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YSN SOCCER PANEL (EP 1) WITH LUKE DAVIS AND CJ BAKO

Soccer is a sport that continues to grow at an incredible rate in the area.  We feel it still doesn’t get talked about enough, so we’re gonna fix that! Not only has YSN ramped up their live soccer broadcasts, for the first time we’ve gotten some soccer experts together to talk about the big picture of the sport in the YSN family.  Two of the networks best voices of the sport join Anthony Hartwig on Running Point to talk about the local stars on the pitch! Check it out right here, exclusively on YSN!

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WRESTLING WEDNESDAYS WITH GARY ALTHISER (EP 1)

It’s has finally ckme! The wrestling season is upon us. Last season we saw so much talent on the mats that highlighted the winter sports season. We saw state champions be crowned, and superstars make a name for themselves. With so much success, it brings excitement for the new season in 2022-2023. Our in house wrestling expert, and head coach of the program in Wellsville Gary Althiser is back for another season of Wrestling Wednesdays. In this episode we preview the upcoming season by going over the wrestlers who hold preseason rankings, talk about South Range’s chance to repeat as a team state champion, and a couple of big coaching changes that should make things very interesting. Join us in diving in to the area’s wrestlers with Episode 1 of Wrestling Wednesdays with Gary Althiser.

 

 

ASTRO FALCON MANAGER DON PLETCHER JOINS RUNNING POINT

EAST PALESTINE OH- The Astro Falcons 18u team did not end the NABF World Series the way the would like. A series of events forced them to forfeit in a quarterfinal game. Since it happened, it has been a widely discussed topic in the local baseball scene. Astro manager Don Pletcher took the time to call in to YSN’s Running Point to clear up any speculation on what happened with his first hand account. Don also takes the time to reflect on the NABF weekend as a whole, and what it meant to all the teams to have it after missing it in 2020 due to COVID.

The Brooklyn Bonnie Jays won the 2021 NABF World Series Championship.

The Astros still have plenty of baseball to look forward to this summer. They will play for a spot in the Palomino tournament in Texas. Then they will come back to Bob Cene Park and resume the 18u Class B Playoffs.

 

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JOHN MANG SR DISCUSSES THE STATE OF OFFICIATING

EAST PALESTINE, OH- Officiating is one of the toughest gigs going in sports.  You’re only right 50% of the time, and it always depends on who you ask.  However, if you know officiating, or are looking to gain some wisdom in the subject, there’s a good chance your paths will cross at some point with John Mang Sr.  Mang has been a staple in Valley officiating for decades, and still remains one of the main contacts for assignments, and know-how when you have a clicker or a whistle.

We caught up with Mr. Mang for a “State of Officiating” type segment on YSN Running Point on Thursday.

Watch the interview below to see where things stand.

MANDY BELL JOINS RUNNING POINT

EAST PALESTINE OH- Opening Day is fast approaching and baseball fans are excited for a full baseball season. For the Indians, there is a lot of turnover from last season, as the roster has become a lot younger with the flip of the calendar.

Mandy Bell, the beat writer for MLB.com who covers the Indians called in to Running Point this week to give us an exclusive update on the Tribe as they are in Spring Training. Mandy helps answer all the Indians’ fans questions about the upcoming season. What positions are up for grab? Which ones are locked up? How does Shane Bieber one up his record setting opening day start last season? Mandy gives us an inside look into the Indians in this exclusive interview only on YSN.

 

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BRIAN TOLNAR ON RUNNING POINT 9.2.20

EAST PALESTINE OH- Brian Tolnar of Mill Creek Metro Parks has his weekly call in to Running Point. He gives an update on Mill Creek/s upgrades to their cart paths = and how the rain over the weekend helped, previews the final weekend of the Fed-Ex vup, and get insights on how to improve your game with Brian’s tip of the week.

 

*Interview conducted on 9/2/2020.

 

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TOM CALLAHAN JOINS THE SHOW

EAST PALESTINE OH- Hockey is back! The NHL starting directly into the playoffs has created instant excitement for hockey fans. So far the bubble initiative to counter COVID 19 concerns has worked like a charm. Is the NHL the only sport doing everything right? We have our own hockey guru Tom Callahan. He joins Running Point to talk about the playoff picture, the stability of the sport, and much more. Its a power play on Running Point and hockey fans wont want to miss it.

 

Interview conducted on August 3rd.

 

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INTERVIEW WITH CHRIS TUNNO

EAST PALESTINE OH- Things are definitely uneasy in St Louis as the Cardinals deal with an outbreak of COVID 19. Valley native and Canfield grad Chris Tunno works in the media relations department for the Cardinals. He joins Running Point to discuss the current state of the Cardinals, gives insight into the protocols the MLB has set up, and much more.

 

Interview conducted on August 3rd.

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INTERVIEW WITH MATT ALTOMARE

EAST PALESTINE OH- Head Coach of Lisbon Football Matt Altomare joins the show to talk about taking over the team. Matt discusses the challenges COVID 19 brings, his roster at Lisbon, and much more. You dont want to miss the Running Point exclusive interview the the head of Lisbon football.

 

Interview conducted on June 29th.

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JOHN PERROTTO JOINS THE SHOW

EAST PALESTINE OH- John Perrotto is a premiere baseball writer who covers the Pirates, and with Opening Day right around the corner Ron got him on the phone for an update on what’s going on in the Steel City. Could the Pirates user  some unconventional strategy for their pitching staff? How will they fair in the NL Central? John shares his thoughts with Ron and Anthony.

Along with discussing what the Pirates may look like this season, John also discusses his thoughts on how MLB can market the 2020 season into a positive step for its future. Also his take on what teams may sneak up on people this year and make the playoffs.

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