Gregory, Thatcher lead Lady Knights past Antwerp 9-3
ANTWERP — Raeley Franklin went 3-for-4, but Antwerp fell to Crestview 9-3 on Saturday. Franklin singled in the first, third and seventh innings.
ANTWERP — Raeley Franklin went 3-for-4, but Antwerp fell to Crestview 9-3 on Saturday. Franklin singled in the first, third and seventh innings.

OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville Lady Green (1-3) struggled to keep pace with a surging Wayne Trace (1-3) squad Monday evening, falling 16-0 in a five-inning contest.

In the world of high school sports, individual talent often steals the spotlight, but one of the most crucial factors for a team’s success lies in something less tangible: team chemistry.

In high school sports, the competition is fierce, but one of the most important lessons athletes can learn is the value of sportsmanship. While winning is often the primary goal, how athletes conduct themselves on and off the field speaks volumes about their character.

CELINA, Ohio - Senior pitcher Jeffrey Varga flirted with a no-hitter in a dominant, seven-inning effort for while the Defiance Yellow Jackets’ offense supplied plenty of run support in a 14-0 victory over the Wright State-Lake Lakers at Montgomery Field on Wednesday.

In recent years, mental health has become an increasingly important topic, not only in the world of high school sports but across all areas of life. Student-athletes, who are often seen as symbols of strength and perseverance, face unique pressures that can affect their mental well-being. Thankfully, many high schools are now taking proactive steps to raise awareness and provide support to help students balance the demands of sports and mental health.

New research has revealed the states most likely to produce a professional basketball player, with Ohio ranking tenth.

High school basketball in Ohio has long been a source of passion, tradition and statewide pride. The road to a state championship has produced unforgettable moments and legendary teams, and the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has historically tried to balance competition with fairness. However, the recent expansion of boys’ and girls’ basketball to seven divisions has sparked debate across the state, with coaches and fans weighing the benefits of greater opportunity against the downsides of logistical challenges and a diminished postseason experience.

FORT WAYNE, Indiana – On Tuesday, March 18, teams arrive in Fort Wayne, Indiana for the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championships held on March 20 & 22 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Fort Wayne welcomes and congratulates New York University, Trinity College, Washington University, and Wesleyan University! This week’s events include a team community service project on Wednesday, the Semifinal games on Thursday, an NABC All-Star game on Saturday, and the Championship game on Saturday – all at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.

We’re lucky to have more female sports stars than ever. But in terms of athletic participation, American girls are still considerably less likely to play a sport than boys. Each year, boys get about 1.13 million more sports opportunities than girls.