OHSAA boys basketball scores for February 27, 2024 in Ohio high school sport.

Alliance Marlington holds off Struthers

Alliance Marlington posted a narrow 59-55 win over Struthers in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Struthers faced off against Canfield South Range and Alliance Marlington took on Canton South on Feb. 22 at Canton South High School.

Barnesville secures multi-overtime win over Lore City Buckeye Trail

Barnesville grabbed the final advantage in a 55-46 overtime victory over Lore City Buckeye Trail in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Barnesville opened with a 15-6 advantage over Lore City Buckeye Trail through the first quarter.

The Warriors showed their teeth in the second quarter by rallying to within 24-21.

Barnesville and Lore City Buckeye Trail each scored in the third quarter.

Nothing was decided in the fourth quarter, with the Shamrocks and the Warriors locked in a 40-40 stalemate.

Nothing was decided in the first overtime period, with Barnesville and Lore City Buckeye Trail locked in a 46-46 stalemate.

The Shamrocks held on with a 9-0 scoring edge in the second overtime period.

Last season, Lore City Buckeye Trail and Barnesville squared off on Dec. 2, 2022 at Barnesville High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Lore City Buckeye Trail faced off against Malvern and Barnesville took on Bellaire on Feb. 15 at Barnesville High School.

Belmont Union Local denies Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley’s challenge

Belmont Union Local collected a solid win over Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley in a 66-51 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Belmont Union Local on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Belmont Union Local faced off against Martins Ferry and Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley took on Alliance Marlington on Feb. 20 at Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley High School.

Beloit West Branch holds off Youngstown East

Beloit West Branch posted a narrow 50-47 win over Youngstown East in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last season, Youngstown East and Beloit West Branch faced off on Jan. 3, 2023 at Youngstown East High School.

In recent action on Feb. 23, Beloit West Branch faced off against Columbiana Heartland.

Berlin Hiland tops Beallsville

Berlin Hiland dismissed Beallsville by a 64-9 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Berlin Hiland faced off against Millersburg West Holmes and Beallsville took on Weirton Madonna on Feb. 20 at Weirton Madonna High School.

Berlin Center Western Reserve slips past Wellsville

Berlin Center Western Reserve topped Wellsville 54-50 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Wellsville faced off against Youngstown Valley Christian and Berlin Center Western Reserve took on Youngstown Urban Scholars on Feb. 20 at Berlin Center Western Reserve High School.

Bexley edges past Columbus Hamilton Township in tough test

Bexley finally found a way to top Columbus Hamilton Township 47-42 in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

Last season, Bexley and Columbus Hamilton Township squared off on Jan. 25, 2023 at Bexley High School.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Columbus Hamilton Township faced off against Amanda-Clearcreek and Bexley took on Delaware Buckeye Valley on Feb. 13 at Bexley High School.

Bowling Green Otsego finds OT victory against Sherwood Fairview

Bowling Green Otsego topped Sherwood Fairview in a 60-53 overtime thriller for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Bowling Green Otsego faced off against Millbury Lake and Sherwood Fairview took on Defiance Tinora on Feb. 20 at Sherwood Fairview High School.

Bridgeport exhales after close call with Bowerston Conotton Valley

Bridgeport topped Bowerston Conotton Valley 54-53 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

Last season, Bowerston Conotton Valley and Bridgeport squared off on Feb. 7, 2023 at Bowerston Conotton Valley High School.

In recent action on Feb. 13, Bridgeport faced off against Hannibal River and Bowerston Conotton Valley took on Uhrichsville Claymont on Feb. 17 at Uhrichsville Claymont High School.

Brookfield outlasts Hanoverton United

Brookfield handed Hanoverton United a tough 52-38 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Hanoverton United High on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Hanoverton United faced off against Columbiana Crestview and Brookfield took on Warren Champion on Feb. 22 at Brookfield High School.

Bryan pushes over Port Clinton

Bryan handed Port Clinton a tough 58-48 loss in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

Port Clinton showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 11-8 advantage over Bryan as the first quarter ended.

The Redskins moved ahead by earning a 21-20 advantage over the Golden Bears at the end of the second quarter.

Bryan broke in front at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 36-33 lead over Port Clinton.

The Golden Bears held on with a 22-15 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Bryan faced off against Paulding and Port Clinton took on Millbury Lake on Feb. 13 at Millbury Lake High School.

Bucyrus exhales after close call with Northwood

Bucyrus topped Northwood 72-66 in a tough tilt on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

The first quarter gave Bucyrus a 24-15 lead over Northwood.

The tables turned a bit at halftime when the Rangers got within 35-32.

The gap remained steady with both teams scoring evenly in the third quarter.

The Redmen held on with a 22-19 scoring edge in the final quarter.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Northwood faced off against Elmore Woodmore and Bucyrus took on Mt Blanchard Riverdale on Feb. 20 at Bucyrus High School.

Cadiz Harrison Central tacks win on Bellaire

Cadiz Harrison Central handled Bellaire 74-30 in an impressive showing in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

The first quarter gave Cadiz Harrison Central a 22-12 lead over Bellaire.

The Huskies opened a lopsided 40-20 gap over the Big Reds at the half.

Cadiz Harrison Central stormed to a 63-28 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Huskies held on with a 11-2 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Bellaire and Cadiz Harrison Central squared off on Dec. 29, 2022 at Bellaire High School.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Cadiz Harrison Central faced off against St Clairsville and Bellaire took on Barnesville on Feb. 15 at Barnesville High School.

Canal Winchester Harvest Prep prevails over Columbus International

Canal Winchester Harvest Prep’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Columbus International 110-34 at Canal Winchester Harvest Prep High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Canal Winchester Harvest Prep faced off against Akron Buchtel and Columbus International took on Westerville Northside Christian on Feb. 17 at Westerville Northside Christian School.

Canfield routs Akron East

Canfield unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Akron East 61-33 Tuesday in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Canfield faced off against East Liverpool.

Canton Central Catholic overwhelms Massillon Tuslaw

Canton Central Catholic’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Massillon Tuslaw 78-33 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last season, Canton Central Catholic and Massillon Tuslaw squared off on Dec. 3, 2022 at Canton Central Catholic High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Canton Central Catholic faced off against Canal Fulton Northwest and Massillon Tuslaw took on New Franklin Manchester on Feb. 20 at New Franklin Manchester High School.

Canton South pockets slim win over Parma Padua

Canton South posted a narrow 65-60 win over Parma Padua for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Canton South High on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Canton South faced off against Alliance Marlington and Parma Padua took on Mentor Lake Catholic on Feb. 17 at Parma Padua Franciscan High School.

Bloom-Carroll secures a win over Whitehall-Yearling

Bloom-Carroll eventually beat Whitehall-Yearling 55-41 in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 16, Whitehall-Yearling squared off with Columbus Bishop Ready in a basketball game.

Castalia Margaretta crushes Kansas Lakota

Castalia Margaretta scored early and often to roll over Kansas Lakota 62-38 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

Castalia Margaretta pulled in front of Kansas Lakota 24-7 to begin the second quarter.

The Polar Bears registered a 47-16 advantage at halftime over the Raiders.

Castalia Margaretta jumped to a 58-25 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Raiders rallied in the fourth quarter, but the Polar Bears skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Castalia Margaretta faced off against Genoa and Kansas Lakota took on Northwood on Feb. 17 at Northwood High School.

Cedarville claims victory against Union City Mississinawa Valley

Cedarville grabbed a 66-49 victory at the expense of Union City Mississinawa Valley for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Cedarville faced off against Sidney Fairlawn and Union City Mississinawa Valley took on New Lebanon Dixie on Feb. 16 at New Lebanon Dixie High School.

Celina defeats Van Wert

Celina dominated from start to finish in an imposing 61-41 win over Van Wert in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

Celina opened with a 12-10 advantage over Van Wert through the first quarter.

The Bulldogs fought to a 24-22 halftime margin at the Cougars’ expense.

Celina jumped to a 43-37 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Bulldogs got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with an 18-4 edge.

Last season, Van Wert and Celina faced off on Dec. 9, 2022 at Van Wert High School.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Celina faced off against Wapakoneta and Van Wert took on Elida on Feb. 16 at Van Wert High School.

Chagrin Falls secures a win over Columbiana

Chagrin Falls pushed past Columbiana for a 45-35 win for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Columbiana faced off against Berlin Center Western Reserve and Chagrin Falls took on Perry on Feb. 13 at Perry High School.

Chardon NDCL narrowly defeats Chesterland West Geauga

Chardon NDCL eventually beat Chesterland West Geauga 50-34 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Chesterland West Geauga faced off against Cortland Lakeview and Chardon NDCL took on Twinsburg on Feb. 20 at Chardon Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School.

Cincinnati Elder takes down Cincinnati Withrow

Cincinnati Elder’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Cincinnati Withrow 66-40 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 21, Cincinnati Elder faced off against Cincinnati Colerain and Cincinnati Withrow took on Cincinnati Hughes on Feb. 13 at Cincinnati Hughes High School.

Cincinnati McNicholas rides to cruise-control win over Batavia

Cincinnati McNicholas handled Batavia 73-39 in an impressive showing for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Batavia High on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Batavia faced off against Mt Orab Western Brown and Cincinnati McNicholas took on Franklin Bishop Fenwick on Feb. 17 at Franklin Bishop Fenwick High School.

Cincinnati Miami Valley Christian prevails over Hamilton New Miami

Cincinnati Miami Valley Christian unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Hamilton New Miami 63-27 Tuesday at Cincinnati Miami Valley Christian Academy on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 13, Cincinnati Miami Valley Christian faced off against Franklin Middletown Christian.

Cincinnati Moeller overwhelms Cincinnati Walnut Hills

Cincinnati Moeller raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 66-39 win over Cincinnati Walnut Hills on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Cincinnati Moeller faced off against Oxford Talawanda and Cincinnati Walnut Hills took on Cincinnati Summit on Feb. 13 at Cincinnati Summit Country Day School.

Cincinnati Taft overcomes deficit to defeat Reading

Reading cut in front to start, but Cincinnati Taft answered the challenge to collect an 86-59 victory in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Reading started on steady ground by forging an 18-17 lead over Cincinnati Taft at the end of the first quarter.

The Senators kept a 41-36 halftime margin at the Blue Devils’ expense.

Cincinnati Taft jumped to a 60-46 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Senators got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 26-13 edge.

Cincinnati Western Hills earns stressful win over Middletown

Cincinnati Western Hills finally found a way to top Middletown 55-52 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 23, Middletown squared off with Cincinnati Northwest in a basketball game.

Cincinnati Turpin comes up short in matchup with Cincinnati Winton Woods

Cincinnati Winton Woods collected a solid win over Cincinnati Turpin in a 55-38 verdict on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Cincinnati Turpin and Cincinnati Winton Woods faced off on Jan. 27, 2023 at Cincinnati Turpin High School.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Cincinnati Winton Woods faced off against Trenton Edgewood and Cincinnati Turpin took on Cincinnati La Salle on Feb. 13 at Cincinnati La Salle High School.

Cleveland Bard slips past Warren Champion

Cleveland Bard topped Warren Champion 52-46 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Warren Champion faced off against Brookfield.

Cleveland Glenville takes down Girard

Cleveland Glenville dominated Girard 78-34 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 14, Cleveland Glenville faced off against Cleveland Rhodes and Girard took on Leavittsburg LaBrae on Feb. 20 at Leavittsburg LaBrae High School.

Clyde collects victory over Maumee

Clyde handed Maumee a tough 66-53 loss during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Clyde faced off against Tiffin Columbian and Maumee took on Holgate on Feb. 20 at Holgate High School.

Columbia Station Columbia routs Warren Lordstown

Columbia Station Columbia dominated from start to finish in an imposing 97-28 win over Warren Lordstown in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 23, Warren Lordstown squared off with Vienna Mathews in a basketball game.

Columbiana Crestview denies East Palestine’s challenge

Columbiana Crestview handed East Palestine a tough 59-49 loss during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Columbiana Crestview faced off against Youngstown Liberty and East Palestine took on Warren Lordstown on Feb. 13 at East Palestine High School.

Columbiana Heartland dominates Southington Chalker

Columbiana Heartland unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Southington Chalker 93-49 Tuesday in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last time Columbiana Heartland and Southington Chalker played in a 70-43 game on Jan. 6, 2023.

In recent action on Feb. 23, Columbiana Heartland faced off against Beloit West Branch and Southington Chalker took on North Jackson Jackson-Milton on Feb. 20 at North Jackson Jackson-Milton High School.

Columbus Bishop Hartley scores fast, scores a lot to dismiss Columbus East

An early dose of momentum helped Columbus Bishop Hartley to a 77-30 runaway past Columbus East on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Columbus Bishop Hartley faced off against Johnstown and Columbus East took on Lowellville on Feb. 16 at Columbus East High School.

Columbus Bishop Ready darts by Marengo Highland

Columbus Bishop Ready dominated from start to finish in an imposing 65-42 win over Marengo Highland for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Columbus Bishop Ready on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Columbus Bishop Ready faced off against Whitehall-Yearling and Marengo Highland took on Loudonville on Feb. 20 at Loudonville High School.

Columbus Horizon edges past Cardington-Lincoln in tough test

Columbus Horizon posted a narrow 71-69 win over Cardington-Lincoln on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Feb. 15, Cardington-Lincoln squared off with Delaware Christian in a basketball game.

Columbus St. Francis DeSales holds off Hilliard Davidson

Columbus St. Francis DeSales topped Hilliard Davidson 44-36 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Columbus St Francis DeSales faced off against Columbus Bishop Watterson and Hilliard Davidson took on Grove City on Feb. 20 at Grove City High School.

Columbus Walnut Ridge tops Gahanna Lincoln

Columbus Walnut Ridge eventually beat Gahanna Lincoln 59-40 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last time Gahanna Lincoln and Columbus Walnut Ridge played in a 71-61 game on Jan. 7, 2023.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Gahanna Lincoln faced off against Pickerington North.

KIPP Columbus tops Baltimore Liberty Union in extra frame

KIPP Columbus took full advantage of overtime to defeat Baltimore Liberty Union 45-39 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

The first quarter gave KIPP Columbus a 9-5 lead over Baltimore Liberty Union.

The Jaguars registered a 15-10 advantage at halftime over the Lions.

Baltimore Liberty Union came from behind to grab the advantage heading to the fourth quarter over KIPP Columbus 26-22.

Nothing was decided in the final quarter, with the Jaguars and the Lions locked in a 39-39 stalemate.

KIPP Columbus held on with a 6-0 scoring edge in the first overtime period.

In recent action on Feb. 16, KIPP Columbus faced off against Columbus Whetstone and Baltimore Liberty Union took on New Philadelphia on Feb. 22 at Baltimore Liberty Union High School.

Columbus Grove narrowly defeats Bluffton

Columbus Grove collected a solid win over Bluffton in a 70-59 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

The two teams dueled to an even start, with Columbus Grove and Bluffton settling for a 13-13 first-quarter knot.

The Bulldogs registered a 37-30 advantage at halftime over the Pirates.

Bluffton tried to dig out of the hole by climbing within 50-46 in the third quarter.

The Bulldogs got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 20-13 edge.

Last season, Bluffton and Columbus Grove faced off on Feb. 3, 2023 at Bluffton High School.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Bluffton faced off against Harrod Allen East and Columbus Grove took on Miller City on Feb. 17 at Miller City High School.

Cortland Maplewood overwhelms Ashtabula St. John

Cortland Maplewood controlled the action to earn an impressive 81-52 win against Ashtabula St. John in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Cortland Maplewood faced off against Mineral Ridge and Ashtabula St John took on Conneaut on Feb. 13 at Ashtabula Saint John School.

Coshocton exhales after close call with Magnolia Sandy Valley

Coshocton posted a narrow 47-38 win over Magnolia Sandy Valley at Magnolia Sandy Valley High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Magnolia Sandy Valley faced off against Lore City Buckeye Trail and Coshocton took on Uhrichsville Claymont on Feb. 22 at Coshocton High School.

Creston Norwayne dominates Mogadore Field in convincing showing

It was a tough night for Mogadore Field which was overmatched by Creston Norwayne in this 66-25 verdict.

The first quarter gave Creston Norwayne a 22-10 lead over Mogadore Field.

The Bobcats fought to a 39-23 halftime margin at the Falcons’ expense.

Creston Norwayne pulled to a 55-25 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Bobcats held on with a 11-0 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Recently on Feb. 16, Mogadore Field squared off with Peninsula Woodridge in a basketball game.

Dayton Chaminade Julienne denies Urbana’s challenge

Dayton Chaminade Julienne notched a win against Urbana 61-42 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Urbana faced off against Eaton and Dayton Chaminade Julienne took on Kettering Alter on Feb. 17 at Dayton Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School.

Defiance escapes Upper Sandusky in thin win

Defiance finally found a way to top Upper Sandusky 49-41 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Tough to find an edge early, Defiance and Upper Sandusky fashioned a 7-7 stalemate through the first quarter.

The Rams jumped a close margin over the Bulldogs as both teams headed to make end of the second quarter adjustments.

Upper Sandusky had a 32-30 edge on Defiance at the beginning of the fourth quarter.

A 19-9 scoring edge in the final quarter fueled the Bulldogs’ defeat of the Rams.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Defiance faced off against Ottawa-Glandorf.

Delaware Hayes dominates Logan

Delaware Hayes dominated from start to finish in an imposing 76-37 win over Logan in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Delaware Hayes faced off against Columbus Franklin Heights and Logan took on Vincent Warren on Feb. 16 at Logan High School.

Delaware Olentangy Berlin barely beats Pataskala Watkins Memorial

Delaware Olentangy Berlin finally found a way to top Pataskala Watkins Memorial 45-42 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Pataskala Watkins Memorial faced off against Pataskala Licking Heights and Delaware Olentangy Berlin took on Thomas Worthington on Feb. 16 at Thomas Worthington High School.

Dresden Tri-Valley bests Byesville Meadowbrook

It was a tough night for Byesville Meadowbrook which was overmatched by Dresden Tri-Valley in this 69-18 verdict.

The first quarter gave Dresden Tri-Valley a 16-2 lead over Byesville Meadowbrook.

The Scotties opened a mammoth 39-10 gap over the Colts at the half.

Dresden Tri-Valley jumped to a 58-13 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Scotties held on with a 11-5 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last season, Dresden Tri-Valley and Byesville Meadowbrook squared off on Dec. 6, 2022 at Byesville Meadowbrook High School.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Dresden Tri-Valley faced off against Thornville Sheridan and Byesville Meadowbrook took on Cambridge on Feb. 20 at Byesville Meadowbrook High School.

Dublin Coffman bests Columbus Worthington Kilbourne

It was a tough night for Columbus Worthington Kilbourne which was overmatched by Dublin Coffman in this 67-47 verdict.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Dublin Coffman faced off against Lancaster and Columbus Worthington Kilbourne took on Westerville South on Feb. 16 at Westerville South High School.

East Canton dominates Youngstown Urban Scholars

East Canton earned a convincing 78-32 win over Youngstown Urban Scholars on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 20, East Canton faced off against Richmond Edison and Youngstown Urban Scholars took on Berlin Center Western Reserve on Feb. 20 at Berlin Center Western Reserve High School.

East Cleveland Shaw overpowers Ravenna in thorough fashion

East Cleveland Shaw rolled past Ravenna for a comfortable 66-41 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, East Cleveland Shaw faced off against Lyndhurst Brush.

Fairport Harbor Fairport delivers statement win over Oberlin

It was a tough night for Oberlin which was overmatched by Fairport Harbor Fairport in this 76-45 verdict.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Fairport Harbor Fairport faced off against Willoughby Cornerstone.

Fayetteville-Perry routs Franklin Middletown Christian

Fayetteville-Perry raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 76-45 win over Franklin Middletown Christian in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Fayetteville-Perry faced off against Hillsboro and Franklin Middletown Christian took on Cincinnati Miami Valley Christian on Feb. 13 at Cincinnati Miami Valley Christian Academy.

Findlay Liberty-Benton prevails over Carey

Findlay Liberty-Benton recorded a big victory over Carey 59-37 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

Last time Findlay Liberty-Benton and Carey played in a 38-37 game on Feb. 24, 2023.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Carey faced off against New Riegel and Findlay Liberty-Benton took on Lima Central Catholic on Feb. 20 at Findlay Liberty-Benton High School.

Gahanna Columbus Academy darts past West Jefferson with early burst

A swift early pace pushed Gahanna Columbus Academy past West Jefferson Tuesday 61-16 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Gahanna Columbus Academy faced off against Worthington Christian and West Jefferson took on Columbus Tree of Life on Feb. 13 at West Jefferson High School.

Galion sprints past Bellville Clear Fork

Galion grabbed a 60-44 victory at the expense of Bellville Clear Fork in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last season, Galion and Bellville Clear Fork faced off on Dec. 8, 2022 at Bellville Clear Fork High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Galion faced off against Galion Northmor and Bellville Clear Fork took on Mansfield Madison on Feb. 20 at Bellville Clear Fork High School.

Garrettsville Garfield secures a win over Cortland Lakeview

Garrettsville Garfield collected a solid win over Cortland Lakeview in a 55-44 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Cortland Lakeview High on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Cortland Lakeview faced off against Chesterland West Geauga and Garrettsville Garfield took on Bristolville Bristol on Feb. 20 at Bristolville Bristol High School.

Gates Mills Gilmour overwhelms Cleveland St. Martin de Porres

Gates Mills Gilmour scored early and often to roll over Cleveland St. Martin de Porres 79-29 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Gates Mills Gilmour faced off against Cleveland Rhodes and Cleveland St Martin de Porres took on Austinburg Grand River on Feb. 16 at Austinburg Grand River Academy.

Geneva SPIRE claims victory against Austinburg Grand River

Geneva SPIRE grabbed a 64-54 victory at the expense of Austinburg Grand River on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Austinburg Grand River faced off against Cleveland St Martin de Porres and Geneva SPIRE took on Wheeling Linsly on Feb. 17 at Geneva SPIRE Institute.

Gnadenhutten Indian Valley earns stressful win over Wintersville Indian Creek

Gnadenhutten Indian Valley finally found a way to top Wintersville Indian Creek 62-54 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Gnadenhutten Indian Valley High on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Gnadenhutten Indian Valley faced off against Malvern and Wintersville Indian Creek took on Toronto on Feb. 15 at Toronto Jr./Sr. High School.

Granville edges past Columbus Eastmoor in tough test

Granville posted a narrow 52-46 win over Columbus Eastmoor during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Granville faced off against Zanesville and Columbus Eastmoor took on Columbus Beechcroft on Feb. 15 at Columbus Eastmoor Academy.

Grove City collects victory over Columbus St. Charles

Grove City pushed past Columbus St. Charles for a 53-37 win at Columbus St. Charles High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Feb. 22, Grove City squared off with Marysville in a basketball game.

Groveport Madison holds off Pataskala Licking Heights

Groveport Madison topped Pataskala Licking Heights 39-31 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Pataskala Licking Heights faced off against Westerville South and Groveport Madison took on Grove City Central Crossing on Feb. 16 at Groveport Madison High School.

Hannibal River holds off Toronto

Hannibal River topped Toronto 47-45 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Toronto faced off against Matamoras Frontier and Hannibal River took on Steubenville on Feb. 20 at Hannibal River High School.

Harrod Allen East thwarts Mt. Blanchard Riverdale’s quest

Harrod Allen East eventually beat Mt. Blanchard Riverdale 62-49 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Harrod Allen East faced off against Lima Bath and Mt Blanchard Riverdale took on Bucyrus on Feb. 20 at Bucyrus High School.

Heath escapes Marion Pleasant in thin win

Heath finally found a way to top Marion Pleasant 50-46 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

Marion Pleasant showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 14-12 advantage over Heath as the first quarter ended.

The Spartans proved they would be a force to be reckoned with by building a 25-21 advantage over the Bulldogs at the half.

The scoreboard showed Marion Pleasant with a 35-33 lead over Heath heading into the third quarter.

It took a 17-11 rally, but the Bulldogs were up to the task, grabbing the lead for good in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Heath faced off against Hebron Lakewood and Marion Pleasant took on Kenton on Feb. 17 at Marion Pleasant High School.

Hilliard Bradley routs Columbus Briggs

Hilliard Bradley handled Columbus Briggs 72-22 in an impressive showing at Hilliard Bradley High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Feb. 16, Hilliard Bradley squared off with Dublin Coffman in a basketball game.

Holland Springfield outlasts Toledo Bowsher

Holland Springfield notched a win against Toledo Bowsher 57-42 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 20, Holland Springfield squared off with Napoleon in a basketball game.

Jefferson escapes Bay Village Bay in thin win

Jefferson finally found a way to top Bay Village Bay 71-70 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 23, Jefferson faced off against Perry.

Jeromesville Hillsdale dominates Salineville Southern

Jeromesville Hillsdale earned a convincing 86-14 win over Salineville Southern at Jeromesville Hillsdale High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Feb. 20, Jeromesville Hillsdale squared off with Strasburg in a basketball game.

Johnstown Northridge crushes Columbus Grandview Heights

Johnstown Northridge handled Columbus Grandview Heights 71-48 in an impressive showing in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Johnstown Northridge faced off against Mt Vernon and Columbus Grandview Heights took on Gahanna Columbus Academy on Feb. 13 at Columbus Grandview Heights High School.

Kirtland tops Rootstown

Kirtland recorded a big victory over Rootstown 83-56 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Kirtland faced off against Burton Berkshire and Rootstown took on Warren Kennedy on Feb. 23 at Rootstown High School.

La Grange Keystone claims victory against Manchester

La Grange Keystone pushed past Manchester for a 67-51 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Lewis Center Olentangy Orange defeats Columbus Whetstone

Lewis Center Olentangy Orange handled Columbus Whetstone 79-17 in an impressive showing in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Lewis Center Olentangy Orange faced off against Powell Olentangy Liberty and Columbus Whetstone took on KIPP Columbus on Feb. 16 at Columbus Whetstone High School.

Lewistown Indian Lake sets early tone to dominate Middletown Madison

Lewistown Indian Lake took control early and methodically pulled away to beat Middletown Madison 80-48 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 20, Lewistown Indian Lake squared off with Springfield Greenon in a basketball game.

Liberty Center earns solid win over Swanton

Liberty Center knocked off Swanton 44-32 at Liberty Center High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Swanton and Liberty Center played in a 60-51 game on Feb. 24, 2023.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Liberty Center faced off against Bowling Green Otsego and Swanton took on Stryker on Feb. 20 at Swanton High School.

Lima overcomes Mansfield Madison

Lima knocked off Mansfield Madison 60-41 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Lima faced off against Lima Central Catholic and Mansfield Madison took on Bellville Clear Fork on Feb. 20 at Bellville Clear Fork High School.

Lockland crushes Cincinnati Oyler

Lockland rolled past Cincinnati Oyler for a comfortable 80-47 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Lockland faced off against Fairfield Cincinnati Christian.

Lorain Clearview rides to cruise-control win over Wickliffe

Lorain Clearview controlled the action to earn an impressive 77-55 win against Wickliffe for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

Lorain Clearview jumped in front of Wickliffe 19-14 to begin the second quarter.

The Clippers opened a tight 38-24 gap over the Blue Devils at halftime.

Lorain Clearview charged to a 54-38 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Clippers held on with a 23-17 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Recently on Feb. 20, Wickliffe squared off with Beachwood in a basketball game.

Malvern prevails over West Lafayette Ridgewood

Malvern earned a convincing 76-43 win over West Lafayette Ridgewood in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Malvern opened with a 21-12 advantage over West Lafayette Ridgewood through the first quarter.

The Hornets fought to a 41-22 halftime margin at the Generals’ expense.

Malvern pulled to a 61-31 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Hornets got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 15-12 edge.

Last season, Malvern and West Lafayette Ridgewood faced off on Feb. 24, 2023 at Malvern High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Malvern faced off against Lore City Buckeye Trail and West Lafayette Ridgewood took on New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Central Catholic on Feb. 17 at New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School.

Marion Harding secures a win over Lewis Center Olentangy

Marion Harding handed Lewis Center Olentangy a tough 64-45 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Marion Harding faced off against Galion and Lewis Center Olentangy took on Marysville on Feb. 16 at Marysville High School.

Martins Ferry earns stressful win over Beverly Fort Frye

Martins Ferry posted a narrow 58-54 win over Beverly Fort Frye in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Martins Ferry faced off against Belmont Union Local and Beverly Fort Frye took on Wheeling Central Catholic on Feb. 15 at Beverly Fort Frye High School.

McDonald secures a win over Kidron Central Christian

McDonald knocked off Kidron Central Christian 50-37 in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 13, McDonald faced off against Cortland Maplewood and Kidron Central Christian took on New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Central Catholic on Feb. 22 at Kidron Central Christian School.

Medina Christian overwhelms Leetonia

Medina Christian earned a convincing 53-33 win over Leetonia in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 13, Leetonia faced off against Columbiana Heartland.

Mentor Lake Catholic slips past Andover Pymatuning Valley

Mentor Lake Catholic topped Andover Pymatuning Valley 64-59 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Andover Pymatuning Valley faced off against Warren Champion and Mentor Lake Catholic took on Elyria Catholic on Feb. 20 at Elyria Catholic High School.

Middlefield Cardinal slips past North Jackson Jackson-Milton

Middlefield Cardinal topped North Jackson Jackson-Milton 45-43 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at North Jackson Jackson-Milton High on Feb. 27.

Middlefield Cardinal opened with a 10-6 advantage over North Jackson Jackson-Milton through the first quarter.

The Huskies opened a close 27-18 gap over the Blue Jays at halftime.

North Jackson Jackson-Milton bowed its back in the third quarter, chipping the deficit to 44-43.

The Huskies held on with a 1-0 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Feb. 22, North Jackson Jackson-Milton faced off against Warren Lordstown and Middlefield Cardinal took on Fairport Harbor Fairport on Feb. 16 at Fairport Harbor Fairport Harding High School.

Milford Center Fairbanks claims tight victory against Fredericktown

Milford Center Fairbanks finally found a way to top Fredericktown 45-43 at Milford Center Fairbanks High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Millbury Lake posts win at Huron’s expense

Millbury Lake knocked off Huron 72-61 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Millbury Lake High on Feb. 27.

The start wasn’t the problem for Huron, as it began with a 24-23 edge over Millbury Lake through the end of the first quarter.

The Flyers’ shooting jumped in front for a 33-29 lead over the Tigers at halftime.

Millbury Lake jumped to a 49-39 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Flyers held on with a 23-22 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last season, Huron and Millbury Lake squared off on Feb. 22, 2023 at Huron High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Millbury Lake faced off against Bowling Green Otsego and Huron took on Toledo Woodward on Feb. 17 at Huron High School.

Minerva rides to cruise-control win over East Liverpool Beaver

Minerva controlled the action to earn an impressive 80-59 win against East Liverpool Beaver in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

The first quarter gave Minerva a 21-11 lead over East Liverpool Beaver.

The Lions registered a 38-26 advantage at intermission over the Beavers.

Minerva charged to a 56-38 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Lions held on with a 24-21 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, East Liverpool Beaver and Minerva faced off on Feb. 14, 2023 at East Liverpool Beaver Local High School.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Minerva faced off against Columbiana Heartland and East Liverpool Beaver took on Salem on Feb. 13 at East Liverpool Beaver Local High School.

Morrow Little Miami earns stressful win over Cincinnati Anderson

Morrow Little Miami topped Cincinnati Anderson 59-55 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Morrow Little Miami High on Feb. 27.

Last season, Cincinnati Anderson and Morrow Little Miami faced off on Feb. 7, 2023 at Cincinnati Anderson High School.

Recently on Feb. 22, Morrow Little Miami squared off with Goshen in a basketball game.

Napoleon delivers statement win over Lima Bath

Napoleon raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 57-32 win over Lima Bath in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Napoleon faced off against Holland Springfield and Lima Bath took on St Henry on Feb. 19 at St Henry Saint Henry High School.

New Albany tops Thomas Worthington

New Albany earned a convincing 49-24 win over Thomas Worthington in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, New Albany faced off against Westerville Central and Thomas Worthington took on Delaware Olentangy Berlin on Feb. 16 at Thomas Worthington High School.

New Concord John Glenn dominates Duncan Falls Philo

New Concord John Glenn left no doubt on Tuesday, controlling Duncan Falls Philo from start to finish for a 64-31 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

New Concord John Glenn opened with a 23-12 advantage over Duncan Falls Philo through the first quarter.

The Little Muskies’ offense charged in front for a 36-21 lead over the Electrics at the intermission.

New Concord John Glenn thundered to a 51-25 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Little Muskies got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 13-6 edge.

Last season, New Concord John Glenn and Duncan Falls Philo faced off on Jan. 27, 2023 at Duncan Falls Philo High School.

In recent action on Feb. 23, New Concord John Glenn faced off against Zanesville Maysville and Duncan Falls Philo took on Warsaw River View on Feb. 16 at Duncan Falls Philo High School.

New Madison Tri-Village overwhelms Springfield Northwestern

New Madison Tri-Village handled Springfield Northwestern 71-26 in an impressive showing on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Feb. 20, New Madison Tri-Village faced off against West Milton Milton-Union.

Newark rides to cruise-control win over Chillicothe

Newark recorded a big victory over Chillicothe 55-22 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Newark faced off against Lancaster and Chillicothe took on Grove City Central Crossing on Feb. 20 at Grove City Central Crossing High School.

Newark Licking Valley tops Delaware Buckeye Valley in extra frame

Newark Licking Valley topped Delaware Buckeye Valley in a 60-59 overtime thriller in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Newark Licking Valley faced off against Centerburg and Delaware Buckeye Valley took on Bexley on Feb. 13 at Bexley High School.

Newton Falls posts win at Doylestown Chippewa’s expense

Newton Falls grabbed a 47-37 victory at the expense of Doylestown Chippewa in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 16, Newton Falls squared off with Windham in a basketball game.

Oak Harbor edges past Milan Edison in tough test

Oak Harbor posted a narrow 61-52 win over Milan Edison for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

Last season, Oak Harbor and Milan Edison faced off on Jan. 20, 2023 at Oak Harbor High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Oak Harbor faced off against Rossford.

Oregon Cardinal Stritch exhales after close call with Collins Western Reserve

Oregon Cardinal Stritch topped Collins Western Reserve 60-53 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

The start wasn’t the problem for Collins Western Reserve, as it began with a 13-12 edge over Oregon Cardinal Stritch through the end of the first quarter.

The Cardinals’ offense darted in front for a 28-22 lead over the Roughriders at the half.

Oregon Cardinal Stritch jumped to a 46-36 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Roughriders rallied in the final quarter, but the Cardinals skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

Recently on Feb. 16, Oregon Cardinal Stritch squared off with Ottawa Hills in a basketball game.

Orwell Grand Valley’s speedy start jolts Windham

A swift early pace pushed Orwell Grand Valley past Windham Tuesday 68-33 at Windham High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Windham and Orwell Grand Valley faced off on Feb. 21, 2023 at Windham High School.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Windham faced off against Newton Falls and Orwell Grand Valley took on Fairport Harbor Fairport on Feb. 20 at Fairport Harbor Fairport Harding High School.

Ottawa Hills tops Hicksville

Ottawa Hills knocked off Hicksville 62-43 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Ottawa Hills faced off against Delta and Hicksville took on Edgerton on Feb. 16 at Edgerton High School.

Paulding pushes over Delta

Paulding pushed past Delta for a 40-30 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Delta faced off against Ottawa Hills and Paulding took on Miller City on Feb. 22 at Miller City High School.

Pemberville Eastwood overcomes Defiance Tinora

Pemberville Eastwood pushed past Defiance Tinora for a 45-33 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Pemberville Eastwood faced off against Bloomdale Elmwood and Defiance Tinora took on Pettisville on Feb. 22 at Defiance Tinora High School.

Peninsula Woodridge earns narrow win over Salem

Peninsula Woodridge finally found a way to top Salem 41-36 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Peninsula Woodridge faced off against Mogadore Field and Salem took on Canfield South Range on Feb. 22 at Salem High School.

Pepper Pike Orange earns narrow win over Hubbard

Pepper Pike Orange posted a narrow 46-45 win over Hubbard in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 16, Hubbard squared off with Youngstown Cardinal Mooney in a basketball game.

Perry crushes Atwater Waterloo

Perry scored early and often to roll over Atwater Waterloo 85-44 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Perry and Atwater Waterloo squared off on Feb. 28, 2023 at Perry High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Atwater Waterloo faced off against Ravenna Southeast and Perry took on Jefferson on Feb. 23 at Jefferson Area High School.

Pickerington Central rides to cruise-control win over Canal Winchester

Pickerington Central earned a convincing 69-44 win over Canal Winchester for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Pickerington high school Central on Feb. 27.

The first quarter gave Pickerington Central a 20-6 lead over Canal Winchester.

The gap narrowed in the second quarter when the Indians made it 32-19.

Canal Winchester drew within 45-33 in the third quarter.

The Tigers held on with a 24-11 scoring edge in the final quarter.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Pickerington Central faced off against Reynoldsburg and Canal Winchester took on Ashville Teays Valley on Feb. 20 at Ashville Teays Valley High School.

Pleasant Hill Newton slips past Springfield Emmanuel Christian

Pleasant Hill Newton finally found a way to top Springfield Emmanuel Christian 44-36 at Springfield Emmanuel Christian Academy on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Springfield Emmanuel Christian faced off against Pioneer North Central and Pleasant Hill Newton took on Arcanum on Feb. 16 at Arcanum High School.

Ravenna Southeast records thin win against Beachwood

Ravenna Southeast finally found a way to top Beachwood 63-54 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 23, Ravenna Southeast faced off against Louisville St Thomas Aquinas and Beachwood took on Chardon on Feb. 23 at Beachwood High School.

Reynoldsburg dominates Columbus Mifflin

Reynoldsburg dominated Columbus Mifflin 94-54 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Reynoldsburg faced off against Mouth of Wilson Oak Hill Academy and Columbus Mifflin took on Columbus Marion-Franklin on Feb. 12 at Columbus Mifflin High School.

Richwood North Union barely beats Mt. Gilead

Richwood North Union topped Mt. Gilead 65-61 in a tough tilt on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

The first quarter gave Richwood North Union a 17-16 lead over Mt. Gilead.

The Wildcats fought to a 32-29 halftime margin at the Indians’ expense.

Richwood North Union moved to a 49-45 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

Both teams scored evenly in the fourth quarter to make it 65-61.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Richwood North Union faced off against Lewistown Indian Lake and Mt Gilead took on Grove City Christian on Feb. 21 at Mt Gilead Mount Gilead High School.

Russia overwhelms Lewisburg Tri-County North

Russia handled Lewisburg Tri-County North 82-15 in an impressive showing in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Lewisburg Tri-County North faced off against Ansonia and Russia took on Yellow Springs on Feb. 23 at Russia High School.

Sandusky Perkins denies Tiffin Columbian’s challenge

Sandusky Perkins handed Tiffin Columbian a tough 54-40 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

The first quarter gave Sandusky Perkins a 15-9 lead over Tiffin Columbian.

The tables turned a bit at halftime when the Tornadoes got within 25-23.

Sandusky Perkins pulled to a 52-37 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Tornadoes rallied in the fourth quarter, but the Pirates skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

Last season, Tiffin Columbian and Sandusky Perkins faced off on Jan. 26, 2023 at Tiffin Columbian High School.

Recently on Feb. 17, Tiffin Columbian squared off with Findlay in a basketball game.

Resolve: Shadyside comes from behind to topple Caldwell

Shadyside shook off a slow start and pulled away for a 74-57 win over Caldwell in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

Caldwell showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 24-20 advantage over Shadyside as the first quarter ended.

The Tigers kept a 35-30 half margin at the Redskins’ expense.

Caldwell battled back to make it 49-45 in the third quarter.

The Tigers got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 25-12 edge.

Last season, Caldwell and Shadyside faced off on Feb. 24, 2023 at Caldwell High School.

In recent action on Feb. 13, Shadyside faced off against Belmont Union Local and Caldwell took on Rayland Buckeye Local on Feb. 19 at Caldwell High School.

Smithville collects victory over Navarre Fairless

Smithville pushed past Navarre Fairless for a 44-31 win for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 20, Navarre Fairless squared off with Wooster Triway in a basketball game.

Springboro dominates Miamisburg

It was a tough night for Miamisburg which was overmatched by Springboro in this 83-62 verdict.

Last time Miamisburg and Springboro played in a 62-49 game on Feb. 10, 2023.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Springboro faced off against Miamisburg and Miamisburg took on Vandalia Butler on Feb. 22 at Miamisburg High School.

Beavercreek falls to Springfield in OT

Springfield used overtime to slip past Beavercreek 71-65 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last season, Beavercreek and Springfield faced off on Jan. 28, 2023 at Springfield High School.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Beavercreek faced off against New Carlisle Tecumseh and Beavercreek took on Springfield on Feb. 13 at Beavercreek High School.

Steubenville Catholic Central slips past New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Central Catholic

Steubenville Catholic Central topped New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Central Catholic 55-48 in a tough tilt on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 15, Steubenville Catholic Central faced off against Caldwell and New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Central Catholic took on Kidron Central Christian on Feb. 22 at Kidron Central Christian School.

Strasburg collects victory over Matamoras Frontier

Strasburg pushed past Matamoras Frontier for a 46-28 win on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

The first quarter gave Strasburg a 12-11 lead over Matamoras Frontier.

The Tigers fought to a 27-19 half margin at the Cougars’ expense.

Neither team could gain any advantage in the third quarter.

The Tigers got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 11-1 edge.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Matamoras Frontier faced off against Hannibal River and Strasburg took on Jeromesville Hillsdale on Feb. 20 at Jeromesville Hillsdale High School.

Sugarcreek Garaway rally stops Zanesville West Muskingum

Sugarcreek Garaway overcame a first-quarter deficit in a 52-37 win over Zanesville West Muskingum during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Sugarcreek Garaway faced off against Navarre Fairless and Zanesville West Muskingum took on Dresden Tri-Valley on Feb. 13 at Zanesville West Muskingum High School.

Sylvania Northview outlasts Toledo Start in overtime classic

Sylvania Northview topped Toledo Start in a 45-37 overtime thriller at Sylvania Northview High on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Sylvania Northview faced off against Toledo Whitmer and Toledo Start took on Toledo Whitmer on Feb. 23 at Toledo Whitmer High School.

Toledo Central Catholic takes down Toledo Woodward

Toledo Central Catholic controlled the action to earn an impressive 65-13 win against Toledo Woodward in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 17, Toledo Woodward squared off with Huron in a basketball game.

Trotwood-Madison darts by Bellefontaine

It was a tough night for Bellefontaine which was overmatched by Trotwood-Madison in this 81-47 verdict.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Trotwood-Madison faced off against Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan and Bellefontaine took on Tipp City Bethel on Feb. 22 at Bellefontaine High School.

Troy Christian tacks win on Bradford

Troy Christian’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Bradford 68-47 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last time Troy Christian and Bradford played in a 53-43 game on Jan. 14, 2023.

In recent action on Feb. 13, Troy Christian faced off against Tipp City Bethel and Bradford took on Ansonia on Feb. 23 at Bradford High School.

Upper Arlington escapes close call with Lancaster

Upper Arlington posted a narrow 61-55 win over Lancaster in Ohio boys basketball on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Upper Arlington faced off against Hilliard Davidson and Lancaster took on Dublin Coffman on Feb. 20 at Dublin Coffman High School.

Van Buren earns narrow win over Bloomdale Elmwood

Van Buren posted a narrow 58-54 win over Bloomdale Elmwood for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Van Buren High on Feb. 27.

Last season, Bloomdale Elmwood and Van Buren squared off on Jan. 14, 2023 at Bloomdale Elmwood High School.

In recent action on Feb. 17, Van Buren faced off against Cory-Rawson and Bloomdale Elmwood took on Pemberville Eastwood on Feb. 20 at Pemberville Eastwood High School.

Versailles posts win at Arcanum’s expense

Versailles pushed past Arcanum for a 52-40 win during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Versailles faced off against Maria Stein Marion Local and Arcanum took on Pleasant Hill Newton on Feb. 16 at Arcanum High School.

Warren Howland dominates Painesville Harvey

Warren Howland earned a convincing 65-44 win over Painesville Harvey during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 22, Warren Howland faced off against Youngstown Ursuline and Painesville Harvey took on Youngstown Chaney on Feb. 17 at Youngstown Chaney High School.

Waynesville rides to cruise-control win over West Liberty-Salem

Waynesville rolled past West Liberty-Salem for a comfortable 61-37 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory at West Liberty-Salem High on Feb. 27.

West Chester Lakota West pushes over Cincinnati Princeton

West Chester Lakota West notched a win against Cincinnati Princeton 69-57 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

Last season, Cincinnati Princeton and West Chester Lakota West squared off on Jan. 31, 2023 at Cincinnati Princeton High School.

In recent action on Feb. 22, West Chester Lakota West faced off against Cincinnati West Clermont and Cincinnati Princeton took on Hamilton Ross on Feb. 22 at Cincinnati Princeton High School.

West Salem Northwestern crushes Mineral Ridge

West Salem Northwestern unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Mineral Ridge 77-33 Tuesday in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 20, Mineral Ridge squared off with Vienna Mathews in a basketball game.

Westerville North takes down Grove City Central Crossing

Westerville North raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 73-36 win over Grove City Central Crossing for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Westerville North High on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 21, Westerville North faced off against Columbus Africentric and Grove City Central Crossing took on Chillicothe on Feb. 20 at Grove City Central Crossing High School.

Westerville South denies Dublin Scioto’s challenge

Westerville South handed Dublin Scioto a tough 47-29 loss during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

Last season, Westerville South and Dublin Scioto faced off on Jan. 20, 2023 at Westerville South High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Westerville South faced off against Pataskala Licking Heights and Dublin Scioto took on Westerville North on Feb. 16 at Westerville North High School.

Wheelersburg tops Proctorville Fairland in extra frame

Wheelersburg topped Proctorville Fairland in a 76-75 overtime thriller during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Proctorville Fairland faced off against Chillicothe Huntington and Wheelersburg took on West Portsmouth West on Feb. 16 at Wheelersburg High School.

Willoughby Andrews Osborne tacks win on Sebring

Willoughby Andrews Osborne’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Sebring 63-37 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 21, Willoughby Andrews Osborne faced off against Cleveland Morgan and Sebring took on Southington Chalker on Feb. 13 at Southington Chalker High School.

Willoughby Cornerstone barely beats Lisbon

Willoughby Cornerstone posted a narrow 68-65 win over Lisbon in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Lisbon faced off against Youngstown Urban Scholars and Willoughby Cornerstone took on Fairport Harbor Fairport on Feb. 22 at Fairport Harbor Fairport Harding High School.

Woodsfield Monroe Central exhales after close call with Sarahsville Shenandoah

Woodsfield Monroe Central topped Sarahsville Shenandoah 38-29 in a tough tilt on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Woodsfield Monroe Central and Sarahsville Shenandoah squared off on Jan. 24, 2023 at Sarahsville Shenandoah High School.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Woodsfield Monroe Central faced off against Martins Ferry and Sarahsville Shenandoah took on Strasburg on Feb. 15 at Sarahsville Shenandoah High School.

Worthington Christian overwhelms Amanda-Clearcreek

Worthington Christian dismissed Amanda-Clearcreek by a 64-27 count on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Feb. 19, Worthington Christian faced off against Centerburg and Amanda-Clearcreek took on Columbus Hamilton Township on Feb. 17 at Amanda-Clearcreek High School.

Youngstown Cardinal Mooney crushes Cleveland Campus

Youngstown Cardinal Mooney dominated Cleveland Campus 70-17 in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

Recently on Feb. 16, Youngstown Cardinal Mooney squared off with Hubbard in a basketball game.

Youngstown Chaney darts by Niles

Youngstown Chaney scored early and often to roll over Niles 75-35 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Youngstown Chaney jumped in front of Niles 22-15 to begin the second quarter.

The Cowboys opened a narrow 28-20 gap over the Red Dragons at the intermission.

Youngstown Chaney charged to a 61-28 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Cowboys held on with a 14-7 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Feb. 20, Youngstown Chaney faced off against Louisville St Thomas Aquinas and Niles took on Warren Lordstown on Feb. 20 at Warren Lordstown High School.

Youngstown Ursuline bests Cleveland Collinwood

Youngstown Ursuline dominated from start to finish in an imposing 62-19 win over Cleveland Collinwood on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Feb. 22, Youngstown Ursuline squared off with Warren Howland in a basketball game.

Youngstown Valley Christian sprints past Burton Berkshire

Youngstown Valley Christian knocked off Burton Berkshire 51-35 on Feb. 27 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Youngstown Valley Christian faced off against Wellsville and Burton Berkshire took on Ashtabula Lakeside on Feb. 22 at Ashtabula Lakeside High School.

Zanesville Bishop Rosecrans takes advantage of early margin to defeat Newcomerstown

Zanesville Bishop Rosecrans left no doubt in recording a 65-41 win over Newcomerstown in Ohio boys basketball action on Feb. 27.

In recent action on Feb. 16, Zanesville Bishop Rosecrans faced off against Columbus Wellington and Newcomerstown took on Lore City Buckeye Trail on Feb. 13 at Lore City Buckeye Trail High School.

Zanesville Maysville delivers statement win over McConnelsville Morgan

Zanesville Maysville dominated McConnelsville Morgan 76-37 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Feb. 27.

Last season, Zanesville Maysville and McConnelsville Morgan faced off on Jan. 10, 2023 at Zanesville Maysville High School.

In recent action on Feb. 23, Zanesville Maysville faced off against New Concord John Glenn and McConnelsville Morgan took on New Concord John Glenn on Feb. 20 at New Concord John Glenn High School.

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