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LAKEVIEW KEEPS THEIR SPOT IN FIRST PLACE

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GIRARD OH- Lakeview held firm at the top of the NE8 Thursday night, picking up a big 42-30 road win over Girard. The Bulldogs stayed steady throughout, using a balanced attack to get it done.

Sophie Irwin led Lakeview with 13 points, while Paige Schwartz added 11. Annabelle Humphrey chipped in 9, and Sienna Terry contributed 6 to help seal the win.

For Girard, Makenzee White scored 7 points, with Ally Gassman and Caylee Wilkes each adding 6, but the Indians couldn’t match Lakeview’s consistency.

Lakeview keeps it rolling Saturday with a trip to Brookfield, while Girard looks to bounce back Monday at Hubbard.

GIRARD COMES THROUGH IN THE CLUTCH

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GIRARD OH- Girard and Struthers squared off Monday night in a gritty NE8 battle, both fighting to stay at the top of the conference standings. Tied at 2-1 coming in, it was Girard that made the clutch plays late to pull off a 43-39 win and take control.

Ally Gassman led the charge for Girard with 17 points, while Caylee Wilkes added 13 and Makenzee White chipped in 11. The Indians leaned on their big three to grind out the win.

Struthers kept it close, with Ava Croyle dropping 12 points, Gianna Martin adding 9, and Katelyn Kimble scoring 8. The Wildcats fought hard but couldn’t quite finish it off in crunch time.

Girard keeps it rolling in league play Thursday when they host Lakeview. Struthers looks to bounce back the same night as they hit the road to take on Niles.

CLOSE FINAL TIPS POLAND’S WAY THIS TIME

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POLAND OH- After a couple of tough close losses, Poland flipped the script Tuesday night, edging Girard 59-56 in an NE8 thriller on their home court.

Carmine Tukalo led the way for the Bulldogs with 19 points, while Jacob Hayes added 14 and Brady Kendall chipped in 12 to secure the win.

Girard kept it tight behind Dom Phillips, who poured in a game-high 21 points. Nick Rafferty added 16, and Cam Herrick finished with 11, but the Indians couldn’t get over the hump late.

Poland hits the road Friday for a conference showdown at Niles, while Girard takes a break before hosting McDonald on December 27th.

BULLDOGS HAVE A FIERCE BITE IN NE8 PLAY

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GIRARD OH- Poland leaned on a big fourth quarter Monday night, pulling away late to snag a 40-33 road win over Girard in NE8 action. The Bulldogs cranked out 15 points in the final frame to seal the deal.

Lucy Harrell led the charge with 17 points, keeping Poland in rhythm when it mattered most. Leanna Boccieri added 9, while Sophia Generalovich and Cassie Blanch chipped in 5 apiece to round out the scoring.

Girard stayed in the fight behind Caylee Wilkes and Ally Gassman, who both dropped 14 points, but the Bulldogs’ late push proved too much.

Poland will look to keep the momentum rolling Thursday at home against Niles, while Girard will regroup for a non-conference showdown with Badger, also at home.

RAIDERS OFF AND RUNNING

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GIRARD OH- After a deep run to the state final four in football, South Range’s hoops squad finally hit the hardwood Friday night, opening their season with a statement win over Girard, 66-42. Despite the late start, the Raiders came out firing and never looked back.

Graham Heikkinen led the charge with 21 points, while Luke Rohan was right behind him, dropping 20. Gavin Nagy chipped in 9 to round out a dominant team effort.

For Girard, Dom Phillips scored 13 points, Dom Tolone added 12, and Tyler Wilson finished with 6, but the Indians couldn’t match South Range’s firepower.

Both teams are right back at it Saturday at Poland High School. South Range takes on Boardman at 3:30, while Girard faces Lowellville at 1:45.

GIRARD STRONG DOWN THE STRETCH

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NILES OH- The NE8 tipped off Monday night with a battle in Niles, where Girard came out on top with a gritty 51-46 win to snag their first conference victory.

Makenzee White led the Indians with 16 points, while Ally Gassman knocked down 14. Caylee Wilkes chipped in 8, and Gianna Saxon added 6 to help seal the deal.

Niles kept it close, thanks to Kherington Stanford’s 14 points and 11 each from Gianna Wagner and Ava Ferri, but Girard held strong down the stretch to close it out.

Both teams dive back into league play Thursday. Girard heads to South Range, while Niles will host Lakeview. It’s just getting started!

MINERAL RIDGE FIGHTS OFF INDIANS RALLY

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- Mineral Ridge went toe-to-toe with Girard on Thursday, pulling out a clutch 60-55 win in a back-and-forth battle. The Rams had two 12-point leads in the first half, but Girard didn’t go quietly, grabbing a 42-41 lead heading into the fourth. That’s when Mineral Ridge made the plays that mattered most to seal the win.

Lily Merolillo led the charge for the Rams with 19 points, while Ava Hulett added 18, and Sullivan Sandy chipped in 12. Ava Carkido rounded out the effort with 6. For Girard, Caylee Wilkes was a force, dropping a game-high 26 points, with Ally Gassman right behind her at 21.

Mineral Ridge hits the road Friday to take on McDonald in their MVAC opener. Girard will regroup and host Western Reserve on Saturday with a 5:30 tip.

RODRIGUEZ SCORES BIG TIME IN CAMPBELL WIN

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GIRARD OH- Campbell was firing on all cylinders Tuesday night, putting together a dominant 74-54 win over Girard. The Red Devils controlled the tempo from start to finish, thanks to a monster performance from Josue Rodriguez.

Rodriguez was unstoppable, torching the net for 40 points. Jared Colon added 19, and Keniel Alvarez chipped in 7 to round out Campbell’s offensive attack. Girard had four players hit double figures—Dom Phillips led with 12, while Dom Tolone, AJ Pearson, and Allen Hess-Cordona each added 10—but the Indians couldn’t match Campbell’s firepower.

Campbell is back in action Friday at home against Waterloo, while Girard looks to rebound when they host LaBrae the same night.

GIRARD BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH CRAIG HANNON

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GIRARD OH- After a tough 2-21 season in 2023, the Girard Indians are looking for a fresh start and new momentum this year. With a focus on growth and resilience, head coach Craig Hannon is confident the team can learn from last year’s struggles and take steps forward as a program.

The Indians will lean on the leadership of seniors Dom Phillips and Nick Rafferty, two key returners who bring experience and determination to the court. Phillips, a versatile player with a knack for stepping up in big moments, will be a focal point for Girard’s offense. Rafferty, known for his work ethic and ability to impact the game on both ends, will play a critical role in helping the younger players adjust to the pace of the season.

Coach Hannon is focused on turning last season’s challenges into opportunities for growth, using the tough experiences as a foundation for building a more competitive team. With a group that’s eager to improve, the Indians are ready to hit the ground running.

Girard opens the season at home on December 3rd against Campbell, where they’ll get their first chance to show how far they’ve come. The Indians may still be a work in progress, but there’s no shortage of fight in this squad as they look to make their mark this season.

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CLIPPERS SHOW OFF IN HOME DEBUT

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COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana wasn’t about to let Monday’s game get as wild as Friday’s overtime thriller. The Clippers came out firing and cruised to a 43-28 win over Girard, keeping things under control from start to finish.

Ava Heinrich led the charge for Columbiana, dropping 15 points and setting the tone early. Annah Clemmer added 10, while Ellie Venezia chipped in 8. Evy Rapp contributed 7 points, and Megan Moser rounded it out with 3. On Girard’s side, Caylee Wilkes fought hard with 11 points, and Makenzee White added 6, but the Indians couldn’t find enough firepower to keep pace.

The Clippers are in the middle of a packed schedule, with their third game in six days coming up Wednesday at home against South Range. Girard will look to regroup before heading to Mineral Ridge on Thursday, December 5th.

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