BELOIT OH- West Branch soared into the holiday season with a resounding 58-39 victory against Fairless, showcasing their strength on the basketball court.
Cooper Anderson led the charge for West Branch, pouring in an impressive 20 points. Jaxon Robb contributed 12 points, while Gavin Gregory and Camden Lane added 10 and 9 points, respectively, demonstrating the team’s well-distributed offensive firepower.
The win propels West Branch to a 5-1 record, setting a positive tone as they head into the holiday break. Fans can anticipate an exciting matchup on December 27th as West Branch returns to action at home against the Academy of Urban Scholars, where the team aims to build upon their recent success and continue their winning streak. The cohesive performance against Fairless highlights West Branch’s potential and resilience on the basketball court.
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YOUNGSTOWN OH- On a lighter day of high school basketball, the network streamed a handful of both boys and girls basketball games throughout Wednesday, starting in the afternoon and concluding in the evening. One of the intriguing matchups on the girls side was a bout between a couple green machines in The Ursuline Fighting Irish and The West Branch Warriors. After the first YSN power rankings were released, The Warriors found themselves ranked #2 and The Irish ranked #23, with the holidays around the corner, both Power 25 squads wanted a win for Christmas!
The Warriors came out of the gates red hot, with Livvie Showalter and Chloe Dennison putting up buckets for West Branch. Ursuline found a few shots from distance in an attempt to keep pace with The Warriors, but West Branch still managed a 21-12 lead after the first quarter. The Irish would battle back in the second, starting first and foremost on the defensive end with West Branch’s Sophie Gregory in foul trouble. The Irish would hold The Warriors to just 4 points in the second, with Ursuline winning the quarter 14-4 to take a halftime lead of 26-25!
The Irish started to extend the lead in the third quarter until West Branch managed a 17-0 run to flip the script once again! Livvie Showlater exploded for an 8 point burst during the run as The Warriors found themselves on top 44-35 after three. Keeping their foot on the gas, West Branch kept sprinting their way to a victory, putting the finishing touches on a win with a 13-7 fourth quarter for a final score of 57-42!
Player of the Game honors went to both Livvie Showalter and Sophie Gregory, as Showalter finished with 20 points and was the driving force in the game clinching run. WHile Gregory was active in multiple areas of the game, once again, finishing with 15 points in the win. Chloe Dennison also had a nice night for The Warriors as she had 12 points with three shots finding the mark from distance. On the other side, Ursuline was led by Both Lily Scott and Carly Casey who both finished with 15 points, followed by Kennedy Carpenter who had 7 points.
#2 West Branch (8-0) will now stay on the road, traveling to Columbiana County in a bout against #24 East Liverpool (4-4) on Saturday, December 23rd with an 11:30 a.m. tip-off. While #23 Ursuline (3-5) will be in-action next on Thursday, December 28th when they go on the road to battle South Range (1-5) as a part of The South Range Holiday Hoops Classic on YSN! Keep updated with both Warriors and Irish basketball this season with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN!
History was made Tuesday night as three Lady Warriors competed in West Branch’s first ever girls wrestling match at Northwest High School.
Junior Jocelyn Brink, sophomore Trista Swanson, and freshman Brooklyn Stoufer competed as representatives of the West Branch girls wrestling team which is a first for West Branch High School. The three girls took on opponents from Northwest High School.
Congratulations to all three girls for making West Branch History!
*Contributed By Ryan Wolf at wbathletics.org
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West Branch’s formidable defense continued to shine in a highly anticipated matchup against Louisville on Saturday. The Warriors, known for their defensive prowess, maintained their trend of allowing less than 30 points per game, securing a 41-28 victory over the Leopards.
Audrey Eaton led the scoring charge for West Branch with 10 points, supported by Chloe Dennison and Mikayln Woods, each contributing 7 points. Livvie Showalter added 6 points to the scoreboard, while Ellie Tucker and Carter Shepard stood out for their exceptional defensive efforts.
The collective defensive strength of West Branch played a pivotal role in this win, showcasing their ability to stifle opponents. With this triumph, West Branch remains undefeated with a 7-0 record.
Looking ahead, the Warriors face another non-conference test on Wednesday as they hit the road to take on Ursuline, aiming to maintain their defensive dominance and extend their winning streak. The profiled matchup against Louisville adds another chapter to West Branch’s impressive season.
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BELOIT OH- In the world of high school sports, very few rivalries run as deep between two programs that encapsulate their communities like The West Branch Warriors and The Salem Quakers do! You know the rivalry means business when it’s not just one, but all sports under the programs banner share the same rival. In the recent chapters of Salem versus West Branch on the girls basketball side, it has been The Quakers who have drafted recent history. Winning the last four consecutive games against The Warriors, Salem was looking to carry the streak into the new season. Meanwhile, West Branch was looking for their first win against Salem since February 10th, 2021. With a storied rivalry that writes itself and a great crowd on hand in Beloit to witness the next chapter of Quakers and Warriors!
The opening quarter looked very similar to the recent installments between the two squads, with defense being the focal point as a low-scoring opening quarter ensued. With points at a premium, The Warriors managed to grab a 4 point lead at 11-7 after a quarter. Scoring did not pick up in the second quarter either, as both defenses forced plenty of turnovers both in the transition game and the half court, making offense difficult to set-up. West Branch managed to hold a slim advantage 19-18 at halftime, as it looked like a wild finish was going to be in the books for Beloit!
However, the second half was very unkind to The Quakers and The Warriors took full advantage!
Outsourcing Salem 30-5 in the second half of the game with a 16-3 third quarter and a 14-2 fourth quarter! The Warriors routed Salem in the second half to pick up their first win over The Quakers in almost three years with a 49-23 final!
Sophie Gregory was magic once again! A player of the Game performance for Gregory in which she scored 25 points with 11 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 blocks and 4 steals she more than made an impact in every facet of the game. Also a notable performance from Chloe Dennison who heated up in the second half scoring all 10 points on the night during crunch time while knocking down a pair of triples! Audrey Eaton also made contributions, nailing down a pair of threes as well and finishing with 6 points. Lauryn Barton was the leading scorer for Salem, finishing with 8 points followed by Rylee Hutton with 5 points.
West Branch (6-0)(5-0) now has firm control of the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) with a perfect record the first time through. The Warriors next contest will be a former conference foe when they host The Louisville Leopards (5-1) on Saturday, December 16th. For Salem (2-5)(1-4) they will now look ahead to Canfield (2-2) in a home bout with The Cards at The Cab, also on Saturday! Keep updated with all West Branch and Salem winter athletics with live games, scores, stats, stories and more on YSN!
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CARROLLTON OH- West Branch continued their season’s winning streak with an impressive performance on the road within EBC play against Carrollton. The Warriors once again showcased their dominance, securing a commanding 65-36 victory.
Sophie Gregory led the charge for West Branch, delivering an outstanding 26-point performance. Livvie Showalter contributed 12 points, while Chloe Dennison added 11 points to the Warriors’ decisive win.
Notably, West Branch’s formidable defense stifled Carrollton, holding them well below their season average of 60 points. The victory solidifies West Branch’s strong start to the season as they look forward to returning home to face Salem on Wednesday. The anticipation for the upcoming clash between the Warriors and the Quakers is sure to draw attention from fans, with the JV game kicking off at 5:30, followed by the varsity matchup.
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MINERVA OH- In the EBC opener for both teams, West Branch showcased their prowess on the road, securing a convincing 54-27 victory over Minerva on Friday night. The Warriors now boast a 2-1 record, while the Lions fall to 2-1.
Kasen Weaver led the charge for the Warriors with an impressive performance, tallying 11 points, including three successful three-pointers. Gavin Gregory mirrored Weaver’s 11 points and contributed seven rebounds to the team’s efforts. Cooper Anderson came close to a double-double, finishing the game with nine points and nine rebounds. Jeremiah Thomas added nine points, showcasing his skills with a three-pointer and three assists, while Jaxon Robb chipped in eight points and six rebounds.
Looking ahead, the Warriors are set to return home for their next challenge against Marlington at the West Branch Fieldhouse next Friday night.
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BELOIT OH- West Branch continued their undefeated run, advancing to 4-0 on the season and maintaining a perfect 3-0 record in the EBC with a decisive 53-30 victory over Alliance on Wednesday.
Sophie Gregory led the Warriors with a standout performance, contributing 18 points, with an impressive 14 points coming in the second half. Livvie Showalter added nine points to the winning effort, while Chloe Dennison showcased her shooting skills with eight points, including two successful three-pointers.
Looking ahead, West Branch is set to return to action on Saturday with a matchup at Carrollton. The JV game will kick off at Noon, followed by the varsity game.
CANFIELD OH- In a thrilling basketball showdown, South Range orchestrated a dramatic comeback against West Branch, securing a nail-biting victory with a final score of 51-50. The defining moment came when Landon Moore, with nerves of steel, stepped up to the free-throw line with a mere 3.3 seconds left in the game, propelling the Raiders into the lead and ultimately sealing the win.
South Range showcased a balanced offensive effort, led by Dylan Turvey with an impressive 19 points, while Moore contributed significantly with 16 points. Luke Rohan added 9 points to round out their scoring contributions.
West Branch fought fiercely in the contest, with Camden Lane leading their scoring efforts with 14 points. Cooper Anderson added 12 points, while Jaxon Robb and Gavin Gregory contributed 11 and 9 points, respectively.
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BELOIT OH- In a quest for redemption, West Branch took control on their home floor against Marlington, securing a decisive 51-21 victory. The Warriors, seeking payback after a season series sweep by Marlington the previous year, showcased their dominance throughout the game.
Livvie Showalter led West Branch’s scoring effort with 13 points and contributed 5 rebounds, setting the tone for the team’s strong performance. Chloe Dennison and Audrey Eaton each added 9 points, with Eaton making her impact felt from beyond the arc with three three-pointers. Sophia Gregory made her presence known with 6 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 blocks.
Marlington’s Chelsea Evanich posted 9 points, showcasing accuracy at the free-throw line by going 6/6, while Allie Gill contributed 5 points. Despite their efforts, Marlington faced a formidable West Branch squad determined to avenge their previous season’s losses.
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