JA Pioneers hang on against Urbana; remain unbeaten at 7-0
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October 4, 2025
Jonathan Alder’s Braxton Overmyer (2) gets a pass break-up while covering BJ Potter (white) during the fourth quarter. The senior split time on offense, scoring one touchdown in the team’s win over Urbana. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

JA Pioneers hang on against Urbana; remain unbeaten at 7-0

By Aleksei Pavloff

Teams that struggle to get wins are sometimes the most dangerous because more than likely they have nothing to lose.

That is most likely what Jonathan Alder’s football team experienced Friday after surviving a thrilling fourth quarter against visiting Urbana. JA held on for a 28-21 win.

“I only re...

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Marysville’s JJ Henry (2) goes in for a touchdown against Olentangy. The Monarchs fell, 49-17. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)
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Triad quarterback Ty Botkins hands the ball off to Brody Hess (5) against West Jefferson. (Journal-Tribune photo by Eva Paspallis Case)
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