McKnight resigns after three-season run with Alexander Spartans
Ironton native Cory McKnight steps down as Alexander girls basketball head coach after three successful seasons, citing family needs including a newborn son Cameron. Alexander went 58-19, with three sectional titles and two district crowns, as McKnight balanced long Ohio drives with coaching duties.
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Cavaliers show what they can be when fully focused
The Cavaliers, led by LeBron James, dominated the Celtics 64 percent shooting and a strong second quarter, signaling what they can do when energy and focus align. Coach Tyronn Lue stressed focus as essential for playoff success amid injuries and chemistry questions surrounding Kyrie Irving.
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Phillies fall 7 4 to Reds on bullpen failures
In Cincinnati, the Phillies squander a three run lead as Adam Morgan gives up a long pinch hit homer to Michael Lorenzen for a 7 4 loss at Great American Ball Park. Clay Buchholz struggles over five innings as Philadelphia lingers near a tough start to the season.
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OHSAA Announces Fall Sports Divisional Breakdown 2017
The Ohio High School Athletic Association released divisions for football volleyball and soccer using a new competitive balance formula based on base enrollments and outside district athletes. Athens remains in Division III football and Division II volleyball with balanced adjustments. Alexander stays Division V football and Division III volleyball. Nelsonville York shifts to Division VI football.
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