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URSULINE IRISH FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 4) WITH DAN REARDON

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* Contributed by Anthony Romo

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Every team will look good when winning, but you learn the most about what a team is truly built for when facing adversity. The Ursuline Irish could have easily waved the white flag last Friday night at Stambaugh Stadium as the Austintown Fitch lead blossomed to 42-7 after a 55-yard touchdown run with just under three minutes remaining in the third quarter. But that wouldn’t be the Ursuline way. The Irish were able to spark some momentum offensively, and after 27 unanswered fourth-quarter points, Ursuline found themselves trailing 42-34, with just under one minute remaining in the game, with an onside kick pending. Unfortunately for the Irish, Fitch would recover the onside kick and their comeback hopes would fall just short, as the Falcons would take two kneel-downs and escape with the victory in a battle of two of the area’s top programs.

There was a lot to be learned though from Ursuline’s effort on Friday night, as the Irish showed just how resilient of a bunch they are, and that there is a lot to look forward to as the season progresses. Head Coach Dan Reardon sat down with YSN’s Anthony Romo and Steve Leslie to discuss last week’s crazy game, what to look forward to in this week’s matchup with the Warren G. Harding Raiders, and much more in this week Coaches Corner brought to you by the Golden Dawn.

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FITCH HOLDS OFF IRISH RALLY

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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio- In a battle of two of the area’s premier programs, Ursuline and Austintown Fitch took center stage at Stambaugh Stadium. Ursuline came in off a thrilling 40-38 victory over Farrell (PA) last Saturday night, and Fitch came in off an impressive 48-18 victory over Glenoak.

After forcing the Irish to turn the ball over on downs on their first possession, it was all Fitch. The Falcons forced three first-half turnovers, including an 86-yard fumble recovery touchdown by DJ Williams. A rushing touchdown by Williams as well as two touchdowns from DeShawn Vaughn Jr. to Jayden Eley gave Fitch a 28-0 lead heading into halftime.

The second half was time for Ursuline to try to get the ball into the endzone after multiple possessions in the first half that were pushed into Fitch territory but came out with zero points. An 84-yard pick-six from Iowa State commit Cam Smith made it 35-0 and put the running clock into effect after Ursuline’s first drive of the third quarter. That was when Ursuline started to get the offense rolling. The Irish answered quickly with a TD pass from Jack Ericson to DC Ferrell, eliminating the running clock, and even though the Falcons would score another touchdown to put it back into effect on their next possession, Ursuline was finally finding their rhythm. The Irish went into the fourth quarter down 42-14 but would put up 27 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to pull off the incredible comeback. The attempt came up just short though, as Fitch would recover Ursuline onside kick attempt in the final minute to hang on for a 42-34 victory.

The rushing attacks for both teams impressed mightily tonight, as Christian Lynch had another night with more than 200 yards for Ursuline, and the duo of Jamell James and Dj Williams combined for 240 yards on the ground, each tallying a touchdown on the night.

*Contributed By YSN’s Anthony Romo

URSULINE IRISH FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 3) WITH DAN REARDON

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* Contributed by Anthony Romo *

YOUNGSTOWN, OH – Coming off an electric 40-38 victory across the border against the Farrell Steelers, the Ursuline Irish will. step toe-to-toe with another very tough opponent, the Austintown Fitch Falcons. Reardon’s squad comes into this week’s matchup firing on all cylinders offensively, scoring at least 40 points in each of their first three contests. Ursuline relied heavily on the rushing attack a week ago, totaling over 300 yards on the ground.

In this week’s coaches corner, Coach Reardon talks about the heroics of last week’s matchup, as well as what to look forward to for this week’s star-studded matchup with one of the best teams in Northeast Ohio.

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MANNING’S MOMENT

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* Contributed by Anthony Romo *

YOUNGSTOWN, OH – Marc Manning has been a huge part of the success of the Ursuline Irish program during their quest to get back to the top of High School Football here in Northeast Ohio. After last year’s heartbreak in the state championship game, Manning made it a goal to help lead the Irish in the weight room and everything off-the-field, in hopes of getting over the hump this year. Alongside his Senior teammates, Ursuline has been on a crash course during the first few weeks, taking down some very quality football teams.

In this week’s Player Profile, Manning talks about last week’s gritty victory, what to look forward to this week, and more!

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FEELING THE BURN!

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* Contributed by Anthony Romo *

YOUNGSTOWN, OH – Will Burney has been a focal point of Ursuline’s offense during his entire high school career. The Senior wideout has stepped into a fairly new role this year, being a leader. Burney has combined his on-the-field talent with his leadership abilities off the field as he tries to continue the Irish tradition. Will, aside his teammates, march into a very valuable matchup this week with the Austintown Fitch Falcons, who like Ursuline, are undefeated through their first three weeks of play. In this week’s Player Profile, Will talks about the brotherhood that has been formed at Ursuline, what it’s been like so far during his Senior season, and much more!

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CHEER’S TIME TO SHINE!

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YOUNGSTOWN, OH – Ursuline Irish athletics have had a long tradition of great teams that take the field or floor for the green and gold, but none of them have as much excitement and energy as the cheer squad which is led by eight seniors this year! This week, Marissa Clegg and Francesca Sammartino were able to join Steve Leslie at the Golden Dawn in Youngstown. Steve was able to dive into the history of the cheer team, talk about what it means to be an Irish cheerleader, what the ladies plan on doing after graduation from Ursuline, and a rapid-fire questionnaire with Marissa and Francesca to learn about what makes them the cheerleaders and people they are today!

All that and so much more in this very special edition of an Ursuline Irish cheerleading player profile with seniors, Marissa Clegg and Francesca Sammartino!

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LYNCH AND THE IRISH PUT ON A SHOW

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FARRELL PA- It was a hyped up showdown between two powerhouses from two different states on Saturday night. Ursuline made the short trip over the border to Farrell to test their skills.  The game absolutely lived up to the billing as the two teams traded blows all the way to a 40-38 Ursuline win.

Christian Lynch was an unstoppable force for the Irish he ran for 269 yards and scored 3 touchdowns. Jack Ericson went 9/17 with 79 yards and a touchdown through the air.  Ursuline out gained Farrell 434-323.  The game clinching touchdown run for Ursuline came from Ty’req Donlow from 8 yards out.

Ursuline is now 3-0 and will try to keep it going in Week 4 as they host Austintown Fitch who also is 3-0 on the season.

MOONEY KEEPS ON WINNING

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Mooney improved to 4-2 and 3-0 in conference play as they took down Ursuline on the road Thursday night in 4 sets. The set scores were 25-17, 19-25, 25-23, 25-23.

Stats:
Maria Fire: 12 kills, 9 blocks, and 2 aces.

Amarra Anderson 11 kill

Marissa Bowman 8 kills, 14 digs

Addison Stacy 31 assists 13 digs

Jaida Lane and Maria Pecchia 4 blocks

Abby Mitchell 13 digs

Katie Frommelt 5 aces.

Mooney is off until next Thursday when they host Howland at home 5:30 and 7pm.

 

*Contributed By Toni Chahine.

IRISH GLIDE THROUGH PADUA

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- The Ursuline Fighting Irish played host to Parma Padua Bruins. Ursuline got on the scoreboard early and didn’t stop. Scoring 5 rushing touchdowns in the game by 2 different players highlighted by Running Back Christian Lynch. On the defensive side, the Irish intercepted 4 passes to control the game. Ursuline beats Padua 51-6 in a dominant performance.

Ursuline scored within the first minute after a 20 yard touchdown run by Lynch and a successful 2 point conversion made the game 8-0. On the Irish’s first defensive stand, Defensive Lineman Isaac Lucas would intercept a pass after a tipped pass landed into his palms where he ran into the endzone to extend the Irish lead. Lynch would score with 5 minutes left in the first quarter with an 8 yard touchdown run making the Ursuline lead to 21 points. The Bruins would finally get on the board after a pass coverage breakdown led to a 65 yard touchdown pass to Padua Wide Receiver Karon Thomas by Quarterback Tyler Tusai making the game 21-6. The Irish would control the rest of the game. Scoring two more rushing touchdowns (Lynch, Running Back Ty’Req Donlow) before heading to halftime. Irish lead at halftime 35-6

The Second half capped off a big night for Christian Lynch. Scoring his 4th touchdown of the game with a one yard touchdown rush into the endzone. Ursuline wins 51-6. Ursuline (2-0) will travel to Ferrell (PA) next week in the High School Football season. Catch the game on YSNLIVE.com.

*Contributed By YSN’s Anthony Melone.

URSULINE IRISH FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 1) WITH DAN REARDON

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* CONTRIBUTED BY ANTHONY ROMO

YOUNGSTOWN, OH – The Ursuline Irish started the year off on a very good note in Week 1, defeating the Brookfield Warriors 52-14 in a highly anticipated matchup at Stambaugh Stadium. There were many new faces that stood out for a team that lost some of the most decorated athletes in program history after last year’s Division IV State Championship Game loss, a game in which Head Coach Dan Reardon stresses does too much overshadowing on a season in which the Irish did so much to return to the state title game for the first time since 2010.

Though Ursuline showed a lot of fans around the valley just what they could be capable of, they face a tough test in Week 2 as they will welcome Parma Padua Franciscan to Youngstown on Friday night. Coach Reardon discussed some of the threats that Padua brings to the field, as well as some of the things that the Irish will have to improve on heading into Friday night’s showdown.

All that and so much more in this week’s episode of Ursuline Irish football coach’s corner with head coach, Dan Reardon!