Week in Review: August 24–27
Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two matches during the week of August 24–27. The Spartans split the two contests, battling through a tough loss at Louisville before responding with an impressive victory over Austintown Red. Boardman now sits at 2-3 overall on the season.
On Tuesday, August 25, the Spartans traveled to Louisville to take on the Leopards. Boardman competed hard throughout the match but ultimately fell in two sets, 25-18 and 25-16. Mia Corey led the Spartans with eight points, five kills, one block, and one dig. Giuliana Ball contributed three aces, one point, six assists, and two kills, while Julianah DiDomenico added two points, an ace, an assist, three kills, and a dig. Nalyna Italiano served two aces and scored six points, while Reese Majors added three digs and a kill. Josey Fiddler contributed an ace, four points, and a dig. Maya Majors added an assist, while Alexa Duble recorded a dig.
The Spartans responded in a big way on Thursday, August 27, traveling to Austintown Red and earning an impressive 2-0 victory over the Falcons, 25-14 and 25-15. Boardman displayed tremendous grit, teamwork, and energy throughout the match. Corey dominated at the net with eight kills and a block while adding an ace, five points, and three digs. Ball helped direct the offense with an ace, four points, 12 assists, a kill, and a dig. DiDomenico contributed two aces, three points, a kill, and two digs, while Fiddler added two points, an assist, and an impressive six digs. Maya Majors and Duble each recorded three kills, with Duble also adding two digs. Majors contributed an ace, seven points, a kill, and two digs, while Italiano served three aces and added a point and a dig.
With the victory over Austintown Red, the Boardman Maroon 8th Grade Volleyball team improved to 2-3 on the season. The Spartans will look to carry the momentum from Thursday's strong performance into their next match as they return home on Monday, August 31, to take on the Howland Tigers.
Week in Review: August 24–27
Boardman Maroon 7th Grade Volleyball
The Boardman Maroon 7th Grade Volleyball team continued its season with two road matches during the week of August 24–27. The Spartans continued to compete hard and showed flashes of improvement as they work to find their first victory of the season.
On Tuesday, August 25, the Spartans traveled to Louisville to take on the Leopards. Boardman battled throughout the match but ultimately fell to Louisville in two sets. Gia Ball led the Spartans with four points, an ace, a kill, and a dig, while Ohana Dillard added two aces from the service line. The Spartans continued to gain valuable experience as they prepared for another road match later in the week.
On Thursday, Boardman traveled to Austintown Red and fell 2-0, dropping the Spartans' season record to 0-5. Ball once again led the way with an impressive performance, recording three aces, three points, five kills, and a dig. Lena Ross contributed two assists and a kill, while Annie Montgomery and Alivia Vukovich each added a dig. Gianna McKinnon also contributed a kill for the Spartans.
Although Boardman is still searching for its first win, the Maroon 7th Grade Volleyball team continues to show determination and growth with each match. The Spartans will look to build on their experience from the first two weeks of the season as they continue conference play and work toward getting into the win column.
Spartans Tennis Sweep Warren G. Harding, 5–0
The Boardman girls tennis team continued its strong season Tuesday with a dominant 5–0 victory over Warren G. Harding, improving the Spartans to 9–2 overall and 4–2 in the AAC.
Boardman controlled the match, dropping just three games across the five varsity matches while also turning in strong performances in the junior varsity.
First singles, Nina Sinchak set the tone for the Spartans with a commanding 6–0, 6–0 victory.
Second singles, Vasilija Crnjak
delivered another flawless performance at second singles, defeating her opponent 6–0, 6–0.
Third singles, Katie Moser continued the Spartans’ strong start with a 6–1, 6–0 win. Moser surrendered just one game in the opening set before closing out the second set without dropping a game.
The first doubles team of Reese Murray and Sveva Ceccarani also put together an impressive performance, defeating Harding 6–1, 6–1.
Kenzie Tobey and Sophia Testa second doubles team had another shutout defeating their opponents 6–0, 6–0.
With all five varsity courts going to the Spartans, Boardman secured the 5–0 team victory.
JV / Exhibition
Boardman’s JV players also took advantage of the opportunity to compete. Riley Zelesnak earned a 6–0 exhibition victory over Harding, adding another shutout to the afternoon.
In JV doubles, Reagan Ridgley and Chloe Raghanti teamed up, also earning a 6–0 victory, finishing the afternoon with a clean sweep.
Yesterday, the Spartans took on the Girard Indians at Girard and returned victorious after defeating Girard in 3 sets!
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Monica Matos with 9 kills! Next up, Kylee Vittori, Kat Rudiak, and Leylani Matos had 5 kills! Brooklyn Bailey added two kills. Rudiak and Vittori had 4 aces apiece! Rudiak and Bailey combined for a total of 23 assists!
Defensively, the Spartans were led by Vittori with 7 digs, followed by Leylani Matos with 3 digs. Kenzie Dugan-Boyer and Monica Matos each had two digs apiece.
The Spartans return to action Wednesday against Mooney and at Mooney with the first set starting at 5:30p.m.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Monica Matos with 9 kills! Next up, Kylee Vittori, Kat Rudiak, and Leylani Matos had 5 kills! Brooklyn Bailey added two kills. Rudiak and Vittori had 4 aces apiece! Rudiak and Bailey combined for a total of 23 assists!
Defensively, the Spartans were led by Vittori with 7 digs, followed by Leylani Matos with 3 digs. Kenzie Dugan-Boyer and Monica Matos each had two digs apiece.
The Spartans return to action Wednesday against Mooney and at Mooney with the first set starting at 5:30p.m.
SPARTANS SWEEP GIRARD & CELEBRATE A MILESTONE!
The Spartans hit the road last night and came away with a 3-0 sweep over the Girard Indians, earning their first victory of the season in impressive fashion!
The night was made even more special as Maya Flores reached an incredible milestone — 1,000 career kills! Maya dominated the match with 23 kills while adding 21 digs to her outstanding performance. Congratulations, Maya, on an incredible accomplishment!
Maya was surrounded by an outstanding team effort that powered the Spartans to victory. Lili Ison contributed 6 kills, 3 blocks, and 2 digs, while Addie Volosin, Brooklyn Golubic, and Gabriella Ball each added 2 kills**.
Running the Spartan offense, Emma Terlesky recorded 15 assists and Gianna Commons added 18 assists, with both players contributing 7 digs apiece.
The Spartans were strong defensively as well, with Korinne Hernon recording 10 digs and 2 assists, while Xy'Asia Gilford added 4 digs.
Making her first varsity appearance, freshman Kat Rudiak made an immediate impact with 5 digs, 3 aces, and 2 kills!
Next Match: The Spartans travel to Mooney on Wednesday at 7:00 PM. Come out and support the team!
The Spartans hit the road last night and came away with a 3-0 sweep over the Girard Indians, earning their first victory of the season in impressive fashion!
The night was made even more special as Maya Flores reached an incredible milestone — 1,000 career kills! Maya dominated the match with 23 kills while adding 21 digs to her outstanding performance. Congratulations, Maya, on an incredible accomplishment!
Maya was surrounded by an outstanding team effort that powered the Spartans to victory. Lili Ison contributed 6 kills, 3 blocks, and 2 digs, while Addie Volosin, Brooklyn Golubic, and Gabriella Ball each added 2 kills**.
Running the Spartan offense, Emma Terlesky recorded 15 assists and Gianna Commons added 18 assists, with both players contributing 7 digs apiece.
The Spartans were strong defensively as well, with Korinne Hernon recording 10 digs and 2 assists, while Xy'Asia Gilford added 4 digs.
Making her first varsity appearance, freshman Kat Rudiak made an immediate impact with 5 digs, 3 aces, and 2 kills!
Next Match: The Spartans travel to Mooney on Wednesday at 7:00 PM. Come out and support the team!
Spartans Rally Past Warren JFK in Hard-Fought Varsity Match
The Boardman Spartans battled Warren JFK in a competitive varsity matchup, coming away with a 3-2 team victory after a pivotal finish at third singles.
At first singles, Nina Sinchak set the tone for the Spartans with a dominant performance, cruising to a 6-1, 6-0 victory.
At second singles, Vasilija Crnjak fought hard but fell to her opponent 2-6, 1-6, bringing the overall match score closer.
In first doubles, Reese Murray and Stella Mitchell faced a tough challenge, falling 5-7, 1-6.
At second doubles, Kenzie Tobey and Sophia Testa came through with an important win, defeating their opponents 7-5, 6-1. After a tight opening set, the Spartans took control in the second, closing out the match decisively.
The pivotal match came at third singles, where Katie Moser delivered when the Spartans needed it most. Moser dropped a close first set 4-6, but battled back to take the second set 7-5. With the match tied at 2-2 in the third set, Moser’s opponent was forced to retire due to medical reasons. The retirement gave Boardman the match point and secured the Spartans’ overall victory.
🏐 1,000 KILLS! ❤️🏐
Congratulations to senior Maya Flores on reaching an incredible career milestone tonight against Girard — 1,000 career kills! 👏🏼🔥
What makes this accomplishment even more impressive? Maya reached 1,000 kills in just the fourth match of her senior season! And with so much volleyball still ahead of her, there’s plenty of time to build on this already incredible achievement.
Congratulations, Maya! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what’s next!
1,000 down. So much more to go.
Boys Cross Country Results
Painesville Riverside HOKA Kickoff Classic Invitational
Spire Institute
August 29, 2026
Geneva: The Boardman Spartan Cross Country Team opened their season on Saturday, August 29th at The HOKA Kickoff Classic Invitational at Spire Institute in Geneva placing 24th overall out of 48 teams representing the top programs in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Leading the Spartans was senior Dylan White finishing 20th overall out of 664 varsity and junior varsity runners in a career-best time of 16:09. That time places White 18th all time in Boardman High School history. Finishing next for the Spartans was junior Jacob Turek in a time of 16:37 which placed him 42nd overall. He was followed by senior Tommy Sullivan in a time of 17:42 which was good enough for 159th place. Junior Donovan Simione was next up in 188th place in a time of 17:58, and freshman Austin Gillin in a time of 18:43 which placed him 284th.
Setting new career bests at Riverside were: White, sophomore Ezekiel Doyle at 20:58, sophomore Cooper Moore at 20:13, freshman Ian Congo at 21:31, Gillin, freshman Jonah Gluck at 22:19, freshman Robert Lape at 21:12, freshman Jacoby McGee at 20:21, and freshman Sebastian Morris at 26:24..
Next up for Boardman is the Wooster Invitational at Wooster High School on September 12th; the Spartans varsity will run at 9:00 am, and the JV at 10:05 am.
On Saturday morning the BGJHS Cross Country Teams opened up their season at the very competitive Salem Early Bird Cross Country Meet at Salem's Memorial Park.
It was an impressive start for the BGJHS Boys' Team, who took 1st place overall, defeating 9 area teams in the meet. The Boys' Team was led by Ury Doyle who placed 1st overall out of 114 runners with a time of 12:09.61. Four other Spartans finished in the top 15 at the meet. Ibrahem Mohmmned (5th), Jacob Lape (8th), Nathan Bero (10th), and Grady Rowan (13th) all had outstanding races for the Spartans. Rounding out the top seven for the team were Tony Micthell (17th) and Grayson Piper (28th).
The BGJHS Girls' Team took 8th place. The Girls' Team was led by seventh grader Willow Yanulaitis who placed 8th overall out of 108 runners. The rest of the top seven runners for the Girls' team were Savannah Thomas, Alivia Brett, Allana Attenberger, Ariella Gerchak, Selena Mallin, and Marilyn Evans.
The Spartans will open Suburban League action on Tuesday as they head over to Woodland Park in McDonald, with the girls' race at 5:50 and the boys' at 6:20 PM.
It was an impressive start for the BGJHS Boys' Team, who took 1st place overall, defeating 9 area teams in the meet. The Boys' Team was led by Ury Doyle who placed 1st overall out of 114 runners with a time of 12:09.61. Four other Spartans finished in the top 15 at the meet. Ibrahem Mohmmned (5th), Jacob Lape (8th), Nathan Bero (10th), and Grady Rowan (13th) all had outstanding races for the Spartans. Rounding out the top seven for the team were Tony Micthell (17th) and Grayson Piper (28th).
The BGJHS Girls' Team took 8th place. The Girls' Team was led by seventh grader Willow Yanulaitis who placed 8th overall out of 108 runners. The rest of the top seven runners for the Girls' team were Savannah Thomas, Alivia Brett, Allana Attenberger, Ariella Gerchak, Selena Mallin, and Marilyn Evans.
The Spartans will open Suburban League action on Tuesday as they head over to Woodland Park in McDonald, with the girls' race at 5:50 and the boys' at 6:20 PM.
Lady Spartans Open Season at HOKA Night XC Showcase
The Lady Spartan Cross Country team opened the 2026 season Saturday night at the HOKA Night XC Showcase at SPIRE Academy. Competing in a field of 51 teams and 396 runners, the Spartans finished 12th overall, putting together a strong showing against a highly competitive field that included teams from Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
The HOKA Night XC Showcase provided an exciting start to the season! The race began at 10:10 p.m., with much of the course lit only by string lights along the course boundaries. Despite the darkness, the course was mostly flat and temperatures were favorable for racing.
Senior Olivia Brady led the Spartans with a 22nd-place finish in 19:15.89. Sophomore Kealia Bravo was next across the line, finishing 75th in 20:32.80. Freshman Abby Marks had an impressive high school debut, placing 108th in 20:57.37, while junior Haley Bero finished close behind in 111th with a time of 20:59.56. Junior Mia Duble, a first-year cross country runner, continued the strong showing by finishing 182nd in 21:55.02. Sophomore Matilda Mausteller placed 231st in 22:38.20, followed by fellow sophomore Jemma Pavone, who finished 259th in 23:05.58.
The Spartans also saw promising performances from three additional freshmen competing in their first high school cross country race. Rylie Pavone finished eighth among Spartan runners in 23:11.25, followed by Zara Harlan in ninth at 23:20.83 and Yahayra Tenecela in tenth at 23:30.32. The three freshmen finished within 20 seconds of one another, showing valuable depth for the Lady Spartans early in the season.
The Spartans brought 10 runners to the season opener (half of whom are first-year runners) and used the meet as an opportunity to get some early-season racing experience against a deep and talented field. Finishing 12th out of 51 teams was an encouraging start as the team prepares to bring its full roster to compete next weekend!
The Lady Spartans will return to action this Saturday, September 5, at Marlington’s Ashley White Invitational. The varsity race will begin at 9:00 a.m., with the open race scheduled for 10:00 a.m.
The Lady Spartan Cross Country team opened the 2026 season Saturday night at the HOKA Night XC Showcase at SPIRE Academy. Competing in a field of 51 teams and 396 runners, the Spartans finished 12th overall, putting together a strong showing against a highly competitive field that included teams from Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
The HOKA Night XC Showcase provided an exciting start to the season! The race began at 10:10 p.m., with much of the course lit only by string lights along the course boundaries. Despite the darkness, the course was mostly flat and temperatures were favorable for racing.
Senior Olivia Brady led the Spartans with a 22nd-place finish in 19:15.89. Sophomore Kealia Bravo was next across the line, finishing 75th in 20:32.80. Freshman Abby Marks had an impressive high school debut, placing 108th in 20:57.37, while junior Haley Bero finished close behind in 111th with a time of 20:59.56. Junior Mia Duble, a first-year cross country runner, continued the strong showing by finishing 182nd in 21:55.02. Sophomore Matilda Mausteller placed 231st in 22:38.20, followed by fellow sophomore Jemma Pavone, who finished 259th in 23:05.58.
The Spartans also saw promising performances from three additional freshmen competing in their first high school cross country race. Rylie Pavone finished eighth among Spartan runners in 23:11.25, followed by Zara Harlan in ninth at 23:20.83 and Yahayra Tenecela in tenth at 23:30.32. The three freshmen finished within 20 seconds of one another, showing valuable depth for the Lady Spartans early in the season.
The Spartans brought 10 runners to the season opener (half of whom are first-year runners) and used the meet as an opportunity to get some early-season racing experience against a deep and talented field. Finishing 12th out of 51 teams was an encouraging start as the team prepares to bring its full roster to compete next weekend!
The Lady Spartans will return to action this Saturday, September 5, at Marlington’s Ashley White Invitational. The varsity race will begin at 9:00 a.m., with the open race scheduled for 10:00 a.m.
Boardman Girls Tennis vs. Louisville
The Spartans battled Louisville Thursday, ultimately falling 4-1 in a competitive match.
1st Singles — Nina Sinchak came out strong at 1st singles, earning Boardman’s lone varsity victory of the day with a convincing 6-2, 6-2 straight-set win.
2nd Singles — Vasilija Crnjak faced a tough opponent at 2nd singles, falling 0-6, 4-6. After a difficult first set, she battled back and made the second set much more competitive.
3rd Singles — Katie Moser put together one of the day’s biggest battles. After taking the first set 6-2, she dropped a close second set 5-7 before Louisville pulled away in the third, 3-6. Katie fought all the way through a hard-fought three-set match.
1st Doubles — Sveva Ceccarani & Reese Murray got off to a great start, taking the opening set 6-3. Louisville responded in the second and third sets, but the pair continued to battle before falling 2-6, 2-6.
2nd Doubles — Kenzie Tobey & Stella Mitchell had a back-and-forth opening set that went all the way to a tiebreak. Louisville took the tiebreak 7-3 before winning the second set 6-2. The Spartans fought hard throughout a competitive match.
JV Action:
Sophia Testa & Reagan Ridgley battled to a 4-6 finish.
Riley Zelesnak & Chloe Raghanti fell 3-6 in another competitive match.
Addison & Chloe Smith finished 1-6.
Yaqi Lu & Sam Stanton battled hard, finishing 2-6.
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NEW SCHOOL RECORD ALERT!
Congratulations to Boardman Volleyball senior Maya Flores on reaching an incredible milestone — 43 kills per match during the 2026 season in last night's match vs. Warren JFK! 👏
Congratulations, Maya! Keep swinging!
We are SPARTAN PROUD!
Congratulations to Boardman Volleyball senior Maya Flores on reaching an incredible milestone — 43 kills per match during the 2026 season in last night's match vs. Warren JFK! 👏
Congratulations, Maya! Keep swinging!
We are SPARTAN PROUD!
The Spartans fought hard last night but came up short against Warren JFK. They battled through five long sets, with scores of 22-25, 28-26, 24-26, 25-16, and 11-15.
The Spartans were led by Maya Flores, who recorded 43 kills and 19 digs. Lili Ison continued to lead the dominant offense with 9 kills and 3 blocks, while Addie Volosin contributed 4 kills and Gabriella Ball added 4 blocks.
The Spartan defense was anchored by Korinne Hernon, who tallied 30 digs. Gianna Commons contributed 28 assists and 18 digs, while Emma Terlesky added 19 assists and 9 digs.
The Spartans will continue their season on Monday, August 31, against Girard at Girard. The match will begin at the conclusion of the JV match.
The Spartans were led by Maya Flores, who recorded 43 kills and 19 digs. Lili Ison continued to lead the dominant offense with 9 kills and 3 blocks, while Addie Volosin contributed 4 kills and Gabriella Ball added 4 blocks.
The Spartan defense was anchored by Korinne Hernon, who tallied 30 digs. Gianna Commons contributed 28 assists and 18 digs, while Emma Terlesky added 19 assists and 9 digs.
The Spartans will continue their season on Monday, August 31, against Girard at Girard. The match will begin at the conclusion of the JV match.
The Lady Spartans went into last night's game against Warren JFK with a FIRE. The Spartans took both sets in dominating fashion winning 25-8 and 25-17.
Offensively, the Lady Spartans were led by sisters Monica and Leylani Matos with 5 kills apiece. Kat Rudiak followed with 3 kills, Kylee Vittori with 2 kills, and Brooklyn Bailey with 1 kill. Rudiak added 8 assists and Brooklyn Bailey notched 4 assists. Kat Rudiak, Brooklyn Bailey, and Monica Matos had 2 aces apiece. Kylee Vittori and Presley Holmes each added 1 ace apiece.
Defensively, the Lady Spartans were led by Rudiak with 3 digs, and L. Matos with 3 digs. Kailey Hughes also added 1 dig! Monica Matos added two blocks!
The Lady Spartans currently sit at 1-2 and look to get back in the action on Monday at Girard at 5:30!
Offensively, the Lady Spartans were led by sisters Monica and Leylani Matos with 5 kills apiece. Kat Rudiak followed with 3 kills, Kylee Vittori with 2 kills, and Brooklyn Bailey with 1 kill. Rudiak added 8 assists and Brooklyn Bailey notched 4 assists. Kat Rudiak, Brooklyn Bailey, and Monica Matos had 2 aces apiece. Kylee Vittori and Presley Holmes each added 1 ace apiece.
Defensively, the Lady Spartans were led by Rudiak with 3 digs, and L. Matos with 3 digs. Kailey Hughes also added 1 dig! Monica Matos added two blocks!
The Lady Spartans currently sit at 1-2 and look to get back in the action on Monday at Girard at 5:30!
Spartans Tie Eagles in Slow Motion
Boardman traveled to Warren JFK on Thursday. It was Boardman who would score the first goal 20 minutes into the first half from a Diego Salinas tap in, assisted by Oswaldo Salinas. However, soon after a string of defensive errors resulted in a JFK equalizer. The Final 20 minutes of the first half and the entire second half of the contest was a slow, dragged out, slow motion game of soccer. The Spartans could not find their second gear and the contest ended 1-1. Ben Kelso recorded 6 saves, and the Spartans record now stands at 1-2-1.
The Spartans travel to North Canton Hoover on Tuesday to take on the Vikings for JV and Varsity contests.
Boardman traveled to Warren JFK on Thursday. It was Boardman who would score the first goal 20 minutes into the first half from a Diego Salinas tap in, assisted by Oswaldo Salinas. However, soon after a string of defensive errors resulted in a JFK equalizer. The Final 20 minutes of the first half and the entire second half of the contest was a slow, dragged out, slow motion game of soccer. The Spartans could not find their second gear and the contest ended 1-1. Ben Kelso recorded 6 saves, and the Spartans record now stands at 1-2-1.
The Spartans travel to North Canton Hoover on Tuesday to take on the Vikings for JV and Varsity contests.
The Boardman Glenwood 7th Grade Spartans continued their impressive start to the season Wednesday evening, earning a dominant 44-0 victory over the West Branch Warriors. The win improves the Spartans to 2-0 on the season.
Boardman wasted no time getting on the scoreboard. On the first play of the game, West Branch fumbled, and Jaceon LaBooth picked up the loose ball and stumbled his way into the end zone for a touchdown. Just 20 seconds into the game, the Spartans had taken a 6-0 lead.
The defense continued to make plays on West Branch's ensuing possession. Facing fourth down and long, Warriors quarterback Brandt Stryffeler attempted a pass that was intercepted by Parker Birch, who returned it 35 yards to the West Branch 17-yard line.
The Spartans quickly took advantage of the field position. Maddox Ison set up the drive with a 13-yard gain, and quarterback Grady Gozur capped it off with a 4-yard touchdown run to extend Boardman's lead to 12-0.
Later in the first quarter, Ison took an end-around handoff and raced 44 yards to the end zone. Birch added the two-point conversion, giving the Spartans a commanding 20-0 lead.
Boardman's defense continued to create turnovers in the second quarter. Stryffeler's pass was intercepted once again, this time by Scott Stanford, who returned it 56 yards for a touchdown. Ison added the two-point conversion, pushing the Spartans' advantage to 28-0.
The scoring was not finished in the first half. After forcing a turnover on downs, Boardman put together another strong drive. On the final play from scrimmage of the first half, Gozur found the end zone from three yards out for his second touchdown of the game. CJ Jennings added the two-point conversion, and the Spartans headed into halftime with a 36-0 lead.
Boardman added one more score on its opening drive of the second half. Caleb Mitchell broke free for a 30-yard gain, and on the following play, Jennings raced 34 yards for a touchdown. Mitchell added the two-point conversion to give the Spartans a 44-0 advantage, which would stand as the final score.
The Spartans displayed a balanced rushing attack, with 12 different players carrying the football. Ison led the way with 61 rushing yards, while Jennings added 37 yards. Mitchell rushed for 30 yards, Gozur added 15, Jayden Pixley had 14, Amare West-Ditullio contributed 10, and Keon Spivey added nine yards. Dennis Golubic, Ryder Bright, Rome Jackson, Maliik Cleveland, and Birch combined for eight additional yards.
Defensively, the Spartans were dominant from start to finish, forcing three turnovers and holding West Branch to just 14 total yards of offense.
Jayden Pixley led the way with three tackles, all of which were tackles for loss. Ison had an outstanding all-around defensive performance with a sack, a tackle for loss, a solo tackle, an assist, and a quarterback hurry. West-Ditullio added two tackles, including one for loss, along with an assist.
Jonah Timblin recorded a sack, while Cayden Voss contributed a quarterback hurry. Golubic finished with a tackle and an assist, while Jase McKee recorded a tackle and two assists. John Balogh, Ryder Bright, Maliik Cleveland, Gozur, Spivey, and Rome Jackson each added one tackle.
With the victory, Boardman improves to 2-0 and will travel to Youngstown Middle School next Wednesday for a 5:00 PM matchup at Rayen Stadium.
Boardman wasted no time getting on the scoreboard. On the first play of the game, West Branch fumbled, and Jaceon LaBooth picked up the loose ball and stumbled his way into the end zone for a touchdown. Just 20 seconds into the game, the Spartans had taken a 6-0 lead.
The defense continued to make plays on West Branch's ensuing possession. Facing fourth down and long, Warriors quarterback Brandt Stryffeler attempted a pass that was intercepted by Parker Birch, who returned it 35 yards to the West Branch 17-yard line.
The Spartans quickly took advantage of the field position. Maddox Ison set up the drive with a 13-yard gain, and quarterback Grady Gozur capped it off with a 4-yard touchdown run to extend Boardman's lead to 12-0.
Later in the first quarter, Ison took an end-around handoff and raced 44 yards to the end zone. Birch added the two-point conversion, giving the Spartans a commanding 20-0 lead.
Boardman's defense continued to create turnovers in the second quarter. Stryffeler's pass was intercepted once again, this time by Scott Stanford, who returned it 56 yards for a touchdown. Ison added the two-point conversion, pushing the Spartans' advantage to 28-0.
The scoring was not finished in the first half. After forcing a turnover on downs, Boardman put together another strong drive. On the final play from scrimmage of the first half, Gozur found the end zone from three yards out for his second touchdown of the game. CJ Jennings added the two-point conversion, and the Spartans headed into halftime with a 36-0 lead.
Boardman added one more score on its opening drive of the second half. Caleb Mitchell broke free for a 30-yard gain, and on the following play, Jennings raced 34 yards for a touchdown. Mitchell added the two-point conversion to give the Spartans a 44-0 advantage, which would stand as the final score.
The Spartans displayed a balanced rushing attack, with 12 different players carrying the football. Ison led the way with 61 rushing yards, while Jennings added 37 yards. Mitchell rushed for 30 yards, Gozur added 15, Jayden Pixley had 14, Amare West-Ditullio contributed 10, and Keon Spivey added nine yards. Dennis Golubic, Ryder Bright, Rome Jackson, Maliik Cleveland, and Birch combined for eight additional yards.
Defensively, the Spartans were dominant from start to finish, forcing three turnovers and holding West Branch to just 14 total yards of offense.
Jayden Pixley led the way with three tackles, all of which were tackles for loss. Ison had an outstanding all-around defensive performance with a sack, a tackle for loss, a solo tackle, an assist, and a quarterback hurry. West-Ditullio added two tackles, including one for loss, along with an assist.
Jonah Timblin recorded a sack, while Cayden Voss contributed a quarterback hurry. Golubic finished with a tackle and an assist, while Jase McKee recorded a tackle and two assists. John Balogh, Ryder Bright, Maliik Cleveland, Gozur, Spivey, and Rome Jackson each added one tackle.
With the victory, Boardman improves to 2-0 and will travel to Youngstown Middle School next Wednesday for a 5:00 PM matchup at Rayen Stadium.
The Lady Spartans battled hard against West Branch last night, but ultimately fell in four sets. The final scores were 15-25, 18-25, 25-23, and 8-25.
Maya Flores led the Spartans offensively with 19 kills while also contributing 13 digs. Lili Ison added 7 kills, 3 digs, and 1 block, while Gabriella Ball recorded 5 kills, 1 block, and 6 points. Natalie Ludban contributed 1 kill and 1 dig, and Addie Volosin finished with 3 kills and 11 points.
The Spartan offense was orchestrated by Gianna Commons, who recorded 17 assists and 4 digs. Emma Terlesky added 11 assists and 7 digs. On the defensive end, Korinne Hernon led the team with 12 digs.
The Lady Spartans will look to bounce back tonight when they host JFK. The varsity match will follow the conclusion of the JV match.
Maya Flores led the Spartans offensively with 19 kills while also contributing 13 digs. Lili Ison added 7 kills, 3 digs, and 1 block, while Gabriella Ball recorded 5 kills, 1 block, and 6 points. Natalie Ludban contributed 1 kill and 1 dig, and Addie Volosin finished with 3 kills and 11 points.
The Spartan offense was orchestrated by Gianna Commons, who recorded 17 assists and 4 digs. Emma Terlesky added 11 assists and 7 digs. On the defensive end, Korinne Hernon led the team with 12 digs.
The Lady Spartans will look to bounce back tonight when they host JFK. The varsity match will follow the conclusion of the JV match.
The Boardman Glenwood 8th Grade Spartans continued their strong start to the season Wednesday evening, earning a 36-20 victory over West Branch to improve to 2-0 on the year.
The Spartans rode the legs of tailback Trentan Clinkscale all evening, as he put together a performance to remember. On Boardman’s first offensive play of the game, Clinkscale took the handoff and raced 61 yards for a touchdown, aided by several key blocks, including strong work up front from Nicholas DiRocco and Evan Miller.
West Branch answered on its next possession when quarterback Jensen Sanor connected with Tyler Brink on a 25-yard touchdown pass. Both teams were unsuccessful on their two-point attempts, leaving the score tied at 6-6.
Boardman responded on its ensuing drive. Darrian Harper found the end zone from 10 yards out, and Aaron Boyer added the two-point conversion to give the Spartans a 14-6 lead early in the second quarter. That score held through halftime as both teams regrouped for the second half.
The Spartans opened the second half with a fumble, but the defense quickly responded by forcing West Branch to punt. Clinkscale then made his presence felt once again, returning the punt 66 yards for a touchdown. TJ Pixley added the two-point conversion, extending Boardman’s lead to 22-6.
West Branch refused to go away. Sanor again found Brink, this time on a 44-yard touchdown pass. The two-point attempt was unsuccessful, keeping Boardman’s lead at 22-12.
Early in the fourth quarter, Clinkscale struck again, breaking free for a 65-yard touchdown run to push the Spartans' advantage to 28-12. However, the Warriors continued to battle. Sanor connected with Brock Morris for a 23-yard touchdown, and West Branch converted the two-point attempt to cut the Boardman lead to 28-20.
Once again, Clinkscale provided the answer. On the Spartans' next possession, he scampered 62 yards before being chased down at the 3-yard line. Pixley finished the drive with a 3-yard touchdown run, while Boyer added the two-point conversion to give Boardman a 36-20 lead, which would stand as the final score.
Despite allowing 20 points, the Spartans played well defensively, while giving up 231 total yards.
Clinkscale, Landen Prozy, and Lucas Prozy led Boardman with five tackles each. Landen Prozy added three tackles for loss, while Lucas Prozy recorded two tackles for loss and a sack. Harper, DJ Neely, and Boyer each contributed three tackles, with Neely and Boyer each adding a tackle for loss.
Mason Acevedo recorded two tackles, while Cam Brown, Brayden Asimakopolous, Ethan McNutt, Bentley Hahn, and several other Spartans contributed defensively. Landen Prozy led the team with four assisted tackles, while Asimakopolous had three assists. Harper, Noah Roth, Laffeyete Jackson, Ace Miller, Boyer, Clinkscale, Neely, and Acevedo each added one assist.
Boyer also recorded a defensive hurry, while Omar Askar broke up two passes and Harper added one pass breakup.
Offensively, Boardman totaled 287 yards. Clinkscale led the way with three total touchdowns, including two rushing touchdowns. He rushed for 210 yards and totaled 276 yards from scrimmage in an outstanding all-around performance.
Harper added 22 rushing yards and a touchdown. Boyer rushed for 29 yards and contributed two two-point conversions. Pixley gained eight yards while scoring a touchdown and adding a two-point conversion. Brown also connected with Boyer on a 9-yard pass for Boardman’s lone completion of the evening.
The Spartans will look to continue their undefeated start next Wednesday when they travel to Youngstown Middle School for a 6:45 PM matchup with the Youngstown Defenders.
The Spartans rode the legs of tailback Trentan Clinkscale all evening, as he put together a performance to remember. On Boardman’s first offensive play of the game, Clinkscale took the handoff and raced 61 yards for a touchdown, aided by several key blocks, including strong work up front from Nicholas DiRocco and Evan Miller.
West Branch answered on its next possession when quarterback Jensen Sanor connected with Tyler Brink on a 25-yard touchdown pass. Both teams were unsuccessful on their two-point attempts, leaving the score tied at 6-6.
Boardman responded on its ensuing drive. Darrian Harper found the end zone from 10 yards out, and Aaron Boyer added the two-point conversion to give the Spartans a 14-6 lead early in the second quarter. That score held through halftime as both teams regrouped for the second half.
The Spartans opened the second half with a fumble, but the defense quickly responded by forcing West Branch to punt. Clinkscale then made his presence felt once again, returning the punt 66 yards for a touchdown. TJ Pixley added the two-point conversion, extending Boardman’s lead to 22-6.
West Branch refused to go away. Sanor again found Brink, this time on a 44-yard touchdown pass. The two-point attempt was unsuccessful, keeping Boardman’s lead at 22-12.
Early in the fourth quarter, Clinkscale struck again, breaking free for a 65-yard touchdown run to push the Spartans' advantage to 28-12. However, the Warriors continued to battle. Sanor connected with Brock Morris for a 23-yard touchdown, and West Branch converted the two-point attempt to cut the Boardman lead to 28-20.
Once again, Clinkscale provided the answer. On the Spartans' next possession, he scampered 62 yards before being chased down at the 3-yard line. Pixley finished the drive with a 3-yard touchdown run, while Boyer added the two-point conversion to give Boardman a 36-20 lead, which would stand as the final score.
Despite allowing 20 points, the Spartans played well defensively, while giving up 231 total yards.
Clinkscale, Landen Prozy, and Lucas Prozy led Boardman with five tackles each. Landen Prozy added three tackles for loss, while Lucas Prozy recorded two tackles for loss and a sack. Harper, DJ Neely, and Boyer each contributed three tackles, with Neely and Boyer each adding a tackle for loss.
Mason Acevedo recorded two tackles, while Cam Brown, Brayden Asimakopolous, Ethan McNutt, Bentley Hahn, and several other Spartans contributed defensively. Landen Prozy led the team with four assisted tackles, while Asimakopolous had three assists. Harper, Noah Roth, Laffeyete Jackson, Ace Miller, Boyer, Clinkscale, Neely, and Acevedo each added one assist.
Boyer also recorded a defensive hurry, while Omar Askar broke up two passes and Harper added one pass breakup.
Offensively, Boardman totaled 287 yards. Clinkscale led the way with three total touchdowns, including two rushing touchdowns. He rushed for 210 yards and totaled 276 yards from scrimmage in an outstanding all-around performance.
Harper added 22 rushing yards and a touchdown. Boyer rushed for 29 yards and contributed two two-point conversions. Pixley gained eight yards while scoring a touchdown and adding a two-point conversion. Brown also connected with Boyer on a 9-yard pass for Boardman’s lone completion of the evening.
The Spartans will look to continue their undefeated start next Wednesday when they travel to Youngstown Middle School for a 6:45 PM matchup with the Youngstown Defenders.
The Boardman Freshman Volleyball team earned their first win of the season in dominating fashion defeating Akron Firestone in two sets, 25-5 and 25-7. The girls used a complete team effort to control the game from start to finish.
Leah Brown was dominant from the service line with 10 aces and also added 3 kills and 1 dig. Evvi McKee led the offense with 8 assists as well as 2 kills and an ace. Maggie Benson added 4 aces, 2 kills, and 2 digs. Leylani Matos added an ace, 5 kills, and 1 dig. Kailey Hughes provided great defense from the libero position and added an ace. Evi Moore (1 block) and Addie Ison (1 kill) led the defense from the middle and Angellys Castellano added a dig.
The Spartans improve to 1-1 on the season and will return to action next Wednesday when they host Crestview.
Leah Brown was dominant from the service line with 10 aces and also added 3 kills and 1 dig. Evvi McKee led the offense with 8 assists as well as 2 kills and an ace. Maggie Benson added 4 aces, 2 kills, and 2 digs. Leylani Matos added an ace, 5 kills, and 1 dig. Kailey Hughes provided great defense from the libero position and added an ace. Evi Moore (1 block) and Addie Ison (1 kill) led the defense from the middle and Angellys Castellano added a dig.
The Spartans improve to 1-1 on the season and will return to action next Wednesday when they host Crestview.
