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RYAN REELS IN MVP

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WARREN OH- The YSN basketball season was one to remember—packed gyms, clutch shots, upsets, and nonstop action across the board. Talent was everywhere, from underclassmen stepping up to seasoned vets putting teams on their backs. But one name just kept showing up in the spotlight: Warren JFK’s Nick Ryan. Game after game, the kid balled out—and now, he’s your YSN Boys Basketball Most Valuable Player.

Nick was a stat-sheet monster all season long. He averaged 26.5 points and 11.8 boards a night, pairing that with 2.5 assists and 2.8 steals. Efficiency? He shot 59% from the field, hit 40% from deep, and knocked down 79% of his free throws. Just a complete all-around threat who made it look easy while putting in the work behind the scenes.

YSN gives a big-time shoutout to Nick and the entire Warren JFK crew on an incredible run this season. The Eagles were a tough out all year, and Nick was the heartbeat of it all. MVP status well earned.

RHODES RUNS AWAY WITH MVP

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COLUMBIANA OH- It was a loaded year across the YSN hoops scene—packed gyms, buzzer beaters, breakout stars, and playoff thrillers from start to finish. The talent was deep, the competition fierce, and the highlight reel never stopped growing. But one name kept rising above the rest: Addison Rhodes. The Crestview standout dominated the headlines all winter long, and now she takes home the biggest prize—YSN’s Girls Basketball Most Valuable Player.

Rhodes was an absolute problem for opponents night in and night out. She poured in 26.1 points per game, grabbed 7.4 boards, dished out 3.2 assists, and swiped 3.8 steals. She buried 81 threes and finished the season with a jaw-dropping 652 total points. Whether it was pulling up from deep, slashing to the rim, or locking down on defense, she did it all.

YSN tips its cap to Addison and the entire Crestview program for an incredible run this season. The Rebels were must-watch every time they hit the floor, and Rhodes was at the heart of it all. A well-earned honor for one of the best to do it this year.

COVETTA COMES OUT AS CO-OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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JEFFERSON OH- Jefferson’s Anthony Covetta lit up the scoreboard all season long, and now he’s got the hardware to show for it. Covetta has been named YSN’s Co-Offensive Player of the Year—an honor that barely scratches the surface of what he did on the hardwood this year.

Let’s call it what it is: Covetta is the best pure scorer Jefferson has ever had. No debate. This season, he shattered the program’s all-time scoring record, crossing the 1,700-point mark for his career. He dropped buckets from everywhere—off the bounce, from deep, through contact—and made it look effortless. Opposing defenses threw everything at him, and it didn’t matter. He still got his.

YSN tips the cap to Covetta and the Jefferson crew for an electric season. We’re proud to recognize him as Co-Offensive Player of the Year. The kid’s a walking bucket, and he earned every bit of it.

ROHAN RISES UP FOR CO-OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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CANFIELD OH- When it came to putting the ball in the bucket this season, few did it better than South Range’s Luke Rohan. The senior sharpshooter was named the 2025 YSN Co-Offensive Player of the Year—and it’s no mystery why.

Across the YSN network, there were plenty of big-time scorers, but Rohan had that extra gear. Whether it was pulling up from deep, slashing through traffic, or knocking down tough shots off the bounce, Luke had a bag full of ways to torch defenses. He wasn’t just a shooter—he was a walking bucket from anywhere on the court.

Rohan closed the year averaging 20.1 points per game, dishing out 3.2 assists, and shooting a clean 45% from the field. He hit at a 34% clip from three and buried 71 triples on the season. No matter the defense or the moment, Luke had the green light—and more often than not, he cashed in.

YSN tips the cap to Luke and the South Range squad on an awesome season. Next stop: Westminster College, where he’ll keep getting buckets at the next level.

BAKER COOKS UP CO-OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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BEAVER PA- At the end of the day, hoops is about one thing—putting the rock in the bucket. And across the YSN scene this season, there were plenty of girls who could fill it up. But one scorer rose above the rest: Beaver’s own Annsley Baker. Smooth, consistent, and flat-out tough to guard, Baker earns the nod as YSN Co-Offensive Player of the Year.

She was the engine that kept Beaver rolling all year. Baker poured in 20 points a night, pulled down 7.4 boards, and dished out 2 assists per game—all while shooting a blistering 46% from the floor. Every one of those stats led the team. She could score from anywhere, rebound like a forward, and make the extra pass when needed. Just a complete bucket-getter.

YSN gives a big shoutout to Annsley and Beaver on an awesome season. And the scary part? She’s just getting started. Expect even bigger things next year as she steps into an upperclassman role.

HULETT HAILS AS CO-OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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MINERAL RIDGE OH- Basketball’s a simple game when you boil it down—get buckets. And across the YSN network this season, there was no shortage of girls who could light it up. But when it came to pure scoring, no one did it quite like Mineral Ridge’s Ava Hulett. Night after night, she showed out, and now she’s being recognized for it—named YSN Co-Offensive Player of the Year.

Hulett was a walking double-double all season long. She dropped 18.2 points per game while pulling down 10.3 boards. What really stood out? Nearly half of those rebounds—4.8 per game—came off the offensive glass. That’s effort, that’s grit, and that’s second-chance buckets. She also led the Rams in shooting percentage, hitting 44% from the floor. With Hulett leading the way, Ridge didn’t just win—they steamrolled through the MVAC, going undefeated in conference play.

YSN tips its cap to Ava Hulett and the Rams on a dominant year. And don’t blink—Hulett’s not done yet. She’s gearing up for a big spring on the track, with her eyes locked on a state title. Stay tuned.

GROSS GRABS CO-DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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LOUISVILLE OH-  You can’t always count on shots falling—but you can count on defense showing up. It doesn’t slump, it doesn’t need rhythm. Louisville rode that mindset all season long, leaning into a defense-first identity that helped them claw all the way to a state title. At the heart of it all? Brayden Gross, the rim protector who turned the paint into a no-fly zone.

Gross was a problem for anyone thinking about driving the lane. He racked up 25 blocks on the year, grabbed 115 defensive boards, and swiped 23 steals—numbers that tell the story, but still don’t fully show the impact he had on every possession. Whether it was cleaning up the glass or sending shots into the seats, Gross made sure opponents earned everything.

YSN is proud to name Brayden Gross as Co-Defensive Player of the Year, a well-earned honor after anchoring a championship defense. Big congrats to Brayden and the entire Louisville squad on bringing home the hardware. Gross isn’t done yet either—he’ll be suiting up in the YSN All Star Game and taking flight in the Dunk Contest. The show kicks off March 22nd in Boardman with the girls game at 5:00, followed by the skills comp, then the boys game to close it out. Don’t miss it.

WEAVER WEARS THE BADGE OF CO-DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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CANFIELD OH- If you want to win ballgames deep into March, you better be able to get stops. Offense might catch fire or go ice cold, but defense? Defense travels. Canfield spent the whole season hanging their hat on the defensive end, and no one embodied that more than Ben Weaver. He was the tone-setter, the guy who made life miserable for whoever drew the short straw of being guarded by him.

Weaver was a huge piece of the puzzle for a Canfield defense that straight-up clamped teams all year. The Cards only gave up 45.5 points per game—just smothered opponents night in and night out. Ben wasn’t just part of the scheme—he was the scheme. His energy, instincts, and ability to shut down scorers gave Canfield a shot in every game they played.

YSN gave Ben his flowers, naming him Co-Defensive Player of the Year—and it’s well deserved. Props to Ben and the entire Canfield crew for a gritty, hard-nosed season. YSN’s proud to recognize one of the area’s toughest defenders, and wishes him luck in everything he has in store for the future.

BROWN BRINGS HOME CO-DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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YOUNGSTOWN OH- Buckets get the headlines, but defense sets the tone. It’s the gritty, thankless work that doesn’t always light up the scoreboard but wins games when it counts. Alyssa Brown? She’s the full package. Sure, her offense turned heads all season, but what really rounded out her game was her defense. She didn’t just play both ends—she owned both ends.

Alyssa was a menace on the floor. She averaged 4.7 defensive boards a night, pulling down 108 total on the year. Add in 3.7 steals per game—82 swipes total—and you’ve got someone who lived in passing lanes and wasn’t afraid to scrap for every loose ball. She played with an edge, a motor that never let up, and gave opposing guards nightmares.

YSN showed love, naming Alyssa Brown their Co-Defensive Player of the Year. It’s a big-time nod for a player who left her fingerprints all over Chaney’s season. Props to Alyssa and the Cowgirls for putting together a run to remember.

FLEMING FLEECES YSN CO-DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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CANFIELD OH- Scoring grabs the headlines, but defense wins games. It’s not flashy, it doesn’t always show up on highlight reels, but it’s the heartbeat of any squad that wants to make real noise. Locking people up, taking away passing lanes, and making life miserable for opponents—that’s the kind of grit that doesn’t always get the love it deserves. But this time, it did.

Canfield’s defense was a full-on nightmare for opponents all season, and leading that charge? Carly Fleming. She was the tip of the spear in Canfield’s press, living in the other team’s back pocket. Fleming racked up a clean 100 steals on the year, averaging four takeaways a night. That kind of motor and awareness doesn’t just show up—she earned it. And she did it without getting herself in foul trouble, which meant she was out there late in games, still making things happen when others were gassed or benched. Her ability to stay disciplined while causing chaos is why she stood out.

YSN gave Carly her flowers, naming her Co-Defensive Player of the Year, and it’s well-earned. She’s not done yet either—Fleming’s suiting up one more time this season in the YSN All Star Game on March 22nd at Boardman High School. Tip-off for the girls game is set for 5:00. Come see one of the best defenders in the area do what she does best—lock down.