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SOUTH RANGE VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH KATHERINE KOMARA (EP 3)

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It’s the third rendezvous between Coach K and Anthony Hartwig, and they get down to the finer details of the season so far.

What’s the major focus for this year’s Lady Raider team?  Is going back to the basics a positive for this team?  What’s the checklist Coach has for this week?

Find out in the huddle as YSN serves up the ace on Raider Volleyball Coverage in South Range Volleyball Coach’s Corner with Katherine Komara powered by Baird Brothers and Diamond 9 Development!

        

 

LADY RAIDERS GROUND BLUE JAYS!

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The Raider Volleyball team won a non-conference game against Jackson Milton Monday night in 5 sets (25-21 25-19 24-26 17-25 15-11).

In the 1st set, the Raiders offense started off pretty slow taking 13 attacks until getting their first kill. Fortunately for them, Jackson Milton wasn’t able to hit much better. Then Anna Primavera came alive and lead the Raiders to a 25-21 set 1 victory.  

The Raider offense stayed hot in set 2 as Abby George and Jenna Barbessi got kills to get the offense in rhythm early. The Raiders had their best hitting set of the match, that paired with 6 service aces and 0 errors helped the Raiders cruise to a 25-19 set 2 win.

Things got sticky in the 3rd and 4th sets for the Raiders as attack errors began to build up and Jackson Milton took advantage and grabbed momentum. They won a close 24-26 set and then ran away with a 17-25 set 4.  

The 5th and decisive set the Blue Jays had all the momentum. But strong serving from the Raiders got the Jays out of the system and let the Raiders take an 11-7 lead. Anna Primavera put the set away with a kill down the middle as the Raiders won set 5 15-11

The Raiders hitting percentage went down in the 3rd and 4th sets causing their match hitting percentage to be .072. However, the Raiders served up 17 service aces. 5 from Anna Primavera. Primavera also notched an impressive double-double gathering 21 kills and 14 digs. Mary Kuhns kept the ball up all night finishing with 27 digs. Drew Ferren had 18 assists while Emily Irons had 16.

The Raiders return to NE8 play Tuesday night as they travel to Jefferson Area High School.

SARGE IS IN CHARGE

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One look at Salem Senior Robbie Sarginger, and you know he’s all business.

Thus far he’s helped the Quakers establish a 3-0 record to start their 2018 campaign.  The issue is, this team, this class, and this city are not content with small victories.  They want to make history.

Sarginger is helping out in any capacity he can to help break through into new territory for Salem.

Our Jarrod Niederheiser sat down with the Senior Salem Standout last week, and talks with Robbie about all aspects of football, and what his future looks like.

All that and more in Salem Football Player Profile: SARGE IS IN CHARGE

 

HUFFING BY THE OPPOSITION

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The word huff is believed to have originated in the late 1500’s. It imitates the sound of blowing (sounds like puff) and is believed to be related to the word. Huff can mean to expel (release) air quickly, much like someone does when they are angry.

Source: theidioms.com

So, it’s no surprise the aptly named, Dylan Huff is having no problem in his career blowing by defenses with his speed, agility, and hands to boot.  Giving Defensive Coordinators fits across Ohio (and West Virginia.)

No matter what Dylan does, he does it well.  He’s humble, thoughtful, calculated, and talented beyond measure.  A multi-sport star for the Rebs now into his Senior year, Huff takes a few minutes with our Dimitri Gregory to reflect on what has been, and what’s to come.

Our Crestview Player Profile PROUDLY presented by NDC Heating and Cooling is Dylan Huff: HUFFING BY THE OPPOSITION.

BEAVER LOCAL WINS OT THRILLER OVER ZEPS

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- The Beaver Local Beavers won an OT thriller 13-12 over the Shenandoah Zeps. The teams were tied 6-6 going into overtime, as both teams scored touchdowns, but could not convert the extra point. The Zeps took possession first, and scored, but went for a 2-point conversion and failed to convert, making it 12-6. When the Beavers got the ball, it took 3 plays to punch it into the end zone on an 11-yard touchdown run from Tanner Johnston, one of our G. Burbik Farms Player of The Game. Our other G. Burbik Farms Player of The Game Chase Flati, the sophomore kicker, took the field to attempt the PAT. With the 1st OT on the line, Flati delivered, putting the kick through the uprights and winning the game for the Beavers.

The Beavers improve to 2-1, as they prepare to face local rivals, East Liverpool.

 

 

** Reported by YSN Beaver Local’s Michael McKenzie.

TIGERS TAME CLIPPERS

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COLUMBIANA, OH- After a fairly competitive first half, the Springfield Tigers took total control in the third quarter to handily defeat the Columbiana Clippers 41-7 here Friday night.  The Tigers took momentum into the locker room after thwarting a Clipper drive in the end zone as they sought to make it a one-score game just before intermission.

Springfield roared through the third stanza with a dominant performance on both sides of the ball outscoring the Clips 20-0.  Brannon Brungard threw two touchdowns and ran for another while Luke Snyder rushed for two scores of his own. Garrett Walker had a touchdown receiving and rushing as well.  Evan Ohlin also caught a TD pass.

The lone highlight for the Clippers was a 78-yard strike from Jakob Cross to Chase Franken in the second quarter.  

The Tigers (3-0) stay on the road to face Jackson-Milton next week, while Columbiana (0-3) opens Eastern Ohio Athletic Conference play at undefeated Leetonia.

 

**Story reported by the Voice of the Columbiana Clippers- Mark Franken

INDIANS CLIP EAGLES IN REBOUND GAME

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GIRARD, OH-  Girard coming off of a tough loss to Hubbard was ready to get back on the horse tonight and ride back onto the winning side of town.  Following a tough week of practice Girard was ready to take on JFK. Right from the start, the offense led by Mark Waid would put up 35 points alone in the first half.  Waid spread the ball around hitting Mick Malito, Aiden Warga, Terrence Davis and Morgan Clardy for touchdowns. He even ran one on his own for 6.

Waid for the second time this season totaled over 400 yards passing.  JFK was vulnerable to the Indians passing attack. For JFK, sophomore running back Cameron Hollobaugh received most of the work, but often he was met with stiff resistance from the Indians defensive line led by Jack Delgarbino.  

In talking to Waid after the game, the team learned a lot from last weeks loss and realized they “Can’t take anyone for granted.”   Next week they face Champion and according to Waid they will still start from square one this week and will continue to work hard.

 

**Story reported by the Voice of the Girard Indians, Britt Taylor

SALEM OUTLASTS LIVERPOOL

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SALEM, OH- The Salem Quakers continued their winning ways with a 28-14 win of the Potters of East Liverpool on Friday night at Reilly Stadium. The Quakers were able to capitalize off of Potter miscues and finish drives on their way to their 3rd straight victory.

The Quakers opened the scoring in the 1st quarter with a 65-yard touchdown strike from Turner Johnson to Josh Lehwald, and with the 2 point conversion took an 8-0 lead. The Potters answered back on special teams when Nick Woodyard brought back a punt 53 yards for a score to pull East Liverpool within one at 8-7. After a 2nd quarter interception by Niko Walter, the Quakers struck again through the air from 34 yards out from Johnson to Luke Weingart making the halftime score 14-7 in favor of the Quakers.

The Quakers looked to get some breathing room when Cade Campolito scampered 21 yards for a score to give Salem a 20-7 lead and what seemed to be some breathing room. The Potters would not go quietly when sophomore Nate Davis came off the bench in the 4th quarter to hit Woodyard on a 23-yard touchdown strike to cut their deficit to 20-14. Needing to swing the momentum, Niko Walter took matters into his own hands and answered back right away with an 80-yard kick return to put the Quakers in great field position. Turner Johnson would find Luke Weingart again, this time from 20 yards out, and with the 2 point conversion, took a 28-14 lead and that’s where things would end up.

Salem moves to 3-0 on the season and opens EBC play when they host Carrollton at Reilly Stadium. Tune into YSNlive.com/Salem for the call, pregame starts at 6:30, kickoff at 7:00.

SALEM FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH RON JOHNSON (EP 2)

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Coming off a big win in United last week, Salem Head Coach Ron Johnson has his team’s fire stoked and ready for a battle-tested East Liverpool team in Week 3.

Our Jarrod Niederheiser caught up with Coach Ron-John to discuss the weight of a win in week one and two, and the mentality of the Quakers moving forward.

All that and MORE on Salem Coach’s Corner with Ron Johnson!

 

EAST LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH JOSH LUDWIG (EP.2)

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What a week two for East Liverpool, even though our Potters came up short-they left everything out on the field.

They set up now for a HUGE rivalry game with Salem in one of the most tradition-rich rivalries in the state of Ohio.  The Potters look to get back on track and fight toward their ultimate goal!

Under the tutelage of Potters from the past, this team is getting back to its winning ways in a hurry.  With the rival Quakers on the docket this week, The Big Blue Wrecking Crew know one thing, and one thing only: They’re in for a fight.

Our Tommy Pease sits down with Coach Lud in our second episode of East Liverpool Coach’s Corner!