Their defense was again the overlooked difference as Tipp frustrated Hamilton Badin at the end in the Division III semi-finals to gain win #12, and another week of films and drama. Game changing interception by Collin Isaac that ended the game in the last minutes of the game. (pictured)
Troy's defense held Wayne's speed in check. But turnovers and an 80-yard punt return cost the Trojans their shot to play in a regional final, bowing to Wayne 20-14. Read Alan Brads in Saturday Press Pros.
A photo for the ages...After 14 years program building and some times of frustration, Howard Garcia and the Tipp Red Devils are finally state champions in volleyball with a four-set win over Bloom-Carroll in Saturday's Division III OHSAA final. (Press Pros Feature Photo by Julie Wright Daniel)
#2-seed Troy withstood a blown lead the the second half to stage a late comeback and redeem a less-than-satisfactory 2024 with a 23-22 Division I playoff win over visiting Hilliard Bradley.
No one saw it coming...The Tipp Red Devils stunned #1-ranked Archbishop Hoban in straight sets Friday to shock the Ohio volleyball community and bring hope for a state title to within a day and overnight's reach. Read more in Friday's Press Pros coverage of the OHSAA state volleyball tournament.
