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WARRIORS CHARGE COLUMBIANA

By Michael Ginocchi 


Beloit, OH
–  West Branch welcomed Columbiana for a non conference game to Beloit. The Clippers came in with a solid 9-3 record, hoping to give West Branch a good test. Unfortunately, it was all Warriors from the jump and Coach Loudens team cruised to a 74-47 victory. 

 

Once again, West Branch was excellent defensively. They were able to take away the three-ball, which is something Columbiana does well. Offensively, Joey Jackson was able to find his rhythm, scoring 18 points. He said, “I just continue to work hard, and It’s nice to see the results pay off. I keep getting better.”Jaxon Robb was once again  lights out. Robb connected on three triples to also score 18. Cooper Anderson and Gavin Gregory each scored 9 points, while Camden Lane dished out some sweet assists to help his teammates score.

 

It was a tough night for the Clippers as they struggled to rebound and score. Seth Struharik led his team with 12 points. Ian Less connected on 3 shots from beyond the arch to give him 9. Devin Daughtery scored 7 and Alex Euebio contributed 6 for Columbiana. 

 

With the win, West Branch improves to a red hot 11-2 on the season. The Warriors will stay unbeaten inside the EBC against a much improved 8-4 Minerva team on Friday. Columbiana drops to 9-4 with the loss. The Clippers look to bounce back against LIsbon at home in a tough EOAC matchup. The Blue Devils are currently 11-2 and sit atop of the conference.

 

 

CLIPPERS DEFENSE GROUNDS LOWELLVILLE

COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana continued their strong season on Monday, hosting a determined Lowellville team and securing a convincing 40-24 victory.

Averi Marshall led the scoring charge for Columbiana with an impressive 15 points, supported by Ellie Venezia with 8 points, and Evy Rapp and Megan Moser each contributing 5 points.

On the Lowellville side, Serinna Tych and Isabella Wilrich both tallied 8 points in their effort against the tough Columbiana squad.

With this win, Columbiana (12-2) maintains their solid form and looks ahead to Thursday when they host Lisbon in the EOAC. Meanwhile, Lowellville (5-9) will have a week off before their next matchup, hosting Springfield next Monday as they aim to regroup and bounce back.

RIDGE RINGS THE VICTORY BELL AGAIN

In a thrilling non-conference showdown between two one-loss teams, Mineral Ridge emerged victorious, outlasting Columbiana with a final score of 45-39.

Mineral Ridge was led by Ava Hulett’s impressive performance, scoring 22 points, while Gianna Gilbert added 10 points and Ava Carkido contributed 7 points to secure the win.

Columbiana fought hard, with Ellie Venezia leading their efforts with 13 points, closely followed by Megan Moser with 12 points and Evy Rapp adding 5 points.

With this hard-fought triumph, Mineral Ridge advances to a stellar 13-1 record and gears up for their next challenge at home against McDonald on Thursday. Meanwhile, Columbiana, now 11-2, will aim to bounce back on Monday as they host Lowellville.

CLIPPERS NARROW THE FIELD IN THE EOAC

SALINEVILLE OH- In a pivotal matchup on Thursday, Columbiana made a significant impact in the EOAC by breaking a three-way tie at the top, reducing it to two. The Clippers secured a road victory against Southern with a final score of 35-26.

Columbiana’s standout performances included Averi Marshall leading the charge with 17 points, Ellie Venezia contributing 11 points, and Evy Rapp adding 7 points. Southern’s efforts were led by Ashley Shroades with 10 points and Alyssa Shroades with 8 points.

With a now 11-1 record, Columbiana looks ahead to a non-conference matchup on the road against Mineral Ridge on Saturday. Meanwhile, Southern, holding a 7-4 record, is set to travel to East Liverpool for their next challenge on Wednesday.

CLIPPERS OFFENSE EXPLODES AGAINST EP

COLUMBIANA, OH- The Traveling Trophy between Columbiana and East Palestine will stay in place for another year thanks to an 81-46 final on Tuesday Night.

Columbiana Junior Seth Struharik was unstoppable on offense, as Agent Zero tallied a game-high 24 points on the night, including six splashes from deep.  Senior Alex Eusebio had a career night with 13 points, and Maddox Brown was also in double figures with 11, and dunked one down for all in attendance.  Other key contributors for the Clippers included Cam Clancy, and Ian Less who each posted 7 respectively.  Devin Daugherty had eight points, Cooper Brown had six, and Santino Gaglione had five in the win.

For East Palestine, Will Dixon got it done all over the floor while finishing with 12 points and led the Bulldogs in scoring.  Kyler Bourne showcased incredible work in the paint and finished with 10 points, while the Bulldogs were supplemented by a group effort RJ May and Drw Bycroft had 8 points, and Owen Jurjavcic had six.

The Clippers (8-3, 6-1) remain one loss behind EOAC-leading Lisbon, but those two will tie up next Friday to settle the score.  East Palestine will drop to 3-7 overall and 1-6 in the conference.  The Clippers will visit Southern on Friday, and EP will play host the Lisbon in the Dog Pound.

FIRST PLACE ON THE LINE NEXT FOR COLUMBIANA

COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana geared up for a crucial showdown for first place in the EOAC with a commanding 53-22 victory over East Palestine on Monday. Averi Marshall led the Clippers’ charge with 14 points, complemented by Evy Rapp, Taylor Along, and Megan Moser each contributing 7 points.

East Palestine’s efforts were led by Gabby Andre and Marley Blythe, both scoring 6 points.

With this win, Columbiana boasts a 10-1 record, setting the stage for a pivotal clash against Southern Local on Thursday. The match will determine the leader in the EOAC. East Palestine, now at 5-6, looks ahead to a Wednesday matchup against East Liverpool.

CLIPPERS CRUISE TO A WEEKEND VICTORY

COLUMBIANA OH- In a swift and commanding performance on Saturday’s early afternoon, Columbiana dominated Brookfield with a decisive 42-11 victory, securing their ninth win of the season.

Columbiana’s Ellie Venezia led the charge with an impressive 13 points, supported by Evy Rapp, who contributed 9 points, and Averi Marshall, adding 6 points.

Brookfield faced a challenging defensive effort from Columbiana, with Mya Jumper managing 5 points to lead the Warriors.

With the win, Columbiana (9-1) looks ahead to Monday’s matchup against East Palestine, aiming to extend their successful season. Meanwhile, Brookfield (4-8) seeks a rebound in form as they take on Garfield on Monday.

CLIPPERS KEEPING UP THE PACE

COLUMBIANA OH- In an authoritative performance on Friday night, Columbiana showcased their strength at home, securing a commanding 61-18 victory over Leetonia in EOAC action.

Seth Struharik led the Clippers’ scoring effort with an impressive 17 points, demonstrating his offensive prowess on the court. Supported by a well-distributed team effort, Columbiana had eight other players contribute to the scoring column, emphasizing their depth and collaborative play.

Maddox Brown (11 points) and Ian Less (10 points) also made significant contributions to Columbiana’s offensive output, underscoring the team’s balance.

Leetonia faced a tough challenge against the Clippers’ defensive prowess, with Carson Brock (5 points) and Ashbee Merritt (4 points) providing notable offensive efforts for the Bears.

With this resounding victory, Columbiana improves to a 7-3 record and looks ahead to their next matchup at home against East Palestine on Tuesday. Leetonia (2-9) will regroup for their upcoming game on the road against Southern on Tuesday.

CLIPPERS CANT BE STOPPED

Columbiana Dominates Mineral Ridge in a 61-15 Victory

Columbiana asserted their dominance on Tuesday night as they hosted Mineral Ridge, delivering a commanding 61-15 victory. The Clippers showcased a balanced scoring attack, stifling the Rams and securing a convincing win.

Devin Dougherty led the way for Columbiana with an impressive 16-point performance, highlighting his scoring prowess. Maddox Brown contributed 12 points, while Seth Struharik and Ian Less added 11 and 10 points, respectively, underscoring the Clippers’ well-distributed offensive effort.

For Columbiana, the victory propels them to a 6-3 record as they prepare to resume league play on Friday against Leetonia at home. Meanwhile, Mineral Ridge, now standing at 3-5, will regroup for their upcoming matchup as they play host to Lowellville on Friday.

UNITED CAUSES CHAOS IN THE EOAC

HANOVERTON OH- United stirred up significant chaos in the EOAC on Monday with a stunning 53-43 victory over Columbiana. The Eagles wasted no time, jumping out to an impressive 20-5 lead after the first quarter. This win creates a three-way tie for the top spot in the EOAC between United, Columbiana, and Southern.

Leading the charge for United, Grace Knight scored 14 points, followed closely by Addy Blazer with 13 points. Sam Lippiatt contributed 9 points, while Grayson Kidder and Katie Dees added 8 and 7 points, respectively.

Columbiana, facing a rare setback, saw notable performances from Ellie Venezia, who scored 14 points, and contributions from Evy Rapp and Averi Marshall with 9 and 8 points, respectively.

With this pivotal win, United advances to a 7-1 record and looks ahead to a matchup against JFK on Wednesday, December 27th. Meanwhile, Columbiana, now also at 7-1, will regroup during the holiday break and resume action in the new year, hosting Leetonia on January 4th. The intense competition in the EOAC promises an exciting continuation of the season.