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POTTERS PROVING PROMINANT

EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- In a deeply rooted football matchup that showcased the East Liverpool Potters against the Indian Creek team, it was the Potters who secured a convincing 27-7 victory.

The first quarter set the tone for the game, as Jaymin Haney of the East Liverpool Potters executed a 1-yard touchdown run, propelling his team to an early 7-0 lead. The Potters wasted no time in making their presence felt on the field.

As the game progressed into the second quarter, the Potters continued to assert their dominance. A 36-yard pass from their quarterback Gavin Wright connected with Burchett, extending their lead to 13-0. The Indian Creek team responded with determination, managing a 9-yard touchdown run by Zach Byard, closing the gap to 13-7.

However, the East Liverpool Potters weren’t done yet. They orchestrated a spectacular 98-yard touchdown pass, with Wright delivering a school record-breaking throw to his teammate Burchett. This play further solidified the Potters’ lead at 20-7, showcasing their prowess in execution thus far in 2023.

The momentum carried into the fourth quarter, where the Potters continued to shine. Gavin Wright, displaying his running talents, achieved a 12-yard touchdown run, further extending the Potters’ advantage to 27-7. This final touchdown sealed the victory for the Potters, capping off a remarkable display of offensive prowess and determination.

East Liverpool moves to 2-0 on the season.

NO FIRST GAME JITTERS FOR CRESTVIEW

By Chris Sigler 

 

Anticipation for the start of the season is always something that builds in all players, coaches and fans alike. This season was no different for the Crestview and East Liverpool volleyball teams each coming off 20 win campaigns and deep postseason runs. Last season these two teams would meet in October with the Rebels suffering their first set loss in 15 matches at the hands of the Potters before eventually coming out on top. That competitive contest set the stage for the highly anticipated 2023 season opener. This year however Crestview proved why they are thought of as one of the best teams in Division III quickly dispatching East Liverpool 25-15, 25-18, 25-14 at Potter Fieldhouse on Wednesday.

Crestview’s Grace Auer showed why she is considered one of the best all around players in the area. The Rebel senior filled the stat sheet with 10 kills, 19 assists, 6 aces, 17 digs, and 18 points. Teammate and Division 1 recruit Abbey Emch made life difficult for the Potters at the net all night. The University of Pittsburgh commit came through with 17 kills, 5 blocks and 8 digs. Lainey Auer would add 7 kills,12 assists, 9 digs while Julia Blasko contributed 14 digs and 17 points for the Rebels.

East Liverpool was led by Peyton Maze with 5 kills, 9 assists. Kamryn Yanni added 11 assists and Faith Grafton led the Potters defensively with 17 digs. East Liverpool (0-1) takes to the road on Thursday as they visit Brooke.

Crestview (1-0) opens up MVAC play looking to keep their early season momentum as they pay a visit to Liberty on Thursday.

POTTERS KEEP THEIR EYES ON THE GREEN

By Chris Sigler 

 

EAST LIVERPOOL OH- Long time rivals took to the links on Tuesday as Beaver Local traveled to East Liverpool as each team looked to secure bragging rights over the other. It was the Potters on this day that came away with the tight victory over the Beavers 195-199 at East Liverpool Country Club.

East Liverpool’s Aaron Dieringer took medalist honors with a round of 43. Preston Dawson carded a 45 while teammate Brody Vulgamore contributed a 49. The Beavers were led by Owen Hill with a 44, Andre Wiegand added a 47 and Britton Hickman posted a 52.

LADY REBELS RUN RAMPANT IN THE RAIN

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The Rebels and the Potters welcomed the start of 2023 girls soccer Monday night as East Liverpool played host to the visiting Crestview squad. The party got kicked off right on time with a killer rendition of the national anthem and then they were underway. Mother nature brought enough rain for both teams, which set the stage for. opening night. The Lady Rebels made sure not to show up empty handed, bringing all the goals for the night.

Karagin Miller opened scoring early for Crestview with a goal in the 3 rd minute of play. Potter Nation was unfazed by the early goal and the girls regrouped valiantly, slowing the Rebel attack for quite some time, but the senior leadership and experience of Crestview proved to be too much. Goals by Sydney Wellman, Bailey Wonner and Rylee Shaffer were enough to put Crestview firmly in control through the first half of play. The Potters found themselves with some opportunities during the first half, with a couple runs past the Rebel back line and some balls that bounced around in the box long enough to keep both fan bases on their toes, but key saves by Lexi Huff. and great combined effort by the defense helped keep the sheet clean at the half.

The rain would let up by the start of the 2 nd half but the Rebel attack did not. Seniors Karagin Miller and Rylee Shaffer both found the back of the net from distance. Rylee placing a great ball in the top corner from somewhere near the 18 and Karagin taking advantage of space she found from what seemed like the Newell bridge and driving another home for the Rebels. At one point, Crestview strikers seemed to be racing to a hat trick, with Senior captains Rylee, Karagin, and Bailey – plus sophomore Syd Wellman all sitting at 2 goals. It was Miller who was able to capitalize for a 3rd goal, as she would lead both teams in scoring on the night. Finally, freshman Bri DiCross was determined to get the 2027 class in on the scoring and slipped one past the keeper for her 1st varsity goal. Crestview will take a week off before kicking off MVAC league play against Springfield in their home opener next Wednesday. The Potters will look to regroup and grab their first win against Oak Glen on Thursday.

Scoring: Karagin Miller (3), Bailey Wonner (2), Rylee Shaffer (2), Sydney Wellman (2), Bri DiCross (1)

EAST LIVERPOOL LEAVES IT ALL ON THE FIELD

EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- What a way for the East Liverpool Potters to leave a lasting impression on their home field.  The Potters defeated Minerva 11-1 in sectional play to start their tournament on Monday.

Jake Smith was the ace as he pitched a gem going 7 innings and only gave up 2 hits. Smith struck out 11 Minerva batters along the way to seal the deal.

Mason Ludwig was 3-3 at the plate with a 2-run home run. Nate Kelly and Nate Birch each had two hits.

The Potters didn’t commit an error in the field. The team travels to Indian Valley and will play on the second round of the OHSAA tournament at 5pm.

ET PHONES HOME (A LOT)

EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- Three years ago, a young East Liverpool freshman was thrust onto center stage in the YSN All-Star game to represent a city, a community, and a program with an incredible amount of history, pride, and notoriety.  Fast forward to the present day, and that same young man- now a junior in class, has helped bring much of those friendly reminders of Potter Country back to the forefront.

Evan Tice has once again put together a tremendous season behind the dish for the Potters, and has morphed into a leader on the team with his experience, talent, and work ethic.

As Tice and the Blue and White prepare for the OHSAA tournament, Evan cut loose for a few minutes to talk to DJ Yokley of YSN to discuss how the transition of underclassman to leadership has gone, as well as how he sees himself projecting at the next level.

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POTTERS GRAB STRONG SWEEP OF HEATED RIVALS

EAST LIVERPOOL OH- East Liverpool snatched the lead late in the game in a 12-5 victory over Beaver Local on Friday. East Liverpool was down 5-4 in the top of the seventh inning when Mason Ludwig homered on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring three runs.

East Liverpool earned the victory despite allowing Beaver Local to score three runs in the second inning.

The Beavers got on the board in the first inning. They scored one run when Mike Mckenzie singled.

Ludwig earned the victory on the hill for the Potters. The pitcher surrendered five runs on eight hits over five innings, striking out ten. Eli Suznevich threw two innings in relief out of the bullpen.

East Liverpool launched one home run on the day. Ludwig went deep in the seventh inning.

The Potters tallied nine hits in the game. Anderson Fitch, Malachi Reed, and Suznevich each managed multiple hits. Suznevich, Reed, and Fitch each collected two hits to lead the way. The Potters tore up the base paths, as four players stole at least two bases. Fitch led the way with two.

The Beavers racked up 11 hits in the game. Mckenzie and Colin Dailey each racked up multiple hits. Mckenzie led the offense with three hits in four at bats. Beaver Local didn’t commit a single error in the field. Dailey had seven chances in the field, the most on the team.

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POTTERS PACE THE WAY IN OPENER

EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- The East Liverpool Potters snatched the lead late in the game in a 9-3 victory over Edison on Wednesday. The game was tied at two with East Liverpool Varsity Potters batting in the bottom of the fifth when Anderson Fitch doubled on a 2-1 count, scoring two runs to clinch the first win of the season for the Potters.

East Liverpool got on the board in the second inning. Arron Direonger grounded out but drove in a run.

In the bottom of the fourth inning, the Potters tied things up at two. Fitch hit into a fielder’s choice, scoring one run.

Malachi Reed was on the mound for East Liverpool. Reed surrendered three runs on five hits over seven innings, striking out three.

Bryce Rodger led things off on the pitcher’s mound for Edison. The hurler went five innings, allowing six runs on six hits, striking out three, and walking one.

East Liverpool racked up eight hits in the game. Fitch, Evan Tice, Reed, and Mason Ludwig each managed multiple hits for the Potters. Ludwig, Reed, Tice, and Fitch each managed two hits to lead East Liverpool.

Bryce Rodgers went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead Edison in hits.

EAST LIVERPOOL BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH NATE CONLEY

EAST LIVERPOOL, OHIO- The East Liverpool men’s basketball team has experienced all of the typical things in a basketball season. These typical things include a little mid-season road block, but with help from Head Coach Nate Conley, the Potters have been able to turn things around and now are just one win away from a Division II District Championship. Conley and his group of young men have been tested and have prepared for every obstacle that they have came across and have made the proper adjustments to make a tournament run.

Coach Conley had the opportunity to sit down with YSN”s Matt Morrison to talk about the crazy season that his team has had and as well as their matchup against Maysville in the district final that will occur on Saturday night at 7. Check out this exclusive interview only on YSN!

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POTTERS VAULT INTO OVAC TITLE GAME

EAST LIVERPOOL OHIO – The East Liverpool boys basketball team got a big, 53-38 victory over in-conference rival Indian Creek Tuesday night.

Preston Kerr headlined the scoring department for the Potters scoring 19 points, helped out by teammates Cohen Pease who had 11 points and Jake Smith who had 10 points. Those three Potters were the three players to reach double figures with four other players contributing in the overall team tally.

With the win, the Potters improved their season record to 13-6 as the team will now begin to prepare for Saturday’s matchup against the Weir Red Raiders at 2 p.m in the OVAC 4A title. That game will be at Harrison Central High School. 

*Contributed By YSN’s Michael Wolfgang