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Late scoring run ends Eagles’ bid for upset

Turnovers plagued Middletown Christian despite tough play.
CINCINNATI — The upset-minded Middletown Christian Eagles gave second-seeded Lockland everything they could handle for the first 23 minutes of Friday’s Division IV sectional championship game at Oak Hills High School.

But a two-minute run by the Panthers — starting in the final minute of the third quarter and continuing on into the first minute of the fourth — enabled Lockland to take command and earn an eventual 80-64 win.

“We hung with them for most of the game, but those turnovers at the end of that third quarter really hurt,” MCS coach Ed Davis said. “We went from being down by two to being down by 11 just like that.”

Daniel Balsbaugh’s jumper with 1:10 to go pulled the Eagles to within two points, 50-48, but then Lockland’s Dylan Wedlock answered with a 3-pointer at the other end, then scored off an MCS turnover to put the Panthers up by seven (55-48).

Wedlock swiped the Eagles’ next possession and Tommie Hayes scored for a 57-48 lead. James Pugh ended the third with a jumper from the right side with 1.9 seconds to go and suddenly Lockland was in control 59-48 after three quarters of play.

But they were not done.

Wedlock drained another trey to start the fourth quarter to make it 62-48. Both Wedlock and Pugh came off the bench to combine for 19 points.

“When Frankie Young got his fourth foul, our reserves off the bench really stepped in and did the job,” Lockland coach Paul Andrews said. “I told the boys after the game that the bench won this game for us tonight.”

Young led Lockland with a game-high 21 points, despite playing with four fouls for a good portion of the second half.

“We knew MCS could shoot free throws and 3-pointers, but I don’t think our players realized just how good they were. And their number 33 (Zach Henderson) really surprised us. He was strong for them inside the paint today,” Andrews said.

MCS was led by Henderson, a sophomore post player who finished with 19 points. Seniors Balsbaugh (13 points) and Cox (seven) played their final games in blue and white.

“I’m glad we got this far,” Cox said. “I can’t think of a better way for us to end this season.”

Balsbaugh was just as proud of the team’s effort.

“We fought to the very end, and I’m proud of the team for the way we played tonight.”

Lockland will now play Franklin-Monroe in the district championship game on March 12 at UD Arena.

Eagles soaring after sectional championship tonight

MIDDLETOWN — At one point this season, Middletown Christian’s boys basketball team was just trying to figure out how to win. Now it seems that’s all they do.

After beginning the season with one win in their first 12 games, the Eagles now find themselves playing for a Division IV sectional title against second-seeded Lockland today, March 5, at 8:30 p.m. at Oak Hills High School in Cincinnati.

“We’ve won five in a row and seven out of our last nine,” MCS coach Ed Davis said. “At one point, we were 0-for-December, but we’ve really been playing well this last part of the season. The guys have really come together, and we have a pair of seniors who want to keep playing as long as they can.”

Seniors Daniel Balsbaugh and Nate Cox are the glue to a relatively young team. In Wednesday’s sectional semifinal against Cincinnati Country Day, Balsbaugh tossed in a team-high 25 points and had 15 rebounds, Cox added a dozen points and sophomore post player Zach Henderson added 11 points in a 59-58 win.

Davis was quick to credit his other starters — sophomore point guard Zach Wise and junior forward Jake Irving — with solid play as well.

“The guys have come together as a team,” Davis said. “And our defense has really improved since the season began.

“Like the game with Country Day, we didn’t shoot particularly well, but I told them if we continue to play solid defense and hit our free throws, we might have a shot.”

MCS hit 19-of-24 free throws while limiting third-seeded CCD to just 1-of-5 shooting from the foul line.

Second-seeded Lockland (13-9) looms next. Davis said the Panthers are led by Frankie Young, who scored 33 points in Wednesday’s win over Cincinnati Christian.

“He can do it all,” Davis said. “He’s a good rebounder, he can shoot from anywhere, he’s definitely someone we’ll need to stop.”

The two teams met on Jan. 9 on Lockland’s court during the regular season, and the Panthers rolled to an 86-72 win.

Davis expects a closer game this time around.

“They beat us, but I think we’ve got a much better team than we had back then,” Davis said.

Eagles make CCD pay at foul line

MCS sinks 19-of-24 from charity stripe, while Indians 1-of-5 in D-IV sectional.
CINCINNATI — Daniel Balsbaugh extended his prep career with a rousing performance Wednesday night, March 3.

Middletown Christian School’s senior forward couldn’t stop smiling after ringing up 25 points and 15 rebounds against Cincinnati Country Day, helping the Eagles emerge with a thrilling 59-58 victory in a Division IV sectional basketball opener at Oak Hills.

“It was crazy,” Balsbaugh said. “I was just going crazy the whole game. It was just heart pounding.”

He was 7-of-7 at the foul line in the fourth quarter for MCS (9-12), which rallied from a 51-43 deficit in the last three minutes to topple the Indians (9-12).

Nate Cox added 12 points and Zach Henderson marked 11 for Middletown Christian, which returns to Oak Hills on Friday to face second-seeded Lockland for a sectional championship at 8:30 p.m.

“At one time, we were 0-for-December,” Eagles coach Ed Davis said. “Going from 0-6 to 9-12 and getting a tournament win is just huge for a young team. These kids just battle.”

MCS earned the win at the charity stripe, sinking 19-of-24 free throws. Country Day was 1-of-5.

Rameez Khan (20), Ryan Galloway (15) and Dan Angus (10) were the point leaders for CCD.

“I’m pleased that the kids played so hard,” Indians coach Howard Brownstein said. “We’re a little short on the bench, and it caught up with us.”

Country Day seemed to be in command after running off 13 straight points and moving ahead 49-41 with 4:00 showing. It was still an eight-point affair (51-43) when Balsbaugh stepped to the line to shoot three foul shots with three minutes left.

Cox buried a 3-pointer to pull MCS even at 53-53 with 1:10 remaining, and CCD was called for a foul down low on the play. Henderson then converted both ends of the double bonus, and Middletown Christian led the rest of the way.

“Giving them a basket and a blockout on the same play is incredible,” Brownstein said. “After 25 years of coaching, nothing surprises me at all.”

The Eagles kept making free throws (15-of-17 in the fourth period) and built a 59-55 advantage. Khan nailed a trey with 1.5 ticks left for the final margin.

The Cox 3-pointer was Middletown Christian’s lone field goal of the last stanza.

“We were inconsistent with our free throws early in the year, but here lately we’ve done real well,” Davis said. “We devote a lot of time to it.”

The MCS coach praised Balsbaugh’s effort and said he’s been a consistent force all season.

“We’ve got a ton of sophomores,” Balsbaugh said. “I feel like I’ve got to step up and be a leader.”

Galloway totaled 12 rebounds and Rob Klug added 11 for the Indians.

Bid on tickets for Super Bowl, Oprah Winfrey Show at school's auction

WASHINGTON TWP., Montgomery County — A three-night stay in Chicago with tickets to Oprah’s final season, a seven-day bike tour across the back roads of Ireland’s west coast and a weeklong vacation at a private Mexican villa with a staff of six — those are just some of the big items up for bid at The Miami Valley School’s 22nd annual auction, “Garden of Dreams.”

The event, presented by The Greentree Group, will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 6 at the school, 5151 Denise Drive. The evening includes a live and silent auction, drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and a catered dinner.

This year’s live auction includes trips to the Super Bowl, New York City and Colorado. A silent auction will feature more than 70 unique items, from getaways, to sports, to entertainment.

Tickets can be purchased for $140 per person by contacting the school’s development office at (937) 434-1848. The event is open to the public.

All the money raised will go directly to The Miami Valley School, providing financial assistance to students, faculty and the school. Since its inception, the event has raised more than $2 million.

The Miami Valley School is Dayton’s only independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory school. Founded in 1964, it serves students from early childhood to twelfth grade from 34 surrounding communities.

Bid on tickets for Super Bowl, Oprah Winfrey Show at school's auction

Troy Christian advances 4; Graham leads state wrestling meet

Miami Valley wins title with key players overseas

WASHINGTON TWP., Montgomery County — A decade ago, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Sgt. Randy Duff was at a stoplight when a car slammed into his cruiser. He suffered a broken neck. He tried to continue working, but his arm numbed, he underwent surgery and he retired.

With AAU basketball coaching experience, Duff landed the open Miami Valley girls basketball position in 2002.

“The year before, they had six players,” Duff said, “and three graduated.”

In the eight years since, Duff has built one of the area’s best small-school programs and has achieved unprecedented success — while dealing with a unique school curriculum that has two of its players visiting Turkey during the tourney.

After winning the first basketball sectional title in school history, the Rams (19-4) will play top seed Tri-Village in a Division IV district final at 3 p.m. today at Tippecanoe High School.

Miami Valley will also continue playing without 6-foot-1 Emily Edwards (9.4 ppg, 7.6 rpg), a three-year starter, and top sub Daisy Brown, who can only support the team from 5,000 miles away while studying Middle Eastern culture.

Each year at this time, Miami Valley students enter a monthlong program called “Immersion.” Students choose a topic, take a week to study it, two weeks to “immerse” themselves in it and then a week organizing and reporting on it. The immersion occurs at the same time each year, meaning Duff was without four starters in last year’s tournament following a 17-5 season. This time, more of the team stayed.

“It’s kind of overwhelming, honestly,” said sophomore guard Shelby Carpenter, the team’s top scorer at 10.8 points per game, of the district berth. “We knew it was going to be a struggle without our players, and when we won it was just ... rejoicing.”

Miami Valley has continued the best season in school history with strong defense, the Metro Buckeye Conference’s top offense at 57.7 points per game and more experienced players who now participate in summer basketball. Several players, including Carpenter, cut short an immersion study at Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky to rejoin the team for practice Tuesday and prepare for today’s game.

The tight team at the preschool-through-12th grade private school with 182 high school students hopes to continue learning as much about success as — in the case of forward Kailey Ketterer, for instance — athletic training as part of her immersion at Kettering Sports Medicine Center.

“I’ve learned so much about our team, the way we’ve played late in the season,” Ketterer said. “It’s been such an amazing experience.”

Area athletes sparkle at state

The Miami Valley had a nice title haul as the high school tournament season kept on rolling Saturday, March 6.

At the state wrestling meet in Columbus, Centerville’s Nick Miller brought home the 189-pound title in Division I, while Troy Christian’s Kyle Burns (145) and Dixie’s Ethan Hayes (215) earned D-III championships.

Troy Christian advances 4; Graham leads state wrestling meet

COLUMBUS — Troy Christian High School wrestling coach Steve Goudy knows there is no room for error at the state wrestling tournament.

The Eagles, looking to claim their fourth Division III state title, ended the first day of action at the Schottenstein Center in fourth place.

“I am much more nervous this year,” Goudy said. “Last year, we had the seniors who have been here forever. This year we got kids who have to fight for it. Nothing is given.

“There is less room for error. We are going to have to wrestle some perfect matches to get it done.”

The Eagles advanced four to the quarterfinals (Jordan Hancock at 112 pounds, Jordan Marshall at 130, Kyle Burns at 145 and Pawlos Campbell at 140).

Meanwhile, Graham was cruising in D-II. The Falcons went 10-1 in the first round to build a 22.5 point lead.

In all, 44 Miami Valley wrestlers advanced to this morning’s quarterfinals.

Dixie’s Ethan Hayes admits there is more pressure after finishing second last year, but showed no nerves in a 12-5 win in his 215-pound opener.

“There is a little more pressure, but my teammates and coaches take it off so I can just go out and wrestle,” Hayes said. “The first one is under my belt and we go from there.”

Centerville’s Brian Mathews and Piqua’s Kyle Bryant will meet in the quarters at 152, while Fairmont’s Jake Sage and Springboro’s Tyler Riegle began their collision course at 135.

“The lights and big gym don’t faze me anymore,” Riegle said. “It doesn’t seem to be as huge of a place as it did when I was a freshman and sophomore.

“I got a fantastic draw. I can’t ask for anything more.”

Centerville went 3-1 in the first round with Nick Miller (189) and Kyle Rose (215) joining Mathews in the quarters.

“I am not cutting hard, I am not nervous and I am in better shape than I have ever been,” Miller said. “I’m taking it one match at a time. I’m not worrying about anything. I am going to win anyway I can, whether I win by a lot or win by a little.”

Carlisle’s Nick LeForce opened with a flare.

In his first state tournament, the 160-pound senior recorded eight takedowns in a 21-6 technical fall in the first round.

“I’ve been sick, so I felt a little sluggish,” LeForce said. “I definitely got chills (when I walked to the mat). It was awesome.”

Nine Miami Valley wrestlers capture? state mat crowns.

COLUMBUS — Centerville senior Nick Miller was tired of looking up the podium at people at the state wrestling tournament.

In his last opportunity, the Elks’ 189-pounder was the one with the big prize.

Miller came charging back from a 3-0 deficit in his Division I title match to take a 8-5 win over Wadsworth’s Caleb Busson to become the first Centerville state champ since Jim Pearson in 1985.

“When he got the takedown, it shocked me,” Miller said. “I knew what he did then and just took it to him.

“This is amazing. I’m so excited ... I’m a state champ.”

Miller was one of nine Miami Valley wrestlers to capture state titles.

Dixie’s Ethan Hayes became the first Greyhound to win one, claiming the Division III 215-pound title with a 7-4 win.

Hayes opened the final with authority, taking Doylestown Chippewa’s Justin Schafrath down to his back in the first 10 seconds of the match.

“The first point is always the hardest to get,” said Hayes, who finished second last season. “It was a relief to get that. I settled down from there.

“My loss last season helped me learn. It definitely gave me the edge I needed this year.”

In the only showdown to feature two Miami Valley wrestlers, Troy Christian’s Kyle Burns and Covington’s Andrew DeHart met for the third straight week at 145. Burns won the sectional title, but DeHart claimed the district title.

“I knew it would be me and him again,” Burns said after holding on for a 5-3 win and the state title. “This is the last match in my life. I was going to leave it all out on the mat and have no regrets.

“I’ve grown up wrestling with him (DeHart) and we’ve never been in the same weight class before. It was unfortunate I had to wrestle him.”

Graham got titles from Ryan Taylor (103), Bo Jordan (130), Isaac Jordan (135), Felipe Martinez (140), Ryan Evans (171) and Max Thomusseit (189) to claim its 10th straight title with 223 points. Oak Harbor was second with 78.5.

“This was a great team and was real easy to coach,” Graham coach Jeff Jordan said. “Their goal was to get the X this year (10 straight). That was the big goal.”

Carlisle’s Nick LeForce’s one run at a state title ended in heartbreak.

LeForce recorded an early takedown against Dennis Raber of Orrville in their 160-pound title match. Raber recorded a reversal late in the third period to take a 3-2 lead, but was hit for stalling to tie the match at 3-3.

After neither could score in the first two overtimes, LeForce opted to put Raber on his feet in the third overtime to attempt the winning takedown. However, the final 30 seconds ended with LeForce on the short end of a 4-3 score.

“I didn’t do it,” said an emotional LeForce. “I fell short of my goal. I did everything I could. Today just wasn’t my day.

“You are not supposed to live with regrets. I am not going to make excuses, I lost.”

Centerville 215-pound junior Kyle Rose finished second in D-I, 6-4, with the winning points coming on a takedown with 12 ticks left in the match.

Ryan Halley Signs with Ashland College

Ryan Halley from Dayton Christian has signed to play football for Ashland University this fall. He will be playing DB and WR. Ryan was on the all-area team as a RB his junior season and was a first-team all conference pick at LB this past year.

Metro Buckeye Conference Swimmer of the year

From the MBC meet, we had a boy and a girl that took 1st place in all 4 events participated, including 2 individual and 2 relays. Therefore, they are the clear point leaders and consequently earn the honor of Metro Buckeye Swimmer of the Year. Those athletes are:

Girl’s – Rachel Santos, Miami Valley

Boy’s – Joe Franklin, Xenia Christian

2010 METRO BUCKEYE CONFERENCE ALL-LEAGUE BOYS BASKETBALL

BOYS FIRST TEAM:

RYAN NEWSOME SR YELLOW SPRINGS
WILL RIPLEY SR YELLOW SPRINGS
JOEL ELLIOTT SR EMANUEL CHRISTIAN
MARK LIEBERMAN SO DAYTON CHRISTIAN
JULIAN HARRIS JR DAYTON CHRISTIAN
AUSTIN PIATT FR MIAMI VALLEY
ANDREW McNEELY SR XENIA CHRISTIAN
JUSTIN MORITZ SR TROY CHRISTIAN

SECOND TEAM:

JASON REEP JR EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN
TERRY SCOTT SR EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN
IAN WIMBERLY SR YELLOW SPRINGS
RYAN PHILLIPS SR YELLOW SPRINGS
DANIEL BALSBAUGH SR MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN
NATE COX SR MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN
COREY ROE JR MIAMI VALLEY

PLAYER OF THE YEAR: RYAN NEWSOME, YS

COACH OF THE YEAR: DAN MOORE, EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN

COACHES’AWARD: BENNIE KING, EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN

2010 METRO BUCKEYE CONFERENCE ALL-LEAGUE GIRLS BASKETBALL

GIRLS FIRST TEAM:

MARIA SCHAFER SR TROY CHRISTIAN
DANIELLE FORRER SR TROY CHRISTIAN
LISA WEBER SO DAYTON CHRISTIAN
DARIAN WOODS SR DAYTON CHRISTIAN
SHELBY CARPENTER SO MIAMI VALLEY
KAILEY KETTERER JR MIAMI VALLEY
EMILY EDWARDS SR MIAMI VALLEY
ASHLEY OREN JR EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN

SECOND TEAM:

JESSICA ALLEN JR DAYTON CHRISTIAN
LINDSEY WENZEL SR DAYTON CHRISTIAN
ASHLEY COTA SR TROY CHRISTIAN
MARYAH MARTIN FR YELLOW SPRINGS
PAIGE HUNTSBERGER SR MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN
MICHAELA NELSON FR XENIA CHRISTIAN
HALEY LEWIS JR EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN

PLAYER OF YEAR : MARIA SCHAFER

COACH OF YEAR : PAUL RULAND TROY CHRISTIAN

COACHES’ AWARD: KARLA YANES MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN

Final state H.S. wrestling poll

Division III
1. Monroeville (6) 72

2. Cuyahoga Falls CVCA 66

3. Bedford St. Peter Chanel (2) 64

4. Cuyahoga Heights 48

5. West Jefferson 46

6. Troy Chirstian 39

7. Apple Creek Waynedale 30

8. Bloomdale Elmwood 23

9. Milan Edison 16

10. North Jackson Jackson-Milton 13

DC’s Nuess glad to be pushed into pool

The senior swimmer has qualified in the 50 free, 100 free, 100 fly and several relays in the short-course nationals.

After relentless prodding from a friend, gentle nudging from coaches and a surprise trip to the state meet as a sophomore, Dayton Christian’s Morgan Nuess finally made the transition last season to become a year-round swimmer.

Now the senior is looking for her third straight trip to state and a possible college career in the sport.

“I do wish I started club swimming earlier,” said Nuess, a Kettering resident who joined the South YMCA’s KEY Swim Club in the fall of her junior year.

She also enjoyed her time in track and cheerleading. And she played basketball in junior high.

So why the move last year?

One reason was persistent friend Ally Stover, a four-time state qualifier for Alter High School and a frequent national competitor who now swims at Cornell University.

“My friend Ally kept bugging me about doing club swimming,” said Nuess.

“I found her. I knew it all along,” Stover said of her Neuss’ success as a year-round swimmer.

Stover believed in Nuess since their summers together at Marinole Swim Club.

“Morgan has always been extremely talented,” said Stover. “She’s always been an amazing swimmer. More importantly, she’s a good friend and a good teammate. I was thrilled when she joined KEY. I loved having her around.”

Likewise, Stover’s mom used to tell Christal Nuess during the summer meets how talented her daughter was.

“We were so clueless,” said Christal. “We weren’t really a swimming family.”

All in the family

At least not her immediate family. Morgan Nuess has a cousin, C.J. Nuess, who’s one of the country’s premier distance swimmers at Arizona State and has competed against Michael Phelps at the U.S. Olympic Trials. And his mom, Diane, competed in the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City.

Former Dayton Christian coach Kay Cherry regularly conveyed to Christal Nuess that her daughter was something special in the water.

“She was very supportive,” said Christal. “She would say, ‘You don’t understand, she’s really talented.’ ”

KEY swim coach Eric Wentzel had seen Morgan practice many times at the West Carrollton YMCA and observed her surprising appearance at state as a sophomore. She was mostly limited to the freestyle sprints, but Wentzel saw her potential and invited Nuess to join his club.

Nuess eventually took him up on his offer that fall and has never stopped improving.

“She had a lot of natural talent,” said Wentzel. “She always had a good feel for the water. She’s very coachable and willing to try different things.

“Morgan is now a better all-around swimmer. She’s gone from the 50 free to four or five other races. She’s now very good at the butterfly and at other distances.”

Second nationally

The move to club swimming paid dividends last year with a return trip to state and a spot at the YMCA short-course nationals last April in Ft. Lauderdale.

The ultimate payoff for Nuess, Stover and their coach came last summer at the long-course nationals at the University of Maryland. The two longtime friends were joined by sisters Brittney and Natalie Rohr to earn a national runner-up finish in the 200 free relay, setting a Southwest Ohio YMCA league record. Brittney now swims at Miami University.

Nuess will soon turn her attention again to short-course nationals, where she has qualified in the 50 free, 100 free, 100 fly and several relays.

Nuess, a 4.25 grade-point average student, plans to continue swimming in college. So far she has looked at DePauw, Denison and Wheaton.

Latest area girls swimming leaders

GIRLS SWIMMING
School/Name Time
200 Medley Relay
Centerville 01:49.0
Springboro 01:50.9
Oakwood 01:53.4
200 Free
E. Chick, Yellow Springs 01:54.3
K. Barbiea, Springboro 01:58.4
T. Myszka, Centerville 02:00.2
200 IM
A. Galbreath, Fairmont 02:06.7
J. Swartz, Centerville 02:07.7
K. Crew, Shawnee 02:11.1
50 Free
M. Osterhage, Centerville 00:23.7
D. Barbiea, Springboro 00:23.7
A. Zelnick, Troy 00:23.9
1 Meter Diving
M. Mullins, Centerville 438
O. Lehman, Centerville 355.1
K. Miller, Fairmont 345.95
100 Butterfly
D. Barbiea, Springboro 00:56.2
J. Swartz, Centerville 00:57.7
K. Barbiea, Springboro 01:00.0
100 Free
M. Osterhage, Centerville 00:51.9
D. Barbiea, Springboro 00:53.0
A. Zelnick, Troy 00:53.1
500 Free
A. Galbreath, Fairmont 05:06.3
E. Chick, Yellow Springs 05:11.3
A. Weissman, Miamisburg 05:15.3
200 Free Relay
Centerville 01:39.5
Springboro 01:39.5
Oakwood 01:41.9
100 Back
E. Hong, Oakwood 00:59.3
M. Osterhage, Centerville 00:59.5
N. Rohr, Fairmont 00:59.7
100 Breast
M. Pulaski, Centerville 01:05.4
K. Crew, Shawnee 01:05.7
J. Steible, Centerville 01:08.1
400 Free Relay
Centerville 03:37.1
Springboro 03:38.5
Oakwood 03:42.5

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Team Scoring
Team G PPG
Madison 20 68.5
Brookville 19 68.3
Kenton Ridge 18 65.1
Anna 17 64.6
Tippecanoe 19 62.9
Fort Recovery 14 61.3
Graham 19 58.7
Stebbins 18 58.2
Xenia 20 57.8
Greenon 19 57.8
Miami Valley 20 57.7
Alter 19 57.1
Fra. Monroe 19 57.1
Indian Lake 19 56.1
Fairborn 19 54.4
Miamisburg 20 54.1
Carroll 19 54.1
Miami East 18 54.1
Team Defense
Team G PPG
Madison 20 30.9
Miami Valley 20 31.4
Tri-Village 18 34.9
Fairmont 19 35.4
Van. Butler 19 36.7
Northeastern 19 36.9
Troy Christian 19 36.9
Carlisle 20 37.8
Springboro 20 39.1
Troy 19 39.1
Covington 18 39.2
Waynesville 20 39.6
Alter 19 39.7
Beavercreek 19 39.8
CJ 19 40.3
Oakwood 18 40.7
Tippecanoe 19 41
Cedarville 18 41.1
Carroll 19 41.2
Indian Lake 19 41.3
Ind. Scoring
Name G PTS PPG
C. Boyd, Brookville 19 558 29.4
A. Turner, Greenon 19 548 28.8
B. Quisenberry, Tec. 19 456 24
J. Orton, Stebbins 17 367 21.6
B. McDaniel, Franklin 17 345 20.3
S. Martin, Stivers 16 313 19.6
C. LaPorte, M'burg 20 382 19.1
To. Watts, Jefferson 17 318 18.7
A. Malott, Madison 20 354 17.7
B. Peterson, WL-Salem19 322 17
B. Stucke, Tipp 18 304 16.9
K. Linkous, TV 18 303 16.8
M. Miller, M. East 18 303 16.8
M. Schafer, Troy Chr. 19 316 16.6
L. Weber, Day. Chr. 16 264 16.5
J. Erwin, S'eastern 20 320 16
C. Watkins, Anna 17 271 15.9
D. Zirkle, Graham 19 298 15.7
T. Larson, N'ridge 17 266 15.7
S. Walker, CJ 18 280 15.6
FG Perc. (min. 75 att.)
Name FGA-M %
B. Innocent, Butler 76-128 0.594
C. Triplett, Carroll 64-110 0.582
H. Slaughter, Greenon 64-111 0.577
B. Latimer, Xenia 107-186 0.575
B. Stucke, Tipp 99-176 0.563
B. Purvis, K. Ridge 79-141 0.56
K. Good, Butler 53-95 0.558
R. Blevins, Madison 59-106 0.557
D. Holbrook, Carlisle 87-157 0.554
A. Malott, Madison 140-256 0.547
L. Hoskins, Madison 104-191 0.545
E. Smith, Oakwood 59-110 0.536
T. Purk, Graham 108-207 0.522
C. Sant, Fairmont 93-178 0.522
L. Davis, Stebbins 50-96 0.521
S. Oyer, Ind. Lake 92-177 0.52
N. Billing, Anna 74-144 0.514
E. Sharpe, Tipp 60-117 0.513
C. Boyd, Brookville 234-458 0.511
S. Walker, CJ 118-231 0.511
3PT Perc. (min. 30 att.)
Name 3FGA-M %
B. Stucke, Tipp 40-75 0.533
E. Yenney, Troy 14-31 0.452
C. Pentaudi, Tipp 32-71 0.451
K. Bruggeman, C'ville 23-54 0.426
K. Austria, Carroll 22-52 0.423
K. Mullins, TC North 33-80 0.413
A. Turner, Greenon 70-174 0.402
J. Wood, Troy 41-103 0.398
C. Sakal, Troy 31-78 0.397
C. Manning, Stebbins 17-43 0.395
C. Blackburn, Ind. Lake 46-117 0.393
C. LaPorte, M'burg 25-65 0.385
C. Watkins, Anna 29-76 0.382
C. Knief, Indian Lake 26-68 0.382
B. Thornton, Xenia 28-75 0.373
FT Perc. (Min. 40 att.)
Name FTA-M %
A. Turner, Greenon 168-182 0.923
C. Leuthold, Ft. Rec. 43-50 0.86
K. Cassell, Butler 50-60 0.833
K. McLemore, Trotwood 42-51 0.824
A. Christie, Alter 49-60 0.817
C. Graves, Piqua 44-54 0.815
H. Brunswick, Ft. Rec. 34-42 0.81
C. LaPorte, M'burg 103-128 0.805
C. Boyd, Brookville 51-64 0.797
A. Henning, C'ville 47-59 0.797
A. Malott, Madison 42-53 0.793
K. Bruggeman, C'ville 48-61 0.787
J. Trimarco, S'boro 33-42 0.786
K. Watts, Trotwood 33-42 0.786
A. Miller, Oakwood 46-59 0.78
Rebounds
Name G REB RPG
K. Yeazel, Nat. Trail 13 188 14.5
K. Dorney, Greenon 19 236 12.4
J. Veney, Fairborn 19 223 11.7
C. Bates, Dixie 19 220 11.6
B. McDaniel, Franklin 13 150 11.5
S. Oyer, Ind. Lake 19 217 11.4
J. Orton, Stebbins 16 182 11.4
C. Boyd, Brookville 19 214 11.3
M. Boddie-Cannon, Spg.18 189 10.5
T. Purk, Graham 19 196 10.3
S. Walker, CJ 18 178 9.9
C. Davis, Tecumseh 19 187 9.8
D. Holbrook, Carlisle 20 183 9.2
B. Latimer, Xenia 19 175 9.2
C. Farrell, Fenwick 19 174 9.2
M. Fogt, Anna 17 157 9.2
Assists
Name G AST APG
S. Carpenter, M. Valley 20 151 7.6
L. Schiller, Tipp 18 130 7.2
R. Drinnon, B'ville 19 115 6.1
K. Cassell, Butler 19 111 5.8
S. House, K. Ridge 18 98 5.4
M. Harris, K. Ridge 18 93 5.2
C. Pentaudi, Tipp 18 93 5.2
A. Malott, Madison 20 102 5.1
L. Hoskins, Madison 20 95 4.8
K. Austria, Carroll 19 89 4.7
C. LaPorte, M'burg 20 91 4.6
M. Monahan, Fenwick 19 88 4.6
C. Reed, Fairborn 19 87 4.6
A. Turner, Greenon 19 87 4.6
M. Abner, Nat. Trail 13 70 4.4
D. Carpenter, M. Valley 20 85 4.3
A. Clark, Wayne 20 85 4.3
Steals
Name G STL SPG
K. Austria, Carroll 19 115 6.1
S. Carpenter, M. Valley 20 117 5.9
B. Quisenberry, Tec. 19 99 5.2
D. Kneisley, Dixie 19 87 4.6
L. Bunn, Waynesville 20 87 4.4
S. House, K. Ridge 18 78 4.3
C. Pentaudi, Tipp 18 78 4.3
A. Malott, Madison 20 83 4.2
C. Boyd, Brookville 19 74 3.9
M. Abner, Nat. Trail 13 60 3.8
L. Crawford, Bellbrook 19 71 3.7
K. Faul, M. Valley 20 71 3.7
H. Rose, Brookville 19 68 3.6
L. Schiller, Tipp 18 65 3.6
C. Davis, Oakwood 18 62 3.4
B. Stucke, Tipp 17 58 3.4
M. Martin, Y. Springs 16 54 3.4

Blocks
Name G BLK BPG
K. Yeazel, Nat. Trail 13 82 6.3
M. Ullery, TC North 10 49 4.9
C. Farrell, Fenwick 19 81 4.3
C. Bates, Dixie 19 75 4
A. Malott, Madison 20 56 2.8
E. Wheeler, B'ville 19 53 2.8
M. Boddie-Cannon, Spg.18 50 2.8
B. McDaniel, Franklin 13 35 2.7
E. Smith, Oakwood 19 50 2.6
C. Sant, Fairmont 18 46 2.6
B. Stucke, Tipp 17 44 2.6
S. Oyer, Ind. Lake 19 48 2.5
H. Slaughter, Greenon 19 46 2.4
S. Baker, Butler 19 43 2.3
C. Triplett, Carroll 19 43 2.3

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Team Scoring

Team Scoring
Team G PPG
Dunbar 16 82.5
Marshall 17 71.8
Jefferson 17 71.6
Yellow Springs 15 71.1
Trotwood 17 69.7
Pre. Shawnee 16 69.4
Sidney 18 69.2
Wayne 17 68.9
Northridge 15 68.3
Madison 17 68.1
Troy 17 67.9
Eaton 16 66.7
Meadowdale 17 65.8
Xenia 16 63.3
Dixie 17 62.8
Bellbrook 16 62.6
Greeneview 16 61.8
Arcanum 14 61.4
Valley View 17 61.4
Tippecanoe 18 61.3
Team Defense
Team G PPG
CJ 18 43.4
Bethel 17 43.7
Graham 18 44.4
Fort Loramie 16 44.4
Jackson Center 17 44.5
Centerville 19 44.7
Fort Recovery 17 44.7
Alter 18 45.3
Southeastern 16 45.3
Tecumseh 16 45.3
Anna 18 45.4
New Bremen 15 45.9
Bellefontaine 17 46.9
Fra. Monroe 15 47.3
Miami East 17 47.5
Covington 17 47.5
Greeneview 16 47.5
Russia 15 47.6
Coldwater 14 47.6
Ind. Scoring
Name G PTS PPG
G. Kahlig, Ft. Rec. 17 440 25.9
D. Wright, Temple Chr. 16 394 24.6
R. Innis, Dixie 16 372 23.3
K. Williams, Fairborn 17 388 22.8
R. Denny, Valley View 16 365 22.8
T. Trice, Wayne 17 345 20.3
T. Harris, W. Carrollton 18 363 20.2
D. Moore, Tri-Village 17 339 19.9
H. Hagerman, Cath. Cent.16 298 18.6
D. Billing, Anna 13 241 18.5
C. Gunckel, TV 17 312 18.4
DJ Martinez, Troy 17 312 18.4
D. Thomas, Trotwood 17 311 18.3
Q. Rollins, Wilm. 17 310 18.2
J. Staley, CJ 18 328 18.2
C. French, Eaton 16 286 17.9
A. Brown, Mech'burg 17 302 17.8
L. Burns, N'western 15 267 17.8
PJ Howell, Shawnee 13 229 17.6
A. Piatt, M. Valley 18 311 17.3
W. Pope, P. Shawnee 16 276 17.3
FG Perc. (min. 75 att.)
Name FGA-M %
A. Westbeld, Fairmont 97-153 0.634
J. Staley, CJ 126-201 0.627
S. Masin, Bethel 105-168 0.625
M. Crider, Wayne 104-167 0.623
M. Heard, Wilm. 87-141 0.617
J. Hoying, Ft. Loramie 67-109 0.615
Z. Stillings, Urbana 98-160 0.613
W. Pope, Pre. Shawnee 122-202 0.604
DJ Martinez, Troy 105-174 0.603
M. Bean, B'fontaine 59-99 0.596
T. Decker, Butler 95-161 0.59
M. Maloney, Madison 101-173 0.584
J. Eilerman, N. Bremen 100-176 0.568
D. Bennett, P. Shawnee 70-124 0.565
AJ Pacher, Butler 107-191 0.56
A. Burns, K. Ridge 50-90 0.556
M. Lee, Fairmont 72-130 0.554
W. Ripley, Y. Springs 56-102 0.549
3PT Perc. (min. 30 att.)
Name 3FGA-M %
S. Newell, Northmont 32-63 0.508
B. Williams, Butler 20-40 0.5
M. Vest, CJ 27-55 0.491
B. Payton, K. Ridge 24-49 0.49
C. Puckett, Ben Logan 31-66 0.47
R. Smart, Carroll 15-32 0.469
B. Payton, K. Ridge 18-39 0.462
A. Piatt, M. Valley 23-51 0.451
J. Moritz, Troy Chr. 35-79 0.443
D. Thomas, Trotwood 36-82 0.439
R. Pugh, Butler 27-62 0.435
A. Davis, Tipp 16-37 0.432
D. Moore, Tipp 19-44 0.432
R. Newsome, Y. Springs 33-77 0.429
J. Lowe, Sidney 15-35 0.429
T. Bachman, Piqua 14-33 0.424
M. Foster, Troy 16-39 0.41
M. Michalski, Xenia 22-54 0.407
AJ Pacher, Butler 13-32 0.406
T. Elshoff, New Knox. 15-37 0.405
D. Lassiter, S'field 23-57 0.404
E. Ludwig, Fenwick 20-50 0.4
FT Perc. (min. 40 att.)
Name FTA-M %
PJ Howell, Shawnee 43-47 0.915
T. Winner, Mar. Local 39-44 0.886
J. Koogle, Carlisle 69-80 0.863
G. Kahlig, Ft. Rec. 130-155 0.839
S. Eagle, Xenia 73-88 0.83
C. Hamilton, Bellbrook 34-41 0.829
J. Hoying, Russia 43-52 0.827
D. Brown, P. Shawnee 57-70 0.814
K. Williams, Fairborn 114-141 0.809
K. Morris, K. Ridge 59-73 0.808
M. Vest, CJ 67-83 0.807
T. Leslie, S'field 41-51 0.804
T. Elshoff, New Knox. 49-61 0.803
R. Innis, Dixie 105-131 0.802
T. Murphy, Fenwick 36-45 0.8
C. Hemmelgarn, S'boro 44-56 0.786
S. Newell, Northmont 57-73 0.781
M. Shadowens, Fairmont 62-81 0.765
M. Lieberman, Day. Chr. 39-51 0.765
A. McNeely, Xen. Chr. 48-63 0.762
N. Cox, Midd. Chr. 32-42 0.762
S. Rohr, New Bremen 32-42 0.762
J. Harris, Day. Chr. 51-67 0.761
T. Trice, Wayne 63-83 0.759
Rebounds
Name G REB RPG
J. Thuney, Alter 17 205 12.1
Z. Newsome, Northmont17 194 11.4
G. Kahlig, Ft. Rec. 17 193 11.4
G. Stephenson, M-Union16 178 11.1
AJ Pacher, Butler 17 181 10.6
S. Gossard, W'ville 8 81 10.1
W. Pope, P. Shawnee 16 157 9.8
J. Brunswick, Madison 16 153 9.6
DJ Martinez, Troy 14 133 9.5
C. French, Eaton 16 151 9.4
S. Masin, Bethel 17 155 9.1
M. Frilling, Ft. Lor. 15 135 9
T. DePriest, S'field 5 134 8.9
Assists
Name G AST APG
C. Webster, B'ville 16 116 7.3
D. Nicewaner, N'western16 105 6.6
D. Moore, Tipp 17 108 6.4
D. Thomas, Trotwood 17 104 6.1
J. Foster, Madison 17 101 5.9
C. Roberts, P. Shawnee16 93 5.8
B. Langhorn, Fenwick 17 94 5.5
C. Jackson, Eaton 16 81 5.1
M. Moore, P. Shawnee 16 78 4.9
D. Carter, Northmont 16 78 4.9
M. Shadowens, Fairmont19 90 4.7
T. Szabo, CJ 18 85 4.7
T. Leslie, S'field 17 80 4.7
S. Newell, Northmont 17 77 4.5
J. Jacobs, Carlisle 16 72 4.5
A. Timmerman, N. Bremen15 68 4.5
S. Ober, Urbana 11 49 4.5
Steals
Name G STL SPG
R. McFarland, Oakwood17 73 4.3
S. Keegan, Fenwick 16 56 3.5
N. VanHoose, Graham 18 62 3.4
T. Trice, Wayne 17 56 3.3
S. Ober, Urbana 11 34 3.1
AJ Wagner, Y. Springs 15 45 3
J. Foy, Sidney 18 52 2.9
K. Morris, K. Ridge 17 49 2.9
C. French, Eaton 16 46 2.9
J. Sutton, Bethel 16 46 2.9
A. Yates, Trotwood 16 46 2.9
D. Thomas, Trotwood 17 48 2.8
Z. Denny, V. View 17 46 2.7
C. Lynch, Bellbrook 14 38 2.7
C. Webster, B'ville 16 43 2.7
M. Maloney, Madison 17 45 2.7
Q. Rollins, Wilm. 17 44 2.6
M. Zukowitz, Alter 17 44 2.6
D. Nicewaner, N'western16 42 2.6
D. Tubbs, Trotwood 15 39 2.6
Blocks
Name G BLK BPG
J. Brunswick, Madison 16 82 5.1
G. Stephenson, M-Union16 56 3.5
B. Gautreaux, W'ville 14 45 3.2
J. Rossi, Franklin 17 43 2.5
C. Williams, N. Bremen15 37 2.5
S. Masin, Bethel 17 38 2.2
L. Atkinson, B'creek 17 37 2.2
D. Long, Parkway 17 36 2.1
G. Kahlig, Ft. Rec. 17 35 2.1
S. Gossard, W'ville 8 17 2.1
S. Meldon, N'western 16 33 2.1
Z. Stillings, Urbana 17 34 2
T. Dean, Carlisle 15 30 2
AJ Pacher, Butler 17 32 1.9
M. Frilling, Ft. Lor. 15 26 1.7
DJ Martinez, Troy 14 24 1.7
A. Reichert, Ind. Lake 15 25 1.7
D. Makiewicz, M. Valley 15 25 1.7

Final DDN girls basketball poll

Division IV
1. Fort Loramie (15-4): Solid wins over Marion Local and Anna help give Redskins the top spot. Fort Loramie has won 11 of its last 12, that lone setback a one-point loss to Versailles.

2. Marion Local (15-3): Flyers are undefeated in the MAC, a good sign for postseason success. They’ve won 11 straight, but an early loss to Fort Loramie keeps them from the top spot.

3. Troy Christian (13-6): The Eagles find themselves a half-game out of the MBC race and are winners of four of their last five.

4. Miami Valley (16-4): Rams gave the MBC title a good chase but a tough two-game skid to the top teams in the conference — Dayton Christian and Troy Christian — did them in.

5. Houston (14-6): The Wildcats are surging with wins in eight of their last nine games . That lone loss was a three-point setback to Fort Loramie.

DDN boys basketball poll for Feb. 19

Division IV
1. Jefferson (13-5): Broncos shocked the City League world by defeating Dunbar 74-72 and welcomed the return of Cody Latimer back from a broken toe. The not so good news is Michigan State recruit Adreian Payne suffered a shoulder injury vs. the Wolverines and will likely miss Saturday’s game vs. Western Hills.

2. Southeastern (15-1): Trojans are on a six-game win streak and have clinched a share of the OHC title.

3. Fort Recovery (16-1): Indians are on a 10-game win streak with a showdown vs. Delphos St. John’s (13-3) today.

4. Yellow Springs (13-2): Bulldogs are a half-game up on Emmanuel Christian in the MBC title chase.

5. Tri-Village (14-5): Patriots have won six straight and will make or break Franklin-Monroe’s CCC title efforts today.

District swim meet starts February 19 in Oxford

Area teams again go for bragging rights against their Cincinnati counterparts — and a trip to the state swimming championships — at the district swimming meets this weekend at Miami University in Oxford.

The boys swim today, Feb. 19, with Division II in the morning and D-I in the evening. The girls swim Saturday with the same setup.

See swimmeet.com for a complete list of qualifiers. Here are a few swimmers to watch and the events and place they qualified in:

Division I boys

Travis Schieman, Centerville senior: 100-yard fly (second), 400 free (second), 200 medley relay (second).

Ty Perkins, Centerville senior: Defending 500 free district champ (qualified third); 200 free (fifth), 400 free relay.

Jack Pohlmann, Beavercreek sophomore: 100 breast (third).

Division II boys

Daniel Schmitz, Oakwood senior: 100 free (first), 200 free (first), 400 free (second), 200 medley relay (second).

David Ireland, Oakwood senior: 100 fly (third), 100 breast (fourth), 200 medley relay.

Brett MacKenzie, Tippecanoe sophomore: 200 individual medley (first), 500 free (second).

Division I girls

Dani Barbiea, Kellie Barbiea, Springboro juniors: 200 medley relay (second), 400 free relay (second). Dani also enters with fastest time in both the 100 free and 100 fly.

Natalie Rohr, Fairmont sophomore: 50 free (second), 100 back (third).

Molly Osterhage, Centerville senior: 100 free (third), 200 free (third).

Abby Galbreath, Fairmont senior: 200 IM?(second).

Division II girls

Ericka Chick, Yellow Springs sophomore: Returns to defend 200 free (first) and 500 free (first) titles.

Eleanore Hong, Oakwood freshman: 100 back (first), 200 free (second), 200 medley relay (second), 400 free relay (second).

Kendra Crew, Springfield Shawnee freshman: 100 breast (first), 200 IM (first).

Morgan Nuess, Dayton Christian senior: 50 free (second).

Home, sweet, home

Travis Trice scored 33 points and Xavier Jones 14 as Wayne — the Greater Western Ohio Conference Central Division champs — capped a perfect home boys hoops season in a 78-51 defeat of Springfield.

Balancing act

The Girls Greater Cincinnati League’s Grey North Division could be shared by Alter, Chaminade Julienne and Carroll.

The teams split with each other and all finished 8-2. Alter and CJ shared the title last season, and this would be Carroll’s first GGCL title.

New season’ begins for wrestlers

The Month of Champions is upon Miami Valley high school wrestlers.

“It’s the start of a new season,” said Shawn Fayette, Miamisburg’s defending state champ. “Everything else was just preparation for this.”

Fayette will be looking to become just the fifth area wrestler to win consecutive state crowns in Division I, and the first since Sidney’s Brandon Luce (2002-03). Also this weekend, Graham and Troy Christian begin defenses of their multiple D-II and D-III state titles.

The sectionals are at Eaton and Tipp City in D-II and Lehman Catholic and Clinton-Massie in D-III on Friday and Saturday. Both D-I sectionals will be at Centerville on Saturday in a one-day format.

The top four in each weight class qualifies to next weekend’s districts.

Top 5 story lines

1. Lehman Catholic team race: The D-III sectional will pit all three teams that have been No. 1 in the area; Troy Christian, Dixie, Covington and perennial power Versailles.

2. Hilliard or Fairfield: The D-I teams will go to Centerville 1, which heads to Hilliard for the district, or Centerville 2, which goes to Fairfield.

3. City League: Belmont’s Aaron Hoffman (24-6 at 119) and Meadowdale’s Daveal Smith (23-3 at 189) go through the D-I bracket; Thurgood Marshall’s Randy Jennings (27-3 at 125) begins at Lehman.

4. 145 Lehman title: This class has three returning state-placers, led by returning state runner-up Kyle Burns of Troy Christian.

5. Call of the freshmen: Graham’s Bo Jordan (130) is a predicted state champ. Others to watch are Fairmont’s Matt Denlinger (125) and Garrett Conner (189), Miamisburg’s Jordan Branham (103) and Jordan Marshall (130) of Troy Christian.

5 great finals

1. Fayette vs. Tyler Riegle (Springboro), 135: Riegle gave Fayette his closest match at state, 4-2, but bumped up to 140 at the GWOC.

2. Lee Skinner (Fairborn) vs. Blake Lucas (Xenia), 285: Lucas is undefeated after topping Skinner at GWOC.

3. Ethan Hayes (Dixie) vs. Josh Salyers (Mechanicsburg), 215: Hayes is a projected state champ. He won the sectional last season, and split with Salyers at the district en route to finishing second at state.

4. Austen Brower (Bellbrook) vs. Evan Warner (Greenville), 130: Battle of returning state qualifiers.

5. Eddie Noble (Lebanon) vs. Branham, 103: Noble won 5-0 at the GWOC but this could be a four-match series.

Dayton Christian announces College Commitments

DCS 2009-10 College Commitments so far:

Dayton Christian is proud to announce that the following athletes have made College Commitments. We wish them all the best of luck.

Soccer: Josh Thomas Mount Vernon Nazarene

Soccer: Josh Schultz Indiana Wesleyan University

Golf: Miranda Cunningham Baldwin Wallace College

Father, son hit milestones for surging Yellow Springs

YELLOW SPRINGS — There probably are a few basketballs flying off the family tree branches of Yellow Springs High School boys basketball coach Brad Newsome.

For Brad and son Ryan Newsome, basketball has been around the family their whole lives. And they're two key reasons for the Bulldogs’ resurgent season.

During a recent 63-47 defeat of Emmanuel Christian, Ryan surpassed 1,000 career points, the eighth player in Bulldogs history to do so.

The week prior, Brad Newsome was given a plaque to commemorate his 100th career win. He is the winningest coach in school history and has brought four Metro Buckeye Conference titles to the program.

Yellow Springs (9-1) is at Dayton Christian on Friday, Jan. 29.

“This year’s team is a lot better, deeper, more experienced,” Brad Newsome said.

Ryan Newsome feels the scoring milestone is a bonus for the Bulldogs, who are 6-0 in the MBC.

“I wasn’t really trying to focus on 1,000 points; I was trying to focus on winning,” said Newsome, who is averaging 15.3 points per game.

The Bulldogs have done that and have one of the area’s more explosive offenses, second only to Dunbar in points per game.

“We have some guys that can get up and down the floor,” Brad Newsome said. “We have some options offensively.”

The Bulldogs have failed to score at least 60 points just once this season, in a 69-49 loss to Cedarville.

Some key veteran players have teamed with Newsome.

“I feel like all nine guys stand out,” Brad Newsome said. “We have so many guys that can play multiple positions and we are truly deep.”

Ian Wimberly, a 5-foot-9 guard, has played on the varsity all four years. Wimberly and Newsome were on last year’s Dayton Metro AAU team that placed third in a national tournament at Orlando, Fla.

Davone Freeman, Ryan Phillips, Will Ripley, Chris Johnson and Kody McDonald are key returners as well. Coach Newsome also is pleased with newcomers Greg Felder and AJ Wagner, who are known as the “super sophomores.”

“We want to be a championship-caliber team,” Brad Newsome said. “We feel like in doing so we were going to have to be able to play solid defense and efficient offense. I feel like we’re doing that.”

Middletown Christian wrestlers short on numbers, not talent

Eagles’ two-man team are top area wrestlers in their respective weight divisions.
MIDDLETOWN — On the second floor of the Middletown Christian Schools building in a vacant third-grade classroom, there’s a piece of cloth tape affixed next to the door that reads “Wrestling Room.”

Before they can begin their daily two-hour practice, Blake Wheeler, a sophomore 152-pounder, and teammate Joe Gerard, a senior who wrestles in the 215-pound weight class, must first move a teacher’s desk and some chairs off to the side of the small narrow classroom.

Wrestling mats, the same ones used at last year’s state wrestling meet in Columbus, were purchased with parent donations. They sit coiled up in a corner of the room.

The two wrestlers’ moving routine is just the beginning. They’ve been making moves on the mats all season long.

Second-year coach Ryan Dalton looks on as the boys clear the floor.

“I can teach technique all day, but it takes a special kind of athlete to wrestle. Both of them want to come in and improve themselves every single day,” he said.

Gerard and Wheeler make up the entire MCS team.

Wheeler has the second-most total wins among area wrestlers in his weight class with a 15-9 record and 14 pins. He recently finished second at the seven-team Middletown Invitational.

“I didn’t do as well in some tournaments as I’d wished I had, but as a sophomore I think I’ve done pretty well. I think I’ve improved over last season, but I still have some things I need to work on.”

Dalton smiled at Wheeler’s assessment.

“He reminds me of myself when I wrestled at Valley View,” Dalton said. “He always wants to try different techniques, but he’s still a little timid about trying those things in a match. He’s a good, solid fundamental wrestler.”

Gerard seems to be the perfectionist of the pair. “My goal this year was to win every tournament and go to state, but I’ve lost three tournaments so far,” he said.

Gerard has tournament wins at the Middletown, Deer Park and Cincinnati Country Day tournaments this season, and sports a 20-3 record with 17 pins to lead the area.

“Joe always is working on ways to improve,” Dalton said. “He’s never satisfied.”

Dalton and his two-man gang have another reason to be dissatisfied. Last week, during the Middletown Invitational, the team finished last in a tournament for the first time in 2½ years.

“And the guys finished first and second!” Dalton said. “We work hard, and it hurts to finish last, even though we are just a two-man team.

“We don’t want that to happen again.”

Junior High Basketball tourney

FIRST TEAM NAMED IS HOME AND WILL WEAR WHITE.

GIRLS: Saturday at Dayton Christian ( @ Kettering Middle School) 11 am Xenia Christian vs Miami Valley; 12:15 Yellow Springs vs Emmanuel Christian; 1:30 Dayton Christian vs Troy Christian

Tuesday Feb. 16 @ Yellow Springs 5pm Middletown Christian vs winner of XC/MVS; 6:15 winners of the 12:15 and 1:30 games from Saturday.

Saturday Feb. 20 @ Miami Valley 9am 5pm winner versus 6:15 winner.

7th BOYS: Saturday Feb. 13 @ Emmanuel Chris. 9am Emmanuel Christian vs Troy Christian

Thursday Feb.18 @ Troy Chris. 5pm Dayton Christian vs Xenia Christian; 6:15 pm Yellow Springs vs Saturday winner

Saturday Feb. 20 @ Miami Valley 10:30 am 6:15 winner versus 5 pm winner

8th BOYS: Saturday Feb 13 @ Emmanuel Christian 10:15 am Emmanuel Christian vs Xenia Christian; 11:30am Troy Christian vs Yellow Springs 12:45 Miami Valley vs Middletown Christian

Thursday Feb. 18 @ Xenia Christian 6pm 12:45 winner vs 11:30 winner; 7:30pm Dayton Christian vs winner of 10:15 game

Saturday Feb 20 @ Miami Valley 11:45 am 7:30 winner vs 6pm winner

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MBC Championship Swim Meet

The MBC Championship Swim Meet was held last night at the Beavercreek YMCA. The 5 teams in attendance included: Dayton Christian, Dayton Miami Valley, Troy Christian, Xenia Christian, and Yellow Springs. The turn out for the meet was great with a close to packed natatorium.
We witnessed some very fast swims, including 3 MBC Championship Meet records broken:
1. Morgan Nuess a senior from Dayton Christian broke her own record from 2008 in the Girls 50 Freestyle with a time of 25.44.
2. Erika Chick a sophmore from Yellow Springs broke a 2007 record in the Girls 100 Butterfly with a time of 1:04.06.
3. The Boys Freestyle Relay A from Xenia Christian consisting of: Nick Miller (Jr), Luke Weaver (Sr), Cory Cooper (Jr), Joe Franklin (Sr); broke a 2005 record in the Boys 200 Freestyle Relay with a time of 1:45.33.
First place finishers included:
1. Girls 200 Medley Relay - Miami Valley A (A. Gartzka, R. Santo, A. Lane, M. Haak)
2. Boys 200 Medley Relay - Xenia Christian A (S. Franklin, C. Cooper, N. Miller, J. Franklin)
3. Girls 200 Freestyle - Erika Chick from Yellow Springs
4. Boys 200 Freestyle - Sam Franklin from Xenia Christian
5. Girls 200 Individual Medley - Raychel Santo from Miami Valley
6. Boys 200 Individual Medley - Cory Cooper from Xenia Christian
7. Girls 50 Freestyle - Morgan Nuess from Dayton Christian
8. Boys 50 Freestyle - Joe Franklin from Xenia Christian
9. Girls 100 Butterfly - Erika Chick from Yellow Springs
10. Boys 100 Butterfly - Kyle Hembree from Miami Valley
11. Girls 100 Freestyle - Haley Rowland from Xenia Christian
12. Boys 100 Freestyle - Nick Miller from Xenia Christian
13. Girls 500 Freestyle - Chelsea Rowland from Xenia Christian
14. Boys 500 Freestyle - Erich Wiggershaus from Dayton Christian
15. Girls 200 Freestyle Relay - Miami Valley A (A. Lane, R. Santo, A. Gartzka, M. Haak)
16. Boys 200 Freestyle Relay - Xenia Christian A (N. Miller, L. Weaver, C. Cooper, J. Franklin)
17. Girls 100 Backstroke - Elizabeth Malone from Yellow Springs
18. Boys 100 Backstroke - Sam Franklin from Xenia Christian
19. Girls 100 Breaststroke - Raychel Santo from Miami Valley
20. Boys 100 Breaststroke - Joe Franklin from Xenia Christian
21. Girls 400 Freestyle Relay - Dayton Christian A (O. Sears, L. Cruz, M. Carr, M. Nuess)
22. Boys 400 Freestyle Relay - Troy Christian A (B. Markley, B. Oroszi, B. Bamford, A. Cota)
At the end of the evening the scores were:
Girls -
1. Xenia Christian - 152
2. Miami Valley - 130
3. Dayton Christian - 79
4. Troy Christian - 64
5. Yellow Springs - 53
Boys -
1. Xenia Christian - 173
2. Troy Christian - 145
3. Dayton Christian - 63
3. Miami Valley - 63

Congratulations to the 2010 Metro Buckeye Conference Champions - Xenia Christian Girls Teams and Boys Team!

Miami Valley sophomore says let it snow

Usually at this time of the year, people long for the warm summer months that still seem too far away.

Not Ben Cole. The sophomore at The Miami Valley School loves playing in the snow, sometimes at speeds reaching 70 mph.

Cole, who started skiing at age 3, races with the Mad River Mountain ski team and runs the NASTAR (NAtional STAndard Race) series that allows skiers from all over the country to compete by time. Cole, who estimates he’s skied in about 15 states, currently ranks third in his regional division of 15- to 16-year-olds.

The courses vary. Giant slalom runs can take about 22 seconds and slalom runs about 26, but longer courses up north can last two minutes.

“You need really good cardio,” Cole said. “It’s basically like a two-minute sprint. Every turn you’re putting Gs on your body because you’re putting pressure on your skis and all your weight so you have to have strong legs.”

The son of Bill and Marti Cole hopes to move out west eventually and earn a ski scholarship to college.

In his words

“The first year I was kind of nervous. I was about 13 when I started, but you can pick it up pretty fast.

“When you wreck once, you kind of lose confidence. You have to build it back up again. The key to ski racing is you have to go all out as fast as you can. It’s a point system and it’s kind of complicated, but basically falling doesn’t matter that much.

“I’ve wiped out quite a few times. Nothing serious.

“Bode Miller. Just his laid-back mentality, and he’s such a good skier. He has good form.

“I like hiking and I’m on the golf team at Miami Valley. Skiing is my favorite by far.

“The mountains, I like the air out there. The beauty. I go two or three times a year skiing. My favorite slope is Deer Valley in Park City, Utah.

“They won’t race. My dad’s a doctor and my mom’s a nurse so they won’t because of injuries.

“Maybe become a doctor. Just like my dad, emergency medicine. My dad works a lot of places, but he works for Premier Health Care.

“Chemistry (with teacher Bryan Czarnota is my favorite subject). We get to do a lot of labs. We recently got to blow up stuff. We put potassium metal in water and it blew up. It was sweet because it was on water blowing up.

“I always wanted to ski race from watching the Olympics. I looked to see if there were some clubs in Ohio and tried it out. It’s hard sometimes because every slope is at least an hour away.

“I’ve raced against people on the U.S. Ski team and I cannot beat them or else I would definitely be out west. We hope to move out west, then I can really get going.”

Emmanuel Christian shocks Dayton Christian

Emmanuel Christian High School guard Terry Scott tossed in a game-high 27 points as the host Lions stunned Division III state final four qualifier Dayton Christian 66-50 in Metro Buckeye Conference boys basketball action Tuesday, Dec. 15.

Emmanuel jumped out to a 17-7 lead after the first quarter and held off the physical Warriors (1-2, 1-1 MBC). Jason Reep added a season-high 15 points and seven assists, and Joel Elliott had 14 points for the host Lions (3-0, 2-0).

I just want to be the best

“I just want to be the best,” Oren said. “I expect a lot of myself. If I don’t do everything perfect, I feel like I have a bad game.”

Lions first-year coach Brett Stewart said Oren is critical of herself to perform well, which can be a good thing.

“If she knows if something isn’t going well, she corrects it very quickly,” Stewart said. “She gets this drive just to take over. She plays very aggressive. She doesn’t let anyone push her around.”

Oren comes from a basketball family. Her brother, Justin, was a star player on the Lions’ boys team.

“We would always go to the gym and I’d rebound for him,” Oren said. “He’d always let me shoot when he was done. He’s always helping me after games.”

She’s been the Lions’ leader since she stepped onto the floor at Emmanuel. She averaged 18.1 points and 7.6 rebounds per game last season and averaged 16.8 PPG as a freshman. Through three games this season, Oren is averaging 27 PPG.

“She’s starting to get more and more confidence,” Stewart said.

Although her jump shot is improving, Oren’s ability to penetrate is her main weapon on the floor.

“If my shots aren’t going in, I just try to take it to the hole,” Oren said.

“She takes things into her own hands and she’s able to create off the dribble,” Stewart said.

McNeely Proves Clutch As XC Moves To 2-0 In Conference

December 16, 2009
It has been quite a five day stretch for the Xenia Christian Boy’s Basketball team. As the conference season has begun, there has been no lack of excitement and drama. They opened MBC play at Troy Christian on Friday with a 47-46 victory at Troy Christian. Trailing by one with four seconds remaining, Senior guard Andrew McNeely stepped for two free throws. He calmly knocked both down to seal the victory. Though it was tough to upstage that performance, the Ambassadors did just that in a classic battle at Middletown Christian on Tuesday. XC looked to be moving toward a routine win, but were shocked by an amazing MC come back in the fourth quarter that sent the game into overtime. In OT, the Eagles went up one point on a layup with three seconds left. As the MC crowd exploded, XC quickly inbounded the ball to McNeely. In a Sportscenter type moment, McNeely took two dribbles and heaved up a three quarter court shot at the buzzer…Nothing but net and the XC crowd stormed the floor as the Ambassadors pulled of an amazing 59-57 victory. It has been a great team effort that has led the Ambassadors to their quick start. McNeely is leading the team in scoring averaging just over 20 points per game, while fellow Senior Ben Bouchard is chipping in nicely with 12 points per game. The victory over Middletown Christian moved XC to 3-1 overall leading into a huge local rivalry game with Yellow Springs, who is also 2-0 in the conference. That game is this Friday at Xenia Christian at 7:30 pm and the winner will take the outright lead in the MBC standings.

Middies able to survive late flurry

Turnover-prone MHS staves off late Dayton Christian rally, as Frazier leads way with 25 points.
MIDDLETOWN — Close may only count in horseshoes and hand grenades, but the host Middletown High School girls basketball team survived a close call Friday night, Nov. 27, in the Wade E. Miller gym.

The Middies (1-0) led 59-49 with just over three minutes left to play, but had to fight off a Dayton Christian rally in the final seconds for a 61-59 win.

Dayton Christian’s Lisa Weber launched a grenade of the 3-point variety with nine seconds left in the game that rolled around the inside of the rim and fell out. Had the shot fallen through, the upstart Warriors would’ve tied the game at 60. Instead, teammate Lindsey Wenzel hit a pair of free throws to pull to within a point.

At the other end, Micah Dennis hit the front end of a pair of double-bonus free throws with 6.6 seconds left to seal the win. Dayton Christian (0-1) could only muster a desperation shot from well behind midcourt as the buzzer sounded.

“I don’t think we were all on the same page, especially toward the middle of the game,” said the Middies senior center Taylor Frazier. “I’m proud that we stuck together and won though.”

Frazier finished with a game-high 25 points. Middie coach Scott Dalton wiped his brow as he left the locker room.

“Whew! Turnovers killed us tonight. And it seemed like whenever we did get a good lead, we just couldn’t put them away,” Dalton said. “I knew (Dayton Christian) would be a good test for us. They were 15-6 last season. We’re just a very young team and I think that showed tonight.”

Middletown had 38 turnovers, 23 in the first half.

Dayton Christian’s Weber led the Warriors with 22 points, but she would’ve loved to have finished with 25.

“I thought that shot was going to go in,” she said. “We were close, but I guess we just needed a few more seconds.”

Dayton Christian reeled off a 12-4 run to close to within two points, but trailed 30-28 at halftime. Middletown went on a 9-0 run to start the second half, and had a 10-point lead after three quarters of play. Once more, Dayton Christian went on a closing spurt, outscoring the Middies 11-4 in the final 3:24.

Both teams return to action Monday with Middletown playing a 7 p.m. contest in Finneytown. Dayton Christian will travel to West Carrollton. Warriors coach Paul Orme felt good after the game.

“Lisa’s shot was in-and-out. What’re you going to do?” Orme shrugged. “I’m really pleased with how we battled back like that, and I’m happy with the way we played.”

METRO BUCKEYE CONFERENCE NEWS RELEASE

2009 marked the first season of football as a league sport. 3 league members ( Dayton Christian, Troy Christian, and Yellow Springs) combined with 3 “football only” members (Ft. Loramie, Jefferson, and Lehman Catholic ). The championship came down to the last Friday of the season when Lehman defeated Ft. Loramie.

The all-league teams are listed below:

FIRST TEAM:
OFFENSIVE Player Of the Year : Mitch Raterman RB Ft. Loramie
QB: Jonathan Slagle Lehman Catholic
RB: Kaleb Goins Lehman Catholic; David Spearman Lehman Catholic
WR Cody Latimer Jefferson; Wes Horn Troy Christian; Tyler Rose Ft. Loramie
TE Jace Humphreys Ft. Loramie
C Brad Frilling Ft. Loramie
G Brad Drees Ft. Loramie; Matt Pulfer Lehman Catholic
T Ryan Jacob Lehman Catholic; Jake Meyer Ft. Loramie
PK Wade Schroeder Lehman Catholic
P Jeremy Hoppe Dayton Christian

DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF YEAR ( tie): Kaleb Goins LB Lehman Catholic
Zac Ranly DE Ft. Loramie
DL: Rodney Hutson Lehman Catholic, Joe Poeppelman Ft. Loramie, Jon Pearson Ft. L
ILB Alex Wolf Ft. Loramie; Ryan Halley Dayton Christian
DE/OLB Drew Schmitz Lehman Catholic
DB Robert Brown Troy Christian; Brandon Puthoff Ft Loramie; David Spearman Lehman Catholic; Wil Vernon Lehman Catholic

COACH OF THE YEAR: Richard Roll Lehman Catholic

SECOND TEAM

QB Steve Smith Jefferson
RB: Heath Harding DC; Robert Brown TC, Kyle Keplinger TC
WR: Evan Goffena LC, Robert Potter J
TE: Taylor Patterson TC
C Mark Dyas DC
G Andrew Coots TC, Devon Richard LC
T Eddie Demmitt TC, Robbie Mathews J
DL Alex Jackson DC, David James J, Ryan Jacob LC, Eddie Demmitt TC
ILB Brad Frilling FL, Alex Cota TC, Jacob Smith DC
DE/OLB Michael Gord DC, Jace Humphreys FL
DB Robert Martin J, Jason Carnegis DC, Davonne Freeman YS, Cody Albers FL

Congratulations Bethany Norman

Bethany Norman is a freshman at Xenia Christian. She won the Metro Buckeye Conference meet by over a minute in front of the rest of the competition and helped lead her team to a 1 point victory as Metro Buckeye Champions. She set a course record at the John Bryant Invitational with a time of 19:31. Bethany placed 7th in Districts and led her team to a 9th place finish. She then placed 8th in Regionals to qualify for the State Cross Country meet. At Scioto Downs she took 24th place and earned All-Ohio Honors. Xenia Christian coaches are Jim Preston and Robin Norman.

Fort Loramie 63, Southeastern 21

The final is Fort Loramie 63-21. The Redskins will play Marion Local for the Region 24 final next week.

3:08 left in the third: Reed Florence tossed a 9-yard TD to Tyler Cooper. 42-14 Fort Loramie.

Another interception for Southeastern, and another score for Fort Loramie.

The score was set up by an 81-yard interception return for Jace Humphreys.

42-7 with six minutes left in the third quarter.

At halftime, Fort Loramie leads Southeastern 35-7.
Some quick stats:

Fort Loramie has 381 rushing yards. Mitch Raterman has 203 yards on 17 carries.

Reed Florence has 172 passing yards and a touchdown, but also has two interceptions.

The Redskins are dominating the line of scrimmage and running through huge holes in the Southeastern defense. They have 14 first downs and 27 passing yards.

The Redskins responded to the Trojans’ touchdown with a five-play, 71-yard drive, all runs, to go up 35-7.

Southeastern is on the board after a 37-yard touchdown pass from Reed Florence to Austin Mercer.
Fort Loramie is gashing Southeastern with long runs. The latest was a 38-yard touchdown from Mitch Raterman. Fort Loramie’s up 21-0 with 10:43 left in the half.

After one quarter it’s 14-0 Fort Loramie, and the Redskins are driving again. Fort Loramie had six first downs and 142 rushing yards in the first quarter.
Southeastern has moved the football but Reed Florence has thrown two interceptions.

Reed Florence threw an interception on Southeastern’s first drive. Southeastern’s down 7-0.

Fort Loramie drove right down the field and opened the scoring with a 1-yard touchdown run. We’ve got about eight minutes left in the first quarter.

XC’s Callan Earns ‘Athlete of the Week’ Honor

Clear Channel Radio & Subway have selected their ‘Athlete of the Week’ recipient for the week of November 9, 2009. This honor has been awarded to Ally Callan, a Senior Volleyball player for Xenia Christian. Ally recently was recognized as a member of the 1st Team All- Metro Buckeye Conference Team; an honor that she also received in the 2008 campaign as a Junior. Following her graduation from Xenia Christian this Spring, Ally will be attending Cedarville University where she hopes to continue her Volleyball career with the Yellow Jackets. Congratulations to Ally for this award and another great season with the Ambassdors!

Isaiah Bragg Wins Second Place in Division III Cross Country

Emmanuel Christian Academy Senior Isaiah Bragg grabbed second place to highling fou podium finishes by Miami Valley Runners. Bragg won the D-III state title running for Cincinnati Christian in 2008 and missed out on a repeat by about eight seconds. Still his effort for Emmanuel Christian gave the school its first state appearance in any sport. CONGRATULATIONS

Area football playoff matchups: 1st round

Fort Loramie (8-2) at (2) Lockland (9-1)

D-VI, Region 24

When: 7 p.m. Saturday

Notable: The Redskins are making their first postseason appearance in five seasons of existence with first-year head coach Matt Burgbacher. RB Mitch Raterman has gained 1,400 yards and scored 24 TDs. Lockland’s loss was to North College Hill (34-16), which is 10-0 in D-IV.

(5) Marion Local (5-5) vs. (4) Lehman Catholic (7-3)

D-VI, Region 24

When: 7 p.m. Saturday

Where: Sidney Memorial Stadium

Notable: The Flyers are one of two teams in the playoffs with a .500 record, but they closed the regular season with a defeat of D-V playoff participant Anna. Lehman Catholic lost to Anna, 38-10 in Week 1.

Cross country: 4-time state finalist looks for 2nd title

Heading into his fourth state meet, Isaiah Bragg feels confident in his ability to handle the course. Emmanuel Christian Academy’s Isaiah Bragg finished third in the Division III boys race at the Troy regional cross country championships on Saturday, Oct. 31.

Injury to skull fuels soccer headgear debate

Dayton Christian goalkeeper’s incident makes the case for more protection.
It was Senior Night for the Dayton Christian High School boys soccer team Oct. 2 when Ian MacDonald crushed his skull.

“I saw the ball coming over top,” MacDonald, the Dayton Christian goalkeeper, said recently in his Miamisburg home, surrounded by medical head scans. “I knew I’d have to come out; I couldn’t let (the opposing player) just come in.

“As I came out, the ball bounced, and I was sliding right as he hit it. I put my hands down to stop my body, and I woke up with tons of pain. My player was over me. I saw him, and there was white above him. I heard him say, ‘He’s not ... no he’s hurt.’ ”

MacDonald, who as a junior has promising college prospects, had taken an inadvertent knee above his right eye from a teammate in a game against Xenia Christian. The play was like many others in soccer, a fight for the ball near the goal by multiple players.

Out for three months following surgery to repair the dent to his frontal bone, MacDonald is expected to return to his club team by January and rejoin DC for his senior year. By then, though, he’ll be wearing a wraparound piece of headgear to protect his head.

MacDonald’s injury is just the latest to a prep soccer goalie that has both underlined the difficulty and toughness of the position and caused some to wonder if headgear should be mandatory equipment for high school soccer players.

Most players wouldn’t want headgear, coaches and state officials said, unless professional players began wearing it. The athletes’ machismo and desire for comfort causes them to want less padding instead of more, and coaches said appropriate technique often can protect a player as much as extra equipment.

MacDonald no longer has a choice. A second concussion and a demand from his father, Scott, himself a former high school and college goalkeeper, mean he’ll be donning the black headband-like protective piece when he plays again.

“You want your players to be protected,” said Carroll coach Scott Molfenter, a former professional goalkeeper whose career included a stint with the former Dayton Dynamo. “Unfortunately, you can’t bubble-wrap everybody.”

Tough position

Even when MacDonald was lying on the turf with an egg-shaped bump forming above his right eyebrow, he didn’t want to come out of the game.

He didn’t know his frontal bone was dented — a scan shows it looking like someone took a elbow to drywall. He grudgingly agreed to go to the bench only because, by rule, he had to leave the field after a trainer tended to him.

On the bench, he began spitting up blood, and the coaches called his parents down to take him to the hospital. The doctor at first said a crack was unlikely because the bone above the eyes is very difficult to break. He returned following the scans, told the family, “It’s not good,” and sent Ian to meet with a surgeon.

“I asked to play (the following) Tuesday, and he said no,” MacDonald said. “Then I asked for Thursday, and he said no, and I said Saturday, and he said, ‘No soccer.’ ”

The possibility of injury and a desire to quickly return are stalwarts of the goalkeeper position, coaches said. As a player who attacks the ball with his entire body, the goalkeeper is susceptible to injuries to the head.

By age 10, many youth players are more regularly using their heads, said Dan Bartley, who coaches with two teams in the Oakwood United select organization. The goalkeepers, too, are aggressive by that age. One of Bartley’s players hurt his head last year when he collided with one of the posts during a save attempt.

“They use the head an immense amount,” Bartley said of the youth players.

During his career at Fairmont West, Miami Valley School and a season at Miami University, Scott MacDonald suffered injuries that included a separated shoulder and at least six concussions. He had root canals on two bottom teeth and cracked two upper teeth because of strikes to the face.

“I was knocked unconscious multiple times,” he said.

Ignoring possible injury is necessary for the position that can cause head-to-post, knee-to-mouth and diving-to-ground problems, coaches said.

“It’s a different kind of athlete that enjoys having the ball kicked at them,” said John Guiliano, the Beavercreek coach and a former goalkeeper at the Rochester Institute of Technology. “Most goaltenders are a little left of center.”

Focus on prevention

When shin protection was just becoming mandatory soccer equipment in the 1980s, players did what they could to meet standards and still find comfort.

“Guys would take small magazines and put them under their socks,” said Molfenter, a Northmont graduate. “They would tape tongue depressors together.”

Many players still dislike shin guards and are hesitant to accept more protection, coaches said. Headgear, in fact, was not allowed just a few years ago, because facial masks and other helmet-like pieces are potentially offensive equipment in a game often requiring players to go head to head.

“We couldn’t have someone coming out to play in a football helmet,” said Jerry Snodgrass, an assistant commissioner with the Ohio High School Athletic Association.

Focus has increased on objectively treating head injuries and preventing others from happening, said Woody Goffinett, senior athletic trainer at Dayton Sports Medicine Institute. According to medical literature, the head injury rate in soccer actually is higher than it is in football.

Trainers in all sports are deferring to medical testing in cases such as Ian MacDonald’s — one that could have been more severe if his teammate’s knee hit inches away — instead of relying on what the players are telling them.

“We’re no longer relying on a 17-year-old telling us, ‘No, no headache today,’ when it’s game day,” Goffinett said.

Hoping to prevent more head injuries, some are asking for more protection. For now, headgear is a choice for any player, but convincing players to use it could be difficult in a culture that encourages playing with pain and not showing weakness.

“You never really think about coming out,” Ian MacDonald said, “unless it’s terrible.”

Metro Buckeye Conference Press release

The Metro Buckeye Conference crowned its first football champion this weekend when Lehman Catholic defeated Ft. Loramie. Both Lehman Cath and Ft. Loramie are "football only" members of the MBC. In other sports Dayton Christian and Miami Valley tied for the boys soccer title. There was also a tie for the volleyball crown between Dayton Christian and Emanuel Christian. This is Emmanuel Christian's first year in the league. In girl's soccer the title went to Dayton Christian.

Football coaches will have the all-league team available in mid-Nov.

Chris Rainey MBC Commissioner

Girls Soccer All League 2009

GIRLS SOCCER FIRST TEAM:

Taylor Hefferon Troy Christian Player of the year
Liberty Watson Troy Christian
Maria Schafer Troy Christian
Kristie Wolff Dayton Christian
Nicole Bryant Dayton Christian
Casey Apple Dayton Christian
Kelsey Clark Miami Valley
Allyson Clark Miami Valley
Emily Edwards Miami Valley
Karla Yanes Middletown Christian
Emily Rush Middletown Christian
Katie Stout Xenia Christian
Mariah Isaacs Xenia Christian

GIRLS SOCCER SECOND TEAM:

Nicole Sharp Dayton Christian
Lindsey Wenzel Dayton Christian
Devin Algren Dayton Christian
Gabby LaFave Miami Valley
Lauren Shaver Miami Valley
Paige Dufresne Middletown Christian
Patty Rhinehart Middletown Christian
Grace Jett Troy Christian
Danielle Forrer Troy Christian
Erica Kacho Xenia Christian
Sarah Graver Xenia Christian
Elyse Giardullo Yellow Springs

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD:

Daisy Brown Miami Valley
Chelsae Dean Dayton Christian
Paige Dufresne Middletown Christian
Lauren Knowles Xenia Christian
Elizabeth Malone Yellow Springs
Jess Stemple Troy Christian

COACHES AWARD Taylor Hefferon Troy Christian

COACH OF THE YEAR : Jessica Orme Dayton Christian

Boys Soccer All League 2009

BOYS SOCCER FIRST TEAM:

Cameron Porter Miami Valley Player of the Year
Jeremy Hoppe Dayton Christian
Josh Schultz Dayton Christian
Josh Thomas Dayton Christian
Mathew Scott Emmanuel Christian
Jake Brown Miami Valley
Stefan Cleveland Miami Valley
Zach Wise Middletown Christian
Ray Howarah Xenia Christian
Dan Isaacs Xenia Christian
Alex Onfroy Yellow Springs
Ryan Phillips Yellow Springs
Jacob Trumbull Yellow Springs

BOYS SOCCER SECOND TEAM :

Christian Alexander Dayton Christian
Daniel Erlandson Dayton Christian
Brent Schilling Dayton Christian
Peter Vaughn Dayton Christian
David Smith Emmanuel Christian
Tyler Fearn Miami Valley
Taylor Sutton Miami Valley
Jake Irving Middletown Christian
Steve Panosian Xenia Christian
Justin Deakyne Xenia Christian
Chris Johnson Yellow Springs
Kody McDonald Yellow Springs
AJ Wagner Yellow Springs

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD:

Ben Bouchard Xenia Christian
Elliot Cromer Yellow Springs
Kyle Eaton Middletown Christian
Sam Guggenheimer Miami Valley
Jon Schindler Dayton Christian
David Smith Emmanuel Christian

Coaches Award: Roy Lowrie Xenia Christian

Coach of the Year : Mario Carrillo Miami Valley School

Volleyball All League 2009

VOLLEYBALL FIRST TEAM:

Paige Huntsberger Middletown Christian Player of Year
Marika Harris Troy Christian
Emily Neal Dayton Christian
Erika Tolson Dayton Christian
Aly Callan Xenia Christian
Sadie Surls Xenia Christian
Ashley Oren Emmanuel Christian
Kristina Gosney Emmanuel Christian

VOLLEYBALL SECOND TEAM:

Morgan Schlatter Dayton Christian
Megan Tolson Dayton Christian
Jenna Friece Emmanuel Christian
Destiny Carpenter Miami Valley
Madison Tolson Middletown Christian
Shannon Arbogast Troy Christian
Hannah Kirkpatrick Troy Christian
Ellie Etner Xenia Christian

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD;

Mayelin Beekman Emmanuel Christian
Hayley Blackburn Middletown Christian
Hannah Kirkpatrick Troy Christian
Maya Kyles Miami Valley
Julie Neal Dayton Christian
Sadie Surls Xenia Christian

Coaches Award: Shannon Arbogast Troy Christian

Coach of the Year : Angie Arthur Emmanuel Christian Academy

GIRL'S GOLF STATE TOURNAMENT

This is preliminary information, because when I left the Ohio State University Golf Course at around 3:00p.m., there were still golfers on the course and more than hlf of the day's scores had not yet been posted.

But Miranda Cunningham finished her Saturday round with an 87, which when combined with the previous day's 87 gave her a 36-hole total of 174. Based on the scores that had been posted by the time I left the course, this was good to guarantee that Miranda had finished at least in the top 10 of the individual qualifiers to the girls division II state golf tournament.

We coaches were told prior to the event that there are about 135 schools involved in Division III girls golf throughout the state of Ohio. The fact that Miranda finished in the top 10 as an individual entrant is quite an accomplishment. Great job, Miranda!

In Christ, Coach Vecchi

GIRL'S GOLF STATE TOURNAMENT DAY 1

Just a quick note to say we are thankful that with the cold temperatures today (never got above the mid-40's) at the girls' state tournament, the rain that had been in the forecast held off.

Miranda Cunningham shot 87 today in the fist round of the 2-round tournament, to finish the day in a tie for 9th place out of 12 individual golfers.

Miranda's tee-time for Saturday is 9:48a.m. starting on the 10th hole of the Gray Course.

In Christ, Coach Vecchi

MBC Volleyball Tourney, Junior High 2009

Saturday October 10, 2009 the MBC Volleyball Junior High Tournament was held at Middletown Christian.
Congratulations to Troy Christian Seventh Grade and Middletown Christian Eighth Grade for being the Metro Buckeye Conference Junior High Volleyball Champions.

DAYTON CHRISTIAN BOYS' GOLF RESULTS

The golf season ended 10-8-09 for the DCS boys Sectional Champion golf team. Only the top 2 teams at the district tournament in boys golf get to advance, and the DCS team score of 383 (played in the cold and rain) did not qualify. At this writing, I do not yet have the results from the entire field of golfers. The DCS individual scores were as follows:

Brandon Stein 42-46 88
Brad Girdwood 47-41 88
Jay Zollars 49-54 103
Brandon Filaseta 55-49 104
David Wilson 55-50 105

This has been a great golf season for DCS boys' golf. Our goal at the beginning of the season was to advance past the sectionals to the districts as a team. Not only did the team advance to the districts, but it became the first golf team in DCS history to win the sectional championship.

In Christ, Pete Vecchi

The Playoff

Three golfers finished regulation play during the Girls' Division II District Tournament at Heatherwoode Golf Course tied at 80 for the third (and final) individual spot to advance to the state finals: Miranda Cunningham of Dayton Christian, Katie Long of Blanchester, and Brook Van Skaik of Blanchester. Long and Van Skaik had advanced to the district tournament from the Fairfield sectional, where Long scored 73, and Van Skaik scored 78, finishing as the 1st and 2nd place individual qualifiers, respectively. Cunningham had advanced to the district tournament through the Xenia sectional, where she had scored 86 to finish as the second place individual qualifier.

The sudden death playoff began on hole # 1. All three golfers found the fairway with their shots, with Van Skaik having cut the corner on the slight dogleg right to leave herself with an approach shot from about 30 yards closer than the two other golfers. Both Long and Cunningham reached the green on their approach shots, but left themselves with putts in excess of 40 feet. Van Skaik's approach came to rest in the fringe about 15 feet away from the hole.

Long was away and putted first, leaving her first putt about 6 feet away from the hole. Cunningham was up next, and left her putt inside two feet from the hole. She had to mark her ball to avoid standing in the line of Van Skaik's putt. Van Skaik's putt from the fringe just missed, going about 2 feet by the hole. Long stepped up and barely missed her 6-footer, tapping in for a 5. Van Skaik and Cunningham each sunk their short putts for 4. This eliminated Long from the playoff, with Van Skaik and Cunningham moving on to hole # 2.

Cunningham's hit first on # 2, with her tee-shot going left, making it through some overhaning branches of a tree without the tree doing much to deflect the ball or stop it's momentum. The shot ended up in the left rough, about 150 yards from the green. Van Skaik then hit her tee-shot down the right side. It landed in the rough and went into the water on the first bounce. Van Skaik had to take a penalty shot, taking her drop in a spot about 150 yards away from the green. While Van Skaik was preparing to hit her third shot, Cunningham hit her second shot from the left rough. Cunningham's second shot came to rest on the front fringe of the green, leaving her with about a 20-foot uphill putt. Van Skaik then hit her third shot onto the green, about 20 feet left of the pin.

Cunningham putted first, leaving her putt from the fringe about 3 feet short of the hole. Van Skaik rolled her putt about 5 feet past the hole, missed her putt coming back, and tapped in for a 6. Cunningham therefore had 3 putts to tie and 2 to win from about 3 feet. She just missed her 3-footer, but tapped in for a 5 and the playoff victory, which allowed her to advance to the state finals.

This is the first time that a Dayton Christian High School golfer has advanced to the state finals.

MIRANDA CUNNINGHAM ADVACES TO STATE GIRLS' GOLF TOURNAMENT

Miranda Cunningham has advanced to the state finals in girls' golf by winning the 2nd sudden death playoff hole today in the girls' sectionals at Heatherwoode Golf Course. Miranda finished the 18 holes of regulation play in a 3-way tie for third place as an individual. Since only the top three teams and the top three individuals who are not on any of the top three teams can advance to state, Miranda's 18-hole score of 80 put her into the sudden death playoff. One golfer was eliminated after the first hole, and Miranda finished the 2nd hole with a tap-in putt for a 5 after her opponent had tapped in for a 6. This is the first time that a DCS girls' golfer has ever advanced to the state finals.

The state finals 18-hole practice round for Miranda is scheduled on the Ohio State University Golf Course for Thursday, October 15th beginning at 11:50a.m. The first round of the state tournament is scheduled for 18 holes on Friday, October 16, with the second 18-hole round scheduled for Saturday, October 17th.

Congratulations to Miranda Cunningham!

H.S. soccer leaders for Oct. 1

BOYS SOCCER

Goals

22: C. Latham, Spg. Cath. Central; M. Salhieh, Kenton Ridge

20: J. Spirk, Wilmington; C. Lynch, Bellbrook

19: C. Porter, Miami Valley

16: J. Sutton, Bethel

15: R. Woods, Greeneview

14: E. Lynch, Bellbrook

13: D. Climmons, Fairborn; A. West, Wayne

12: S. Panosian, Xen. Christian; C. Baron, Tipp; C. Fulton, Northwestern; J. Brown, Bethel

11: A. Freytag, Leh. Catholic

10: J. Mitchell, Carroll; T. Rieser, Alter; N. Speck, Troy Christian

9: B. Simpkins, Ben Logan; C .Fritschie, Tecumseh

Assists

16: J. Halula, Spg. Cath. Central

11: R. Howarah, Xen. Christian; C. Latham, Spg. Cath. Central

10: J. Brown, Bethel

9: D. Ha, Wayne; C. Darnell, Fairmont; J. Hodges, Newton; S. Masin, Bethel

8: E. Grissom, Piqua; J. Mitchell, Carroll

7: L. Dierker, Fairborn; J. Buschur, Carroll; C. Pricer, Tipp; B. Bowman, Kenton Ridge; M. Canty, Greeneview; D. Estep, Greeneview; P. Fraylick, Tri-Village; E. Lynch, Bellbrook; K. Hamlin, Bethel

6: M. Anthony, Xen. Christian; M. DeNise, Piqua; A. Starr, Fairmont; T. Washington, Xenia; U. Speranza, Carroll; K. Schleip, Shawnee; B. Keaton, Greenon; M. Carter, Northwestern; C. Franzer, Tipp; C. Fritschie, Tecumseh

5: M. Georgin, Oakwood; J. Ngyuen, Miami Valley; T. Rieser, Alter; D. Lorenzo, Sidney; N. Bias, Fairmont; D. Wright, Beavercreek; A. Beigel, Sidney; T. Fisher, Northmont; P. Driver, Northmont; J. Hoppe, Day. Christian; S. Aurrichio, CJ; T. Fischer, Carroll; C. Baron, Tipp; J. Spirk, Wilmington

Goalkeepers
Player G GA GAA SHO
C. Langston, Piqua 9 0.000 0 79
M. Pena, Butler 6 0.000 4 23
M. Menker, CJ 6 0.000 4.5 n/a
A. Kleinhans, Sidney 5 0.000 3 12
A. Kreger, Centerville 11 0.273 9 n/a
B. Dorn, Beavercreek 8 0.300 6 37
J. Arnold, Wayne 7 0.333 5 36
W. Calladine, Graham 10 0.400 0 4
S. Foreman, Carroll 11 0.545 5.5 51
L. Murphy, Northmont 7 0.625 4 45
J. DeRoo, Alter 6 0.667 3.5 27
S. Cleveland, Miami Valley 10 0.700 4 n/a
J. Buszek, Lebanon 10 0.700 3 35
K. McGrail, Alter 10 0.800 4 52
J. Deakyne, Xen. Christian n/a 0.810 1 92
A. Henrich, Springboro 8 0.875 2 34
L. Bothe, Ben Logan 8 0.875 0 12
S. Harman, Oakwood n/a 0.900 6 36
J. Heckman, Tecumseh 10 0.900 5 14
D. Miller, Fenwick 8 1.000 2 50
M. Wilkes, Trotwood 5 1.000 2 42

GIRLS SOCCER

Goals

21: K. Reed, Greeneview

19: J. Jarrett, Bellbrook

18: J. Boggs, Tecumseh; K. Holland, Leh. Catholic

17: S. Scinto, Fairborn

15: E. Yenney, Troy; T. Heath, Sidney; L. Price, Waynesville

13: B. Baise, Shawnee; A. Mickle, Greeneview

12: C. Davis, Oakwood; E. Sharpe, Tipp; S. Huth, Lebanon; B. Koester, Sidney; M. Powers, Beavercreek; L. Mathews, Kenton Ridge; B. Sizemore, Kenton Ridge; K. Overbey, Anna; M. Sullivan, Monroe; G. Walter, Leh. Catholic

11: M. Rawers, Troy; T. Hefferon, Troy Christian; A. Mannier, Graham; L. Lewis, Wilmington; L. Bunn, Waynesville

10: A. Carmack, Miamisburg; E. Huber, Anna

9: M. Nemeth, Centerville; M. Stallard, Tipp; S. Holloway, Tipp; T. Fultz, Pre. Shawnee; M. Leonard, Franklin; S. Lovelace, Franklin; J. Thompson, Shawnee

Assists

16: L. Price, Waynesville

14: A. Carmack, Miamisburg

10: M. Stallard, Tipp

9: F. Vaughan, Centerville; E. Yenney, Troy; C. Eby, Wayne; S.Huth, Lebanon; L. Bunn, Waynesville; L. Jenkins, Greeneview; S. Lovelace, Franklin; A. Meister, Shawnee

8: C. Falknor, Centerville; J. Boggs, Tecumseh; M. Combs, Tipp; H. Phillips, Bellbrook; K. Reed, Greeneview

7: K. Cassell, Butler; M. Powers, Beavercreek; B. Koester, Sidney; D. Forrer, Troy Christian; A. Bell, Waynesville; C. Brown, Greeneview; S. Brown, Monroe; T. Estes, Franklin

6: M. Isaacs, Xen. Christian; C. Welsh, Centerville; E. Good, Miamisburg; E. Mitchell, Fairborn; S. Stephens, Miamisburg; M. Riese, Miamisburg; C. West, Northwestern; A. Denton, Tecumseh; K. Collins, Greenon; L. Elson, Waynesville; T. Fultz, Pre. Shawnee; T. Hennen, Bellbrook; L. Mathews, Kenton Ridge; J. Thompson, Shawnee; G. Walter, Leh. Catholic

Goalkeepers
Player G GA GAA SHO
D. Algren, Day. Christian 8 0.000 0 57
E. Walsh, Beavercreek 12 0.417 6.5 82
C. Yount, Wayne 9 0.444 6 40
H. Pyle, Centerville 10 0.600 2 31
J. Schnarr, Fairmont 9 0.667 5 100
A. Mishurda, Lebanon 12 0.750 5 84
K. Stout, Xen. Christian n/a 0.790 1 62
A. Miller, Oakwood 5 0.800 3 n/a
H. McKeta, Tipp 10 0.900 4 51

Area H.S. girls volleyball leaders for Oct. 1

Kills

J. Thobe, Leh. Catholic 235

S. Oyer, Indian Lake 204

L. Butterfield, Springfield 158

H. Rose, Brookville 157

K. Winchester, Butler 150

B. Swann, Beavercreek 146

M. Schmitmeyer, Leh. Catholic 144

A. Wray, Lebanon 143

K. Rice, Troy 133

J. Kinchen, Bellefontaine 132

A. Calhoun, Tipp 128

K. Espeleta, Northmont 124

L. Cowman, Wilmington 124

S. Mitchell, Graham 121

K. Eastham, Urbana 115

E. Tolson, Day. Christian 114

B. Breeding, Fairborn 109

C. Crawford, Covington 108

J. Kaffenbarger, Northwestern 107

A. Winner, Mar. Local 106

M. Reiser, Troy 104

Assists

D. Schofield, Springfield 350

C. Kapaku, Beavercreek 332

K. Korab, Northwestern 332

H. Saunier, Oakwood 331

J. Robinson, Wilmington 319

N. Bickley, Butler 318

E. Melling, Bellefontaine 317

R. Moyer, Tecumseh 307

A. Thobe, Leh. Catholic 305

A. Helman, Troy 293

A. Fletcher, Springboro 292

C. Wright, Wayne 284

S. Lilley, Fairborn 279

J. Davia, Ben Logan 262

A. Angle, Covington 260

H. Seifker, Lebanon 260

B. Hunley, Brookville 244

M. Tolson, Day. Christian 236

Blocks

S. Oyer, Indian Lake 102

E. Myers, Bellefontaine 95

M. Kilburn, Wayne 76

K. Berrien, Springfield 74

S. Mitchell, Graham 74

J. Ingle, Brookville 60

D. Zirkle, Graham 59

D. Carpenter, Miami Valley 51

M. Oyer, Indian Lake 50

J. Reynolds, Northwestern 50

L. Butterfield, Springfield 46

J. Berrien, Springfield 44

K. Vann Oss, Beavercreek 42

C. Clifton, Wilmington 40

C. Alexander, Fairborn 39

K. Ryan, Oakwood 38

Digs

D. Roberts, Bellefontaine 218

H. Rose, Brookville 217

J. Haase, Miamisburg 205

K. Mueller, Oakwood 201

J. Thobe, Leh. Catholic 192

K. Leasure, Bellefontaine 188

L. Stahl, Ben Logan 180

L. Brademeyer, Indian Lake 172

E. Macasek, Tecumseh 168

S. Oyer, Indian Lake 162

E. Neal, Day. Christian 162

M. Reiser, Troy 150

D. Carpenter, Miami Valley 149

N. Wyant, Northwestern 147

M. Hendricks, Urbana 143

D. Zirkle, Graham 142

J. Furay, Springfield 141

E. Tolson, Day. Christian 140

Aces

K. Mueller, Oakwood 58

S. Stanek, Miami Valley 57

P. Huntsberger, Mid. Christian 56

L. Cowman, Wilmington 53

B. Hunley, Brookville 49

C. Heckman, Graham 45

D. Carpenter, Miami Valley 41

A. Calhoun, Tipp 40

R. Bruce, Tipp 39

K. Francis, Troy 39

J. Furay, Springfield 37

M. Tolson, Day. Christian 37

C. Dowd, Tipp 36

H. Seifker, Lebanon 36

N. Cornelius, Indian Lake 35

M. Tolson, Mid. Christian 34

J. Little, Fairborn 31

C. Hall, TC North 31

D. Brown, TC North 30

S. Lilley, Fairborn 30

A. McPherson, Lebanon 30

T. Johnson, Springfield 30

H.S. golf leaders for Oct. 1

Name, School, Average

M. Bernard, Wayne, 34.3

Z. Yinger, Sidney, 35.4

L. Chafin, Troy Christian, 36.0

B. Curry, Mid. Christian, 36.1

N. Scott, Northmont, 36.3

A. Nikias, Fenwick, 36.5

R. Denny, Valley View, 36.5

W. Drees, Versailles, 36.5

M. Kern, Springboro, 37.2

P. Gilmore, Wilmington, 37.3

B. Fuller, Wilmington, 37.7

J. North, Butler, 37.8

E. Ward, Butler, 37.8

P. Barker, Miamisburg, 38.0

R. Sylvester, Xen. Christian, 38.0

Miranda Cunningham has advanced to the Girls' district tournament

Miranda Cunningham, Dayton Christian, has advanced to the Girls' district tournament by scoring an 86 at WGC in the sectionals today. Her District tournament is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6th.

BOYS DIVISION III SECTIONAL GOLF

BOYS DIVISION III SECTIONAL GOLF
At Moss Creek GC, Trotwood 2009

Teams qualifying to district at Weatherwax in Middletown

1 DAYTON CHRISTIAN 352 Brandon Stein (80) Brad Girdwood (96) David Wilson (84) Brandon Filaseta (92)
2 TROY CHRISTIAN 355 Luke Chafin (84) Nick Swink (90) Austin Brewer (86) Jacob Grant (95)
3 TWIN VALLEY SOUTH 363 Jordon Combs (92) Tyler Bassler (90) Levi Robbins (85) Skylar Reckers (96)
4 BETHEL 366 Mason Siler (85) Bryce Laycock (92) Ralph Lauzze (89) Adam Loewer (100)

Others: 5 YELLOW SPRINGS 383
6 SOUTHEASTERN 385
7 DIXIE 388
8 ARCANUM 390
9 FRANKLIN MONROE 395 Individuals from non-qualfying teams
10 NATIONAL TRAIL 403 advancing to district
11 NEWTON 418
12 CATHOLIC CENTRAL 423 1. Lucas Donnell (89) YS
13 TRI-COUNTY NORTH 440 2. Carl Weiner (89) YS
14 EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN 515 3. Tyler Harris (91) D
4. Cody Eakes (92) TCN

MEDALIST: > > Brandon Stein (80) DC

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE DCS VARSITY GOLF TEAM -- BOYS 'SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS!!!

Great job!

I don't have all the team results, but Dayton Christian placed 1st out of 14 teams in the boys' sectional tournament at Moss Creek Golf Course today, with a team scote of 352!

Dayton Christian Individual Scores:

Brandon Stein 80
David Wilson 84
Brandon Filaseta 92
Brad Girdwood 96
Jay Zollars 97

To the best of my knowledge, this is the first time a Dayton Christian High School Golf Team has won the sectional championship! Great Job!!!

We now are scheduled to move on to the District Tournament, which is scheduled to take place at Weatherwax Golf Course on Thursday, October 8th.

More details will follow when I have the opportunity to spend more time in communications, but I wanted to get this information out as soon as possible!

In Christ, Coach Vecchi

Results from Varsity Metro Buckeye Conference Golf Tournament

Here are the results of 9-24-09 High School Varsity Metro Buckeye Conference Tournament played at Sugar Valley Country Club. Congratulations to all of the golfers for a great season and congrats to Miami Valley School for winning the tournament.

School Score Position
Miami Valley 336 1
Middletown Christian 344 2
Troy Christian 364 3
Dayton Christian 378 4
Yellow Springs 381 5
Xenia Christian 430 6
Emmanuel Christian 465 7

Top 5 Individuals:

1. Curry (MC) 79
2(T). Smith (MV) 83
2(T). Zorniger (MV) 83
4(T). Benedict (MV) 85
4(T). Dyer (MV) 85
4(T). Nisbet (MC) 85

Metro Buckeye Conference Player of the Year: Brooks Curry (MC)

Metro Buckeye Conference Coach of the Year: Gary Cobb (MC)

Dayton Christian Individual Scores:

Brandon Stein 89
Miranda Cunningham 94
Brad Girdwood 96
David Wilson 99
Jay Zollars 102
Brandon Filaseta 105

Dayton Christian Sportsmanship Award Winner: Miranda Cunningham

Dayton Christian JV Golf Tournament

I don't have the final team scores for all 15 teams that participated in today's JV tournament; the tournament organizer said that he will be e-mailing the results to me.

However, our JV squad was short-handed due to homecoming and other commitments, so instead of being able to play 6 golfers ranked 7th-12th on our team, we only had 5 golfers, and they were the team-ranked 9th, 10th, 12th, 13th, and 14th golfers. Our team score for the 18-hole tournament was 421, which in all likelihood will finish us in 15th place. However, we need to understand that this is our first year with a JV squad in golf, and we are a Division-III school. Today's tournament competitors included mostly D-I schools that have had JV teams for numerous years.

In all, I was proud of our golfers who participated today, and there were some significant individual achievements today, especially the fact that 3 of our 5 golfers tied or bettered their previous-best 9-hole scores for the season on BOTH THE FRONT AND BACK 9's!! 4 of the 5 golfers scored BOTH THE FRONT AND BACK 9's lower than their season's 9-hole average score.

The DC scores were:

Andy Ebert 46-47 93
Skye Armstrong 49-53 102
Stephen Combs 53-51 104
Sean Maynor 59-63 122
Mike Hurtado 63-64 127

I believe that having a JV squad this year has definitely helped these golfers, and will give us an added benefit as we move towards next season--especially since we are scheduled to be graduating 6 seniors from the golf team after this season.

In Christ, Pete Vecchi

Near-Miss for DCS Students

I just got this info from Eileen Girdwood regarding what happened as she, Brad, and Brandon Filaseta were driving home from the match in Troy last evening:

"Brandon was in the fast lane on I-75. Brad was behind him. I was in the center lane behind them. Brandon avoided one semi-truck tire but another, bigger one came up and he could not swerve to avoid it. He hit it head on, then it flew out and hit Brad's truck, then it flew out and hit a third car behind them before it flew to the shoulder. Scary to watch. We were going about 70mph when it happened. Cars were damaged but boys are fine. Grateful to God that both boys kept their composure and did not swerve because there was a lot of traffic to the right of them and cement barricades to the left."

I think we should have the people at school give a prayer of thanks for their safety.

In Christ, Pete Vecchi

Final Cross County Team Standings

Team scores
Girls
Xenia Christian 45,
MVS 46,
Yellow Springs 53,
Middletown C 89,
Emmanuel C 112,

Team scores
Boys
Troy C 28,
Yellow Springs 67,
MVS 69,
Emmanuel 94,
XC 122,
M C 135,
DC 181

Miami Valley Tennis Coaches Association polls

Division II

1. Oakwood

2. CJ

3. Alter

4. Miami Valley School

5. Catholic Central

6. Bellbrook

7. Lehman Catholic

8. Milton Union

9. Waynesville

10. Carroll

CODY LATIMER WAS NAMED PLAYER OF THE WEEK DAYTON DAILY NEWS

Congratulations to Cody Latimer, Jefferson, for being named the "Player of the Week" by the Dayton Daily News for week two. Cody received 404 votes. Best wishes for the rest of the season.

Yellow Springs senior gets a soccer education

YELLOW SPRINGS — Alexis Onfroy learned what soccer skills look like when you practice 12 hours a day.

The Yellow Springs High School senior spent 26 days in August teaching English to sixth-grade students at Ecole Des Sciences, a boarding school in Byimana, Rwanda.

He also played in Kigali, Rwanda, with some former Yellow Springs exchange students.

“We’d go to the field at 7 a.m., and there were already 50 kids there,” Onfroy said. “It was an all-dirt field. The goals had no nets. We played 11-on-11, and they were extremely good. I’m sure if I picked the 11 best players and we came here, we’d win state. There’s no doubt about it.”

Onfroy taught English at the boarding school, which houses 820 students in dormitories.

He called the experience “amazing.”

“I had 50 kids in my class, and some of them were as old as me or older,” Onfroy said. “It was difficult because we were supposed to work with them in pronunciation. When you have 50 kids, that’s really difficult.”

Onfroy has played a huge role in the success of the Bulldogs program over the past two seasons. He’s a left-footed player who can play anywhere on the field, including stopper and sweeper. But he’s best on the left side of midfield or at left striker.

“It’s been a real luxury,” said Yellow Springs coach Jim Hardman. “He can always take care of that side of the field. He knows the game really well.”

With Onfroy missing most of the preseason, the Bulldogs were left wondering what their team would like when he returned.

They started the season 0-2, but won three in a row, including big wins over West Liberty-Salem, Greenon and Lehman Catholic. The Bulldogs (4-4) are 1-2 since the three-game winning streak.

Onfroy is a French citizen who lives in the United States with a green card. He was born in Paris, but moved to the United States with his mother, VA, when he was 2 years old.

He’s also been a standout track and cross country star for the Bulldogs. But he plans studying in France next spring, where he hopes to play soccer.

With the loss of several good players from last year’s squad, Onfroy knows he’ll have to create more scoring opportunities this fall.

“I’ve been lucky (to have good teammates), but I have to give credit (to Coach Hardman),” Onfroy said. “He started FC Springs when I was 7. He started a club team, and this is the result, the past four years. I’m the last generation of players from that club team. It’s his doing.”

Middletown Christian Second at Northridge Classic

Paced by Brooks Curry’s 2-under-par 70, the Eagles finished as the runner-up Friday, Aug. 21, in the Northridge Classic at Kittyhawk Golf Course in Dayton. MCS finished with a 332 to place second in the 16-team field. Curry, who recorded six birdies, was the runner-up medalist. Other MCS golfers were Erik Gregory (82), Grant Nisbet (88), Luke Dotson (92), Taylor Baldwin (103) and Jesse French (109). Oakwood won the team title with a record score of 292. Other area teams competing were Valley View (354), Preble Shawnee (373), Carlisle (380), Franklin (390) and Madison (396). MCS will play in the Monroe Invitational today at Weatherwax.

Local girls teams find success playing basketball in AAU over summer

High school basketball is no longer considered just a winter sport. Factor in summer AAU, and the sport has evolved into a year-round ordeal.

• Shelby Carpenter: The Miami Valley School’s 5-7 sophomore is a prototype point guard who runs the break and can drain the outside shot. Shelby is a must watch this year.

Top area football players who haven't committed to schools yet

Cody Latimer, Jefferson: 6-3/200, LB; Broncos’ best athlete is a rugged defender and team’s top WR; will play strong safety in college.

Yellow Springs Girls Cross Country

Coach: Vince Peters, 26th season.

Last year: Second in the Metro Buckeye Conference.

Returnees: Senior — Reini Brickson. Juniors — Hannah Kumbusky, Kelly Miller, Liz Gonder. Sophomore — Mary Triplett.

Newcomers: Freshmen — Paloma Wiggins, Lois Miller.

FYI: Wiggins will be the team’s top runner.

Coach’s comments: “I think we’ve got a team that can win the league championship. If the girls do what they’re capable of, we’ll have a shot at the regionals.”

Emmanuel Christian Girl's Cross Country

Coach: Chris Lundquist, second season.

Last year: Unavailable.

Returnee: Junior — Savannah Hall.

Newcomers: Freshmen — Ada Harber, Emily Day, Amelia Walker.

FYI: The Lions are up to four girls after having just one runner, Hall, last season.

Coach’s comments: “We’re going to be going through another rebuilding year. It’s going to be all individually based. Hopefully, we can have some success to build up some interest in the program.”

YELLOW SPRINGS GOLF TEAM

Coach: Mike Reichert, third season.

Last year: 7-14, fifth in the MBC tournament.

Returnees: Senior — Lucas Donnell. Juniors — Carl Weiner, Zeb Reichert.

Newcomers: Not available.

FYI: Weiner returns as the team’s No. 1 player this fall.

Coach’s comments: “The three returning lettermen are going to be improved over last year. We’ll be competitive.”

EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN GOLF TEAM

Coach: Tom Thorpe, first season.

Returnees: Senior — Steve Monroe. Junior — Adam Stumpf. Sophomore — Alyssa Coleman.

Newcomers: Freshmen — Oliver Bluestone, Sheldon Shaw.

FYI: This is the Lions’ second year fielding a golf team. ... They are joining the Metro Buckeye Conference this fall.

Coach’s comments: “It’s a young team with a lot of enthusiasm. We just hope to get better as the season goes along.”

Big changes at Dayton Christian

Dayton Christian High School hosted a “Family Fun Day” at its Washington Church Road campus on Saturday to celebrate the beginning of the fall sports season and raise awareness about its capital improvements campaign.

Boys basketball coach Chip James said the Dayton Christian School System “is in the process of tearing down dormitories to make room for soccer, football, baseball and softball practice fields. This is part of the campaign which will also lead to a new gymnasium and more parking on the school’s campus.”

Previous College Commitments from Dayton Christian

Dayton Christian announces prior college commitments. Congratulations and we hope they are all doing well. Hopefully the list will be even longer this year.

List of College Committed Players from the 2008-2009 school year
Fall:

Boys Soccer: Neil Craft Grove City College

Football: Kevin Washington Valparaiso University

Football: Brad Apple Heidelberg College

Football: Ben Lutter Otterbein College

Winter:

Girls Basketball: Amanda Smith Master’s College (CA)

Boys Basketball: Aaron Deister Concordia University (CA)

Boys Basketball: Nate Serenius Wheaton College

Boys Basketball: Casey Weber Cincinnati Christian University

Boys Basketball: Kenny Florkey Cincinnati Christian University

Spring:

Track and Field: Kyle Abney Indiana Wesleyan University

Baseball: Eric DiMario Miami University Middletown

College Commitments from 2007-2008
Fall:

Football: Roger Smith Urbana University

Winter:

Boys Basketball: J.T. Holliday Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Boys Basketball: Travis Green Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Erika Shaver, Miami Valley School awarded National Championship!

Senior, Erika Shaver finished first in the USATF Race Walking 3000 m race on July 29th in Greensboro, North Carolina. She also competed in the 2000 m Steeplechase event and finished 9th in the nation.

Congratulations Erika on your National Championship!

Curry leads MCS golfers to runner-up finish

MCS SECOND AT NORTHRIDGE CLASSIC: Paced by Brooks Curry’s 2-under-par 70, the Eagles finished as the runner-up Friday, Aug. 21, in the Northridge Classic at Kittyhawk Golf Course in Dayton. MCS finished with a 332 to place second in the 16-team field. Curry, who recorded six birdies, was the runner-up medalist. Other MCS golfers were Erik Gregory (82), Grant Nisbet (88), Luke Dotson (92), Taylor Baldwin (103) and Jesse French (109). Oakwood won the team title with a record score of 292. Other area teams competing were Valley View (354), Preble Shawnee (373), Carlisle (380), Franklin (390) and Madison (396). MCS will play in the Monroe Invitational today at Weatherwax.

MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SEVENTH AT BADIN BASH:

Middletown Christian School shot a total of 320 to place seventh in the 18-team Badin Bash Invitational held Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Sharon Woods Golf Course. Middletown Christian was led by Brooks Curry, who was third overall with a 73, three shots behind medalist Ronnie Stump of Oakwood; Erik Gregory, 76; Grant Nisbet, 80; and Luke Dotson, 91. Oakwood won the team title with 300. Middletown Christian will compete in the Brookville Invitational on Friday.

BOYS GOLF: Curry leads Eagles past Dixie

BOYS GOLF

MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN 170, DIXIE 198: Medalist Brooks Curry shot a 38 on Tuesday, Aug. 18, to lead the Eagles to victory at Shaker Run Golf Course. Also for Middletown Christian, Luke Dotson had a 42, Grant Nisbet shot a 43 and Erik Gregory added a 47. The Eagles will play in the first Badin Bash Invitational today at Sharon Woods Golf Course.

Middletown Christian third at Brookville Invite

BOYS GOLF

MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN THIRD AT BROOKVILLE INVITE: Middletown Christian’s golf team began its season Thursday, Aug. 13 with a third-place finish in the Brookville Invitational at Penn Terra Golf Course. The Eagles scored a 307 to finish third out of nine teams. Versailles (291) and Brookville (295) were the top two teams. MCS sophomore Brooks Curry was the individual runner-up with a 2-under-par 68. Grant Nisbet (76), Luke Dotson (81) and Erik Gregory (82) also contributed for the Eagles, who kick off Metro Buckeye Conference play on Monday with a quad-match at Troy Christian’s Miami Shores course.

FRANKLIN 175, EDGEWOOD 185: Edgewood’s Chris Cassidy earned medalist honors by shooting a 40 Thursday, Aug. 13 at Franklin Golf Club. It was the Franklin Wildcats, however, that won the dual match by 10 strokes on their home course. Caleb Cook and Michael Mara each shot 42 to lead the Wildcats (2-0), who will return to action Friday, Aug. 21 in the Ridge Classic Invitational.

MIDDLETOWN RUNNER-UP AT BEAVERCREEK: Conor O’Hea shot a 77 to place fifth overall in the 72-man field Thursday, Aug. 13 in the Beavercreek Invitational at Beavercreek Golf Course. O’Hea was named to the all-tournament team with his finish. The Middies were second in the team standings with a 325. Jake Fletcher (79), Christian Woodlan (84) and Jimmy Parks (85) also scored for Middletown.

Boys Golf: Brookville Invitational

Brookville Invitational

At Penn Terra GC

Top Five Teams: 1. Versailles 291; 2.Brookville 295; 3. Middletown Christian; 4. Troy Christian 309; 5. Milton-Union 318.

Top Five Individuals: 1. Bruner (M-U) 67; 2. Curry (MC) 68; 3. Mendenhall (B) 68; 4. Drees (V) 70; 5. Barlage (V) 72.

SCHEDULE

TODAY, AUG. 14

BOYS GOLF

Fenwick at GCL Tournament, TBA (at Pipestone)

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Brookville Invitational

At Penn Terra GC

Top Five Teams: 1. Versailles 291; 2.Brookville 295; 3. Middletown Christian; 4. Troy Christian 309; 5. Milton-Union 318.

Top Five Individuals: 1. Bruner (M-U) 67; 2. Curry (MC) 68; 3. Mendenhall (B) 68; 4. Drees (V) 70; 5. Barlage (V) 72.

SCHEDULE

TODAY, AUG. 14

BOYS GOLF

Fenwick at GCL Tournament, TBA (at Pipestone)

High school boys golf preview

Middletown Christian’s Brooks Curry, Fenwick’s Alex Nikias qualified for state in ’08; now they’re eyeing another run

MIDDLETOWN — If their first school assignment is to discuss what they did over the summer, Middletown Christian School’s Brooks Curry and Fenwick’s Alex Nikias will have a lot to talk about.

Both golfers racked up impressive finishes in summer tournaments and are excited for the 2009 high school golf season.

Curry, a sophomore, finished sixth in the Division III state tournament and led the Eagles to their first-ever team berth at state.

“I don’t really feel any pressure to get back there this season,” Curry said. “I just want to go out there and play my own game. We’re all in this to have fun and that’s what I want to do this season — go out there, play hard and have fun.”

This summer, Curry won the Middletown Junior Stroke Play tournament and finished fourth in the city men’s amateur. He also finished 13th in the Ohio Junior Golf Championship.

Nikias, who finished 11th in the Division II state tourney last year, won a Southern Ohio PGA event and qualified for the Junior Optimist tournament in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. this summer. The senior said he doesn’t feel much pressure to excel in his final high school season.

“No, not really. I know that we’ll have a younger team at Fenwick, but we’ve really worked hard so far,” Nikias said. “This year might be about working with the younger guys, but I’m really looking forward to it.”

Nikias and Curry haven’t let their recent success go to their heads. Both players have been working hard on their game.

“My game goes as my putter goes,” Curry said. “That’s what I’m working on the most right now.”

Nikias was working on the mental aspect of his game.

“I’m trying to eliminate the mental mistakes that can come up in terms of course management, that sort of thing,” he said. “It’s very difficult to do, because it’s easy to get caught up in the heat of the moment. I just need to work on staying on top of it.”

The high school golf season — boys and girls — began Monday, Aug. 10.

The D-III boys state tournament will be played Oct. 16-17 on Ohio State University’s Scarlet Course in Columbus. The D-II tourney will be contested that same weekend at the North Star Golf Resort in Sunbury. The Division I tournament will also be played on the Scarlet Course on Oct. 23-24. The girls D-II (Oct. 16-17) and D-I (Oct. 23-24) events will be played on OSU’s Gray Course.

Middletown Christian drops football to club status

School drops sport to club-level status due to OHSAA rule changes that cut into its numbers.
MIDDLETOWN — The varsity football program at Middletown Christian is on hold.

MCS Athletic Director Ray Cox said Tuesday, July 21, that the school’s board of education recently voted to drop the varsity football team back to club status for the 2009 season.

The decision was due to a lack of participation.

“It’s a hard situation,” Cox said. “I especially feel for everyone that has put in so much time and effort into getting this program going again.”

MCS rekindled its football program in 2006 when it played a mostly junior varsity schedule. Before that, the last time the Eagles fielded a team was in 1983.

“Hopefully, this is just a brief hiatus,” Cox said. “We want to get our numbers back up and get this thing going again.”

Cox cited the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s transfer regulations as one of the reasons for the lack of numbers this year.

In the past, a student transferring from one school to another could be eligible to compete right away if he/she obtained superintendent’s approval for the transfer, but Cox said that exception is no longer available and that transfer students are ineligible for one year.

He added that MCS has a policy that allows home-schooled students to participate if they take at least one class at the school.

“However, students taking virtual school classes are considered as students at whichever school they are taking the virtual class from and then can no longer participate for our school,” Cox said.

With those issues in place, Cox said there were about 18 players for the team.

“The question then arose that we may not have enough to field a team,” Cox said. “So the board decided to go back to club status.”

Middletown Christian has backed out of two of its scheduled games — Fort Loramie and Troy Christian — this season, and is looking to replace them. The Eagles eight other scheduled games will go on as planned.

In 2010, the Eagles were set to be the eighth football program in the Metro Buckeye Conference.

“They’ll just go on without us for now,” Cox said. “We are still an OHSAA and MBC school in everything else. This was a football decision only. It was difficult, but it was one that benefits us and our opponents.”

With a junior high program still fielding a club team as well, Cox believes the program will return to OHSAA status in the near future.

“Football has really been a rallying point for us,” Cox said. “It has done wonders for us. We’ll get through this. We just have to weather the storm.”

Area H.S. football poll for the week of August 23

DIVISION VI
2. Lehman Catholic (11-2): All that’s missing from the Cavaliers’ good fortune is a spot in any league.

Middletown Christian to name Davis as boys basketball coach

MIDDLETOWN — Ed Davis will be the new boys varsity basketball coach at Middletown Christian School next season.

MCS Athletic Director Ray Cox made the announcement on Wednesday, June 10.

“We had seven applicants for the position,” Cox said. “After discussing things with our board and several other coaches, we decided Davis would be the best fit for us.”

Davis has 18 years of coaching experience, much of it at Christian schools.

“I love the Christian school environment,” said Davis, who coached at Landmark Christian for three years and at Cincinnati Christian for two seasons. “When this opportunity became available, I decided to go for it.”

The Eagles coaching position opened up three weeks ago when Eric Gwinn resigned to pursue other avenues.

Gwinn, who guided MCS for six seasons, will still teach at the school, Cox said.

Middletown Christian posted a 14-8 record last season, but loses seven of its eight players, giving Davis practically a clean slate to start with.

Nate Cox, who will be a senior, will be the only returning player for Davis.

“In my last game at Cincinnati Christian, he hit a couple of 3-pointers to help them beat us,” Davis recalled. “Hopefully, he can do that for me now.

“I like to play a more fast-paced style, but it will all depend on how well we take care of the ball,” he continued. “Defense is what wins championships, so we will pressure the ball a lot, but right now I know coach Gwinn has set a up some camps and shootouts, so we’ll just see what we have and go from there.”

Davis’ coaching career began at Lockland where he coached varsity girls basketball for eight years. He then went to Little Miami for three years where he led the girls program.

He took over the boys program at Landmark Christian for four years, then went to Preble Shawnee for pone season before coaching two years at Cincinnati Christian.

Davis did not coach this past season, and has a 233-157 career coaching record.

Cox said Davis will be officially introduced to its players and parents at 7 tonight at the school.

MCS freshmen reach regionals, miss state

Despite solid freshmen seasons that qualified them for the Division III regional track and field meet in Troy last weekend, Middletown Christian athletes Breanna Ray and McKenzie Crout did not advance to this weekend’s state meet. Ray ran the 400-meter run in 1:03.18 to place 11th overall. Crout’s throw of 78 feet prevented her from advancing in the discus.

Fast track

The Miami Valley School finished in a tie for 10th in D-III with 14 points. The 400 relay team of Keta Burke-Williams, Shelby Carpenter, Lauren McKenzie and Caitlin Pohl was sixth (50.38), Elaina Cromer was sixth in the 400 (58.11), Pohl sixth in the 300 hurdles (45.62) and Burke-Williams fourth in the long jump (17-7¼).

Troy Christian Awarded All-Sports Trophy

Congratulations for a great season. Troy Christian keeps their hold on the All Sports Trophy for 2008-09. Very close on their heels and tied for second is Dayton Christian and Middletown Christian. Everyone keep up the great work over the summer and best of luck for 2009-10.

ALL LEAGUE BASEBALL

FIRST TEAM:
ADAM TAULBEE MIDD CHRIS SR PLAYER OF THE YEAR
NATE COX MIDD CHRIS JR
JUSTIN MARGESON MIDD CHRIS JR
ROSS GREEN MIDD CHRIS SR
KYLE ROUNDTREE MIDD CHRIS JR
DREW LONGNECKER TROY CHRIS SR.
BRAD WENCLEWICZ TROY CHRIS SR
ZAK HANCOCK TROY CHRIS SR
KEVIN SIKES-GILBERT YELLOW SPRINGS SR
JAMIE KITZMILLER YELLOW SPRS SR
JOE FUGATE YELLOW SPRS SR
EARL NICHOLS JEFFERSON SR

SECOND TEAM

ADRIAN YANES MIDD CHRIS
TREVOR GAINES TROY CHRIS
PAUL CONOVER TROY CHRIS
LUCAS DONNELL YELLOW SPRS
DJ SANDERS JEFFERSON

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS:
DANIEL SAMPSON XENIA CHRISTIAN
BRAD WENCLEWICZ TROY CHRIS
EARL NICHOLS JEFFERSON
TYLER FOX YELLOW SPRINGS
ADRIAN YANES MIDD CHRIS

COACHES’ AWARD : EVAN JOHN XENIA CHRISTIAN
CO COACH OF THE YEAR: TERRY WALLACE MIDD CHRIS
JOHN SHARP DAYTON CHRIS

All League Softball

FIRST TEAM:

JANAE POPPA-DEIS MIAMI VALLEY SR PLAYER OF THE YEAR
NICOLE DAVIS TROY CHRISTIAN SOPH
ASHLEY COTO TROY CHRIS JR
SAMANTHA JOHNSON TROY CHRIS JR
KAELA SPURLOCK MIDD CHRIS SR
MIRANDA ALSEPT MIDD CHRIS SR
ALYSSA WATSON MIDD CHRIS FR
BRITTANY MOORE MIDD CHRIS JR
NICOLE SHARP DAYTON CHRIS JR
MIRANDA CUNNINGHAM DAYTON CHRIS. JR
BETHANY KINDLE DAY CHRIS JR
KATIE ADIB MIAMI VALLEY SOPH

SECOND TEAM:

MARKIA HARRIS TROY CHRIS
JULIE YOUNG TROY CHRIS
HANNA KIRKPATRICK TROY CHRIS
RACHEL SPAHR MIDD CHRIS
KARLA YANES MIDD CHRIS
TARA PARANJPE MIAMI VALLEY
AURIEL SMITH MIAMI VALLEY
DEVIN ALGREN DAYTON CHRIS
ERICKA TOLSON DAY CHRIS
VICTORIA FRASURE JEFFERSON

COACHES AWARD: CAROLINE GLASS JEFFERSON
COACH OF THE YEAR: PAT SPURLOCK MIDD CHRIS

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS:

HANNAH BORCHERS JEFFERSON
SARAH WORKMAN MIAMI VALLEY
STACEY WULLENWEBER TROY CHRIS
AMANDA DAY MIDD CHRIS
AUBREY HALLEY DAYTON CHRIS

Ray Cox Middletown Christian announces College Commitments

Congratulations to the following Middletown Christian Athletes. David Wheeler and Josiah Schillinger have committed to play football at Trinity International next year.
Ross Green has committed to Goshen College for baseball, and Adam Taulbee will be going to Urbana for golf.

Metro Buckeye Track Awards

Girls Coach of the Year: James Jackson-Jefferson
Boys Coach of the Year: John Gudgel

Coachability (boys)- Aaron Coffman-Emanuel Christian
Coachability (girls)- Jessica Brand-Troy Christian.
Player of the Year: (boys)- Brock Gunderkline and Alexis Onfroy
Player of the Year: (girls)- Caitlin Pohl and Keta Burke-Williams both of Miami Valley

HS Champs: Girls-MVS and Boys-YS
Middle School: Girls-YS and Boys-DC

Metro Buckeye Conference Junior High Track Results

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Metro Buckeye Conference - 5/16/2009
Troy Christian High School
Results

Event 2 Boys Pole Vault
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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Finals
1 Gaskell, Luke Troy Christi 8-06.00 8-03.00 10
2 Helman, Craig Troy Christi 8-00.00 7-03.00 8

Event 3 Girls Long Jump
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Dufresne, Natalie Mid. Christi 13-03.00 12-10.50 10
2 Pettiford, Anndee Yellow Sprin 11-05.00 11-04.25 8
3 Burton, Catie Mid. Christi 11-07.00 10-06.50 6
4 Harshaw, Kennedy Yellow Sprin 10-08.00 9-11.00 4
5 McEnaney, Kaitlyn Emmanuel Chr 10-11.00 9-05.00 2
6 Day, Emily Emmanuel Chr 8-08.00 8-06.00 1

Event 4 Boys Long Jump
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Harding, Heath Day. Christi 16-05.00 10
2 Newsome, Roland Yellow Sprin 17-04.00 14-09.00 8
3 Kohler, Hayden Mid. Christi 15-01.00 14-02.50 6
4 Wright, Jared Troy Christi 14-07.75 13-10.00 4
5 Link, Noah Day. Christi 12-00.75 2
6 Hamlin, Tyler Mid. Christi 12-00.00 11-06.25 1
7 Garvin, Dan Emmanuel Chr 12-02.00 11-06.00
7 Flores, Joey Yellow Sprin 12-03.00 11-06.00
9 Elliot, Timmy Emmanuel Chr 12-06.00 10-01.50

Event 5 Girls Shot Put
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Wheeler, Becca Mid. Christi 25-01.00 24-05.75 10
2 Beck, Taylor Yellow Sprin 18-09.00 20-10.00 8
3 Burton, Allie Mid. Christi 21-03.25 20-07.50 6
4 Giardullo, Zarine Yellow Sprin 18-00.00 4
5 Baker, Mikaila Xenia Christ 15-09.00 14-09.50 2

Event 6 Boys Shot Put
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Jackson, Adam Day. Christi 44-10.00 10
2 Day, Mark Emmanuel Chr 30-05.00 34-11.00 8
3 Bluestone, Oliver Emmanuel Chr 32-05.00 32-10.00 6
4 Crane, Steven Mid. Christi 32-08.00 32-03.00 4
5 Perry, Malcolm Xenia Christ 23-07.00 28-05.50 2
6 Harshaw, Aaron Yellow Sprin 28-07.00 23-01.50 1
7 Kimmet, Zak Yellow Sprin 23-04.00 22-08.25

Event 7 Girls Discus Throw
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Allen, Angela Yellow Sprin 81-11 78-06 10
2 Burton, Allie Mid. Christi 59-06 62-03 8
3 Wheeler, Becca Mid. Christi 65-02 60-05 6
4 Baker, Mikaila Xenia Christ 55-02 54-05 4
5 Honnerlaw, Breana Xenia Christ 35-02 41-03 2
6 Buttler, Sierra Yellow Sprin 25-05 21-04 1

Event 8 Boys Discus Throw
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Jackson, Adam Day. Christi 111-06 10
2 Crane, Steven Mid. Christi 114-00 110-09 8
3 Henkel, Kevin Day. Christi 67-01 6
4 Lawhorn, Eric Yellow Sprin 70-10 65-09 4
5 Bone, Tristan Mid. Christi 60-00 64-05 2
6 Perry, Malcolm Xenia Christ 85-09 62-03 1
7 Kimmet, Zak Yellow Sprin 54-03 57-03
8 Bluestone, Oliver Emmanuel Chr 55-00 55-08
9 Fuller, Adam Emmanuel Chr 43-00 50-05

Event 9 Girls High Jump
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Martin, Maryah Yellow Sprin 4-01.00 4-06.00 10
2 Pettiford, Anndee Yellow Sprin 3-01.00 3-06.00 8

Event 10 Boys High Jump
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Newsome, Roland Yellow Sprin 4-04.00 4-08.00 9
1 Wright, Jared Troy Christi 4-04.00 4-08.00 9
3 Flores, Joey Yellow Sprin 3-04.00 4-04.00 5
3 Montreuil, Kane Xenia Christ 4-02.00 4-04.00 5

Event 11 Girls 100 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Nelson, Michaela Xenia Christ 17.51 17.93 10
2 Schaefer, Nichole Xenia Christ 19.50 19.80 8
3 Harshaw, Kennedy Yellow Sprin 21.60 21.20 6

Event 12 Boys 110 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Jones, Jordan Day. Christi 18.70 10
2 Garman, Branden Troy Christi 19.53 8
3 Helman, Craig Troy Christi 20.88 20.00 6
4 Gray, Jordan Day. Christi 20.37 4
5 Ball, Cameron Xenia Christ 19.97 21.01 2
6 Shaw, Sheldon Emmanuel Chr 21.19 1

Event 13 Girls 100 Meter Dash
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Name Year Team Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Nelson, Michaela Xenia Christ 12.68 12.94 2 10
2 Martin, Maryah Yellow Sprin 13.50 13.67 2 8
3 Dufresne, Natalie Mid. Christi 14.60 13.80 1 6
4 Boutis, Talia Yellow Sprin 13.90 13.94 2 4
5 Schaefer, Nichole Xenia Christ 14.01 14.00 2 2
6 Moon, Dyllan Jefferson Tw 14.10 14.07 2 1
7 Dowdy, Gabby Day. Christi 14.78 1
8 Jacox, Cosette Day. Christi 14.81 1
9 Marshall, Taylor Emmanuel Chr 15.55 15.40 1

Event 14 Boys 100 Meter Dash
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Name Year Team Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Harding, Heath Day. Christi 11.80 1 10
2 Davis, Savon Jefferson Tw 11.90 11.84 2 8
3 Brown, Jonus Day. Christi 12.31 1 6
4 Harris, Carson Jefferson Tw 12.60 13.06 2 4
5 Newsome, Roland Yellow Sprin 13.80 13.37 2 2
6 Kohler, Hayden Mid. Christi 13.80 13.53 2 1
7 Gosney, Kyle Emmanuel Chr 14.00 13.94 2
8 Parsley, Jarett Emmanuel Chr 15.04 14.12 1
9 Collins, Carter Yellow Sprin 15.10 14.53 1

Event 15 Girls 1600 Meter Run
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Miller, Lois Yellow Sprin 5:36.10 5:39.42 10
2 Norman, Bethany Xenia Christ 5:36.00 5:41.01 8
3 Ball, Megan Emmanuel Chr 5:40.00 5:48.50 6
4 Pugh, Elisabeth Xenia Christ 5:51.00 5:50.63 4
5 Walker, Amelia Emmanuel Chr 7:15.00 7:01.14 2

Event 16 Boys 1600 Meter Run
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Ramey, Evan Xenia Christ 5:11.00 5:10.74 10
2 Haney, Wes Emmanuel Chr 5:04.00 5:12.03 8
3 Combs, Stephan Day. Christi 5:31.22 6
4 Kensinger, Richard III Xenia Christ 5:48.00 5:42.21 4
5 Klingler, Blake Troy Christi 5:57.00 5:55.66 2
6 Garman, Branden Troy Christi 6:05.00 6:11.22 1
7 Ford, Taylor Yellow Sprin 6:25.00 6:18.44
8 Rehm, Gabe Yellow Sprin 6:35.40 6:29.80
9 Reese, Ben Mid. Christi 6:49.00 6:30.90

Event 17 Girls 4x100 Meter Relay
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Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Yellow Springs 57.30 58.00 10
1) Roe, Michaela 2) Orme, Rachele
3) Ayers, Brianna 4) Cross, Camara
2 Xenia Christian 1:08.00 1:08.44 8
1) Wireman, Olivia 2) Honnerlaw, Breana
3) Baker, Mikaila 4)

Event 18 Boys 4x100 Meter Relay
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Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Day. Christian 1:00.00 52.05 10
1) Harding, Heath 2) Brown, Jonus
3) Young, T.J. 4) Jones, Jordan
2 Emmanuel Christian 57.00 57.65 8
1) Gosney, Kyle 2) Elliot, Timmy
3) Hunter, Dorian 4) Young, Jon
3 Mid. Christian 58.80 57.77 6
1) Kohler, Hayden 2) Bone, Tristan
3) Crane, Steven 4) Hamlin, Tyler
4 Xenia Christian 1:02.00 1:08.41 4
1) Perry, Malcolm 2) Montreuil, Kane
3) Ball, Cameron 4) Schaefer, Adam
-- Yellow Springs 1:10.10 DQ
1) Lawhorn, Eric 2) Harshaw, Aaron
3) Ford, Taylor 4) Rehm, Gabe

Event 19 Girls 400 Meter Dash
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Pugh, Elisabeth Xenia Christ 1:10.00 1:07.10 10
2 Roe, Michaela Yellow Sprin 1:10.00 1:07.67 8
3 Wheeler, Becca Mid. Christi 1:08.00 1:08.75 6
4 Schaefer, Emily Xenia Christ 1:09.00 1:11.34 4
5 Marshall, Taylor Emmanuel Chr 1:17.93 2
6 Day, Emily Emmanuel Chr 1:24.44 1
7 Pettiford, Anndee Yellow Sprin 1:25.00 1:27.80
8 Moon, Dyllan Jefferson Tw 1:16.70 1:31.20

Event 20 Boys 400 Meter Dash
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Name Year Team Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Pauley, Chris Emmanuel Chr 57.50 56.59 2 10
2 Davis, Savon Jefferson Tw 59.30 58.57 2 8
3 Grandollier, David Xenia Christ 1:03.00 1:02.78 2 6
4 Biggs, Eli Yellow Sprin 1:02.20 1:03.75 2 4
5 Kensinger, Richard III Xenia Christ 1:07.00 1:04.50 1 2
6 Harris, Carson Jefferson Tw 1:01.40 1:08.03 2 1
7 Young, Jon Emmanuel Chr 1:05.00 1:08.81 1
8 Pook, Benjamin Day. Christi 1:16.00 1

Event 21 Girls 4x200 Meter Relay
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Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Yellow Springs 2:00.00 2:02.86 10
1) Allen, Angela 2) Ayers, Brianna
3) Boutis, Talia 4) Cross, Camara
2 Day. Christian 2:00.00 2:13.90 8
1) Dowdy, Gabby 2) Jackson, Nyirah
3) Hitchcock, Julia 4) Jacox, Cosette
3 Xenia Christian 2:16.00 2:14.53 6
1) Wireman, Olivia 2) O'Guin, Caitlin
3) Riddle, Sarah 4) Schaefer, Nichole
4 Mid. Christian 2:12.00 2:18.94 4
1) Ethridge, Hope 2) Johnson, Mikayla
3) 4) Burton, Catie
5 Emmanuel Christian 2:25.00 2:26.25 2
1) Day, Emily 2) McBeth, Cady
3) McEnaney, Kaitlyn 4) Walker, Amelia

Event 22 Boys 4x200 Meter Relay
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Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Day. Christian 1:22.00 1:57.54 10
1) Gray, Jordan 2) Kurtz, Vinny
3) Shockey, Trevor 4) Young, T.J.
2 Troy Christian 2:00.90 2:00.00 8
1) Wright, Jared 2) Garman, Branden
3) Gaskell, Luke 4) Klingler, Blake
3 Yellow Springs 2:08.30 2:12.63 6
1) Flores, Joey 2) Lawhorn, Eric
3) Biggs, Eli 4) Collins, Carter
4 Emmanuel Christian 2:06.00 2:20.03 4
1) Garvin, Dan 2) Shaw, Sheldon
3) Elliot, Timmy 4) Hunter, Dorian

Event 23 Girls 200 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Orme, Rachele Yellow Sprin 35.20 34.72 10
2 O'Guin, Caitlin Xenia Christ 35.87 35.52 8
3 Schaefer, Emily Xenia Christ 36.60 39.50 6
4 Harshaw, Kennedy Yellow Sprin 38.40 39.72 4

Event 24 Boys 200 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year Team Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Haney, Wes Emmanuel Chr 28.88 29.78 2 10
2 Helman, Craig Troy Christi 31.90 32.04 2 8
3 Hunter, Dorian Emmanuel Chr 32.30 33.13 2 6
4 Hamlin, Tyler Mid. Christi 33.73 33.50 2 4
5 Ball, Cameron Xenia Christ 35.20 35.88 1 2
6 Montreuil, Kane Xenia Christ 34.50 36.15 2 1
7 Gaskell, Luke Troy Christi 38.04 1

Event 25 Girls 800 Meter Run
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Miller, Lois Yellow Sprin 2:32.10 2:36.18 10
2 Ball, Megan Emmanuel Chr 2:40.00 2:37.52 8
3 Norman, Bethany Xenia Christ 2:39.00 2:38.56 6
4 Ethridge, Hope Mid. Christi 2:45.00 2:45.53 4
5 Pugh, Elisabeth Xenia Christ 2:40.00 2:49.34 2
6 McEnaney, Kaitlyn Emmanuel Chr 3:15.00 3:21.66 1

Event 26 Boys 800 Meter Run
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Name Year Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Ramey, Evan Xenia Christ 2:25.00 2:26.45 10
2 Combs, Stephan Day. Christi 2:29.22 8
3 Schaefer, Adam Xenia Christ 2:39.00 2:36.09 6
4 Klingler, Blake Troy Christi 2:34.00 2:38.15 4
5 Link, Noah Day. Christi 2:40.13 2
-- Bone, Tristan Mid. Christi 2:48.00 DQ

Event 27 Girls 200 Meter Dash
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Name Year Team Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Nelson, Michaela Xenia Christ 26.71 26.57 2 10
2 Martin, Maryah Yellow Sprin 28.50 28.68 2 8
3 Hitchcock, Julia Day. Christi 30.00 1 6
4 Moon, Dyllan Jefferson Tw 29.40 30.85 2 4
5 Wireman, Olivia Xenia Christ 32.10 31.50 2 2
6 Cross, Camara Yellow Sprin 30.80 31.53 2 1
7 Jacox, Cosette Day. Christi 32.28 1
8 McBeth, Cady Emmanuel Chr 33.00 34.06 1

Event 28 Boys 200 Meter Dash
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Name Year Team Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Davis, Savon Jefferson Tw 24.50 24.36 2 10
2 Pauley, Chris Emmanuel Chr 25.50 24.77 2 8
3 Grandollier, David Xenia Christ 27.59 27.62 2 6
4 Harris, Carson Jefferson Tw 26.50 28.25 2 4
5 Biggs, Eli Yellow Sprin 28.10 30.87 2 2
6 Garvin, Dan Emmanuel Chr 30.40 31.01 1 1
7 Collins, Carter Yellow Sprin 31.45 1
8 Shockey, Trevor Day. Christi 32.44 1
9 Riechman, Brad Mid. Christi 36.30 34.25 1

Event 29 Girls 4x400 Meter Relay
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Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Yellow Springs 4:40.10 4:49.68 10
1) Miller, Lois 2) Roe, Michaela
3) Allen, Angela 4) Boutis, Talia
2 Mid. Christian 5:00.13 5:09.99 8
1) 2) Dufresne, Natalie
3) Johnson, Mikayla 4) Ethridge, Hope
3 Xenia Christian 4:50.00 5:10.97 6
1) Schaefer, Emily 2) O'Guin, Caitlin
3) Riddle, Sarah 4) Norman, Bethany
4 Emmanuel Christian 5:10.00 5:17.50 4
1) McBeth, Cady 2) Marshall, Taylor
3) Walker, Amelia 4) Ball, Megan

Event 30 Boys 4x400 Meter Relay
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Team Seed Finals Points
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1 Emmanuel Christian 4:10.00 4:19.21 10
1) Haney, Wes 2) Young, Jon
3) Gosney, Kyle 4) Pauley, Chris
2 Xenia Christian 4:29.00 4:21.31 8
1) Grandollier, David 2) Kensinger, Richard III
3) Schaefer, Adam 4) Ramey, Evan
3 Day. Christian 2:30.00 4:56.22 6
1) Henkel, Kevin 2) Pook, Benjamin
3) Combs, Stephan 4) Link, Noah

Women - Team Rankings - 14 Events Scored
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1) Yellow Springs 152 2) Xenia Christian 118
3) Mid. Christian 74 4) Emmanuel Christian 29
5) Day. Christian 14 6) Jefferson Twp. 5

Men - Team Rankings - 15 Events Scored
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1) Day. Christian 110 2) Emmanuel Christian 80
3) Xenia Christian 69 4) Troy Christian 68
5) Yellow Springs 41 6) Jefferson Twp. 35
7) Mid. Christian 32

Metro Buckeye Conference Baseball Player and Coach of the Year

Congratulations to Adam Taulbee from Middletown Christian for being Baseball's Player of the Year. The Coach of the Year Award goes to Evan John from Xenia Christian. Congratulations for a great year.

Metro Buckeye Conference Track Results

Licensed to Troy Christian High School HY-TEK's Meet Manager 5/15/2009 10:15 PM
Metro Buckeye Conference - 5/15/2009
Troy Christian High School
Results

Event 1 Girls Pole Vault
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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Finals
1 Gaskell, Sarah 11 Troy Christi 10-00.00 10-03.00 10

Event 3 Girls Long Jump
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Burke-Williams, Keta 10 Miami Valley 16-05.00 14-03.25 10
2 Comstock, Ryder 12 Yellow Sprin 14-00.00 13-07.00 8
3 Hooten, Kelsey 12 Day. Christi 14-08.00 13-03.00 6
4 Norris, Kathleen 10 Miami Valley 12-04.25 5
5 Kensinger, Katie 10 Xenia Christ 12-03.00 4
6 Martin, Christy 9 Emmanuel Chr 12-04.00 11-08.00 3
7 Evans, Paige 9 Yellow Sprin 12-09.00 11-03.00 2
8 Flowers, Taheera 9 Jefferson Tw 13-05.00 11-02.50 1
9 Graver, Sarah 9 Xenia Christ 12-01.00 10-06.00
10 Coffman, Breanna 9 Emmanuel Chr 9-03.00

Event 4 Boys Long Jump
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Johnson, Chris 11 Yellow Sprin 19-00.00 20-01.00 10
2 Weber, Casey 12 Day. Christi 20-09.50 19-03.50 8
3 Brown, Robert 10 Troy Christi 19-07.00 18-02.00 6
4 Allen, Raphael 12 Yellow Sprin 18-00.00 17-06.00 5
5 Miller, Marcus 10 Mid. Christi 17-00.00 16-08.50 4
6 Tanner, Caleb 9 Troy Christi 15-07.00 15-03.75 3
7 Beard, Keith 10 Emmanuel Chr 14-09.00 14-09.00 2
8 Herbst, Christian 11 Xenia Christ 17-05.00 14-08.50 1
9 Young, Jared 9 Mid. Christi 14-06.00 13-10.00
10 Perkins, Malik 11 Day. Christi 13-04.50
-- Keeney, Doug 9 Emmanuel Chr 13-05.00 DQ

Event 5 Girls Shot Put
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Crout, MacKenzie 9 Mid. Christi 27-10.00 27-01.25 10
2 Evans, Paige 9 Yellow Sprin 26-00.00 26-07.00 8
3 Gallagher, Alicia 10 Troy Christi 25-09.00 23-04.00 6
4 Ison, Chelsea 9 Emmanuel Chr 22-11.00 5
5 Dowdy, Christina 11 Day. Christi 22-00.75 4
6 Coles, Dawnielle 10 Emmanuel Chr 21-09.00 3
7 Leis, Kelsey 10 Troy Christi 21-05.00 19-04.00 2
8 Hitchcock, Katy 10 Day. Christi 18-01.75 1

Event 6 Boys Shot Put
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Abney, Kyle 12 Day. Christi 56-02.75 57-02.25 10
2 Scott, Steve 12 Yellow Sprin 39-00.00 38-00.75 8
3 Gerard, Joe 11 Mid. Christi 35-10.00 37-04.00 6
4 Johnson, Ernest 12 Yellow Sprin 33-00.00 36-08.75 5
5 James, David 11 Jefferson Tw 38-09.00 34-09.00 4
6 Moore, Brandon 9 Mid. Christi 32-04.00 33-11.25 3
7 Holmes, Duwone 11 Day. Christi 32-00.50 2
8 Decker, Joel 9 Emmanuel Chr 25-00.00 25-06.75 1
9 Bluestone, Griffin 10 Emmanuel Chr 26-00.00 25-01.25

Event 7 Girls Discus Throw
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Crout, MacKenzie 9 Mid. Christi 81-03 79-09 10
2 Dowdy, Christina 11 Day. Christi 49-06.50 57-02 8
3 Ison, Chelsea 9 Emmanuel Chr 57-00 6
4 Leis, Kelsey 10 Troy Christi 53-10 56-05 5
5 Coles, Dawnielle 10 Emmanuel Chr 55-09 4
6 Gallagher, Alicia 10 Troy Christi 54-04 54-04 3
7 Hitchcock, Katy 10 Day. Christi 48-02 2
8 Turner, Christine 9 Mid. Christi 51-01 42-09 1

Event 8 Boys Discus Throw
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Abney, Kyle 12 Day. Christi 169-01 164-06.50 10
2 Scott, Steve 12 Yellow Sprin 122-00 116-07 8
3 Johnson, Ernest 12 Yellow Sprin 105-00 106-06.50 6
4 Moore, Brandon 9 Mid. Christi 109-11 94-02 5
5 Gerard, Joe 11 Mid. Christi 98-08 84-05.50 4
6 Bluestone, Griffin 10 Emmanuel Chr 54-00 66-05.50 3

Event 9 Girls High Jump
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Burke-Williams, Keta 10 Miami Valley 5-00.00 5-00.00 10
2 Carpenter, Shelby 9 Miami Valley 4-06.00 4-10.00 8
3 Brickson, Reini 11 Yellow Sprin 4-04.00 4-06.00 6

Event 10 Boys High Jump
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Weber, Casey 12 Day. Christi 5-08.00 5-10.00 10
2 Gunderkline, Brock 12 Yellow Sprin 5-08.00 7
2 Truss, Antone 9 Yellow Sprin 5-06.00 5-08.00 7
4 Cobb, Garrett 9 Mid. Christi 5-06.00 5-06.00 5
5 Herbst, Christian 11 Xenia Christ 5-06.00 5-04.00 4

Event 11 Girls 100 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Pohl, Caitlin 10 Miami Valley 15.90 15.90 10
2 Shaver, Lauren 9 Miami Valley 17.20 17.59 8
3 Jones, Brenda 12 Yellow Sprin 18.90 19.10 6
4 Allen, Derreka 9 Jefferson Tw 21.40 5

Event 12 Boys 110 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Smith, Jake 10 Day. Christi 17.80 17.00 10
2 Meadows, Josh 10 Yellow Sprin 18.80 18.10 8
3 Tanner, Caleb 9 Troy Christi 19.62 19.40 6

Event 13 Girls 100 Meter Dash
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Name Year School Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Burke-Williams, Keta 10 Miami Valley 13.50 13.00 2 10
2 Hill, Mercedes 10 Jefferson Tw 13.20 13.20 2 8
3 Mckenzie, Lauren 9 Miami Valley 13.90 13.40 2 6
4 Jones, Brenda 12 Yellow Sprin 13.40 13.50 2 5
5 Hooten, Kelsey 12 Day. Christi 14.10 13.78 2 4
6 Obielodan, Deborah 9 Xenia Christ 14.32 13.90 1 3
7 Flowers, Taheera 9 Jefferson Tw 13.50 14.00 2 2
8 Namenyi, Hannah 10 Xenia Christ 14.26 14.20 2 1
9 Evans, Paige 9 Yellow Sprin 14.90 14.40 1
9 Dowdy, Christina 11 Day. Christi 14.60 14.40 1
11 Sellers, Molly 9 Mid. Christi 15.13 14.80 1
12 Martin, Christy 9 Emmanuel Chr 15.00 1
13 Martinson, Andrea 9 Emmanuel Chr 15.60 1
14 Turner, Christine 9 Mid. Christi 17.69 17.50 1

Event 14 Boys 100 Meter Dash
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Name Year School Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Brown, Wes 12 Troy Christi 10.87 10.79 2 10
2 Cosey, Mario 10 Yellow Sprin 11.30 11.15 2 8
3 Dandy, Kalvin 12 Jefferson Tw 11.29 2 6
4 Brown, Robert 10 Troy Christi 11.70 11.40 2 5
5 Coffman, Aaron 12 Emmanuel Chr 11.50 11.50 2 4
6 Lewis, Shawndale 11 Jefferson Tw 11.20 11.54 2 3
7 Perkins, Malik 11 Day. Christi 12.30 12.08 1 2
8 Linn, Evan 9 Emmanuel Chr 11.80 12.44 1 1
9 Zoz, Ryan 9 Mid. Christi 12.30 12.53 1
10 Truss, Antone 9 Yellow Sprin 12.56 2
11 Herbst, Christian 11 Xenia Christ 13.19 13.20 1
12 Young, Andy 9 Xenia Christ 14.01 14.22 1

Event 15 Girls 1600 Meter Run
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Shaver, Erika 11 Miami Valley 5:27.00 5:41.20 10
2 Arlt, Haley 9 Day. Christi 5:42.00 5:56.70 8
3 Brickson, Reini 11 Yellow Sprin 6:10.00 6:34.00 6
4 Dufresne, Paige 10 Mid. Christi 6:26.00 6:47.50 5
5 Hall, Savannah 10 Emmanuel Chr 7:26.70 4
6 Manning, Taylor 9 Mid. Christi 7:15.00 7:39.20 3

Event 16 Boys 1600 Meter Run
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Onfroy, Alexis 11 Yellow Sprin 4:40.00 4:56.60 10
2 Gunderkline, Jacob 12 Yellow Sprin 4:45.00 4:57.03 8
3 Watson, Elliot 10 Miami Valley 5:10.00 5:11.10 6
4 Willoughby, Joshua 10 Mid. Christi 5:15.00 5:19.20 4.50
4 Miller, Benjamin 9 Troy Christi 5:01.00 5:19.20 4.50
6 Simmons, Dillon 11 Xenia Christ 5:46.00 5:56.60 3
7 Coles, Noel 9 Emmanuel Chr 5:50.00 6:00.00 2
8 Keeney, Doug 9 Emmanuel Chr 6:00.00 6:02.00 1
9 Wiggershaus, Erich 9 Day. Christi 6:28.80

Event 17 Girls 4x100 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Miami Valley School 54.00 51.80 10
1) Carpenter, Shelby 9 2) Wheeler, Kiera 10
3) Norris, Kathleen 10 4) Burke-Williams, Keta 10
2 Yellow Springs 53.50 54.29 8
1) Gonder, Elizabeth 10 2) Evans, Paige 9
3) Comstock, Ryder 12 4) Wright, Melodie 12
3 Jefferson Twp. 52.60 54.87 6
1) Hill, Mercedes 10 2) Martin, Shawniqua 10
3) Carpenter, Jayara 10 4) Jackson, Tyquinta 9
4 Xenia Christian 57.63 57.30 5
1) Namenyi, Hannah 10 2) Kensinger, Katie 10
3) Knowles, Laura 10 4) Obielodan, Deborah 9
5 Day. Christian 57.10 57.50 4
1) Dowdy, Christina 11 2) Cook, Emily 11
3) Mann, Shayla 11 4) Hooten, Kelsey 12
6 Mid. Christian 59.64 58.30 3
1) Twigg, Lydia 12 2) Wheeler, Alexandra 11
3) Sellers, Molly 9 4) Balsbaugh, Tauni 10

Event 18 Boys 4x100 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Troy Christian 46.20 44.80 10
1) Brown, Robert 10 2) Klingler, Kyle 9
3) McCall, David 9 4) Brown, Wes 12
2 Jefferson Twp. 44.50 45.31 8
1) Lewis, Shawndale 11 2) Allen, Carl 12
3) Dandy, Kalvin 12 4) Potter, Bobby 9
3 Yellow Springs 46.00 45.68 6
1) Cosey, Mario 10 2) Allen, Raphael 12
3) Johnson, Chris 11 4) Norris-Sayres, Logan 9
4 Day. Christian 45.73 45.80 5
1) Holmes, Duwone 11 2) Waddy, Chris 11
3) Hooten, Kendall 9 4) Weber, Casey 12
5 Mid. Christian 49.21 50.90 4
1) Zoz, Ryan 9 2) Merritt, Todd 12
3) Miller, Marcus 10 4) Walker, Kyle 9
6 Emmanuel Christian 45.50 51.30 3
1) Decker, Josh 12 2) Klawer, Jared 9
3) Scott, Matt 10 4) Linn, Evan 9

Event 19 Girls 400 Meter Dash
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Name Year School Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Cromer, Elaina 11 Miami Valley 59.00 58.50 2 10
2 Ray, Breanna 9 Mid. Christi 1:03.70 1:03.28 2 8
3 Cobb, Gayl 10 Mid. Christi 1:04.10 1:04.59 2 6
4 Gonder, Elizabeth 10 Yellow Sprin 1:01.90 1:05.40 2 5
5 Cruz, Lauren 9 Day. Christi 1:08.00 1:10.10 1 4
6 Dean, Chelsae 9 Day. Christi 1:06.00 1:11.59 1 3
7 Allen, Derreka 9 Jefferson Tw 1:08.60 1:12.70 1 2
8 Obielodan, Deborah 9 Xenia Christ 1:13.00 1:14.30 1 1
9 Rutledge, Shabree 9 Jefferson Tw 1:15.40 1:14.97 1
10 Coffman, Breanna 9 Emmanuel Chr 1:19.40 2

Event 20 Boys 400 Meter Dash
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Name Year School Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Seekins, Justin 11 Troy Christi 53.00 54.05 2 10
2 Pettiford, Anthony 12 Yellow Sprin 53.50 54.70 2 8
3 Coffman, Aaron 12 Emmanuel Chr 52.80 54.85 2 6
4 Combs, Andrew 11 Day. Christi 55.00 2 5
5 Howard, Deontay 11 Jefferson Tw 52.80 56.50 2 4
6 Troutman, Nick 11 Mid. Christi 55.15 58.90 1 3
7 Hahn, Jerry 11 Jefferson Tw 58.50 1:00.81 1 2
8 Robinson-Hubbuch, Birch 11 Yellow Sprin 57.00 1:01.30 1 1
9 Simmons, Dillon 11 Xenia Christ 1:01.00 1:03.30 1
10 Young, Andy 9 Xenia Christ 1:10.00 1:07.20 1

Event 21 Girls 4x200 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Yellow Springs 1:53.50 1:53.20 10
1) Gonder, Elizabeth 10 2) Jones, Brenda 12
3) Comstock, Ryder 12 4) Wright, Melodie 12
2 Miami Valley School 1:57.00 1:54.20 8
1) Carpenter, Shelby 9 2) Wheeler, Kiera 10
3) Norris, Kathleen 10 4) Shaver, Lauren 9
3 Jefferson Twp. 1:51.60 1:56.60 6
1) Hill, Mercedes 10 2) Martin, Shawniqua 10
3) Carpenter, Jayara 10 4) Jackson, Tyquinta 9
4 Mid. Christian 1:56.50 1:57.60 5
1) Cobb, Gayl 10 2) Chitwood, Mary 10
3) Ray, Breanna 9 4) Balsbaugh, Tauni 10
5 Day. Christian 2:03.70 2:04.80 4
1) Mann, Shayla 11 2) Cruz, Lauren 9
3) Hooten, Kelsey 12 4) Cook, Emily 11
6 Xenia Christian 2:05.00 2:06.30 3
1) Obielodan, Deborah 9 2) Graver, Sarah 9
3) Knowles, Laura 10 4) Namenyi, Hannah 10
7 Emmanuel Christian 2:12.59 2
1) Martinson, Andrea 9 2) Walls, Kim 9
3) Hall, Savannah 10 4) Martin, Christy 9

Event 22 Boys 4x200 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Day. Christian 1:35.70 1:34.90 10
1) Holmes, Duwone 11 2) Combs, Andrew 11
3) Waddy, Chris 11 4) Weber, Casey 12
2 Jefferson Twp. 1:34.50 1:35.00 8
1) Lewis, Shawndale 11 2) Johnson, Jamar 12
3) Potter, Bobby 9 4) Dandy, Kalvin 12
3 Yellow Springs 1:34.00 1:35.70 6
1) Cosey, Mario 10 2) Allen, Raphael 12
3) Johnson, Chris 11 4) Norris-Sayres, Logan 9
4 Mid. Christian 1:45.10 1:50.70 5
1) Zoz, Ryan 9 2) Walker, Kyle 9
3) Merritt, Todd 12 4) Troutman, Nick 11
5 Emmanuel Christian 2:08.00 2:07.70 4
1) Beard, Keith 10 2) Trout, Matt 9
3) Johnson, Jeff 9 4) Decker, Joel 9

Event 25 Girls 800 Meter Run
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Shaver, Erika 11 Miami Valley 2:30.00 2:37.09 10
2 Shaver, Lauren 9 Miami Valley 2:35.00 2:43.81 8
3 Dean, Chelsae 9 Day. Christi 2:43.00 2:52.76 6
4 Hall, Savannah 10 Emmanuel Chr 3:07.50 5

Event 26 Boys 800 Meter Run
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Gunderkline, Brock 12 Yellow Sprin 2:03.00 2:11.10 10
2 Onfroy, Alexis 11 Yellow Sprin 2:03.00 2:16.00 8
3 Yohannes, Nathan 10 Day. Christi 2:17.00 2:19.00 6
4 Miller, Benjamin 9 Troy Christi 2:19.00 2:20.50 5
5 Klawer, Jared 9 Emmanuel Chr 2:20.00 2:22.70 4
6 Perry, Joshua 9 Troy Christi 2:26.00 2:27.90 3
7 Young, Andy 9 Xenia Christ 2:34.00 2:42.60 2
8 Slattery, Aaron 9 Mid. Christi 2:39.00 2:43.90 1

Event 27 Girls 200 Meter Dash
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Name Year School Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Wright, Melodie 12 Yellow Sprin 27.10 27.23 2 10
2 Hill, Mercedes 10 Jefferson Tw 27.60 27.30 2 8
3 Mckenzie, Lauren 9 Miami Valley 27.80 27.74 2 6
4 Balsbaugh, Tauni 10 Mid. Christi 28.70 28.50 2 5
5 Jackson, Tyquinta 9 Jefferson Tw 28.50 28.90 2 4
6 Mann, Shayla 11 Day. Christi 30.50 30.30 1 3
7 Twigg, Lydia 12 Mid. Christi 31.56 30.50 1 2
8 Martinson, Andrea 9 Emmanuel Chr 31.99 1 1
9 Graver, Sarah 9 Xenia Christ 34.19 33.95 1
10 Walls, Kim 9 Emmanuel Chr 34.20 1

Event 28 Boys 200 Meter Dash
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Name Year School Seed Finals H# Points
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1 Brown, Wes 12 Troy Christi 22.38 22.41 2 10
2 Dandy, Kalvin 12 Jefferson Tw 22.30 22.78 2 8
3 Brown, Robert 10 Troy Christi 24.60 23.24 1 6
4 Potter, Bobby 9 Jefferson Tw 23.40 23.44 2 5
5 Allen, Raphael 12 Yellow Sprin 23.90 23.53 1 4
6 Holmes, Duwone 11 Day. Christi 23.79 23.79 2 3
7 Waddy, Chris 11 Day. Christi 23.84 23.82 2 2
8 Scott, Matt 10 Emmanuel Chr 23.50 23.90 2 1
9 Troutman, Nick 11 Mid. Christi 25.39 25.11 1
10 Coffman, Aaron 12 Emmanuel Chr 24.50 25.18 1
11 Cosey, Mario 10 Yellow Sprin 23.80 26.80 2
12 Simmons, Dillon 11 Xenia Christ 26.93 26.90 1
13 Herbst, Christian 11 Xenia Christ 26.87 27.00 1
14 Young, Jared 9 Mid. Christi 28.03 27.19 1

Event 29 Girls 4x400 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Mid. Christian 4:35.30 4:28.03 10
1) Cobb, Gayl 10 2) Balsbaugh, Tauni 10
3) Wheeler, Alexandra 11 4) Ray, Breanna 9
2 Yellow Springs 4:24.90 4:34.40 8
1) Comstock, Ryder 12 2) Gonder, Elizabeth 10
3) Brickson, Reini 11 4) Wright, Melodie 12
3 Jefferson Twp. 4:42.70 4:42.80 6
1) Jackson, Tyquinta 9 2) Carpenter, Jayara 10
3) Flowers, Taheera 9 4) Allen, Derreka 9
4 Xenia Christian 4:49.00 4:57.16 5
1) Graver, Sarah 9 2) Knowles, Laura 10
3) Namenyi, Hannah 10 4) Kensinger, Katie 10
-- Miami Valley School 4:30.00 DQ
1) Cromer, Elaina 11 2) Pohl, Caitlin 10
3) Mckenzie, Lauren 9 4) Shaver, Lauren 9

Event 30 Boys 4x400 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Yellow Springs 3:35.00 3:39.90 10
1) Pettiford, Anthony 12 2) Gunderkline, Brock 12
3) Meadows, Josh 10 4) Onfroy, Alexis 11
2 Day. Christian 3:49.00 3:44.50 8
1) Smith, Jake 10 2) Waddy, Chris 11
3) Yohannes, Nathan 10 4) Combs, Andrew 11
3 Troy Christian 3:47.20 3:45.50 6
1) Klingler, Kyle 9 2) McCall, David 9
3) Perry, Joshua 9 4) Seekins, Justin 11
4 Emmanuel Christian 3:40.00 3:50.40 5
1) Linn, Evan 9 2) Beard, Keith 10
3) Klawer, Jared 9 4) Coffman, Aaron 12
5 Mid. Christian 3:59.00 4:01.20 4
1) Troutman, Nick 11 2) Miller, Marcus 10
3) Merritt, Todd 12 4) Cobb, Garrett 9
6 Jefferson Twp. 3:45.30 4:09.90 3
1) Johnson, Jamar 12 2) Hahn, Jerry 11
3) 4) Howard, Deontay 11

Event 31 Girls 4x800 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Day. Christian 10:55.00 11:25.00 10
1) Cruz, Lauren 9 2) Hitchcock, Katy 10
3) Dean, Chelsae 9 4) Arlt, Haley 9
2 Mid. Christian 12:11.00 12:48.00 8
1) Dufresne, Paige 10 2) Bowling, Devan 9
3) Manning, Taylor 9 4) Chitwood, Mary 10

Event 32 Boys 4x800 Meter Relay
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School Seed Finals Points
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1 Yellow Springs 8:20.00 9:35.50 10
1) 2) Gunderkline, Brock 12
3) Gunderkline, Jacob 12 4) Pettiford, Anthony 12
2 Day. Christian 9:05.00 10:06.50 8
1) Yohannes, Nathan 10 2) Wiggershaus, Erich 9
3) Perkins, Malik 11 4) Combs, Andrew 11
3 Mid. Christian 9:55.00 10:14.00 6
1) Willoughby, Joshua 10 2) Walker, Kyle 9
3) Slattery, Aaron 9 4) Cobb, Garrett 9
4 Emmanuel Christian 10:08.00 10:39.50 5
1) Coles, Noel 9 2) Klawer, Jared 9
3) Olson, Brandon 9 4) Keeney, Doug 9

Event 33 Girls 300 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Pohl, Caitlin 10 Miami Valley 48.10 47.36 10
2 Norris, Kathleen 10 Miami Valley 53.50 52.41 8
3 Kensinger, Katie 10 Xenia Christ 50.10 57.90 6
4 Jones, Brenda 12 Yellow Sprin 55.90 59.80 5
5 Bowling, Devan 9 Mid. Christi 1:02.00 1:02.70 4

Event 34 Boys 300 Meter Hurdles
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Smith, Jake 10 Day. Christi 44.40 44.40 10
2 Meadows, Josh 10 Yellow Sprin 46.80 46.84 8
3 Tanner, Caleb 9 Troy Christi 50.29 48.06 6
4 Johnson, Ernest 12 Yellow Sprin 52.30 5
5 Olson, Brandon 9 Emmanuel Chr 52.00 55.40 4

Event 35 Girls 3200 Meter Run
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Shaver, Erika 11 Miami Valley 12:30.00 12:26.00 10
2 Brant, Jessica 12 Troy Christi 12:36.00 12:38.30 8
3 Arlt, Haley 9 Day. Christi 12:21.00 12:47.00 6
4 Brickson, Reini 11 Yellow Sprin 13:30.00 14:20.50 5
5 Hall, Savannah 10 Emmanuel Chr 16:16.00 4

Event 36 Boys 3200 Meter Run
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Name Year School Seed Finals Points
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1 Gunderkline, Jacob 12 Yellow Sprin 10:05.00 10:43.60 10
2 Amrhein, Gabe 10 Yellow Sprin 11:20.00 10:58.25 8
3 Watson, Elliot 10 Miami Valley 11:50.00 11:43.50 6
4 Keeney, Doug 9 Emmanuel Chr 13:40.00 12:47.80 5
5 Wiggershaus, Erich 9 Day. Christi 15:05.00 4

Women - Team Rankings - 17 Events Scored
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1) Miami Valley School 157 2) Yellow Springs 92
3) Mid. Christian 80 4) Day. Christian 73
5) Jefferson Twp. 48 6) Emmanuel Christian 37
7) Troy Christian 34 8) Xenia Christian 28

Men - Team Rankings - 16 Events Scored
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1) Yellow Springs 184 2) Day. Christian 113
3) Troy Christian 90.50 4) Mid. Christian 54.50
5) Emmanuel Christian 51 5) Jefferson Twp. 51
7) Miami Valley School 12 8) Xenia Christian 10

Coach Sharp Reports Dayton Christian's baseball Stats

Player At Bat BB Runs Hits HomeRuns Slugging %
ERIC DEMARIO 12 34 8 16 0 615
JOSH MANNIX 3 28 3 11 1 400
CALEB HORNBACK 24 36 4 16 0 600
NICK TOEBEE 10 36 4 7 1 400
MIKE KING 9 32 1 8 1 500
JASON CARNEGIS 25 30 4 6 0 400
STEPHEN JEFFRIES 4 33 6 11 0 333
ANDREW CHAMBERS 5 25 3 2 0 364
MATT DELANGE 2 29 4 5 0 400
CHARLIE WALDEN 40 12 4 1 0 125
TANNER GREEN 52 5 0 0 0 400
WALTER MILNER 8 13 1 2 0 0
DANIEL HEIGHT 23 2 0 0 0 500
NICK REIS 28 1 0 1 0 0
245 316 42 86 3 418

Rae Burick event honors area girls

Theresa Check, women’s basketball coach at Cincinnati State Community College, will be the guest speaker at the annual Rae Burick Women in Sports dinner tonight, May 20, at Fairmont High School’s Trent Arena.

The event, which begins at 6:45 p.m., honors the top female high school athlete in the Miami Valley.

Forty-eight individuals were nominated by their schools, based on athletic and academic achievements.

The winner receives a trophy and a $1,500 scholarship. The four runners-up receive $375 scholarships. The event is a community service project of the Kiwanis Club of Dayton, benefiting the Kiwanis Club of Dayton Foundation and Children’s Medical Center.

Individuals up for the award are:

Catherine Crisler (Alter); Mikaela Ruef (Beavercreek); Darci Mascotti (Bellbrook); Jeannette Young (Belmont); Ashley Swackhamer (Bethel); Carolyn Wenner (Brookviille); Emily Schaefer (Carroll); Sarah Andrews (Centerville); Lisa Treadway (CJ);

Renee Otte (Covington); Dara Ferriell (Eaton); Katie Ross (Fairborn); Andrea Kelsey (Fairmont); Elizabeth Dean (Franklin-Monroe); Erin Hartzell (Greenville); Lauren Funk (Kenton Ridge); Kimberly Gombita (Lebanon); Uniqua Northcutt (Meadowdale);

Katie Mengos (Miami East); Shannon Quinn (Miamisburg); Julie Kirkland (Miami Valley); Kaci Finfrock (Milton-Union); Stacey Davis (National Trail); Kaitie Stewart (Newton); Jenna Shull (Northeastern); Katie Heinrichs (Northmont);

Amberly Carroll (Northridge); Teresa Welch (Northwestern); Julia Sizek (Oakwood); Emily Amburgey (Preble Shawnee); Marissa Clark (Sidney); Suzanne Metzger (Spg. Catholic Central); Amanda Harvey (Southeastern); Alison Steinbrunner (Tecumseh); Cassie Berning (Tippecanoe);

Rachel Heindl (TC North); Stella Ross (Trotwood-Madison); Brianna Strete (Troy); Johanna Potter (Troy Christian); Molly Kroger (Valley View); Jamie Barrett (Vandalia Butler); Mary Prakel (Versailles); Lisa Nouanesngsy (Wayne);

Farran Eide (Waynesville); Keneshia Robinson (West Carrollton); Jessica Alexander (Xenia); Katie Nelson (Xenia Christian); Ryder Comstock (Yellow Springs).

Tara Benedict Heads to Northern Kentucky

TROY CHRISTIAN

College: Northern Kentucky

The 6-foot-2 basketball center, who will be a scholarship player for NKU, is ranked fourth in her class with a 4.0 GPA, and she isn't the only scholar on the team. Junior Maria Schafer, another college prospect, is a straight-A student.

"That's really that type of kid you want to have because I think it does carry over to the basketball court," coach Paul Ruland said. "They know what it is they have to dedicate themselves to, and they say, ‘I've got two hours on the court. ... Practice time is important.' And I think it pays off for these kids."

Two years ago, the team GPA at Troy Christian was 4.0.

"We just all have a really good work ethic," Benedict said. "Usually, if you don't respect your teachers enough, you're not going to do the work you need to get done in that class. But the teachers give us a certain amount of respect, so that makes it easy to respect them, too. We want to do well in school so we can keep doing the things we love to do."

Earl Nichols heads to Eastern Kentucky

College: Eastern Kentucky

The class salutatorian, who has earned 10 letters in three sports (football, basketball and baseball), has grown up in a strict household where academics are stressed.

He realized by watching his older brother, Jeffrey Jr., now a student at Bowling Green, that there were consequences for falling short.

"He did well in school but not as well as me," Earl said. "I kind of learned some of the things he learned the hard way. If he got punishments, not being able to talk on the phone or watch TV, I didn't want to have to deal with that.
"Where I live that's basically all you can do — talk on the phone or watch TV. I didn't want to have that taken away from me, so I did what I had to do."

Nichols' home is surrounded by nothing but farmland.

"The only thing I can do is listen to cows, just watch cows and chickens," he said.

Hard-working athletes have promising futures

Stephanie Dohner didn’t seem like a candidate to become a high school valedictorian as an underachieving sixth-grader in the Northmont school district. She was drifting along with a C average and, she admits now, had a bit of an attitude problem.

“I was a little troublemaker back in school. Never in a bad way, but I just had a smart mouth sometimes,” she said.

A teacher saw Dohner’s potential, though, and challenged her by putting her in advanced math classes. The strategy worked.

Dohner aced those courses and has been pulling down A’s ever since. A state tennis tournament qualifier in doubles with the Thunderbolts, Dohner is carrying a 4.14 grade-point average as a senior, and what motivates her now is a belief that a college education is a key to leading a productive life.

“Without it, you’re flipping burgers at McDonald’s — which isn’t a bad thing because I work in the restaurant business for a job,” said Dohner, a hostess at Perkins. “But after high school, you should be moving on to better jobs.”

Dohner is one of many who excel in the classroom and on the field. For example:

• Wade Willin, who lettered in three sports at Carroll, has a 4.28 GPA and never has regretted the sacrifices he’s made to be a top scholar-athlete.

“When you play sports, school work is more important, and you have to get that done,” he said. “You have to work a little longer into the night than you’d want to, but it’s worth it.”

• Jefferson salutatorian Earl Nichols, voted top offensive lineman on his football team, was content with a B average before realizing straight-A’s were within his reach.

“I thought, ‘If I got a B doing this much, if I just put in a little more I can get an A.’ And that’s what happened,” he said.

• Perhaps no scholar-athlete in the area has a more uplifting story than Brookville’s Carolyn Wenner. Her parents, Craig and Patricia Wenner, died in a drowning accident during a family walk on Christmas Day 2006. Now she’s a class valedictorian, has been to the state cross country meet twice and is captain of the track team.

“I think I’m doing pretty well (emotionally),” she said. “I try to be someone my parents would be proud of. I know their expectations and morals, and I try to follow that.”

The stereotypical “dumb jock” may still be roaming the halls, but the Miami Valley is brimming with accomplished athletes who are excelling in the classroom.

No longer that self-proclaimed “lazy kid” content to pull down C’s, Dohner will study oceanography at the Florida Institute of Technology in the fall while playing tennis.

As for taming that attitude that once got her in trouble, though, Dohner said, “We’re working on it.”

High school sports results for May 14

DIVISION II

DAYTON SECTIONAL

SINGLES

at Dayton Center Courts

Second Round: Fields (Madison) d. Schroeder (Alter) 6-0, 6-4; Hundley (Dixie) d. Moody (Dayton Christian) 4-6, 6-4, 6-3; Hepner (Preble Shawnee) d. Willaims (Carlisle) 7-5, 6-0; Carpenter (Oakwood) d. Ross (Eaton) 6-1, 6-0; Millen (Chaminade Julienne) d. Holsinger (Preble Shawnee) 6-4, 6-2; Henry-Payne (Oakwood) d. Rodgers (Valley View) 6-0, 6-0; Graul (Alter) d. Stevens (Eaton) 6-0, 6-0; Holloway (Xenia Christian) d. Varvol (Greeneview) 6-1, 6-0; Beatty (Miami Valley) d. Sparkman (Madison) 6-0, 6-0; Fulk (Greeneview) d. Shope (Dixie) 6-1; 6-0; Long (Xenia) d. Clack (Stivers) 6-0, 6-0; Bole (Chaminade Julienne) d. Stein (Oakwood) 6-1; 6-1; Nguyen (Miami Valley) d. Barker (Carlisle) 7-6, 6-4; Sargent (Greeneview) d. Brown (Valley View) 6-3, 4-6, 6-4; Harville (Madison) d. Ellington (Stivers) 6-0, 6-1; Keighley (Alter) d. Fredrick (Dayton Christian) 6-1, 6-0.

Third Round: Fields d. Hundley 6-1, 6-0; Carpenter d. Hepner 6-1, 6-1; Payne d. Millen 6-2, 6-0; Graul d. Holloway 7-5, 6-2; Beatty f. Fulk 6-3, 7-5; Bole d. Long 6-0, 6-1; Nguyen d. Sargent 7-5, 6-3; Keighley d. Harville 6-0, 6-4.

Quarterfinals: Fields d. Carpenter 6-1, 6-1; Graul d. Payne 6-0, 6-2; Bole d. Beatty 6-1; 6-0; Keighley d. Nguyen 7-5, 6-3.

DOUBLES

First Round: Couch/Young (Carlisle) d. Ley/Zimmer (Alter) 7-6, 3-6, 6-3; Forrer/Adams (Preble Shawnee) d. Prater/Arriola (Dixie) 6-1, 6-2; Fennel/Treadway (Madison) d. Demana/Bricker (Xenia Christian) 3-6, 6-4, 7-6; Dempsey-Whiting/Patel (Miami Valley) d. Hangana/Hennel (Chaminade Julienne) d. 6-2, 6-1; Hightower/Tolliver (Eaton) d. Ramsey/Reese (Dayton Christian) 6-1, 6-0; Harbison/Ragland (Greeneview) d. J. Dewar/R. Dewar (Stivers) 6-0, 6-0; Motley/Parks (Carlisle) d. Keister/Bruns (Valley View) 6-0, 6-0; McGuire/Brunswick (Madison) d. Speak/Warner (Dixie) 6-1, 7-6; Goyal/Klaben (Miami Valley) d. Fitsharris/Bertrams (Alter) 6-0, 6-0; Iberico/Matthews (Chaminade Julienne) d. VanZant/Shinkle (Greeneview) 6-1, 6-1; Thomas/Namenyi (Xenia Christian) d. Davis/Line (Eaton) 6-0, 6-1; Caldwell/Wiltshire (Dayton Christian) d. Bowers/Taulbee (Preble Shawnee) 6-4, 4-6, 7-6.

Second Round: Greene/Pruitt (Oakwood) d. Couch/Young 6-1, 6-1; Fennel/Treadway d. Forrer/Adams 7-6, 6-2; Dempsey-Whiting/Patel d. Hightower/Tolliver 6-1, 6-0; Fullmer/Scarberry (Valley View) d. Harbison/Ragland 6-3, 6-3; Motley/Parks d. Palmer/Silver (Stivers) 6-0, 6-0; Goyal/Klaben d. McGuire/Brunswick 6-0, 6-0; Iberico/Matthews d. Thomas/Namenyi 6-2, 6-1; Wille/Bridgeman (Oakwood) d. Caldwell/Wiltshire 6-2, 6-0.

Quarterfinals: Greene/Pruitt d. Fennel/Treadway 6-0, 6-0; Dempsey-Whiting/Patel d. Fullmer/Scarberry 6-4, 6-0; Goyal/Klaben d. Motley/Parks 6-4, 6-2; Wille/Bridgeman d. Iberico/Matthews 6-4, 6-1.

Area track leaders for May 15

Boys track & field 100
C. Cochran Lebanon 10.68
D. Jewett Northridge 10.68
M. Mays Northmont 10.80
B. Hinegardner Beavercreek 10.80
D. Bogle Wayne 10.80
T. Bonny Lebanon 10.80
200
M. Mays Northmont 21.40
D. Bogle Wayne 21.70
W. Henry Trotwood 21.74
J. Walker Northmont 21.80
D. Jewett Northridge 21.81
400
J. Walker Northmont 47.30
W. Henry Trotwood 47.38
J. Willey Miamisburg 49.30
L. Brown CJ 49.39
A. Covington Miamisburg 50.01
800
D. Neff Vandalia 1:53.10
S. Roberts Centerville 1:58.31
C. Nickson Trotwood 1:58.52
J. Morrow Nothmont 1:58.90
A. Onfroy Yel. Springs 1:59.32
1,600
D. Neff Vandalia 4:08.41
D. Norris Vandalia 4:21.91
A. Trick Carroll 4:23.87
C. Bohman Northmont 4:29.70
L. Wright Centerville 4:31.13
3,200
D. Neff Vandalia 9:25.46
J. Salyer Tippecanoe 9:47.53
S. Greer Northmont 9:50.50
D. Norris Vandalia 9:51.74
A. Dinzeo Sidney 9:55.40
110 HIGH HURDLES
R. Hunt Dunbar 14.49
L. Norris Lebanon 14.80
M. Jordan Trotwood 14.99
D. Taylor Wayne 15.00
A. Gaskins Springfield 15.11
300 HURDLES
A. Blanks Dunbar 38.14
L. Norris Lebanon 38.50
J. Lampley Wayne 40.20
B. Cain CJ 40.36
Z. Speckman New Bremen 40.39
400 RELAY
Wayne 42.20
Lebanon 42.60
Dunbar 42.72
Trotwood 42.78
Northmont 42.87
800 RELAY
Northmont 1:27.34
Lebanon 1:27.80
Trotwood 1:28.20
Dunbar 1:28.30
Wayne 1:29.01
1,600 RELAY
Trotwood 3:16.68
Wayne 3:22.00
Northmont 3:22.32
Dunbar 3:23.77
Lebanon 3:24.60
3,200 RELAY
Russia 8:13.48
Vandalia 8:14.61
Minster 8:15.79
Centerville 8:16.97
Dunbar 8:17.20
LONG JUMP
J. Bass Springfield 23-03.25
N. Davis Stivers 22-11.00
D. Davis Trotwood 22-03.50
T. Talbott Wayne 22-00.75
S. Balthis TV South 21-11.25
HIGH JUMP
D. Reed Trotwood 6-9.00
N. Davis Stivers 6-8.00
G. White Piqua 6-6.00
J. Lynch Meadowdale 6-5.00
B. Johnson Stivers 6-5.00
SHOT PUT
S. Longo Bellbrook 59-7.50
C. Borland Alter 56-8.25
S. LeMaster Greeneview 56-7.50
K. Abney Dayton Chr. 56-2.75
W. Barr Urbana 54-5.00
DISCUS
W. Barr Urbana 182-3
S. Longo Bellbrook 175-5
N. Bratka WL-Salem 174-1
K. Abney Dayton Chr. 169-1
R. Bitsko Wayne 164-3
POLE VAULT
K. Leland Greenville 14-8.00
G. Morgan Lebanon 14-7.00
B. Miller Centerville 14-6.00
N. Arnold Centerville 14-0.00
J. Moeller Marion Local 13-6.00
Girls track & field
100
S. Portis Springfield 12.15
O. Griffin Wayne 12.20
B. Latimer Xenia 12.33
T. McGuire Wayne 12.50
A. Davis Trotwood 12.54
200
O. Griffin Wayne 25.10
S. Portis Springfield 25.33
B. Latimer Xenia 25.63
T. McGuire Wayne 25.90
A. Davis Trotwood 26.30
400
E. Cromer Miami Valley 57.40
J. Wilson Northmont 58.20
O. Griffin Wayne 58.96
E. Good Vandalia 59.40
Rogers Alter 59.95
800
L. Gleason CJ 2:15.96
A. Noll Northmont 2:17.07
Esslestein Alter 2:17.80
K. Bunker Cedarville 2:18.40
M. Wright Miamisburg 2:19.15
1,600
A.Steinbrunner Tecumseh5:11.99
T. Beyerle CJ 5:14.46
C. Hamilton Springboro 5:15.30
Albers Alter 5:17.64
J. Accurso Miami East 5:18.58
3,200
T. Berger Versailles 11:25.55
A.Steinbrunner Tecumseh11:30.70
T. Beyerle CJ 11:34.80
J. Sizek Oakwood 11:45.84
L. Bornhorst Minster 11:46.55
100 HURDLES
E. Kemp Troy 14.15
A. Puthoff Ft. Loramie 14.40
M. Fullenkamp Ft. Loramie14.42
K. Wuebker Minster 14.48
H. House Miami East 14.54
300 HURDLES
M. Rotello Lebanon 44.80
S. Tunstall Wayne 46.00
S.VonderBrink Fairmont 46.32
K. Good Vandalia 47.05
H. Turpin Lebanon 47.10
400 RELAY
Wayne 48.70
Springfield 49.60
Xenia 50.07
Marshall 50.31
Trotwood 50.49
800 RELAY
Wayne 1:43.60
Xenia 1:46.19
Northmont 1:46.50
Vandalia 1:46.56
Springfield 1:47.02
1,600 RELAY
Northmont 3:58.70
Lebanon 4:03.21
Alter 4:03.65
Fort Loramie 4:06.38
Vandalia 4:06.59
3,200 RELAY
Alter 9:27.70
Versailles 9:40.29
Springboro 9:46.00
Minster 9:46.40
Cham. Julienne 9:47.60
LONG JUMP
S. Portis Springfield 19-00.00
J. Scott Marshall 18-03.75
K. Kopp Bethel 17-06.75
M. Rotello Lebanon 17-04.25
C. Dickens Chaminade 17-01.00
HIGH JUMP
J. Glover Sidney 5-4.50
E. Amburgey Pr. Shawnee 5-4.00
S. Vonderbrink Fairmont 5-4.00
S. Van Wert Springboro 5-4.00
H.Stegemiller Lebanon 5-4.00
J. Glover Sidney 5-4.00
SHOT PUT
C. Borchers Versailles 42-10.50
M. Breland St. Marys 39-07.50
B. Hillsman Fairborn 39-07.50
A. Thomas Wayne 39-07.50
E. Wheeler Brookville 38-08.00
DISCUS
C. Borchers Versailles 140-11.0
A. Thomas Wayne 135-11.0
K. Boyd Brookville 126-08.0
Dahnkey Waynesville 125-04.0
L. Crowe Wilmington 124-03.0
POLE VAULT
E. Kemp Troy 11-0.00
K. Henrichs Northmont 10-6.00
V. Azzalina Eaton 10-3.00
K. Wuebker Minster 10-0.00
J. Berry Wayne 10-0.00
E. Hartzell Greenville 10-0.00
S. Gaskell Troy Chr. 10-0.00

D-II tennis sectional moves indoors

Rain pushed back the Division II Dayton boys tennis sectional Wednesday, May 13, by an hour before the event was moved to Dayton Center Courts.

Alex Schroeder of Alter defeated Cody Beculheimer of Carlisle 6-0, 6-4. Dan Fredrick of Dayton Christian defeated Andrew McNeely of Xenia Christian 6-1, 6-1. Jonathon Nguyen of Miami Valley School defeated Kenneth Davis of Preble Shawnee 6-0, 6-0. Chris Hepner of Preble Shawnee defeated Beau Smedley of Chaminade Julienne 1-6, 6-4, 6-2.

Austin Sparkman of Madison defeated Ryan Alder of Eaton 6-0, 6-0. Bradley Long of Xenia Christian defeated Matt Winters of Dayton Christian 6-3, 6-1.

Area coaches high school tennis poll

Tennis

MVTCA Rankings

Division I

1. Centerville

2. Vandalia Butler

2. Springboro

4. Bellbrook

5. Beavercreek

6. Northmont

7. Wilmington

8. Greenville

9. Fairmont

10. Middletown

10. Troy

Division II

1. Oakwood

2. Lehman

3. Miami Valley

4. Alter

5. Tippecanoe

6. Kenton Ridge

7. Waynesville

7. CJ

9. Carlisle

10. Milton-Union

10. Valley View

Miami Valley’s Kirkland signs tennis letter

Miami Valley School’s Julie Kirkland went to the state tennis tournament as a doubles player last year, but she had her heart set on making it in singles after falling short as a freshman and sophomore.

The West Carrollton resident finally broke through last fall, reaching the second round of the Division II state tourney before falling to eventual champion Lauren Davis of Gates Mills Gilmour Academy in the second round.

“It was awesome,” Kirkland said of the experience. “I really wanted it the most this year, my last year to play. My freshman and sophomore years, I was kind of nervous. This year, it was amazing to see my development through the years and see how much I improved. I wasn’t even nervous.”

Kirkland — whose older sister, Jessica, plays on the pro tour — signed a national letter of intent with the University of Dayton on Wednesday, May 13, becoming the Flyers’ lone recruit.

She was undefeated in singles during the regular season as a senior.

“I had it narrowed down to Duquesne or UD, and I just weighed the pros and cons,” Kirkland said. “I think it’ll be a perfect fit and a better school. It’s not too far from home, but it’ll be different being on campus

Division II TROY SECTIONAL

Singles

Second Round: Josh Smedley (Tipp) d. Patrick Dempsey (SE), 6-0, 6-0; Trevor Williams (NW) d. Kimmie Trame (Ced), 6-0, 6-1; Rahul Prasad (Belle) d. Grant Thurman (Urb), 6-3, 6-3; Brandon Williams (NE) d. Taylor Rollyson (B’ville), 6-4, 3-6, 6-1; Jordan Belcher (Tipp) d. Tom Thurn (Central), 6-0, 6-0; Kent Walpole (Gre) d. Matt Shroyer (Lehman), 6-4, 6-0; Zach Shonkwiler (KR) d. Adam Barker (Milton Union), 2-6, 6-1, 7-5; Caleb Evans (Urb) d. Cody White (Shaw), 2-6, 7-5, 6-3; Quinn Charney (G) d. Jordan Letner (B’ville), 6-0, 6-0; Austin Mercer (SE) d. Dan Selhorst (Lehman), 6-4, 7-5; Kraig Strayer (Belle) d. Will Turner (Yellow Springs), 6-3, 6-2; Pat Burns (Central) d. Nate Shaw (KR), 6-2, 6-2; Robby Ball (Belle) d. Scott Hix (N’ridge), 6-0, 6-0; Toby Jones (KR) d. Mason Wagner (U), 6-0, 6-0; James Oswalt (NE) d. Gabe Zeigler (Shaw), 3-6, 6-3, 6-4; Wade Schroeder (Leh) d. Dustin Briggs (NW), 6-0, 6-0.

Doubles

First Round: Bennett-Smith (KR) d. Black-Topps (SE), 6-0, 6-0; Allison-Frantz (Belle) d. Winterbotham-Brackman (Milton-Union), 6-4, 6-2; Kretschmann (Shaw) d. Sheehan-Hallaron (Central), 6-4, 6-1; Kimerly-Cruz (Gre) d. Mayberry-Polston (B’ville), 6-0, 6-4; B. Sigler-Wildosky (NW) d. King-Steck (N’ridge), 6-1, 6-2; Cole-Doss (U) d. Pettiford-Weiner (YS), 6-1, 6-0; Boggs-Deel (NE) d. Stevenson-McFarlane (Ced), 6-1, 6-0; Kiesel-Hipp (Tipp) d. McDonough-Stevenson (Lehman), 7-6 (8), 3-6, 7-5; Bollinger-Southers (Tipp) d. Burke-Dixon (Shaw), 6-3, 6-0; Wolfarth-Franzen (NW) d. Haller-Sontag (YS), 6-4, 7-5; Judd-Rathman (MU) d. Garlock-Peaver (Belle), 6-2, 6-4; Walker-Witt (G) d. Lehmkuhl-Shull (NE), 2-6, 6-1, 6-3; Kordic-Molnar (Ced) d. Bryant-Cason (SE), 6-1, 6-1; Hidy-Price (KR) d. McIntosh-Fiore (N’ridge), 6-0, 6-1; Little-Perry (U) d. Schreien-McCoy (B’ville) 6-2, 6-4; Henderson-Harrelson (Lehman) d. Bourke-Campolo (Central), 6-0, 6-0.

DIVISION II DAYTON SECTIONAL SINGLES

First Round : Alex Schroder (Alter) d. Cody Beculheimer (Carlisle) 6-0, 6-4; Chris Hepner (Preble Shawnee) d. Beau Smedley (CJ) 1-6, 6-4, 6-2; Sean Millen (CJ) d. Aaron Yeager (Dixie) 6-1, 6-0; Ed Graul (Alter) d. Tyler Benedict (Miami Valley) 6-4, 6-2; Alex Varvol (Greeneview) d. Orlando Green (Stivers) default; Austin Sparkman (Madison) d. Ryan Alder (Eaton) 6-0, 6-0; Bradley Long (Xenia Christian) d. Matt Winters (Dayton Christian) 6-3, 6-1; Jeff Stein (Oakwood) d. Alex Zani (Valley View) 6-3, 6-3; Jonathon Nguyen (Miami Valley) d. Kenneth Davis (Preble Shawne) 6-0, 6-0; Dan Fredrick (Dayton Christian) d. Andrew McNeely (Xenia Christian) 6-1, 6-1.

Kevin Sikes-Gilbert

Ted Donnell Yellow Springs Baseball Coach reports that Kevin Sikes-Gilbert is still batting .589 after 56 at bats. Congratulations.

Baseball high hitter

Kevin Sikes-Gilbert Yellow Springs is still hitting .614 after 44 at
bats.

9th Annual Bulldog Invitational hosted by Yellow Springs

Friday night - May 8th - Yellow
Springs will be hosting its 9th Annual Bulldog Invitational. We won't
have the Pole Vault, but we will have the triple jump and the race
walk. We will also be honoring the track greats from Yellow Springs -
Andrew Pierce (400m), Tina Peters (RW), Sam Borchers (Mile) during the meet.

List of schools attending: Jefferson, Emanuel Christian, Troy
Christian, Xenia Christian, Springfield Shawnee, Bethel, Sidney
Lehman, Huber Heights Wayne (JV), Beavercreek (JV), Cinci Lockland,
Dominican Academy, Yellow Springs

Brother Jon's Record Broken

Dayton Christian’s Kyle Abney recently broke his brother Jon’s school shot put record and has since upped his best to 56-2.75.

Aaron Deister signs with Concordia

Dayton Christian senior Aaron Deister will play basketball at NAIA Division I power Concordia (Irvine, Calif.). The Eagles have cracked the nation’s top 10 the past three seasons and have won 28 games each of the last two.

Deister ended as DC’s second all-time leading scorer and first among the Deister siblings. His brother Jesse played at Wright State and Joe played at the Master’s College.

Area track leaders for May 1

Boys Track and Field
800
S. Roberts Centerville 1:58.31
E. Bonk Greeneview 2:01.05
B. Vineyard Dunbar 2:01.17
B. Gunderkline Yel. Springs 2:01.26
D. Norris Vandalia 2:01.79

SHOT PUT
S. Longo Bellbrook 57-4.00
C. Borland Alter 56-8.25
S. LeMaster Greeneview 56-7.50
K. Abney Dayton Chr. 56-2.75
W. Barr Urbana 54-5.00

DISCUS
S. Longo Bellbrook 175-5
W. Barr Urbana 174-3
N. Bratka WL-Salem 174-1
K. Abney Dayton Chr. 169-1
M. Bennett Centerville 160-0

Area baseball Leaders for May 1

BASEBALL
BATTING AVERAGE (Minimum 24 at-bats)
Player School/b> Hits AB Avg.
K. Sikes-Gilbert Y. Springs 19 29 0.655
C. Hornback Day. Chr. 17 26 0.654
A. Bingham Dixie 32 52 0.615
C. Klenke Coldwater 31 51 0.608
J. Flora TC North 16 28 0.571
J. Kerns Ben Logan 29 51 0.569
J. Thacker Bellbrook 22 39 0.564
D. Dotson Miamisburg 22 39 0.564
J. Westgerdes St. Henry 25 45 0.556
M. King Day. Chr. 17 31 0.548
S. Ankney Wayne 17 31 0.548
Z. Gillespie Fairborn 19 35 0.543
T. Armstrong Alter 13 24 0.542
J. Mannix Day. Chr. 13 24 0.542
Jordan Shawnee 21 39 0.540
C. Saporito Franklin 20 39 0.513
H. West Tri-Village 22 43 0.512
J. Allen Valley View 21 41 0.512
Hube Kenton Ridge 22 44 0.500
Cl. Nealeigh F. Monroe 17 34 0.500
J. Wilson Centerville 16 32 0.500
J. Day Nat. Trail 15 30 0.500
C. Peltier Leh. Catholic 14 28 0.500
Z. Siefring Coldwater 12 24 0.500
J. Moore Springfield 28 57 0.491

Record Broken

Dayton Christian’s Kyle Abney recently broke his brother Jon’s school shot put record and has since upped his best to 56-2.75.

Area high school boys tennis poll

Division II

1. Oakwood

2. Lehman

3. Miami Valley

4. Alter

5. Tipp City

6. Kenton Ridge

7. Carlisle

8. Waynesville

9. Chaminade Julienne

10. Valley View

Zawadzki named new Troy Christian boys hoop coach

Son of longtime Vandalia Butler coach enters new job with positive attitude.
TROY — Ray Zawadzki has the perfect game plan for his first boys high school basketball head coaching job.

“I like to take lemons and make lemonade,” said Zawadzki, who was announced as Troy Christian boys hoop coach on Tuesday, April 28.

“We’re going to do our best at it.”

The son of the former longtime Vandalia Butler coach of the same name replaces Dan Vaughan with the Eagles, members of the Metro Buckeye Conference. TC was 6-15 last season and returns just one varsity player.

The only other coach in Troy Christian’s seven-year program history was Rick Hickman.

Zawadzki spent 10 years as an assistant for his father at VB and the last five seasons at Tippecanoe under head coach Matt Pond. Zawadzki’s son, Kellen, was a standout for two straight 20-0 Red Devils teams and plays at Huntington (Ind.) College.

Zawadzki also starred for his father from 1979-81 at Butler and played at Otterbein.

“It was an easy choice,” TC Athletic Director Mike Coots said.

“He had a lot of great referrals.”

Zawadzki is owner of Dayton’s United Building Materials.

“This just fits my personality and my desire,” he said. “I’ve always wanted to be a head coach.

“We’re going to try and build on what wrestling’s been able to do at Troy Christian.”

The Eagles have won three straight Division III state wrestling titles.

Pitcher cherishes faith, art, fastball

All-league selection Kaela Spurlock is the ace of the Middletown Christian softball team.
MIDDLETOWN — To the casual observer, the math doesn't really add up.

Two years ago, Middletown Christian didn't have a softball team, yet the Eagles' top pitcher — senior right-hander Kaela Spurlock — has been a first-team All-Metro Buckeye Conference selection for the past three years.

That's because Spurlock pitched her freshman and sophomore years at Ridgeville Christian. But when that school closed, she transferred to Middletown Christian and picked up right where she left off — at the top of the conference in pitching.

"This is our second year for having softball here," Spurlock said after Tuesday's, April 7, practice. "We started the program up again. That was kinda stressful to have a team last year comprised of a lot of girls who had never played softball before. That was a challenge, for sure. But we've come farther than I think any of us would've ever imagined. That makes me feel really good, and I'm very happy to have been a part of that."

MCS finished 11-9 overall and 6-4 in the MBC last season.

Mixing a solid fastball with an equally potent off-speed pitch, Spurlock keeps hitters off-balance.

"I also have a curve ball and a knuckleball that I sometimes use," she added.

Last season on a team mostly of softball rookies, Spurlock finished with a 9-7 record with 169 strikeouts and an earned-run average of 1.65.

Offensively, Spurlock batted .337 and was among the area's leaders with 11 stolen bases.

"I think she learned her work ethic from softball," said Kaela's father, MCS coach Pat Spurlock. Spurlock had coached at Ridgeville Christian for two years, and he too made the move.

"She's a gamer for sure," he added. "She doesn't like to practice all that much, but she gives everything she can whenever she's in a game."

With all those skills on the diamond, one might be led to believe that softball would be high on her priority list. Not so, says Kaela.

"To be honest, I think I'd have to rank it third," she said with a smile. She ranks her religious faith and academics ahead of the sport she loves.

"My faith is really important to me and I do a lot with that," she said. "And I really enjoy art, too. I'm thinking of being an art major in college. Right now I'm taking some classes at Sinclair Community College to see if that's something I'd be interested in pursuing as a major."

Kaela said she particularly enjoys painting nature scenery or capturing that same beauty through a camera lens.

Dad says Kaela has a 3.9 grade-point average thus far, and that his daughter recently scored a 27 composite average on her ACT exam.

"Softball is a release for me," she said. "It's something that I've done ever since I was a kid and I really enjoy it."

Xenia Christian grad drafted by team she wanted

Leading up to the WNBA draft, Megan Frazee (Xenia Christian) made no secret of the fact she hoped to be drafted by the San Antonio Silver Stars, mainly because an assistant coach there, Olaf Lange, had been one of her coaches at Liberty University.

Turns out Frazee could not have written a better script as the Silver Stars selected her at the top of the second round, No. 14 overall, on Thursday, April 9.

Hard to tell what kind of impact Frazee might have at this level, but she was practically the female Larry Bird for four years in the Big South Conference, and even if you only remember her in high school, it’s easy to envision analysts gushing over her from the start.

“She’s strong and has one of the best 3-point shooting abilities of any player in the draft,” said Dan Hughes, Silver Stars head coach and general manager. “She’s strong enough to finish near the goal, but skilled enough to stretch the floor.”

The 6-foot-3 Frazee, who projects as a small forward, is the fourth area player drafted by the WNBA, following in the formidable footsteps of 6-foot-7 center Alison Bales (Beavercreek), the No. 9 overall selection in 2007 by the Indiana Fever out of Duke; Tamika Williams (Chaminade Julienne), No. 6 to Minnesota in 2002 out of Connecticut; and Megan Duffy (CJ), No. 31 to Minnesota in 2006 out of Notre Dame.

Local school to raise funds for 'Nothing but Nets'

WASHINGTON TWP., Montgomery County – The Miami Valley School’s 49-student senior class knew they wanted to do something special before they graduate this year.

They chose to do a fund-raising event, a community three-on-three basketball tournament and festival on the school’s campus, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at The Miami Valley School Lofino Family Athletic Center, 5151 Denise Drive.

The group will donate all profits from the event to “Nothing But Nets,” a worldwide organization that fights malaria by providing netting to African families.

Student organizers hope the weekend fun will inspire people to come out and support the cause.

“We wanted to do something worthwhile before we all part ways,” said MVS senior Tyler Benedict. “We simply wanted to demonstrate the sort of compassionate global citizenship that our school emphasizes, which we think is desperately needed in our world today.”

“We’re hoping for a great turnout,” said senior Jeremy Klaben. “We know there’s a lot of talent in town and it’s about time someone had a three-on-three event like this to show off.”

Registration for the basketball tournament is $10 per person, and $5 for general entry. There will be plenty to do even for those who don’t play, including an all-day raffle, games, concessions and much more.?Several local businesses have signed up to partner with the student-run event, including Dayton Heart Center, Kulkarni Orthodontics, The Miami Valley School and Papa John’s. ?Interested parties can register for the tournament by calling (937) 903-9260 or visiting www.mvschool.com.

The Miami Valley School is Dayton’s only independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory school. Founded in 1964, the school is located in Washington Twp. and serves students from early childhood to twelfth grade from 34 surrounding communities.

Miami Valley sprinter is primed for another run

Cromer, runner-up in last season’s D-III 400 meters at state, returns with more confidence this season
Elaina Cromer was out of gas by the start of her fourth state track and field meet preliminary race last spring.

Uh-oh.

“I had the chance to be at state, so why not take it?” said the Miami Valley School’s junior speedster. “By then I had recovered somewhat; at least I was able to breathe normally. So, I could at least run a little bit.

“That showed me how far I can get and the potential that I do have. That’s just given me some things to think about.”

Cromer is among a deep and talented group of area girls track returnees who should make their marks once again in the season-ending showcase in Columbus.

Miami Valley sports have rarely been high profile, let alone competitive on a state level. But that all changed with the tutelage of track coach Mike Coleman last season.

Most of the Rams — all seven — excelled in middle school with Coleman as coach. And with the Bellbrook resident Cromer providing a top-end anchor and open presence, all delivered on the next level, too.

Cromer was nearly unbeatable at 400 meters, placing second in the Division III state meet (57.57 seconds). She added a sixth in the 100 (12.99).

That was easy. The hard part was four gruelling state prelims the day before. Briana Henry, Kathleen Norris and Keta Burke-Williams joined Cromer in the 400 relay. By the 200 preliminary, Cromer was spent.

“It was humid and mucky,” she said. “That was the one I kind of got burned out for.

“As a new team, it was a new experience that we wanted to have fun with. That’s how we went out and treated it, but at the same time we treated it seriously and were trying our best.”

That best was a district title, the first for any sport at Miami Valley. Those four and sophomore Caitlin Pohl — the regional 300 hurdles champ — will be counted upon for more clutch performances. The team has since swelled to 10 girls and two boys.

The Rams still don’t have a home track — they run around cones on their soccer field — and twice a week they train at Welcome Stadium.

No matter.

“All the work we’ve done will hopefully pay off,” Cromer said. “We’ll see.”

Jefferson’s Payne drawing plenty of recruiting interest

He could have college choice narrowed to 8 schools by the start of next school year.
DAYTON — Pardon Jefferson High School junior Adreian Payne if he’s just a tad tired.

He arrived home on Sunday, April 19, from Little Rock, Ark., where his AAU team — All-Ohio Red — got KO’d in Saturday’s championship bracket opener by the Memphis Magic in the “Real Deal in the Rock” event.

Payne was back at school Monday, the start of a three-day recruiting blitz by college coaches.

The 6-foot-10 center — he averaged 15 points, 12 rebounds and four blocks for the 19-5 Broncos in 2008-09 — is in demand.

“He’s done remarkably well with the recruiting process,” Jefferson coach Art Winston said. “He’s a poised kid anyway and he doesn’t get rattled. He knows we’ve got to narrow the list down.”

The ‘A.P.’ derby

Payne can go wherever he chooses, and the Dayton Flyers are not out of the running.

“It’s getting a little hectic because coaches know he’s got to make a decision pretty soon,” Winston said. “He has 15 to 20 schools he likes and we’ll try to narrow it down to eight going into his senior year. And then from that eight, we’ll go down to four, down to two and then his final choice.

“It all boils down to the coach and the team’s style of play.”

Deciding factors

Payne prefers a balanced style of offense.

“He’s comfortable getting up and down the floor and he’s comfortable running half-court sets,” Winston said. “What matters now is building a relationship with coaches who are recruiting him. It has to be someone he’s comfortable with.”

Thurgood Marshall junior point guard Juwan Staten wants Payne to join him in UD’s 2010-11 recruiting class.

“I’m quite sure Juwan is trying to convince A.P. to come to UD because they talk just about every day,” Winston said. “Right now, everybody’s still in the picture.”

Winston’s future

Winston plans to return for his 14th season as Broncos coach. He has Superintendent Richard Gates’ support.

“Our fans are going to love it when they see the schedule we put together for next year,” Athletic Director Dan Fernbacher said.

The Broncos are scheduled to play in Flyin’ to the Hoop at Trent Arena; will face Harvest Prep at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus; and host Woodward and Western Hills from Cincinnati.

“Art asked me to upgrade the schedule and, man, we upgraded it about 200 percent,” Fernbacher said. “The kids are going to get some great experience real quick.”

Winston to help Jefferson's Payne choose a college

Top recruit to be aided by Jefferson coach when narrowing down list of nation’s top programs
DAYTON — One day, Oklahoma State’s Travis Ford and Michigan’s John Beilein. The next day, Michigan State’s Tom Izzo and Florida’s Billy Donovan.

Some of the nation’s high-profile college basketball coaches are descending on Jefferson High School this week to recruit the Broncos’ 6-foot-10, 215-pound junior center Adreian Payne.

Wednesday, April 22, marks the final day of a one-week contact period, and coaches are trying to meet the deadline before the next evaluation period (July 6-15).

“It’s going to be a busy three days for us because everybody’s trying to get in to see Adreian,” Jefferson coach Art Winston said.

Payne is traveling on the weekends with the All-Ohio Red 17-and-under AAU team, which captured the Boo Williams Invitational in Hampton, Va., over Easter weekend.

Winston said his prize junior is considering 15 to 20 schools — including West Virginia, Pitt, Kentucky, UCLA, Cincinnati, Xavier and Dayton.

“We’re going to sit down toward the end of the week and narrow it down to eight teams, then we’ll go from there,” Winston said.

Boys tennis preview: Players, matches to watch

Player to Watch
Ethan Dempsey-Whiting, sr., Miami Valley: Doubles player notched 16-1 record to help team win Division II poll title from Miami Valley Tennis Coaches Association.

All-Area boys basketball Chosen by Dayton Daily News Staff Writers

DIVISION III

Player of the year: Dan Hickman, Miami East

Coach of the year: Chip James, Dayton Christian

First team

Derek Billings, Anna, 6-2, jr., 16.1

Nathan Davis, Stivers, 6-4, sr., 15.6

Aaron Deister, Dayton Christian, 6-0, sr., 14.6

Vic Fortkamp, St. Henry, 6-7, sr., 13.5

Dan Hickman, Miami East, 6-1, sr., 22.0
DIVISION IV

Player of the year: Brad Piehl, New Knoxville

Coach of the year: P.J. Bertemes, Southeastern

First team

Mark Frilling, Fort Loramie, 6-5, jr., 15.7

Greg Kahling, Fort Recovery, 6-5, jr., 23.9

Adreian Payne, Jefferson, 6-10, jr., 12.3

Brad Piehl, New Knoxville, 6-7, sr., 14.8

Zac Schmitz, Lehman Catholic, 5-9, sr., 15.5

Second team

Justin Eilerman, New Bremen, 6-7, jr., 15.9

Kenneth Gaynor, Mid. Chrisitan, 6-5, sr., 22.4

Cody Latimer, Jefferson, 6-3, so., 15.8

J.P. McFarland, Southeastern, 6-5, jr., 14.6

Ryan Vanderhorst, New Knoxville, 6-3, jr., 11.6

Third team

Caleb Allen, New Knoxville; 6-0, sr., 10.5

Tyler Green, Tri-Village, 6-0, sr., 13.0

Adam Kremer, Ansonia, 6-8, sr., 16.1

Austin Mercer, Southeastern, 6-3, jr., 12.4

Ryan Newsome, Yellow Springs, 6-2, jr., 15.1

Girls TRACK AND FIELD PREVIEW

Miami Valley sprinter is primed for another run
Cromer, runner-up in last season's D-III 400 meters at state, returns with more confidence this season.

Elaina Cromer was out of gas by the start of her fourth state track and field meet preliminary race last spring.

Uh-oh.

"I had the chance to be at state, so why not take it?" said the Miami Valley School's junior speedster. "By then I had recovered somewhat; at least I was able to breathe normally. So, I could at least run a little bit.

"That showed me how far I can get and the potential that I do have. That's just given me some things to think about."

Cromer is among a deep and talented group of area girls track returnees who should make their marks once again in the season-ending showcase in Columbus.

Miami Valley sports have rarely been high profile, let alone competitive on a state level. But that all changed with the tutelage of track coach Mike Coleman last season.

Most of the Rams — all seven — excelled in middle school with Coleman as coach. And with the Bellbrook resident Cromer providing a top-end anchor and open presence, all delivered on the next level, too.

Cromer was nearly unbeatable at 400 meters, placing second in the Division III state meet (57.57 seconds). She added a sixth in the 100 (12.99).

That was easy. The hard part was four gruelling state prelims the day before. Briana Henry, Kathleen Norris and Keta Burke-Williams joined Cromer in the 400 relay. By the 200 preliminary, Cromer was spent.

"It was humid and mucky," she said. "That was the one I kind of got burned out for.

"As a new team, it was a new experience that we wanted to have fun with. That's how we went out and treated it, but at the same time we treated it seriously and were trying our best."

That best was a district title, the first for any sport at Miami Valley. Those four and sophomore Caitlin Pohl — the regional 300 hurdles champ — will be counted upon for more clutch performances. The team has since swelled to 10 girls and two boys.

The Rams still don't have a home track — they run around cones on their soccer field — and twice a week they train at Welcome Stadium.

No matter.

"All the work we've done will hopefully pay off," Cromer said. "We'll see."

State of success

Anna high jumper Laura Gehret is the only returning area state champion. The senior cleared 5 feet, 8¼ inches to win the D-III meet last spring.

Joining Cromer as area returning state runners-up are:

• Carly Hamilton, Springboro sophomore, second in the D-I 1,600 (4:57.20);

• Angela Klimkowski, Milton-Union senior, second in the D-II 1,600 (5:04.11);

• Catherine Crisler, Alter senior, second in the D-II 800 (2:16.61).

4-speed booster

Jessica Wilson, Janae Wilson, Brittany Austin and Alissa Noll are four fleet-footed reasons why Northmont should be tough to stay with in the sprints. They provide plenty of power through the 400. Together, they were nearly unbeatable in the 1,600 relay, placing fifth in the D-I state meet last season (3:58.64).

Xenia Christian Graduate Selected In WNBA Draft

Megan Frazee, a Senior Forward from Liberty University was selected with the 14th overall pick by the San Antonio Silver Stars in the WNBA draft on April 9th. Frazee is a 2005 graduate of Xenia Christian High School where she led the Ambassadors to a State Final 4 appearance. This season, she finished a great career at Liberty as she led the team with 19.8 ppg and 10 rpg. She was recognized as the Big South Player of the Year, Big South Championship MVP and the All-American Honorable Mention team. Congratulations to Megan on her accomplishments and the best of luck as she moves on to the WNBA.

- Nate Baker, XC Athletic Director

Miranda Alsept All-Journal 1st team

Miranda Alsept Middletown Christian has been selected for the All-Journal 1st team. Congratulations Miranda.

Final 2008-'09 Middletown-Area Wrestling Honor Roll

103 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Cody Hall, PS, 11 17-3

Jordan Imhoff, MID, 9 16-8 7

Eddie Noble, LEB, 9 19-16 8

112 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Jordan Puska, EDG, 9 31-3 8

Aaron Thoman, SPG, 11 30-8

Seth Gilbert, LEB, 9 30-12 10

Vince Boyer, CAR, 10 24-10

Brendon Sexton, FRK, 9 24-12 13

119 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Nick McSorley, EDG, 11 37-4 9

Cory Anthony, CAR, 12 29-7

Josh D'Urso, SPG, 11 27-11

Treg Logsdon, LEB, 10 13-13 5

125 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Cody Shivener, SPG, 11 38-7

Ty Fisher, CAR, 11 34-11

Jon Wilson, VV, 12 24-9

130 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Tyler Riegel, SPG, 11 38-7

Steve Isaacs, VV, 11 30-9

Shay Lenos, EDG, 10 20-15 6

Tyler Boschert, CAR, 11 19-16

135 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Michael Land, VV, 11 25-6

Andrew Globke, MID, 9 28-11 6

Christian McGlaughlin, CAR, 10 31-14

Anthony Kitchen, FRK 14-8 4

140 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Jake Eby, VV, 12 27-8

Desmond Hall, MID, 11 15-10 8

145 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Tyler Monesmith, PS, 12 29-6

Cody Washington, CAR, 12 36-8

Tyler Stines, LEB, 12 28-10 8

Adam Moore, EDG 15-9 9

Austin Reece, MID 12-9 7

Trey Smith, VV, 12 16-13

Matt Freed, SPG, 11 16-13

152 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Eric Hildenbrand, FRK, 11 36-6 14

Zach Zehler, EDG, 12 19-4 10

Colt McGinnis, VV, 12 27-10

Billy Malicote, MID 11-7 6

Dusty Laughlin, CAR, 10 17-13

160 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Brandon Walker, SPG, 9 34-7

Christian Estes, EDG, 9 25-8 15

Jon Gross, FRK, 11 17-10 6

171 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

David Wheeler, MCS, 12 16-8 11

Taylor Franz, SPG, 11 21-11

189 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

And. Borgstrom, MID, 12 40-5 17

Zach McKnight, CAR, 12 36-7

David Day, VV, 11 32-8

Rob Childers, MON, 12 30-9 18

Marty Austing, FEN, 10 25-16 16

Casey Woolums, EDG 14-8 5

Tyler Adams, LEB, 12 21-13 8

215 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Thomas Hale, PS, 12 22-7

Joe Gerard, MCS, 11 18-6 16

Ryan Jackson, SPG, 10 20-12

Shawn Focht, VV, 11 19-15

285 POUNDS

Wrestler, Team, Grade Rec. Pins

Tom Lauer, FEN, 11 36-9 16

Tyler Jewell, CAR, 11 30-9

Bryan Day, VV, 9 28-9

Zach Bush, MON, 12 21-7 14

(Wrestlers with a minimum of 18 varsity decisions are ranked by winning percentage of .500 or above. Counting forfeits as victories is left to the coach's discretion.)

Three locals on D3-D4 All-Ohio teams

COLUMBUS — Carlisle senior Kyle England, Middletown Christian senior Kenneth Gaynor and Madison junior Mark Maloney all earned All-Ohio recognition Tuesday, March 24, according to The Associated Press.

England, who averaged 20 points per game, earned special mention in Division III, while Maloney (14.5 ppg) made honorable mention in Division III, as did Gaynor (22.9 ppg) in Division IV.

Dan Hickman, of Casstown Miami East, and Smithville's Kenny Kornowski shared the Player of the Year award in Division III.

And the same deadlock occurred in Division IV, where Malvern's Tyler Tucci and William Felder of Cleveland Heights Lutheran East each won a piece of the award.

The coaches of the year in Division III are Smithville's Michael Snowbarger and Kevin Noch of Cleveland Central Catholic. Noch's club will join Piketon, Dayton Christian and Defiance Tinora at this week's state tournament final four.

Coaches of the year in the small-school division are Newark Catholic's Drew Meister, Norm Persin of Oak Hill and Lutheran East's Roger McClinton.

The selections were based on the recommendations of a state media panel.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the Dayton Christian Basketball team and Coach Chip James. What a great year.

Dayton Christian falls in D-III state semifinal

COLUMBUS — Reserve Treg Lymanstall hit the go-ahead bucket with 1:30 left and later added four clinching free throws as Defiance Tinora beat Dayton Christian 43-38 Thursday in a Division III state semifinal at Value City Arena.

Aaron Deister came off the bench for 15 points for the Warriors.

The Warriors led most of the game, but Tinora was able to pull it out despite hitting 34 percent of its shots from the field.

The Rams came into the state's final four permitting just 38.4 points per game. It was their defense more than anything which allowed them to pull out the win at the finish. Dayton Christian scored just five points in the final quarter — two coming on a layup in the final seconds after the outcome had already been decided.

The Rams limited the Warriors to five points over the last 8:19, over which time they hit just 2-of-10 shots from the field.

Dayton Christian led by as many as six points in an evenly matched first half before settling for a 20-18 lead at the break.

Tinora took its only lead on Gerken's follow at the 3:30 mark of the second but Aaron Deister countered with a 3 for the Warriors. Two subsequent baskets by Serenius helped the Warriors start the second half with an advantage.

Neither team had much of an advantage throughout the third and fourth quarters until Lymanstall's late points.

It was a sad ending to an otherwise glittering year for Dayton Christian, under the guidance of first-year coach Chip James.

Dayton Christian, Tinora loaded with experience

Who: Dayton Christian (22-4) vs. Defiance Tinora (22-3).

When: 8:30 p.m. today, March 26.

Where: Schottenstein Center, Columbus

Live streaming video: OhioHSsports.com.

Scouting report: DC has a three-guard offense that features Aaron Deister, Nathan Serenius and Casey Weber, but the inside duo of Kenny Florkey and Aaron Bryant is a strength.

The Warriors have won 13 of 14, including eight in a row. Their only losses are against Jefferson (twice), Martinsburg, W.Va., and Thurgood Marshall.

Tinora, like DC, starts five seniors. Treg Lymanstall scored 15 points as the Rams defeated Coldwater 60-53 for their first regional title. The Rams are disciplined and well-balanced. They do not have a player averaging double figures in scoring.

Key stat: Tinora's defense holds opponents to 38.4 points per game.

Noteworthy: Defiance is the hometown of 2006 Indianapolis 500 winner and current NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Sam Hornish Jr., and the birthplace of Don Miller, a member of the legendary Four Horsemen backfield of Notre Dame in the 1920s.

Quote: "I don't think I've slept for a minute just thinking about how we're about to play a team that holds teams under 40 (points). It's really unbelievable. It's a credit to their team." — Dayton Christian coach Chip James.

Hard work gives Warriors toughness

COLUMBUS — When Chip James accepted the job as Dayton Christian's head basketball coach last spring, he took over a talented squad loaded with eight seniors. The only missing ingredient — toughness.

Welcome to the weight room, guys.

"I thought when we got into the tournament, we had a chance at state because we had really improved, especially on defense," senior guard Nathan Serenius said. "We had everyone back from last year when we were good on offense. But we lacked toughness on defense. Coach James has given us that toughness."

"Coach James came in last summer and told us we had the potential to get to state, but we would have to get a lot stronger and a lot more physical," senior guard Aaron Deister added. "He really worked us hard on conditioning and lifting. Even during the season, we lift and run. It's really paid off."

The Warriors get to show off that toughness today at 8:30 p.m. when they face Defiance Tinora in the Division III semifinals of the boys state tournament.

There's no quit in DC's Weber

Senior who was cut last season has blossomed into the team's 'X-factor.'— Casey Weber knows the heartbreak of getting cut.

Fortunately for the Dayton Christian High School basketball team, he doesn't know the definition of "quit." The word isn't in his vocabulary.

The 6-foot senior guard is the Warriors' feel-good story this season — a big reason why they're competing in the 87th boys state basketball tournament.

Without Weber, the Warriors (22-4) likely wouldn't be facing Defiance Tinora (22-3) in a Division III state semifinal game at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, at the Schottenstein Center on the Ohio State University campus.

Weber has blossomed under first-year DC coach Chip James.

"I was disappointed, but I wasn't discouraged when I got cut last season," Weber said. "I went to team camp (at Cedarville University) over the summer and did pretty good. Coach James said he wanted me to come out and told me I had a chance to start. I just had to work hard."

Weber, who doubles as a soccer star, suffered a severe ankle sprain late in the fall, and it took him time to get healthy, confident and comfortable.

His breakout game (10 points, four rebounds, four steals) came in his first start — a 68-40 defeat of Xenia Christian on Jan. 30.

Since then, Weber has averaged 10.6 points and hit 56.6 percent (34-for-60) of his 3-point attempts. The Warriors have won 13 of 14 games, including eight straight since a 64-61 loss to Thurgood Marshall on Feb. 10.

From getting cut to firing in a 90-foot shot against Arcanum that made ESPN's "SportsCenter" highlights, Weber is DC's comeback kid and renaissance man.

"Casey is an incredible story," James said. "We knew he had the potential to be a great athlete for us and a really good scorer as well. He had some good moments early in the season, but had trouble finding consistency in our system.

"Since late January, his numbers have been tremendous. He's really an X-factor for this team and a big key to our tournament success."

Dayton Christian finds home in final four

DAYTON — Dayton Christian High School boys basketball coach Chip James is living the dream.

He has his dream job, coaching his dream team, at his dream school.

Just one problem: DC is believed to be the only school in the Dayton area that does not have its own gym.

The Warriors (22-4) face Defiance Tinora (22-3) in a Division III state semifinal at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, in Columbus.

"I'm sitting here thinking our kids do not have their own gym and they've made it to the state final four," James said. "It's really a credit to them to come in and work every day and not complain about what they don't have."

Dayton Christian, located in Miami Twp., practices eight miles away at Far Hills Community Church near Centerville. The road warriors play their home games 11 miles away at Kettering Middle School.

"We can't just have a spur-of-the-moment Saturday shoot-around," James said. "We have to have everything scheduled so far in advance, and we can't do anything on weekends because of their services.

"It creates obstacles, especially with our kids living all over the Dayton area. You've got kids traveling 25 minutes just to go to practice whereas most kids go from their homeroom down the hallway into the gym"

All that driving is dangerous, especially for teenagers.

"We've had three kids get in accidents this year," James said. "Luckily, none of them were seriously injured. Trust me, as a coach, if it's a dark, rainy night after practice, or if it's a snowy day, I'm on pins and needles because I've got 12 kids who are going to be driving."

DC is launching a fundraising campaign. Could its state tourney appearance trigger a new gym?

"I sure hope so," James said. "Obviously, in this economy, it's a very difficult time to do stuff like that. I'm hoping to use this as some leverage to really springboard into a great fundraising campaign."

DAYTON CHRISTIAN WARRIORS

Where they're from (years

in the DC school system)

Dayton: Brandon Davis (12), Chris Fletcher (4), Julian Harris (10), Casey Weber (12).

Springboro: Aaron Bryant (2), Nathan

Serenius (4), Michael Serenius (4).

Beavercreek: Aaron Deister (12).

Centerville: Peter Conover (12).

Huber Heights: Kenny Florkey (12).

Lebanon: Jay Allen (5).

Trotwood: Jordan Dow (4).

DC state-bound

In a regional final not short of high-drama, Dayton Christian edged Miami East 49-48 in a D-III regional final. Thanks to two clutch free throws by Nathan Serenius with 1.3 seconds to go, resurgent DC is Columbus-bound for the first time since 1997.

Miami East's Tyler Dunivan was fouled with sixth-tenths of a second remaining. He converted his first free throw, but the second one that would have sent the game into overtime, bounced off the back of the rim. The net-cutting began for the Warriors. Aaron Deister sparked 22-4 DC with 16 points while Dan Hickman led Miami East with 14.

Warriors' tourney run continues

Missed free throw by Miami East sends DC to state for 1st time since 1997.

WILMINGTON — It was one of the most important bounces in Dayton Christian boys high school basketball history.

A missed Miami East free throw with 0.6 seconds remaining allowed the Warriors to continue their improbable season with 49-48 win in the Division III regional final before an overflow crowd of 3,500 at Wilmington College's Fred Raizk Arena Saturday, March 21.

Next stop for 22-4 DC is the state semifinals vs. Defiance Tinora, a 60-53 winner over Coldwater, at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26 at Ohio State's Value City Arena.

DC's last trip to state was in 1997. Between appearances in Columbus there was a dark chapter in which the school was found guilty in a recruiting scandal by the Ohio High School Athletic Association.

"This win chases away all the ghosts of that time," said first-year coach Chip James. "This is a new chapter in our basketball history. Most of these kids have been in our system since the first grade.

"It's a great win for us but I really feel badly for the Miami East kid. He had a chance to put the game into overtime but the ball bounced off the back of the rim. Tough, tough way to lose."

The drama unfolded in the final 1.3 seconds.

The score was tied at 47 after East's Dan Hickman hit a jumper with 48 seconds left.

DC ran the clock down to 11.1 seconds and called time out setting up a play for Nathan Serenius to take the ball to the hole.

Serenius made his move, going across the lane with three seconds left and was fouled by Hickman.

He bottomed out both shots for a 49-47 lead with 1.3 seconds left

East inbounded the ball with Aaron Mitchell, throwing a pass to half-court. East's Tyler Dunivan and DC's Aaron Deister went for the ball like a wide receiver and defensive back. Deister was called for the foul with 0.6 seconds left.

Dunivan went to the line and got nothing but net on the first shot. The second one hit the back of the rim, went high in the air and bounced out. Deister led DC with 16 points.

Dayton Christian routs Bloom-Carroll

WILMINGTON — If there were any doubts that Dayton Christian is for real, they were erased Wednesday night, March 18.

The Warriors dominated Bloom-Carroll in every phase of the game during a 67-42 win in the Division III boys high school basketball regional semifinals at Wilmington College.

They take a 21-4 record into the regional championship game against Miami East (23-1) at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at Wilmington College with a trip to state on the line.

East, No. 4 in the final state rating, escaped with a 46-44 win over No. 3 Anna.

"I'm sure there were some questions about us because of the (Metro Buckeye) conference we play in," said D.C. senior Aaron Deister. "But I think we proved tonight we can play."

Deister led the Warriors with 15 points, while Nathan Serenius added 13. Casey Weber and Kenny Florkey had 12 each.

Bloom-Carroll (14-11), located 30 miles south of Columbus, could not guard D.C. one-on-one and was outrebounded, 40-17.

"I'll take the underdog role we have because we're not ranked and not a lot of people respect us," said D.C. first year coach Chip James.

Miami East 46, Anna 44: Dan Hickman's two free throws with 19 seconds left moved the Vikings into the regional final. Hickman scored 26 points.

East in-bounded the ball when Anna's Derek Billing attempted a steal. He hit part of Hickman's hand and was called for the foul.

"I just imaged I was at the park shooting free throws with no one around me," said Hickman.

Casey Weber's legend just keeps growing.

Warriors challenge LeBron to full-court shot contest

The Dayton Christian High School senior guard — who nailed a 90-foot shot against Arcanum and followed it with an 80-foot swish in practice three days later — has attracted the interest of sports television giant ESPN.

Now Weber and his teammates are attempting to pique the curiosity — and draw the attention — of Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James.

Weber's double dose of magic was shown on ESPN's "SportsCenter" late Tuesday night, March 10. The Warriors squad also was filmed issuing a challenge.

"Hey, LeBron, anytime, anyplace," the team said in unison.

ESPN sent Cincinnati-based reporter Bob Holtzman and a videographer to Dayton Christian's practice on Wednesday for a feature story that will air Sunday. The Warriors face Versailles in a Division III district final at 5:30 p.m. today at UD Arena.

"It's been great," DC coach Chip James said about the national attention generated by Weber's long shot. "The kids absolutely love it. They can't believe they're seeing their best friend — and actually seeing themselves — on "SportsCenter," which is everybody's favorite show on our team.

"But at the same time, it's been a little bit of a challenge because we've got our biggest game of the year yet coming up (today). We want to make sure our focus is on Versailles and not ESPN."

LeBron James made a full-court shot in practice during the 2007 NBA playoffs, and also banked in an 80-footer against the Boston Celtics.

"ESPN has used LeBron's highlights like crazy for their playoff stuff," DC's coach said. "So basically, we're saying, 'Hey, you want to challenge Casey to a full-court shooting contest? We'll do it up there (Cleveland). We'll do it down here (Dayton). We'll do it anywhere you want.' "

The challenge?

"If LeBron makes one before Casey, we'll buy LeBron lunch at Chipotle," Chip James said. "And if Casey makes it before LeBron does, LeBron has to buy us a Chipotle — the entire restaurant — and we can eat there anytime we want. That's the equivalent, wallet-wise: We'll buy him a burrito or he can buy us the entire Chipotle and we can have it to ourselves."

All-District first teams

Dan Hickman (22 points per game) of Miami East is the D-III player of the year. Joining him on the D-III first team are Aaron Deister, of Dayton Christian; Kyle England, of Carlisle; Derek Billing, of Anna; and Waynesville's Travis Williams.

D-IV area first-teamers are Adriean Payne, of Jefferson; Zac Schmitz, of Lehman Catholic; and J.P. McFarland, of Southeastern.

High school football officially begins Aug. 3

It's never too early to talk football.

The OHSAA has designated Monday, Aug. 3 as the start of statewide football practice. No contact will be allowed until the sixth day of practice, the following Saturday.

Lockland stuns Jefferson in D-IV district final

DAYTON — The Jefferson Broncos envisioned a trip to Columbus for the state tournament. Instead, they got ambushed.

The Lockland Panthers silenced Jefferson's 6-foot-10 Adreian Payne and shocked the Broncos 63-61 for a Division IV district championship at UD Arena on Friday night.

Burly 6-foot senior guard Jordan Smith poured in 22 points, Ricardo Maxwell added 15 and Frankie Young 10 as Lockland (16-7) captured its fifth straight district title.

Sophomore forward Cody Latimer led the Broncos (19-5) with 16 points and eight rebounds, and guard Dwayne Sanders added 15 points. But Payne was limited to nine points and seven rebounds as Jefferson struggled to find holes in the Panthers' 1-2-2 half-court zone.

"Our game plan was to go right at Payne's chest," Lockland coach Steve Gentry said. "He was either going to block the shot, foul or we were going to score."

Lockland's defense pushed Payne away from the basket and the Panthers made a living driving to the basket. Jefferson got whistled for 17 fouls and Lockland hit 13 of 21 free throws, while the Broncos were 4 of 6 at the line and missed their only free throw attempt of the second half.

Trailing 61-59 coming off a timeout with 0:33 remaining, Jefferson's Micheal Butler threw an errant pass that Young intercepted and turned into a layup for a four-point spread. Latimer's stick-back at the buzzer wasn't enough.

Dayton Christian wins D-III district title

DAYTON — The Dayton Christian high school boys basketball team didn't need any 90-foot shots — or even LeBron James — this time.

The Warriors, making their first district final appearance since 2001, jumped on Versailles early and kept them down for a 65-51 win at the University of Dayton Arena on Thursday, March 12.

The Warriors (20-4) entered the tournament on an 0-for-8 skid starting with that district final loss in 2001. Now they've rattled off four straight wins to reach the Division III regional semifinals 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, at Wilmington College against either Columbus Bishop Hartley or Bloom-Carroll.

"A lot of them grew up watching those old Dayton Christian teams with Romain Sato," said DC coach Chip James. "They've always dreamed about cutting down the nets at UD Arena."

These are indeed lofty times for the Warriors, who have become tournament celebrities after Casey Weber's 90-foot shot in the sectional finals. The clip has become a YouTube favorite, caught the attention of ESPN and prompted the Warriors to challenge Cleveland Cavaliers superstar James to a long-range shoot out.

Chip James — who didn't take a turn cutting down the net — hopes to see the Crusaders keep climbing, even if it means he has to get on that ladder.

"My kids were so excited they were chopping it down there wasn't much left by the end," James said. "I'm fine with that. I don't like heights."

Jefferson's Latimer getting attention from scouts

Remember the name — Cody "Lights Out" Latimer.

Jefferson's shooting star is on a scoring, rebounding and dunking rampage for the Broncos. And he's only a sophomore.

College scouts who come to see Jefferson's 6-foot-10 senior Adreian Payne are taking notice of Latimer.

The 6-4 leaper is the son of the late Colby D. Latimer, a linebacker at Bowling Green State University from Dunbar High School, where he was a football, basketball and track star. Colby died on April 15, 2005, after a 10-month battle with cancer. He was 38.

"Cody's a big help to our team," Payne said. "He takes a lot of pressure off me because he helps me rebound. He works hard in the weight room. He's young and I try to help him out. He's going to be a great player."

Troy Christian wrestler shows grit

Troy Christian wrestler Jordan Thome is the ultimate Eagle.

The ankle he shattered in the district semifinals should've been in a cast. Instead, he competed in the state meet and won a first-round match for two team points.

The Eagles captured their third straight Division III team title by one point.

Troy Christian Wins Third Straight Title

Troy Christian grabbed its third straight title, but made it exciting.

Senior Zach Toal had to not only claim his third state title, but he had to win the 160 title by a major decision. Toal came through with a 15-5 win, and the Eagles – with the help of titles from Zac Hancock (140) and Chris Burns (145) — held off Monroeville 113-112 in the end.

"When everything is on the line, he is the guy I want stepping up on the mat," Troy Christian coach Steve Goudy said. "Zach knew what we had to do, and he got it done for us."

Aaron Deister Movin' on up

Senior guard Aaron Deister needs 17 points to move into second place on the Dayton Christian boys basketball scoring list. David Dees (2000-03) tops the chart with 1,350, followed by Sean Kirkland (1987-90) at 1,270 and Deister (2006-09) at 1,254.

Jefferson 55, Franklin-Monroe 21:

A strong defensive effort led the Broncos (18-4) over the Jets (13-9) in this D-IV sectional final. Cody Latimer paced Jefferson with 17 points and Jared Nolan added 10. Jefferson will play the Lockland/Cincinnati Country Day winner at 7:15 p.m. on Friday at UD Arena.

Area H.S. boys basketball highlights for March 4

Dayton Christian 74, East Clinton 51: The Warriors' (18-4) strong defensive effort helped them beat the Astros in this D-III sectional. Dayton Christian grabbed 17 steals in the win. Casey Weber paced the Warriors with 16 points. Dayton Christian will play Arcanum at 9:30 p.m. Friday at UD Arena.

Yellow Springs 55, Bethel 50: The Bulldogs (13-9) held off the Bees (13-9) in the fourth quarter in this D-IV sectional. Ryan Newsome and Kevin Sikes-Gilbert both scored 10 points to lead Yellow Springs, which will play Southeastern at 8:30 p.m. Friday at Vandalia Butler.

Springfield Y swim team has strong showing at state

Geer wins two titles, and Kenton Ridge's Funk places second and third in Canton.
Sunday, March 01, 2009

CANTON — The Springfield YMCA swim team made the state meet its own this weekend.

In addition to Catholic Central senior Patrick McHugh's state championship in the 100 backstroke on Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Branin Natatorium, the SPY team got two state titles from Fairbanks senior Margo Geer and two top-three finishes from Kenton Ridge senior Lauren Funk.

"It says a lot," Funk said. "Once people find out we all swim SPY, it's going to get our name out there. People are going to want to come join."

"We've got some freshmen coming up, some young swimmers," Catholic Central coach Steve Neely said. "I think it's going to continue for a number of years."

Geer won the 50-yard freestyle in Division II in 22.58 seconds and the 200 free in 49.39. She finished her high school career with six state titles.

Funk finished second to Geer in the 50 in 23.86 and third in the 200 (52.60). Katie Joseph of McDonald beat her by .13 seconds in the 200.

"I would have liked to have gotten second in both," Funk said, "but third's OK."

The future Ohio University swimmer Funk made it to state three times in her career.

"I got really emotional after my 50," she said. "After my 100, it wasn't too bad until I was walking out of the building. It was pretty sad, but it's OK."

Here are the complete area results from Saturday:

• Drew Keriazes of Springfield finished 14th in the 100 breaststroke (1:00.04) in Division I.

• The Catholic Central boys 200 medley relay team of Patrick McHugh, Pat Greitzer, Stewart Collins and Eric Samuelson placed ninth (1:40.96).

• Greitzer finished ninth in the 100 breaststroke (1:00.26).

• The Central girls 200 medley relay team of Maureen Day, Liz Samuelson, Stella Petroff and Allison Lohnes placed 14th (1:58.81).

• Lohnes took 11th in the 100 backstroke (1:01.13).

• Erica Chick of Yellow Springs finished fourth in the 200 free (1:55.39) and seventh in the 500 free (5:11.44).

• Elizabeth Malone of Yellow Springs placed fifth in the 100 butterfly (59.35) and 11th in the 200 individual medley (2:13.79).

This was the first year the boys meet was split into two divisions. The Hunting Valley University School boys and the Gates Mills Hawken girls won the D-II team titles.

Upper Arlington rolled to its fifth straight D-I girls title, while Cincinnati St. Xavier was back in its familiar surroundings atop the boys standings.

YS freshman duo ready for state swim meet

Malone, Chick each qualified to state in two events, excited to swim on big stage.

YELLOW SPRINGS — While top area seniors like Kenton Ridge's Lauren Funk, Catholic Central's Patrick McHugh and Springfield's Drew Keriazes are facing their last hurrah at this weekend's state swimming meet in Canton, some swimmers are just stepping onto the big stage for the first time.

Leading the charge of local first-timers are a pair of freshmen from Yellow Springs High School, Erika Chick and Elizabeth Malone.

Each has a district championship and the third-fastest time in the state in their specialty events — Chick in the 200 freestyle and Malone in the 100 butterfly. Each qualified in a second event — Chick in the 500 free (fourth-fastest time in the state) and Malone in the 200 individual medley (ninth-fastest time). For sure, each has a bright future.

"They've been dedicated swimmers since they were very, very young," Bulldogs coach Julie Moore said. "The thing about these kids, when they are working out, you see how dedicated and serious they are. Sometimes you forget that they are kids until they get out of the water."

Chick can't wait.

"I'm excited," she said. "It's kind of a new thing for me. I've been to a lot of big age-group meets, but nothing like this.

"I've been swimming since I was 6," she continued. "I joined the Dayton Raiders when I was 7, and they have made me the athlete I am now."

Malone swam with Chick and the Raiders until this past year, when she switched to the Springfield YMCA team. Now with the Bulldogs, they are teammates again.

Malone has some state meet experience — as a spectator.

"Both of my sisters went to (the state meet), so I've watched it," she said. "But don't know what it's really like to swim in it."

Moore says the two girls have revitalized her program.

"It's been awhile since Yellow Springs has taken anyone to state, probably at least 10 years" Moore said. "Their futures are bright. The chances of them getting some state championships is pretty good."

Troy Chistian rolls to district title

TC's team effort also includes five individual titles.
Sunday, March 01, 2009

Cody Rodgers, of Mechanisburg, wrestles Kyle Keplinger of Troy Christian at 171 lbs. during the Division III district wrestling championships at Trent Arena in Kettering on Saturday, Feb. 28.
KETTERING — The wrestling season has not gone as planned for Troy Christian 145-pounder Chris Burns.

He suffered an early ankle injury and entered the Fairmont Division III district championships with just 21 matches.

However, there was Burns on the top of the podium Saturday, Feb. 28, at Trent Arena.

Burns (23-2), used a five-point move in the second period to get to within one in the finals against Covington's Andrew DeHart before recording the winning points on a late reversal.

"I thought I was going to be out for the season, but the Lord has been good to us," Burns said.

Teammate Pawlos Campbell battled for a 6-5 win in his 125 final against Blanchester's Alex Panno on a reversal with just seven ticks left. Campbell (21-10), also missed a lot of time with a broken right thumb.

"This is a lot more rewarding," Campbell said. "It is sweeter to push through the hard parts and win a district title."

In all, the Eagles got five titles, including Jordan Hancock (119), Zac Hancock (140) and Zach Toal (160). TC also won the team title with 217.5 points to outdistance Mechanicsburg by 56.5 points.

• Greeneview senior 103 pounder E.J. Mowen will get a chance to experience his first state tourney.

Mowen made quick work of Waynesville freshman Cody Steiner to claim his first district title.

"This is everything I have been working for my entire career," Mowen said.

• Northridge's Kyle Lingg became a rare Polar Bears state qualifier with a third-place finish at 160. Dixie will send Dustin Chatterton (145) and Ethan Hayes (215).

Hayes took the long way to Columbus, winning three consolation matches. Hayes got a second shot at Mechanicsburg's Josh Salyers, winning 8-6 OT win in the consolation finals.

"To come back and get him feels great," Hayes said. "Coming back through, if you choke once, you are out."

The state tournament begins Thursday, March 5, at Ohio State's Schottenstein Center.

Balanced offense powers Eagles

Five players score in double figures as Middletown Christian wins tourney opener.

Friday, February 27, 2009

LOVELAND — The Middletown Christian High School boys basketball team used its offense to build a lead and its defense to sustain it in a Division IV sectional tournament opener against Cincinnati Christian.

The Eagles hit five of their first six shots from the floor to build an 11-point lead after one quarter, and that's exactly how things finished as MCS scored a 74-63 victory Thursday, Feb. 26, at Loveland.

The win moves the sixth-seeded Eagles (14-7) into a second-round game against No. 4 Summit Country Day on Monday. No. 5 CCS ended its season at 10-11.

"Usually when we get a big early lead like that, we tend to let the other team come back," said MCS senior Kenneth Gaynor, who recorded a double-double with game-highs of 24 points and 12 rebounds. "Tonight we wanted to focus on defense, boxing out and not letting them come back by playing team ball."

And nothing says "team ball" like five players in double figures. In addition to Gaynor, William Green scored 15 points, followed by Nate Cox (12), Timothy Knorr (10) and Josiah Schillinger (10).

"They just shot out of their minds in that first quarter," CCS senior David Mann said of the Eagles, who hit 64 percent (9-of-14) in the frame and 51 percent (24-of-57) for the game.

"It seemed like everything they threw up went in," Mann continued. "We were closing out and getting a hand in their face, and they were still knocking them down."

Mann scored 13 points and was one of three senior Cougars to finish in double figures in their final prep game. Nate Brunsman tallied a team-high 14, and Daniel Brandts tossed in 11.

CCS got as close as 52-49 in the fourth quarter, but MCS forced 13 second-half turnovers and hit 13-of-17 free throws in the final two minutes to put the game away.

"I was proud of our guys because they just kept fighting and fighting and fighting whenever Cincinnati Christian would cut it to three or five there in the second half," MCS coach Eric Gwinn said. "Our focus was on defense all week, and I thought we did a great job of playing possession by possession."

Brothers look to wrestle way to state

Wheelers already made MCS history as first individuals to qualify for district.

Friday, February 27, 2009

FRANKLIN TWP. — This is a once in a lifetime chance for two Middletown Christian School brothers.

Senior David Wheeler and his freshman brother, Blake, will begin competition in the Division III district wrestling meet today, Feb. 27 at Trent Arena in Kettering.

This year is the first time they've been on the same team together. They both played football for the Eagles in the fall, and now will be in each other's corner at the district tournament.

David Wheeler finished as the runner-up at 171 pounds in last week's sectional meet, while Blake (135) placed fourth to advance to the district meet.

It's also the first time a freshman wrestler from MCS has advanced to the district meet.

"Both these guys are great character kids," said first-year coach Ryan Dalton, a Valley View product who made it to the D-II district meet himself as a senior in 2007.

Dalton described the brothers as having a typical sibling "love-hate" relationship in practice.

"They like to beat up each other, but they are there for each other, too," Dalton said.

David, who will be going to Trinity College near Chicago to play football, said wrestling has brought him and his younger brother closer together.

"When (my older brother) Garrett went off to college, I think me and Blake became a lot closer," said David Wheeler, who is 15-6 this year. "Garrett and I were closer in age (two years), but I know what Blake is going through because I was always trying to see if I could outdo Garrett in everything.

"It's awesome that this is happening for us this year," he continued. "My goal all year has been to make it to state. I made districts last year, but lost two straight matches. That frustrated me because I was winning both of those matches. I came in this year with more desire, and I just want to wrestle my hardest so I can make it to state. I've got nothing to lose."

Blake Wheeler (9-8) feels he has nothing to lose either, and everything to gain.

"I'm excited," Blake Wheeler said. "... It's great to be going with David, but I wish a couple more of our teammates were going, too."

Blake Wheeler actually has been wrestling longer than his older brother. He attended Middletown Christian practices while in the sixth grade when his father, John Wheeler, was the MCS coach.

David Wheeler just began wrestling as a sophomore.

"Both these guys have shown so much improvement this year," Dalton said. "What I've noticed most is their conditioning level. Instead of trying to get a pin quickly, they've been mentally and physically ready to go a full six minutes to get a win.

"This is a tough district," he continued. "They both have tough first-round matches they have to be ready for. I'm very proud of both of them."

Area H.S. boys basketball highlights for March 1

Jefferson 57, Emmanuel Christian 40: Jared Nolan tallied 18 points and Cody Latimer added 13 to lead the Broncos in the D-IV sectional matchup at Vandalia. Jefferson meets Franklin-Monroe on Friday at Vandalia in a sectional final.

Riverside 63, Troy Christian 61, 2OT: The Pirates (11-9) edged the Eagles (6-15) in the D-IV sectional.

Justin Moritz led Troy Christian with 16 points including four 3-point baskets and Benjamin Bucher added 12.

Yellow Springs 55, Tri-Village 49: The Bulldogs (12-9) used a fourth-quarter rally to defeat the Patriots (14-7) in this D-IV sectional game. Four Yellow Springs players, led by Ryan Newsome with 12 points, reached double figures.

Drew Moore scored 15 points for Tri-Village. Yellow Springs will play Bethel on Tuesday at Vandalia.

Final 'DDN' boys basketball ratings

DIVISION III

1. Anna (18-2): Rockets lost only to unbeaten New Knoxville and two-loss Lehman Catholic by a total of seven points.

2. Miami East (19-1): If coach Allen Mack isn't mayor of Casstown yet, he should be.

3. St. Henry (17-2): All the Redskins have to do is beat New Knoxville in Friday's dramatic regular-season Midwest Athletic Conference final and this poll will be revised.

4. Dayton Christian (16-4): It's official, first-year coach Chip Glass has lifted the Warriors back to respectability.

5. Waynesville (15-5): Tough stuff, the SWBL. Spartans have Buckeye title to prove it.

DIVISION IV

1. New Knoxville (19-0): Defending state champ, state poll champ and small-ball at its finest, any era.

2. Jefferson (16-4): Broncos still provide plenty of hoo-rah for the community.

Metro Buckeye Conference Voting Results

The Metro Buckeye Conference Coaches met Saturday February 21 at Xenia Christian High School to vote on First and Second Team, Athletic of the Year and the Coach of the year. The results of this voting can be viewed under the All Conference Tab.

In addition to these awards the coaches voted to give Jessica Keller from Yellow Springs and Kevin Sikes-Gilbert from Yellow Springs the Coaches Award.

Sportmanship Awards go to:

Boys Basketball
Corey Roe - Miami Valley
Raphael Allen - Yellow Springs
Steven Robinson - Jefferson
Drew Longnecker - Troy Christian
Nate Demana - Xenia Christian
Aaron Bryant - Dayton Christian
Tim Knorr - Middletown Christian

Girls Basketball
Johanna Potter - Troy Christian
Katie Stout - Xenia Christian
Myeshea Johnson - Dayton Christian
Erica Shaver - Miami Valley School
Karla Yanes Middletown Christian
Trevionne Sorrals-Johnson - Jefferson
Alex Beer - Yellow Springs

Miami Valley School 47, Miami Valley Christian 24:

Miami Valley School 47, Miami Valley Christian 24: Sophomore forward Kailey Ketterer scored 20 points to lead the Rams to a Division IV sectional win at Monroe High School.

Shelby Carpenter, a freshman point guard, aided in the win by scoring nine points, grabbing five rebounds and dishing out six assists.

The Rams (17-4) will face Williamsburg in the second round Wednesday night.

Eagles give scare to No. 2 seed

MONROE — Middletown Christian gave it all they had, but it just wasn't enough to upset the No. 2 seed South Charleston Southeastern squad Monday night, Feb. 16.

The Eagles (10-11) put up a heck of a fight, forcing 18 first-half turnovers (29 overall) unofficially and keeping Southeastern within striking distance of their Division IV sectional tournament opener at Monroe High School, but the tournament savvy Trojans used a 12-3 run over the first six minutes of the third period to stretch their lead to double digits en route to a 67-50 win.

"I told our girls (before the game) that the seed doesn't matter," said first-year MCS coach Jen Horner, whose team was the No. 11 seed. "We knew we were better than the 11th seed. We prepared for them by trying to stop the inside game. If we could do that, we knew we had a chance to win."

MCS didn't do much of that in the first half as 6-foot-2 senior Amanda Harvey had 12 of her 16 points in the first half for Southeastern, many of them coming on second-chance shots. Yet the Eagles still had that chance.

It was that 12-3 run to start the third quarter that did in MCS.

Southeastern coach Jim Lightle said his Trojans were fortunate to escape with a win.

"They rattled us," Lightle said of the Eagles "swarming" defense. "We knew they were quicker than us, and we're going to need to handle that better if we want to go farther in the tournament."

Southeastern (17-4) seemingly had things under control early in the first quarter by building a 15-2 lead, but the scrappy Eagles did not back down.

With 3 minutes, 57 seconds to go in the opening frame, MCS' Serenity Hargrove hit a short jumper, which sparked the Eagles on a 13-2 run and pulled them within two points before the Trojans Amber Rice drained a 3-pointer to end the period.

MCS got within one point (26-25) with 4:36 to go before halftime, but Southeastern put up 10 straight points to pull ahead by nine at the break.

"This team never quits," Horner said. "They played hard and I'm very proud of them."

Jenna Erwin had a game-high 18 points for Southeastern.

Miranda Alsept led the Eagles with 15 points, followed by Paige Huntsberger with 12 and Serenity Hargrove with 10.

"When I see us play like we did in the first half, I get so excited because I know they are fulfilling their potential," Horner said. "I just need to get them to do that for four quarters."

The Jefferson Broncos, top seeds in Division IV, are the masked marauders.

We've got two kids (Michael Butler and David Pritchett) with broken noses and both are wearing face masks," coach Art Winston said. "I'm excited to start. It's about keeping focus because we haven't won our league yet. Once we finish that up, we can start preparing for the tournament."

State boys basketball poll for Feb. 17

DIVISION IV
1. New Knoxville (24) 18-0 285
2. Berlin Hiland (5) 18-0 263
3. Southeastern 17-1 202
4. Oak Hill 17-2 175
5. Cleveland Hts. Lutheran East 14-2 160
6. Bedford Chanel 12-3 120
7. Newark Catholic 15-3 87
8. Cincinnati Seven Hills 14-3 57
9. Jefferson 15-4 57
10. Plymouth 16-1 42
Others receiving 12 or more points: 11. Malvern 41. 12. Delphos St. John's 29. 13. Worthington Christian 26. 14. Pandora-Gilboa 15. 15. Pettisville 12.

Final state girls basketball poll for 2009

DIVISION IV
1, Convoy Crestview (15) 18-0 255
2, Berlin Hiland (12) 19-1 253
3, New Bremen (1) 18-1 215
4, Columbus Africentric 16-4 139
5, Delphos St. John's 16-3 124
6, New Riegel 17-1 112
7, Waterford 18-2 96
8, Shadyside 17-3 79
9, Pettisville 15-3 57
9, Harvest Prep 17-3 57
Others receiving 12 or more points: 11, Cleveland Hts. Lutheran E. 31. 12, Leipsic 24. 13, Carey 17. 14, Troy Christian 16. 15, Delphos Jefferson 15. 16, Fort Recovery 14.

Troy Christian Jr. High Breaks Out the Broom

By Bob Juliano

Troy Christian Jr. High made a clean sweep at the Metro Buckeye Conference Jr High Tournament Saturday February 14, held at Middletown Christian.

The 7th grade boys team won 40 to 13 over Dayton Christian. Alex Moritz was leading scorer for Troy Christian with 10 points. Logan George and Nathanel Boone each had 8 for the Eagles which finished at 7 and 7. Dayton Christian's leading scorer was Trent Mueller with 9 points.

The 8th grade girls made it 2 for 2 on the day for Troy Christian Jr. High by defeating Yellow Springs 25 to 20. Kristen Wood was the high scorer with 18 points for Troy Christian which ended their season at 14 and 1. Maryah Martin had 10 points for Yellow Springs.

The Troy Christian 8th grade boys capped off the sweep with a 44 to 31 victory over Dayton Christian. Nathan Kirkpatrick bombed in 17 points while Matthew Coots added 9 points and 11 rebounds for Troy Christian. Zach Cox had 12 points, all from the 3 point line and Tanner Wall had 10 points. The Troy Chirstian 8th grade boys finished the season at 13 and 3.

Aaron Deister college bound

Aaron Deister, a senior guard at Dayton Christian High School, has verbally committed to play college basketball at Concordia University in Irvine , California . Deister is a four year varsity starter at D.C. and is currently third on the school's all-time scoring list with more than 1,200 career points. The Concordia Eagles compete at the NAIA Division-I level, were ranked as high as #2 in the country last season and are currently 19-5 while competing in the Golden State Athletic Conference.

Dayton Christian seeks a basketball home

Dayton Christian High School's boys basketball team hasn't enjoyed a home-court advantage in at least 27 seasons.

That could change soon.

Dayton Christian has the blueprints, plans and determination to build a gym on its campus on Washington Church Road in Miamisburg. Now it just needs the funds.

"If anybody wants to help ... we do have a ton of need," DC boys coach Chip James said of funds, donation of materials and even elbow grease.

At the least, the school is hoping to have a smaller practice facility in place this fall that would decrease the need to rent gym space.

The boys and girls basketball teams play home games at Kettering Middle School (formerly Fairmont East). The boys practice at Far Hills Church, and the girls at Kingdom Sports Center.

"(KMS) is efficient, and we're lucky to have it," James said of the 1,500-seat facility. "I try to make that point a lot. But it still says 'Firebirds' and 'Fairmont' on it. A home court is where your pride is established and where your student section makes its mark."

More important, James said, is that a gym or practice facility would keep DC athletes off the roads, especially in winter weather. James said two varsity players were in minor accidents driving to practices or games this season.

For more information on the project, visit daytonchristianhoops.com

State wrestling poll for Jan. 29

Division III
1. Troy Christian (13) 130
2. Monroeville 109
3. Marion Pleasant 88
4. Cuy. Valley Christian Academy 83
5. Bedford St. Peter Chanel 73
6. Cuyahoga Heights 59
7. Elmwood 41
8. West Jefferson 37
9. Milan Edison 24
10. Massillon Tuslaw 21

MCS has its sights set on an MBC title

Eagles are 2 games out of first and have matchups with league leaders still to come.
Friday, January 30, 2009

MIDDLETOWN — Only two games out of first place, Middletown Christian boys basketball coach Eric Gwinn knows his team still controls its own destiny.

"We've got six games to go and they're all against Metro Buckeye Conference opponents," Gwinn said. "I think every game we have left is a big league game for us."

It won't be easy.

Jefferson and Dayton Christian, two perennial fixtures atop the MBC standings, have beaten the Eagles once this season. Jefferson has yet to lose a league game; Dayton Christian is 1½ games out of first, followed by MCS two back.

"Our starting five provides us with a nice mix," Gwinn said. "Kenneth Gaynor has been our go-to guy, grabbing lots of points and rebounds (22.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game) from Day 1, but Nate Cox has turned into a very good shooter for us, and he's a good passer."

Gwinn said Cox is averaging close to four assists per game. He's hit 50 percent of his shots from 3-point range (25 of 50) thus far. Ross Green (9.4 ppg), Josiah Schillinger (8.6 ppg) and Tim Knorr (5.8 ppg) round out the starting lineup.

The MCS coach credits reserves Adrian Yanes, Aaron Nahrup, Jared Mason, Justin Margeson and Jake Irving for the team's success as well, adding that their hard work in games and at practice have helped keep the Eagles (9-5, 4-2) in contention.

"The work ethic of these guys is unmatched," Gwinn added. "That's the main reason for our team's success thus far. Every day, whether it's a game or in practice, these guys come to work.

"They've really been a joy for me to coach."

MCS (9-5, 4-2 MBC) returns to action tonight, Jan. 30, when it plays at Miami Valley School. The Eagles visit Xenia Christian on Saturday.

Troy Christian captures D-III state wrestling duals

Troy Christian won Sunday's D-III state wrestling duals at Metamora Evergreen.

The Eagles opened with a 44-35 defeat of Milan Edison before dispatching West Jefferson 43-33. TC defeated Cuyahoga Heights 42-34 for the title.

Zac Hancock (140) was named the Outstanding Wrestler, one of six Eagles to go 3-0. Pawlos Campbell (125), Jordan Hancock (119), Chris Burns (145), Zach Toal (160) and Sam Akins (189) also won all their matches.

"Our kids bounced back nicely after feeling the pain Saturday (at Graham)," coach TC Steve Goudy said. "This was one of our goals and we accomplished it. I am proud of them.

"But, it is still all about March. Everything else is just a dress rehearsal."

State boys basketball poll for Feb. 3

DIVISION IV
1. New Knoxville (20) 14-0 294
2. Berlin Hiland (11) 14-0 284
3. Newark Catholic 12-1 207
4. Southeastern 12-1 172
5. Bedford Chanel 9-2 141
6. Oak Hill 13-2 114
7. Cleveland Hts. Lutheran E. 12-2 106
8. Delphos St. John's 9-3 100
9. Jefferson 9-3 53
10. Cin. Seven Hills 11-3 44
Others receiving 12 or more points: 11. Plymouth 34. 12. Worthington Christian 32. 13 (tie). Pandora-Gilboa. Malvern 25. 15. Ottoville 22. 16. Pettisville 16.

State girls basketball poll for Feb. 4

DIVISION IV
1, Convoy Crestview (16) 14-0 243
2, Berlin Hiland (10) 12-1 231
3, New Bremen 15-1 175
4, Delphos St. John's 12-2 140
5, Pettisville 13-2 118
6, Columbus Africentric 12-4 103
7, Harvest Prep 14-2 74
8, Shadyside 14-2 61
9, Troy Christian 14-2 49
9, New Riegel 13-2 49
Others receiving 12 or more points: 11, Waterford 34. 12, Leipsic 26. 13 (tie), Carey, Cle. Hts. Lutheran East 23. 15 (tie), Fort Recovery, Ottoville 13.

Ashanta Robinson Shoots her 1000th point

Yellow Springs High School senior Ashanta Robinson shot the 1,000th point of her basketball career during the home game against Belmont on Tuesday, Dec. 30. Robinson. Ashanta was honored in a ceremony before the girls home game against Middletown Christian on, Thursday, Jan. 8. Congratulations on a GREAT Career

Scott, Robinson lead Bulldogs to win

XENIA — Yellow Springs head coach Duncan Thomas wasn’t happy with his post play.

He changed things up in the third quarter, and the result was a sweep of its county rival.

Stephanie Scott posted a triple-double and Ashanta Robinson posted a double-double for the Bulldogs, who erased a shaky first half to coast to a 55-22 Metro Buckeye Conference victory over Xenia Christian, 55-22, on Thursday night.

Scott scored 21 points with 14 rebounds and 10 steals, and Robinson added 24 points and 10 boards for Yellow Springs (6-8, 4-6), which hasn’t lost to the Ambassadors (3-11, 1-6) since the 2006-2007 season. The Bulldogs beat XC by 47 points in early December.

Yellow Springs led by eight points at the break, but utilized a different defense that yielded seven third quarter steals and a 19-2 scoring run to break open the game and cruise to victory.

“It was nice, but we can play better,” Thomas said. “The second half we came out with all guards because I didn’t like our post play in that first half. They played well, and came out more focused in the second.”

Maggie Hughes and Heather Herbst led the Lady Ambassadors with seven points each, and Sarah Graver added six in the loss.

The Bulldogs stole the ball away 25 times unofficially for the game. Thomas attributed his team’s defensive dominance to a new press.

“We’ve got a new defense, a little press, a junk defense I used a long time ago,” Thomas said. “Our guards match up well. We’ve got a lot of new girls, and it’s good to see them getting experience with the tournament coming up.”

Yellow Springs scored all 19 of its third period points before Xenia Christian got on the board, which came with less than a minute left on a jumper from Hughes. Scott scored 13 of her 21 points in the third stanza, which ended with the Ambassadors leading 40-15.

“[Scott’s] coming along and improving,” Thomas said. “It’s quite impressive since she’s just a sophomore, and she can only get better.”

The Ambassadors have lost three-straight on the season. Their last victory was on Jan. 8, a one-point victory over Jefferson.

Despite the win, the Bulldogs shot a dismal 7-of-20 from the free throw line.

The Bulldogs are back at home Monday against Jefferson, while Xenia Christian travels to Troy Christian on Saturday.

Jefferson's Payne keeps recruiters waiting

DAYTON — Jefferson High School junior basketball star Adreian Payne isn't one to rush things, even in the face of mounting publicity and heightened pressure.

As Ohio's best uncommitted major college prospect, the 6-foot-10, 215-pound tower of power is in no hurry to make a decision about where he'll continue his basketball career.

Many schools want him, but he's handling the hype like a seasoned pro, and Broncos coach Art Winston is doing his best to shield his gentle giant from college recruiters who seek Payne's talent and potential.

Together, they're focused on tonight's game at Dayton Christian. As for Payne's future, it can wait.

Q How are you coping with all the attention from college recruiters?

A Managing my time is my biggest challenge. I go to school, do my homework, study and go to practice. When I get home, I'm tired. Coaches call me at night and I have to respect them because they're recruiting me to their school.

Q Which schools have made offers to you?

A A lot of people ask me that. There are so many, I don't try to keep up with all that because I have my school work to worry about. My coach pretty much keeps track of all the colleges. At some point, we'll come together, talk about it, and see which school is the best fit.

Q Where would you like to go to college?

A I don't know right now. I've taken unofficial visits to Xavier, West Virginia, Ohio State and UD. I can't take my (five) official visits until I'm a senior. I want to take my unofficial visits close to home and my official visits farther away.

Q What will be the deciding factors on your college choice?

A I want to go where I can play and feel comfortable, and where I have a good relationship with my coaches and teammates. I'm thinking about majoring in business. I want a school with a good academic program, and a school where I'll be able to reach the next level.

Q What does basketball mean to you?

A Basketball's done a lot for me. I really never thought I'd be this good and I really never looked at myself as being a leader like I am now. I come from a background where I don't have very much. Now with all this attention, most people say it can get to your head. I just take it day by day and go with the flow.

Q How would you describe your playing style?

A My coaches like to describe me as someone like (the Boston Celtics') Kevin Garnett, a guy who can go inside and outside. They say I've got a good work ethic and if I keep working like that, I could be like him.

Q What's something about you nobody knows?

A I've got to do a lot of stuff on my own — like washing my clothes, cooking and cleaning — because I live with my grandma (Mary Lewis) and she's preparing me for the future.

Q What is myth and what is reality?

A Some people think I don't practice or work hard. That's not true because I haven't missed a practice in my life. I stay after practice and work on my game. I take 20 minutes to work on my post moves and free throws. Then I work 10 minutes on my dribbling and combination moves.

Q What are your strengths and weaknesses?

A I can run the floor, score, rebound and block shots. I can also dribble the ball better than most guys my size. My weakness? I need to get physically stronger. I lift weights and eat. I just don't gain weight.

Q How do you relax away from the court?

A I listen to music, and talk and text on the phone. I also like going to the movies and bowling.

Q What's your ultimate goal?

A I would love for my grandma to see me graduate from college, and hopefully she'll get to see me play in the NBA. She took me in when my mom passed away. She means the world to me.

Adreian Payne at a glance

Team: Jefferson Broncos

Year: Junior

Position: Power forward

Ht/Wt: 6-10, 215

Birthday: Feb. 19, 1991

Full name: Adreian De'Angelo Payne

Nickname: "A.P."

Averages: 14.1 points, 12 rebounds, 4 blocked shots per game

Payne's favorites

Gym: "Anywhere there's a big crowd."

Rival: "All the Dayton City League schools."

Subject: "Algebra II."

Team: "Orlando Magic."

NBA Player: "Kevin Garnett (Boston Celtics) and Dwight Howard (Orlando Magic)."

Restaurant: "Buffalo Wild Wings."

Meal: "Barbecue chicken wings, cheese potato wedges and a Sprite."

Music: "Rhythm and blues, and rap."

Hobby: "Listening to music."

Late-night snack: "A deluxe Cassano's Pizza and a Sprite."

Quote machine

"Adreian Payne oozes potential. He's extremely long and athletic. He uses those qualities in his game. Payne's a defensive presence. He's an excellent shot blocker, and when he doesn't block the shot, he certainly changes it. He rebounds on both ends of the floor, especially offensively, where he gets his share of put-backs." — Paul Biancardi, ESPN

Jefferson's Payne growing into dominant role

DAYTON — The more Jefferson coach Art Winston looks at Adreian Payne, the better the big fella looks.

The 6-foot-10 junior — with size 15 sneakers and a wing span measuring 7 feet, 2 inches — is maturing physically and athletically into a more complete basketball player.

"He looks bigger every day I see him," Winston said about his star power forward.

Winston's job gets bigger every day, too, as he keeps track of the college recruiters tugging at Payne's heartstrings.

"We're trying to get it organized so it's not a big ball of confusion for Adreian, because he's got a lot of schools coming at him," Winston said. "He's been real poised about it. It really hasn't gone to his head and that's been the impressive thing.

"He's getting a lot of attention, and yet he comes in, works, stays after practice, does the special post moves we have for him, and it's starting to pay off for him. He's a good kid."

Judging from his 22-point, 14-rebound performance in a 69-66 loss to Thurgood Marshall on Tuesday night, Payne is adjusting well to opponents' defensive pressure.

"Last year, he was a real good player, but he wasn't our main post guy," Winston said. "He was able to get backside rebounds and backside stickbacks.

"Coming into this season, he was the guy everybody knew we'd be getting the ball to. He wasn't used to being double- and triple-teamed, and he struggled early on passing the ball out of it. Now he's making quicker decisions, being stronger with the ball and being patient. He's really starting to make that progression into the next level of a player."

Jefferson's Adreian Payne - Player to Watch

Adreian Payne Jefferson 6-9 Junior F/C
The next big thing in an era of exceptional players in the Dayton area. He likely will see his averages zoom from 15 points 10 rebounds and several blocks. Broncos can play up-tempo with him or let him dominate in a half court set. Makes Broncos a ligit state D-IV contender.

Miami Valley off to a good start

With promising freshment to blend with holdovers could make the Miami Valley School one ofthe most improved teams in the area and a force in Division IV. The Rams finished 7-14 overall in 2007-08 and 5-9 in the Metro Buckeye Conference. Coach Randy Duff would like to reverse those numbers

We're going to be better than .500, that's our aim. The key is to develop team chemistry with the additon of the new players and get the players used to each other.

Proven returnees are 6-1 junior forward Emily Edwards and junior guard Erika Shaver. Adding to that duo are freshmen Kori Faul, Shelby Carpenter and sophomore Kailey Katterer. Seven of the top eight players play in high caliber AAU programs.

Troy Christian Returning Seven State Placer Wrestlers

Chris Burns
Pawlos Campbell
Jordan Hancock
Zac Hancock
Cody Libengood
Jordan Thome
Zach Toal
Troy Christian is aiming to win the D-III title. Good luck Team!

Wrestler Worth Watching

Zach Toal, Troy Christian, 160 pounds, Senior
Zach is one of the many talented Troy Christian returnees, aiming for his third straight Division III State Championship after finishing third as a freshman. Bumping up two weight classes.

Mike Piatt New Basketball Coach at Miami Valley Wins Opener

Congratulation to Mike Paitt and his team for winning the season opener against Maumee Valley on 12-6-08. Mike coached previously at Sidney Lehman High School from 2002-2007 and had a 61-48 record. The Rams went 4-17 last season under Brian Motto, who took a college counseling position at Summit Country Day in Cincinnati.

MVS Athletic Director Ken Laake feels Piatt will bring stability to a program that's been through three coaches in three years.

Extras"His experience — playing and coaching in high school and college — made him attractive," Laake said. "Our kids are ready for someone who can bring staying power to the program. Mike can do that."

Jefferson Wins Opener by 1

Steve Robinson hit a pair of free throws with eight seconds left as Jefferson, the No. 2 team in the Dayton Daily News Division IV preseason ratings, slipped by Dayton Christian, 44-43, in a matchup of the favorites in the Metro Buckeye Conference.

Brit Zackery led the Broncos (1-0) with 12 points while Irving Woods had 10. Kenny Florkey and Nathan Serenius had 10 apiece for DC (1-1).

Daniel Kolodzik Miami Valley Alum is wrestling at Princeton

Congratulations to Daniel Kolodzik is a Freshman at Princeton and a member of the Wrestling team. Daniel weighs in at 133 pounds. He is a former Student of The Miami Valley School. We wish him the best this season. Please visit http://www.goprincetontigers.com/ for more information.

Sam Williams Miami Valley Alum is playing golf at Penn

High School: Transfer from University of California, did not play golf for the Golden Bears ... Lettered four times in golf ... Team captain and No. 1 player ... Two-time Metro Buckeye Conference individual champion and Player of the Year ... Four-time first-team all-conference ... Helped team win four Metro Buckeye Conference titles and 2006 district championship ... Also lettered three times in basketball ... First Tee volunteer ... National Merit Scholar ... Chess team captain.

Personal: Born July 22, 1988 ... Son of Tracy and Joseph Williams ... Enrolled in Wharton.

Metro Buckeye Conference Boys Basketball

5 players to watch

Aaron Deister, Day. Christian, 5-11 sr.: Called a "game-changer" by new coach Chip James. A savvy, four-year starter who makes everybody around him better. Averaged 17 points a game.

Kenneth Gaynor, Mid. Christian, 6-5 sr.: Multi-dimensional player who can play any position on the floor. Averaged 19 points and 10 boards. He is undervalued, but is highly respected in the MBC. "He's just tough to guard because he can post up or shoot the 3," Yellow Springs coach Brad Newsome said.

Ryan Newsome, Yellow Springs, 6-2 jr.: Averaged 12 points and 5 rebounds and shot an impressive 44 percent from the 3-point arc.

Dwayne Sanders, Jefferson, 5-7 sr.: A pocket rocket who directs the Broncos' fast-paced attack. Averaged nearly 10 points a game.

Nate Serenius, Dayton Christian, 6-3 sr.: Guard averaged 11 points. Second-team All-MBC.

5 things to know

MBC's talent hub resides at Jefferson. The Broncos are the three-time defending champs and return all five starters from an 18-7, 12-1 team. Driving the Broncos is the memory of how they routed Lockland in the district championship game, but later forfeited because of an ineligible player. "They are the MBC's answer to North Carolina with a great system and a great coach in Art Winston," said DC coach Chip James. Broncos returnees include Sanders, Adreian Payne, Jared Nolan, Brit Zackery and Steven Robinson. Watch out for precocious sophomore Cody Latimer. High-octane Jefferson is panting for a deep run in March.

Jefferson's Adreian Payne is highly-coveted by every major school in the country and a powerhouse pivot player at 6-9, 215 pounds. Good for 15 points and 10 boards. Has diversified his game. Smooth-moving, graceful and athletic — reminds people of a young Kevin Garnett.

New coach Chip James (formerly of Ridgeville Christian) replaces Tony Pitts at Dayton Christian and promises that his players will play with heart, hunger and high intensity. DC will make defense its calling card. James inherits Deister, Serenius and Kenny Florkey. Keep an eye on sophomore Julian Harris.

Yellow Springs will be in the MBC mix after a 12-11 and 6-6 season. Will be undersized, but will compensate with quickness and backcourt play. Newsome, Ian Wimberly and Kevin Sikes-Gilbert will supply the firepower for the Bulldogs. "This group has been together for three years, so we expect good things," said coach Brad Newsome.

Xenia Christian point guard Andrew McNeely is one of the top underclassmen in the conference. "Just a fierce competitor who runs their up-tempo attack," said Yellow Springs coach Brad Newsome.

Boys Basketball begins December 5, 2008

Good Luck to all the teams as the Boys Basketball Season begins Friday December 5, 2008. Let the games begin.

Troy Christian 57, Cedarville 13

The Eagles scored double digits in each quarter while never allowing Cedarville to score more than 6 points in any frame. Maria Schafer scored 16 for Troy Christian, Julia Wood added 13 and Danielle Forrer 12.

Troy Christian 43 Middle Christan 31

A lopsided first quarter proved to be the difference as the Eagles took a 13-2 lead and never looked back. Danielle Forrer led Troy Christian with 16 points while Miranda Alsept topped Middletown Christian with 18.

Miami Valley School 90, Jefferson 22

After losing to the Broncos twice last season, Miami Valley recorded one of the most lopsided wins in school history. The Rams had four players score in double digits, with Kori Faul leading with 20. Others in double digits for Miami Valley included Erika Shaver 19, Emily Edwards 12 and Rhea Beckett 10.

Miami Valley 58 Northridge 36

Miami Valley defeats Northridge in the first round at the Northridge Inv. M. Alsept had 19 points, P. Huntsberger had 16. Miami Valley advances in the tournament to play Spg. Northeastern on Saturday at 4:30.

Dayton Christian 75 Cincinnati Christian 32

11-28-08 Dayton Christian's Amanda Smith had 21 points, 10 steals and 6 rebounds resulting in 41 turnovers for Cincinnati Christian. Lisa Weber had 12 points and Lindsey Wenzel had 10.

Girls Basketball Starts 11/28/08

Girls Basketball officially starts November 28. Miami Valley School will be starting the season at the Marietta Inv., Middletown Christian will be playing in the Northridge Inv. Dayton Christian will playing Cincinnati Christian. Good luck to all of the teams this year.

Metro Buckeye Conference Cross Country

Yellow Springs HS won the men's Metro Buckeye Conference cross
country championships out-right, then lost the women's title on the 6th
runner tie breaker in tournament action last Friday evening at
Middletown Christian HS.

Scoring just 20 points in a sport were a perfect outing is 15, the
Bulldogs were led by Jacob Gunderkline. Voted MBC runner of the year in
Cross country by the coaches, the National Junior Olympic Champion in
the race walk used that same strength to take the running individual
title in 17:23.8.

Finishing 2nd and 3rd on the challenging Eagles course were
Brock Gunderkline, Jacob's twin brother and Alexis Onfroy (2008 6th
place finisher at the Ohio State T&F Championships in the 1600m run).
Completing the scoring for the victorious Bulldogs were team captain
Anthony Pettiford in 6th and Nerak Paterson in 9th. Pettiford's time of
18:12 was a new lifetime best for the 5k race distance.

Also running well in the remaining varsity positions were Gabe
Amrhein in 11th, Zach McHugh in 12th and Nate Reed in 13th. Anders
Ingebrigtsen, the team's exchange student from Norway, achieved a
lifetime best for 5 kilometers when he finished 15th out of the 45
runners in the championship race with a time of 19:49.

The top 7 finishers are named first team all league. Places 8-13
are named to the second team. They will be recognized for this
accomplishment at the Metro Buckeye Conference All Sports banquet in the
spring.

The win was Yellow Springs' 4th straight conference title for the
men. Troy Christian was 2nd with 45 points. Xenia Christian placed 3rd
with 75 with host Middletown Christian placing 4th with 95. Dayton
Christian, The Miami Valley School and Emmanuel Christian also competed
but did not finish full teams.

In a very close women's race Xenia Christian broke the 29 all tie with
Yellow Springs by having the best #6 runner in the race. Placing 13th
place overall was Xenia Christian's Ashley Hockenberry to secure the
win. Jessica Brandt from Troy Christian won the race in 20:14.1. Erika
Shaver from the Miami Valley School was runner-up in 20:54.

Even though the Bulldogs did not have that all important sixth runner
the ladies team did place three runners on the conference's all star
squad. Finishing third overall was Allie Berry in a season best time
of 22:35. Hannah Kumbusky was 4th with Reini Brickson 7th.

Completing the scoring for the Bulldogs were Mary Triplett in 14th
and Kelly Miller in 18th.

First Team All League - Men:
1) JacobGunderkline, YS 17:23.8
2) Brock Gunderkline, YS 17:34
3) Alexis Onfroy, YS 17:43
4) Ian Klingler, TC 18:00
5) Jusine Seekins, TC 18:08
6) Anthony Pettiford, YS 18:12
7) Matt Callan, XC 18:17

Second Team All League Bulldogs:
9) Nerak Paterson, YS - 18:48
11) Gabe Armhein, YS - 19:07
12) Zach McHugh, YS - 19:18
13) Nate Reed, YS - 19:27

Order Of Finish Women:
1) Jessica Brandt, TC - 20:14
2) Erika Shaver, MVS - 20:54
3) Allie Berry, YS - 22:35
4) Hannah Kumbusky, YS - 23:46
5) Gayle Cobb, MC - 23:51
6) Natalie Clauon, XC - 24:05
7) Reini Brickson, YS - 24:13

MCKINNEY GIRLS CLAIM LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS IN CROSS COUNTRY

Lois Miller surprised everyone, even her head coach, when
she won last Friday night's Metro Buckeye Conference Championships at
Middletown Christian HS. It was her first win of the year and also the
first time this fall that she had placed ahead of her classmate Paloma
Wiggins.

Placing sixth overall and the first 7th grader in the race was Michaela
Roe. Talia Bouitis was 12th and Anndee Pettiford 16th to complete the
scoring. The Lady Bullpups scored 29 points to top Xenia Christian
which had 41. Troy Christian finished in 3rd place with 50.

Middletown Christian Boys finish 11th 10-12-09

COLUMBUS — It's been an uncharacteristic two days of golf for the Middletown Christian High School boys at the Division III state golf tournament in Columbus.

After winning their sectional and district team championships to advance to the state meet, the Eagles finished 11th out of 12 teams with a two-day total of 703 on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Firefox Golf Club in Lockbourne.

"We were (five) strokes better today, but we threw away at least 15 strokes on three holes," Middletown Christian coach Gary Cobb said. "We could easily have been down in the 335 range, but that's the way it goes. I'm still very proud of the guys."

It wasn't all bad for the Eagles as freshman Brooks Curry shot a two-day 154 (80-74) to tie for sixth place overall, which earned him a spot on the D-III All-Ohio second team.

"It feels pretty good," Curry said moments after receiving his second-team plaque. "It was a good experience for me, and now I know what I need to shoot to win state, and I know I can do it."

Sugarcreek Garaway won for the second straight year with a 631, and Garaway senior Kevin Miller was the individual champion with a 141.

Besides Curry, Middletown Christian's scores were Adam Taulbee (82-90—172), Erik Gregory (92-90—182), Grant Nisbet (100-96—196) and Jared Mason (103-95—198).

Feltner places 19th

Middletown Christian senior Kristie Feltner shot a two-day 165 to place 19th overall in the D-II girls state tournament at Ohio State's Gray Course.

"I guess I feel pretty good," Feltner said. "The Gray Course was easier than I thought it was going to be, but I must have used all my luck at sectionals and districts."

Feltner shot 80 at each of the previous tournaments to advance to the state meet.

"It's been a great experience," Feltner said. "Most of the girls I played with said they had been playing since they were about 7 years old, and I've only been playing for three years, so that made me feel a lot better.

"I wanted to be in the top 10," she continued, "but at least I made it here. That's definitely something to be proud of, because no one thought I would."

Nikias 11th in D-II

Fenwick junior Alex Nikias shot a two-day 161 to finish tied for 11th overall in the D-II boys state golf tournament at OSU's Scarlet Course.

Nikias had rounds of 80 and 81 respectively for his total, which left him just one stroke from earning All-Ohio second team honors.

"It's not what I wanted," Nikias said of the 11th-place finish, "but I'm pleased. The course was amazing, and it was a great experience. I hope to have the opportunity to do it again next year."

MCS Continues it's amazing ride at State Tourneys 10-9-09

MIDDLETOWN — Middletown Christian Schools will be well represented at this weekend's Division II and III state golf tournaments.

Senior Kristie Feltner became the first MCS athlete to qualify for an Ohio High School Athletic Association state event when she shot 80 at the Division II district meet Oct. 1 at Heatherwoode Golf Course in Springboro.

The next day, the boys team — Adam Taulbee, Brooks Curry, Jared Mason, Erik Gregory and Grant Nisbet — won the Division III district title at Weatherwax Golf Course to advance to state as well.

The two-day tournament for the boys will be played on the Player's Club course at Foxfire Golf Course in Columbus, while Feltner will join the other D-II girls at The Ohio State University Gray Course.

"It's been an amazing ride," MCS golf coach Gary Cobb said, "but it's still one step at a time. My job is to convince them they can win the next step and I think they are convinced."

The boys will tee off between 9 and 9:30 a.m. today, Oct. 10, while Feltner will begin her tournament at 9:48 a.m.

Here's a look at each one of the six MCS golfers competing:

Name: Kristie Feltner

Grade: 12

Scoring average: 39.6 (Women's tees)

Toughest course: Kittyhawk

Favorite pro golfer: Cristie Kerr

What does it mean to go to state? I didn't think I'd be the first Middletown Christian athlete to go to state, so it feels really great.

Name: Jared Mason

Grade: 12

Scoring average: 45.0

Toughest course: Walden Ponds

Favorite pro golfer: Tiger Woods

What does it mean to go to state? It means a lot because we never thought we'd be going to state. It's very exciting.

Name: Erik Gregory

Grade: 9

Scoring average: 44.0

Toughest course: Walden Ponds

Favorite pro golfer: Tiger Woods

What does it mean to go to state? It's an amazing feeling, especially being a freshman. I never dreamed of it.

Name: Adam Taulbee

Grade: 12

Scoring average: 39.3

Toughest course: Sebastian Hills

Favorite pro golfer: Camillo Villegos

What does it mean to go to state? It means a lot because we've worked so hard, and now all that work is paying off.

Name: Grant Nisbet

Grade: 9

Scoring average: 45.0

Toughest course: Kittyhawk

Favorite pro golfer: Tiger Woods

What does it mean to go to state? It's pretty special as a freshman.

Name: Brooks Curry

Grade: 9

Scoring average: 37.5

Toughest course: Walden Ponds

Favorite pro golfer: Ernie Els

What does it mean to go to state? We've worked really hard, and it feels good, especially as a freshman.

Feltner makes MCS history 10/2/08

Feltner makes MCS history
Middletown Christian senior is the school's first athlete in any sport to reach the state finals in an event.

MIDDLETOWN — Kristie Feltner did better than she thought she would Wednesday, Oct. 1, at the Division II girls district golf tournament.

Felter shot her second consecutive round of 80 in tournament play and became the first Middletown Christian athlete in any sport to qualify for an Ohio High School Athletic Association state event.

With her round of 80 at Springboro's Heatherwoode Golf Course, the MCS senior advanced to next week's D-II state tournament on the Ohio State University Gray Course.

"I really couldn't believe it," Feltner said via telephone Wednesday night. "I still can't. I guess it will hit me next week when I'm packing to go up to Columbus."

Feltner said she became a little nervous after carding a triple bogey on the fifth hole, but she said she just told herself she could do it if she played for pars. She finished in a three-way tie for second.

"After that triple, I told a girl I was playing with that I didn't care anymore, but deep down I really did," Feltner said. "And I'm glad I did because it would have been sad if I did all this and then not get to go."

Feltner was one of two girls on the MCS boys golf team during the regular season. She and sophomore Gayle Cobb — who also made it to the district tournament, but did not advance to state — played from the boys' tees in every match. That was one of the factors coach Gary Cobb said contributed to Feltner's success Wednesday.

"I think she was doubting herself after playing two months with the boys," Cobb said. "She had an average of about 45 from the boys' tees, but I kept telling her she was doing good.

"I'm very proud of her and Gayle," he continued. "(Kristie's) goal was to get to districts because she just missed out on that by two strokes last year, but I told her she was good enough to get to state. Now she is believing she can compete."

Fenwick senior Alexa Stickelman shot 99 to finish tied for 35th in the tournament, and Gayle Cobb shot 115 to tie for 61st place.

GOLF FINAL STANDING BASED ON TOURNAMENT

MIAMI VALLEY
MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN
TROY CHRISTIAN
DAYTON CHRISTIAN
XENIA CHRISTIAN
YELLOW SPRINGS

Boy's Soccer Final Standings

School Overall League
Yellow Springs 10-3-3 5-0
Dayton Christian 8-5-3 4-1
Miami Valley 7-7-2 3-2
Middletown Christian 7-5-3 2-3
Xenia Christan 5-9-1 1-4
Troy Christian 4-11 0-5

Congratulations to all

Soccer and Volleyball - Coachability and Sportsmanship Awards

Boy's Soccer
Coachability Award:
Todd Merritt, Middletown Christian

Sportsmanship Award:
Steve Carnegis, Dayton Christian
Todd Merritt, Middletown Christian
Sam Guggenheimer, Miami Valley School
Caleb Tanner, Troy Christian
AJ Wagner, Yellow Springs
Ben Bouchard, Xenia Christian

Girl's Soccer
Coachability Award:
Anne Fyee, Miami Valley School

Sportsmanship Award:
Paige Dufresne, Middletown Christian
Amelia Shaw, Yellow Springs
Kelsey Hooten, Dayton Christian
Laura Knowles, Xenia Christian
Anne Fyfe, Miami Valley School
Johanna Potter, Troy Christian

Volleyball
Coachability Award:
Ellie Entner, Xenia Christian

Sportsmanship Award:
Taylor Justin, Dayton Christian
Lauren Petry, Middletown Christian
Bethany Ward, Miami Valley School
Hannah Kirkpatrick, Troy Christian
Sadie Surls, Xenia Christian
Taylor Ennis, Yellow Springs

Volleyball Standings (League Play Only)

School League
Troy Christian 12-0
Dayton Christian 10-2
Middletown Christian 7-5
Xenia Christan 6-6
Miami Valley 4-8
Yellow Springs 3-9
Jefferson 0-12

Girl's Soccer Final Standings

School Overall League
Troy Christian 9-3-3 8-0-2
Dayton Christian 10-3-3 8-1-1
Miami Valley 7-4-3 5-3-2
Yellow Springs 8-8 4-6
Xenia Christan 3-10-2 2-7-1
Middletown Christian 3-13 0-10

Congratulation to all

MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN GOLF 8/15/08

Middletown Christian School Eagle’s golf team played in the 29th annual Northridge golf tournament on the Hawk course at Kittyhawk golf course on Friday, August 15, 2008. The Eagles finished with a team total of 350, placing them in fifth place in the 15 team field. Contributing to the Eagle’s effort:
Adam Taulbee 80

Erik Gregory 82

Kristie Feltner 94

Jared Mason 94

Grant Nisbet 95

Adam Taulbee finished 7th overall with 1 birdie and 10 pars.

(Brooks Curry WD because of illness)

Oakwood 318

Waynesville 322

Brookville 333

Carlise 347

Middletown Christian 350

Dayton Christian 357

Stebbins 358

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CLARK SIGNS WITH CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY

College Commitment: Xenia Christian senior Kevin Clark has accepted an invitation to join the Cedarville University Men’s Soccer team this coming fall. Clark was a member of the 1st Team All-MBC this season for the Ambassadors.

FRANCIS SIGNS WITH ASHLAND

Troy, Ohio (February 13, 2008) – Troy Christian High School is proud to announce that senior, Logan Francis signed the National Letter of Intent with Ashland University’s football program today.
Francis, three-year letterman for the football team and former quarterback for the Eagles set a new school record this past season in 155-passing attempts and 67-completions in a game. He also played safety for the Eagles and had a total of 89 solo tackles in his career, 51 assisted tackles. He is a three-year letterman in football and a three-year letterman in basketball. As a basketball player, Francis was named First-Team, All Conference for the past two seasons, and Second-Team, District 9 last season.
Francis is the son of Mark and Patty Francis of Sidney, Ohio.

MIAMI VALLEY SCHOOL COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

It is with a great deal of pride that we announce two very special college commitments by Miami Valley School student-athletes.

Sr. Setter Claire Doty has verbally committed to play volleyball collegiately at Atlantic Coast Conference and NCAA Division I member, the University of Maryland.

Two-time Ohio Wrestling State Champion (2005, 2007) Daniel Kolodzik has verbally committed to wrestle at Ivy League and NCAA Division I member Princeton University.

Both Claire and Daniel plan on signing their National Letters of Intent in the Spring.