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By Susan Jenior Staff Writer This is a story I have wanted to write for several years, but honestly, getting a handle on the outstanding accomplishments of Herb Page in one telling is almost impossible. The accomplished player, outstanding coach, popular and successful golf-course manager and owner, Halls of Fame inductee and advisor to […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classrooms and hallways leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on second-year Southeast High School girls basketball coach Ashley Callihan, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, DEC. 23, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL STREETSBORO 50, KENSTON 41 (At Streetsboro) KENSTON (41) — Sam Rogers 0 1 1; Jackson Allota 2 0 5; Eli Ellis 4 0 11; Braelyn Akins 2 1 5; Chris Collins 0 1 1; Mason Schurr 5 3 16; Luke Stupica 1 0 2. Totals […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer During the week, the Rovers bested Howland 2,419 to 2,097 and then defeated Southington Chalker 2,532 to 1,967. During both matches, Sean Boveington led the way for the Rovers, smashing the pins for a 248 high game and a 475 two-game set against Howland and upping his game against […]
By Jim Smith Correspondent Whenever a sports team is crowned the champion of a tournament, it is an exciting moment. But when a team wins a memorial tournament in which the namesake of the event was a beloved Theodore Roosevelt teacher, community member and hockey enthusiast, the experience becomes incredibly emotional. Such was the scene […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Strong shooting and a tenacious defense were key factors in Field’s 76-40 win over previously undefeated Garfield on Saturday afternoon. “Everything absolutely clicked today,” said second-year Field head coach Alex Blake. “Our guys were sitting here, zoned in, locked in and they just came out ready to go.” While the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The 2024-25 Kent Roosevelt High School swimming and diving season preview. Head Coach: Corey Spicer, fourth season for both girls and boys swimming teams. Assistant coaches are Carol Bender, Sarah Cook, Justin Barzellato, Nicholas Spicer and, for diving, Kameron MacLean. Last Year: “Our girls and boys teams […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 21, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL HUDSON 38, STREETSBORO 35 (At Streetsboro) HUDSON (38) — Josh Zaffrann 1 0 2; Louise Castellarin 1 1 3; Caleb Fitz 3 0 7; Fisher Zappone 0 2 2; Jayden Carlton 8 2 19; Max Luker 1 0 2. Totals 14 5 38. STREETSBORO (35) — […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor There weren’t many answers for the Rootstown boys basketball team’s offense on Friday night. The Lake Center Christian Tigers made sure of that. The Tigers put on a defensive showcase that started from the opening tip, fueled a 16-0 first-quarter lead and continually eliminated any chance for the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, DEC. 20, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL HIGHLAND 62, AURORA 58 (At Aurora) HIGHLAND (62) — Weber 1 0 3; Dobkowski 1 0 2; Sooy 2 0 5; Radigan 5 3 15; Butcher 8 6 27; Kraus 4 2 10. Totals 2111 62. AURORA (58) — Zach Pannetti 6 1 13; Brock […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent A strong second quarter propelled Streetsboro to a 63-51 Metro Athletic Conference win over Field on Thursday night in Brimfield. Rockets head coach Nick Marcini said he was glad to earn a victory against a well-coached team in a difficult environment. “Coming down here is a tough place to come in […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2024-25 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Preston Gedeon, Garfield 26.2 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 21.0 Jordon Smith, Mogadore 18.5 Jaden Dennison, Kent Roosevelt 18.0 Blake Mullaly, Rootstown 17.8 Grady Eader, Field 16.1 Jaden Dennison, Kent Roosevelt 15.7 Aidan Hill, Garfield 13.2 Brock Habbyshaw, Aurora 13.0 Nick Stephenson, Mogadore 12.0 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 19, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL COVENTRY 74, RAVENNA 42 (At Coventry) RAVENNA (42) — Sean Jordan 1 0 2; Bryant Thompson 1 2 4; Curtis Ross 1 0 2; Jaxxon Kelly 5 0 10; Ladarion Askew 1 1 3; Braylon Burks 3 3 9; Connor Welling 3 0 9; Mark […]
By Roger Gordon Correspondent ROOTSTOWN The Rootstown wrestling team had quite a day Dec. 14 in capturing the team championship of the Cardinal Huskies Russ Ward Memorial at Middlefield Cardinal High School. The Rovers totaled 292.5 points in the 15-team competition. Fairless finished second with 222 points, and Firelands was third with 210 points. […]
The Field Falcons won the 1998 Portage County League championship, with junior pitcher Lisa Betts leading the way as the league’s Player of the Year. The Falcons totaled three players on the All-PCL First Team, with Ashley Ball and Beth Wright joining Betts. Head coach Ray Dickerhoof was named the PCL’s Coach of the Year. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL RAVENNA 40, GARFIELD HEIGHTS 35 (At Ravenna) GARFIELD HEIGHTS (35) — Stacia Mobley 5 1-8 14; Ja’Liah Seats 0 0-0 0; Dream Lowe 0 1-2 1; Logan Price 2 0-0 6; Saniya Koonce 0 0-0 0; Alexandria Roundtree 1 0-4 2; Swinmer Raines 2 0-0 4; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The basketball train that is currently barreling through Crestwood is now moving at high speeds. That wasn’t always the case, though. At one point, the train was stuck at the depot. That was back in 2021-22. In that season, the Red Devils’ boys basketball team struggled through their […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, DEC. 17, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL ST. JOHN 71, WINDHAM 66 (At St. John) WINDHAM (66) — Jayquon Smith 1 0-0 2; Dylan McCune 4 1-3 10; Carlos Bruton 9 1-4 25; Brandon Petrich 2 1-4 5; Nick Hopper 2 1-1 5; Dejuan Ramsey 0 0-0 0; Brian King 2 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, DEC. 16, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 58, FIELD 42 (At Field) KENT ROOSEVELT (58) — Grace Schoenberger 6 2-2 19; Mahlia Friedman 0 0-2 0; Danica Banks 0 0-2 0; Ava Elliot 1 0-0 3; Brooklynn Frank 0 2-2 2; Claire VanDamme 8 2-2 18; Julia Nash 6 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The season is young for the high-school bowling teams competing across lanes in Northeast Ohio, but many are already showing they are in mid-season form and looking toward the postseason tournaments hosted by the OHSAA. SOLID START FOR THE ROCKETS The Streetsboro Rockets are off to a hopeful […]
YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SPRINGFIELD YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE SUNDAY, DEC. 15, 2024 SCORES THIRD GRADE Tallmadge 17, Coventry White 16 Springfield 10, Ravenna 0 Norton 11, Manchester Red 3 Field Red 17, Mogadore 9 Rootstown Blue 21, Cloverleaf 12 Ravenna Blue 11, Coventry Blue 10 Field Black 11, Southeast 11 Rootstown White 14, Waterloo […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 14, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL ARTHUR LOUIS STEEL HOLIDAY SHOWCASE COVENTRY 90, MEDINA CHRISTIAN 72 (At Springfield High School) MEDINA CHRISTIAN (72) — Maletich 2 0 6; Malicoat 7 1 22; Tousley 1 0 3; Bolon 2 0 5; King 3 2 8; Walgate 5 6 17; Dorman 5 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Leadership roles can always be forever growing. Even for a player like Julia Nash. The Kent Roosevelt senior point guard is already a four-year starter, team captain and school record-holder. On Friday night, though, her coach noticed her take another step forward in her maturation as a player — […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, DEC. 13, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD Kent Roosevelt 59, Aurora 51 (2OT) Windham 69, Chalker 31 Lowellville 64, Waterloo 44 Warren JFK 72, Mogadore 43 St. Thomas Aquinas 61, Rootstown 44 KENT ROOSEVELT 59, AURORA 51 (2OT) (At Kent Roosevelt) AURORA (51) — Zach Pannetti 6 0-0 16; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor On Military Appreciation Night, and a night when Kent Roosevelt graduate Adam Hamilton was remembered, it was fitting that when Brian Dugan was called into action, he was ready to deliver. The Rough Riders’ senior came off the bench for Friday’s game earlier than expected because of foul […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH John Foster 4th year THE TEAM Coaching Staff: Bill Jackson, Deagan Foster, Tyler Brown, Rex Fryer. 2023-24 Record: 3rd at Malvern Tournament, 3rd at United Tournament, 5th at Waterloo D3 Classic, 4-5 dual-meet record. Returning Lettermen (6): Dublin Porter, Jeremiah Willis, Hayden Mays, Jack […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Anthony Anderson 2nd year THE TEAM Coaching Staff: Alan Marzec, Matt Damsa, Dan Gnabah, Nick Sladky. 2023-24 Record: Portage Trail Conference championship; Ashland Invitational champions; Bill Dies Tournament champions; Division III sectional champions. Returning Lettermen (9): Nick Malek, sr.; Nathan Lee, sr.; Dominic Duvall,s […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Chris Dunfee 2nd year THE TEAM Coaching Staff: Ryan Fankhauser, David Hollinger. Returning Lettermen (7): Noah Dunlap, sr.; Jeremiah Brumfield, sr.; Tobias Brunner, jr.; Gavin Edwards, jr.; Ethan Kurtz, jr.; Ethan Humbert,jr.; Carter Fertig, soph. Lettermen Lost (1): Nathaniel Cummings. SEASON […]
By Roger Gordon Correspondent When Jarreau Walker won a Division II district championship in the 106-pound weight class last season as a Streetsboro freshman, he thought he was on his way to the state tournament in Columbus. “He would’ve won state in my opinion,” second-year Rockets head coach Mark Skonieczny said. However, Walker was […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Shane Kuberry 3rd year 22-20 career record THE TEAM Coaching Staff: Andy Mesaros, Mike Kemble, Mike Richeson, Barry Sapp, Shelton Morris, Owen Martin. 2023-24 Record: 13-10. 2023-24 Notable Placements: Dominic Kemble, Eastern Ohio Wrestling League champion and state qualifier; Returning district qualifiers: Braeden Martin, Cameron Dye, Dominic […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2024-25 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Preston Gedeon, Garfield 28.0 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 20.7 Jordon Smith, Mogadore 18.5 Jaden Dennison, Kent Roosevelt 18.0 Brody Durham, Crestwood 13.3 Aidan Hill, Garfield 13.0 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 12.7 Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield 12.3 Nick Stephenson, Mogadore 12.0 Charles Ivory, Streetsboro 11.7 […]
FOOTBALL The Division I football All-Ohio team was announced Thursday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. DIVISION I ALL-OHIO Offensive Player of the Year: Matt Ponatoski, Cincinnati Moeller Defensive Player of […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 12, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL COVENTRY 64, FIELD 44 (At Coventry) FIELD (44) — Grady Eader 5 0-1 11; Alec Grimm 1 0-0 3; Landon Wilmoth 2 2-4 7; Brayden Ronowski 4 1-2 11; Joey Conroy 0 0-2 0; Be Stayer 2 4-8 8; Sam Confer 2 0-0 4. […]
By Roger Gordon Correspondent The High School Wrestling Report is a weekly feature that will catch up with all of the noteworthy performances throughout Portage County from the last week. WATERLOO Waterloo freshman Kayne Smith had quite a day in his first high school wrestling match on Dec. 7 in a tournament at Malvern High […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE COACH Eric Kline 3rd year THE TEAM Coaching Staff: Shawn Bonfine, Maddison Davis, Brad Hager, Jeremiah Sanders, Michael Prikryl Jr., Shane Michael, Darshaun Sanders, Michael Prikryl, Sr. 2023-24 Record: 5-11 dual record. Returning Lettermen (6): Jayden Pudder, Deangelo Williams, Bradley Davis, Ryder Denning, Andrew Mladek, Carter Prisby. Lettermen […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL CRESTWOOD 73, BERKSHIRE 38 (At Crestwood) BERKSHIRE (38) — J. Patterson 0 1-2 1; A. Bowman 0 1-2 1; B. Verbic 3 0-0 7; L. Stute 1 1-1 3; M. Constantin 3 1-2 7; C. Beam 4 4-6 13; C. McGranahan 3 0-0 6; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE COACH Duane Funk 13th year THE TEAM Coaching Staff: Sherman Benedum, Joe Hancock. Returning Lettermen (11): Matthew Plum, sr.; Owen Roberts, sr.; Braeden Manley, sr.; Blake Hershberger, sr.; Kasey Pruitt, sr.; Troy Myers, sr.; Tyler Youngblood, sr.; Kasey Pruitt, sr.; Dylan Benedum, jr.; Matthew Trusky, […]
FOOTBALL The Division II and III football All-Ohio teams were announced Wednesday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. DIVISION II ALL-OHIO Offensive Players of the Year: Keller Moten, Cuyahoga Falls […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, DEC. 10, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL FIELD 71, SPRINGFIELD 34 (At Field) SPRINGFIELD (34) — Bolyard 0 2-2 2; Mason 1 0-0 2; Berger 4 0-6 9; Squibb 1 0-0 3; Severin 1 1-2 3; Bracken 3 0-0 7; Shrock 1 0-0 2; Leon 2 0-0 6. Totals 13 3-10 […]
FOOTBALL DIVISION IV AND V ALL-OHIO The Division IV and V football All-Ohio teams were announced Tuesday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. DIVISION IV Offensive Players of the Year: […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, DEC. 9, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL ROOTSTOWN 70, FIELD 48 (At Field) ROOTSTOWN (70) — Colbie Curall 4 2-3 10; Addy Germann 9 0-0 24; Elliot Smallfield 1 3-4 5; Kelsey Bittecuffer 2 5-5 9; Cloe Bengston 4 6-12 15; Sasha Nichols 3 0-0 7; Sophi Smith 0 0-0 0. Totals […]
FOOTBALL DIVISION VI & DIVISION VII ALL-OHIO The Division VI and VII football All-Ohio teams were announced Monday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. DIVISION VI ALL-OHIO Offensive Player of […]
By Roger Gordon Correspondent The Field boys wrestling team will try to improve on last year’s 2-5 Metro Athletic Conference record with, in the words of ninth-year head coach Dave Tenney, “a good group of seasoned wrestlers. This group of wrestlers has a go-get-’em attitude. They are dedicated to the sport, have a strong work ethic […]
By Roger Gordon Correspondent Tenth-year Garfield wrestling head coach Dan Andel realizes he has a very young team this season, but that does not mean a complete rebuild for the G-Men. “We’ve won three of the first four Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference tournament titles, including last year,” Andel said. “I feel we have a legitimate […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer KENT ROOSEVELT PREVIEW The Kent Roosevelt girls and boys teams are ready to compete this season with new coaches Al Petrosino (boys) and Eric Hartline (girls) leading the way. The JV team and assistant coaches are Ryan Horn and Cory Hartline. For Petrosino, it is his first season with […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Dave Wrobel, 24th year, 215-144 career dual-meet record. Coaching Staff: Derek Wrobel, Marco Berquist, Conner Nemec, Phil Wrobel. 2023-24 Record: 7-8 dual meet, 2nd at Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division Tournament; 3rd at sectional tournament; 10th at district tournament. 2023-24 State Qualifiers: JP Wrobel, […]
By Roger Gordon Correspondent A top-10 finish at the 2025 Division I state tournament is the ultimate goal for this season’s Aurora wrestling team. “Last season we were 16th or 17th,” third-year Greenmen head coach Jeremy Johnson said. “This season, top 10 means a successful season for us.” Four 2024 state tournament qualifiers — […]
SPRINGFIELD YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, DEC. 8, 2024 SCORES THIRD GRADE Field Black 16, Ravenna 10 Tallmadge 16, Ravenna Blue 7 Coventry Blue 15, Waterloo 12 Rootstown Blue 17, Mogadore 9 Cloverleaf 19, Springfield 5 Coventry White 20, Southeast 4 Norton 16, Rootstown White 5 Field Red 12, Manchester Red 10 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer PERFECTION STRIKES AGAIN No doubt, the bowlers in the Garden Spot League at Spins Bowl in Kent are talented. After three 300 games last week, perfection was achieved again this week in the league as Greg Cornell fired the highest game for the week. Cornell rolled the 300 on […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Golfers were already making tee times for today and Monday at courses open all year as temperatures were expected to be near 50 degrees. As duffers and low-handicap golfers alike are looking forward to playing golf throughout the winter when available, there are additional recognitions, awards and events happening […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer If the State Kick-Off Tournament is any indication, the Rootstown Rovers are going to have an outstanding season in the bowling lanes across Northeast Ohio and the state. The tournament, competing at HP Lanes in Columbus, is an invitation-only event that features 27 boys teams and 20 girls teams […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 7, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL COVENTRY 58, CANTON SOUTH 38 (At Canton South) COVENTRY (58) — Kennerly 11 1 25; McAfee 3 0 6; Meinen 2 2 7; Pauley 0 1 1; Stephens 3 0 6; Edwards 6 0 13. Totals 23 4 58. CANTON SOUTH (38) — Benison […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 5, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL CRESTWOOD 64, MOGADORE 31 (At Mogadore) CRESTWOOD (64) — Brody Durham 8 0-0 17; Augie Schweickert 0 0-0 0; Dekota Johnson 11 2-2 29; James Durham 5 0-1 10; Bryce Giel 1 0–0 3; Steven Lincoln 1 0-0 3; Jake Eyerman 0 0-0 0; Angelo […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Crestwood boys basketball team has all the chemistry a championship-level team would want, but every team reaches a point during the preseason when the monotony of training against each other starts to settle in. For the Red Devils, prior to Friday’s opener at Mogadore, they had been […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent The Field girls basketball team battled through a tough, physical contest to edge Norton, 33-31, on Friday night. It was a special victory because the Falcons hadn’t defeated the Panthers on the hardwood in nearly a decade. “We didn’t play our best game, but to come out here and win feels […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2024-25 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Jordon Smith, Mogadore 18.5 Jaden Dennison, Kent Roosevelt 18.0 Charles Ivory, Streetsboro 14.0 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 13.0 Nick Stephenson, Mogadore 12.0 Karson Jaber, Mogadore 11.0 Demetri Blagojevic, Mogadore 11.0 REBOUNDS Player, School Average Nick Stephenson, Mogadore 12.0 Gavin Peeps, Kent Roosevelt 7.5 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Delaney McMahon will forever be conflicted when she looks back on the 2024 high school girls soccer season. On one side, she experienced memories of a lifetime. Memories she will carry with her as some of the greatest of her athletic career. On the other side, as special […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL TUESDAY NORTON 61, RAVENNA 60 (At Ravenna) NORTON (61) — Hunter 6 3-6 16; Baker 2 0-1 4; Brown 1 0-2 2; Abernathy 1 1-2 4; Willig 4 9-13 17; Hardy 4 1-2 9; Goff 2 0-1 4; Martell 1 1-2 3; Gabriel 1 0-2 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The season has yet to start and the Field Falcons have already made some wrestling history. The 2024-25 season will mark the inaugural campaign for the school’s girls wrestling program. The team was voted and approved as a varsity sport on Oct. 18 and head coach Mason Brainard, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classrooms and hallways leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Garfield High School girls basketball coach Aaron […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, DEC. 3, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD Aurora 66, Hudson 62 (OT) Streetsboro 55, Coventry 33 Cloverleaf 70, Springfield 30 Woodridge 70, Field 48 Norton 61, Ravenna 60 Tulsa 54, Rootstown 37 North Royalton 72, Kent Roosevelt 49 Western Reserve 61, Southeast 43 BOX SCORES AURORA 66, HUDSON […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 high school football season was filled some historic achievements. From players to coaches to teams. Here is a look at some of the special performances and how they rank in Portage County history: SINGLE-SEASON RUSHING • Streetsboro’s Cohen Klimak rushed for 1,920 yards […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In his 19 years as a head coach, Craig Foreman has seen some talented players. None, though, have been quite like Julia Nash. The Kent Roosevelt senior point guard has the ability to impact games in just about every way imaginable, but her most mesmerizing skill comes from […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Rootstown Rovers girls and boys teams were featured on Monday as the bowling season gets underway with tournaments and matches. The Rovers share their home lanes, Spins Bowl in Kent with the Ravenna boys and girls teams, as well as the Southeast girls. All three teams competed in the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, DEC. 2, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL CHIPPEWA 67, FIELD 50 (At Field) CHIPPEWA (67) — Hughes 3 0-0 8; Becht 3 0-0 6; Teloni 7 0-0 14; Helms 9 2-2 20; Adams 3 0-0 7; Marshall 3 0-0 6; Riggenbach 2 0-0 6. Totals 30 2-2 67. FIELD (50) — […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Bowling season is finally here and teams in the greater Portage County area are just competing in their first tournaments and beginning matches as the month of December arrives. Portage Sports looks forward to sharing the outstanding results of the student-athletes competing in bowling throughout the season and will […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, DEC. 1, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SATURDAY NEWTON FALLS 50, RAVENNA 43 (At Newton Falls) RAVENNA (43) — Sean Jordan 0 0-2 0; Bryant Thompson 1 1-2 3; Curtis Ross 6 2-4 14; Tykwon Ward 0 3-6 3; Nigil Williams 6 1-3 13; Jaxon Kelly 4 2-2 10; Ladarion Askew […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Cody Apthorpe 3rd year 23-25 career record THE TEAM League: Northeastern Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Jeff Kiser, assistant; Terry Peterson, JV; Dave Apthorpe, freshman. 2023-24 Record: 8-15 overall; 6-6 NAC. Returning Lettermen (6): Carlos Bruton, sr.; Nick Hopper, sr.; Brandon Petrich, sr.; Dylan McCune, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Gavin English 1st year 0-0 career record THE TEAM League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Scarlet Division. Coaching Staff: John Herchek, Joe Ganoe, Navarre Alhassan. 2023-24 Record: 15-7 overall; 11-3 MVAC. Returning Lettermen (4): Gage Hawley, Landon McClain, Trevor Simons, Luke Thomas. Lettermen Lost (4): […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Nick Marcini 14th year 188-132 career record THE TEAM League: Metro Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Bruce Thomas, Phil Starks, Tyler Shank, Stephen Laird, Ron Estes. 2023-24 Record: 15-10 overall; 10-3 MAC. Returning Lettermen (6): Jack Batten, sr.; Charles Ivory, sr.; Jackson Gula, sr.; Trevor […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 200-1,920 Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 253-1,871 Jack Eye, Windham 157-1,763 Drexal McAmis, Field 209-1,698 Bryer Pickana, Southeast 183-1,483 Carlos Bruton, Windham 111-1,141 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 185-1,015 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 80-933 Xavier Board, Aurora 123-902 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 72-802 Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield 69-714 […]
FOOTBALL OHSAA State Championships Pairings Designated home team listed first. All games at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, Canton. All games live on Spectrum News 1 and OHSAA Radio Network. State Finals Coverage: https://www.ohsaa.org/Sports-Tournaments/Football/Football-2024/2024-OHSAA-Football-Playoffs-Coverage DIVISION II Thursday, Dec. 5, 7:00 PM – Cincinnati Anderson (15-0) vs. Avon (15-0) DIVISION VII Friday, Dec. 6, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer PERFECTION TIMES THREE The Garden Spot League has often set the standard for outstanding bowling. The men and women regularly bowl 250-plus games and 700-plus series. This week, the top of the leaderboard was crowded for high game as three perfect games were bowled by league members. Bryan Boveington, Jim […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Matt Dillon 8th year THE TEAM League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division. Coaching Staff: Zeddie Pollock, Doug Craver, Nick Dillon, Scott Garret, Terry Callihan. 2023-24 Record: 13-12 overall; 2-8 PTC. Returning Lettermen (4): Zack Keto, sr.; Austin Mejia, sr.; Joe Sharish, jr.; Cohen […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Bobby Staudt 2nd year 5-18 career record THE TEAM League: Portage Trail Conference. Coaching Staff: Chuck Palmer, assistant; Lucas Bitong, assistant; Joe Siciliano, JV. 2023-24 Record: 5-18 overall; 1-9 PTC. Returning Lettermen (5): Zach Hays, sr.; Landon Rodstrom, jr.; Blake Mullaly, soph.; Caleb Fillmore, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Marlon Jones 5th year 38-52 career record THE TEAM League: Metro Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Davante McKinney, Michael Boltz, Jordan Jones. 2023-24 Record: 4-19 overall, 2-12 MAC. Returning Lettermen (4): Bryant Thompson, sr.; Nigil Willams, sr.; CJ Ross, jr.; Jaxon Kelly, sr. Lettermen Lost […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Russ Swartz 36th year (16th at Mogadore) 501-319 career record (279-113 at Mogadore) THE TEAM League: Portage Trail Conference. Coaching Staff: Rod Swartz, JV; Anthony Ricci, assistant. 2023-24 Record: 21-4 overall; 9-1 PTC. Returning Lettermen (3): Nick Stephenson, sr.; Karson Jaber, sr.; Demitri Blagojevic, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Curtis Black 3rd year 20-27 career record THE TEAM League: Suburban League American Conference. Coaching Staff: Rod Moxley Jr., Rich Graves, DJ Hickle, Will Yount. 2023-24 Record: 11-13 overall; 6-8 Suburban League. Returning Lettermen (5): Ryan Slocum, sr.; Carter Foreman, sr.; Jaden Dennison, sr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Andrew Olesky 14th year 147-159 career record THE TEAM League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division. Coaching Staff: Matt Hill, assistant; Zack Smith, JV. 2023-24 Record: 8-16 overall; 5-9 Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference. Returning Lettermen (6): Nick Edic, sr.; Aidan Hill, sr.; Cade Rock, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The worst feeling for a basketball coach is watching their team struggle to find answers to defend a player who suddenly finds themselves in the zone. It is a helpless feeling. Kent Roosevelt boys basketball’s Curtis Black, along with his staff, were living inside that moment on Friday […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Alex Blake 2nd year 4-19 career record THE TEAM League: Metro Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Nick Pollack, JV; Matt Farley, assistant; Jacob Gartner, assistant. 2023-24 Record: 4-19 overall; 2-12 Metro Athletic Conference. Returning Lettermen (7): Grady Eader, sr.; Ben Stayer, sr.; Landon Wilmoth, sr.; Brayden Ronowski, sr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Josh Jakacki 23rd year 305-200 career record THE TEAM League: Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division. Coaching Staff: Bob Lieberth, assistant; Jake Lieberth, JV; David Mayle, assistant; Mason Jakacki, middle school. 2023-24 Record: 19-4 overall, 10-0 Chagrin Valley Conference. Returning Lettermen (10): Dekota Johnson, sr.; Augie Schweickert, sr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Cody Calhoun 7th year 46-89 career record THE TEAM League: Suburban League American Conference. Coaching Staff: Austin Nupp, Tim Keyes, Adam Whitcare. 2023-24 Record: 12-11 overall, 6-8 Suburban League. Returning Lettermen (6): Brock Habbyshaw, sr.; Zach Pannetti, sr.; Ben Lukasik, sr.; Josh Harrell, jr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Jim Collins 7th year 40-133 career record THE TEAM League: Northeastern Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Dougle Hankins, Tyler Collins, Larry Jones. 2023-24 Record: 11-12 overall; 9-4 NAC (league champs). Returning Letterwinners (4): Brielle Jones, jr.; TT McCall, jr; Skyler Bailey, jr.; Makenzi Blockinger, soph. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Carl Singer 10th year 124-94 career record THE TEAM League: Metro Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Ira Campbell, Bryan Bedford, Scott Clark. 2023-24 Record: 23-5 overall, 13-1 MAC, district champions, regional runner-up. Returning Letterwinners (7): Naomi Benson, sr.; Sydney Abbuhl, sr.; Raegan Hendon, sr.; Carlee […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The other day, I saw one of the basketball players I coach in the hallway of the school during the regular school-day hours. Since they typically see me in the gymnasium during practice time, they were surprised I was there and asked, “Hey, what are you doing […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Ashley Callihan 2nd year 10-14 career record THE TEAM League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division. Coaching Staff: Hannah Harnar, Lisa McCann, Dean Dunlavy, Mike Stiles. 2023-24 Record: 10-14 overall; 2-6 PTC. Returning Letterwinners (7): Kristen Campbell, sr.; Claire Dillner, sr.; Kayla Grope, sr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Joe Leonard 5th year 52-32 career record THE TEAM League: Portage Trail Conference. Coaching Staff: Brian Layton, assistant; Thano Kapolis, assistant; Angela Gibson, JV; Mike Fillmore, JV. 2023-24 Record: 22-3 overall; 8-0 PTC. Returning Letterwinners (6): Addy Germann, sr.; Kelsey Bittecuffer, sr.; Nadia Lough, sr.; Sasha Nicholas, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Courtney O’Donnell 3rd year 9-37 career record THE TEAM League: Metro Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Ryan O’Donnell. 2023-24 Record: 4-19 overall; 1-13 MAC. Returning Letterwinners (5): Kamryn Clark, sr.; Jaylynn Walker, sr.; Miriyha Sandifer, jr.; Lou White, jr.; Jalysia Thompson, jr. Letterwinners Lost (2): […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Games were played during the week beginning November 18. FIRST DIVISION Aurora vs Bio-Med postponed, new date TBD Round 1 Cloverleaf 270, Rootstown 70 Garfield 170, Southeast 165 Hudson 310, Brunswick 280 Round 2 Cloverleaf 320, Rootstown 140 Garfield 140, Southeast 115 Brunswick 325, Hudson 235 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, NOV. 26, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD Field 60, Woodridge 25 Rootstown 70, Columbia 69 Streetsboro 51, Coventry 15 Norton 62, Ravenna 17 BOX SCORES ROOTSTOWN 70, COLUMBIA 69 (At Rootstown) COLUMBIA (69) — Cami Shackelton 1 1-2 3; Alyssa Goebel 6 0-0 14; Natalie Miller 6 2-2 18; Audrey Goebel 0 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classrooms and hallways leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Crestwood High School boys basketball coach Josh […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Jen Ritch 11th year 113-122 career record THE TEAM League: Portage Trail Conference. Coaching Staff: Bill Ritch, assistant; Ann Murphy, JV; Mike Murphy, assistant; Ashley Jarvis, middle school; Tom Pollock, middle school. 2023-24 Record: 13-12 overall; 3-5 PTC. Returning Letterwinners (10): Amelia Morris, sr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Craig Foreman 19th year 179-219 career record THE TEAM League: Suburban League American Conference. Coaching Staff: Kate Swango, Jaclyn Mahoney, Jeremy Bish, Leah Reeves, Greta Wilker. 2023-24 Record: 11-13 overall, 2-12 Suburban League. Returning Letterwinners (7): Julia Nash, sr.; Danica Banks, sr.; Claire VanDamme, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Aaron Gilbert 18th year 242-161 career record THE TEAM League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division. Coaching Staff: Andy Cardinal, Taylor Smith, Erica Jarvis. 2023-24 Record: 4-19 overall; 3-11 MVAC. Returning Letterwinners (8): Kolby Fresch, sr.; Juliana Genovese, sr.; Mandy Cardinal, jr.; Kaelyn Tasker, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH John Misenko 9th year 115-76 career record THE TEAM League: Metro Athletic Conference. Coaching Staff: Mariah Siedler, assistant; Tessa Ludwick, JV. 2023-2024 Record: 12-12 overall; 7-7 Metro Athletic Conference. Returning Letterwinners (10): Sarah Balzer, sr.; Gabby Berlin, sr.; Carlee Fafrak, sr.; Ally Harlin, sr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH T.J. Henderson 4th year 28-42 career record THE TEAM League: Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division. Coaching Staff: Tom Henderson, assistant; Ashley Foulkes, JV. 2023-24 Record: 14-11 overall; 6-3 Chagrin Valley Conference. Returning Letterwinners (7): Hannah Ward, sr.; Maddie Dustman, sr.; Abby Guyette, sr.; Becca […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HEAD COACH Erika Greenberg 17th year 213-144 career record THE TEAM League: Suburban League American Conference. Coaching Staff: Matt Witting, assistant; Trent Dalton, JV. 2023-24 Record: 18-7 overall; 8-6 Suburban League. Returning Letterwinners (8): Brooke Manav, sr.; Julia Miller, sr.; Charlotte Hart, sr.; Jenna Zuelch, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, NOV. 25, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL CARDINAL 48, WINDHAM 14 (At Windham) CARDINAL (48) — N. Soltis 2 3-5 8; I. Kaminski 5 1-2 13; E. Pleva 3 0-0 7; B. Kitzmiller 0 1-4 1; N. Young 5 0-0 11; Q. Krebs 2 1-2 5; S. Lehr 1 0-0 3. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced on Monday morning that high school basketball district and regional level tournament games will be played at Taft Coliseum at the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds located in Columbus. It has been 10 years since the historic multi-purpose arena has […]
SPRINGFIELD YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SUNDAY, NOV. 24, 2024 SCOREBOARD THIRD GRADE Southeast 10, Ravenna 0 Mogadore 8, Field Black 6 Rootstown Blue 22, Rootstown White 11 Ravenna Blue 16, Norton 14 Coventry White 13, Cloverleaf 7 Field Red 13, Coventry Blue 10 Tallmadge 19, Waterloo 9 Manchester Red 15, Springfield 0 […]
FOOTBALL OHSAA State Semifinal Pairings All games on Friday, November 29, at 7 p.m. Designated home team region listed first. Pairings include regional seed. Winner of the first pairing listed is the designated home team in the state championship game. Division I State Semifinals – November 29 Lakewood St. Edward (9-5) vs. 1. Powell Olentangy […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Thanksgiving week is here and, with that, some leagues will take the week off due to the holiday. Walk into any of the area lanes and you will also see teams enjoying their own group Thanksgiving event, while bowling with parties on the lanes during league time. It is […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer You might think golf season is over, but wait. Some people play in rain, snow, sleet and bone-chilling cold if the course permits and there are several golf courses that remain open throughout the winter in the greater Portage County area. Golf courses reported players this past week in […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, NOV. 22, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD Rootsotwn 65, Garfield 16 Copley 64, Streetsboro 60 Cloverleaf 52, Barberton 36 Windham 23, Campbell Memorial 19 Warren JFK 54, East 43 West Branch 45, Norton 41 BOX SCORES COPLEY 64, STREETSBORO 60 (At Streetsboro) COPLEY (64) — Evelyn McKnight 9 0-1 22; Audrey Parker […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent The Rootstown girls basketball team used relentless defensive pressure and an uptempo offense in a dominant 65-16 opening night victory over Garfield on Friday. “The press is something that we work on,” said Rootstown head coach Joe Leonard. “Transition offense is also something we’re working on. It was all clicking.” […]
FOOTBALL The Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association All-Northeast Inland District football teams honor the top high school players from parts of Ashland, Columbiana, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Trumbull and Wayne counties. The teams are selected by a media panel from those areas. Players are listed with their height, weight and year: Division I FIRST TEAM OFFENSE […]
The 1965 Rootstown High School wrestling team finished the season with a 5-4 record. The meet-by-meet results included: Kent State, 15-18 Marlington, 22-21 Crestwood, 12-28 Garfield, 34-11 Boardman, 18-17 Warren Harding, 35-6 Southeast, 5-44 Aurora, 11-23 Jackson, 23-12 The team, which was coached by John Demko, included: Front row left to right: D. Moulton, D. […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Katarina Jovanovic, Norton COACH OF THE YEAR Ieva Balcus, Woodridge FIRST TEAM Katarina Jovanovic, Norton, senior Whitney Holmes, Ravenna, senior Isabella Kohn, Woodridge, senior Brenna Carpenter, Cloverleaf, senior Addison Hovey, Woodridge, sophomore Mallory Bohan, Cloverleaf, senior Isabella Smole, Woodridge, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS GOLF 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Braden Gunter, Norton COACH OF THE YEAR Bruce Thomas, Streetsboro LEAGUE CHAMPION Norton, Streetsboro FIRST TEAM Braden Gunter, Norton, freshman Brett Epple, Streetsboro, junior Zane Schreck, Cloverleaf, sophomore Trenton Shrock, Springfield, senior Matthew Fowler, Norton, senior Logan Porter, Springfield, […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS GOLF 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Quinn Malarkey, Cloverleaf COACH OF THE YEAR Kevin Hanna, Springfield LEAGUE CHAMPION Cloverleaf FIRST TEAM Quinn Malarkey, Cloverleaf, sophomore Addie Leonard, Cloverleaf, senior Mackenzie Boley, Field, senior Danielle Slack, Woodridge, senior Mackenzie Siewerth, Cloverleaf, senior Gia Regec, Woodridge, senior Brooke […]
By Jim Smith Correspondent When Kent Roosevelt ice hockey’s Brad Edwards previews the 2024-25 season, his fifth as head coach, he is quick to mention the depth of talent on the roster. “This is by far the deepest bench I’ve ever had. Probably the deepest bench I have had since I was (coach) at […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Portage County USBC hosted the annual Junior-Senior Trio Tournament at Sky Lanes, with 23 teams competing. Teams rolled three games and six Baker games. After everyone had competed, the team of Nick Toke, Brian Woodrum and Bradley Woodrum were crowned the champions. The team bowled a total 3,369 […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING SCOREBOARD Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 The high school bowling season is starting with athletes competing in pre-season tournaments. Both the Metro Athletic and the Suburban Conferences started their seasons on Saturday with athletes recording their first scores of the season. Watch for bowling previews this week in Portage Sports and outstanding scores […]
SPRINGFIELD YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE SUNDAY, NOV. 17, 2024 SCOREBOARD THIRD GRADE Cloverleaf 14, Southeast 10 Manchester Red 9, Field Black 4 Norton 15, Waterloo 6 Coventry Blue 16, Rootstown Blue 9 Rootstown White 15, Springfield 10 Field Red 22, Ravenna Blue 9 Coventry White 29, Mogadore 17 Tallmadge 28, Ravenna 3 FOURTH […]
FOOTBALL OHSAA Regional Final Playoff Pairings Pairings shown with regional seed. All games on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. Higher seeded team is the designated home team and listed first. Division I Region 1 Mentor (13-0) vs. 7. Lakewood St. Edward (8-5) at Bedford High School Bearcat Stadium Region 2 Centerville (10-3) vs. 8. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Naomi Benson had narrowed it down to three: Illinois, Michigan and Virginia Tech. All that was left was for the Streetsboro senior girls basketball standout to make her official announcement. That reveal was made on Friday at Streetsboro High School in a special event set up in the […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL FRIDAY, NOV. 15, 2024 OHSAA DIVISION III REGIONAL SEMIFINAL URSULINE 29, AURORA 10 (At North Canton Hoover’s Memorial Stadium) AURORA 0-0-10-0—10 URSULINE 0-6-3-20—29 SCORING SUMMARY FIRST QUARTER No scoring. SECOND QUARTER URS — Javey 20 pass from Ferrell (pass failed), 1:07 THIRD QUARTER AUR — Lukasik 5 pass from Dwyer (Dockman […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent With many experienced players sidelined with injuries, Aurora faced an uphill battle in its Division III Regional Semifinal game against Youngstown Ursuline on Friday. And while the Greenmen ended up on the short end of a 29-10 score at North Canton Hoover High School Memorial Stadium, Aurora head coach Bob […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Sitting near the 20-yard line, with a spitting mist of rain falling from the air, the Streetsboro football team had their eyes locked on head coach Pete Thompson, who delivered his postgame thoughts to his group. In the distance behind the Rockets’ leader was the scoreboard that told […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Throughout the 2024 season, Kevin Sisak was given some of the highest praise any coach could ever dream of, with opposing coaches regularly complimenting his Field Falcons boys soccer team as the hardest-working team on their schedule. That is enough to make any coaching staff smile. But for […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER OHIO SCHOLASTIC SOCCER COACHES ASSOCIATION 2024 ALL-OHIO DIVISION I Miles Armstrong, Marysville; Grant Blake, Jackson; Max Bond, Dublin Jerome; Ryan Boyd, Lakota West; Jayden Burdine, Pickerington Central; Josh Callahan, Brunswick; Cannon Chirumbolo-McKee, Oak Hills; Tyler Colvert, Olentangy Orange; Will Day, St. Edward; Shaun Dickerson, Lakota East; Jaxson Edmonson, Springboro; Jonathon […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Emma Butler, Mogadore, freshman COACHES OF THE YEAR Jessica Butler, Mogadore Hannah Miller, Lake Center Christian LEAGUE CHAMPION Mogadore FIRST TEAM Emma Butler, Mogadore, freshman Allison Strickland, Rootstown, senior Lilly Kane, Lake Center Christian, freshman Kaitlyn Clester, Mogadore, sophomore Madison […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Andrea Ryan, Warren JFK COACH OF THE YEAR Jason Opritza, Rootstown LEAGUE CHAMPION Warren JFK FIRST TEAM Riley Curd, Warren JFK, goalkeeper, senior Addison Pownall, Rootstown, goalkeeper, freshman Andrea Ryan, Warren JFK, midfield, sophomore Elliott Smallfield, Rootstown, midfield, sophomore […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Chance Klingelhofer, Lake Center Christian COACH OF THE YEAR Jairus Taylor, Lake Center Christian LEAGUE CHAMPION Lake Center Christian FIRST TEAM Chance Klingelhofer, Lake Center Christian, midfield, senior Wyatt Caudle, Lake Center Christian, goalkeeper, senior Dom Ryan, Warren JFK, […]
HIGH SCHOOL GOLF 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE GOLFER OF THE YEAR Jacob Rainieri, Lake Center Christian COACH OF THE YEAR James LaPolla, Warren JFK LEAGUE CHAMPION Warren JFK FIRST TEAM Jacob Rainieri, Lake Center Christian, sophomore Andrew Fredenburg, Warren JFK, junior Andrew LaPolla, Warren JFK, junior Henry Phillips, Warren JFK, junior […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Freddy Bolchalk, Warren JFK DEFENSIVE PLAYERS OF THE YEAR Brian Youngblood, Rootstown Ian Odille, Warren JFK COACH OF THE YEAR Damon Buente, Warren JFK LEAGUE CHAMPION Warren JFK FIRST TEAM Braden Wright, Rootstown, offensive line, junior Trevor Hinkle, Mogadore, offensive line, senior Tyler […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE RUNNER OF THE YEAR Gianna Ritchie, Lake Center Christian COACH OF THE YEAR Diana Morris, Mogadore LEAGUE CHAMPION Mogadore FIRST TEAM Gianna Ritchie, Lake Center Christian, junior Kasey Bolyard, Mogadore, sophomore Alana Santiago, Mogadsore, junior Emma Quillen, Mogadore, senior Julie Tompkins, Mogadore, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE RUNNER OF THE YEAR Cameron Brady, Mogadore COACH OF THE YEAR Larry Bailey, Rootstown LEAGUE CHAMPION Rootstown FIRST TEAM Cameron Brady, Mogadore, junior Zach Varner, Lake Center Christian, sophomore Isaac Larson, Lake Center Christian, sophomore Brady Brown, Rootstown, junior Joey McAboy, Lake Center […]
FOOTBALL OHSAA Regional Semifinal Playoff Pairings Pairings shown with regional seed. All games on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m. Higher seeded team is the designated home team and listed first. Division I Region 1 Mentor (12-0) vs. 5. Canton McKinley (8-4) at Medina High School Ken Dukes Stadium Perrysburg (10-2) vs. 7. Lakewood St. […]
SPRINGFIELD YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE SATURDAY, NOV. 9, 2024 SCOREBOARD THIRD GRADE Cloverleaf 23, Ravenna 8 Coventry Blue 24, Springfield 8 Southeast 15, Mogadore 9 Field Black 14, Rootstown 11 Coventry White 24, Manchester Red 14 Tallmadge 21, Norton 16 FieldRed 24, Waterloo 4 Rootstown Blue 15, Ravernna Blue 12 FOURTH […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, NOV. 10, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES GARDEN SPOT: Maximus Madden 279, Robby Robers 752, Mark Ruediger 278, Rich Moore 735, Bob Smolko 275, Shawn Bolyard 717, Erin Jackson 256-654, Teri Plaso 254-668, Aleks Kiss 247-615. KSU FACULTY STAFF: Tim Myers 248-637, Eric Bollinger 221-566, Dave Horning 187-478, Chris Hill 169-165, Betsy […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Though Garfield’s season ended Friday with a 38-20 Division V Regional Quarterfinal playoff loss to Garaway, G-Men head coach Mike Moser told his team to keep their heads up and be proud of their successful 10-2 season. Moser said he told his team they shouldn’t let the loss to a […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL REGIONAL QUARTERFINAL PLAYOFFS FRIDAY, NOV. 8, 2024 SCOREBOARD Aurora 42, Geneva 14 Garaway 38, Garfield 20 Hillsdale 43, Windham 14 Streetsboro 34, Northwest 7 Columbia 28, Mogadore 0 Mentor Lake Catholic 35, Field 3 BOX SCORES DIVISION III AURORA 42, GENEVA 14 (At Veterans Stadium, Aurora) GENEVA 7-0-7-0—14 AURORA 7-14-7-14—42 SCORING SUMMARY […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor To be honest, Friday could not have started much worse for the Streetsboro Rockets. On the receiving end of the opening kickoff, the Rockets’ returner misread the flight of the ball and did not catch it, then it rolled past him and was going to stay inbounds before he […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports hosted its Girls Basketball Preview Night on Thursday at Rootstown High School, featuring eight Portage County schools playing in games against each other. The event was the first of two preview nights that Portage Sports is showcasing, with the Boys Basketball Preview Night serving as the second […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Julia Wheeler is a calculated runner. Standing on the podium at Fortress Obetz on Nov. 2, earning All-Ohio honors in Division II, was not a status she accomplished solely in the 18:25.20 it took her to cross the finish line. Wheeler’s commitment began long before that. It began with […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 253-1,871 Jack Eye, Windham 140-1,651 Bryer Pickana, Southeast 183-1,483 Drexal McAmis, Field 209-1,425 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 108-1,225 Carlos Bruton, Windham 97-1,038 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 185-1,015 Xavier Board, Aurora 104-812 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 72-802 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 62-763 Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE RUNNER OF THE YEAR Naomi Sheesley, McDonald, freshman COACH OF THE YEAR Robin Kapalko, McDonald LEAGUE CHAMPION McDonald FIRST TEAM Julia Wheeler, Southeast, junior Kylie Flere, McDonald, senior Selah Sheesley, McDonald, sophomore Naomi Sheesley, McDonald, freshman Julia Frick, Southeast, senior Kristen […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Josh Biery, LaBrae COACH OF THE YEAR Shawnn Wilson, Champion LEAGUE CHAMPION Champion FIRST TEAM Josue Lemus, Campbell Memorial, senior Dante Dueley, Champion, junior Ty Horn, Champion, sophomore Brendan Dolan, Crestview, senior Brody Justice, Garfield, senior Brady Cole, […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GRAY DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Abbey Emch, Crestview COACH OF THE YEAR Alisha Auer, Crestview LEAGUE CHAMPION Crestview FIRST TEAM Abbey Emch, Crestview, senior Alaina Auer, Crestview, junior Sophia Stewart, Crestview, junior Taylor Burns, LaBrae, senior Khloe Sanderson, LaBrae, junior Alexia Baker, […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Maylee Nadaud, Champion COACH OF THE YEAR Emily Metheny, Champion LEAGUE CHAMPION Southeast FIRST TEAM Madisyn Fisher, Brookfield, forward, senior Maylee Nadaud, Champion, midfield, sophomore Allison Henderlight, Champion, goalkeeper, junior Grayson Knoske, Champion, forward, junior Isabella Novak, Crestview, […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE SCARLET DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Dante Gentile, Springfield COACH OF THE YEAR Sean Guerriero, Springfield LEAGUE CHAMPION New Middletown Springfield FIRST TEAM Dante Gentile, Springfield, senior Carson Cunningham, Springfield, senior Thomas Sheely, Springfield, senior Wyatt Kuboff, Springfield, senior Kaesen Kosek, Springfield, senior Vincent […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GRAY DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Max Hawkins, Crestview COACH OF THE YEAR Mike Moser, Garfield LEAGUE CHAMPION Garfield FIRST TEAM Ivan Trent, Garfield, offensive line, senior Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield, defensive back, junior Devin Bates, Garfield, running back, sophomore Harper Troyer, Garfield, running back, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A list of Crestwood Red Devils student-athletes who were awarded All-Chagrin Valley Conference honors for the fall 2024 season: FOOTBALL FIRST TEAM Nate Blasioole, senior Dan Doering, senior Jake Eyerman, junior SECOND TEAM Bryce Bennett, senior Tristan Addis, senior Corey Barnauskas, senior Bryce Giel, senior Wyatt Januska, senior […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In the locker room at halftime last Friday, the Field Falcons were staring at the potential that their 2024 season had only 24 minutes remaining. “We needed to get our acts together,” said longtime head coach Matt Furino, whose team trailed Lutheran East on the road 8-3 at […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 40 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 31 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 22 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 18 Delilah Rahe, Field, 17 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 14 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 12 Olivia Willard, Streetsboro, 10 Koralee Jenior, Waterloo, 10 Taylor Larch, Crestwood, 10 NaCol Foreman, Ravenna, 10 Natalie Clark, Ravenna, 10 […]
VOLLEYBALL OHIO VOLLEYBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION ALL-OHIO TEAM DIVISION I FIRST TEAM Sydney Borowy, Magnificat, junior Jetta Brenning, Olentangy Liberty, senior Hailey Campagna, Hilliard Davidson, senior Sakura Codling, Seton, senior Emma Cugino, Olentangy Orange, junior Annabelle Groomes, St. Joseph Academy, senior Dylan Hunt, Pickerington North, senior Mackenzie Palumbo, Dublin Jerome, junior SECOND TEAM Ava Buddelmeyer, […]
VOLLEYBALL OHSAA State Tournament Pairings Home team listed first. Pairings include state rank from final regular-season OHSVCA coaches poll. All matched streamed live on NFHS Network. https://www.ohsaa.org/Sports-Tournaments/Volleyball-Girls/2024-Girls-Volleyball/2024-Girls-Volleyball-State-Tournament-Coverage Division I No. 4 Cleveland St. Joseph Academy vs. Delaware Olentangy Berlin, Friday, 5 p.m. at Clayton Northmont High School No. 1 Cincinnati Seton vs. Pickerington North, Friday, […]
FOOTBALL OHSAA Regional Quarterfinal Playoff Pairings Pairings shown with regional seed. All games on Friday, November 8, at 7 p.m., unless indicated otherwise. Division I Region 1 Strongsville (7-4) at 1. Mentor (11-0) Lakewood St. Edward (6-5) at 2. Toledo Whitmer (9-2) Berea-Midpark (4-7) at 3. Perrysburg (9-2) Canton McKinley (7-4) at 4. Massillon […]
YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, NOV. 3, 2024 THIRD GRADE SCORES Tallmadge 21, Cloverleaf 14 Coventry White 20, Rootstown White 10 Field Red 15, Norton 13 Coventry Blue 15, Field Black 3 Rootstown Blue 14, Waterloo 14 Mogadore 22, Ravenna 13 Manchester Red 8, Southeast 4 THIRD GRADE BOX SCORES MANCHESTER RED 8, SOUTHEAST […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Northern Ohio PGA announced Monday morning that the 104th Ohio Open will be moving to Firestone Country Club in 2025. Competing June 31, July 1 and 2, all three courses at Firestone will be utilized with the first two rounds on the North and West Courses and the […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY OHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS (At Fortress Obetz in Obetz, Ohio) DIVISION I TEAM STANDINGS 1. Mason 111; 2. St. Xavier 180; 3. Little Miami 183; 4. Toledo St. Francis 188; 5. Beavercreek 190; 6. Hudson 199; 7. Centerville 224; 8. Anthony Wayne 247; 9. Westerville North 252; 10. Dubline Jerome […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD OHSAA FIRST ROUND PLAYOFFS WEEK 11 | FRIDAY, NOV. 2, 2024 SCORES DIVISION III Aurora 42, Bedford 6 DIVISION IV Streetsboro 42, Cardinal Mooney 21 Mentor Lake Catholic 42, Ravenna 14 Field 24, Luthern East 16 DIVISION V Garfield 35, Trinity 26 DIVISION VI Kirtland 62, Rootstown 0 Mogadore 27, United […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, NOV. 3, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES DALE HAHN CUSTOM CRAFTS: Dale Hahn 277, Scott Enlow 697, Matt VanSickle 257-695, Brian McAllister 257, Dustin Ware 672, Tabitha Schlupe 276-681, Chris Stuttler 194, Pat Helsel 189-547, Taylor Roberts 517. MIKE’S GALS: Kelly Stebner 205-569, Sherry Tauscher 186-479, Dana Wilson 182-481. GARDEN SPOT: Robby […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Streetsboro rolled through its regular-season schedule undefeated and was rarely tested. The Rockets played well enough to trigger a running clock in nine of its 10 games. While it was gratifying to record an undefeated season, Streetsboro head coach Pete Thompson and his staff wondered how the team would respond […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For the fifth year in a row, the Garfield G-Men have won a playoff game. And for the sixth time in seven years, the team’s offense has featured at least two players with more than 600 rushing yards. Riding the wave of the team’s Single Wing offense, with […]
The 1993 Field High School boys soccer team finished the season with a 14-4-1 record. The team was coached by Jim Lipocky. The Falcons’ roster included: Front row left to right: Aaron Waller, Shawn Bergman, Darin Fisher, Todd Burton, Paul Potts, Jay Chapman, Mike Stingley, Aaron Rauber. Back row left to right: Brian McElhinney, Derek […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 253-1,871 Bryer Pickana, Southeast 183-1,483 Jack Eye, Windham 123-1,446 Drexal McAmis, Field 209-1,425 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 108-1,225 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 170-986 Carlos Bruton, Windham 83-892 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 72-798 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 62-763 Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield 69-714 Devin Bates, Garfield 93-700 […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 100 Sara Giugni, Windham, 63 Quinn Justham, Windham, 60 Kaylie Liepins, Aurora, 58 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 52 Emerson Spiesz, Aurora, 49 Hannah Kernig, Garfield, 49 Presley Courtad, Aurora, 47 Delaney Miller, Waterloo, 43 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 42 Arianna Rebecchi, Waterloo, 42 Gracie Shull, Mogadore, 41 Tenley […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Jackson Gula, Streetsboro LINEMAN OF THE YEAR Arthur Scott III, Streetsboro COACH OF THE YEAR Pete Thompson, Streetsboro Matt Furino, Field FIRST TEAM OFFENSE Buddy Willig, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS GOLF 2024 ALL-SUBURBAN LEAGUE AMERICAN CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Liam Curtis, Kent Roosevelt LEAGUE CHAMPIONS Highland Revere FIRST TEAM Liam Curtis, Kent Roosevelt Marco Silva, Barberton Zach Butcher, Highland Luke Butcher, Highland Jack Kinder, Revere Kyle Lancaster, Aurora Tommy Kinder, Revere SECOND TEAM Gabe […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS GOLF 2024 ALL-SUBURBAN LEAGUE AMERICAN CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Gracyn Vidovic, Aurora LEAGUE CHAMPION Highland FIRST TEAM Gracyn Vidovic, Aurora Elizabeth Coleman, Highland Manisha Grin, Aurora Kendall Sprutte, Highland Miley Tylicki, Highland Ashlyn Leavery, Kent Roosevelt Avery Albright, Highland SECOND TEAM Amrita Deo, Revere […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS GOLF 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GREY DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR James Morgan, Southeast FIRST TEAM James Morgan, Southeast Cameron Huff, Newton Falls Hunter Anderson, Garfield Cody Davidson, Brookfield Austin Rowe, LaBrae Brayden Demaria, Brookfield Hunter Warrender, Brookfield SECOND TEAM Derrick Campbell, Champion Evan Bates, Liberty […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS GOLF 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE SCARLET DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Trevor Simons, Waterloo Jackson Ensley, Springfield FIRST TEAM Trevor Simons, Waterloo Jackson Ensley, Springfield Chris Ragazzine, McDonald Hunter Schertzer, Jackson-Milton A.J. Sandy, Mineral Ridge Ryen Romigh, Jackson-Milton Gavin Schriner, McDonald Colton Elliott, Jackson-Milton SECOND TEAM […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS GOLF 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Taylor Blazek, Southeast FIRST TEAM Taylor Blazek, Southeast Aeryn Berena, Brookfield Sammy Morgan, Southeast Brelia Woods, Champion Maddie Touart, LaBrae Aubree Varga, Southeast Addison Snyder, Garfield SECOND TEAM Izzy Showalter, Mineral Ridge Lyric Culp, McDonald Mia Sloan, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Payton Krzeminski, Streetsboro COACH OF THE YEAR Kevin Sisak, Field Aaron Cummings, Cloverleaf FIRST TEAM Payton Krzeminski, Streetsboro, forward, senior Caleb Brastine, Field, goalkeeper, senior Zack Brownson, Cloverleaf, goalkeeper, senior Andrew Naugle, Coventry, forward, senior Brayden Ronowski, […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Madelyn Genovese, Streetsboro COACH OF THE YEAR Ryan Willard, Streetsboro Jason Schindler, Field FIRST TEAM Madelyn Genovese, Streetsboro, midfield, senior Stella Bennett, Cloverleaf, goalkeeper, sophomore Delilah Rahe, Field, forward, senior Lydia Schofield, Streetsboro, forward, senior Brooklyn Cavey, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classrooms and hallways leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Windham High School’s Jake Eye, who is […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Eden Starr, Norton DEFENSIVE SPECIALIST OF THE YEAR Catie Patterson, Woodridge COACH OF THE YEAR Stacie Kucalaba, Woodridge LEAGUE CHAMPION Woodridge FIRST TEAM Eden Starr, Norton, senior Catie Patterson, Woodridge, senior Kaitlyn Shipbaugh, Woodridge, senior Cece Patterson, Woodridge, senior Lillian Flohr, Norton, sophomore Emma […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE RUNNER OF THE YEAR Ben LaBay, Woodridge, junior COACH OF THE YEAR Jeff Howard, Woodridge LEAGUE CHAMPION Woodridge FIRST TEAM Ben LaBay, Woodridge, junior Parker Shutty, Field, senior Caleb Nevelle, Cloverleaf, junior Attiscus Sloan, Woodridge, junior Xavier Griffiths, Woodridge, junior […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS WEDNESDAY, OCT. 9, 2024 (At Goodyear Metro Park) TEAM STANDINGS 1. Mogadore 20; 2. Lake Center Christian 41; 3. Rootstown 69. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS MOGADORE 2. Kasey Bolyard 20:40; 3. Alana Santiago 20:50; 4. Emma Quillen 21:27; 5. Julie Tompkins 21:33; 6. Kai Gaetjens, 22:22. LAKE CENTER […]
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS WEDNESDAY, OCT. 9, 2024 (At Goodyer Metro Park) RACE RESULTS Grant Stevenson, Rootstown, 12:38 Kristian Patrick, Lake Center Christian, 12:59 Dylan Sturm, Rootstown, 13:58 Declan Wicks, Mogadore, 14:23 Kaden Patrick, Lake Center Christian, 14:34 Thomas Workman, Rootstown, 14:54 Owen Brade, Rootstown, 15:04 Brayden Ruff, Lake Center […]
The 1921 Mantua Center girls basketball team finished its season with a 9-2 record. The team’s results included: Mantua Center 53, Ravenna Township 7 Rootstown 25, Mantua Center 23 Mantua Center 40, Garrettsville 18 Mantua Center 21, Atwater 0 Mantua Center 41, Hiram 21 Garrettsville 20, Mantua Center 17 Mantua Center 12, Mantua Station 6 […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE RUNNER OF THE YEAR Marissa Boone, Woodridge COACH OF THE YEAR Jeff Howard, Woodridge LEAGUE CHAMPION Woodridge FIRST TEAM Marissa Boone, Woodridge, senior Lillian Singer, Woodridge, sophomore Jaja Rosario-Stanford, Woodridge, freshman Emma Hibler, Cloverleaf, senior Maddie Adams, Field, junior Ella Vaughn, Woodridge, sophomore Becky Adame, Woodridge, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Week 10 was the finale for the Portage Sports Pigskin Picks Challenge competition. It was an extremely close race to the finish. In the end, it was Chris Myers who won the 2024 championship. Myers entered the final week in a tie with reigning champion Nathan Skaggs. In Friday’s […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY DIVISION II, REGION 5 YOUNGSTOWN REGIONAL (At Boardman High School) TEAM STANDINGS 1. Hathaway Brown 80; 2. Woodridge 121; 3. St. Vincent-St. Mary 158; 4. CVCA 159; 5. Salem 191; 6. Tallmadge 195; 7. Canfield 215; 8. Crestwood 215; 9. Bay 259; 10. Marlington 260; 11. Orange 262; 12. Kenston […]
FOOTBALL OHSAA First-Round Playoff Pairings Pairings shown with regional seed. All games on Friday, November 1, at 7 p.m., unless indicated otherwise. Division I Region 1 Cleveland St. Ignatius (1-9) at 1. Mentor (10-0) Cleveland John Marshall (2-8) at 2. Toledo Whitmer (8-2) Medina (2-8) at 3. Perrysburg (8-2) Brunswick (3-7) at 4. Massillon […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 10 SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, OCT. 25, 2024 SCORES Mogadore 28, Rootstown 7 Highland 34, Aurora 0 Streetsboro 63, Cloverleaf 15 Field 6, Ravenna 3 Revere 17, Kent Roosevelt 7 Fairvirew 47, Crestwood 46 Garfield 41, Brookfield 14 Liberty 39, Southeast 19 Waterloo 12, Campbell Memorial 8 Windham 41, Fairport Harbor 25 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Gracyn Vidovic of Aurora has played golf in the biggest tournaments in Ohio: The OHSAA Division I State Tournament, the Ohio Junior Girls State Championship, NOPGA Kenny Novak Championship and a variety of other tournaments and matches during her four years of high-school golf for the Greenmen. She made […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, OCT. 27, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES GARDEN SPOT: Dave Reynolds 276-767, Nick Williams 275-779, Robby Roberts 268, Ben Hawkins 768, Erin Jackson 258-704, Teri Plaso 245-732, Jennie Kiss 255-671, Erin Jackson 704. PERFECT FIT TRIO: Jason Price 279, Tommy Gallagher 278-993, James Bender 278, Shawn Bolyard 974, Mark Ruediger 971, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association will officially release its final playoff computer rankings on Sunday. However, according to the accurate and trusted joeitel.com, Portage County had eight teams qualify for the 2024 football playoffs. Here is a look at the teams who qualified, along with their projected […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 football season has been unlike any in recent history for the Mogadore Wildcats. It has been up and down, with far more downs than the program is accustomed to, including an 0-3 start for the first time since 1975. At that point, the Wildcats were set to […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent In a matchup of undefeated teams on Friday night, Highland used a physical brand of football to defeat Aurora 34-0 and capture the Suburban League championship in the American Conference. Aurora head coach Bob Mihalik noted that Highland outplayed his squad in the trenches. “Hats off to Highland,” said Mihalik. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Another Week 10 is upon us. Just like all the others, arriving far too quickly. Championships are on the line. Playoff spots are within reach. Those are two Week 10 moments that are filled with excitement. For some, tonight will bring a much different emotion. Some will play the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For the second consecutive basketball season, Waterloo High School will be without a varsity girls basketball team. The program was initially suspended in September 2023 in a difficult decision made by athletic director Mike Devies, citing low participation numbers. Last September, Devies announced that the suspension would stretch […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 TOP TIMES OCT. 25, 2024 Nathan Eminian, Aurora, 16:13 Parker Shutty, Field, 16:16 Lucas Pollard, Field, 16:34 Zack Ploskunak, Aurora, 16:41 Carter Stevenson, Kent Roosevelt, 16:45 Connor Flynn, Aurora, 16:48 Tim Harkleroad, Streetsboro, 16:50.0 Cor Asp, Kent Roosevelt, 16:54 Caden Dillon, Southeast, 17:05 Augie Schweickert, Crestwood, 17:11 Chris Daniels, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Week 10. The moment of truth — and sponsored by Miller Garage Door. It has been an exciting close to the 2024 Portage Sports Pigskin Picks Challenge. Nathan Skaggs and Chris Myers have been deadlocked in a tie for the last few weeks and set up a Week […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In the history of Ohio sports, Portage County has been the home of some of the state’s best of the best. To celebrate those that have reached the pinnacle of competition, here is a complete list of every state champion — team or individual — from Portage County. AURORA […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 221-1,620 Bryer Pickana, Southeast 162-1,372 Jack Eye, Windham 102-1,278 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 108-1,225 Drexal McAmis, Field 170-1,222 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 72-798 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 132-791 Carlos Bruton, Windham 64-780 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 62-763 Xavier Board, Aurora 79-634 Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield 60-592 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports hosted its high school basketball and high school wrestling photoshoot on Tuesday. Both photoshoots were held to create the cover photo of the upcoming Portage Sports preview magazines for each sport. The basketball preview magazine was introduced for the 2022-23 season and has continued annually since. […]
OHSAA Football Computer Ratings – Oct. 22, 2024 (Entering Week 10) The top-16 schools from each region in the final report Oct. 27 will qualify for the playoffs. Division I Region 1 – 1. Mentor (9-0) 27.3643, 2. Perrysburg (8-1) 21.2444, 3. Canton McKinley (6-3) 20.7222, 4. Tol. Whitmer (7-2) 20.2833, 5. Lakewood St. […]
The 1999 Field Falcons football team finished with a 5-5 overall record and were 4-3 in the Portage County League. The team’s game-by-game results were: Week 1: Hawken, 13-14 Week 2: Northwest, 24-21 Week 3: Tallmadge, 6-23 Week 4: Woodridge, 47-20 Week 5: Waterloo, 14-49 Week 6: Southeast, 12-10 Week 7: Crestwood, 6-41 Week 8: […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Many high school cross country runners became regional qualifiers after competing at various district events this past weekend. Here is the complete list of regional qualifiers: DIVISION I • Aurora boys (Nathan Eminian, Connor Flynn, Zack Ploskunak, Zachary Best, Carson Aardema). • Aurora girls (Sydney Langell, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Rootstown Board of Education voted on Monday night to approve the Rootstown Rovers joining the Chagrin Valley Conference. The Rovers will begin competing in the league as a member of the Valley Division beginning in the 2025-26 school year for both middle school and high school athletics. Athletic […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GARDEN SPOT Teri Plaso, bowling in the Garden Spot League, rolled a perfect game on her way to a 760 series. A 300. It is a fete that Plaso has accomplished before. Plaso grabbed high-game honors for the entire league, both men and women. PERFECT FIT TRIO Bob […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GOLF IN THE FALL As leagues hold their final events, golf often seems it is winding down. But the fall and warm winter days can be the best time to play golf. Just look at the tournaments remaining on the calendar — scrambles that offer larger cups on the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It was an outstanding year for Portage County’s high-school golfers and a season to remember. Across six different conferences and in three divisions for OHSAA postseason tournaments, the county’s golfers rose to an elite level throughout the fall. DIVISION I DOMINANCE Liam Curtis of Kent Roosevelt made […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD WEEK 9 FRIDAY, OCT. 18, 2024 SCORES Garfield 23, Crestview 22* Streetsboro 49, Field 0 Kirtland 37, Crestwood 6 Martins Ferry 34, Rootstown 7 Aurora 53, Barberton 3 Lowellville 56, Waterloo 40* Pymatuning Valley 40, Windham 8* LaBrae 20, Southeast 7 Tallmadge 21, Kent Roosevelt 14* Ravenna 35, Coventry 7* Mogadore […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor All championships are exciting. Some, though, come in thrilling fashion. The Garfield G-Men felt it on Friday night. Trailing 16-0 in the first half of their Week 9 league showdown with Crestview, the G-Men rallied all the way back to capture a 23-22 victory over the Rebels. The […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Pete Thompson believes in his offense. And he trusts his senior quarterback. To understand his level of confidence, all you needed to do was watch the first possession of the game on Friday at Kenneth Lohr Stadium in Brimfield. After a spirited Falcons defense brought waves of tacklers […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Rootstown head coach Tom Hannan said he was pleased with his team’s effort, despite a 34-7 loss to a talented and deep Martins Ferry team Friday night. “These kids, they fight hard,” Hannan said. “My kids never quit. They’re always physical and that’s the one thing about Rootstown football: We’re never […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 Pigskin Picks Challenge is nearing its finish line. Friday marks the ninth week, with this week’s picks sponsored by Deez and Razorlined barbershop located in Rootstown. In Week 8, an unprecedented 10 competitors posted undefeated records, including challenge leaders Nathan Skaggs and Chris Myers. Skaggs and […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 190-1,470 Bryer Pickana, Southeast 140-1,282 Drexal McAmis, Field 170-1,222 Jack Eye, Windham 84-1,158 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 80-900 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 132-791 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 67-725 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 50-671 Carlos Bruton, Windham 48-593 Xavier Board, Aurora 68-556 Devin Bates, Garfield 78-530 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Metro Athletic Conference announced on Thursday night via a press release from commissioner Chris Pavlik that it has officially added Tallmadge and Cuyahoga Falls, which comes one day after Kent City Schools announced it had accepted an invitation to the league for Kent Roosevelt High School and Stanton […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 40 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 26 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 22 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 18 Delilah Rahe, Field, 17 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 14 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 12 Olivia Willard, Streetsboro, 10 Koralee Jenior, Waterloo, 10 Taylor Larch, Crestwood, 10 NaCol Foreman, Ravenna, 10 Natalie Clark, Ravenna, 10 […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16, 2024 The top teams in the Ohio Associated Press high school football polls, with first-place votes in parentheses, records and total points in voting. DIVISION I Mentor (8), 8-0, 139 Moeller (5), 7-1, 125 Winton Woods (1), 8-0, 114 Lakota West (1), 7-1, 78 Lewis […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The future of the Metro Athletic Conference will have a new look. Kent City Schools formally announced on Wednesday afternoon that Kent Roosevelt High School and Stanton Middle School have accepted an invitation to join the MAC, pending approval at the district’s Nov. 19 Board of Education meeting. The […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ryan Dwyer’s statistics tell the story of one of Northeast Ohio’s best quarterbacks in 2024. Thirteen touchdowns against only three interceptions. A completion percentage of 69.7. Zero sacks allowed for the entire season. And 1,115 yards through the air. All while leading the Aurora Greenmen to a brilliant […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer PORTAGE COUNTY GOLFERS AT THE TOP The final state golf tournament of the OHSAA season competed Monday and Tuesday at NCR Country Club in Kettering. Golfers in the Division I state tournament played the 6,772-yard fairways to a par of 70 for the event. It was a cold, rainy […]
OHSAA Football Computer Ratings – Oct. 15, 2024 (Entering Week 9) The top-16 schools from each region in the final report Oct. 27 will qualify for the playoffs. Division I Region 1 – 1. Mentor (8-0) 21.9758, 2. Canton McKinley (6-2) 19.4615, 3. Perrysburg (7-1) 18.825, 4. Lakewood St. Edward (5-3) 16.6645, 5. Tol. Whitmer […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Communities thrive for many reasons, but without question, at the top of the list would be the time, effort and enthusiasm provided by volunteers. The people who step forward to help simply because they want to. Because they care. In some cases, they step forward because nobody else […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer This is the first season for the Division I State Championship to be hosted by NCR Country Club in Kettering. Last year, Liam Curtis of Kent Roosevelt advanced to the state tournament at the Ohio State University Golf Club, Scarlet Course in Columbus, earning All-Ohio honors in seventh place. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It can only be considered a complete success for the Southeast Pirates who advanced to the OHSAA’s Division II State Championship at Firestone Country Club. Advancing both James Morgan as an individual and the girls varsity team to the final event of the season, the golfers made the Southeast […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It is hard to get to the state tournament once in Ohio, especially as an individual. What is even more difficult is returning to the state tournament as an individual a second year. But that is the success of Liam Curtis this season. A senior playing for the Kent […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer After the first round of golf at the OHSAA’s Division II State Championships, the Southeast girls sit in fourth place, just 16 strokes off the pace set by first place Columbus Academy and five strokes out of second place James Morgan, playing as an individual in the boys tournament, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer ELWOOD’S BEST On Oct. 7, Ron Elwood bowled in the Perfect Fit Trio at Spins Bowl. He fired games of 259, 278 and 279 for an outstanding 811 series. HIGH SCHOOL MATCH PLAY PERFECTION Justin Miller, competing in the High School Match Play League, tossed a 300 game […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD WEEK 8 FRIDAY, OCT. 11, 2024 SCORES Streetsboro 45, Ravenna 14 Aurora 49, Kent Roosevelt 14 Garfield 40, Newton Falls 0* Brookfield 28, Southeast 27 Coventry 21, Springfield 13 Norton 7, Woodridge 6 Berkshire 23, Crestwood 14 Rootstown 42, Grand Valley 22 Mogadore 47, Collinwood 14* Western Reserve 42, Waterloo […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer I’m going to state. Every high-school athlete would love to utter those four words before the end of their prep career. The girls varsity golf team from Southeast and Southeast boys golfer James Morgan, also a Southeast Pirate advancing as an individual, are among the elite athletes in Ohio […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For Pete Thompson and his Streetsboro football coaching staff, there are no more surprises when it comes to Cohen Klimak. They have seen him do almost everything. And the little they maybe haven’t seen yet, they know it’s coming. That is the reality when watching the Rockets’ standout […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent The undefeated Aurora Greenmen showed off their big-play capability from multiple playmakers in a 49-14 win over Kent Roosevelt on Friday. Aurora (8-0, 5-0 in the Suburban League American Division) had six plays of 20 yards or more — four on the ground and two through the air. Five different players […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Jack Eye, Windham 84-1,158 Drexal McAmis, Field 148-1,054 Bryer Pickana, Southeast 110-1,021 Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 132-989 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 80-900 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 50-671 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 112-609 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 61-599 Carlos Bruton, Windham 48-593 Xavier Board, Aurora 59-440 Logan Fincham, Streetsboro 35-439 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, OCT. 10, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER SOUTHEAST 2, WATERLOO 1 (At Waterloo) Halftime Score: Southeast, 2-0. Goals: (SE) Destiny Longgood, Grace Wheeler; (W) Alexis Henry. Assists: (SE) Sarah Craver, Maddie Lutes. Shots on Goal: Southeast, 8-7. Corner Kicks: Tied, 1-1. Goalkeepers/Saves: (W) Wood/6; (SE) Long/6. BOYS SOCCER LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Pigskin Picks Challenge enters Week 8 of the high school football season. This week’s challenge is sponsored by Stoney’s Village Pizza in Windham, where you can always pick up a variety of pizzas, including some specialties like my favorite the baked potato pizza. In Week 7, four competitors […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Mike Moser and his Garfield G-Men football coaching staff were staring at a big question mark entering the 2024 season. They needed a kicker. Veteran kicker Ethan Bittence graduated off the 2023 season after a record-breaking season, when he converted on 77-of-78 extra points in Garfield’s undefeated 10-0 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Windham High School’s Lauryn Gintert, who is in her 13th […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 40 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 26 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 22 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 18 Delilah Rahe, Field, 17 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 14 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 12 Olivia Willard, Streetsboro, 10 Koralee Jenior, Waterloo, 10 Taylor Larch, Crestwood, 10 NaCol Foreman, Ravenna, 10 Natalie Clark, Ravenna, 10 […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 88 Sara Giugni, Windham, 59 Kaylie Liepins, Aurora, 56 Quinn Justham, Windham, 55 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 48 Hannah Kernig, Garfield, 46 Emerson Spiesz, Aurora, 45 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 42 Presley Courtad, Aurora, 41 Gracie Shull, Mogadore, 41 Arianna Rebecchi, Waterloo, 38 Allison Strickland, Rootstown, 36 Tenley […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Emerson Spiez was curious about a change. After emerging as a talented setter throughout middle school, she became interested with the idea of making a position switch and eyed becoming a defensive specialist. Her heart was there and she also had a club coach who was willing to […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A coach can teach a player the fundamentals of the game. They can improve techniques. They can strategize and gameplan. What they can’t do is coach passion. But they can certainly identify it in their players within a split-second. For players like Crestwood volleyball sophomore Jackie Blasiole, there […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It was a tough district for the local girls who qualified with the best golfers in the Northeast Ohio district seeking to advance to the OHSAA’s Division I State Tournament. The Aurora and Kent Roosevelt girls had qualified first and fourth, respectively, in the Division-I sectional and were seeking […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, OCT. 8, 2024 VOLLEYBALL ST. JOHN DEF. WINDHAM, 3-0 (At St. John) WINDHAM — Quinn Justham, 13 assists; Makenzi Blockinger, 2 aces, 5 points; Sara Giugni, 9 kills, 2 blocks, 7 digs. MOGADORE DEF. ROOTSTOWN, 21-25, 25-20, 25-13, 25-23 (At Rootstown) MOGADORE — Addie Christy, 2 points, 1 ace; […]
OHSAA Releases Weekly Football Computer Ratings Football regular-season entering Week 8 COLUMBUS – The Ohio High School Athletic Association released the official weekly football computer ratings Tuesday. The computer ratings are released every week beginning in the fifth week of the season, leading up to the final report on Sunday, Oct. 27, when 448 schools – […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The OHSAA Division I boys district tournament at Pine Hills Golf Club has a reputation as one of the toughest in the state. This year’s event, which was held on Monday in Hinckley, lived up to that reputation. Playing the tough course from the back tees (6,666 yards) the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, OCT. 7, 2024 VOLLEYBALL WATERLOO DEF. WINDHAM, 27-25, 25-22, 25-22 (At Windham) WINDHAM — Sara Guigni, 15 kills, 2 blocks, 3 aces, 9 kills; Quinn Justham, 16 assists, 8 points. WATERLOO — Arianna Rebecchi, 11 digs, 2 blocks, 1 ace, 2 points, 6 kills; Delaney Miller, 7 digs, 2 aces, 4 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It was an exciting week in high-school golf as state qualifiers earned their way into the Division II and Division III OHSAA state tournaments, Division-I golfer qualified at OHSAA sectionals for the Division I state qualifiers this week and leagues concluded their play with some announcing the best golfers […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL | SUNDAY, OCT. 6, 2024 DIVISION I Seton St. Joseph Academy Magnificat Olentangy Orange Massillon Jackson Mason Perrysburg Others receiving votes: Olentangy Liberty, Pickerington Central, Pickerington North. DIVISION II Cincinnati St. Ursula Academy Anthony Wayne Avon Wadsworth Mount Notre Dame Dublin Scioto Oregon Clay […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD WEEK 7 FRIDAY, OCT. 4, 2024 SCOREBOARD Streetsboro 42, Woodridge 0* Aurora 45, Tallmadge 14 Crestwood 58, Cardinal 26 Warren JFK 20, Rootstown 14 Field 42, Coventry 6* Garfield 20, Liberty 13* Southeast 22, Champion 16 Waterloo 30, Jackson-Milton 28 Highland 56, Kent Roosevelt 7* Canton Central Catholic 23, Mogadore 14* […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, OCT. 5, 2024 BOYS SOCCER ROOTSTOWN 2, SMITHVILLE 1 (At Smithville) GOALS Rootstown: Blake Postlethwait, Zach Pastor. TEAM STATISTICS Shots on Goal — Smithville, 7-4. Corner Kicks — Smithville, 5-2. Goalkeepers/Saves — (R) Noah Zager/2, Daniell Strebler/4. VOLLEYBALL SOUTHEAST DEF. WATERLOO, 25-16, 25-16, 21-25, 25-23 (At Southeast) SOUTHEAST — […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The high school bowling season is approaching fast. The first day of coaching for high school bowling is Nov. 1 and the season begins on Nov. 15. Youth have been preparing for the season all summer and into the fall with weekly events like the High School Match Play […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Each week, Par for the Course will update the successes of Portage County collegiate athletes both on and off the golf course. Featured athletes this week include Mogadore standouts Cory Gasaway and Dillon Pendergast. Both golfers earned Player of the Year honors playing for the Wildcats in the Portage […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Opponents never got to see the full version of Lucas Manderbach in 2023. He was a standout defensively (9 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, 48 tackles), but his offensive production was stunted by the fact that he shared the backfield with another talented runner in Enzo Catania, who received […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent The Nate Blasiole Show took center stage in Crestwood’s 58-26 win over Cardinal Friday night. Blasiole rushed for 304 yards on 27 carries and scored four touchdowns in a quirky game that was a study in contrasts. Crestwood ran the ball 40 times, while Cardinal senior quarterback Cal Ciminello completed 18-of-39 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The athletic rivalry between Field and Mogadore has existed for decades. Like any great rivalry, the hope is that the play on the field is competitive and fierce, but always ends with respect and appreciation. The power of these rivalries is that the competition can build friendships and […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor We are now six weeks into our challenge, with Week 7 tonight. This week’s sponsor is Ganley Chevrolet of Aurora. Following his perfect 11-0 week in Week 6, reigning Pigskin Picks Challenge champion Nathan Skaggs is back on top of the standings for this year. Skaggs is 54-12, with […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 132-989 Jack Eye, Windham 60-826 Byer Pickana, Southeast 84-809 Drexal McAmis, Field 133-840 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 74-778 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 44-528 Carlos Bruton, Windham 39-526 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 50-516 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 90-451 Logan Fincham, Streetsboro 32-434 Ke’Shan Talbert, Kent Roosevelt […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, OCT. 3, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT SEMIFINAL GAME STREETSBORO 1, FIELD 0 (At Streetsboro) Halftime Score: Tied, 0-0. Goals: (S) Lilly Schofield. BOYS SOCCER METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT SEMIFINAL GAME FIELD 4, SPRINGFIELD 0 (At Field) GOALS Field: Logan Lonzrick, Cedric Martin, Alec Grimm, Springfield OG. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023 Streetsboro boys golf team took a step forward in the Metro Athletic Conference and gave head coach Bruce Thomas a feeling that 2024 could be something special. Thomas’ feeling proved to be true. After finishing in third place of the MAC last year with a 10-4 […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Quinn Justham, Windham, 51 Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 47 Sara Giugni, Windham, 47 Kaylie Liepins, Aurora, 46 Emerson Spiesz, Aurora, 43 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 40 Hannah Kernig, Garfield, 35 Tenley Korosec, Garfield, 35 Arianna Rebecchi, Waterloo, 33 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 30 Charlee Hill, Garfield, 26 Delaney Miller, Waterloo, 26 Emma […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 35 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 24 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 22 Delilah Rahe, Field, 17 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 15 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 12 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 11 Olivia Willard, Streetsboro, 10 Koralee Jenior, Waterloo, 10 Olivia Knepper, Streetsboro, 9 Julia Boyle, Waterloo, 9 Taylor Larch, Crestwood, 9 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, OCT. 2, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER WATERLOO 1, CANTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC 1 (At Canton Central Catholic) GOALS Waterloo: C. Henry. Canton Central Catholic: Buckler. ASSISTS Waterloo: Jenior. TEAM STATISTICS Shots on Goal — Canton Central Catholic, 9-8. Corner Kicks — Waterloo, 6-5. Goalkeepers/Saves — (W) Wood/8. VOLLEYBALL KENT ROOSEVELT DEF. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Garfield High School’s Theo Cebulla, who is 22nd year […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer For the first time in Southeast history, a golf team has qualified for the Ohio High School Athletic Association State Tournament. They earned the berth in championship honors, winning the Division II district title at J.E. Good Park Golf Course in Akron on Wednesday. The Pirates bested a dozen […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Northeast Ohio Youth Football League hosted its annual cheer competition on Sunday at Kenneth Lohr Stadium at Field High School. Participating communities included Crestwood, Field, Garfield, Mogadore, Rootstown, Southeast and Springfield. All seven communities competed against each other in three different age divisions, including Mighty Mites, Junior Varsity […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ravenna High School will induct eight into its Athletic Hall of Fame during a special ceremony scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 26. The inductees will include: DIANDRA GIBSON Class of 2012 Gibson played soccer (4 letters), basketball (4 letters) and softball (2 letters). She was a four-year starter for the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, OCT. 1, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT FIELD 8, RAVENNA 0 (At Field) GOALS Field: Delilah Rahe 3, Mckayla Miller 2, Taryn Allen 2, Ally Harlin. ASSISTS Field: Miller 2, Rahe 2, Brooklyn Wilson, Kenzie Constable, Peyton Schock. TEAM STATISTICS Shots on Goal — Field, 25-6. Corner Kicks — […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF The Division I girls at Old Avalon Golf Club in Warren proved to be the perfect starting point for Portage County teams starting on their journey toward the state tournament. Aurora won the event with a final 336 score and Kent Roosevelt grabbed the fourth and final […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer James Morgan is going to state. The Southeast junior becomes the first member of the Southeast boys team to qualify for the OHSAA State Tournament. It has been a good couple years for Southeast as girls golf standout Taylor Blazek became the first golfer in Southeast school history to […]
OHSAA Football Computer Ratings – Oct. 1, 2024 (Entering Week 7) Top 16 schools from each region in the final report Oct. 27 will qualify for the playoffs. Division I Region 1 – 1. Mentor (6-0) 15.0202, 2. Perrysburg (6-0) 14.8333, 3. Lakewood St. Edward (3-3) 11.0335, 4. Canton McKinley (4-2) 10.4975, 5. Tol. […]
Six-man football arrived in Ohio in 1938 and Windham took to the sport like very few other teams in the nation. In 1939, in only its second season, Windham was undefeated and was declared Ohio’s state champion by the creator of the sport, Stephen Epler, who ranked teams for “American Boy” magazine. Windham’s Superintendent and […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Dean Dunlavy knew all along that he was getting an impact player. What the Southeast’s veteran girls soccer head coach didn’t know was that freshman Grace Wheeler was going to emerge as a scoring phenom so quickly. And with such proficiency that Wheeler’s name would find its way […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, SEPT. 30, 2024 BOYS GOLF OHSAA DIVISION I BOYS SECTIONAL (At Windmill Lakes Golf Club, Ravenna – Par 70) Top-four teams and four individuals not on qualifying teams advance to D1 District. TEAM STANDINGS: Hudson 278, Walsh Jesuit 300, Brecksville Broadview Hts 301, Stow-Munroe Falls 312, Aurora 314, St. Vincent-St. Mary […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The quest to qualify for the OHSAA state championship continues this week with sectional and district tournaments taking over the fairways of Northeast Ohio. But first, a few highlights from last week’s action. THE ROOTSTOWN GIRLS The season is over for the Rootstown girls golf team, but not […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL | SUNDAY, SEPT. 29, 2024 DIVISION I Seton Magnificat St. Joseph Academy Olentangy Orange Massillon Jackson Mason Pickerington Central Others receiving votes: Newark, Olentangy Liberty, Perrysburg, Pickerington North. DIVISION II Cincinnati St. Ursula Academy Anthony Wayne Avon Wadsworth Mount Notre Dame Kings Dublin […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer SOUTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL TOURNAMENT Olde Dutch Mill was filled with junior golfers last Sunday, when Southeast hosted a middle-school tournament and the regular junior league continued Sunday play. Almost 60 junior golfers filled the fairways to both learn golf or compete in the five-team tournament. Champion of the tournament […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Matt Lyons, bowling in the Garden Spot League, rolled the 12 strikes in a row needed to bowl a 300 game, leading the league for high game. Patrick Adolph tossed a 278-761 and Dave Reynolds was in the top three with his 269-794 effort. Leading the women was Jennie […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, SEPT. 28, 2024 BOYS SOCCER TWINSBURG 1, AURORA 0 (At Aurora) GOALS Twinsburg: Mario Sanders. TEAM STATISTICS Shots on Goal — Twinsburg, 8-1. Corner Kicks — Twinsburg, 6-1. KIDRON CENTRAL CHRISTIAN 6, ROOTSTOWN 2 (At Kidron Central Christian) GOALS Rootstown: Blake Postlethwait, Noah Kager. Kidron Central Christian: Not reported. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF ROOSEVELT’S CURTIS ADVANCES TO DISTRICT Liam Curtis, a senior at Kent Roosevelt and Kent State University men’s golf commit, fired a 3-over 75 to advance to the OHSAA’s Division I Pine Hills District. Curtis was consistent throughout the day at Tannenhauf, firing six bogeys and three birdies, […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 6 FRIDAY, SEPT. 27, 2024 SCORES Garfield 42, Southeast 7 Streetsboro 55, Norton 0 Field 49, Springfield 8* Rootstown 41, St. Thomas Aquinas 6 Aurora 68, Cuyahoga Falls 7 McDonald 35, Waterloo 0* Windham 60, Mathews 6 Warren JFK 27, Mogadore 8 Chagrin Falls 28, Crestwood 0 Woodridge 27, Coventry 0 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Garfield G-Men offense entered the 2024 season absent of 3,229 yards rushing. Keegan Sell (1,389 yards), Eric Geddes (1,226) and Deacon Sommer (614) all graduated, leaving an enormous void in the team’s backfield. While most programs would struggle through a rebuild, the G-Men had the pieces in place […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Streetsboro was dominant on both sides of the ball in a commanding 55-0 win over Norton on a rainy Friday night. “By far, this is our most complete game (of the season),” said Streetsboro head coach Pete Thompson. It came against a Panthers team that entered also unbeaten in league play. After notching […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25, 2024 VOLLEYBALL CHAMPION DEF. SOUTHEAST, 25-21, 25-15, 25-17 (At Champion) SOUTHEAST — Leila Evans, 10 kills, 3 blocks; Lilly Massrock, 13 assists; Kayla Grope, 13 kills. TUESDAY CRESTWOOD DEF. WICKLIFFE, 25-14, 25-13, 25-15 (At Crestwood) CRESTWOOD — Mia Kalista, 11 points, 2 kills, 22 assists, 6 digs; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 Pigskin Picks Challenge heats up as competitors push into the final five weeks of picks. Six different people are all tied atop the standings: Alex Blake, Tom Rauber, Nathan Skaggs, Chris Myers, Jim Manion and Casey Timmons. Three more are just one game off the lead and […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Tonight’s marks the tilt to the second half of the season. Week 6. All of the games have been important to this point, obviously, but the pressure of the schedule begins to heighten from this point forward. As playoff positioning and league standings shape out, each game will […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 107-834 Drexal McAmis, Field 121-717 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 61-716 Jack Eye, Windham 55-714 Byer Pickana, Southeast 68-647 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 48-492 Carlos Bruton, Windham 37-487 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 35-394 Ke’Shan Talbert, Kent Roosevelt 45-379 Damien Reuting, Rootstown 78-368 Logan Fincham, Streetsboro […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A football team’s success can always be directly tied to the play of its offensive line. They are the unsung heroes. They are the warriors who are not afraid to get dirty, grinding their way through the bruising work that they know awaits them on every snap. They do […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Aurora’s Laura Bell-Peters, who is in her 20th year teaching […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF ROUNDUP The fourth and final tournament for the Suburban League was hosted by Brookledge Golf Club in Cuyahoga Falls on Wednesday for both the American and National Divisions. Aurora individual golfers demonstrated they were still among the best in the area as Gracyn Vidovic earned medalist honors […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Sara Giugni, Windham, 45 Quinn Justham, Windham, 45 Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 40 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 40 Emerson Spiesz, Aurora, 38 Hannah Kernig, Garfield, 35 Tenley Korosec, Garfield, 35 Kaylie Liepins, Aurora, 34 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 30 Charlee Hill, Garfield, 26 Emma Zsiros, Streetsboro, 24 Gracie Shull, Mogadore, 24 Presley […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 30 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 21 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 19 Delilah Rahe, Field, 14 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 10 Olivia Willard, Streetsboro, 10 Olivia Knepper, Streetsboro, 9 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 9 NaCol Foreman, Ravenna, 8 Kelsey Tucker, Field, 8 Julia Boyle, Waterloo, 8 Koralee Jenior, Waterloo, 8 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Erin Hallis calls herself a player who will lead by example. Eric Sway, the Crestwood girls soccer head coach, does not disagree. He describes Hallis, his senior standout, as a player who is driven in the most quiet of ways. Quiet with her words, maybe, but her game […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, SEPT. 23, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS MONDAY SOUTHEAST 3, EAST LIVERPOOL 2 (At Southeast) FIRST SINGLES: Halley Reynolds (S) vs. Mia Williams (EL) _ 6-1, 6-1 Southeast. SECOND SINGLES: Miranda Timko (S) vs. Isabella Johnson (EL) _ 6-0, 6-0 Southeast. THIRD SINGLES: Makayla Flories (S) vs. Mayson McCready (EL) 6-3, 6-1 Southeast. […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL OHSAA PLAYOFF COMPUTER RANKINGS SEPT. 24, 2024 Note: The top 16 schools from each region in the final report Oct. 27 will qualify for the playoffs. Division I Region 1 – 1. Mentor (5-0) 12.15, 2. Perrysburg (5-0) 12, 3. Lakewood St. Edward (3-2) 10.3433, 4. Tol. Whitmer (4-1) 9.15, 5. Canton […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Pirates are headed to the district tournament. Following Monday’s Division II Sectional tournaments at Punderson (the girls) and Windmill Lakes (the boys), it was again the Southeast Pirates that accepted the challenge. When all teams had completed their 18 holes, at Windmill Lakes for the boys and Punderson […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It’s tournament time in Ohio for all golfers as they begin OHSAA postseason sectional tournament action this week. There is much anticipation among Portage County teams to continue the success they have had in conference tournament action. As the Portage Trail Conference, the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference and the […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL | SEPT. 22, 2024 DIVISION I Seton Magnificat St. Joseph Academy Olentangy Orange Massillon Jackson Mason Pickerington Central Others receiving votes: Hilliard Darby, Mentor, Newark, Olentangy Liberty, Perrysburg, Pickerington North. DIVISION II Cincinnati St. Ursula Academy Anthony Wayne Avon Mount Notre Dame Kings Wadsworth […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER GREATER AKRON SCHOLASTIC SOCCER COACHES ASSOCIATION DISTRICT POLL | SEPT. 22, 2024 DIVISION I Poll not reported DIVISION II Hudson Walsh Jesuit Hoover Wadsworth North Royalton Green Stow Perry Brecksville-Broadview Heights Cuyahoga Falls Barberton DIVISION III Revere Highland CVCA Cloverleaf Marlington Tallmadge Kent Roosevelt Copley Louisville Alliance DIVISION IV Field Norwayne […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF ROCKETS CLAIM SHARE OF METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP For the first time in school history, the Streetsboro boys golf team are champions. The Rockets, with their second-place finish at Thursday’s league tournament championship, shared the league title with Norton. The MAC weights its regular season and league […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, SEPT. 21, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS SUBURBAN LEAGUE TOURNAMENT AMERICAN DIVISION TEAM FINISHES 1. Highland; 2. Revdre; 3. Aurora; 4. Copley; 5. Kent Roosevelt; 6. Tallmadge; 7. Cuyahoga Falls; 8. Barberton. FIRST SINGLES CHAMPIONSHIP Haynes (Highland) def. Komlanc (Copley), 6-1, 6-2. SECOND SINGLES CHAMPIONSHIP Schlak (Highland) def. Kurra (Revere), 6-2, 6-2. THIRD […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer TWO PERFECT GAMES THIS WEEK Troy Allison, bowling in the Perfect Fit Trio, Erin Jackson continued to a three-game set of 743 for both high game and series. Her mom, Teri Plaso, tossed the second-high series in the league, a 652. Only Tanya Hunter ruined the daughter-mom duo at […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Northern Ohio PGA hosts the Mitchell Haskins Tour Championship today and Monday at The Country Club in Pepper Pike. The tour championship welcomes tournament champions from section events, past tour winners as well as the top-30 members, six associates and 15 seniors off the points list. Golfers to […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCOREBOARD WEEK 5 FRIDAY, SEPT. 20, 2024 SCORES Mineral Ridge 42, Waterloo 18 Crestwood 52, Brooklyn 14 Rootstown 34, Akron North 6 Aurora 49, Copley 12 Norton 28, Field 7 Mogadore 34, Ellet 18* Garfield 50, Champion 0* Crestview 68, Southeast 19 Windham 61, Grand Valley 26 Barberton 17, Kent Roosevelt […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Norton made bigs plays in all three phases of the game to secure a 28-7 road game victory over previously undefeated Field on Friday at Kenneth Lohr Stadium in Brimfield. “I thought that was the best complete football game we’ve played special team-wise, defense-wise, offense,” said Norton head coach Glen […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Waterloo football head coach Mike Devies is prepared to take his team back to the basics on Monday. A day that is typically scheduled as a walkthrough day, will have a different look for the Vikings. “It is time to get back to the fundamentals,” Devies said. The […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The number 100 takes center stage for two communities on Friday night for the fifth week of the high school football season. In Streetsboro, head coach Pete Thompson is sitting on 99 career wins. The veteran coach is in his 13th season, with his stint with the Rockets […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL FRIDAY, SEPT. 20, 2024 DIVISION I Rank School Total Points 1. Mentor (5) (4-0) 114 2. Cincinnati Winton Woods (5) (4-0) 105 3. Lakewood St. Edward (3) (3-1) 92 T4. Grove City (4-0), Cincinnati Moeller (3-1) 63 6. Perrysburg (4-0) 56 7. West Chester Lakota West (3-1) […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Drexal McAmis, Field 109-656 Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 77-574 Byer Pickana, Southeast 53-540 Jack Eye, Windham 39-487 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 38-400 Damien Reuting, Rootsotwn 67-340 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 33-324 Harper Troyer, Garfield 31-225 Carlos Bruton, Windham 25-219 Devin Bates, Garfield 44-202 Xavier Board, Aurora […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY 2024 TOP TIMES SEPT. 19, 2024 Nathan Eminian, Aurora, 16:13 Parker Shutty, Field, 16:33 Zack Ploskunak, Aurora, 16:41 Lucas Pollard, Field, 16:45 Tim Harkleroad, Streetsboro; Connor Flynn, Aurora, 16:48 Caden Dillon, Southeast, 17:05 Augie Schweickert, Crestwood, 17:11 Zach Best, Aurora, 17:28 Kevin Vechery, Crestwood, 17:49 Chris Daniels, Streetsboro, 17:50.66 Derik […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Believe it or not, here we are, the halfway point of the season. Week 5. For the Pigksin Picks, the challenge has turned into a back and forth amongst the top of the standings. Alex Blake and Tom Rauber, along with Portage Sports owner Tom Nader, have all […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, SEPT. 19, 2024 VOLLEYBALL WATERLOO DEF. BERLIN CENTER WESTERN RESERVE, 22-25, 14-25, 26-24, 25-21, 15-13 (At Waterloo) WATERLOO — Arianna Rebecchi, 1 assist, 12 digs, 2 aces, 12 kills; Delaney Miller, 1 assist, 6 digs, 3 aces, 2 kills; Isabella Kozma, 5 blocks, 7y digs, 2 aces, 5 kills; Isabell McKenna, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer PORTAGE COUNTY TEAMS MAKE HEADLINES AT MVAC CHAMPIONSHIPS The success was in the numbers at the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference championship tournaments on Wednesday. The Southeast girls won the championship easily, making it their first conference win in the MVAC and their fourth straight conference victory, continuing their success […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 21 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 16 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 15 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 10 Delilah Rahe, Field, 9 NaCol Foreman, Ravenna, 8 Kelsey Tucker, Field, 8 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 7 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 7 Julia Boyle, Waterloo, 7 Reese Tucker, Field, 6 Koralee Jenior, […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Quinn Justham, Windham, 32 Sara Giugni, Windham, 31 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 30 Hannah Kernig, Garfield, 29 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 27 Charlee Hill, Garfield, 25 Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 24 Emma Zsiros, Streetsboro, 24 Gracie Shull, Mogadore, 24 Tenley Korosec, Garfield, 23 Arianna Rebecchi, Waterloo, 17 Addy Lay, Field, […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL OHSAA Football Computer Ratings – Sept. 18, 2024 (Entering Week 5) Top-16 schools from each region in the final report Oct. 27 will qualify for the playoffs. Division I Region 1 – 1. Mentor (4-0) 10.25, 2. Perrysburg (4-0) 9.575, 3. Lakewood St. Edward (3-1) 9.2628, 4. Tol. Whitmer (3-1) 7.675, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Aurora Greenmen may have surprised a few teams, winning the American Division by nine strokes over Medina Highland during Tuesday’s Suburban League Tournament No. 3. The Greenmen fired a 317 team total and also claimed one of three medalists. Kyle Lancaster was at the top of the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, 2024 BOYS SOCCER ROOTSTOWN 11, ST. THOMAS AQUINAS 0 (At Rootstown) GOALS Rootstown: Blake Postlethwait 3, Zach Pastor 2, Nigel Wright 2, Jacob Sturm, Bryson Scarlett, Tycho Smolk, Sam Textor. ASSISTS Rootstown: Pastor 2, Oliver Hunt 2, Zach Hays, Dylan Boland, Scarlett, Sturm, Wright. TEAM STATISTICS Shots on Goal […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Home is where the heart is. For Sara Giugni, home is 4,291 miles away in Sondrio, a small village in northern Italy close to the border with Switzerland. Her heart is being filled with a new home right now, though. Windham, Ohio. The foreign-exchange student arrived in Windham […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Rootstown High School boys soccer program will host a Military Appreciation Night as part of the team’s matchup with St. Thomas Aquinas on Tuesday at Robert C. Dunn Field. The game is scheduled for a 7 p.m. start, with the Rootstown girls playing, also against the Knights, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF MORGAN TIES NINE-HOLE RECORD FOR SOUTHEAST Southeast’s James Morgan is having an outstanding junior year and Monday was simply a continuation. As the Pirates beat Liberty (166 to 215), Morgan fired a 3-under-par 33. It was not only the lowest score of the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, SEPT. 16, 2024 GIRLS GOLF CHRISTINE TERLESKY MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT (At The Lake Club, Warren – Par 72) DIVISION II TEAM STANDINGS Southeast 350, Columbiana 379, West Branch 405, Lakeview High School 415, Ursuline 434, Poland 462. Medalist: Taylor Blazek, Southeast 81 SOUTHEAST (350): Taylor Blazek 81, Sammy Morgan 84, Aubree Varga […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ever wonder how some of Portage County’s greatest student-athletes still rank in Ohio history? Here is a look at the place they still hold in the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s state record book. BASEBALL OFFENSE CAREER HITS 9. Nick Jones, Woodridge, 178 (2005-2008) 23. Mike DeBord, Woodridge, 162 […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER GREATER AKRON SCHOLASTIC SOCCER COACHES ASSOCIATION DISTRICT POLL — SEPT. 16, 2024 DIVISION I Jackson Brunswick Medina GlenOak Canton McKinley DIVISION II Hudson Walsh Jesuit Hoover Brecksville-Broadview Heights Wadsworth Green North Royalton Perry Stow Cuyahoga Falls DIVISION III Revere Highland Cloverleaf Tallmadge Marlington CVCA Kent Roosevelt Copley Louisville Lake DIVISION IV […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Friday will be Champions Day at Crestwood. The school district will host a day filled with athletic fun for students in grades six through 12 with special abilities from across Portage County. The student-athletes will start the day by receiving the game-day thrill of having their names announced […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY BOARDMAN SPARTAN INVITATIONAL (At Boardman High School) DIVISION II TEAM STANDINGS 1. Bay 79; 2. Woodridge 119; 3. Lexington 133; 4. CVCA 208; 5. Minerva 224; 6. Rocky River 241; 7. Lakeview 246; 8. Chagrin Falls 263; 9. Salem 296; 10. Orange 299; 11. Canal Fulton Northwest 331; 12. Tallmadge […]
By Susan Junior Staff Writer It was a night to remember for the Southeast Pirates varsity girls golf team. The team concluded their regular season with a perfect 17-0 record and 14-0 in their first year as a member of the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference. It was also the final home match for Taylor […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer John Kertis fired a 300 game in the Perfect Fit League to lead all bowlers for high game. Rob Smolko had an outstanding 299 game, obviously, just missing high game by one pin. Jeremie Grund owned high series, a 976. Bonny Bender, in the same league bowled the high […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The 94th Habitec-Toledo Open, competed over two days at Highland Meadows Golf Club in Sylvania found several local players golfing in the event. One of the highest finishes of local golfers was Nathan Tarter, an alumnus of Mogadore High School’s varsity golf team and currently employed at Firestone Country Club […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Just about everything you can imagine is different for the Windham Bombers’ football team in 2024. You can see it. You can feel it. On Friday, the newest audience to witness it were the Tuscarawas Central Catholic Saints. Trust that they left Windham’s Ed Liddle Field in agreement […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent A dominant ground game propelled Crestwood to a 40-6 victory over Beachwood at Jack Lambert Stadium on Friday night. “I can’t be more proud of the full team effort tonight,” said Crestwood head coach Jack D’Amato. The Red Devils’ rushing attack was led by senior running back Nate Blasiole, who had 112 yards […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, SEPT. 13, 2024 FOOTBALL | WEEK 4 SCORES Windham 42, Tuscarawas Central Catholic 0 Aurora 41, Revere 0 Crestwood 40, Beachwood 6 Pymatuning Valley 26, Rootstown 21 Mogadore 39, Newark Catholic 7* Field 20, Woodridge 14* Streetsboro 77, Coventry 0* Garfield 28, LaBrae 14* New Middletown Springfield 49, Waterloo […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Friday’s fourth week of high school football will have nice weather, the start of league play and much, much more. Let’s look at all of the action before tonight’s kickoff. WHERE IS ALL THE NOISE? Through the first three weeks of the season, I have seen […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Pigskin Picks Challenge moves into its fourth week. This week’s competition is sponsored by Roma’s Bar and Grille, which is located in Mogadore. Gavin English jumped into the lead spot after Week 3, holding a one game advantage over previous leader Alex Blake and Casey Timmons. Here […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Nate Blasiole, Crestwood 77-574 Drexal McAmis, Field 86-499 Jack Eye, Windham 37-407 Byer Pickana, Southeast 39-386 Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 33-324 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 28-311 Damien Reuting, Rootsotwn 56-227 Harper Troyer, Garfield 26-185 Landon McClain, Waterloo 37-169 Carlos Bruton, Windham 22-162 Xavier Board, Aurora 25-145 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, SEPT. 12, 2024 VOLLEYBALL STREETSBORO DEF. FIELD (At Field) STREETSBORO — Emma Zsiros, 17 kills; Ava Bodovetz, 16 kills, 19 digs; Neveah Monroe, 12 digs, 3 aces; Katie Blythe, 10 digs; Shemayah Stevens, 41 assists, 3 aces. MOGADORE DEF. ROOTSTOWN, 25-23, 20-25, 25-20, 25-17 (At Mogadore) MOGADORE — Emma Butler, 16 […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL THURSDAY, SEPT. 12, 2024 DIVISION I 1. Cincinnati Moeller (4), 3-0, 88 2. Cincinnati Winton Woods (1), 3-0, 83 3. Lakewood St. Edward (3), 2-1, 76 4. Mentor (2), 3-0, 74 5. Powell Olentangy Liberty, 3-0, 68 6. Cincinnati Elder, 3-0, 55 T7. Grove City (1), 3-0, 38 […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Quinn Justham, Windham, 32 Sara Guigni, Windham, 31 Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 24 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 22 Arianna Rebecchi, Waterloo, 17 Tenley Korosec, Garfield, 15 Delaey Miller, Waterloo, 12 Charlee Hill, Garfield, 11 Mollie Mathews, Field, 10 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 8 Allison Strickland, Rootstown, 8 Addy Germann, Rootstown, 8 Colbie […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 17 Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 13 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 10 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 9 Delilah Rahe, Field, 7 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 7 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 7 Reese Tucker, Field, 6 Kelsey Tucker, Field, 6 Alyssa Hallis, Crestwood, 5 NaCol Foreman, Ravenna, 5 Claire Dillner, Southeast, 5 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11, 20224 BOYS GOLF MOGADORE 161, LAKE CENTER 184 (At Paradise Lake Country Club, Suffield – Par 34) MOGADORE (161): Jude Thiry 38, Tyler Pendergast 37, Max Shannon 41, Noah Hopkins 48, Brock Thiry 45, Jackson Lanham 48. LAKE CENTER (184): Jacob Rainieri 36, Tristan Roberts 42, Mason Pizor 47, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, SEPT. 10, 2024 BOYS SOCCER WICKLIFFE 6, CRESTWOOD 0 (At Crestwood) GOALS Wickliffe: Not reported. AURORA 1, CUYAHOGA FALLS 0 (At Aurora) GOALS Aurora: Chris Savukas (Cam Gentille). Shots on Goal — Tied, 7-7. Corner Kicks — Tied, 3-3. FIELD 2, CLOVERLEAF 1 (At Field) GOALS Field: Cedric Martin, Brayden Ronowski. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series that is designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Kent Roosevelt’s Shelley Loofboro, who is in her 13th […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER GREATER AKRON SCHOLASTIC SOCCER COACHES ASSOCIATION DISTRICT POLL DIVISION I NOT REPORTED DIVISION II Hudson Walsh Jesuit Hoover North Royalton Stow Wadsworth Cuyahoga Falls Perry Green Barberton, Brecksville-Broadview Heights DIVISION III Revere Highland Cloverleaf Tallmadge Marlington, Copley — Louisville CVCA Kent Roosevelt Alliance […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF ROVERS CONTINUE TO SET NEW SEASON RECORDS Rootstown welcomed the Springfield Spartans to Sunny Hill Golf Course on Monday, then soundly defeated them 178 to 208. New records were set during the match, including the lowest-team score of 178, with the previous low being a 181. On […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Through the course of Blake Postlethwait’s soccer career at Rootstown, opposing teams have probably felt that they have seen him all over the field. Talented players with speed, footskills and intelligence often make their opposition feel that way. And all of that is true for Postlethwait. But so is […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, SEPT. 9, 2024 GIRLS GOLF SOUTHEAST 186, BROOKFIELD 258 (At Yankee Lake Golf Course, Warren – Par 36) SOUTHEAST (186): Taylor Blazek 43, Sammy Morgan 43, Aubree Varga 49, Jessi Mix 52, Jenni Mix 52, Adrianna Sloan 51. BROOKFIELD (258): Ava Giordano 58, Kali Kettler 64, Jenna Agueda 69, Juliana Replogle […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer MIDDLE SCHOOL GOLF It was the middle school golf teams that were in action at Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course in Lake Milton on Sunday as the Southeast Middle School golf team welcomed the golfers from Lake Middle School in Hartville. The Pirates won the match, scoring a team […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer ROUGH RIDER INVITATIONAL CONCLUDED On Friday, 16 of the top teams in Northeast Ohio and beyond gathered at Windmill Lakes Golf Club in Ravenna for the annual Rough Rider Invite. The tournament was rained out, but that didn’t stop the competition as teams returned on Saturday to finish the […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL SUNDAY, SEPT. 8, 2024 DIVISION I School, Points (First-Place Votes) Seton, 117 (10) Magnificat, 94 Massillon Jackson, 82 St. Joseph Academy, 71 (1) Olentangy Ornage, 60 (1) Perrysburg, Newark, 41 — Pickerington North, Olentangy, 35 — Mason, 28 Others receiving votes: Hilliard Bradley, […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY STREETSBORO INVITATIONAL (At Streetsboro High School) TEAM STANDINGS 1. Southeast 38; 2. Crestwood 51; 3. Garfield 76; 4. Streetsboro 98; 5. Cardinal 16; 6. Rootstown 168; 7. Ravenna 189; 8. Kent Roosevelt 198. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS SOUTHEAST Julia Wheeler; 3. Kristen Campbell; 7. Julia Frick; 12. Grace Wheeler; 15. Natalie Campbell. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer KEEPING IT CLOSE Kelly Stebner and Kim Stull tied for high game in the Mike’s Gal’s League, each rolling a 203. Stebner continued with her solid bowling to finish with a 559 high series, but Sue Motti sneaked in the top two, bowling a 516 high series with her […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, SEPT. 8, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER FIELD 2, TALLMADGE 1 (At Tallmadge) GOALS Field: Mckayla Miller, Delilah Rahe. ASSISTS Field: Kelsey Tucker, Audrey Richmond. Shots on Goal — Tallmadge, 5-4. Corner Kicks — Field, 3-2. Goalkeepers/Saves — (F) Carlee Fafrak/3. BOYS SOCCER AURORA 1, CANFIELD 1 (At Canfield) GOALS Aurora: […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer So, what happened to the golfers you loved to read about and follow in high school? Many of them have continued both their golfing and their education at colleges and universities in Ohio. Collegiate golf has two seasons — fall and spring. Several tournaments are beginning this weekend and […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Matt Furino knows that his team’s offense on Friday will not win any creativity awards. However, considering the circumstances his Field Falcons faced, it is fair to ask: What offense would? Heavy rain, along with an unexpected change in available personnel, put Furino and his staff in a unique […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, SEPT. 6, 2024 FOOTBALL — WEEK 3 SCOREBOARD Field 21, Rootstown 0 Dalton 34, Mogadore 0* Aurora 37, West Geauga 0 Cuyahoga Falls 21, Southeast 6 Lakewood 21, Kent Roosevelt 13* Windham 26, Jackson-Milton 14 Garfield 20, Normandy 12* Revere 35, Ravenna 0* Streetsboro 56, Alliance 6* Cuyahoga Heights 35, Crestwood […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Week 3 of the high school football season kicks off tonight. For the Portage County teams in the Suburban League, Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference, Metro Athletic Conference and Chagrin Valley Conference, tonight is the final week of non-league games before beginning league play in Week 4. There are […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Portage County was in the spotlight at Olde Dutch Mill Golf Course in Lake Milton as the Southeast boys welcomed Rootstown in addition to the Pirates’ girls program hosting the Rough Riders of Kent Roosevelt on Thursday. The match included solid golf, close matches and praise from the coaches […]
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 2024 STATISTICAL LEADERS OFFENSE RUSHING Player, School Att.-Yards Cohen Klimak, Streetsboro 33-324 Byer Pickana, Southeast 27-323 Drexal McAmis, Field 55-288 Jack Eye, Windham 17-241 Lucas Manderbach, Aurora 21-237 Landon McClain, Waterloo 32-140 Janiere Cook, Streetsboro 11-131 Xavier Board, Aurora 20-131 Harper Troyer, Garfield 16-124 Marcus Council, Streetsboro 17-118 Victor Brown, Field 20-107 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Pigskin Picks Challenge enters Week 3. The first two weeks have shown a bit of parity throughout the competitors. This week’s picks are sponsored by Water Street Tavern in Kent. Before we look at this week’s list of games and selections, let’s first review the records following the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, SEPT. 5, 2024 VOLLEYBALL MCDONALD DEF. WATERLOO, 25-21, 25-14, 25-10 (At Waterloo) Waterloo: Arianna Rebecchi, 6 kills, 3 digs; Delaney Miller, 1 kill, 8 digs, 1 ace, 1 assist; Brilyn Eddy, 5 digs, 18 assists; Isabelle McKenna, 4 kills, 1 block; Isabella Kozma, 1 kill, 3 digs, 1 ace, 1 block, […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Quinn Justham, Windham, 22 Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 15 Tenley Korosec, Garfield, 10 Mollie Mathews, Field, 10 Charlee Hill, Garfield, 9 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 9 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 8 Allison Strickland, Rootstown, 7 Addy Germann, Rootstown, 6 Olivia Dyer, Field, 6 Morgan Stoicoiu, Field, 6 SERVICE POINTS […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 12 Erin Hallis, Crestwood, 12 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 10 Ava Julian, Crestwood, 6 Liv Martini, Crestwood, 6 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 5 Delilah Rahe, Field, 5 Reese Tucker, Field, 4 Mayara Krifa, Kent Roosevelt, 4 Julia Boyle, Waterloo, 3 Natalie Clark, Ravenna, 3 Elliott Smallfield, Rootstown, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF SOUTHEAST REMAINS UNBEATEN Southeast girls improved their record to 12-0 overall and 8-0 in the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Gray Division with a victory over Champion at Olde Dutch Mill in Lake Milton on Wednesday. Taylor Blazek continued her dominating run in matches, firing a 39 to earn […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4, 2024 VOLLEYBALL WINDHAM DEF. LORDSTOWN, 25-11, 25-12, 25-20 (At Windham) Windham: Quinn Justham, 23 assists, 15 points, 6 aces; Sara Guigni, 25 kills, 4 blocks; Sydnie Sweet, 13 digs. TUESDAY CRESTWOOD DEF. FIELD, 25-12, 25-20, 25-12 (At Crestwood) Crestwood: Mia Kalista, 9 points, 3 aces, 12 assists, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF THE PIRATES EARN ANOTHER TIGHT VICTORY The Southeast Pirates improved their record to 9-2 in the MVAC Gray Division with a four-stroke victory over the Garfield G-Men 188-192 on Tuesday. James Morgan again was the best on the fairways, firing a 2-over-par 38 on his way to […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports proudly introduces its new series called “Coaches in the Classroom.” The series celebrates coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Waterloo High School’s Mike Devies who is in his 10th year […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Some of the greatest student-athletes in the history of Streetsboro High School will be inducted into the athletic department’s Hall of Fame on Sept. 13. The group will be recognized at the Rockets’ Friday home football game against Coventry in Week 4. The induction class includes six: Ken […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, SEPT. 3, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER CRESTWOOD 12, PAINESVILLE HARVEY 1 (At Crestwood) GOALS Crestwood: Erin Hallis 4, Ava Julian 2, Taylor Larch, Liv Martini, Alyssa Hallis, Lilly Stoots, Hailey Persarchek. ASSISTS Crestwood: Larch 6, E. Hallis, Julian, Martini. BOYS SOCCER CRESTWOOD 6, LABRAE 1 (At Crestwood) GOALS Crestwood: Elijah […]
The 1948 Atwater High School football team won the Portage County League championship. The Spartans finished the season with a 6-3 record, sharing the title with Ravenna Township High School. The team’s week-by-week results were: Week 1: Atwater 12, Goshen 0 Week 2: Suffield 13, Atwater 0 Week 3: Coventry 13, Atwater 0 Week 4: […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Growing up, afternoons in the fall were filled with soccer for Alana Santiago. That changed the moment she chose to join the school’s Girls on the Run program in sixth grade. “It started a running obsession for me,” said the Mogadore High School junior cross country standout. It […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY OATCCC STATE POLL DIVISION I School, Points (1st-place votes) Hilliard Davidson, 240 (12) Mason, 217 Avon, 198 Perrysburg, 169 Dublin Jerome, 153 Lancater, 149 Loveland, 141 Rocky River, 136 Olentangy Liberty, 112 Talawanda, 110 Lakota West, 105 Wadsworth, 100 Beavercreek, 87 Shaker Heights, 81 Centerville, 69 Others receiving votes: Milford, […]
2024 marks the 30-year anniversary of the Southeast High School girls soccer program. Here is the school’s first team in 1995. Coached by Dean Dunlavy, who remains the Pirates’ coach to this day and entered the 2024 season with 234 career wins.
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Coaches often mark milestones by the number of wins, conference championships and other successes their teams earn. They may keep track of their own accomplishments, but don’t necessarily want everyone else to celebrate. Bryan Harvey, the coach of the Roosevelt girls golf team since the beginning of the program, had […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY SATURDAY, AUG. 31, 2024 MARLINGTON ASHLEY WHITE INVITATIONAL (At Marlington High School) DIVISION II-III TEAM STANDINGS 1. CVCA 47; 2. St. Vincent-St. Mary 84; 3. Salem 114; 4. Marlington 134; 5. Tallmadge 152; 6. Chagrin Falls 178; 7. Crestwood 182; 8. Southeast 184; 9. Orange 229; 10. Field 278; 11. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, AUG. 30, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER SOUTHEAST 1, ROOTSTOWN 0 (At Southeast) GOALS Southeast: Grace Wheeler. BOYS SOCCER AURORA 3, CHAGRIN FALLS 1 (At Aurora) GOALS Aurora: Cameron Gentille, Coby Conner, Jordan West. Chagrin Falls: Owen Edwards. ASSISTS Aurora: Seitz 2, Brennan Ries. Shots on Goal — Aurora, 7-2. Corner […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer As fall leagues get started at area lanes, Spins Bowl already tallied two 300 games on the lanes this week. Joe Swanson and David Randazzo each rolled a perfect game in the Garden Spot League as Randazzo captured the high series, an 844. Tabitha Schlupe had the high series […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Steve Parker, former head professional and now teaching professional at Portage Country Club and Kent State University alumnus, won the NOPGA Senior Professional Championship at Westbrook Country Club in Mansfield, firing rounds of 69 and 70, 5-under-par. The outstanding 36-hole score earned Parker a three-shot victory over Scott Pollack […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, AUG. 30, 2024 FOOTBALL WEEK 2 SCOREBOARD Ravenna 21, Mogadore 0 Field 24, Bay 17 (OT) (box score not reported) Aurora 48, Lutheran West 0 Rootstown 35, Champion 0 Crestwood 38, Minerva 0 Wooster 31, Kent Roosevelt 14 (box score not reported) Warren JFK 31, Garfield 13 Southeast 41, Mathews 6 Windham […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Statistically speaking, the Ravenna Ravens were not supposed to win on Friday night. When your opponent is Mogadore, a program unmatched in success in Portage County, the numbers will always tilt against you. The Wildcats, who lost in their opener at Field last week, entered Week 2 in […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Physicality was the name of the game in Warren JFK’s 31-13 victory over Garfield on Friday night in Garrettsville. Noting that physicality is a hallmark of Garfield’s teams, Warren JFK head coach Damon Buente said he urged his players to play a physical brand of football in their visit to Garrettsville. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor After an opening week that was filled with excitement, enthusiasm and plenty of stories, Week 2 is already here. Week 2 does not have the rivalry showdowns like Week 1 did, but the games will be competitive just the same. Portage Sports wishes every team the best of luck […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, AUG. 29, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS WOODRIDGE 4, RAVENNA 1 (At Ravenna) First Singles — Isabella Kohn (W) def. Whitney Holmes, 6-0, 6-0; Second Singles — Mallory Sterba (R) def. Addison Honey, 7-6, 6-4; Third Singles — Rachel Raid (W) def. Alannah Raffa, 6-1, 6-1; First Doubles — Claire Gregory/Bella Smole (W) […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Football at Windham is always a numbers game. That is the reality of the situation for head coach Jake Eye. His knows it. His players know it. Both also know, though, that they will never let the program’s lower roster size dictate who they can be. They definitely […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Wins are not the only measurement of success for Mike Devies. Entering his 10th season, the Waterloo football coach has focused his development of young men first. His competitive spirit has always been strong and remains passionately alive, but his career record falls low on his priority scale. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Week 2 of the high school football season kicks off on Friday night. Setting the stage for the second week of the Portage Sports Pigskin Picks Challenge. The Week 2 sponsor is Universal Concrete and Excavating. Before we get into each competitor’s selections for Week 2, let’s look […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GOLF STATE RANKINGS Most of the boys and girls golf teams are halfway through their season, with conference tournaments and OHSAA postseason events in the near future. The OHSAA Wanamaker app, the scoring app that teams are using, has teams and individuals ranked in the state and district, with […]
Southeast High School graduate Jenna Fesemyer will compete in her second Paralympic Games beginning on Saturday. Fesemyer, who graduated in the Class of 2015, arrived in Paris earlier this week to begin preparation for her wheelchair racing events. She will compete in three different events, with two of those including a preliminary round to advance […]
HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS ACES Isabella Kozma, Waterloo, 15 Quinn Justham, Windham, 11 Tenley Korosec, Garfield, 10 Mollie Mathews, Field, 10 Charlee Hill, Garfield, 9 Reese Shirkey, Garfield, 9 Emma Butler, Mogadore, 8 Allison Strickland, Rootstown, 7 Addy Germann, Rootstown, 6 Olivia Dyer, Field, 6 Morgan Stoicoiu, Field, 6 SERVICE POINTS […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER STATISTICAL LEADERS GOALS Grace Wheeler, Southeast, 12 Alexis Henry, Waterloo, 7 Sarah Craver, Southeast, 5 Delilah Rahe, Field, 5 Reese Tucker, Field, 4 Julia Boyle, Waterloo, 3 Natalie Clark, Ravenna, 3 Elliott Smallfield, Rootstown, 3 Cami Rhodes, Rootstown, 3 Brooklyn Wilson, Field, 3 Multiple tied with 2 ASSISTS Koralee […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS CANTON McKINLEY 4, RAVENNA 1 (At Ravenna) First Singles — Annie Blythe (M) def. Whitney Holmes 3-6, 6-2, 1-0(10-8); Second Singles — Issie Becker (M) def. Alannah Raffa, 6-2, 6-1; Third Singles — McKinley won by forfeit; First Doubles — Jaylynn Walker/Mallory Sterba (R) def. Gabi […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For many of the Streetsboro Rockets, Nov. 3, 2023, is a date that still doesn’t sit well. It was the night that the team was eliminated from the Division IV playoffs, 31-28, at West Branch. “They were not satisfied with how the season ended last year,” Streetsboro head […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The planning is over for Patrick Youel. The fall season is here and he has been deep into it since the middle of July. Youel is the Southeast football head coach, but also serves as the district’s athletic director and assistant principal. All three jobs require a significant […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Rootstown accomplished something in 2022 and 2023 that was accomplished only one other time in Portage County football history. More than a century of football and the Rovers were just the second school to ever produce back-to-back 2,000-yard rushers. The first time it ever happened was with Patrick Boggs […]
The 1968 Ravenna Rams youth football “Farm Division” cheerleaders included (left to right) Tish Rock, Kathy Liston (standing), Kay Castaldi and Marybeth Coates.
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports proudly introduces its new series called “Coaches in the Classroom.” The series celebrates coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is on Field High School’s Matt Furino, who is in his 34th year […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Mogadore has been Portage County’s pinnacle of consistent excellence for decades. Communities try to emulate the continued success by trying to recreate the formula that has worked for the Wildcats for so long. As most would tell you, it’s easier dreamed than done. Some have built programs that […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Kardell Jackson loves everything about Kent. His hometown has his heart. The fact that he is now the head coach for the same football program that had such an impact on his life, is not something that he takes for granted. “There is a lot of pride and […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor High school girls cross country 2024 season previews. If a school is not included, their preview season preview will publish at a later date. CRESTWOOD Head Coach: Jim Schweickert, 14th year. Coaching Staff: Greg Cicero. 2023 Record: 2nd in Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division. Returning Letterwinners (5): […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer When the Kent Roosevelt varsity girls golf team turned in their scores in Tuesday’s match against Brecksville, it was more important than just a victory. It marked the 150th win for head coach Bryan Harvey. Harvey, who is in his 13th season, has been with the program since its […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF ROVERS WIN BY ONE STROKE OVER STREETSBORO The Rootstown Rovers topped the visiting Streetsboro Rockets by one stroke at Sunny Hill Golf Course in Brimfield on Tuesday. The Rovers fired 196 to the Rockets’ 197 to walk off the course with the victory. Rootstown’s Alex Biggin fired a […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, AUG. 27, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER FIELD 10, SPRINGFIELD 0 (At Kenneth Lohr Stadium, Brimfield) GOALS Field: Peyton Schock 2, Brooklyn Wilson 2, Kelsey Tucker 2, Mckayla Miller, Reese Tucker, Delilah Rahe. ASSISTS Field: Mckayla Miller 3, Abby Harlin 2, Reese Tucker, Makayla Norman, Peyton Schock, Brooklyn Wilson. VOLLEYBALL STREETSBORO DEF. SPRINGFIELD, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor High school boys cross country team previews for the 2024 season. If a school is not included, their season preview will be published at a later date. CRESTWOOD Head Coach: Jim Schweickert, 14th year. Coaching Staff: Greg Cicero. 2023 Record: 5th in Chagrin Valley Conference Chagrin Division. Returning Lettermen […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Since the joining the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference, the Garfield G-Men have been nothing short of dominant. Undeniably dominant. In three seasons, the G-Men have outscored their league opponents 959 to 293 and have won two league championships. In 2021, Garfield outscored the MVAC 269-94. In 2022, the margin […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor It may have been July, but it may as well have been December in Matt Furino’s eyes. When his football team sprinted out onto the new field turf at Kenneth Lohr Stadium on the final day of installation, all he could think about was Christmas. It takes a […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF SOUTHEAST REMAINS UNDEFEATED IN MVAC Taylor Blazek fired a 1-under-par 34 at Olde Dutch Mill to help the Southeast Pirates beat Mineral Ridge 166 to 200 and remain undefeated in the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Gray Division. Southeast was consistent as Aubree Varga fired a 42 and […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, AUG. 26, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER WATERLOO 2, NEW MIDDLETOWN SPRINGFIELD 1 (At New Middletown Springfield) GOALS Waterloo: A. Henry 2. Springfield: Page. ASSISTS Waterloo: English. Shots on Goal — Waterloo, 13-5. Corner Kicks — Waterloo, 6-1. Goalkeepers/Saves — (W) Wood/4. SOUTHEAST 8, BROOKFIELD 2 (At Southeast) GOALS Southeast: Grace […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Five years ago, Jack D’Amato sat alongside friends Rich McIntyre and Chris Eyerman to talk about football. More specifically, a vision for what the next five years of Crestwood High School football could look like. D’Amato was considering applying for the coaching vacancy at Crestwood, but before he […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In Bob Mihalik’s 24 years coaching at Aurora, the success stories have become a regular part of the season. He ascended to the No. 3 spot as Portage County’s winningest coaches last season (201 career wins) and won a state championship in 2008 (while also advancing to the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The 54th Portage County Senior Amateur did not disappoint on the final day of competition at Windmill Lakes Golf Club. Scorecard playoffs were involved in two of the divisions before trophies could be awarded and new champions were also crowned in two divisions. On a hot, muggy day at […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Kent Roosevelt girls earned their 150th win as a program and successfully completed a victorious week with wins over Green, Solon, Tallmadge and Kenston. The competition against Green was a match play event as Kent earned 8.5 points to Green’s half of a point. Ashlyn Leavery, Ella Houk, Cassidy […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, AUG. 24, 2024 BOYS SOCCER FIELD 2, MARLINGTON 1 (At Marlington) GOALS Field: Ethan Flores-Soler, Marlington own goal. Marlington: Not reported. ASSISTS Field: Liam Waffen. Goalkeepers/Saves — (F) Caleb Brastine/7. ROOTSTOWN 4, WARREN JFK 1 (At Warren JFK) GOALS Rootstown: Dylan Boland 2, Bryson Scarlett, Blake Postlethwait. ASSISTS Rootstown: […]
54th PORTAGE COUNTY SENIOR AMATEUR FIRST ROUND SCOREBOARD (At Raccoon Hill Golf Club, Kent) SENIOR DIVISION (Age 50-59) Bobby Wadsworth, Uniontown 72 Chris Minear, Akron 73 Rob Button, Westlake 76 Dove Fall, Windham 77 Christian Richardson, Brecksville 83 Brian Kukoleck, Cuyahoga Falls 86 Ed Marsinek, Shalersville 87 Mark Wilbur, Stow 90 Andrew Coddington, Independence […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer If you haven’t noticed, golf courses are busy. High-school golf has started, collegiate golf teams are practicing and getting ready for tournaments and league play is continuing on a march toward the end of the season. All of that coupled with outings and scrambles makes for filled tee sheets […]
54TH PORTAGE COUNTY SENIOR AMATEUR TEE TIMES SUNDAY (Aug. 25th) (At Windmill Lakes Golf Club, Ravenna) SENIOR (Age 50+) 11:04: Eric Ernsberger, Ravenna; Mike Simons, Stow 11:12: Ed Marsinek, Shalersville; Mark Wilbur, Stow; Andrew Coddington, Independence 11:20: Dove Fall, Windham; Christian Richardson, Brecksville; Brian Kukoleck, Cuyahoga Falls. 11:28: Bobby Wadsworth, Uniontown; Chris Minear, Akron; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Just like so many that came before it, The Game came down to the final moments on Friday at Roosevelt Stadium in Kent. It was the Rough Riders that emerged victorious, using a fourth-down touchdown run by quarterback Yahntae Smith in the third quarter to earn the win. Now […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer SOUTHEAST AVENGES EARLY LOSS The Southeast Pirates suffered their only loss in the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division earlier in the week to Champion. But the Pirates did not let that happen again. Firing the team-low score of the season, a 165, Southeast avenged the earlier loss, beating the […]
HGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, AUG. 23, 2024 WEEK 1 SCOREBOARD Field 14, Mogadore 12 Crestwood 20, Rootstown 2 Garfield 47, Edgewood 27 (box score not reported) Aurora 42, Twinsburg 6 Waterloo 28, Akron Springfield 0 (box score not reported) Kent Roosevelt 14, Ravenna 7 Windham 49, Lisbon David Anderson 7 Streetsboro 29, CVCA 21 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Matt Furino is in his third stint as the football coach at Field High School. In each of his previous two, he can specifically pinpoint games when he felt his Falcons make a turn toward the promising direction they had worked so hard to find. In the middle […]
54TH PORTAGE COUNTY SENIOR AMATEUR TEE TIMES SATURDAY (Aug. 24th) (At Raccoon Hill Golf Club, Kent) Questions — please text or call Susan Jenior (330-206-9083) SENIOR (Age 50+) 8:00: Brian Kukoleck, Cuyahoga Falls; Dave Ryan, Stow 8:10: Andrew Coddington, Independence; Ed Marsinek, Shalersville; Mike Simons, Atwater 8:20: Dove Fall, Windham; Chris Minear, Akron; Dave […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Let the fun begin! For the second season, Portage Sports introduces its Pigskin Picks Challenge. A 10-week competition that includes participation from readers who will attempt to pick as many correct game winners as possible throughout the regular season — for a little bit of local glory for the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Here we go! Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. Week 1. The 2024 high school football season. January 1 may be when everyone recognizes the new year on the calendar, but in many cases, the “feel” for the start of a new year is connected to late August with the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Jake Eye, 7th year, 23-31 career record. Coaching Staff: Rob Penney, defensive coordinator, defensive backs; Chase Eye, special teams coordinator, running backs, defensive backs; Larry Jones, wide receivers, linebackers; Tyler Simcox, offensive line, defensive line; Neil Martino, wide receivers. League: Northeastern Athletic Conference. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Mike Devies, 10th year, 26-66 career record. Coaching Staff: Jeff Sharkey, defensive coordinator; John Foster, defensive backs, wide receivers; Owen Playmate, defensive line; Corey Rakes, offensive line, defensive line; Tyler Brown, wide receivers, defensive backs. League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Scarlet Division. Playoffs: […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF ROVERS CHALK UP ANOTHER WIN AND ANOTHER NEW RECORD… The Rootstown Rovers fired a team total 196 to beat Springfield by 17 strokes. “This was our first sub-200 score away from Sunny Hill Golf Course,” said Matt Just, coach of the Rovers. The Rovers are in their […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, AUG. 22, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER WATERLOO 3, WOODRIDGE 2 (At Woodridge) GOALS Waterloo: Guth, Boyle, Jenior. Woodridge: Klingensmith, Martin. ASSISTS Waterloo: A. Henry, Jenior, C. Henry. Woodridge: Klingensmith, Martin. Shots on Goal — Tied, 8-8. Corner Kicks — Waterloo, 4-0. Goalkeepers/Saves — (W) Wood/9. SOUTHEAST 7, LABRAE 1 (At […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS SOUTHEAST 3, WEST BRANCH 2 (At West Branch) FIRST SINGLES: Holly Reynolds (S) vs. Sophia McDonald (WB) – 6-0, 6-1 West Branch. SECOND SINGLES: Makayla Flores (S) vs. Iris Shafroth (WB) – 6-6 (5-7), 5-3, 7-10 Southeast. THIRD SINGLES: Miranda Timko (S) vs. Audrey Mince (WB) […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports proudly introduces its new series called “Coaches in the Classroom.” The series will celebrate coaches throughout Portage County who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is for Crestwood High School’s Wanda Hoffman, who is in her 37th year […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Pete Thompson, 13th year, 94-46 career record. Coaching Staff: Wezlee Spence, defensive coordinator, defensive line; Pete Smith, quarterbacks; Dave Verhotz, special teams coordinator, defensive backs; Tom Gerchak, linebackers; DJ Snyder, wide receivers; Connor O’Hara, offensive line, JV coach; James Heath, running backs; Lone […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Patrick Youel, 15th year, 81-65 career record. Coaching Staff: John Kinsey, offensive coordinator; Joe Callihan, assistant head coach; Rick Reynolds, co-defensive coordinator; Elliott Thomas, co-defensive coordinator; Brady DeRemer, Ronnie Reed, Mike Richeson, Dylan Sitosky. League: Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference Grey Division. Playoffs: Division V, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor High school volleyball previews for the 2024 season. AURORA Head Coach: Katie Cicione, 6th year overall, 2nd year at Aurora, 76-59 career record. Coaching Staff: Emma Strobel, Madison Wade. 2023 Record: 19-6 overall (single-season school record for wins), Suburban League champions. Returning Letterwinners (4): Lana Witmer, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Herb Page was the men’s golf coach for 41 years of the Kent State University men’s team. When he first started, he realized he needed money to take care of the athletes on the team, expand the schedule and take care of financial challenges. Enter Rich and Dennis Rango. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer High school girls tennis previews for the 2024 season. Teams not included did not submit team information by the publication deadline and will be spotlighted at a future date. AURORA Head Coach: Vincent Cannata, 2nd year, 15-7 career record. Last Year: 15-7 Returning Letterwinners (6): Kamy Milano, jr.; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Tom Hannah, 27th year overall, 1st at Rootstown, 132-123 career record. Coaching Staff: Chris Kosiorek, assistant head coach, defensive coordinator, defensive backs; Al Hodakievic, offensive line, defensive line; Don Jones, wide receivers, linebackers; Kyle Fitzpatrick, quarterbacks, defensive backs, JV coach; Gaige McIntyre, offensive line, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Brian Coman, 1st year. Coaching Staff: Brett Dubinsky, co-offensive coordinator, running backs; Lester Carney, co-offensive coordinator, wide receivers; Davon Coman, quarterbacks, outside linebackers; Corey Gibson, offensive line; Devin Shipp, co-defensive coordinator, linebackers; Darshan Sanders, special teams coordinator, defensive line. League: Metro Athletic Conference. Playoffs: […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, AUG. 20, 2024 GIRLS SOCCER FIELD 6, NORTON 1 (At Field) GOALS Field: Delilah Rahe 4, Kelsey Tucker, Brooklyn Wilson. ASSISTS Field: Reese Tucker 3, Olivia Prof 1, Carlee Fafrak 1. Goalkeepers/Saves – (F) Carlee Fafrak/6. WATERLOO 3, ELLET 0 (At Waterloo) GOALS Waterloo: A. Henry 2, Boyle 1. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Matt Adorni, 21st year, 202-48 career record Coaching Staff: Billy Rosato, defensive coordinator, running backs; Thom Rosato, offensive line, defensive backs; Robert Christy, defensive line, tight ends; Chad Westfall, wide receivers, defensive backs; Anthony Ricci, special teams coordinator, quarterbacks; Bobby Shew, running backs, linebackers; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Jack Eye has been waiting for this. After a black cloud of injuries rained on the Bombers’ aspirations in 2023, the team enters 2024 in a completely different place. Healthy. Including Eye, who missed the first three games last season, then remained slowed upon returning, after he fractured […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Aaron Male’s choice to pursue a career as an educator was influenced by the positive role models that filled his life throughout his academic and athletic careers. He felt the positive impact they had on his life, and he watched how they did the same for those around him. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF Luke Flowers (43) and Ryan Wolf (42) posted the lowest scores for Rootstown as they beat fellow Portage Trail Conference competitor Lake Center Christian 175-194. Rootstown improved to 7-2 overall and 2-1 in the PTC as the Rovers’ scores were consistent adding Trentan Sines (44) and Anthony […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, AUG. 19, 2024 VOLLEYBALL SOUTHEAST DEF. RAVENNA, 25-8,20-25,25-15,25-23 (At Southeast) SOUTHEAST: Leila Evans, 21 points, 4 aces; Kayla Grope, 13 kills, 2 blocks; Lilly Massrock, 19 assists. JV Score — Southeast def. Ravenna, 2-0. WESTERN RESERVE DEF. WATERLOO, 25-11, 24-26, 25-18, 25-17 (At Waterloo) WATERLOO: Delaney Miller, 18 digs, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Kardell Jackson, 2nd year, 4-6 career record. Coaching Staff: John Schumm, offensive coordinator, offensive line; Rich Graves, quarterbacks, Trei Thomas, wide receivers; Nick Spicer, tight ends, halfbacks; Jim DeLeone, offensive line; Marcus Wright, defensive line; Al Ehlert, linebackers; CJ Dennison, cornerbacks; Luke Larkin, safeties, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Mike Moser, 12th year, 85-35 career record. Coaching Staff: Randy Ward, offensive line; Mike Paes, quarterbacks, defensive backs, passing game coordinator; Jarrod Lewis, defensive coordinator, wide receivers; Eric Cardinal, defensive line, running backs; Howie Moore, linebackers; Mike Finney, offensive line, defensive line, special teams […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Matt Furino, 20th year, 99-96 career record. Coaching Staff: Mike Harris, defensive coordinator, linebackers; Mike Brown, defensive backs; Pat Harold, defensive line, special teams coordinator; James Dutched, offensive coordinator, offensive line; Austin Williams, running backs; Dave Tenney, quarterbacks; Alan Vanderink, running backs; Brian […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Jack D’Amato, 5th year, 19-22 career record. Coaching Staff: John Baldwin, defensive coordinator; Nate Peters, offensive coordinator; Tom Sporich, defensive line, special teams coordinator; Dylan Conant, defensive line; Brandon Civitarese, linebackers; Troy Spiker, defensive backs; Dave Lieberth, defensive backs; Mike Macer, offensive line; Jake […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor THE TEAM Head Coach: Bob Mihalik, 24th year, 200-70 career record. Coaching Staff: Brian Wervey, defensive coordinator, outside linebackers, defensive ends; Brendan Gallagher, offensive coordinator, quarterbacks; Victor Ricketts, offensive line, run-game coordinator; Jay Price, defensive backs; Jim Slagle, defensive line; Jeff Decker, linebackers; Drew McVay, receivers. League: […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Liam Curtis of Kent, competing for the Rough Riders, has been having a memorable start to his season. Curtis was the tournament medalist in both of the Suburban League Conference tournaments (with two additional tourney events still scheduled). The Roosevelt Rough Riders recently competed at Walsh Jesuit’s Invitational at […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Kent Roosevelt and Kent State alumnus Randy Dietz qualified for the 57th PGA Professional Championship in April at the PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Fla., thanks to his outstanding runner-up finish at the Northern Ohio PGA Professional Championship. Hosted by Tippecanoe Country Club, Dietz, a golf instructor […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, AUG. 18, 2024 LEAGUES KUMMERLEE DOUBLES: Thomas Prater 208, Ruby Jones 565, Michelle Porter 180, Robin Wise 551. SUMMER FUN TRIO: Shaun Bennett 297-677, Robin Farquhar 191, Corky Farquhar 505. PERFECT FIT SUMMER TRIO: Bradley Stevens 279-1,041, Marissa Perrine 268-997. HAV-A-BAL 9PIN: Men:Jon Marshall 300-784, Jon Morrison 300; Women:Brooklynn Horner […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, AUG. 17, 2024 VOLLEYBALL SOUTH RANGE DEF. SOUTHEAST, 25-12, 25-10 SOUTHEAST: Savannah Bailey, 4 kills; Kayla Grope, 4 kills; Lilly Massrock, 5 assists; Neena Truex, 5 assists. WEST BRANCH DEF. SOUTHEAST, 25-13, 25-12 SOUTHEAST: Leila Evans, 3 points, 5 kills; Neena Truex, 3 points; Lilly Massrock, 8 assists. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, AUG. 16, 2024 BOYS SOCCER RAVENNA 1, SOUTHEAST 0 (At Southeast) First Half — No scoring. Second Half — 1. (R) Derick Skilton. Shots on Goal — Not reported. Corner Kicks — Not reported. Goalkeepers/Saves — (R) Lincoln Hedge/not reported. FIELD 10, ELLET 1 (At Field) GOALS Field: Luke Lonzrick […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF MOGADORE’S TRUE TEAM EFFORT EARNS WIN The Wildcats proved that golf is a true team sport as individual scores ranging from 43 to 45 earned the victory over Lake Center Christian on Thursday. Despite Jacob Rainieri, golfing for the Tigers, earning medalist honors at Sable Creek […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, AUG. 15, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS FIELD 4, COVENTRY 1 (At Wingfoot Lake State Park, Suffield) First Singles — Lily Nicholson (C) def. Autumn Atha, 7-5, 6-2; Second Singles — McCayla Meffert (F) def. Joslin Weidlich, 6-2, 6-1; Third Singles — Field won by forfeit; First Doubles — Ali Kulic/Adriana Cunningham (F) […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Tom Hannan has been announced as a member of the Great Akron Baseball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024. Hannan has longtime connections to Portage County, coaching football at Crestwood High School from 1994 to 2010, while serving as the current football head coach at Rootstown High School. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In the fall, Friday nights are reserved for high school football. Except for the first Friday of the fall season, which is saved to spotlight high school soccer as part of Friday Night Futbol — a statewide opportunity for schools to open their seasons ahead of football that […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports proudly introduces its new series called “Coaches in the Classroom.” The series will celebrate coaches throughout Portage County who spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight is for Garfield High School’s Mike Moser, who is in his 24th […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor AURORA Head Coach: Ryan Conner. Coaching Staff: Andy Straight, Jason Bibs. 2023 Record: 11-6-3. Returning Lettermen (9): Colin Wilson, sr.; Coby Conner, sr.; Parker Seitz, sr.; Jordan West, jr.; Griffin McMaster, jr.; Chris Savukas, jr.; Owen Peckinpaugh, jr.; Bryce Peckinpaugh, jr.; Cameron Gentille, soph. General Outlook: “We have a […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS LAUREL 4, FIELD 1 (At Laurel) First Singles — Autumn Atha (F) def. name not available, 7-3, 6-2; Second Singles — name not available (L) def. McCayla Meffert, 6-2, 6-1; Third Singles — name not available (L) def. Ali Kufic, 6-2, 6-1; First Doubles — names […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF GARDNER, GIEBEL, DERR FIRE PERSONAL BESTS The girls teams from both Rootstown and Field competed at Sunny Hill Golf Course in Brimfield, the course both teams call home, as the Rovers earned the win, 192 to 219, on Wednesday. During the match, Chloe Gardner (45), Morgan Giebel […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor AURORA Head Coach: Domenica McClintock, 9th year, 63-60-13 career record. Coaching Staff: Adam Gharky, Ken Labadie. 2023 Record: 6-8-3 overall, 3-3-1 Suburban League. Returning Letterwinners (14): Sophie Petrash, sr.; Charlotte Hart, sr.; Skylar Rule, sr.; Hannah Hopwood, sr.; Ally Kaufman, sr.; Kylie Griffis, jr.; Juliana Huth, jr.; Riley Verespej, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, AUG. 13, 2024 GIRLS TENNIS ALLIANCE 4, RAVENNA 1 (At Alliance) First Singles — La’Kasia Williams (A) def. Whitney Holmes, 6-1, 6-2; Second Singles — Mallory Sterba (R) def. Jacquelyne De Leon, 6-2, 6-3; Third Singles — Kaia Canavan (A) def. Alannah Raffa, 6-0, 6-1; First Doubles — Sydney Haynam/Corie Horning […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF FORMER PTC RIVALS COMPETE IN CLOSE MATCH Mogadore and Southeast were once Portage Trail Conference rivals and always enjoyed the close competition as league rivals. Now, in two different conferences, it didn’t make the competition any less important to the Wildcats and the Pirates as Mogadore earned […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The first nine-hole round of Taylor Blazek’s career had some good and some bad. At least that was the way she saw it. The bad, her score was far from where she wanted it to be. “I shot over 80. Yeah, it was rough,” she remembers. The good? The […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF ROUNDUP LIAM CURTIS EARNS CO-MEDALIST HONORS Liam Curtis of Kent Roosevelt fired a 76 at Club Walden in Aurora to share medalist honors with Marco Silva of Barberton in the second of four Suburban League tournaments. Kent Roosevelt finished fourth and Aurora third in the American Conference […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Portage County golfers are traveling throughout Northeast Ohio to compete in matches and tournaments as they seek league honors and work towards postseason tournaments. NEW RECORD The Rootstown Rovers varsity girls team competed against Minerva in their third match of the season at the Rovers’ home, Sunny Hill […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, AUG. 11, 2024 LEAGUES KUMMERLEE DOUBLES: Rudy Jones 2334, Thomas Prater 619, Michelle Prater 171, Robin Wise 489. SUMMER FUN TRIO: Fred Endres 268-746, Corky Farquhar 201-494. HAV-A-BAL 9 PIN: Men: P.J. Siriani 300-834, Women: Abby Smith 290-743, Boys: Will Brown 243-583, Girls: Emily Morrison 266, Coco Wijnhoven. PERFECT FIT […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Northern Ohio PGA League Section Championship was hosted by Eagle Creek Golf Club in Norwalk this week. More than 200 juniors played at Eagle Creek on Friday in both 13U and 17U division teams. Following Friday’s stroke-play qualifying, four teams were brought back for Saturday’s final matches, including […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The OHSAA allowed for an earlier start to the golf season this season, allowing coaches and golfers to tap into the talent they have been honing throughout the summer. Portage County is a wealth of talent in golf, with three state qualifiers returning from the 2023 season and numerous […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The OHSAA allowed for an earlier start to the golf season this season, allowing coaches and golfers to tap into the talent they have been honing throughout the summer. Portage County is a wealth of talent in golf, with three state qualifiers returning from the 2023 season and numerous […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF RIDERS FINISH RUNNER-UP AT THEIR OWN INVITATIONAL They had to wait a week due to the weather, however, the afternoon flight of the Lady Rider Invitational saw eight teams vie for the championship at The Fairways at Twin Lakes in Kent. Walsh earned the championship (323) followed by […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF WILDCATS EARN FIRST WIN Tyler Pendergast fired a 37 on the Par 34 fairways at Paradise Lake to help the Wildcats easily win over St. Thomas in a Portage Trail Conference matchup on Thursday. Jude Thiry added a 41 to the Wildcats’ total. All four of […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Aurora High School boys soccer team will be playing for something special on Aug. 20. For the program’s home opener against Madison, the Greenmen are partnering with Go4theGoal to host a “Lace Up for Pediatric Cancer Night.” The Greenmen will wear gold socks and Madison has been invited […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF SUBURBAN LEAGUE GIRLS TOURNAMENT #1 (At Goodpark Golf Course, Akron – Par 72) The first of four Suburban League tournaments to determine the girls golf champions was contested at Good Park Golf Course in Akron on Wednesday. Gracyn Vidovic of Aurora continued her outstanding play, earning medalist […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOYS GOLF SUBURBAN GOLF LEAGUE – TOURNAMENT 1 (At Pine Hills Golf Course, Hinckley – Par 72) The Suburban Golf League held the first of four tournaments for the boys at Pine Hills Golf Club in Hinckley for both the American and the National Conferences. In the American Conference, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports proudly introduces its new series called “Coaches in the Classroom.” The series will celebrate coaches throughout Portage County that spend their days in the classroom leading today’s student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today’s spotlight falls on Kent Roosevelt High School’s Kardell Jackson, who is in his 2nd […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF SPRINGFIELD LADY SPARTAN INVITATIONAL (At Chenoweth Golf Club, Akron – Par 71) The Rootstown Rovers traveled to Chenoweth Golf Club in Akron to compete in the always competitive Lady Spartan Invitational hosted by Springfield. The Division-II Rovers took home the third-place trophy, firing a 417 team score […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Kent Roosevelt hosts one of the largest girls tournaments to start the season each August, welcoming girls teams in two flights, morning and afternoon. On Saturday, the weather had another idea as rain shortened the morning flight to nine holes and the afternoon-flight teams will return on Friday to […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer With the 10th Kids Am, 18th Junior Am and 94th Amateur in the record books, one amateur tournament remains, the Seniors. The 54th Senior Amateur tees off at Raccoon Hill Golf Course in Kent on Aug. 24 and concludes at Windmill Lakes Golf Course on Aug. 25. Register today […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, AUG. 4, 2024 LEAGUES KUMMERLEE DOUBLES: Jerry Losh 239, Thomas Prater 664, Michelle Prater 192, Lisa Grafton 483. ADULT-YOUTH SUMMER CAMP: Men: Daniel Warren 191-497, Women: Tanya Hunter 183-493, Boys: Gavin Warren 244-637, Girls: Rylan Carter 135-363. HAV-A-BALL 9-Pin: Men: Jon Marshall 296-847, Women: Abby Smith 208-544, Boys: Lucian Sekierko 146-357, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer GIRLS GOLF KENT ROOSEVELT 168, NORTH ROYALTON 188 (At The Fairways at Twin Lakes, Kent – Par 34) “Ashlyn Leavery and Adrianna Mineo continued their strong play after a great showing a Brookledge Golf Course on Thursday,” said Roosevelt head coach Bryan Harvey. “Coco Golden has also had a […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor High school sports are here. After a summer calendar that was probably more jam-packed than ever. Filled with off-season training sessions, camps, workouts and showcases. Hopefully, for everyone, there was still some down time filled with family time and vacations. But here we are. The 2024 athletic season […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Ohio High School Athletic Association allowed an earlier start to the golf season this year and many teams are taking advantage. Watch Portage Sports early next week, as many schools begin their conference play, for golf previews and information on all the girls and boys teams in Portage […]
The 1975 Brimfield Karg Construction G League baseball team finished as champions of the Portage South League. The group advanced to the Hot Stove state championship game before finishing as runners-up. Overall, the team finished with a record of 18-3. The team included: Front row left to right: Batboys Todd Schell and Joey Neer. Second […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The PGA tour considers Saturdays moving day during the professional golf tournaments as players often move up or down the leaderboard on the third day of competition. Junior golfers competing in the prestigious Kenny Novak Championship, hosted by the Northern Ohio PGA, celebrated their own moving day on Wednesday as […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The history of wrestling in Portage County includes some of the state’s most elite programs, athletes and coaches. Across every category, a reputation was developed long ago that the county was filled with hard working, tough, strong, master technicians who were ready to compete against anyone and any […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Kenny Novak Championship invites juniors who competed in the Northern Ohio PGA tournaments throughout the summer to a final 36-hole tournament to determine the best golfers among the golfers. Competing at Walden Golf Club in Aurora, the host of the tournament since its inception, the course is a […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports proudly hosted its 2024 High School Football Photoshoot at Mogadore High School last Friday morning. The photoshoot included 11 football players and 12 cheerleaders as part of the production of the 2024 Portage Sports High School Football Preview and Feature magazine. The main football photo selected […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The second and final day of the 94th Portage County Amateur saw changing leaderboards, a few very low scores and a beautiful day to score at Raccoon Hill Golf Club in Kent. Windmill Golf Club in Ravenna provided the first-round scores that saw one under-par score, Ryan Sam of Canfield […]
The 1978 Windham Dairy Queen Hot Stove baseball state championship team. The team included: Front left to right: Mark Jones, Robbie McQuerry, Robbie Lusher, Steve Molnar, Tim Mulhern, Bobby Starks, Ricky Fincham, Chuck Suzelis. Back row left to right: Manager George Apthorpe, Darryl Williams, Ralph Mickens, Larry Mullenax, Mike Fabry, Dean Gilpin, Brad Crislip, assistant […]
94TH PORTAGE COUNTY AMATEUR SECOND ROUND TEE TIMES SUNDAY @ RACCOON HILL GOLF CLUB COUNTY DIVISION 9:00: Kevin Lewis, Mogadore (98); Eric Ernsburger, Ravenna (95) 9:10: Aaron Snyder, Garrettsville (92); Jackson Eichler, Atwater (90); Ben Jenior, Rootstown (87) 9:20: Bailey Campbell, Mogadore (87); Jacob Springer, Atwater (85); Derrick Benner, Mantua (85) 9:30: Mike Nichols, Garrettsville […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer KENNY NOVAK CHAMPIONSHIP The conclusion of the Junior Tours hosted by the Northern Ohio PGA culminates in the NOPGA Kenny Novak Championship at Walden Golf Club in Aurora on Tuesday and Wednesday. The invite-only championship features players that have earned their way into the tournament through victories and great efforts […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JULY 27, 2024 HAV-A-BALL 9 PIN: Men: Jon Morrison 290, Jon Marshall 762; Women: Heather Gard 256, Abby Smith 672; Boys: Lucian Sekierko 93; Girls: Emily Morrison 220-582. ADULT-YOUTH SUMMER CAMP: Men_ Dan Addison 217-602, Women: Angie McMasters 106-295; Boys: Gavin Warren 257-710; Girls: Isabella Ellis 125-326. KUMMERLEE DOUBLES […]
94TH PORTAGE COUNTY AMATEUR FIRST ROUND TEE TIMES (At Windhmill Lakes Golf Club, Saturday) COUNTY DIVISION 11:04 a.m.: Ed Marsinek, Shalersville; Jeremy Knight, Streetsboro; Ryan Conover, Cleveland 11:12: Derrick Benner, Mantua; Chad Brazill, Streetsboro; Dove Fall, Windham. 11:20: Bailey Campbell, Mogadore; Evan Dalziel, Kent; Kevin Ina, Kent. 11:28: Jackson Eichler, Atwater; Parker Barrett, Aurora; Laszlo […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GREY DIVISION COACH OF THE YEAR Matt Pfleger, Garfield FIRST TEAM 100 Meters: Ian Orwig, Champion, senior 200 Meters: Christian Davis, Brookfield, junior 400 Meters: Christian Davis, Brookfield, junior 800 Meters: Michael Mesaros, Campbell Memorial, senior 1,600 Meters: Wyatt Brundage, LaBrae, sophomore […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The 18th Matt Mishler Junior Portage County Amateur crowned six champions on Tuesday after two days of competition at Windmill Lakes Golf Club in Ravenna and Sunny Hill Golf Club in Brimfield. Beautiful weather greeted the juniors for both days of the competition that featured 36 holes of golf for […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Aurora City School District Board of Education voted to approve boys and girls lacrosse as the newest sponsored varsity sport. The lacrosse programs move from club-sport status to varsity sport for the spring 2025 season, spending just one season as a club sport. The teams will be […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GREY DIVISION ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Hannah Kernig, Garfield, junior FIRST TEAM 100 Meters: Laylah Hayes, LaBrae, junior 200 Meters: Laylah Hayes, LaBrae, junior 400 Meters: Rylie Turner, Garfield, senior 800 Meters: Adri […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Rootstown High School football team will host the Crestwood Red Devils on Friday, Aug. 23, to kickoff the 2024 season. However, it won’t be the only time the Rovers and Red Devils meet on the gridiron this year. Two weeks before the start of the high-school season, […]
18TH MATT MISHLER PORTAGE COUNTY JUNIOR AMATEUR TUESDAY TEE TIMES @ SUNNY HILL GOLF COURSE, BRIMFIELD BOYS 16-19 7:00: Anthony Pratt, Ravenna (109); Clayton Smith, Mogadore (108). 7:10: Trentan Simes, Rootstown (106); Joe Weaver, Rootstown (104); Logan Uphold, Ravenna (99). 7:20: Anthony Cambareri, Kent 99; A.J. Halsne, Stow (96); Cooper Mraz, Boardman (95). 7:30: Brett […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer More than 40 junior golfers ranging in age from second to ninth grade filled Sunny Hill Golf Course on Sunday for the 10th Portage County Kids Amateur golf tournament. For many junior golfers, it was their very first tournament, learning the etiquette of golf, keeping a scorecard and additional […]
The 1921 Mantua Center boys basketball team included: Front row left to right: E. Rode, (captain) Keither McGowan, A. Krohn. Standing left to right: Cavanaugh, coach W.V. Cooper, L. Krohn. The team finished the season with a perfect 11-0 undefeated record. The team’s game-by-game results included: Mantua Center 34, Ravenna 7 Mantua Center 16, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Gracyn Vidovic of Aurora, a senior this fall for the Greenmen, has set herself apart as one of the best golfers in Portage County, advancing to the state tournament her junior year and racking up top-10 finishes in local NOPGA tournaments. She has spent this summer continuing to prove […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JULY 21, 2024 SUMMER FUN TRIO: Michael Calvert 278, Donny Shallahamer 769, Corky Farquhar 179-467. PERFECT FIT SUMMER TRIO: Ryan Ambler 280, Marak Wasko 1,006, Tabitha Schlupe 260-960. HAV-A-BALL 9 PIN: Men: Dale Hahn 300-823, Women: Joanne Penn 234-583, Boys: Will Brown 233-486, Girls: Coco Wynhoven 263, Emily Morrison […]
18th MATT MISHLER PORTAGE COUNTY JUNIOR AMATEUR GOLF TOURNAMENT TEE TIMES (First Round at Windmill Lakes, Ravenna) BOYS AGE 16-19 11:04: Joe Weaver, Rootstown; Anthony Pratt, Ravenna; Anthony Cambareri, Kent. 11:12: Tyler Pendergast, Mogadore; Brayden Baxter, Akron; Deacon Smith, Kent. 11:20: Cooper Mraz, Boardman; Brett Epple, Streetsboro; Clayton Smith, Mogadore. 11:28: A.J. Halsne, Stow; Lucas […]
10th KIDS AMATEUR TEE TIMES (At Sunny Hill Golf Course, Brimfield) BOYS FLIGHT A (9 Holes) 3:20 — Jacob Morrison, Louisville; Samuel Klem, Rootstown 3:30 — Connor Pipoly, Kent; Nathan Waesch, Rootstown; Declan Thomas, Mansfield GIRLS FLIGHT A (9 Holes) 3:40 — Jenni Mix, Deerfield; Morgan Geibel, Ravenna; Scarlett Adkins, Ravenna. 3:50 — Colbie Kruger, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor No coach in Portage County history has coached for as long as Mary Tarka. The fall 2024 season will push her past half a century, yet her coaching career began in the simplest of ways back in 1974. Her lunch break became an unexpected job opportunity. “I was […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Sometimes dreams don’t come true. Inside her broken dream, though, Kim Kreiner still found her gold-medal moment. One that showcased her determination and defined her character. A moment stamped in time from 2008 in Beijing, China. Kreiner, who graduated from Mogadore High School in 1995, was representing the United States […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Brooklyn Millard of Aurora, James Morgan of North Benton and Andrew VanDamme of Kent each carded the best Portage County scores in their age divisions at the Northern Ohio PGA Junior Series hosted by Windmill Lakes Golf Course in Ravenna. Millard took home the runner-up spot among a talented field […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A lot in wrestling has changed for Paige Nemec. There was a time when it was common for her to be the only girl in the wrestling room. A few weeks back, coaching at a girls clinic near Columbus, Nemec helped instruct about 80 girls all specifically there because of their […]
By Kayla Fischer Special to Portage Sports Editor’s Note: Kayla Fischer is a 2018 graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School and 2023 graduate of the Ohio State University. She currently plays professional women’s soccer for Racing Louisville FC of the National Women’s Soccer League. I am writing today not just as […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Jax Turner, a member of the Kent Roosevelt golf team, has qualified for the next level of Drive, Chip and Putt, earning the runner-up and second qualifying spot at the Windmill Golf Center for boys 14-15. Next step is the sub-regional qualifiers at Westfield Country club on Aug. 25 and […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES KUMERLEE DOUBLES SUMMER: Joe Baker 241-585, Lisa Grafton 172, Robin Wise 462. SUMMER FUN TRIO: SHAUN Bennett 268-714, Robin Farquhar 192-520. HAVE-A-BALL 9 PIN SUMMER: Men _ Jon Marshall 300-842, Women _ Brooklyn Horner 253-708, Boys _ Lucian Sekierko 152-374, Girls _ Coco Wijnhoven 235-662. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The third and final day of the Good Park Junior Golf Tournament in Akron saw shifting scoreboards and solid scores on the way to awarding the plaques to the champions. Taylor Blazek, a senior for the Southeast Pirates, maintained her lead wire-to-wire from the qualifying round through the final […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Golfers competing on the Northern Ohio PGA Junior Tour and Futures Tour checked in at Fox Den Golf Course in Stow on Friday. Adrianna Mineo of Kent, a junior on the Kent Roosevelt varsity girls golf team, led the local contingent of golfers in the girls 16-to-19 age division […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Two of the best in Portage County demonstrated on Thursday that they deserve to be in the conversation as the best golfers in the area. Southeast senior girls golfer Taylor Blazek and junior boys golfer James Morgan walked onto the fairways at Good Park Golf Couse in Akron on […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The 85th Good Park Junior Tournament at the city course in Akron welcomed youth golfers to the first of three days and the qualifying day on Tuesday. Portage County golfers demonstrated they are a force to be reckoned with during the qualifying round. Taylor Blazek and James Morgan, both […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The NFHS Softball Rules Committee announced the approval for high school softball coaches to use electronic devices in the dugout for one-way communication to the catcher while the team is on defense. This rule will begin for the 2025 season and was approved at the committee’s annual rules […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Junior golfers look forward to an exceptional number of tournaments in July to hone their competitive skills prior to the official start of practice for the Ohio High School Athletic Association season. For high-school golfers, the first day of coaching and the beginning of the season is July 29. […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JULY 7, 2024 KUMMERLEE DOUBLES: Rudy Jones 243, Thomas Prater 675, Nancy Zolgus 205, Michelle Prater 520. SUMMER FUN TRIO: Jon Endres 248-719, Robin Farquhar 189-421. PERFECT FIT TRIO SPRING: Men—Joey Hardin 279-964, Zoe Bevilacqua 209-729. HAV-A-BAL 9 PIN: Men—Kevin Zolgus 300, Dale Hahn 838, Women—Abby Smith 218-634, Boys—Will […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Kent Roosevelt won’t ever quite be the same. As soon as Terry Slattery announced his retirement, that was always going to be the case. There are other tremendous educators at Roosevelt, but Slattery was one of a kind. His engaging personality immediately makes a student feel welcome. He has […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer On the final day of the 103rd Ohio Open, hosted by the Northern Ohio PGA at the Westfield Country Club, there was another change at the top of the leaderboard. Drew Salyers, of Howard, moved to the top of the remaining 62 golfers, firing a 68 on his final […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The 103rd Ohio Open did not disappoint as the 168-player field was cut to the top-63 golfers on Tuesday at the Westfield Country Club in Westfield Center in Medina County. It took only a 2-over-par after 36 holes to make the championship final round. Making the cut was Nathan […]
The 2000-01 Field High School girls basketball varsity team included: Front row left to right: Ebony King, Kristen Hunter, Danielle Knapp, Kim Shanfelt. Middle row left to right: Katie Gasper, Erin VanHouten. Back row left to right: Shayla Patton, Julie Curtiss, Jamie Notch, Amber Biltz, Joanna Griffiths, coach Jerry Clemens. The 2000-01 Field High School […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In mid-May, Gavin English was announced was the new boys basketball head coach at Waterloo High School. The 21-year-old and 2021 graduate is only the school’s fourth coach in program history. The program’s lineage began with legendary Fred Brookover, who coached the Vikings from 1961-1978. His teams won […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 Portage Sports Foursome Scramble Golf Tournament teed off at Sunny Hill Golf Course on Saturday. It was the first golf tournament for Portage Sports and featured foursomes from throughout Northeast Ohio. Unique to any other golf tournament, the Portage Sports event featured an All-Sports Battle component […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2024 SUMMER FUN TRIO: Fred Endres 268-758, Corky Farquhar 193-510. PERFECT FIT SUMMER TRIO: Logan Manhard 300, Colton Riddle 300, John Kertis 300, Treg Trotter 300, Bob Smolko 988, Marissa Perrine 269-909. KUMMERLEE DOUBLES SUNDAY: Rudy Jones 267, Jerry Losh 709, Lisa Grafton 192, Michelle Prater 488. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer OLDE DUTCH MILL JUNIOR TOURNAMENT The 25th annual Olde Dutch Mill Junior Tournament was successful once again this season, with the two Portage Trail Conference golfers of the year earning the top spots in their age division. James Morgan won the Boys 16 to 18 Division and Taylor Blazek […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It is a goal of many juniors in every section of the PGA as they compete in tournaments to advance to the National Junior PGA Championships. The Northern Ohio PGA hosted the two-day Junior Section Championship at Alliance Country Club in Alliance on Monday and Tuesday and named the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Northern Ohio PGA’s goal is to grow the game of golf and give great opportunities for golfers of all ages to compete. The calendar is full of NOPGA tournaments for youth and adults however, the NOPGA is preparing for one of the most prestigious events on their calendar, […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2024 SUMMER FUN TRIO: Mike Marcello 246, Jon Endres 691, Corky Farquhar 204, Barbie Hamric 488. PERFECT FIT TRIO SPRING: Parker Addison 300, Ron Elwood 914, Laura Elwood 223-686. HAV-A-BAL 9 PIN: Men — Jason Radcliffe 298, Kevin Zolgus 761; Women — Abby Smith 185-487, Boys — […]
By Susan Junior Staff Writer The Country Club of Hudson has hosted the Junior Invitational since 1978, welcoming an international field of talented junior golfers. This season’s tournament concluded on Thursday with, again, a stellar field of junior golfers competing over 54 holes. This summer, the boys field was led by a host of […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Kent State University athletic department announced a two-year contract extension for gymnastics head coach Brice Biggin on Thursday. Biggin, who was a four-year gymnast at KSU, beginning in 1980, became a coach for the Golden Flashes in 1983 as an assistant on the men’s team. He remained […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A baseball scorebook is not just a book to Dan Battaglia. It is a canvas. A work of art that paints a picture and tells a story. A fascinating story. And Battaglia has been in love with it since he was about 10 years old. That summer […]
The 1934 Kent Roosevelt High School boys basketball team. If you have any information about the player and coach names, as well as the team’s record or game-by-game results, please email me at tomnader@portagesports.com.
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024 COACH PITCH 1 SUFFIELD FALCONS 15, WESTERN RESERVE 2 Top Hitters: (S) Cyrus Waldeck, three singles; Luka Blake, three singles, three RBI; Johnny Meyers, single, two doubles, four RBI; Leo Moore, three singles, two RBI; Leo Budd, three singles, RBI; Kayson McGlothlin, two singles, RBI; Easton Knapp, single, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For the third time in four years, the Crestwood Red Devils were crowned champions of the Bailey Simons Memorial Alumni Basketball Tournament. Crestwood defeated reigning champions Waterloo in the title game on Saturday at Rootstown High School in the annual event’s ninth year. The Red Devils topped the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Since the last Par for the Course column, the Northern Ohio PGA hosted multiple tournaments at four sites around northeast Ohio as junior golfers of all ages continue to impress with their abilities and scores. At the sites of the NOPGA junior tournaments, golfers competed in the Collegiate […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD MONDAY, JUNE 17, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES PERFECT FIT TRIO SPRING: Joey Harden 300-984, Laura Elwood 223, Zoe Bevilacqua 706. SUMMER FUN TRIO: Mike Verona 200-752, Corky Farquhar 192-553. KUMMERLEE DOUBLES: Tom Walker 225, Thomas Prater 606, Michelle Prater 177, Robin Wise 516. HAV-A-BALL 9 PIN: Men _ John Marshall 300-815, Women […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Marty Hill used Bauer Avenue for all 47 years he was a high school teacher and coach at Windham High School. Now, he has a part of the road. In a small, but meaningful ceremony on Monday morning, Bauer Avenue, which leads to the front doors of […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Jacob McPherson’s next race will be against the world’s best amateurs at the most prestigious competition in the motocross circuit. The 15-year-old sophomore at Ravenna High School recently qualified for the 43rd annual Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship at the historic Loretta Lynn Ranch in Hurricane Mills, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The ninth annual Bailey Simons Memorial Alumni Basketball Tournament will be held on Saturday at Rootstown High School. The tournament is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. and will feature six different teams. Waterloo is the event’s reigning champion, with Crestwood, Field, Mogadore, Rootstown Blue and Rootstown White […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Hiram College announced on Saturday that it will introduce three new sports beginning in 2025. The three sports are men’s ice hockey, women’s lacrosse and women’s bowling. “This is a historic period for Hiram athletics and its new total of 26 varsity sports,” Director of Athletics Scott Pohlman […]
BOYS TRACK AND FIELD ALL-TIME PORTAGE COUNTY RUNNING EVENTS 110 HURDLES G. Heffner, Field, 14.0 (1975) John Oliver, Garfield, 14.05 (1999) Olaun Simmons, Kent Roosevelt, 14.3 (1999) Rob Licursi, Crestwood, 14.4 (1987) Roger Dietz, Rootstown, 14.5 (1957) Pavel Henderson, Ravenna, 14.61 (2023) Joe Divoky, Southeast, 14.6 (2002) John Eskridge, Rootstown, 14.70 (1970) Denoah Wright, Ravenna, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TENNIS 2024 ALL-SUBURBAN LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Vincent Cannata, Aurora COACH OF THE YEAR David Heideman, Revere FIRST TEAM Vincent Cannata, Aurora Finn Keenan, Revere Sam Lazbin, Revere Luke Butcher, Highland Dan Choi, Revere Truman Voris, Revere Colin McDonald, Revere Sawyer Suzener, Highland Chris Cifani, Aurora […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL 2024 ALL-SUBURBAN LEAGUE AMERICAN DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Dominic Trivisonno, Aurora COACH OF THE YEAR Kenny Linn, Tallmadge FIRST TEAM Dominic Trivisonno, Aurora, catcher, senior Zach Williams, Aurora, pitcher, senior Evan Chmielewski, Copley, pitcher, senior Keagan Gilbride, Tallmadge, pitcher, senior Josh Misener, Copley, catcher, senior Shane Cope, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors announced on Wednesday that it has approved 14 requests to move up a division from a lower division for the 2024-25 school year. The requests came from 11 different schools and included specific requests for fall and winter sports. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor All-Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference honorees from Waterloo High School for the spring 2024 season. GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD FIRST TEAM 4×100 Relay: Siena Ross, Ava Reynolds, Courtney Eisenbraun, Tess Rodenbucher SECOND TEAM 4×200 Relay: Siena Ross, Chloe Guth, Courtney Eisenbraun, Tess Rodenbucher HONORABLE MENTION Tess Rodenbucher, […]
The 1948 Rootstown High School football team. The team was coached by John Small and finished the year with a 1-6-2 record, with the following results: Week 1: Brewster, 0-26 Week 2: Freedom, 18-6 Week 3: Windham, 6-6 Week 4: Garrettsville, 0-0 Week 5: Randolph, 6-25 Week 6: Atwater, 7-35 Week 7: Suffield, 0-19 Week […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ravenna High School has announced the hiring of Brian “Fuzz” Coman to be its new varsity football head coach. Coman, who will be formally approved by the Ravenna Board of Education on June 24, is a 1988 graduate of Ravenna and was a standout multi-sport athlete for the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Portage Sports Four-Person Scramble Golf Tournament, set for June 29 at Sunny Hill Golf Course in Brimfield, will provide a fun event for all golfers with the chance to meet some of the best athletes in Portage County and use their skills to advance the foursome around the […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES KUMERLELE DOUBLES: Larry Stout 211, Thomas Prater 705, Nancy Zolgus 175, Robin Wise 473. PERFECT FIT TRIO SPRING: Drew Beitzel 244, Joey Hardin 916, Zoe Bevilacqua 214-746. PERFECT FIT TRIO SUMMER: Taz Moore 296, Troy Allison 943, Marissa Perrine 267-891. HAV-A-BAL 9 PIN: Men _ […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor All-Chagrin Valley Conference honorees from Crestwood High School for the spring 2024 season. FIRST TEAM SOFTBALL Bella Hunter, infield, senior Grace Harper, utility, freshman BASEBALL Jake Eyerman, utility, sophomore GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD Runner of the Year: Livia Martini Field Event Athlete of the Year: Lilly O’Bryant Coach of […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GRAY DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Dylan Simpson, LaBrae COACH OF THE YEAR Ed Anthony, LaBrae FIRST TEAM Carson Fife, Champion, pitcher, senior Dylan Howell, Champion, infield, junior Shane Hixson, Champion, infield, junior Ethan Feezle, Crestview, pitcher, senior Zach Davis, Crestview, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL 2024 ALL-MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE GRAY DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Gabby Gradishar, Champion COACH OF THE YEAR Cheryl Weaver, Champion FIRST TEAM Arianna Jones, Brookfield, catcher, senior Cadence Huffman, Brookfield, infield, senior Jasmine Hubbard, Brookfield, outfield, senior Mileena Williams, Campbell, catcher, junior Ramani Adams, Campbell, pitcher, sophomore […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL FASTPITCH SOFTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION 2024 ALL-OHIO DIVISION I FIRST TEAM Carsyn Cassady, Watkins Memorial, pitcher, senior Jordyn Wycuff, Watkins Memorial, catcher, senior Andrea Day, Hilliard Darby, infield, senior Ashley Mowery, Lancaster, infield, junior Kendall Brown, Lancaster, catcher, sophomore Kylan Brock, Tri-Valley, infield, senior Sydnie Watts, Austintown Fitch, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATON 2024 ALL-OHIO DIVISION I PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Jake Hanley, Mason COACH OF THE YEAR: Matt Stricker, North Royalton FIRST TEAM Brady Sasse, North Royalton, pitcher, senior Zion Theophilus, Archbishop Moeller, pitcher, junior Keegan Holmstrom, Grove City, pitcher, senior Dan Tome, St. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Shelbie Krieger COACH OF THE YEAR Jeff Fankhauser, Mogadore FIRST TEAM Shelbie Krieger, Rootstown, senior Katie Gardner, Mogadore, senior Miranda Timko, Southeast, freshman Olivia Kidd, Mogadore, senior Addie Christy, Mogadore, junior Lily Hotchkiss, Mogadore, junior Emma Full, Lake Center Christian, senior Morgan Muncy, Southeast, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Harrison Coblentz, Lake Center Christian COACH OF THE YEAR Shane Byler, Lake Center Christian FIRST TEAM Harrison Coblentz, Lake Center Christian, senior Nathan Bryant, Lake Center Christian, sophomore Freddy Bolchalk, Warren JFK, junior Cole Reese, Mogadore, junior Caleb Hadley, Warren […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Melanie Plecko, Rootstown COACH OF THE YEAR Kim Kreiner, Mogadore FIRST TEAM Melanie Plecko, Rootstown, senior Brooklynn McIntyre, Rootstown, senior Sarah Stock, Lake Center Christian, senior Colbie Curall, Rootstown, sophomore Ari Tompkins, Mogadore, junior Gianna […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2024 10U DIVISION SUFFIELD CHARGERS 14, STREETSBORO BLUE 3 Top Pitchers: (SC) Jackson Buso, Hunter Lackey. Top Hitters: (SC) Ben Dussel, double, single, two RBI; Emerson Kisamore, home run, single; Luka Royer, home run, two RBI; Jackson Buso, triple, single, two RBI. YOUTH SOFTBALL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Basketball has always been important to Russ Swartz. Ever since he can remember. Back to the days when he was just a toddler running around the gymnasium inside Springfield High School, where his dad was a coach. The love started to grow there. And it has never stopped. […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 PORTAGE COUNTY LEADERS RUNNING EVENTS 4X800 RELAY Field (B. Silk, S. Silk, Shutty, Pruszynkski), 7:56.32 Streetsboro (Ivory, Tiller, Puleo, Hodge), 8:19.38 Aurora, 8:55.78 Crestwood, 9:06.6 Kent Roosevelt, 9:08.96 Rootstown (Fillmore, Baughman, Burrell, Reuting), 9:09.2 Garfield, 9:31.15 110 HURDLES Logan Border, Field, 15.00 Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown, 15.10 James Durham, […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Jack Eye, Windham .686 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Austin Biggin, Rootstown .537 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Nate Muncy, Southeast .481 Eric Geddes, Garfield .468 Grady Eader, Field .459 Alex Carter, Garfield .452 Brett Epple, Streetsboro .447 Mav Wood, Southeast .447 Jake Hopkins, Mogadore .429 Scott Wilson, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 ALL-PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Jacarie Corner, St. Thomas Aquinas COACH OF THE YEAR Larry Bailey, Rootstown FIRST TEAM Jacarie Corner, St. Thomas, Aquinas, freshman Deuane Earley, Warren JFK, junior Gianni Damicone, Rootstown, junior Jason Garvin, Mogadore, freshman Gavin Bertka, Southeast, senior […]
2024 Baseball State Tournament Pairings Home team listed first. All games at Canal Park, Akron. All games on the NFHS Network and the OHSAA Radio Network. Pairings shown with final state rank by Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association. Division II Parma Padua Franciscan vs. No. 6 Hamilton Badin, Friday, June 7, 10 a.m. Wintersville […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Saturday’s finals at the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s state championships turned into a special day for Garfield’s Conner Hunt and Streetsboro’s Milena Sobie. Hunt won the state championships in the Seated Division in the 100, 400 and 800. Sobie, a senior, won the state championships in the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Mogadore girls 4×200 relay team came as close to winning a state championship as you could ever train for. The group of Julie Tompkins, Brook McIntyre, Katie Lane and Ari Tompkins finished as runners-up in the Division III race, losing to Coldwater by seven-hundreths of a second. The […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024 LEAGUES KUMERLEE DOUBLES: Lou Drouhard 205, Thomas Prater 662, Michelle Prater 158, Robin Wade 440. PERFECT FIT SUMMER TRIO: Bradley Woodrum 300, Bob Smolko 992, Lisa Osborne 248-549. SUMMER FUN TRIO: Fred Endres 275-667, Robin Farquhar 104-525. HAV-A-BALL 9 PIN: Men: Jon Marshall 300-810, Women: Abby […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Golfers and teams competing in the Portage Sports Four-Person Scramble on June 29 at Sunny Hill Golf Course will have the opportunity to take advantage of the skills offered by talented Portage County athletes and win a $500 cash prize awarded to the champion team. Registration is $300 per […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Home runs took center stage in Ravenna on Saturday, with the high school baseball program’s annual derby that showcased multiple age divisions from youth to alumni. Sparked by Ravens varsity head coach Lee Lovejoy, the annual event pulls in players of all ages in a fun-filled afternoon. In […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TENNIS 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Lucas Foote, Norton COACH OF THE YEAR Phil Seenes, Norton FIRST TEAM Lucas Foote, Norton, junior Ivan Vasich, Coventry, sophomore Jackson Davis, Norton, senior Parker Upton, Woodridge, junior Dhevan Sivapatham, Cloverleaf, senior Zach Pickett, Norton, junior Luke Martell, Norton, […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2024 10U DIVISION SUFFIELD CHARGERS 12, ROOTSTOWN 5 Top Pitchers: (S) David Paul Duma, Jace Bachus, Ben Dussel. Top Hitters: (S) Ben Dussel, triple, two singles, four RBI; Jace Bachus, triple; Jackson Buso, double, three RBI. 11U DIVISION GARFIELD 17, NEWTON FALLS 5 Top Pitchers: (G) Thompson, 4 strikeouts; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Brooklynn McIntyre had a special day on Thursday. The Rootstown senior earned All-Ohio status in a pair of Division III events at the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s state championship track and field event in Dayton. McIntyre qualified for a berth at the state finals in both the discus […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Grady Eader, Field PITCHER OF THE YEAR Landon Homan, Field COACH OF THE YEAR Joe Peterson, Field FIRST TEAM Grady Eader, Field, junior Landon Homan, Field, junior Landon Moritz, Coventry, junior James Evans, Ravenna, junior Jack […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Destiny Ruggiero, Springfield PITCHER OF THE YEAR Maddie Burge, Field COACH OF THE YEAR Beth Dyer, Field FIRST TEAM Destiny Ruggiero, Springfield, senior Maddie Burge, Field, junior Abagale Gray, Cloverleaf, junior Madison Burkhart, Coventry, senior Ava […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County will be well represented at the OHSAA’s state championship meet in Dayton. The three-day event begins on Thursday and will continue on Friday before closing on Saturday. Here is a complete list of all of the state qualifiers from all three divisions: Division I State Qualifiers: https://milesplit.live/meets/568366 […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE TRACK ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Riley Evans, Cloverleaf FIELD EVENT ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Morgan Hallet, Norton COACH OF THE YEAR Garth Gucker, Cloverleaf FIRST TEAM Shot Put: Morgan Hallet, Norton, senior Discus: Morgan Hallet, Norton, senior […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 ALL-METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE TRACK ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Garrett Tiller, Streetsboro FIELD EVENT ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Robert Melzer, Ravenna Trevor Dixon, Field COACH OF THE YEAR Scott Mercer, Woodridge FIRST TEAM Shot Put: Robert Melzer, Ravenna, junior Discus: Camden Radeschi, Field, […]
The 2001 Crestwood High School softball team were champions of the Portage County League. The team finished with a 26-3 overall record and were 13-1 in the PCL. The team included Kelly Bukas, Michelle Penney, Stephanie Moore, Lindsey Harper, Amy Iamarrino, Sherry Murdock, Amber Murdock, Kaitlyn Guyette, Brittany Vanderink, Danielle Robine, Leanne VanAuken and Amanda […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Field softball team doesn’t go anywhere without Coach B’s bucket. A gift from standout alumni Megan Schmidt, the white bucket acts as Bob Bauer’s perch, where he calls pitches for the Falcons’ staff while sitting as close to home plate as possible. The bucket is decorated with a […]
YOUTH SOFTBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2024 10U DIVISION SUFFIELD (GEIGER) 9, SUFFIELD FALCONS 7 Top Pitchers: (S) Sophia Uminski, 15 strikeouts; (SF) Tegan Lightfoot, 15 strikeouts. Top Hitters: (S) Nellie Dunlap, double, two runs; Izzy Confer, double, two RBI; Eliana Reagan, single, two runs. (SF) Lizzy Daves, single, two RBI; Aria Meyers, RBI; Lilly […]
2024 Softball State Tournament Pairings Home team listed first. All games at Firestone Stadium, Akron. Pairings shown with final state rank by Ohio Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association. Division IV No. 1 Strasburg-Franklin (28-3) vs. No. 2 Minster (29-1), Thursday, May 30, 10 a.m. No. 8 Viena Mathews (23-8) vs. Monroeville (23-6), Thursday, May 30, 12:30 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Ashland Golf Club in Ashland hosted the first of several 36-hole junior events hosted by the Northern Ohio PGA. Juniors receive recognition for their place overall as well as in age divisions. In the Girls 11-19 age division, Gracyn Vidovic of Aurora fired a 5-over-par for 36 holes […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Before officially making his home out west in Seattle, AJ Barner found time to come back to first home in Aurora. The Greenmen football alumni, who was drafted in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks after a national-championship season with the University of […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIERS FIELD Lucas Pollard, junior, 300 hurdles, 39.18 seconds, 3rd place at Youngstown Regional Trevor Dixon, sophomore, 6-5, 1st at Youngstown Regional Trevor Dixon, sophomore, 21-1.75, 3rd at Youngstown Regional 4×800 Relay (Evan Pruszynski, Billy Silk, Lucas Pollard, Sean Silk), 8:00.06, 5th at Youngstown Regional (at-large […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Southeast High School boys lacrosse team is still alive in the regional tournament. The Pirates topped Aurora and will play against Hunting Valley University School, the No. 1 seed in the regional tournament, on Thursday at 6 p.m. Karl Mesaros, coach of the Pirates, is looking forward to […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2024 COACH PITCH 1 SUFFIELD FALCONS 16, LAKE 7 Top Hitters: (S) Luka Blake, two singles, double; Leo Budd, four singles, RBI; Rhett Appleby, four singles, RBI; Leo Moore, four singles; Johnny Meyers, three singles, double, three RBI; Colton Delp, four singles, two RBI; Weston Aronhalt, four singles, two […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For the second year in a row, Southeast hosted an Abilities Week that expanded to a district-wide event this year and closed with an inclusive basketball game. The opportunity to showcase Abilities Week across the entire district was led by the coordination of Christina Hemberger, who is a […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Here is a list of high school boys and girls track and field regional qualifiers from Portage County, along with their event, result and placement at the district meet. AURORA BOYS Andrew Snyder, high jump, 11-6, 4th place Leo Sesuraj, long jump, 21-1, 2nd place Jaxson […]
PORTAGE COUNTY BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2024 LEAGUES PERFECT FIT SUMMER TRIO: Derrick Simon 278, Jolson French 969, Marissa Perrine 258-919. KUMERLEE DOUBLES: Larry Stout 242, Ray Weinman 621, Liz Hickman 166, Michelle Prater 483. PERFECT FIT TRIO SPRING: Jason Kalbaugh 300, Ron Elwood 945, Zoe Bevilacqua 225-753. HAV-A-BAL 9 PIN: Men _ Vince […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Josh Russ of Rootstown scored his first ace playing at Paradise Lake Golf Club in Suffield in the Friday Night League. Russ took a score of one on the card for the tough 10th hole, traveling the 144 yards to the cup over the water on the par 3 […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 PORTAGE COUNTY LEADERS RUNNING EVENTS 4X800 RELAY Field (B. Silk, S. Silk, Shutty, Pruszynkski), 8:11.0 Streetsboro (Ivory, Tiller, Puleo, Hodge), 8:19.38 Aurora, 8:55.78 Crestwood, 9:06.6 Kent Roosevelt, 9:08.96 Rootstown (Fillmore, Baughman, Burrell, Reuting), 9:09.2 Garfield, 9:31.15 110 HURDLES Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown, 15.10 Logan Border, Field, 15.17 Lucas Pollard, […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Jack Eye, Windham .686 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Jayden Coffie, Streetsboro .565 Austin Biggin, Rootstown .537 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Nate Muncy, Southeast .481 Grady Eader, Field .472 Eric Geddes, Garfield .468 Alex Carter, Garfield .452 Scott Wilson, Streetsboro .451 Brett Epple, Streetsboro .447 Mav Wood, […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2024 COACH PITCH SUFFIELD FALCONS 21, LAKE 14 Top Hitters: (S) Luka Blake, three singles, RBI; Rhett Appleby, single, double, two RBI; Leo Moore, single, two doubles, RBI; Johnny Meyers, two singles, RBI; Colton Delp, three singles, double, two RBI; Weston Aronhalt, four singles, two RBI; Easton Knapp, three […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ohio High School Athletic Association member schools passed all six proposed revisions to the OHSAA Constitution and Bylaws in votes that were made public by the athletic organization on Thursday. Each member school has one vote for each of the referendums and the vote is officially casted by […]
The 1965 Ravenna Rams youth football team and cheerleaders. The football team photo includes: Front row left to right: John Nottingham, Brant Shearer, Tom Ayers, John Hairston, Bill Smith, Russ Svoboda, Brent Bolyard, Tom Tortorella, Dan Heasley, Paul Lansky, Dennis Smith, Ken Yonker. Second row left to right: John Jordan, Ralph Swartout, Jim Coll, Dave […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ravenna High School athletic department hosted its 9th annual ESPYs event on Tuesday. The event was initiated by Ravenna social studies teacher and boys soccer coach Matt Wunderle in 2016 as a regal and exciting replacement to the school’s annual Letterwinner’s Dinner. Tuesday’s prestigious and formal-dress event captured […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Baseball has been a bit different for the Southeast Pirates this spring. Different from last year. Different than the last six seasons, actually. It was back in 2017 when the Pirates celebrated its last season above .500. That season’s group finished with a 10-7 overall record and were […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024 SOFTBALL BEREA DIVISION III DISTRICT SEMIFINAL COLUMBIANA 7, ROOTSTOWN 1 (At South Range) ROOTSTOWN 000-000-1—1-3-2 COLUMBIANA 100-321-X—7-7-0 Batteries: Krieger and Hammerschmidt. Gamble and Perkins. WP — Gamble (12 strikeouts). LP — Kreiger (7 strikeouts). Top Hitters: (R) Silveus, single, run; K. Hammerschmidt, single; Thomas, single. MACEDONIA […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024 TEAM STANDINGS 1. Woodridge 158; 2. Field 131; 3. Cloverleaf 92; 4. Streetsboro 81.5; 5. Ravenna 62; 6. Norton 56.5; 7. Coventry 25; 8. Springfield 14. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS RUNNING EVENTS 4×800 RELAY (7:53.84) — 1. Woodridge (Griffiths, Jansen, McAllister, Su); 2. […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024 TEAM STANDINGS 1. Rootstown 121; 2. Mogadore 100; 3. Warren JFK 90; 4. Southeast 89; 5. Lake Center Christian 57; 6. St. Thomas Aquinas 31. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS RUNNING EVENTS 4×800 RELAY (8:57.72) — 1. Rootstown (B. Fillmore, Baughman, Burrell, Reuting); 2. […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 COACH PITCH 2 SUFFIELD FEARLESS FALCONS 8, SPRINGFIELD 7 Top Hitters: (SFF) Nickson Sexton, single, double, run; Luke Smith, two singles, two runs; Leland Zappie, two singles, double, three runs; Zach Peters, three doubles, five RBI, two runs; Weston Trainer, double, single, two RBI. 11U DIVISION […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The start of the 2024 track and field season was filled with a lot of rain and cold weather. Far from peak running conditions. However, track runners in Northeast Ohio are ready for anything. Teams continued to train for league meets in late April and May’s race toward […]
YOUTH SOFTBALL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 10U DIVISION SUFFIELD 13, MOGADORE WILDCATS 9 Top Pitchers: (M) Zoey Straight, 6 strikeouts. Top Hitters: (M) Keira Francis, single, two RBI; Haleigh Rambler, single; Harper Walker, single; Josie Fournier, single. SUFFIELD FALCONS 15, ROOTSTOWN HOT SHOTS 11 Top Pitchers: (S) Carly Nader, 5 strikeouts; Tegan […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL FASTPITCH SOFTBALL COACHES ASSOCAITION FINAL STATE POLL MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points Walsh Jesuit, 119 Watkins Memorial, 117 Anthony Wayne, 97 Austintown Fitch, 94 Lancaster, 72 Hilliard Bradley, 61 Centerville, 44 Perrysburg, 36 Lebanon, 28 Holland Springgieldf, 23 DIVISION II Canfield, 110 Granville, 84 Kenton […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 BASEBALL LOUISVILLE DIVISION II SECTIONAL SEMIFINAL SALEM 2, KENT ROOSEVELT 1 (At Salem) ROOSEVELT 000-001-0—1-2-1 SALEM 000-100-1—2-8-2 Batteries: Page and Schromm. Rhodes and Burt. WP — Rhodes (9 strikeouts). LP — Page (6 strikeouts). Top Hitters: (KR) Smith, single; Haney, single; Spears, run. MASSILLON DIVISION III […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Up the stadium bleachers he ran. With a football in his hand. His cleats click-clacking on each board. The football game was not over yet, but the game could wait. Something far more important had hit his heart. He had to find his mom. Joe Peterson had just […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Northern Ohio PGA started its junior series of tournaments at Trumbull Country Club in Warren. Gracyn Vidovic, of Aurora, an OHSAA state qualifier for the Greenmen in 2024, earned a third-place victory in the girls 16-to-19 age division. Vidovic fired a 2-over-par on the tough fairways at Trumbull […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Vincent Cannata qualified for the OHSAA’s Division I boys tennis district tournament. Cannata worked his way through the individual bracket on Friday at Solon to finish third, among the top-four players advancing to the next level. “He played great,” said his coach, and father, Vincent Cannata. When the tourney […]
PORTAGE COUNTY LEAGUE SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2024 PERFECT FIT TRIO: Ron Elwood 279, Joey Hanlin 279-1,022, Zoe Bevilacqua 268-865. KUMMERLEE DOUBLES: Rudy Jones 257, Ray Weinman 654, Robin Wise 172, Michelle Prater 493. HAV-A-BALL 9 PIN: Men—Jon Marshall 300-844, Jon Morrison & Kevin Zolgus 300; Women _ Brooklyn Horner 234-678; Boys _ Lucian […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor As important as a batter that hits for power and average, having a player star on the defensive side of the field is a luxury that coaches wish they could share across all nine positions. These are the players that make the difficult plays look easy. The players that […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Jack Eye, Windham .689 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Austin Biggin, Rootstown .522 Eric Geddes, Garfield .492 Nate Muncy, Southeast .481 Grady Eader, Field .472 Alex Carter, Garfield .466 Scott Wilson, Streetsboro .451 Brett Epple, Streetsboro .447 Mav Wood, Southeast .447 Ethan Rinehart, Field .438 Caden Kolesar, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor As important as a batter is that hits for power and average, having a player star on the defensive side of the field is a luxury that coaches wish they could share across all nine positions. These are the players that make the difficult plays look easy. The […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2024 COACH PITCH 2 SUFFIELD FALCONS 18, MOGADORE 7 Top Hitters: (S) Nickson Sexton, three singles, duble, four runs; Timmy Schlarb, three singles, three runs; Leland Zappie, two doubles, two singles, two RBI, three runs; Zach Peters, four singles, two RBI, two runs; Maddox Bashlor, four singles, two RBI, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2024 SOFTBALL FIELD 14, RAVENNA 0 (At Field) RAVENNA 000-00—0-0-7 FIELD 614-3X—14-8-1 Batteries: K. Sterba and M. Sterba. Bey and Hindle. WP — Bey (8 strikeouts). LP — Sterba. Top Hitters: (F) Gressman, single, double; Bey, double; Pollard, double. BASEBALL GARFIELD 10, CHALKER 0 (At Chalker) GARFIELD 601-111—10-6-1 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL FAST PITCH SOFTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points Watkins Memorial, 109 Walsh Jesuit, 107 Austintown Fitch, 85 Anthony Wayne, 81 Lancaster, 80 Hilliard Bradley, 49 Centerville, 37 Holland Springfield, 32 Lebanon, 29 Perrysburg, 23 DIVISION II Canfield, 109 Granville, 91 Kenton […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Q: Hometown? A: Maple Heights, Ohio. Q: High school? A: St. Peter Chanel. Class of 1985. Played baseball. Q: College? A: University of Dayton. Class of 1989. Degree in business administration. Q: Current occupation? A: Project manager. Q: What inspired you to become a coach? A: The opportunity to […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024 SOFTBALL AURORA 7, HIGHLAND 3 (At Highland) AURORA 203-200-0—7-7-1 HIGHLAND 101-001-0—3-7-1 Batteries: Metzger and Schechterman. Brewster and Riedy. WP — Metzger (6 strikeouts). LP — Brewster (6 strikeouts). Top Hitters: (A) Metzger, double, two RBI, run; Retton, home run, double, two singles, three RBI, two runs; Unverferth, two […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor One of the goals that drives Jack Eye is that he wants to be a better baseball player than his father. That is not the easiest goal to achieve considering his dad Jake Eye starred at Windham, then Ohio University, before being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced its preliminary divisional breakdowns and regional-tournament representation for the 2024-25 winter sports tournaments on Monday. The OHSAA Board of Directors approved the new divisions and tournament representation for all winter sports except wrestling at its April board meeting, which included the previously […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024 COACH PITCH 1 SUFFIELD FALCONS 22, SPRINGFIELD 15 Top Hitters: (SF) Luka Blake, three singles, three RBI; Leo Mudd, two singles, double, RBI; Rhett Appleby, three singles, RBI; Leo Moore, two singles, double, two RBI; Johnny Meyers, four singles, RBI; Colton Delp, four singles, two RBI; Weston Aronhalt, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Canton Invaders and Cleveland Crunch have announced a 40-year reunion game that will be played on Saturday, May 25, at the Goodyear Hall in Akron. The event is being billed as a “Night of Soccer Legends.” The Invaders were formed in 1984 and at one point won five […]
YOUTH SOFTBALL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024 10U DIVISION MOGADORE WILDCATS 10, ROOTSTOWN FIREHOUSE 10 Top Pitchers: (M) Haleigh Rambler; Zoey Straight, 10 strikeouts. Top Hitters: (M) Harper Walker, single; Noah O’Karma, single; Charleigh Thiry, single. SUFFIELD BOWMAN 11, SUFFIELD FALCONS 9 Top Pitchers: (SB) Avery Bowman, 8 strikeouts. (SF) Tegan Lightfoot, two strikeouts; Carly […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024 SOFTBALL ROOTSTOWN 3, WESTERN RESERVE 0 (At Rootstown) WESTERN RESERVE 000-000-0—0-4-2 ROOTSTOWN 000-210-X—3-5-1 Batteries: Krieger and Hammerschmidt. WP — Krieger (14 strikeouts). Top Hitters: (R) White, double, RBI; Krieger, single, run; Silveus, single, run; Thoams, run. MANCHESTER 9, FIELD 5 (At Field) MANCHESTER 300-300-3—9-13-2 FIELD 000-320-0—5-8-1 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2024 SOFTBALL AURORA 10, GREEN 2 (At Green) AURORA 231-112-0—10-15-0 GREEN 200-000-0—2-4-2 Batteries: Bohanan, Metzger (6) and Schechterman. Liszewski and Spada. WP — Bohanan. LP — Liszewski. Top Hitters: (A) Bohanan, triple, two singles, two RBI, run; Metzger, three doubles, two RBI, two runs; Schechterman, three doubles, two RBI, […]
STRIKING A BALANCE SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, MAY 5, 2024 LEAGUES SUMMER FUN TRIO: Gavin Guy 279-727, Robin Farquhar 179, Corky Farquhar 494. HAV-A-BALL 9PIN: Adults _ Dale Hahn 278-803, Abby Smith 264-717; Youth _ Will Brown 254-602, Emily Morrison 232-598. PERFECT FIT TRIO: Joey Hardin 300-959, Zoe Bevilacqua 249-805. KUMERLEE DOUBLES: Thomas Prater 236, Ray Weinman […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer PORTAGE SPORTS GOLF SCRAMBLE Tom Nader, Portage Sports publisher, announced the first Portage Sports Four-Person Scramble Tournament this week — scheduled for Sunny Hill Golf Course in Brimfield on Saturday, June 29. Registration is $300 per team ($75 per person) and will offer many traditional golf event competitions, including […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Jack Eye, Windham .689 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Jayden Coffie, Streetsboro .565 Caden Kolesar, Field .512 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Scott Wilson, Streetsboro .481 Eric Geddes, Garfield .468 Alex Carter, Garfield .452 Caleb Miller, Southeast .450 Grady Eader, Field .432 Carter Little, Field .429 Josh Boldin, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 PORTAGE COUNTY LEADERS RUNNING EVENTS 4X800 RELAY Field (B. Silk, S. Silk, Shutty, Pruszynkski), 8:11.0 Streetsboro (Ivory, Tiller, Puleo, Hodge), 8:24.77 Aurora, 8:55.78 Crestwood, 9:06.6 Kent Roosevelt, 9:08.96 Rootstown (Fillmore, Baughman, Burrell, Reuting), 9:09.2 Garfield, 9:31.15 110 HURDLES Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown, 15.10 Logan Border, Field, 15.17 Lucas Pollard, […]
BOYS TENNIS METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT (At Ravenna High School) TOURNAMENT STANDINGS: Norton 50, Cloverleaf 37, Woodridge 32, Ravenna 27, Field 26, Coventry 21. SEASON RECORD: Norton 10-0, Cloverleaf 7-3, Ravenna 4-6, Coventry 4-6, Woodridge 4-6, Field 0-10. FINAL OVERALL STANDINGS: 1. Norton, 2. Cloverleaf, 3. Woodridge, 4. Ravenna, 5. Coventry, 6. Field. FIRST SINGLES: […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024 BASEBALL WATERLOO 8, RAVENNA 7 (At Waterloo) RAVENNA 211-020-1—7-10-7 WATERLOO 102-103-1—8-8-1 Batteries: Miller, Welling (6) and Fuller. Simons, Hurst (7) and Russell. WP — Simons (9 strikeouts). LP — Welling. Top Hitters: (R) Fuller, double, single, twoRBI; Jennings, two singles, three runs; Hysell, isingle, two RBI, run; Eldredge, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Hope Murphy’s college running career that has been filled with accolades earned one more. As prestigious as they come, too. Murphy, a 2021 Mogadore High School graduate, was named the 2023-24 Baldwin Wallace Women’s Senior Athlete of the Year. Murphy, a senior majoring in hospitality and tourism management […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2024 BASEBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 6, HIGHLAND 5 (At Kent Roosevelt) HIGHLAND 020-300-0—5-10-1 ROOSEVELT 010-230-X—6-8-2 Batteries: Myser, Cope (4), Ganda (6) and Toth. Page and Schromm. WP — Page (3-3). LP — Myser. Top Hitters: (KR) Schromm, double, RBI, three runs; Smith, single, two runs; Estep, double, run; Baggetta, two […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A few weeks ago, Kyle Rodstrom saw an interesting statistic flash across his television screen. In the totality of an athlete’s life, sports competition, on average, will only account for 3 percent of their lives. The purpose of the stat was to offer perspective that a person’s impact […]
Portage Sports reader Laura Lindberg shared this great photo of the 1949 Deerfield High School boys basketball team from the Deerfield Historical Society. Many of the player identifications are missing, but Laura shared that No. 10 is her father Jesse Carver, while No. 33 is Paul Richey and No. 55 is Gale Diehl. Laura said, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced its preliminary divisional breakdowns and regional tournament representation on Tuesday for the upcoming fall sports season. The announcement came after the OHSAA Board of Directors approved the new divisions and tournament representation last week during its April board meeting, which included […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a regular Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to become tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Waterloo High School baseball head coach Jeremy Randles, who is in his second season leading the […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024 COACH PITCH 2 GARRETTSVILLE GOLD 11, GARRETTSVILLE GOLDEN EAGLES 10 Top Hitters: (GE) Grayson Allen, three singles, three RBI; Tucker Norton, four singles, RBI; Lucas Nieves, four singles; Landon Wade, three singles, two RBI. (GG) Isiah Paes, double, two RBI. Defensive Standout: (GE) Grayson Allen. GARRETTSVILLE […]
YOUTH SOFTBALL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024 COACH PITCH 2 SUFFIELD STORM 12, SUFFIELD HOT SHOTS 2 Top Hitters: (SS) Aurora Stutzman, two singles, home run, three RBI. (SH) Harper Ilg, three singles, RBI. 10U DIVISION SOUTHINGTON 9, CRESTWOOD DIAMOND DEVILS 9 Top Pitchers: (S) Adalynn Presley. Top Hitters: (S) Myra Miranda, single; Annaleigh Kren, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024 BASEBALL WINDHAM 20, SOUTHINGTON CHALKER 1 (At Chalker) WINDHAM 252-0(11)—20-13-1 CHALKER 001-00—1-1-4 Batteries: Eye and McCune. WP — Eye (11 strikeouts). Top Hitters: (W) Eye, two doubles, two singles, four RBI, three runs; Ridenbaugh, three singles, two RBI, two runs; McCune, two singles, three RBI, four runs; King, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL FASTPITCH SOFTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points Watkins Memorial, 122 Walsh Jesuit, 106 Anthony Wayne, 94 Lancaster, 89 Austintown Fitch, 80 Hilliard Bradley, 55 Holland Springfield, 39 Lebanon, 31 Amherst Steele, 20 Centerville, 19 DIVISION II Canfield, 109 Granville, 90 […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points, Record Archbishop Moeller, 280, 18-0 Mason, 219, 17-3 Olentangy Berlin, 190, 17-3 Springboro, 182, 12-1 Grove City, 157, 16-3 Olentangy Orange, 134, 15-3 North Royalton, 58, 14-3 Pickerington Central, 56-15-2 Kettering Fairmont, 54, 16-3 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer At the opening ceremonies for the new Southeast High School track last week, Superintendent Bob Dunn announced the track would be open to the community to use when athletes at the high school were not using it for competition or practice. “The community was instrumental in helping Southeast build […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Spins Bowl in Kent welcomed the first Red, White and Bowl sponsored by the Northern Ohio Folds of Honor to raise scholarship funds for the families of fallen military and first responders. The evening was filled with families from northern Ohio supporting the organization, while enjoying three hours of bowling, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For the 17th season, the Kent Roosevelt High School baseball team will host the David Starkey Memorial Baseball Classic. Games are schedule to begin this weekend and will be played in honor of Starkey, who graduated from Roosevelt in 1991 and was a standout member of the Rough […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2024 BASEBALL STREETSBORO 11, NORTON 0 (At Streetsboro) NORTON 000-00—0-4-3 STREETSBORO 121-7X—11-8-3 Batteries: Lewis, Williams (3), Saffel (4) and Senderak. Pincoe and Epple. WP — Pincoe. LP — Lewis. Top Hitters: (S) Boldin, home run, four RBI, run; Pincoe, two singles, two runs; Batten, triple, two singles, three RBI, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer White’s Senior Doubles concluded their season with an awards ceremony to honor high scores and champions. The league had three 300 games in the final half: Fred Endres, Tabitha Schlupe and Jack Steele. Honored for most improved average was: Barbie Hamric 129 to 138 and Jack Steele 183 to […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2024 SOFTBALL GAME ONE FIELD 12, LAKE 2 (At Lake) FIELD 054-003—12-13-2 LAKE 000-101—2-9-6 Batteries: Gressman and Hindel. Ury, Greathouse (4) and Dutton. WP — Gressman. LP — Ury. Top Hitters: (F) Gressman, two doubles; Sutkowy, three singles; Ulrich, two singles, Rahe, two singles, home run. (L) Barr, home […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer PORTAGE COUNTY SENIOR AMATEUR Once played in conjunction with the Portage County Amateur, the Senior Portage County Amateur split into a stand-alone tournament in 2011 as the field for both tournaments grew. Holding two separate tournaments also allowed golfers who loved the competition to compete in both the Amateur […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Aurora High School graduate AJ Barner, who won a national championship at the University of Michigan this past season, was drafted in the fourth round (121st overall pick) of the NFL Draft on Saturday by the Seattle Seahawks. The 6-foot-6, 250-pound tight end began his college career at Indiana […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor It was only four short years ago that Michael Hall Jr. was terrorizing quarterbacks across Portage County. Now, after a successful career at Ohio State University, the 6-foot-3, 290-pound defensive lineman, is a member of the NFL. Better yet, he received the opportunity to stay home. The Cleveland Browns […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2024 SOFTBALL WOODRIDGE 10, RAVENNA 7 (At Ravenna) WOODRIDGE 104-104-0-10-14-1 RAVENNA 120-012-1—7-17-1 Batteries: Not reported. FIELD 12, NORTON 1 (At Norton) FIELD 130-206—12-14-3 NORTON 000-100—1-7-5 Batteries: Burge and Weis. Mullet, Messed (2) and Drener. WP — Burge. LP — Mullet. Top Hitters: (F) Burge, sigle, double, home […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Aurora boys tennis team earned the runner-up spot in the Suburban Boys Tennis League Tournament hosted by Highland High School on Friday in Medina. The Greenmen’s Vincent Cannata proved his top seed was well earned, as he worked his way through the bracket and ultimately defeated Luke Butcher, of […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced its divisional breakdowns and regional assignments on Thursday for the upcoming 2024 high school football season. The OHSAA places the largest 70 schools in the state in Division I, then divides all the reamining schools as equally as possible into Divisions […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Jack Eye, Windham .692 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Jayden Coffie, Streetsboro .565 Caden Kolesar, Field .512 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Scott Wilson, Streetsboro .481 Eric Geddes, Garfield .441 Grady Eader, Field .432 Nate Muncy, Southeast .429 Ronnie Skye, Mogadore .429 Carter Little, Field .429 Josh […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 PORTAGE COUNTY LEADERS RUNNING EVENTS 4X800 RELAY Streetsboro (Ivory, Tiller, Puleo, Hodge), 8:24.77 Field, 8:32.14 Aurora, 8:55.78 Crestwood, 9:06.6 Kent Roosevelt, 9:08.96 Rootstown, 9:09.2 Garfield, 9:31.15 110 HURDLES Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown; Logan Border, Field, 15.20 Lucas Pollard, Field, 15.4 James Durham, Crestwood, 16.12 Micah Sheller, Kent Roosevelt, 16.64 […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2024 COACH PITCH 1 SUFFIELD FALCONS 16, SUFFIELD SLUGGERS 0 Top Hitters: (SF) Easton Knapp, three singles, double, two RBI; Leo Moore, two singles, two doubles, four RBI; Colton Delp, single, RBI; Cyrus Waldeck, two singles, triple; Kayson McGlothlin, single; Johnny Meyers, three singles, three RBI; Luka Blake, two […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2024 BASEBALL MOGADORE 9, STREETSBORO 7 (At Streetsboro) MOGADORE 320-301-0—9-10-2 STREETSBORO 000-007-0—7-7-1 Batteries: (M) Thiry, Smith (5), Constantine (7) and Hopkins. Epple, Pollock (3) and not reported. WP — Smith. LP — Epple. Top Hitters: (M) Constantine, double, two singles, three RBI, three runs; Buso, triple, single, three RBI, […]
A two-page spread from the 1957 Windham High School yearbook that was shared on a Windham alumni Facebook page. Shown are all of the Bombers’ senior lettermen from the 1957 season. The Bombers finished the 1957 season with a record of 6-0-1. Here is a look at the week-by-week results: Week 1: Ravenna Township, 32-13 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Dean Olson has watched the rise of girls wrestling with a smile, but also without surprise. “It has been unbelievable to see,” he said. Twenty years ago, Olson was at the forefront of the sport in Portage County. At a time when it still would catch spectators off […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The opening ceremony for the new Southeast Local Schools’ all-weather track hit all the right notes as school officials, board members, community members and a who’s who in the Portage County track community gathered to help the Pirates celebrate on Tuesday. The band was in the bleachers to play […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024 BASEBALL FIELD 15, STREETSBORO 6 (At Streetsboro) FIELD 020-430-6—15-13-0 STREETSBORO 110-000-4—6-11-4 Batteries: Homan, Kolesar (7) and Rinehart. Batten, Wilson (5), Pollock (5), Atkin (6), Coffie (6) and Epple. WP — Homan. LP — Batten. Top Hitters: (F) Clapp, single, three RBI; run; Eader, two singles, two RBI, two […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a regular Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to become tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Kent Roosevelt High School softball coach Luke Darrah, who is in his sixth season leading the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL FASTPITCH SOFTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points Watkins Memorial, 124 Anthony Wayne, 107 Lancaster, 90 Walsh Jesuit, 85 Austintown Fitch, 74 Holland Springfield, 46 Hilliard Bradley, 43 Lebanon, 40 Amherst Steele, Brecksville-Broadview Heights, 22 DIVISION II Canfield, 115 Granville, 98 Unioto, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Maddie Burge is forever ready to do whatever it takes for the Field softball team. A year removed from battling through a season of injuries, Burge has re-established herself as the team’s pitching ace at the perfect time for her Falcons. After a 13-win freshman season as the program’s […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, Team, Points, Record Archbishop Moeller, 250, 10-0 Mason, 218, 11-1 Olentangy Orange, 181, 10-1 Olentangy Berlin 156, 13-2 North Royalton, 118, 12-1 Grove City, 93, 12-3 Springboro, 64, 13-1 University School, 45, 10-1 Kettering Fairmont, 32, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ravenna High School football head coach Joe Callihan announced his resignation from the position last week. The 2023 season was Callihan’s second leading the Ravens. He posted a 6-14 overall record, with back-to-back 3-7 records the previous two seasons. The Ravens were 4-10 in conference play and split the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024 BASEBALL ST. JOHN’S 13, WINDHAM 1 (At St. John’s) WINDHAM 000-100-0—1-3-4 ST. JOHN’S 517-0X—13-12-0 Batteries: King, Hopper (4) and McCune, Cales. Wychok and Seuerino, Hernandez. WP — Wychok. LP — King. Top Hitters: (W) Eye, double, single, run; Paolella, single; Cody, RBI. (SJ) Campbell, double, single, three RBI, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Many have memories that can transport them back to the baseball or softball diamond. Each spring, it is easy for those memories to come rushing back with a wave of nostalgia. The smell of the cut crass. The gritty feel of the dirt. The popping sound of the […]
YOUTH BASEBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2024 COACH PITCH 2 GARRETTSVILLE GOLDEN EAGLES 12, JACKSON-MILTON 11 Top Hitters: (G) Grayson Allen, four singles and four RBI; Landon Wade, three singles and RBI; Rowdy Pridemore, three singles, double and three RBI; Eli Rusch, four singles and three RBI; Tucker Norton, four singles. Defensive Standouts: (G) Rowdy […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024 BASEBALL SATURDAY WEST LAKE 8, AURORA 1 (At West Lake) AURORA 000-001-0—1-6-1 WEST LAKE 110-042-X—8-9-0 Batteries: Bonnett, Cifani (2), Kilway (6) and not reported. Not reported. WP — n/a. LP — Bonnett. Top Hitters: (A) Pfiffner, two singles; Hach, single, RBI, run; Embrescia, single; Hensley, single; Larrance, single. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It’s the one that started it all. The Portage County Amateur has been a part of the golf landscape since 1930. The Amateur was the original tournament, but now has expanded to include stand-alone tournaments for seniors, juniors and kids and includes divisions for women as well, reflecting the […]
BOWLING SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES WHITE’S THURSDAY SENIOR TRIOT: Troy Allison 256, Fred Endres 697, Larry Stout 207, Raymond Weinman 600, Patti Andrews 188, Tabitha Schlupe 651, Pam Perry 185, Robin Wise 496. PERFECT FIT TRIO: Joey Hardan 279-891, James Bender 267-928, Alex Rudolph 252, Bob Szarka 852, Zoe Bevilacqua 223-740, Laura […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Crestwood High School recognized five seniors on its College Signing Day on Friday morning in the school library. Volleyball’s Zoe Babnik and Jazmyn Stevens, boys basketball’s Charlie Schweickert, softball’s Bella Hunter and track and field’s Lilly O’Bryant were all part of the special event. All five signed their official […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 PORTAGE COUNTY LEADERS RUNNING EVENTS 4X800 RELAY Field, 8:32.14 Aurora, 8:55.78 Crestwood, 9:06.6 Kent Roosevelt, 9:08.96 Rootstown, 9:09.2 Garfield, 9:31.15 110 HURDLES Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown, 15.20 Lucas Pollard, Field, 16.01 James Durham, Crestwood, 16.12 Logan Border, Field, 16.13 Micah Sheller, Kent Roosevelt, 16.64 Anthony Schwind, Mogadore, 17.11 Derek […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Mav Wood, Southeast .750 Jayden Coffie, Streetsboro .688 Cohen Richardson, Southeast .667 Brandyn Bogucki, Garfield .600 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Braden Craft, Streetsboro .571 Scott Wilson, Streetsboro .550 Caden Kolesar, Field .531 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Caleb Miller, Southeast .500 Logan West, Southeast .500 Carter Oyster, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024 BASEBALL GARFIELD 13, STRUTHERS 2 (At Newton Falls) GARFIELD 221-125—13-13-0 STRUTHERS 100-010—2-7-2 Batteries: Carter and Pesicek. Carnahan, Pastella (3), Moore (6) and McMurray. WP — Carter. LP — Carnahan. Top Hitters: (G) Geddes, double, single, three RBI, two runs; Hill, double, three singles, four RBI; Carter, two singles, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Kent State University announced on Thursday that it extended the contract of women’s basketball coach Todd Starkey through the 2029-30 season. Starkey just recently completed his eighth season with the Golden Flashes, and he has posted seven winning seasons, earned five postseason berths and won more than 20 games […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024 BASEBALL BRISTOL 10, WINDHAM 2 (At Bristol) WINDHAM 101-000-0–2-2-4 BRISTOL 213-004-X—10-12-1 Batteries: Paolella, King (3) and McCune. Picke, Miller (2) and Swagsr, Musson. WP — Picke. LP — Paolella. Top Hitters: (W) Paolella, two singles; Eye, RBI; McCune, two runs; King, RBI. (B) Picke, double, two singles, two […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Rootstown has turned to one of Portage County’s all-time winningest coaches to take over the high school’s football program. Tom Hannan was board approved on Wednesday to become the next coach of the Rovers, taking over for Chris Knopick, who resigned after three seasons leading the program. Knopick […]
HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points Lancaster, 106 Watkins Memorial, 87 Anthony Wayne, 84 Walsh Jesuit, 77 Austintown Fitch, 72 Holland Springfield, 58 Amherst Steele, 54 Centerville, 53 Lebanon, 39 Hilliard Bradley, 37 DIVISION II Canfield, 103 Granville, 70 Unioto, 64 Indian Lake, 54 Jonathan […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024 BASEBALL STREETSBORO 4, WOODRIDGE 1 (At Woodridge) STREETSBORO 010-011-1—4-8-1 WOODRIDGE 000-000-1—1-3-2 Batteries: Craft, Batten (7) and Epple. Heisler, Johnston (7) and Anderson. WP — Craft. LP — Heisler. Top Hitters: (S) Wilson, single, run, RBI; Batten, home run, RBI, run; Coffie, double, RBI. (W) Duffy, single, run; Iglegeart, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a regular Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Streetsboro High School track and field coach Rob Kidd, who is in his sixth season leading the […]
For the 19th year, the Crestwood High School track and field program hosted its annual invitational to honor legendary and respected coach Don Faix, who died in 2001 after an illustrious career with the Red Devils. Faix is a member of both the Ohio Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Halls of Fame, as […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor One of the most alluring tags a Major League Baseball prospect can receive is being identified as a five-tool player. The stamp is used to describe a rare player that is exceptional at all five of the important physical tools of the game: Speed, throwing, fielding, hitting for […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024 BASEBALL LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN 10, SOUTHEAST 2 (At Southeast) LAKE CENTER 012-230-2—10-6-1 SOUTHEAST 000-001-1—2-3-5 Batteries: Maninga, Shelly (7) and Smilek. Muncy, Muccino (5) and Blankenship. WP — Maninga (3-0). LP — Muncy. Top Hitters: (LCC) Tanner Norman, two doubles, two RBI; Harrison Coblentz, two singles. RAVENNA […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor After a few days to reflect on the first Portage Sports High School Basketball All-Star games, I felt it was important to revisit the night to address a few things that helped turn the night into success. It was an amazing night, the stars were shining bright and […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points, Record Archbishop Moeller, 299, 11-0 Mason, 268, 11-1 Oletangy Orange, 219, 10-0 North Royalton, 180, 9-1 Grove City, 111, 9-3 Butler, 75, 9-3 Lancaster, 67, 9-1 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It is a busy three days for junior golfers with the 10th Kids Am at Sunny Hill on July 21 and the 18th Matt Mishler Junior Portage County Amateur set for July 22-23. The Junior Am tees off at Windmill Lakes in Ravenna on July 22 with girls and […]
BOWLING SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2024 ADULT LEAGUES WHITE’S SENIOR DOUBLES: Larry Stout 265-555, Mario Laramee 225-650, Robin Wise 201-526, Betsy Mako 183-491. PERFECT FIT TRIO: Troy Allison 269, Bob Szarka 267-950, Alen Rudolph 920, James Bender 259, Joey Hardin 876, Zoe Bevilacqua 231-807. WHITE’S SENIOR TRIO: Tom Walker 263, Fred Endres 725, Raymond Weinman […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD 2024 PORTAGE COUNTY LEADERS RUNNING EVENTS 4X800 RELAY Field, 8:32.14 Aurora, 8:55.78 Crestwood, 9:06.6 Kent Roosevelt, 9:08.96 Rootstown, 9:09.2 Garfield, 9:31.15 110 HURDLES Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown, 15.55 Lucas Pollard, Field, 16.01 James Durham, Crestwood, 16.12 Logan Border, Field, 16.13 Micah Sheller, Kent Roosevelt, 16.64 Anthony Schwind, Mogadore, 17.11 Derek […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Jayden Coffie, Streetsboro .889 Mav Wood, Southeast .750 Cohen Richardson, Southeast .667 Jack Pincoe, Streetsboro .667 Scott Wilson, Streetsboro .667 Caden Kolesar, Field .571 Jake Eyerman, Crestwood .571 Braden Craft, Streetsboro .571 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Caleb Miller, Southeast .500 Kayden Smith, Field .500 Logan West, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Portage Sports High School Basketball All-Star Games filled Ravenna High School’s James Coll Gymnasium with energy on Wednesday night. In the inaugural edition of the games, both the boys and girls contests came down to the final seconds. For the girls, it was Team South that defeated […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL 2024 PORTAGE SPORTS ALL-STAR GAME TEAM SOUTH 85, TEAM NORTH 84 (James Coll Gymnasium, Ravenna) TEAM SOUTH (85) — Jackson Eichler 2 0-0 4; Corey Lehner 4 0-0 9; Garrett Sprutte 12 3-4 28; Cameron Mahone 4 2-2 10; Layne Miller 4 0-0 10; Manny Smith […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The first Portage Sports All-Star basketball games will tip off tonight (Wednesday, April 10) at Ravenna High School. This will be the first public event for Portage Sports, and I am excited to bring it to everyone. Both the boys and girls basketball games will be hosted at Ravenna […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a regular Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Garfield High School baseball coach Mike Paes, who is in his 10th season leading the G-Men. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Ohio High School Athletic Association member schools will vote on six proposed changes to the organization’s bylaws during the annual referendum voting period, which lasts from May 1 to May 15. The results of those votes will be formally announced by the OHSAA on May 16. For any […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2024 BASEBALL FIELD 9, NORTON 8 (At Norton) FIELD 004-210-2—9-10-2 NORTON 242-000-0—8-9-1 Batteries: (F) Yutzy, Kolesar (3) and Rinehart. (N) Mattei, DeDomenic (3), Lewis (4), Meyer (7) and Fuller. WP — Kolesar. LP — Lewis. Top Hitters: (F) Rinehart, four singles, four RBI; Kolesar, double, two runs; McAmis, single, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor There is a lot of pressure on a softball pitcher. And it is easy to feel it. Inside the circle, with every pitch, the spotlight is on. With each pitch, a new wave of emotion, pressure and accountability. As physically demanding as the position is, there is a […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points, Record Archbishop Moeller, 278, 7-0 Jackson, 206, 6-1 Mason, 194, 7-1 Grove City, 123, 6-2 North Royalton, 116, 6-0 Sylvania Northview, 80, 5-0 Springboro, 62, 5-0 Troy, 61, 7-2 Butler 57, 6-1 North […]
HIGH SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD SCOREBOARD MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024 BOYS CRESTWOOD 19th ANNUAL DON FAIX INVITATIONAL (At Bridget Franek Track, Crestwood High School, Mantua) TEAM STANDINGS 1. Field 129; 2. Aurora 89; 3. Ravenna 57; 4. Painesville Harvey 54; 5. Orange 56; 6. Cuyahoga Falls 39; 7. Garfield 36; 8. Kent Roosevelt 35; 9. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2024 BASEBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 5, CUYAHOGA FALLS 0 (At Kent Roosevelt) CUYAHOGA FALLS 000-000-0—0-2-0 KENT ROOSEVELT 000-131-X—5-6-1 Batteries: (CF) Glenny, Weirs (5), Smith (6) and not reported. (KR) Page and Schromm. WP — Page (2-1). LP — Glenny (0-1). Top Hitters: (CF) Eggleton, single; Watson, single. (KR) Maccarone, double, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Mark your calendars for the annual Portage County Amateurs, four tournaments that welcome golfers from preschool to seniors at Portage County area golf courses. First on the calendar is the 10th Kids Amateur on July 21 at Sunny Hill Golf Course in Brimfield. The popular event welcomes more than […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer BOWLING LEAGUE SCOREBOARD WHITE’S SENIOR DOUBLES LEAGUE Men: Jack Steele 300-659, Fred Endres 269-734, Mario Laramee 255-685, Jerry Losh 239-570, John Roberts 214-560, Don Morrow 211-607. Women: Tabitha Schlupe 235-672, Cathy Lisic 208-665, Patti Andrews 198-459, Betsy Mako 194-491, Pam Fife 193, Jane Roop 192-481. GARDEN SPOT: Sean […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2024 BOYS TENNIS WEDNESDAY COVENTRY 2, FIELD 2 (At Field) First Singles — Ivan Vasich (C) def. Kaden Schrader; Second Singles — Andrew Naugle (C) def. Mason Long; Third Singles — Field by default; First Doubles — Kyle Lamp/Vincent Tie (C) def. Bryce Cannon/Walter Siegfried, postponed due to weather; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced that football 7-on-7 competition is now permitted at any time prior to and after the football season, other than the 28-day no-contact period immediately after the season. Previously, 7-on-7 competition was not permitted until May 15. Full practice and hitting are […]
The NEO Umpires organization is currently seeking anyone interested in becoming an umpire for local youth baseball and softball teams this spring. Games range from ages 6 to 15 years old. The pay ranges from $50 to $60 per game, which are approximately 2 hours long. The Northeast Ohio Baseball and Softball league includes 324 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Pete Bennett had a special childhood in Windham. It is where he fell in love with the game of golf. A love that persisted throughout his life. All the way until his death on Aug. 10, just months after winning a local tournament, at the age of 74. “Pete […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024 BOYS TRACK AND FIELD ROOTSTOWN 72, CRESTWOOD 55 ROOTSTOWN 102, COLUMBIA 22 CRESTWOOD 78, COLUMBIA 44 (At Rootstown) FIELD EVENTS Shot Put — 1. Siglow (R) 42-7; 2. Doering (C) 40-10.5. Discus — 1. Doering (C) 124-8; 2. Damicone (R) 123-4.5. High Jump — 1. Wurm (C) 5-6; […]
2024 HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL STATISTICAL LEADERS HITTING BATTING AVERAGE Mav Wood, Southeast .750 Cohen Richardson, Southeast .667 Kayden Smith, Field .571 Caden Kolesar, Field .571 Colin Hensley, Aurora .500 Caleb Miller, Southeast .500 Logan West, Southeast .500 Carter Oyster, Southeast .500 Caleb Brastine, Field .500 HITS Mav Wood, Southeast 6 Colin Hensley, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In many ways, senior seasons are supposed to be filled with celebrations, crowning moments and goodbyes. For Waterloo’s Kaira English, her goodbye came sooner than expected. And it shaped a senior season that was considerably different than she could have expected. Absent of soccer. Absent of basketball. One […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a regular Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Aurora High School baseball coach Trent Dalton, who is in his third season leading the Greenmen. […]
The 1950 Rootstown High School football team featured five different sets of brothers on its roster. They included: • Clarence and Harley Hogue • Bob and Roger Ward • Jim and Ronnie Staley • George and Merrill King • Don and Richard Cheatwood In an article that was published by the Record-Courier following the end […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL OHIO HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION STATE POLL MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2024 DIVISION I Rank, School, Points, Record Archbishop Moeller, 257, 4-0 Jackson, 202, 5-0 Mason, 199, 5-1 Olentangy Berlin, 83, 3-0 Marysville, Sylvania Northview, 79, 5-0 — Olentangy Liberty, 66, 3-1 Hoban, 65, 2-0 Pickerington North, 59, 4-0 Grove […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, MARCH 31, 2024 GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD SATURDAY NEWTON FALLS TIGER INVITATIONAL (At Newton Falls) TOP THREE TEAM SCORES 1. West Branch 162; 2. Field 124; 3. Western Reserve 51 FIRST-PLACE FINISHERS (Field only) RUNNING EVENTS 400 Meters — 1. Raegan Slusser, 1:05.9 800 Meters — 1. Maddie Adams, 2:42 FIELD […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Lacrosse is often found at Division I and private schools as they compete as a OHSAA sport. However, the sport has found a home at Southeast High School, with the boys competing for the past 11 years and the girls in only their third season. SOUTHEAST BOYS LACROSSE 2024 SEASON […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Pirates Play Golf, the after-school program that teaches youth the game of golf throughout the winter at Southeast Elementary School, recently concluded its second session with a Mini-Masters Tournament and presentation of awards. The young golfers proceeded through a series of skills, including putting and full swing, demonstrating […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024 BASEBALL CHIPPEWA 11, RAVENNA 6 (At Ravenna) CHIPPEWA 410-032-1—11-10-X RAVENNA 010-140-0—6-9-X Batteries: (C) Oyler, Hegarty (5) and Warner. (R) Hysell, Jennings (5) and Fuller. Top Hitters: (C) James Evans, two singles, RBI. (R) Connor Welling, double, two singles, three RBI; Jeriah Miller, two singles, two runs. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Portage Sports Golden Basketball Trophy for the 2023-24 season was presented to Crestwood High School on Thursday afternoon by Portage Sports owner Tom Nader. Nader delivered the trophy to Crestwood, and its “Crestwood Crazies” student section, at a pep assembly that was coordinated by the Red Devils. The […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, MARDCH 28, 2024 SOFTBALL ROOTSTOWN 9, PAINTSVILLE 2 (At Rootstown) PAINTSVILLE 001-001-0—2-2-0 ROOTSTOWN 001-143-X—9-11-2 Batteries: (P) Music and Webb. (R) Krieger and Hammerschmidt. WP — Krieger (1-0, 15 strikeouts). LP — Music. Top Hitters: (R) Krieger, home run, triple, single, two RBI, two runs; White, two singles, two RBI, two runs; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Division I and Division II high school boys basketball All-Ohio teams. The teams are selected through a voting process coordinated by the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association. DIVISION I Player of the Year: Marcus Johnson, Garfield Heights Coach of the Year: Anthony Calo, Lewis Center Olentangy […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County high school girls track and field previews for the 2024 season. AURORA Head Coach: Greg Cicero, 24th year (2nd at Aurora). Coaching Staff: Mark Dingman, Megan Watt, Alexus Loze, David Kindall, Tom Nalepa, Jenna Schadle, Brendan Gallagher. 2023 Record: 3-1 dual meets, 3rd place […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County high school boys track and field previews for the 2024 season. AURORA Head Coach: Chris Radtke, 8th year. Coaching Staff: Greg Cicero, Mark Dingman, Brendan Gallagher, Dave Kindall, Alexus Loze, Tom Nalepa, Jenna Schadle, Megan Watt. 2023 Record: 3-1 Suburban League American Conference, 4th at Suburban League […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Division III and Division IV high school boys basketball All-Ohio teams. The teams are selected through a voting process coordinated by the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association. DIVISION III Players of the Year: Colin White, Ottawa-Glandorf; Jesse McCulloch, Cleveland Heights Lutheran East Coach of the Year: […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County high school softball team previews for the 2024 season. AURORA Head Coach: Sam Petrash, 7th year, 84-38 career record. Coaching Staff: Rob Kennedy, Sarah Ross, Jerry Gattozzi, Glenn Galang, Cayla Mazzola. 2023 Record: 23-5 overall, 13-1 Suburban League American Conference. Returning Letterwinners (11): Madeline […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Rootstown junior Justin Miller traveled to Columbus to compete in the State Singles 11th Grade Championships that were hosted at HP Lanes on Sunday. Miller started his competition with qualifying games of 221, 255, 168, 246 and 215 for an 1,105 score total, which was good for runner-up in qualifying. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer A season preview for the 2024 season for the Aurora High School boys tennis team. AURORA Head Coach: Vincent Cannata, 2nd year, 17-4 career record. 2023 Highlight: Vincent Cannata, a senior this season, advanced to the district tournament as a junior. 2024 Season Outlook: Coach Cannata is […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County high school baseball team previews for the 2024 season. AURORA Head Coach: Trent Dalton, 3rd season, 31-16 career record. Coaching Staff: Jake Knapp, John Scott, Alan Krontz, Collin Witherspoon, Scott Williams. 2023 Record: 17-9 overall, 11-3 Suburban League American Conference. Returning Lettermen (12): Dominic Trivisonno, sr.; Nate […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Division I and Division II high school girls basketball All-Ohio teams. The teams were selected through a voting process coordinated by the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association. DIVISION I Player of the Year: Berry Wallace, Pickerington Central Coach of the Year: Demarris Winters, Lyndhurst Brush First […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Tim Benner wants his community to remember. Worried that history would be lost in time, the Crestwood High School graduate (Class of 1975) stepped forward to remind the school board that the district’s field house was originally dedicated as a memorial to four boys that died serving our […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The NAQT’s small school state championships were hosted in Upper Sandusky this past weekend, including competition between 32 teams from 25 different schools from 21 counties. Here is a peek at the local results (with a special thank you to Greg Bossick for helping share information): SOUTHEAST 4-5 […]
The 2005 Rootstown High School boys soccer team were champions of the Portage Trail Conference. The Rovers finished the season with an overall record of 11-2-5. The team included: Front row left to right: Travis Nader, Brad Luli, Mike Weigand, Sam Ebie, Ben Rizzo, Kevin Varner, Neil Luketic. Second row: Brady Riemenscheider, Matt Langston, Erik […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Division III and Division IV high school girls basketball All-Ohio teams. The teams were selected through a voting process coordinated by the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association. DIVISION III Player of the Year: Kamryn Grant, Columbus Africentric Coach of the Year: Rocky Houston, LaGrange Keystone First […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Portage Trail Conference wrestling team. WRESTLERS OF THE YEAR Tristan McKibben, Rootstown Mia Gaetjens, Mogadore COACH OF THE YEAR Anthony Anderson, Rootstown FIRST TEAM 106 pounds: Mason King, Rootstown, sophomore 113: Alex Ely, Rootstown, sophomore 120: Will McEwuen, Rootstown, senior 126: Dominic Kemble, Southeast, sophomore 132: Nate […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Fred Endres and Tabitha Schlupe were again at the top of the men’s and women’s leaderboards in the White’s Senior Doubles League. Endres rolled a nice 265 on his way to a 657 series, while Schlupe led all women, rolling a 224 high game and 629 high series. Ed […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Families bowling for an outstanding cause. That’s the goal of the first Red, White and Bowl scheduled for Spins Bowl in Kent on April 27 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Northern Ohio Folds of Honor, the event raises money to provide life-saving educational scholarships to the spouses […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor March Madness has found its way to Mogadore. Or, at least, a form of it has. Introduced by English teacher and girls basketball coach Jennifer Ritch, a March Madness Scavenger Hunt has taken over the hallways of Mogadore’s school building. Designed to bring a little bit of fun to […]
The 1977 Ravenna Rams youth football “A” Farm Team included: First row left to right: Manager D. Samaco, J. Gauding, S. Berry, D. Elkins, J. Leigh, S. Emery, T. Mendleson, M. White, L. Rutter, manager T. Emery. Second row left to right: F. Samaco, M. Sangston, J. Costello, P. Williams, T. Miller, T. Moore, J. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor With only seconds remaining and the game’s outcome determined, Mogadore girls basketball head coach Jennifer Ritch seized the opportunity to give her starters, especially her seniors, a fitting, deserved and deliberate exit moment. An opportunity to specifically recognize their careers and improbable season of success that was continually threatened […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Kent Roosevelt boys basketball coach Curtis Black has a direction he wants to take the program. His players are moving in the same direction. As a coach, there may not be a better feeling. Black recently completed his second season as the leader of the Rough Riders’ program. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Portage Trail Conference girls basketball team. BOWLER OF THE YEAR Natalie Hammerschmidt, Rootstown, senior COACH OF THE YEAR Andy Day, Rootstown FIRST TEAM Natalie Hammerschmidt, Rootstown, senior Payton Curall, Rootstown, senior Emma Day, Rootstown, junior Elli Campbell, Rootstown, senior Maggie Frick, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Portage Trail Conference boys bowling team. BOWLER OF THE YEAR Justin Miller, Rootstown COACH OF THE YEAR Thom Butcher, Rootstown FIRST TEAM Justin Miller, Rootstown, junior Nick Moorhead, Rootstown, junior Anthony Cambareri, Rootstown, junior Caleb Stevens, Rootstown, sophomore Sean Boveington, Rootstown, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage Sports is proud to announce the first Portage Sports High School Basketball All-Star Games! When: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Time: 5:45 p.m. girls; 7 p.m. boys Where: Ravenna High School Cost: $3 preorder (Venmo @PortageSports); $5 day of; All kids 10 and under are free Who: South vs. North […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Women’s Tri-County Basketball Coaches Association hosted its annual high school girls basketball All-Star Game on Monday at Norton High School. The Portage All-Stars defeated the Summit All-Stars by a final score of 68-56. The two teams battled relatively even throughout the entire game, but it was the second […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Metro Conference girls bowling team. BOWLER OF THE YEAR Melaena Martin, Springfield COACHES OF THE YEAR Melinda Weakland, Springfield Mike Sayre, Norton FIRST TEAM Melaena Martin, Springfield, junior Madalyn Mullet, Norton, junior Madison Knox, Springfield, sophomore Alannah Raffa, Ravenna, sophomore Emily […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 OHSAA high school boys basketball state-tournament pairings; All games are at the University of Dayton Arena. Home teams are listed first. Pairings are shown with current record and final Associated Press state rank, if applicable. Friday games will be broadcast on Spectrum Channel 314. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Metro Athletic Conference boys bowling team. BOWLER OF THE YEAR Logan Calo, Norton COACH OF THE YEAR Aaron Rose, Coventry FIRST TEAM Logan Calo, Norton, senior Jacob Robinson, Norton, junior Wade Allen, Coventry, freshman Rylan Slusser, Springfield, freshman Connor Stevens, Streetsboro, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Dominic Madden led the Spins Bowls Juniors League, tossing a 200 high game and a 527 high series. The girls high set was rolled by Emily Morrison, a 179-457. The youngest bowlers on the lanes are always happy when they find success with a strike, a spare or one […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Portage Trail Conference girls basketball team. PLAYER OF THE YEAR Nadia Lough, Rootstown COACH OF THE YEAR Joe Leonard, Rootstown FIRST TEAM Nadia Lough, Rootstown, senior Colbie Curall, Rootstown, sophomore Ava Darney, Warren JFK, senior Brooklynn McIntyre, Rootstown, senior Didi Ryan, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 1957 Chevy in Tyler Lutz’s garage has always been a labor of love. Found in a field about six years ago, it has been a piece of history that he has always gravitated to. The car is now stripped down to the bare metal and it is […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Portage Trail Conference boys basketball team. PLAYER OF THE YEAR Layne Miller, Mogadore, senior COACH OF THE YEAR Russ Swartz, Mogadore FIRST TEAM Layne Miller, Mogadore, senior Garrett Sprutte, Southeast, senior Nick Ryan, Warren JFK, junior Matt Warder, Lake Center Christian, senior Bronson Gilyard, St. Thomas Aquinas, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 28.3 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 20.4 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 20.2 Layne Miller, Mogadore 17.9 Carlos Bruton, Windham 17.6 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 16.3 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 15.4 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 14.0 Grady Eader, Field 13.3 Corey Lehner, Mogadore 13.0 Curtis Ross, Ravenna […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Metro Athletic Conference wrestling team. WRESTLER OF THE YEAR Steven Duffy, Woodridge COACH OF THE YEAR Mark Mole, Cloverleaf FIRST TEAM 106 pounds: Jarreau Walker, Streetsboro, freshman 113: Aidan Carone, Streetsboro, senior 120: Logan Letner, Cloverleaf, sophomore 126: Anthony Sindelar, Streetsboro, sophomore 132: Omar Leon, Springfield, sophomore […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Metro Athletic Conference girls basketball team. PLAYER OF THE YEAR Naomi Benson, Streetsboro COACHES OF THE YEAR Carl Singer, Streetsboro Brian Miller, Norton FIRST TEAM Naomi Benson, Streetsboro, junior Andie Osolin, Norton, senior Delilah Rahe, Field, junior Cameron Hoover, Woodridge, senior […]
The 1966 Atwater High School are shown before the start of a basketball game, warming up in the hallway, and included (left to right) Barbara Twark, Dorothy Wiley, Nancy Combs, Mary Jo Muratore, Donna Weber. It was the last year for Atwater High School before it merged with Randolph High School to form Waterloo High […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Jason Wise has spent the last 30 years coaching basketball at Waterloo High School. On Tuesday, the longtime coach and Vikings graduate announced his resignation. Wise has spent the last 11 seasons as the program’s head coach. He has posted a career record of 137-131 and winning back-to-back […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Metro Athletic Conference boys basketball team. PLAYER OF THE YEAR Luke Dobbins, Norton COACH OF THE YEAR BJ Sanderson, Norton FIRST TEAM Luke Dobbins, Norton, senior Anthony Ahern, Springfield, senior Logan Forbes, Cloverleaf, senior Buddy Willig, Norton, sophomore Reggie Edwards, Coventry, sophomore Evan Duve, Woodridge, senior Jack […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2024 Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association All-Northeast Inland District basketball teams honor the top players and coaches from parts of Stark, Summit, Portage, Medina, Wayne, Trumbull, Columbiana, Mahoning and Ashland counties. The teams are selected by a media panel from those areas. BOYS BASKETBALL DIVISION I […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Keegan Sell would not have wanted it any other way. Tie score. Eleven seconds remaining. State championship on the line. If you wanted to dream up a dramatic scenario, the Garfield senior standout’s 190-pound state-championship battle with Liberty Center’s Xander Myers had it all. Even late-match heroics. And […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference wrestling team. WRESTLER OF THE YEAR Keegan Sell, Garfield COACH OF THE YEAR Dan Andel, Garfield FIRST TEAM 106 pounds: Camron Lewicki, Garfield 113 pounds: Luke Kaufman, Garfield 120 pounds: Jayden Scott, Jackson-Milton 126 pounds: Landon Andel, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference girls basketball teams. GREY DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Isabella Meyer, Champion COACHES OF THE YEAR Mandy Rowe, LaBrae Mike Cole, Champion FIRST TEAM Isabella Meyer, Champion, senior Kayla Haynie, Champion, senior Bailey Wellman, Brookfield, senior Luvrain […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Rootstown High School football head coach Chris Knopick announced his resignation on Monday. Knopick spent three years as the Rovers’ coach and posted a record of 21-12. After taking over the program in 2021, Knopick’s Rovers posted a 5-6 record. In 2022, the Rovers were 7-4 and Knopick led […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 All-Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference boys basketball teams. SCARLET DIVISION PLAYER OF THE YEAR Jackson Eichler, Waterloo COACH OF THE YEAR DJ Aldish, Lowellville FIRST TEAM Gage Hawley, Waterloo, junior Michael Ballone, Lowellville, senior Michael Lucido, Lowellville, senior Ryen Romigh, Jackson-Milton, junior Sean Guerriero, Springfield, senior Dom Ricciardi, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For the second consecutive year, Garfield’s Keegan Sell is a state champion. Sell concluded his remarkable season, which he posted an overall record of 54-1, with an 11-6 decision over Liberty Center’s Xander Myers on Sunday in a Division III, 190-pound state final. The win came in thrilling fashion, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The OHSAA bowling season wrapped up this weekend with the Division I state tournament at H.P. Lanes in Columbus. It was an exciting season for Portage County teams, earning success at the sectional and district tournaments, with the Rootstown varsity girls, along with Rootstown’s Justin Miller and Garfield’s Sierra […]
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING OHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS STATEWIDE RESULTS DIVISION I 1. St. Edward 226.5; 2. Perrysburg 137.5; 3. Mass. Perry 132.5; 4. Dub. Coffman 88.5; 5. Brecksville 77.5; 6. La Salle 67.0; Olen. Liberty 67.0; 8. Wadsworth 65.5; 9. Moeller 62.0; 10. Springboro 40.5; 11. Nordonia 37.0; 12. Med Highland 30.0; 13. Whitmer 29.5; […]
GIRLS BASKETBALL STATE SEMIFINAL TOURNAMENT PAIRINGS All games at University of Dayton Arena. Home team listed first. Pairings shown with final Associated Press state rank. All games available at OHSAA.tv and on OHSAA Radio Network. Championship games televised by Spectrum News 1. State tournament coverage: https://www.ohsaa.org/Sports-Tournaments/Basketball-Girls/Girls-Basketball-2023-24/2024-Girls-Basketball-State-Tournament Division IV No. 7 Loudonville (26-2) vs. […]
BOYS BASKETBALL REGIONAL SEMIFINAL TOURNAMENT PAIRINGS Home team listed first. Division I southwest district championship games are Sunday, March 10. All boys basketball regional tournament games streamed live by the NFHS Network at www.NFHSNetwork.com. Log on and search ‘Ohio’ for listings. Brackets and tournament coverage at: https://www.ohsaa.org/Sports-Tournaments/Basketball-Boys/Boys-Basketball-2023-24/2024-Boys-Basketball-State-Tournament-Coverage Division I Region 1 Akron Archbishop […]
The 1957-58 Rootstown High School wrestling team included: Front row left to right: Bob Haley, Phil Reed, Frank Smith, Bill Messaros, Wayne Pratt, Paul James, Dale Pratt, Buddy Howel, Freddie Mehling. Back row left to right: Coach Clarence Boyle, Frank Mehling, Bill Slide, Dave Pratt, Gordon Hall, Bob Fair, Albert Farris, Jeff Eldridge, Charles Miley.
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer For the first time in many weeks, a perfect game was not reported except for the casino leagues. But high scores and successful series were still the norm on the lanes. Many of the leagues are looking toward the end of the season and the start of spring and […]
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING OHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS SATURDAY, MARCH 9 (At the Schottenstein Center, Columbus) DIVISION I TEAM STANDINGS 1. St. Edward 198.5; 2. Perrysburg 109.5; 3. Massillon Perry 105.5; 4. Dublin Coffman 78.5; 5. Moeller 58; 6. Olentangy Liberty 51; 7. Wadsworth 50.5; 8. Brecksville 50; 9. La Salle 48; 10. Springboro 36.5; […]
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING OHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS FRIDAY, MARCH 8 (At The Schottenstein Center, Columbus) DIVISION I TEAM STANDINGS 1. St. Edward 39.5 2. Mass. Perry 34 3. Perrysburg 25.5 4. Brecksville 22 5. Dub. Coffman 20 6. Olen. Liberty 15 7. Mentor 14 8. Wadsworth 13.5 9. La Salle 13 10. Springboro 11.5 11. Moeller […]
By Jim Smith Correspondent The historic season for the Streetsboro girls basketball team ended in the Division II Region 5 title game on the Jack Greynolds floor in the Barberton High School gymnasium Friday night. The Laurel Gators halted the Rockets’ tournament experience with a 53-32 victory. “It was an amazing ride. This […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s 87th annual wrestling state championships begins on Friday. In Portage County, 13 wrestlers qualified for the event, which will be hosted by Ohio State University at the Schottenstein Center. Rootstown leads the way with five state qualifiers, with Aurora producing the second-most […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A lot has certainly changed for Mia Gaetjens. So much so that she admits that the seventh grade version of herself would have no idea how to even react. “She would be so proud of me,” Gaetjens said. Now a senior, Gaetjens is in the midst of a historic […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Lauren Carver’s career has featured a series of firsts for female wrestling at Southeast. She is the program’s first pre-regional champion. The first regional champion. And first state qualifier. Carver, a senior, is actually now a two-time state qualifier and even still, she has been flying under the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Holly Tayerle and Kim Krueger know what school spirit looks like. More specifically, as proud graduates, they know what Crestwood school spirit looks like. And they knew it was time to bring it back. “Our pep rallies had kind of fizzled out. The kids didn’t think they were […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The magic is not over for the Streetsboro girls basketball team. In fact, Tuesday may have been the most magical night yet. The Rockets’ historic season added another memorable moment with a thrilling, come-from-behind, 45-42 victory over St. Vincent-St. Mary on Tuesday in a Division II regional semifinal hosted […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, MARCH 4, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES TOURNAMENT — DISTRICT SEMIFINALS Division III: Lutheran East 108, Southeast 43 Division IV: Dalton 57, Mogadore 46 (OT) Division IV: Warren JFK 81, Hillsdale 49 SCHEDULE MARCH 5 Division IV: No. 8 Lake Center Christian vs. No. 19 Elyria Open Door Christian, 7 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Aurora High School gymnast Hannah Salgado’s decorated career reached its pinnacle on Sunday. Salgado, a senior, won the state championship in the beam event. Her score of 9.725 not only bested the field for this year’s competition, but it bested the all-time field at the event, setting a […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s high school girls basketball regional tournament pairings. The regional qualifiers are the final 64 teams remaining in the tournament overall, and inside each division, each team represents the “Sweet 16.” The state tournament will be held on March 14-16 at the University […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Streetsboro girls basketball team keeps adding to its season of firsts. Just two weeks ago, the Rockets celebrated the first league championship in program history. On Saturday, another celebration. The program’s first-ever district championship. Streetsboro earned the prestigious honor with a 49-36 victory over Norton in Division II […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Wrestlers that qualified for the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s state championship, which will be held at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus on March 8-10. Detailed state tournament information. DIVISION I AURORA Luke Green, 106 pounds, 2nd place Johnny Green, 113 pounds, 3rd place Drake Brasiel, 150 pounds, 4th […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2024 THIRD GRADE CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD BLACK 33, FIELD WHITE 3 Field Black — Cruz Sugg, 2 points; David Paul Duma, 8 points; Rylan Peterson, 23 points. Field White — Broderick Kline, 2 points; Abel Edsall, 1 point. SEMIFINAL FIELD BLACK 37, KENT 15 Field Black — […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It was a day to remember for the Rootstown Rovers’ girls bowling team. In their first trip to the OHSAA Division II State Championship in Columbus, the Rovers bowled their way to a top-four finish among the toughest teams in Ohio. “The girls fought all day,” said Andy Day, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Amanda Kiss, Portage County USBC Association Manager, shared a look at the organization’s upcoming tournaments. On April 7, beginning at 1 p.m., Kent Lanes will host the annual Senior Memorial Tournament. April 13 will find the start of the Portage County USBC Open starting at 10 a.m. Then, the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORES TOURNAMENT — DISTRICT FINALS Division II: Streetsboro 49, Norton 36 Division II: Gilmour Academy 52, Aurora 39 Division IV: Loudonville 61, Mogadore 44 SCHEDULE TOURNAMENT — REGIONAL SEMIFINALS MARCH 5 Division II: Streetsboro vs. St. Vincent-St. Mary, 8:30 p.m., Barberton High School BOX SCORES STREETSBORO […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor At every turn this season, a new adversity was staring straight back at the Mogadore girls basketball team. And it started on the first night of the season. In the Cats’ opener, senior leader and scoring phenom Brook McIntyre, who had already eclipsed 1,000 points as a junior, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor If only Crestwood could have bottled its offensive energy from the first 4 minutes of Friday’s sectional final. In those opening moments, the Devils’ offense was free flowing and junior Dekota Johnson was red-hot. The sharp-shooter buried his first four 3-pointers, with each one coming with a higher degree […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SCORES — SECTIONAL FINALS Division II: Streetsboro 55, Marlington 47 Division II: Warrensville Heights 40, Woodridge 25 Division II: Coventry 42, Norton 38 Division III: Smithville 42, Crestwood 39 Division III: Southeast 58, Crestview 49 Division III: South Range 74, Garfield 46 Division IV: Mogadore […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Rootstown’s Justin Miller advanced to the OHSAA’s Division II Boys Bowling State Championship and concluded his season in 26th place on Friday. The Rovers’ junior earned the spot among the 101 bowlers that qualified to the tournament as both individuals and on teams. Miller started his first game with […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A list of Portage County’s high-school wrestling district qualifiers. AURORA Luke Green, 106 pounds (sectional champion) Johnny Green, 113 pounds Nicholas Turba, 120 pounds Cole Munn, 126 pounds Michael Kennedy, 132 pounds Drake Brasiel, 150 pounds Cole Walton, 157 pounds Michael Wise, 175 pounds Austin Grossman, 190 pounds CRESTWOOD […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The relationships between twin sisters Ari and Julie Tompkins and cousin Brook McIntyre are complicated. In a good way. The friendships are bookended on one side by love and on the other by an unbreakable bond — both of which are the types that only family members can […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 28.1 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 19.9 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.7 Layne Miller, Mogadore 18.4 Carlos Bruton, Windham 17.6 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 16.3 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 14.8 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Grady Eader, Field 13.3 Corey Lehner, Mogadore 12.5 Curtis Ross, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, FEB. 28, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORES TOURNAMENT — DISTRICT SEMIFINALS Division IV: Warren JFK 53, Cornerstone Christian 42 Division IV: Mogadore 51, Salineville Southern 41 Division III: Keystone 48, Rootstown 43 Division III: Chippewa 69, Southeast 26 Division II: Gilmour Academy 63, Crestwood 32 Division II: Aurora 39, Edgewood 29 Division […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a standard Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Streetsboro High School wrestling coach Carl Singer, who is in his ninth season leading the Rockets. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, FEB. 27, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT — SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS SCORES Division II: Shaw 66, Ravenna 42 Division II: Woodrige 41, Salem 36 Division II: Norway 66, Field 25 Division II: Streetsboro 26, Cleveland Central Catholic 23 Division III: Garfield 55, Lakeview 44 Division III: Southeast 63, Beachwood 54 Division III: Perry […]
Members of the 1986 Rootstown High School volleyball team pose underneath a spirit sign that was painted by the cheerleaders to support their classmates. The “WE BELIEVE” signage was hung inside the gymnasium, in various locations, throughout the 1980’s and into the late 1990’s.
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL MONDAY, FEB. 26, 2024 The top-10 teams in the final Associated Press high school boys basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, followed by win-loss record and total points. DIVISION I Cincinnati Moeller (7), 21-1, 108 Cleveland St. Ignatius (4), 19-3, 87 Garfield Heights, 21-1, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A collection of Portage Quizbowl League teams have received a prestigious invitation by the NAQT (National Academic Quiz Tournament) to compete in national tournaments. The invitation was the result of team results throughout the regular season — and further invitations may be extended following the Portage Quizbowl League […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The OHSAA Northeast Division I District bowling tournaments were held Sunday and Monday, with opportunities available to advance to the state tournament. Streetsboro had two individuals in the events, Connor Stevens and Kendall Clark. Clark, a sophomore, rolled games of 150-164-119 on her way to a 433 to miss qualifying […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer When the Northeast Division II District championship concluded at Rebman Lanes in Lorain, Portage County bowling fans had a lot to cheer about. One team and two individuals rolled their way into the top-four qualifiers and are now planning their excursions to the OHSAA Division II State Championship Bowling […]
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL ALL-WOMEN’S TRI-COUNTY COACHES ASSOCIATION TEAM DIVISION I PLAYER OF THE YEAR Anna Hurst, Stow COACHES OF THE YEAR Bob Podges, Stow Pam Davis, Hoban UNDERCLASSMEN OF THE YEAR Caitlyn Holmes, Ellet FIRST TEAM Jenna Slates, Green, junior Haley Hajdu, Revere, senior Olivia Klanac, Medina, junior Kennedy Morgan, Highland, sophomore Niera Stevens, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 24, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORES Division II Sectional Final: Aurora 51, Lutheran East 36 Division II Sectional Final: Canton South 52, Field 36 Division II Sectional Final: Streetsboro 67, Niles McKinley 22 Division II Sectional Final: Crestwood 52, Glenville 15 Division II Sectional Final: Woodridge 60, Bay 51 Division II […]
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING SATURDAY, FEB. 24, 2024 ROOTSTOWN DIVISION III SECTIONAL TEAM STANDINGS 1. Rootstown 257.5; 2. Sal. Southern 150.0; 3. Crestwood 141.5; 4. Chippewa 128.5; 5. United 122.5; 6. Loudonville 119.0; 7. Jackson-Milton 112.0; 8. Clearview 106.0; 9. Norwayne 80.0; 10. B.C. Western Reserve 65.0; 11. Elyria Catholic 58.0; 12. Canton C.C. 41.0; […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 24, 2024 THIRD GRADE FIELD WHITE 17, FIELD GRAY 13 Field White — Oliver Farwell, 4 points; Mason Few, 4 points; Luca Pennino, 4 points; Abel Edsall, 3 points; Broderick Kline, 2 points. Defensive Standouts — (FW) Broderick Kline. Special Effort Players — (FW) Abel Edsall. FOURTH […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Spins Bowl continues to host league bowlers that are finding their way to perfect games. This week, Denny Carden and Rich Moore both achieved the 12-strike game in the Garden Spot League. Derrick Simon and Patrick Adolph rolled the high series, a 789, and Alicia Yacono bowled the best […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Rootstown Rovers varsity girls bowling team bowled their way to the fourth and final team qualifying spot at the OHSAA Division II District on Saturday. Rootstown rolled a 3,616 series that was only 18 pins shy of third place and 182 pins short of the championship. The outstanding […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Garfield football is known for punishing teams with its relentless single-wing rushing attack. On Friday, it was the G-Men boys basketball team that went the other direction and aired it out. In a gameplan that head coach Andy Olesky said his team implemented after seeing something on film […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Rebman Lanes in Lorain proved to be the perfect place for Rootstown’s Justin Miller to bowl. The junior qualified for the OHSAA’s Division II state tournament as an individual, bowling an outstanding 760 series to win the district tournament and advance to Columbus. Miller almost took the team with […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Kent Roosevelt is enjoying success as swimmers compete in the OHSAA State Swimming Championships at C.T. Branim Natatorium in Canton. The 200 Medley Relay team, including Adam Springer, Drew Vecchio, Kadin Pyka and Jack Puhalla, won the B final and finished ninth in the state for the relay. The […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, FEB. 23, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Garfield 79, Windham 51 Twinsburg 55, Aurora 52 Warren JFK 93, Rootstown 61 Mogadore 53, Lake Center Christian 42 Southeast 60, St. Thomas Aquinas 55 Geneva 79, Crestwood 62 BOX SCORES TWINSBURG 55, AURORA 52 (At Twinsburg) AURORA (52) — Patton 0 5 […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 28.1 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.7 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 19.0 Layne Miller, Mogadore 18.9 Carlos Bruton, Windham 17.6 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 16.3 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 14.8 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Grady Eader, Field 13.4 Corey Lehner, Mogadore 12.4 Curtis Ross, Ravenna […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The first two days of competition at C.T. Branin Natatorium in Canton, featured the state-qualifying diving athletes for both Division I and Division II. On Tuesday, divers from Aurora High School competed in the Division II diving competition. Aurora’s Colten McCrae had an outstanding tournament, finishing fourth among the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Seven scoring phenoms have celebrated reaching the 1,000-point milestone during the 2023-24 boys and girls basketball seasons. Three of the seven are still only juniors, but all seven have authored special high-school careers that now place them in a special category in their respective schools’ history. Here is a […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SCORES DIVISION II SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS Field 62, Buchtel 43 Streetsboro 88, Buchtel 7 Aurora 64, Padua Franciscan 52 Howland 78, Ravenna 9 West Branch 56, Coventry 18 Crestwood 49, Jefferson Area 28 DIVISION III SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS Rootstown 63, Lakeview 19 DIVISION IV SECTIONAL SEMIFINALS Mogadore […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A proposal was approved for a spring vote that would allow Ohio high school teams the opportunity to play up to Division I, on a sport by sport basis, if they desired for a season. The new referendum was one of five items that the Ohio High School […]
The 1974 Suffield Red Devils “C” Team youth cheerleaders. The team included (front) Laura Young and (back row left to right) Judy Masters, Diana Abdoo, Kristy Linn, Dee Dee Horak, Theresa Hoskin and Kim Smith.
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer How many times have you peered out your window and thought about playing golf even though the weather is not ideal? You may have a cart cover and a heater, but, naturally, ice on the greens or left over snow keeps the course unplayable. And sometimes the golf course just […]
BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21, 2024 The top-10 teams in the boys Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls of the 2023-2024 season. First-place votes are in parenthesis — followed by the team’s record and total points collected by media votes. DIVISION I 1. Cin. Moeller (8) 20-1 108 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is a standard Portage Sports feature created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Kent Roosevelt High School wrestling coach Chris Dunfee, who is in his first season leading the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, FEB. 20, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Kent Roosevelt 49, North Royalton 46 Southeast 50, Waterloo 37 Mogadore 52, Akron Garfield 44 Poland Seminary 38, Streetsboro 30 Youngstown Chaney 63, St. Thomas Aquinas 52 Bristol 76, Garfield 39 Rootstown 59, Windham 44 BOX SCORES KENT ROOSEVELT 49, NORTH ROYALTON 46 (At […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor When it comes to offense, the Crestwood boys basketball team has a saying: “Let it rip.” The three words encompass how the Red Devils like to play the game. And how the coaching staff, led by head coach Josh Jakacki like to coach the game. “We don’t have […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Streetsboro Rockets had a successful sectional, sending two individuals to districts after the final frame was bowled at Roseland Lanes in Oakwood. Both Connor Stevens and Kendall Clark (448) earned qualifying spots among the top-four individuals not on qualifying teams and will bowl in the Division I District […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Athletes across Ohio are traveling to Canton this week after qualifying for the OHSAA Division I and Division II state swimming and diving championships. Local swimmers and divers from both Aurora and Kent Roosevelt will be competing at the C.T. Branin Natatorium in Canton, which is the largest swimming […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Inside one of the scariest moments of his life, all Ty Fannin could think about was his team. Laying on his back, having just regained consciousness after experiencing a seizure from hitting his head on the court, Fannin looked up at his coach Josh Jakacki and asked, “Did I […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor 2023-24 All-Quiz Bowl Team PLAYER OF THE YEAR Philip Yao, Aurora FIRST TEAM Philip Yao, Aurora — 168.75 points per game Cooper Kelly, Southeast — 116.50 ppg Micah McConahay, Lake Center Christian — 85 ppg Logan Walgenbach, Mogadore — 70.50 ppg Vincent Goodyear, Waterloo — 66 ppg Teddy Brunn, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer This is an important week for bowlers as qualifiers to the Division II district tournaments will bowl for the opportunity to advance to the state tournament. Portage County is well represented at the Division II district tournaments. Three teams will bowl at Rebman Recreation in Lorain, the Rootstown boys […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 17, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL REGULAR SEASON STREETSBORO 41, CANFIELD 38 (At Canfield) STREETSBORO (41) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 1 0-2 2; Sydney Abbuhl 2 6-8 11; Naomi Benson 9 3-3 21; Ella Kassan 2 0-0 4; Carlee Bedford 0 1-2 1; Madelyn Hajec 1 0-0 2. Totals 15 10-15 41. CANFIELD […]
The 1918 Kent High School girls basketball team. No other information is currently known about this team. If you know of any player identifications, schedule or season highlights, please email me at tomnader@portagesports.com.
YOUTH BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 17, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SECOND GRADE ROOTSTOWN (KAVALI) 20, FIELD (JARVIS) 16 Field — Ben Paparone, 6 points; Caiden Nelson, 4 points; Aiden Doubrava, 4 points; Carson Terry, 2 points. Defensive Standouts — (F) Ben Paparone. Special Effort Players — (F) Colton Cain. ST. PATRICK’S (ASHE) 26, FIELD […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Bowl Portage USBC Handicap Singles held at Kent Lanes was sold out, with 60 bowlers competing in the qualifying, seeking a spot in the stepladder finals. The ultimate champion was Mark Zerucha, of Garrettsville, who finished third in the qualifying and moved to the top-four stepladder finals, working […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Friday ended in a special way for the Mogadore boys basketball team. One by one, players climbed up the ladder and snipped a piece of the net in a postgame championship celebration that has happened with plenty of regularity for the Wildcats. With the Wildcats’ 63-46 victory over Rootstown […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, FEB. 16, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Kent Roosevelt 56, Copley 53 Mogadore 63, Rootstown 46 Woodridge 55, Field 53 Streetsboro 67, Coventry 43 Crestwood 63, Waterloo 45 Warren JFK 67, Southeast 23 Cuyahoga Falls 70, Aurora 61 Newton Falls 61, Windham 24 Norton 80, Ravenna 34 BOX SCORES WOODRIDGE […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The 2023-24 high school wrestling season has been a bit of deja vu for the Rootstown Rovers. Another league championship. Make that nine consecutive and 13 in the last 14 years. Also, additional career win milestones to celebrate. Make it four for this season alone, with Will McEwuen, Tristen […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor It has been an exciting high school wrestling season and league tournaments, as well as the postseason are both just around the corner. Here is a peek around Portage County: CRESTWOOD The Red Devils finished second overall in the Chagrin Division of the Chagrin Valley Conference, finishing […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 29.2 Layne Miller, Mogadore 20.6 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.7 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 19.6 Carlos Bruton, Windham 17.6 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 16.3 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 14.8 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Grady Eader, Field 13.5 Curtis Ross, Ravenna 11.9 Corey Lehner, Mogadore […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors unanimously approved division expansion on Thursday for seven sports. The approval came at the board’s normally scheduled meeting and will expand divisions for volleyball, girls soccer, boys soccer, girls basketball, boys basketball, softball and baseball. The new divisions will […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORES Southeast 46, St. Thomas Aquinas 36 Crestwood 54, North Olmsted 39 Streetsboro 53, Ravenna 6 Woodridge 56, Field 44 Rootstown 62, Warren JFK 29 BOX SCORES STREETSBORO 53, RAVENNA 6 (At Streetsboro) RAVENNA (6) — Miriyha Sandifer 1 0-0 2; Jalysia Thompson 2 […]
By Jacob Shondel Correspondent Being a part of history, but also setting a new standard for the Streetsboro girls basketball team is something coach Carl Singer had visions of. Wednesday, the Rockets defeated Ravenna 53-6 to capture the program’s first league championship in school history. “Coming into the season, I knew we had a special […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor It was Youth Night at Field High School on Tuesday night so it was only fitting that one of the most electric performances that Portage County has seen this year came from the youngest player in Crestwood’s starting lineup. Red Devils freshman point guard Brody Durham delivered a career […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, FEB. 13, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD Aurora 71, West Geauga 69 Crestwood 71, Field 43 Tallmadge 64, Woodridge 60 Streetsboro 45, Kent Roosevelt 34 Waterloo 50, Rootstown 40 Southeast 79, Garfield 57 Mogadore 83, Windham 30 Coventry 66, Chippewa 52 BOX SCORES CRESTWOOD 71, FIELD 43 (At Field) CRESTWOOD […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Sometimes you just know. That’s how it was for Gina Gastaldo from the moment she met Hannah Salgado. “From the day I met her, I knew she was an incredible gymnast,” the Aurora gymnastics head coach said. That was four years ago when Salgado was a freshman. Now […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL MONDAY, FEB. 12, 2024 The top-10 teams in the boys Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls of the 2023-2024 season. First-place votes are in parenthesis — followed by the team’s record and total points collected by media votes. DIVISION I 1. Cin. Moeller (6) 20-1 140 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Rootstown girls bowling team made a statement at the Division II Tri-County Sectional, earning a berth into the district tournament. To get there, the Rovers won the sectional by 250 pins over runner-up qualifier Triway. Four of the Rovers’ bowlers landed in the top 10 of the tournament, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, FEB. 12, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL ROOTSTOWN 67, WINDHAM 24 (At Rootstown) WINDHAM (24) — Mariah Woods 0 4-4 4; Briah Daniel 4 6-6 15; Abby Simpson 0 0-2 0; Lorena De Oliveira 1 0-0 2; Terra McCall 1 0-0 3. Totals 6 10-12 24. ROOTSTOWN (67) — Colbie Curall 5 3-3 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced its 2023-24 boys basketball tournament draws on Sunday. Here are the dates for all of Portage County’s teams. AURORA Division I, Northeast 3 Feb. 28 — No. 50 Kent Roosvelt at No. 37 Aurora, 7 p.m. CRESTWOOD Division […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 10, 2024 THIRD GRADE FIELD BLACK 26, FIELD WHITE 10 Field Black — Rylan Peterson, 16 points; David Paul Duma, 7 points; Kolton Bowman, 2 points; Leo Reuting, 1 point. Field White — Luca Pennino, 6 points; Johnny Walker, 2 points; Mason Few, 2 points. FOURTH GRADE […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 10, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL ROOTSTOWN 57, GARFIELD 19 (At Garfield) ROOTSTOWN (57) — Colbie Curall 3 1-4 7; Addy Germann 2 0-0 5; Abby White 2 1-3 5; Kelsey Bittecuffer 3 0-0 9; Melanie Plecko 1 2-2 4; Porter Smith 1 0-0 2; Brooklynn McIntyre 4 1-2 9; Sasha Nichols […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Mark your calendars for the annual Portage County Amateurs, four tournaments that welcome golfers from preschool to seniors at Portage County area golf courses. The 94th Portage County Amateur tees off at Windmill Lakes on July 27 plays the final round at Raccoon Hill on July 28. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Bowling in the Roofing Guy League, the mixed team of Scott Hensley, Courtney Martin, Neil Martin and Brian Glass rolled the best team game in the league, a 1,091. Portage County USBC board members knew it was better than that. The game bowled by team was tied for the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Portage County bowlers competing at the Tri-County Sectional at Spins Lanes on Friday demonstrated their strength as many will continue their bowling season, advancing to the Division II District. The Rootstown Rovers qualified as a team to the district that will be held at Rebman Lanes in Lorain on […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor If recent history had its way, Friday would have simply been another game that the Rootstown boys basketball team was not supposed to win. Trailing by four points with only 15 seconds remaining in regulation, the Rovers seemed destined to discuss another outcome that featured a valiant effort, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, FEB. 9, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Streetsboro 54, Springfield 45 Rootstown 66, Southeast 64 (OT) Norton 59, Field 44 Crestwood 90, Wickliffe 57 Lake Center Christian 69, Warren JFK 65 Garfield 57, Brookfield 55 Barberton 58, Kent Roosevelt 50 Mogadore 69, St. Thomas Aquinas 50 Waterloo 51, Sebring McKinley 41 Pymatuning […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer This is the seventh year that future golfers for the Southeast Pirates have gathered in the school’s elementary gymnasium and cafeteria to swing their first club or hone their skills. The popular “Pirates Play Golf” program holds two sessions, with the first group including elementary students as young as […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor First Division Round Nine Aurora 400, Rootstown 75 Southeast 415, Cloverleaf 155 Hudson 390, Garfield 80 Round Ten Aurora 395, Rootstown 145 Southeast 475, Cloverleaf 55 Hudson 635, Garfield 0 Final Standings Aurora, 10-0 — Champions Hudson, 8-2 Southeast, 6-4 — Top Small School Rootstown, 4-6 Cloverleaf, […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 28.3 Layne Miller, Mogadore 20.6 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 20.1 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.5 Carlos Bruton, Windham 17.6 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 15.1 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 14.8 Grady Eader, Field 13.6 Curtis Ross, Ravenna 11.9 Corey Lehner, Mogadore […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Debbie Stockard has always been perfectly fine with working behind the scenes. She has never sought the spotlight. She has never wanted any of the attention. In her heart, both belonged to her Streetsboro Rockets student-athletes and coaches. Where the irony enters, is that as the school’s athletic secretary, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Rootstown High School girls basketball team captured its third consecutive league championship on Wednesday with a 66-46 victory over host Mogadore. The win for the Rovers clinched at least a share of the Portage Trail Conference title, with the opportunity to win the crown outright set for […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, FEB. 7, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORES Warren JFK 71, Southeast 42 Streetsboro 59, Nordonia 40 Rootstown 66, Mogadore 46 Grand Valley 54, Windham 26 Berkshire 48, Garfield 29 BOX SCORES STREETSBORO 59, NORDONIA 40 (At Nordonia) STREETSBORO (59) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 0 1-2 1; Cara Tiller 1 0-0 3; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor An updated look at the area’s high school boys and girls basketball standings. BOYS BASKETBALL PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE Mogadore 14-3, 6-1 Warren JFK 14-4, 6-1 St. Thomas Aquinas 9-7, 4-3 Lake Center Christian 13-5, 4-3 Southeast 8-9, 1-6 Rootstown 3-14, 0-7 METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Norton […]
The 2000 Field High School boys and girls cross country team included: Front row left to right: Meagan Hughes, Jessica Schaffner, Sheena Lemmons, Brandy Ricketson, Beth Harry, Heidi Dressler. Middle row left to right: Nick Schuck, Brad Sinick, Dee Cramer, Michelle Merth, Dawn Hollis, Meghan Mollie, Scott Sinick, unidentified runner, Jason Patch. Back row left […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Kent Roosevelt ice hockey team roster included an additional 16 members last Thursday. Each special guest was in uniform, but none found their way on the ice. Instead, the group were special guests to the Rough Riders players as part of Teacher Appreciation Night. Each Roosevelt ice […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Kent Roosevelt High School ice hockey coach Brad Edwards, who is in his fourth season coaching the Rough Riders. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, FEB. 6, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES Field 71, Rootstown 60 Revere 57, Aurora 48 Crestwood 75, Orange 58 Garfield 62, Crestview 40 New Middletown Springfield 53, Waterloo 42 Southeast 60, Cardinal 26 Mogadore 81, Ravenna 53 Coventry 68, Tusky Central Catholic 44 BOX SCORES REVERE 57, AURORA 48 (At […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Basketball seasons are long. With as many positives that are celebrated, there are just as many layers of stress and periods of physical and mental exhaustion. They are all ingredients in helping the maturity of a team and its players across a season that begins in October and […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, FEB. 5, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SCORES Tallmadge 66, Ravenna 17 Kent Roosevelt 62, Willoughby South 35 Mogadore 39, Maplewood 21 Rootstown 58, St. Thomas Aquinas 55 (OT) Brookfield 44, Garfield 28 Boardman 62, Warren JFK 47 Canton Central Catholic 52, Southeast 47 West Branch 54, Norton 20 BOX SCORES KENT […]
BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL TUESDAY, FEB. 6, 2024 The top-10 teams in the boys Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls of the 2023-2024 season. First-place votes are in parenthesis — followed by the team’s record and total points collected by media votes. DIVISION I 1. Garfield Hts. (5) 19-0 135 2. St. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced its 2023-24 tournament draws on Sunday. Here are the dates for all of Portage County’s teams. AURORA Division II, Northeast 1 Feb. 21 — No. 46 Padua Franciscan at No. 15 Aurora, 7 p.m. CRESTWOOD Division II, Northeast […]
The 1924 Brimfield High School football team. The team included: Front row left to right: Harold Rymer, Goodman Roach, Erich Schurman, William Guth, John Urban, Lynn Jones and George Rymer. Back row left to right: G.H. Donaldson, Harold Bauer, Herman Bauer, Russell Smyth, James Adams, Howard Ebie, Glen Warner and coach Andrew Ambrose.
First Division Round Three Rootstown 200, Garfield 100 Round Four Rootstown 225, Garfield 130 Round Seven Aurora 470, Hudson 175 Round Eight Aurora 465, Hudson 275 Standings Aurora, 8-0 — Champions Hudson, 6-2 Southeast, 4-4 Rootstown, 4-4 Cloverleaf, 2-6 Garfield, 0-8 — relegated Second Division – North Western Reserve Academy has been […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 3, 2024 THIRD GRADE FIELD WHITE 26, ROOTSTOWN 8 Field White — Luca Pennino, 18 points; Broderick Kline, 6 points; Johnny Walker, 2 points. Defensive Standouts — (F) Johnny Walker. Special Effort Players — (F) Luca Pennino. SIXTH GRADE WATERLOO 38, RAVENNA 19 Waterloo — AJ Heppe, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County football legend Bill Rosato died this weekend at the age of 92. His son, Thom Rosato, announced on Sunday that his father had “called his last play.” Rosato was a true titan in the sport and spent more than 50 years volunteering as a youth football coach […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Portage County bowling teams have almost concluded conference tournaments. On Saturday, Ravenna, Field and Streetsboro competed in the Metro Athletic Conference championship at Spins Bowl in Akron and Kent Roosevelt concluded their conference season at the Suburban League Tournament. The Ravens were led by Jake Stefansic, who bowled the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The senior bowlers at Spins are giving the younger bowlers a lesson as Bill White’s Senior Trio and Whites Senior Doubles continue to demonstrate how to bowl. This week, Don Morrow had an outstanding 754 series with a 279 game. The series was 145 pins over his overage. He […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, FEB. 3, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL STREETSBORO 57, CHAGRIN FALLS 44 (At Streetsboro) CHAGRIN FALLS (44) — Abby Kay 4 0-0 9; Avery Russell 5 7-8 18; Amelia Bencko 4 3-4 11; Elena Goodwin 1 0-2 2; Lilly Stukus 1 2-4 4. Totals 15 12-18 44. STREETSBORO (57) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 3 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The importance of defense has been magnified for the Streetsboro boys basketball team in 2023-24. It has long been a staple of Nick Marcini’s coaching philosophy, but with this year’s Rockets still yet to eclipse 60 points scored in a single game, the emphasis to be a strong defensive […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Crestwood boys basketball team’s ride home from Kirtland on Friday night was approximately 45 minutes. Once the Red Devils returned to Mantua, there was still work to do, though: A trip into the gymnasium to cut down the nets to celebrate a historic night. Crestwood defeated the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, FEB. 2, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD (Not all teams submitted box scores) Streetsboro 42, Woodridge 39 Coventry 71, Field 59 Aurora 73, Highland 59 Crestwood 67, Kirtland 64 Mogadore 77, Southeast 62 Newton Falls 60, Garfield 38 Waterloo 37, McDonald 33 Warren JFK 81, St. Thomas Aquinas 36 Bristol 72, Windham […]
By Jim Smith Correspondent In 1973, the Theodore Roosevelt ice hockey team earned recognition as a varsity sport and because of that recognition, the Kent State Ice Arena has been a special place for Rough Rider players, coaches, students and the Kent community for five decades. And the history of the program, celebrating its 50th […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor First Division Round Seven Southeast 455, Garfield 100 Rootstown 210, Cloverleaf 180 Round Eight Southeast 420, Garfield 60 Rootstown 265, Cloverleaf 175 Standings Aurora, 6-0 Hudson, 6-0 Southeast, 4-4 Rootstown, 2-4 Cloverleaf, 2-6 Garfield, 0-6 Rescheduled games January 30 Aurora at Hudson Rootstown at Garfield Second Division – North […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor New Portage Sports subscribers in the month of February will have a chance to win a framed autographed jersey of Cleveland Cavaliers legend Mark Price. Portage Sports is locally owned and operated and is not supported by a powerful national media mogul. Our company was created to serve public […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 28.6 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 20.1 Layne Miller, Mogadore 19.0 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 18.9 Carlos Bruton, Windham 18.1 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 15.4 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 14.2 Grady Eader, Field 12.4 Curtis Ross, Ravenna 11.9 Nick Hopper, Windham […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The second Wheelchair Track and Field clinic for middle school and high school students with a permanent disability, as well as parents and coaches, was hosted by Jennifer Fesemyer, an alumnus of Southeast High School, in conjunction with the Ohio High School Athletic Association and Columbus Parks and Recreation […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Aurora High School gymnastics coach Gina Gastaldo, who is in her 17th season coaching the sport. Q: […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL MOGADORE 40, ST. THOMAS AQUINAS 38 (At St. Thomas Aquinas) MOGADORE (40) — Julie Tompkins 3 3-6 10, Amelia Morris 3 2-2 8, Brook McIntyre 2 3-4 9, Ari Tompkins 1 4-6 6, Ava Miller 0 2-2 2, Olivia Kidd 0 5-6 5. Totals 9 19-26 […]
GIRLS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31, 2024 The top-10 teams in the girls Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls of the 2023-2024 season. First-place votes are in parenthesis — followed by the team’s record and total points collected by media votes. DIVISION I 1. Pickerington Cent. (4) 17-3 104 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Southeast welcomes back wrestling royalty on Wednesday night. The Pirates’ 1973 state championship team will be recognized and honored as part of the team’s dual meet with Liberty at Southeast High School. Wednesday will feature a full slate of wrestling action, with Southeast beginning action with a youth […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, JAN. 30, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL WINDHAM 53, SOUTHINGTON CHALKER 14 (At Chalker) WINDHAM (53) — Makenzi Blockinger 1 1-4 3; Sydnie Sweet 0 0-0 0; Mariah Woods 9 3-5 21; Briah Daniel 5 1-2 11; Abby Simpson 2 0-0 5; Lorena DeOliveira 3 0-0 6; Tearra McCall 2 0-0 5; Skylor […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, JAN. 29, 2024 BOYS BOWLING TALLMADGE 2,179; KENT ROOSEVELT 2,124 (At Kent Lanes, Kent) TALLMADGE (2,179): Bryce Elijah 171-167 338, Conner Faith 168-218 386, Bobby Higham 159-179 338, Brandin Ullman 200-179 329, Jamese Weeks 143, Evan Gergezy 120. GAMES: 841-863 1,704; BAKER: 137-182-156 475. KENT ROOSEVELT (2,124): Aidan Broyles 171-170 341, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Shooting 10,000 shots is a tough thing to do. Making 10,000 shots is a completely different story. A story that Hannah Ward can tell. The Crestwood junior girls basketball standout wrote that story between June and September, becoming the first player in coach TJ Henderson’s career to accomplish the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer This is the week that Portage County teams compete in their conference championships on the heels of the Portage Trail Conference crowning the Rootstown Rovers boys and girls teams the victors. This weekend, the Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference, Metro Athletic Conference, Suburban League Conference and the Chagrin Valley Conference […]
YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JAN. 28, 2024 THIRD GRADE TALLMADGE 15, FIELD RED 9 Field Red — Lacey Moore, 7 points, 4 rebounds, 3 steals; Cora Stoicoiu, 6 rebounds, 3 steals; Kassidy Bey, 1 point, 4 rebounds; Kiley Gallatin, 1 point, 2 rebounds; Tegan Lightfoot, 5 rebounds; Aria Meyers, 1 rebound. FOURTH […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It’s becoming a habit. For the third straight year, the Rootstown Rovers boys and girls varsity bowling teams captured the Portage Trail Conference bowling championships and earned the overall PTC league title. Marching through the season undefeated, both teams also topped the leaderboard at the final bowling tournament of […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The youth were back on the lanes at Spins Bowl in Kent, with many juniors owning high games and series for the week to lead their teams. In the Bumper Division, Bryson Horner rolled a high game of 104 on his way to a two-game set of 206 to […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 27, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL JACKSON 54, STREETSBORO 36 (At Streetsboro) JACKSON (54) — Ashley Lahmers 5 0-0 13; Madison Lepley 6 1-2 14; Megan Campbell 5 1-1 11; Ashley Helle 3 1-2 10; Lexi Pizer 3 0-0 6. Totals 22 3-5 54. STREETSBORO (36) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 3 1-2 8; […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 27, 2024 THIRD GRADE FIELD WHITE 24, FIELD RED 7 Field White — Broderick Kline, 6 points; Johnny Walker, 6 points; Luca Pennino, 6 points; Oliver Farwell, 4 points; Abel Edsall, 2 points. Defensive Standouts — (FW) Broderick Kline. Special Effort Players — (FW) Luca Pennino, Noah Yaworski. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor So much has changed for the Crestwood boys basketball team over the last 357 days. To rewind for a second, when the Red Devils lost to the Cardinal Huskies for the second time last season, on Feb. 3, 2023, the loss dropped the team to 4-14 overall. Crestwood went […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, JAN. 26, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SCORES *Indicates no box score submitted Streetsboro 53, Field 40 Crestwood 62, Cardinal 37 *Waterloo 42, Mineral Ridge 24 *Campbell Memorial 63, Garfield 46 *Mogadore 63, Warren JFK 53 *Barberton 57, Aurora 58 *Tallmadge 53, Kent Roosevelt 41 *Coventry 74, Ravenna 54 *Windham 57, Lordstown 46 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Rootstown girls varsity bowling team celebrated Senior Night with a Portage Trail Conference victory over the Southeast Pirates on Thursday. The win clinched an undefeated league season for the Rovers. Topping the Pirates by over 400 pins, the Rovers were led by Mal Butcher’s high game of 192, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Most enjoyed the fact that Thursday’s temperatures leapt over 40 for the first time in weeks. The Janzig family, along with their neighbors, including the Phillips and Joy families, were not so thrilled. The slightly warmer weather meant ice melting around Northeast Ohio and that meant the loss of […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, JAN. 25, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL STREETSBORO 62, FIELD 46 (At Field) STREETSBORO (62) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 4 1-2 10; Maiya Taylor 3 0-0 7; Sydney Abbuhl 5 0-0 12; Kaileigh Lilly 1 0-0 2; Naomi Benson 8 0-0 16; Ella Kassan 5 0-0 10; Carlee Bedford 1 1-2 4; Madelyn Hajec […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 28.6 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.8 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 18.8 Carlos Bruton, Windham 18.1 Layne Miller, Mogadore 17.9 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 15.3 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 14.2 Grady Eader, Field 13.1 Curtis Ross, Ravenna 11.9 Nick Hopper, Windham […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, JAN. 24, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL FIELD 63, RAVENNA 50 (At Ravenna) FIELD (63) — Grady Eader 4 4-5 13; Trevor Dixon 5 0-2 11; Landon Wilmoth 1 1-2 4; Brayden Ronowski 1 1-2 3; Ben Stayer 6 4-4 16; Sam Confer 1 1-1 3; Manny Smith 2 1-2 5; Nick Papiska […]
The 1914 Ravenna High School football team finished the season with a 6-3-1 overall record. The team’s week-by-week results included: Week 1: Hiram, 35-0 Week 2: East Tech, 0-72 Week 3: Oberlin Academy, 6-6 Week 4: Warren, 20-6 Week 5: Akron West, 7-35 Week 6: Medina, 7-2 Week 7: Chagrin Falls, 33-0 Week 8: Wadsworth, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Kent Roosevelt High School swimming and diving coach Corey Spicer, who is in his third season leading the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, JAN. 23, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL MOGADORE 64, LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN 51 (At Mogadore) LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN (51) — Warder 7 5-8 23; Hulse 1 0-0 2; Norman 7 0-0 16; B. Miller 2 5-8 9; Lynch 2 0-0 4. Totals 19 10-16 51. MOGADORE (64) — Corey Lehner 3 1-2 7; […]
BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL MONDAY, JAN. 22, 2024 The top-10 teams in the boys Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls of the 2023-2024 season. First-place votes are in parenthesis — followed by the team’s record and total points collected by media votes. DIVISION I 1. Olentangy Orange (2) 14-0 83 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, JAN. 22, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL HATHAWAY BROWN 47, FIELD 37 (At Field) HATHAWAY BROWN (47) — Anna Morgan 2 0-0 4; Jane Kennedy 3 1-2 7; Emily Morgan 3 4-8 10; Maggie Castellano 1 0-1 2; Molly Castellanos 8 8-8 24. Totals 17 13-19 47. FIELD (37) — Mckayla Miller 2 […]
YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SPRINGFIELD YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE SUNDAY, JAN. 21, 2024 SCORES THIRD GRADE Tallmadge 33, Field Black 2 Manchester 26, Waterloo 6 Norton 18, Rootstown 9 Field Red 24, Springfield 1 Mogadore 12, Streetsboro 2 FOURTH GRADE Coventry 23, Marlington 7 Field Red 26, Norton 23 Streetsboro 29, Springfield 14 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Portage County’s high school bowling teams are looking toward the end-of-season conference tournaments as regular-season schedules are almost complete. The first postseason tournament is the Portage Trail Conference as teams will roll-off in three regular games and six Baker games on Saturday at Spins Bowl in Kent. The Rootstown […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Tabitha Schlupe of Stow is often found at the top of the leaderboard in several leagues at Spins Bowl in Kent. Schlupe not only participates in leagues, but also competes in Professional Women’s Bowling Association tournaments, including the Ohio Queens, PWBA in North Carolina and PWBA in Myrtle Beach. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 20, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL CRESTWOOD 44, GRAND VALLEY 39 (At Grand Valley) CRESTWOOD (44) — Brody Durham 1 1-2 3; Augie Schweickert 1 2-2 4; Dekota Johnson 4 0-0 10; Charlie Schweickert 8 0-1 20; James Durham 2 0-0 4; Steven Lincoln 1 0-0 3. Totals 17 3-5 44. GRAND […]
The 2000-01 Field High School boys basketball team, which was coached by Craig Nettleton, included: (From left to right) Ray Barry, Nick Walinski, Steve Kuzemchak, Micah Schumacher, Nate Burton, Paul Banner, Todd Reschke, Steven Gay, Ben Wanchik, Jesse Bruce, Bobby Douglas and Tim Knapp.
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, JAN. 18, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL TALLMADGE 63, AURORA 58 (At Aurora) TALLMADGE (63) — Ewers 0 2 2; Davis 11 4 28; Reifsnyder 2 0 5; Taylor 2 3 8; Jascoe 0 2 2; Eisaman 2 2 7; Rusinko 3 5 11. Totals 20 18 63. AURORA (58) — Ben Lukasik […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 27.4 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.1 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 18.8 Carlos Bruton, Windham 18.1 Layne Miller, Mogadore 17.9 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 15.2 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 15.2 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Grady Eader, Field 13.1 Curtis Ross, Ravenna 11.9 Nick Hopper, Windham […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Kent Roosevelt High School boys and girls swimming and diving seasons have been perfect. Literally. Both programs are undefeated. And both programs captured titles at the Suburban League Championships earlier this month. Head coach Corey Spicer said off-season training offered a peek at what he thought could turn […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, JAN. 17, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL SPRINGFIELD 59, FIELD 52 (At Field) SPRINGFIELD (59) — Eckenrode 1 4-6 7; Thomas 1 0-0 3; Berger 1 0-0 2; Ahern 7 4-6 24; Hahn 5 2-2 12; Farmer 0 1-2 1; Siegferth 2 1-2 6; Gaspar 2 0-2 4. Totals 19 12-20 59. FIELD […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Rootstown High School boys basketball coach Bobby Staudt, who is in his first season leading the Rovers’ program. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, JAN. 16, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL SUNDAY BERKSHIRE HALL OF FAME HOOPFEST STREETSBORO 45, EASTLAKE NORTH 13 (At Berkshire High School) STREETSBORO (45) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 1 0-0 2; Maiya Taylor 1 0-0 3; Sydney Abbuhl 3 0-0 7; Kaileigh Lilly 1 0-0 2; Naomi Benson 7 1-1 15; Ella Kassan 4 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor There is a visible calmness to Layne Miller. So noticeable that it could be mistaken for an absence of intensity. Even Russ Swartz, a 35-year coaching veteran, had to learn Miller’s characteristic tendencies and how his peace and confidence complemented a desire to win. “He has always been […]
BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL MONDAY, JAN. 15, 2024 The top-10 teams in the boys Associated Press Ohio high school basketball polls of the 2023-2024 season. First-place votes are in parenthesis — followed by the team’s record and total points collected by media votes. DIVISION I 1. St. Ignatius (5) 11-3 85 2. […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 13, 2024 THIRD GRADE MOGADORE 24, ROOTSTOWN 10 Mogadore — Sawyers Ryan, 8 points; Carter Wunder, 4 points; Gauge Campbell, 4 points. FIELD WHITE 25, KENT 16 Field White — Broderick Kline, 12 points; Mason Few, 6 points; Abel Edsall, 4 points; Luca Pennino, 3 points. Defensive […]
YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JAN. 14, 2024 SCORES THIRD GRADE Norton 22, Waterloo 2 Tallmadge 32, Streetsboro 10 Manchester 28, Field Black 1 Mogadore 15, Springfield 1 Field Red 20, Rootstown 5 FOURTH GRADE Mogadore 25, Field Black 10 Field Red 20, Rootstown 7 Manchester 25, Cloverleaf 11 Coventry 14, Southeast 10 […]
The 1920 Atwater High School boys basketball team. Portage Sports supporter Lynn Harvey provided a bit of information on this team, according to the Atwater Speedometer from May 1920. The team included three seniors: Thornton Douthitt, James Rhoads and Paul R. Day. Any additional information about this team is welcome! Email me at tomnader@portagesports.com.
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Rootstown Rovers hosted the 18th annual Rover Sectional Preview Tournament at Spins Bowl this past weekend, with Division-I teams competing on Saturday and Division-II teams on Sunday. Although some teams were unable to make it to the tournament this season due to the unfriendly weather that hit Northeast Ohio, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 13, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 48, FIELD 46 (At Kent Roosevelt) FIELD (46) — Mckayla miller 2 0-0 5; Abby Harlin 1 4-6 6; Delilah Rahe 10 1-2 23; Tia Ulrich 1 0-0 3; Ally Harlin 2 0-3 5; Sarah Balzar 2 0-0 4. Totals 18 5-11 46. KENT […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Former manager of Spins Bowl, Keith Lang, just missed a 300 in the Perfect Trio League. Lang rolled a 299, leaving that pesky single pin on the final ball. High series was tossed by John Kertis, putting four games together for a 1,052. The women in the league shared […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor For a player seeking advice on how to pull out of a shooting slump, it would be difficult to find someone better to work with than legendary Mogadore high-scoring alumni and current assistant coach Rod Swartz. That player was Devin Graham. And Swartz, who scored 1,494 career points […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Strong guard play and scoring in transition played key roles in Kent Roosevelt’s 51-43 win over Copley on Friday night. Kent Roosevelt (7-5, 4-3 in Suburban-American Conference) head coach Curtis Black praised the decision making of his guards. “They made all the right looks,” said Black. “…We had guys playing the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, JAN. 12, 2024 SCORES (Games with asterisks did not have box scores reported) Mogadore 71, Rootstown 51 Crestwood 58, Berkshire 47 Aurora 49, Cuyahoga Falls 43 *Woodridge 56, Field 42 *New Middletown Springfield 43, Waterloo 40 *Warren JFK 74, Southeast 41 *Crestview 55, Garfield 54 *Windham 62, Maplewood 52 *Kent Roosevelt […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Laura Hebert was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame in Maryland on Jan. 6, the crowning achievement in an incredible 30-year career in the sport. Hebert, who was named the Ravenna School District Superintendent in 2021, was recognized by the Hall of Fame committee as a “truly […]
The 1993 Field High School football team finished the season with a 1-9 record, with six of the losses coming by two touchdowns or less. Here is a look at the Falcons’ week-by-week results: Week 1: Tallmadge, 0-17 Week 2: Manchester, 0-29 Week 3: Springfield, 7-35 Week 4: Liberty, 6-19 Week 5: Crestwood, 26-7 Week […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 27.5 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.3 Layne Miller, Mogadore 18.2 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 18.1 Carlos Bruton, Windham 18.1 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 15.2 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 14.8 Grady Eader, Field 14.5 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 14.5 Curtis Ross, Ravenna 11.9 Nick Hopper, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, JAN. 11, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL STREETSBORO 81, CLOVERLEAF 47 (At Cloverleaf) STREETSBORO (81) — Olivia Johnson-Wilson 4 0-0 9; Cara Tiller 1 0-0 3; Maiya Taylor 4 1-1 9; Sydney Abbuhl 3 0-0 8; Kaileigh Lilly 6 0-2 12; Kendall Epple 1 0- 3; Naomi Benson 9 0-0 18; Ella Kassan […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors held its standard January meeting on Thursday in Columbus. Of note from the meeting: • The OHSAA plans to conduct in-person meetings in each of its districts later this month, and into February, to discuss division expansion in […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Winning teams make winning plays. It seems like such a simple idea. That is not always the case, though. But in order to make winning plays, you need winning players. Players that are willing to do whatever it takes no matter how big or small the spotlight is for […]
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, JAN. 10, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL 7TH GRADE STREETSBORO 48, RAVENNA 22 (At Ravenna) Streetsboro — Levert, 21 points; Krezeminski, 9 points; Sanford, 4 points; Simpson, 2 points; Detero, 2 points; Alexander, 10 points. Ravenna — Tay Askew, 2 points; Kael Jordan, 2 points; Royce Sims, 8 points; Bryce Ransom, 6 points; […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, JAN. 10, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 56, BARBERTON 37 (At Kent Roosevelt) BABERTON (37) — T. Miller 4 2-5 14; T. Crews 1 1-2 4; A. Anzaldi 1 0-1 3; V. Miller 1 0-0 2; A. Curry 1 2-5 4; K. Witwer 3 0-0 8; B. Valencia 0 2-2 2. […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Field High School’s Kenneth Lohr Stadium is getting a new look in 2024. Installation of field turf, as well as new LED lighting, speakers and a drainage system, was school-board approved on Monday. The project, which will cost an estimated $1.3 to $1.4 million, has been set for […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Winning teams make winning plays. It seems like such a simple idea. That is not always the case, though. But in order to make winning plays, you need winning players. Players that are willing to do whatever it takes no matter how big or small the spotlight is […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Field High School boys basketball coach Alex Blake, who is in his first season leading the Falcons’ program. […]
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, JAN. 8, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL 8TH GRADE FIELD 35, RAVENNA 22 (At Ravenna) Field — Jaelyn Mallet, 2 points; Audrey Richmond, 23 points; Aubrey Homan, 3 points; Peyton Schock, 5 points; Brynn Williams, 2 points. Ravenna — S. White, 9 points; N. Walker, 1 point; L. Clark, 2 points; C. Foster, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, JAN. 9, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL FIELD 67, ACADEMY FOR URBAN SCHOLARS 31 (At Field) ACADEMY FOR URBAN SCHOLARS (31) — Taylor 2 0-2 4; Wilson 1 0-0 2; Young 2 0-0 6; Rouan 2 0-0- 5; Hawkins 6 1-2 14. Totals 13 1-4 31. FIELD (67) — Grady Eader 3 5-6 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A basketball gymnasium is usually a noisy place. The echo of many bouncing basketball’s. The squeak of basketball shoes changing directions. The swell of a coach’s voice yelling instructions and motivations. Amongst the audio chaos, Rootstown junior standout Nadia Lough finds bliss. She finds peace. And it has […]
BOYS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATED PRESS STATE POLL MONDAY, JAN. 8, 2024 The top-10 teams in the Associated Press Ohio boys high school basketball poll with first-place votes in parentheses. won-loss record. and total points: DIVISION I 1. St. Ignatius (3) 9-2 77 2. Findlay 8-0 69 3. Garfield Hts. (2) 9-0 67 (tie) Cin. Moeller (2) 9-0 67 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, JAN. 8, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL FIELD 65, INDEPENDENCE 23 (At Field) INDEPENDENCE (23) — Rini 2 0-0 4; McGhee 1 0-0 3; Priebe 1 2-2 4; Johnson 1 0-0 3; Gibbons 2 0-0 4; Spencer 2 1-2 5. Totals 9 3-4 23. FIELD (65) — Nema McAmis 1 1-1 3; Mckayla […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Members of the Crestwood and Streetsboro High School cheerleading squads performed as part of the Citrus Bowl in Orlando on Jan. 1. For the Red Devils, squad members Emmy Grebb, Deanna Stahl, Emma Sayre, Ella Sayre, Makenna Tyburski, Bree Rogan, Madi Ashby, Alivia Pruszynski, Jade Davis and Audrey Julian […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer The Rootstown Rovers’ girls bowling team traveled to Sky Lanes for the annual G-Men Classic and brought home the second-place trophy. Rootstown was led by Natalie Hammerschmidt’s 215-561 and Payton Curall’s 229-541 on the way to the runner-up spot. The Rovers only lost to Boardman in the Baker finals. […]
PORTAGE COUNTY TOURNAMENT WRESTLING RESULTS AT RAVENNA HIGH SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, JAN. 5, 2024 TEAM STANDINGS 1. Streetsboro 265.5; 2. Aurora 175; 3. Crestwood 155; 4. Rootstown 125; 5. Kent Roosevelt 121; 6. Ravenna 94; 7. Mogadore 80; 8. Southeast 77; 9. Garfield 58.5; 10. Waterloo 53; 11. Field 20. INDIVIDUAL […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Crestwood High School athletic director Troy Spiker recently unveiled the school district’s new Wall of Fame, which celebrates All-Ohio student-athletes. The project has spanned about a year and a half and included the help from coaches, administration, community members, booster club members and students. The result was growing […]
By Jim Smith Correspondent The Kent Roosevelt Rough Riders completed a two-game sweep in the “Battle of Potage County” series after defeating the Aurora Greenmen 6-1 at The Pond Ice Arena in Chagrin Falls on Sunday afternoon. Roosevelt defeated Aurora 8-2 in the series’ opening game last Thursday. In what seemed like a deja […]
YOUTH GIRL BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, JAN. 7, 2024 SCORES THIRD GRADE Field Red 18, Norton 8 Tallmadge 20, Springfield 2 Mogadore 15, Rootstown 7 Waterloo 13, Field Black 10 Manchester 22, Streetsboro 4 FOURTH GRADE Streetsboro 27, Manchester 10 Springfield 14, Southeast Maroon 9 Mogadore 32, Cloverleaf 6 Field Black 24, Coventry 7 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer White’s Senior Doubles started their league over again, beginning on Jan. 2, with 32 teams for 64 total bowlers. Earning high series among the men was Wade Morrow, a substitute bowler competing with his dad, Don Morrow. The son rolled a 178-684 series. His dad grabbed the third-high-game-series, 246-570. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 6, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL FIELD 45, BUCHTEL 42 (At Buchtel) FIELD (45) — Mckayla Miller 2 1-2 6; Abby Harlin 3 0-0 8; Delilah Rahe 7 2-2 16; Ally Harlin 5 2-7 13; Sarah Balzar 1 0-2 2. Totals 18 5-13 45. BUCHTEL (42) — Aaliyah Goblen 1 0-0 2; […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, JAN. 6, 2024 FOURTH GRADE WATERLOO 34, FIELD REICHLEY 11 Field — Bryce Feeman, 5 points; Ellis Knapp, 4 points; Beckett Stoicoiu, 2 points. Waterloo — Austin Graening, 20 points; James Marsh, 10 points; Mateo Murphy, 4 points. Defensive Standouts — (F) Parker Jones. (W) Mateo Murphy. Special Effort Players […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Through the first three quarters of Friday’s game between Southeast and Rootstown, there were 13 lead changes. A back-and-forth game with neither team backing down from adversity. The fourth quarter had zero lead changes. Southeast led 44-43 entering the fourth quarter and never relinquished the lead. In fact, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, JAN. 5, 2024 GIRLS BASKETBALL FIELD 49, SPRINGFIELD 42 (At Field) SPRINGFIELD (42) — Kayla Gaspar 3 0-0 6; Rhian Kendall 0 1-2 1; Kendal Wilderman 3 1-2 8; Destiny Ruggiero 7 1-6 16; Sydney Hillyard 5 0-2 11. Totals 18 3-12 42. FIELD (49) — Mckayla Miller 0 1-4 1; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Streetsboro girls basketball team scored a big Metro Athletic Conference victory on Friday, topping the Norton Panthers 45-38 in Streetsboro. The showdown featured the top two teams in the league, with both the Rockets and Panthers entering Friday’s contest with undefeated league records. The two teams battled […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor At 11-0, few girls basketball teams in the state have started the 2023-24 season like Rootstown. The Rovers have dominated the beginning half of their schedule, winning games by an average margin of victory of 33.4 points per game. Off-season and preseason work certainly played an integral role […]
By Jim Smith Correspondent The Kent Roosevelt Rough Riders skated to an 8-2 victory against the Aurora Greenmen in the first of a two games “Battle of Portage County” series on Thursday night at the Kent State University Ice Arena. The teams represent the only varsity ice-hockey programs in the county. After Aurora’s Will Pfiffner tallied […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, JAN. 4, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL NORTON 63, FIELD 37 (At Field) NORTON (63) — Hunter 6 0-0 12; N. Willig 2 0-0 4; Duncan 1 0-0 2; B. Willig 3 1-2 7; Hardy 3 1-1 9; Lewis 2 1-2 7; Dobbins 8 6-8 22. Totals 25 9-13 63. FIELD (37) — […]
The 1982 Kent Roosevelt High School football team finished the season 5-5 and is remembered by retired Hall of Fame head coach John Nemec as one of his most memorable seasons. After beginning the season 0-5, the Rough Riders won their final five games of the season. Following the team’s fifth loss in a row […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 27.5 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 19.5 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 18.6 Layne Miller, Mogadore 17.2 Grady Eader, Field 15.0 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 14.3 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 13.6 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 12.3 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 11.4 Zach Pannetti, Aurora 11.1 Charles Ivory, […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, JAN. 3, 20224 GIRLS BASKETBALL ROOTSTOWN 69, MOGADORE 22 (At Rootstown) MOGADORE (22) — Julie Tompkins 0 2-2 2; Ari Tompkins 2 6-10 11; Ava Miller 0 1-2 1; Amelia Morris 2 2-6 6; Rylee Clark 1 0-0 2. Totals 5 11-20 22. ROOTSTOWN (69) — Colbie Curall 2 1-2 9; […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor When Jackson Eichler scored to open Wednesday’s overtime period, it was a reminder to the Waterloo Vikings and their head coach Jason Wise that the ball did actually still fit. It also jumpstarted a dominant extra session that led to the Vikings’ 57-44 non-league road victory over the […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor In October, Crestwood coach Wanda Hoffman made Ohio volleyball history. She became just the 32nd coach in state history to earn 500 career wins. Only one other coach in Portage County, Mary Tarka with 750 wins, has reached the milestone. “She is my idol. I am trying to […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Mogadore girls basketball team is tough and determined. It is a good thing, too, because not a single moment of the season has been easy for the Wildcats. Currently, of the team’s program-wide 14-player roster, only nine are physically able to play. Between injuries and illnesses, head coach […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Ravenna High School wrestling coach Eric Kline, who is in his second season leading the Ravens’ program. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Many bowling teams had practices and continued to hone their games over the holiday break, while several competed in tournaments offered to keep teams sharp for the hard push in January toward OHSAA postseason events as well as conference finals. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT Spins Bowl in Springfield hosted […]
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING WATERLOO D3 CLASSIC (At John Herchek Court at Fred Brookover Gymnasium, Atwater) FINAL TEAM STANDINGS Garfield, 162.5 points Manchester, 115 Southeast, 101.5 Mogadore, 100 Martins Ferry, 97 Jackson-Milton, 86 Waterloo, 82.5 United Local, 82 Tuscarawas Valley, 78.5 St. Paul, 65 Conneaut, 64 Sandy Valley, 43 Alexander, 40 Chippewa, 34 Grand Valley, 27 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The blueprint of what a leader looks like can be found inside Garrett Sprutte’s timeline for Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. Right in the middle of the school’s holiday break, the Southeast senior’s Pirates were scheduled to host the Ravenna Ravens. By the early afternoon hours, sitting at home, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Happy New Year. As the holiday season draws to a close it has been a unique Christmas in December for golfers with the outstanding weather making it perfect to hit the fairways across the greater Portage County area. Fairways at Twin Lakes in Kent, Raccoon Hill in Kent and […]
The 1978 Kent Roosevelt High School boys golf team became district champions. The team was coached by Dick Pfeiffer. The team included (left to right): Coach Pfeiffer, Todd Sandomierski, Jeff Bentley, Kirk Dennis, Ken Lane, Todd Dennis and assistant coach Jerry Johnson.
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 30, 2023 GIRLS BASKETBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 53, CRESTWOOD 36 (At Crestwood) KENT ROOSEVELT (53) — Danica Banks 1 0-0 2; Julia Nash 2 0-0 5; Maddie VanDamme 4 0-0 8; Lindsay Wills 0 2-2 2; Arie Wilson 1 0-0 2; Zariyah Taylor 9 4-5 22; Claire VanDamme 4 4-6 12. […]
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL STANDINGS UPDATE SATURDAY, DEC. 30, 2023 PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE Lake Center Christian 6-0, 2-0 Warren JFK 7-1, 2-0 St. Thomas Aquinas 4-2, 1-1 Southeast 4-2, 0-1 Mogadore 3-3, 0-1 Rootstown 2-5, 0-2 METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Norton 7-1, 4-1 Coventry 5-3, 3-2 Cloverleaf 5-4, 3-2 Woodridge 4-5, 3-2 Streetsboro […]
The 1975 Windham High School football team finished the season with a 2-8 overall record. The team’s schedule included: Week 1: Southeast, 6-14 Week 2: Field, 6-14 Week 3: Rootstown, 7-6 Week 4: Garfield, 0-24 Week 5: Crestwood, 0-17 Week 6: Waterloo, 6-16 Week 7: Mogadore, 20-0 Week 8: Streetsboro, 13-27 Week 9: LaBrae, 16-36 […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, DEC. 29, 2023 BOYS BOWLING ROOTSTOWN 2,563, AUSTINTOWN FITCH 2,424 (At Spins Bowl, Kent) ROOTSTOWN (2,563): Caleb Stevens 201-184 385, Anthony Cambareri 189-189 378, Elijah Birch 174, Justin Miller 234-211 445, Nick Moorehead 194-235 429, Ben Kline 183. GAMES: 992-1,002 1,994; BAKER: 216-193-158 569. AUSTINTOWN FITCH (2,424): Daniel Jones 173-278 451, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Offensive consistency has been a struggle this season for the Southeast boys basketball team. There have been moments of scoring bursts, but there have also been moments of scoreless droughts. Head coach Matt Dillon knows that is a sign of his team’s youth. While he waits for his […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 29.5 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 20.3 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 16.8 Layne Miller, Mogadore 16.0 Grady Eader, Field 15.0 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 14.3 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 13.5 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 13.0 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 12.6 Blake Mullaly, Rootstown 11.4 Zach […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 28, 2023 BOYS BASKETBALL LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN 71, FIELD 52 (At Field) LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN (71) — Baker 1 0-0 3; Hernandez 2 0-0 4; Underwood 1 1-2 3; Cook 4 0-0 11; Halse 3 0-0 7; Norman 5 7-9 18; Stokes 1 0-1 2; Miller 3 1-2 7; Lynch […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Rootstown High School wrestling coach Anthony Anderson, who is in his first season leading the Rovers’ program. […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer Bowling practice continues over the holidays with only a few matches and tournaments scheduled. This week, the column focuses on two people who were instrumental from the beginning of high-school bowling in Portage County from the beginning. TERRY ADOLPH There is a change in high-school bowling in Portage […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Things were always going to be different for Carlos Bruton this season. Head coach Cody Apthorpe knew it. He just needed to make sure that Bruton knew it, too. With a maturity that exceeds his tenure as a second-year varsity basketball head coach, Apthorpe approached Bruton in the […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It was sad news for the greater Portage County bowling community with the news of the death of Doris Roe, Portage County Hall of Fame member and so much more. The biography, including her induction into two Halls of Fame, Portage County and Tri-County, don’t really tell the story […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 23, 2023 WRESTLING WATERLOO D3 CLASSIC (At John Herchek Court and Fred Brookover Gymnasium Atwater) CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS 106 pounds — Cameron Lewicki (Gar) dec. over Braeden Martin (SE), 6-1 113 — Luke Kauffman (Gar) dec. over Asher Crissey (SV), 7-5 120 — Jase Mahoney (MF) tech. fall over Domonic Kemble […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, DEC. 22, 2023 BOYS BASKETBALL LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN 51, ROOTSTOWN 41 (At Rootstown) LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN (51) — Brody Zook 4 0-0 12; Jace Hulse 3 0-2 6; Tanner Norman 4 2-2 11; Xander Stokes 3 1-2 7; Chase Gingerich 2 0-0 4; Braidon Miller 1 1-4 3; TJ Lynch 3 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Four minutes into Friday’s game, Cody Apthorpe was seeing the same style of basketball that led his Bombers to back-to-back double-digit losses to Bristol and Southeast in the team’s last two games. He had seen enough. He called his second timeout of the first quarter in an attempt to […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The proper procedure has begun to officially hire the first-ever coach of the Rootstown High School girls wrestling program. The program is new to the district this season, with girls in previous seasons being part of the boys team. The necessary procedure also resets the program overall, which temporarily […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 21, 2023 BOYS BASKETBALL COVENTRY 50, FIELD 46 (At Field) COVENTRY (50) — Ryan Dinan 2 0-0 5; Luke Futrel 1 0-0 2; Jayden Keenan 4 4-6 13; Alex Meinen 9 1-3 20; Victor Singfield 2 0-0 4; Reggie Edwards 1 4-4 6. Totals 19 9-13 50. FIELD (46) — […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 29.5 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 20.3 Layne Miller, Mogadore 16.0 Preston Gedeon, Garfield 15.0 Grady Eader, Field 14.2 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 14.2 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 13.5 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 12.8 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 12.6 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 12.0 Blake Mullaly, Rootstown […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, DEC. 20, 2023 GIRLS BASKETBALL KENT ROOSEVELT 50, TWINSBURG 40 (At Kent Roosevelt) TWINSBURG (40) — T. Dye 6 2-5 16; C. Fletcher 4 0-0 12; M. Sweeney 2 0-0 5; G. Taylor 1 0-1 2; J. Anderson 1 2-2 4; L. Young 0 1-2 1. Totals 14 5-10 40. KENT […]
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, DEC. 20, 2023 BOYS BASKETBALL 7TH GRADE FIELD 37, WOODRIDGE 28 Field — Paxson Silveus 2 2-2 6; Mason Fulst 3 2-2 9; Grady Peterson 2 3-3 9; Tristan Zeman 2 0-0 5; Colton Herchick 3 0-0 6; E. Jackson 1 0-0 2. RAVENNA 26, NORTON 23 Norton — Tay Askew […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The most recent Portage Sports historical project was to create a list of the all-time career wins for high school boys and girls basketball coaches. Admittedly, the list for both boys and girls may be missing a name or two that was inadvertently and innocently overlooked. If that is […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD TUESDAY, DEC. 19, 2023 BOYS BASKETBALL HIGHLAND 50, AURORA 48 (At Highland) AURORA (48) — Zach Pannetti 5 5 15; Brock Habbyshaw 2 0 5; Cooper Carnahan 11 2 24; Josh Harrell 1 2 4. Totals 19 9 48. HIGHLAND (50) — Albright 5 0 12; Sooy 1 0 3; Radigan 2 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor A life without basketball? Delilah Rahe is not interested in thinking about it. In fact, she struggles to find the words to describe what her life would be like without her favorite sport. Fortunately, thanks to her third-grade self, she doesn’t have to find the words. By the […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, DEC. 18, 2023 GIRLS BOWLING SOUTHEAST 1,566, ALLIANCE 1,554 (At Spins Bowl, Kent) SOUTHEAST (1,566): Ally Smith 137-174 311, Rebekah Wood 177-128 299, Lily Seem 111-108 219, Odyssey Cadle 104-97 201, Julia Smith 47-62 112. GAMES: 570-575 1,145. BAKER: 159-119-143 421. ALLIANCE (1,554): Campbell Dosa 126-162 288, Georgia Gordon 127-96 223, […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer SOUTHEAST 1,566, ALLIANCE 1,554 It was the closest match of the season so far as the Southeast Pirates beat the Alliance Aviators by 12 pins on Monday. Competing at Spins Bowl in Kent, Southeast was getting beat by Alliance at the end of the regular games. Down by 49 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer It is always exciting when a new sport is added to the roster of a school’s athletic choices. That was the case this season when the Field Falcons added boys and girls bowling. Field competes in the Metro Athletic Conference and they are steadily making progress. At the beginning […]
YOUTH GIRLS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SUNDAY, DEC. 17, 2023 SCORES THIRD GRADE Streetsboro 15, Field Black 5 Field Red 24, Waterloo 3 Tallmadge 26, Rootstown 4 Streetsboro 15, Field Black 5 Manchester 11, Springfield 3 Mogadore 17, Norton 6 FOURTH GRADE Mogadore 19, Streetsboro 12 Field 13, Springfield 8 Coventry 15, Cloverleaf 9 Marlington 19, Ravenna […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 16, 2023 WRESTLING WEDNESDAY ROOTSTOWN 51, GARFIELD 27 (At Garfield) Note: Only Rootstown winners were reported. 113 — Ely won by pin 120 — McEwuen win 132 — Marzec win by pin 138 — Malek win by pin 144 — Lee win by pin 150 — Paulus win by pin […]
YOUTH BOYS BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD SATURDAY, DEC. 16, 2023 THIRD GRADE ROOTSTOWN 15, KENT 12 Rootstown — Brock Bellar, 9 rebounds. Defesive Standouts — (R) Jacob Weber. Special Effort Players — (R) Calvin Sharp. FIELD (BLACK) 29, FIELD (RED) 9 Field Black — Cruz Sugg, 2 points; Leo Reuting, 3 points; Rylan Peterson, 14 points; David […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer An exciting week of bowling this past week included the final results of the Portage USBC Junior-Senior Trio Tournament and the conclusion of the White’s Senior Doubles League for this year. PORTAGE USBC JUNIOR-SENIOR TOURNAMENT The champions of the Junior Senior Trio was the team of Nick Kurtzman, […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor It can be amazing what a box score doesn’t tell you. A quick glance at the Field girls basketball team’s box score from Friday’s dominant 55-12 victory over Coventry shows junior Mckayla Miller scored four points. If you stopped there, you would inaccurately suppose that she had little […]
By Phil Keren Correspondent Southeast played tenacious defense, but struggled to score on a consistent basis in a 52-37 road loss to Lake Center Christian on Friday night. Lake Center Christian came into the game averaging 75 points per game, but were held to 52 thanks to a strong defensive performance from the Pirates. […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD FRIDAY, DEC. 15, 2023 GIRLS BASKETBALL CRESTWOOD 39, KIRTLAND 38 (At Crestwood) KIRTLAND (38) — K. Boyd 0 2 2; B. Bradac 0 2 2; A. Fleming 1 0 2; A. Dumstruff 1 0 3; E. Ridgeway 2 0 4; P. Dolovacky 2 0 5; K. Sayle 1 0 2; L. Palagyi […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor “Getting to Know” is an ongoing series created to spotlight the coaches and administrators that are guiding today’s Portage County student-athletes to be tomorrow’s leaders. Today, we get to know Southeast High School boys golf coach Mike Jenior, who is in his 7th season as the leader of […]
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL 2023-24 STATISTICAL LEADERS BOYS BASKETBALL SCORING Player, School Average Garrett Sprutte, Southeast 29.5 Dekota Johnson, Crestwood 20.3 Grady Eader, Field 14.8 Cooper Carnahan, Aurora 13.5 Charlie Schweickert, Crestwood 13.5 Jack Batten, Streetsboro 12.0 Aiden Rodstrom, Rootstown 11.8 Cameron Mahone, Rootstown 11.8 Blake Mullaly, Rootstown 11.3 Trevor Dixon, Field 10.8 Zach Pannetti, Aurora […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 14, 2023 BOYS BASKETBALL RAVENNA 63, FIELD 59 (At Field) RAVENNA (63) — Curtis Ross 7 1-4 15; Dylan Carrozzi 3 0-0 7; Nigil Williams 5 2-4 12; Jaxon Kelly 3 6-6 12; Bryant Thompson 2 0-0 5; Dean Baker 3 3-5 9; Austin Marshall 0 3-4 3. Totals 23 […]
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCOREBOARD THURSDAY, DEC. 14, 2023 GIRLS BASKETBALL 8TH GRADE MONDAY GARFIELD 36, WINDHAM 25 Windham — K. Sanders, 5 points; M. Jones, 21 points. FIELD 41, GARFIELD 17 Garfield — Payton Soltis, 12 points; Leah Hill, 2 points; Olivia Bailey, 2 points; Lola Lake, 1 point. Field — Jaelyn Mallet, 6 […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor Portage County has been the home of a long list of very special high school football players. Standouts that caught the spotlight of statewide attention. Phenoms with decorated four-year careers that rewrote school history books. Two more authored their historic final chapters in 2023. Garfield’s Keegan Sell. Streetsboro’s […]
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced on Wednesday that it is studying tournament-division expansion for volleyball, boys soccer, girls soccer, boys basketball, girls basketball, softball and baseball. The OHSAA is expected to hold multiple statewide meetings in January to present data on the idea, while also collecting […]
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD WEDNESDAY, DEC. 13, 2023 GIRLS BASKETBALL AURORA 39, KENT ROOSEVELT 35 (At Aurora) KENT ROOSEVELT (35) — Julia Nash 5 0-0 11; Arie Wilson 1 0-2 2; Zariyah Taylor 8 0-1 16; Claire VanDamme 3 0-0 6. Totals 17 0-3 35. AURORA (39) — Sam Stask 6 0-0 16; Julia Miller 0 […]
By Susan Jenior Staff Writer This is a story I have wanted to write for several years, but honestly, getting a handle on the outstanding accomplishments of Herb Page in one telling is almost ...
By Tom Nader Publisher and Editor The “Coaches in the Classroom” feature is a weekly series designed to spotlight and celebrate coaches throughout Portage County, who spend their days in the classrooms and hallways ...
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD MONDAY, DEC. 23, 2024 BOYS BASKETBALL STREETSBORO 50, KENSTON 41 (At Streetsboro) KENSTON (41) — Sam Rogers 0 1 1; Jackson Allota 2 0 5; Eli Ellis 4 0 11; Braelyn ...
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