Defiance high at 7-3 sprints to playoffs this year
Defiance marks a 7-3 season under coach Bill Albright, with notable wins over Perkins and Amherst. Leading receiver LU Hellion hauled 53 catches while Miciew completed 54 passes as Midview boasted seven 100-yard rushers. The Thunderbolts scored 318 points and allowed 165 with a 3 game win streak.
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Midview vs Defiance: Division II Region 6 Playoff Preview
Midview heads to Defiance for a Division II regional quarterfinal clash with the Bulldogs riding an 8-2 record. Midview averages 320.9 rushing yards per game while Defiance’s defense features nose guard Dan Orta at 340 pounds. Key players include Midview’s Bill Albright seeking a run-based attack, and Defiance’s Robert Orta and quarterback Austin Keel guiding the offense in a see-saw prep battle. The winner advances in a tight Western Buckeye League showdown setting.
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Midview star Jeff Bales anchors team with sacrifice
Lorain County Conference all league honors exclude Jeff Bales, yet Midview credits his selfless moves from outside linebacker to safety and from wide receiver to running back as pivotal. Coach Bill Albright praises his athleticism, leadership, and crucial role in remaining competitive as a senior.
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Olmsted Falls Bulldogs seek state title with high powered offense
Olmsted Falls, coached by Jim Ryan in his 16th season, enters with a 6-4 record and a potent aerial attack led by senior quarterback Mickey Mental who has thrown 18 TDs with only three interceptions and rushed for 442 yards. Receivers Pat Braddick and Craig Wild headline a strong corps, while Aaron Schecter adds a 317 yard ground game as the defense eyes a deep playoff run.
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Olmsted Falls Eyes Return Shot At Nordonia In Playoff Clash
Olmsted Falls faces Nordonia in a Division 0 playoff with revenge on the Bulldogs minds after last year’s 12-10 state semifinal defeat. Nordonia, a No 2 seed, is favored but Olmsted Falls arrives off two straight wins and confidence, while Nordonia battles injuries and a late-season loss.
Bulldogs rely on Tuohy as do-everything playmaker
Scott Tuohy starring at receiver runner and returner for the Bulldogs. He totaled three touchdowns 94 rushing yards and 12 receptions for 89 yards plus 70 kickoffs for 305 yards and seven punts for 223 yards. He also had three interceptions tying Craig Wild for team high with 37 return yards. Bulldogs coach Jim Ryan praised Tuohy for heart and offseason strength gains.
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Defiance Stands Tough in 1997 State Run and Playoff Pace
Defiance claimed the 1997 state title after a 2-2 record in conference play. The squad benefited from senior players who previously helped defeat Avon Lake in a regional semifinal two years earlier. Four Western Buckeye League teams reached the state playoffs, including St Marys Kenton and Lima Bath. Key to Defiance’s season was one point wins over Kenton and Celina, while individual stats show 298 points scored and 171 allowed with no shutouts. Travel directions estimate a three hour drive from Ohio Turnpike Exit 64 to town via I-475 US-23 and US-24 corridors.
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Nordonia Knights eye repeat run after strong 9-1 season
Nordonia, coached by Keith Boedicker in his fifth year, posted a 9-1 regular season with a lone loss to Solon, and aims to advance past Round 1 in Division II after last year’s appearance in the state final. The Knights beat Midview 21-0 in the opener, edged Avon Lake 58-32 for the regional title, and beat Olmsted Falls 12-10 in the state semifinal. Key players include Stockle, Mabin, Smatana, and Chappa, with 358 points scored and 118 allowed. The schedule lists Aug 22 at Brecksville through Oct 24 at Kenston, ending with a 9-1 mark and playoff berth.
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