Bad actors spoil games
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:21:46 -0700
The fist smashed into the left side of his face, leaving the Canton Little League president unconscious on the baseball diamond and 9-year-old players crying in the dugout.
Children may be vulnerable in $5 billion youth-sports industry
Sun, 29 Aug 2010 02:22:16 -0700
The youth-sports world today is one where a 10-year-old boy travels from state to state to pitch as a hired gun against the best baseball teams across the country. 'We're in the business of preparing kids for the next level of life, but parents are in the business of preparing their kids for the next level of sport,' said Dan Ross, executive director of the Ohio High School Athletic Association ...
Soccer: Raiders teams hope to rebound
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:25:37 -0700
The Reynoldsburg High School girls soccer team is hoping winning seasons by its girls basketball and track and field teams last school season can provide the impetus it needs to pump some life back into its program.
Soccer: Central boys think speed can get them to next level
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:17:05 -0700
Brad Monhollen believes his overall team speed might be the difference needed to help the Pickerington High School Central boys soccer team reach the next level.
Ready Roundup: Talented girls volleyball squad has lofty goals
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:53:42 -0700
During a recent preseason practice, the Ready High School girls volleyball team took time write down some of the things it wanted to accomplish over the next couple months.
Davidson boys focused on titles
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:46:49 -0700
Inside the Hilliard Davidson High School boys soccer team's locker room and outside of its home stadium, there are banners acknowledging the Division I state championship the Wildcats captured in 2007.
Soccer: Boys team ranked No. 1 by ESPN
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:39:16 -0700
The Gahanna Lincoln High School boys soccer team may never top last season.
Grandview Roundup: Girls soccer team not yet jelling
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:34:02 -0700
Possibilities are plentiful for the Grandview Heights High School girls soccer team, and it is coach Mike Merna's job to find the right combination among a deep roster.
Can Glenville Take Last Step, Win State Title?
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:04:29 -0700
Last December, the Tarblooders appeared to be on their way to the first state football championship for a team from the Cleveland Public Schools. But Hilliard Davidson rallied for a late touchdown and a two-point conversion to steal the win 16-15 win in the state title game. Head coach Ted ...
Police Officer Hopes For Tips In Son's Slaying
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:28:40 -0700
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Boys Soccer: Heath building with strong junior class
Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:34:21 -0700
The Heath High School boys soccer team's staying power will be put to a test following the graduation of strong back-to-back senior classes.
Soccer: Pieces coming together for girls team
Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:02:14 -0700
One of the first scrimmages of the current Marysville High School girls soccer team came against Bellefontaine. The Monarchs tied the Chieftains at 1, which was in stark contrast to Marysville's 6-0 win at Bellefontaine last season.
Suspect Steals $11K With Phone Call To Walmart
Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:04:26 -0700
Columbus police are investigating how a suspect was able to steal over $11,000 from Walmart with a phone call.
Cross Country: Boys have 7 back for title defense
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:00:40 -0700
The New Albany boys cross country team enters the season with high expectations.
Cross Country: Raiders boys seek trip to state
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:39:42 -0700
Due in part to a strong finish last season, the Reynoldsburg High School boys cross country team lived up to its reputation as one of central Ohio's premier programs.
Cross Country: Comets, 'Hounds benefit from club teams
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:30:09 -0700
The failure of the South-Western City School District's levy put all of Grove City and Central Crossing high schools' sports on hiatus last fall. However, several members of the cross country teams never stopped running.
Cross Country: South boys hope to build from regional run
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:26:57 -0700
It is a sign of the times for the Westerville South High School boys cross country program that team expectations have not been lowered following last season.
Cross Country: North boys planning for state success
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:26:47 -0700
For a sense of what could be on tap this fall for the Westerville North High School boys cross country program, one need only ask Dave Weaner if this is the most talented group he's ever had.
Bexley Roundup: Boys squad seeks new front-runners
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:19:53 -0700
After chasing 2010 graduate Zach Arace last year, members of the Bexley High School boys cross country team are trying to establish themselves as the Lions' front-runner this season.
Canal Winchester Roundup: Girls cross country team again sets goals high
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:10:15 -0700
Losing three of its top runners from last season isn't enough to make it a rebuilding year for the Canal Winchester High School girls cross country team.