West grapplers face rugged tests
Elyria West wrestlers have faced tough foes this season and must prepare for more after a 5-3 loss to Columbia. Tonight they host a large Brunswick team, described by coach Jim Westbrook as tough and similar in size to Elyria. He notes the need to focus on mentality as much as moves.
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Northwood Tops Midview In Junior High Wrestling 52 13
Northwood defeated Midview 52 to 13 in junior high wrestling with three pins a forfeit and three superior decisions. Northwood winners included Dennis Davis Jim Doane Jock Murray Ray Manfall Brian Williams Tim Gerhardinger Tim Eccleslon Mike McGraw Mike Sankey and Tim Meadows. Midview winners were Carl Horner Roger Wilburn Don Urig and others.
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Tim Eccelston
Mike McGraw
Tim Meadows
Mike Sankey
Carl Horner
Roger Wilburn
Don Urig
Paul Showalter
Jim Judge
Jay Garland
Tom Lucki
Keystone Wins Freshmen Thriller Over South Amherst 36-33
Keystone defeated South Amherst 36-33 in a tight Inland Conference freshmen game. Conrad scored 15 with 11 rebounds, Klink added 11 after sealing the win with late free throws and a crucial interception. Holcomb and Stone pulled 12 and 10 boards, while McGraw led South Amherst with 11 points. Keystone improves to 9-3 and sits second, one game behind Firelands. Keystone visits Lutheran West Tuesday.
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Dennis McGraw
South Amherst
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Keystone
Lutheran West
Panthers freshmen romp in LorainCatholic game
Elyria Catholic defeats Lorain Catholic 49 to 32 as Panthers freshmen surge with 12 early points led by Mark Cooksey with 20 points and Tom Smelko 10. La Grotteria controlled the boards while Lorain Catholic managed only eight first half points.
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Panthers visit Chanel in NCC clash seeking experimentation
Elyria Catholic coach Bob Guinta plans to experiment as the Panthers visit Chanel in a North Central Conference game that doubles as a test of lineup and ball handling. The Panthers aim to rebound from a five of six loss stretch and chase a 9 9 season, while Chanel seeks to climb out of the NCC cellar. Guinta notes potential starts for Hess and Wyazyraki and stresses improving defense and offensive mindset after breaking Chanel’s press.
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Mark Tolurek
Ric Schneider
Pete Hess
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Flyers Phiel among area hockey stars shines for Elyria
Elyria Flyers star Dave Phiel has scored 34 of the team’s 49 goals this season, ranking among top scorers in the Greater Cleveland High School Hockey Association. Kent locals will see him tomorrow at 12 15 p m as Elyria searches to rebound after a Shaker Heights loss.
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Firelands mat tournament set
Firelands hosts the Firelands Conference wrestling tournament this Saturday with Edison aiming for a fifth straight title. Black River Mapleton Monroeville New London Norwalk St Paul and Western Reserve are entered. Tickets $1.50 adults $1.00 students for one session. two-session ducats $2.50/$1.50.
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Southview seeks revenge in key Elyria West rematch
Southview basketball, led by Manzie Williams and Herman Benjamin, eyes redemption after last February’s 60 59 loss to Elyria West. Coach Larry Stark notes improved team play, rebounding focus, and Benjamins dual impact on offense and defense ahead of the West High clash.
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Elyria Catholic to host Southview in key wrestling dual
Elyria Catholic Panthers coached by Dan Hornbeck emphasize aggressive drills as they prepare for a 6 p.m. home dual with Southview. The 4-2 team aims to repeat takedown focus, with lineup tweaks possible as Mike Smith and John Ublik eye returns, and Buckeye looming before the Feb. 15 North Central Conference meet.
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Elyria Catholic Fans Plan Trip to Chanel Game
Elyria Catholic fans are advised to allow about one hour ten minutes for travel to Chanel High School for tonight's basketball game. Take the Turnpike to Exit 12 then Rt. 8 north toward Cleveland, pass a Sohio station and a Dairy Queen near Bedford, and Chanel High School will be on the left at 480 Northfield Road across from Bedford High School.
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