COLUMBUS – The Ohio High School Athletic Association Board of Directors on Thursday set the dates that member high schools will vote on an emergency bylaw referendum on Name, Image and Likeness (NIL). Schools will cast their votes from Nov. 17 to 21, with the high school principal submitting the vote on behalf of the school. […]
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Youngs. Mooney takes down Apple Creek Waynedale
Youngs. Mooney takes down Apple Creek Waynedale
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Creston Norwayne defense stifles Rootstown
Creston Norwayne defense stifles Rootstown
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Final Friday: Three conferences to decide championships in regular season finale
I have been covering high school football in north central Ohio for the past 30 years and I can’t recall a Week 10 like the one awaiting area fans Friday night. Three conference championships will be decided on the final night of the regular season and two of them feature winner-take-all games. The Ohio Cardinal […]
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Lex will host playoff game, no matter the verdict in title tilt with Ashland
COLUMBUS — Lexington will host a monster showdown on Friday night when undefeated Ashland comes calling. While that game will determine the outright Ohio Cardinal Conference champion, the Minutemen will open the postseason at home regardless of the outcome (8-1 overall, 5-0 in the OCC). Lex already has clinched a home playoff game, according to […]
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OHSAA to conduct emergency vote of member schools on NIL issue
COLUMBUS – In response to a lawsuit filed by a student-athlete on October 15 against the Ohio High School Athletic Association regarding Name, Image and Likeness (NIL), a Franklin County judge opened the case on Monday by issuing a 45-day Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against the OHSAA. The 45-day TRO prevents the OHSAA from enforcing its […]
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Ohio high school football notebook includes Week 9 highlights
COLUMBUS — Week 9 of the 2025 high school football season is in the books. Football players from all over Ohio put up some amazing performances in the ninth week of the season. Here, the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association compiles the best of the best with the OPSMA High School Football Notebook. Let’s take […]
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Adult karate students advance at Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment
MANSFIELD — The Music Academy of Karate and Empowerment recently celebrated the accomplishments of several adult students during its latest belt promotion ceremony. Zoe Mann and Bailey Mann each earned their yellow belts and two stripes, marking strong progress in their martial arts journey. Greg Iseman advanced to orange belt, demonstrating dedication and skill development. Justin Todd also received his yellow belt […]
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Crestview’s furious rally falls short in heartbreaking loss to Monroeville
OLIVESBURG – With its playoff and league-championship hopes hanging on life support Friday night, the Crestview football team needed just one more miracle. But visiting Firelands Conference front-runner Monroeville wouldn’t grant that wish at Scott Bailey Memorial Field in an instant-classic, 28-26 win for the Eagles. The Cougars (5-4, 4-2 FC) and three-year starting quarterback […]
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Lex roughs up Madison, OCC title tilt with Ashland awaits
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Cole Eichorn’s first reception of the season was one he won’t soon forget. A rugged 5-foot-10, 195-pound senior better known for his work as a linebacker, Eichorn caught a 3-yard touchdown pass midway through the second quarter as Lexington cruised to a 49-17 Ohio Cardinal Conference win over Madison at STARTEK Stadium. […]