GIRARD, OH- Girard senior Heidi Trautman announced this morning that she will continue her academic and athletic careers at Kent State University, Trumbull Campus.
Trautman has been a leader on the Indian Bowling team, and will certainly look to keep her talent going at the next level.
Congratulations to Heidi, her family, and the Girard Bowling Team for their success over the last 4 years. We wish you strikes aplenty at KSU-Trumbull.
SALEM, OH- Girard went into hostile territory on Tuesday and walked away as a team to keep a close eye on in 2020. The Indians, led by Craig Hannon are a team that can shift their play to match the weakness of the opposition, which is how the Tribe strode away late in the game to defeat the Quakers 66-42.
Girard (1-2) was led by Christian Graziano’s 25 point effort and supplemented by Thomas Cardieus’s 15 tallies.
Salem (0-2) was paced by Jaren Snyder and Hunter Griffith who each recorded 9 points. Griffith added 10 boards for the Quakers.
Salem will prep for EBC foe, Alliance on Friday at home, while Girard will head to Falcon Country to take on conference rival, Jefferson.
GAME PHOTOS: HERE
GIRARD, OH- Girard was looking to rebound Friday night following a tough loss to McDonald on Tuesday but ran into a tough second-half Champion team and fell 67-52. The Indians started out well holding a 7 point lead going into the second period. In the second period Champion’s Noah Vesey and Nick Zigarovich got hot behind the three-point lead and took a two-point lead at the half. In the second half, Girard wasn’t able to stop Noah Bayus who scored 29 total points including a three-pointer of his own and Champion outscored Girard 29-13 in the second half.
Girard showed improvement over their last performance. With a very young team this year, they are looking to get better with every game and tonight they did that. Senior, Christian Grazziano led the team in scoring with 25 points. As well the Indians had a big contribution from Sophomore Dom Malito and freshman Bobby Aljers.
The Indians’ next game will be on Tuesday at Salem here in YSN.
*Story contributed by YSN’s Britt Taylor
GIRARD, OH- The Lady Rebels started the 4th quarter with 5 consecutive points to tie the ballgame, and ultimately continued their momentum to complete the comeback. The Rebels defeated the Indians 39 to 37.
Leading the way for Crestview was Krista Perry, who had 15 points, and was 3 for 5 at the free-throw line. Right behind her was Tanner Hoffer with 11 points. The Rebels will next face Lisbon on Thursday, while the Indians play Jefferson Area on Thursday at 7 p.m.
*Story contributed by YSN’s Richie Juliano
After the dust has settled in the regular season, the postseason begins for a few select teams under the YSN Coverage Umbrella. We’re here to clear up when and where you can see your teams play, and where you can tune in on YSN if you’re unable to make the game in person.
DIVISION IV
8) Girard (6-4) against 1) Perry (10-0) at 7PM
Saturday, November 9th
Announcers: Britt Taylor
5) Salem (8-2) against 4) Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (7-3) at 7PM
Saturday, November 9th
Announcers: Matt Mowery, Jarrod Niederhiser
7) Struthers (6-4) against 2) Poland (8-2) at 7PM
Saturday, November 9th
Announcers: Anthony Melone, Luke Schuster
6) Hubbard (6-4) against 3) Indian Creek (9-1) at 7PM
Saturday, November 9th
Announcers: Jamie Thomson
DIVISION V
5) Bellaire (7-3) against 4) South Range (7-3) at 7PM
Saturday, November 9th
Announcers: DJ Yokley, Brendan Miller
DIVISION VII
5) Warren JFK (7-3) against 4) Independence (7-3) at 7PM
Saturday, November 9th
Announcers: John Bolino
CANFIELD, OH- South Range and Girard should probably not have waited 51 years for the fireworks show these two teams put on at Raiders Stadium on Friday. Last year’s state runner-ups came in undefeated and flying high into NE8 play, but South Range controlled the line of scrimmage from the first drive to the last and played with purpose on their way to a 36-22 victory.
Raider Sophomore, Dylan Dominguez was the narrative of this story. Dominguez ran wild on 19 carries, busting for 207 yards and a touchdown. The most impressive runs were a few that Dominguez just would not give up and showed his best “Beastmode” impression throughout the game. Patrick McCabe also toted the rock for 114 yards on 21 carries with a trip to the painted grass. Isaac Allegretto scored on the ground twice and went 6/11 through the air with a score as well.
Defensively, Corey Kougher led the way with 9 tackles and Colin McCabe with 7.
Girard’s Haeden Gump was impressive on the defensive line, plugging gaps to the tune of 8.5 tackles. Jimmy Jones was the story offensively for the Indians, 18 carries with 107 yards and two scores. Andrew DelGarbino went 5/10 for 55 yards and a pick.
South Range (3-2) will head to Bo Rein Stadium to play the Red Dragons while Girard (4-1) heads home to battle NE8 leader, Poland.
GIRARD, OH- Girard wins 29 to 23 in a hard-fought game from both teams. Girard made a few mistakes early with 4 turnovers allowing West Branch to take a 9 point lead in the third quarter but led by Jimmy Jones, Drew Delgarbino and some crucial plays from Nick Malito the Indians were able to come back and win 29-23.
Much like last season, Girard has proved to be a second-half team and with this high powered offense will prove to be a force in the league as long as they can eliminate the turnovers.
The Indians are now on a collision course with Warren JFK next Saturday on the road. That game will be streamed on YSN.
*Contributed by YSN’s Britt Taylor
The South Range volleyball team dropped a four set match to Girard Tuesday night (25-23 16-25 17-25 21-25).
Girard got out to a strong start in set one holding at least a 3 point lead most of the way. The Raiders caught just to stay in striking distance not letting the lead get larger than 5. Late in the set, Girard have the Raiders an opening , and they took it. They went on a 12-6 run to close a set one victory 25-23.
The power of Girard, especially from the service line started to take its toll on the Raiders in set two. Natalie Pallone served up a big rally in the middle of the set giving the Indians control in the set. Helped out by 5 service errors in the set by the Raiders, Girard cruised to a set two win. 25-16.
The defense of the Indians led by senior captain Lexi Cochran was a clear advantage as the third set went on. Cochran and the Indians back row made kills come at a premium for the Raiders offense. Attack errors also hurt the Raiders, who hit in the negatives for the set. The Indians rolled again 25-17.
In set 4 both teams started shaky. Trading service errors, or attack errors leaving the set tied for the first 10 points. However, with Natalie Pallone serving another big rally Girard was able to gain a comfortable lead. The Raiders were able to come all the way back though using soft touches at the net to neutralize the Indian block. Girard was able to buckle down and get 5 of the last 6 points and seal the match with a 25-21 win in set four.
Anna Primavera had 10 kills for the Raiders, Emily Irons had 21 assists, and Reagan Irons had 13 digs.
The Raiders return to action Wednesday traveling to Boardman. Girard welcomes Poland on Thursday.
EAST PALESTINE, OH- It’s a new era in both East Palestine, and Girard as far as their football teams are concerned. With the departures of several seniors on both sides, the two teams gave a look of what the season may hold. For one side, it’s a reloading year, while the other may be looking to rebuild around their youth. Girard started the game with purpose and poise and kept that pace throughout a 60-0 route of East Palestine at Reed Memorial Stadium on Friday.
Girard posted up 27 points in the first quarter alone, keyed by a 74-yard TD reception by Toledo recruit, Nick Malito who finished his night with 100 yards on 3 catches. Andrew DelGarbino led the offensive attack behind center throwing for a pair of touchdowns and 130 yards while going 4/6 with a pick in abbreviated time. On the ground, Morgan Clardy led the way on five rushes stacking up 158 yards with two trips to the endzone including a 76-yard rush to start the game.
For East Palestine, Dominick Cathers went 8/22 for 71 yards and an interception through the air. The leading Bulldog receiver was Dalton Vance with a pair of receptions for 37 yards.
The Bulldogs (0-1) will look to rebound against MVAC opponent, Western Reserve while Girard will make their 2019 home debut against West Branch. Both games can be heard on YSN.
SEE PICS FROM THE GAME HERE: YSN PHOTOS
HUBBARD, OH- Dylan Durkos broke open a 2-1 Hubbard (16-12) lead in the bottom of the fifth with a bases-loaded single, bringing in two runs. This was after Girard’s (7-15) Nick DeGregory scored Austin Claussell on a base hit in the fourth inning.
Nate Bencetic had three hits and three RBI for the Eagles. Jimmy Palumbo added two RBI for Hubbard and Lukas Mosora had two doubles. Evan Jarvis and Jamie Thomson also had multiple hit games for the blue and white.
Joe Barr was the winning pitcher who allowed just three hits while striking out five.
Matt Miles took the loss for Girard going five innings, giving up six runs on nine hits and fanning five Eagles.
Offensively for the Indians, Jayden Maggs, Austin Claussell and Nick DeGregory had hits.
Hubbard will play Poland today at 5 p.m. at Poland.