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SELL IS BOUGHT IN

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GARRETTSVILLE, OH-In the small town of Garrettsville, the Garfield High School football team was making waves with its undefeated season. On the YSN podcast, host Chris Colucci sat down with running back Keegan Sell for a player profile interview.

Keegan, a hardworking and dedicated athlete, spoke about the team’s goal of getting 1% better every week. He emphasized the importance of this mindset in their success. Chris, being a wrestler himself, connected with Keegan’s wrestling coach’s mantra of getting 1% better every day, which resonated with both of them.

As the playoffs approached, Garfield secured a home game. Keegan expressed the significance of playing at home, not only because it provided a familiar environment but also because it allowed more fans to attend and support the team. They both agreed that having a home playoff game was crucial for the team’s morale and momentum.

Reflecting on the regular season, Keegan highlighted a big win against the first Division I team in school history. He also touched upon the team’s resilience, facing injuries and bringing younger players up to play. Through it all, their bond grew stronger, and Keegan expressed his desire for the ride to continue.

The conversation turned to the team’s accomplishments and their goal to play on Thanksgiving. Keegan spoke about the importance of practicing and being together during this holiday, as it was a meaningful tradition for their team. Both Chris and Keegan reminisced about the significance of football during Thanksgiving and the dedication required to be part of a successful program.

Curiosity arose about Garfield’s unique offensive scheme that had their running back and quarterback positioned differently. Keegan credited their coaches, specifically mentioning Coach Moser, Coach Page, and Coach Ward, as the masterminds behind the scheme. They worked on manipulating formations to confuse the defense, creating problems that opponents struggled to solve.

The conversation ended with a sense of excitement and anticipation for the playoffs ahead, as the Garfield High School football team aimed to continue their undefeated streak and achieve their ultimate goal of playing on Thanksgiving.

 

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BIG GAME GUERRIERI

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CANFIELD, OH- Welcome back to another episode of YSN’s Player Profile, your number one source for all things youth sports. In today’s episode, we have a special guest with us, Angelo Guerrieri, a talented young football player from the South Range Little Raiders.

Joining us from Giangelo’s, the popular hangout spot for the team, Angelo opens up about his experiences on the field, his love for football, and his favorite activities off the field. Get ready to hear about his impressive achievements, his favorite Halloween costume, and the important role that his family plays in his life.

Stay tuned for an insightful and entertaining conversation with this rising star as we dive into Angelo’s Little Raider player profile. Let’s get started!

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STAMP OF APPROVAL

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BERLIN CENTER-  In today’s player profile, we dive into the world of high school football and highlight the talented Josh Stamp.

Due to technical difficulties, we had to redo this interview post-game, where Josh discusses his team’s recent victory and their journey in the playoffs.

We’ll hear about the strong bond within the Western Reserve community and the importance of home playoff games. And let’s not forget about Josh’s junior high memories and the leaders who have inspired him along the way.

Get ready for an insightful and inspiring episode full of football talk and the passion that drives these young athletes. This is YSN, and this is the Josh Stamp Player Profile. Let’s dive in!

 

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WARRIORS CAGE BULLDOGS WITH A PAIR OF LATE TD’S

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By Mike Ackelson

BELOIT, OH-  West Branch advanced to the second round of the playoffs but Woodridge didn’t go down easy making the Warriors earn a hard-fought 33-20 victory.

      West Branch came out of the gates scoring on their fourth play from scrimmage, Beau Alazaus hit Jeremiah Thomas for a 16-yard touchdown, and the PAT was no good 6-0 Warriors.
Their defense forced a three-and-out and marched down the field again, with Alazaus connecting with Cooper Anderson, 4-yard touchdown reception, 13-0 with just 6 minutes and 36 seconds off the clock.
 The Bulldogs were very opportunistic and pounced on a muffed punt, setting up Charlie Lambes for a 9-yard TD run. After Woodridge blocked a punt on the series Taysear Willaims-Clay punched it in from 2 yards out and with the two-point conversion Woodridge had the lead 14-13 and that was the score after the first quarter.
The Warriors regained the lead midway through the second quarter when Alazaus tossed his third touchdown of the game to Joey Jackson, the extra point was good and at the break, West Branch was leading 20-13.
Woodridge dominated the third quarter limiting West Branch to just one offensive possession and tied the game with 3:26 to go in the frame when Lambes hit Jack Novak on a 31-yard TD pass, PAT was no good and after three quarters the game was tied at 20.
 The game stayed tied until the Warriors’ offense went on a 70-yard drive capped by Jeremiah Thomas’s 13-yard touchdown run, but the point after was no good it was 26-20 West Branch with 3:26 remaining on the clock. The ensuing kick was a fumble and after both teams had several chances to recover, Garan Harlan fell on the ball and set up the Warriors with a golden opportunity and Harlan would ice the game’s with a 2-yard TD run. Final score 33-20 West Branch.
The team leaders for West Branch were, Quarterback, Beau Alazaus 24 Completions for 236 yard, 3td’s 1 Interception.
Joey Jackson had 10 receptions for 93 yards and a score. Defensive leaders Jack Flickinger 8 tackles and sack, Clayton Day 8 tackles.
West Branch will host Streetsboro in the second round next Friday night.
Just a reminder for $9.99 you can watch all 13 games involving YSN schools next week.

RAIDERS FRUSTRATE FAIRLESS IN OPENING ROUND

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CANFIELD, OH-In a thrilling first-round OHSAA Playoff Football game at Rominger Stadium, the South Range Raiders emerged victorious with a final score of 43-20 over the Fairless Falcons.

The first quarter saw South Range taking an early lead as Tristan Toy broke through the Fairless defense with a spectacular 57-yard rushing touchdown, giving his team a 6-0 advantage. The extra point by Logan Butcher was successfully converted, making it 7-0 in favor of the Raiders.

Fairless came back strong in the second quarter, with Gio Moore running for a 15-yard touchdown, narrowing the gap to 7-6. However, South Range responded with a flurry of touchdowns. Blake Ewert ran for a 16-yard score, Aidan Dominguez dashed for an 8-yard touchdown.  Just when South Range felt in control, Tristan Toy threw a pass that was intercepted by Gio Moore for an 18-yard pick-six to tighten things up at 28-13.

Before the second quarter concluded, Blake Ewert added another incredible 53-yard rushing touchdown, and South Range took a commanding 35-13 lead at halftime.

In the third quarter, the Raiders continued to dominate. Tristan Toy found the end zone with a 22-yard rushing touchdown, and Blake Ewert broke free for an astonishing 80-yard rushing touchdown. The Raiders also converted a 2-point conversion to extend their lead to 43-13.

Fairless made a late push in the fourth quarter, with Peter Killy rushing for a 1-yard touchdown and Brent Hrynko converting the extra point. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Raiders, and the game concluded with a final score of 43-20 in favor of South Range.

The Raiders finished with 470 yards of offense, including 429 yards on the ground.  The tone-setter was Blake Ewert with 193 yards on 8 carries and three scores.  Tristan Toy supplemented the ground game with 117 yards on four totes, and 41 yards through the air on three completions.  Michael Chadbourne collected 26 yards on two carries as well.

Gaven Nagy led the Raider defense with a pair of interceptions.  Brady Crumbacher had his name called throughout the evening in every phase of the game, as he finished with seven tackles and a sack to lead the way.

The Raiders (10-1) will host West Lafayette Ridgewood next week at 7pm, you can catch all the action as well as 12 other games on YSN for $9.99.

CARDINALS COME UP JUST SHORT

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH –

In a thrilling Friday night matchup, the Akron Buchtel Griffins clashed with the Cardinal Mooney Cardinals in an intense showdown. The energy was electric as the two teams took to the field. Cardinal Mooney struck first with an impressive 47-yard field goal by Mason Janis, taking an early 3-0 lead with 5:10 remaining in the first quarter. But Buchtel wasn’t fazed and quickly responded.

With just under two minutes left in the opening quarter, Buchtel’s Justin Hill plowed through the Cardinal Mooney defense with a powerful one-yard touchdown run. Although the PAT was blocked, Buchtel took the lead at 6-3. The lead, however, was short-lived, as Cardinal Mooney answered back in the second quarter with a one-yard touchdown run by Brady Desmond. The PAT was unsuccessful, but the Cardinals took a 9-6 lead with 9:03 left in the quarter.

The back-and-forth battle continued in the third quarter when Buchtel’s Stevie Diamond connected with Demetrice Coates for a 19-yard touchdown pass. Despite a blocked PAT, Buchtel regained the lead at 12-9 with 9:17 on the clock.

The game intensified in the fourth quarter. Justin Hill, showcasing his incredible speed and skill, dashed for a spectacular 46-yard touchdown run for Buchtel. A successful two-point conversion extended Buchtel’s lead to 20-9 with just over four minutes remaining.

As tensions mounted, the Buchtel defense stepped up, with Zaire Lewis intercepting a Cardinal Mooney pass and returning it an astonishing 72 yards for a momentum-shifting touchdown. Although the PAT was blocked, Buchtel surged ahead at 26-9 with only 2:52 left in the game.

Cardinal Mooney refused to go down without a fight. Ashton O’Brien connected with Carlos Gomez for a 20-yard touchdown pass in the closing minutes, and Mason Janis successfully converted the PAT, narrowing the gap to 26-16 with just over a minute left in the game.

However, despite Cardinal Mooney’s late surge, time ran out, and the Akron Buchtel Griffins emerged victorious with a hard-fought 26-16 road win over the Cardinal Mooney Cardinals.

RISING FROM THE ASHTON

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH- Welcome back, loyal listeners, to another exciting episode on YSN: Your Sports Network.

In today’s Cardinal Mooney player profile, we have a very special guest who has been making waves on the football field. With an impressive list of records broken, our guest has taken the Cardinal Mooney offense to new heights.

Join DJ Yokley as he sits down with none other than Ashton O’Brien, the talented quarterback who has shattered passing yardage and touchdown records. Hear directly from Ashton as he shares his thoughts on his achievements, his growth as a leader, and his aspirations for the future.

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REMEMBER THE TITUS

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CANFIELD, OH- Welcome back, podcast enthusiasts! In today’s episode of YSN, we’re diving into our Little Raider Profile series with a spotlight on the talented Nick Titus.

This 6th-grade football prodigy has been making waves with his impressive stats, including throwing for a thousand yards in just eight games. But it’s not just about the numbers for Nick, as he shares his love for playing with his close-knit team and his two favorite receivers, Sammy and Harley.

We’ll also get to know Nick off the field, discussing his school challenges, favorite teacher, Halloween plans, and his aspirations for the future. So join us as we unravel the story of the remarkable Nick Titus on this exciting episode of YSN. Stay tuned!

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AUSTINTOWN FITCH FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 8) WITH TJ PARKER

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AUSTINTOWN, OH- Welcome to a new episode of YSN’s Coach’s Corner! In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Austintown Fitch Football’s head coach, TJ Parker. Join your hosts as they dive deep into the world of football and get a glimpse into the life of a dedicated coach. In this candid conversation,

Coach Parker shares his experiences, from dealing with scheduling challenges to facing intense rivalries. Discover the behind-the-scenes of the team’s journey to the playoffs and the determination that drove them to victory.

So get ready to huddle up and listen in as we take you inside the Austintown Fitch Football program with Coach TJ Parker. Let’s jump right in!

 

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THE BATTLE TESTED BULLDOGS

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POLAND, OH –  Vince Zuccaro and Caden Dennis are two remarkable seniors who have left an indelible mark on the Poland Bulldogs football team. As the starting left tackle, Vince Zuccaro’s imposing presence on the offensive line has been instrumental in the team’s success. His commitment to his position and his teammates has earned him the respect of both players and coaches alike. With his exceptional blocking skills and strong work ethic, Vince has been a key player in the Bulldogs’ offense, providing vital protection for the quarterback and opening up running lanes for his teammates.

Caden Dennis, also a senior, has shown incredible resilience and a deep love for the game of football. While an unfortunate injury sidelined him for the season, Caden’s commitment to his team has not wavered. Instead, he has transitioned into the role of a student-assistant coach, offering his knowledge and experience to support his fellow teammates from the sidelines. Caden’s football IQ and passion for the sport have made him an invaluable asset to the coaching staff and players alike. His ability to provide insights and guidance during practices and games has been a testament to his dedication to the Bulldogs, exemplifying that true leadership extends beyond the playing field.

Check out these two Poland star football players in the first round of the OHSAA state playoffs as the #3 Poland Bulldogs will take on the #14 East Liverpool Potters on Friday night from Bulldog Stadium!

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