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CANFIELD BOYS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MIKE BAILEY

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CANFIELD OH- It seems like everywhere that Mike Bailey goes in coaching career has found tremendous success. He’s broken program records, he’s taken a team to the state tournament, and now he looks to another challenge. Bailey takes over in his first year of coaching at Canfield for the boys program. Canfield has had plenty of success as a program in the last decade, only 1 out of the last 11 seasons has not ended in a winning record. It would appear that Mike Bailey is poised for even more success.

Coach Bailey has become a mainstay on YSN’s Running Point, and gladly came on the show again this season to give us a preview of Cardinals boys soccer.  He talks to Ty Bartell, and Anthony Hartwig about what was most important to establish while taking over the program, being part of the Canfield coach’s room, and so much more. Fly with Cardinals and check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Mike Bailey.

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CARDINAL MOONEY BOYS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MATT BRITTON

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- Every season, no matter what the regular season record ends up being for Cardinal Mooney boys soccer, they are a threat to make a deep tournament run. They proved that last year when they took an 8-5-6 record into the tournament, yet still took the eventual state runner up Crestview to overtime in a 3-2 loss. Head coach Matt Britton hopes he can instill a hungry attitude into his players once again to try and get back to Columbus. They’re schedule will definitely expose them to the proper competition level.

Coach Britton was kind enough to join YSN’s Running Point this week to help us get a better look into his team. He talks with Ty Bartell, and Anthony Hartwig about his team’s tough schedule, what the team’s identity will be this season, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of Mooney’s season, and get ready for it with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Matt Britton.

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WEST BRANCH GIRLS SOCCER COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH CHERYL FICCO

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BELOIT OH- West Branch girls soccer is the definition of sustained success. As head coach Cheryl Ficco enters her sixth season at the lead of the program, they stare at a possible ninth consecutive EBC championship. She’s won 6 in a row as head coach, and looks to take a more experienced group into 2022 to make the streak continue.  West Branch has a ton of returning talent that will be a year older, and hopefully that can be a difference maker come tournament time.

Coach Ficco took the time to hop on to YSN’s Running Point this week to help us preview the Warriors season. She talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about what it has taken to build this dynasty, what the experience this year will mean for the team, and so much more. Gear up for another season by checking out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner With Cheryl Ficco.

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WARRIORS REMAIN PERFECT AGAINST UNITED

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BELOIT OH- The Warrior Tennis team moved to 4-0 on the season with a 5-0 victory over United Local (1-2) Monday afternoon.

Senior Ally Zion (6-3, 6-2), along with juniors LilyAnn Bonar (7-5, 6-2) and Autumn Johnston (6-1, 6-0) each won singles matches for West Branch.

#1 doubles pair Kate Slutz and Niah Muniz were 6-1, 6-0 victors over their Eagle opponents while Sophia Muniz and Iris Shofroth earned a 6-4, 3-6, 10-6 victory in #2 doubles.

The Warriors will travel to Southeast Wednesday to take on the Pirates.  The match is scheduled to start at 4:15 PM.

*Contributed By Ryan Wolf at wbathletics.org

SALEM SOCCER TO HOST YOUTH NIGHT

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SALEM OH-  Salem Boys & Girls Soccer will host its annual Youth Night on Saturday August 18th when the Quakers host the United Eagles in a varsity soccer double header at Sebo Stadium.  The girls play at 5:00 pm and the boys play at 7:00 pm.

Anyone who attended the Salem Soccer youth camp and wears their shirt will be admitted for free with a paying adult.  Cost for adults is $7, cost for students is $4 and cost for senior citizens is $1 w/ a Salem Athletics Senior Citizen Pass.

*Contributed By Matt Freeman at salemathletics.org

FALCONS FLY HIGH IN SEASON’S FIRST DUAL

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NEWTON FALLS OH-  Fitch boys golf pulled out a one-stroke victory, 179-180, over Newton Falls on Monday afternoon at Riverview Golf Course.

Senior Adrian Puz recorded the low score for the Falcons with a 39 while sophomore Evan James carded a 45.

The team will begin a stretch of three conference games in three days, starting with Warren G. Harding on Tuesday, August 16. The match will begin at 10:30 AM at Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course.

*Contributed By Russell Houser at austintownathletics.org

MINERAL RIDGE STAYS UNDEFEATED

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LAKE MILTON OH- Mineral Ridge secured their third win of the season on Monday as they beat Springfield 182-196.

Trey Rigley earned the lowest score of the day for the Rams with a 37. AJ Sandy followed him up with a 49, Jack Gillie landed a 48, and Tristen Valley finished with a 50.

For Springfield, Jackson Ensley shot a 38 to lead the team.  John, and Anthony Brungard shot a 51, and 52 respectively.  Donavan McTigue rounded out the Tiger scores with a 55.

The Rams return to action Tuesday August 16th as they travel to Flying B Golf Course to take on Heartland Christian. Tee time is set for 10:00 AM.

TIGERS SHOW THEIR TEETH

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HOWLAND OH- Last season it was Crestview boys soccer who put an area team in the state tournament. The Rebels wanted to test their status out of the jump in 2022 as they took on state power house Howland. It was the Tigers that flexed their muscles in this battle as they trounced Crestview 8-0.

Jet Hua scored in the opening minute for the Tigers to set the tone for what would prove to be a powerful offensive attack that overwhelmed Crestview.

Howland will return to the pitch on Tuesday as they host Poland at 7:00.

IRISH GRAB IMPRESSIVE VICTORY

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- The Ursuline girls soccer team got the year off on the right foot on Friday by earning an impressive 2-0 win over Perry.

Goals for the Irish were scored by Olivia Puhalla and Lilly Scott.  Ursuline will return to action on Saturday August 20th as they host Canfield.

POLAND SHUTS OUT IRISH TO KICK OFF CAMPAIGN

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POLAND OH- Poland boys soccer rides high into another season hoping for a ton of success. They found plenty of it in their first game of the season against Ursuline. Poland earned a shutout of the Irish 3-0.

Poland’s three goals were tallied by three different players.  Andrew Slaven, Matt Matiste, and Noah Huda.  Assists were secured by Derek Thomas, and Aiden Davis.  Michael Daley had a great day with 7 saves in the goal.

Poland will hit the road next on August 16th to meet up with Howland.