LISBON, OH- United came in tied with Columbiana atop the girl’s standings in the EOAC, and Lisbon had hopes to play spoiler heading into Monday’s contest. Unfortunately for the Lady Devils, those hopes were dashed early in the game with the relentless attack from the Lady Eagles to the tune of 46-18.
Lisbon kept things tight with some early points, including a big three from Brooklyn Cousins to give the Lady Devils an early lead, but the second-chance opportunities for United were just too much. The Lady Eagles have 6 players listed as 5’10 or above on their roster- and the made the most of it on Monday night.
One of those players, senior Grace Knight, finished with a game-high 23 points in the victory. Knight’s jumper was spot on all night, and her teammates kept dishing the rock to her as she had open looks time after time. Sam Lippiatt finished the game with 8 points on the night, the Eagles were supplemented with Grayson Kidder’s five points, and four-point performances from Katie Dees and Addy Blazer.
For Lisbon, Captain Morgan Lively lit up the scoreboard for 12 points to lead the Lady Devils. Brooklyn Cousins had a three-pointer, and Amore Ramos had a bucket along with Jayden Smyth’s free throw.
United improves to 9-3 overall, and 7-1 in the conference, while Lisbon falls to 3-9 overall and 2-6 in the EOAC.
LISBON, OH- It always comes down to free throws. Doesn’t it?
In a closely contested matchup between the Wellsville Tigers and the Lisbon Blue Devils, it was the Tigers who emerged victorious with a narrow 47-45 win. The game kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer, delivering high-intensity action and impressive performances from both squads.
Bella Poppelriter was fouled with 1.6 seconds to go in regulation tied at 45. With the pressure on, the Wellsville junior stepped up to the line, and with ice in her veins, buried the game-winning shots.
The scoring tempo remained tight throughout the game, with Wellsville and Lisbon showcasing their skills on the court. The Tigers managed to secure the win with a balanced scoring effort, overcoming the Blue Devils in a hard-fought battle.
Leading the charge for Wellsville was Bella Poppelriter, whose impressive 27-point performance played a crucial role in the team’s success. Kaylee Rawson contributed 8 points, while Amiyah Powell added 6 to the Tigers’ total. Myleigh Jackson and Sam Drysdale also chipped in with 4 and 2 points, respectively, highlighting the team’s collective effort.
Lisbon put up a strong fight, with Brooklyn Cousins leading their scoring chart with 15 points. Morgan Lively and Alysa Wells added 12 and 7 points, respectively, as the Blue Devils tried to mount a comeback in the fourth quarter. Despite their efforts, Wellsville’s tenacious defense and clutch moments secured the narrow victory.
The box scores reveal the intensity of the matchup, with Wellsville maintaining their composure and converting crucial free throws down the stretch. Poppelriter’s four three-pointers added an extra dimension to the Tigers’ offensive arsenal, while Lisbon connected on three shots from beyond the arc.
Looking ahead, Lisbon will regroup and go back to the drawing board as they prepare for a matchup against Beaver Local on Saturday. On the other side, Wellsville will savor the hard-earned win and shift their focus to a home game against Valley Christian on Monday. As the season unfolds, both teams aim to build on this competitive encounter and continue their pursuit of success on the basketball court.
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BERLIN CENTER, OH- The head coach of the Lady Blue Devils of Western Reserve, Steve Miller, sat down for an interview on the YSN podcast to discuss the team’s journey and aspirations for the current basketball season. Coach Miller highlighted the pride he feels in the girls’ basketball program and the efforts made to showcase the girls and build a successful culture at Western Reserve.
When asked about the team’s challenges this season, Coach Miller candidly addressed their early season struggles, emphasizing the importance of addressing their weaknesses while staying committed to the team’s goals. He emphasized the need for collective effort, grit, and relentless play to turn the season around, highlighting the team’s potential and character.
Coach Miller also shared his favorite holiday traditions, including spending time with his family and enjoying festive football games. With a humorous touch, he expressed his love for classic holiday movies and shows and his passion for NFL games as a diehard Raiders fan.
The Lady Blue Devils are gearing up to tackle the challenges ahead, focusing on unity, perseverance, and a relentless passion for the sport. As they navigate through the season, they are determined to showcase their strength, resilience, and ability to overcome obstacles. With the leadership of Coach Steve Miller and the talent of the players, they are poised to achieve their goals and make an impact in the competitive world of girls’ basketball.
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CANFIELD, OH- After starting the season with three straight losses, the South Range Lady Raiders knew it would take more effort and energy to accomplish what they wanted this season, and they showed exactly that on Thursday night with at 54-40 victory over Struthers.
In a matchup riddled with fouls and turnovers, South Range was able to find a rhythm in their effort- and it was enough to seal their first victory of the season.
The Lady Raider seniors had a lot to do with it, veteran point guard Devin Sauerwein provided a spark throughout the contest with her speed and ball-handling, but also bucketed 13 to lead the burgundy and gold. Madi Dado showed poise and determination in her leadership with 9 points and great displays of effort on both sides of the court. Gwen Lowry showcased her skills to the tune of 12 points, and Sydney Penick had 6. Other scorers for South Range included Ceci Foster (2) Sophia Lucente (3) and Taylor Dado with 9 points, respectively.
Struthers had a great game plan for South Range, and that was to spread out their scorers, which they did. Offensively, Katelyn Kimble led the way with 11, and was able to find pockets of scoring from Gianna Mark (8), Emma Morris and Ava Croyle (5), Ava Hall (4), and Taiya Baraka (3).
South Range records their first victory of the season and is now 1-3, while Struthers falls to 1-4 overall.
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PEPPER PIKE, OH- In the premiere episode of the YSN podcast, “Orange Girls Basketball Coach’s Corner,” host DJ Yokley sits down with the renowned La’Shawn Brown, head coach of the Orange High School’s girls basketball team. With an impressive 14-year coaching career and a legendary basketball background herself, Brown offers a captivating glimpse into her life and coaching philosophy.
For Brown, basketball was not initially on her radar. Standing as the tallest girl in her high school and middle school, she originally had ambitions to pursue track. However, she was encouraged to give basketball a try, despite facing the setback of having lost her fingers in an accident at a young age. Overcoming this challenge, Brown showcased her skills and had a breakthrough sophomore year at Heights High School, paving the way for a storied basketball career.
Through her personal adversities, Brown developed resilience and discipline, instilled in her by her grandmother, who taught her to view herself no differently from anyone else. The experience of being treated like any other player and accepting her amputated hand propelled her to excel on and off the court.
As the head coach of the Orange girls basketball team, Brown is grateful for the opportunity to build a strong program and elevate her team’s level of play. She acknowledges the progress made in her inaugural year as head coach and expresses high expectations for the upcoming season. Brown commends her players’ dedication and hard work during the summer and anticipates the positive impact of new team members on the court.
Reflecting on her coaching journey, Brown highlights the importance of instilling discipline and affirmations to push her players beyond their comfort zones. She aims to create an environment where being uncomfortable, tired, or sore is accepted as part of the growth process.
Challenges remain for Brown in controlling expectations, particularly when it comes to understanding her players’ abilities and pushing them to exceed their limits. However, she welcomes the assistance of her experienced coaching staff and relishes the opportunity to mold her team into one that is prepared to fight, hustle, and do whatever it takes to succeed.
As the Orange girls basketball team heads into a new season, Coach Brown wants opponents to know that her team won’t back down. With a resilient and determined mindset, her players are ready to give their all, fight for every win, and leave it all on the court.
To hear more from Brown and gain insight into the world of Orange girls basketball, tune in to the full episode of the “Orange Girls Basketball Coach’s Corner” on the YSN podcast.
Stay tuned for future episodes highlighting the behind-the-scenes stories of coaches and athletes in the Orange High School community.
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BOARDMAN, OH- In this episode, we dive into the world of Boardman Girls Cross Country with the legendary Coach Rick Sypert.
We talk about the amazing group of girls he has this year, led by talented seniors and driven underclassmen. Coach Sypert shares insights on their training, including their weight program and the exponential changes he’s seen in his athletes.
We also get a sneak peek into their upcoming night race and the unique experience it offers. Join us as we chat with Coach Cypher and get to know the incredible team he leads.
Get ready for an exciting and inspiring conversation on YSN’s Boardman Coach’s Corner!
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BOARDMAN, OH- In his first year at the helm, Rick Sypert has led his Boardman Girls Cross-Country team to the “Trifecta” of XC Championships: The Suburban League, County, and AAC.
Not bad for a rookie.
Except that Sypert is anything but a newbie, his track coaching experience has made him a prime candidate to help these young student-athletes maintain and excel their goals and ambitions throughout the year.
We caught up not only with Coach Sypert, but the entire team of champions at Boardman for a combination of Spartan Coach’s Corner, and Player Profile on YSN.
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EAST PALESTINE, OH- It may have been senior night, but Joclyn Fristik was able to grab some spotlight on Monday evening for her hard work. The Junior Guard helped propel East Palestine to a 60-46 victory against East Liverpool.
Fristik scored a career-high 34-points while breaking the single-season record for three-pointers (54) and also broke the career record for three-pointers made (98). Oh, and by the way, she’s still left with a season and change to reset the bar in those categories as well as several others.
Chipping in offensively for EP was Morgan Rutledge with 10, and Bailey Davis with 7.
East Liverpool was led by Emma Ludwig’s 27 points, along with Shayla Foster with 8.
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WARREN, OH- The Heartland Christian Lions came down to the Gillen Gymnasium Monday night to try and spoil senior night for the JFK Eagles. However, the Lady Eagles were victorious in the end winning 59-40. A fantastic finish of the regular season.
From start to finish, Heartland always seemed to be one step behind Kennedy. The Lions fouled less than the Eagles in the first half, but that didn’t stop Kennedy from staying ahead in the scoring phase. Sophomore, Faith Hollobaugh drained three shots from being the arch with 9 total points in the half, matching her teammate Caitlyn Condoleon. Also with 9 points in the half on the other side of the ball was Maddie Mathews. At the end of the half, the score was 30-20
After a halftime full of exciting basketball from the little Eagles, the big Eagles came out swinging outscoring the Lions by 8 in the quarter and 17 in total. Hollobaugh was 5 for 5 at the free-throw line and scored 9 points in total in the second half. Condoleon was also 100% from the foul line and scored 11 points in the second half. Heartland tried to make a comeback as best as they could with 16 points in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough, for Kennedy ended their last regular-season home game with a win 59-40
Leading the Eagles in scoring Monday night was Caitlyn Condoleon was 21 points, followed up by Faith Hollobaugh with 18, both 100% at the free-throw line. Leading the Lions in scoring was Maddie Mathews scoring 19 points, followed up by Sydney Ogden with 13 points who was 5 for 6 at the line. JFK is now 13-7 on the season and next play North on Thursday. Heartland moves to 6-14 and next play Brookfield Wednesday.
*Story contributed by YSN’s Dom O’Brien
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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- Jenna Ricardo made Beavers basketball history as she and the Lady Beavers handled the Lisbon Blue Devils at home 77-44.
Ricardo came into the night needing 6 rebounds to reach 1,000 boards for her career. She has already eclipsed 1,000 points and become the all-time leading scorer in Beavers history, as she did so last year in her Junior season.
Everybody was on history watching from the tip, and they were not disappointed. Ricardo tallied 4 boards in the first quarter, and collected her 6th halfway through the 2nd quarter, sending the Beaver fans into a frenzy. At halftime, Ricardo was honored for accomplishing the feat, becoming the only player to reach 1,000 rebounds at Beaver Local (talk about the exclusive company). Head coach Stephanie Coie gave a speech about Ricardo and her accomplishments as a Beavers basketball player.
As for the game itself, the Beavers knocked down 15 three’s, that’s right, 15! Brooke Briggs went 4 for 4 from downtown, while Riley Britt and Madison Cline had 3 triples of their own. Ricardo also recorded a double-double in the game.
That certainly will help a team win as the Beavers put themselves in the win column in what was more than likely the last Lady Beaver home game.
*Story contributed by YSN’s Michael McKenzie
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