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SOUTH RANGE HAS YOUR BACH

CANFIELD, OH – When you think about the 2020-2021 South Range boys basketball team, many might begin to think of all the great players that wear the uniform, some might think of the coaching staff, and others might think of the true leaders that have stepped foot on the South Range hardwood and have been able to lead the Raiders to success this year. Others might think about how it has been the ability to instill a mindset of taking this season day by day and pieces the little things together because at the end of the day, the Raiders know that winning in the little aspects of the game will lead to big success in the long term. The way this day-by-day mindset is built is by having great senior leadership and a passion or drive to do whatever it takes to win no matter what the situation is. No one embodies that concept more than senior guard, Luke Crumbacher.

Luke is currently in the middle of his senior season and by no means is he willing to let the season end. His leadership and play have led the Raiders to a high seed for the tournament but he does not want it to end there! By Crumbacher’s ability to lead by example on the hardwood, he is able to bring all his teammates together and get them on the same page to get focused to go to “work” with each other every single night. Luke is not only able to showcase his own talents on the floor, he is also able to be a vocal leader and by doing so he is always the loudest player in the gym. Whether that is talking on defense to help get everyone in the right positions and get a stop, cheering on his teammates when he is on the sideline getting a breather, or even celebrating on the floor when someone makes a big shot! When talking to Luke, he is always the first to give his teammates credit and truly believes in the team-first mentality as he supports all his teammates and always gives them credit for helping him succeed on the court as well as helping the team achieve greatness as well!

YSN’s own, DJ Yokley, had the opportunity to talk with Luke this week via video chat to discuss the Raiders current season, what his goals are for this season, how COVID has affected him and his senior season, what his plans are for the OHSAA tournament, and much more!

Take some time and check out this exclusive player profile with South Range Raiders senior basketball star, Luke Crumbacher!

RAIDERS FIGHT TO THE END

MENTOR OH- From the start of the playoffs, and possibly before that people had a possible matchup between Kirtland and South Range circled. It finally came to pass on Saturday night and both teams proved why the hype was so great.

The Raiders looked to make a statement on their first possession as they converted a fourth down conversion in their own territory. Later in the drive on a 4th and long the Raiders threw out a fake punt. The spot put them inches short, and gave the Hornets the ball.

Kirtland who is known much more for their physical run game than their air attack saw an opportunity to grab quick momentum and took it with a long touchdown pass on their first play from scrimmage. It would establish a tone that would haunt the Raiders all night.

Kirtland scores again on another big play. And just like that the Raiders were playing from behind. Their offense stabilized things in the first half though, making it a manageable 28-13 halftime Kirtland lead.

Kirtland scores on their first possession of the second half, but then the Raiders answered, got a stop, and scored again to cut the game to a one possession 35-27 game. On Kirtland’s next possession, the Raiders got a big sack that pushed the Hornets to force a 3rd and 12. Kirtland quarterback Liam Powers hit Joey Grazia for maybe the biggest play of the game to convert the 3rd and 12. Kirtland would go on to score, and eat up a lot of clock while they were at it to go up 42-27. Both teams would trade scores to make the final 49-35.

The Raiders scored the most points given up by Kirtland all season. Michael Patrone was electric as always running the ball 14 times for 78 yards and a touchdown. He went 15-22 through the air with 201 yards 3 TD, and 2 INT. Dylan Dominguez finished with 64 yards on 13 carries. Luke Crumbacher had 3 receptions for 61 yards.

 

RAIDERS ROLLING ON ALL CYLINDERS

CANFIELD OH- South Range is on yer another playoff run. That’s become a normal thing in the 25 years of head coach Dan Yeagley’s tenure with the program. The Raiders have advanced to the regional semifinals with a 49-16 drumming of Beachwood.

The Raiders set the tone early, marching down the field on their first drive. After Michael Patrone hit Jake Gehring for a long pass up the middle, Dylan Dominguez capped off the drive with a trip to the endzone from 3 yards out. Later in the half, Luke Blasko bolted for a 46 yard touchdown on a reverse, and then after a turnover Dominguez scampered to a 48 yard touchdown run. Beachwood was keeping afloat, trailing just 21-10 just before halftime. Then Patrone found Luke Crumbacher for a massive 57 yard score to make it 28-10 before the half. The Raiders kept their foot on the gas and outscored the Bison 28-6 in the second half.

South Range now sets their sights on an all to familiar foe. The Raiders will host Crestview, who is coming off a big upset over Garfield. That game is set for Saturday at 7:00.

RAIDERS SAIL PAST HARRISON CENTRAL

CANFIELD OH- After a slow start and an early deficit, South Range stormed ahead of Harrison Central in round 2 of the OHSAA playoffs. The Raiders used 42 unanswered points to blow out the Huskies 55-14.

Dylan Dominguez ran for 116 yards and 3 touchdowns on just 10 carries for the Raiders. Michael Patrone went 4 of 7 with 188 yards and 2 touchdowns through the air. He was also a threat with his legs gaining 72 yards on the ground with a pair of scores. Luke Crumbacher has a big night with 3 catches and 173 yards with two touchdowns.

The Raiders advance to host Beachwood in the next round of the OHSAA playoffs on Saturday night at 7:00.

RANGE TAMES WILDCATS

CANFIELD OH- South Range has been rolling through the NE8 all season, and Friday night was no different. They stormed out the gates with 20 first quarter points, and never looked back in a 40-6 rout of Struthers.

Mike Patrone went 6-11 for 162 yards and 3 TDs all in the first half. Luke Blasko had a stellar night scoring twice for the Raiders, and also bringing the hammer several times on defense.  Luke Crumbacher has an 80 yards INT return to set up a Connor Jones touchdown, which gave the Raiders a 20-0 lead in the first quarter. Dylan Dominguez carries the ball 11 times for 70 yards. The Raiders picked up 344 total yards.

Dylan Greenwood went 11-21 with 197 yards and a TD for Struthers. Anthony Carter led the Wildcats on the ground with 55 yards on 6 carries.

South Range will look to finish the regular season undefeated as they take on Hubbard in week 6. Hubbard dropped their first game of the season to Poland in Week 5. The Wildcats have a big test hosting Poland next week.