Byars sidelined as Bucks host No. 1 Iowa
Ohio State prepares for a battle with No. 1 Iowa at Ohio Stadium as Keith Byars sits out with a foot injury. The Buckeyes, 6-1 after a close loss to Illinois, rely on Jim Karsatos passing and Cris Carter receivers while Iowa, 7-0, boasts Chuck Long in top national form and strong rushing defense.
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Avon Lake aims for region top as playoff race tightens
Shoremen coach Don Sollis, who led Avon Lake to the 1981 playoffs, says the Friday clash with North Olmsted could seal the Southwestern Conference title and region lead. Vermilion and Lake County foes hunt for spots, with Black River and Aquinas leading Division IV Region 12 contenders as Wellington and Oberlin push to stay in the hunt.
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Playoff Fever Grips Akron-Eden Area Highs
Playoff prospects signal tense race across several schools. Avon Lake and Black River lead with strong chances, while Lakewood St Edward, Midpark, Wellington, Oberlin, Bay Village and Firelands show varying levels of threat and need wins to secure spots. Local talk centers on key matchups and potential paths to qualification.
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EC Hosts Patent St Edward in Biggest Game of Season
Elyria Catholic faces state powerhouse Lakewood St Edward at Knights of Columbus Field in a pivotal showdown. Kickoff is 7 30 p m. Coach Fred Schmitz says the game defines the season and his team is at peak health and form.
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Elyria Catholic Seeks Green Spirit for Senior Night Tilt
Elyria Catholic fans and players urged to wear green as the Eagles host Lakewood St Edward in a pivotal game that could decide a state playoff spot. Seniors see extra motivation in their last home game, with coach Schmitz stressing line play and stopping tailback Dan Andrews, who has rushed for over 1,200 yards this season including 206 on 36 carries last week.
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92nd meeting Elyria Lorain game for pride in rivalry
Elyria and Lorain clash for the 92nd time at George Daniel Field as Ohio's second longest rivalry tests pride and conference standings. Each side touts strong defenses and productive runners with mounting tensions from a storied season and local bragging rights at stake.
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West seeks .500 season for Warrensville clash
Elyria West coach Bill Karnak fears a 5-5 finish more than an unbeaten foe, as the Wolverines head to Warrensville to close their season after a 32-8 win over Southview. Karnak praised West’s resilience and noted key players Tyrone Nelson and Brakou as pivotal in the matchup with the Tigers.
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