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UNITED TAMES THE TIGERS

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HANOVERTON OH-

United coming off a close come from behind victory on Monday over Southern was looking to get out of the gate quickly against Wellsville. The Eagles from the opening tip raced out quickly and never looked back posting a dominating 59-11 performance over Wellsville Thursday night.

United took full advantage of the Wellsville 2-3 zone connecting early and often leading to a 25-2 first quarter lead.  Madison Kibler was the one of the benefactors of that zone connecting from the outside on her way to a season high 15 points. Teammate Grace Knight turned in a solid all-around  performance posting 10 pts / 6 rebs.

Coach Josh Sigler was very happy about the offensive output “Bottom line is we need to finish better and we did that tonight, it was a huge improvement over Monday night.  We need to play every night as if there is no tomorrow”  The Eagles suffocating defense forced the Tigers to commit 27 turnovers and led to a 45-2 halftime lead. Addyson Blazer and Grayson Kidder contributed 8 points each for the victors.  Wellsville was led by Isabella Poppleriter  with 5 points.

United’s fourth consecutive victory sets up a big EOAC showdown on Monday Night which coach Sigler knows is one that will be highly contested.  “ Columbiana is a very good team, we need to bring our best performance in all facets of the game.”  Asked what kind of environment to expect Monday night “ I expect the gym to be packed, we have a motto of ALL IN and that expectation goes to everyone in our program from the youth level, to our players, coaches, fans, and parents in the stands.  We consider everyone associated with our program a vital part of the team.”

 United (4-1, 3-0) vs Columbiana (4-1, 3-0) is slated for Monday at United, 2 quarter JV game tips at 5:30.

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler

 

REBELS RISE UP AGAINST UNITED

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HANOVERTON OH- The Crestview Rebels jumped into the victory column after a 56-34 win over the United Eagles.

The visiting Rebel’s Kirkland Miller scored a game-high 25 points with Wyatt Miller dropping in 9 points to improve Crestview to 1-1 on the young season.

The game was decided in the middle two frames as the Rebels outscored United 32-12. The Eagles paced his team with 14 points. United drops to 1-2.

Both teams return to action Friday with United travels to Leetonia and Crestview goes to Springfield.

*Contributed By YSN’s Gary Leininger

UNITED GETS THROUGH BATTLE WITH INDIANS

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SALINEVILLE OH-

The early season matchup on Monday night between United and Southern was thought to be one that could set the tone the rest of the way in the EOAC.  After it was all said and done United was able to escape with the 35-30 victory over Southern.

Behind a very emotional start the Indians were able to get out to an early 16-11 lead behind timely three point shooting and transition baskets.  The second period, plagued by multiple miscues by both teams, was one that saw both offenses struggle.  Each team traded baskets and turnovers which led Southern to take a  22-17 lead to the locker room.

The message at the half by United Coach Josh Sigler was clear ”Don’t panic, we are making a lot of self-inflicted mistakes with missed layups and foul shots.”  The coach knew the early part of the third period was going to be key “ I told them if we come out and throw the first punch and lock down our defense we would be ok.”

Taylor Cope heard that message loud and clear.  Cope took control of the game inside on her way to a 15 point / 8 rebound performance.  Cope’s basket with 4:43 to go in the third gave the Eagles their first lead of the game and never looked back.  United’s defense limited Southern to just 8 second half points and forced 25 turnovers on the night.

 United Senior Colby Burton led the Eagle attack on the boards with a team high 9 rebounds.  Grace Knight contributed a solid game for the victors with 6 points / 7 rebounds / 3 steals. Ashley Shroades led Southern with 12 points / 12 rebounds in a losing effort.  Coach Sigler after the game ”We just played two undefeated league opponents on the road and did what we had to do.  We will enjoy the win, but tomorrow we have to get better and prepare for Wellsville.”

 United (3-1, 2-0) looks to keep their season going in the right direction Thursday night welcoming Wellsville to Hanoverton.

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler

 

BRUNGARD BRINGS HOME ALL-STATE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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COLUMBUS, OH- The Toast of the Town for the last four years in the Mahoning Valley is now officially the premier athlete in the Buckeye State.  Springfield’s Beau Brungard has been selected as the Division VI All-Ohio Offensive Player of the Year in addition to his first-team selection on Monday.

Brungard completed 70% of his passes (116/166) for 1779 yards while striking paydirt 22 times through the air, and only throwing three interceptions the entire season.  Beau also was a tank on the ground, rushing 147 times for 1754 yards and 32 touchdowns in 2021.

Defensively, Brungard had 72 tackles and four interceptions and a fumble recovery for the Tigers as well.

Joining Brungard in the honors of becoming First-Team All-State is teammate Lucas Datillo on the offensive line, Marshall Yelkin on the defensive line, and Aaron Groner at linebacker.

Third-Team All-Ohioan’s were highlighted by Springfield’s Bo Snyder.

LaBrae’s Aiden Stephens joins the first-teamers as a defensive back as well, Tre’Von Drake made it on Third-Team, while teammates Devin Carter, Noah Pettry, Adam Pettry, and Nathan Hemberger gain an honorable mention spot.

Western Reserve’s standout David Altiere scored an honorable mention, along with Springfield’s Seandelle Gardner and Zeek Worsencroft, United’s Dallas McCracken, as well as Brookfield’s Connor Heater, and AJ Bartolin.

UNITED SNEAKS AWAY WITH WIN OVER TIGERS

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HANOVERTON OH- Friday night’s EOAC matchup between United and Wellsville is one that most pundits would pick the Tigers to win. Wellsville has been a mainstay near the top of the conference for years. The Eagles had other plans though, as they put together a solid team effort to shock the Tigers 58-52.

Parker Berdine led the Eagles with 15 points on the night. Steffen Jarrett was right on his coattails putting a strong 14 points into the stat sheet. Ward Kiko added 9 points for the Eagles as well.

The Tigers were paced by Jaxson Brewster who scored a game-high 18 points. Isaiah Greathouse contributed 17 points as well for the Tigers. Gavin Kountz put it 9 points to the Tigers cause.

United will return to action Tuesday as they host Crestview. Wellsville will try to bounce back Friday against Southern at home.

EAGLES MAKE STATEMENT INSIDE EOAC

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HANOVERTON OH- Heading into Thursday night’s matchup was one where many were discussing how this may be an early season preview of who may among the best teams in the EOAC.  United quickly answered the question defeating Leetonia 58-23.

Behind a very aggressive pressure defense the Eagles were able to create multiple scoring opportunities off Bears turnovers racing out to a commanding 19-7 first quarter lead.  Head Coach Josh Sigler on his team’s early success “We want to be a high tempo team, so it was important for us to get out to a fast start to establish that.”  That fast start showed no indication of slowing down as United extended their lead to 38-13 at the half.

“We talked as a team about dictating the game at both ends of the floor.” Sigler added.  Madison Kibler led the charge on the offensive end for the Eagles tallying 16 points on the night.

Taylor Cope 12 points and Colby Burton 6 points / 6 rebounds   contributed mightily inside the paint for the victors.  United also received contributions from Grace Knight with 8 points / 7 rebounds.

The second half was more of the same for United, which saw their defense clamp down limiting Leetonia to 10 second half points.  The aggressive defense of the Eagles led to 24 turnovers by the Bears on the night.

Leetonia was led by standout junior guard  Ella Gregorino with 13 points and McKendra Cope with 7 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams return to action Monday with EOAC opponents.   Leetonia (3-1) entertains East Palestine, while United (2-1) heads to Salineville to face undefeated (5-0) Southern Local.

 

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler

LIONS OFFENSE CONTINUES ITS ROLL

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HANOVERTON OH- Fresh off a successful opening weekend, the Heartland Christian Lions basketball team visited United on Tuesday night looking keep their early momentum.  The visiting Lions took that momentum and ran with it early and often en route to a 80-58 victory.

The home standing Eagles gave the Lions all they could handle behind in a very entertaining first period with the Lions holding a 23-21 lead.  Limiting United to only 9 second quarter points the Lions were able to extend their lead to 39-30 at the break. The halftime break was the wakeup call Hearland’s offense needed.  Enter standout guard Jonathan Bertovich.  Fresh off a career weekend, Bertovich backed up his opening weekend performance tallying 28 points, 6 assists, & 9 steals.

Head coach Josh Scott knows a lot of attention is paid to Bertovich but really likes what he has around him “Our team around Jonathan is very good and deserves a lot of attention.”  It is that team around him that showed up as well.  Stephen Barnes added 16 points & 6 rebs in a supporting role for the Lions. Off the bench Jake Walker tallied 9 for the victors.  Heartland as a team tallied 11 three point field goals on the night.

That performance was is one Coach Scott appreciates “Our kids work extremely hard on offense in practice.  I’m happy to see it pay off for them on game night.”   United tried to hang with the talented Lions squad in the second half but were limited to just 4 fourth quarter points.

The Eagles were led by Steffen Jarrett who poured in 23 points in defeat.  Grant Knight and Ward Kiko added 12 and 11 respectively for United.  Both teams will be back in action on Friday.

Up next for Heartland (3-0) is a home date with Leetonia.  United (0-1) will welcome Wellsville to town.

 

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler

UNITED SECURES FIRST WIN

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HANOVERTON OH- The message from the coaching staff heading into Monday Night’s home opener was rebound. Message received as United rebounded following their first loss of the season a week ago with a 45-33 victory over St Thomas Aquinas.

The Eagles and Knights traded baskets early and often in the first quarter before United was able to build a 13-9  lead.  Aquinas, led by Jo Smith 10 pts / 5 rebs, challenged the Eagles with numerous second chance points to keep the game close early on in the second period.  Using their pressure defense United was able to reel off 6 straight points just before the half extending their lead to 30-19.

 

Coach Josh Sigler challenged his team during the intermission “My message to them was we have to rebound.  No more second chances, everyone needs to get involved and be more physical.” The Eagles took that message to the court in the second half limiting the Knights abilities on the offensive glass. Behind Taylor Cope’s team high 12 rebs and Colby Burton’s 7 rebs the duo shut down any chances of the Knights comeback chances.   Only able to muster 15 second half points it was the Eagles defense that took control of the game.

 

Sophomore point guard Addyson Blazer led the way for the Eagles with 10 pts / 6 stls.  Madison Kibler’s 10 pts / 7 rebs also help secure the first win for United.  Coach Sigler on their first win of the season “ It always feels great to get that first win, now comes the hard part of sustaining it for the season”  The young United (1-1) squad will return to action Thursday as they travel to Leetonia

 

*Contributed By YSN’s Chris Sigler

BLUE JAYS HOLD OFF UNITED

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NORTH JACKSON OH- It was opening night in Jackson Milton as two teams with aspirations of winning their league locked horns. The Blue Jays built a big lead early, but had to hold off United through the final stretch of the game. The Blue Jays came away with a 49-44 win.

Kylie Wilson put her mask on game one by leading her team with a game-high 21 points. She hit five threes on the night. She was one of three Blue Jays in double figures. Ava Darney contributed 12 points, and Carla Blancafort added 10 points to the cause.

United was led by Madison Kibler who finished with 16 points. Taylor Cope was also in double figures for the Eagles with 10 points.

Jackson Milton will continue the season Monday at Heartland Christian. United will also wait until Monday to get back to action as they host St. Thomas Aquinas.

 

Postgame Interview With Pat Keney:

 

Interview With Kylie Wilson:

 

 

UNITED GIRLS BASKETBALL.COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOSH SIGLER

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HANOVERTON OH- United girls basketball took a lot of people off guard last season. The young scrappy Eagles team flew high to a successful season becoming a serious contender in the EOAC. Now, that young team has grown up a little bit. The Eagles return nearly everyone from last year’s roster, and are strapped up for a great season. They have also put together a massive non conference schedule to sharpen their teeth along the way.

United head coach Josh Sigler took the time to come on to Running Point this week to give us a little preview of United’s season. He talked to Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about all his returning leaders, returning United to its former glory, and much more. Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Josh Sigler is live.

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