NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- In a standout MVAC performance on Friday night, Springfield showcased their basketball prowess, securing a convincing 48-34 victory against Western Reserve.
Dylan Sheely led the scoring charge for Springfield with an impressive 14 points, complemented by Drew Miller’s 13 points and Aiden Appel’s 7 points, contributing to a well-rounded offensive effort.
On the Western Reserve side, Luke Henning and Josh Klasic each tallied 8 points, but it wasn’t enough to thwart Springfield’s dominant performance.
With this noteworthy win, Springfield continues to make an impact in the league. The team’s cohesive effort on both ends of the court proved instrumental in running away with the game.
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NEW MIDDLETOWN, OH- The Springfield lady Tigers basketball team earned a hard fought 58-54 win over Lowellville on Thursday evening. The Rockets came in upset minded, and it seemed like they were going to pull it off. Springfield responded late in the game to grab another close win.
For the Tigers Ava Vecchione had the hot hand throughout the game. She knocked down 4 three pointers from beyond the arch in route to her impressive 23 points. Lowellville did a nice job limiting Jameka Brungard in the first half forcing her into some tough shots. Brungard however, stayed persistent and eventually ended up scoring 18. Mariana Tuscano was a key piece defensively forcing some turnovers and adding 9 points.
Lowellville came in with a great early game plan as the Rockets really limited the post presence of Brungard and got after it defensively. In the end, Springfield’s defense was too much to overcome during the game’s final minutes causing a number of turnovers. Morgan Lewis led the way with 19 points. She was effective from the free throw line as well going (4 for 6). Sydney Procick knocked down some big shots scoring 12, while Serinna Tych added 11.
Springfield improves to 5-2, 3-0 inside the MVAC with the win. They will travel to Sebring on Monday. Lowellville drops to 2-4, 0-2 inside the MVAC. The Rockets will head over to Mineral Ridge to battle the Rams.
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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- It was the start of section pay for Springfield as the Tigers faced off against Jackson Milton. Thanks to a defensive effort by Springfield they were able to secure a 52-39 win.
The Tigers got off to a hot start shooting with 3 quick 3 pointers and were able stretch the lead to 30-17 at the half. Another run in the 3rd quarter gave Springfield a comfortable lead going into the 4th. However with Springfield getting into some foul trouble and a 9 point 4th by Ryan Romigh gave the Blue Jays a final run to keep it close down the stretch.
Dylan Sheely was the lead scorer for the Tigers with 14 and Sean Guerriero contributed 12. For the Blue Jays Ryan Romigh had 17 points.
Springfield improved to 2-1 on the season and their next game is Friday, December 15th against Western Reserve. Jackson Milton now 2-2 looks on to Sebring this Friday, December 15th.
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In a nail-biting contest, Springfield defied the odds, clinching a 42-41 victory over Western Reserve on Monday night. Despite a rocky start and trailing for most of the game, the Tigers turned the tables, securing their first one-possession win of the season.
The Tigers faced an uphill battle as Western Reserve surged to a 16-6 lead after Springfield’s initial 6-0 advantage. Clawing back, Springfield narrowed the gap to 3 points by halftime, setting the stage for a thrilling comeback.
The third quarter favored Western Reserve, extending their lead to 35-29. However, the Tigers’ resilience shone in the final quarter, with their defense allowing a mere 6 points. A crucial shot in the paint by Jameka Brungard sealed the deal for Springfield, followed by a stout defensive stand that thwarted the Blue Devils’ comeback hopes.
Key contributors for Springfield included Jameka Brungard with 13 points and 7 rebounds, Ava Vecchione with 11 points and 5 rebounds, Mariana Tuscano with 8 points, and Karigan Mullen with 8 points.
For Western Reserve, Isabella Mauro led with 10 points, Quincy Miller contributed 9 points, and Alyvia Hughes added 8 points.
Looking ahead, Springfield is set to host Lowellville on Thursday night, aiming to build on their hard-fought victory. Meanwhile, Western Reserve will seek redemption at home against Jackson Milton on Thursday.
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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- It was the home opener for the Springfield Tigers as they were set to take on the Crestview Rebels. Both teams came into the game searching for their first win of the season and defense set the tone early as Tigers brought out the full court press proving to be an issue for the Rebels. The first half ended with a buzzer beating layup from Sean Guerriero to put the Tigers up 25-22.
In the third quarter foul trouble became an issue for both teams and Springfield had to run with only two starters for a good portion of the quarter. But it was Sean Guerriero and Drew Miller who were able to anchor the offense as Springfield began to pull away towards the end of the third. And the Tigers went on to win 58-40.
Sean Guerriero was the lead scorer with 16 points Dylan Sheely contributed 15 points. Drew Miller also was in double figures with 11 while also causing issues in the passing lanes for the Rebels. For Crestview Justin McKee and Johnathon Best each had 15 points.
Springfield improves to (1-1) on the season and looks ahead to conference play as they take on Jackson Milton at home this Tuesday, December 12 for a 7pm tipoff. Crestview’s next game is Tuesday, December 12 at 7pm where they will look to get into the win column against Brookfield.
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NORTH JACKSON OH- The Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference (MVAC) looks to be an interesting and competitive conference in both the scarlet and gray divisions in girls basketball. With conference play opening up for MVAC teams on both sides. Thursday night, it led to a lot of intriguing matchups within the divisions. One of those matchups were, winners of the scarlet division a year ago, The Springfield Tigers taking on the returning Jackson-Milton Blue Jays for the first time since February 2nd, 2022!
Springfield came out with a fury as three different Tigers scored in the first 65 seconds to take an early 7-0 advantage. Tigers continued to play at their tempo in the opening quarter as Jameka Brungard scored 9 points in the first quarter, helping Springfield hold a 17-2 advantage after the first quarter. The Tigers continued to display their dominance in the second, expanding on their lead and taking a 32-8 edge into the halftime locker room.
Springfield looked to be on the same trajectory in the second half as following the third quarter they were up by a commanding 46-14 lead. However, a scrappy bunch of you Blue Jays refused to throw in the towel and continued to battle for the full 32 minutes, managing to win the fourth quarter 11-7. However, it would not be enough, as The Tigers set the tone in conference play with the 53-25 victory over Jackson-Milton.
Springfield’s Jameka Brungard won Player of the Game honors with her 18 points in the game all of which were scored in the first half! Following her was Mariana Tuscano who finished with 7 points, Reagan Rogenski who finished with 6 points and both Karigan Mullen and Kristina Vecchione who each had 5 points. Primary scorers for The Blue Jays were both Emma Johns and Amani Yasin who both had 9 points on the evening.
Springfield (3-2)(1-0) will now get back home where they will continue conference play, hosting The Western Reserve Blue Devils (1-2)(0-0) on Monday, December 11th with a 7 p.m. tip-off. For Jackson-Milton (1-2) they will go back out of conference when they host The Heartland-Christian Lions (3-1) on Saturday, December 9th scheduled for a 1:45 p.m. tip-off. Keep updated with all MVAC basketball this season with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN!
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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 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.
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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- When talking about Springfield Girls Basketball, senior captain Ava Vecchione stands as a beacon of leadership and determination. As the sole senior on the team, she shoulders the responsibility of guiding her teammates with an unwavering commitment to success.
After a remarkable season that saw the Tigers reach the state semifinals—an unprecedented achievement for the program—Vecchione understood the challenges that lay ahead. With key leaders graduating, she recognized the need to step into a prominent role. Embracing this challenge, she dedicated herself to enhancing both her offensive skills and her already formidable defensive capabilities.
Known for her ability to keep spirits high and confidence soaring, Vecchione takes pride in being a motivational force within the team. Her dedication extends beyond personal improvement, as she actively contributes to the development of future leaders within the program.
Last season’s statistics showcase her multifaceted contributions: 118 total points, averaging 4.5 points per game, along with 55 assists and 40 steals. In the early games of the current season, Vecchione has elevated her performance, averaging an impressive 13 points per game, complemented by 9 steals and 3 assists.
Vecchione’s defensive prowess shines through as she revels in getting into the heads of opposing players, forcing them into critical mistakes. Her work ethic, coupled with her strategic approach on the court, makes her an invaluable asset to the Tigers.
With her sights set on leading the team back to another regional championship, Vecchione exemplifies resilience, dedication, and a fierce competitive spirit. As the journey unfolds, she remains committed to leaving a lasting legacy and ensuring that the program’s future leaders are well-equipped for continued success.
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NEW MIDDLETOWN OH- Securing a solid non-conference victory, Springfield demonstrated their prowess on Thursday with a convincing 58-33 win over Brookfield.
Leading the scoring charge for the Tigers was Karigan Mullen, who delivered an impressive performance with 19 points. Mariana Tuscano also contributed significantly, finishing in double figures with 12 points.
Springfield’s well-rounded effort and strong team play set the stage for their success in this non-conference matchup. Looking ahead, the Tigers will face another challenging non-conference test on Monday as they hit the road to take on Poland.
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