In a thrilling basketball night, East Liverpool showcased a dominant performance against Beaver Local, securing a decisive 50-21 victory. Kenzie Headley led the charge with a game-high 20 points, including 10 in the first quarter alone, propelling East Liverpool to a 17-5 lead early on. By halftime, the Potters had extended their advantage to 32-9. Cate Davis contributed significantly with 11 points. For Beaver Local, Lora Reeder was the top scorer with six points.
In junior varsity action, Beaver Local claimed victory, defeating East Liverpool 33-16, with Lilly Wright scoring seven points.
East Liverpool’s next game will be against Indian Creek at home on Thursday, while Beaver Local will travel to Harrison Central on Wednesday.
In Columbiana, the Clippers continued their successful season with a balanced attack, defeating Jackson-Milton 58-31. Megan Moser led the team with 20 points, contributing to a strong start that saw the team go on a 10-0 run in the second quarter. Columbiana remains unbeaten at 4-0, showcasing depth with different players stepping up in each game. They will host Leetonia on Thursday.
Southern Local triumphed over Toronto with a convincing 48-33 win. The Indians started with an impressive 16-0 run in the first quarter, with Allyssa Shroades delivering an all-around performance, including 13 points and six assists. With this win, Southern improves to 2-2. They are set to play a varsity-only game against Valley Christian on Thursday.
Edison also maintains an undefeated streak with a 55-34 victory against Wellsville. Sophia Henderson led the Wildcats with 19 points and will aim for continued success in their upcoming match against Steubenville Catholic Central.
Lastly, West Branch demonstrated their strength by defeating Struthers 51-19. Tallie Muniz paced the Warriors with 10 points as West Branch improved to 3-0, preparing for another match against Alliance.
Overall, these basketball results reflect a promising start to the season for many teams, with several players showing exceptional skill and teamwork.
This present moment serves as a reminder of the exciting competition in local high school athletics, where teams and players are showcasing their talents and aiming for greater achievements.