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DRU FLEW BY BIG DOGS OF THE VALLEY IN WEEK EIGHT

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BELOIT, OH- Dru DeShields has won the Baird Brothers Big Dog of the Valley in week eight after guiding West Branch to back-to-back mammoth EBC victories over Alliance and Carrollton. The Warriors sit at 8-1 on the season, while rattling off eight consecutive victories after dropping the close battle in week one to Canfield.

DeShields is putting together an unbelievable senior season, throwing for 2,543 with 176 completions and 35 touchdowns. DeShields is averaging close to 300 yards passing in each game, while only tossing 1 interception this entire season. Not only does he beat you with his arm, but he also does it with his feet. DeShields has ran for 485 yards with 7 touchdowns on the ground this season.

The Warriors sit as the number one seed in division four region thirteen with one game left to play against rival Salem. Our YSN crew had a chance to catch up with DeShields earlier in the season. Check out this interview with week eight Big Dog of the Valley Dru DeShields brought to you by:

 

YOU KNOW DRU CAN DO IT ALL

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BELOIT OH- One of the most highly anticipated players to watch coming in to the 2022 season is West Branch quarterback Dru DeShields.  It’s crazy to think that while knowing at the beginning of last season, it was unknown to the public how Dru would handle the varsity starting role. He has such an incredible 2021 season that he has went from question mark to exclamation point in the blink of an eye.

Dru is not the guy to buy into outside pressure. He hasn’t heard the noise that success has brought him. That is an incredible sign of maturity. It is easy to let success weigh as pressure on the shoulders, but the only pressure Dru feels is being the best teammate he can be. He has definitely had to prove his worth as a leader this off-season. He has built relationships with a bunch of new receivers to keep this Warriors offense running on all cylinders.  He’ll never read the headlines, or listen to the media clips, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore the hype. Dru is making a ton of noise, and you have to listen!

Dru was able to come on to YSN’s Running Point this week to talk about his senior season under center. He talks with Richie Juliano and Anthony Hartwig about the lessons he had learned coming up, building an unbreakable bond with his team, and much more. Check out the latest West Branch Player Profile only on YSN.

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JUST HOW THEY DRU IT UP

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BELOIT OH- West Branch has quickly become one of the most feared offenses in the area. In fact, according to yippo sports, West Branch’s 49.7 points per game ranks at the top of the state of Ohio. A massive reason for the Warriors prolific success is the play of new quarterback Dru DeShields. DeShields has been a quarterback his whole life, but last season, he moved to wide receiver to help Brock Hillyer do his thing under center. Now, it’s Dru’s ball to command, and boy oh boy has he taken it with stride. DeShields has inserted himself into the conversation of “best quarterbacks in the area.” West Branch comes in to Week 8 with an undefeated record, and will try to keep it perfect on the road at Alliance.

Dru won Week 4 of Baird Brothers Big Dogs of the Valley. The West Branch community has stepped up and madd it back to back weeks with West Branch football players at the top. Dru took the time to come on to YSN’s Running Point to talk about his season. He chats with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about his development as a player, the biggest reasons for his success, and much more. Don’t miss out on the latest West Branch Football player profile “Just How They Dru It Up.”

 

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WARRIORS DROP A HEARTBREAKER TO MARLINGTON

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BELOIT OH-It was a big EBC clash on Friday night that just may be the key in who finishes on top at the end of the season.  The West Branch Warriors dropped a tough 1 point contest to the Dukes of Marlington 40 -39. It was the Warriors second loss of the season.

The Warriors led most of the game, but Marlington blew the doors open in the fourth quarter. They outscored the Warriors 16-4 in the final frame to secure the one point win.

Senior Dru DeShields led the now 4-2 Warriors with 16 points  Josh Gregory and Nick Wilson had 8 points each.

West Branch travels to Lake Center Christian on Tuesday night.

WARRIORS GET REVENGE OVER URSULINE

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BELOIT OH- It was Ursuline who ended West Branch’s season last year in the sectional finals, and Tuesday night, the two teams would meet again in West Branch’s gym. The Warriors found sweet revenge in a 58-47 win over the Irish.

Three Warriors ended in double figures. Dru DeShields led the Warriors with 17. Jaxon Hendershot has a strong night with 15 points. Josh Gregory contributed 10 points as well.

Terrence Pankey led Ursuline in scoring with a game-high 25 points.

West Branch moves on to travel to Canfield on Friday night. Ursuline has a week to prepare for a road trip to Lake Catholic.

WEST BRANCH BREAKS OUT AGAINST RAIDERS

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BELOIT OH- West Branch and South Range boys opened the season on Friday night. It was the only show in town, and the Warriors were the ones who shined on the big stage. The separated themselves and never let go of their lead in a 55-40.

Justin Hendershott was Electric for the Warriors finishing with a game high 17 points. Dru DeShields was also in double figures with 10.

Michael Patrone led the Raiders with 14 points. Corey Penick added 7 points off the bench. Nate Brown was his usual defensive self, forcing 3 offensive fouls. Brown finished last season top 5 in the state in charges taken.

West Branch moves on to host Ravenna on Tuesday.

The Raiders want to rebound as they are currently scheduled to host Canfield on December 8th.

 

WARRIORS CROWNED EBC CHAMPS

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BELOIT OH- Even though both teams came in to week 6 undefeated, there was no question who the better team was on Friday between West Branch and Canton South. With the EBC on the line, the Warriors routed their way to a 44-14 victory.

Brock Hillyer went 18 of 24 with 247 yards and 5 touchdowns. Nick Wilson tied the school record for receptions in a game with 7 catches for 109 yards and 4 touchdowns. Dru DeShields intercepted the Wildcats twice.

West Branch is the 3 seed in Division IV Region 13. They await the winner of East Liverpool against Gilmour Academy.

DESHIELDS CARRIES WARRIORS PAST CARROLTON

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CARROLTON OH- Brock Hillyer couldn’t play Friday night as the West Branch quarterback, but that wouldn’t slow them down against a good Carrolton team. Dru DeShields stepped up as a back up and led West  Branch to a 37-20 victory.

DeShields gained a combined 302 yards on the night between his throwing, and running. He was also responsible for 4 Warrior touchdowns. Alek Wilison finished with 83 receiving yards and a touchdown.

West Branch remains undefeated and will host East Liverpool in week 5. The Potters are coming off of a loss to Crestview.

FALCONS SWEEP THEIR WAY TO GLORY

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STRUTHERS OH- The Astro Falcons finishes off the 16U Championship series with a 10-0 win over Knightline to sweep the series. The Astros only scored in two innings, unfortunately for Knightline, one inning was an eight run one.

Stephen Tarnoci went 1-1 with a run scored and 2 RBI. Cole Constable went 1-3 with a run scored and a RBI. Aiden Miller went 1-1 with a RBI. Seth Cervello went 1-2 with a RBI.

Knightline only managed 1 hit and it came from Teagan McCurdy who went 1-2. Dru DeShields and Mikey Sciortino both walked once.

Anthony Miller brought home the championship victory for the Falcons. He went 5 innings giving up 0 runs on 1 hit and striking out 7.

 

KNIGHTLINE SURGES INTO THE CHAMPIONSHIP

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STRUTHERS OH- Things we’re looking bleak for Knightline in their decisive Game 3 against Dura Edge on Sunday. Going into the bottom of 7th inning Knightline trailed 11-7. They ballooned for 5 runs to walk off into the Championship and win 12-11.

Anthony Massucci shines for Knightline’s offense. He went 3-5 with 4 RBI. Gavin Mauger went 2-3 with 2 runs scored and 2 RBI. Guy Young went 1-2 with a walk and 2 RBI.

Despite the loss, Dura Edge did not struggle offensively. Joe Bobusci led the charge going 3-3 with a run scored, a walk, and a RBI. Nick Kingerski went 2-4 with a run scored and 2 RBI. Kyle Yost went 2-3 with a walk and a RBI.

Dru DeShields was awarded the victory on the bump for Dura Edge. He went 3 innings and gave up 9 earned runs on 12 hits. He struck out 5.