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Rhodes set the standard

COLUMBIANA — Crestview senior Addison Rhodes, one of the top shooters in Ohio, has shined from the first step she took on the basketball court. “It’s no mystery she is the best kid on the court,” Crestview coach Aaron Blatch said. “Her reputation has got around the state This is a once-in-a lifetime kid.” The 6-foot Rhodes, Columbiana County’s all-time leading scorer, was named to the Division V All-Ohio first team Monday for the second straight season. She received second-team All-Ohio honors as a freshman and sophomore. “I just watched her play in three ...

AROUND THE HORN

Southern seeks HOFers SALINEVILLE — The Salineville-Southern Local Athletic Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the Class of 2026. Induction of new members will be held the weekend of September 11-12. Nomination forms are available on the school web site www.southern.k12.oh.us. The deadline to nominate someone is June 1. Nomination forms should be mailed to Deborah Boyd, 5893 St. Rt. 164, Leetonia, OH 44431. Clevinger sent to minors BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Mike Clevinger’s career reset with the Pittsburgh Pirates is going to start in the minors. The club reassigned the ...

Southern Local’s Kellogg will be one to watch for years

SALINEVILLE — The Southern Local girls basketball followed freshman Katie Kellogg to a season of many firsts — including a school-best 24-1 season, their first unbeaten regular season and their first district final appearance since 1995. “It’s no joke when they say she slept with her basketball since the third grade,” Southern coach Mike Skrinjar said. Kellogg was named to the Division VII All-Ohio third team Monday after taking the Indians to the next level. “The best part of her game is her mentality and ability to impact the game in every phase,” Skrinjar said. ...

Hoopes made an impact out of the gate

BELOIT — West Branch freshman Madi Hoopes received a scholarship offer from Youngstown State University before the basketball season began. More are expected after what she did in her first high school season. The 6-foot-1 Hoopes, who led the Warriors to a 23-4 season and regional championship game appearance, was named to the Division IV All-Ohio second team Monday. “Being a freshman, you don’t know,” West Branch coach Walt DeShields said. “Coming into the season we knew she was a very talented player and is only going to get better.” Hoopes delivered at a high ...

DIVISION IV ALL-OHIO GIRLS

COLUMBUS — The 2025-26 Ohio Prep Sports Media Association Division IV All-Ohio high school girls basketball team, as selected by a statewide media panel: Player of the Year: Tristan Williams, Shaker Heights Laurel. Coach of the Year: Josh Blakeman, Circleville. FIRST TEAM Kaydence Walker, Wintersville Indian Creek, 5-9 jr., 18.2; Kylie Ujcich, Carrollton, 5-6 sr., 13.4; Leila Carter, Columbus International, 5-8, sr., 27.0; Addison Edgington, Circleville, 6-2, jr., 20.1; Lucy Luers, Franklin Bishop Fenwick, 6-1, so., 14.7; Samaya Wilkins, Cincinnati Purcell Marian, 6-3 jr., 22.4; ...

DIVISION VI ALL-OHIO GIRLS

COLUMBUS — The 2025-26 Ohio Prep Sports Media Association Division VI All-Ohio high school girls basketball team, as selected by a statewide media panel: Player of the Year: Kendell Skiver, Toledo Ottawa Hills. Coaches of the Year: Bill Mitchin Johnstown Northridge; Stefanie Landis, Pleasant Hill Newton. FIRST TEAM Tatum Lusher, Grandview Heights, 5-10, sr., 24.6; Janay Carter, Canal Winchester Harvest Prep, 5-10, so., 14.5; Maycee Muselin, Marion Elgin, 5-9, jr., 27.1; : Cassidy Lane, Castalia Margaretta, 6-0, sr., 14.3; Kendell Skiver, Toledo Ottawa Hills, 5-11, so., 26.8; ...