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DORION GETS IT DONE

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH – Hayden Dorion joined Steve Leslie for an exclusive state championship preview edition of the Ursuline Irish player profile series this season. Hayden is the senior leader on the offensive line for the Irish this year. He talks about the maturity of what it takes to lead this group of linemen throughout the season, what he wants to achieve this season, what his plans are for the future after high school football, and much more. Hayden also discusses the state championship game this week as the Irish will take on Clinton-Massie this Friday morning at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio!

Take some time to check out this very special player profile brought to you by Baird Brothers fine hardwood!

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URSULINE FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW) WITH DAN REARDON

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH – The Ursuline Fighting Irish are back in the state championship game this season as head coach Dan Reardon has the boys playing their best football of the season! The Irish have battled their way through the playoffs including a 34-17 victory over Port Clinton in the state semi finals last week. Ursuline will take on Clarksville. Clinton-Massie in the championship game that will take place on Friday, December 3rd at 10:30am at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio!

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie, had the opportunity to talk to Coach Reardon this week via video chat to discuss the impressive display of football in the state semi finals last week, what the Irish need to do to take care of business against Clinton-Massie, what some keys to the game this week will be as Ursuline will look to bring the championship trophy back home to Youngstown, and so much more!

This week’s episode of Ursuline Irish football coach’s corner with head coach, Dan Reardon, is LIVE!

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URSULINE COACH’S CORNER (EP 3) WITH DAN REARDON

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH – It is no secret to anyone in the Youngstown area, the Ursuline football team is always one of the most storied teams in the Mahoning Valley and nobody knows that better than head coach Dan Reardon. This week, his Ursuline Fighting Irish squad will take the field in Euclid, looking to rewrite history in the state semifinals.

YSN’s own “Coach”, Steve Leslie, had the opportunity to chat with Coach Reardon this week to talk about Week 15 and what his mindset is going into this elite match up, but also what Ursuline needs to do to show thanks for all that has been over the last few seasons, and any insight Coach might have for us involving the playoffs and how he thinks the Irish might line up against Port Clinton.

All that and more in this week’s episode of Ursuline Irish Football Coach’s Corner with head coach, Dan Reardon!

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THE ANSWER

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH- Some will never understand the lengths of which Ursuline senior standout Dean Boyd has gone through to just get back on the football field.  It’s been more than just a physical toll that has been overcome by Boyd, it’s been a mental game that has been challenging as well.

But just like Boyd has done in nearly every test he’s ever taken- he aced it with flying colors.

Boyd’s adventure has had him courted by numerous Division I Colleges and Universities and through it all, when one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the country called- Dean answered.

That’s what he does, and that’s what he’s always done- answers the bell in the face of adversity and against the odds.

All of the hard work, and sacrifices that have been made up to this year- have culminated in the crossroads that Boyd has taken head-on this season.  Dean and his teammates now look to battle toward a state championship and finish the Disney-like story that the entire team has dreamt of writing up.

YSN’s Steve Leslie had the opportunity to talk shop with the future Harvard star about life, family, and Ursuline football on this edition of the Ursuline Irish Player Profile: The Answer

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THE TWO-HEADED MONSTER

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH- In order to compete, great teams need to find alternate roads that lead to success.  There are very few “one-trick ponies” when you enter the final rounds of the championship tournament.

That’s no exception when it comes to Ursuline Irish Football.

Head Coach Dan Reardon knows a thing or two about creating championship-caliber teams, and since taking the reigns of the Green and Gold in 2019, he has Youngstown believing that Youngstown can once again become the football capital of Ohio.  The goals remain the same, but the names have changed, and primarily the two that tote the rock the most for his offense, runningback DeMarcus McElroy, and QB1, Brady Shannon.  The two have combined to help create one of the most dangerous offensive units the Buckeye State has ever seen.

The arm of Shannon is comparable to watching the world’s finest surgeon go to work.  Each pass that slips off the fingertips with purpose, and precision that finds the open receiver- or creates an open receiver by choice.

If that’s not enough, watching McElroy run is like going to a Trans Siberian Orchestra concert.  When you see the Number 6 dressed in Green and Gold evade tackles, it’s on par with the grace of a ballet that is so smooth it almost feels choreographed.  However, with McElroy needs to make a way- it’s his power that shakes the ground like a rock concert so much that some of the hits he delivers- you feel in your chest.

It’s yin and yang, and it has the Ursuline fans at peace with any competition that is left on the board.

YSN’s Steve Leslie had the opportunity to sit down with Shannon and D-Mac prior to the state-semifinal game to discuss the road that’s led them to this point, and what is left to do.  All that and more on this episode of Ursuline Player Profile: The Two-Headed Monster.

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BO SQUARED

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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – The Springfield Tigers football team has been led all year long by a fantastic group of seniors that play for more than just themselves. They play for Springfield, their community, the Mahoning Valley, Peyton, and so much more. Of this special group of seniors, YSN’s own Steve Leslie, was able to sit down with two of these leaders at Springfield High School today. Beau Brungard and Bo Snyder talked football, what it means to be a Springfield Tiger, what it means to them and the rest of the team to have the support of so many in the area, what they are thankful for in this current time as Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and they both have a very special message to their biggest fan, Peyton, and the Peyton Strong community!

Make sure you take some time to check out this exclusive, very special Springfield Tigers football interview with Bo Snyder and Beau Brungard!

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SPRINGFIELD FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH MARK BRUNGARD

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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – The Springfield Tigers are headed back to the state semi finals! Coach, Mark Brungard has been able to be the offensive coordinator for a Tigers team that is playing incredible football and firing on all cylinders offensively. Last week, Springfield defeated Mogadore while putting up 43 points. This week, the Tigers will travel to Euclid this Saturday night, to take on Carey with a berth in the state championship game on the line.

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie, was able to catch up with Coach Brungard this week at Springfield to discuss the his career both coaching and playing, what it has been like to be able to coach his sons, Brady and Beau, what Coach is thankful for in his life, what he thinks the Tigers need to do to take care of business and advance to the state championship game, and so much more!

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SPRINGFIELD FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 7) WITH SEAN GUERRIERO

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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – The Springfield Tigers are headed back to the state semi finals as head coach, Sean Guerriero, has the Tigers playing solid football in all three aspects of the game. Last week saw Springfield defeat Mogadore for the regional championship, 43-27. This week, the Tigers will travel to Euclid this Saturday night, to take on Carey with a berth in the state championship game on the line.

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie, was able to catch up with Coach G this week at Springfield to discuss the Tigers regional championship game against Mogadore, what he and his staff have to do to prepare Springfield for their state semi-final match up, and what the keys to the game are to see the Tigers eliminate the Carey Blue Devils and move on to the state championship!

This week’s episode of Springfield Tigers football coach’s corner with head coach, Sean Guerriero, is LIVE!

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THE LEGEND OF BEAU

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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – Springfield has been a staple in the Mahoning Valley the past three years as they have been able to make three straight state final four appearances. This team has been led by an incredible senior group and that group is centered around the quarterback, Beau Brungard. Beau has been a quarterback for his entire football career as he follows the path that his father paved before him in the Valley and at YSU.

This season, Beau is 108/150 for 1759 yards and 22 touchdowns through the air, but also has 133 carries for 1607 yards and 30 touchdowns on the ground. Defensively, Beau has been able to rack up 59 tackles, 4 interceptions, and a fumble recovery, all from his safety position.

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie, was able to sit down with Beau this week at Springfield High School to discuss his recent commitment to Youngstown State University, what it has been like playing for Springfield for his career so far, what he thinks the Tigers need to do to bring home a state title, a rapid fire question session to learn more about what makes Beau the player he is, and much more!

Make sure to take some time to check out this exclusive player profile with Springfield Tigers senior superstar quarterback and safety, Beau Brungard!

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RAIDERS STUNG BY KIRTLAND IN REGIONAL FINAL

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NILES, OH- The last time South Range Football suffered a loss was against Kirtland in 2020, and unfortunately for the Raiders, it turns out that the Hornets have once again proved to be the Kryptonite to the Super season South Range has forged together in 2021.

The battle was underway early as South Range started with the football, but on the second play from scrimmage Billy Skripac’s pass was intercepted by Will Sayle and taken back to the house to give the Hornets a 7-0 lead.

The Raiders didn’t blink in the face of adversity, as Skripac would lead a drive to counter-punch the Kirtland strike that ended with a toss to Connor Jones from 16 yards out to put South Range on the board and knot the game at 7-7.

When Kirtland’s offense finally took the field with just over seven minutes to go in the first, they showed up as advertised.  Mason Rus capped off a scoring drive with a 3-yard run with just 19 ticks left in the first quarter.  The Hornets followed that up with a Tommy Gogolin 64-yard scamper, and another Mason Rus score to put Kirtland ahead 28-7.

Kirtland showed excellence on special teams as well as Johnny Raguz would blast a 31-yard field goal to make it a 31-7 advantage.

South Range refused to lie down, though.  Billy Skripac made a house call from 37 yards away, and Dylan Dominguez would follow it up converting a 2-point try- leaving the Raiders 2 scores away with 4:38 on the clock.

The Raiders would attempt an onside kick that did not go the necessary ten yards, and Kirtland would take over in South Range territory.

The final blow from Kirtland came from 16 yards out on a touchdown pass from Ramon Lescano to Gage Sullivan to finalize things at 38-15.

Kirtland’s offense outpowered the Raiders 375 yards to 234 with both teams doing the majority of damage on the ground.  The Hornets ran for 308 yards and were led by Mason Rus’ 110 yards on 28 attempts.  Tommy Gogolin had 92 yards on 5 carries to supplement the running attack.

South Range was led by Billy Skripac’s 63 yards rushing, and 75 yards through the air with a score.  Dylan Dominguez had nine totes for 63 yards.  Shane Lindstrom and Connor Jones led South Range receivers with 25 yards apiece.  JD Crouse had a catch for 16 yards as well.

Defensively, Dylan Dominguez was a wrecking ball with 12.5 tackles on the night.  Bailey Ryan had 6.5 stops, along with Tyler Remish.  Logan Cormell disrupted Kirtland throughout the night to the tune of 6 takedowns, while Corey Penick and Connor Jones had 4.5, respectively.

South Range ends the season as the last Northeast 8 team standing and with a 13-1 showing on the campaign, and have lost 2 games in as many seasons which should not be overlooked or taken for granted.

Kirtland remains undefeated at 14-0 and has not lost in 54 consecutive games, which is the longest active streak in the country.

Best of luck to the Hornets in their quest for another state championship in 2021.

Thank you to South Range and all those involved for another incredible season of Raider Football, and for the continued support of YSN.