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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Last season, Springfield girls basketball got further than any other hoops team on YSN, getting all the way to Dayton. As they’ll carry the momentum from their state tournament run, they also bring some new faces into the fold.  Springfield returns three varsity starters to the floor, and a bunch of others that played a big role in their success.

Head coach John Matisi was kind enough to take the time to talk with YSN’s Ty Bartell and Anthony Hartwig about what their season will look like. He talks about the leaders that he’ll have on the floor this season, why there is such excitement around the program this season, and so much more. Check out the latest Coach’s Corner with John Matisi.

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SPRINGFIELD TIGERS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 1) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH – Head coach John Matisi is eager to get back on the sidelines for another season of Springfield Lady Tigers basketball as they will look to rebound and continue their dominance after a state final four loss last year. Coach Matisi is coming off a 2022-2023 season that saw the Tigers go 24-4 with a loss to state championship runners up, Toledo Christian. This year however, Coach will look to replace a very talented senior class that took this program to the next level while looking to the future of the team as he will rely one some newcomers joining the returners.

YSN’s own, Steve Leslie, was able to sit down with Coach Matisi this week at the Tigers Table to talk about the offseason program that he has been implementing, what their schedule looks like this season and some key games that will provide the Lady Tigers fans with some excitement, who are some key players and potential standouts that not many fans have heard about yet, what his thoughts and expectations are for the upcoming season, and so much more!

This very special season preview of Springfield Lady Tigers basketball coach’s corner with head coach, John Matisi is LIVE!

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 4) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Springfield has done it! They’ve made it to the final stage of the OHSAA basketball tournament. This is a stage every team in the state dreams of.  For the first time in their program’s history the Tigers will be in the Division IV Final Four, and one of 16 teams left across the state of Ohio in all divisions.  How did the Tigers get here? They did it with consistent defense, and timely offense throughout the regional tournament.  In their two games at Massillon Perry the Tigers allowed 30.5 points per game.  They didn’t score too much more, averaging 39 in their two regional games.  They’ll hope to carry that defense to Dayton as they play Toledo Christian for a chance to advance to the state championship.

Tigers head coach John Matisi becomes the second coach in his family to reach the state tournament in the last three seasons. He took the time to talk with us about the excitement of this stage, what advice his dad gave him about playing in state, and much more. Check out Episode 4 of Coach’s Corner With John Matisi only on YSN!

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 3) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN, OHIO- The Springfield Girls Basketball team has been everything but disappointing this season. The Tigers have been guided by Head Coach John Matisi, who has kept his squad in rhythm as they have accomplished a Division IV District Championship by defeating Cornerstone Christian 43-21. Matisi will now prepare his team for a matchup in the Regional Semi-Finals against the Dalton Bulldogs. Matisi and his squad have battled objectives all year long and have a well bonded group of girls that are not backing down from anything.

Matisi had some time to talk with YSN’s Matt Morrison about the way things have gone throughout their season and as well as the goals that still have to be accomplished. Check out this exclusive interview only on YSN!

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 2) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- It took some stressful moments, but Springfield is officially in their second consecutive district championship game.  The Tigers had to come back from a nine point fourth quarter deficit to beat Southern to move on. It showed tenacity from the Tigers, especially the senior leaders.  Now the Tigers set their sights on a district championship against Cornerstone Christian. The Patriots were able yo escape a thriller over Mineral Ridge 45-43.

Springfield Head coach John Matisi took the time to hop on to an interview with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig to talk about the semifinal comeback, and preview the upcoming championship. Get ready Tigers fans and check out the latest episode of Coach’s Corner with John Matisi

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Springfield has felt hungry all off season after getting to regionals and falling short last season.  The Tigers had a lot of goals to get back to the level they were the year before, and take the next step.  Now that we are sitting past the em half way point, we are seeing a phenomenal Springfield team dominate the MVAC.  The Tigers are currently undefeated in the conference and serious contenders to come away with the title.  They have a league matchup with Sebring coming up Thursday night , and a non conference matchup with South Range on Saturday.

Tigers second year head coach John Matisi hasn’t taken much time to breathe new life in to the program. He took the time to catch up with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig about his team’s season. He also breaks down each senior and what they bring to the table as the Tigers prepare for senior night. Check out Episode 2 of Coach’s Corner with John Matisi only on YSN.

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 2) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Springfield has punched their ticket to regionals. In his first year as head coach, John Matisi has led the team to the mountain top. Springfield is in this spot for the first time in a long time. The Tigers got here with a 36-31 win over Maplewood. The Tigers defense stepped up big and held down a strong Rocket offense. They’ll need that defense again to try and slow down a Buckeye Central team that has a high flying offense as well.

John Matisi joined YSN’s Running Point this week to talk about this season. He talks with Ty Bartell, and Anthony Hartwig about their district championship win, what it will take to get the win in the regional semifinals, and much more. As Tiger fans gear up for their game in Massillon and hear Episode 2 of Coach’s Corner with John Matisi.

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SPRINGFIELD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOHN MATISI

NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- The Tigers are beginning a new era of basketball on the girls side of the hardwood this year. John Matisi will go from assisting the boys team, yo heading up the girls program. Springfield returns a ton of experience this season, and talent. The thing coach Matisi wants to see is consistency and confidence. The MVAC has become a lot more wide open and the Tigers might just be a team that can take the throne.

Coach Matisi took the time this week to come on to YSN’s Running Point to give us a preview of their season. He talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about their returning leaders, the Springfield community support of the team, and so much more. Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with John Matisi is live.

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