In his 30th season as the coach of the Piqua Indians, Bill Nees is a hall of famer, a state champion, and among Miami Valley football colleagues, the 'dean' of area coaches. Having eclipsed 200 career wins, he prepares for another playoff journey this Friday at Alexander Stadium. First published in 2019, enjoy this 'encore' presentation of an Ohio High School Athletic Association coaching icon.
Upset in the first round of the OHSAA Playoffs last season, Olentangy Berlin parlayed a fast start into a comfortable victory this time, with quarterback Harrison Brewster leading the way. By Chris Miles Powell, OH – In a distance race, it’s often been said, “It’s not how you start; it’s how you finish.” However, in





