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SPRINGFIELD TIGERS FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 11) WITH SEAN GUERRIERO
NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – The Springfield Tigers and head coach Sean Guerriero are set up with a fantastic road for the state playoffs as they earned the seven seed. The Tigers are all about one game at a time but fans are starting to think long term for a playoff run. Up first for Springfield will be a home game as they will take on the Monroeville Eagles on Friday night.
YSN’s own, Steve Leslie was able to sit down with Coach G this week at the Tiger’s Table to discuss the upcoming playoff game with Monroeville, what he thinks the Tigers need to do to get a first round win and advance, a little future look at who the Tigers could all line up with this post season, and so much more!
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TIGERS READY TO MAUL THE COMPETITION
NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – The Springfield Tigers have secured the number seven seed in the OHSAA State Playoffs in Division VII, Region 25. Coming off tying for the MVAC championship with Lowellville and Western Reserve, Springfield will look to make a push this post season. The Tigers are set to play host to the Monroeville Eagles on Friday night in the first round.
YSN’s own, Steve Leslie was able to sit down with Hayden Pavlock and Sean Guerriero this week at the Tiger’s Table to discuss the upcoming playoff game with Monroeville, what they have thought about their senior seasons so far, what they think the Tigers need to do to get a first round win and advance, and so much more!
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RED DEVILS HOLD OFF MUSTANGS
STORY BY TYLER HARTZ:
Orwell, OH- This game got off to a slow start as both teams exchanged punts in the first quarter, we finally got our first piece of action in the second quarter where Sammy Goforth (#7) recovered a fumble setting up Grand Valley inside the 10-yard line. Just a few plays later John Foss-Peters (#13) was able to punch the ball in from the 1-yard line giving the Mustangs an early lead, 7-0 against Crestwood. The Red Devils would respond instantly with a 67-yard reception, as quarterback Charlie Summer (#3) found receiver Wyatt Januska (#4) in the endzone, and the Red Devils went for the 2pt conversion with a hand off to running back Nate Blasiole. At halftime the Red Devils led 8-7.
A few minutes had passed in the second half, but Grand Valley was back on the board, when John Foss-Peters found the back of the endzone again on a 3-yard run with the 2-point conversion being no good. The Mustangs had the lead 13-8, only for Wyatt Januska (#4) to take the following kickoff 75 yards to the house for a quick answer, and that put the Red Devils back up top 14-13. However, Grand Valley wasn’t done in the 3rd quarter, running back Andrew Soltis (#26) scored off a 6-yard rush, with the 2-point conversion being successful, scored by Aidan Baker.
With 9:31 left in the 4th quarter Crestwood brought receiver Wyatt Januska (#4) on a jet sweep to the right, where he found launched the ball down field to brother A.J Januska (#8) for a 43-yard touchdown pass and the 2-point conversion was successful, scored by Bryce Giel (#6). With the score now 22-21 in favor of Crestwood, Grand Valley was moving the ball downfield, when they were faced with a 4th and long. The Mustangs were lined up in punt formation, the ball was snapped, and Sammy Goforth (#7) took off running left, when Aidan Baker (#21) got open, and Goforth (#7) delivered a beautiful pass on 4th down to keep the drive alive. The same drive Goforth (#7) found senior wide receiver Jerry Schultz on a 16-yard reception give put the Mustangs back up top, 27-22 with the 2-point conversion being no good. Crestwood then got the ball back and was able to waste enough time on the clock before running back Nate Blasiole (#2) found the back of the endzone on a 6-yard run and giving Crestwood the lead 28-27. Grand Valley had one more drive, but failed to convert on 4th and 10, they turned the ball over and Crestwood kneeled the ball to end the game.
WESTERN RESERVE CAGES THE BLUEJAYS
* CONTRIBUTED BY BOB ZANNI
NORTH JACKSON, OH – On a crisp autumn evening in the small town of North Jackson, Ohio, the Western Reserve Blue Devils took on the Jackson-Milton Bluejays in a highly anticipated football matchup. The excitement in the air was palpable as fans from both teams gathered at the stadium.
The Western Reserve Blue Devils got off to a strong start in the first quarter. Their quarterback, Luke Henning, led the charge with a 1-yard touchdown run. However, instead of opting for a conventional extra point attempt, the Blue Devils had something special up their sleeves. Henning faked the PAT and found Nathan Hemberger in the end zone for a 2-point conversion. The trick play put Western Reserve ahead 8-0 with 7 minutes and 40 seconds left in the first quarter.
As the first quarter came to a close, the Blue Devils’ offense continued to impress. Henning showcased his passing skills with a beautiful 28-yard touchdown pass to his reliable target, Chris Pater. Andriy Chuta Suy nailed the extra point, extending Western Reserve’s lead to 15-0 with just 1 minute and 53 seconds left on the clock.
The Blue Devils weren’t done yet. In the second quarter, Henning connected with Jack Darney on a 10-yard touchdown pass, further cementing their lead. Chuta Suy once again delivered with the extra point, making it 22-0 for Western Reserve at 3 minutes and 24 seconds into the quarter.
The Jackson-Milton Bluejays, determined to get on the scoreboard, mounted a comeback in the third quarter. Joey Zayas broke through the Blue Devils’ defense with a determined 17-yard touchdown run, and Sam Conn successfully converted the extra point, narrowing the gap to 22-7 at 9 minutes and 21 seconds in the third quarter.
Despite the Bluejays’ valiant efforts, the Western Reserve Blue Devils managed to hold on to their lead for the rest of the game. Their earlier touchdowns and successful extra points proved to be enough, as their defense held strong against the Bluejays’ offensive attempts.
In the end, it was a triumphant night for the Western Reserve Blue Devils, who emerged victorious with a final score of 22-7. The team’s creativity on special teams and their strong offensive plays, led by Luke Henning, propelled them to this impressive win, leaving their fans excited as they celebrated a well-earned victory on the road.
PIRATES STEAL ONE FROM THE EAGLES
* CONTRIBUTED BY DOM O’BRIEN
RAVENNA, OH – In a thrilling and closely contested football game between the Southeast Pirates and the Warren JFK Eagles, the outcome was decided in the final moments of the fourth quarter, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
The match began with a spectacular pass from Warren JFK’s quarterback, Fred Bolchalk, to Ian Odille for a 22-yard touchdown. The Eagles took an early 6-0 lead just 8 minutes and 12 seconds into the first quarter.
Southeast Pirates, however, responded swiftly. Antonio Mejia, the Pirates’ running back, broke free for a 13-yard touchdown run, tying the game at 6-6 with 5 minutes and 6 seconds remaining in the quarter.
The first quarter ended with both teams tied, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.
As the second quarter unfolded, the Warren JFK Eagles retook the lead. Marcus Komora carried the ball for a remarkable 32-yard touchdown run, putting the Eagles ahead 12-6 with 6 minutes remaining.
Southeast Pirates’ Case Myers had other plans. He executed a 3-yard touchdown run, and the extra point was good, making it 12-12.
The back-and-forth battle continued in the third quarter. Warren JFK’s Trevon Hall managed a 1-yard touchdown run, giving his team an 18-12 advantage with 7 minutes and 33 seconds on the clock. But the Southeast Pirates wouldn’t back down. Case Myers orchestrated a stunning 19-yard touchdown run, leveling the score at 18-18 with 5 minutes and 29 seconds to go in the third quarter.
The Southeast Pirates grabbed the lead in the fourth quarter, as Antonio Mejia powered his way to a 2-yard touchdown run. With 2 minutes and 21 seconds left, Southeast led 25-18.
However, the game wasn’t over. In a dramatic final attempt, Warren JFK’s Fred Bolchalk connected with Marcus Komora for a 10-yard touchdown pass as time expired. The Eagles had a chance to tie the game with a two-point conversion but missed it, leaving the score at 25-24 in favor of the Southeast Pirates.
It was a hard-fought victory for the Southeast Pirates, who managed to hold on to their slim lead and secure a thrilling 25-24 win over the Warren JFK Eagles in a game that will be remembered for its intense moments and last-second drama.
BLUE DEVILS TAME THE TIGERS
* CONTRIBUTED BY NATE DICROSS
LISBON, OH – It was a crisp autumn evening in Lisbon, Ohio, as the Lisbon Blue Devils prepared to face off against their rivals, the Wellsville Tigers. Not only was it the last game of the regular season; Lisbon also honored all 17 student-athletes who are seniors in the fall sports season.
The game kicked off with a bang. Lisbon’s quarterback, Trevor Siefke, wasted no time making his presence felt. Just moments into the first quarter, he connected with his wide receiver, Logan Stauffer, on a stunning 66-yard touchdown pass. The crowd erupted as Ben Webber successfully added the extra point, giving Lisbon an early 7-0 lead with 9 minutes and 58 seconds remaining in the quarter.
Lisbon’s offense continued to sizzle. With 7 minutes and 21 seconds left in the first quarter, Siefke once again found Stauffer, this time for a 40-yard touchdown pass. The reliable Ben Webber added the extra point, extending Lisbon’s lead to 14-0.
But Trevor Siefke wasn’t done showcasing his skills. With just over a minute remaining in the first quarter, he connected with Austin Dailey on a 24-yard touchdown pass. Although the two-point conversion was unsuccessful, Lisbon maintained a commanding 20-0 lead.
The second quarter saw no respite for the Tigers. Siefke, in a league of his own that night, launched a beautiful 32-yard touchdown pass to Luke Kraft. Ben Webber was once again right on target with the extra point, and Lisbon stretched their lead to an astonishing 27-0 with 7 minutes remaining in the first half.
Hunter Dailey joined the scoring spree, bulldozing his way through Wellsville’s defense with a 1-yard touchdown run. Ben Webber’s foot remained golden as he successfully converted the extra point, making the score an overwhelming 34-0 with just 3 minutes and 37 seconds left in the second quarter.
The Wellsville Tigers, though facing a significant deficit, showed their resilience as Clayton Kersey unleashed a remarkable 53-yard touchdown pass to Landon Ramsey. Unfortunately for the Tigers, the two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful, leaving the score at 34-6 with 1 minute and 27 seconds to go in the first half.
The Lisbon Blue Devils weren’t ready to take their foot off the gas. In the waning moments of the second quarter, Trevor Siefke found Luke Kraft again, this time for a 14-yard touchdown pass. Ben Webber added another point after touchdown, and Lisbon entered halftime with a commanding 41-7 lead.
Wellsville came out of the locker room with renewed determination in the third quarter. Richie Dowling bulldozed his way through Lisbon’s defense for a 2-yard touchdown run. The Tigers successfully converted the two-point conversion, narrowing the gap to 41-14 with 4 minutes and 7 seconds left in the third quarter.
However, it was too little, too late for Wellsville, as the Lisbon Blue Devils held onto their commanding lead until the final whistle. The game showcased the remarkable skill and teamwork of the Lisbon Blue Devils, led by their star quarterback Trevor Siefke and an unwavering Ben Webber on the PATs, securing a convincing 41-14 victory over the Wellsville Tigers.
Logan Stauffer also became the first Lisbon Blue Devils player to reach the 1000 receiving yards in a season at the 4:30 mark in the second quarter! Trevor Siefke also became the Lisbon Blue Devils all time passing yards leader as he eclipsed the mark in the first half!