Howland, Olmsted Falls set for high school playoff clash
Olmsted Falls meets Howland in a Division II regional playoff with a contrast in styles. Howland relies on a big, physical rushing attack and stout defense led by Rhodes, Fuller, and Zaimballi, while Falls emphasizes a traditional I-formation, blue‑collar run game led by Smith, Davis, and justice. The Bulldogs seek a win to advance after two previous playoff upsets and praise from coach Ryan amid a rugged conference showdown.
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Avon Lake Seeks Division II State Semifinal Bid at Parma
Avon Lake visits Byers Field in Parma on Friday to face Nordonia in a Division II state tournament qualifier. Dan Macon leads Nordonia with 24 carries per game for 1,578 yards and 19 TDs, backed by a strong two-junior tackles and a rugged defense anchored by Rich Roadybush Ben Batton and Len Trasnik.
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Nordonia offense eyes strong run game under Boedicker
Nordonia led by coach Keith Boedicker in his seventh season has a 11-7 record in Western Reserve play and an 2-6 all time playoff mark. The Knights rely on RB Tom Stockle after Dan Macon left with a cramp in last week's 16-7 win over Green. Stockle ran 24 carries for 101 yards in the final 17 minutes as Macon is expected back Friday. The team has scored 330 points and allowed 92 this season with three shutouts.
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Avon Lake Shoremen Football Revels in Special Teams
Avon Lake led by coach Dave Dingosz in the Southwastern Conference aims for a strong season after a recent win. The Shoremen showcased kicking and a punt return for a touchdown but also drew penalties, highlighting a mix of discipline and explosiveness as they push toward postseason play.
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Falls Bulldogs edge top-ranked Louisville in thriller
Falls Bulldogs, led by Jim Ryan in his 15th season, overcome a late deficit to defeat Louisville 21-20. Tim Curran shines with a game tying TD, a 42-yard punt return setup, a 22-yard TD catch, and a last-second blocked field goal attempt. Curran totals 29 TDs this season. he also adds rushing for 832 yards and 12 receptions.
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Orange and Black reach Metro Conference playoffs
The Orange and Black team, led by coach Dick Angle, enter a 9-3 season with a Metro Conference playoff berth, their third overall and first time past the opening round. They face a history of postseason losses including a 37-8 defeat to Green in 2001.
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Keystone star Brittney Robinson eyes Division I softball
Keystone senior Brittney Robinson rises as a top Ohio softball talent. The versatile slugger pitcher has tied the state single season homer record with 10 and owns a 0.56 ERA with 255 strikeouts last season. She chose Kent State near home over Ohio State, aiming to play wherever she earns a spot.
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Horvath picks BGSU at wire in college decision
Wellington pitcher Dan Horvath chose Bowling Green over Toledo after a late matching offer, finalizing his commitment at a hallway signing. The left hander is a 6 foot 2, 200 pound pitcher with a 1.02 ERA and 89 strikeouts in 51 innings, with interest from Eastern Michigan Winthrop and Ohio State.
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