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Receiving All-Ohio Academic Awards were Violet Dirr, Dakota Thornell, Nevaeh Ross and Kaylee Mollenkopf. (Photo Submitted)

Crestview Softball Awards

June 9, 2025

Information Submitted CONVOY — The Crestview softball program held its post-season awards night to recognize athletes for their hard work throughout the season. Coach Meghan… Login to continue reading Login…

Crestview track and field athletes were recognized with NWC Scholar-Athlete honors during the program’s annual awards ceremony. Those honored include (front) Lydia Grace, Anna Gardner, Jetta Merkle, Delanie Balliet, Graylie Grose, Ian Owens, Hudson Perrott and Caleb Thomas; and back, Derek Young, Noah Mosier, Brentyn Rodriguez, CJ Speelman and Drayden Hoffman. Absent: Emily Adams and Kale Vining. (Photo Submitted)

Crestview Track & Field Awards

June 9, 2025

Information Submitted CONVOY — The Crestview track program held its annual awards recognition to honor the student-athletes who participated in the program. Head coach John… Login to continue reading Login…

Van Wert senior Owen Scott captured a state title in the 1600-meter run with a time of 4:10.19, becoming a state champion in his final meet. (CherryRoad Media/Brandon Unverferth)

Scott finishes career as state champ in 1600

June 7, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com COLUMBUS — Van Wert senior Owen Scott closed the book on a standout high school career Saturday, stepping onto… Login to continue reading Login…

Lincolnview senior Cody Ricker delivered in his final high school race, earning a fourth-place finish in the 300 hurdles with a time of 39.36 to close out a memorable career. (CherryRoad Media/Brandon Unverferth)

Ricker caps standout career with fourth in 300 hurdles

June 7, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com COLUMBUS — One of the most anticipated races of the day at Saturday’s OHSAA Division III State Track and… Login to continue reading Login…

Van Wert’s Andrew Laudick powers down the track during the 4x800 relay. The Van Wert boys 4x800 meter relay team finished 12th overall with a time of 8:12.64. (CherryRoad Media/Brandon Unverferth)

Van Wert’s 4×800 relay caps off great season with 12th at State

June 6, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com COLUMBUS — Four Van Wert athletes concluded their run at the Division II State Track and Field Championships Friday… Login to continue reading Login…

Lincolnview senior Cody Ricker delivered a strong performance in the 300-meter hurdle preliminaries, finishing fifth with a time of 38.92 to advance to Saturday’s finals. (CherryRoad Media/Brandon Unverferth)

Ricker advances to State Finals in 300 hurdles

June 6, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com COLUMBUS — Eleven athletes from Crestview, Lincolnview and Parkway took to the track Friday for the opening day of… Login to continue reading Login…

Lincolnview’s Cody Ricker made his Division III State Track and Field Championships debut in three events last season. This year Ricker returns to the big stage in the 300-meter hurdles—this time with his sights set firmly on the podium. (CherryRoad Media/Brandon Unverferth)

Ricker seeks podium finish at state after record-setting regional

June 4, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com MIDDLE POINT — Last season, Lincolnview’s Cody Ricker made his Division III State Track and Field Championships debut in… Login to continue reading Login…

Van Wert’s Owen Scott looks ready to make a lasting impression at this weekend’s Division II State Track and Field Championships at Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. (Photo Submitted)

Van Wert’s Owen Scott looks to leave legacy at State Championships

June 4, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — From the moment senior Owen Scott stepped onto the track as a freshman, it was clear… Login to continue reading Login…

The Lincolnview girls 4x800 meter relay team has been building momentum all season long, and now, they’ll cap it off on Ohio’s biggest stage. The team consists of Kendall Hoffman, Brooklyn Byrne, Annabel Horstman and Brynleigh Moody. (Photo Submitted)

Lady Lancers quartet ready for state spotlight

June 4, 2025

BY BRANDON UNVERFERTH Sports Editor bunverferth@cherryroad.com MIDDLE POINT — The Lincolnview girls 4×800 meter relay team has been building momentum all season long, and now,… Login to continue reading Login…