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SPRINGFIELD NABS MVAC CHIP WITH WIN OVER DEVILS

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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH-  In a fiercely contested matchup between two powerhouse teams, the Springfield Tigers emerged victorious over the McDonald Blue Devils, clinching a share of the MVAC Scarlet division championship in a nail-biting 46-43 win.

From the opening tip-off, both teams showcased their determination to claim victory and secure their place at the top of the division standings. The intensity was palpable as the Tigers and Blue Devils battled relentlessly throughout the game, leaving spectators on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer sounded.

Leading the charge for the Springfield Tigers was Aidan Appel, whose stellar performance propelled his team to victory. Appel showcased his versatility and skill on both ends of the court, tallying an impressive 13 points while also contributing 5 steals and 3 assists. His leadership and tenacity set the tone for the Tigers’ resilient effort against a formidable opponent.

Joining Appel in the Tigers’ offensive onslaught was Carson Cunningham, who delivered a strong performance with 9 points and 3 rebounds. Cunningham’s contributions were instrumental in providing the Tigers with much-needed offensive firepower throughout the contest.

Dylan Sheely emerged as a force to be reckoned with once again, making significant contributions on both ends of the floor. Sheely’s dynamic play resulted in 8 crucial points, while his defensive prowess was evident with 5 steals and 3 assists, further solidifying his impact on the game.

Additionally, Sean Guerriero showcased his all-around skillset, contributing 6 points, 3 assists, and 4 rebounds to the Tigers’ winning effort. Guerriero’s contributions on both ends of the court played a pivotal role in securing the victory and clinching a share of the division championship.

Despite a valiant effort from the McDonald Blue Devils, led by Drew Zajach with 15 points and Joey Cappuzzello with 11, the Tigers’ relentless determination and cohesive teamwork ultimately proved decisive in securing the crucial victory.

With this hard-fought win, the Springfield Local High School Tigers etched their name into the annals of MVAC Scarlet division history, securing a share of the championship and cementing their status as one of the top teams in the conference. As they celebrate this momentous achievement, the Tigers look ahead with optimism and determination, eager to continue their success as they set their sights on even greater accomplishments in the postseason and beyond.

TIGERS GRAB THEIR PIECE OF THE MVAC ON SENIOR NIGHT

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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- In a memorable senior night celebration, Springfield High School’s basketball team made their mark by claiming a share of the MVAC Scarlet tier championship with a dominant 49-23 victory over McDonald.

Led by standout performances from their seniors, Springfield showcased their talent and determination on the court. Jameka Brungard led the scoring charge with an impressive 17 points, followed closely by Ava Vecchione with 16 points. Marianna Tuscano added 10 points to the winning effort, highlighting the team’s depth and versatility.

With this significant win, Springfield improves their record to 15-6, setting their sights on a tournament tune-up on February 14th as they host Salem. Meanwhile, McDonald, with a 6-11 record, will head to Jackson Milton on Friday for a boys-girls doubleheader, eager to bounce back from the defeat.

 

RAMS KNOT UP TOP OF MVAC

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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- In a pivotal clash that knotted up the MVAC title race, Mineral Ridge staged a comeback on Monday, triumphing over Springfield 58-49 and leveling the playing field. The Rams showcased resilience after trailing 14-6 at the end of the first quarter, rallying to secure a crucial victory on the road.

Ava Hulett emerged as the driving force for Mineral Ridge, delivering a standout performance with an impressive 24 points and 12 rebounds. Sullivan Sandy added 11 points, complemented by Gianna Gilbert with 9 points, Lily Merolillo with 8 points, and Norah Schnieder contributing 7 points. The Rams’ collective effort proved pivotal in their comeback victory.

Springfield, despite a valiant effort, couldn’t withstand Mineral Ridge’s surge. Jameka Brungard led the Tigers’ offensive charge with an impressive 22 points, while Marianna Tuscano added 11 points.

With this win, Mineral Ridge (16-2) tightens its grip on the MVAC title race and looks to maintain its winning momentum at home on Wednesday. On the other side, Springfield (13-6) is determined to bounce back and will host Ursuline on Thursday. As the regular season heads toward its conclusion, the MVAC race remains unpredictable, promising more thrilling matchups in the quest for the title.

ROCKETS FIND REDEMPTION

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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- In a redemption-filled matchup on Friday night, Lowellville avenged an earlier season loss to Springfield by securing a 54-43 victory on the road.

Lowellville’s Michael Ballone led the scoring charge with an impressive 19 points, followed closely by Matt Lucido contributing 16, and Ryan Nieder with 9. Josh Pazel added 6 points to the winning effort.

Springfield, despite the efforts of Carson Cunningham with 15 points and Drew Miller with 12, couldn’t overcome Lowellville’s determined performance. Aiden Appel and Sean Guerriero each contributed 7 points.

With the win, Lowellville improves to an 8-6 record and will return home to host Mineral Ridge on Tuesday. Springfield (11-4) will aim to bounce back at home on Tuesday against Sebring. The victory for Lowellville not only avenges an earlier defeat but also solidifies their competitive standing as they navigate through the season.

CLIPPERS GRAB A SIGNATURE WIN

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COLUMBIANA OH- Columbiana made a resounding statement on Saturday afternoon, showcasing their prowess by taking down fellow conference leader Springfield. The Clippers seized control from the start with an impressive 18-0 first quarter and maintained their dominance throughout, ultimately securing a convincing 47-18 victory.

Averi Marshall and Ellie Venezia led the scoring efforts for Columbiana, both contributing 10 points, while Evy Rapp added 9 points. Ava Heinrich and Alaina Johnston also made notable contributions with 7 and 6 points, respectively.

On the Springfield side, Jameka Brungard led with 7 points, and Kendall Maughn chipped in with 6 points.

With this statement win, Columbiana (13-2) looks ahead to returning to league play on Monday as they travel to Wellsville. Springfield (11-5) also resumes league action on Monday with a visit to Lowellville, aiming to rebound from the tough loss and regain their winning momentum.

SNOW WONT STOP SPRINGFIELD

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NORTH JACKSON OH- In a snowy Friday where several games faced cancellations, Springfield embarked on a journey to Jackson Milton, securing a close 49-43 victory over the Blue Jays.

Sean Guerriero led Springfield’s scoring efforts with 15 points, complemented by Dylan Sheely contributing 10 points, and Isaac LaMorticella and Carson Cunningham adding 8 and 7 points, respectively.

On the Jackson Milton side, Ryan Romigh showcased a commendable performance with 17 points, supported by Cayden Mitchell with 8 points and Alex Rotuna contributing 6 points.

With this hard-fought win, Springfield (10-3) will hit the road for Western Reserve on Tuesday, aiming to extend their positive momentum. Jackson Milton (4-8) will also be on the road on Tuesday, traveling to Sebring, as they seek to regroup and bounce back from the narrow defeat.

SPRINGFIELD STAYS PERFECT IN THE MVAC

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By Ty Bartell

BERLIN CENTER OH- In the second edition of Springfield Tigers against Western Reserve Blue Devils in girls basketball this season, the question remained, could the two teams live up to the drama in the first matchup? Back on December 11th, The Blue Devils pushed The Tigers to their limit in The Den, but Springfield still emerged victorious 42-41, courtesy of a winning bucket by Jameka Brungard. The Tigers went into Thursday undefeated in the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference’s (MVAC) Scarlet Division, as they look for their second consecutive conference crown! However, this time they would take the battle to Berlin Center in The Devils’ Lair!

Springfield got the three ball working early, with three different Tigers finding the mark from distance, helping them to an early advantage, 15-11 over Western Reserve after the first quarter. Scoring would subsequently slow down in the second quarter, as both squads were held to single digit scores through the next eight minutes of play. Springfield would have the edge by a bucket at 9-6 over Reserve in the second to hold a 24-17 halftime lead!

Opening up the second half, the first four minutes looked similar to the second quarter, with points coming at a premium for both teams’ offense. The Blue Devils would eventually wake up and catch fire from the perimeter, nailing down four 3-point shots in the quarter, outscoring Springfield 13-7 in the third and effectively cutting the Tigers lead to a single point at 31-30 heading to the final quarter of regulation. The quarter saw both teams lock it down on defense and neither was able to get separation from one another with the game tied 35-35 in the closing minutes of the fourth. Then with 2:45 remaining in the game, Karigan Mullen, like a certain Mullen before her, hit a big 3-point shot with ice in her veins to put the Tigers up and never look back! Winning the ball game 40-39 as Springfield with a flair for the dramatic, claimed their second win of the season by a single point over Western Reserve.

Jameka Brungard was a catalyst on the court, both on the boards and with her scoring, finishing with a game-high 16 points. Mariana Tuscano followed her with 8 points and Kendall Maugh had 6 points. Quincy Miller led the way for Reserve with 12 points followed by Angelina Cappabianca who had 11 points. Interviews with Jameka Brungard, Karigan Mullen and Springfield Head Coach John Matisi can be found below!

Springfield (11-4)(8-0) stays undefeated inside the conference as their next contest will come on Saturday, January 20th when they hit the road to do battle with The Columbiana Clippers (12-2). Meanwhile, Western Reserve (8-5)(4-2) will travel to their rival The Jackson Milton Blue Jays (7-6)(3-4) for the first time in almost two years in girls basketball on Monday, January 22nd. Stay updated with MVAC basketball all season long with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN!

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/1-18-g-bb-reserve-springfield/1-18-g-bb-springfield-reserve/104EOS1D

 

GRIT PAYS OFF FOR DEVILS OVER SPRINGFIELD

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McDONALD, OH- Senior Wyatt Wolford and sophomores Brady Klockner and Joey Cappuzzello each contributed 12 points to lead McDonald (7-6) to their seventh win of the season, matching their previous year’s total. Notably, this victory marks the Blue Devils’ first triumph over the Tigers since January before the pandemic.

The McDonald Blue Devils, led by a youthful roster of eight sophomores, appear to be finding their groove as they navigate the challenges of the season. The team’s recent hard-fought 57-54 home victory against the experienced Springfield Tigers is a significant win that they hope will fuel their momentum moving forward.

In a closely contested matchup, Springfield (9-3) held a slim 9-7 lead after the first quarter. However, McDonald kicked off the second quarter with a quick three-pointer from Klockner, sparking a pivotal 7-0 run for the Blue Devils. The teams traded blows, with Tigers junior Carson Cunningham scoring eight points in the second quarter, giving Springfield a 32-31 lead at halftime.

The turning point came in the second half, as McDonald’s Casey Miller hit a crucial three-pointer, and Cappuzzello made a pair of free throws to give the Blue Devils a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. A decisive 9-0 run, featuring clutch threes from sophomores Jonathan Black and Drew Zajack, kept the Tigers at bay until the final minutes.

For Springfield, Aiden Appel led the scoring with 13 points, while senior Sean Guerriero added 12. Dylan Sheely (11) and Carson Cunningham (10) also reached double figures.

McDonald Blue Devils now look ahead with confidence, building on this significant win as they continue their season journey.

TIGERS LIGHT IT UP ON THE ROAD

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MCDONALD OH- Springfield secured another impressive MVAC win, dominating McDonald with a 53-25 victory on Monday.

Ava Vecchione led the way with an outstanding performance, scoring 20 points, while Jameka Brungard added 10 points and Karigan Mullen contributed 6 points.

With this win, Springfield advances to a 9-4 record and looks forward to continuing MVAC play by hosting Jackson Milton on Thursday. On the other hand, McDonald, standing at 5-5, will have a home matchup against Lowellville on Thursday.

TIGERS TAKE THEIR TALENTS TO UNITED

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HANOVERTON OH- In a challenging road game on Saturday afternoon, Springfield showcased resilience and determination, securing a 48-40 victory against United.

Springfield’s dynamic duo, Jameka Brungard and Ava Vecchione, each contributed 18 points, leading the Tigers in scoring. Mariana Tuscano added 6 points to round out Springfield’s offensive efforts.

United put up a strong fight, with Grace Knight leading the way with 14 points, closely followed by Addy Blazer with 9 points and Grayson Kidder contributing 7 points.

The hard-fought win improves Springfield’s record to 8-4 as they head back into league play on Monday against McDonald. United, with a record of 8-3, will look to bounce back on Monday with a matchup against Lisbon.