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CANFIELD CAUSES CONFERENCE CHAOS

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CANFIELD OH- The All American Conference (AAC) in high school  basketball might as well be call the wild west with constant conference shootouts and how often there happens to be a new sheriff in town atop the conference standings! On the girls side of the AAC this season, it has been a wild ride to this point with multiple teams looking for the top spot in the conference. On Wednesday night, the conference birds battled it out when The Austintown-Fitch Falcons took the short trip down the road to matchup with The Canfield Cardinals!

A low scoring first half of play commenced and both teams prioritized defense against one another as points were at a premium through the first 16 minutes. Both teams struggled to get points in the first half, unless your name was Grace McQuiston! The Cardinals senior put up 10 of the 15 points for Canfield in the first half as the two teams were all knotted up 15-15 at the halftime buzzer.

After an even first half, The Cardinals separated themselves from Fitch as seven turnovers from The Falcons in the third turned into Canfield outsourcing Fitch 15-7 in the quarter to take a 30-22 lead into the fourth! Keeping the pace the following quarter, Canfield would emerge a bucket better than Austintown in the fourthat 16-13 in the quarter to win the ballgame by a final of 46-35.

Players of the Game went to both Grace McQuiston and Camryn Hritz as McQuiston finished with 17 points and provided big time shots in big time moments, while Hritz finished with 12 points and established herself as a rebounding force in the second half! For Fitch, they were led offensively by Ayla Ray who had 13 points.

Canfield (10-6, 3-3) will stay in conference action when they host Howland (12-4, 2-2) on Saturday, January 27th with a 7 p.m. tip-off. Fitch (11-5, 3-2) will now travel to their rival Boardman (12-4, 4-1) for a big matchup in the AAC, also on Saturday with a 2:30 p.m. tip-off. Keep updated with AAC basketball all season long with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN!

FITCH TURNS THE TABLES ON THE CARDINALS

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CANFIELD OH- In a stunning turn of events, Austintown Fitch handed Canfield their first conference loss of the season on Tuesday, securing a 51-46 victory on the road.

Austintown Fitch showcased a balanced offensive effort, with Marcell Finkley leading the charge with 15 points, followed closely by DaShawn Vaughn contributing 13 points. Alex Hill, Allen Hill, and Carter Owens also made impactful contributions, each adding crucial points to the scoreboard.

Canfield, faced with a resilient opponent, fought valiantly but fell short. Dom Cruz and Sam Castranova led the Cardinals’ scoring effort with 10 points each, while Ben Weaver and Jake Delisio chipped in with 8 and 6 points, respectively.

Austintown Fitch (8-5) will continue their road journey on Friday as they travel to face Boardman, seeking to build on their recent success. On the other side, Canfield (9-4) aims to bounce back from this setback on Friday against Howland, with hopes of reclaiming their winning momentum on their home court.

WRESTLING WEDNESDAYS WITH GARY ALTHISER (EP 7) FEATURING MARKY STANKORB

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Wrestling season is really starting to heat up as teams get closer and closer to the ultimate goal in Columbus.  With huge tournaments popping up every weekend, YSN has Gary Althiser as your guide through the hectic last stretch of the season.  This week on Wrestling Wednesday it’s time to recap the Top Gun invitational hosted by Alliance. One of the bigger tournaments on the schedule, the Top Gun featured the area’s best teams.  Gary and the boys go over the results and who had the big weekends. The recap includes the inaugural girls division of the Top Gun where West Branch had three girls place. Many other YSN teams sent their girls wrestlers there for the experience on the mat.

In this episode the live guest comes from Austintown Fitch.  The Falcons have been talked about multiple times this season on the show, and it was about time we heard a voice from the nest. Marky Stankorb the pride of the wrestling room in Fitch joined the guys to talk about his career, his goals, and his drive to be the best in the sport.

Wrestling fans better buckle up because the season is downhill and fast paced from here. YSN will continue to have you covered every Wednesday at 1:00 on Running Point with the latest news from the sport with our very own guru, Gary Althiser.

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FALCONS OUTPACED BY EAGLES

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Jefferson, OH- In an exciting County and CVC basketball matchup, the Jefferson Falcons faced off against the Geneva Eagles in a game that kept fans entertained from opening tip to the final buzzer. The final score reflected the intensity of the contest, with the Eagles emerging victorious with a score of 56 to the Falcons’ 48.

QUARTER SCORES

1 2 3 4 TOTAL
12 10 16 10 48
12 8 15 21 56

Jefferson Falcons Total Points

  • Anthony Covetta: 23
  • Joey DeGeorge: 16
  • Joel Navarro: 5
  • Dylan Beebe: 2
  • Terry Brown: 2

Geneva Eagles Total Points

  • Luke Smith: 23
  • Hayden Diemer: 14
  • Caden Proy: 10
  • Luke Barbo: 4
  • Andrew Oros: 3
  • Bryce Peet: 2

The game showcased outstanding individual performances, with Anthony Covetta leading all Falcons in scoring with an impressive 23 points, including 2 successful 3-pointers. On the Eagles’ side, Luke Smith was the standout player, connecting for an incredible 4 3-pointers and contributing significantly to his team’s victory.

Looking ahead, the Jefferson Falcons (5-6) are gearing up for a home game against the Lakeside Dragons (3-8) on 1/19/24. The Dragons are coming off a tough 71-40 loss to the Perry Pirates. On the other hand, the Geneva Eagles (11-3) will hit the road to face the Madison Blue Streaks (9-3) on the same date. The Blue Streaks are coming off a commanding 77-51 win over the Harvey Red Raiders.

DEGEORGE JOINS 1,000 POINT CLUB IN WIN OVER RED RAIDERS

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Jefferson, OH- Looking to bounce back from a tough road loss, the Jefferson Falcons showcased their prowess on the court as they secured a convincing 67-51 victory over the Harvey Red Raiders. The Falcons dominated each quarter, displaying a well-rounded performance that left their opponents struggling to keep up.

Quarter Scores:

  • Jefferson Falcons: 20 | 16 | 18 | 13 = 67
  • Harvey Red Raiders: 6 | 11 | 16 | 18 = 51

Game Highlights:

First Quarter (Jefferson 20, Harvey 6): The Falcons set the tone early, establishing a comfortable lead with Anthony Covetta leading the charge. Covetta’s sharpshooting skills were on full display as he contributed significantly to the team’s first-quarter surge.

Second Quarter (Jefferson 36, Harvey 17): Building on their momentum, the Falcons continued to extend their lead. Joey DeGeorge, a senior standout, showcased not only his scoring ability but also made a mark with multiple blocked shots and impressive rebounds. The Jefferson Falcons entered halftime with a commanding advantage.

Third Quarter (Jefferson 54, Harvey 33): The Falcons remained relentless in the third quarter, maintaining their offensive efficiency. Joel Navarro and Dykan Beebe also made significant contributions, further solidifying Jefferson’s dominance on the court.

Fourth Quarter (Jefferson 67, Harvey 51): Despite a spirited effort from the Harvey Red Raiders, the Jefferson Falcons sealed the victory with a well-balanced performance in the final quarter. Terry Brown and Robbie Pisano chipped in with valuable points, securing the win for the Falcons.

Player Stats:

Jefferson Falcons:

  • Anthony Covetta: 30 points
  • Joey DeGeorge: 15 points
  • Joel Navarro: 10 points
  • Dykan Beebe: 5 points
  • Terry Brown: 5 points
  • Robbie Pisano: 2 points

Harvey Red Raiders:

  • Armani Hall: 20 points
  • Devon Badley: 10 points
  • Chase Goines: 8 points
  • Dominick Snyder: 3 points
  • Mason Haffa: 3 points
  • Leftwich: 3 points
  • Deonte Ware: 2 points
  • Neeman Booker: 2 points

Key Highlights: The standout performance of the game came from Anthony Covetta, the dynamic sharpshooter for the Jefferson Falcons, who led the scoring with an impressive 30 points. Senior Joey DeGeorge also made a significant impact, contributing 15 points and showcasing stellar defensive skills with multiple blocked shots and numerous rebounds. DeGeorge’s performance marked a milestone as he joined Jefferson’s prestigious 1,000 career point club.

Upcoming Games: The Jefferson Falcons, with a current record of 4-5, are set to face a tough challenge at home against the Geneva Eagles (10-2) on 1/16/24. The Eagles, coming off a 53-50 win over the Perry Pirates, promise to test the Falcons’ resilience on their home court. Meanwhile, the Harvey Red Raiders (6-6) will be hitting the road to take on the Madison Blue Streaks (9-3). The Blue Streaks are riding high after a thrilling 69-67 overtime victory against the Edgewood Warriors.

As the Falcons celebrate this victory, anticipation builds for the upcoming clash with the Eagles, setting the stage for an exciting matchup that promises to be a highlight of the season.

FITCH MAKES THE RIGHT PLAYS DOWN THE STRETCH

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In a game that required adjustments to fend off a furious Howland comeback, Fitch secured their second conference win of the year with a final score of 51-40. Howland cut a lead as big as 18 in the second half down to 3 in the fourth quarter.

Leading the charge for Fitch was DeShawn Vaughn, who delivered an outstanding performance with 23 points. Marcel Finley contributed 15 points, while Carter Owens added 8 points. Howland’s efforts were led by Alex Henry with 17 points, Chris Fenton with 9 points, and John Perry with 7 points.

With a 7-4 record, Austintown Fitch is set for a trip to Ohio Dominican on Sunday to face Newark. Meanwhile, Howland, standing at 6-7, is gearing up for an AAC play at Boardman on Tuesday.

FITCH SNEAKS PAST THE SPARTANS

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By Ty Bartell

AUSTINTOWN OH- On day two of the rivalry between The Austintown-Fitch Falcons and Boardman Spartans, it would be the girls basketball teams taking it to the hardwood for their first matchup of the season in Austintown. Both teams entered Wednesday night looking good, with a solid resume of wins under each of their belts. More importantly, both teams went into Wednesday undefeated in All American Conference (AAC) play, meaning someone had to leave with a conference loss in a wide open AAC.

Boardman struck first with an 8-0 run off a couple of perimeter shots finding nylon by both Ava Freeborough and Tori Strines. The Falcons would respond, scoring the next 5 points in the quarter, trimming the deficit to just a single possession in a defensive quarter, leaning The Spartans way at 8-5. Fitch’s offense would wake up in the second quarter, with Ayla Ray setting the tone in a 14-5 second quarter for The Falcons giving Austintown the 19-13 halftime lead.

Out of the halftime break, defense, once again, took center stage. With both teams being held to single digits in the quarter, The Falcons would get a slight edge at 8-7 in the third to own a 27-20 lead entering the fourth. Both squads opted to save all the scoring for the fourth quarter and provided fast-paced action in another classic AAC battle! In the closing moments, The Spartans were able to tie the game off a couple Mackenzie Riccitelli free throws at 35-35! Fitch would respond with a massive Ayla Ray corner three to reclaim the lead! The Ace of Lace struck again when Ray knocked down two ice cold free throws to cap off a major 40-38 conference win for The Falcons!
Player of the Game was “Ace” Ayla Ray, finishing with a game high 19 points including three shots from distance.

A postgame interview with Ray and Head Coach Dan Horacek can be found below! Other key contributors for Fitch include Rachel Spalding who had 9 points through hard-fought defense and Destanie McCullough who was masterful in the passing game while finishing with 7 points of her own. Dasiyia Donlow also put on the defensive cape for The Falcons, locking down the post on multiple occasions. Boardman was led offensively by Mackenzie Riccitelli who had 18 points and 4 steals on the night. Sarah Bero also had a great night for The Spartans, coming a single rebound shy of a double-double with a 10 point and 9 rebound night.

Fitch (11-3)(3-0) stays undefeated in AAC play and currently The Falcons are perched atop the conference standings following the win. The Falcons next contest will not come until Saturday, January 20th when they travel to Warren G. Harding (6-6)(0-2) in a battle with The Raiders. Meanwhile, Boardman (8-4)(1-1) will also have their next contest come against Harding; however, a week sooner than Fitch when The Spartans host The Raiders on Saturday, January 13th with a 2:30 p.m. tip-off. Stay updated with AAC basketball all season long with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN

FITCH BESTS BOARDMAN FOR FIRST CONFERENCE WIN

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By Ty Bartell

AUSTINTOWN OH- For the first time on a basketball court this season, The Austintown-Fitch Falcons and the Boardman Spartans, once again, renewed their rivalry. Both members of the All American Conference (AAC), The Falcons and The Spartans entered Tuesday evening searching for their first conference win.

The first quarter saw Boardman grab a lead off an early 8-2 run that saw four different Spartans score, eventually leading 16-11 after the first quarter of play. However, Fitch flipped the script in quarter two, outscoring Boardman 15-7 in the second to hold a 26-23 lead at the halftime buzzer.

The second half became a low-scoring defensive ballgame, with The Spartans struggling to replicate the offensive success of the first quarter, as behind a 10-5 third quarter for Austintown, The Falcons owned an 8 point advantage entering the fourth and final quarter of regulation at 36-28. The Spartans, again, came up shy of reaching a double digit point mark again in a quarter, as The Falcons were a bucket better in the fourth 10-8 to secure the 46-36 win!

Austintown was led offensively by Marcel Finkley who finished with 17 points in a Player of the Game performance! Postgame interviews with Finkley and Falcon Head Coach Brian Beany can be found below! Following Finkley, DeShawn Vaughn and E.J. Giles both had 8 points for Fitch. Boardman was led by Terrell McDowell with 13 points and Grayson Eicher with 8 points.

Fitch (6-4)(1-1) will now look ahead to Friday, January 12th when they continue AAC play, hosting Howland (5-6)(0-1) with a 7 p.m. tip-off. Meanwhile, Boardman (3-8)(0-2) will also be in-action on Friday when they travel to Warren to battle The Warren G. Harding Raiders (6-3)(1-0). Keep updates with AAC basketball this season, with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN.

WARRIORS WIN DOUBLE OT THRILLER AT HOME

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East Ashtabula, OH-

In another nail-biting contest that required not one but two overtimes to determine the victor, the Edgewood Warriors emerged triumphant against the Jefferson Falcons with a final score of 77-72. The game was a showcase of incredible skill and determination from both teams, with standout performances from key players keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Quarter-wise Breakdown:

QUARTER SCORES 1 2 3 4 OT1 OT2 TOTAL
Edgewood Warriors 17 14 13 11 7 15 77
Jefferson Falcons 12 13 16 14 7 10 72

Top Performers:

Edgewood Warriors:

  1. Jacob Ernst: The standout player for the Warriors, Jacob Ernst, dominated the court with an impressive 33 points, including a remarkable 9 points in overtime.
  2. Logan Kray: Contributing significantly to the team’s success, Logan Kray showcased his skills with a notable 30 points, including 10 crucial points in overtime, including a remarkable 4-point play.
  3. Brady Andrejack: Chipping in with 6 points.
  4. Russell Thomas: Adding 4 points to the Warriors’ total.
  5. Mason Thorr and Zach Carlton Hull: Both players contributed 2 points each.

Jefferson Falcons:

  1. Anthony Covetta: The leading scorer for the Falcons, Anthony Covetta, displayed an outstanding performance, finishing the game with an impressive 34 points, including four 3-pointers, three of which came in overtime.
  2. Joey DeGeorge: Contributed 12 points to the team’s total.
  3. Dylan Beebe: Added 11 points to the Falcons’ score.
  4. Robbie Pisano and Joel Navarro: Both players scored 6 points each.
  5. Terry Brown: Rounded up the scoring with 3 points.

Game Summary:

The Edgewood Warriors faced their second overtime challenge of the season, with Jacob Ernst and Logan Kray leading the charge. Ernst’s 34-point performance, with a stellar 9 points in overtime, and Kray’s 30 points, including a clutch 4-point play, secured the hard-fought victory.

On the opposing side, Anthony Covetta’s incredible 34-point game, featuring crucial 3-pointers in overtime, kept the Jefferson Falcons in contention until the final buzzer.

Upcoming Matches:

The Edgewood Warriors (8-2) will return to their home court on January 12, 2024, to face the Madison Blue Streaks (8-3). Meanwhile, the Jefferson Falcons (4-4) will host the Harvey Red Raiders (6-5) in their next game. The Red Raiders are entering the matchup following a 74-50 loss to the Perry Pirates. Basketball enthusiasts can expect another thrilling clash as these teams vie for supremacy on the court.

FALCONS STAYING UP FRONT IN RACE FOR AAC

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It’s the month of January and that means All American Conference (AAC) basketball has fully started and is underway. Saturday afternoon had another AAC matchup in the wide open girls side of the conference. The Saturday special featured a battle of the conference birds with The Austintown-Fitch Falcons battling last year’s conference champions, The Canfield Cardinals!

The Falcons jumped ahead early with a 15-8 advantage after a quarter of play. Both teams would subsequently lock things down defensively in the second quarter, this time Canfield would have the edge, being a bucket better than Fitch 7-5 in quarter number two. However, Fitch still managed to hold the 20-15 lead at the halftime buzzer.

The second half started with Canfield making a run to get within striking distance of tying or taking the lead in the ballgame. But every time The Cardinals got close, The Falcons had a response and once again it was with the defense. Holding Canfield to a single digit score for the third quarter in a row, Fitch added to their lead with a 12-8 third quarter to reclaim a 9 point advantage at 32-23 heading into the final quarter of regulation. The Cards put together their best quarter offensively in the fourth, but it was a stalemate with both teams scoring 11 points in the fourth, seeing Fitch get their second conference victory with the 43-34 win over Canfield!

Ayla Ray led all scorers with 19 points for Fitch, earning her Player of the Game honors! Following Ray was Rachedl Spalding who had 7 points and Kylie Folkwein who finished with 5 points. Meanwhile, The Cards were led by Jenna Triveri who had 15 points and Camie Dill who ended with 9 points.

Fitch (10-3)(2-0) will now keep themselves in AAC action when they host The Boardman Spartans (8-3)(1-0) on Wednesday, January 10th with a 7 p.m. tip-off. Canfield (6-5)(0-2) will also be in action on Wednesday when they are on the road, once again, to attempt to gain their first conference win of the season against The Howland Tigers (9-2)(1-0). YSN is your home for AAC basketball all season long with live games, scores, stats, stories and more!