Regional Volleyball: Avon's attempt to defend state title ends against Wadsworth

RAVENNA — Quinn Macko and Wadsworth ended Avon’s quest for a second straight state championship. Outside hitter Macko hammered 24 kills and middle blocker Kameron Chapman had 18 kills and 10 rejections, powering the Grizzlies to a 19-25, 25-22, 25-22, 25-21 win over the Eagles in the Ravenna Division II regional semifinals Wednesday.

Playoff shakeups for University School, Salem High School following Glenville court ruling

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - With Glenville High School being removed from the OHSAA 2026 playoffs, University School is facing off against a different opponent. On Thursday afternoon, the Eighth District Court of Appeals ruled to remove Glenville from the OHSAA 2026 playoffs. Glenville High School and University School were originally...

Once again: Girard meets Mooney in postseason showdown

Mooney is set to meet Girard this Friday in a rematch from last year's playoff.

McDonald and Lowellville battle for regional semifinal spot

League rivals McDonald and Lowellville collide for regional semifinal spot.

Appeals court clears way for Glenville’s removal from playoffs; Salem to face University School Friday

The legal battle surrounding Cleveland Glenville’s removal from the Ohio high school football playoffs took another turn Thursday, with an...

Youngstown State visits Ohio State following Bynum's 20-point game

Youngstown State Penguins (1-0) at Ohio State Buckeyes (0-1) BOTTOM LINE: Ohio State faces Youngstown State after A'mare Bynum scored 20 points in Ohio State's 94-83 loss to the BYU Cougars. Ohio State went 21-13 overall last season while going 14-3 at home. The Buckeyes averaged 79.3 points per game...

Prepping for Preps '26-27: Villa Maria (Girls)

(Ed. Note: This story is part of CoBL’s “Prepping for Preps” series, which will take a look at many of the top high school programs in the region as part of our 2026-27 season preview coverage. The complete list of schools previewed thus far can be found here.)

Mahoning Valley area cross-country teams, individuals advance to state

Six Mahoning Valley-area cross country teams and 13 area individuals qualified out of rugged regional competition last weekend and will be participating in the annual Ohio High School State Cross Country Championships slated this Saturday, Nov. 7. The state meet will once again be held at Fortress Obetz and Memorial...

Golf: Southeast girls, Mogadore boys reflect on positive postseason efforts

Sammy Morgan, Jenni Mix, Emily Morrison, Kristen Dilly and Lily Hayes were the Southeast girls traveling to the OHSAA Division II state tournament at Firestone Country Club in Akron and finishing third in the state. For both Morgan and Mix, it was their second time at Firestone as Southeast qualified...

Girls Regional Soccer: Avon holds off North Royalton, reaches final

RAVENNA — Sydney Thomas worked her magic early and the defense took it from there. That was the recipe for success Tuesday night for Avon as it held on for a hard-fought 1-0 win over North Royalton in a Division II regional semifinal on the blue turf at Ravenna High School.

Salem’s playoff opponent remains up in the air, update expected Wednesday

The Salem football team’s opponent for the second round of the playoffs is still undecided Tuesday afternoon and a decision falls in the hands of the Ohio High School Athletic Association. More information on Salem’s opponent is expected Wednesday, according to the OHSAA. Judge Andrew J. Santoli ruled...

Mooney and Girard set for epic playoff rematch

The Indians and Cardinals are running it back in the playoffs, this time, a couple weeks earlier in a highly anticipated Week 12 matchup.

District 10 Announces 2026 Football Playoff Brackets

The District 10 Committee announced the brackets for the 2026 high school football postseason Sunday afternoon. Playoff action begins Friday, November 6, with the Class 3A and 4A semifinals. Classes 1A and 2A will take the field Saturday, November 7. Class 4A – Friday, November 6. General McLane earned...

Round Two! 14 local teams to compete in OHSAA playoffs

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – 14 area teams will compete in Round Two of the OHSAA playoffs this Friday, including three all-local matchups. Week 12 of the high school football season will feature the following games. DIVISION I. #7 Canton McKinley (8-3) at #2 Austintown Fitch (8-1) DIVISION III. #5...

Warren JFK rolls past Cardinal Mooney in regional semifinal

With the win, Warren JFK advances to the Division IV Regional Final on Saturday at 2 p.m.

Penguins not overlooking one win Murray State team

The Youngstown State football team is in a “favorable” position with two regular season games remaining. Win out and get a first round bye in the playoffs!. Even a split gets most likely gets them in the post season field. “We try not to overlook anyone,” said Niles...

Cortland runner plans 465 mile journey in November

Undefeated West Branch advances to the regional final

BEAVER TWP., Ohio (WKBN) – West Branch topped Poland 4-0 in the Division IV Girls Soccer Regional Semifinals at South Range High School Tuesday night. It marks the Warriors’ first win at regionals in program history. Elli Colian recorded a hat trick for the Warriors, while Emma Klingensmith...

Take a look at the Mahoning Matters Super 7 high school football ranking

Seven playoff teams with a combined record of 62-8 headline this week’s mahoningmatters.com Super 7 high school football poll. Here’s a look at the rankings which includes one new team entering the mix:. No. 1 GIRARD. The unbeaten Girard Indians, who have been the top-ranked team since early...

Local school removed from playoffs after using ineligible player

Liberty is no longer in the playoffs after using an ineligible player Friday night.