2022 NE District Boys Golf Previews

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The following Previews can all be found at the Northern Ohio Golf website: https://northernohio.golf/category/high-school-golf/


These are being posted with permission of Yappi and Northern Ohio Golf

PREVIEW DEDICATION​

Deegan Bee


The entire Northern Ohio High School Golf community would like to dedicate this Season Preview to the memory of Deegan Bee, who would have been a junior at Waynedale High School. Deegan was involved in a car accident on June 5th and passed away three days later.


Waynedale Coach Melinda Budd explained the impact he had as a member of the team. “Deegan was a very talented golfer,” Budd said. “But more than that he always played with respect and dignity towards his teammates and opponents. He will forever be in our hearts as we remember and honor his leadership on and off the golf course.”

Our thoughts will be with the entire Waynedale community throughout the season.
 
 
BOYS TEAMS TO WATCH


Based on conversations with a number of high school golf coaches, the following are ‘Teams to Watch’ in 2022 for Boys High School Golf in Northern Ohio. The list includes St. Ignatius, pictured above after winning the 2021 OHSAA Boys Division I State Championship at OSU Scarlet.

All of the listings below are in alphabetical order, not by any rank.

After the list of top teams by OHSAA Divisions below, see a roster of the biggest Boys High School Golf Tournaments that will be conducted in 2022.

DIVISION I BEST OF THE BEST​

Top Teams
Hoban
Jackson
St. Ignatius
University School
Walsh Jesuit

Contenders
Aurora
Green
Highland
Hoover
Hudson
Medina
North Royalton

On the Cusp
Amherst
Aurora
Avon
Brunswick
Kent Roosevelt
Louisville
Olmsted Falls
Shaker Heights
St. Edward
St. Vincent-St. Mary
Strongsville
Wadsworth
Westlake

DIVISION II BEST OF THE BEST​

Top Teams
Chagrin Falls
Gilmour Academy
Lake Catholic
Marlington
Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin

Contenders
Salem
Smithville
Struthers
Ursuline
West Branch

On the Cusp
Benedictine
Coventry
Edgewood
Hubbard
Manchester
Springfield (Akron)
Waynedale

DIVISION III BEST OF THE BEST​

Top Teams
Badger
Columbiana
Independence
Mathews

Contenders
Dalton
Jackson-Milton
Lake Center Christian
Loudonville
Mineral Ridge
Waterloo

On the Cusp
Cardinal Mooney
LaBrae
Mapleton
Mogadore
Northwestern
Open Door Christian
Rootstown
Southeast
Southern Local
Tuslaw



2022 BOYS HIGH SCHOOL GOLF TOURNAMENTS​

Name | Date | Location | Host
Mineral Ridge Invitational August 5 Salem Hills GC Mineral Ridge
Amherst Invitational August 8 Oberlin GC Amherst
CVCA Invitational August 8 Glenmoor CC CVCA
JFK Invitational August 8 Trumbull CC Warren JFK
Polar Bear Invitational August 8 Shady Hollow CC Jackson
Clash of the Titans Invitational August 8 Royal Crest Berea-Midpark
Tuslaw Invitational August 8 The Elms CC Tuslaw
Alliance Tournament August 9 Alliance Country Club Alliance
Grey Hawk Invitational August 9 Grey Hawk Keystone
Karpis Shootout August 9 Sugar Bush Garfield
Kenston Invitational August 9 Punderson Kenston
St, Ignatius Invitational August 9 Red Tail Golf Club St. Ignatius
Berkshire Invitational August 10 Pleasant Hills Berkshire
Yank Heisler Memorial Inv. August 10 Windmill Lakes GC Ravenna
Walker Jones Invitational August 10 Shale Creek GC Medina
Brunswick Tee-Off Classic August 11 Pine Hills Brunswick
Elyria Catholic Invitational August 11 Grey Hawk Elyria Catholic
Falcon Invitational August 11 Sunny Hill Field
Pioneer Invitational August 11 Carlise GC Elyria
Walsh Jesuit Tradition August 11 Brookledge Walsh Jesuit
Mohican Invitational August 12 Mohican Hills Hillsdale
Tannenhauf Boys Invitational August 12 Tannenhauf Marlington
Explorer Invitational August 15 CC of Hudson Hudson
NE Ohio Co-Ed Classic August 15 Arrowhead GC Hoover
Cardinal Classic August 16 Mill Creek Canfield
Nordonia Classic August 16 Ellsworth Meadows Nordonia
Medina County Tournament August 18 Pine Hills N/A
Reece Alexander Invitational August 21 Fowlers Mill Gilmour Academy
Kiely Cup August 21/22 Canterbury N/A
Green Invitational August 22 Prestwick CC Green
US Windmill Invitational August 27 Windmill Lakes University School
Lake Boys Invitational August 29 Congress Lake CC Lake
Irish Open August 29 Youngstown CC Ursuline
Hoban Invitational September 6 Portage CC Hoban
Midview Invitational September 6 Columbia Hills CC Midview
Richard Pfeiffer Invitational September 9/10 Windmill Lakes Kent Roosevelt
NDCL Lion Classic September 11 Fowlers Mill NDCL
Nolan Belden Invitational September 12 Brookside CC Hoban
MVAC Championships September 21 Salem Hills Sebring McKinley
Alliance Tournament September 23 Alliance Country Club Alliance
St Edward Invitational September 24 Oberlin Golf Club St. Edward
Stark County Championships September 24 Glenmoor TBA
State Farm Invitational September 24 Riceland Orrville/Waynedale
Comet Classic September 29 Fox Creek Amherst
Hoban Invite October 2 Firestone CC- West Hoban
 
ALL-AMERICAN CONFERENCE


ALL-AMERICAN CONFERENCE​

Format: Double Round Robin League Play, Postseason Tournament September 13th- Youngstown Country Club

AUSTINTOWN FITCH​

Team- Austintown Fitch Falcons
Coach- Dan Horacek

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Adrian Puz- 12th
Pete Shrake- 12th
Ethan Swift- 12th
Jackson Detchon- 11th

BOARDMAN​

Team- Boardman Spartans
Coach- Brian Terlesky

2021 Recap- 18th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Zach Ganser- 11th
Carter Fick-Mills- 10th
Luke Gaines- 11th
Jack Neill- 11th
Peyton Switka- 12th

CANFIELD​

Team- Canfield Cardinals
Coach- Michael Kerensky

2021 Recap- 6th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Simon Kovass- 11th
Bryce Daggett- 11th
Nick Beistel- 11th
Brando Papalia- 11th

HOWLAND​

Team- Howland Tigers
Coach- Dave Cooper

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Ben Bronson- 12th
Alex Gumino- 10th
Nick Beard- 12th

WARREN HARDING​

Team- Warren Harding Raiders
Coach- Brett Ulicny

2021 Recap- 16th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Clark Kellar- 12th
Carter Knupp- 11th
Braylen Schuller- 12th
 
CHAGRIN VALLEY CONFERENCE


CHAGRIN VALLEY CONFERENCE​

The Chagrin Valley Conference features 22 schools spanning five counties.
Website: chagrinvalleyconference.com/golf
☆ – players and teams to watch

CHAGRIN DIVISION​

Format- Preseason Tournament August 8th at Legend Lakes, Postseason Tournament September 19th at Quail Hollow

CHAGRIN FALLS ☆​

Team- Chagrin Falls Tigers
Coach- Anne Caja

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Sven Nielsen ☆ – 11th
Charlie Pollock- 10th
Drew Mergenhagen- 12th
John Catney ☆ – 11th

HAWKEN​

Team- Hawken Hawks
Coach- Bert Kovarik

2021 Recap- 6th at State Tournament

Returning Players
Jack Zeid ☆ – 11th
Vince Vomberger- 12th

KIRTLAND​

Team- Kirtland Hornets
Coach- Sam Kless

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Micah Reynolds- 12th
Jerry Zovko- 11th

ORANGE​

Team- Orange Lions
Coach- Rick Clark

2021 Recap- 6th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Dillon Fellinger- 12th
Truman Williams- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Jayden Park- 9th

PERRY​

Team- Perry Pirates
Coach- John Grdina
Home Course- Madison Country Club
Team Website

2021 Recap- 3-8, 5th Overall in the conference

Returning Players
Garrett Rupert- 11th
Alex Dame- 10th
Carson Cuevas- 10th
Sean Strahan- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Russell Ford- 9th
Aiden Bowman- 11th

Perry has an experienced group of young players who can have an impact in both conference and post-season play.

WEST GEAUGA​

Team- West Geauga Wolverines
Coach- Jay Kletecka
Home Course- Fowler’s Mill Golf Course
Team Website
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- 15th at Quail Hollow Sectional Tournament

Returning Players
Landon Lear- 10th
JT Javorek- 10th
Xander Hinds- 10th
Nate Schaubert- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Andrew Carroll- 11th
Andrew Muhvic- 10th
Kellen Scharf- 10th
Owen Yuhasz
Vaugh Maksoudian- 11th
Patrick Brosnan- 10th
Josh Nemunaitis- 10th

Landon Lear just missed out on 2nd team all CVC honors as a Freshman last year. He will be leading the Wolverines as they look to make a big impact in the CVC.

METRO DIVISION​

Format- Preseason Tournament, Postseason Tournament, Double Round Robin League Play

BEACHWOOD​

Team- Beachwood Bison
Coach- Douglas Sessor

2021 Recap- 12th at District Tournament

Returning Players
James O’Neill – 12th

CUYAHOGA HEIGHTS​

Team- Cuyahoga Heights Red Wolves
Coach- Johnny Roy

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Kaelib Graaf- 12th
Jack Bohning- 12th

INDEPENDENCE ☆​

Team- Independence Blue Devils
Coach- Ryan MacRaild
Home Course- Shawnee Hills
Team Website
Twitter- @CoachMacRaild

2021 Recap- Graduating only one Senior, the Blue Devils look to build on their 12th place finish at the state level.

Returning Players
Mark Pillar- 11th
Charlie DeCapua- 12th
Sam Coddington- 12th
AJ Marcinko- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Sam Spacagna

Expectations are high for Independence and this group of players who return from a solid season in the CVC and through the State tournament. First year coach Ryan MacRaild takes over a very loaded and decorated team in hopes to return them to the State tournament. After 23 years of coaching HS soccer, Coach MacRaild shifts his focus to golf. Looking to better their top 12 finish in the state, low rounds will be the norm for DeCapua, Marcinko and Pillar. With averages in the mid to high 30s, this team has the potential to compete among the best players in Ohio. It will all come down to focus and preparation for the ’22 Blue Devils this year.

LUTHERAN WEST​

Team- Lutheran West Longhorns
Coach- Dale Lehrke
Home Course- Red Tail Golf Club

2021 Recap- 2nd in CVC Metro, 6-2 record and finished 2nd in both League Tournaments, One District Qualifier

Returning Players
Eric Dill- 11th
JJ Hughes- 10th
Anthony Coray- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Ray Pavlik- 9th
Jansen Gross- 10th

Lutheran West Boys Golf Team finished in 2nd in their conference in 2021. With a disappointing performance in the Sectional tournament, they still were able to qualify one player to the Districts. “I have very high hopes for the upcoming season,” coach Dale Lehrke said. “We have a little experience with a mix of newcomers that should help us to perform competitively in our conference this year.”

WICKLIFFE​

Team- Wickliffe Blue Devils
Coach- Harrison McCall

2021 Recap- 8th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Ryan Latkovich- 11th
Noah Telisman- 12th
Nick Henson- 11th

VALLEY DIVISION​

Format- Preseason Tournament, Postseason Tournament, Double Round Robin League Play

BERKSHIRE​

Team- Berkshire Badgers
Coach- David List

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Joe Czekaj- 12th
Troy Hornak- 12th
Mario Romagni- 10th

CARDINAL​

Team- Cardinal Huskies
Coach- Mike Topalian
Home Course- Pleasant Hill
Twitter- @CardinalHSGolf

2021 Recap- Overall 12-6, 4th at sectional

Returning Players
Troy Domen- 11th
Matthew Hissa- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Cam Schwendeman- 12th
Austin Jones- 10th
Bryce Blystone- 9th

GENEVA​

Team- Geneva Eagles
Coach- John Mansky

2021 Recap- 20th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Connor Anderson- 12th
Max Booth- 12th
Richard Giffin- 12th
Noah Griffiths- 12th
Noah Peterson- 11th

EDGEWOOD ☆​

Team- Edgewood Warriors
Coach- Jeff Barger
Home Course- Village Green
Team Website
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- 8-3. Runner Up CVC Post Season Tournament. Mason Feather qualified for Districts

Returning Players
Mason Feather- 10th
Jimmy Johnston- 12th
Sean Steed- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Ethan Detrick- 12th
Carter Howard- 9th
Dalton Vencill- 10th

With the retirement of Coach Chris Juncker following the 2021 season, Edgewood will turn to new Head Coach Jeff Barger to lead the squad this season. Barger will look to bring his success from the baseball diamond, where he serves as Edgewood’s head coach, over to the links. Two returning players will be leading the Warriors this season. “We have two quality guys at the top of our Varsity team that we are expecting big things out of in Jimmy and Mason,” said Barger. “Behind them there is some potential with Sean Steed returning and newcomer Ethan Detrick.”

HARVEY​

Team- Harvey Red Raiders
Coach- Scott Cummings
Home Course- Painesville Country Club
Facebook- Harvey Red Raider Golf Team
Instagram- harveyredraidergolfteam

2021 Recap- 6-14

Returning Players
Julian Baker- 10th
Joey DiAlfredi- 10th
Alyson Ball- 12th
Ian White- 12th
Miles Vanek-10th

Potential New Contributors
Alex Boskovic- 9th
Micah Cannon- 9th

The Red Raiders have some young players that they expect to be very competitive during this season and for the next few years. The future in Painesville is bright. The team goes to Arizona to play golf every 2 years – an amazing experience according to Coach Scott Cummings.

LAKESIDE​

Team- Lakeside Dragons
Coach- Andrew Kiphart

2021 Recap- 13th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Zackary Palmer- 11th
Jack Varckette- 10th
Kamron Crockett- 12th
 
CROWN CONFERENCE


CROWN CONFERENCE​

Website: thecrownconference.com
Format- Postseason Tournament September 20th- Pine Hills
☆ – players and teams to watch

LAKE CATHOLIC ☆​

Team- Lake Catholic Cougars
Coach- Robert Forrai
Home Course- Black Brook
Team Website
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- Record 9-0-1. Dominik Cosic OHSAA Division 2 Sectional Champion and District Champion. Placed 12th in State Tournament.

Returning Players
Dominik Cosic ☆ – 12th
Marcus Berrios- 12th
Chris Kelley- 12th
Jimmy Hoose- 11th
Kyle Boyd- 10th
AJ Trobenter- 10th
Jimmy Meden- 10th

Lake Catholic will look to go back to Columbus in 2022 with many returning contributors.

NOTRE DAME-CATHEDRAL LATIN ☆​

Team- Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Lions
Coach- Toni DeSanto

2021 Recap- 9th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Ryley Sefanek- 12th
Ben Daher- 12th
Andreas Reider- 11th
Jack Alexander- 11th

PADUA​

Team- Padua Bruins
Coach- Brain Coughlin

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Lucas Palange- 10th
Ryan Jankowski- 11th
Matt Hopkins- 11th
Nolan Reilly- 11th

WALSH JESUIT ☆​

Team- Walsh Jesuit Wariors
Coach- Bill Reilly
Home Course- Brookledge and Ellsworth Meadows
Twitter- @WJHS_Golf

2021 Recap- 7th appearance to the state tourney in 10 yrs. Two wins (New Albany & State Sectionals) and 3 other top 3 finishes rounded out the team’s year.

Returning Players
Josh Weiner ☆ – 12th
Tommy Kadair ☆ – 12th
Parker Barrett- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Steven Voinovich- 10th
Matthew DiMare- 11th
Thomas Biery- 11th
Paul Kropf- 12th
Anthony Grossi- 12th
Ryan Czenszak- 9th
Cameron Hartzfeld- 11th
James Chiera- 10th
Logan Mackey- 10th

This 2022 Walsh team looks to be just as strong as Warrior teams of the recent past, with Josh Weiner leading the way and solid support from the cast of juniors and seniors. “I will not be surprised to see Steven, Logan, and Ryan break into top spots early in the year,” said Coach Bill Reilly.

Senior Josh Weiner (scoring avg 75.4) was a leading force from the first round of the year firing a 6 -under par ‘29’ during the first day of Tryouts and never looked back from there. That continued throughout the season with a great start including a Top 5 finish (73) at the University School Invitational and Ashland Invitational (78) as well as 7 events with scores in the 70’s. He will be a dominant figure in the 2022 season. Josh has also been the leading scorer the past 2 seasons on the hockey team.
 
EASTERN BUCKEYE CONFERENCE


EASTERN BUCKEYE CONFERENCE​

Format- Double Round Robin League Play. Postseason Tournament September 19th- Salem Golf Club

ALLIANCE​

Team- Alliance Aviators
Coach- Jeff Graffice
Home Course- Sleepy Hollow

2021 Recap- 6-8

Alliance is going to be looking toward a potential youth movement in 2022 after graduating three senior starters.

MARLINGTON ☆​

Team- Marlington Dukes
Coach- Rick Snode
Home Course- Tannenhauf Golf Club
Team Website

2021 Recap- Finished 6th at Windmill Sectional D1 Had 1 player quality for Districts. Finished 2nd in Eastern Buckeye Conference

Returning Players
Blake Howard- 12th
Connor Battershell- 12th
Garett Dillon- 10th
Sam Yoder- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Dylan Sammons- 12th
Austin McIlvain- 9th

SALEM ☆​

Team- Salem Quakers
Coach- Rick Istnick

2021 Recap- 4th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Cole Ford- 12th
Scott Colian- 10th
Carson Rhodes- 11th
Cyle Burt- 11th

WEST BRANCH ☆​

Team- West Branch Warriors
Coach- Frank Edie
Home Course- Flying B

2021 Recap- 8-4, 4th sectionals, 3rd league

Returning Players
Landon Wilson- 12th
Reed Williams- 12th
Brant Allison- 12th
Jaxon Robb- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Carter Hawk- 11th
Lane Allison- 10th
Dominic Brenner- 10th
Kaleb Votaw- 10th

The Warriors are looking forward to this year. The team has high expectations with 4 returning varsity players coming back. “We have a group of young guys as well,” said coach Frank Edie. “They are all good kids, so it will be a fun year.”
 
EASTERN OHIO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE


EASTERN OHIO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE​

Format- Postseason Tournament
☆ – players or teams to watch

COLUMBIANA ☆​

Team- Columbiana Clippers
Coach- Bob Hall

2021 Recap- 4th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Rocco Crawford ☆ – 11th
Bayden Pipoly- 12th
Anthony Hall- 11th
Beau Velasquez- 12th

DAVID ANDERSON​

Team- David Anderson Blue Devils
Coach- Ryan Snyder

2021 Recap- 8th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Garrett Wallace- 11th

EAST PALESTINE​

Team- East Palestine Bulldogs
Coach- Stephen Bycroft

2021 Recap- 9th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Josh Bland- 11th
Kamdyn Stacey- 12th
Weston Jones- 12th
Alex Cannon- 12th
Addison Bycroft- 11th

SOUTHERN LOCAL ☆​

Team- Southern Local Indians
Coach- Kyle Exline
Home Course- Twin Springs Golf Course
Team Website
Facebook- @SLHSGolfTeam

2021 Recap- 7-8 (5th in EOAC / 8th in 1A/2A OVAC)
7th/14 Qualifying Teams at 2021 OHSAA NE Sectional Tournament – Salem Hills Golf Course

Returning Players
Gavin Tribelo- 12th
Zack Tribelo- 12th
Jason Riggs- 12th
Brady Ketchum- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Ethan Richards- 10th
Braden Rhodes- 10th
Griffen Wellington- 10th
Shane Howell- 9th

With four seniors, Southern Local is looking forward to another year of growth and competition from the back bone of their program. “These four seniors have shaped the program into what it has become today and we are hopeful that their hard work will pay off with a successful 2022 fall season,” remarked head coach Kyle Exline.

UNITED​

Team- United Golden Eagles
Coach- Todd Sarchet

2021 Recap- 4th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Nevin Hahlen- 12th

WELLSVILLE​

Team- Wellsville Tigers
Coach- Nicklaus Bayer

2021 Recap- 15th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Nathan McGraw- 11th
Ryley Barney- 10th
 
FEDERAL LEAGUE


FEDERAL LEAGUE​

Format- Single Round Robin League Play; Preseason Tournament August 9th- The Elms Country Club, Postseason Tournament September 29th- Tannenhauf,
☆ – players and teams to watch

CANTON MCKINLEY​

Team- Canton McKinley Bulldogs
Coach- Bryan Herberghs

2021 Recap- 15th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Cater Demetro- 11th
Luc Capobianco- 10th
Luke Mullins- 11th

GLENOAK​

Team- GlenOak Golden Eagles
Coach- Scott McCahan

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Andrew Arway- 12th
Matt Caldwell- 12th
Greyson Phister- 12th
Mason Sieloff- 12th

GREEN ☆​

Team- Green Bulldogs
Coach- Greg Andrego
Home Course- Ohio Prestwick
Twitter- @Green_Bulldogs

2021 Recap- State Qualifiers (Team), Federal League Co-Champions, Federal League PreSeason Tournament (Elms) 1st Place, Aurora Invitational (Barrington) 2nd Place, Lake Invitational (Congress Lake) 3rd Place, Green Invitational (Ohio Prestwick) 2nd Place, Sectionals (Tannenhauf) 2nd Place,
Districts (Pine Hills) 3rd Place

Returning Players
Kyle Smith ☆ – 11th
Grant Schlue ☆ – 12th
Trez Cobb- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Brady Trejbal- 11th
Evan Raymond- 11th
Grant Price- 11th
Eric Lindsey- 12th
Alex Norton- 10th
Ian St. Clair- 10th
Aaron Payne- 10th

Green is looking forward to try to build from their previous success of qualifying for States this past season. They will return 3 starters and have some young talent coming up. All signs point to another quality season in 2022 for the Bulldogs.

JACKSON ☆​

Team- Jackson Polar Bears
Coach- Jim Kish
Home Course- Shady Hollow Country Club

2021 Recap- Stark County Champions, Sectional Champions

Returning Players
Fletcher Clark- 12th
Ted Hoover ☆ – 12th
Ethan Kasler- 11th
Jordan Kish ☆ – 11th
Aidan Loy- 11th
Max Weber ☆ – 10th

Potential New Contributors
Raffaele Scassa ☆ – 9th

High expectations abound at Jackson High School. “We have high expectations for this coming season with all returning players,” Coach Jim Kish explains. “We should be able to compete with some strong teams from Northeast Ohio.” Jordan Kish (Junior) averaged 73.8 last year. He finished 1st Team Federal League, 1st Team Stark County, and 1st Team Northeast District.

LAKE​

Team- Lake Blue Streaks
Coach- Thom Grubb

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Jack Armstrong ☆ – 12th

Massillon PERRY​

Team- Perry Panthers
Coach- Dan Pierce
Home Course- The Legends of Massillon

2021 Recap- 13th at Tannenhauf Sectional

Returning Players
Marshall Robbins- 12th
Mason Mohr- 12th
Tyler Burkholder- 11th
Tyler DeRoy- 11th

NORTH CANTON HOOVER ☆​

Team- Hoover Vikings
Coach- Scott Snyder
Home Course- Arrowhead GC
Team Website- Hoovervikings.com

2021 Recap- 4th in Federal League, 3rd in Sectionals, 15th in Districts

Returning Players
Mario Tortorella ☆ – 12th
Riley Ellsworth-12th
Will Bopp- 12th
Noah Mizener- 12th
Kaden Schans- 12th
Daniel Gambone ☆ – 10th

Hoover returns 5 of their top 6 players, and are hoping to use last season’s success as a springboard for this season. Mario Tortorella and Daniel Gambone are projected to have outstanding seasons this fall.
 
GREAT LAKES CONFERENCE


GREAT LAKES CONFERENCE​

Format- Single Round Robin, No Crossovers; Preseason Tournament August 5th- Rawiga, Postseason Tournament September 19th- Grey Hawk,
☆ – players and teams to watch

BAY​

Team- Bay Rockets
Coach- Rick Manderine
Home Course- Sweetbriar Legacy

2021 Recap- Tournament Record 32-21 GLC Conference Record 31-6

Returning Players
Andrew Chesterfield- 12th
Will Clements- 12th
Zack Rose- 12th
Josh Hammond- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Nathan Hart- 12th
Joey Wagner- 12th
Nathan Earl- 12th
Ian Williams- 10th
Jack Chalmers- 10th

The Bay Village squad is returning its top four players from last season. Seniors Zack Rose, Andrew Chesterfield, and Will Clements will be the catalysts of the squad. All three players earned 2nd team GLC honors last season. “They are elite ball strikers,” explained Coach Rick Manderine. “Improved short games can put them in the upper echelon of the area.” Junior Josh Hammond also earned 2nd team GLC honors last season. “He’s been working hard this off season and is ready to make some noise,” said Manderine. The remaining two varsity spots will be highly contested. Potential candidates include seniors Nathan Earl, Nathan Hart, Joey Wagner, and sophomores Ian Williams and Jack Chalmers. Mandarine is looking forward to a competitive season. “The Great Lakes Conference has many high level players. It will be an exciting conference to follow this season.”

BUCKEYE​

Team- Buckeye Bucks
Coach- Shane Hotchkiss

2021 Recap- 13th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Michael Koeth- 12th
Jack Eisenhart- 12th
Jackson Chambers- 12th
Scott Dimarco- 10th

ELYRIA CATHOLIC​

Team- Elyria Catholic Panthers
Coach- Rick Montgomery

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Ryan Mahaffey- 12th
Lex Grimes- 11th
Sam Zambataro- 10th
Jack Radosevich- 11th
Eric Leith- 12th

FAIRVIEW​

Team- Fairview Warriors
Coach- Joe Battaglia

2021 Recap- 9th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Jack Anderson- 12th
Tyson Crandall- 11th
Brandon Zimmerman- 11th
Graham Patton- 10th
James Helton- 11th
Hailey Moltz- 12th

HOLY NAME​

Team- Holy Name Green Wave
Coach- Patrick Mulgrew

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Joey Abraham- 12th
Jack Kelley- 12th
Jordan Lebron- 12th
Dan Cardenas- 12th

LAKEWOOD​

Team- Lakewood Rangers
Coach- Derek Smith

2021 Recap- 17th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Jack Derethik- 12th
Logan Ellis- 10th
Leo Soneson- 10th
Tyler Volcansek- 10th
Justin Lacquement- 10th

NORMANDY​

Team- Normandy Invaders
Coach- Dave Baracz

2021 Recap- 16th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Anthony Kichurchak- 11th
Wes Hollis- 10th
Greg Muniak- 10th
Aidan Teriberry- 12th
Jolena Heppner- 10th

NORTH OLMSTED​

Team- North Olmsted Eagles
Coach- Tim Murphy

2021 Recap- 14th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Brandon Cerny- 12th
Derrick Faulisi- 12th
Jacob Schneid- 10th
Dylan Giraldo- 11th

PARMA​

Team- Parma Redmen
Coach- Sean Connors

2021 Recap- DNS at Sectionals

Returning Players
Steven Chaj- 12th
David Kusmy- 12th
Peyton Vacca- 10th

ROCKY RIVER​

Team- Rocky River Pirates
Coach- David Hendrickson
Home Course- Big Met
Team Website
2022 Schedule
Twitter- @RR_BoysGolf

2021 Recap- 12-2 in dual matches. 2nd place finish in Great Lakes Conference. 3rd Place (out of 23 teams) Finish at Edison Boys Golf Invitational. Luke Dietrich and Nick Tianello were individual district qualifiers.

Returning Players
Luke Dietrich ☆ – 11th
Nick Tianello ☆ – 11th
Owen Toole- 12th
Wes Bennett- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Dan Capka- 11th
Jack Hurt- 11th
Luke Petrus- 11th
Jack Petrus- 11th
Carter Smith- 12th
Tyler Fortune- 12th

Rocky River has a lot of returning production and are looking for a big year in 2022. Experience is one thing that cannot be taught, and the Pirates have a lot of it. Coach David Hendrickson is looking forward to the upcoming campaign, “We’re excited with the development of our players and can’t wait for the 2022 season!”

VALLEY FORGE​

Team- Valley Forge Patriots
Coach- Mitchell Hartel
Home Course- Ridgewood Golf Course
Twitter- @forge_golf
Instagram- vfhartel

2021 Recap- 9-8 overall record; 6th place finish in the GLC Final Tournament

Returning Players
Alexander Turko- 12th
Anthony Donley- 11th
Ryan Repko- 11th
Stefan Stjepanovic- 11th
Garrett Hollon- 11th
Xander Sanzo- 11th

Hopes are high in Parma Heights. “For the past two years we have been building toward this moment,” explained coach Mitchell Hartel. “We have improved our overall average score by about 15-20 shots a match. Our expectations have been set very high this year, most especially by our offseason work.” Valley Forge will rely on three juniors: Anthony Donley, who has been playing in many tournaments on the Northern Ohio PGA Junior circuit, as well as Ryan Repko and Stefan Stjepanovic, who are both primed for breakout seasons. “Two years ago, our overall record was 3-13,” said Hartel. “We had a Varsity team of two Sophomores and four Freshmen. For the most part, that group stuck together, and now we are in a position of having one Senior and five Juniors. We are an experienced team who turned that 3-13 record into 9-8. We are so excited to see what we can turn that into this year! Go Forge!”
 
GREATER CLEVELAND CONFERENCE


GREATER CLEVELAND CONFERENCE​

Format- League Tournaments Only
August 12th- Grey Hawk
September 1st- Windmill Lakes
September 28th- Goodpark
☆ – players and teams to watch

BRUNSWICK ☆​

Team- Brunswick Blue Devils
Coach- Chad Thompson
Home Course- Pine Hills
2022 Schedule
Twitter- @brunswickhsgolf

2021 Recap- 6th – Brookside Sectional – 2 District Qualifiers – Alex Heilbrun (76 – Pine Hills), Max Heilbrun (78 – Pine Hills)

Returning Players
Max Heilbrun ☆ – 12th
Jayce Dye- 12th
Zach Barber- 12th
Eric Carbone- 11th
Cayden De Wever- 11th
Jonas Hinderer- 10th
Dayten Bobula- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Jonathan Miller- 12th
Luke Gloege- 12th
Tyler Yudess- 11th
Mike Samano- 11th
Mikey Makara- 11th
Zach Holop- 11th
Dylan Piatak- 11th
Alex Stamopoulos- 11th

Brunswick has a deep roster with a very good amount of returning talent. Coach Chad Thompson is looking for a good 2022 season and is very grateful for the position his team is in. Thompson explained, “We just want to express our sincere appreciation to all of the programs that continue to invite us to their tournaments every year. We are so fortunate to play at some of the best golf courses in Ohio year after year, and can’t thank the coaches from Northeast Ohio enough!”

MEDINA ☆​

Team- Medina Bees
Coach- Mike Mozingo
Home Course- Fox Meadow
Twitter- @medinabeesgolf

2021 Recap- Conference Champs (3x) District Qualifier

Returning Players
Preston Trumpler ☆ – 12th

Potential New Contributors
Eli Zimmerman ☆ – 10th

Medina graduated five of their six varsity players from 2021 and will need to reload for 2022. There are many potential varsity players at Medina. “I’m excited to see how it pans out,” explained Coach Mike Mozingo.

MENTOR​

Team- Mentor Cardinals
Coach- Eric Vinborg
Home Course- Black Brook

2021 Recap- Louis LeGanke qualified as an individual to districts

Returning Players
Louis LeGanke- 12th
Braedon Caldwell- 12th
Jeet Patel- 11th
Andrew Betz- 11th

Mentor is hoping to use the success of team leader Louis LeGanke to push the team forward. Coach Eric Vinborg’s goals for 2022 include competing for a conference championship and qualifying as a team to the district tournament.

SOLON​

Team- Solon Comets
Coach- Matthew Pinney
Home Course- Grantwood

2021 Recap- Tied for third in GCC. Finished 3rd in two of the three GCC tournaments. No qualifiers for Districts.

Returning Players
Harry Deng- 12th
Eric Dively- 12th
Jesse Rosner- 12th
Ryan Teorsky- 12th
Lucas Teorsky- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Josh Russman- 12th
Loukas Wu- 12th
Adam Neiderst- 12th

With 8 returning seniors, the expectations for Solon Golf are higher than they have been in numerous years. “We really have a chance to be good if the players put the time in this summer,” explained Coach Matthew Pinney.

STRONGSVILLE ☆​

Team- Strongsville Mustangs
Coach- Steve King
Home Course- Bunker Hill GC
Twitter- @SHS_Golf14

2021 Recap- 2nd in league, 3rd at sectional, 17th at district

Returning Players
Dean Upholzer ☆ – 11th
Daniel Lee- 12th
Vinnie Borros- 11th

Strongsville looks to make a run in the GCC this year behind returning number one player Dean Upholzer.
 
LAKE ERIE LEAGUE


LAKE ERIE LEAGUE​

Format- Postseason Tournament September 27th- Pine Brook
☆ – players and teams to watch

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS​

Team- Cleveland Heights Tigers
Coach- TBA

2021 Recap- 17th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Brendan Lang- 12th
Tony Jollivette- 11th
Sean Egbert- 11th

LORAIN​

Team- Lorain Titans
Coach- Dino Pappas
Home Course- Pine Brook
Team Website- Loraincityschools.org

2021 Recap- 5-5

Returning Players
Dallas Lopez- 12th
Jailynn Keathley- 12th
Katelyn Ramos- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Aaron Barney- 9th
Landis Jarvis- 11th
Aaron Daniels- 12th
Xavier Palos- 12th
Arianna Barney- 12th
Adi’Anna Bucci- 12th

Lorain is a program looking to rise. “Our team is a mixed team of boys and girls who are predominantly all beginners,” said coach Dino Pappas. “We are focused on learning the fundamentals of the game.”

SHAKER HEIGHTS ☆​

Team- Shaker Heights Raiders
Coach- Paul Sampliner
Home Course- Shaker CC and Highland Park
Team Website

2021 Recap- 3rd place sectionals with score of 314. Second year in a row District qualifier. Improved District score by 18 strokes from 2020.

Returning Players
Drew English- 12th
Alec Miller ☆ – 11th
Quintin Garnett- 11th
Noah Rusnak- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Elliot Thome- 11th
Devan Bhatia- 11th

Shaker Heights has a great group of experienced returning players that have been playing together for several years. The top five Raiders have all broken 80 in competitive rounds. “Look out for Alec Miller, a very consistent player who has reduced his scoring average by five strokes from 2020,” stated coach Paul Sampliner. Shaker Heights is working toward a third District qualification in a row with a trip to Columbus as a reachable goal.
 
Lorain County League


LORAIN COUNTY LEAGUE​

Format- Preseason Tournament, Postseason Tournament, Double Round Robin League Play

BLACK RIVER​

Team- Black River Pirates
Coach- Garth McGrail

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Lenny Ramirez- 11th
Nicholas Kostecki- 11th

COLUMBIA​

Team- Columbia Raiders
Coach- Sam Clark
Home Course- Pine Brook Golf Course

2021 Recap- Record 7-6 Overall 4-4 Conference

Returning Players
Nik Adams- 12th.
Rocco Denoto- 12th
Joe Jarmatcki- 12th
Wil Napoli- 12th
Tyler Palmer- 12th
Chase Willoughby- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Merrill Edelman- 12th
Will Elgin- 9th

FIRELANDS​

Team- Firelands Falcons
Coach- Mark Kirsch

2021 Recap- 7th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Grayson Szivan- 10th
Cohen Overstreet- 12th
Nick Dunfee- 11th

KEYSTONE​

Team- Keystone Wildcats
Coach- Greg Morgan
Home Course- Grey Hawk GC

2021 Recap- LC8 CHAMPS, District qualifier, State qualifier(11th)

Returning Players
Jack Senghas- 11th
Tyler Crowell- 11th
Grant Harley- 11th

WELLINGTON​

Team- Wellington Dukes
Coach- Tom Guyer Jr.
Home Course- Echo Valley
Twitter- @WellingtonDukesGolf

2021 Recap- 2nd place conference both regular season and conference tournaments

Returning Players
Braden Hamer- 12th
Riley Reyna- 12th
Lucas Sutherland- 12th
Landon Davison- 11th
Jack Marsh- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Nathan Glavich- 10th
Blake Carrouthers- 10th

An experienced Wellington team will be on the course in 2022 as they return five out of six players to their varsity team. “We should compete for a conference title,” explained coach Tom Guyer Jr. “We will have a lot of competition for our 4-6 spots.”
 
MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE


MAHONING VALLEY ATHLETIC CONFERENCE​

Format- Double Round Robin League Play; Postseason Tournament September 21st- Salem Hills
☆ – players and teams to watch

GREY DIVISION​

BROOKFIELD​

Team- Brookfield Warriors
Coach- Scott Bradley

2021 Recap- 6th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Anthony Cesario- 10th
Hunter Warrender- 10th
Brady Hiner- 10th

CHAMPION​

Team- Champion Flashes
Coach- Bryant Wilson

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Ken Williams- 12th
Buddy Wilson- 11th
Dylan Howell- 10th
Hayes Yocum- 11th

CRESTVIEW​

Team- Crestview Rebels
Coach- Ron McCloskey

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Luke Requardt- 11th
Reyton Conkle- 10th

GARFIELD​

Team- Garfield G-Men
Coach- Doug Engelhart

2021 Recap- 13th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Landen Gideon- 11th
Danny Ensinger- 12th
Liam Mielcarek- 12th
Dillan Paul- 10th
Andrew Wem- 12th

LABRAE ☆​

Team- LaBrae Vikings
Coach- John Pugh
Home Course- Riverview Golf Course
Team Website- https://labrae.school/sports

2021 Recap- 7-10 (7-5)

Returning Players
Ethan Ancell- 12th
Christian Haught- 11th
Aiden Doll- 11th
Madison Touart- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Charles Faler- 11th

The LaBrae golf team looks to build off valuable experience from last season and compete for a conference championship.

LIBERTY​

Team- Liberty Leopards
Coach- Mike Mikulich

2021 Recap- 15th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Rafe Sharrow- 11th

NEWTON FALLS​

Team- Newton Falls Tigers
Coach- Seth Howard and Kassi Grant

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Cameron Huff- 10th
Wyatt Davis- 12th
Johnny Kendall- 11th
Jacob Stimpert- 11th
Carter Howard- 10th

SCARLET DIVISION​

JACKSON-MILTON ☆​

Team- Jackson-Milton Blue Jays
Coach- Dan Crish
Home Course- Olde Dutch Mill
Team Website
2022 Schedule
Facebook- Jackson-Milton Athletics
Twitter- @JM_Athletics

2021 Recap- Finished 3rd in the MVAC tournament, Final overall record 13-7, final league record 10-4

Returning Players
Josh Donaldson- 12th
Aaen Romigh- 12th
Ryan Romigh- 10th
Hunter Schertzer- 10th
Drew Sloan- 10th
Dom Zitello- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Billy Sloan- 12th
Faith Sullivan- 11th
Dylan Hovanec- 10th
Colton Elliott- 9th
Jackson Horner- 9th

LOWELLVILLE​

Team- Lowellville Rockets
Coach- Fred Schriner
Home Course- Bedford Trails
Team Website

2021 Recap- Record 5-12

Returning Players
Dylan Okular- 12th
Evan Alfano- 11th
Michael Gibson- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Nathan Minnie- 11th
Nathan Yon- 9th
Reeve Donatelli- 9th
Jordan Nock- 9th
Zach Sargent- 9th
Tyler Demain- 9th
Kaden Primous- 9th

Lowelville will be one of the younger teams in the area, returning two starters and bringing up six freshmen.

MCDONALD​

Team- McDonald Blue Devils
Coach- Matthew Vukovic
Home Course- Mahoning Country Club

2021 Recap- Record: 17-3, Tournament Finishes: Mineral Ridge Invitational-1st, Karpis Shootout- 3rd, Tannenhauf Invitational- 5th, MVAC Championship- 1st, Sectionals-1st, Districts-4th (individual state qualifier), State- 19th individual

Returning Players
Caleb Domitrovich ☆ – 12th
Gavin Schiner- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Avery Maley- 11th
Marco Pecchia- 10th
Louie Bracco- 10th
Derek Hilbun- 9th
Brady Flere- 9th
Christopher Ragazzine- 9th
Jaxson Candel- 9th

A new test awaits Coach Matthew Vukovic in 2022. Vukovic explained how his team will look to turn some heads this season, “This year we will see a lot of new faces on the course with only one returning starter. There have been a lot of golfers putting in extra time to get ready for the season. It should be a fun season and I feel we have the potential to shock some people, after we lost 5 starters last year. The team will be ready to play their best by the time the season rolls around.”

MINERAL RIDGE ☆​

Team- Mineral Ridge Rams
Coach- Shawn Brown
Home Course- Olde Dutch Mill
Twitte – @RamGolf2

2021 Recap- DIII District Qualifier

Returning Players
Hayden Lengyel- 12th
Trey Rigley- 11th
Chas Colantone- 11th
Keaton Kucera- 11th
AJ Sandy- 10th
Jack Gillie- 10th

Potential New Contributors
RJ Jensen- 10th
Cody Gongaware- 10th
Jack Geddes- 9th

The MVAC is wide open this season according to Coach Shawn Brown, “Every team has a chance to capture the championship.” If the Rams can get better on and near the greens they will compete for the title and make another run to Districts.

SEBRING MCKINLEY​

Team- Sebring McKinley Trojans
Coach- Brian Clark
Home Course- Berlin Lake Golf Club

2021 Recap- 7th in MVAC Scarlet

Returning Players
Jacob Smith- 12th
Caydin Barker- 12th
Gage Barker- 12th
Mike Moyer- 10th

Sebring McKinley is the epitome of small school golf. They will be sharing athletes this year as three members of the golf team are also planning to play football. Balancing practice and match times will be crucial to the survival of the team. Coach Brian Clark explains, “As always, the mental approach –maintaining composure and consistency will determine the success of this year’s group.”

SPRINGFIELD LOCAL​

Team- Springfield Local Tigers
Coach- Dom Daltorio

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Justin Brungard- 12th
Donavan Mitigue- 12th
John Brungard- 11th
Anthony Brungard- 12th
Kevin Flaherty- 11th

WATERLOO ☆​

Team- Waterloo Vikings
Coach- Matthew Flanagan
Home Course- Paradise Lake Country Club
Twitter- @WHSVikingGolf

2021 Recap- 17-6 overall, 10-2 MVAC (Scarlet), 2nd Place MVAC Tourney, 5th Place Windmill Lakes D2 Sectional

Returning Players
Noah Hughes- 12th
Jackson Eichler- 11th
Drew Flarida- 11th
Isabella Jenior- 10th
Mitchell Shepherd- 10th
Trevor Simons- 10th
Clayton Smith- 10th

Waterloo had a solid 2021 campaign and have a good group of players returning for 2022.
 
METRO CONFERENCE


METRO CONFERENCE​

Format- Double Round Robin League Play; Postseason Tournament September 22nd- Sable Creek
☆ – players and teams to watch

CLOVERLEAF​

Team- Cloverleaf Colts
Coach- Michael McGee and Ron Wachtel

2021 Recap- 19th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Branson Harding- 12th
Mark Stewart- 11th

COVENTRY ☆​

Team- Coventry Comets
Coach- Jim Betty
Home Course- Turkeyfoot
Team Website

2021 Recap- 18-1 Co-Conference Champion

Returning Players
Ryan Dinan ☆ – 11th
Max Tristano-11th
Danny Plant- 11th
Jake Blouge- 10th
Mason Martino- 10th

FIELD​

Team- Field Falcons
Coach- Bryan Mahaffey
Home Course- Sunny Hill Golf and Recreation

Returning Players
Kyle Cooper- 12th
Bryce Cannon- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Rusty Carpenter- 11th
Caiden Lay- 11th
Ryder Hammelman- 11th
Deegan Yutzy- 11th

Field lost 5 senior letter winners last year, meaning they are currently in the process of rebuilding. “We have strength in numbers,” explained Coach Bryan Mahaffey. Field has 16 players in their program, which is a very good number for the size of their school. They will look to build off that depth and see what their young players can contribute.

NORTON​

Team- Norton Panthers
Coach- Mike Maile
Home Course- Spring Hills

2021 Recap- 0-18

Returning Players
Joey Reinart- 12th
Charlie Gabor- 11th
Matt Fowler- 10th
Eric Frantz- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Dylan Kress- 12th

RAVENNA​

Team- Ravenna Ravens
Coach- Terry Kekic
Home Course- Windmill Lakes GC
Team Website- https://ravennaathletics.us/teams/3367455/golf/varsity

2021 Recap- 15-9 Overall, 10-4 Conference 3rd place in league (finished last in 2021 W-L 2-12)

Returning Players
Marcus Gibson- 12th
Landon Skilton- 12th
Abbie Retherford- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Carson Schueller- 10th
Jacob Champ- 12th

Ravenna made a big jump over the past two seasons. In 2020 they finished last in the Metro Conference and improved to end up in 3rd place last season. Seniors Abbie Retherford, Landon Skilton, and Marcus Gibson are set to have outstanding seasons for the Ravens. Retherford nearly made the Girls State Tournament last year and will be even better this season. Both Skilton and Gibson averaged 43.9 in 2021 and have had a very productive off season. “As a team we will be very competitive in the Metro Conference and could be a contender,” said coach Terry Kekic. Carson Schueller, a Sophomore rookie, could be a key player for the Ravens this fall.

SPRINGFIELD ☆​

Team- Springfield Spartans
Coach- Jack Morgan

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Brady Hahn- 11th
Connor Eckenrode- 11th
Jacob Thomas- 11th
Maddox Warford- 11th

STREETSBORO​

Team- Streetsboro Rockets
Coach- Bruce Thomas
Home Course- Boulder Creek

2021 Recap- 3-16 overall and 3-11 in MAC

Returning Players
Kyle Liddle- 12th
Jordan Vian- 11th
Tyler Paul- 11th
Jayden Vyse- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Josh Williams- 12th
Bryson Jacobs- 12th
Andrew Burton- 10th

A good deal of returning players and the addition of Josh Williams to the roster should help Streetsboro to improve on last year’s record. The Rockets were very young last year. “That year’s experience should help,” explained coach Bruce Thomas. “Two of our seniors, Kyle Liddle and Josh Williams should have outstanding seasons.”

WOODRIDGE​

Team- Woodridge Bulldogs
Coach- Jeff Walter
Home Course- Brookledge GC
Team Website- Woodridgeathletics.com

2021 Recap- Finished tied for 3rd

Returning Players
Will Schmeltzer- 12th
James Lehrer- 12th
Alex Schneckenburger- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Gabe Tona 12th
Alex Parker 12th
Luke Thompson

Woodridge has three returning lettermen coming back and would like to compete for the Metro Conference title. “We also would like to get some boys to the districts this year,” Coach Jeff Walter added in.
 
NORTHEASTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE


NORTHEASTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE​

Format- Double Round Robin League Play
☆ – players and teams to watch

BADGER ☆​

Team- Badger Braves
Coach- Norm Yannucci
Home Course- Bronzwood GC

2021 Recap- 18-1 (13-1 NAC) 2nd place in sectionals and 1st place in NAC

Returning Players
Austin Mariani- 10th
Ian Tricker- 10th
Hudson Rice- 11th
Lex Sheets- 11th
Jared Schmidt- 11th

The Braves of Joseph Badger High School are expecting to compete for a regional birth as well as for the NAC championship this year. After an excellent 2021 season, Badger has an excellent chance to make a run at winning the conference. Austin Mariani, Ian Tricker, and Hudson Rice all will lead the team this season.

BRISTOL​

Team- Bristol Panthers
Coach- Kyle Quinn
Home Course- Bristolwood

2021 Recap- 9th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Diesel Williams- 10th
Kaiden Kohler- 10th
Chase Mahan- 11th

CHALKER​

Team- Chalker Wildcats
Coach- Brian Woods

2021 Recap- 15th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Derek Sherwood- 12th
Andrew Kirkland- 11th
Nick Steinbeck- 12th
Bella Woods- 12th
Nicole Williams- 12th
Connor Castle- 12th
Chase Learn- 10th

FAIRPORT HARDING​

Team- Fairport Skippers
Coach- TBA

2021 Recap- 17th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Jillian Justinger- 10th

MAPLEWOOD​

Team- Maplewood Rockets
Coach- Jason Collins

2021 Recap- 13th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Marcus Murray- 12th
Mayson Webster- 12th
Wyatt Omerzo- 12th

MATHEWS ☆​

Team- Mathews Mustangs
Coach- Jeff Parent

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Jason Haynie- 12th
Tyler Pesa- 12th
Alex Nicholson- 12th
Jacob Williams- 12th
Ethan Petak- 12th

PYMATUNING VALLEY​

Team- Pymatuning Valley Lakers
Coach- Jeff Compan
Home Course- Bronzwood GC

2021 Recap- 2nd place NAC, 2nd place Sectionals D3 Riverview, 8th place D3 Districts Tannenhauf

Returning Players
Michael Clark- 12th
Jayce Dietrich- 12th
Matthew Mazzaro- 12th
Zack Graves- 12th

Potential New Contributors
CJ Karbacka- 10th

After graduating five seniors, Pymatuning Valley has big holes to fill. “These boys will need to put in a great summer of preparation,” said Coach Jeff Compan. The Lakers will still be senior heavy and will look to reload after a successful 2021 season

WINDHAM​

Team- Windham Bombers
Coach- Cody Apthorpe

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Chase Eye- 12th
Zack Turk- 12th
Jack Eye- 10th
 
NORTHEAST 8 CONFERENCE


NORTHEAST 8 CONFERENCE​

Format- Postseason Tournament September 14th- Squaw Creek
☆ – players and teams to watch

GIRARD​

Team- Girard Indians
Coach- Josh Camuso

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Matt Shelley- 11th
Chris Cardiero- 11th
Jake Dohy- 12th
Santino Barone- 10th

HUBBARD ☆​

Team- Hubbard Eagles
Coach- Dave Cooper

2021 Recap- 9th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Ethaniel Jones- 12th
Matt Johnston- 11th
Garrett Brajkovich- 10th
Lucas Stinson- 12th

JEFFERSON AREA​

Team- Jefferson Area Falcons
Coach- Scott Barber

2021 Recap- 8th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Joshua Furman- 12th

LAKEVIEW​

Team- Lakeview Bulldogs
Coach- Steve Woofter

2021 Recap- 7th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Thomas Spencer- 12th
Jason DeMonica- 10th

NILES MCKINLEY​

Team- Niles McKinley Red Dragons
Coach- Tom Velasquez

2021 Recap- 14th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Samuel Perrone- 12th

POLAND​

Team- Poland Seminary Bulldogs
Coach- Dave DiGiacomo

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Colin Linert- 12th
Zach Martin- 12th
Mike Chambers- 11th

SOUTH RANGE​

Team- South Range Raiders
Coach- James Hanek

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Michael Garwacki- 10th
Zander DiMuzio- 10th
Hayden John- 10th

STRUTHERS ☆​

Team- Struthers Wildcats
Coach- William Cammack
Home Course- Knoll Run Golf Course

2021 Recap- Finished 2nd in the NE8 Championships, Advanced as a team to Districts at Windmill Lakes

Returning Players
Chaz Ekoniak ☆ – 12th
Chance Laczko- 12th
Brady Clyde- 12th
Brennan Baber- 12th
Olindo Pezzone- 12th
Jack Romeo- 11th
Mario Pecchia- 10th
Matthew McConahy- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Mason Cappelli- 11th

The Struthers Wildcats return 5 starters from last season. The team is led by senior Chaz Ekoniak, who was the NE8 MVP and has been Conference First Team all three years at Struthers. He has been the medalist in every match except one over those three seasons. Chaz broke the school record as a freshman by recording a low score of 33 his freshman season. Also, last year he broke the school record for lowest season average with a 36.1. The Cats also return Chance Laczko who earned his 1st Team all NE8 Selections. Chance also finished as the NE8 Conference Champion at the 18 hole end of year tournament.
 
PRINCIPALS ATHLETIC CONFERENCE


PRINCIPALS ATHLETIC CONFERENCE​

Format- Postseason Tournament September 19th- Prestwick
☆ – players and teams to watch

CANTON SOUTH​

Team- Canton South Wildcats
Coach- Moe Daniska

2021 Recap- 6th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Dominique Mackey- 12th
Andrew Bifolchi- 11th
Corbin Spencer- 12th

CUYAHOGA VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY​

Team- CVCA Royals
Coach- Jon Bucciarelli
Home Course- Silver Lake and Brookledge
Team Website
2022 Schedule
Facebook
Twitter- @CVCAathletics
Instagram- @cvcaathletics

2021 Recap- 10-5 overall Finished 2nd in the PAC

Returning Players
Aiden Cannone ☆ – 12th

Returning senior Aiden Cannone finished 11th in state in 2020 and will look to lead the Royals in 2022.

FAIRLESS​

Team- Fairless Falcons
Coach- Jim Jennings

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Sam Boyles- 12th
Evan Grass- 10th

MANCHESTER ☆​

Team- Manchester Panthers
Coach- Mike Ankrom

2021 Recap- 7th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Evan Hausch- 11th
Logan Carr- 11th
Eric Ouimet- 10th
Zach Smith- 10th
Brady Johnson- 11th

NORTHWEST​

Team- Northwest Indians
Coach- Robert Foutty

2021 Recap- 8th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Zach Huscusson ☆ – 12th
Josh Smith- 10th
Tate Miller- 12th
Caleb Hyrne- 10th

ORRVILLE​

Team- Orrville Red Riders
Coach- Chuck Davis
Home Course- The Pines
Team Website- Goredriders.org

2021 Recap- 5th in PAC 7, 3rd Northwest Invitational, 1 District Qualifier

Returning Players
Noah Mulpas- 12th
Abby Ankenman- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Drew Alexander- 9th
Jackson Doretich- 10th
Matthew Fish- 10th
Garrett Troyer- 11th

2022 will be a complete rebuild for the Orrville Red Riders. Returning senior Noah Mulpas will look to lead a young and inexperienced team

TRIWAY​

Team- Triway Titans
Coach- Brian Kiper
Home Course- Wooster Country Club

2021 Recap- 18-2 PAC Champs, Sectional Champs, District Champs, 7th in State

Returning Players
Tyler Snyder- 11th
Drake Starkey- 12th
Isaac Moorman- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Daniel Nuzum- 10th

There will be some big shoes to fill at Triway. “We lost 4 Seniors from last year’s team, two of which will be playing collegiately,” Coach Brian Kiper explained. Tyler Snyder was a member of the Titans’ State qualifying team and they will look to him for leadership this season.

TUSLAW ☆​

Team- Tuslaw Mustangs
Coach- Matthew Halter
Home Course- The Elms Country Club
Team Website

2021 Recap- 9-11 overall, 6-6 conference 4th place, 6th place at Sectionals -Windmill Lakes Golf Course

Returning Players
Adam Sibila- 12th
Evan Back- 11th
Andrew Smith- 11th
Alexis Crawford- 12th

Tuslaw is getting plenty of offseason work in. “The players are spending a lot of time on the golf course this summer,” said Coach Matthew Halter. “I am looking forward to the season and watching us grow as a team.”
 
PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE


PORTAGE TRAIL CONFERENCE​

Format- Double Round Robin League Play, Postseason Tournament September 21st- Sable Creek
☆ – players and teams to watch

LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN ☆​

Team- Lake Center Christian Tigers
Coach- Doug Byler

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Dylan Maninga ☆ – 11th
Jacob Spickard- 11th
Ethan Lemiell- 12th
Corban Osborne- 11th
Sam Hall- 10th

MOGADORE ☆​

Team- Mogadore Wildcats
Coach- Chris Mossa
Home Course- Paradise Lake GC
Twitter- @mogadoregolf

2021 Recap- 14-3 record, 2nd in the league, Won the D3 Salem Sectional, Finished 5th at D3 District tournament at Tannenhauf GC

Returning Players
Dillon Pendergast ☆ – 12th

Potential New Contributors
Seth Baglia- 12th
Tristyn McCaman- 10th
Lucas Butler- 11th
Kyle Gardner- 11th

The Mogadore Wildcats look to be a strong contender in the league, sectional, and districts this upcoming season. They will be led by an exceptional player who looks to cap off an outstanding career. Senior Dillon Pendergast is one of the best players in the area, averaging 36.6 for 9 holes and 74.5 for 18. He finished 2nd team All Ohio (6th overall) at the State Tournament at the Scarlet Course in Columbus. He is also the two time defending PTC league player of the year. Mogadore will look to fellow senior Seth Baglia and three younger players, Tristyn McCaman, Lucas Butler, and Kyle Gardner to round out their scoring this year.

ROOTSTOWN ☆​

Team- Rootstown Rovers
Coach- Keith Waesch
Home Course- Sunny Hill Golf Course
2022 Schedule
Twitter- @roverathletics

2021 Recap- 21-0 Portage Trail Conference champions, Div. II sectional champions, 5th at district tournament

Returning Players
Cole Hostetler ☆ – 12th
Lane McKenzie- 12th
Austin Biggin- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Carson Flowers- 12th
Mitchel Weber- 12th
Audrey Francis- 11th
Anthony Cambareri- 10th
Luke Flowers- 10th
Brady Kreitzburg- 10th
Trentan Sines- 10th

Cole Hostetler just missed qualifying for the Div. II state tournament a year ago and Rootstown was just two strokes short of qualifying for state as a team. “Cole is an extremely hard worker and has played in double digit summer tournament rounds. I’m expecting Cole to have an outstanding senior season,” said Coach Keith Waesch. Rootstown’s supporting case will also play a vital role, led by returning players Lane McKenzie and Austin Biggin.

SOUTHEAST ☆​

Team- Southeast Pirates
Coach- Mike Jenior

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Nolan Truex- 12th
Matt Wood- 12th
Jacob Slider- 11th
Cooper Kelly- 11th
Brandon Arnold- 11th

Potential New Contributors
James Morgan- 9th

ST. THOMAS AQUINAS​

Team- St. Thomas Aquinas Knights
Coach- Terry Murphy

2021 Recap- 14th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Riley Hawkins- 11th
Bryce Lonnga- 10th
Will Tabellion- 12th
Aaron Hadden- 11th
Anthony Ranalli- 10th

WARREN JFK​

Team- John F. Kennedy Eagles
Coach- James LaPolla

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Bryce Van Horn ☆ – 11th
Luke Rupeka- 11th
Michael Rossi- 10th
Anthony MaCali- 12th
 
SOUTHWESTERN CONFERENCE


SOUTHWESTERN CONFERENCE​

Format- Single Round Robin League Play. Preseason Tournament August 15th- Pine Hills, Postseason Tournament September 22nd- Grey Hawk.
☆ – players and teams to watch

AMHERST ☆​

Team- Amherst Steele Comets
Coach- Mitch Gillam
Home Course- Fox Creek Golf Club
Team Website
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- Sectional Champions, District Qualifier. Tournament Finishes – 1st Place Classic at Windmill Lakes & Pioneer Invite. Runner Up in 4 other tournaments.

Returning Players
Ryan Yoder ☆ – 11th
Landen Bray- 11th
Prince Tran- 10th
Devin Pritt- 12th
Grant Gabrie- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Logan McCrone- 11th
Carson Denman- 11th

Amherst laid a solid foundation with their District Tournament appearance in 2021 and are poised for another strong showing this fall. Ryan Yoder will be the team leader and is a player to watch.

AVON ☆​

Team- Avon Eagles
Coach- Jeff Stevens
Home Course- Bob-O-Link
Team Website

2021 Recap- Conference Champs, District Qualifiers, Nolan King – State Qualifier

Returning Players
Brenton Dill- 12th
Hunter McCourt- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Justice Hargett- 12th
Davis Ocepek- 12th
Jack Cherrstrom- 11th
Zane Austin- 11th

AVON LAKE​

Team- Avon Lake Shoremen
Coach- Matt Perry
Home Course- Sweetbriar Legacy Golf Course

2021 Recap- 3rd in conference

Returning Players
Sam Murray- 12th
Ryan Harbour- 12th
Kyle Ritter- 11th
Cole Cartwright- 11th
Derek McCrum- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Nick Hurd- 11th

BEREA-MIDPARK​

Team- Berea-Midpark Titans
Coach- Jim Cook
Home Course- Royal Crest
Team Website- Titanathletics.com

Returning Players
Mason Cook- 12th
Hunter Shrefler- 12th
Nick Hoff- 12th
LJ Krek- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Andrew Greger- 10th
Luca Santori- 10th
Leo Smith- 10th
Luke Nedoma- 9th

ELYRIA​

Team- Elyria Pioneers
Coach- Mel Rainey
Home Course- Carlisle Golf Course

2021 Recap- 16th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Zachary Chavalia- 12th
Ryan Chavalia- 10th
Kloe Koepp- 12th

MIDVIEW​

Team- Midview Middies
Coach- Kyle Zimmer
Home Course- Brentwood
Twitter- @MidviewBoysGolf

2021 Recap- 6-6 overall, 2-5 conference, 9th sectional

Returning Players
Bryan Stone- 12th
Steven Allen- 12th
Drew Difranco- 11th

NORTH RIDGEVILLE​

Team- North Ridgeville Rangers
Coach- Mike Belpulsi
Home Course- Pine Brook
Twitter- @coachbelpulsi

2021 Recap- 5-6

Returning Players
Sam Forristal- 12th
Mike Ochall- 11th
Jake Boynar- 12th
Robert Jelinek- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Joe Mealey- 12th
Nick Mealey- 10th
Kyle Urban- 10th

OLMSTED FALLS ☆​

Team- Olmsted Falls Bulldogs
Coach- Damon DeMarco
Home Course- Mallard Creek
Twitter- @OFBoysGolf1

2021 Recap- 6-1 record in SWC, 2nd place overall finish in SWC, lost by 1 shot in SWC Championship. Also had runner up finishes in Comet Invitational and Pioneer Invitational. 5th Place in Sectionals at Greyhawk. Ben Scheeff was an Individual District Qualifier. Scheeff and Sowers return at All SWC 2nd team performers and All NEOGCA Honorable Mention

Returning Players
Ben Scheeff ☆ – 12th
Dylan Sowers- 11th
Jake Platner- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Peyton Katitus- 11th
Lucas Hand- 11th

It will be a true mix of experience and youth in 2022 for the Olmsted Falls Bulldogs. They are returning only one senior, Ben Scheeff, but several talented underclassmen have a chance to step up this year.

WESTLAKE ☆​

Team- Westlake Demons
Coach- John Cuomo

2021 Recap- 16th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Chris Brown ☆ – 12th
Sion Park ☆ – 11th
Michael Ambrosino- 11th
Sam Dossa- 11th
 
SUBURBAN LEAGUE


SUBURBAN LEAGUE​

Format- League Tournaments Only
August 8th- Ellsworth Meadows
August 17th- Pine Hills
September 17th- Windmill Lakes
September 29th- Good Park
☆ – players and teams to watch

AMERICAN DIVISION​

AURORA ☆​

Team- Aurora Greenmen
Coach- Gus Mehallis

2021 Recap- 11th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Max Devins ☆ – 11th
Jude Abbass ☆ – 12th
Charlie Hesse- 12th

BARBERTON​

Team- Barberton Magics
Coach- David Kaser
Home Course- Pine Valley Golf Course
Team Website- barbertonmagics.org
2022 Schedule
Instagram- magics_golf

2021 Recap- Record 3-8. League – 7th place

Returning Players
Marco Silva- 10th
Devin Miller- 11th
Cole Macko- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Carter Macko- 12th
Joseph Hrabusa- 12th
Camren Vessels- 12th

Marco Silva had a fantastic start to his career as a freshman, making 1st team All-Conference. The Magics are looking to make progress this year and build on their youth.

COPLEY​

Team- Copley Indians
Coach- Doug Boerema
Home Course- Firestone Public

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Andrew Whitis- 11th
Sean Nguyen- 10th

CUYAHOGA FALLS​

Team- Cuyahoga Falls Black Tigers
Coach- Ric Blevins
Home Course- Brookledge
Team Website
Twitter- @BlackTigerGolf1

2021 Recap- Dual match record 0-12. Finished in 7th place in Suburban League- American Division

Returning Players
Ethan Sackett- 11th
Nathan Wilson- 11th
Ben Lafleur- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Dylan Paradis- 11th
Liam Watson- 10th
Max Lowe- 12th

The Black Tigers gained some very important experience in 2021. They are an Improving program with hopes to be more competitive over the next couple years. Coach Ric Blevins explains, “Our numbers are good, we lack experience.” Cuyahoga Falls will be led by two juniors and a sophomore this season.

HIGHLAND ☆​

Team- Highland Hornets
Coach- Andrew Dutt
Home Course- Pine Hills

2021 Recap- 2nd in Suburban League American, 3rd place Akron Good Park Sectionals

Returning Players
Joey Kohmann- 12th
Drew Mamer- 11th
Ryan Przybysz- 11th
Nathan Sprutte- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Luke Butcher- 10th
Zach Butcher ☆ – 10th

Coach Andrew Dutt is looking for a big leap from the Hornets’ four returning letter winners. “I would like to compete and be in the mix for the Suburban League title and to get back to districts,” Dutt said. Highland definitely has a good chance of making that happen in 2022 with a good group of returning players and some newcomers who might make an impact.

KENT ROOSEVELT ☆​

Team- Kent Roosevelt Rough Riders
Coach- Ben Curtis
Home Course- Windmill Lakes

2021 Recap- 4th place – Suburban League

Returning Players
Gavin Leslie ☆ – 12th
Peyton Singer- 12th
Liam Curtis ☆ – 10th
Christian Mineo- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Rowan Baynes- 11th
Trevor Lange- 9th
Jack Flynn- 9th
Tommy Kaschak- 9th

REVERE​

Team- Revere Minutemen
Coach- David Archer
Home Course- Fairlawn Country Club
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- 5th Place in Suburban League – American Division, 6 Wins 2 losses in 9 Hole Matches

Returning Players
Grant Banning- 11th
Gio Lucarelli-Devorak- 11th
Drew Malajikian- 11th
Jack Kinder- 10th
Dillon Carlquist- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Vince Ieraci- 11th
Owen Lipstreu- 11th
Andrew Farrow- 11th
Michael Zachary- 10th

A motto that the Revere golf team lives by is, “In this game it’s not about how ‘far’ you hit it, but rather how ‘few’.” Coach David Archer also created one of the more unique traditions in Northeast Ohio Golf. This year the 2nd Annual Revere Golf Friday Night Lights Event will take place on Friday, August 26th at 4:30 at Fairlawn Country Club. In 2021, a gallery of nearly 300 patrons attended and watched the team tee off before then following on the golf course. Coach Archer is available if anyone wants more details.

TALLMADGE​

Team- Tallmadge Blue Devils
Coach- Jon Shomo
Home Course- Brookledge
Twitter- @Tallmadge_BGolf

2021 Recap- 7-5 match record, 3rd place in SLAC

Returning Players
Caleb Fairhurst- 12th
Ty Kester- 12th
Matt Heigelmann- 12th
Drew Dalton- 12th
Will Gergely- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Gabe Jones- 10th
Alex Wise- 11th
Dylan Hartz- 11th

NATIONAL DIVISION​

BRECKSVILLE-BROADVIEW HEIGHTS​

Team- Brecksville-Broadview Heights Bees
Coach- Greg Roderick

2021 Recap- 8th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Mark Sowers ☆ – 12th
Jaden Bibbo- 12th
Lucas Vanden Haute- 11th
Ryan Keco- 12th

HUDSON ☆​

Team- Hudson Explorers
Coach- Matt Villenauve
Home Course- The Country Club of Hudson
Team Website
Twitter- @hudsongolfrocks

2021 Recap- Won the Suburban League National Conference, won Sectionals at Windmill Lakes, 6th place at Districts (Pine Hills).

Returning Players
Sam Fauver ☆ – 10th
Spencer Sizemore- 12th
Callahan Lawler- 11th
James Fliss- 12th

Coach Matt Villenauve is very excited for tryouts this fall. Villenauve states, “I see a few of our guys putting in maximum effort in the off-season. It’s always a thrill when the fellas are ready to fire come August 1st.”

NORDONIA​

Team- Nordonia Knights
Coach- Scott Lawrence
Home Course- Ellsworth Meadows GC
Twitter- @NordoniaGolf
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- 9-holes matches: 5-3, 18-hole Tournaments: Nordonia Classic 333, Suburban #3 @ Windmill Lakes 336, Suburban League (National) Results: 7th Place, Sectional Results: 328, 7th place out of 18 teams

Returning Players
Max Weber ☆ – 12th
Drew Kitzmiller- 11th
Mason Reville ☆ – 12th
Ben Mallis- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Jacob Sutton- 11th
Caden Cook- 10th

This is the most anticipated year Nordonia has had in a handful of years. Returning 4 full-time Varsity Players from last year’s team along with 2 underclassmen with an ample amount of Varsity experience presents the potential for an exciting season for the Nordonia Boys Golf Team.

NORTH ROYALTON ☆​

Team- North Royalton Bears
Coach- Steven Sprunger
Home Course- Hinckley Hills Golf Course
Twitter- @RoyaltonGolf

2021 Recap- 4th place in S.L. National Division

Returning Players
David Swab ☆ – 12th
Aryan Ahlawat- 12th
Lukas Cengic- 11th
Christopher Domke- 12th
Andrew Gold- 12th
Brandon Jenkins- 11th
Garrett Polverine- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Andy Kovalak- 11th
Daniel Lee- 11th
AJ Maruniak- 11th
Charlie Wilson- 10th

Senior David Swab leads the way for the NR Bears according to Coach Steven Sprunger, “David Swab is the real deal. He encourages teammates to go to the range and practice with him.” Swab plays a very rigorous tournament schedule all year long. He looks to play at the college level, and this year hopes to show that he is capable of competing at that level. Garrett Polverine finished strong last season and looks to continue on lowering his scores this upcoming season. Ari Ahlawat has been a great talent addition for the Bears last season and his improvement is critical to the success of the Bears this season. The Bears look to move up in the Suburban League standings this season with the help of returners Andrew Gold, and Christopher Domke, but coach Sprunger is also embracing the upcoming talents of Lukas Cengic, Brandon Jenkins, Charlie Wilson, Daniel Lee and Andy Kovalak to push the varsity scores even lower.

STOW-MUNROE FALLS​

Team- Stow-Munroe Falls Bulldogs
Coach- Chet Feldman
Home Course- Fox Den

2021 Recap- 2nd in league and made District

Returning Players
Ben Skripac ☆ – 12th
Mitch Tyger- 12th
Austin Wilhoit- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Matt Kurtz- 11th
Anderson Hurst- 10th
Cambell Tawney- 10th

The Bulldogs have a good mixture of senior leadership and young talent. Coach Chet Feldman has a superstar on the team. “Ben Skripac is a must-watch player,” Feldman explained. “He didn’t have one score over 80 last season. I am excited to see how are young players respond this year. Our leader is Ben and along with Mitch Tyger and Austin Wilhoit, (who both) have been working very hard in the off season.”

TWINSBURG​

Team- Twinsburg Tigers
Coach- Scott Levey
Home Course- Gleneagles

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Rob Prevette- 10th
Jack Phillips- 11th

Twinsburg is looking forward to competing in the National Division of the Suburban League this season. Sophomore Rob Prevette will be leading the team on the course.

WADSWORTH ☆​

Team- Wadsworth Grizzlies
Coach- Steve Ferris
Home Course- Chippewa Golf Club
Team Website
2022 Schedule- www.whsgrizzlies.com
Twitter- @grizzlyboysgolf

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Andrew Weyand- 12th
Brian Myers- 12th
Jason Moore ☆ – 12th
Landon Blizzard- 10th
Sean Hibbard- 12th
Austin Miller- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Logan Skidmore- 12th
Matt Kittle- 12th
Josh Rhoades- 11th
Ethan Kuzmik- 11th

Things are looking good in Southeastern Medina County. “We have great expectations this season,” explained Wadsworth Head Coach Steve Ferris, who will be taking over a strong Grizzlies team. With 6 returning lettermen, including Andrew Weyand and Brian Myers, who spent the summer playing in many local and regional tournaments, Wadsworth expects to make a run in this year’s state tournament. Ferris will be assisted by Bryce Sedio, who will be coaching the JV team.
 
WAYNE COUNTY ATHLETIC LEAGUE


WAYNE COUNTY ATHLETIC LEAGUE​

Format- Postseason Tournament
☆ – players and teams to watch

CHIPPEWA​

Team- Chippewa Chipps
Coach- Jason Egli

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Ethan Douglas- 12th
Matt Yeagar- 12th
Anthony Kish- 10th
Garrett Sines-11th
Anthony Windows- 10th

DALTON ☆​

Team- Dalton Bulldogs
Coach- Jeff Feller

2021 Recap- 11th at State Tournament

Returning Players
Jaden Schlabach ☆ – 12th
Brendan Lehman- 12th
Todd Brahler- 12th

HILLSDALE​

Team- Hillsdale Falcons
Coach- Mark A. Colter
Home Course- Mohican Golf Course
Team Website
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- 13th at State Tournament

Returning Players
Byron Bickel- 11th
Ty Lantz- 11th
Vincent Scalesi- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Kambin Smith- 10th
Cade Hawley- 9th
Ryan Nalley- 9th
Blake Schwan- 9th

Hillsdale is a young team with four returning lettermen including Dally Meek (playing on the boys team) on the roster. Coach Mark Colter outlined his team’s plan, “Our goals are to compete on a high level and win our conference. Another goal is to advance in the postseason tournaments.”

NORTHWESTERN ☆​

Team- Northwestern Huskies
Coach- Scott St.Clair
Home Course- Mohican Hills Golf Club
Team Website
2022 Schedule

2021 Recap- 3rd place in WCAL, One district qualifier

Returning Players
Joe Buchholz- 12th
Easton Thomas- 11th
Luke Walton- 11th
Tristan Miller- 11th

Northwestern has four returning players and will hope to make a run at the Wayne County League in 2022.

NORWAYNE​

Team- Norwayne Bobcats
Coach- Scott Norman

2021 Recap- 7th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Max Graham- 11th
Gavin Ferguson- 11th
Derek Pumphrey- 11th

SMITHVILLE ☆​

Team- Smithville Smithies
Coach- Jay Winans

2021 Recap- 6th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Gavin Von Almen- 10th
Carter Piatt- 12th
Jered Sanders- 12th
Max Yochheim- 12th

WAYNEDALE ☆​

Team- Waynedale Golden Bears
Coach- Melinda Budd
Home Course- Riceland Golf Course
Team Website

2021 Recap- 20-3 WCAL Team Champions (4th in a row), District Team Qualifier, Ean Miller WCAL player of the year. Deegan Bee State Qualifier

Returning Players
Trey Barkman 12th
Mark Yoder- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Jordan Miller- 9th
Hank Miller- 9th
Brayden Schlabach- 9th
Caden Snyder- 9th
Doug Gingerich- 9th
Adi Werick- 9th
Luke Lorentz- 9th
Braedon Lorentz- 9th
Cooper Reynolds- 9th

Waynedale High School and the entire Wayne County community will be playing in memory of star player Deegan Bee, who tragically passed away in a car accident this summer. Bee was a State Tournament qualifier last year and a beloved teammate.

Waynedale will have two upperclassmen leading the way in 2022, senior Trey Barkman and junior Mark Yoder. “The bottom half of our line up will be young players,” according to Coach Melinda Budd. An impressive group of freshmen coming up gives Waynedale a good amount of hope for this year and the future.
 
WESTERN RESERVE CONFERENCE


WESTERN RESERVE CONFERENCE​

Format- Double Round Robin League Play, Postseason Tournament

CHARDON​

Team- Chardon Hilltoppers
Coach- Al Canitia

2021 Recap- 8th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Sam Sulka- 11th
Tate Goodge- 12th
CJ Goodrich- 12th
Hunter Greco- 12th

EASTLAKE NORTH​

Team- Eastlake North Rangers
Coach- Matt Kozlevcar

2021 Recap- 9th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Tyler Sauric- 12th
Connor Valaitis- 12th
Carson Petrecca- 12th
Steve Okerwall- 12th

KENSTON​

Team- Kenston Bombers
Coach- Bill Germana

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Benjamin Hamilton- 12th

MADISON​

Team- Madison Blue Streaks
Coach- Pat Moran

2021 Recap- 10th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Nolan Thomas- 11th
Adam Gibbons- 11th

MAYFIELD​

Team- Mayfield Wildcats
Coach- Carl DiBernardo

2021 Recap- 6th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Joe Bevack- 12th
Jack Pickerill- 12th
Ben Greenberg- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Thomas Kerns- 9th

RIVERSIDE​

Team- Riverside Beavers
Coach- Mike Pickett, PGA
Home Course- Painesville Country Club

2021 Recap- 5th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Brayden Abbott- 11th
Walker Young- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Declan Jackson- 9th

Mike Pickett and Jim Abbott will take over the Riverside boys golf program in 2022, coming off a season where the team nearly qualified for Districts. Junior Brayden Abbott and sophomore Walker Young are quality players and will be leading the team this season.

WILLOUGHBY SOUTH​

Team- Willoughby South Rebels
Coach- Matt Fundak
Home Course- Manakiki

2021 Recap- 12th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Anthony Frank- 12th
Colin Foley- 12th
Michael Lavisha- 10th

Potential New Contributors
Tyler Hace- 9th
Andrew Schenk- 11th

First year head coach Matt Fundak will inherit a young squad with some experience from last year and will look to build the program off that foundation.
 
INDEPENDENTS


INDEPENDENT BOYS GOLF TEAMS​

☆ – players and teams to watch

BENEDICTINE ☆​

Team- Benedictine Bengals
Coach- Dan McGuigan
Home Course- Highland Park

2021 Recap- 9 wins 5 losses

Returning Players
Michael Pelc- 12th
Ben Andel- 12th
Aiden Kenny- 12th
Sam Ali- 12th
Nicholas Vitantonio- 11th
Ben Trombetto- 11th
Will Misconish- -10th

Benedictine will have heavy senior leadership going into the 2022 season.

BRUSH​

Team- Brush Arcs
Coach- Mike Medve
Home Course- Manakiki

2021 Recap- 14th at Quail Hollow Sectional

Returning Players
Kyle Farrell- 10th
Robert Hill- 11th
Luke Young- 11th
Dylan Taylor- 11th

CANTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC​

Team- Canton Central Catholic Crusaders
Coach- David Oates

2021 Recap- 6th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Michael Duncan- 12th
Anthony Duncan- 10th

CARDINAL MOONEY ☆​

Team- Cardinal Mooney Cardinals
Coach- TBA

2021 Recap- 8th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Rocco Turner ☆ – 11th
Tim Reardon- 12th
Joe Zino- 12th
Laura Baldado- 11th

CONNEAUT​

Team- Conneaut Spartans
Coach- Alex Polchosky

2021 Recap- 13th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Lincoln Wade- 11th
Michael Crist- 11th
Hayden Ciacirlla- 10th

CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN​

Team- Cornerstone Christian Patriots
Coach- Ronald Miller

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Will Archer- 11th
Ava Archer- 10th

ELLET​

Team- Ellet Orangemen
Coach- Kevin Lance

2021 Recap- 14th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Cameron Bartek- 12th
Alex Russell- 12th
Levi Lehman- 12th
Brayden Baxter- 11th

FIRESTONE​

Team- Firestone Falcons
Coach- Scott Westphal
Home Course- Good Park Golf Course

Returning Players
Sterling Sparks- 11th
Aidan Russell- 10th
Noah DiFiore- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Ben Potts- 10th
Larry Trefney-11th

GILMOUR ACADEMY ☆​

Team- Gilmour Lancers
Coach- TBA

2021 Recap- 2nd in D-3 State Tournament

Returning Players
Charlie Tzefronis ☆ – 11th
Aidan McKito ☆ – 11th
Alex Mylen- 12th

HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN​

Team- Heartland Christian Lions
Coach- Jake Schwendiman
Home Course- Flying B
Team Website

2021 Recap- Record: 6-6

Returning Players
Robby Wilson- 12th
Will Morgan- 11th
Jamin Brown- 11th

Potential New Contributors
Landon Linhart- 12th
James Wolf- 12th
Isaac Richards- 11th

ARCHBISHOP HOBAN ☆​

Team- Archbishop Hoban Knights
Coach- Quinn Parker
Home Course- Mud Run / Firestone
Twitter- @hobanboysgolf

2021 Recap- Sectional Champs at Good Park, District Runner-Up at Pine Hills, and Division I State Runner Up at Ohio State

Returning Players
Nolan Haynes ☆ – 12th
Jake Ryan ☆ – 12th
Jack Vojtko ☆ – 11th
Chris Pollak ☆ – 10th

Potential New Contributors
Anthony Gore- 12th
David Deibel- 12th
Charlie Hite- 11th
Kord Ready- 11th
Braden Herstich- 10th
Ray Dress- 10th

Hoban has a lot of depth with many good golfers. “We are looking forward to the opportunity to compete and see what we can accomplish this year,” explained coach Quinn Parker.

LAKE RIDGE ACADEMY​

Team- Lake Ridge Royals
Coach- Freddie Nelson

2021 Recap- 14th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Edgar Moore- 12th

LOUISVILLE ☆​

Team- Louisville Leopards
Coach- Michael McFerren
Home Course- Sleepy Hollow Golf Club – Alliance
Facebook- Louisville Leopard Boys Golf

2021 Recap- 7th at the Tannenhauf Sectional, Jack Mayle qualified as an individual for the District Tournament

Returning Players
Jack Mayle- 11th
Sam Karcher- 12th
Cole Miller- 11th
Zach Root- 11th
Caleb Harsh- 12th
Ian DiMarzio- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Michael Filipowicz- 10th

Louisville is returning all six Varsity letter winners for the 2022 season and have very high hopes for the upcoming season. Head coach Michael McFerren summed up his optimism, “I can’t wait to see what the season holds. We have a solid group of hard working young men that set lofty goals after last season. We look forward to watching them work towards reaching the team and individual goals!” Louisville is also looking to fill out their 2022 schedule and coach McFerren asks any team to contact him if interested.

Massillon​

Team- Massillon Tigers
Coach- Josh Sykora
Home Course- The Legends
2022 Schedule
Twitter- @MTigerBGolf

2021 Recap- 12-4 in matches–2nd place at the Smithville Invitational

Returning Players
Brock Jenkins- 11th
Trey Lautenschleger- 11th
Robert Morgan- 12th

Potential New Contributors
Owen Robinson- 11th

A couple players to watch for the Tigers are juniors Brock Jenkins and Trey Lautenschleger.

OPEN DOOR ☆​

Team- Open Door Patriots
Coach- TBA

2021 Recap- 9th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Blake Hopkins- 11th
Anthony Olivencia- 12th
Titus Sooy- 10th
Ben Corner- 11th
Will Giesbrecht- 10th

ST. EDWARD ☆​

Team- St. Edward Eagles
Coach- David Swan, PGA
Home Course- Red Tail Golf Club
Team Website

2021 Recap- Three First Place Finishes: Bellevue Classic, Weiss Invitational, Oldest High School Tournament in Ohio, Cardinal Classic, Youngstown OH

Returning Players
John Hammond- 12th
Luke Godlewski- 12th
Galvin Hunter- 12th
Tommy Patton- 12th
Gavin Crocker- 12th
Jack Myslenski ☆ – 11th
Thomas Marshall- 11th
MT Polca- 10th

ST. IGNATIUS ☆​

Team- St. Ignatius Wildcats
Coach- PJ Myers
Home Course- Avon Oaks Country Club
Team Website
2022 Schedule
Instagram- @SIHSAthletics

2021 Recap- Division 1 District and State Champions

Returning Players
Nick Piesen ☆ – 12th
Connor Malicki ☆ – 12th
Bradley Chill ☆ – 11th
Julian Dugan ☆ – 11th
Michael O’Leary- 12th

Potential New Contributors
John Thompson- 12th
Ethan Hughes- 12th
Braden Hilditch- 12th

Members of the St. Ignatius golf team have been busy this summer. “The boys are excited to get back to team golf after a long summer competing in AJGA’s, Golfweek, the Western Am, Ohio Open, and 2 players qualifying at Bandon Dunes for the US Junior Am,” explained Coach PJ Myers. “We are grateful for the opportunity to be back together in August!” Senior Nick Piesen (Indiana commit) has had a productive summer after qualifying for the US Junior Am and qualifying for the Western Am and North/South Junior. Fellow Senior Connor Malicki has had a strong summer qualifying for the Sectional Stage of the US Open playing between PGA Tour Players Beau Hossler, Nick Hardy, and Sahith Theegala as well as the US Junior Am. Junior Bradley Chill won the Hudson Junior Invitational, had a runner up finish at the Penn State AJGA, and other top finishes at AJGA events. Junior Julian Dugan has had a very productive summer in AJGA and Golfweek events and put himself in position to be one of the top players for the team.

ST. JOHN​

Team- St. John Heralds
Coach- Kathryn Dutton

2021 Recap- 16th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Bryson Vennitte- 11th
Seb Auchinbaugh- 12th
Emily Hathy- 11th
Grace Biggins- 11th

ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY ☆​

Team- St. Vincent-St. Mary Irish
Coach- James Currie

2021 Recap- 4th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Anthony Hayek- 12th
Patrick Witschey- 12th
Nick Wierzbicki- 10th
Harrison Pumphrey- 11th

UNIVERSITY SCHOOL ☆​

Team- University Preppers
Coach- Mike Sarris
Home Course- Sand Ridge Golf Club
Team Website

2021 Recap- 2nd Place at Sectionals and 7th Place at Districts

Returning Players
Sachin Singh ☆ – 12th
Drew Torzok- 11th
Jon Pinney- 10th
Ethan Roberts- 10th
Adam Sands ☆ – 10th

The Preppers have a rich tradition of golf and look to build on that tradition in 2022.

URSULINE ☆​

Team- Ursuline Irish
Coach- Matt Morgan

2021 Recap- 11th at District Tournament

Returning Players
Thomas Pesa- 11th
Nolan Foelich- 10th
Chase Forsyth- 11th
Cam Forsyth- 11th

VILLA ANGELA-ST. JOSEPH​

Team- VASJ Vikings
Coach- Brian Dunmire

2021 Recap- 11th at Sectionals

Returning Players
Samantha Turk- 12th
Joseph Mascaro- 11th
Matt Locsei- 10th
Quentin Shambley- 12th
 
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