Tag Archive for: Playoffs

MARINELLI MAKES IT HAPPEN

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AUSTINTOWN, OH- In this episode, we explore the world of high school football as we sit down with Sergio Marinelli, the outside linebacker of the Austin Town Fitch Falcons.

We dive deep into Sergio’s upbringing and the role that his family plays in his life. From his hardworking father to his soccer-playing brother, we learn about the values and work ethic that have shaped Sergio into the player he is today.

Join us as we discuss Sergio’s journey as the heart of the team, his love for hitting on the field, and his iconic flowing hair.

We also touch on the upcoming game against Central Valley and the Ohio-Pennsylvania border battle. Tune in and get ready for some inspiring stories and football insights in this exciting episode Player Profile!

 

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2021 OHSAA FOOTBALL STATE PLAYOFF MATCH UPS RELEASED

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COLUMBUS, OH – The 2021 OHSAA state football playoffs are finally here! Below are the match ups for all of our partner-school representation in the playoff this season!

 

Division II, Region 5 (FRIDAY, 10/29):

#11 Warren G. Harding (5-5) at #6 Austintown-Fitch (6-3)

 

Division III, Region 9 (FRIDAY, 10/29):

#13 Chardon Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin (5-5) at #4 Canfield (9-1)

#12 New Philadelphia (6-4) at #5 Hubbard (9-1)

 

Division IV, Region 13 (FRIDAY, 10/29):

#16 Cuyahoga Falls CVCA (5-5) at #1 West Branch (10-0)

#14 Canton South (7-3) at #3 Ursuline (6-3)

#11 Peninsula Woodridge (6-4) at #6 Salem (7-3)

#10 Beaver Local (7-3) at #7 Cleveland Glenville (7-3)

#9 Poland Seminary (7-3) at #8 Navarre Fairless (9-1)

 

Division IV, Region 13 (SATURDAY, 10/30):

#12 Girard (6-4) at #5 Gates Mills Gilmour Academy (7-2)

 

Division V, Region 17 (SATURDAY, 10/30):

#15 Rootstown (5-5) at #2 South Range (10-0)

#13 Magnolia Sandy Valley (6-4) at #4 Garrettsville Garfield (10-0)

#12 Crestview (5-4) at #5 Bellaire (9-1)

#9 Edison (7-3) at #8 Akron Manchester (6-4)

 

Division VI, Region 21 (SATURDAY, 10/30):

#16 Garfield Heights Trinity (3-7) at #1 LaBrae (9-1)

#14 Western Reserve (5-5) at #3 Springfield (9-1)

#9 Brookfield (6-3) at #8 United (8-1)

 

Division VII, Region 25 (SATURDAY, 10/30):

#14 Monroeville (3-7) at #3 Warren John F. Kennedy (6-2)

#11 Valley Christian (7-2) at #6 Cuyahoga Heights (5-3)

#9 Lowellville (7-2) at #8 Malvern (8-2)

I’M LOVIN’ IT; MCDONALD ONTO REGIONAL FINALS!

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MASSILLON, OH – The battle of the Blue Devils in the regional semi-finals was a game for the ages as Western Reserve took on McDonald with an opportunity to make the regional finals against Shadyside.

McDonald got off to a scorching hot start, establishing themselves and building momentum early and often as Lucia Wolford lit it up for 8 points and Molly Howard connected on a deep three en route to a 15-4 lead after the first quarter.

The second quarter saw the McDonald shooters begin to heat up as Wolford and Costantino both hit from beyond the arc as their lead grew to 35-14. Lucia Wolford led McDonald in scoring at the break with 15. Western Reserve was led by Dani Vuletich with 5.

Coming out of the break, both teams struggled to find their offense as they matched each other shot for shot and McDonald remained in control of the game by a score of 42-20.

At the beginning of the fourth quarter, McDonald put their foot on the gas and put the game away as they went on a 6-0 run and never let up. As the final buzzer sounded, McDonald began the celebration as they won 57-25 and will advance to the region finals on Saturday night against Shadyside at Massillon Perry High School.

McDonald was led in scoring by Lucia Wolford with 19, Sophia Costantino with 14, and Molly Howard with 13.

Western Reserve was led in scoring by Dani Vuletich with 5, as well as, Brooke Schantz, Kennedy Miller, and Alyvia Hughes all with 4.

 

*Story contributed by Bill McCartney, Eric Bailey, and Quinn Puskar

ARE YOU IN? CHECK WHERE YOUR YSN FOOTBALL TEAM RANKS

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COLUMBUS, OH- The OHSAA *Unofficial* Rankings have been released for Week 8, and according to the great folks at JoeEitel.com, there are some YSN Partner schools making waves.

The Poland Bulldogs are the highest-ranked team across the Network coming in at #4 in Division IV.  Which presents the “If the season ended today” in which if that were the case, the Poland Bulldogs would host cross-town rival, and fellow NE8 opponent, Hubbard.

Teams on the fringe of playoff contention are Niles, South Range, Wellsville, East Liverpool, Cardinal Mooney, and Leetonia.

For a full list and incredible coverage of HS Football rankings visit JoeEitel.com.

Divison 2

  1. Boardman
  2. Austintown Fitch

Divison 3

  1. Niles
  2. Chaney

Divison 4

  1. Poland*
  2. Hubbard*
  3. Struthers*
  4. Girard*
  5. Salem*
  1. Mooney

14. East Liverpool

15. Beaver Local

19. Ursuline

24. Lakeview  (Eliminated from Contention)

Divison 5

  1. South Range

21. Crestview

24. Jefferson  (Eliminated from Contention)

25. Edison  (Eliminated from Contention)

Divison 6

  1. Columbiana*

18. United  (Eliminated from Contention)

27. East Palestine (Eliminated from Contention)

 

Division 7.

6.  Warren JFK*

9. Wellsville

14. Leetonia

25. Lisbon  (Eliminated from Contention)

 

*Indicates the team would unofficially qualify for playoffs if the season ended today