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Sunday, 13 March 2022 / Published in Central Ohio, Central Ohio Feature

Pick Central Thumps Gahanna To Reach Final Four

Devin Royal's 13 first-half points fueled Pick Central's offense, despite Javan Simmons (24) and Eljae Deas (1) effort to stop him, and Pickerington Central's defense never let up all night in a comfortable regional final win over Gahanna Lincoln (PressPros Feature Photos by Brian Bayless).
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Saturday, 12 March 2022 / Published in Central Ohio, Central Ohio Feature

Super Freshman Foils Worthington Christian’s Hopes

Super Teams aren't exclusive to the NBA, it seems, after Purcell Marian's Dee Alexander and the elite talent surrounding her blocked Worthington Christian's path to a Division III state championship (PressPros Feature Photos by Julie McMaken Wright).
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Friday, 11 March 2022 / Published in Central Ohio, Central Ohio Feature

‘Burg Spanks Anthony Wayne, Now Seeks First Title

Awe-inspiring?....Ohio State-bound Mya Perry and West Virginia-bound Imarianah Russell (below) each scored 20 points as Reynoldsburg coasted to its first state tournament win. Next up: A showdown against Mason with the state title on the line. Steve Blackledge writes the girls state tournament for Saturday Press Pros.
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Friday, 11 March 2022 / Published in Central Ohio, Central Ohio Feature

Hartley Girls Go Down HARD To Alter In State Semi-Finals

When you need a hug...Hartley's Aniya Thorne (left) and Morgan Donnelly console each other following Thursday's 69-33 loss to Kettering Alter in the Division II state semi-final game at Dayton's UD Arena. Steve Blackledge writes the story for Friday's Press Pros.
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Thursday, 10 March 2022 / Published in Central Ohio, Central Ohio Feature, Home Features

Worthington Christian’s Stifling Defense Earns Title Chance

What a 'Blessing'...Getting three-pointers from four different players, Worthington Christian flexed its offensive muscle, but the Warriors' defense (Blessing King, below) is what fueled their advance into the Division III girls state championship game. Bruce Hooley writes 2022 girls State Tournament coverage for Press Pros.