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Local prep golfers capture matches
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Local prep golfers capture matches
By Bob Putman 
August 29, 2024
The North Union boys golf team extended its record to 8-1 with a 173-205 victory over Graham at Lakeview Golf Course. NU’s Miles Hall was medalist with a final count of 40, finishing one shot better t...
Pigskin Pickers add college games to weekly list
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Pigskin Pickers add college games to weekly list
By Tim Miller 
August 29, 2024
The 2024 football season got off to a rough start for several local high school teams. The Pigskin Pickers got off to a fair beginning as there were just five games on last week’s schedule. The only s...
MHS netters drop match
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MHS netters drop match
By Tim Miller 
August 29, 2024
Worthington Christian downed Marysville’s girls tennis team 5-0. The Lady Monarchs slipped to 5-3 on the season. Singles -El. Bourgeois (WC) defeated Linnea Olofsson (M) 6-4, 6-1; -Piper (WC) topped N...
Monarch boys soccer squad rolls to victory
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Dante Knoble (5) of MHS keeps the ball away from a Hilliard Bradley defender during Marysville’s 8-3 victory. (Submitted photo)
Monarch boys soccer squad rolls to victory
By Tim Miller 
August 29, 2024
A cross-over match in the Ohio Capital Conference resulted in an 8-3 victory for Marysville’s boys soccer team. The Monarchs won the match at Hilliard Bradley. Marysville started the scoring early wit...
MHS girls soccer ties with Bradley
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Marysville’s Madi Cook (left) attempts to get the ball past midfield while being guarded by a Hilliard Bradley defender. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
MHS girls soccer ties with Bradley
By Aleksei Pavloff 
August 29, 2024
Marysville’s girls soccer squad had a familiar ending to its home matchup against Hilliard Bradley. The Lady Monarchs tied for the second time this season, 0-0, against the visiting Jaguars. Since its...
Local high school gridders of the game named
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The Journal-Tribune has named the initial players of the game after the first week of the 2024 high school football season. They are from left, Tyler Krebehenne, North Union; Justin Henry, Marysville; Blayk Thomas, Triad; Grant Horne, Jonathan Alder, and Ryker Green, Fairbanks. (Journal-Tribune file photos)
Local high school gridders of the game named
By Tim Miller 
August 29, 2024
The Journal-Tribune has named the players of the game for the first week of high school football. There was one game that pitted a pair of local teams against each other. Jonathan Alder defeated Fairb...
Jonathan Alder spikers sweep Lady Monarchs
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Carli Stratton (3) of Marysville attempts to put the ball past Jonathan Alder blocks Tori Yoder (24) and Ali Hayes. The Lady Pioneers swept the match against MHS in three sets. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
Jonathan Alder spikers sweep Lady Monarchs
By Tim Miller 
August 29, 2024
Jonathan Alder’s volleyball squad claimed its second victory over a Division I team this season. After earlier topping Olentangy, the D-III Lady Pioneers (5-0) swept Marysville 25-16, 25-13, 25-17. Al...
MHS boys golfers topple H. Bradley; Lady Monarchs place third at OCC
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MHS’ girls golf seniors are from left, Ava Jackson, Olivia Gratz and Allee Forrider. They helped the Lady Monarchs to a third-place finish during a recent Ohio Capital Conference match. (Photo submitted)
MHS boys golfers topple H. Bradley; Lady Monarchs place third at OCC
By Tim Miller 
August 28, 2024
Marysville’s varsity boys golfers scored a 148-200 victory over Hilliard Bradley. Colten Montgomery led the way with a minus-1 35. “Colten had an overall solid day minimizing mistakes and showed his t...
Marysville gridders hope for stout defensive game, strong ground attack on road at Perrysburg
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Monarch quarterback Kaden Hines attempts to avoid a tackle against Olentangy Orange. The Monarchs will travel to Perrysburg on Friday. (Journal-Tribune photo by Chad Williamson)
Marysville gridders hope for stout defensive game, strong ground attack on road at Perrysburg
By Tim Miller 
August 28, 2024
Marysville High School’s football defense has traditionally played very well against an opposing ground attack. The 0-1 Monarchs will have to rev up that action Friday evening when they play at 1-0 Pe...
MHS tennis squad falls to Davidson
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MHS tennis squad falls to Davidson
By Tim Miller 
August 28, 2024
The Lady Monarch tennis squad dropped a 4-1 verdict to Hilliard Davidson. “The ladies put up a fantastic fight as three of the courts went to three sets,” said MHS coach Bill Romine. “Unfortunately, t...
Jonathan Alder girls soccer team drops match to KR
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Jonathan Alder’s Caroline Timberlake (16) takes a shot on Kenton Ridge’s goalkeeper amid heavy defenders during the first half of action. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
Jonathan Alder girls soccer team drops match to KR
By Aleksei Pavloff 
August 28, 2024
Jonathan Alder’s girls soccer team is in the midst a three-game skid following a 2-0 loss to Kenton Ridge. At the same time, the Lady Pioneers suffered their first Central Buckeye Conference setback o...
North Union spikers top West Jefferson
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North Union’s Katelyn Zimmerman (5) and Audrey Baldwin (15) go up for a block in this file photo. North Union defeated West Jefferson during a non-conferrence match. (Photo submitted)
North Union spikers top West Jefferson
By Bob Putman 
August 28, 2024
After losing the first set to West Jefferson on Monday, the North Union volleyball team found all the right combinations to sweep the next three sets during a 22-25, 25-19, 25-23, 25-8 victory. It was...
Panthers will need to stop Indian Lake’s passing game
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Braydon Wiedmann (2) of Fairbanks looks to pick up yardage against Jonathan Alder. Also pictured for the Panthers is Wyatt Stice (8). Fairbanks will host Indian Lake on Friday. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
Panthers will need to stop Indian Lake’s passing game
By Tim Miller 
August 28, 2024
The Panthers of Fairbanks will need to be strong in the defensive secondary as they prepare to host Indian Lake in Week No. 2 of the 2024 high school football season. The game will kick off on Friday ...
NU girls win first match
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NU girls win first match
By Bob Putman 
August 27, 2024
The North Union girls soccer team won its first match of the season, defeating Marion Harding 9-4 on Saturday at Marion Harding. Kinley Balzer scored five goals for the Lady Cats (1-2), while Leah Mat...
North Union spikers go through difficult slate of matches
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North Union spikers go through difficult slate of matches
By Bob Putman 
August 27, 2024
The North Union volleyball team went through a lot of ups and downs the past week as it played three matches over the span of five days. For a lot of the Lady Cats it was their first time going throug...
Marysville grad plays hoop games in Ireland with Baldwin Wallace
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Former Marysville High School hoopster Ava Wilkerson (yellow shirt) gives instruction during a youth camp in Ireland earlier this month. (Photo submitted)
Marysville grad plays hoop games in Ireland with Baldwin Wallace
By Tim Miller 
August 27, 2024
Marysville High School graduate Ava Wilkerson is preparing for her second season of college basketball. Wilkerson, who graduated from MHS in 2023, will soon begin her sophomore  campaign as a member o...
FHS cross country squads open 2024 season
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FHS cross country squads open 2024 season
By Tim Miller 
August 27, 2024
Fairbanks’ cross country teams competed at the Pickerington North Classic on Saturday. The boys placed 12th out of 20 teams, while the Lady Panthers were 18th in a 20-team field. Places for the Panthe...
MHS runners place fourth at Pickerington
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Caylee McAdow of Marysville is pictured competing during meets at Pickerington North High School. (Photos submitted)
MHS runners place fourth at Pickerington
By Tim Miller 
August 27, 2024
The Monarch cross country squads opened the season at Pickerington North on Saturday morning. Both boys and girls teams took fourth place out of 18 (boys) and 20 (girls) teams in the Black Division. W...
NU team drops four-set contest
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North Union’s Lexi Willis (8) contests the ball at the net. The Lady Cats fell in four sets to Kenton Ridge. (Photo submitted)
NU team drops four-set contest
By Bob Putman 
August 26, 2024
Learning lessons can sometimes be painful, but in the long run may lead to better things. North Union volleyball coach Alexis Maenz is hoping that will be the case for the Lady Cats following their fo...
Netters drop first match of season
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Netters drop first match of season
By Tim Miller 
August 26, 2024
Marysville’s girls tennis squad took it on the chin for the first time this season. The Lady Monarchs dropped a recent 4-1 verdict to Dublin Scioto. MHS’ lone victory came at second doubles. The team ...
Fairbanks golfers rack up victories
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Cole Eger of Fairbanks lines up the ball for a shot during a recent match. The Panthers notched several recent victories. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
Fairbanks golfers rack up victories
By Tim Miller 
August 26, 2024
Fairbanks’ boys golf team put several recent victories in the books. The Panthers traveled to Locust Hills and captured a 158-182 triumph over Greenon. Liam Rhea led Fairbanks with a 38, while Cole Eg...
JA Volleyball squad tops Benjamin Logan
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JA Volleyball squad tops Benjamin Logan
By Tim Miller 
August 26, 2024
A 23-25, 25-12, 25-22, 25-21 victory over Benjamin Logan elevated Jonathan Alder’s volleyball record to 3-0. Ali Hayes recorded a team-high 18 kills and added 14 digs and 12 points serving with a trio...
North Union Lady Cats drop match to Vikings
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Allison Stacklin (21) of North Union maneuvers the ball against River Valley. She tallied NU’s goal during a 3-1 setback. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
North Union Lady Cats drop match to Vikings
By Bob Putman 
August 26, 2024
The final count showed a 3-1 victory for River Valley. However, North Union put together a solid effort in the non-league girls soccer match at River Valley. “It was a great performance,” NU head coac...
Alder soccer squad falls to Archbishop Carroll
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Jonathan Alder’s Fabrizio Fiorini tries to maintain possession while a pair of Patriots close in. The Pioneers suffered their first regular season loss to Dayton Carroll this past week, 3-0. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
Alder soccer squad falls to Archbishop Carroll
By Aleksei Pavloff 
August 26, 2024
Jonathan Alder’s boys soccer program suffered its first loss of the season against Dayton Carroll by a score of 3-0. “They are probably the best team we will face all season,” JA coach Jordan McMurray...
Armstrong sets goals record during triumph over Westland Cougars
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MHS’ Miles Armstrong moves the ball in this file photo. He tallied a school-record six goals during a win over Westland. (Journal-Tribune photo Aleksei Pavloff)
Armstrong sets goals record during triumph over Westland Cougars
By Tim Miller 
August 26, 2024
The Monarch boys soccer team upped its record to 2-1 with a recent 9-1 victory over Westland. Miles Armstrong tallied a school-record (single game) six goals, while Colin Barta both tallied two. Sam K...
Many Monarch mistakes lead to loss at Olentangy Orange
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Marysville defensive back JJ Henry (24) breaks up an Olentangy Orange pass Friday evening. The Monarchs dropped their season opener to the Pioneers. (Journal-Tribune photo by Aleksei Pavloff)
Many Monarch mistakes lead to loss at Olentangy Orange
By Chad Williamson 
August 24, 2024
Months of lifting weights, film sessions and playbook study culminate when a high school grid squad gets to step on the field under the Friday night lights. Those lights can sometimes be blinding. Jus...
Cardinals fall to Mt. Gilead
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Cardinals fall to Mt. Gilead
By Aleksei Pavloff 
August 24, 2024
Triad’s varsity football team suffered a week one loss at Mount Gilead, 46-19. “We suffered more injuries to key players,” Triad coach Mike Braun said. Awsom Mitchell was credited with one touchdown r...
North Union Wildcats’ offense silenced during setback to Marion Pleasant
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Tyler Krebehenne (22) of North Union gets through a hole in Pleasant’s defense. The Wildcats fell in their season opener. (Photo submitted)
North Union Wildcats’ offense silenced during setback to Marion Pleasant
By Bob Putman 
August 24, 2024
The opening week of the football season does not necessarily have a bearing on what the rest of the campaign will be like. North Union head coach Nick Hajjar and his Wildcat players, however, do have ...