own while Sean Whitehead posted 10.

The Clippers will return to action Friday at United while Salem prepares for Springfield Saturday night at 7pm.

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE

FRANKEN CHOOSES ‘GUINS TO CONTINUE CAREER

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COLUMBIANA, OH-  Columbiana Senior Chase Franken has signed a National Letter of Intent to continue his baseball career at Youngstown State University. 

Franken is a three-year starter for Head Coach Ryan Wolf’s Clippers. Franken earned 2nd Team PBR and Honorable Mention All-Ohio honors last season as well as First Team Northeast District.  Additionally, Franken has been named 1st Team All-League his three years as a Clipper.  Franken has a career .455 batting average including 112 hits (second career behind Mitch Davidson’s 113) and school records with 24 doubles, 20 triples, and 47 extra-base hits. Franken also holds the career record in runs scored (102) and triples in a season (8).

On the mound, Franken has amassed 17 wins and 186 strikeouts.  Academically, Franken carries a 3.8 GPA and earned Academic All-Ohio Honors in 2019. Franken also has excelled on the football field as he currently holds three school records, was a three-time all-league selection and earned 2nd team Northeast Inland District honors this past season.

Franken also competes in the summer for the Astro Falcons under the tutelage of Don Pletcher.  Franken was a vital piece of the team that went to the Palomino World Series in 2019.

At YSU, Chase will be under the watchful eye of Dan Bertolini who continues to make it a point to keep local talent in The Valley while competing with some of college baseball’s best programs.

LADY CLIPPERS LIFTOFF AGAINST ROCKETS

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COLUMBIANA, OH- There will be many eyes on the Red and White of Columbiana this year.  Last night, many of those sets of eyes left impressed as the Lady Clippers delivered a big win at home 68-34 over Lowellville.

The Clippers started off slow, but it didn’t take long into the second quarter once to catch their stride.  Kayla Muslovski led all scorers with 31 points, 5 steals, and 3 helpers.  Grace Witmer racked up the G. Burbick Farms player of the game for her efforts of 12 points, 2 blocks, 4 steals, 6 rebounds, and a pair of assists while Grace Hammond also scored a dozen with 8 rebounds to show as well.

Columbiana (1-1) will now turn their attention to Ursuline who they will take on in Youngstown on Thursday Night on YSN.

 

GAME PHOTOS: HERE

AREA PLAYERS HONORED AS D-6 AND D-7 ALL-OHIO

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COLUMBUS, OH- A few names you’ve heard on YSN this year have been honored with All-Ohio recognition this weekend.

Columbiana Senior, Jakob Cross was chosen as a Division VI OPSWA Special Mention Honoree at the Linebacker position.  Cross helped lead his team to another winning season in Columbiana and doubled as the Clipper QB.

Connor Hicks (Senior) from Leetonia was chosen on Division VII’s First-Team Defense as well as teammate Marco Ferry who was chosen Special Mention for a Back.

Warren JFK had representation from Cam Hollobaugh on the D-7 First-Team Defense, as well as Jesse Likens who was placed as Special Mention All-State for a Running Back.  Senior Lineman Earl Hill made Third-Team All-Ohio, while standout pass receiver Sa’vone Williamson joins as a defensive back and lineman Jaylin Turner were selected as Special Mention.

Wellsville was represented as well with Tiger Senior standout Darien Suggs making Special Mention for Defensive Backs.

 

Congratulations to all these Gentlemen on outstanding seasons in 2019, we’re incredibly proud of your efforts and how you represented your family, school, and communities on and off the field this year!  Best of luck in your future endeavors!

CLIPPERS BREEZE PAST LISBON

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LISBON, OH-  The Clippers kept their playoff aspirations in the air on Friday night while handling EOAC business against Lisbon to the tune of 42-6.

Jakob Cross maintained his run on a stellar senior season when he began the game with a 46-yard rushing touchdown to put the Clips ahead for good.  Cross would end the night with 89 yards on the ground with two scores as well as 128 yards through the air and a touchdown strike there as well.  Xathon Cross was efficient with a catch for a score, while Joe Bable entered the painted grass twice on the ground with 3 rushes for 26 yards and 71 yards receiving.

For Lisbon, Tyler Welsch had 2 rushes for 56 yards including a 54-yard touchdown scamper in the fourth quarter.

Columbiana (6-3) who is currently seeded 7th in their region will turn their attention to winless East Palestine to finish the regular season while Lisbon (1-8) plays at United to wrap up their season.

COLUMBIANA FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 8) WITH BOB SPAITE

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For the last time in 2019, Coach Bob Spaite and the Columbiana Clippers played at Firestone Park, as they hosted the Wellsville Tigers. To the joy of the Clipper faithful, the Clips won with an impressive 41-0 shutout. Up next for Columbiana will be a road test as they will travel down to Lisbon to take on the Blue Devils in EOAC play.

The Voice of Columbiana for YSN, Mark Franken, caught up with Coach Spaite to discuss the big win last week over Wellsville but also what we can expect from the Clippers as they will attempt to keep their playoff hopes alive.

 

Episode eight of Columbiana Clippers football coach’s corner with head coach, Bob Spaite, is LIVE!

 

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CLIPPERS DOMINATE TIGERS

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COLUMBINANA, OH- The Columbiana Clippers were clicking on all cylinders picking up their fourth straight victory with a 41-0 drubbing of the Wellsville Tigers. The Clippers scored early and often while stifling the Tigers throughout. Chase Franken rushed for two of the Clippers’ five touchdowns on the ground. Jakob Cross, Hunter Woodring, and Brady Dixon each found paydirt from 2 yards out. Xathon Cross capped the Clipper scoring with a 55-yard interception return before the half. Neither team was able to threaten the goal line in the second half.

Jakob cross passed for 205 yards in the first half connecting with Xathon four times for 72 yards while hitting Justin Rydarowicz twice for 67 yards. Coach Bob Spaite rested his offensive starters the entire second half. The Clippers(5-3) will travel to Lisbon next week. Wellsville (5-3) looks to regroup before hosting Southern Local. Catch those contests on YSNLive.com.

 

*Story contributed by YSN’s Mark Franken