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CAN’T STOP HOP

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The Columbiana Clippers are still on that roller coaster of the fall, starting out the season 0-3, the Clips have come back into playoff focus, and are now considered one of the most dangerous teams in the area.  Getting hot at the right time has its advantages, such as knowing what you need to get to week 11.

For Clipper Seniors, this is an all too familiar feeling.  They’ve been down this road, seen this movie, however you want to chalk it up, the Class of 2019 have been here before.  So, for Co-Captain Erik Hopfenziz, his dedication to success is spreading like wildfire in the locker room and on the field.  Hopfenziz is a multi-sport, multi-talented athlete who leads by example.  He is one of the most liked athletes not only for his performances but his sportsmanship as well.

Our Mark Franken caught up with Erik earlier this season and is featured for our Columbiana Clipper Player Profile: CAN’T STOP HOP

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ICE WATER IN HIS VEINS

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One sit-down with East Palestine Senior Greg Waterbeck, and you’ll understand that he is a man of many interests and many more talents.  A young man who is full of passion, confidence, and determination.

No matter which way the wind leads Waterbeck, he’s going to put everything he has on the line to defeat his opponent or obstacle in his way.

A first-year player doing big things in brown and white, this is Waterbeck’s world, and we’re all just living in it.

Our East Palestine Player Profile this week gives us our Tim Figley sitting down with Greg to talk about his unique skillset: ICE WATER IN HIS VEINS

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COOL HAND LUKE

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If you put “Money” into your Twitter handle, you had better be on point.  For Ursuline Irish Senior, Luke Pipala- LP Money is the straw that stirs the drink!

The receiving corps for the Irish have been flooded with talent this year and leading the way has been the golden 12 streaking across the field on Friday nights.  But that’s not the whole story for Luke, as he has an incredible work ethic, and a great head on his shoulders that has helped the Irish to success over his tenure in green and gold.

The biggest headache for opposing coaches is the fact that no matter how big the stage, Pipala stays steady under pressure.  He’s got the slow heartbeat during the heat of battle.

Our Steve Leslie sits down with Pipala in this week’s Ursuline Player Profile- COOL HAND LUKE

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URSULINE FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH LARRY KEMPE (EP 8)

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A tough loss in Spartan Stadium last week to a very good Boardman team has the Irish coming back refocused and refreshed in Week 9.

Throw the records out the window!  It’s Mooney Week at UHS!  The Holy War is upon us, and a win tonight for the Irish stamps the season a success no matter the win-loss column.

What does Coach Kempe say to fire up the troops?  How does a win this week set things up for the finale?  Is there extra motivation?

Find out all that and more on this week’s Ursuline Football Coach’s Corner with Larry Kempe!

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TOMMY BOY

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We seemingly talk about it every week.  The rich tradition and heritage of Cardinal Mooney and their football program.

The Cards continue to churn out player after player into the next level, but the school continues to mold young minds into great leaders, and representatives of Youngstown, Ohio.  This week we caught up with Senior Linebacker and Tight End, Tommy DeCesare.  Not only does he exemplify the previous statements, but has great vision on and off the field.

Being a natural optimist has helped DeCesare battle his way to the top of the mountain in and out of the classroom, and a mindset that he’s pushing to his teammates with two weeks to go in the season.  As Mooney looks to find their place in Week 11, Tommy DeCesare is already raising the State Championship Banner in his mind.

This week our Steve Leslie caught up with DeCesare in our newest edition of Cardinal Mooney Player Profile: TOMMY BOY.

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SOUTH RANGE FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER WITH DAN YEAGLEY (EP 8)

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Tough schedules can break good teams.  They can also make great teams.

South Range is trying to determine what side they will stand on in 2018, and if previous weeks are any indication, the Raiders are looking to finish strong!

St. Clairsville is boarding the Pirate Ship this week for a game with all kinds of determinations for the burgundy and gold.  Another possible win and they are in scenario is on the docket, and we sat down with Coach Yeagley to discuss what the task is at hand in Week 9, as well as what he and the boys learned in last week’s game vs. Louisville.

Also, a social media question and answer you won’t want to miss (We’ll say a prayer for you, Coach! 😀 )

All that and more on this edition of Coach’s Corner with Dan Yeagley!

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NICK HABETH, NICK TAKETH AWAY

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Humility doesn’t even begin to describe South Range’s Senior, Nick Habeth.

This is a young man who has put such a devotion to his education and has the grades to prove it.  On the football field, Nick knows his routes up and down because he knows one thing: when it’s his turn, he’s ready to take advantage of the opportunity.

Habeth has made a career off of earning his stripes, and reps.  He’s also made a name for himself by making the most when his number is called.  His leadership by example has set the tone for the Raiders as they march toward a playoff possibility.

We sat down with Habeth for the South Range Player Profile this week to discuss everything from his action on the field to his interests off of them: NICK HABETH, NICK TAKETH AWAY

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EAST PALESTINE COACH’S CORNER WITH TONY FOSTER (EP 7)

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The Bulldogs were able to hang on to their lead to dethrone the Knights last week in a thriller in Toronto.  That gives East Palestine some momentum heading into Week 9 of the regular season against conference foes the Lisbon Blue Devils.

Both teams have mirrored each other much of the season battling through adversity, injuries, and transition.

We sat down with Coach Foster to figure out the game plan for the Big Blue, as well as what this senior class means to him.  You’ll also want to stick around for the social media question regarding his taste in music!

All that and more on this week’s EP Coach’s Corner with Tony Foster (Episode 7)

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THE REIGN OF TROY

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Only in his second year, Wellsville Sophomore Troy Carter is making a name for himself not only in Tigertown but all over the tri-state area.  Carter’s maturity in the pocket has propelled Wellsville to a game that nobody takes lightly.

With only two weeks to go, Carter and the Tigers look to turn their attention to Leetonia which will be the final home game in the Jungle this year!

YSN’s Gary Althiser catches up with the Sophomore standout prior to last week’s Black and Blue Brawl and asks him about preparation, and how he feels about the growth process as the offensive leader of this team!

All that and more in Wellsville’s Player Profile: THE REIGN OF TROY

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THERE’S A NEW CHERIFF IN TOWN

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Leadership is influence, and influence is leadership.

For Cardinal Mooney Senior Cheriff Jamison, he’s leading by example.  Taking each practice, each game, and even each snap one at a time.  Jamison has made his impact on the end of the line playing defensive end on defense, and tight end on offense.  A game changer on and off the field, Jamison hopes to take flight with the rest of the Cardinals this week against the Irish of Ursuline.  We caught up with him just prior to the Harding game last week and our Steve Leslie chats him up in this week’s Cardinal Mooney Player Profile: THERE’S A NEW CHERIFF IN TOWN

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