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KENNY FROM THE BLOCK

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By Ty Bartell

AKRON OH- Following their win of the 2023 division 1 State Championship, The Archbishop Hoban
Knights would be in need of new faces to step up after losing a large and contributing senior class from the year prior. One of those new faces that knows a thing or two about basketball is Hoban’s newest combo guard in junior Kenny Scott! Starting at a very young age,

Scott found his love for basketball as early as he can remember. Always with a basketball in his hands and always wanting to improve, Kenny keeps the winners mentality of never being satisfied. Averaging over 9 points per game this season, Scott has become one of the main offensive options to go for Hoban this season. Not just a scorer, Kenny also leads his team in assists per game at 3.9!

Winners of a sectional title against Boardman at the time of this article, The Knights are now 16-7 on the season and see themselves right in the thick of another gauntlet of a division 1 tournament. One thing is for sure, as long as Kenny has the ball in his hands, good things are sure to happen! YSNs Ty Bartell got the opportunity to talk with The Knights junior about his move to Hoban, the culture of the team, his role with The Knights and some future goals for the junior. All that and more in this edition of Player Profile exclusively on YSN!

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KNIGHTS GO ORANGE PICKING

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By Ty Bartell

RAVENNA, Ohio — The Archbishop Hoban Knights girls basketball team delivered a commanding performance, defeating the Akron Ellet Lady Orangemen in the district semi-final with a resounding score of 86-38 on Wednesday night.
The victory marked a rematch from the regular season, where Hoban narrowly secured a road win against Ellet with a score of 49-45. However, in this crucial playoff matchup, Hoban wasted no time asserting dominance, launching into the game with a blistering 14-0 run.

Key contributors “Zig” Niera Stevens and Mackenzie Edingburgh spearheaded Hoban’s early onslaught, propelling the Knights to a commanding 23-8 lead by the end of the first quarter.

Hoban maintained their momentum into the second quarter, with Niera Stevens delivering a career-best performance, supported by Zoey Hodge, who emerged as the Knights’ “secret weapon” against Ellet. By halftime, Hoban had built a formidable 47-23 lead.
Entering the second half, the Knights showed no signs of letting up, intensifying their pressure on Ellet and effectively enforcing a running clock by the midway point of the third quarter. Outscoring their opponents 39-15 in the second half, Hoban sealed an emphatic 86-38 victory.

Standout performances from Niera Stevens and Zoey Hodge earned them the recognition of Players of the Game. Stevens recorded a career-high 28 points, while Hodge contributed a significant 18 points. Additionally, Mackenzie Edingburgh and Makenzie Grant added double-digit scores of 17 and 11 points, respectively, further solidifying the Knights’ dominance.

With the win, Archbishop Hoban (19-3) advances to pursue their fifth consecutive district championship. They are set to face off against the #8 seeded Medina Battling Bees (21-4) on Friday, March 1st at 7 p.m. The matchup will take place at Ravenna High School.
Fans can stay updated on Archbishop Hoban Knights basketball throughout the season, with live games, scores, stats, stories, and more available on YSN.

KNIGHTS CRUISE PAST COWBOYS

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By Ty Bartell

 

AKRON, Ohio — The Archbishop Hoban Knights boys basketball team secured a decisive 75-49 victory over the Chaney Cowboys in a spirited Friday night matchup.

Despite Chaney’s reputation for fearlessness and competitiveness, Hoban established an early lead, edging out the Cowboys 14-11 after the first quarter. Both teams traded advantages in the opening period, with the Knights showcasing a balanced offense while Chaney relied on freshman standout Austin Brown to keep them in contention.

Hoban elevated their performance in the second quarter, outscoring Chaney 23-18 to carry a 37-29 lead into halftime. The Knights continued to assert their dominance after the break, maintaining their momentum and thwarting any attempts by the Cowboys to mount a comeback. Behind a 17-11 third quarter, Hoban extended their lead to a commanding 54-40 advantage heading into the final period.
In the fourth quarter, the Knights sealed the victory with authority, outscoring Chaney 21-9 to clinch their 15th win of the season with a final score of 75-49.
Leading the scoring charge for Hoban were Jonas Nichols and Kenny Scott, each contributing 13 points, followed by Joey Hardman with 10 points. Meanwhile, Chaney’s offense was spearheaded by freshman sensation Austin Brown, who tallied a game-high 21 points with five made 3-point shots, supported by Dwayne Thompson with 11 points.

With the win, Archbishop Hoban concludes the regular season with a record of 15-7 as they prepare for the upcoming state tournament. The Knights, seeded 12th in the Division 1, Region 2, Northeast 5 bracket, will await the winner of the Massillon-Perry vs. Boardman Spartans matchup in the sectional final.
Chaney finishes their regular season with a record of 7-11 and will host the Lutheran West Longhorns (19-2) on Saturday in their final game before postseason play.

For the latest updates on Hoban Knights and Chaney Cowboys basketball, including live games, scores, stats, and stories, fans can stay tuned to YSN throughout the season.

KNIGHTS BUST THEIR WAY OUT OF THE SECTIONALS

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AKRON OH- In a dominating performance, Hoban cruised to victory in their sectional final clash against Valley Forge on Thursday, securing a resounding 65-12 win. Led by a balanced offensive effort, Hoban left no doubts about their superiority on the court.

Mackenzie Edingburgh showcased her scoring prowess, leading the charge with 14 points, while Devin Harris contributed 10 points to the scoreboard. Makenzie Grant, Finley Kennedy, and Zoey Hodge each added 8 points, demonstrating the team’s depth and versatility.

With this emphatic victory, Hoban punched their ticket to the district semifinals, where they are set to face off against Akron Ellet, seeded 20th. The upcoming showdown promises to be another thrilling encounter, slated to take place at Ravenna High School on Tuesday at 6:00 PM. As they continue their quest for championship glory, Hoban remains focused and determined to extend their winning streak.

DEVIN ELEVEN AT YOUR CONVENIENCE

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By Ty Bartell

AKRON OH- Once again, The Archbishop Hoban Knights girls basketball team has secured a #1 seed in the postseason, following another impressive regular season, finishing with a 16-3 record. One of the reasons The Knights have had the success of four consecutive district championships is because of players like Devin Harris! A player that quite literally is whatever you need her to be on any given night.

With the speed of a guard, but the height and length of a forward, Harris is capable of leading her team in scoring in a game, but also could be the team leader in rebounds, blocks, assists, steals, you name it and she is capable! An ultimate team player, Devin Harris is every head coach’s dream as she is unselfish, understanding and unphased by pressure. Learning the game with an older brother toughened her up in her early chapters, enabling her to be the warrior she is today! Gearing up for her final postseason run with The Knights, there has not been a year at Hoban where she has not tasted district championship success. However, Devin Harris looks to put that stamp on her senior season with a deep run and perhaps some more nets to cut down.

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MACK HAS THE BOOK ON BALLIN

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By Ty Bartell 

AKRON OH- After the conclusion of another successful regular season, The Archbishop Hoban Knights girls basketball season ended the campaign with a 16-3 record as they gear up for the postseason as the #1 seed in The Division 1, Region 1, Northeast 3 bracket. One of the leaders of the season so far has been one of The Knights seniors Mackenzie Edingburgh! An all-around scoring combo guard that does not need much space to pull the trigger from distance, but can also burn defenses with impressive speed to the post!

With ten years and counting worth of basketball experience, Mack has learned and honed in all her skills from years past, putting it all on display for her senior campaign. Practice gets you closer to perfect, and the practices have been memorable ones for Mack, always tough but also fun, especially when Coach Willie has one of his famous practice injuries that have racked up over the years! That perfectly sums up Mackenzie Edingburgh’s mentality as a baller, walking that line between locked-in serious and light-hearted having fun. As Mack looks to return to the experiences of freshman season, The Knights look to be back…..in Dayton.

 

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KNIGHTS OVER LANCERS IN MEDIEVAL MATCHUP

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By Ty Bartell

 

AKRON, Ohio — The Archbishop Hoban Knights boys basketball team bounced back impressively with a 65-55 victory over the formidable Gilmour Academy Lancers in a hard-fought contest.

The game began with both teams trading quick-strike baskets, with Hoban emerging with a narrow 14-12 lead after the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Knights mounted a crucial run, outscoring the Lancers 18-9 to take a 32-21 advantage into halftime.
Gilmour Academy narrowed the gap in the third quarter, posting a 20-16 period to trim their deficit, but Hoban still held a 48-41 lead heading into the final quarter. The Knights then shut down any hopes of a Lancers comeback with a game-clinching 17-14 fourth quarter, securing the 65-55 victory.

Jonas Nichols led the scoring charge for Hoban with a game-high 23 points, followed closely by freshman John Johnson with 20 points and Kenny Scott with 16 points, all contributing to a trio of double-digit scorers for the Knights. On the other side, Gilmour Academy had four players reach double-digit scoring, with Jim Lawless leading the way with 13 points.

With the win, Archbishop Hoban improves to a 14-7 record on the season. They will wrap up their regular season with a home game against the Chaney Cowboys (5-10) on Friday, February 23rd, with tip-off scheduled for 7 p.m.

For the latest updates on Hoban Knights basketball and more, including live games, scores, stats, and stories, fans can stay tuned to YSN throughout the season

SENIOR KNIGHTS BRING VICTORY TO HOBAN

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By Ty Bartell

 

AKRON, Ohio— The Archbishop Hoban Knights girls basketball team celebrated Senior Knight in style on Valentine’s Day, showering their three seniors, Maya Pooler, MacKenzie Edingburgh, and Devin Harris, with love from the Knights Kingdom. Following the festivities, Hoban secured a 34-20 victory over the formidable Wadsworth Grizzlies.

In a tightly contested first quarter, Hoban held a narrow 8-7 edge over Wadsworth. The Knights then seized momentum in the second quarter, outscoring the Grizzlies 12-7 to carry a 20-14 lead into halftime.
Coming out of the break, Hoban capitalized on their momentum, embarking on a crucial run in the third quarter. With a 12-4 period, the Knights extended their lead to 32-18 heading into the final quarter. In the fourth quarter, Hoban adopted a strategic approach, controlling the game with deliberate possessions and limiting scoring opportunities for both teams. Ultimately, they secured the 34-20 victory.

In a fitting tribute to the occasion, the seniors took center stage as Players of the Game, their contributions to the game and the season celebrated and recognized by their teammates and fans alike. MacKenzie Edingburgh led the charge with 13 points and 2 rebounds, Devin Harris contributed with 7 points and 6 rebounds and Maya Pooler ran the point to a tee while contributing 2 points and a rebound herself!

With the win, Archbishop Hoban improves to an impressive 16-3 record on the season. Looking ahead, they shift their focus to the tournament, where they will host Barberton (3-19) in a sectional semi-final matchup at The Castle of Barry Gym on Saturday, February 17th, with tip-off set for 1 p.m.

For the latest updates on Archbishop Hoban Knights basketball and more, including live games, scores, stats, and stories, fans can stay tuned to YSN throughout the season.

URSULINE TAKES OUT REIGNING STATE CHAMPION

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By Tim Corso 


YOUNGSTOWN OH- Ursuline fought its way past Akron Hoban Tuesday night 55-52.

A highly anticipated matchup lived up to the billing between the Irish and Knights as the game came down to a potential game-tying shot that fell short at the buzzer.

Despite outscoring Ursuline 15-9 in the final frame, Hoban’s comeback attempt fell short.

It was Ursuline going on a 13-0 run to end the first half that carried its momentum to the win.

The work on both ends of the floor for Jayden Payne sparked the Irish win, as well as forcing countless Knights’ turnovers.

Payne finished with a game-high 15 points while grabbing double-digit rebounds.

Akron Hoban’s push back was in thanks to the hot shooting of Joey Hardman.

Hardman used a couple big shots to cut down the lead to just one for Ursuline after they held a 7-point advantage following the third quarter.

Hardman finished with a team-high 14 points in the setback.

Jonas Nichols added 8 for the Knights, while Jaylen Gunther finished with 13 for the victorious Irish.

Ursuline (15-3) will host Bristol next on Friday 2/16. Akron Hoban (13-7) will travel to Gilmour Academy on 2/16.

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SENIOR KNIGHTS SLAY THE DRAGONS

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By Ty Bartell

AKRON, Ohio — The Archbishop Hoban Knights celebrated their “Senior Knight” in style, cruising to their 13th win of the season with a dominant 74-26 victory over The Akron East Dragons on Friday night.
From the opening tip-off, the Knights asserted their dominance, building a commanding lead early on. After the first quarter, Archbishop Hoban held a commanding 19-4 lead over the Dragons. Their momentum only grew stronger in the second quarter, outscoring East 25-9 to take a formidable 44-13 lead into halftime.

Despite a more even third quarter, with both teams scoring 13 points apiece, Archbishop Hoban maintained their control of the game. In a relentless display of offensive prowess, the Knights utilized a running clock to shut out the Dragons 17-0 in the fourth quarter, sealing the emphatic 74-26 victory.
Leading the charge for Archbishop Hoban was Jonas Nichols, who poured in 19 points on the evening. Nichols was well-supported by John Johnson, Brady Lucey, and Josh Greer, who each contributed 9 points to the scoreboard. For the Dragons, Raheem Armstead led the scoring efforts with 6 points, followed by Malcom Ellen with 5 points.

With the win, Archbishop Hoban improves to a 13-6 record on the season. Looking ahead, the Knights will shift their focus to a showdown with The Ursuline Fighting Irish (13-3) in Youngstown on Tuesday, February 13th.

As the regular season winds down, a special shoutout goes to the four seniors of the Knights — Joey Hardman, Sam Mazzola, Josh Greer, and Jonas Nichols. YSN extends its best wishes for continued success to these outstanding young men.
For live games, scores, stats, and more on Hoban basketball, stay updated with YSN throughout the season.