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Sports On Tap’s Ohio High School Football Coverage continues, as the guys recap games from Week 12 in the Greater Cleveland Conference, Southwestern Conference, the Suburban League, and more. The guys give you playoff game recaps from Week 12, and matchups for the Regional Finals in the HSF Playoffs. Listen to the podcast below!
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Wadsworth, OH– It is playoff time in Northeast Ohio! It is win and move on, lose and the season is over. Our game of the week is a first round match-up in Division II Region 7. The #3 ranked Wadsworth Grizzlies (10-0) host the #6 Wooster Generals (8-2). This contest is a rematch of a week 2 showdown between these two teams. A lot is on the line for both of these teams as we
The first quarter started with Wooster going three and out. Wadsworth was driving deep in Generals territory when QB Trey Shaffer was intercepted by DB Kristian Scalf. Wooster then drove 89 yd for a score, thanks to a 30 yd TD pass from QB Dylan Dagley to WR Zach Marinello, Wooster held a 7-0 lead. Wooster’s defense held Grizzlies on a 4th down attempt and took over on their own 15 yd line as the first quarter came to end with Wooster holding a 7-0 lead and driving into Grizzlies’ territory.
Wooster would add to their lead with a 25 yd field goal from kicker Joe Stoll, Wooster led 10-7 with 11:15 remaining in the half. Wadsworth would finally get on the scoreboard with an 80 yd scoring drive, RB Brock Snowball with a 15 yd run, the score was now 10-7 in favor Wooster with 7:34 left in the half. Wooster would respond with a 13 yd TD run by RB Trevar Meese on their next offensive, Wooster lead 17-7 with 4:50 left in the half. On Wadsworth’s next possession Generals DB Jett Morgan picked off Shaffer and took it 35 yds for a TD, Wooster now led 24-7 with 4:37 left in the half. Wadsworth responded with 2 Touchdowns before half, a 16 yd run by RB Barret Labus and a 3 yd TD run by RB Dom Loparo made made the score 24-21 in favor of Wooster at half.
The Grizzlies kept their momentum to start the third quarter, a 65 yd Td drive, capped by a 8 yd TD Run by Loparo. Wadsworth took a 28-24 lead with 8:28 remaining in the third. General’s QB Dylan Dagley would score from 8 yds out on Wooster’s next offensive possession.
Wooster retook the lead 31-28 with 5:57 left in the third. Grizzlies RB Dom Loparo would score his third TD of the night from 3 yds out to put the Grizzlies back on top 35-31 with 3:33 left in the third quarter. Wooster’s Dylan Dagley would connect with WR Zach Marinello for the second time for a 4yd TD. As the third quarter ended Wooster led 38-35.
Wadsworth opened the fourth quarter with a 6 yd TD run from RB Mason McMillen and Wadsworth now led 42-38 with 11:02 remaining. After trading 3 and outs Wooster had an opportunity to win the game as it drove from its own 18 yd line down to the Grizzlies 6yd line with under a minute to go. However the Grizzlies defense answered the bell breaking up 3 sure TD receptions in the end zone and sacking Dagley on 4th and goal, securing the 42-38 victory.
Wooster falls to 8-3 on the year and are eliminated from Division II playoffs. They were led by QB Dylan Dagley who had two passing TDS and a rushing TD on the night.
Wadsworth improves to 11-0 and were led by player of the game RB Dom Loparo with 3 TDs. The Grizzlies will play in the Division II region 7 Semifinals next week against Tri Valley who defeated Barberton on Friday.
SOT continues their Ohio High School Sports coverage! Listen as SOT breaks down the high school football playoff recaps for Division I- VII. They cover all Divisions and Regions. They recap the games from the State Semi’s and preview the Championship Finals matchups for this week. Click the link below to listen!
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SOT continues their Ohio High School Sports coverage! Listen as SOT breaks down the high school football playoff recaps for Division I- VII. They cover different regions that include teams in the GCC, SWC, Suburban League, and more. They breakdown the games and get you prepared for another week in the playoffs! Click the link below to listen!
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North Ridgeville, OH- Division II Region 6 finals features two teams that are very familiar with each other, in fact it features two teams that have already met once this season. The #3 seeded Olmsted Falls Bulldogs and the #1 seeded Avon Eagles, Southwestern Conference rivals face off for the chance to go to the Division II State Semifinal.
The Avon Eagles were able to force the Bulldogs to a three and out and a punt, thanks in large part to a sack deep in bulldog territory by Noah Radcliffe, Avon got the ball on their own 49 yd line. The Eagles first offensive drive featured a heavy dose of WR David Orlando both running and catching the ball from QB Ryan Maloy. The Eagles got on the board first thanks to a 8 yd TD run from Maloy, Avon took 7-0 lead wtih 7:52 left in the opening quarter. Olmsted Falls benefited from a penalty on the subsequent kickoff and started their next drive on the Avon 46 yd line. The Bulldogs would later score on a 13 yd pass and catch from QB Teddy Grendzynksi to WR Josh Jaeckin, with 5:12 left in the first quarter the score was tied 7-7. Avon would respond with an 85 yd scoring drive, featuring a 43 yd run by RB Nick Perusek, Maloy would score on an 17 yd run to put Avon up 14-7. Avon linebacker Alex Waters recovered a bad Bulldog pitch and fumble by Jaeckin, setting the Eagles up on the bulldog 27 yd line. Olmsted Falls’ defense would not allow the eagles to score, forcing a turnover on downs. On 4th and 8 deep in their own territory Olmsted falls elected to go for it, Avon’s deffens stood tall and forced a turnover on downs on the Olmsted Falls 15yd line. Perusek would score on a 10 yd TD, a blocked extra point made the score 20-7 as the 1st quarter came to an end.
Avon’s defense continued to dominate the Olmsted Falls offense, getting penetration into the backfield and disrupting the bulldog triple option attack. After yet another Bulldog three and out to open the 2nd quarter, Avon’s QB Maloy Connected with WR David Orlando for a 39 yd TD pass, Avon’s lead swelled to 27-7 with 7:39 remaining in the half. Avon would score again in the second quarter this time on a 14 yd TD run from Perusek, Avon took commanding 34-7 lead in to the half. Avon was set to receive the 2nd half kickoff.
Avon picked up right where it left off to open the second half, when on the second play of their opening drive Ryan Maloy ripped off an 80 Yd TD Run, Avon led 41-7 early in the 3rd. The Avon Defense continued to dominate the Bulldogs offense, not allowing Olmsted falls any opportunity to move the ball. A running clock brought the third quarter to a quick end with Avon leading 41-7.
Despite the large deficit and the running clock the Bulldogs were not lying down as they were able to score to open the 4th quarter, thanks to a 18 yd TD run from RB Jack Spellacy, Avon led 41-14 with 9:24 left. Avon would answer immediately with a 79 yd TD run from RB Mark Steinmentz. Avon’s Tyler Hunter would add another TD to give the Eagles an insurmountable 55-14 victory.
The Olmsted Falls Bulldogs finish the year 11-2 overall, they are the Division II Region 6 Regional Runner up . The bulldogs were led offensively by Josh Jaeckin and Jack Spellacy each scoring a Rushing TD.
The Avon Eagles are the 2017 Division II Region 6 Champions with a perfect 13-0 over all record. They were led by By QB Ryan Maloy who had 125 yds rushing, 4Tds, to go along with 145 yds passing and 1 TD. Avon moves on to the Division II State semifinals where they will meet Archbishop Hoban.
The Division II Region 6 Finals features two teams that are very familiar with each other, in fact one could say that these two teams know more about each other than any other Regional final matchup in northeast Ohio. The #1 seeded Avon Eagles (12-0) face Southwestern Conference rival #3 seeded Olmsted Falls Bulldogs (11-1) for a berth in the state semifinals in Division II. Both teams know what is at stake, both teams have the talent, and both teams know that it will take a near perfect effort to secure there spot in the state final four in Division II. Below are the keys to watch for in this regional final matchup.
Avon needs to establish early momentum– Avon’s Offense led by QB Ryan Maloy has been impressive, seemingly scoring at will throughout most of the regular season. However in the first two games of the playoffs we have seen the eagles struggle in the first half against quality defenses such asToledo St. Johns and Highland, only to pull away in the second half. Look for Avon to take shots vertically down the field against the bulldogs secondary in order to open up the run game that will hopefully return RB Tony Eberhardt , who was out against Highland with mononucleosis. If Eberhardt cannot return , RB Nick Perusek , who filled in admirably against Highland, will be the primary focus of the run game.
If it isn’t broke don’t fix it- Olmsted Falls turned in an almost perfect performance last week against a really good Wadsworth team, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. The Bulldogs defense was able to successfully slow down a high powered Wadsworth offense, who was averaging roughly 40 points a game. the obvious key to look for here is whether or not the bulldogs can duplicate the same defense in both effort and execution. If the Bulldogs can limit the scoring opportunities for Avon’s offense, utilize a strong running game anchored by RB Luke Lombardo and RB Jack Spellacy to control the pace of the game, Olmsted Falls will be in position to win a close game.
Beware/embrace the cliché- It is well known saying in the world of sports, it is difficult to beat a twice in one year. These two teams met in week 2 of the regular season, which is basically a lifetime ago in football years. Avon was able to win that game 31-7. Look for Avon to use the mantra of we beat them once we can do it again. Simple, yet effective for the psyche of a team that has not tasted defeat all season. However, the bulldogs were on the losing end of that matchup and that loss is their only blemish on an otherwise perfect season. Olmsted Falls and Avon have the benefit preparing for a team that they know all to well. Olmsted Falls will look to correct the mistakes that were made in week 2 of the regular season, while Avon will look to have a repeat performance.
At this point of the playoffs the cream has risen to the top, and there is not much difference in the teams that are playing for a regional championship. This matchup is particularly intriguing in that these are the top two teams from the Southwestern Conference. While it is great bragging rights for the conference to have two teams from the same conference competing for a regional title, neither team is satisfied with just making it this far. It is sure to be a great regional final between these two teams on Friday night in North Ridgeville. The Sports on Tap crew will be in full force Rob on the camera, Josh on social media, and me providing a recap of the game for your reading pleasure. Be sure to follow us on twitter @sotpodcast for live updates from the game, use #sothsf to join in on the conversation.
SOT continues their Ohio High School Sports coverage! Listen as SOT breaks down the high school football playoff recaps for Division I, II, and III. They cover different regions that include teams in the GCC, SWC, Suburban League, and more. They breakdown the games and get you prepared for Friday! Click the link below to listen!
We broadcast live from Zs cream and bean in Hinckley, the first Monday of every month! 2706 Boston Road, Hinckley Ohio 44233. Contact us for details. See you there!
SOT continues their Ohio High School Sports coverage! Listen as SOT breaks down the high school football playoff recaps for Division I, II, and III. They cover different regions that include teams in the GCC, SWC, Suburban League, and more. They breakdown the games and get you prepared for Friday! Click the link below to listen!
We broadcast live from Zs cream and bean in Hinckley, the first Monday of every month! 2706 Boston Road, Hinckley Ohio 44233. Contact us for details. See you there!
Medina, OH– It is playoff time in Northeast Ohio, the teams have secured a postseason berth now look to take the next step on their quest towards a state championship. It is time for coaches and players to focus in on the mantra of the late great Al Davis and just win baby. Our game of the week is a match up in Division III Region 9 between the #8 seed Tallmadge Blue Devils (7-3) out of the Suburban League American Division, and the #2 seed Buckeye Bucks (10-0) champions of Stars Division in the Patriot Athletic League. The contest pitted two teams predicated on running the ball and controlling the clock, and hard hitting defenses that have not given up much in the way of points all year. It was sure to be a great game in Medina County on a cold November Friday Night.
Tallmadge was first to get on the board as they started their opening drive from their 15 yd line. The Blue Devil offense has been led all year by Senior running back Ty Shannon, and it was clear from the outset of this game that Shannon would continue to be the focal point. The Blue Devils marched 85 yards and scored on a three yard touchdown run by Ty Shannon. Tallmadge was out to a 7-0 lead halfway through the 1st quarter. Buckeye’s first offensive possession started on their own 36 yd line but stalled at the Tallmadge 43 yd line, forcing a Bucks punt. Great defense has been a calling card all year for the Bucks, the crowd, most importantly Tallmadge was reminded of that as the Buckeye defense forced a Blue Devils three and out on their next offensive possession. The first quarter ended with Tallmadge leading 7-0, But Buckeye was driving.
The Bucks offense has been led by their outstanding Senior QB Adam Fauver. It was Fauver’s legs that got the bucks on the board thanks to a 5 yd TD run, a blocked extra point resulted in Tallmadge holding a 7-6 lead early in the second quarter. After each team traded punts, Tallmadge got back on track thanks to their workhorse running back Ty Shannon, gaining 60 of the 69 yds on the scoring drive. Shannon’s 1 yd TD plunge gave the Blue Devils a 14-6 Lead with 2:47 Left in the half. Buckeye RB Justin Canedy would fumble the ball ball deep in Buckeye territory late in the half, setting Tallmadge up with an opportunity to extend their lead going into halftime. The Buckeye defense again showed up with a great effort forcing a turnover on downs. At the half Tallmadge led 14-6.
Buckeye got the ball to start the second half and marched 80 yards down the field, again led by Fauver who’s 28 yd run and 15 yd pass to Junior WR Anthony Watkins got the ball in the red zone for the Bucks. Fauver would score his second rushing TD of the night again from 5 yds out, a successful 2 pt conversion would make the score 14-14 early in the 3rd quarter. Buckeye’s defense forced Tallmadge to punt on its first offensive possession of the second half. Buckeye again was marching towards the end zone, getting all the way down to the Tallmadge 24 yd line. The Blue Devils defense allowed the Bucks to proceed no further as they stopped the bucks on 4th down as the 3rd Quarter ended all tied 14-14.
Tallmadge took over on their own 24 yd line to start the 4th quarter. Buckeye’s defense was able to force a 4th and 7, but Tallmadge was able to extend the drive thanks to a successful fake punt. Ty Shannon would haunt the Bucks Defense once again, ripping off a fantastic 72 yd run only to be stopped 4 yds from the end zone. Shannon would score on the next play and Tallmadge took a 21-14 lead with 10:26 left in the game. The blue devils would add another TD to put the game out of reach, a 1 yd TD plunge from FB Mike Yamokoski, 27-14. The Bucks attempt and scoring quickly was thwarted thanks to another fumble from Justin Canedy. #7 Tallmadge upsets #2 Buckeye 27-14.
Buckeye’s season ends with yet another opening round playoff loss, the bucks have yet to win a playoff game. The bucks end the season 10-1, and were led by senior QB Adam Fauver’s 2 TDs.
Tallmadge was led by player of the game Ty Shannon’s 3 rushing TDs, and over 200 yds of offense. The Blue Devils move on to the Division III Region 9 semifinals where they will travel to take on St Vincent-St Mary.
Congratulations to both teams on a well played game!
SOT continues their Ohio High School Sports coverage! Listen as SOT breaks down the high school football playoff matches for Division I, II, and III. They cover different regions that include teams in the GCC, SWC, Suburban League, and more. They breakdown the matches and get you prepared for Friday! Click the link below to listen!
We broadcast live from Zs cream and bean in Hinckley, the first Monday of every month! 2706 Boston Road, Hinckley Ohio 44233. Contact us for details. See you there!
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