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RAIDERS SINK CLIPPERS

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CANFIELD, OH– A solid, stingy defense and just enough offense enabled South Range to oust Columbiana 52-32 here Friday night.  The Raiders frustrated the Clippers attack all night long not allowing them to find any rhythm.

The defensive nature of the game was evident from the outset.  Both teams tenaciously challenged each other making offense difficult to execute.  It was the Raiders though who were able to open up a lead late in the first quarter and control the action the rest of the way.  Nick Matus had a strong start scoring 7 points giving the Raiders a 16-7 lead after one, and South Range took a 25-12 advantage into the locker room.

Columbiana kept the game within reach through three quarters getting as close as ten points with 3:20 to play in the third.  South Range led 37-25 heading to the final stanza before steadily pulling away.

 Chris Brooks led all scorers with 15.  Jaxon Andersen had 10 while Ben Irons, Dante Digaetano, and Matus chipped in with 7 apiece.  Sean Whitehead scored all of his 14 in the second half, and Matt Mazei netted 9 for the Clippers whose strong second half of the season ended with a 13-11 record.

South Range (17-6) head to Salem for a District semi-final against Canton Central Catholic Tuesday at 7 p.m.

PIRATES SNEAK BY SOUTH RANGE

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STRUTHERS, OH- The Lady Raiders season came to a sudden stop on Wednesday night as they fell to Southeast 55-50.  

Southeast came out firing early as they hit two three-pointers early to jump ahead. For the Raiders, Izzy Lamparty got off to a very dominant start as she got 6 points 5 rebounds real quick. The Raiders trailed 14-8 after the first frame.

Southeast once again started a quarter strong in the second, scoring the first 4 points and going up 18-8. Julia Gregory got the Raiders back in the game with a three from the corner. The rest of the quarter was a back and forth struggle, but the Raiders held the Leopards to just 5 more points. They trailed 23-19 at the break.

The third quarter is really when the Raiders had to feel like they had control. They kept clawing back into the game, and Bri Modic finally was able to get a couple of open looks at the hoop, one three-pointer went in as she got fouled, and she finished the rare 4 point play on the line. Southeast hit a three however to push their lead back to 5, and the Raiders saw all that momentum go away. They trailed by just 3 after the third quarter 35-32.

The Raiders kept cutting into the Southeast lead again and again in the 4th quarter but the Pirates kept answering and coming up with big-time shots. The Pirates also shot very well from the free throw line, which is how they sealed the win 55-50.

Izzy Lamparty finished with 20 points and a school record-tying 18 rebounds. Bri Modic was also in double figures with 12 points.

THE WIZARD OF IZ

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Everyone is familiar with the great story and film “The Wizard of Oz.”  The tale about a young lady losing her way in a faraway land, only to find friends she lends a hand to provide them with finding themselves, while she finds a piece of herself along the way.

This story isn’t much different.

South Range Sophomore Izzy Lamparty has stepped out from the shadows of her freshmen year, overcome a devastating injury, and has come out playing better than she ever has.  Albeit, she’s had to undergo more sacrifice than ever before and has had friends help her find herself again.  All while making her friends and teammates better while she’s on the floor.

With the courage of a lion, the heart of a tin-man, and the brains of the scarecrow.  Izzy Lamparty is able to bring her multi-faceted attack to gyms all winter long and now prepares for a long run in the state playoffs where the Lady Raiders have earned the right to click their heels together and say “There’s No Place Like Home.”

Our Anthony Hartwig sat down with this week’s focus for the South Range Basketball Player Profile- THE WIZARD OF IZ.

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ACTION JAXON

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Dripping with swagger, South Range Senior-Jaxon Anderson has shown maturity in his efforts on and off the court.  Normally, it’s Anderson’s smirks or bubbly personality that gets under the skin of opponents- but this year Jaxon is leading in a different way: that of a veteran presence.

Still one of the top point-scorers, and ball-handlers for the Raiders, Anderson has evolved into a more complete leader for the underclassmen.  There are times on the court where Jaxon will throw his arm over a teammates shoulder and crack a joke one second, and talk strategy the next.  Leadership is an influence, and Jaxon Anderson is the ultimate influencer for this Raiders Squad.  Although, he’ll never shy away from a little “discussion” with his “friends” of a different uniform.

All the great things that he does on the court, doesn’t even hold a candle to what he’s doing away from it.  Anderson’s Senior Project is based around Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation; a non-profit organization that helps families and children dealing with childhood cancer.  Anderson has pointed to his performance on the court to help raise money and awareness for this cause.  In March, the senior will partner with YSN to hold a charity All-Star game with all proceeds of ticket sales and souvenirs going back to ALSF.

YSN’s Brent Bigelow caught up with the Raider Senior for this week’s South Range Player Profile: ACTION JAXON

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POLAND BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH NICK BLANCH (EP 3)

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Focus.

That’s the main word on the lips of the Poland Coaching Staff these days.  The Lady Bulldogs have flexed their muscles, and shown their grace all season long, but the focus must remain to be something truly special at the end of the season.

Lead Dog, Nick Blanch has maintained through our first three episodes of Poland Coach’s Corner that his squad must remain focused on the task at hand each night, and to this point; they’ve done exactly that.

What other wisdom will Coach relay to his team this week and heading into the tourney?  Find out as Anthony Hartwig sits down with Coach B for this week’s Poland Basketball Coach’s Corner: Episode 3.

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IT’S REIGNING KAT’S AND ‘DOGS

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While it may serve as a surprise or shock to the area teams, and writers, the success of this year’s Poland Bulldogs Girls Basketball Team had been well-planned and worked for well before the season began.  Co-Captain Kat Partika has led her team on and off the court, but specifically when it comes to being the emotional leader of this team.  Partika is very much team-oriented and has used her veteran presence to boost her confidence and become more of an offensive threat in 2019.

Partika and company have climbed their way all the way to the top of the State Rankings, which is certainly a goal on the board, but Kat doesn’t see that as “Mission Accomplished.”

The Lady Bulldogs look to celebrate their freshly-crowned NE8 Championship for a few days before the tournament begins!

Find out the pre-game playlist, superstitions, and get inside the huddle with Co-Captain Kat Partika and YSN’s Anthony Hartwig in this week’s Poland Basketball Player Profile: IT’S REIGNING KAT’S AND ‘DOGS

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GIRARD HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BOWLING TEAM WON SECTIONS – NEXT COMPETITION IS DISTRICTS

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Sectionals were held Sunday, February 10, 2019. Girls Districts will be on Sunday, February 17, 2019 @ 12 Noon and the Boys Districts will be on Monday, February 18, 2019 @ 12 Noon _ BUCKEYE LANES, 24488 Lorain Road, North Olmsted, OH 44070 – Phone: 440/777-6363

Girard Varsity Bowling Bowling teams have made it to State the last 2 years. There is a very high potential that they will make it there 3 times in a row in 2019. GO GIRARD INDIANS
The State Championships are held the first weekend in March in Columbus if the team make it through districts. Girard Varsity Girls Bowling Team placed 3rd.

VARSITY BOYS – 2018-2019 SEASON STATS 
High Team Baker Game 255
High Team Match Total 2,814

Brett Ziegler
Season average 192.1 (for 22 games)
High Game 232
High 2 Game Series 435

Dylan Puz
Season average 199.37 (for 24 games)
High Game 279
High 2 Game Series 503

Jonathan Moore
Season average 208.6 (for 8 games)
High Game 257
High 2 Game Series 476

Logan Barta
Season average 211.75 (for 24 games)
High Game 279
High 2 Game Series 508

Donny Bishop
Season average 228 (for 24 games)
High Game 279
High 2 Game Series 526

Nathan Moore
Season average 187.4 (for 15 games)
High Game 233
High 2 Game Series 417

VARSITY GIRLS 2018-2019 SEASON STATS
High Team Baker Game 207
High Team Match Total 2,220

Maddie Moore
Season average 141.69 (for 23 games)
High Game 173
High 2 Game Series 331

Cierra Anzelmo
Season average 162.79 (for 24 games)
High Game 207
High 2 Game Series 375

Natalie Kazda
Season average 145.78 (for 14 games)
High Game 201
High 2 Game Series 330

Rachel Foreback
Season average 191.21 (for 23 games)
High Game 240
High 2 Game Series 443

Heidi Trautman
Season average 193.08 (for 24 games)
High Game 254
High 2 Game Series 457

Taylor Tillman
Season average 135.87 (for 8 games)
High Game 203
High 2 Game Series 316

NOTE: There are other girls on the roster that do not have averages.

SOURCE: Marci Barta

FIVE EAGLES FLY TO COLLEGIATE LEVEL

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The Hubbard Eagles held their signings today for their student-athletes.  We wish them all the best in their future endeavors, and thank them for allowing us to share in their big day!  Good luck at the next level, Eagles.  We’ll be cheering for you!

SIGNINGS INCLUDE:

Anthony Shaffer  –      University of Mount  Union   to play Football and Study Sports Management
Seth Jones    –             Allegheny College  to play Football and Study Criminal Justice
Ralph Morales   –       Cincinnati Christian University  to play Football and is undecided on a major
Lily Sinopoli –             Capital University  to run Track  and is undecided on a major
Derrick  Cobbin –       University of  Northwestern Ohio for Bowling.  He is undecided on a major at this time.

GIRARD INDIANS FIND NEW TRIBE AT NEXT LEVEL

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The Girard Indians held their signings today for their student-athletes.  We wish them all the best in their future endeavors, and thank them for allowing us to share in their big day!  Good luck at the next level, Indians.  We’ll be cheering for you!

 

SIGNINGS INCLUDE:

Brennan Kuzman- LAKE ERIE COLLEGE SOCCER

Marco Donatelli- AKRON FOOTBALL /Terrance Davis- AKRON FOOTBALL / Daryl Smith- NOTRE DAME COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Jenna Bornemiss – PENN STATE SHENANGO VOLLEBALL

NILES CELEBRATES SIGNINGS

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The Niles Red Dragons held their signings today for their student-athletes.  We wish them all the best in their future endeavors, and thank them for allowing us to share in their big day!  Good luck at the next level, Dragons.  We’ll be cheering for you!

SIGNINGS INCLUDE: 

Corbin Foy- Corbin is the son of Kevin and Kim Foy.  Foy is a four-year letter winner in baseball and carries a 3.34 GPA.  Corbin will further his academic and athletic career at Mercyhurst Northeast in the fall to study kinesiology and play baseball.

Nick Guarnieri- Nick is the son of Julie and TC Guarnieri.  A four-year letterman in baseball, Nick also carries a 3.51 GPA and will attend Thiel College in the fall and play baseball for the Tomcats.

Kenzi Johnston- Kenzi is the daughter of Buffy and Mac.  Johnston is a multi-sport athlete in soccer, basketball, and softball and carries a 3.33 GPA.  Kenzi will continue her soccer and academic career at Hiram College majoring in Sports Management and Business.

Carolynn Thomas- Carolynn is the daughter of Shelly Maggiano.  Thomas is a four-year letter winner in bowling as well as a three-year letter winner in soccer and carries a 2.63 GPA.  Carolynn will attend the University of Northwestern Ohio to bowl and study business.

Jaycee Ward- Jaycee is the daughter of Shawna and Jason.  Ward is a four-year letterman in soccer and carries a stellar 3.70 GPA.  Jaycee will continue her soccer and academic career at Hiram College majoring in neuropsychology and psychobiology.

Hailey Zelinsky- Hailey is the daughter of Chris and Marla.  Zelinsky is a four-year letter winner in cross country and track and carries an incredible 4.0 GPA.  Hailey will continue her cross country/track and academic career at Youngstown State University.