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INFORMATION SUBMITTED ST HENRY — Cooper Farms has opened registration for its 17th annual Turkey Trot 5K, benefitting EverHeart Hospice. The race will take place on Saturday, November 2.

DELPHOS — Jefferson’s volleyballers opened the 2024 season Monday evening at home and gave new head coach Lindsay Kerby a win with a 14-25, 25-14, 25-20, 18-25, 15-8 thriller. Tied at two sets each, the fifth was tied at 4-4 on a Wildkitten (0-2) hitting error.

BY BROCK BLYTHE CherryRoad Media Correspondent bunverferth@cherryroad.com MIDDLE POINT — Volleyball season began on Saturday morning at Lincolnview high school as the Lady Lancers hosted the St. John’s Lady Jays.

- Jefferson Boys Golf 8/6 - @ Elmwood Royal Invitational (Birch Run Golf Club) Mason Wiltsie: 85 Austyn Orndorff: 96 Jacob Aurand: 117 Isaac Rostorfer: 123 Aiden Kroeger: 148 Team Score: 6. Jefferson 421 8/7 - @ Kalida Wildcat Invitational (Moose Landing Country Club) Mason Wiltsie: 95 Austyn Orndorff: 108 Jacob Aurand: 112 Isaac Rostorfer: 117 Aiden Kroeger: 119 Team Score: 23.

Guardians: Week in Review Record this Week: 3-4 Game Highlights: Wed (8/7) (Game 1) - Carroll’s defensive gem propels D-backs to Game 1 victory • Box score: AZ0-2-0-0-2-0-0-1-2--7 CLE0-0-0-0-2-0-0-1-0--3 Wed (8/7) (Game 2) - Rodriguez shines in long-awaited debut as D-backs sweep doubleheader • Box score: AZ0-2-2-0-0-0-1-0-0--5 CLE0-1-0-1-0-1-0-0-0--3 Fri (8/9) (Game 1) - Ober’s mastery guides Twins to Game 1 victory amidst injury woes • Box score: CLE0-0-0-0-0-0-2-0-0--2 MIN1-1-0-1-0-0-1-0-X -- 4 Fri (8/9) (Game 2) - Wallner’s heroics lift Twins to DH sweep, narrow gap in AL Central race • Box score: CLE0-0-0-0-3-0-0-0-0--3 MIN1-1-0-0-3-0-1-0-X -- 6 Sat (8/10) - Guardians snap skid with tight win over Twins • Box score: CLE1-0-0-0-0-1-0-0-0--2 MIN0-0-0-0-0-1-0-0-0 -- 1 Sun (8/11) - Bibee shines after 12day rest, leading Guardians to 5-3 victory over Twins • Box score: CLE0-0-0-1-0-4-0-0-0--5 MIN0-1-0-0-0-0-0-2-0 -- 3 Mon (8/12) - Noel’s power display lifts Guardians in 9-8 nail-biter win against Cubs • Box score: CHC0-0-2-1-0-0-4-1-0 -- 8 CLE0-0-0-4-3-1-0-1-X -- 9 Weekly Stats: Hit leaders: 1. Jose Ramirez- 8 2.

The issue of concussions in high school sports has garnered increasing attention as awareness grows about the long-term effects of head injuries. With contact sports such as football, soccer and wrestling being popular among high school athletes, the need for effective concussion management protocols and preventative measures has never been more critical.

INFORMATION SUBMITTED COLUMBUS — Twotime Heisman Trophy winner Archie Griffin will take his place in one of the most memorable traditions in college athletics as he dots the “i” in Script Ohio on Aug. 31 during halftime of the Ohio State vs.

Since its enactment in 1972, Title IX has been a cornerstone of gender equality in education, including high school sports. The legislation, which prohibits discrimination based on sex in educational programs and activities, has had a profound impact on the landscape of high school athletics, promoting equal opportunities for female athletes and driving significant changes in sports programs across the country.

The role of high school sports in the college admissions process is increasingly coming under the spotlight. As students and families navigate the complex landscape of college applications, the question of how athletic achievements influence admissions decisions is a hotly debated topic. With competitive sports programs and academic performance both playing critical roles, finding the right balance can be challenging.

Sports analytics, the use of data and statistical analysis to improve performance and strategy, is making its way into high school athletics. As technology advances, high school programs are increasingly adopting analytics to gain a competitive edge, improve training and enhance overall team performance.