Award Show, Registration Info, Top 150 Football Rankings Tomorrow at Vyral Gaming

Award Show, Registration Info, Top 150 Football Rankings Tomorrow at Vyral Gaming  

 For the 3rd Year, Dayton HS Sports has partnered with S.E.Live365 to bring the Football Award Show. 

This year, it will be held on Monday, December 26th at Vyral Gaming Compound in Kettering, Ohio from 5-9pm ET. 

This year, the Dayton Weekly Newspaper will be a sponsor and major distributor of the Top 150 Rankings and 3rd Annual Award Show. 

"We are very excited to partner with Vyral Gaming to have the event at this location.  We have some exciting plans in the future with our launch of our E-League (Dayton HS Sports E-League) and our internship program (S.E.Live New Day Media Internship)." Deon Cash, the CEO of S.E.Live365 stated. 

"We know the future is in gaming, and if we can provide another outlet for these kids to get a scholarship or continue their education, we want to do that." 

Here are the Nominees for the Respective Categories

  (3 Winners for Each Category will Be Selected) 

QBs - Bryce Schondelmyer, Springfield: Tyrell Lewis, Wayne; Evan Ruzzo, Springboro, Jayvian Graves, Dunbar, Tim Carpenter, Twood; Brady Ouhl, Piqua; Liam Poronsky, Tipp; Dreonne McComb, Ponitz, Johnathan Peltier, C-J; Gavin McManus, Xenia; Caden Henson, Valley View; Blaise Sizer, Waynesville; Nate Morter, Milton-Union; Talon Fisher, Fairfield

RBs' - Drew Baker, Fmont; Wakilongo, Cville; WIllieyaun Yates, Burg; Zachariah Williams, Wayne; Jayvin Norman, Springfield; Amare Lattimore, Thurgood; Davion Fleming, Meadowdale; Stourm White, Ponitz; Trei'Shaun Sanders, Xenia; Brock Short, Greenville; Ky Warner, Piqua, Josiah Payne, C-J, Damir Dewberry, Stebbins; Xavier Jones, Tippecanoe; Jordan Jackson, Fairfield; Michael Elam, Milton-Union  

WR's - R.J. Mukes, Wayne; Peyton Howard, Burg; Anthony Brown, Springfield; Daylen Bradley, Springfield; Keyshaun Golden, Dunbar; Dayjuan Anderson, Ponitz; Trammell Wright, Xenia; Dre'Sean Roberts, Piqua; Harris-Belle, Stebbins; Sam Reynolds, Sidney; Shawn Thigpen, Springfield, Nic Bruder, Cville, Dalin Wilkins, Northmont, Stanley Clyne, Tippecanoe; Max Parker, Oakwood; 

Tight End - Colton Beougher, Piqua; Rayshawn Riley, West Carrollton; Bryce Cowgill, Cville; Jackson McGohan, Miamisburg; Josh Dietz, Tippecanoe; Jaxsen Lewis, Xenia, Jayson Jefferson, Thurgood 

Top Offensive Line - Fairmont - Springfield - Wayne - Springboro - Centerville - Xenia - Piqua - Troy - Tipp - Stebbins - Dunbar - Ponitz -CJ - Milton Union

Top OL (Player) - Gabe Funk, Xenia; Eli Moore, Tippecanoe; Jake Wheelock, Stebbins; A.J. Shaffer, Greenville; Anson Cox, Piqua; Matty Appel, Springboro; Enoch Cruz, Fairmont; Josh Padilla, Wayne; James Owsley, Centerville; Joseph Allen, Ponitz; D'Andre Bean, Jacarri Casey, Dunbar; Marsuan Conley, Meadowdale; C-J (+2), Ethan Lane, Milton Union; 

Defensive Line - Javon Hammonds, Wayne; Peyton Lupton, Northmont; Jackson Heims, Springfield; Juan Cranford, Wayne; Victor Fleming, Belmont; Leo Boykin, Meadowdale; Keahilo Norvell, Belmont; Chris Devaughns, Meadowdale; Brian Payne, Dunbar; Jamell Smith, Xenia; Brennan Johns, Piqua; Christian Hartman, Tippecanoe; Devon Strobel, Troy, Amon Dennis, Trotwood, Nesta Owens, Springfield, Julian Lee, Ponitz; Joseph Cboins, Northridge; 

Linebackers - Connor Smith, Springboro; Crawford, Beavercreek; Jaivian Norman, Springfield; Joseph Jean-Louis, Centerville; Matt Karpinsky, Centerville; Richard Coleman, Meadowdale; Carlos Woods, Meadowdale; Dai'Vontay Young, Dunbar; Dreonne McComb, Ponitz; Cheyene Benson, Ponitz; Omarion Harris, Dunbar; Sam Schmieshing, Piqua; Cael Liette, Tippecanoe; Myles Vordemark, Sidney; Josh Dietz, Tippecanoe; Ronnie Butler, Xenia; Bryson Roberts, Piqua, Bryan Jones, Northmont, Henry Reifschneider, Alter; Jeffrey Wall, C-J; Keymaurie Henderson, Trotwood; Gavin DeGroat, Valley View; Jeremy Henry, Northridge;  Ozzie Gregg, Milton-Union; Marcus Tyree, Northridge; Ronan Casanova, Middletown; 

Defensive Backs - Aaron Scott, Springfield; Baylor Stickel, Boro; Ross Coppock, Cville; Kamron Payne, Fairmont; Jussiah WIlliams West, Wayne; Demarion Fleming, Meadowdale; Davion Fleming, Meadowdale; Cameron Birdsong, Ponitz; KeShaun Golden, Dunbar; Terrance Sims, Thurgood; Tay Arnold, Belmont; Logan Ullery, Troy; Tremell Wright, Xenia; Dre'Sean Roberts, Piqua; Deshawn Cunningham, Stebbins; Josiah Jackson, Fairfield, Colin Kadel, C-J; Donaven Cummings, C-J , Michael Smith, Trotwood; Devon Sims, Trotwood; Max Parker, Oakwood;  Cooper Brown, Milton-Union; 

All Purpose - Adrian Norton, Stebbins; Ramon Browder, Xenia; R.J.Mukes, Wayne; Anthony Brown, Springfield; Amare Lattimore, Thurgood; Stourm White, Ponitz; Tremell Wright, Xenia; Nic Bruder, Centerville; Karmron Payne, Fairmont; Caelean Bush, Fairborn, Ethan Willits, Alter, Donaven Cummings, C-J, Armani Rogers, Trotwood; Austin Stidham, Valley View; Blake Brumbaugh, Milton-Union; Jayden Kelly, Northridge

Top Kicker - Will Holt - Fairmont; Shawn Morse, Beavercreek; Derek Morris, Fenwick; Jackson Kleather, Tipp; Honore Norbert, Belmont; Renaldo Cordoso, Ponitz; Jackson Courville, Centerville; Mason Grudich, Milton-Union; 

Top Kick Returner - Michael Russ, Alter; Zach Van Meter, Carroll; Collin Wehner, Alter; Anthony Brown, Springfield; Christian Davis, Miamisburg; R.J. Mukes, Wayne; Dre'Sean Roberts, Piqua; KeShaun Golden, Dunbar; Dayjuan Anderson, Ponitz; Amare Lattimore, Thurgood; Jullius Spradling, Sidney, Tank Fleming, Sidney; Blake Braumbaugh, Milton-Union; Mikell Dorn, Middletown 

Top Freshman - Isaiah Thompson, Wayne; Dada Owens, Springfield, OL Springfield; Courtney Russell, Meadowdale, Leo Boykins, Meadowdale, Adam Williams Jr, Trotwood; Armani Rogers, Trotwood, Malachi Johnson,  Trotwood, Jamarcus Whyce, Trotwood  

Top Sophomore - Gavin McManus, Xenia; Tyrell Lewis, Wayne; Davion Fleming, Meadowdale; Julius Spradling, Sidney; Tank Fleming, Sidney; Tayven Crump, Butler; Kasaun Graham, Thurgood; Deshawn Cunningham, Stebbins; Jackson Heims, Springfield; Gavin Conner, Alter; Ronnie Butler, Xenia; Gunnar Stephen, Xenia 

Top Junior - Tim Carpenter, Trotwood; Amare Lattimore, Thurgood; Javian Norman, Springfield; Aaron Scott, Springfield; Dalin Wilkins, Northmont; Kamryon Payne, Fairmont; Javon Hammonds, Wayne; Xavier Jones, Tippecanoe, Cael Liette, Tippecanoe, Jake Wheelock, Stebbins, Jayvian Graves, Dunbar; Dai'Vonaty Young, Dunbar; Joseph Cboins, Northridge 

Top Senior  - R.J.Mukes, Wayne; Anthony Brown, Springfield; Bryce Schondelmyer, Springfield; Dre'Sean Roberts, Piqua; Drew Baker, Fairmont; Jackson Mcgohan, Miamisburg; Adrian Norton, Stebbins; Trei'Shaun Saunders, Xenia; Dayjuan Anderson, Ponitz; Brock Short, Greenville; Blake Brumbaugh, Milton-Union; Jamell Smith, Xenia

Student Athlete Award (Nominated  by Coaches) 

Top Offense - Dunbar - Springfield - Piqua - Xenia - Trotwood - Centerville - C-J - Tippecanoe - Milton-Union 

Top Defenses - Meadowdale - Dunbar - Springfield - Centerville - Tippecanoe - Xenia - Piqua - Valley View 

Top Special Teams - Wayne - Springfield - Piqua - Xenia - Ponitz - Tippecanoe - Fairmont - Milton-Union 

Top Coaching Staff - Xenia - Dunbar - Ponitz - Tipp - Piqua - Springfield  - Centerville - Wayne - C-J - Trotwood - Fairfield - Milton Union - Valley  View 

Top Fan Section - Springfield - Piqua - Centerville - Wayne - C-J - Tippecanoe - Meadowdale 

Top Band - Stebbins - Springfield - Xenia - Centerville - Dunbar - Alter - Northmont -

Top Media Source  - DTP Productions - Bonus Sports - OK3 Media - Micah Graham - Kenny Wilkinson -  MCD Media - David Jordan 

Honorary Achievement Award - Powell Brothers, Lumlkin Brothers - Eric Boykin 

Here is the schedule for the 3rd Annual Award Show

6pm- Start Award Show (Defense Categories) 

6:15 -  Performer 

6:20 -Finish Defense Categories 

6:30 - Start Offense Categories 

6:40 - Honor Flyght Academy Football Team 

6:45 - Finish Offense Categories 

7pm - Start Team / Other Categories

7:15 - Honor Lifetime Achievement Award 

7:20- Finish Award Show 

7:30 -Award Show Finished 

7:30-8pm - Post Award Show Pics, Interviews 

8pm - Post Celebration Party 

We know that with it being XMas time it will be hard for some people to be at the event. 

But we hope that if you can make it, come and join us tomorrow at Vyral Gaming Compound in Kettering, Ohio. 

With each ticket bought you will recieve:

(1) Food

(2) Beverage 

(3) The Option to Vote on Different Categories 

(4) A ticket to enter (1)Gaming Tourney or Sign Up for A BBGL Online League (Madden, NBA2k, Call of Duty, Fortnite, Mario Cart, and other games). 

(5) A Ticket to the Holiday Giveback Raffle (Can win Cash) 

(6) A Thank You Note for donating to the S.E Live 365 Youth Foundation and being apart of the event.(Our goal is to raise $1,500 for the HS Senior Student Athletes for NIL Deals and Scholarship Monies) 

(7) Live Music Performances 

(8) The Option to Speak About the Event on TV

Tickets are still available for purchase.

"We understand the weather wont be perfect,  but it will be clear and around 25 degrees which is good compared to the last 5 days." Cash stated. 

For tickets go to www.vyralteq.com to register. 

If you are not able to make it but would like to donate to event, just buy a ticket, leave your name on the ticket and notify us so we can thank you for your donation.

The only way to get into event is to buy a ticket.

For more info go to 

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Regional Final Playoff; Springfield, Tippecanoe, Valley View Reach State Semifinals

 Here is the Headlines / Recap on the OHSAA Regional Finals in football in  Southwest Ohio

Springfield Smacks Olentangy Liberty, Earns 4th Straight Title Berth 

The Springfield Wildcats showed how dominant they have been as they shut down Olentangy Liberty 35-7 and moved to their 4th consecutive State Semifinal berth.

Despite blowing two big opportunities, Springfield took a 14-0 lead into half and opened up with another TD after a defensive stop. 

WR Anthony Brown was a star once again, leading the Cats in their ariel attack which his been unstoppable all season. 

The Wildcats will face Moeller, who downed Lakota West in the Regional Final. 

With this win this gives Springfield its 4th consecutive trip to the OHSAA State Semifinals.

Tippecanoe Stops Badin Late, Earns 1st State Semifinal Berth for MVL 

The Tippecanoe Red Devils knocked off the #1 seed in The Regional finals in a tight game that featured a variety of leqd changes.  

Badin who took a 17-10 lead in the 2nd half, seemed to be headed for a win when the offense came alive and scored on a TD pass from Poronsky to tie the game. 

It wasnt until the late stages of the 4th quarter that the game was decided on a FG by Jackson Kleather to seal the deal. DB Carson Robbins led the team with 12 tackles and 2 huge interceptions to help seal the deal. 

Tippecanoe will face Bloom Carroll in the D-3 Semifinals at London HS on Friday night. The Red Devils become the first team in Miami Valley League history to make the OHSAA State Semifinals in football. 

VALLEY VIEW STOPS MILTON UNION, EXACTS REVENGE 

The Valley View Spartans lost to Milton Union last season, which ended their season. While it was a good run, their state dreams were cut short by the Bulldogs. 

This season the Spartans would exact revenge on the Bulldogs and garner another trip to the OHSAA State Semifinals.  

Valley View will face powerhouse Ironton in the D-5 Semifinals on Friday night. 

Round 2 HS Playoff Recap: Springfield, Tipp, Centerville, Valley View Advance; Rams, Piqua, Alter, Boro Fall

 Heres the Recap / Headlines of the 2nd Round of the OHSAA Football Playoffs (Southwest Ohio) (Dayton, Cincy, Springfield).

Springfield Dominates Fairmont

Springfield used its passing attack of Byrce Schondelmyer and Anthony Brown and the stout defense led by GWOC Defensive Player of the Year  Jaivian Norman to shut down Fairmont in the 2nd round of the OHSAA football playoffs by a score of 21-0. Fairmont couldn't get all league performer RB Drew Baker and the running game going. 

Springfield will face Centerville in the Regional Semifinals at Northmont HS.

Tippecanoe Rolls Past Trotwood

The Tippecanoe Red Devils jumped on Trotwood early and often, and left no doubt that the Miami Valley League still has a legitimate dog in the fight as Tipp won at home 43-14.  QB Liam Poronsky led the passing, connecting with WR Stanley Cline for a TD, while the running game was dominant as well with RB Xavier Jones scoring and providing the ground attack.  The state ranked Red Devils will face Western Brown in the Regional Semifinals. 

Centerville Stops Marysville on Late Run

The Centerville Elks took a 24-21 lead and turned it into a rout, as they defeat Marysville 42-21 in 2nd round action in the OHSAA tournament. With the game at 24-21 headed into the 4th quarter, Jackson Courville kicked a 55-yard field goal, which was followed by a TD pass from Nic Bruder to Jamar Montgomery and the game was sealed with a Pick-6 by Ross Coppock, who has a few of those on the season. Centerville will face Springfield in the Regional Semifinals. 

Piqua Falls to Edgewood 

Piqua would score the first two TD's (on Ky Warner runs) to hold a 14-0 lead in the 2nd quarter. From then on, Edgewood would score a TD in the 2nd and 3rd quarter, and would end it in OT with a Tavion Crosby run, as he amassed 145 yards on 30 carries and 2 pivotal TD's to help Edgewood knock off Piqua for the 2nd consecutive season. Piqua would get the ball but could not score on its final possession, as Edgewood will now face Anderson at Little Miami.

Alter Loses Late to Taft 

Alter season came to an end with a 26-24 loss to Taft, as the Senators defense stopped Alter on a failed 2-point conversion to help seal the deal. Taft will face McNicholas in the Regional Semifinal at Princeton HS.

Mason Rallies To Upend Springboro

Springboro took a 26-14 lead into the 2nd half and Mason rallied with 2 TDs in the 4th quarter to upend the Panthers 29-26. Larson Brown would unload two big TD passes to turn a deficit into a big win. Brown would throw for 3 TD's on the night. 

Badin Dominates New Richmond

Hamilton Badin put up the first 41 points of the game en route to a big win 41-14 as Star QB Alex Ritzie was 11-11 for 170 and 3 TD's in the rout for the #1 seed. Badin will face Wapakoneta at Trotwood HS.

Valley View Stays Alive With Powerful Performance

The Valley View Spartans move to the Regionals after a thrilling 42-16 win over Blanchester as Caden Henson threw for 3 TDs and the running game amassed over 225 yards in the big win. They would also harrass the QB for Blanchester into a rough passing night (1-11). Valley View will face Maderia at Fairfield HS.

Milton Union Hammers Preble Shawnee

Milton Union, ranked in the state, showed why they are one of the favorites in D-5 as they pounded Preble Shawnee to move to the Regionals. They will face Brookeville at Xenia HS. 

Brookeville Squeaks Out Win in Shootout 

Brookeville used a fast start to push to the next round after a nice win over Northeastern 38-15. RB Tim Davis would run roughshod over Northeastern for 203 yards and 3 TDs in the big win. Brookeville will face Milton Union at Xenia HS.

Round 1 OHSAA Playoff Recap: Xenia Stunned; Trotwood Wins Shootout; Fairmont Stops Wayne; Springfield, Piqua Roll;

 Here's the DHSS Recap / Top Headlines on the 1st Round of the OHSAA 2022 football playoffs in the Miami Valley area.

TROTWOOD WINS SHOOTOUT IN GAME OF THE WEEK

The Trotwood Rams showed why they could be a force in the D-3 division as they knocked off Chaminade Julienne 40-34 at Glass Stadium. 

Star QB Tim Carpenter threw for 2 TD's in 14-19 passing with 201 yards, and he also ran for 113 more with a TD as the Rams amassed almost 500 total yards in the back-and-forth affair. Rams RB Donavuan Gales ran for 2 TDs and Michael Smith and Quinton Johnson each caught a TD. 

Chaminade rolled up the numbers on the ground (465 yards) behind the likes of Josiah Payne (28 rush, 196 yards, 2 TDs), Nydrell Wright (7 rush, 106 yds), Donaven Cummings (9 rush, 69 yds, TD) and QB Ryan Peltier (13 rush, 60 yds, 2 TD). But to no avail. Trotwood would never give up the lead in a big win for coach Graham and the organization, as they capitalized on the Eagles turning the ball over twice and failing on two 4th down conversions which were crucial. Trotwood had 0 turnovers on the night. 

 XENIA STUNNED IN OT 

The Xenia Bucs saw their dream season come to an end as they lost to Little Miami 27-24 in double OT. With Ramon Browder out and Probable MVL Player of the Year Trei'Shaun Sanders getting hurt during the game, it changed the outcome of what should have been a solid win for the Bucs. However, Little Miami was able to get the passing game going, and despite being stuffed in the running game, Grant Maupin rushed for 2 TD's and threw for another and Little Miami made a game sealing FG to shock the #4 ranked team in the final D-2 OHSAA poll. 
"I'm hurt for our fans but it was a great season for us. This will sting for a while but hopefully we can regroup and bounce back next season. I'm proud of the team and we fought to the end, despite the cirumstances." Xenia Coach Maurice Harden said after the heartbreaking loss. 

 SPRINGFIELD ROLLS 

The Springfield Wildcats came firing early and often as the duo of Bryce Schondelmyer and Anthony Brown once again proved to be a deadly combination and the Cats downed the Lewis Center Olentangy Orange team 35-7. Brown would catch 8 passes for 180 yards and 3 TD's to lead the Cats to the win. Star Linebacker Jaivan Norman (and front runner for GWOC Defensive Player of the Year) would amass 11 total tackles and a Interception to lead the defense. Schondelmyer threw for over 400 yards in another impressive performance for the budding star QB. The Cats will face Fairmont next weekend in the 2nd round.

FAIRMONT POWERS PAST WAYNE IN HUGE COMEBACK 

The Fairmont Firebirds used its running game and a 4th quarter spurt to down the Wayne Warriors 24-20 in the 1st round of the OHSAA Playoffs. Wayne had taken a 20-10 lead early in the 4th after a FG by Luke Daulton. After that Fairmont would pound out two clutch drives, led by possible Player of the Year RB Drew Baker, who would run for 170 yards on 30 carries.  Fairmont would cap off the final touchdown drive with a Baker TD, solidifying the win with the ground and pound offense. Zachariah Williams would rush for 132 yards and a TD in the loss for Wayne. Fairmont will face Springfield in the 2nd round in Springfield.

SPRINGBORO ROLLS BEHIND YATES, OFFENSE

The Springboro Panthers took advantage of their home game and exploded on Oak Hill as Willezhaun Yates and Evan Russo provided the juice to send the Boro to a big win 42-10. After Oak Hill would score on a TD run, Springboro would roll off 35 straight points to take a 35-7 lead at half, and for all purposes, end the game. Yates would score 3 TD's and Russo would throw for 3 TD's in a very efficent game (16-19) sending the Panthers into the next round. 

CENTERVILLE POWERS PAST NORTHMONT 

The Centerville Elks used a fast start and a powerful 3rd quarter run to defeat the Northmont Bolts 34-21 at Centerville HS. Braylon Newcomb would rush for 4 TDs and throw another to Nic Bruder, as the Elks would jump out 13-0 only to watch that lead evaporate behind Cahke Cortner and the Bolts, who took a 14-13 lead in the 3rd quarter. However, the Elks would score 3 straight TDs to end the Bolts hopes and move to the 2nd round. Bruder would also grab a interception as the Elks forced 2 turnovers and a failed 4th down conversion as well. 

ALTER MOVES ON WITH TOUGH WIN

The Alter Knights will move onto the 2nd round of the OHSAA playoffs with a clutch and suprising road win over Reading 21-14. In a tough game, the Knights was able to pull out the gutty win behind clutch defensive play and a big TD drive, and now will play in the 2nd round. 

MCNICHOLAS ENDS NORTHRIDGE SEASON

Cincinnati McNicholas came into the game with a plan and executed it to perfection with a big win over Northridge 42-12. Braden Bobo threw for 4 TD's in the big win and they jumped out to a 42-0 lead by halftime. DB Nate Coyler dominated for McNicholas, with 3 interceptions on the night, completely disrupting the Northridge passing attack. 

Despite the loss, Northridge had a good season (7-4) under coach Smith. 

PIQUA ROUTS STEBBINS IN WEEK 10 REMATCH 

The Piqua Indians was able to hold off Stebbins in the final game of the regular season, only to have to play them right back in the 1st round of the OHSAA Playoffs, and this time, it was more of the same, except no doubt left after a 51-6 blowout win. 

The Indians used their offensive attack (Brady Ouhl 12-17, 2 TD's) the rushing attack (Ky Warner, 124 yards, 2 TD's; Sam Schmiesing 2 TD rushes) and the special teams (Dre'Sean Roberts, 54 yard punt return) to shut down any thoughts of a Stebbins upset.

D-1 commit Adrian Norton ran a 99-yard TD back on a kickoff in his final game, and Norton should be a candidate for player of the year in the MVL. 

TIPPECANOE CLOBBERS HILLSBORO

The Tippecanoe Red Devils continued their blistering hot play with a shutout win over Hillsboro as Player of the Year Candidated Liam Poronsky threw for 3 TD's and Star RB Xavier Jones ran for 3 more as the Red Devils shut out Hillsboro 42-0. Jones would start the scoring with a 76-yard touchdown run, followed by 3 straight TD passes from Poronsky - to Stanley Cline, and the #4 state ranked Red Devils move to the next round. The defense, led by Cael Liette, forced 2 fumbles, intercepted a pass, and stopped Hillsboro on two 4th down conversions. 

SIDNEY FALLS TO KINGS

The Sidney Yellow Jackets fell to Kings by the score of 56-14 as Kings QB Will Kocher threw for 4 TD passes in the big win. Kings took a big lead into the half, and Sidney was not able to recover. WR Michael Mussari (9 catches, 217 yds, 3 TDs) and Jake Cameron (9 catches, 140 yds) did the heavy damage while RB Jay Holubetz ran for 3 TD's as well. WR Sam Reynolds caught 8 passes for 111 yards and a TD in the loss for Sidney.

ANDERSON KNOCKS OFF TROY

Anderson came into the game with a nice arial assault, and it continued, as QB Griffin Scaif went 27-35 with 311 yards and 4 TDs in the big win over Troy 44-7. While Troy rushing attack was solid (Jahari Ward, 92 yds, Nick Kawecki 82 yds, TD) it was nowhere near enough to compete against Anderson, who moves to the 2nd round.

BADIN ROUTS WOODWARD

The #1 team in the D-3 OHSAA Rankings routed Woodward to move to the 2nd round 44-0. Led by the star QB, Badin exploded early and often and shut out Woodward en route to their 11th win. The GCL champs looks every bit as dominant as advertised. 

BELLBROOK DEFEATS CELINA BEHIND RUSHING ATTACK

The Bellbrook Eagles, ranked in the OHSAA state poll, used the rushing attack of Star RB Elijah Brooks to secure a 1st round win 42-21. Brooks would run for 192 yards on 29 carries and 5 TD's on the night to lead the Eagles to a big win. 

EATON KNOCKS OFF FENWICK

Eaton was able to outlast Fenwick and get a big road win to improve to 7-4 on the season. They were able to use a balanced attack and 14 points in the final quarter to get the upset win. QB Brock Ebright, RB Danny Cadwell (96 yds, TD) and the defense lead Eaton to a win. Ebright would throw a TD pass, run for a TD and catch a TD in the big win. 

BROOKVILLE POUNDS PURCELL 

Brookeville used its stout defense and a heavy dose of RB Tim Davis to grab a big 1st round win against Purcell Marian 41-7. Davis would run for 4 TDs and 135 yards in a huge effort to send the Devils to the next round. 

VALLEY VIEW CRUSHES CARLISLE 

The Valley View Spartans used a balanced rushing attack to defeat Carlisle 38-8 as they had a two-headed attack which was too much for the Indians to handle. RB Micah Valente was dominant, rushing for 123 yards on only 8 attempts and he scored 3 times to lead Valley View. Austin Stidham ran for 83 yards on 10 carries as well for the Spartans, who move to the second round. 

 

MONROE STOPS HUGHES

In a surprise, Monroe used its physical running game to dominate the game against Hughes, who were the favorite in the game. RBs E.J Jyan (17 carries, 95 yds, 2 TDs;) Landon Wynn (11 carries, 119 yds, 2 TDs) did the heavy lifting in the 53-15 win. 

Wayne Star Talks Murray State, Ja Morant, Wayne Basketball on Fox Dayton

 Lawrent Rice Talks After Big Commitment to Murray State on S.E.Live365 (Fox 45 Dayton)

 

By Deon Cash

Lawrent Rice, one of the best High school hoopers in Ohio, has committed to Murray State and delivered a powerful message to the basketball community in his interview with S.E.Live365.

  

"I'm very happy with my decision to play at Murray State." a relaxed and relieved Lawrent Rice said, after deciding to follow in the footsteps of another elite PG who was underrated before lighting up the college ciruit. 

Who would that be?

Ja Morant, Star guard for the Memphis Grizzlies. 

Did Morant have any influence on Rice decision, after a bevy of top schools jumped in the Law Pool for his services at the collegiate level? 

Take a look here as Rice gives his take on Murray State, why there, the Ja Morant Effect, His hopes for Wayne hoops this season and more.

WATCH HERE:  

Rice Interview is the second part of the show,a little after the 20 min mark. 

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Week 8 Fball Recap; Xenia Stays Undefeated; Springfield Stops Elks; Trotwood Stops Dunbar; Tipp Holds Off Piqua; Full Recap

 Here's the Week 8 Recap / Headlines of HS Football in the Miami Valley

Greater Western Ohio Conference

Springfield Shuts Down Centerville, Stays in 1st Place

The Springfield Wildcats took their explosive offense on the road and put on a show at #4 ranked Centerville in a big win 38-10. Junior RB Jayvin Norman ran all over the Elks defense for 2 TD's in the first quarter and set the tone. He finished with 114 yards on 8 rushes.

 Bryce Schondelmyer had another big game, throwing for 345 yards and a TD, with that going to star WR Anthony Brown (6 catches, 162 yds, TD).  The Elks were without their starting QB, and it showed. Springfield moves to 6-1 while Centerville falls to 6-2. 

Wayne Falls to Fairmont Late as Payne, Baker Shine

         DB-RB Karmron Payne Leads Fairmont

In a well played game, the Fairmont Firebirds knocked off the Wayne Warriors 26-21 as the Firebirds would score on a Drew Baker run late in the 4th quarter. 

Baker would lead the attack with 105 yards on 28 carries, while 2-way stud DB-RB-KR Karmron Payne would rush for 76 yards and a TD, force a fumble and lead the Firebirds in total tackles in the win. 

Tyrell Lewis would throw for 220 in the loss, with a TD pass to Teann Hunter (99 yards, 6 catches). 

Springboro Bounces Back, Wins Big Over Northmont

The Springboro Cats bounced back with a 41-17 win over the Northmont Bolts with a team effort. Evan Ruzzo had a huge game, passing for 157 yards and 2 TD's and rushing for another 128 and a TD, while Willizhuan Yates ran for 193 yards and 2 TD's for the Boro.

 Dalin Wilkins caught 9 passes for 180 yards and 2 TDs on the night in the losing effort. Springboro moves to 6-2 on the season, while Northmont falls to 3-5.

Miamisburg Wins Shootout Against Beavercreek 49-26 as McGohan Goes Wild

Cincinnati commit Jackson McGohan showed why he will be a force in college, as he carved up the Beavercreek defense for 4 TD's in a big win over Beavercreek. 

McGohan would catch 6 passes for 114 yards, and would get the scoring going in the 1st quarter with 2 TD's to get Miamsburg rolling. The Vikings had 2 guys pass for 3 TD's in a big win. Conner Smith caught 8 passes for 111 yards in the win.

Miami Valley League

Xenia Shuts Down Stebbins, Rolls to 8-0 Behind Wright "Career Night"  

The Xenia Buccaneers, one of the elite teams in the state, continued to roll up the numbers in a big win against Stebbins. Trammell Wright and the defense forced 6 turnovers and Trei'Shaun Sanders ran for 4 more TD's in the big win. 

Wright would set the record for most INT's and for most TD pass catches. Wright had 3 INTs in the big win, and star DL Jamell Smith would force a fumble, have 1.5 sacks and lead the team in tackles in the 42-7 win. 

Tippecanoe Stops Piqua in Game of the Week

Tipp would save its best effort for the final quarter, in which they erased a 7-point deficit to win 23-20 over the Piqua Indians and keep their hopes alive for a share of the MVL championship. Down 20-13, Liam Poronsky directed two scoring drives in the quarter, the last coming on a Xavier Jones TD run to take the lead for good and send the Red Devils to a win.

 

DB-WR-KR  Dre'Sean Roberts led Piqua with a INT and 8 recepions for 74 yards, while RB Ky Warner scored a rushing TD as well. LB Sam Schmiesing led Piqua with 16 total tackles. Tipp moves to 7-1 while Piqua falls to 6-2. 

Troy Rolls Late, Upends West Carrollton

Troy used a 2nd half flurry to roll past the West Carrollton Pirates 55-6 as Nick Kaweki 76-yard TD return set off the Trojans team who would force 5 turnovers, 2 for TD's in a big 2nd half win. 

RB Jahari Ward would run for 319 yards and 4 TD's in a huge game for the RB. With the win Troy moves to 5-3 on the season. 

Dayton Public Schools 

Meadowdale Stops Belmont Behind Defense, Fleming, Peebles

The Meadowdale Lions were able to stop the running and passing game of the Bison until it was too late and rode RB-DB Davion Fleming to a second win in City League play with a 20-7 win at Welcome Stadium.

 WR-DB Robert Peebles would score on a TD pass, Fleming scored twice and the defense was lights out as the Lions improve to 2-1 in the city league, while Belmont falls to 1-2. Tay Arnold would score the lone TD for the Bison in the loss.

Trotwood Stops Dunbar in a Shootout 

        QB Tim Carpenter Leads Rams to Victory 

Dunbar jumped out to a 12-0 lead and it looked as if the Wolverines were ready to upset the Rams.

 Then Trotwood scored 32 straight points to seize control of the game and roll to a 52-32 win over the Wolverines as QB Tim Carpenter threw for 2 TD's and ran for another in the big win. 

Malachi Johnson 50-yard fumble recovery changed the game and gave the Rams the boost they needed to win. 

With the win Trotwood now sits at 4-4 with 2 weeks left in the season. 

GREATER CATHOLIC LEAGUE

Chaminade Falls to Badin in Close Game

The Chaminade Julienne Eagles gave Badin a tough fight, but it wasn't enough as the top team in the area and the GCL was able to stop the Eagles as Carter Russo ran for 2 TD's to run their record to 8-0 and stay atop the OHSAA State poll.

 Josiah Payne ran for 135 yards on 20 carries to lead the Eagles, who now fall to 4-4 on the season.

Alter Falls to Fenwick

The Alter Knights Fell to the Fenwick football team 10-0 as the Fenwick team used its stout rushing game and top-notch defense to shut down the Knights.

 Fenwick would run for almost 300 yards in the defensive battle of a game. Alter falls to 4-4 on the season. 

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Week 6 Recap: Springfield, Centerville Stunned; Meadowdale, Dunbar Win To Setup Matchup; Xenia Continues To Roll

 Here's the Week 6 Recap in the Miami Valley

By Deon Cash 

Springfield Falls as Fairmont Pulls Off Improbable Comeback

The Springfield Wildcats had taken a 21-17 lead in the late stages of the 3rd quarter when Fairmont went on a final drive led by the running game to seize a huge win on the road.  

Brock Baker would score a 15-yard TD with almost 2 min left to seal the deal. Drew Baker woild lead the Fairmont attack with 115 yards rushing on 32 attemps. Firebirds DB-KR Karmron Payne would also run a kick back, in which Anthony Brown would do exact same thing a possesion later (89 yards). 

The loss sends Springfield to 4-1 while Fairmont moves to 4-2. 

Springboro Continues Great Season With Late Score Over State Ranked Elks

Springboro used its star QB to lead them to a thrilling last second victory at Centerville, to knock off State ranked Centerville on the Elks home turf. Centerville would hold a 17-7 lead before Willizhaun Yates 4-yard TD to cut it to 17-14. 

The game winning drive was led by QB Evan Ruzzo, who would score on a goal line run with 14 seconds left in the game. Drake Wells went 20-27 for 238 and 2 TDs in the loss.

Both teams now ait at 5-1 on the season.

Wayne Rolls Past Beavercreek as Mukes III Goes Wild 

The Warrios used a balanced attack to dominate Beavercreek 44-7. Tyrell Lewis threw for 280 yards and 2 TDs, with most of that damage belonging to R.J.Mukes III, who went for 190 yards on 5 catches and 2 TDs. The running duo of Isaiah Thompson (7 att, 47 yards, 2 TDs) and Zachariah Williams (5 att, 64 yards, 2 TDs) did the damage on the ground.

Rising DL Javon Hammonds had 6 solo tackles, 3 sacks, and 5.5 TFL, which led the Wayne defense. 

Miamisburg Defeats Northmont in Shootout As McGohan Shines

The Miamisburg Vikings got off a losing streak simply by doing one thing: Getting the ball to star WR -TE Jackson Mcgohan. Mcgohan would connect with QB Preston Barr (17-22, 301 yds, 2 TD) for 7 catches and 190 yards, including a score to seal the deal as the Vikings snap a 2-game losing streak. 

Barr would also run for 3 TDs and 67 yards in the win. Bolts QB Cahke' Cortner threw for 330 yards and 3 TDs, with 2 of those TDs to Dalin Watkins (7 receptions, 179 yards 2 TDs) in the loss. 

Xenia Defeats Tipp With Electrifying Final Drive 

The Red Devils would hold a late lead until the Bucs used its final drive to pull ahead and win over a tough Tippecanoe team at home. Sophomore QB Gavin Mcmanus (14-17, 122 yards,  TD) hooked up with star WR Trammell Wright scored to give State Ranked Xenia the late lead, which they would hold on to for the win. 

Trei'Shaun Sanders did the heavy lifting for Xenia (31 carries, 190 yards, TD) while star LB Jamell Smith led the defense (10 tackles, 3.5 TFL, FF) 

Saunders now has over 1,000 yards in 6 games. Xenia, #4 in the previous OHSAA state ranked poll, moves to 6-0 while Tipp falls to 5-1. 

Piqua Shuts Out Fairborn Behind Roberts, Warner 

The Piqua Indians trounced Fairborn behind the passing game of Brady Ouhl and Star WR Dre'Sean Roberts and the running game of Ky Warner. Ouhl connected with Roberts for 3 TD passes and Warner ran for 204 yards and a TD in the lopsided win. Warner also had a interception, as did Elijah Frazier, who ran one back from the end zone (100 yards) for a pick-6 TD.  Piqua now sits at 4-2. 

Troy Continues Winning Streak 

The Trojans used a stout running game and solid defense to power past Sidney 25-7 and move to 4-2 on the season, winning their 3rd straight. Troy ran for 222 yards as Nick Kaweki (28 att, 107 yds), Colin Stoltz (9 att, 55 yds) and Willie Ritchey (6 att, 53 yds, TD) led the attack. DB Marcus Cavanaugh pick 6 was huge as well. 

Butler Stuns Stebbins With Late FG

Butler used a solid defensive effort and defeated Stebbins on a last second FG to stop Adrian Norton and the Indians 10-7. Norton would run for 119 yards and pass for 70 more but it was not enough. Stebbins falls to 3-3 while Butler improves to 2-4. 

Meadowdale Knocks Off Thurgood Behind Defense, Fleming  

The Meadowdale Lions used its stout defense and offensive rushing to lead to a 21-6 victory over Thurgood in City League play. Thurgood RB Amare Lattimore was able to burst and run for a 65-yard TD and 116 overall but the Lions was able to shut down the Cougars in the second half en route to the win.

Davion Fleming ran for 2 TDs while Trevon Hodge sealed the deal in the 3rd quarter with a 25-yard TD run. Fleming would finish with 94 yards rushing in the win. Fleming would also lead the Lions in tackles (7 Total). 

Dunbar Powers Past Ponitz in OT 

Dunbar was able to power past Ponitz in a intense game, as they scored on a TD in OT to seal the deal and stay undefeated in city League play.  They will face Meadowdale in a huge game which will have DPS Championship vive to it tonight.

Trotood Shuts Down Belmont

Trotwood used its defense and leadership of Tim Carpenter to get back in the win column against Belmont. With the win Trotwood moves to 2-4 on the season. 

Chaminade Julienne Falls to Middletown Fenwick

Chaminade took a loss to one of the better teams in the GCL this season as Fenwick used its defense to stop the Eagles vaunted running game and win 24-7.  With the loss the Eagles fall to 3-3 on the season.

Alter Powers Past McNicholas, Moves to 4-2 

The Alter Knights now are riding a 3-game winning streak after knocking off McNicholas 28-7. With the win Alter wins its first game in the GCL season and now sit at 4-2 overall and 1-0 heading into GCL season. 

Valley View Knocks Off Brookville in SWBL Battle 

DB Austin Stidham was able to lead Valley View as the defense was lights out for the Spartans in the 28-14 win. Stidham grabbed a pick 6 and returned a punt for a TD as the Spartans moved to 5-1 on the season. Brookville took their first L on the season.

Ram Nation Hires Pullen, Barnes As Boys and Girls Basketball Coaches; Alstork Lands Job With College Program

 Rams Hire Pullen, Barnes As Trotwood Basketball Coaches; Alstork Lands Job At Clark State 

By Deon Cash 

After Rocky Rockhold stepped down as the boys head coach of Trotwood HS, it provided a topic that the Rams wasn't ready for. They had already lost their girls coach in Hank Benton, so they would have to look for a new set of leaders for their basketball program with no offseason time to boot.

After a series of interviews, social media questions, and everything in between, the Rams brass selected Peter Pullen to take over the boys' basketball program and Larry Barnes to run the ladies program.

Pullen is one of the all-time greats in the coaching realm, as he led the Wolverines to multiple OHSAA Titles and coached some of the best talent ever assembled in Dayton's rich basketball history.

Pullen will bring on Andre Yates, a former Trotwood and Dunbar legend, and Dunbar big man Gary Akbar to be his varsity assistants on the staff. 

With Carl Blanton back on the coaching staff, look for a resurgence in the Trotwood program, as they move from the "Rocky Era" which brought a OHSAA State Title and a couple of State Appearances as well for the Rams.

 The "Rocky Era" could be debated as the best run ever in Trotwood hoop history.

Pullen has a gang of experience and will use that knowledge and his youhful staff to plug into a talented District who are ready to be back in the upper echelon of hoops in Ohio.

Larry Barnes has been a assistant coach for over a decade, and spent his most recent years under the Benton Era as his first assistant. Barnes, who was a former player himself (Belmont HS) will get his chance to run a program, as he has been a assistant in waiting for a long time.  

"We are very pleased with the coaches we have selected." Jonas Smith, the Athletic Director of Trotwood stated. 

Pullen, according to S.E.Live365, was a 2-1 bet to win the Trotwood job while Barnes was a 4-1 pick in our most recent update of the story months ago, so most are not suprised in the selections. 

While the early stages could be interesting, the vibe is that this should start a new era for Ram Nation. 

Congrats to the head coaches and the staff. 
Is Ram Nation back and ready for takeoff?  We will see in about two months.

Former Rams Assistant Lands Job With College 

Quinton Alstork, a first assistant on the Rams sideline under the Rocky Rockhold regime, has accepted to be an assistant coach on the Clark State Basketball staff, per the reports.

Alstork, who has been a assistant coach in the high school ranks for the last 10 years, most recently was with the Rams last season after working with Steve Pittman and the Beavercreek staff two years ago. Now Alstork will get a chance to realize a dream by coaching in the college ranks.

"It's truly a blessing to get to this level as I have worked hard on my craft. I still have a lot of learning and developing to do, and this will definitely help me get to the next level." Alstork said.

Alstork has said he wants to coach a varsity high school program in the next couple of years, but also adds, "It would be a dream to be a head coach on the collegiate level as well. I feel blessed and appreciative of this opportunity." 

Alstork is young (31) and one of the rising young coaches in Southwest Ohio, so this is a story to watch and see how it will unfold. 

Week 3 Football Recap: Springfield, Piqua, Xenia, Stebbins, C-J, Northmont Cruise; Wayne Knocks Off Pickerington Central; Belmont Garners 1st W

Here are the Week 3 Highlights & Headlines in the Miami Valley

Springfield Shuts Down Trotwood 

The Springfield Wildcats defeated the Trotwood Rams as they played their first home game of the season. The running game was powerful as the Cats ran for 3 TD's while QB Bryce Schondelmeyer threw for 2 TD's, one to Daylen Bradley, who had a breakout game. Aaron Scott Jr, the All-Ohio CB, grabbed 2 INT's and ran one back for a TD as the defense was able to stymie rising QB Tim Carpenter and the Rams offense.

Stars: Aaron Scott Jr (2 INT's, 1 for TD) Daylen Bradley (5 Rec, 102, TD) Jackson Heims (9 Tackles)

Piqua Continues Dominance, Shutout Streak 

The Piqua Indians used a Bryson Roberts pick-6 to start the game and roll past Troy, shutting them out in the process. The defense scored 3 TDs (Roberts, Colton Beougher, Brennan Johns) en route to 59-0 blowout win. The win evens the epic rivalry at 66 all with 5 ties. 

Piqua, ranked in the Top 10 in the state, will face Xenia in a battle for first place in the Miami Valley League. Piqua is the only team in OHSAA football who has not allowed a point all season. 

Stars: Bryson Roberts (INT Return for TD) Colton Beougher (FF, FR TD) Brennan Johns (FF, FR, TD)

Xenia Puts Up Another 40 Piece, Blanks Fairborn

Xenia showed why they could be headed for a historic season of sorts, as they ran up another big offensive showing while the defense locked in as they trounce Fairborn in front of their home crowd.
The Bucs were led by Ramon Browder (148 TD and Tre'Shaun Saunders (183 4 TDs), who has been a force all season. Add the 2 TD's by WR Trammell Wright and the defensive intensity that was brought, and the Bucs enjoyed a 3-0 start this season under coach Maurice Harden. 

Browder also forced a fumble and recovered it, while Ronnie Butler (11 tackles) and Jaxsen Lewis (10 tackles, 1 sack, 1TFL) dominated on the defensive side. Xenia will face Piqua in a huge battle at the top of the MVL.

Stebbins Routs West Carrollton Behind Norton, Dewberry. 

The Stebbins Indians continued to roll behind their stout line and offensive stars as they ran past West Carrollton. Adriann Norton started the scoring with a tough running TD and Damir Dewberry continued the run with 3 TD's of his own to push Stebbins to 3-0 for the second season in a row. 

Stars: Damir Dewberry, Adrian Norton, 

Chaminade Rolls Past Opponent 

The Chaminade Julienne Eagles garnered their 2nd straight win of the season in a blowout win. The running game was dominant, and led them to the win. Donaven Cummings led a running attack that amassed over 450 yards of offense at Cummings (110, TD), QB Ryan Peltier (119, 2 TDs) and RB Aiden Lowery (158 yards, 2 TD's) ran over Northwest to a tune of 42-20. 

Stars: Cummings (110 rushing, TD, 9 tackles, 4 Passes Defended) Aiden Lowery, Peltier, Calvin Russell (17 tackles) 

Belmont Gets First Win Of Season

The Belmont Bison got their first win on the season as they defeated Riverview Academy. Leading the charge was Tay Arnold and QB Victor Fleming running the show and directing the Bison to a big win. In their best effort of the season, they became the 2nd City League team to get a win in the early season. They sit at 1-2 on the season. 

Stars: Tay Arnold, Victor Fleming 

 Northmont Keeps Rolling 

The Bolts Shut out Hillard Davidson 31-0 as Cahke Cortner threw 2 TD passes and the defense wreaked havoc all night. Noah McClure ran for 87 and a TD, Jaiven Brownlee caught a TD pass and Nathan Shommer forced a fumble and ran it back for a TD in the shutout win. With the win, the Bolts improve on their undefeated season (3-0). 

Stars: Nathan Shommer (FF, FR, TD) 

Carroll Bounces Thurgood

Carroll won their 2nd game of the season with a easy win over Thurgood, as RB Tayshawn Brown ran for 107 yards and 3 TDs to fuel the Patriots to a 39-6 win. Amare Lattimore led Thurgood with 62 yards and a TD in the losing effort.

Stars: Tayshawn Brown (107, 3 TDs), Amare Lattimore (63 yards, TD), Tra'Vaughn Benjamin (6 tackles, 2 TFL, 0.5 sacks)

Miamisburg Routs Harrison

The Vikings Move to 2-1 after a big win over Harrison as the passing attack went crazy. Brock Vaughn was 7-7 for 238 yards and 2 TD's in the win, while WR Jackson Mcgohan and Christian Davis went wild as McGohan went for 171 and 2 TD's, while Davis caught 2 passes for 137 and 2 TD's to go with his rushing TD. With the win Miamisburg moves to 2-1 on the season. 

Stars: Jackson McGohan, Davis, Brock Vaughn, 

Beavercreek Stops Ponitz

The Creek are now on a 2-game winning streak as they defeated Ponitz behind a vaunted running game. Spencer Johnon threw for 2 TD's (both to Adi Hernandez) and ran for 2 TD's while Quentin Youngblood ran for 138 and 2 TD's himself. Garrett Gallogy produced 2 sacks in a spirited effort by the Beavers, who are now 2-1 for the first time in decades under new head coach Marcus Colvin. Colvin has infused some real energy into the organization, and it seems to be paying off. 

Stars: Spencer Johnson, Quentin Youngblood, Garrett Gallogly, Adi Hernandez

Dunbar Falls to Lima Senior

The Dunbar Wolverines went to Lima and fell to the Spartans 25-12.  Lima Senior would take advantage of turnovers and early momentum to jump out to a 19-0 lead en route to the win. Dunbar would ride its star 2-way player (Dai'Vontay Young) to a mini-comeback, but the lead was too big to overcome. Young would end game with 15 tackles to go with 3 forced fumbles to keep the Wolverines in the game. 

Stars: DaiVontay Young 

Sidney Wins Wild Game Over Greenville

Sidney got its first win of the season, with a wild 49-48 win over Greenville in 2 OT's as the Yellow Jackets held off the Green Wave. Greenville would miss the extra point, which gave Sidney the win. The running attack provided 6 TD's by committee for Sidney. Ryan Crampton, was a beast for Greenville with 12 tackles, a INT, and some rushing yards to boot. Greenville falls to 0-3.

Week 1 Football Recap: Xenia, Piqua, Miamisburg, Northmont Roll; Centerville, Tipp, Stebbins Grind Out Wins, City League Struggles; Trotwood vs State Champ Recap; Springfield Cancelled

 Here are the Week 1 OHSAA Football Recap and Headlines in Southwest Ohio:

Thursday Night

Fairfield Finishes Wayne in 4th in Game of the Week Behind Jackson Twins

The Fairfield Indians was able to stop the Wayne Warriors by a score of 42-24 in the season opener of the OHSAA 2022-23 season. 

Early in the game Wayne and Fairfield were tied before Fairfield would take a lead led in which Wayne would respond to tie it at 7. However, Fairfield would end up with a halftime lead, as the offense, specifically the quarterback, was creating havoc against a tough Wayne defense. 

The Jackson Twins, both headed to West Virginia, was a major part of the game, as Josiah played great defense on the vaunted Wayne Train as he held the Warriors top Wide recievers to minimal yards, while Jordan scored 2 TD's, one during a game clinching drive in the 41-24 win over the #5 seeded Warriors. Fairfield was #7 ranked in the state as well. 

The game was close until a couple of miscues helped push Fairfield to a 3 possession lead early in the 3rd quarter (27-10). 

Players of the Game: Josiah Jackson, Jordan Jackson, Fairfield  

Carroll Knocks off Ponitz after Late Comeback Led By Chapman

The Carroll Patriots were down 19-10 after a Storm Cook TD run, and it seemed as if the Panthers would get a season opening win. But Ryan Chapman was able to lead the troops back with a 3-yard TD run and a huge TD pass to Luke Hermann in the final minutes and the Patriots shocked the Panthers, who literally did everything they needed to do to win. Ponitz was led by Dayjuan Anderson and Cook, who scored 2 TDs in the game. The Panthers 3 turnovers was critical in the loss. 

Players of the Game: Ryan Chapman, Carroll    Storm Cook, Ponitz

Fairmont Shuts Down Alter As Baker Runs Wild

Fairmont continued its winning ways against a team who had literally dominated them for over 20 years, as the Firebirds shut down the Knights vaunted running game and Drew Baker went wild for over 200 yards rushing, including a 74 yard scamper, as Fairmont rolled 31-7. DB Carmron Payne blocked a FG to get ther Firebirds started, then got a Interception later as well. Fairmont was up 24-0 at one point and held the Knights to under 30 yards for the game rushing the ball. Dalton Gustwiller forced 2 fumbles, had 3.5 tackles for loss, and was a menace the entire game. 

Players of the Game: Drew Baker, Dalton Gustwiller, Carmron Payne, Fairmont 

Other Thursday Games:

 Taft Posts Shutout; Withrow Powers to Season Opening Victory

Friday Games: 

Xenia Rolls over Beavercreek Behind Saunders, Wright

Xenia Head Coach Maurice Harden felt like his team is going to be very solid this season, and it showed in week one, as they handled Beavercreek in the season opening week, amassing over 500 yards in the 40-3 win. Tre'Shaun Saunders, one of the top players in the Miami Valley, went wild and led the team to a big w scoring on a 84-yard TD run on the first play from scrimmage, which set the tone for a rushing attack that put in ovcr 300 yards of offense. The loss for Beavercreek spoils Beavers new head coach Marcus Colvin debut. Harden was an assistant coach on Colvins staff at C-J. On a positive note, Beavercreek defensive stud C.J. Crawford set a MVL record for 21 tackles in a game.  

Top Players: Tre'Shaun Saunders,Trammell Wright, Offensive Line, Xenia; C.J.Crawford, Creek'

Piqua Hammers Belmont as Roberts Duo Sets Tone 

The Piqua Indians came out like they was last year, as they started the season hot with a Bryson Roberts TD off the first drive and never stop rolling. Dre'Sean Roberts TD run on the kickoff in the 2nd half setup a huge day for Roberts and the Indians squad as they rolled past Belmont 55-0. Sam Schmiesing led the squad in rushing yards and led the Piqua running attack which ran for 6 TDs in the big win. Victor Fleming and Tay Arnold led the Bison in the loss. 

Top Players: Dre'Sean & Bryce Roberts, Sam Schmieshing, Colton Beougher, Piqua; Vic Fleming, Belmont

Miamisburg Wins Big At West Carollton in Shootout As Rushing Game Leads Way

The Vikings continued to roll in the rivaly game as the running game ran for over 340 yards and the Burg rolled to a 62-26 win at West Carrollton, ruining the home debut of Chris Mobley, the new Pirates coach. While the running game was vicious, the passing game wasn't needed as much, as Jackon McGohan, the star WR, had a easy night as the running game and defense set the tone. The Pirates was led by senior QB Logan Cloyd, who threw for a league high 254 with 3 TD's and ran for 87 tough yards as well. Despite the lopsided score, the Pirates did show signs of life under their new head coach.

Top Players: Christian Davis, Preston Barr, Nathan Ennis, Baylor Stickel, Miamisburg; Logan Cloyd, WC

Northmont Sets Tone, Shows Dominance in 1st Game Behind Cortner 

The Northmont Thunderbolts came out with a vengence in the first game, and with it came a big win as Junior QB Cahke Cortner scored 2 TD's and threw 2 more TDs, as the Bolts powered past Butler 49-13 as they scored the first 42 points of the game. Payton Lupton, a two way player, and Brian Jones Jr was the defensive stoppers, accounting for 7 of the 11 tackles in the backfield en route to pure disruption the entire game.

Top Players: Cahke Cortner, Payton Lupton, Brian Jones Jr, Northmont;  

Centerville Squeaks out Tough W Thanks to Coppock, Defense 

The Centerville Elks lost a lot of juice on the offensive side last year (Chase Harrison and Cam Smith leaving for D-1) but was able to use their stifling defense to hold off a tough Lakota East team and get a gutty 9-6 win on the road. Emable Wakilongo, star RB, led the Elks offense with a TD and 63 yards rushing in a defensive struggle.

 Jackson Courville 45-yard FG proved to be the difference in the score after a late TD by Lakota East late in the game. Ross Coppock was the player of the game, as he forced a fumble, Intercpeted a ball and kept Lakota East WR's frustrated all game. Joseph Jean-Lewis was dominant as well, with 16 tackles, a sack, and 3.5 tackles for loss. 

Top Players: Emable Wakilongo, Ross Coppock, Jackson Courville, Joseph Jean-Lewis; Cville;  Jake Reisner, Lakota East

Trotwood Falls to Winton Woods As Joseph, Defense, Set the Tone for State Champs

The Trotwood Rams fell to the OHSAA State Champs in Winton Woods in their season opener 39-16 in week 1 of the season. Vance Joseph was on point all night against a tough defense, as the QB went 13-19 with 3 TDs and 0 INTs, with 2 of his TD's going to Carlos Cox, Jr in the big win at home. James Minor ran for 95 yards at a TD as well as the rushing game was solid too as they ran for 189 and threw for 187 in a balanced attack. Jermaine Matthews Jr forced 2 fumbles - and recovered them as well - to cause chaos in the backfield and at the line. 

Trotwood wasn't able to get anything going until late in the game after it had been decided. Tim Carpenter, one of the elite QB's in Ohio, was pressured all night by the tough defense, but did throw for a TD and ran for another one.

Top Players:  Vance Joseph, Carlos Cox Jr, James Minor, Jermaine Matthews, Winton Woods; Tim Carpenter, Devon Sims, Corey Jackson, Trotwood

Troy Powers Past Dunbar Behind 3-Headed Rushing Monster  

Troy used an dominant rushing attack to take out the Dunbar Wolverines in Troy on season opening night as the Trojans took advantage of the miscues, a inexperienced Dunbar defensive line and ran to a 56-24 win in Troy on Friday night. Dunbar struck first as new QB Jay'Vian Graves directed a TD drive to give the Wolverines a early lead. But it was mostly downhill from there, as the Trojans would rack up over 300 yards of rushing behind the trio of Jahari Ward (103 yds, 2 TDs), Nick Kaweki 102 yds, 3TDs, and Colin Stotz (92 yds, 2 TDs). 

The Graves to Ke'Shaun Golden connection was unstoppable, as Golden caught 5 passes for 167 yards and 3 TD's. But in a key point of the game, (down 21-6), the Wolverines would throw a critical pick-6 (by Logan Ullery) to take the lead from 21-6 to 28-6 and the lead was too big to overcome.

Top Players: Jahari Ward, Nick Kaweki, Colin Stotz, Offensive Line, Logan Ullery, Troy; Jay'Vian Graves, Ke'Shaun Golden, Dunbar

Chaminade Falls on the Road in "White Era" Season Opener   

Earl White, arguably the best coach in Southwest Ohio, now is running the Chaminade Julienne football team. They would fall in their first game on the road, as they lost to Columbus Eastmoor 20-14. In a game that was tight throughout, C-J would take a 7-0 lead, as the defense led by Dorian Carter (16 tackles) and Donovan Cummings (16 tackles) and Calven Russell (12 tackles, forced Fumble) had done well and locked down. But in the 2nd half Eastmoor took advantage of some mistakes made by C-J, and got the offense going well enough to pull out a tough 20-14 win. 

While White was upset about the loss, the feeling is that if they can clean up some little things, they could be a very solid team, with playoff hopes.  

Top Players: Dorian Carter, Donovan Cummings, Calven Russell, Mishaun Stevens

Springboro Rides Ruzzo, Defense to Win Over Lebanon

Evan Ruzzo, the senior QB, led the Springboro football team over Lebanon on Friday night as he threw 3 TD passes in the 1st half (2 to Peyton Howard) and the Panthers were able to hold off Lebanon on their home field 21-19.  Lebanon's offense came alive in the 2nd half and scored twice. After the 2nd TD, they went for 2 and the pass was incomplete, giving the Panthers the road victory.

Top Players: Evan Ruzzo, Peyton Howard, Connor Smith, Springboro; Sam Sako, Kyle Koch, Luke Berberich, Lebanon

Sidney Falls Big to Bellefontaine, Despite Spradling Efforts

Bellefontaine welcomed a tough Sidney team into their home and politely disgarded them after a solid all-around performance, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Bellefontaine racked up over 450 yards of total offense in route to the 43-13 win. Julius Spradling was the leading offensive weapon for Sidney in the loss and scored on a 98-yard kickoff return to go with his 5 catches. 

Poronsky, Defense, Propel Tipp to Tough win at Bellbrook

Liam Poronsky, one of the best QBs in the Miami Valley, showed why he will be a force in the MVL this season as he threw for a TD late in the game to lift Tippecanoe to a huge road win over a tough Bellbrook team in week 1. 

Poronsky, who threw for 115 yards and ran for 72 more, took the troops down in last few minutes and finished off the drive with a pass to Evan Liette that sealed the deal. The defense was tough as well, as they held serve against a tough team who seemed to have everything going for them in this game. Cael Liette and Josh Dietz were rock solid and nearly unstoppable all night as Liette had 20 total tackles, a sack, and 3 tackles for loss while Dietz registered 14 total tackles as well.

Top Players: Liam Poronsky, Evan Liette, Cael Liette, Josh Dietz, Tipp; Luke Benetis, Makai Smith, Bellbrook

SATURDAY GAMES

Western Hills Grind Out Victory Against Meadowdale as Offense Struggles 

Western Hills was able to stop Meadowdale and ruin the season opener for DPS legend Derrick Shepard as he made his head coaching debut last weekend. 

Meadowdale simply could not find any rhythm in their offense as Western Hills was able to methodically grind out a 30-3 win in front of a nice crowd at Welcome Stadium. While Western Hills took advantage of a couple of mistakes, they also was smart about it and didn't lose the game, as they limited their own turnovers and kept the Lions offense at bay. 

The Lions would score at half to make it 14-3, which made it a ball game. But early in the 3rd quarter, Western Hills would grab a pick-6 deep in Lions territory to take a 14-3 lead to 22-3, and for all intentions and purposes, end the game. 

The defense, despite giving up 1 big passing play, kept the Western Hills team to under 250 total yards on the game, despite being on the field for a large portion of the game. 

Shepard was thrilled with his team's defensive performance. Offensively? Not so much. 

The frustration was evident on all levels but expect the Lions to bounce back and have a better showing in the next game. 

Stebbins Knocks Off Aiken Despite Protests as Norton, Dewberry Provide the Juice

The Stebbins Indians, coming off a very good year, started out fast this season as Adrian Norton, one of the elite WR's in the country, led the Indians to a win, despite a protest by Aiken. 

The game was delayed twice and was finally stopped in the 3rd quarter, with Stebbins holding a 15-0 lead behind the offense of Norton and Damir Dewberry, the dynamic RB - DB who left Belmont after Earl White moved to Meadowdale. Norton scored the 1st TD, while Dewberry ran the 2nd TD. 

Dewberry ran for 59 yards and a TD while Norton ran for 86 and a TD as well. That duo could become deadly come MVL season. Aiken is currently protesting the game due to excessive stoppage and not being able to finish the game. 

Nevertheless, Aiken had accounted for all of -3 yards total at the point of stoppage, and the QB was 2-12 on the night. 

You be the judge. 

Springfield Game Cancelled Due to Weather

The OSHAA D-1 state runner ups were headed to take on Ignatius Saturday, but the game was called due to poor weather conditions. Springfield, who boasts some of the best talent in the country in HS football, will now host its season opener this weekend.

 The Cats, despite losing All-State QB Tae'Sean Smoot Tywan January, Jokell Brown and Delian Bradley, they still have a bevy of weapons in the arsenal. With fast rising DB Aaron Scott Jr, hard hitting Jaivan Norman (LB), and the best duo of WR's in Ohio with Anthony Brown and Shawn Thigpen Jr, the Cats are focused on getting back to the OHSAA State Championship.