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BULLDOGS BITE DOESN’T BREAK BOARDMAN

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POLAND, OH- In an exciting showdown at the annual “The United Way Classic,” the Boardman Spartans hit the road down Route 224 to face off against the Poland Bulldogs. In a hard-fought and physical contest, the Spartans emerged victorious, clinching their third consecutive win of the season with a final score of 44-39.

Nico Holzschuh led the charge for the Spartans, contributing 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Noah Ziak added 9 points and grabbed 3 rebounds, showcasing his well-rounded skills on the court. Jeffrey Markovitch made his presence felt with 7 points, including a crucial 3-pointer, and a flawless 4-for-4 performance from the free-throw line, including two pivotal free throws late in the fourth quarter.

Despite battling foul trouble, Terrell McDowell had a strong start with 5 points in the first quarter and pulled down 5 rebounds. Grayson Eicher faced off against Poland’s size inside, contributing 4 points and securing 5 rebounds. Kaden Mayhew stepped up with 4 crucial points in the fourth quarter, while Sullivan Smith added to the scoring with a significant corner 3-pointer in the final quarter.

Zach Haus significantly impacted both ends of the floor, tallying 4 steals and 7 deflections. Vince Butto and Jayse Varely also played pivotal roles in contributing to the team’s victory.

For Poland, Carmine Tukalo netted 19, and Cole Fulton finished with 9 for the Bulldogs.

With this hard-fought win, the Boardman Spartans maintain an impressive undefeated record of 3-0 on the young season. The team is now set to face the Golden Bears of East High in Youngstown on Tuesday, looking to build on their early success and continue their winning streak.

LADY SPARTANS CONQUER POLAND

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POLAND, OH- In a remarkable display of skill and teamwork, the Boardman girls’ basketball team claimed a decisive 59-37 victory on the road against the formidable Poland Bulldogs. The Spartans took control early, establishing a 15-6 lead in the first quarter, setting the tone for a game where they never trailed.

Despite Poland narrowing the gap to 7 points in the third quarter, the Spartans unleashed a spectacular 19-2 run to close the quarter, solidifying their dominance. The fourth quarter saw all 14 players from Boardman contributing to a comprehensive team effort.

Senior Mackenzie Riccitelli led the charge with an outstanding performance, pouring in a game-high 23 points, accompanied by 5 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals. Sam Duble showcased her sharpshooting prowess once again, finishing with an impressive 19 points, primarily from beyond the arc. Sarah Bero demonstrated her dominance on the glass, finishing with 7 points.

Ava Freeborough contributed 4 points and added 3 steals to the team’s defensive efforts, while M.C. Werth pitched in with 2 points and led in steals with 6. Mikayla Rivera and Tori Strines each added 2 points to the scoreboard.

The entire roster played a crucial role in the fourth quarter, with Jocelynn Torres, Janessa Prisby, Amira Mousa, Lily Ison, Emma Terlesky, Ava Gaps, and Olivia Combis all contributing valuable minutes to close out the team win.

The game was part of the United Way’s 2023 Holiday Classic, and the girls felt honored to be part of such a significant event. With this victory, the Lady Spartans improve to an impressive 3-1 on the young season, while Poland drops to 2-2. The next challenge for the Lady Spartans awaits as they face the Dukes of Marlington next Saturday.

POLAND USES ANOTHER GREAT FINISH TO SEAL THE DEAL

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In a Friday night matchup, Poland showcased their defensive prowess, constructing a fourth-quarter wall to pull away from Campbell with a final score of 60-45. The Bulldogs effectively transformed a seven-point lead at the start of the final frame into a commanding 15-point victory.

Carmine Tukalo emerged as the offensive standout for the Bulldogs, securing a game-high 17 points. Tukalo has consistently proven himself as the top scorer in both of Poland’s games this season.

With this triumph, Poland’s record advances to 2-0. The Bulldogs are set to host Boardman on Saturday as part of the Poland United Way Classic, featuring a lineup of four basketball games throughout the day. The matchup between the Bulldogs and Spartans is anticipated to be the nightcap event of this exciting basketball showcase.

POLAND DEFENSE LOCKS UP THE TIGERS

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POLAND OH- In a defensive showdown on Tuesday night, both Poland and Springfield battled in their season opener in Poland. The Bulldogs’ stifling defense set the tone, holding the Tigers scoreless in the first quarter. This early advantage paved the way for Poland to secure a 41-27 victory.

Poland’s offensive efforts were led by Carmine Tukala, who contributed 15 points, with solid support from Jacob Hayes, who added 9 points, and Danny Nittoli with 7 points.

Springfield showed resilience, with Aiden Appel and Carson Cunningham each putting up 9 points, but Poland’s early defensive prowess proved decisive in this hard-fought matchup.

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POLAND ESCAPES A OVERTIME THRILLER IN HOME DEBUT

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POLAND OH-  In a thrilling encounter, Poland hosted Springfield for their first home game of the season on Monday night. The Bulldogs provided ample excitement for their home crowd, facing a Tigers team that reached the State Final Four last year. In a closely contested battle, Poland secured a hard-fought victory with a last-second defensive stand in overtime, clinching the win with a final score of 42-41.

Poland’s offensive efforts were led by Mary Brant, who notched an impressive 16 points, and Leanne Williams, contributing 15 points.

On the Springfield side, Mariana Tuscano led the scoring with 13 points, followed closely by Jameka Brungard with 12 points and Kerrigan Mullen with 8 points.

The overtime drama and the one-point difference in the final score showcased the competitive nature of the game. Poland will continue their home stand, welcoming Boardman on Saturday for the United Way Classic, while Springfield prepares for league play with a Thursday matchup at Jackson Milton.

CHAMPION’S HOME OPENER SENDS A MESSAGE

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WARREN OH- In an impactful home opener on Thursday, Champion made a statement with a 51-39 victory over Poland, marking the first win over Poland in Head Coach Michael Cole’s career. The matchup showcased Champion’s resilience and determination, especially after last season’s 51-22 loss to the Bulldogs. The turning point came in the third quarter, where Champion outscored Poland 18-12, establishing a crucial 12-point lead heading into the final frame.

Bella Meyer led the scoring charge for Champion with a game-high 17 points, including three three-pointers, and contributed 4 rebounds. Kayla Haynie added 11 points, showcasing her three-point shooting prowess, while Carlie Easterday contributed 8 points and 5 rebounds. Kennedy Caldwell chipped in with 7 points.

On the Poland side, Kylee Hudran led the scoring with 16 points, making four three-pointers, followed by Mary Brant with 14 points and 5 rebounds. Elliana Thompson added 5 points to the Bulldogs’ total.

Champion’s impressive win sets the stage for their upcoming matchup against Warren JFK on Saturday. Poland, on the other hand, will return home to host Springfield on Monday.

BULLDOGS CHAIN IN THE COWGIRLS

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YOUNGSTOWN OH-  Continuing their winning ways from the previous season, the Poland Bulldogs started the new year on a dominant note with a 58-47 victory over Chaney. The Bulldogs showcased their prowess, leading 41-24 after three quarters and effectively managing a solid final frame from Chaney.

Poland’s Mary Brant led the scoring charge with 16 points, supported by Elliana Thompson with 10 points, Sophia Generalovich with 8 points, Kate Harrell with 7 points, and Allie Grope also contributing 7 points.

Chaney’s standout performance came from freshman Alyssa Brown, who impressed with an impressive 31 points, including five three-pointers. Ja’ziya Burley added 6 points for Chaney.

With this victory, Poland maintains their strong start to the season and now sets their sights on a matchup against the undefeated Flashes of Champion on Thursday. Meanwhile, Chaney looks ahead to their Thursday game on the road against Akron East.

POLAND BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH ERIC FENDER

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By Ty Bartell

POLAND OH- When you talk about Poland Bulldogs basketball, you talk about a culture of winning and success recently. Coming off a 10-13 season a year ago, The Bulldogs look to build back themselves back to a district competitor once again. Losing a lot of players to graduation while simultaneously bringing a lot of talent back, the unknown brings excitement to Bulldog basketball.

Poland Boys Basketball Head Coach Eric Fender joined YSNs Ty Bartell in this edition of Coaches Corner. Looking at The Bulldogs this year they discuss the impact players Coach Fender expects, the tough schedule, their conference aspirations and so much more! Bulldog athletics coverage of live games, scores, stats, stories and more can be found on YSN!

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POLAND GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH NICK BLANCH

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POLAND OH- For years Poland has been the image of dominance in girls basketball. They have yet to not win a NE8 championship, and the goals are the same this year. No matter what players come through the door, the culture that head coach Nick Blanch tries to create is the same.  If you’re on Poland’s team, you’re family. They’re gonna need that culture again this year as the Bulldogs ask plenty of players to step into bigger and better roles. Can Poland stay on top? Recent history tells you not to be surprised if they do.

Coach Blanch took the time to talk to YSN’s Ty Bartell and Anthony Hartwig about the upcoming season. They talk about the Poland culture, players expected to shine this season, and much more. Check out Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Nick Blanch only on YSN!

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WILDCATS CLAW BACK AT POLAND AND MOVE ON

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Struthers Gains Redemption, Advances in Playoffs with 14-9 Victory Over Poland

In a high-stakes playoff showdown, Struthers found sweet revenge for a Week 10 loss by edging out Poland in a nail-biting 14-9 victory.

The first quarter remained scoreless, as both teams grappled for control on the field. It was clear that this was going to be a closely contested match from the start.

The second quarter saw the first points on the board as Poland’s Jas Stefancin converted a 21-yard field goal, giving Poland a 3-0 lead at 7:54.

However, Struthers quickly responded in the third quarter, with running back Jason Dukes leading the charge. Dukes plowed through the defense with an 11-yard rushing touchdown at 6:41. The extra point was good, granting Struthers a 7-3 lead.

Dukes was far from finished, as he broke free with an explosive 63-yard rushing touchdown at 2:30, extending Struthers’ lead to 14-3 after another successful extra point.

Poland wasn’t willing to go down without a fight. Quarterback Dom Pagano connected with Cole Fulton for a remarkable 61-yard touchdown pass at 1:34 in the third quarter. However, the two-point conversion was unsuccessful, leaving the score at 14-9 in favor of Struthers.

The fourth quarter remained scoreless, but it was Dukes who sealed the deal for Struthers with an interception in the end zone. This critical play ensured that Poland could not mount a comeback in the waning moments of the game.

The victory marked a crucial moment for Struthers, avenging their previous loss and propelling them further in the playoffs. The Wildcats will match up with Mentor Lake Catholic in the Regional Semifinals.