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BLUE DEVILS TOO HOT TO HANDLE

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MCDONALD, OH- The Southern Local Indians faced off against the McDonald Blue Devils in an intense football match that delivered excitement and drama until the very end. The game was a rollercoaster of emotions as both teams battled for dominance on the field in week one.

**1st Quarter:**
The game started with both teams struggling to break the deadlock, with the score remaining 0-0. However, Southern Local quickly shifted the momentum in their favor with a 3-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful 2-point conversion rush. This put Southern Local ahead 8-0. McDonald received the kickoff and managed to drive down the field, culminating in a 40-yard passing touchdown from Kyle Puckett to Casey Miller. Unfortunately for McDonald, the point-after attempt was missed, leaving the score at 8-6 in favor of Southern Local at the end of the first quarter.

**2nd Quarter:**
The second quarter witnessed back-and-forth action, with both teams displaying strong defensive efforts. McDonald’s Drew Zajack scored a 5-yard rushing touchdown, but the two-point conversion was unsuccessful. Southern Local responded with a 5-yard rushing touchdown of their own by Jamar Allen, but once again, the two-point conversion was not converted. The half ended with a score of 14-12 in favor of Southern Local.

**3rd Quarter:**
McDonald came out strong in the third quarter, with Drew Zajack finding the end zone once again on a 7-yard rushing touchdown. However, the two-point conversion attempt was once again unsuccessful. Southern Local answered with a 1-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful 2-point conversion rush, pushing their lead to 22-18 by the end of the third quarter.

**4th Quarter:**
As the game entered its final quarter, McDonald’s Kyle Puckett orchestrated a crucial 29-yard passing touchdown to Jordan Perry, putting them ahead 24-22. The point-after attempt was converted, extending McDonald’s lead to 25-22. In a dramatic turn of events, McDonald recovered a fumbled kickoff return by Southern Local. McDonald managed to maintain possession of the ball and run out the clock, securing their hard-fought victory with a final score of 25-22.

The game was a testament to the resilience and determination of both teams, as they battled through touchdowns, conversions, interceptions, and fumbles. Despite the ups and downs, the McDonald Blue Devils managed to emerge victorious in a thrilling contest against the Southern Local Indians, with a final score of 25-22.

MCDONALD VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH MIKE KLOCKNER

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MCDONALD OH- It’s that time of year again. The summer months are winding down, which means the volleyball nets are starting to come out. In what should be a fantastic season for area volleyball, McDonald hopes to be consistently in the conversation.  With third year head coach Mike Klockner coming back to take the reins, McDonald will be a tough out. They return almost everyone on their roster, only graduating two seniors.  Their schedule will prepare them for whatever they face in the district bracket. Their MVAC schedule is hard enough, but they’ve added the likes of Lakeview, Crestview, and Canfield to their slate.

Coach Klockner was kind enough to give some time to talk with YSN’s Anthony Hartwig to help preview the season.  Hear from coach about returning players, the team’s biggest strengths, and so much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner With Mike Klockner only on YSN!

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MATHEWS PROVES TO BE TOO MUCH FOR MCDONALD

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NORTH JACKSON, OHIO- The McDonald Blue Devils watched the game slip away early and couldn’t recover in an 11-1 loss to Mathews on Wednesday for a Division IV District Championship.

The Blue Devils struggled to put runs on the board and had a tough time defensively containing Mathews, giving up 11 runs.

Olivia Matheny was the winning pitcher for Mathews as she lasted six innings, allowing two hits and one run while striking out 14.

Kayla Helco and Addison Edwards each collected one hit to lead the Blue Devils at the plate as Isabella O’Brien started the game for the Blue Devils. The righty lasted two innings, allowing three hits and six runs while striking out two and walking one.

Gianna Mancini came in relief and took the loss for the Blue Devils as she went four innings, allowing five runs on six hits, striking out two and walking one.

 

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O’BRIEN DAZZLES MCDONALD TO CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND

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McDONALD, OHIO – Isabella O’Brien was brilliant on the rubber on Monday, as O’Brien threw a no-hitter to lead McDonald past East Canton 10-0.

McDonald put up four runs in the third inning.  O’Brien, Bri McCombs, and Jenna Helco all drove in runs in the frame.

O’Brien got the win for McDonald. O’Brien allowed zero hits and zero runs over five innings, striking out 14 and walking one.

Kateyln Hill took the loss for the Hornets. The righthander allowed ten hits and ten runs over four and two-thirds innings, striking out two.

McDonald scattered ten hits in the game.  Kayla Helco and O’Brien each had multiple hits for McDonald. Helco went 3-for-3 at the plate to lead McDonald in hits.  McDonald was sure-handed in the field and didn’t commit a single error. Kylie Koma had the most chances in the field with 14.  Brooke Bosheff led McDonald with three stolen bases, as they ran wild on the base paths with seven stolen bases.

 

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MCDONALD WINS SEVENTH STRAIGHT MVAC CHAMPIONSHIP

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Both teams were strong in the pitcher’s circle Thursday, but McDonald defeated Western Reserve 3-1. Isabella O’Brien allowed just four hits in the circle. The win gives McDonald their seventh straight MVAC championship dating back to 2016.

McDonald pulled away for good with three runs in the fourth inning. In the fourth Bri McCombs grounded out, scoring one run, Kylie Koma grounded out, scoring one run, and Addison Edwards singled on a 1-0 count, scoring one run.

O’Brien was the winning pitcher for the Blue Devils. O’Brien allowed four hits and one run over seven innings, striking out 14 and walking one.

Hannah Heath started the game for Western Reserve. The righty lasted five innings, allowing five hits and three runs. Maggie Byers threw one inning in relief.

Jenna Helco led McDonald’s offense with two hits in three at bats.

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MCDONALD SURVIVES A SCARE TO MOVE ON

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By Michael Wolfgang

McDONALD, OHIO – The offense for McDonald wasn’t as high scoring Wednesday night against Cardinal as it has been several times this season, but two runs along with a combined shutout out from their pitchers was enough to get the win and advance 2-0.

A single by Alivia Morrison got the Blue Devils on the board in the first inning. Cardinal kept McDonald at bay offensively for four innings until the Blue Devils added their second run in the bottom of the sixth inning to make it 2-0.

Bella O’Brien got the job done on offense as she went two-for-three. O’Brien was also a force in the pitchers circle, being part of that combined shout where she pitched five innings of zero hits, two walks, and a dazzling 14 strikeouts. Gianna Mancini started the game as she pitched the first two innings striking out four and only allowing one hit, the lone hit of the game for Cardinal which was a single by Morgan Soltis.

The final line for McDonald was two runs on five hits with one fielding error. Next up for McDonald is Western Reserve at home at 5:00 p.m. Thursday night.

MCDONALD CAUSES TIE ATOP MVAC

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BERLIN CENTER OH- Both teams were strong on the rubber Friday, but McDonald defeated Western Reserve 2-1. Isabella O’Brien allowed just three hits to Western Reserve.

McDonald got things started in the first inning. They scored one run on a stolen base.

O’Brien earned the victory in the pitcher’s circle for McDonald. O’Brien allowed three hits and one run over seven innings, striking out 19 and walking zero.

Hannah Heath was in the pitcher’s circle for Western Reserve. Heath lasted seven innings, allowing five hits and two runs while striking out four.

Kayla Helco, Jenna Helco, Gianna Mancini, O’Brien, and Kylie Koma each managed one hit to lead McDonald.

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MCCOMBS MAKING MOVES

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MCDONALD OH- It has been a wild journey for Bri McCombs of McDonald. Not many pitchers in their high school career get to say they experienced all of the following during their high school career. Learning from a future college pitcher, carrying a huge load of innings for their team, and being a part of a one two punch. That is exactly how McCombs can describe her career so far as a Blue Devil. She spent time under Bri Callow who was one of the most dominant pitchers in the entire area while she was at McDonald, last year Bri led the Devils in innings pitched by far, and now this year with the addition of Bella O’Brien to the roster, Bri is able to be a part of a versatile pitching staff that can hit you from multiple angles.

Although her role has changed multiple times throughout the years, one thing has never changed. That is Bri’s commitment and work ethic to be great. She is never satisfied with where she is at and always raising the bar to get better. That’s how she managed to step into the ace mentality that McDonald needed last season, and find a ton of success doing it.

In 21.0 IP this season McCombs has worked an ERA of 0.33.  She has only given up 1 earned run so far this spring, while striking out 42, and only walking 5.  At the plate McCombs is hitting .258 with 9 RBI.  She has drawn 11 walks which cranks her on base percentage up to .452.

McCombs took the time to join YSN’s Anthony Hartwig to talk about her career so far at McDonald. They also discuss the different roles she’s had on the team, how she keeps that ace mentality, and much more. Check out the latest McDonald Softball Player Profile only on YSN!

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OBRIEN SLAMS THE DOOR ON BLUE JAYS COMEBACK

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MCDONALD OH- Just like the day before, both teams were strong in the circle Tuesday, but McDonald defeated Jackson-Milton  3-2. Isabella O’Brien allowed just three hits to Jackson-Milton.

McDonald got things started in the second inning. Bri McCombs singled on a 2-0 count, scoring one run.

O’Brien earned the win for the Blue Devils. The righty allowed three hits and two runs over seven innings, striking out 15 and walking one.

Brena McBeth was in the pitcher’s circle for Jackson-Milton. She surrendered one run on one hit over one and one-third innings, striking out three. Macayle Thornhill threw four and two-thirds innings in relief.

Alivia Morrison, Gianna Mancini, and McCombs each collected one hit to lead McDonald.

Jackson Milton scored a run in the top of the 7th to cut the lead down to 3-2.  However O’Brien struck out Paige Grope to end the contest and shut the door on any comeback hopes.  Grace Johns, Emily Fultz, and McBeth each had a hit.

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O’BRIEN CONTINUES TO IMPRESS

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NORTH JACKSON OH- Both teams were strong in the circle on Monday, but McDonald and their ace Bella O’Brien were just a little bit stronger in a 3-0 victory over Jackson-Milton. Macayle Thornhill started the game for Jackson-Milton and went the distance as well.

O’Brien controlled the tempo in the pitcher’s circle for McDonald. The pitcher allowed one hit and zero runs over seven innings, striking out 12. That one hit for Jackson Milton was a ball hit hard by Thornhill to left field over the head of the fielder for a triple. O’Brien would bounce right back though and strike out Grace Johns to end the inning.  No other damage would be done to her line.

Thornhill was in the circle for Jackson Milton. She pitched well despite the loss, surrendering three runs on six hits over seven innings, striking out nine and walking one.

Miley Titus went 2-for-4 at the plate to lead McDonald’s offense. She knocked in a pair of RBI and scored a run.  Alivia Morrison also went 2-4 in the game with a RBI.

Jackson Milton and McDonald will conclude their series tomorrow in McDonald at Woodland Park. First pitch is set up for 5:00.