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SALEM, UNITED, AND BEAVER LOCAL SHINE AT COLUMBIANA COUNTY MEET

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EAST PALESTINE, OH- It was a thrilling day at Reid Stadium as the best of Columbiana County competed fiercely in the 2025 Track and Field Championships. Salem dominated the overall standings, securing both the girls’ and boys’ team championships with impressive scores.

On the boys’ side, United’s Danny Milburn put on a clinic in the sprint events, blazing to victory in the 100m (11.29), the 200m (22.63), and earning a solid third-place finish in the 400m (50.78). His teammate Trent Ellyson flexed his muscle in the field events, capturing the discus throw with a commanding 161-09 toss and securing fourth place in the shot put.

Salem’s athletes displayed outstanding depth and talent, highlighted by Hunter Owen’s powerful 50-04.25 victory in the shot put and Lucas Adams taking the long jump with a leap of 20-11.25. In the relay events, Salem’s boys claimed victories in the 4×100 (44.06) and 4×200 (1:32.28), showcasing their balanced strength across sprint events.

East Liverpool’s Julius Jones and Maddox Roach made some noise in the distance events. Jones took home first place in the 800m with a blistering time of 1:55.64, while Roach dominated the 1600m, setting a meet record at 4:19.96. They combined with teammates to capture the 4×400 relay, setting another meet record at 3:25.84.

In girls’ action, Beaver Local’s Mallory Miller dazzled spectators, sprinting to first-place finishes in both the 100m (12.93) and the 200m (26.27), while also anchoring her team to second place in the 4×200 relay. Her teammate Ralyn Gilson cruised to victory in the 300m hurdles (49.33) and secured second in the 100m hurdles.

Salem’s girls dominated the long-distance track events, led by Maggie Hopple and Maggie Hall. Hopple won the 1600m (5:15.82), closely followed by Hall, who finished second, and Hall later grabbed the 800m title (2:28.38), reversing roles with Hopple who placed second.

Southern’s Maddy Jones owned the throwing events, capturing gold in both the discus (124-06) and the shot put (38-04.25). Salem’s Madolyn Gorby and Peyton Colbert led the high jump event, finishing first and second, respectively.

Adding inspiration to the meet, Beaver Local’s Savannah Nign set a new stadium record in the girls’ wheelchair shot put (11-00.00), impressively surpassing her own previous best.

Ultimately, the Salem Quakers left no doubt about their prowess, winning the girls’ team competition with 174 points and topping the boys’ team standings with 147. East Liverpool and Beaver Local showed commendable performances, taking home second and third places, respectively.

It was a memorable day of competition, highlighting athletic excellence across Columbiana County.

BEAVERS BREAK THROUGH AGAINST EAST LIVERPOOL

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- Beaver Local crushed their rival from East Liverpool  13-1 on Monday. The Beavers dropped the hammer in the top of the third when an error put one on the board, then Brylee Curtis doubled it up for two more.

But the real fireworks came in the fourth. Beaver Local raked six runs on six hits: Brenna Jones doubled one in, Lora Reeder and Addie Thurik each singled one in, Ciara Call added another, an error pushed one in, and Ally Wright doubled to seal the inning.

East Liverpool Potters managed a lone run in the bottom of the sixth off a solo homer by Cate Davis, but it was too little, too late.

On the mound, Megan Henrich was lights out for Beaver Local, tossing seven innings, giving up just one run on five hits while striking out three and issuing three walks. For East Liverpool, Davis took the loss, going seven innings and allowing 13 runs (eight earned) on 16 hits, with six strikeouts and one walk.

Offensively, Beaver Local piled up 16 hits. Call and Thurik were the spark plugs, each driving in three runs, while Curtis led the charge with three hits in five at-bats. Jones chipped in with two hits, and Thurik stole two bases as the team rumbled with four stolen bases overall. They even turned one double play.

On the flip side, Davis went 2-for-3 with an RBI for East Liverpool, who also turned a double play. Next up, Beaver Local is headed to East Liverpool on Wednesday to keep the momentum rolling.

POTTERS SWINGING STRONG TO START THINGS OFF

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By Gary Burton

EAST LIVERPOOL OH-  Scoring 38 runs in their first two games the potters have the bats in full swing mode. East Liverpool was able to roll on Monday 17-7 over Southern.

The Potters put 7 runs up in the top of the first and never looked back. Leading the way on the mound was Cate Davis pitching 6 innings striking out 4 at the plate the potters were led by freshman Addie Jones with 4 hits including a 2-run homer 2- doubles a single and 7 RBI.  Trinity Pearson had 2 hits including a triple and 3 RBI followed by Cate Davis 2 hits including a double and 3 RBI.

For Southern Gianna Pecorelli led the attack with 3 hits including a home run and Kennedy Lewis had 2 hits.

Potters return to action to host Edison on Wednesday, while Southern plays East Canton on Wednesday

RUDIBAUGH CAN ROLL IT

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- East Liverpool’s early-dawning bowling prodigy, Addison Rudibaugh, has undeniably etched her name into the lanes across Ohio. Joining the elite ranks as a third-year state qualifier, Addison manifested her bowling prowess by seizing second place in this year’s prestigious state championship with a striking score of 668.

Throughout the recent episode of the YSN Podcast, hosts DJ Yokley and Anthony Hartwig explored Addison’s remarkable journey. Reflecting on what has been a “dream come true,” Addison acknowledged her long-held aspiration to reach states, which she has now actualized for three consecutive years. “Ever since I was little, I always wanted to go to states for bowling in high school,” she shared enthusiastically.

Rudibaugh’s journey from feeling the initial nerves as a sophomore at her first state appearance to confidently approaching her third showcase exemplifies a mental maturity well beyond her years. She credits maintaining a positive mindset and the powerful motivation provided by her father as key components in her successful performances.

Interestingly, the roots of Addison’s passion trace back to her family’s legacy at their local bowling alley. Beginning to bowl since she “could walk,” Addison not only developed her skills on the family-owned lanes but also nurtured connections that have spanned across multiple states, embracing the communal aspect of the sport she cherishes.

Beyond her high school achievements, Addison eagerly outlines aspirations such as joining the PWBA, exploring coaching opportunities, and potentially advancing to the PBA regionals. She is steadfast in her commitment to cultivating young talent, intending to inspire the next generation of bowlers in East Liverpool.

As Addison Rudibaugh embraces the future, East Liverpool’s community stands strong behind her, celebrating both her current successes and her inspired ambitions.

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POTTERS SURVIVE A SCARE FROM CARROLLTON

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- East Liverpool nearly let this one slip away, but in the end, they did just enough to punch their ticket to the next round. The Potters built a 32-23 lead at the half and stayed in control heading into the fourth, up 43-36. But Carrollton made it a dogfight down the stretch, cutting it to a one-point game before time ran out. East Liverpool escaped with a 47-46 win.

Cohen Pease led the way with 12 points, while Blake Adkins added 11. Nate Birch, Quintin Conrad, and Gavin Wright each chipped in 6 to round out the scoring.

With the win, the Potters advance to the district semifinals, where they’ll square off against Maysville on Tuesday.

POTTERS COMEBACK IN THE FINAL FRAME

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- East Liverpool saved their best for last Tuesday night, storming back in the fourth quarter to take down rival Beaver Local 63-57 in the OVAC 4A semifinals. The Potters had trailed the entire game, entering the final frame down 50-43, but they flipped the switch when it mattered most, outscoring Beaver Local 20-7 in the fourth to complete the comeback.

Cohen Pease led the way with 15 points, while Nate Birch added 14. D’Shawn Kirby chipped in 10, and Quintin Conrad, Blake Adkins, and Gavin Wright each tacked on 8 to help fuel the rally. For Beaver Local, Owen Hill dropped a game-high 16, Hunter Warrick scored 13, Luke Rettos added 8, and Aiden Dray finished with 7.

With the win, East Liverpool moves on to the OVAC 4A Championship on Saturday against Cambridge. Tip-off is set for 10:00 AM at the ECO Center in St. Clairsville. Beaver Local will host St. Clairsville in the OVAC consolation game on Friday.

STRONG POTTER OFFENSE NOT QUITE ENOUGH

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- East Liverpool put up plenty of points Friday night, but Steubenville had just a little more firepower, handing the Potters an 88-72 loss.

Quintin Conrad led the way with 18 points, while Cohen Pease added 14. Nate Birch dropped 13, and Blake Adkins chipped in 12 as East Liverpool kept pace but couldn’t slow down Big Red. The Potters will look to bounce back Tuesday when they host rival Beaver Local.

POTTERS PUT IT TOGETHER IN REGULAR SEASON FINALE

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- East Liverpool closed out the regular season on a high note, taking down Weirton 46-33 to build some momentum heading into the tournament.

Cate Davis led the way with 14 points, knocking down four threes to fuel the offense. Lanease Andrews added 11, while Ansley Galeoti chipped in 8 as the Potters handled business.

Now, it’s all about postseason play. East Liverpool sets its sights on a sectional matchup against Maysville on February 13th.

WRESTLING WEDNESDAYS WITH GARY ALTHISER (EP 7) FEATURING EVAN PROTOPAPA

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In a recent feature on YSN’s Wrestling Wednesdays, Evan Protopapa, the junior wrestling standout from Austintown Fitch, shared insights into his journey and aspirations in the sport. Despite being an underclassman, Protopapa has taken on the mantle of leadership as one of the captains of a predominantly young team, showcasing his maturity and dedication to the sport.

Protopapa’s commitment to wrestling became evident when he decided to focus solely on the sport beginning his freshman year, putting aside his time with travel soccer to hone his skills on the mat. His dedication has been rewarded with a captaincy role, a testament to the respect he has earned from both his peers and coaches. The young wrestler thrives on the deep competition within the Austintown Fitch program, where he cites the camaraderie and rigorous training environment as key factors in his development. His drilling partner, Joey Janis, a senior, plays a crucial role in pushing him to excel during practice sessions. With a clear focus on his goals, Protopapa aims for the state podium, citing this as his chief aspiration. His competitive spirit is matched by a well-rounded approach to wrestling, as evidenced by his disciplined diet of chicken and rice, which reflects his commitment to maintaining peak physical condition.

Beyond the physical demands, Protopapa acknowledges the importance of mental preparation in wrestling. He emphasizes keeping a positive mindset as crucial to his success, a lesson that has been reinforced by his coach, John Bird, whom he credits as a significant motivator. Off the mat, Protopapa is equally passionate about academics, particularly in math. This balanced approach to student-athlete life underscores his dedication both as a wrestler and a scholar. Concluding the interview, Protopapa expressed gratitude to those who have supported him along the way, including his mother, his coaches, and fellow wrestlers, showcasing the network of support that fuels his drive to succeed. Evan Protopapa’s journey is a testament to the values of hard work, focus, and leadership—qualities that make him a rising star in the Austintown Fitch wrestling program. As he continues to strive for excellence, the local wrestling community watches with anticipation, eager to see his potential come to fruition on the state stage.

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BEAVERS GET A SPECIAL WIN ON A SPECIAL NIGHT

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EAST LIVERPOOL OH- The atmosphere was electric in the Beaver Dome on Thursday night as Beaver Local and East Liverpool squared off in one of the area’s biggest rivalries. Emotions ran high, not just because of the game, but also as both communities came together to support each other in the wake of a tragic shooting that shook the area on Wednesday. When the ball tipped, Beaver Local brought the heat, snapping a losing streak against East Liverpool that stretched back to 2017.

Owen Hill led the Beavers with a game-high 25 points, while Luke Rettos dropped 17, and Hunter Warrick and Matt Anderson added 8 and 6 points, respectively. For East Liverpool, Nate Birch paced the Potters with 18 points, Quintin Conrad chipped in 16, and Blake Adkins put up 10.

Both teams will hit the road Saturday for Buckeye 8 matchups at St. Clairsville. Beaver Local faces Cambridge at 4:00, and East Liverpool takes on St. Clairsville at 6:00.