On Saturday afternoon, the BGJHS Cross Country Teams ran in the highly competitive Spartan Invitational on our home cross country course with teams from all over northeast Ohio. The BGJHS Boys Teams had an impressive day, winning the Spartan Invitational D1 middle school division! BGJHS Boys Team continued their outstanding run of meets, taking first place for the fifth straight time this season. The Boys Team placed 5 runners in the Top 15. The Boys Team was led by Ury Doyle, who placed third overall, and Ibrahem Mohammed, who placed fourth overall. The remaining top seven runners for the Boys Team include Ben Bruno (6th), Jacob Lape (8th), Nathan Bero (13th), Tony Micthell (16th), and Grady Rowan (21st). The Girls Team finished in fourth place at the meet. The Girls Team placed 6 runners in the Top 40. The Girls' Team was led by Willow Yanulaitis, who placed 15th overall. The rest of the top runners for the Girls’ Team were Marilyn Evan (27th), Lydia Schaper (32nd), Savannah Thomas (34th), Alivia Brett (36th), Selena Mallin (38th), and Ariella Gerchak (41st).
Both teams will compete at the Suburban League Cross Country Championship on Tuesday. Go Spartans!
Both teams will compete at the Suburban League Cross Country Championship on Tuesday. Go Spartans!
The Spartans traveled to Austintown-Fitch to take on the Falcons in an AAC match up . The Spartans showed fire at the end but ultimately dropped both sets to the Falcons.
The Spartans' offensively were led by Brooklyn Bailey with 3 kills, Kylee Vittori and Leylani Matos each had 2 kills. Monica Matos, Autumn Miller and Kat Rudiak each had 1 kill.
On defense, the Spartans were led by Kenzie Dugan-Boyer with 11 digs, Kat Rudiak with 10 digs, Leylani Matos with 4 digs, Kylee Vittori and Brooklyn Bailey each had 3 digs apiece, and Presley Holmes added 2 digs.
The Spartans fall to 5-6 and 1-2 in the AAC. The Spartans will return to action on the 22 September against Warren Harding at Boardman with the first game starting at 5:30.
The Spartans' offensively were led by Brooklyn Bailey with 3 kills, Kylee Vittori and Leylani Matos each had 2 kills. Monica Matos, Autumn Miller and Kat Rudiak each had 1 kill.
On defense, the Spartans were led by Kenzie Dugan-Boyer with 11 digs, Kat Rudiak with 10 digs, Leylani Matos with 4 digs, Kylee Vittori and Brooklyn Bailey each had 3 digs apiece, and Presley Holmes added 2 digs.
The Spartans fall to 5-6 and 1-2 in the AAC. The Spartans will return to action on the 22 September against Warren Harding at Boardman with the first game starting at 5:30.
The 8th grade Spartans football team dropped their first game of the season in a tough battle against Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, falling 16-12 on Thursday.
The Spartans battled through difficult field position throughout the contest. Boardman started its first two series inside its own 5-yard line after a CVCA punt of 50 yards. On their opening drive, an unfortunate sequence allowed CVCA to record a safety and take an early 2-0 lead.
The Boardman defense responded with a big goal line stand, stopping the Royals at the 1-yard line. On the very first play of the ensuing drive, Trentan Clinkscale broke free and went 99 yards for a touchdown, giving the Spartans a 6-2 lead.
CVCA looked to respond on its next possession, but Mason Acevedo came up with an interception in the end zone to keep the Royals off the scoreboard. However, a late turnover by the Spartans before halftime gave CVCA another opportunity, and the Royals took advantage by scoring on a touchdown pass to take a 9-6 lead into halftime.
The Spartans came out strong to start the second half. On their opening drive, Clinkscale once again found a hole and escaped down the sideline for a 52-yard touchdown run, putting Boardman back in front 12-9.
CVCA would not go away, however, as the Royals put together a long scoring drive to regain the lead. Boardman responded with a strong drive of its own in the fourth quarter, but the Spartans were unable to finish the drive and turned the ball over on downs.
With just over a minute remaining, the Boardman defense forced CVCA to punt, giving the Spartans one final opportunity. Boardman was unable to put together another scoring drive before time expired, as the Spartans fell 16-12.
Clinkscale led the Spartans on the ground with 170 yards on eight carries. TJ Pixley added 31 yards on three carries, while Aaron Boyer had 11 yards on two carries and Darrian Harper added six yards.
Defensively, Clinkscale led all Spartans with 12 tackles and four assists. Pixley and Landen Prozy each recorded five tackles, with Prozy adding an assist. Levi Berg finished with four tackles, while Brayden Asimakopoulos had three tackles and two assists. Lafayette Jackson added two tackles and an assist, while Cam Brown, Harper, Evan Miller and Boyer each recorded a tackle. Harper also had two assists, while Lucas Prozy added an assist and DJ Neely recorded three assists.
Acevedo had a strong defensive game as well, recording an interception, a pass breakup, a tackle and an assist.
The Spartans fall to 4-1 on the season and will look to bounce back next Wednesday when they host Niles McKinley at 6:45 p.m.
The Spartans battled through difficult field position throughout the contest. Boardman started its first two series inside its own 5-yard line after a CVCA punt of 50 yards. On their opening drive, an unfortunate sequence allowed CVCA to record a safety and take an early 2-0 lead.
The Boardman defense responded with a big goal line stand, stopping the Royals at the 1-yard line. On the very first play of the ensuing drive, Trentan Clinkscale broke free and went 99 yards for a touchdown, giving the Spartans a 6-2 lead.
CVCA looked to respond on its next possession, but Mason Acevedo came up with an interception in the end zone to keep the Royals off the scoreboard. However, a late turnover by the Spartans before halftime gave CVCA another opportunity, and the Royals took advantage by scoring on a touchdown pass to take a 9-6 lead into halftime.
The Spartans came out strong to start the second half. On their opening drive, Clinkscale once again found a hole and escaped down the sideline for a 52-yard touchdown run, putting Boardman back in front 12-9.
CVCA would not go away, however, as the Royals put together a long scoring drive to regain the lead. Boardman responded with a strong drive of its own in the fourth quarter, but the Spartans were unable to finish the drive and turned the ball over on downs.
With just over a minute remaining, the Boardman defense forced CVCA to punt, giving the Spartans one final opportunity. Boardman was unable to put together another scoring drive before time expired, as the Spartans fell 16-12.
Clinkscale led the Spartans on the ground with 170 yards on eight carries. TJ Pixley added 31 yards on three carries, while Aaron Boyer had 11 yards on two carries and Darrian Harper added six yards.
Defensively, Clinkscale led all Spartans with 12 tackles and four assists. Pixley and Landen Prozy each recorded five tackles, with Prozy adding an assist. Levi Berg finished with four tackles, while Brayden Asimakopoulos had three tackles and two assists. Lafayette Jackson added two tackles and an assist, while Cam Brown, Harper, Evan Miller and Boyer each recorded a tackle. Harper also had two assists, while Lucas Prozy added an assist and DJ Neely recorded three assists.
Acevedo had a strong defensive game as well, recording an interception, a pass breakup, a tackle and an assist.
The Spartans fall to 4-1 on the season and will look to bounce back next Wednesday when they host Niles McKinley at 6:45 p.m.
🏐 SPARTANS SWEEP FITCH! 💙🏐
The Spartans continued their strong team effort last night with an impressive 3-0 sweep over the Fitch Falcons!
From start to finish, the Spartans controlled the match with contributions coming from every part of the court.
Leading the Spartans was Maya Flores, who powered her way to 17 kills, 3 blocks, and 12 digs. Lili Ison added 8 kills and 7 digs, while Gabriella Ball, Addie Volosin, and Brooklyn Golubic each contributed a kill.
The Spartan offense was directed by the dynamic duo of Gianna Commons and Emma Terlesky. Gianna recorded 15 assists and 11 digs, while Emma added 9 assists and 3 digs, keeping the Spartans' offense moving throughout the match.
The defense was relentless, picking up everything the Falcons sent their way. Riley Seydlorsky led the defensive effort with 12 digs, followed by Natalie Ludban with 7 and Xy'Asia Gilford with 4.
NEXT MATCH — HOME!
The Spartans return home Tuesday, September 22, to take on Harding!
Between the JV and Varsity matches, our seniors will honor the teacher who has had the greatest influence on them. ❤️📚
Come out, support the Spartans, and help us celebrate our seniors and the teachers who have made a lasting impact on their lives!
Let’s pack the gym!
The Spartans continued their strong team effort last night with an impressive 3-0 sweep over the Fitch Falcons!
From start to finish, the Spartans controlled the match with contributions coming from every part of the court.
Leading the Spartans was Maya Flores, who powered her way to 17 kills, 3 blocks, and 12 digs. Lili Ison added 8 kills and 7 digs, while Gabriella Ball, Addie Volosin, and Brooklyn Golubic each contributed a kill.
The Spartan offense was directed by the dynamic duo of Gianna Commons and Emma Terlesky. Gianna recorded 15 assists and 11 digs, while Emma added 9 assists and 3 digs, keeping the Spartans' offense moving throughout the match.
The defense was relentless, picking up everything the Falcons sent their way. Riley Seydlorsky led the defensive effort with 12 digs, followed by Natalie Ludban with 7 and Xy'Asia Gilford with 4.
NEXT MATCH — HOME!
The Spartans return home Tuesday, September 22, to take on Harding!
Between the JV and Varsity matches, our seniors will honor the teacher who has had the greatest influence on them. ❤️📚
Come out, support the Spartans, and help us celebrate our seniors and the teachers who have made a lasting impact on their lives!
Let’s pack the gym!
The Boardman 7th-grade Spartans football team came out victorious in a low-scoring battle against Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, earning an 8-0 win.
The Spartans and Royals delivered blows back and forth throughout the game, with both defenses keeping the opposing offense in check. It took until 4:30 remaining in the game for either team to find the end zone.
In the first half, the Spartans fumbled twice and were forced to punt, but the defense continued to keep CVCA off the scoreboard. The Royals were forced to punt twice, while KJ Gipson came up with a strip sack that was recovered by Jase McKee.
CVCA put together a long drive in the second half that took up the entire third quarter, but the Spartans' defense came up with a big stop when the Royals fumbled deep in Boardman territory.
On the ensuing drive, the Spartans put together a strong series of runs and blocks. Maddox Ison broke free for a 55-yard touchdown with under five minutes remaining to give Boardman the lead. Parker Birch then added the two-point conversion to put the Spartans ahead 8-0.
CVCA attempted to answer with a drive into Spartan territory, but Boardman's defense came up with another big stop to seal the 8-0 victory.
The Spartans were led offensively by Ison, who rushed for 118 yards. Grady Gozur added 18 yards, while Birch had 13 yards and Gipson finished with 12 yards on the ground.
The Boardman defense was busy throughout the game after spending a significant amount of time on the field. Birch led the way with six tackles and three assists, while Gipson added five tackles. Jayden Pixley recorded three tackles and four assists, while Ison had three tackles and two assists. Jaceon LaBooth finished with two tackles and three assists.
Rome Jackson and Dennis Golubic each recorded two tackles and two assists, while Jeyden Matos-Martinez added two tackles. Gozur and Jonah Timblin each had a tackle and an assist. Arjenis Nunez, Vincent Edmonds, Maliik Cleveland, Cayden Voss and Amare West-DiTullio each recorded a tackle. Justin Bryant, Caleb Mitchell and Hunter Burnett each added an assist. Golubic also recorded a quarterback hurry.
The Spartans' defense held CVCA to just 88 total yards on the evening.
With the win, Boardman improves to 3-1-1 on the season and will return home next Wednesday to take on Niles McKinley at 5:30 p.m.
The Spartans and Royals delivered blows back and forth throughout the game, with both defenses keeping the opposing offense in check. It took until 4:30 remaining in the game for either team to find the end zone.
In the first half, the Spartans fumbled twice and were forced to punt, but the defense continued to keep CVCA off the scoreboard. The Royals were forced to punt twice, while KJ Gipson came up with a strip sack that was recovered by Jase McKee.
CVCA put together a long drive in the second half that took up the entire third quarter, but the Spartans' defense came up with a big stop when the Royals fumbled deep in Boardman territory.
On the ensuing drive, the Spartans put together a strong series of runs and blocks. Maddox Ison broke free for a 55-yard touchdown with under five minutes remaining to give Boardman the lead. Parker Birch then added the two-point conversion to put the Spartans ahead 8-0.
CVCA attempted to answer with a drive into Spartan territory, but Boardman's defense came up with another big stop to seal the 8-0 victory.
The Spartans were led offensively by Ison, who rushed for 118 yards. Grady Gozur added 18 yards, while Birch had 13 yards and Gipson finished with 12 yards on the ground.
The Boardman defense was busy throughout the game after spending a significant amount of time on the field. Birch led the way with six tackles and three assists, while Gipson added five tackles. Jayden Pixley recorded three tackles and four assists, while Ison had three tackles and two assists. Jaceon LaBooth finished with two tackles and three assists.
Rome Jackson and Dennis Golubic each recorded two tackles and two assists, while Jeyden Matos-Martinez added two tackles. Gozur and Jonah Timblin each had a tackle and an assist. Arjenis Nunez, Vincent Edmonds, Maliik Cleveland, Cayden Voss and Amare West-DiTullio each recorded a tackle. Justin Bryant, Caleb Mitchell and Hunter Burnett each added an assist. Golubic also recorded a quarterback hurry.
The Spartans' defense held CVCA to just 88 total yards on the evening.
With the win, Boardman improves to 3-1-1 on the season and will return home next Wednesday to take on Niles McKinley at 5:30 p.m.
The Boardman girls tennis team picked up a 4-1 victory over Louisville on Tuesday, improving the Spartans to 12-4 overall and 7-3 in AAC play.
Boardman earned two victories in singles play. Nina Sinchak dominated at first singles, defeating her opponent, 6-3, 6-1. Katie Moser also recorded a straight-set victory at third singles, defeating Mia Verbeck, 6-3, 6-1.
In doubles, Reese Murray and Liza Letunova cruised to a 6-1, 7-5 victory at 1st Doubles. Sveva Ceccarani and Kenzie Tobey also came through for the Spartans, winning 6-0, 4-6, 6-4 playing 3 full sets.
Louisville’s lone point came at second singles, where Vasilija Crnjak fell to her opponent, 2-6, 1-6.
Here is information for tomorrow's away football game at CVCA:
Friday, September 18th
Royals Stadium
4687 Wyoga Lake Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224
Parking Map attached
Kickoff: 7:00pm
Gates Open: 5:45pm
Tickets: athletics.cvcaroyals.org/tickets
Adult - $10; available online & at the gate (cash only)
Seniors (60+) - $5; cash only at the gate
High School Students - $5; cash only at the gate
Kids 8th grade & under - Free; no ticket required
Can't make it to cheer on the Spartans?
Tune in to the CVCA Livestream: athletics.cvcaroyals.org/fblivestream *Free
Friday, September 18th
Royals Stadium
4687 Wyoga Lake Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224
Parking Map attached
Kickoff: 7:00pm
Gates Open: 5:45pm
Tickets: athletics.cvcaroyals.org/tickets
Adult - $10; available online & at the gate (cash only)
Seniors (60+) - $5; cash only at the gate
High School Students - $5; cash only at the gate
Kids 8th grade & under - Free; no ticket required
Can't make it to cheer on the Spartans?
Tune in to the CVCA Livestream: athletics.cvcaroyals.org/fblivestream *Free
The Spartans traveled to Louisville to take on the Leopards in an AAC match up. Here, the Spartans dropped both sets 25-20.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Leylani Matos with 6 kills, Monica Matos with 3 kills, Kylee Vittori with 2 kills, and Brooklyn Bailey with 1 kill. Vittori also added 1 ace and Bailey added 2 aces. Kat Rudiak added 1 ace and ran the offense by notching 8 assists. Presley Holmes got in on the action with 1 ace as well.
Defensively, the Spartans were led by Rudiak (7 digs) and Kenzie Dugan-Boyer with 6 digs. Presley Holmes contributed 3 digs and Vittori, Bailey, Riley Seydlorsky, and M. Matos, each had 2 digs apiece.
With this loss, the Spartans fall to .500 and 1-1 against their AAC opponents. The Spartans return to action against Austintown-Fitch in another AAC match up tomorrow at Fitch at 5:30.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Leylani Matos with 6 kills, Monica Matos with 3 kills, Kylee Vittori with 2 kills, and Brooklyn Bailey with 1 kill. Vittori also added 1 ace and Bailey added 2 aces. Kat Rudiak added 1 ace and ran the offense by notching 8 assists. Presley Holmes got in on the action with 1 ace as well.
Defensively, the Spartans were led by Rudiak (7 digs) and Kenzie Dugan-Boyer with 6 digs. Presley Holmes contributed 3 digs and Vittori, Bailey, Riley Seydlorsky, and M. Matos, each had 2 digs apiece.
With this loss, the Spartans fall to .500 and 1-1 against their AAC opponents. The Spartans return to action against Austintown-Fitch in another AAC match up tomorrow at Fitch at 5:30.
The Spartans faced a very tough Louisville team last night and started the night down 0–2, but they battled back and completed the reverse sweep!
Once the ball got rolling, the team effort was unstoppable!
Maya Flores led the attack with 23 kills, 19 digs, and 2 blocks. Lili Ison added 17 kills and 3 digs. Gabriella Ball had 5 kills, 2 blocks, and 3 aces, while Addie Volosin contributed 3 kills and 4 digs. Brooklyn Golubic added 1 kill, 1 block, and 1 dig.
The offense was run by Gianna Commons, who recorded 20 assists and 16 digs, and Emma Terlesky, who added 26 assists and 4 digs.
The Spartans’ defense was strong across the board. Korinne Hernon had 5 digs, Riley Sedylorsky recorded 15 digs and 4 aces, Natalie Ludban added 12 digs, and Xy'Asia Gilford contributed 3 digs.
What a comeback and an incredible team effort!
The Spartans are back on the road Thursday, traveling to Fitch to face another conference opponent. The varsity match will begin at the conclusion of the JV match.
Let’s go, Spartans! 🏐
Once the ball got rolling, the team effort was unstoppable!
Maya Flores led the attack with 23 kills, 19 digs, and 2 blocks. Lili Ison added 17 kills and 3 digs. Gabriella Ball had 5 kills, 2 blocks, and 3 aces, while Addie Volosin contributed 3 kills and 4 digs. Brooklyn Golubic added 1 kill, 1 block, and 1 dig.
The offense was run by Gianna Commons, who recorded 20 assists and 16 digs, and Emma Terlesky, who added 26 assists and 4 digs.
The Spartans’ defense was strong across the board. Korinne Hernon had 5 digs, Riley Sedylorsky recorded 15 digs and 4 aces, Natalie Ludban added 12 digs, and Xy'Asia Gilford contributed 3 digs.
What a comeback and an incredible team effort!
The Spartans are back on the road Thursday, traveling to Fitch to face another conference opponent. The varsity match will begin at the conclusion of the JV match.
Let’s go, Spartans! 🏐
Spartans Lose to Leopards in 2-1 Battle
The Spartans traveled to Louisville Tuesday to face off against the Leopards. The teams came out evenly matched in the first half with play going back and forth. A few chances were created by both teams however the half would end tied 0-0. The second half began and it was the Leopards who would smell blood and strike first. The Spartans conceded 10 minutes into the new half off of a cross and header. It would be Louisville who doubled their advantage 10 minutes after the first goal to go up 2-0. However, the Spartans would not be blanked and scored off of a Diego Salinas corner. Oswaldo Salinas would put the chance away from the top of the box. Sophomore goalkeeper Christoper Corey would make his second varsity start and recorded eight saves. The Spartans’ record is now 1-5-2 with play going to Austintown Fitch Thursday night for both varsity and JV contests.
The Spartans traveled to Louisville Tuesday to face off against the Leopards. The teams came out evenly matched in the first half with play going back and forth. A few chances were created by both teams however the half would end tied 0-0. The second half began and it was the Leopards who would smell blood and strike first. The Spartans conceded 10 minutes into the new half off of a cross and header. It would be Louisville who doubled their advantage 10 minutes after the first goal to go up 2-0. However, the Spartans would not be blanked and scored off of a Diego Salinas corner. Oswaldo Salinas would put the chance away from the top of the box. Sophomore goalkeeper Christoper Corey would make his second varsity start and recorded eight saves. The Spartans’ record is now 1-5-2 with play going to Austintown Fitch Thursday night for both varsity and JV contests.
The boys and girls golf teams competed in the AAC Golf Championships at Salem Hills yesterday and each team placed 3rd. Canfield's girls finished first in the girls' tournament with Howland finishing 1 stroke ahead of Boardman to take 2nd place, the Spartans finished 3rd ahead of Louisville, Fitch and Harding. Senior Gianna Ross again led the Spartans with an impressive round of 86. Stella Mitchell finished with a 93. Gi Gi Angiuli shot a 104 and rounding out the scoring for the Spartans was freshman Sylvie Chmielewski with a 112.
The boys and girls golf teams competed in the AAC Golf Championships at Salem Hills yesterday and each team placed 3rd. For the boys, the Spartans finished behind Canfield and Louisville, but beat Howland, Fitch and Harding. Leading the way for Boardman was Milo Wright who continued his strong season shooting a three over par 75. Freshman Andrew Marks was the next lowest Spartan with a round of 82. Senior Chase Zelesnak finished with an 84. Brayden McCallum ended with a round of 87 and rounding out the scoring was Sam Hugenberg with a 94.
The Spartans ended their four-game week with a BANG! They traveled to Marlington and battled through an incredible five-set match to bring home a hard-fought victory!
The team effort was nothing short of incredible. Maya Flores led the way with 41 kills, 4 aces, and 12 digs. Lili Ison added 11 kills and 6 digs, while Gabriella Ball contributed 4 kills, 2 digs, and 3 blocks. Brooklyn Golubic finished with 2 kills and 2 blocks, Addie Volosin added 2 kills, and Emma Terlesky had 1 kill.
Our offense was firing on all cylinders, with Gianna Commons recording 24 assists and Emma Terlesky adding 25 assists to keep the Spartans' attack moving!
The back row was held down by Riley Sedylorsky with 11 digs and 3 aces. Korinne Hernon and Gianna Commons each added 7 digs, while Natalie Ludban contributed 10 digs.
A HUGE team win against a tough Marlington squad! The Spartans showed grit, determination, and teamwork to battle all five sets and come away with the victory!
The Spartans travel to Louisville today as they look to take hold of another conference win. The match will begin at the conclusion of the JV match.
LET'S GO SPARTANS!
The team effort was nothing short of incredible. Maya Flores led the way with 41 kills, 4 aces, and 12 digs. Lili Ison added 11 kills and 6 digs, while Gabriella Ball contributed 4 kills, 2 digs, and 3 blocks. Brooklyn Golubic finished with 2 kills and 2 blocks, Addie Volosin added 2 kills, and Emma Terlesky had 1 kill.
Our offense was firing on all cylinders, with Gianna Commons recording 24 assists and Emma Terlesky adding 25 assists to keep the Spartans' attack moving!
The back row was held down by Riley Sedylorsky with 11 digs and 3 aces. Korinne Hernon and Gianna Commons each added 7 digs, while Natalie Ludban contributed 10 digs.
A HUGE team win against a tough Marlington squad! The Spartans showed grit, determination, and teamwork to battle all five sets and come away with the victory!
The Spartans travel to Louisville today as they look to take hold of another conference win. The match will begin at the conclusion of the JV match.
LET'S GO SPARTANS!
Boys Cross Country Results
Wooster Invitational
Wooster High School
September 12, 2026
Wooster: Boardman junior Donovan Simione raced to a career-best time of 16:56 which placed him 70th out of 890 varsity and junior varsity runners at this year’s Wooster Invitational. Simione was joined by teammates senior Dylan White in 19th with a time of 16:13 and junior Jacob Turek in 38th with a time of 16:37 to lead the Spartans to an 11th place finish out of 31 Division II schools.
Joining them in the varsity race was senior Tommy Sullivan in 210th with a time of 18:01, freshman Austin Gillin in 220th with a career-best time of 18:06, and senior Jayden Mayhew in 395th in a time of 19:09.
Setting new personal bests at Wooster with Simione were sophomores Ezekiel Doyle at 20:53 and Cooper Moore at 19:46. Freshmen setting new career bests were Gillin, Ian Congo at 20:51, Jonah Gluck at 21:35, Jacoby McGee at 19:54, and Sebastian Morris at 24:48.
Next up for Boardman is the Spartan Invitational at BHS this Saturday with the varsity racing at 3pm and the JV at 3:30pm. The Invitational will welcome over 6,000 athletes and nearly 12,000 spectators to Boardman’s campus.
Wooster Invitational
Wooster High School
September 12, 2026
Wooster: Boardman junior Donovan Simione raced to a career-best time of 16:56 which placed him 70th out of 890 varsity and junior varsity runners at this year’s Wooster Invitational. Simione was joined by teammates senior Dylan White in 19th with a time of 16:13 and junior Jacob Turek in 38th with a time of 16:37 to lead the Spartans to an 11th place finish out of 31 Division II schools.
Joining them in the varsity race was senior Tommy Sullivan in 210th with a time of 18:01, freshman Austin Gillin in 220th with a career-best time of 18:06, and senior Jayden Mayhew in 395th in a time of 19:09.
Setting new personal bests at Wooster with Simione were sophomores Ezekiel Doyle at 20:53 and Cooper Moore at 19:46. Freshmen setting new career bests were Gillin, Ian Congo at 20:51, Jonah Gluck at 21:35, Jacoby McGee at 19:54, and Sebastian Morris at 24:48.
Next up for Boardman is the Spartan Invitational at BHS this Saturday with the varsity racing at 3pm and the JV at 3:30pm. The Invitational will welcome over 6,000 athletes and nearly 12,000 spectators to Boardman’s campus.
🧡⚽ KICK FOR A CURE: LEUKEMIA AWARENESS NIGHT ⚽🧡
Join Boardman Boys Soccer on Thursday, September 24 as the Spartans take on the Canfield Cardinals and come together for a cause that hits close to home.
This special Leukemia Awareness Night will support Levi Kulikowski, a Boardman Glenwood 8th grader who is battling leukemia.
🧡 JV: 5:30 PM
🧡 Varsity: 7:15 PM
📍 Boardman High School
The Boardman Soccer Association Youth Night will also be part of the evening as we bring our soccer community together to support Levi and his family.
All proceeds will benefit Levi.
One Team. • One Community. • One Fight. 🧡
Join Boardman Boys Soccer on Thursday, September 24 as the Spartans take on the Canfield Cardinals and come together for a cause that hits close to home.
This special Leukemia Awareness Night will support Levi Kulikowski, a Boardman Glenwood 8th grader who is battling leukemia.
🧡 JV: 5:30 PM
🧡 Varsity: 7:15 PM
📍 Boardman High School
The Boardman Soccer Association Youth Night will also be part of the evening as we bring our soccer community together to support Levi and his family.
All proceeds will benefit Levi.
One Team. • One Community. • One Fight. 🧡
The Freshman Volleyball team returned to action Monday night as they traveled to Austintown Fitch for a tri match against Fitch and Canfield.
In their first game the Spartans faced off against Fitch and fell in two sets, 15-25 and 19-25. The Spartans were very solid defensively, but had a tough time putting points away against the Falcons. Kailey Hughes led the defense with 15 digs and added 2 aces. Leylani Matos also added double digit digs with 13 and she added 3 kills and an assist. Leah Brown added 9 digs and 1 kill. Evvi McKee ran the offense with 8 assists and 1 kill. Maggie Benson added 3 digs, 3 kills, and 2 aces. Angellys Castellano and Evi Moore each added a kill.
In the second game against Canfield the Spartans fell in three sets. Despite winning the first set, the girls ultimately fell 25-19, 6-25, and 20-25. McKee led the way with a great all around game with 12 assists, 10 digs, 4 kills, 3 blocks, and 1 ace. Hughes added another 14 digs, 2 aces, and 1 assist. Benson added 11 digs, 7 kills, 1 ace and 1 block. Matos added 15 digs, 3 kills, 1 block and 1 assist. Moore added an ace and a kill. Brown added 4 digs and 1 kill. Addie Ison added two blocks.
The Spartans fall to 4-4 on the season and will return to action next Wednesday in another tri match, at Louisville.
In their first game the Spartans faced off against Fitch and fell in two sets, 15-25 and 19-25. The Spartans were very solid defensively, but had a tough time putting points away against the Falcons. Kailey Hughes led the defense with 15 digs and added 2 aces. Leylani Matos also added double digit digs with 13 and she added 3 kills and an assist. Leah Brown added 9 digs and 1 kill. Evvi McKee ran the offense with 8 assists and 1 kill. Maggie Benson added 3 digs, 3 kills, and 2 aces. Angellys Castellano and Evi Moore each added a kill.
In the second game against Canfield the Spartans fell in three sets. Despite winning the first set, the girls ultimately fell 25-19, 6-25, and 20-25. McKee led the way with a great all around game with 12 assists, 10 digs, 4 kills, 3 blocks, and 1 ace. Hughes added another 14 digs, 2 aces, and 1 assist. Benson added 11 digs, 7 kills, 1 ace and 1 block. Matos added 15 digs, 3 kills, 1 block and 1 assist. Moore added an ace and a kill. Brown added 4 digs and 1 kill. Addie Ison added two blocks.
The Spartans fall to 4-4 on the season and will return to action next Wednesday in another tri match, at Louisville.
On Saturday, the Spartans traveled to Marlington to take on the Dukes and dropped the match in heartbreaking fashion. The Spartans lost set 1 - 25-10, won set 2 - 25-21, and lost set 3 25-20.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Monica Matos with 4 aces and a kill. Kenzie Dugan-Boyer with three aces. Kylee Vittori also contributed with 4 kills. Kat Rudiak and Maggie Benson had 2 kills apiece. Autumn Miller got in with a kill as well. The Spartans' offense was run by Kat Rudiak with 6 assists and Brooklyn Bailey with 4 assists.
Defensively, the Spartans were led by Presley Holmes with 8 digs, Bailey with 7, Rudiak with 6, Matos with 4, Kylee Vittori and Benson had 3 each, and Dugan-Boyer had 2. Riley Seydlorsky got in on the action too with a dig.
The Spartans fall to 5-4 and look to rebound against Louisville at Louisville on Tuesday with the first set starting at 5:30.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Monica Matos with 4 aces and a kill. Kenzie Dugan-Boyer with three aces. Kylee Vittori also contributed with 4 kills. Kat Rudiak and Maggie Benson had 2 kills apiece. Autumn Miller got in with a kill as well. The Spartans' offense was run by Kat Rudiak with 6 assists and Brooklyn Bailey with 4 assists.
Defensively, the Spartans were led by Presley Holmes with 8 digs, Bailey with 7, Rudiak with 6, Matos with 4, Kylee Vittori and Benson had 3 each, and Dugan-Boyer had 2. Riley Seydlorsky got in on the action too with a dig.
The Spartans fall to 5-4 and look to rebound against Louisville at Louisville on Tuesday with the first set starting at 5:30.
Week in Review: September 8–10
Boardman White 8th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman White 8th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of September 8–10. The Spartans showed tremendous resilience on the road Tuesday, battling back from a first-set loss to earn a hard-fought three-set victory over Austintown Red. Boardman followed that performance with a tough loss to Howland on Thursday and now sits at 2-8 overall.
On Tuesday, the Spartans traveled to Austintown Red and earned an impressive three-set victory over the Falcons. After dropping the opening set, Boardman battled back and won the final two sets to secure the comeback victory. It was a true team effort, with every player contributing throughout the match. Audrey Bennett led the Spartans with seven aces, five kills, and four digs. Denayja Carter added three aces, two kills, and two digs, while Elyse Wallace recorded two aces, a kill, and six digs. Anna Tallman contributed an ace, four kills, and three digs. Andie Gerald added five digs, while Piersyn Haywood recorded a kill. Stella Rea contributed a kill and a dig, and Kylie Watts finished with a kill and three digs.
The Spartans returned home Thursday and took on Howland. Boardman battled hard but ultimately fell to the Tigers 2-0. Bennett contributed an ace, while Carter led the team at the net with four kills. Gerald added an ace, Tallman recorded an ace and a kill, and Wallace contributed two aces and two kills. Watts also had a strong night from the service line with two aces.
The Boardman White 8th Grade Volleyball team now sits at 2-8 on the season. The Spartans will look to build on Tuesday's comeback victory and continue improving as they travel to Canfield for their next match.
Boardman White 8th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman White 8th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of September 8–10. The Spartans showed tremendous resilience on the road Tuesday, battling back from a first-set loss to earn a hard-fought three-set victory over Austintown Red. Boardman followed that performance with a tough loss to Howland on Thursday and now sits at 2-8 overall.
On Tuesday, the Spartans traveled to Austintown Red and earned an impressive three-set victory over the Falcons. After dropping the opening set, Boardman battled back and won the final two sets to secure the comeback victory. It was a true team effort, with every player contributing throughout the match. Audrey Bennett led the Spartans with seven aces, five kills, and four digs. Denayja Carter added three aces, two kills, and two digs, while Elyse Wallace recorded two aces, a kill, and six digs. Anna Tallman contributed an ace, four kills, and three digs. Andie Gerald added five digs, while Piersyn Haywood recorded a kill. Stella Rea contributed a kill and a dig, and Kylie Watts finished with a kill and three digs.
The Spartans returned home Thursday and took on Howland. Boardman battled hard but ultimately fell to the Tigers 2-0. Bennett contributed an ace, while Carter led the team at the net with four kills. Gerald added an ace, Tallman recorded an ace and a kill, and Wallace contributed two aces and two kills. Watts also had a strong night from the service line with two aces.
The Boardman White 8th Grade Volleyball team now sits at 2-8 on the season. The Spartans will look to build on Tuesday's comeback victory and continue improving as they travel to Canfield for their next match.
Week in Review: September 8–10
Boardman White 7th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman White 7th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of September 8–10. The Spartans battled through a pair of extremely competitive sets on the road Tuesday before bouncing back Thursday with a strong home victory over Howland. Boardman now sits at 3-7 overall.
On Tuesday, the Spartans traveled to Austintown Red and battled the Falcons through two very close sets. Boardman ultimately fell 25-22 and 29-27, but continued to show tremendous fight throughout the match. Audrey Hoff led the team with five aces, a kill, and a dig, while Victoria Suchora anchored the defense with three digs. Riley LaRocca had a strong performance from the service line with three aces. Skout Rice added two digs and an ace, while Jordann Ray contributed an ace, a kill, and a dig. Makenna Kashmer chipped in two aces, and Vernice Robinson added an ace and a dig.
The Spartans bounced back Thursday night in front of the home crowd with a victory over Howland. Hoff once again led the way with four aces, three kills, and a dig. Kashmer and Robinson each contributed three aces, helping Boardman find success from the service line. Rice added an ace and a kill, while Ray recorded two digs. LaRocca also contributed a dig to help round out the Spartan effort.
The Boardman White 7th Grade Volleyball team improved to 3-7 on the season and will look to continue its momentum when the Spartans travel to Canfield on Monday.
Boardman White 7th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman White 7th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of September 8–10. The Spartans battled through a pair of extremely competitive sets on the road Tuesday before bouncing back Thursday with a strong home victory over Howland. Boardman now sits at 3-7 overall.
On Tuesday, the Spartans traveled to Austintown Red and battled the Falcons through two very close sets. Boardman ultimately fell 25-22 and 29-27, but continued to show tremendous fight throughout the match. Audrey Hoff led the team with five aces, a kill, and a dig, while Victoria Suchora anchored the defense with three digs. Riley LaRocca had a strong performance from the service line with three aces. Skout Rice added two digs and an ace, while Jordann Ray contributed an ace, a kill, and a dig. Makenna Kashmer chipped in two aces, and Vernice Robinson added an ace and a dig.
The Spartans bounced back Thursday night in front of the home crowd with a victory over Howland. Hoff once again led the way with four aces, three kills, and a dig. Kashmer and Robinson each contributed three aces, helping Boardman find success from the service line. Rice added an ace and a kill, while Ray recorded two digs. LaRocca also contributed a dig to help round out the Spartan effort.
The Boardman White 7th Grade Volleyball team improved to 3-7 on the season and will look to continue its momentum when the Spartans travel to Canfield on Monday.
Week in Review: September 8–10
Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of September 8–10. The Spartans battled through a tough loss against Salem before bouncing back with an impressive victory over Warren. Boardman now sits at 4-6 overall and continues to build momentum as the season progresses.
On Tuesday, September 8, the Spartans hosted the Salem Quakers. Boardman battled through several extended and exciting rallies but came up just short of earning the victory. Giuliana Ball led the Spartans from the service line with two aces and four points while also adding a kill. Mia Corey contributed three points and played a strong defensive game with two blocks and two digs. Julianah DiDomenico added an ace, a point, and two digs, while Alexa Duble recorded a block, a kill, and a dig. Reese Majors chipped in three points, while Josey Fiddler contributed two digs.
The Spartans responded in a big way on Thursday, traveling to Warren to take on the Raiders. Boardman put together a strong team performance and captured the victory in two straight sets. Duble led the offense with an outstanding performance from the service line, recording six aces, five points, two assists, and two kills. Ball was also hot from the service line with four aces and six points while adding five assists and a kill. Corey contributed four aces, three points, a kill, and a block, while DiDomenico added two aces, three points, two kills, and a dig. Italiano chipped in an ace and three points, while Fiddler added an ace. Mya Majors and Mila Dovas each contributed a kill to help complete the Spartan victory.
With the win over Warren, the Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball team improved to 4-6 on the season. The Spartans will look to keep their momentum going when they return to the road Monday to take on the Hubbard Eagles.
Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of September 8–10. The Spartans battled through a tough loss against Salem before bouncing back with an impressive victory over Warren. Boardman now sits at 4-6 overall and continues to build momentum as the season progresses.
On Tuesday, September 8, the Spartans hosted the Salem Quakers. Boardman battled through several extended and exciting rallies but came up just short of earning the victory. Giuliana Ball led the Spartans from the service line with two aces and four points while also adding a kill. Mia Corey contributed three points and played a strong defensive game with two blocks and two digs. Julianah DiDomenico added an ace, a point, and two digs, while Alexa Duble recorded a block, a kill, and a dig. Reese Majors chipped in three points, while Josey Fiddler contributed two digs.
The Spartans responded in a big way on Thursday, traveling to Warren to take on the Raiders. Boardman put together a strong team performance and captured the victory in two straight sets. Duble led the offense with an outstanding performance from the service line, recording six aces, five points, two assists, and two kills. Ball was also hot from the service line with four aces and six points while adding five assists and a kill. Corey contributed four aces, three points, a kill, and a block, while DiDomenico added two aces, three points, two kills, and a dig. Italiano chipped in an ace and three points, while Fiddler added an ace. Mya Majors and Mila Dovas each contributed a kill to help complete the Spartan victory.
With the win over Warren, the Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball team improved to 4-6 on the season. The Spartans will look to keep their momentum going when they return to the road Monday to take on the Hubbard Eagles.
