Yappi Articles

Teays Valley Girls Basketball vs Franklin Heights 2/12
Teays Valley Girls Basketball vs Franklin Heights 2/12 Teays Valley Dominates Franklin Heights 72-37 The Teays Valley Lady Vikings put on a show Wednesday night, dominating the Franklin Heights Falcons 72-37. Cooper McManaway and Tessa Horsley led the charge, combining for 26 points and 12 rebounds. The Lady Vikings got off to a hot start, going on a 17-point run to take a 39-17 lead at halftime. Teays Valley's offense was clicking, shooting 9-15 in the first half. The team's dominance continued in the second half, with the Lady Vikings outscoring Franklin Heights 49-32. The Lady Vikings' scoring was led by Cooper McManaway with 14 points, followed by Tessa Horsley, who recorded a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds...
Tournament Preview: Lady Vikings vs Falcons 2/12
Tournament Preview: Lady Vikings vs Falcons 2/12 The Teays Valley Lady Vikings (7-15) are gearing up to face off against the Franklin Heights Falcons (5-16) in their first OHSAA Tournament game. Both teams have struggled to find consistency this season, but Teays Valley will be looking to bounce back from their recent 60-30 loss to Pickerington Central. Lady Vikings Look to Regroup Teays Valley's previous game saw Cooper McManaway lead the team in scoring with eight points, including two three-pointers. However, the Lady Vikings were unable to contain Pickerington Central's offense, ultimately falling short. Against Franklin Heights, Teays Valley will need to tighten up their defense and find ways to score consistently. Falcons...
TVHS Girls Basketball vs Pickerington Central 2/10
TVHS Girls Basketball vs Pickerington Central 2/10 "Vikings Can't Keep Up with Unbeaten Tigers" Leading 11-9, Pickerington Central went on a 17-2 run to pull further away. The Tigers then extended their lead with a 15-point run, making it difficult for Teays Valley to catch up. The game began with Pickerington Central taking an early 6-0 lead, prompting the Vikings to call a timeout. Teays Valley responded with their first basket, courtesy of Tessa Horsley, followed by a three-pointer from Cami Robins in the first quarter. Horsley added a free throw to narrow the gap to 7-9. However, Pickerington Central quickly regained momentum as Gabby Plair sank back-to-back three-pointers, and London Johnson added another to make it 9-17...
Gameday preview: Teays Valley hosts Pick Central 2/10
Gameday preview: Teays Valley hosts Pick Central The Teays Valley Vikings will face a tough test in their regular season finale as they host the OCC-Buckeye champion Pickerington Central Tigers on Monday at 7:30pm. This matchup will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Pickerington Central winning the first game on January 14. Tigers Look to Remain Undefeated in OCC-Buckeye Play Pickerington Central enters the game with an impressive 18-3 overall record and a perfect 12-0 record in OCC-Buckeye play. The Tigers are coming off a 57-25 win over Groveport-Madison on February 7. The Tigers have dominated their opponents, averaging 60.5 points per game while allowing just 40.5 points per game. Throughout the...
Boys Basketball Recaps (2/7-2/8)
Friday Greeneview 55, Springfield Catholic Central 37 Springfield Catholic Central welc The Greeneview Rams to the Collier gym tonight for an OHC matchup. The last time they played in Jamestown it was close for three quarters so this promised to be a good game. The Rams held up their part of that promise while the Irish fell flat on their face. The game started well for Central as they got an early lead and the Rams fought to stay in the game. The second quarter is where the game turned. Central couldn’t buy a basket while it seemed like everything Greeneview threw up went in the hoop. As a result the score went from Central leading 11-10 after the first quarter to a halftime score with Rams ahead 26-15. In that first half Greenview...
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley Boys Travel to Newark 2/7
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley Boys Travel to Newark 2/7 The Teays Valley boys basketball team is set to face off against Newark in a conference matchup on Friday at 7:30 p.m. from Newark Senior High School. In their previous meeting on January 9, Newark came out on top with a 71-49 victory over Teays Valley. The Vikings were led by Brody Fields, who scored 24 points, including 12-17 from the free-throw line, and grabbed five rebounds. Newark's balanced attack was led by Quakenbush and Morris, who each scored 18 points. Teays Valley is looking to bounce back from a 59-46 loss to Canal Winchester on February 4. Newark, on the other hand, enters Friday's matchup on a high note, having defeated Pickerington Central 60-52 on February 4...
Pickaway County Basketball Statical Leaders Update: February 6, 2025 Stats from John Howley, The Sporting Pumpkin By Jacob Merideth, TV Athletics & Traffic Light Sports Beat Writer Pickaway County Girls Basketball Leaders We're back with the fourth installment of weekly statistical leader updates for girls basketball in Pickaway County. Here are the top performers in scoring, rebounding, assists, and steals, as well as team and opposition scoring averages. In scoring, Kiannah Ingram from Logan Elm leads the pack with 428 points in 21 games, averaging 20.4 points per game. Addison Edgington from Circleville is close behind, scoring 306 points in 19 games with a 16.1 average. Rounding out the top five are Taylor Evans from...
Teays Valley Girls Basketball vs Canal Winchester
Teays Valley Girls Basketball vs Canal Winchester 2/4 "Victory is sweet, but a hard-fought win is even sweeter." Teays Valley Girls squeaked past Canal Winchester 43-40 on Tuesday evening, improving their league record to 6-6. Cooper McManaway led the charge with 15 points, while Tessa Horsley dominated the boards with nine rebounds. The game was a nail-biter from start to finish. Teays Valley came out strong, leading 4-2 after Canal Winchester's first point was scored at 3:28 in the first quarter. Tessa Horsley's basket extended the Vikings' lead to 6-2, and they ended the quarter on a 15-4 run. In the second quarter, the Indians fought back with an 11-0 run. Avery Mann scored the Vikings' first basket of the quarter at 1:51...
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs Canal Winchester
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs Canal Winchester (Jr. Allie Rice-In-Paint, Jr. Cooper McManaway-Shooting, and Sr. Kylie Burgett (background) The Teays Valley Vikings (6-13, 5-6) are set to face off against the Canal Winchester Indians (7-12, 4-6) in an OCC Buckeye divisional matchup on February 4th at 7:30 pm at Teays Valley High School. This will be Senior Night, honoring the Teays Valley’s lone senior, Kylie Burgett. The Indians are coming off a one-point 40-39 non-league win over Hilliard Davidson on Monday 2/3. Meanwhile, the Vikings secured a 58-28 win over Groveport-Madison on Friday, led by Cami Robins' 12 points. Meanwhile, the Vikings secured a 58-28 win over Groveport-Madison on the same day, led by Cami Robins' 12...
Teays Valley Girls basketball vs Groveport 1/31
Teays Valley Girls basketball vs Groveport 1/31 Vikings Cruise Past Groveport, 58-28 "Robins Leads Charge as the Vikings Outrun the Cruisers" Teays Valley got back on track with a convincing 58-28 win over Groveport on Friday. Cami Robins led the team with 12 points while also contributing 2 assists and 1 rebound. Cooper McManaway added 11 points, 2 assists, and 1 rebound. Amelia Brumfield and Avery Mann each scored 10 points, with Brumfield also recording 1 assist, 1 steal, and 1 block, and Mann grabbing 5 rebounds and 1 steal. Kylie Burgett chipped in 5 points, shooting 2/3 from the field and 1/2 from three-point range. Tessa Horsley dominated the boards with 10 rebounds, while also scoring 5 points, dishing out 4 assists, and...
Boys Basketball Recaps (1/31-2/1)
Copley 71, Tallmadage 65 Copley edged out Tallmadge in a closely contested basketball game, securing a 71-65 victory. Copley held a slim 17-16 advantage after the first quarter and extended it slightly to 31-29 at halftime. Tallmadge mounted a comeback attempt, but Copley maintained a comfortable lead entering the final quarter, 50-40. While Tallmadge's Kaden Davis (26 points) and Paul Rusinko (20 points) led the scoring charge for their team, Copley's balanced attack proved too much to overcome. Scooby Stanford (17 points), Lincoln Brockmeyer (16 points), Andrew McKnight (16 points), Gabriel Mansel (11 points), and Jalen Owens (7 points) all contributed to Copley's win. (by @Yappi) Avon Lake 72, Amherst 63 Avon Lake edged out Amherst...
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs Groveport 1/31
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs Groveport "The Lady Vikings Look to Bounce Back Against Groveport" The Teays Valley Vikings (5-13, 4-7) will host the Groveport-Madison Cruisers (2-12, 1-8) at 6:30 pm from Teays Valley High School, looking to bounce back from a tough 49-42 loss to Lancaster on Thursday. Groveport may have a struggling record, but Coach Trevor Younkin knows they are a good team that can't be underestimated. "Their record may not be what they are, teams are saying about us. Yeah, we're battling for the bottom half of OCC, but it'll be a good game. They'll come here ready to play; they are athletic." In their previous matchup on December 17th, Teays Valley dominated Groveport 57-23. The Vikings will look to contain...
Teays Valley High School Girls Basketball vs Lancaster
Teays Valley High School Girls Basketball vs Lancaster Ashville-"Vikings' Comeback Bid Falls Short in 49-42 Loss to Lancaster" Tessa Horsley's 16-point effort wasn't enough to lift Teays Valley to victory on Thursday, as Lancaster took the win, 49-42. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with multiple lead changes that kept the intensity high throughout. Lancaster's 11-point run, sparked by trailing 17-12, proved to be a crucial moment in the game. However, Teays Valley Girls refused to back down, outscoring Lancaster 15-11 in the third quarter. The Vikings shot an impressive 6-8 in the quarter to stay competitive in the game. The tone for the game was set in the first quarter, with Avery Mann scoring the first point of the night...
Teays Valley Wrestling Team Dominates Early Season Competition The Teays Valley wrestling team has been on a tear, boasting a perfect 5-0 record in the early season. Led by a strong lineup and determined coaching staff, the Vikings have asserted themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the league in their first year as members. Teays Valley has racked up an impressive string of victories, starting in December, with a 52-24 win over Lancaster and a 64-5 handling of Newark on December 12. They followed that up with a 64-18 triumph over Reynoldsburg on December 19. On January 9, the Vikings secured a 65-9 victory over Groveport, and on January 16, they edged out Canal Winchester 50-21, bringing their total league wins to five...
Boys Basketball Recaps (1/28)
Mogadore latup against Field Tuesday 1/28 Emmanuel Christian 73, Springfield Catholic Central 71 The first half saw EC sprint out to a big lead at half thanks to a huge advantage at the foul line. EC has the size in its guards to cause problems for Central and that was an issue all night at both ends of the court. EC was 8 of 10 from the line while the Irish shot one free throw on their way to a deficit score at half of 38-24. But the best was yet to come. The young men earned the Fighting Irish name as they clawed back into the game in the second half. The Irish came back the same way Emmanuel got their lead by playing good defense and never quitting on any possession. Eventually it came down to a tight finish with 6.1 seconds...
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs Lancaster
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs Lancaster (So. Amelia Brumfield) The Teays Valley girls' basketball team will host Lancaster on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in an OCC Buckeye conference matchup. The Vikings are looking to avenge their 51-48 loss to the Golden Gales on December 3rd. In their previous meeting, Lancaster's Kylan Pugh led the way with 14 points, while Molly Stedman added 11 points and Lily Stoughton contributed 10 points. Teays Valley's Tessa Horsley paced the Vikings with 16 points, followed by Cooper McManaway and Cami Robbins with 10 points apiece. Lancaster enters the matchup with a 9-8 overall record and a 3-5 mark in the OCC Buckeye conference. The Golden Gales are coming off a 64-39 non-conference victory over Dublin...
Teays Valley Girls basketball at Grove City 1/27
Teays Valley Girls basketball at Grove City Grove City-The Vikings Can't Overcome the Greyhounds Offense The Teays Valley Girls Basketball team put up a good fight but ultimately fell short, losing 54-33 to Grove City on Monday. Tessa Horsley scored 13 points and grabbed eight rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome Grove City's potent offense. Grove City took control early, leading 17-9 after the first quarter. The Lady Vikings struggled to contain Grove City's offense, allowing 54 points on 19 field goals, including three three-pointers. Mia Bumgarner led Grove City in scoring with 12 points. Grove City controlled the game, shooting 19-37 from the field and 10-15 from the free throw line. In contrast, Teays Valley made it to...
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs. Grove City
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley vs. Grove City The Teays Valley Vikings (5-11, 4-5) are gearing up to take on the Grove City Greyhounds (14-2, 6-0) on Monday at 7:30 pm at Grove City High School. A Look at the Numbers Grove City holds an impressive overall record, with a 14-2 mark. Breaking down their record, the Greyhounds have a perfect 6-0 record in OCC-Ohio divisional play, an 8-2 mark in non-league games, and a 6-0 record at home. They have also performed well on the road, with a 7-2 record. The Greyhounds, currently ranked #28 in the state of Ohio according to MaxPreps. Teays Valley, meanwhile, has a 5-11 overall record, with a 4-5 mark in league play. The Vikings have a 1-6 record in non-league games, a 1-4 record at home...
Friday Twinsburg 56, Brecksville-Broadview Hts 52 The host Tigers built a 38-26 lead after three quarters and withstood swarming pressure from the Bees. They committed five fouls and six turnovers in that period, giving them eight total in those departments. In fact, it was indicative of the JV contest, which Brecksville won 55-43 despite not attempting a free throw after the first quarter. Brady Ganley and Steven Skaljac combined for 47 of the Bees' points as the team made 11 three-pointers. Robert Herndon's free throws with six seconds left sealed the victory. He led the Tigers with 15 points and eight rebounds. (by @WSAImpact) Springfield Catholic Central 70, Southeastern 54 The Fighting Irish of Springfield Catholic Central went...
TVHS Girls Basketball at Reynoldsburg
TVHS Girls Basketball at Reynoldsburg 1/24 Teays Valley lost a nail-biting 46-39 contest to Reynoldsburg on Friday, despite a strong showing from Tessa Horsley. In a thrilling game marked by nine lead changes, the Lady Vikings ultimately fell short to the Raiders. Tessa Horsley led the charge for the blue and gold, scoring 12 points and grabbing eight rebounds. Avery Mann and Cami Robins each scored eight points for Teays Valley Girls. Cooper McManaway added five points, while Areyana Karshner and Amelia Brumfield contributed three and two points, respectively. A crucial 8-point run by Reynoldsburg in the second quarter proved to be a turning point, as they pulled away from Teays Valley's 13-12 lead. The Vikings fought back, taking...
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley girls basketball at Reynoldsburg OCC Buckeye Matchup: Teays Valley Girls Basketball Travels to Reynoldsburg A Mid-Pack Battle in the OCC Buckeye League The Teays Valley Vikings (5-10, 4-4 OCC Buckeye) are set to face off against the Reynoldsburg Raiders (7-8, 5-3 OCC Buckeye) in an OCC Buckeye league matchup on Friday at 7:30 pm. With both teams jostling for position in the middle of the pack, this game promises to be a crucial battle for league standings. Recent History The Raiders won the previous matchup between the two teams on December 13, 55-42. Sa'Mahn Johnson led Reynoldsburg with 15 points, while Tessa Horsley paced the Vikings with 16 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 steal. Team Scoring...
TVHS girls basketball at Bloom-Carroll 1/23
TVHS girls basketball at Bloom-Carroll 1/23 By Jacob Merideth, TV Athletics Beat Writer Carroll-Thrilling Matchup Ends in Heartbreak for Teays Valley A Back-and-Forth Affair In a game featuring 13 lead changes, Teays Valley Girls fell short to Bloom Carroll, 46-44, on Thursday. The Vikings started strong, going on an 11-point run to take the lead after trailing 3-0. They outscored Bloom Carroll 15-12 in the first quarter, thanks to four assists. Standout Performances Tessa Horsley led Teays Valley Girls in scoring with 11 points, while Whitney Passen scored 14 points to lead Bloom Carroll. The Vikings dominated in the paint, going 12-22 on two-pointers. Cooper McManaway and Addie Keplar each hit multiple three-pointers for...
Monday 1/20 Indian Hill 57, Woodward 47 Indian Hill scored the final 12 points to pull out a tight, 57-47, win against Woodward on Monday at Indian Hill in a game that featured 18 lead changes and four ties. Neither team led by more than three points in the first half, with junior forward Bryce Lively's 3-pointer giving Woodward a 22-20 lead at the break. A basket by junior forward Muhamedou Ceesay to open the second half gave Woodward a 24-20 lead, but junior forward William Bennett scored all 11 points for the Braves during an 11-2 run that put Indian Hill ahead, 31-26. The Braves lead was 37-31 when the Bulldogs went on a 9-2 run to retake the lead, 40-39, starting a sequence in which the lead changed hands on seven straight...
Game Day Preview: Teays Valley girls basketball vs Bloom-Carroll
Game Day Preview: Teays Valley at Bloom-Carroll By Jacob Merideth; TV Athletics Beat Writer The Bloom-Carroll Bulldogs are set to host the Teays Valley Vikings in a non-league matchup on Thursday. This marks the first meeting between the two teams outside of the Mid-State League. Led by Coach A.J. Ireland, Bloom-Carroll enters the contest with a 5-8 overall record and a 2-6 mark in the Mid-State League-Buckeye Division. After a strong 20-6 campaign last season, which saw them claim the Division II Central District championship, the Bulldogs are looking to bounce back. This season, they have secured five wins, starting with a 43-34 victory over Bexley on December 10. They followed this up with back-to-back league wins over Liberty...
Friday (1/17) Loveland 73, West Clermont 43 On Friday night, the Loveland Tigers (7-4) went on the road and trounced a beaten-up West Clermont squad (8-4) by a score of 73-43 to earn their fourth win in their last five games. The win avenged Loveland's earlier loss to the Wolves in early December, though over half of the Wolves' points in that game came from now-injured players. Loveland dominated on the glass in the win, 34-18, while forcing West Clermont into 18 turnovers. Loveland junior Chase Martin led all scorers with 19 points in the win and added five rebounds and six steals, while classmate Blake Carrigan had an ultra-efficient day with 18 points on 8-of-9 shooting and added nine boards. West Clermont's scoring leader was...
TVHS girls basketball vs Logan 1/17
TVHS girls basketball vs Logan 1/17 By Jacob Merideth, TV Athletics Beat Writer Teays Valley Girls Dominates Logan with 53-32 Victory Teays Valley Girls was in control the entire time on Friday versus Logan, never trailing in their 53-32 victory. Tessa Horsley scored 17 points to lead Teays Valley Girls. Key First-Half Run: Teays Valley Girls pulled away from Logan with a decisive 8-point run, extending their lead to 21-6. The Vikings' stingy defense held Logan to just 5 points in the second quarter, taking a commanding 28-11 lead into halftime. Although Logan showed signs of life in the third and fourth quarters, scoring 13 and 8 points respectively, Teays Valley's advantage proved insurmountable. The Vikings' 22-7 turnover...
Devils Dominate: Tallmadge Races Past Cuyahoga Falls, 75-52
Tallmadge's non-stop pressure helped lead the Blue Devils to a convincing 75-52 victory over the Cuyahoga Falls Black Tigers Friday night, showcasing a dominant performance from start to finish. While Cody Leon of Cuyahoga Falls notched the game's opening basket, giving the Black Tigers a brief lead, it would be their only advantage of the night. Tallmadge quickly established control, building a comfortable lead throughout the game. The first quarter saw the Blue Devils pull ahead, ending the period with a 21-10 advantage. Although Cuyahoga Falls showed flashes of offense, their efforts were consistently countered by Tallmadge's strong defensive pressure and efficient offensive execution. The second quarter continued the Tallmadge...
Springfield Catholic Central 49, West Liberty-Salem 44 West Liberty-Salem hitched up the sled dogs for the trip south to Springfield Catholic Central. The game had been scheduled for Tuesday and was a OHC league game. Central is leading the South Division and WL-S is in second in the North Division. The Tigers are missing star center Taran Logwood with injury. His absence hurt the Tigers as they had no one to match up with Central’s 6’7 Zac Thompson,it showed as Thompson got 18 points,10 boards and 2 blocks. The Irish got out of the gate fast with an early lead but the Tigers rallied back to ring the first quarter score to 19-14 for Central. The Irish led the rest of the way but it stayed close and was tied at 19 in the second quarter...
Taft 82, Woodward 60 Four Taft underclassmen scored in double figures as the Senators overcame a slow start to defeat Woodward, 82-60, Tuesday night at Woodward. Woodward jumped out to a 8-2 edge and still led late in the first quarter, 14-10, when six different Senators scored during a 12-0 run to take the lead for good, 22-14. Taft extended the lead by scoring the final five points of the first half and first 10 of the second half to move ahead, 46-22. Sophomore guard Monsanna Torbert led Taft with 22 points while sophomore guard Keion Griffin added 16 points and a team-high six rebounds. Freshman guard Herman Walker came off the bench with 12 points and six steals and sophomore guard Jaionte Jones had 10 points and five steals...
"Learning Experience: Teays Valley Girls Battle Hard Against Division-Leading Pick Central"
TVHS girls basketball vs Pickerington Central 1/14 By Jacob Merideth; TV Athletics Beat Writer Teays Valley Girls Show Grit in 67-35 Loss to Pickerington Central "Learning Experience: Teays Valley Girls Battle Hard Against OCC Buckeye Division Leading Pickerington Central" The Teays Valley Girls traveled to Pickerington Central High School on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, to face off against the top-ranked Tigers. Despite a gritty effort, the Vikings ultimately fell 67-35. Avery Mann led the charge for Teays Valley, scoring 10 points and making herself available for open shots. "Avery's been staying after practice, shooting, and making herself available," said Teays Valley Coach Trevor Younkin. "She's kind of like the quiet...
Dalton 73, Cloverleaf 60 Coy Wenger led the Bulldogs with 22 points, hitting three three-pointers, while Matthew Heatwole added 16 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. Brady Hignight also contributed significantly with 19 points. Dalton dominated the boards, outrebounding Cloverleaf 36-20. The Bulldogs also tallied 11 assists, four of which came from Heatwole. Cloverleaf was paced by Joe Cesareo and Marty Moran, who each scored 12 and 15 points respectively. Cesareo knocked down four three-pointers in the effort. Isaac Smith added 12 points and dished out four assists for the Colts. Zak Brownson led Cloverleaf in rebounding with 9 boards. The win improves Dalton's record to 7-4, while Cloverleaf falls to 7-6. Dalton also secured a victory in...
Wednesday (1/8) Kings 70, West Clermont 55 With the snowy weather pushing this game back a day, the Kings Knights (7-2) took the opportunity to put forward one of their hottest performances of the year, blazing past the West Clermont Wolves (7-4) by a score of 70-55 to remain atop the ECC standings. Kings' 27-point second quarter gave the Knights a 13-point lead into the locker room; the quarter was Kings' second highest-scoring so far this season. Bellarmine commit Tommy Clark scored 22 points for the Knights in the win, also collecting five assists and four steals to maintain his ECC lead in both categories. Classmate Nate Lyman posted his second straight double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Knights. Lyman also added...
Revere Pulls Away to Defeat Tallmadge, 69-60
Revere edged out Tallmadge in a thrilling back-and-forth basketball game, pulling away at the end for a 69-60 victory. The contest saw multiple lead changes throughout the game and a strong defensive finish by the Minutemen in the final quarter to win the Suburban League American battle. Kaden Davis of Tallmadge opened the scoring early in the first quarter, but Revere quickly responded. The first quarter ended with Tallmadge holding a slight advantage, 24-20, fueled by 6 points from Davis and 5 from Paul Rusinko. Christian Rached led Revere with 8 points in the opening period. The second quarter continued the back-and-forth action. The lead changed hands several times, with Paul Rusinko (10 points) and Kaden Davis (8 points)...
Mogadore Rallies from First Half Deficit to Rout Rootstown 63-28
Mogadore Wildcats' basketball team overcame a slow start and defensive lapses to defeat Rootstown, 63-28, in a decisive victory. The Wildcats trailed for all of the first half before unleashing a dominant third-quarter run that sealed the win. Rootstown jumped to a 3-0 lead on a Blake Mullaly three-pointer with 6:19 left in the first quarter. Mogadore immediately called timeout to address their defense. Rootstown's Carson Hayn then hit another three-pointer (5:49), extending the lead to 6-0. Another Mogadore timeout followed, after which they substituted all five starters. The new players held Rootstown to one field goal over the next four minutes while scoring four points themselves. The Rovers held an 8-4 advantage at the 2:35 mark of...
TVHS boys basketball vs Newark 1/10 "Newark Holds Off Teays Valley for 71-49 Win" Ashville-In a rare all-varsity boys and girls basketball doubleheader at Teays Valley High School, the Vikings boys basketball team put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell to Newark, 71-49, on Thursday. Teays Valley Boys trailed 26-23 at halftime, despite an 18-8 run fueled by Brody Fields' 14 second-quarter points. However, Newark pulled away in the second half, outscoring Teays Valley Boys 45-26 behind the scoring of Braylon Morris and Jake Quakenbush, who combined for 36 points. Fields led Teays Valley Boys with 24 points, including 12-17 from the free-throw line, and five rebounds. Tanner Smith added 7 points, Owen Hoffhines chipped in with...
Game Day Preview: TVHS Girls Basketball vs. Newark 1/9 Teays Valley Vikings Set to Host Newark Wildcats in OCC Buckeye Division Matchup The Teays Valley Vikings (4-7) are gearing up to take on the Newark Wildcats (8-2) for the first time as OCC Buckeye members. Newark boasts an impressive overall record, with a strong 4-1 league performance and a 2-1 non-league record. The Wildcats have a home record of 7-2, compared to Teays Valley's 0-3 home record. However, the Vikings will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage in tonight's matchup. In terms of common opponents, Newark holds a 5-1 record, while Teays Valley stands at 3-2. Newark's average scoring margin is +16.3 points per game, with an average score of 58.7-42.4. Teays...
Boys Basketball Recaps (Tuesday 1/7)
Highland 65, Tallmadge 64 Walker Kraus buries three-point buzzer-beater to give Highland the win over Tallmadge. The Hornets (8-1, 6-0) held off a late push from the Blue Devils (7-3, 4-2) to remain undefeated in league play. Kraus led Highland with 33 points, hitting five three-pointers, while Cam Koch added 8. Kaden Davis paced Tallmadge with a game-high 23 points and 12 rebounds, supported by Paul Rusinko's 21 points and 4 assists. The game was tightly contested at the end, with both teams trading baskets. Kaden Davis made a two point shot for Tallmadge with 3.3 seconds left in regulation. Highland made three passes to get the ball to Kraus, who drained the three point shot as the buzzer sounded. Highland's junior varsity team also...
Manchester Panthers Dominate Mogadore Wildcats, 74-40
The Manchester Panthers showcased a dominant performance against the Mogadore Wildcats on Tuesday night, securing a convincing 74-40 victory. The Panthers controlled the game from start to finish, utilizing a strong offensive attack and stifling defense to overwhelm their opponents. The first quarter saw a back-and-forth battle initially, with the score tied at 9-9. However, Manchester closed the period with a decisive 7-0 run, taking a 14-9 lead into the second. Josiah Morgan led the Panthers' early scoring with 7 points, while Karson Jaber paced Mogadore with 3. Manchester's dominance truly asserted itself in the second quarter. The Panthers extended their lead throughout the period, fueled by Hayden Higgins' impressive offensive...
Friday (1/3) Springfield Catholic Central 62, Greeneview 42 Springfield Catholic traveled to Jamestown to take on the Greeneview Rams in a game between the top two teams in their division of the OHC. The Irish relied on their size advantage to score inside while the Rams tried to be a little more balanced. Central got off to a fast start behind Zac Thompson scoring the first nine points but things evened out and the first quarter ended up with Central up 16-13. The first half was a little ragged as the officials ascertted control rather strongly and halftime came with Central still on top24-21. The third quarter got real interesting as both teams jumped back and forth between man and zone defense but the Rams seemed to have real...
2025 Jeff Sheets Holiday Classic This Saturday, January 4th, the 2025 Jeff Sheets Holiday Classic will tip off at Teays Valley High School, honoring the legacy of former TVHS Girls Basketball coach Jeff Sheets. Sheets, who coached the Lady Vikings from 1982 to 1984 and again from 2002 to 2004, amassed an impressive 313-103 record, securing 7 league titles and 2 shared titles. His 1996-1997 team remains the last district champion in program history. In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Sheets served as superintendent of Teays Valley Local School District for 8 years and later held the same position at Westfall until his retirement in July 2024. Varsity Schedule (Main Gym) 12:00 PM: Northland Vikings vs. South High School...
Tallmadge Blue Devils Edge Barberton Magics in Thrilling Friday Night Showdown
The Tallmadge Blue Devils emerged victorious in a nail-biting contest against the Barberton Magics on Friday night, securing a 54-45 win. Despite a decent crowd braving the snowy weather, the game itself was a back-and-forth battle that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. The night started with a strong showing from Chad Rusinko, who scored the first basket for Tallmadge at the 7:57 mark of the first quarter. The Blue Devils built an early lead, holding a 13-9 advantage with just over two minutes remaining in the quarter. A last-second three-point attempt by Tallmadge was waved off, leaving the score at 13-10 at the end of the first. Chad Rusinko led Tallmadge's scoring in the opening period with 6...
Monday 12/23 Milford 65, Harrison 54 On Monday night, Milford (3-4) used a 15-0 run in the second quarter to pull away from SWOC foe Harrison (1-5) and claim a 65-54 victory. The loss marked Harrison's second loss to an ECC opponent in two days and fourth straight overall. Milford's big run allowed them to take a 15-point lead into the locker room and hold on to win. Milford was led in scoring by senior guard Carter Ings, whose 17 points, all from beyond the arc or at the free-throw line, represented a career-high. Senior big Andrew Crouch posted his first career double-digit scoring night with 10 while also pulling down six rebounds. Harrison sophomore forward Justin Marx exploded off the bench for 21 points, while junior guard Tucker...
North Canton Hoover secured a victory over Walsh Jesuit in a thrilling contest, fueled by a strong performance from Conner Newell. The game saw a back-and-forth battle, but Hoover ultimately pulled away in the second half to claim the win, 58-42. The game began with a bang. Conner Newell opened the scoring with a three-pointer at the 7:35 mark of the first quarter, setting the tone for an exciting first period. Hoover quickly built a significant lead, holding a 15-2 advantage by the 2:20 mark. While Walsh mounted a late comeback in the quarter, cutting the deficit to 15-10 by the end of the period, Hoover's early dominance was evident. Newell led the Vikings in scoring at the end of the first, contributing 5 points. Anthony Spain paced...
Tallmadge secured a convincing victory over Woodridge in a high school basketball matchup, showcasing a dominant performance fueled by a strong team effort. The final score was 83-51, a testament to Tallmadge's control throughout the game. The game started swiftly with Paul Rusinko scoring the first basket for Tallmadge at the 7:15 mark of the first quarter. Tallmadge immediately established a significant lead, utilizing a fast-break offense that proved highly effective against Woodridge's defense. By the end of the first quarter, Tallmadge held a commanding 24-6 advantage. Paul Rusinko and Trey Kersten led the scoring charge for Tallmadge in the opening period, each contributing 7 points. Woodridge's Carter Maxa, a freshman, displayed...
The Tallmadge Blue Devils edged out the Woodridge Bulldogs in a thrilling back-and-forth battle, securing a 50-49 victory. The game was a nail-biter from start to finish, with neither team able to establish a commanding lead. The first quarter saw a tight contest, with the lead changing hands multiple times. The score was tied 6-6 before Tallmadge pulled ahead to end the quarter 11-7. Sophia Kroah led the early scoring for Tallmadge with 3 points, while Taylor Deeering and Layla Frezzell each contributed 3 for Woodridge. The second quarter continued the seesaw battle. Tallmadge extended their lead, but Woodridge stayed within striking distance. The Blue Devils held a narrow 21-19 advantage at halftime. The third quarter proved to be a...
Wadsworth secured a hard-fought 59-50 victory over Cuyahoga Falls in a back-and-forth contest that saw both teams battle relentlessly throughout all four quarters. The Grizzlies’ Colson Matheny led the charge, showcasing an impressive offensive display highlighted by six three-pointers en route to a game-high 22 points. The first quarter set the tone for a closely contested matchup. Wadsworth held a slight edge, leading 13-7 at the end of the period, thanks to a strong team effort. Colson Matheny contributed 6 points in the opening frame, while Shannon Payne led Cuyahoga Falls with 3. The second quarter continued the back-and-forth action. Wadsworth managed to maintain a narrow lead, extending their advantage to 26-23 by halftime...
Coventry Cruises Past Mogadore in Hard-Fought Contest
Coventry secured a victory over Mogadore in a basketball game marked by a strong offensive performance from Coventry's Kameryn Kennerly and a late-game push from Mogadore's Jordon Smith. The final score was 56-46, reflecting a game that saw stretches of dominance from Coventry with Mogadore making a couple determined comeback attempts. Karson Jaber opened the scoring for Mogadore with the game's first basket at the 7:35 mark of the first quarter. However, Coventry quickly established control, fueled by a barrage of three-pointers from Kennerly (#1), Kell'n McAfee (#2), and Draiden Pauley (#14). Three triples early in the first quarter showcased Coventry's sharp shooting and helped them build a significant lead. By the end of the first...
Reflections on Brad Morris’ legacy
Reflections on Brad Morris’ legacy In preparation for the tipoff of the inaugural Brad Morris Holiday Classic, Jacob Merideth of Traffic Light Sports reached out to a number of coaches and media members for their thoughts on Brad’s legacy and this new basketball event. Via The Sporting Pumpkin In the history of Pickaway County sports, there are not many names that are as notable as Brad Morris. Over two decades, Brad chronicled the triumphs of athletes in Pickaway County, leaving a mark on the community. As a tribute to his legacy, the inaugural Brad Morris Holiday Classic brings together local schools in a celebration of sportsmanship to what Brad made his life’s work. And below are some thoughts from Brad’s friends and...
“Karshner and Horsley Steer the Vikings Past the Indians”
TVHS girls basketball at Canal Winchester 12/20 “Karshner and Horsley Steer the Vikings Past the Indians” In a renewed rivalry between former Mid-State League foes, Teays Valley's dynamic duo of Tessa Horsley and Areyana Karshner propelled the Vikings to a 44-31 victory over Canal Winchester in an OCC-Buckeye contest. Trailing 10-5 to start the game, Teays Valley went on a 7-point run to take the lead in the second quarter as Karshner knocked down a three-pointer to help her team outscore Canal Winchester 13-7 before the half. Cooper McManaway' also had 6 points in the second quarter to assist in building a 23-17 halftime lead. Teays Valley's defense also held the Indians to four points in the third quarter. The Vikings then used a...
Thursday Games: Coventry 74, Ravenna 42 Coventry dominated Ravenna on their home court Friday night, securing a convincing 74-42 victory. The Comets showcased a balanced offensive attack, while limiting Ravenna's scoring opportunities throughout the game. Coventry's Kameryn Kennelly led all scorers with 24 points, including two three-pointers. Reggie Edwards added 16 points, and Alex Meinen chipped in 13. Ravenna's offense struggled to find a rhythm, with Connor Welling's three three-pointers accounting for nine of their points. Jaxxon Kelly added 10 points for Ravenna, but they were unable to match Coventry's offensive firepower. Coventry made five three-pointers compared to Ravenna's four. The Comets won the first quarter 23-4...
Tuesday's Games (12/17) West Clermont 61, Turpin 58 After Turpin's Isaac Hooper hit a three to put the Spartans up five on West Clermont midway through the fourth, it looked like the momentum was all in Turpin's favor. However, the Wolves showed resilience to shut out the Spartans the rest of the way and finished the game on an 8-0 run to claim victory over Turpin, 61-58. West Clermont (4-1) was again led by breakout star Carson Duke, who scored 27 points and 6 rebounds, his third time in the 25-point club this year. Junior big Carson Tenhundfeld added 15 for the Wolves, while Lane Madden came off the bench for a career-high 11. Turpin's Joe Lafkas scored 20 points, sinking five three-pointers, plus seven rebounds, while senior big man...
TVHS Girls Basketball at Groveport 12/17
TVHS Girls Basketball at Groveport 12/17 “Teays Valley Reigns in Groveport and tables the Cruisers 57-23” Teays Valley delivered a convincing performance on Tuesday night, defeating Groveport 57-23 on the road. The Vikings' defense held Groveport to just 23 points on 10-of-28 shooting from the field. Teays Valley forced the Cruisers to 16 turnovers and out-boarded their host 29-28. The Vikings were led by a balanced scoring attack, with Cami Robins steering the team with 17 points. Tessa Horsley cleaned the glass and led the contest with 14 rebounds while also chipping in 11 points. Addie Keplar contributed nine points, going 2/2 from the three-point line, followed by Areyana Karshner with seven points. Cooper McManaway added...
Friday's Games (12/13) Lakota East 67, Middletown 44 Can you guess who the star of tonight's proceedings was? Shocker, it was Trey Perry, who put up 36 points to match his career-high and record his third straight 30-point game to help Lakota East (4-0) blow by Middletown (1-4) on Friday night, 67-44. East won every quarter of play as Perry went 12/14 from the field and 10/11 from the free-throw line in a dominant night. Sophomore Brody Hayes (8) and freshman J.J. Smith (9) also scored decently off the bench for the Thunderhawks. The Middies were led in scoring by senior guard Jeremiah Landers with 15, but only had 3 bench points in the loss. (by @mrorcadood) Fairfield 67, Mason 46 In a GMC contest on Friday night, the Fairfield...
TVHS Girls Basketball vs. Reynoldsburg 12/13
TVHS Girls Basketball vs. Reynoldsburg “Vikings’ Late Surge Falls Short Against Raiders” Reynoldsburg Raiders Pull Away from Teays Valley Girls Basketball 55-42. The Teays Valley Vikings girl's basketball team fell in a 55-42 decision to the visiting Reynoldsburg Raiders on Friday, despite a strong effort from Tessa Horsley. Horsley scored a team-high 16 points, but the Vikings couldn't overcome Reynoldsburg's balanced scoring attack. The Raiders led 38-25 at halftime and extended their advantage to 53-31 before Teays Valley mounted a late surge. The Vikings outscored Reynoldsburg 13-7 in the fourth quarter, with Cami Robbins adding eight points in the second half. Teays Valley dominated in the paint, finishing 15-25 from inside...
Game Day Preview: TVHS Girls Basketball vs. Reynoldsburg "Raiders and Vikings Clash in a Friday Night OCC-Buckeye Battle" The Teays Valley Vikings girls basketball team is set to host Reynoldsburg. The Vikings are looking to rebound from a 52-39 non-league loss to Fairfield Union on Wednesday. Teays Valley has opened the season 2-3 overall and 1-1 in the OCC-Buckeye. Tessa Horsley has consistently led the Vikings. Against Fairfield Union, Horsley scored 12 points and grabbed eight rebounds. The blue and gold have a league win against Logan and a non-league win over Dublin Coffman. The Vikings will look to bottle up Reynoldsburg's scorers, which features a balanced attack with multiple shooting threats. Reynoldsburg has started...
Tuesday's Games Lakota East 59, Oak Hills 50 Trey Perry's second straight 30-point game helped the Lakota East Thunderhawks (3-0) pull away from Oak Hills (1-2) in a 59-50 victory. Perry's 31 points came from all parts of the court, as he hit six 2-pointers, three 3-pointers, and ten free throws to reach that number, adding five assists. Michael Akindele was again East's second leading scorer, but he only put up 7 in 15 minutes before fouling out. The Highlanders were led by seniors Nate Riep and Henry Maginn, who scored 21 and 12 respectively. Riep reached the free throw line often, going 9-15 from the stripe in the loss. (by @mrorcadood) Fairfield 46, Lakota West 45 In the GMC's game of the week, Fairfield and Lakota West battled to...
Division I Football All-Ohio Team Announced Divisions II through VII announced earlier this week COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Division I football All-Ohio team was announced Thursday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. The Division II through VII All-Ohio teams were announced earlier this week. More about the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association can be found at: https://www.ohsaa.org/news/OPSWA. The OPSMA was created in 1972 to support, promote and recognize coverage of high school sports across Ohio and is endorsed by the Ohio High School Athletic Association. 2024 Division I...
TVHS Girls Basketball vs. Fairfield Union
TVHS Girls Basketball vs. Fairfield Union “Fairfield Union Soars Past Teays Valley, 52-39” Ashville- Teays Valley welcomed a familiar foe to their home court on Wednesday, hosting former Mid-State League-Buckeye Division rival Fairfield Union. Despite a standout effort from Tessa Horsley, the Vikings ultimately fell to the Falcons, 52-39. The Vikings trailed 28-16 at halftime but mounted a surge in the third quarter, led by Cami Robbins. However, Thompson's 10 points in the third quarter helped the Falcons pull away. In the fourth quarter, Horsley kept the Vikings in the game scoring six points of her 12 points in the period, but the Falcons' quartet of scorers – Thompson, Maddi Mitchell, Maycee Martindill, and Smeck—helped the...
Division II and III Football All-Ohio Teams Announced Division I All-Ohio team will be announced on Thursday COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Division II and III football All-Ohio teams were announced Wednesday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. On Monday, the Division VI and VII All-Ohio teams were announced, followed by the Division IV and V teams on Tuesday. The Division I All-Ohio team will be announced Thursday. More about the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association can be found at: https://www.ohsaa.org/news/OPSWA. The OPSMA was created in 1972 to support, promote and recognize...
Division IV and V Football All-Ohio Teams Announced Additional divisions announced throughout the week COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Division IV and V football All-Ohio teams were announced Tuesday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. On Monday, the Division VI and VII All-Ohio teams were announced. The Division II and III teams will be announced on Wednesday. The Division I All-Ohio team will be announced Thursday. More about the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association can be found at: https://www.ohsaa.org/news/OPSWA. The OPSMA was created in 1972 to support, promote and recognize...
Top