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Golfers fall
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Golfers fall
By Tim Miller 
September 10, 2025
Marysville’s girls golf squad dropped a 163-190 decision to Upper Arlington. Jorja Ary led MHS with a 42. She was followed by McKinley Sameniego-48, Kaitlyn Stover-50, Ella Shaw-50 and Addy Ross-51.
MHS runners compete in Tiffin meet
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MHS runners compete in Tiffin meet
By Tim Miller 
September 10, 2025
Marysville’s boys cross country team placed seventh during the recent 14-team Tiffin Carnival. Perrysburg and Westerville North respectively placed first and second with 35 and 46 points. The Monarchs...
Runners place in Tiffin Cross Country Carnival
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Runners place in Tiffin Cross Country Carnival
By Tim Miller 
September 10, 2025
Fairbanks’ middle school cross-country teams competed in the recent Tiffin Cross Country Carnival. The boys placed 23rd and the girls finished in 30th place. Individual results for the Panthers were a...
Alder spikers sweep Bishop Watterson
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Alder spikers sweep Bishop Watterson
By Tim Miller 
September 10, 2025
Jonathan Alder’s varsity volleyball team needed only three sets to defeat Columbus Bishop Watterson. The Lady Pioneers (8-1) put away the match by scores of 25-19, 25-23, 26-24. Kylie Trout led the de...
Game with Bradley begins stout four-week schedule for Monarchs
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Monarch quarterback Evan Beany prepares to pass the ball against Lancaster. The Monarchs will look to extend their two-game winning streak when they host Hilliard Bradley on Friday. For more photos, see marysvillejt.com. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)
Game with Bradley begins stout four-week schedule for Monarchs
By Tim Miller 
September 10, 2025
Marysville’s varsity football team begins perhaps its toughest four-week stretch of the 2025 season on Friday evening. The Monarchs (2-1) will host Hilliard Bradley (2-1) to begin basically a month’s ...
FHS spikers remain unbeaten; Triad defeats Waynesfield
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FHS spikers remain unbeaten; Triad defeats Waynesfield
By Tim Miller 
September 9, 2025
Fairbanks’ volleyball team ran its overall record to 7-0 and its Ohio Heritage Conference mark to 5-0 with a 25-16, 25-16, 25-17 verdict over Greeneview. Maddi Sines led the Lady Panthers with 22 kill...
NU soccer squad downs Harding; Lady Cat spikers drop match
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North Union’s Kylee Balzer tries to inbound the ball during Saturday’s soccer match against Marion Harding at North Union. The Lady Cats’ won the match 5-2. (Journal Tribune photo by Bob Putman)
NU soccer squad downs Harding; Lady Cat spikers drop match
By Bob Putman 
September 9, 2025
Samantha Price put two goals in the net during North Union’s 5-2 soccer verdict over Marion Harding. The Lady Cats’ other goals came from Paisley Jordan, Emma Justice and Zoni Robinson. Peyton Engle a...
FHS girls soccer team ties Division I Delaware Hayes
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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)
FHS girls soccer team ties Division I Delaware Hayes
By Aleksei Pavloff 
September 9, 2025
Tying is not a win, nor is it a loss. In such a case with Fairbanks’ girls soccer program, tying against its Division I opponent in Delaware Hayes showed some positive highlights. “I think coming into...
JA soccer team rallies past Maumee
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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)
JA soccer team rallies past Maumee
By Aleksei Pavloff 
September 9, 2025
Performance Stadium was the site for two late-game comebacks in a two-day span. Jonathan Alder’s boys soccer program gave its best rendition of a comeback performance over visiting Maumee by a score o...
Lady Monarch golfers place seventh during W. Christian Invitational
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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)
Lady Monarch golfers place seventh during W. Christian Invitational
By Tim Miller 
September 9, 2025
Marysville’s girls golf squad placed seventh during the recent 14-team Worthington Christian Invitational. The event was held at Mill Creek. Columbus Academy won the invitational with a team score of ...
FHS golfers win matches; Monarch girls compete at Olentangy Invitational
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Jorja Ary of Marysville looks to hit the ball off the tee during the Olentangy Invitational. (Photo submitted)
FHS golfers win matches; Monarch girls compete at Olentangy Invitational
By Tim Miller 
September 8, 2025
Fairbanks’ boys golf squad won a pair of recent matches. The Panthers turned in a 155-171 verdict over Mechanicsburg during a match that was played at the Urbana Country Club. Sam Snyder led FHS with ...
Netters fall to Dublin Jerome
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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)
Netters fall to Dublin Jerome
By Tim Miller 
September 8, 2025
Marysville’s varsity girls tennis team battled Dublin Jerome before falling 5-0 during a match that was held on the Celtics’ home courts. “It was a very competitive match,” said Monarch coach Bill Rom...
Hayes goes past 1,000-kill milestone during win over Bellefontaine Chieftains
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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)
Hayes goes past 1,000-kill milestone during win over Bellefontaine Chieftains
By Tim Miller 
September 8, 2025
A three-set victory over Bellefontaine recently elevated Jonathan Alder’s varsity volleyball record. The 25-10, 25-23, 25-17 verdict was JA’s second Central Buckeye Conference victory in as many outin...
Lady Cats battle during setback to Indian Lake Lakers
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Katelyn Zimmerman of North Union sends the ball back over the net against Indian Lake. (Journal-Tribune photo by Bob Putman)
Lady Cats battle during setback to Indian Lake Lakers
By Bob Putman 
September 8, 2025
The final score was not the plus the North Union volleyball team was searching for during its home Central Buckeye Conference matchup against Indian Lake. However, even with the 21-25, 23-25, 27-29 lo...
Panthers survive penalty-filled game; hang on to edge Eagles for first win
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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)
Panthers survive penalty-filled game; hang on to edge Eagles for first win
By Tim Miller 
September 6, 2025
Only one football team was going to leave Fairbanks’ Kyre Field with its first victory of the 2025 season on Friday evening. The Panthers took their 0-2 record into the fray against an equally-winless...
Late North Union Wildcat touchdown leads to victory over Northmor
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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)
Late North Union Wildcat touchdown leads to victory over Northmor
By Bob Putman 
September 6, 2025
The phrase “practice makes perfect” may never be as appropriate as it was Friday night when the North Union football team hosted Northmor. “When it comes to a two-minute drill, we practice it every we...
Triad Cardinals drops grid game at Springfield Catholic Catholic
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Triad Cardinals drops grid game at Springfield Catholic Catholic
By Aleksei Pavloff 
September 6, 2025
Triad’s football team suffered its 11th straight loss following Friday’s 37-7 setback at Springfield Catholic Central. The Fighting Irish scored 13 points during the opening quarter and padded another...
JA rallies for victory over Bloom-Carroll
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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)
JA rallies for victory over Bloom-Carroll
By Aleksei Pavloff 
September 6, 2025
When things go wrong, resilience is a powerful tool. That’s what Jonathan Alder’s football team showed Friday with a 14-10 win over visiting Bloom-Carroll. “A win’s a win,” JA coach Brett Glass said. ...
To kick a field goal or not? … Answer proves big in MHS win
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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)
To kick a field goal or not? … Answer proves big in MHS win
By Chad Williamson 
September 6, 2025
At Lancaster Friday night, three games into his tenure, Marysville’s Mike Young faced the type of decision that sometimes comes back to haunt a young coach. Ahead by six, Marysville was trying to put ...
JA team ties match; NU Lady Cats fall for first time in 2025
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JA team ties match; NU Lady Cats fall for first time in 2025
By Bob Putman 
September 5, 2025
Jonathan Alder’s girls soccer team kicked its way to a 1-1 stalemate against Urbana during a Central Buckeye Conference match. Natalie Musil tallied the Lady Pioneers’ goal. Alder’s Elliott Hecht turn...
Fairbanks runners capture top honors during Panther Invitational
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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)
Fairbanks runners capture top honors during Panther Invitational
By Tim Miller 
September 5, 2025
Fairbanks’ boys and girls cross country teams took top honors during their own Panther Invitational. FHS’ boys earned first-place accolades by scoring 59 points. The Panthers were followed by Bloom-Ca...
MHS, FHS girls golfers triumph
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Ella Shaw of Marysville prepares to drive the ball. The Lady Monarchs won a triangular match. (Photo submitted)
MHS, FHS girls golfers triumph
By Tim Miller 
September 5, 2025
Marysville’s varsity girls golf squad shot a 191 and won a triangular match. Delaware Hayes finished with a 194 and Hilliard Davidson shot 200. McKinley Samaniego tied for medalist honors (with Hayes’...
Youthful FHS, Madison-Plains gridders will do battle tonight on Kyre Field
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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)
Youthful FHS, Madison-Plains gridders will do battle tonight on Kyre Field
By Tim Miller 
September 5, 2025
There should be excitement in the air when Fairbanks hosts the football team from Madison Plains this evening. One of the squads will break a two-game losing skid and walk off Kyre Field with its firs...
North Union will face strong Northmor football squad
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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)
North Union will face strong Northmor football squad
By Bob Putman 
September 5, 2025
North Union found the right combinations last week in earning its first football win of the season over Liberty Union. After a loss in the first week, the Wildcats dominated the Lions in picking up a ...
Cardinals hope to snap skid
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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)
Cardinals hope to snap skid
By Aleksei Pavloff 
September 5, 2025
Triad’s gridiron squad is seeking redemption tonight at Springfield Catholic Central. It has been more than 10 consecutive games since the Cardinals won a game. Each week presents a new opportunity fo...
JA Pioneers hope to reverse course in rivalry with BC
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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)
JA Pioneers hope to reverse course in rivalry with BC
By Aleksei Pavloff 
September 5, 2025
Jonathan Alder’s rivalry with Bloom-Carroll has produced entertaining matchups in recent years. Although on the gridiron it has mostly been one-sided, Alder head coach Brett Glass expects this year’s ...
Miller holds slim lead in Pigskin Pickers race
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Miller holds slim lead in Pigskin Pickers race
September 4, 2025
Sports editor Tim Miller emerged as the leader in the second week of the Pigskin Pickers. Miller won six of the nine games and now holds a 10-5 record for the season. Publisher Kevin Behrens and sport...
Journal-Tribune names gridiron players of game
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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)
Journal-Tribune names gridiron players of game
By Tim Miller 
September 4, 2025
The second week of the 2025 high school football season was more successful for Union County area teams. Marysville, North Union and Jonathan Alder were all victorious. The Journal-Tribune has named p...
Local volleyball squads win matches
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North Union’s Kennedy Harrah dives for the ball. The Lady Cats turned back Graham in three sets. (Photo submitted)
Local volleyball squads win matches
By Bob Putman 
September 4, 2025
Playing its first Central Buckeye Conference volleyball match of the season, North Union made quick work of a visiting Graham squad. The Lady Cats won in three sets, defeating the Falcons 25-12, 25-3,...