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FITCH CHASES AWAY THE RAIDERS ON SENIOR NIGHT

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AUSTINTOWN OH-  In a senior night celebration to remember, Fitch dominated the court on Monday, chasing away South Range with a resounding 65-27 victory. Kylie Folkwein led the Falcons’ scoring charge with an impressive 18 points, complemented by Destanie McCullough contributing 13 points, Kaliana Ray with 9 points, and Ayla Ray adding 7 points. Remarkably, a total of 9 Falcons contributed to the scoring spree, highlighting the team’s depth and versatility.

On the South Range side, Gwen Lowry led their scoring efforts with 12 points, while Sydney Penick added 11 points in a spirited effort.

With this convincing win, Fitch improves their record to 13-7 and now looks forward to a road matchup against Salem on Thursday. South Range, with a 9-12 record, will return home on Saturday night to host Western Reserve for their senior night.

ONE BIG QUARTER DOES THE TRICK FOR URSULINE

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- Ursuline delivered a commanding performance on Saturday, utilizing a massive second quarter surge to overpower South Range with a final score of 72-51. The Irish dominated the second frame 27-10, establishing a commanding 44-22 lead at halftime.

Jaylen Gunther led Ursuline’s scoring efforts with an impressive 21 points, accompanied by Geno Lucente with 13 points, and Noah Bell and Jaden Payne each contributing 9 points. Myles Miller added 8 points to the winning effort.

South Range, despite a resilient effort, couldn’t overcome Ursuline’s strong performance. Landon Moore led their scoring with 17 points, followed by Luke Rohan with 12 points and Dylan Turvey with 7 points.

Looking ahead, Ursuline (13-3) is set for a crucial road matchup against arch-rival Mooney on Friday, while South Range (12-5) returns home to face Salem on Tuesday.

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/2-3-b-bb-ursuline-s-range/2-3-b-bb-ursuline-range/104EOS1D

RAIDERS REFUSE TO GIVE POLAND A CONFERENCE CROWN

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CANFIELD OH-  In a nail-biting clash with high stakes, South Range battled Poland on Tuesday night, with the hopes of a repeat NE8 title hanging in the balance. The Raiders dug deep and delivered a thrilling performance in overtime, denying Poland a chance to celebrate on their home floor and securing a hard-fought 41-35 victory.

South Range showcased resilience and determination, epitomized by Landon Moore’s impressive 16-point performance. Dylan Turvey contributed 9 points, while Luke Rohan’s clutch 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter played a pivotal role in propelling the Raiders to victory. Matt Singleton added 5 points to the well-rounded offensive effort.

Poland, led by Carmine Tukalo’s standout 24-point performance, fought valiantly throughout the game. Oliver McCully added 6 points to the team’s effort, but they fell short in the face of South Range’s relentless pursuit of the win.

With this crucial victory, South Range (11-4) keeps their NE8 title hopes alive, setting the stage for a challenging road trip to Niles on Friday. Poland (12-4) remains in contention for an outright conference championship, with their next opportunity to secure it coming on Saturday as they travel to face Salem. As the regular season heats up, both teams navigate the competitive landscape, each game carrying significant implications for their postseason aspirations.

POLAND STILL STRONG IN THEIR HOUSE

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POLAND OH- In a crucial NE8 showdown on Monday night, Poland tightened its grip on first place with a hard-fought 48-42 victory over South Range, avenging an earlier season loss. The home crowd witnessed an intense battle that showcased Poland’s resilience and determination.

Leading the charge for Poland was Elliana Thompson, who delivered a standout performance with an impressive 25 points, proving to be a force on the court. Leanne Williams contributed 12 points, while Avery Jakubovic added 5, combining for a well-rounded offensive effort.

South Range fought valiantly, with Gwen Lowry leading their offensive charge, accumulating 15 points. Sydney Penick and the duo of Maddie Dado and Ceci Foster each chipped in with 11 and 6 points, respectively.

The win propels Poland to an 11-6 record, solidifying their first-place standing in the NE8. Looking ahead, they will venture outside the conference on Thursday, hosting Mooney in what promises to be another thrilling matchup. On the other side, South Range (8-11) is determined to bounce back, setting their sights on a home clash against Niles on Thursday. As the regular season unfolds, the NE8 remains a battleground, and Poland’s victory has set the tone for the challenges that lie ahead.

SOUTH RANGE PERSISTS PAST THE EAGLES

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CANFIELD OH- In a tightly contested matchup on Thursday, South Range emerged victorious in a gritty 21-20 win over Hubbard. Every point was hard-earned in a game marked by its defensive intensity.

Leading the scoring for South Range, Sydney Penick contributed 7 points, followed closely by Devin Sauerwein with 6, and Sophia Lucente with 5. On the opposing side, Hubbard’s Phoebe Rusnak and Claire Murphy both tallied 5 points each in a determined effort.

With the win, South Range now holds an 8-10 record and is set for a road clash against NE8 leading Poland on Monday. Meanwhile, Hubbard (6-10) will step outside the league, hitting the road to face Badger in Monday’s matchup. Both teams are gearing up for challenging contests as they continue their respective seasons.

EDGEWOOD USES A COMEBACK TO REMAIN UNBEATEN

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CANFIELD OH- In a thrilling Saturday night matchup, Edgewood staged a remarkable comeback to remain undefeated, securing a 62-51 victory over South Range. Despite trailing 25-12 at one point in the second quarter, the Warriors rallied and ended the half with a 26-25 lead, maintaining their momentum throughout the second half.

Katie McCollister led the scoring charge for Edgewood with an impressive 18 points, claiming the game-high, while Faith Vencill added 13 points, and Avery Vencill contributed 10 points. Leigha Guyton and Annie Mae Johnston rounded out the scoring with 9 and 7 points, respectively.

On the South Range side, Ceci Foster led with 17 points, followed by Sydney Penick with 10 points, and Gwen Lowry contributing 9 points.

Remaining undefeated at 13-0, Edgewood looks ahead to their next challenge on Wednesday as they face Geneva on the road. South Range (6-10) will return to league play on Monday, traveling to Lakeview, as they seek to rebound and regain their winning momentum.

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STRUTHERS FINDS THEIR FIRST NE8 WIN

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STRUTHERS OH- In a notable turnaround for Struthers, they shifted their basketball approach in recent weeks, and on Thursday, it translated into a significant victory. Facing a tough opponent in South Range, Struthers showcased a complete team effort, securing a 47-39 win.

Emma Morris led the scoring charge for Struthers with an impressive 14 points, complemented by Gianna Martin and Ava Croyle each contributing 9 points, and Natalie Adams adding 7 points.

On the South Range side, Maddie Dado led the scoring effort with 9 points, while Sydney Penick and Devin Sauerwein chipped in with 8 and 7 points, respectively.

With this newfound momentum, Struthers (4-11) looks to carry it into their next matchup on Monday at home against Hubbard. South Range (6-9) aims to bounce back on Saturday as they host Edgewood, seeking to regroup and return to the winning column.

SOUTH RANGE STRIDES THROUGH THE INDIANS

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GIRARD OH- In the second round of NE8 play, South Range displayed their prowess on Tuesday, securing a commanding 63-39 victory against Girard on the road.

Leading the charge for South Range, Landon Moore contributed an impressive 19 points, supported by Luke Rohan with 14 points, and Dylan Turvey and Nate Lewis chipping in with 9 and 8 points, respectively.

On the Girard side, Kaiden Clare led the scoring efforts with 12 points, accompanied by Stephen Sims with 8 points and Ahmad Curd contributing 5 points.

With this win, South Range (8-4) maintains their strong season and looks forward to their next challenge at home against Struthers on Friday. Girard (1-12) aims to regroup and find success as they head to Poland on Friday in pursuit of positive momentum.

RAIDERS FIND SMOOTHER WATERS IN LIBERTY

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LIBERTY OH- After a challenging loss to Girard, South Range wasted no time getting back in the win column with a decisive 46-27 victory against Liberty on Monday.

The offensive charge was led by Devin Sauerwein, who poured in 16 points, supported by Maddie Dado’s 12 points. Gwen Lowry and Sydney Penick contributed 7 and 6 points, respectively, showcasing a well-rounded scoring effort from South Range.

On the Liberty side, Mia Parker led the charge with an impressive 15 points, with Mia Benjamin adding 8 points to the tally.

With this win, South Range improved to a 6-8 record, demonstrating resilience after setbacks. Looking ahead, they’ll return to league play on Thursday, facing off against Struthers. Liberty, currently standing at 1-12, aims to build on their performance as they head to Brookfield on Thursday in pursuit of continued improvement.

INDIANS CAN NOW LOOK TO POLAND

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CANFIELD OH- In a pivotal matchup that Girard needed to win to stay in first place, the Indians secured a road victory against South Range with a final score of 43-32.

Mackenzie White led Girard’s charge with an impressive 16 points, closely followed by Mia Malito contributing 15 points, and Ally Gassman adding 6 points.

South Range, despite Gwen Lowry’s 15-point effort, faced challenges as six other Raiders scored 4 points or less. The win propelled Girard to a 6-6 record, setting the stage for their upcoming home game against Poland on Thursday. On the other side, South Range (5-8) looks to bounce back on the road against Liberty next Monday.