At the point where Tri-Village’s unbeaten season went south a season ago, the Patriots made short work of their opponent in the regional semifinals and now look to avenge one of their few losses Friday against defending Division IV champion Botkins. Bruce Hooley writes for Press Pros.
Head coach Ryan Day said 24 players composed a leadership council during off-season workouts in order to make sure that the team isn't rudderless in games such as the regular season-ending loss at Michigan. Mark Znidars writes Buckeyes spring football for Press Pros.
It's a novelty to some. A form of cult for others. But however you view ice-fishing, there's a list of do's and don'ts that you'd better learn if and when you try it. I once learned the hard way. Outdoors contributor Jim Abrams writes, sponsored by Olde English Outfitters, in Tipp City, Ohio.
Top-seeded Pickerington Central was on the ropes to upstart Olentangy Liberty, but dug deep for a 7-0 run in the final 41 seconds to win its eighth Division I district title in the past 11 seasons.
Leading by five points at halftime, Marion Local and Jack Knapke (below) blitzed Spencerville in the third quarter of Friday's Division IV district final to claim the title and advance to next week's regional round. Read more in Saturday's Press Pros.