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EDISON VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH LEAH EFT

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RICHMOND OH- Edison is a hidden gym in the small town of Richmond. The Wildcats have a strong core of high character athletes highlighting their volleyball program. They may play in a tough conference, but there’s no reason to think the Wildcats can’t be competitive this season. They have been brought together by adversity, and the bond they’ve built is unbreakable. After taking time away from coaching to build a family, Leah Eft has stepped back in to take the helm of the Wildcats program.

Coach Eft took the time to be on YSN’s Running Point this week to give us a solid preview of the Wildcats season.  She talks with Anthony Hartwig, and Ty Bartell about coming back to coaching, what makes Edison special, and much more. Sharpen your teeth with Episode 1 of Coach’s Corner with Leah Eft.

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ZULLO LEADS WILDCATS TO WIN WITH RECORD BREAKING ROUND

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WEST LAFAYETTE OH- The Edison girls golf team defeated Ridgewood at Rivergreens Golf Course in an 18 hole match. Nicole Zullo was the medalist for the match shooting an 87. Nicole’s score of 40 on the front takes the 9 hole record school record, and the total score of 87 broke the 18 hole scoring record.

Zoe Shell was the next score for the team with a 96. Ayden Christianson was third on the team with a 106 and Katie Phillips carded a 109. The girls golf team currently has a record of 4-1 in matches this season.

*Contributed By Kodi Peterson at EdisonWildcatsHigh.com

STRUTHERS SHINES BRIGHT

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STRUTHERS OH- it’s been three seasons since the struthers wildcats finished with a winning record, this season they look to change that, and what a better way to do that than with a big victory against St Thomas Aquinas of Louisville 49-6.  

 

Quarterback Jason Dukes was out with an ankle injury he sustained in the scrimmage against West Branch.  Najier Howard was three for three for 99 yards and two touchdowns in the first half.  All four running backs scored a touchdown, one later on in the game with Anthony Carter for a three-yard touchdown and Tyler Sanchez with a touchdown too as he rushed for 74 yards in the first half and Devin “Bam Bam” Braham. Najier Howard got the first points as well with a 14-yard score. 

 

Star player Alec Grzyb had two targets in the first half for 81 yards and two touchdowns.  He also had interceptions on defense along with Nico Farina.  

 

Owen Burick in the first half was four of 14 for 20 yards for Aquinas.  Luke Gordon, Julian Randle and Carl Bonner got some playing time as well. Aquinas got their first score late but it wasn’t enough to comeback.  

 

After the game, YSNs Ian O’Brien caught up with coach John Bayuk about the big first win of the season: 

 

Struthers (1-0) will host Geneva.  Aquinas (0-1) will play host Smithville. 



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Postgame Interview With John Bayuk:



THE SPARTANS ARE STAYING STRONG

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BOARDMAN OH- The lady Spartans played an 18 hole match on Mill Creek’s South Course yesterday beating Edison 390-416. Junior Sophia Rivera shot the low score of 85 to catapult the Spartans to a victory. Senior Kate Pendleton came in second for the Spartans with a 99. Senior Emily Choleva shot 100 and Junior Haily Rusnak shot 106.

 

*Contributed By Lee Christman at boardmanathletics.org

STRUTHERS FOOTBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP 1) WITH JOHN BAYUK

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STRUTHERS OH- As the calendar continues to flip its pages, we get closer and closer to football season. Inside the NE8 a dark horse looms in the Struthers Wildcats.  A young team last year that is coming into the season with tons of experience. They’ll look to make waves this season as they open their skate on Friday, August 19th vs St Thomas Aquinas.

Head Coach John Bayuk once again returns to lead the Wildcats. His love for the community, and school system keeps him coming back.  He stopped by YSN’s Running Point to help us preview the Struthers season.  He talked to Anthony Hartwig about his returning leaders, what makes Struthers special, and much more. Don’t miss out on this first look at Wildcats football exclusively on YSN.

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MILEENA’S WORTH A MILLION

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STRUTHERS OH- The position of catcher is a hard one to step into at the varsity level even with experience. Now imagine coming into your freshman season and being told you’ll be the varsity catcher. That’s the situation Mileena Williams found herself in for Struthers. But the newcomer took the role in stride and has dazzled all season long.

Williams came into the year nervous about how she would gel with the Wildcats varsity team. She quickly discovered that the atmosphere of the program was nothing to fear. She has become comfortable in her role so fast that she is now one of the statistical leaders of the team. She has been a pleasant surprise for the entire Struthers coaching staff. She’s got plenty of time to keep progressing behind the dish, which should scare all of the Wildcats future opponents.

Williams was able to spend some time with YSN’s Running Point to talk about her experience this season. She talks with Anthony Hartwig and Ty Bartell about her expectations coming in, everything that she learned during the year, and so much more. Make sure to catch up with the Wildcats in the latest Struthers softball player profile.

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PEZZONE PRIMED FOR NEXT LEVEL

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STRUTHERS OH- Pitching talent is abundant in the area of northeast Ohio. Everywhere you look you can find a pitcher in the circle that is going to play at the next level. Next time you glance around, make sure to take an extra look in Struthers. Wildcats senior Nicolina Pezzone has steadily but surely become one of the better hurlers the area has to offer.

Pezzone has been the definition of a true leader this season. The team has definitely gone through its adversity this season. It’s been enough to make most players shut down in despair. The Wildcats could have very well fallen into that trap as well if it weren’t for the attitude and belief shown by Pezzone. Because of her determination and work ethic, the young Wildcats team was able to end the season with some real fight. They won a tournament game, and then gave Poland a heck of a fight before falling.

Pezzone has decided to continue her softball career at Charleston in West Virginia. She committed in November of 2020, so she has had two seasons without the stress of the recruiting process. It has made her a more focused leader on the field.

Nicolina was able to come on to YSN’s Running Point this week to talk about her final season in Struthers. She chats with Anthony Hartwig and Ty Bartell about her future endeavors, her positive  mindset, and so much more. Celebrate one of the best leaders Struthers has to offer in the latest player profile.

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POLAND BEATS OUT WILDCATS TO PUNCH TICKET

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POLAND OH- In tournament play, Poland Lady Bulldogs survived beating Struthers by a score of 5-1 and picking up their 19th win of the season and advanced past Sectionals.  Katie McDonald picked up her 19th win in the circle striking out 9 Wildcat batters.

Struthers jumped out to a 1-0 lead, scoring in the top of the second inning but Poland answered with 2 runs in the 4th inning and 2 runs in the 5th.  Emily Denney led Poland with 2 hits including a double and Sophia D’Angelo collected an RBI after her single.  Freshman Olivia Horn started the 5th with a double to left center.  A single by Denney, followed by a Struthers error plated two Bulldogs in the bottom half of the 5th.  Katie McDonald led off the bottom half of the 6th with a single and then scored on D’Angelo’s RBI single.
For Struthers, Emma Morris drove in a run and collected two hits.  Bella Slaina added the only other hit for Stuthers.  Nicolette Pezzone took the mound loss for the Wildcats.
Poland resumes action on Saturday against cross-town rival Mooney and advances to District Play on Tuesday against West Branch. First pitch is set for 5:00 at Jefferson
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HUBBARD COLLECTS ANOTHER CLOSE VICTORY

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HUBBARD OH-  Hubbard earned another close win on the season against Struthers by a final of 4-3

Struthers opened up scoring in the first inning. They scored two runs when Olindo Pezzone homered.

Hubbard pulled away for good with three runs in the third inning. In the third Johnny Reyes singled on a 2-2 count, scoring two runs.

Ian Wukelich was the winning pitcher for Hubbard. The righthander surrendered three runs on four hits over seven innings, striking out five.

Alec Grzyb took the loss for Struthers. Grzyb lasted six innings, allowing five hits and four runs while striking out 14.

Ryan Murray, Andrew Kali, Ben Wilcox, Reyes, and Gabe Rusnak each collected one hit to lead the Eagles. Hubbard didn’t commit a single error in the field. Reyes had the most chances in the field with seven.

Struthers was sure-handed and didn’t commit a single error. Chance Laczko made the most plays with 15.

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Postgame Interview With Aiden Ealy:

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LOUISVILLE HOLDS OFF THE WILDCATS

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LOUISVILLE OH- Louisville is trying its best to gain as much momentum as possible before they head to tournaments. Their offense kept rolling on Thursday night with an impressive 7-6 victory over Mogadore.

Stevie Barrett was one of the highlights of the Leopards offense going 2-3 with a run scored, and 2 RBI. Brooke Haren went 1-3 with 2 RBI. Matti Benson mirrored Haren’s stats going 1-3 as well with 2 RBI. Kenzie Denzer went 2-3 on the day with a run scored.

Katie Heath, and Kendra Thomas split time in the circle. Heath took the bulk of the work throwing 4.2 IP and giving up 1 earned run on 3 hits and striking out a pair.

Louisville is scheduled to square off with Steubenville on Friday at 5:00 weather pending.