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Fairbanks’ Alena Jimenez (11) delivers a header following a pass from Avery Thorley leading to a goal in the first half of play. The freshman Lady Panther was credited with one goal in the team’s tie against the Lady Pacers. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Jonathan Alder’s Walker Martini (10) delivers a header after a corner kick while scoring his first goal during a win over visiting Maumee. The junior Pioneer tallied both goals in the team’s comeback win over the Panthers. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

McKinley Samaniego of Marysville follows through on her shot at the Worthington Christian Invitational. The Lady Monarchs placed seven during the 14-team event. (Photo submitted)

Jorja Ary of Marysville looks to hit the ball off the tee during the Olentangy Invitational. (Photo submitted)

Sami Haigh of MHS delivers the ball over the net during a doubles match. The Lady Monarchs fell at Dublin Jerome. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Ali Hayes of Jonathan Alder blasts the ball over the net against an opponent. Hayes surpassed 1,000 kills during a victory over Bellefontaine. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Katelyn Zimmerman of North Union sends the ball back over the net against Indian Lake. (Journal-Tribune photo by Bob Putman)

Carson Shope of Fairbanks picks up tough yardage against Madison Plains. Shope rushed for 190 yards during FHS’ 32-31 win. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

As part of Military Appreciation Night at North Union, the United States Army presented an honorary jersey to North Union’s Ethan Miller in honor of his service to the community. Standing with Miller are, from left, North Union High School principal Keith Conklin, Sergeant First Class Bemish and Staff Sergeant Galvin. (Journal Tribune photo by Bob Putman)

Jonathan Alder’s Chase Muetzel (11) reaches over top of Bloom-Carroll defensive back Robert Williams (2) during the second quarter of action. The senior receiver accounted for 78 yards on four catches in the team’s win over the Bulldogs. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Talan Wolford (9) of Marysville breaks up a pass intended for Lancaster’s Drew Whitlatch (2). Pictured in the background for the Monarchs is Hunter Sheldon. MHS beat the Golden Gales, 30-21. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)

Mara Vicari, left, of Fairbanks, and North Union’s Felix Plouck are pictured competing in cross country races in these file photos. Both local schools participated in the recent Panther Invitational. Fairbanks’ boys and girls teams captured first-place honors. (Journal-Tribune file photos)

Ella Shaw of Marysville prepares to drive the ball. The Lady Monarchs won a triangular match. (Photo submitted)

Fairbanks quarterback Bryson Griffith (10) looks for running room against Indian Lake. The Panthers will host Madison Plains this evening. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

North Union quarterback Nickolas Hajjar (11) throws a pass against Liberty Union. The Wildcats will look for their second victory of the season tonight when they host Northmor. (Photo submitted)

Triad’s Wyatt Smith (1) delivers a pass downfield during a week one matchup against Mount Gilead. The Cardinals are on the road today taking on Springfield Central Catholic. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Cashton Wheeler (1) and Holden Glick (6) of Jonathan Alder bring down a Columbus Academy ball carrier. The Pioneers will host Bloom-Carroll this evening, looking to remain unbeaten. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

The Journal-Tribune’s football players of the game for the second week of the 2025 season are from left, Mitchell Evans, Marysville; Nick Van Hoose, North Union; Trey Bentley, Jonathan Alder; Brody Hess, Triad; and Evan Wiedmann, Fairbanks. (Journal-Tribune file photos)

North Union’s Kennedy Harrah dives for the ball. The Lady Cats turned back Graham in three sets. (Photo submitted)

Marysville’s JJ Henry picks up yardage against KIPP Columbus. The Monarchs will travel to Lancaster on Friday. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)

Annabelle Clair (14) prepares to blast the ball over the net against Hilliard Bradley. The Lady Monarchs won the match in three sets. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Kacey Anderson (18) of Jonathan Alder sets the ball during a recent match. Also pictured for the Lady Pioneers is Lily Boeckl (15). Jonathan Alder has won five of their first six matches of the season. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Triad’s Reagyn Welty (2) sends the ball past Avery Gallmeyer and Gracie Boyer of Fairbanks. FHS downed the Cardinals in three sets. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)