SPORTS

Ashtabula, OH- In a challenging season opener, the St. John Heralds faced a tough defeat against the Crestview Red Devils, with a final score of 60-26. The Heralds showed resilience throughout the game but were unable to overcome Crestview’s early lead, trailing 23-8 at the end of the first quarter and 40-16 at halftime.

SALINEVILLE OH- Southern kicked off the new basketball season with an intense EOAC battle against Leetonia, securing a hard-fought victory with a final score of 67-65. Despite the Bears facing challenges in the league the previous season, they presented a formidable challenge for Southern, making the contest a closely contested affair.

NORTH JACKSON OH- On a basketball filled Saturday in Jackson Township at Jackson-Milton High School, the concluding game featured boys varsity basketball with The Jackson-Milton Blue Jays battling The Leetonia Bears. The Jays came off a win against The United Golden Eagles while Leetonia was coming off a heartbreaking loss against The Southern Indians.

COLUMBIANA OH- In a season-opening thriller, Lowellville set the tone with a captivating overtime victory on the road against Crestview, emerging triumphant with a final score of 48-45. The closely contested matchup saw the teams deadlocked at 38 at the end of regulation, intensifying the drama as they entered the extra period.

The Ohio Bobcats (5-2) aim to continue a three-game home winning streak when they host the Youngstown State Penguins (5-3) on December 6, 2023. On Saturday, in its most recent game, Ohio beat Delaware 74-73. With 21 points, Elmore James was its leading scorer. Youngstown State was victorious in its previous game against Robert Morris, 71-57, on Saturday. DJ Burns was its top scorer with 18 points.

LISBON, OH – In a high-scoring basketball showdown, the Lisbon Blue Devils triumphed over the Heartland Christian Lions with a final score of 74-61. The game was a rollercoaster of intensity, showcasing impressive performances from both teams. The first quarter saw Heartland Christian taking an early lead, with a score of 18-15. Jake Walker and Will Morgan led the Lions’ offensive charge, setting a competitive tone. However, Lisbon quickly regrouped and shifted the momentum in the second quarter.

LISBON, OH-In a consolation matchup at the Lisbon Tip-Off Tournament, the Salem Quakers showcased their resilience on the basketball court, securing a convincing 49-31 victory over the Western Reserve Blue Devils. Western Reserve would start off strong with an eight point lead heading into the second quarter. The real story...

LISBON, OH- In an intense matchup at the Lisbon Tipoff Tournament, the Heartland Christian Lions secured a hard-fought victory over the Salem Quakers with a final score of 70-61. Heartland’s scoring was well-distributed, with Collin Kalaher leading the Lions with 14 points, closely followed by Jake Walker with 13 points....

EAST PALESTINE OH- Chaney secured their first win of the season with a methodical performance, gradually pulling away from East Palestine to claim a convincing 56-29 victory. Alyssa Brown led Chaney’s scoring effort with 18 points, showcasing her offensive prowess. Ja’Ziya Burley-Anderson contributed 15 points, while JaMiya Jackson added 12 points to the team’s total.

PEPPER PIKE OH- Mineral Ridge embarked on a lengthy road trip to Orange on Saturday, turning it into a worthwhile journey with a convincing 64-46 victory. The Rams showcased a balanced offensive effort, led by Ava Hulett with 17 points, Gianna Gilbert contributing 15 points, and Lily Merolillo adding 7 points. The team’s depth was evident with additional contributions from Kelcee Dye and Sullivan Sandy, each contributing 6 points. Sam Aulet chipped in with 5 points, while Ava Carkido and Norah Schneider each added 4 points to secure the Rams’ triumph.

The Blue Devils trailed by 6 entering the fourth quarter.

Salineville Southern Local finally found a way to top Leetonia 67-65 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 1. Last season, Salineville Southern Local and Leetonia squared off on Jan. 10, 2023 at Salineville Southern Local High School. Check out our complete boys basketball roundup to stay up-to-date on all...

COLUMBIANA OH- In a commanding home opener, Crestview displayed their dominance on the court with a resounding 67-18 victory over Lowellville. Leading the scoring charge for Crestview was Luvrain Gaskins with an impressive 15 points, followed closely by Addison Rhode and Kerrigan Miller, both contributing 13 points. Emily Downey added 10 points to the team’s total, while Madeline English showcased her three-point shooting with 6 points, including two successful threes. Collectively, Crestview hit a remarkable 8 three-pointers as a team.

Badger senior Duncan Moy hit the 1,000 point mark in a loss to Campbell, 69-64.

EAST LIVERPOOL OH- In a heated rivalry matchup, East Liverpool emerged victorious in round one against Beaver Local, securing a 57-41 win on Thursday. Leading the scoring charge for East Liverpool were Kenzie Walker with 13 points, Aynsley Galeoti with 12 points, and Ken Headley with 11 points. Reagan Edwards and Dacianelle Andrews also contributed to the scoring effort with 7 and 6 points, respectively.

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...

CANFIELD OH- In their season opener, South Range faced a challenging start, unable to recover from a 12-0 lead secured by Louisville. Despite playing with resilience throughout the game, the Raiders couldn’t close the initial gap and ultimately fell short with a final score of 71-61. Landon Moore led...

In their season opener, Jackson Milton showcased a formidable defensive performance, securing a 41-32 victory over United. The pivotal win was fueled by Jackson Milton’s stout defense, which limited United’s scoring opportunities. Leading the scoring charge for Jackson Milton was Ryan Romigh, contributing an impressive 20 points, complemented...

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