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LISBON STILL IN FRONT OF THE EOAC

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LISBON OH- Maintaining their unblemished record in the EOAC, Lisbon secured a hard-fought 47-39 victory over United on Tuesday night.

Trevor Siefke led the Lisbon charge with 14 points, supported by Hunter Dailey with 9 points and Luke Kraft with 6 points.

United, though facing a tough challenge, showcased strong individual performances, with Trent Ellyson scoring a game-high 17 points and Luke Courtney contributing 13 points. Beau Eichler added 5 points to the effort.

With this win, Lisbon extends their impressive record to 9-2, remaining undefeated in the conference. They now set their sights on the quest for a conference title as they travel to East Palestine on Friday. United, standing at 4-5, will return home to host Valley Christian in their upcoming Friday matchup, aiming to bounce back from the defeat.

VIKINGS VOYAGE TO VICTORY

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MCDONALD OH- In a fiercely contested battle on Tuesday night, Waterloo showcased their resilience, securing a hard-fought 61-52 road victory against McDonald, further solidifying their impressive season.

Leading the charge for Waterloo, Gage Hawley delivered a stellar performance with 24 points, supported by Jackson Eicher with 12 points and Kaii Warren with 10 points, as the team fought their way to success.

McDonald, displaying their own tenacity, had notable contributors in Wyatt Wolford with 15 points, Joey Cappuzzello with 11 points, and Drew Zajack with 9 points.

With this win, Waterloo advances to a 6-3 record and sets their sights on maintaining their winning momentum as they travel to face Springfield on Friday. McDonald, at 5-5, looks to bounce back as they hit the road to take on Jackson Milton in their upcoming Friday matchup.

BEARS HUNT DOWN SOUTHERN

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SALINEVILLE OH- In a thrilling back-and-forth showdown on Tuesday night, Leetonia emerged victorious with a 52-45 win over Southern, securing the last laugh in this closely contested battle.

Carson Brock led the charge for Leetonia with an outstanding performance, contributing a remarkable 27 points. Ashbee Merritt added 8 points, and Dylan Johns chipped in with 7 points, collectively propelling Leetonia to the hard-fought win.

Southern, putting up a resilient effort, had notable contributions from Yago Alonso with 12 points, Mason Pitts with 10 points, and Noah Chase with 9 points.

With this win, Leetonia moves to a 3-9 record and looks ahead to their next challenge on Friday as they hit the road to face Wellsville. Southern, at 1-10, aims to turn things around on Friday as they host Columbiana, seeking a positive shift in their season.

BATTLE OF THE WARRIORS GOES TO WEST BRANCH

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By Michael Ginocchi 


Beloit, OH– The West Branch boys basketball team looked to continue their success after their hot start to the season against EBC foe Carrollton. After only leading by four at halftime, once again West Branch exploded in the second half to win 58-37 and improve to 9-2 (4-0 EBC).



Coach Loudon saw a quality performance from his team on both ends of the floor. Gavin Gregory was effective scoring 16 points while shooting a perfect 4-4 from the foul line. He was equally as good on the defensive end blocking shots and grabbing rebounds. Jeremiah Thomas, Joey Jackson, and Jaxon Robb all added 11 points to help the Warrior offense. Thomas also had the crowd roaring with his jaw dropping assists throughout the night. After a slow first 3 quarters for Cooper Anderson, he ended up with 8.

 

Carrollton kept it close in the first half only trailing by four, but unfortunately they struggled to find offensive coming out in the second half. Lincoln Mallarnee was a bright spot for the Warriors leading the way with 17. Andrew Birong also was solid, scoring 10 points.

 

West Branch improves to 9-2 (4-0 EBC) overall. The Warriors will head to Salem on Friday for a big rivalry matchup with the Quakers. With the loss, Carrollton drops to 2-9 on the season. They will look to bounce back on Friday at Minerva.

 

HOWLAND PUTS THE BULLDOGS IN THE POUND

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HOWLAND OH- Howland delivered a significant upset on Tuesday night, securing a notable 50-34 victory over Poland, who suffered only their third loss of the year. The Tigers displayed a well-rounded effort on both ends of the court, disrupting Poland’s rhythm and clinching a convincing win.

Leading the charge for Howland, Anthony Chieffo contributed 12 points, while TJ Douglas added 10 points, and Alex Henry and Chris Fenton chipped in with 8 and 7 points, respectively.

Poland, despite their efforts, faced a resilient Howland defense. Cole Fulton led the Poland scoring effort with 11 points, supported by Andrew Todd’s 10 points and Oliver McCully’s 7 points.

With this triumph, Howland advances to a 6-6 record and sets their sights on returning to conference play with a Friday matchup on the road against Fitch. Poland, at 7-3, looks to regroup and return to league play with a road game against Struthers on Friday.

CHANEY FORCES OVERTIME, BUT IRISH FINISH THE JOB

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By Matt Maher 


YOUNGSTOWN, OH – It was a wild night in Youngstown as the Chaney Cowboys welcomed the Saint Vincent-St Mary Fighting Irish into their gym. The night saw both teams trade leads several times and head to the free throw line a lot in this tight contest that saw The Irish come out on top in Overtime 69-66.

 

Chaney came out with some thunder to start the game where they saw themselves score 9 points against the aggressive defense from STVM who would put up 13 of their own. Chaney saw Latrell Kimbrough put up 4 points in the paint and the freshman wonder, Austin Brown, hit an early 3. The Irish had an impressive start from Raishaw Hamilton who scored 5 points and Jayson Walker who went 2-for-2 from the line. 

St V kept the momentum going into the second where they would put up 10 points to Chaney’s 19. St V saw John Whorton come to life with 6 seemingly easy points from down low, DeCarlo Prince would also go 2-for-2 from the line. Chaney put it together in this quarter and saw 8 points off the bench from Cliff Scott and 6 points from 2 impressive 3’s from the hands of Bobby Johnson. The energy was set for the second half where we would see some thrilling plays from both sides.

 

What a response from the Irish coming out of the break! 24 points for Dru Joyce’s squad against the Cowboys and only 15 against would bring the score to 47-43. Elijah Carter would lead the scoring this quarter for Chaney with two of four made 2’s and 4 points. Asuante Mickle would also hit his first 3 of the game this frame. Prince showed amazing skill this quarter with 11 points Whorton would also find 5 more points on his night as well. 

 

Quarter 4 was as exciting as a basketball game could get thanks to multiple lead changes and several ties between these two tough opponents which was only fitting. ST V scored 14 points including 5 more from Walker and 4 more from Prince. Chaney put up 18 primarily from the free throw line where, as a team, they went a perfect 8-for-8. Mickel and Clifton Scott both put up 5 of those points both with a 3 and 2 made free throw shots. Walker and Scott traded 3’s in the dying seconds of the game with Walkers coming with around 5 seconds left but Scott took the ball down the court and hit the most energizing buzzer beating 3 to tie the game up and send us to overtime. 

 

The Battle continued but only for 4 more minutes as STVM outscored Chaney 8-5. Mickel put up a 3 but the Cowboys struggled from the line going 2-for-4 as a team where the Irish were perfect at 4-for-4. Add the perfect free throw shooting and two made 2’s and you find yourself with a hard fought Irish victory.

 

While Chaney couldn’t finish the job in extra time, they did put up a fantastic battle against one of Ohio’s most storied and successful programs in the past 2 decades. Chaney saw 4 players score in double digits including Asunte Mickel and Bobby Johnson who put up 11 points each and Austin Brown and Clifton Scott who both found 13 points. STVM (5-7) are back at home on January 12th when they host Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy from Dallas, Texas at 6:30PM and Chaney (2-5) stay at home when they play against their rival Youngstown East at 7:00PM.

RAIDERS FINDING THEIR FORM

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CANFIELD OH- South Range rebounded impressively on Tuesday, bouncing back from their previous defeat to Poland with a commanding 71-36 victory over Niles. The Raiders showcased their offensive prowess, leaving little room for Niles to counter.

Luke Rohan led the scoring onslaught for South Range, delivering a stellar performance with 25 points, including seven three-pointers. Dylan Turvey contributed 11 points, while Landon Moore, Nate Lewis, and Matt Singleton each added valuable points to secure the decisive win.

Niles, facing a tough challenge, had Stef Dorsey as their leading scorer with 10 points, closely followed by Anthony Budak contributing 7 points.

With this victory, South Range improves to a 7-4 record and enjoys a week off before their road matchup with Girard next Tuesday. On the other side, Niles (2-9) aims to bounce back as they face Girard on Friday in their upcoming contest.

STOPPING DOM CRUZ IS MISSION IMPOSSIBLE

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CANFIELD OH- As a captain of Canfield’s basketball squad, Dom Cruz is not just making waves; he’s creating a tsunami. The senior guard has invested years honing his skills, and this season, his dedication is paying off in remarkable ways.

Cruz etched his name into the record books by breaking the three-pointers record in a single half – a testament to his sharpshooting prowess. With multiple games in double figures and an average offensive output of 55.4 points per game, Cruz has been instrumental in Canfield’s success, including two games with scores exceeding 80 points.

Wearing the number zero, Cruz embodies his philosophy: zero excuses for anything less than greatness. This mindset has propelled Canfield to an impressive eight-game winning streak, showcasing Cruz’s impact on and off the court.

Learning from the legendary Coach John Cullen, Cruz has evolved into an exceptional leader for the Cardinals. Drawing from his experience, he guides a roster laden with returning players, providing stability and mentorship.

As Canfield eyes a promising future, Cruz is already setting his sights on playing basketball at the collegiate level. While the destination is yet to be revealed, it’s undeniable that any team securing Cruz’s talents will be gaining a phenomenal player and leader. The journey for Dom Cruz is not just about records; it’s about leaving an indelible mark on the game he loves.

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CLIPPERS CRUISE TO A WEEKEND VICTORY

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COLUMBIANA OH- In a swift and commanding performance on Saturday’s early afternoon, Columbiana dominated Brookfield with a decisive 42-11 victory, securing their ninth win of the season.

Columbiana’s Ellie Venezia led the charge with an impressive 13 points, supported by Evy Rapp, who contributed 9 points, and Averi Marshall, adding 6 points.

Brookfield faced a challenging defensive effort from Columbiana, with Mya Jumper managing 5 points to lead the Warriors.

With the win, Columbiana (9-1) looks ahead to Monday’s matchup against East Palestine, aiming to extend their successful season. Meanwhile, Brookfield (4-8) seeks a rebound in form as they take on Garfield on Monday.

LISBON STAYS UNBLEMISHED IN LEAGUE PLAY

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LISBON OH- In a conference showdown, Lisbon maintained its undefeated record in the EOAC, securing a convincing 50-33 victory over Wellsville on their home court.

Lisbon’s offensive charge was led by Trevor Siefke and Alex Shreffler, both contributing 17 points to the team’s well-rounded performance. Hunter Dailey added 9 points to the scoring efforts.

Despite Wellsville’s Tyrell Watkins showcasing his skills with 16 points, Lisbon’s staunch defense and balanced scoring proved too much for the Tigers to overcome.

With this win, Lisbon moves to an impressive 9-2 record and will look to continue their winning streak as they host United on Tuesday. Wellsville aims to bounce back on Tuesday as they welcome Valley Christian, seeking to return to the victory column.