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WARRIORS WALK OFF ON HUSKIES

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Story by Larry Jennings
Edgewood, OH – Zane Naylor played the role of hero on Thursday, delivering a walk-off single in the bottom of the seventh inning to cap a tremendous comeback by the Edgewood Warriors in a 4-3 victory over the Cardinal Huskies.
Trailing 3-0 heading to the fifth inning, the Warriors started their rally by pushing across two runs in the frame. Hernandez singled to drive in Drew Hlavtur and Riley Baldwin to cut the deficit to 3-2.
Hlavtur then tied the game 3-3 in the sixth with an RBI fielder’s choice that scored Logan Randolf.
After a scoreless top of the seventh by Cardinal, Edgewood had the winning run on base with Naylor coming to the plate. The Warrior’s DH laced a hit into the outfield, scoring Hernandez to set off a wild celebration.
Baldwin led the Warriors offensively by going 3-for-3, while Alex Sperduto added two hits. Austin Fell earned the win in relief, firing two scoreless innings.
For Cardinal, Carter Tucker knocked in two runs, and Charles Soltis, Hunter Gresch and Purusky each collected two hits. But the Huskies were unable to hold their 3-0 advantage.
Edgewood looks to improve on their 7 – 10 record Monday when they host the Jefferson Falcons. Cardinal dropped to 9 – 9 and will look to bounce back at home against Hawkin on Friday.

HUSKIES POWER PAST HERALDS

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Middlefield,OH- In a challenging matchup, the Fighting Heralds faced a tough test against the Cardinal Huskies, ultimately falling short in a 17-1 loss on Wednesday.

The Cardinal Huskies wasted no time in asserting their dominance, striking early in the bottom of the first inning. Pleva, M. Grant, and N. Soltis each contributed with key hits, driving in runs and setting the tone for the game.

Continuing their offensive onslaught, the Cardinal Huskies extended their lead in the bottom of the second inning. A. Grant’s double proved to be particularly damaging, driving in three runs and further solidifying the Huskies’ advantage. M. Soltis added to the scoring with a timely single, further widening the gap.

The Cardinal Huskies showcased their offensive prowess once again in the bottom of the third inning, piling on six runs on three hits. Krebs and Pleva were instrumental in driving in runs, while an error by the Heralds allowed three more runs to cross the plate, extending the Huskies’ lead.

Isabelle Holler took the mound first for the Fighting Heralds, facing a formidable Huskies lineup. Despite her efforts, Holler surrendered nine hits and seven runs over two innings, facing a determined Huskies offense. Nadia Lagoa, Emma Hutchins, and Caitlyn Carney managed to collect hits for the Heralds, but their offensive efforts were not enough to overcome the Huskies’ strong pitching and defense.

Alyssa Cevera provided a bright spot for the Fighting Heralds, driving in a run to put the team on the scoreboard. The Heralds displayed patience at the plate, drawing five walks throughout the game in an effort to generate offense.

Meanwhile, the Cardinal Huskies’ offense was led by M. Grant, who delivered three RBIs, and N. Soltis, who notched three hits on the day. Pleva, Soltis, and Krebs also made significant contributions with multiple hits, while A. Grant showcased discipline at the plate with two walks.

The Huskies’ aggressive baserunning was evident as Krebs and Kaminski each stole multiple bases, contributing to the team’s four stolen bases in the game.

Although the Fighting Heralds faced a tough loss, they will look to regroup and come back stronger in their next matchup. Meanwhile, the Cardinal Huskies will aim to carry their momentum forward as they continue their quest for success on the diamond.

MUSTANGS WIN CLOSE BATTLE WITH HUSKIES

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Orwell, OH- In a tightly contested matchup on Monday, the Grand Valley Mustangs managed to edge out the Cardinal Huskies with a final score of 2-1. The game showcased impressive pitching performances from both teams.

The action heated up in the top of the fourth inning when Cardinal Huskies’ Logan Strever smashed a double, putting his team on the scoreboard and giving them an early lead.

However, the Grand Valley Mustangs quickly turned the tide in the bottom of the fourth, capitalizing on two errors from the Cardinal defense to take a 2-1 lead.

Pitcher Eric Ellsworth played a crucial role in securing the win for the Mustangs, going the distance with an outstanding 21 outs recorded. Ellsworth allowed just one run on six hits over seven innings, striking out eight batters and issuing no walks.

Despite Cardinal’s efforts, their pitcher Jackson Puruczky ended up on the losing side, surrendering two unearned runs on one hit over six innings. Puruczky showcased his talent on the mound, striking out six batters while only allowing one hit.

At the plate, Aidan Baker led the offensive charge for the Grand Valley Mustangs, collecting one hit in three at-bats. Meanwhile, Strever stood out for the Cardinal Huskies, going 2-for-3 with a crucial RBI.

Troy Domen’s speed on the bases was a factor for the Mustangs, as he managed to swipe two bases during the game.

With this hard-fought victory secured, the Grand Valley Mustangs look ahead to their next challenge as they prepare to face off against Cardinal once again, this time on the road, in Tuesday’s matchup.

DRAGONS FLAME OUT AGAINST HUSKIES

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Ashtabula, OH- The Lakeside Dragons struggled tough challenge on Thursday, falling to the Cardinal Huskies with a final score of 7-2.

Cardinal wasted no time getting on the scoreboard, notching a run in the top of the first inning courtesy of hits from Logan Strever and Carter Tucker. They extended their lead in the third inning, with Tucker’s single pushing them ahead 5-1.

Tucker also shined on the mound for Cardinal, going the distance and securing the win. He allowed just two hits and two runs over seven strong innings, striking out eight Lakeside batters. Gage Tome stepped up in relief for the Dragons, pitching four solid innings and conceding only one earned run.

Despite the loss, Lakeside saw some bright spots in their lineup. Alex DiSalvatore and Zack Palmer each contributed with a hit, with Palmer driving in one of Lakeside’s runs. Tristan Westerfield displayed patience at the plate, drawing two walks for the Dragons. Overall, Lakeside showed discipline, earning seven walks throughout the game.

Cardinal’s offense was led by Strever and Tucker, who both collected two hits and drove in two runs each. The Huskies showcased their defensive prowess as well, committing no errors in the field.

Looking ahead, the Lakeside Dragons will aim to bounce back in their next game against the Grand Valley Mustangs on Saturday, as they strive to turn the tide and secure a victory.

HERALDS STRUGGLE AGAINST HUSKIES IN MYRTLE

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Myrtle Beach, SC- In a commanding display of offensive prowess, the Harbor Creek Huskies (WV) triumphed over the St. John Heralds with a resounding 15-0 victory at Griffith Field in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The game, held on Friday, saw the Huskies dominate, especially highlighted by their explosive 11-run third inning.

Harbor Creek seized the lead in the top of the third inning, with a series of well-executed plays. Sam LaFuria ignited the scoring with a crucial single, driving in a run. Aidan Vaughn followed suit, getting hit by a pitch and bringing in another run. Preston Lanagan drew a walk, contributing to the run tally, as did Parker Irwin and Jake Rocky with their respective walks. Caden Folmar and Tyler Burick added to the onslaught with key hits, while additional runs were plated through a combination of groundouts and sacrifice flies. The Huskies exhibited patience at the plate, drawing nine walks throughout the game, further fueling their offensive onslaught.

On the defensive side, Harbor Creek showcased their prowess by maintaining a flawless fielding performance, committing zero errors. Pitcher Sam LaFuria anchored the defense, pitching four solid innings, allowing no runs and striking out five batters. Their dominance extended to the plate as well, with Burick leading the charge with three runs batted in, going a perfect 3-for-3 on the day.

Despite their efforts, St. John struggled to gain momentum against the relentless Harbor Creek offense and stout defense. Starting pitcher Brady Cole faced a tough outing, conceding six runs over two innings. St. John’s offense managed only two hits throughout the game, with AJ Henslee and Bryson Vennitti each contributing one hit.

With this victory, Harbor Creek Huskies showcased their strength and cohesion, asserting themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the competition. St. John Heralds will regroup and aim for a better outcome in their upcoming matchup against West Canada Valley on Saturday.

MUSTANGS LOCK IN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP

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Orwell, OH- In a resounding display of skill and determination, the Grand Valley Mustangs secured the CVC Valley division championship with a commanding victory over the Cardinal Huskies. The final score of 55-28 reflects the Mustangs’ dominance throughout the game, demonstrating their prowess on both ends of the court.

Quarter Scores:

  • Grand Valley Mustangs: 8 | 19 | 12 | 16 | 55
  • Cardinal Huskies: 8 | 10 | 1 | 9 | 28

Player Stats:

Grand Valley Mustangs Total Points:

  • Morgan Crawford: 17
  • Kaelyn Hart: 6
  • Reagan Boiarski: 8
  • Cloe Turk: 2
  • Abby Eland: 4
  • Dixie Miller: 8
  • Chloe Freeman: 8
  • Alex Hunt: 4
  • Kaitlyn Bauman: 2

Cardinal Huskies Total Points:

  • Emily Pleva: 8
  • Natalie Soltis: 6
  • Ivy Kamiski: 3
  • Nova Young: 11

The Mustangs showcased a balanced offensive effort, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. Morgan Crawford’s impressive 17 points led the charge, supported by notable performances from Reagan Boiarski, Dixie Miller, and Chloe Freeman.

This victory marks a historic achievement for the Grand Valley Mustangs, securing their first conference championship since 1989. The players, coaching staff, and fans celebrate this momentous occasion, recognizing the dedication and hard work that has led to this remarkable success.

In addition to the conference title, the Mustangs boast their most wins in a season since 2016, highlighting the team’s consistency and improvement over the years. The Grand Valley Mustangs, with a season record of 13-4, now set their sights on future challenges with confidence and determination.

The next game for the Grand Valley Mustangs is set to take place at home against the Cornerstone Christian Patriots (11-5) on 1/25/24. Anticipation runs high as the Mustangs aim to continue their winning streak and build on the momentum gained from their championship-clinching performance.

On the other side, the Cardinal Huskies (3-13) will regroup and prepare for their upcoming game on the road against the Berkshire Badgers (6-10) on 1/25/24. Despite the challenges faced in this matchup, the Huskies remain resilient and determined to bounce back in the games ahead.

As the Grand Valley Mustangs bask in the glory of their CVC Valley division championship, the entire community rallies behind them, eager to witness further triumphs as the season unfolds.

MUSTANGS FINAL PUSH ENOUGH FOR THE WIN

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Orwell, OH- In a thrilling matchup that had fans on the edge of their seats until the very end, the Grand Valley Mustangs secured a hard-fought victory against the Cardinal Huskies, with a final score of 64-57. The game, played with intense energy and determination, showcased the resilience and skill of both teams.

Quarter Breakdown:

Quarter 1: The Opening Exchange (15-15)

The game began with an electrifying first quarter as both the Grand Valley Mustangs and the Cardinal Huskies showcased their offensive and defensive prowess. The teams traded baskets, with neither side willing to yield an inch. The quarter concluded with a deadlock, both teams finishing with 15 points apiece, setting the stage for a closely contested battle.

Quarter 2: Mustangs Take Control (28-32)

In the second quarter, the Grand Valley Mustangs managed to gain a slight advantage over the Cardinal Huskies. The pace quickened as both teams intensified their efforts, with Bobby Rogers and Braden Hart leading the Mustangs’ charge. The Huskies fought valiantly, but the Mustangs outscored them 17-13 in this quarter, heading into halftime with a four-point lead.

Quarter 3: Intense Back-and-Forth (43-47)

As the second half commenced, the intensity on the court escalated. The third quarter witnessed a fierce back-and-forth battle, with Troy Domen and the Huskies refusing to let the Mustangs extend their lead comfortably. Both teams traded blows, with each possession becoming crucial. The Mustangs added 15 points to their total, maintaining a slim four-point lead heading into the final quarter.

Quarter 4: Mustangs Secure the Win (64-57)

The fourth quarter unfolded with a crescendo of excitement. The Grand Valley Mustangs showcased their resilience and determination, putting up an impressive 21 points. Jerry Schultz continued his stellar performance, leading the Mustangs to a decisive victory. The Cardinal Huskies, though valiant in their efforts, managed only 10 points in the final quarter, allowing the Mustangs to secure the win with a final score of 64-57.

Top Performers:

Grand Valley Mustangs:

  • Jerry Schultz: 25 points
  • Bobby Rogers: 16 points
  • Braden Hart: 15 points
  • Ben Cozad: 3 points
  • Joey Galfidi: 3 points
  • Sammy Goforth: 2 points

Cardinal Huskies:

  • Troy Domen: 21 points
  • Cal Camello: 11 points
  • Aiden Gallagher: 11 points
  • Dominic Naples: 10 points
  • Landon Gallagher: 4 points

Key Highlights:

Jerry Schultz not only led all scorers with an impressive 25 points but also dominated the boards, leading both teams in rebounds. Schultz’s all-around performance played a pivotal role in the Mustangs’ success.

Upcoming Games:

The Grand Valley Mustangs (3-5) are geared up for a challenging road game against the Kirtland Hornets (4-2) on 1/9/24. The Hornets, coming off a close loss to the Crestwood Red Devils, will look to defend their home court.

Meanwhile, the Cardinal Huskies (2-8) are set to face the Berkshire Badgers (2-5) at home on 1/9/24. The Badgers, who recently suffered a narrow defeat to the Wickliffe Blue Devils, will aim to bounce back in this matchup.

The clash between these teams promises another exciting chapter in high school basketball, with both the Mustangs and Huskies determined to make their mark on the season.

HUSKIES SHOOTING TOO MUCH FOR HERALDS

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Photo Credit: Joclyn Nicholas Photography

Ashtabula, OH- In a riveting Girls Basketball matchup, the St. John Heralds faced off against the Cardinal Huskies, resulting in a hard-fought battle that saw Cardinal emerging victorious with a final score of 46-35. Let’s break down the action quarter by quarter and analyze the standout performances from key players.

First Quarter: The opening quarter set the tone for a competitive game, with St. John taking a slight lead at 9 points, while Cardinal trailed closely with 7 points.

Second Quarter: Cardinal turned the tide in the second quarter, outscoring St. John 17-5. Emily Pleva was a force to be reckoned with, contributing significantly to Cardinal’s offensive efforts.

Third Quarter: St. John mounted a comeback in the third quarter, scoring 13 points. However, Cardinal maintained their lead with a 12-point effort, showcasing the resilience of both teams.

Fourth Quarter: In the final quarter, Cardinal secured their victory by adding another 10 points to their total, while St. John managed 8 points.

Player Stats:

St. John Total Points:

  • Mickey Zheng: 12 points
  • Izzy Holler: 4 points
  • Alexa Jordan: 6 points
  • Marissa Williams: 5 points
  • Grace DiSalvatore: 8 points

Cardinal Total Points:

  • Emily Pleva: 19 points
  • Natalie Soltis: 2 points
  • Ivy Kaminski: 15 points
  • Olivia Kreus: 4 points
  • Adelyn Grant: 3 points
  • Nova Young: 4 points

Despite the loss, standout performances from Mickey Zheng and Grace DiSalvatore showcased the tenacity of the St. John team. On the other side, Emily Pleva’s impressive 19-point contribution, including 5 3 pointers, played a pivotal role in Cardinal’s triumph.

Upcoming Games: The St. John Heralds (2-5) will regroup and prepare to play at home against the Chalker Wildcats (1-3) on 1/4/24. Meanwhile, the Cardinal Huskies (2-8) are gearing up for a home game against the Kirtland Hornets (3-4) on 1/5/24. The Hornets are riding high on a recent 45-44 victory over the West Geauga Wolverines, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.

HUSKIES WRANGLE MUSTANGS ON HOMECOMING

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Story contributed by YSN’s Tyler Hartz

Orwell, OH-  The Grand Valley Mustangs played host to the Cardinal Huskies for their homecoming game. The first quarter began with Grand Valley turning the ball over on downs, inside Husky territory. However, the Huskies found the endzone in the first two plays of their drive coming from a 73-yard touchdown reception from Reese Soltis (#22), the PAT by Landon Gallagher (#5) was good.

The following drive the Mustangs drove the ball down the field and capitalized as Quarterback Sammy Goforth (#7) found running back John Foss-Peters (#13) on a 5-yard screen play to answer back, however for the Mustangs, the 2-point conversion was unsuccessful.

Both teams traded blows to start the second quarter, Grand Valley forced a turnover at the 6:21 mark, where Connor Sullivan jumped on the loose ball. Only for Grand Valley to give the ball right back the very next play where Troy Domen intercepted the ball, and the Huskies scored the following drive where Quarterback Logan Strever (#6) took off out of the pocket and scored a 10-yard touchdown. The following drive for the Mustangs, Aidan Gallagher (#1) got in on the action as he intercepted the ball giving the Huskies the ball back with 1:33 remaining before halftime. The Huskies offense was dialed in as Aidan Gallagher (#1) found the endzone on a 23-yard reception to give the Huskies the lead 21-6 going into halftime.

Coming out to start the second half the Huskies wasted no time finding the endzone, as Logan Strever (#6) found receiver Aidan Gallagher (#1) again for his second score of the game off another 23-yard reception to give the Huskies the 28-6 lead. 

During the 4th quarter of action, running back Kyle Sinclair (#11) got right to work as he found himself in the endzone on two separate occasions. Two rushing touchdowns, one off a 4-yard rush and the second being an 18-yard rush. Kicker Landon Gallagher was able to bury all his PAT attempts (6/6) to bring the final score to 42-6 during tonight’s matchup.

Next week the Grand Valley Mustangs (2-6, 0-3 CVC Valley Division) will travel to Burton, OH to take on the Berkshire Badgers during week 9. During week 8 play, the Badgers came out on top against the Crestwood Red Devils by a final score of 35-24, moving them to 4-4 on the season and 2-1 in conference play.

HARRISON CENTRAL TRAPS THE BEAVERS

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The Beaver Dome played host Friday night to a story of two halves. The second half proved to be the stronger story as Harrison Central defeated Beaver Local 44-32 on Homecoming night.

The Beavers were in control early as Evan Stephenson would lead the way scoring six 1st quarter points guiding the red & white to a 13-6 lead. The strong play for Beaver Local continued in the 2nd quarter as the defense would put the squeeze on the Huskies creating transition points leading to a 19-9 lead. Broc Taylor would close out the first half converting a breakaway layup off a steal giving the home team a 26-16 halftime lead.

This is where the story would completely change as Harrison Central would author the ending. The Huskies defense would completely shut down the Beavers offense behind a smothering 2-3 zone. That defense would lead the Harrison Central comeback as they would limit the Beavers to just four points in the 3rd quarter.  Hayden Cassidy provided the highlight of the night as his beyond halfcourt shot at the buzzer would ignite the Huskies faithful tying the score 30-30 heading to the 4th quarter.

The final frame proved to be a forgettable chapter for Beaver Local as they would only muster two points late in the quarter off a Broc Taylor runner in the lane. The Huskies outscored their opponent 14-2 in the final frame on their way to the comeback victory.

The Beavers were led by Evan Stehanson and Broc Taylor each scoring 12 respectively. Every story deserves royalty as Faith Talbott would be crowned Homecoming Queen prior to the start of the game. Beaver Local 6-6 looks to stop a 2 game losing streak as they travel to Indian Creek Tuesday.

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler