Jan. 17: Friday’s Ohio high school boys basketball roundup

Akr. Buchtel darts by Akr. North

Akr. Buchtel handled Akr. North 76-21 in an impressive showing at North on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Akr. North faced off against Mogadore and Akr. Buchtel took on Cle. St Ignatius on Jan. 11 at Saint Ignatius High School.

Akr. Coventry secures a win over Lodi Cloverleaf

Akr. Coventry grabbed a 76-63 victory at the expense of Lodi Cloverleaf on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Akr. Coventry faced off against Uniontown Lake and Lodi Cloverleaf took on Streetsboro on Jan. 7 at Cloverleaf High School.

Akr. Ellet grinds out close victory over Akr. Firestone

Akr. Ellet posted a narrow 54-45 win over Akr. Firestone on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Akr. Ellet faced off against Cuyahoga Falls.

Alliance tops Salem

Alliance raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 68-32 win over Salem in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Alliance and Salem squared off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Salem High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Salem faced off against Beloit W. Branch and Alliance took on Alliance Marlington on Jan. 10 at Alliance High School.

Amherst Steele exhales after close call with N. Ridgeville

Amherst Steele finally found a way to top N. Ridgeville 64-61 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Amherst Steele faced off against Elyria and N. Ridgeville took on Berea-Midpark on Jan. 11 at Berea-Midpark High School.

Apple Creek Waynedale earns narrow win over Doylestown Chippewa

Apple Creek Waynedale posted a narrow 48-45 win over Doylestown Chippewa at Waynedale High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Apple Creek Waynedale faced off against Creston Norwayne and Doylestown Chippewa took on Creston Norwayne on Jan. 10 at Chippewa High School.

Arcanum thwarts Bradford’s quest

Arcanum notched a win against Bradford 57-41 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Arcanum High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Arcanum and Bradford faced off on Jan. 30, 2024 at Bradford High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Arcanum faced off against New Bremen and Bradford took on Botkins on Jan. 11 at Botkins High School.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe narrowly defeats Newton Local

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe eventually beat Newton Local 50-36 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe opened with a 12-11 advantage over Newton Local through the first quarter.

The Jets’ offense jumped in front for a 25-19 lead over the Indians at the intermission.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe moved to a 38-31 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Jets held on with a 12-5 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe and Newton Local faced off on Feb. 3, 2024 at Newton High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe faced off against Versailles and Newton Local took on Spencer on Jan. 11 at Newton High School.

Ashland scores early, pulls away from Millersburg W. Holmes

Ashland left no doubt in recording an 84-57 win over Millersburg W. Holmes in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Ashland faced off against New Philadelphia and Millersburg W. Holmes took on Mansfield on Jan. 7 at Mansfield High School.

Aurora overcomes Kent Roosevelt in seat-squirming affair

Aurora posted a narrow 62-59 win over Kent Roosevelt at Aurora High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Kent Roosevelt and Aurora faced off on Feb. 28, 2024 at Aurora High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Aurora faced off against Cuyahoga Falls and Kent Roosevelt took on Copley on Jan. 10 at Copley High School.

Avon barely beats Avon Lake

Avon posted a narrow 47-40 win over Avon Lake in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Avon moved in front of Avon Lake 17-8 to begin the second quarter.

The Shoremen stemmed the tide in the second quarter by closing the gap to 25-19.

Avon Lake clawed to within 33-29 through the third quarter.

The Eagles held on with a 14-11 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Avon Lake faced off against Olmsted Falls and Avon took on Elyria on Jan. 11 at Avon High School.

Bainbridge Paint Valley edges past Frankfort Adena in tough test

Bainbridge Paint Valley finally found a way to top Frankfort Adena 42-33 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time Frankfort Adena and Bainbridge Paint Valley played in a 70-46 game on Feb. 6, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Frankfort Adena faced off against Chillicothe Unioto and Bainbridge Paint Valley took on Southeastern on Jan. 3 at Paint Valley High School.

Barberton claims tight victory against Copley

Barberton posted a narrow 64-62 win over Copley during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Copley faced off against Kent Roosevelt and Barberton took on Medina Highland on Jan. 10 at Barberton High School.

Bascom Hopewell-Loudon edges past Elmore Woodmore in tough test

Bascom Hopewell-Loudon topped Elmore Woodmore 50-43 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Bascom Hopewell-Loudon and Elmore Woodmore played in a 63-39 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Bascom Hopewell-Loudon faced off against Fremont St. Joseph and Elmore Woodmore took on Lakeside Danbury on Jan. 10 at Danbury High School.

Batavia exhales after close call with Goshen

Batavia topped Goshen 64-63 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Batavia opened with an 18-16 advantage over Goshen through the first quarter.

The Warriors darted a modest margin over the Bulldogs as both teams headed to make end of the second quarter adjustments.

Batavia broke in front at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 62-58 lead over Goshen.

The Warriors managed a 5-2 rally in the fourth quarter, yet the die was already cast.

Last season, Goshen and Batavia squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Goshen High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Goshen faced off against Harrison.

Batavia Clermont NE narrowly defeats Blanchester

Batavia Clermont NE grabbed a 55-36 victory at the expense of Blanchester at Clermont Northeastern High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Blanchester and Batavia Clermont NE played in a 56-53 game on Jan. 30, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 8, Batavia Clermont NE faced off against Felicity-Franklin and Blanchester took on Bethel-Tate on Jan. 11 at Bethel-Tate High School.

Bellaire overwhelms Bridgeport

Bellaire’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Bridgeport 82-54 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Bellaire and Bridgeport played in a 73-46 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Bellaire faced off against Shadyside and Bridgeport took on Steubenville Cath. Cent. on Jan. 9 at Catholic Central High School.

Belmont Union Local dominates Rayland Buckeye

Belmont Union Local rolled past Rayland Buckeye for a comfortable 66-22 victory at Buckeye Local High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Belmont Union Local and Lore City Buckeye Trail faced off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Union Local High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Rayland Buckeye faced off against Toronto and Belmont Union Local took on St Clairsville on Jan. 10 at Saint Clairsville High School.

Beloit W. Branch denies Minerva’s challenge

Beloit W. Branch eventually beat Minerva 47-36 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, Beloit W. Branch and Minerva faced off on Jan. 20, 2024 at West Branch High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Minerva faced off against Carrollton and Beloit W. Branch took on Louisville on Jan. 11 at Louisville High School.

Berlin Hiland barely beats Gnadenhutten Indian Valley

Berlin Hiland finally found a way to top Gnadenhutten Indian Valley 48-43 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time Gnadenhutten Indian Valley and Berlin Hiland played in a 56-55 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Berlin Hiland faced off against Wooster Triway and Gnadenhutten Indian Valley took on E. Can. on Jan. 9 at East Canton High School.

Cols. Bexley sprints past Bishop Ready

Cols. Bexley grabbed a 46-33 victory at the expense of Bishop Ready on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Bishop Ready and Cols. Bexley played in a 45-42 game on Dec. 8, 2023.

Recently on Jan. 11, Bishop Ready squared off with Gahanna Cols. Academy in a basketball game.

Birmingham Brother Rice records thin win against Tol. St. Francis

Birmingham Brother Rice finally found a way to top Tol. St. Francis 72-66 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last season, Birmingham Brother Rice and Tol. St. Francis faced off on Feb. 10, 2024 at Saint Francis de Sales High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Tol. St. Francis faced off against Toledo St John’s Jesuit.

Tontogany Otsego earns solid win over Oak Harbor

Tontogany Otsego grabbed a 61-46 victory at the expense of Oak Harbor in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Oak Harbor and Tontogany Otsego faced off on Jan. 30, 2024 at Otsego High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tontogany Otsego faced off against Pemberville Eastwood and Oak Harbor took on Castalia Margaretta on Jan. 11 at Oak Harbor High School.

Bristol records thin win against Andover Pymatuning Valley

Bristol topped Andover Pymatuning Valley 67-64 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last season, Bristol and Andover Pymatuning Valley faced off on Dec. 5, 2023 at Bristol High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Bristol faced off against Cortland Maplewood.

Brecksville-Broadview Hts. holds off Solon

Brecksville-Broadview Hts. topped Solon 65-61 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Solon faced off against N. Royalton and Brecksville-Broadview Hts. took on Stow-Munroe Falls on Jan. 10 at Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.

Cadiz Harrison Cent. overcomes Weir in seat-squirming affair

Cadiz Harrison Cent. posted a narrow 53-44 win over Weir in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cadiz Harrison Cent. and Weir faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Weir High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Cadiz Harrison Cent. faced off against Beaver Local.

Caldwell barely beats Barnesville

Caldwell finally found a way to top Barnesville 50-47 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Barnesville and Caldwell squared off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Caldwell High School.

Recently on Jan. 7, Caldwell squared off with Shadyside in a basketball game.

Camden Preble Shawnee posts win at W. Alexandria Twin Valley S.’s expense

Camden Preble Shawnee collected a solid win over W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. in a 56-41 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Camden Preble Shawnee and W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Twin Valley South High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Camden Preble Shawnee faced off against Germantown Valley View and W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. took on Cin. Christian on Jan. 4 at Twin Valley South High School.

Campbell Memorial secures a win over Atwater Waterloo

Campbell Memorial handed Atwater Waterloo a tough 75-63 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 6, Atwater Waterloo faced off against New Middletown Spring. and Campbell Memorial took on Warren JFK on Jan. 11 at Memorial High School.

Canal Fulton Northwest narrowly defeats Wooster Triway

Canal Fulton Northwest knocked off Wooster Triway 61-51 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Wooster Triway faced off against Berlin Hiland and Canal Fulton Northwest took on Can. South on Jan. 10 at Canton South High School.

Can. Glenoak exhales after close call with Massillon Perry

Can. Glenoak posted a narrow 64-58 win over Massillon Perry in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Can. Glenoak opened with a 21-11 advantage over Massillon Perry through the first quarter.

The Panthers stemmed the tide in the second quarter by closing the gap to 29-22.

Massillon Perry showed some mettle by fighting back to a 46-42 count in the third quarter.

The Golden Eagles held on with an 18-16 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Can. Glenoak and Massillon Perry faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at GlenOak High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Can. Glenoak faced off against Massillon Washington and Massillon Perry took on N. Can. Hoover on Jan. 10 at Hoover High School.

Can. McKinley thwarts Uniontown Lake’s quest

Can. McKinley handed Uniontown Lake a tough 62-47 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Can. McKinley and Uniontown Lake played in a 80-61 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Uniontown Lake faced off against Akr. Coventry and Can. McKinley took on Massillon Jackson on Jan. 11 at Jackson High School.

Can. South finds OT victory against Massillon Tuslaw

Can. South used overtime to slip past Massillon Tuslaw 53-46 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Can. South faced off against Canal Fulton Northwest and Massillon Tuslaw took on Mogadore Field on Jan. 10 at Tuslaw High School.

Cardington-Lincoln dominates Loudonville in convincing showing

Cardington-Lincoln’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Loudonville 86-59 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Cardington-Lincoln and Loudonville played in a 77-43 game on Jan. 8, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Loudonville faced off against Galion Northmor and Cardington-Lincoln took on Mt Gilead on Jan. 11 at Mount Gilead High School.

Carrollton defeats Alliance Marlington

Carrollton unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Alliance Marlington 80-56 Friday on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Carrollton and Alliance Marlington played in a 68-62 game on Jan. 20, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Alliance Marlington faced off against Alliance and Carrollton took on Minerva on Jan. 11 at Carrollton High School.

Cedarville tops S. Charleston SE

Cedarville handed S. Charleston SE a tough 47-32 loss on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Cedarville and S. Charleston SE squared off on Jan. 23, 2024 at Southeastern Local High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cedarville faced off against Legacy Christian and S. Charleston SE took on London Madison-Plains on Jan. 10 at Southeastern Local High School.

Celina denies Kenton’s challenge

Celina pushed past Kenton for a 70-51 win at Celina High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Celina and Kenton played in a 79-77 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Celina faced off against Bellefontaine and Kenton took on Upper Sandusky on Jan. 11 at Kenton High School.

Centerburg claims tight victory against Danville

Centerburg posted a narrow 76-70 win over Danville on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Centerburg and Danville played in a 59-56 game on Dec. 19, 2023.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Centerburg faced off against Fredericktown and Danville took on Crestline on Jan. 11 at Danville High School.

Lane Tech tops Parma Padua

Lane Tech eventually beat Parma Padua 74-62 on Jan. 17 in Illinois boys high school basketball.

Recently on Jan. 8, Parma Padua squared off with Cle. Rhodes in a basketball game.

Chillicothe Huntington exhales after close call with Piketon

Chillicothe Huntington finally found a way to top Piketon 48-46 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, Chillicothe Huntington and Piketon faced off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Huntington High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Chillicothe Huntington faced off against Albany Alexander and Piketon took on Chillicothe Unioto on Jan. 3 at Piketon High School.

Chillicothe Unioto survives for narrow win over Williamsport Westfall

Chillicothe Unioto topped Williamsport Westfall 50-43 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last time Chillicothe Unioto and Williamsport Westfall played in a 61-44 game on Feb. 6, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Chillicothe Unioto faced off against Frankfort Adena and Williamsport Westfall took on Frankfort Adena on Jan. 3 at Westfall High School.

Chillicothe Zane Trace claims victory against Southeastern

Chillicothe Zane Trace pushed past Southeastern for a 57-42 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Chillicothe Zane Trace darted in front of Southeastern 20-10 to begin the second quarter.

The Pioneers registered a 37-14 advantage at halftime over the Panthers.

Southeastern fought back in the third quarter to make it 49-28.

The Panthers rallied in the final quarter, but the Pioneers skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

Last season, Chillicothe Zane Trace and Southeastern squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Zane Trace High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Chillicothe Zane Trace faced off against Chillicothe Huntington and Southeastern took on Bainbridge Paint Valley on Jan. 3 at Paint Valley High School.

Cin. Aiken defeats Cin. Woodward

Cin. Aiken dismissed Cin. Woodward by a 101-65 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Cin. Aiken and Cin. Woodward played in a 75-68 game on Feb. 6, 2024.

Cin. Elder slips past Cin. La Salle

Cin. Elder topped Cin. La Salle 42-40 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cin. Elder and Cin. La Salle squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Elder High school.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cin. La Salle faced off against Lebanon and Cin. Elder took on Cin. Mariemont on Jan. 11 at Mariemont High School.

Cin. McNicholas slips past Day. Carroll

Cin. McNicholas finally found a way to top Day. Carroll 45-41 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last time Day. Carroll and Cin. McNicholas played in a 59-53 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Day. Carroll faced off against Bishop Fenwick.

Cin. Mt. Healthy records thin win against Oxford Talawanda

Cin. Mt. Healthy topped Oxford Talawanda 49-46 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Talawanda High on Jan. 17.

Last time Cin. Mt Healthy and Oxford Talawanda played in a 61-54 game on Dec. 8, 2023.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Oxford Talawanda faced off against Ansonia.

Cin. NW grinds out close victory over Harrison

Cin. NW topped Harrison 47-38 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last time Cin. NW and Harrison played in a 64-45 game on Dec. 8, 2023.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Harrison faced off against Cin. Anderson and Cin. NW took on Cin. Anderson on Jan. 4 at Northwest High School.

Cin. Oyler posts win at Cin. Shroder’s expense

Cin. Oyler collected a solid win over Cin. Shroder in an 87-68 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cin. Oyler and Cin. Shroder faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Oyler School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Cin. Oyler faced off against Yellow Springs and Cin. Shroder took on Cin. College Prep. on Jan. 11 at Shroder High School.

Cin. Princeton secures a win over Fairfield

Cin. Princeton collected a solid win over Fairfield in a 59-48 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cin. Princeton and Fairfield faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Princeton High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cin. Princeton faced off against Cin. Oak Hills and Fairfield took on Liberty Twp. Lakota E. on Jan. 11 at Lakota East High School.

Cin. Sycamore slips past Cin. Oak Hills

Cin. Sycamore finally found a way to top Cin. Oak Hills 36-32 at Sycamore High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Cin. Sycamore and Cin. Oak Hills played in a 44-33 game on March 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cin. Sycamore faced off against Milford (OH) and Cin. Oak Hills took on Cin. Princeton on Jan. 11 at Oak Hills High School.

Cin. Western Hills escapes close call with Cin. Taft

Cin. Western Hills topped Cin. Taft 66-65 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cin. Western Hills faced off against Cin. Hughes and Cin. Taft took on Day. Stivers on Jan. 3 at Taft High School.

Cin. Wyoming tacks win on Cin. Madeira

Cin. Wyoming handled Cin. Madeira 52-24 in an impressive showing on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Cin. Wyoming and Cin. Madeira played in a 44-23 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

Recently on Jan. 11, Cin. Wyoming squared off with Cin. Indian Hill in a basketball game.

Purcell Marian delivers statement win over Cin. N. College Hill

Purcell Marian dominated from start to finish in an imposing 93-44 win over Cin. N. College Hill at North College Hill High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Purcell Marian and Cin. N. College Hill faced off on Feb. 12, 2024 at Purcell Marian.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Cin. N. College Hill faced off against Norwood and Purcell Marian took on Cin. La Salle on Jan. 4 at Purcell Marian.

St. Xavier (OH) earns stressful win over Cin. Moeller

St. Xavier (OH) posted a narrow 32-25 win over Cin. Moeller in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cin. Moeller and St. Xavier (OH) faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Moeller High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cin. Moeller faced off against Cin. Turpin and St. Xavier (OH) took on Covington Catholic on Jan. 4 at Covington Catholic.

Cle. Glenville bests Morgan

Cle. Glenville scored early and often to roll over Morgan 98-54 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Garrett Morgan High on Jan. 17.

Cle. Glenville darted in front of Morgan 20-19 to begin the second quarter.

The Tarblooders fought to a 54-36 halftime margin at the Falcons’ expense.

Cle. Glenville breathed fire to an 80-44 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Tarblooders got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with an 18-10 edge.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Morgan faced off against Cle. Lincoln W. and Cle. Glenville took on Cle. Adams on Jan. 7 at Glenville High School.

Cle. JFK rides to cruise-control win over Bard Cleveland

Cle. JFK rolled past Bard Cleveland for a comfortable 67-30 victory on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cle. JFK faced off against Mentor Lake Cath. and Bard Cleveland took on Cle. Lincoln W. on Jan. 10 at Lincoln West School.

Cle. Rhodes overwhelms Cle. Hay

Cle. Rhodes recorded a big victory over Cle. Hay 79-51 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cle. Hay faced off against Fuchs Mizrachi and Cle. Rhodes took on Cle. Cent. Cath. on Jan. 11 at James Ford Rhodes High School.

Columbia Station Columbia thwarts Sullivan Black River’s quest

Columbia Station Columbia pushed past Sullivan Black River for a 62-52 win for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Black River High on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Sullivan Black River faced off against Sheffield Brookside and Columbia Station Columbia took on Lorain Clearview on Jan. 10 at Clearview High School.

Cols. Africentric prevails over Cols. Marion-Franklin

Cols. Africentric recorded a big victory over Cols. Marion-Franklin 80-41 at Marion-Franklin High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Cols. Marion-Franklin faced off against Cols. Walnut Ridge and Cols. Africentric took on Tol. Woodward on Jan. 11 at Africentric.

Cols. Bishop Watterson denies Cols. DeSales’ challenge

Cols. Bishop Watterson pushed past Cols. DeSales for a 59-41 win for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Bishop Watterson on Jan. 17.

Cols. Bishop Watterson moved in front of Cols. DeSales 12-10 to begin the second quarter.

The Eagles’ offense darted in front for a 23-17 lead over the Stallions at the intermission.

Cols. Bishop Watterson breathed fire to a 46-30 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Eagles held on with a 13-11 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Cols. DeSales and Cols. Bishop Watterson squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Bishop Watterson High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Cols. Bishop Watterson faced off against Bishop Hartley and Cols. DeSales took on Cols. Franklin Hts. on Jan. 11 at Saint Francis DeSales High School.

Cols. Centennial escapes close call with Cols. Beechcroft

Cols. Centennial posted a narrow 55-49 win over Cols. Beechcroft in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cols. Centennial and Cols. Beechcroft squared off on Dec. 12, 2023 at Beechcroft High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Cols. Beechcroft faced off against Cols. Northland and Cols. Centennial took on Cols. Linden-Mckinley on Jan. 10 at Centennial High School.

Columbus South secures a win over Cols. Eastmoor

Columbus South notched a win against Cols. Eastmoor 64-52 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Columbus South and Cols. Eastmoor squared off on Jan. 25, 2024 at Eastmoor Academy.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Cols. Eastmoor faced off against Cols. Independence and Columbus South took on Cols. Africentric on Jan. 8 at Africentric.

Tree of Life overpowers Granville Christian in thorough fashion

Tree of Life rolled past Granville Christian for a comfortable 66-43 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Tree Of Life Christian High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Tree of Life and Granville Christian squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Tree of Life Christian School.

Recently on Jan. 11, Tree of Life squared off with Delaware Christian in a basketball game.

Worthington Kilbourne overcomes Westerville S. in seat-squirming affair

Worthington Kilbourne posted a narrow 52-47 win over Westerville S. on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Westerville S. and Worthington Kilbourne played in a 63-40 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Westerville S. faced off against Galloway Westland and Worthington Kilbourne took on Marysville on Jan. 8 at Worthington Kilbourne High School.

Columbus Grove earns narrow win over Van Wert Lincolnview

Columbus Grove posted a narrow 56-48 win over Van Wert Lincolnview on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Columbus Grove and Van Wert Lincolnview faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Columbus Grove High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Van Wert Lincolnview faced off against Miller City and Columbus Grove took on Lima Cent. Cath. on Jan. 10 at Columbus Grove High School.

Convoy Crestview pushes over Harrod Allen E.

Convoy Crestview handed Harrod Allen E. a tough 61-48 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Crestview High on Jan. 17.

Last time Convoy Crestview and Harrod Allen E. played in a 56-52 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Convoy Crestview faced off against Arlington and Harrod Allen E. took on Findlay Liberty-Benton on Jan. 11 at Liberty-Benton High School.

Cortland Lakeview tops Hubbard

Cortland Lakeview collected a solid win over Hubbard in a 55-44 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Hubbard started on steady ground by forging a 16-14 lead over Cortland Lakeview at the end of the first quarter.

The Bulldogs kept a 28-27 half margin at the Eagles’ expense.

Cortland Lakeview moved to a 41-37 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Bulldogs got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 14-7 edge.

Last season, Hubbard and Cortland Lakeview squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Hubbard High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Hubbard faced off against Poland Seminary and Cortland Lakeview took on Newton Falls on Jan. 11 at Lakeview High School.

Creston Norwayne outlasts Smithville

Creston Norwayne collected a solid win over Smithville in a 52-37 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Norwayne High on Jan. 17.

Creston Norwayne darted in front of Smithville 17-8 to begin the second quarter.

The gap narrowed in the second quarter when the Smithies made it 23-18.

Creston Norwayne jumped to a 33-26 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Bobcats got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 19-11 edge.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Creston Norwayne faced off against Jeromesville Hillsdale and Smithville took on Jeromesville Hillsdale on Jan. 10 at Smithville High School.

Cuyahoga Falls CVCA dominates Elyria Cath.

It was a tough night for Elyria Cath. which was overmatched by Cuyahoga Falls CVCA in this 82-41 verdict.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Cuyahoga Falls CVCA faced off against Mentor Lake Cath. and Elyria Cath. took on Lorain on Jan. 11 at Elyria Catholic High School.

Cuyahoga Hts. survives for narrow win over Garfield Hts. Trinity

Cuyahoga Hts. topped Garfield Hts. Trinity 52-46 in a tough tilt at Trinity High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Garfield Hts. Trinity faced off against Independence and Cuyahoga Hts. took on Brooklyn on Jan. 10 at Cuyahoga Heights High School.

Dalton takes down West Salem Northwestern

Dalton’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from West Salem Northwestern 74-47 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 4, West Salem Northwestern faced off against Ashland Mapleton and Dalton took on Rittman on Jan. 10 at Dalton High School.

Casstown Miami E. comes up short in matchup with Day. Northridge

Day. Northridge grabbed a 62-47 victory at the expense of Casstown Miami E. on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Casstown Miami E. and Day. Northridge faced off on Feb. 10, 2024 at Miami East High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Day. Northridge faced off against Sidney Lehman and Casstown Miami E. took on Covington on Jan. 10 at Covington High School.

Day. Oakwood records thin win against Eaton

Day. Oakwood topped Eaton 79-71 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Day. Oakwood faced off against Monroe.

Defiance Tinora escapes close call with Fairview

Defiance Tinora topped Fairview 40-33 in a tough tilt on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Defiance Tinora faced off against Edon and Fairview took on St. Edward (OH) on Jan. 11 at Lakewood St. Edward.

Defiance Tinora holds off Sherwood Fairview

Defiance Tinora topped Sherwood Fairview 40-33 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last time Defiance Tinora and Sherwood Fairview played in a 52-35 game on Feb. 20, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Defiance Tinora faced off against Edon and Sherwood Fairview took on Metamora Evergreen on Jan. 11 at Evergreen High School.

Delaware Buckeye Valley crushes Worthington Christian

Delaware Buckeye Valley controlled the action to earn an impressive 63-34 win against Worthington Christian in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Delaware Buckeye Valley faced off against Sparta Highland and Worthington Christian took on Cols. Grandview Hts. on Jan. 11 at Grandview Heights High School.

Delaware Olentangy Berlin defeats Lewis Center Olentangy

Delaware Olentangy Berlin left no doubt on Friday, controlling Lewis Center Olentangy from start to finish for a 90-25 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Olentangy Berlin High on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lewis Center Olentangy faced off against Dublin Jerome.

Delphos St. John’s overcomes Maria Stein Marion Local

Delphos St. John’s grabbed a 55-43 victory at the expense of Maria Stein Marion Local in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Delphos St John’s and Maria Stein Marion Local played in a 57-47 game on Feb. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Delphos St John’s faced off against Lima Shawnee and Maria Stein Marion Local took on Van Wert on Jan. 11 at Marion Local High School.

Delta survives for narrow win over Archbold

Delta topped Archbold 48-41 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Archbold and Delta faced off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Archbold High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Delta faced off against Bloomdale Elmwood and Archbold took on Hicksville on Jan. 11 at Archbold High School.

Dresden Tri-Valley takes advantage of early margin to defeat McConnelsville Morgan

Dresden Tri-Valley took control early and methodically pulled away to beat McConnelsville Morgan 67-32 at Tri-Valley High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Dresden Tri-Valley and McConnelsville Morgan squared off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Tri-Valley High School.

Recently on Jan. 7, Dresden Tri-Valley squared off with New Concord John Glenn in a basketball game.

E. Can. escapes Richmond Edison in thin win

E. Can. posted a narrow 51-48 win over Richmond Edison for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Edison High on Jan. 17.

Last time E. Can. and Richmond Edison played in a 72-21 game on Feb. 20, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Richmond Edison faced off against Wintersville Indian Creek and E. Can. took on Gnadenhutten Indian Valley on Jan. 9 at East Canton High School.

E. Palestine thwarts Hanoverton United’s quest

E. Palestine eventually beat Hanoverton United 42-26 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Hanoverton United and E. Palestine squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at United Local High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Hanoverton United faced off against Salineville Southern and E. Palestine took on Youngs. Valley Christian on Jan. 4 at East Palestine High School.

Edgerton barely beats Antwerp

Edgerton topped Antwerp 66-57 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, Antwerp and Edgerton faced off on Jan. 15, 2024 at Edgerton High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Antwerp faced off against Paulding and Edgerton took on Pettisville on Jan. 11 at Pettisville High School.

Edon pushes over W. Unity Hilltop

Edon knocked off W. Unity Hilltop 53-42 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 9, W. Unity Hilltop faced off against Gorham Fayette and Edon took on Defiance Tinora on Jan. 11 at Tinora High School.

Elida denies Lima Bath’s challenge

Elida collected a solid win over Lima Bath in a 46-34 verdict in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last season, Elida and Lima Bath squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Elida High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lima Bath faced off against Spencerville and Elida took on Bryan on Jan. 11 at Bryan High School.

Elyria pushes over Berea-Midpark

Elyria collected a solid win over Berea-Midpark in a 93-74 verdict on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Berea-Midpark faced off against N. Ridgeville and Elyria took on Avon on Jan. 11 at Avon High School.

Fairview carves slim margin over Independence

Fairview topped Independence 61-57 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Independence faced off against Chagrin Falls Kenston and Fairview took on St. Edward (OH) on Jan. 11 at Lakewood St. Edward.

Fayetteville-Perry’s speedy start jolts Manchester

Fayetteville-Perry scored early and often in a 49-33 win over Manchester on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Manchester and Fayetteville-Perry played in a 53-51 game on Jan. 31, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Manchester faced off against Franklin Furnace Green and Fayetteville-Perry took on Batavia Clermont NE on Jan. 4 at Fayetteville-Perry High School.

Findlay Liberty-Benton takes down Arlington

Findlay Liberty-Benton left no doubt on Friday, controlling Arlington from start to finish for a 51-27 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last time Findlay Liberty-Benton and Arlington played in a 69-57 game on Dec. 15, 2023.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Findlay Liberty-Benton faced off against Harrod Allen E. and Arlington took on Convoy Crestview on Jan. 11 at Crestview High School.

Ft. Jennings overwhelms Continental

Ft. Jennings rolled past Continental for a comfortable 47-19 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Fort Jennings High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Ft. Jennings and Continental faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Continental High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Ft. Jennings faced off against Pioneer N. Central and Continental took on McComb on Jan. 11 at Continental High School.

Ft. Loramie edges past Botkins in tough test

Ft. Loramie posted a narrow 39-30 win over Botkins on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Botkins and Ft. Loramie faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Botkins High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Botkins faced off against Bradford and Ft. Loramie took on Union City Mississinawa Valley on Jan. 11 at Mississinawa Valley High School.

Fostoria holds off Maumee

Fostoria finally found a way to top Maumee 77-69 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Fostoria and Maumee played in a 88-56 game on Feb. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Fostoria faced off against Arcadia and Maumee took on Bellevue on Jan. 7 at Bellevue High School.

Fremont Ross crushes Findlay

Fremont Ross raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 49-27 win over Findlay at Findlay High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Findlay and Fremont Ross faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Fremont Ross High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Findlay faced off against Ottawa-Glandorf and Fremont Ross took on Oregon Clay on Jan. 11 at Fremont Ross High School.

Gahanna Cols. Academy claims tight victory against Whitehall-Yearling

Gahanna Cols. Academy finally found a way to top Whitehall-Yearling 77-76 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Gahanna Cols. Academy and Whitehall-Yearling faced off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Columbus Academy.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Gahanna Cols. Academy faced off against Bishop Ready and Whitehall-Yearling took on Johnstown on Jan. 3 at Johnstown High School.

Galion Northmor claims tight victory against Mt. Gilead

Galion Northmor finally found a way to top Mt. Gilead 48-40 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Mt. Gilead High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Galion Northmor and Mt Gilead faced off on Jan. 24, 2024 at Northmor High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Mt Gilead faced off against Cardington-Lincoln and Galion Northmor took on Loudonville on Jan. 10 at Loudonville High School.

Gallipolis Gallia secures multi-overtime win over Dawson-Bryant high school

Gallipolis Gallia outlasted Dawson-Bryant high school 55-51 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17. in an overtime thriller for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 2, Gallipolis Gallia faced off against Proctorville Fairland and Dawson-Bryant High School took on Chesapeake on Jan. 2 at Chesapeake High School.

Galloway Westland overcomes Sunbury Big Walnut in seat-squirming affair

Galloway Westland topped Sunbury Big Walnut 58-56 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Sunbury Big Walnut faced off against Westerville N. and Galloway Westland took on Westerville S. on Jan. 10 at Westerville South High School.

Gates Mills Hawken thwarts Chagrin Falls’ quest

Gates Mills Hawken notched a win against Chagrin Falls 49-33 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Gates Mills Hawken and Chagrin Falls faced off on Jan. 22, 2024 at Hawken High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Gates Mills Hawken faced off against Chardon NDCL and Chagrin Falls took on Painesville Harvey on Jan. 7 at Chagrin Falls High School.

Genoa claims victory against Pemberville Eastwood

Genoa eventually beat Pemberville Eastwood 61-51 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last season, Genoa and Pemberville Eastwood faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Eastwood High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Pemberville Eastwood faced off against Tontogany Otsego and Genoa took on Swanton on Jan. 7 at Swanton High School.

Gibsonburg overcomes deficit to defeat Lakeside Danbury

Gibsonburg overcame a first-quarter deficit in a 76-49 win over Lakeside Danbury during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

The start wasn’t the problem for Lakeside Danbury, as it began with a 14-12 edge over Gibsonburg through the end of the first quarter.

The Golden Bears kept a 38-19 halftime margin at the Lakers’ expense.

Gibsonburg steamrolled to a 59-32 lead heading into the final quarter.

The gap remained steady with both teams scoring evenly in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Gibsonburg and Lakeside Danbury squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Gibsonburg High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Gibsonburg faced off against Old Fort and Lakeside Danbury took on Elmore Woodmore on Jan. 10 at Danbury High School.

Glouster Trimble posts win at Stewart Federal Hocking’s expense

Glouster Trimble pushed past Stewart Federal Hocking for a 55-45 win on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Jan. 4, Stewart Federal Hocking squared off with New Hope Christian in a basketball game.

Granville squeezes past Zanesville

Granville topped Zanesville 50-46 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Granville and Zanesville squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Zanesville High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Zanesville faced off against Newark Licking Valley and Granville took on Mt. Vernon on Jan. 11 at Mount Vernon High School.

Westlake narrowly defeats Harvest Temple

Westlake grabbed a 54-37 victory at the expense of Harvest Temple on Jan. 17 in Illinois boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Harvest Temple faced off against Tol. Horizon Science.

Groveport Madison Christian dominates Cols. Cristo Rey in convincing showing

Groveport Madison Christian rolled past Cols. Cristo Rey for a comfortable 54-27 victory in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Groveport Madison Christian faced off against Liberty Christian Academy and Cols. Cristo Rey took on Cols. Patriot Prep on Jan. 2 at Patriot Preparatory Academy.

Hamilton New Miami sprints past Cin. Country Day

Hamilton New Miami notched a win against Cin. Country Day 55-43 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Hamilton Ross barely beats Germantown Valley View

Hamilton Ross posted a narrow 64-63 win over Germantown Valley View in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Hamilton Ross faced off against Bellbrook and Germantown Valley View took on Camden Preble Shawnee on Jan. 11 at Valley View High School.

Hamler Patrick Henry crushes Bryan

Hamler Patrick Henry rolled past Bryan for a comfortable 69-48 victory in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Hamler Patrick Henry and Bryan squared off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Bryan High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Hamler Patrick Henry faced off against Metamora Evergreen and Bryan took on Elida on Jan. 11 at Bryan High School.

Hannibal River races in front to defeat Shadyside

Hannibal River rushed to an early advantage and ran away for a 60-28 win over Shadyside during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last time Shadyside and Hannibal River played in a 48-38 game on March 1, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Hannibal River faced off against Steubenville and Shadyside took on Bellaire on Jan. 11 at Bellaire High School.

Hartville Lake Center Christian slips past Mogadore

Hartville Lake Center Christian posted a narrow 36-32 win over Mogadore in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Mogadore and Hartville Lake Center Christian faced off on Feb. 23, 2024 at Lake Center Christian School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Hartville Lake Center Christian faced off against Heartland Christian and Mogadore took on Rootstown on Jan. 10 at Mogadore High School.

Haviland Wayne Trace escapes Hicksville in thin win

Haviland Wayne Trace topped Hicksville 40-31 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Hicksville faced off against Archbold and Haviland Wayne Trace took on Coldwater on Jan. 11 at Coldwater High School.

Hilliard Bradley outlasts Dublin Coffman to earn OT victory

Hilliard Bradley topped Dublin Coffman in a 63-60 overtime thriller in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Hilliard Bradley and Dublin Coffman faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Dublin Coffman High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Dublin Coffman faced off against Cols. Upper Arlington and Hilliard Bradley took on Lewis Center Olentangy Orange on Jan. 9 at Hilliard Bradley High School.

Hillsboro overcomes Greenfield McClain’s lead to earn win

Greenfield McClain cut in front to start, but Hillsboro answered the challenge to collect a 65-50 victory in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last season, Hillsboro and Greenfield McClain squared off on Feb. 3, 2024 at Hillsboro High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Hillsboro faced off against Sardinia Eastern Brown and Greenfield McClain took on Lynchburg-Clay on Jan. 11 at McClain High School.

Houston exhales after close call with Sidney Fairlawn

Houston finally found a way to top Sidney Fairlawn 52-50 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Houston faced off against Ft. Loramie and Sidney Fairlawn took on Covington on Jan. 11 at Fairlawn High School.

Hunting Valley University escapes close call with Cle. VASJ

Hunting Valley University topped Cle. VASJ 74-73 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Villa Angela-St. Joseph on Jan. 17.

Last season, Cle. VASJ and Hunting Valley University faced off on Jan. 26, 2024 at University School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Cle. VASJ faced off against E. Cle. Shaw and Hunting Valley University took on Gates Mills Gilmour on Jan. 10 at Gilmour Academy.

Huron escapes close call with Port Clinton

Huron topped Port Clinton 39-32 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Huron faced off against Collins Western Reserve and Port Clinton took on Norwalk on Jan. 4 at Norwalk High School.

Ironton takes down Ironton Rock Hill

Ironton handled Ironton Rock Hill 72-46 in an impressive showing on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Ironton darted in front of Ironton Rock Hill 23-20 to begin the second quarter.

The Fighting Tigers’ shooting pulled in front for a 40-24 lead over the Redmen at the intermission.

Ironton pulled to a 49-31 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Fighting Tigers held on with a 23-15 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last time Ironton and Ironton Rock Hill played in a 58-52 game on Feb. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 2, Ironton Rock Hill faced off against Portsmouth and Ironton took on Proctorville Fairland on Jan. 4 at Fairland High School.

Ironton St. Joseph sets early tone to dominate Portsmouth Clay

Ironton St. Joseph left no doubt in recording a 63-29 win over Portsmouth Clay in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Ironton St. Joseph and Portsmouth Clay squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Clay High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Portsmouth Clay faced off against Mowrystown Whiteoak.

Jackson earns stressful win over Chillicothe

Jackson finally found a way to top Chillicothe 54-52 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Chillicothe High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Jackson and Chillicothe faced off on Feb. 3, 2024 at Chillicothe High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Chillicothe faced off against Hilliard Davidson and Jackson took on McArthur Vinton County on Jan. 4 at Jackson High School.

Jamestown Greeneview exhales after close call with London Madison-Plains

Jamestown Greeneview topped London Madison-Plains 48-46 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Recently on Jan. 10, London Madison-Plains squared off with S. Charleston SE in a basketball game.

Jefferson Area overpowers Ashtabula Edgewood in thorough fashion

Jefferson Area unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Ashtabula Edgewood 82-56 Friday for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last time Ashtabula Edgewood and Jefferson Area played in a 70-59 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Jefferson Area faced off against Madison.

Jeromesville Hillsdale overpowers Rittman in thorough fashion

Jeromesville Hillsdale left no doubt on Friday, controlling Rittman from start to finish for a 78-52 victory in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Jeromesville Hillsdale faced off against Creston Norwayne and Rittman took on Dalton on Jan. 10 at Dalton High School.

Johnstown takes down Newark Cath.

Johnstown controlled the action to earn an impressive 55-35 win against Newark Cath. on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Johnstown and Newark Cath. played in a 63-33 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Newark Cath. faced off against Heath and Johnstown took on Johnstown Northridge on Jan. 11 at Northridge High School.

Kettering Alter tops Day. Chaminade Julienne

Kettering Alter recorded a big victory over Day. Chaminade Julienne 77-37 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Day. Chaminade Julienne and Kettering Alter played in a 65-37 game on Feb. 17, 2024.

Recently on Jan. 11, Day. Chaminade Julienne squared off with Hamilton Badin in a basketball game.

Kings Mills Kings pushes over Milford (OH)

Kings Mills Kings handed Milford (OH) a tough 60-49 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Kings Mills Kings and Milford (OH) faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Kings High School.

Recently on Jan. 11, Milford (OH) squared off with Cin. Sycamore in a basketball game.

Kinsman Badger tops Southington Chalker

Kinsman Badger earned a convincing 62-32 win over Southington Chalker during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Kinsman Badger and Southington Chalker squared off on Jan. 9, 2024 at Badger High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Southington Chalker faced off against Vienna Mathews and Kinsman Badger took on Ashtabula St John on Jan. 9 at Saint John School.

Kirtland escapes Burton Berkshire in thin win

Kirtland finally found a way to top Burton Berkshire 45-44 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Kirtland and Burton Berkshire faced off on Feb. 20, 2024 at Berkshire High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Kirtland faced off against Chardon and Burton Berkshire took on Mantua Crestwood on Jan. 11 at Berkshire High School.

Lakewood collects victory over Westlake

Lakewood grabbed a 52-42 victory at the expense of Westlake during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Westlake faced off against N. Olmsted and Lakewood took on Bay (OH) on Jan. 10 at Lakewood High School.

Leavittsburg LaBrae darts by Garrettsville Garfield

Leavittsburg LaBrae controlled the action to earn an impressive 71-43 win against Garrettsville Garfield on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Leavittsburg LaBrae and Garrettsville Garfield played in a 82-55 game on Feb. 10, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Leavittsburg LaBrae faced off against Ravenna SE and Garrettsville Garfield took on Columbiana Crestview on Jan. 9 at Crestview High School.

Lebanon routs Cin. Turpin

Lebanon unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Cin. Turpin 75-53 Friday during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last time Lebanon and Cin. Turpin played in a 62-60 game on Jan. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lebanon faced off against Cin. La Salle and Cin. Turpin took on Cin. Moeller on Jan. 11 at Turpin High School.

Leesburg Fairfield dominates RULH

Leesburg Fairfield unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off RULH 56-22 Friday in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Leesburg Fairfield faced off against Wilmington and RULH took on Fayetteville-Perry on Jan. 3 at Fayetteville-Perry High School.

Lewis Center Olentangy Orange barely beats Powell Olentangy Liberty

Lewis Center Olentangy Orange topped Powell Olentangy Liberty 67-63 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Lewis Center Olentangy Orange and Powell Olentangy Liberty faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Olentangy Orange High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Powell Olentangy Liberty faced off against Dublin Coffman and Lewis Center Olentangy Orange took on Hilliard Bradley on Jan. 9 at Hilliard Bradley High School.

Lexington escapes New Philadelphia in thin win

Lexington posted a narrow 56-49 win over New Philadelphia for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

New Philadelphia showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 17-13 advantage over Lexington as the first quarter ended.

The Minutemen kept a 32-24 half margin at the Quakers’ expense.

The dynamic altered in the third quarter as New Philadelphia inched back to a 38-35 deficit.

The Minutemen held on with an 18-14 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last time Lexington and New Philadelphia played in a 57-47 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lexington faced off against Sandusky Perkins and New Philadelphia took on Ashland on Jan. 11 at New Philadelphia High School.

Liberty Center slips past Swanton

Liberty Center topped Swanton 52-43 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Swanton High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Liberty Center and Swanton faced off on Feb. 27, 2024 at Liberty Center High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Swanton faced off against Wauseon and Liberty Center took on Paulding on Jan. 11 at Paulding High School.

Lima delivers statement win over Tol. Waite

Lima unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Tol. Waite 79-36 Friday for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, Lima and Tol. Waite squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Lima Senior High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tol. Waite faced off against Vanlue and Lima took on Mansfield on Jan. 11 at Mansfield High School.

Lima Cent. Cath. barely beats Bluffton

Lima Cent. Cath. finally found a way to top Bluffton 56-53 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Lima Cent. Cath. faced off against Columbus Grove and Bluffton took on Carey on Jan. 11 at Bluffton High School.

Lima Perry slips past Dola Hardin Northern

Lima Perry topped Dola Hardin Northern 45-41 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Perry High on Jan. 17.

Last time Lima Perry and Dola Hardin Northern played in a 50-49 game on Jan. 24, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lima Perry faced off against Wapakoneta and Dola Hardin Northern took on Van Buren on Jan. 11 at Van Buren High School.

Lima Shawnee outlasts Defiance to earn OT victory

Lima Shawnee took full advantage of overtime to defeat Defiance 67-55 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Lima Shawnee and Defiance played in a 67-43 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Defiance faced off against Wauseon and Lima Shawnee took on Kalida on Jan. 11 at Kalida High School.

Lisbon David Anderson barely beats Wellsville

Lisbon David Anderson topped Wellsville 50-45 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Lisbon David Anderson and Wellsville squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Wellsville High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Lisbon David Anderson faced off against Youngs. Valley Christian and Wellsville took on Columbiana on Jan. 7 at Wellsville High School.

Lore City Buckeye Trail tops Tuscarawas Cent. Cath.

Lore City Buckeye Trail collected a solid win over Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. in a 50-33 verdict on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Lore City Buckeye Trail and Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Buckeye Trail High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. faced off against Malvern and Lore City Buckeye Trail took on Bowerston Conotton Valley on Jan. 7 at Buckeye Trail High School.

Louisville Aquinas secures a win over Youngs. East

Louisville Aquinas collected a solid win over Youngs. East in a 59-47 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Louisville Aquinas faced off against Mogadore and Youngs. East took on Youngs. Chaney High School on Jan. 10 at East High School.

Lowellville dominates Sebring McKinley in convincing showing

Lowellville earned a convincing 71-26 win over Sebring McKinley for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Lowellville High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Lowellville and Sebring McKinley faced off on Feb. 6, 2024 at McKinley High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Lowellville faced off against N. Jackson Jackson-Milton and Sebring McKinley took on Youngstown Urban Scholars on Jan. 8 at McKinley High School.

Lucas exhales after close call with Mansfield St. Peter’s

Lucas posted a narrow 53-52 win over Mansfield St. Peter’s in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Lucas faced off against Galion.

Madison bests Ashtabula Lakeside

Madison dominated Ashtabula Lakeside 77-52 at Madison High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Madison and Ashtabula Lakeside played in a 63-52 game on Feb. 24, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Madison faced off against Geneva and Ashtabula Lakeside took on Willoughby S. on Jan. 4 at South High School.

Magnolia Sandy Valley slips past Navarre Fairless

Magnolia Sandy Valley posted a narrow 48-40 win over Navarre Fairless in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Navarre Fairless faced off against Orrville and Magnolia Sandy Valley took on Malvern on Jan. 10 at Malvern High School.

Malvern dominates Newcomerstown

Malvern controlled the action to earn an impressive 89-56 win against Newcomerstown in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Malvern opened with a 19-17 advantage over Newcomerstown through the first quarter.

The Hornets fought to a 49-36 intermission margin at the Trojans’ expense.

Malvern thundered to a 73-46 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Hornets got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 16-10 edge.

Last season, Malvern and Newcomerstown squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Newcomerstown High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Newcomerstown faced off against Sugarcreek Garaway and Malvern took on Magnolia Sandy Valley on Jan. 10 at Malvern High School.

Mansfield Christian defeats Crestline

Mansfield Christian dismissed Crestline by a 74-54 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Mansfield Christian faced off against Ashland Crestview and Crestline took on Danville on Jan. 11 at Danville High School.

Maple Hts. tacks win on E. Cle. Shaw

Maple Hts. rolled past E. Cle. Shaw for a comfortable 80-42 victory in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Maple Hts. faced off against Shaker Hts. and E. Cle. Shaw took on Cle. VASJ on Jan. 11 at Shaw High School.

Martins Ferry grinds out close victory over Cambridge

Martins Ferry posted a narrow 57-50 win over Cambridge in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Recently on Jan. 9, Martins Ferry squared off with Steubenville in a basketball game.

Massillon Jackson exhales after close call with N. Can. Hoover

Massillon Jackson topped N. Can. Hoover 69-61 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last time Massillon Jackson and N. Can. Hoover played in a 56-37 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Massillon Jackson faced off against Can. McKinley and N. Can. Hoover took on Massillon Perry on Jan. 10 at Hoover High School.

Massillon Washington tops Wooster

Massillon Washington knocked off Wooster 86-68 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Massillon Washington faced off against Can. Glenoak and Wooster took on Mansfield Madison on Jan. 9 at Wooster High School.

Wellston comes up short in matchup with McArthur Vinton County

McArthur Vinton County eventually beat Wellston 63-53 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

The start wasn’t the problem for Wellston, as it began with a 14-11 edge over McArthur Vinton County through the end of the first quarter.

Through the early stages of the affair, the Golden Rockets controlled the pace, taking a 29-22 lead into half.

McArthur Vinton County broke in front at the beginning of the final quarter with a 41-38 lead over Wellston.

The Vikings held on with a 22-15 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last time McArthur Vinton County and Wellston played in a 68-40 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Wellston faced off against Stewart Federal Hocking and McArthur Vinton County took on Jackson on Jan. 4 at Jackson High School.

McDermott Scioto NW pockets slim win over Beaver Eastern

McDermott Scioto NW finally found a way to top Beaver Eastern 54-49 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Northwest High on Jan. 17.

Beaver Eastern showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 15-8 advantage over McDermott Scioto NW as the first quarter ended.

The Mohawks’ offense jumped in front for a 26-24 lead over the Eagles at halftime.

McDermott Scioto NW moved to a 43-40 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Mohawks held on with a 11-9 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Beaver Eastern and McDermott Scioto NW squared off on Feb. 13, 2024 at Northwest High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, McDermott Scioto NW faced off against Crown City S. Gallia and Beaver Eastern took on Latham Western on Jan. 3 at Eastern High School.

McDonald exhales after close call with Mineral Ridge

McDonald topped Mineral Ridge 45-36 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Mineral Ridge showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 12-3 advantage over McDonald as the first quarter ended.

The second quarter began with neither team in charge at a 16-16 deadlock.

Nothing was decided in the third quarter, with McDonald and Mineral Ridge locked in a 30-30 stalemate.

The Blue Devils got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 15-6 edge.

Last season, McDonald and Mineral Ridge faced off on Jan. 23, 2024 at Mineral Ridge High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Mineral Ridge faced off against Orwell Grand Valley and McDonald took on Campbell Memorial on Jan. 9 at McDonald High School.

Medina Christian Academy claims tight victory against Andrews Osborne Academy

Medina Christian Academy posted a narrow 75-71 win over Andrews Osborne Academy in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Medina Christian Academy faced off against Elyria Open Door.

Mentor secures a win over Medina

Mentor knocked off Medina 76-64 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Medina and Mentor faced off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Medina High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Mentor faced off against Brunswick and Medina took on Warrensville Hts. on Jan. 11 at Medina High School.

Middletown sprints past Hamilton

Middletown knocked off Hamilton 61-43 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Middletown and Hamilton squared off on Dec. 19, 2023 at Middletown High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Middletown faced off against Bishop Fenwick and Hamilton took on Cin. Western Hills on Jan. 4 at Hamilton High School.

Milford Center Fairbanks dominates Mechanicsburg

Milford Center Fairbanks rolled past Mechanicsburg for a comfortable 61-27 victory in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Milford Center Fairbanks faced off against W. Liberty-Salem and Mechanicsburg took on Spring. Greenon on Jan. 7 at Greenon High School.

Millbury Lake overwhelms Rossford

Millbury Lake dismissed Rossford by a 78-34 count during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Millbury Lake and Rossford squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Lake High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Rossford faced off against Arcadia and Millbury Lake took on Pemberville Eastwood on Jan. 7 at Eastwood High School.

Minford routs Wheelersburg

It was a tough night for Wheelersburg which was overmatched by Minford in this 92-53 verdict.

Minford opened with a 28-14 advantage over Wheelersburg through the first quarter.

The Falcons registered a 56-28 advantage at half over the Pirates.

Minford pulled to a 70-39 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Falcons held on with a 22-14 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Wheelersburg and Minford faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Minford High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Minford faced off against Seaman N. Adams and Wheelersburg took on S. Webster on Jan. 3 at Wheelersburg High School.

Minster edges past Ft. Recovery in tough test

Minster topped Ft. Recovery 54-47 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Minster and Ft. Recovery faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Fort Recovery High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Ft. Recovery faced off against New Bremen and Minster took on Versailles on Jan. 10 at Minster High School.

Monroe records thin win against Franklin

Monroe finally found a way to top Franklin 55-49 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

The start wasn’t the problem for Franklin, as it began with a 12-10 edge over Monroe through the end of the first quarter.

The Hornets kept a 30-25 half margin at the Wildcats’ expense.

Monroe moved to a 36-29 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Wildcats rallied in the fourth quarter, but the Hornets skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

Last season, Monroe and Franklin faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Monroe High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Monroe faced off against Day. Oakwood and Franklin took on Middletown Madison on Jan. 3 at Franklin High School.

Montpelier earns narrow win over Stryker

Montpelier posted a narrow 57-56 win over Stryker in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Montpelier darted in front of Stryker 17-12 to begin the second quarter.

The Panthers bowed their back in the second quarter, chipping the deficit to 30-26.

Montpelier moved to a 40-35 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Locomotives maintained the upper hand despite being outscored 21-17 in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Montpelier and Stryker faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Stryker High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Stryker faced off against Edon and Montpelier took on Holgate on Jan. 9 at Montpelier High School.

Morral Ridgedale pushes over McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley

Morral Ridgedale pushed past McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley for a 71-56 win on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

The first quarter gave Morral Ridgedale a 14-7 lead over McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley.

The Rams didn’t give up, slicing the gap to 35-29 at the intermission.

Morral Ridgedale moved to a 53-42 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Rockets got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with an 18-14 edge.

Last season, McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley and Morral Ridgedale squared off on Feb. 7, 2024 at Upper Scioto Valley High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Morral Ridgedale faced off against Lima Perry and McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley took on Ada on Jan. 11 at Ada High School.

Mt. Orab Western Brown escapes New Richmond in thin win

Mt. Orab Western Brown topped New Richmond 69-66 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at New Richmond High on Jan. 17.

Last time Mt. Orab Western Brown and New Richmond played in a 67-57 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

Mt. Vernon carves slim margin over Pataskala Licking Hts.

Mt. Vernon topped Pataskala Licking Hts. 50-48 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

The start wasn’t the problem for Pataskala Licking Hts., as it began with a 12-7 edge over Mt. Vernon through the end of the first quarter.

The Hornets moved ahead by earning a 21-19 advantage over the Yellow Jackets at the end of the second quarter.

Pataskala Licking Hts. enjoyed a 40-37 lead over Mt. Vernon to start the fourth quarter.

It took a 13-8 rally, but the Yellow Jackets were up to the task, grabbing the lead for good in the final quarter.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Mt. Vernon faced off against Granville and Pataskala Licking Hts. took on Pataskala Watkins Memorial on Jan. 11 at Licking Heights High School.

Mt. Victory Ridgemont secures a win over Lima Temple Christian

Mt. Victory Ridgemont eventually beat Lima Temple Christian 58-45 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Mt. Victory Ridgemont and Lima Temple Christian faced off on Jan. 23, 2024 at Temple Christian School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Mt. Victory Ridgemont faced off against W. Jefferson and Lima Temple Christian took on Bellefontaine Calvary Christian on Jan. 11 at Temple Christian School.

New Albany narrowly defeats Westerville Cent.

New Albany pushed past Westerville Cent. for a 55-45 win during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, New Albany and Westerville Cent. squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Westerville Central High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Westerville Cent. faced off against Westerville N. and New Albany took on Pickerington N. on Jan. 11 at New Albany High School.

New Boston Glenwood races in front to defeat Portsmouth Sciotoville

New Boston Glenwood took control early and methodically pulled away to beat Portsmouth Sciotoville 84-56 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last time Portsmouth Sciotoville and New Boston Glenwood played in a 56-53 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

Recently on Jan. 3, Portsmouth Sciotoville squared off with Franklin Furnace Green in a basketball game.

New Concord John Glenn scores fast, scores a lot to dismiss Philo

New Concord John Glenn scored early and often in an 83-57 win over Philo during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, New Concord John Glenn and Philo squared off on Feb. 27, 2024 at John Glenn High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Philo faced off against Zanesville and New Concord John Glenn took on Dresden Tri-Valley on Jan. 7 at John Glenn High School.

New Lebanon Dixie narrowly defeats Lewisburg Tri-County N.

New Lebanon Dixie knocked off Lewisburg Tri-County N. 70-54 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lewisburg Tri-County N. faced off against Spring. Emmanuel Christian and New Lebanon Dixie took on Franklin Middletown Christian on Jan. 11 at Dixie High School.

New Lexington tacks win on Byesville Meadowbrook

It was a tough night for Byesville Meadowbrook which was overmatched by New Lexington in this 61-31 verdict.

Last time New Lexington and Byesville Meadowbrook played in a 48-31 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Byesville Meadowbrook faced off against Crooksville and New Lexington took on Nelsonville-York on Jan. 3 at Nelsonville-York High School.

New Madison Tri-Village earns solid win over New Paris National Trail

New Madison Tri-Village notched a win against New Paris National Trail 63-48 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last time New Madison Tri-Village and New Paris National Trail played in a 85-39 game on Feb. 6, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 3, New Paris National Trail faced off against W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. and New Madison Tri-Village took on Carlisle on Jan. 11 at Carlisle High School.

Newark delivers statement win over Lancaster

Newark scored early and often to roll over Lancaster 63-37 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Newark opened with a 17-12 advantage over Lancaster through the first quarter.

The Wildcats opened a massive 35-17 gap over the Gales at halftime.

Newark jumped to a 52-26 lead heading into the final quarter.

Both teams scored evenly in the fourth quarter to make it 63-37.

Last time Newark and Lancaster played in a 64-33 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Newark faced off against Ashville Teays Valley and Lancaster took on Reynoldsburg on Jan. 10 at Lancaster High School.

Newark Licking Valley thwarts Pataskala Watkins Memorial’s quest

Newark Licking Valley pushed past Pataskala Watkins Memorial for a 74-55 win on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Pataskala Watkins Memorial and Newark Licking Valley faced off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Licking Valley High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Newark Licking Valley faced off against Zanesville and Pataskala Watkins Memorial took on Pataskala Licking Hts. on Jan. 11 at Licking Heights High School.

Newton Falls takes down Ravenna SE

Newton Falls left no doubt on Friday, controlling Ravenna SE from start to finish for a 71-36 victory in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Newton Falls and Ravenna SE squared off on Jan. 13, 2024 at Southeast High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Newton Falls faced off against Cortland Lakeview and Ravenna SE took on Leavittsburg LaBrae on Jan. 9 at Southeast High School.

Niles McKinley barely beats Girard

Niles McKinley topped Girard 46-42 in a tough tilt on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Niles McKinley and Girard faced off on Feb. 6, 2024 at McKinley High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Niles McKinley faced off against Struthers and Girard took on New Middletown Spring. on Jan. 11 at Springfield Local High School.

N. Jackson Jackson-Milton pockets slim win over New Middletown Spring.

N. Jackson Jackson-Milton finally found a way to top New Middletown Spring. 59-53 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, New Middletown Spring. and N. Jackson Jackson-Milton faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Jackson-Milton High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, N. Jackson Jackson-Milton faced off against Lowellville and New Middletown Spring. took on Girard on Jan. 11 at Springfield Local High School.

N. Olmsted pushes over Parma Hts. Valley Forge

N. Olmsted grabbed a 55-39 victory at the expense of Parma Hts. Valley Forge on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Parma Hts. Valley Forge faced off against Medina Buckeye and N. Olmsted took on Rocky River on Jan. 11 at Rocky River High School.

N. Royalton narrowly defeats Twinsburg

N. Royalton knocked off Twinsburg 55-44 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, N. Royalton faced off against Solon and Twinsburg took on Macedonia Nordonia on Jan. 10 at Twinsburg High School.

Oberlin Firelands tacks win on Lorain Clearview

Oberlin Firelands dominated Lorain Clearview 64-40 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

The first quarter gave Oberlin Firelands a 14-4 lead over Lorain Clearview.

Momentum turned in the second quarter as the Clippers climbed back to within 23-20.

Oberlin Firelands moved to a 44-30 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Falcons got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 20-10 edge.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Lorain Clearview faced off against Columbia Station Columbia and Oberlin Firelands took on Sheffield Brookside on Jan. 10 at Brookside High School.

Orwell Grand Valley overcomes Ashtabula St. John in seat-squirming affair

Orwell Grand Valley finally found a way to top Ashtabula St. John 63-62 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Orwell Grand Valley faced off against Mineral Ridge and Ashtabula St John took on Kinsman Badger on Jan. 9 at Saint John School.

Ottawa-Glandorf carves slim margin over St. Marys

Ottawa-Glandorf posted a narrow 56-55 win over St. Marys in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Ottawa-Glandorf and St Marys played in a 74-65 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Ottawa-Glandorf faced off against Findlay and St Marys took on Wapakoneta on Jan. 10 at Wapakoneta High School.

Tol. Ottawa Hills prevails over Oregon Stritch

Tol. Ottawa Hills dominated from start to finish in an imposing 53-32 win over Oregon Stritch for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Ottawa Hills High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Tol. Ottawa Hills and Oregon Stritch faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tol. Ottawa Hills faced off against Tol. Emmanuel Baptist and Oregon Stritch took on Tol. Christian on Jan. 11 at Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School.

Ottoville exhales after close call with Miller City

Ottoville posted a narrow 38-30 win over Miller City on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Ottoville and Miller City squared off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Miller City High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Miller City faced off against Van Wert Lincolnview and Ottoville took on Pandora-Gilboa on Jan. 11 at Ottoville High School.

Painesville Riverside rides to cruise-control win over Eastlake North

Painesville Riverside dominated from start to finish in an imposing 65-44 win over Eastlake North for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Riverside High on Jan. 17.

Painesville Riverside opened with a 12-8 advantage over Eastlake North through the first quarter.

The Beavers opened a huge 29-12 gap over the Rangers at the half.

Painesville Riverside stormed to a 44-22 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Rangers rallied with a 22-21 advantage in the fourth quarter. However, the Beavers prevailed.

Last season, Eastlake North and Painesville Riverside squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Riverside High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Painesville Riverside faced off against Fairport Harbor Harding and Eastlake North took on Cle. VASJ on Jan. 10 at Villa Angela-Saint Joseph High School.

Pandora-Gilboa posts win at Arcadia’s expense

Pandora-Gilboa notched a win against Arcadia 53-42 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Pandora-Gilboa and Arcadia faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Pandora-Gilboa High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Arcadia faced off against Fostoria and Pandora-Gilboa took on Ottoville on Jan. 11 at Ottoville High School.

Parma Normandy squeezes past Bay (OH)

Parma Normandy posted a narrow 54-52 win over Bay (OH) for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Bay on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Bay (OH) faced off against Lakewood and Parma Normandy took on N. Olmsted on Jan. 7 at Normandy High School.

Paulding escapes Defiance Ayersville in thin win

Paulding posted a narrow 60-53 win over Defiance Ayersville during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Paulding and Defiance Ayersville squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Ayersville.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Paulding faced off against Liberty Center and Defiance Ayersville took on Haviland Wayne Trace on Jan. 10 at Wayne Trace High School.

Peninsula Woodridge dominates Ravenna

Peninsula Woodridge’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Ravenna 55-34 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Ravenna faced off against Willoughby S. and Peninsula Woodridge took on New Franklin Manchester on Jan. 11 at Woodridge High School.

Perrysburg dominates Bowling Green

Perrysburg dominated from start to finish in an imposing 64-37 win over Bowling Green in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time Perrysburg and Bowling Green played in a 65-64 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Perrysburg faced off against Tol. Cent. Cath. and Bowling Green took on Holland Springfield on Jan. 10 at Springfield High School.

Pettisville rides to cruise-control win over Gorham Fayette

Pettisville dismissed Gorham Fayette by a 59-29 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Pettisville and Gorham Fayette faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Fayette High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Pettisville faced off against Edgerton and Gorham Fayette took on W. Unity Hilltop on Jan. 9 at Fayette High School.

Pickerington N. claims victory against Gahanna Lincoln

Pickerington N. handed Gahanna Lincoln a tough 64-54 loss in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time Pickerington N. and Gahanna Lincoln played in a 68-36 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Pickerington N. faced off against New Albany and Gahanna Lincoln took on Grove City on Jan. 11 at Gahanna Lincoln High School.

Pioneer N. Central dominates Holgate

Pioneer N. Central left no doubt on Friday, controlling Holgate from start to finish for a 63-30 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

The first quarter gave Pioneer N. Central a 13-7 lead over Holgate.

The Eagles fought to a 27-17 half margin at the Tigers’ expense.

Pioneer N. Central roared to a 44-28 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Eagles held on with a 19-2 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Holgate and Pioneer N. Central faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at North Central High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Holgate faced off against Leipsic and Pioneer N. Central took on Ft. Jennings on Jan. 11 at North Central High School.

Plain City Jonathan Alder posts win at Urbana’s expense

Plain City Jonathan Alder eventually beat Urbana 53-36 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last time Urbana and Plain City Jonathan Alder played in a 61-52 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Urbana faced off against London and Plain City Jonathan Alder took on New Carlisle Tecumseh on Jan. 11 at Tecumseh High School.

Pomeroy Meigs takes advantage of early margin to defeat Nelsonville-York

An early dose of momentum helped Pomeroy Meigs to a 92-47 runaway past Nelsonville-York in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Pomeroy Meigs and Nelsonville-York faced off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Meigs High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Pomeroy Meigs faced off against Reedsville Eastern and Nelsonville-York took on New Lexington on Jan. 3 at Nelsonville-York High School.

Portsmouth Notre Dame overwhelms Franklin Furnace Green

Portsmouth Notre Dame dismissed Franklin Furnace Green by a 58-32 count at Notre Dame High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Portsmouth Notre Dame and Franklin Furnace Green played in a 66-41 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Portsmouth Notre Dame faced off against Portsmouth Clay and Franklin Furnace Green took on Manchester on Jan. 4 at Green High School.

Proctorville Fairland denies South Point’s challenge

Proctorville Fairland grabbed a 51-37 victory at the expense of South Point in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, South Point and Proctorville Fairland squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Fairland High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Proctorville Fairland faced off against Ironton and South Point took on Ironton on Jan. 2 at South Point High School.

Cory-Rawson collects victory over Marion Elgin

Cory-Rawson pushed past Marion Elgin for a 53-39 win in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time Cory-Rawson and Marion Elgin played in a 56-44 game on Jan. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Marion Elgin faced off against Mt. Victory Ridgemont and Cory-Rawson took on N. Baltimore on Jan. 10 at North Baltimore High School.

Reynoldsburg claims victory against Pickerington Cent.

Reynoldsburg collected a solid win over Pickerington Cent. in a 74-63 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

The two teams dueled to an even start, with Reynoldsburg and Pickerington Cent. settling for a 14-14 first-quarter knot.

The Raiders registered a 37-30 advantage at intermission over the Tigers.

Pickerington Cent. fought back in the third quarter to make it 52-51.

The Raiders held on with a 22-12 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Reynoldsburg and Pickerington Cent. faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Reynoldsburg High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Pickerington Cent. faced off against Groveport-Madison and Reynoldsburg took on Lancaster on Jan. 10 at Lancaster High School.

Richfield Revere slips past Medina Highland

Richfield Revere posted a narrow 58-54 win over Medina Highland in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Richfield Revere faced off against Tallmadge and Medina Highland took on Barberton on Jan. 10 at Barberton High School.

Richwood N. Union barely beats Lewistown Indian Lake

Richwood N. Union topped Lewistown Indian Lake 55-48 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last season, Lewistown Indian Lake and Richwood N. Union squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at North Union High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Lewistown Indian Lake faced off against Anna and Richwood N. Union took on Spring. NW on Jan. 9 at Northwestern High School.

Rockford Parkway records thin win against New Bremen

Rockford Parkway posted a narrow 47-44 win over New Bremen in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, New Bremen and Rockford Parkway faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at New Bremen High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, New Bremen faced off against Arcanum and Rockford Parkway took on Delphos Jefferson on Jan. 11 at Jefferson High School.

Rocky River survives for narrow win over Medina Buckeye

Rocky River topped Medina Buckeye 62-58 in a tough tilt at Rocky River High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Rocky River faced off against N. Olmsted and Medina Buckeye took on Parma Hts. Valley Forge on Jan. 10 at Buckeye High School.

Russia overwhelms Anna

Russia dismissed Anna by a 63-36 count at Russia High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Anna and Russia played in a 52-48 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Russia faced off against Sidney Fairlawn and Anna took on Lewistown Indian Lake on Jan. 11 at Anna High School.

Sandusky survives for narrow win over Bellevue

Sandusky posted a narrow 61-55 win over Bellevue on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

The first quarter gave Sandusky a 16-6 lead over Bellevue.

The Redmen trimmed the margin to make it 26-18 at halftime.

Both teams scored evenly in the third quarter to make it 43-35.

The Blue Streaks maintained the upper hand despite being outscored 20-18 in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Bellevue faced off against Sandusky Perkins and Sandusky took on Clyde on Jan. 9 at Clyde High School.

Sandusky Perkins bests Norwalk

Sandusky Perkins dismissed Norwalk by a 73-34 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Norwalk faced off against Tiffin Columbian and Sandusky Perkins took on Lexington on Jan. 11 at Lexington High School.

Seaman N. Adams earns narrow win over Sardinia Eastern Brown

Seaman N. Adams posted a narrow 59-55 win over Sardinia Eastern Brown in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Seaman N. Adams and Sardinia Eastern Brown faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at North Adams High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Seaman N. Adams faced off against Minford and Sardinia Eastern Brown took on Hillsboro on Jan. 11 at Hillsboro High School.

Sheffield Brookside pockets slim win over LaGrange Keystone

Sheffield Brookside topped LaGrange Keystone 74-66 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Sheffield Brookside faced off against Oberlin Firelands and LaGrange Keystone took on Oberlin Firelands on Jan. 7 at Firelands High School.

Sidney earns solid win over Riverside Stebbins

Sidney grabbed a 60-41 victory at the expense of Riverside Stebbins for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Sidney High on Jan. 17.

Sidney opened with a 13-9 advantage over Riverside Stebbins through the first quarter.

The Yellow Jackets’ offense darted in front for a 24-17 lead over the Indians at the intermission.

Sidney thundered to a 41-25 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Yellow Jackets got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 19-16 edge.

Last season, Riverside Stebbins and Sidney faced off on Feb. 22, 2024 at Sidney High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Sidney faced off against Troy.

Sidney Lehman posts win at Milton-Union’s expense

Sidney Lehman handed Milton-Union a tough 48-29 loss on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Sidney Lehman and Milton-Union played in a 52-33 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Sidney Lehman faced off against Day. Northridge and Milton-Union took on Brookville on Jan. 11 at Milton-Union High School.

Spencerville routs Delphos Jefferson

Spencerville left no doubt on Friday, controlling Delphos Jefferson from start to finish for a 65-42 victory on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Spencerville and Delphos Jefferson played in a 69-36 game on Feb. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Spencerville faced off against Lima Bath and Delphos Jefferson took on Rockford Parkway on Jan. 11 at Jefferson High School.

Springboro survives overtime against Springfield

Springboro used overtime to slip past Springfield 64-54 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Springboro and Springfield squared off on March 4, 2024 at Springboro High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Springboro faced off against Cin. Walnut Hills and Springfield took on Trotwood-Madison on Jan. 7 at Trotwood-Madison High School.

Spring. Cath. Cent. outlasts Spring. Greenon

Spring. Cath. Cent. grabbed a 54-40 victory at the expense of Spring. Greenon at Greenon High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Spring. Greenon faced off against Mechanicsburg.

Spring. NW squeezes past Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan

Spring. NW posted a narrow 51-44 win over Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan started on steady ground by forging a 15-12 lead over Spring. NW at the end of the first quarter.

The Raiders moved a tight margin over the Warriors as both teams headed to make end of the second quarter adjustments.

Spring. NW broke in front at the beginning of the final quarter with a 37-36 lead over Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan.

The Warriors held on with a 14-8 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last season, Spring. NW and Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Benjamin Logan High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan faced off against Lewistown Indian Lake and Spring. NW took on Richwood N. Union on Jan. 9 at Northwestern High School.

Spring. Shawnee thwarts St. Paris Graham’s quest

Spring. Shawnee collected a solid win over St. Paris Graham in a 49-37 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

St. Paris Graham showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 17-15 advantage over Spring. Shawnee as the first quarter ended.

The Falcons got the better of the action throughout the first half, owning a 28-25 margin over the Braves at half.

Spring. Shawnee broke in front at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 38-33 lead over St. Paris Graham.

The Braves held on with a 11-4 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last season, Spring. Shawnee and St. Paris Graham faced off on Feb. 17, 2024 at Shawnee High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Spring. Shawnee faced off against Tipp City Tippecanoe and St. Paris Graham took on Casstown Miami E. on Jan. 4 at Graham High School.

St. Bernard-Elmwood Place collects victory over Villa Madonna

St. Bernard-Elmwood Place collected a solid win over Villa Madonna in a 67-48 verdict in a Kentucky boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

St. Henry (OH) darts by New Knoxville

St. Henry (OH) dominated from start to finish in an imposing 56-20 win over New Knoxville in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time St. Henry (OH) and New Knoxville played in a 71-33 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, St. Henry (OH) faced off against Coldwater and New Knoxville took on Jackson Center on Jan. 11 at Jackson Center High School.

Steubenville overpowers E. Liverpool in thorough fashion

Steubenville’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from E. Liverpool 80-43 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time E. Liverpool and Steubenville played in a 76-61 game on Jan. 9, 2024.

Recently on Jan. 11, Steubenville squared off with Hannibal River in a basketball game.

Stow-Munroe Falls records thin win against Wadsworth

Stow-Munroe Falls finally found a way to top Wadsworth 57-49 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Wadsworth faced off against Hudson and Stow-Munroe Falls took on Brecksville-Broadview Hts. on Jan. 10 at Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.

Strasburg pockets slim win over Bowerston Conotton Valley

Strasburg topped Bowerston Conotton Valley 44-35 in a tough tilt on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Strasburg and Bowerston Conotton Valley squared off on Feb. 13, 2024 at Strasburg-Franklin High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Strasburg faced off against Uhrichsville Claymont and Bowerston Conotton Valley took on Lore City Buckeye Trail on Jan. 7 at Buckeye Trail High School.

Streetsboro crushes Akr. Springfield

Streetsboro recorded a big victory over Akr. Springfield 69-16 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Streetsboro moved in front of Akr. Springfield 22-12 to begin the second quarter.

The Rockets’ offense charged in front for a 55-12 lead over the Spartans at the intermission.

Streetsboro steamrolled to a 65-13 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Rockets held on with a 4-3 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Streetsboro faced off against Lodi Cloverleaf and Akr. Springfield took on Peninsula Woodridge on Jan. 7 at Woodridge High School.

Strongsville claims victory against Euclid

Strongsville pushed past Euclid for a 71-52 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Strongsville and Euclid played in a 61-57 game on Dec. 15, 2023.

Recently on Jan. 10, Strongsville squared off with Shaker Hts. in a basketball game.

Sugarcreek Garaway overcomes Uhrichsville Claymont

Sugarcreek Garaway pushed past Uhrichsville Claymont for a 59-42 win at Garaway High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Sugarcreek Garaway and Uhrichsville Claymont faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Claymont High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Sugarcreek Garaway faced off against Newcomerstown and Uhrichsville Claymont took on Strasburg on Jan. 10 at Strasburg-Franklin High School.

Athens tops Albany Alexander

Athens eventually beat Albany Alexander 63-48 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Albany Alexander faced off against Chillicothe Huntington.

Old Fort collects victory over Tiffin Calvert

Old Fort pushed past Tiffin Calvert for a 66-53 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Old Fort and Tiffin Calvert squared off on March 5, 2024 at Calvert High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Old Fort faced off against Kansas Lakota and Tiffin Calvert took on Clyde on Jan. 11 at Clyde High School.

Tiffin Columbian escapes close call with Clyde

Tiffin Columbian finally found a way to top Clyde 65-62 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Clyde and Tiffin Columbian squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Clyde High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Clyde faced off against Tiffin Calvert and Tiffin Columbian took on Marion Harding High School on Jan. 11 at Columbian High School.

Tipp City Tippecanoe rides to cruise-control win over Legacy Christian

It was a tough night for Legacy Christian which was overmatched by Tipp City Tippecanoe in this 67-46 verdict.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tipp City Tippecanoe faced off against Spring. Shawnee and Legacy Christian took on Cedarville on Jan. 11 at Cedarville High School.

Tol. Christian defeats Northwood

Tol. Christian recorded a big victory over Northwood 61-23 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Tol. Christian charged in front of Northwood 24-0 to begin the second quarter.

The Eagles fought to a 43-4 halftime margin at the Rangers’ expense.

The scene changed momentarily in the third quarter when Northwood got within 51-14.

The Eagles got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 10-9 edge.

Last season, Tol. Christian and Northwood faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Toledo Christian School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tol. Christian faced off against Oregon Stritch and Northwood took on Tol. Maumee Valley on Jan. 11 at Maumee Valley Country Day School.

Tol. Maumee Valley claims victory against Tol. Emmanuel Baptist

Tol. Maumee Valley eventually beat Tol. Emmanuel Baptist 72-60 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Emmanuel Christian High on Jan. 17.

Last season, Tol. Emmanuel Baptist and Tol. Maumee Valley faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Emmanuel Christian School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tol. Emmanuel Baptist faced off against Tol. Ottawa Hills and Tol. Maumee Valley took on Northwood on Jan. 11 at Maumee Valley Country Day School.

Tol. Rogers routs Tol. Woodward

It was a tough night for Tol. Woodward which was overmatched by Tol. Rogers in this 60-18 verdict.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Tol. Woodward faced off against Cols. Africentric and Tol. Rogers took on Tol. Scott on Jan. 2 at Rogers High School.

Tol. Start tacks win on Tol. Bowsher

Tol. Start dominated from start to finish in an imposing 74-35 win over Tol. Bowsher in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Tol. Bowsher faced off against Sylvania Southview and Tol. Start took on Lima on Jan. 9 at Start High School.

Tol. Whitmer overpowers Sylvania Southview in thorough fashion

Tol. Whitmer controlled the action to earn an impressive 80-53 win against Sylvania Southview in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last time Tol. Whitmer and Sylvania Southview played in a 62-54 game on Jan. 19, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Tol. Whitmer faced off against Whitehouse Anthony Wayne and Sylvania Southview took on Napoleon on Jan. 10 at Napoleon High School.

Toledo St. John’s Jesuit records thin win against Tol. Cent. Cath.

Toledo St. John’s Jesuit posted a narrow 53-49 win over Tol. Cent. Cath. on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Tol. Cent. Cath. faced off against Perrysburg and Toledo St John’s Jesuit took on Tol. St. Francis on Jan. 3 at Saint John’s Jesuit High School.

Troy Christian records thin win against Covington

Troy Christian topped Covington 50-47 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Covington faced off against Sidney Fairlawn and Troy Christian took on Sidney Lehman on Jan. 8 at Lehman Catholic High School.

Van Buren earns narrow win over Ada

Van Buren topped Ada 48-40 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Ada faced off against McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley and Van Buren took on Dola Hardin Northern on Jan. 11 at Van Buren High School.

Van Wert tops Wapakoneta

Van Wert notched a win against Wapakoneta 57-47 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

Last season, Wapakoneta and Van Wert squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Wapakoneta High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Van Wert faced off against Maria Stein Marion Local and Wapakoneta took on Lima Perry on Jan. 11 at Wapakoneta High School.

Versailles tops Coldwater

Versailles notched a win against Coldwater 54-41 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Jan. 17.

The first quarter gave Versailles a 15-9 lead over Coldwater.

The Tigers fought to a 29-20 halftime margin at the Cavaliers’ expense.

Versailles darted to a 39-26 lead heading into the final quarter.

The gap remained steady with both teams scoring evenly in the final quarter.

Last season, Coldwater and Versailles squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Versailles High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Versailles faced off against Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe and Coldwater took on Haviland Wayne Trace on Jan. 11 at Coldwater High School.

Warren Harding earns narrow win over Canfield

Warren Harding topped Canfield 54-49 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Jan. 17.

Last time Canfield and Warren Harding played in a 51-44 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Canfield faced off against Warren Howland and Warren Harding took on Willoughby S. on Jan. 11 at South High School.

Washington C.H. Miami Trace edges past Washington C.H. in tough test

Washington C.H. Miami Trace posted a narrow 61-54 win over Washington C.H. at Washington High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Jan. 2, Washington C.H. faced off against Lancaster Fairfield Union and Washington C.H. Miami Trace took on Circleville on Jan. 4 at Circleville High School.

Wauseon carves slim margin over Metamora Evergreen

Wauseon posted a narrow 57-53 win over Metamora Evergreen on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Wauseon and Metamora Evergreen squared off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Wauseon High School.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Metamora Evergreen faced off against Sherwood Fairview and Wauseon took on Defiance on Jan. 11 at Defiance High School.

Waverly escapes Lucasville Valley in thin win

Waverly topped Lucasville Valley 42-40 in a tough tilt at Waverly High on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Lucasville Valley and Waverly faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Waverly High School.

In recent action on Jan. 3, Waverly faced off against Portsmouth W. and Lucasville Valley took on Minford on Jan. 3 at Valley High School.

Waynesfield-Goshen bests N. Baltimore

Waynesfield-Goshen controlled the action to earn an impressive 53-29 win against N. Baltimore on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Waynesfield-Goshen and N. Baltimore squared off on Feb. 20, 2024 at North Baltimore High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Waynesfield-Goshen faced off against Dola Hardin Northern and N. Baltimore took on Cory-Rawson on Jan. 10 at North Baltimore High School.

W. Chester Lakota W. bests Mason

W. Chester Lakota W. raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 66-29 win over Mason on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time W. Chester Lakota W. and Mason played in a 68-38 game on Jan. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, W. Chester Lakota W. faced off against Cin. Colerain and Mason took on Cin. Princeton on Jan. 7 at Princeton High School.

W. Lafayette Ridgewood outlasts Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley in overtime classic

W. Lafayette Ridgewood used overtime to slip past Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley 57-54 in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last season, Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley and W. Lafayette Ridgewood squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Ridgewood High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley faced off against Magnolia Sandy Valley and W. Lafayette Ridgewood took on Sugarcreek Garaway on Jan. 7 at Garaway High School.

Westerville N. darts by Dublin Scioto

It was a tough night for Dublin Scioto which was overmatched by Westerville N. in this 75-28 verdict.

Last season, Westerville N. and Dublin Scioto squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Westerville North High School.

In recent action on Jan. 9, Westerville N. faced off against Sunbury Big Walnut and Dublin Scioto took on Hayes on Jan. 11 at Hayes High School.

Whitehouse Anthony Wayne escapes close call with Napoleon

Whitehouse Anthony Wayne topped Napoleon 62-53 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Whitehouse Anthony Wayne faced off against Tol. Whitmer and Napoleon took on Sylvania Southview on Jan. 10 at Napoleon High School.

Wickliffe dominates Middlefield Cardinal in convincing showing

Wickliffe dismissed Middlefield Cardinal by an 81-57 count during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Wickliffe and Middlefield Cardinal faced off on Feb. 13, 2024 at Wickliffe High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Wickliffe faced off against Mantua Crestwood and Middlefield Cardinal took on Kirtland on Jan. 10 at Kirtland High School.

Willow Wood Symmes Valley records thin win against Latham Western

Willow Wood Symmes Valley posted a narrow 72-66 win over Latham Western on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Willow Wood Symmes Valley and Latham Western squared off on Feb. 13, 2024 at Western High School.

In recent action on Jan. 4, Latham Western faced off against Leesburg Fairfield and Willow Wood Symmes Valley took on Bidwell River Valley on Jan. 4 at River Valley High School.

Windham denies Cortland Maplewood’s challenge

Windham collected a solid win over Cortland Maplewood in a 64-51 verdict in Ohio boys basketball on Jan. 17.

Last time Windham and Cortland Maplewood played in a 62-52 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Windham faced off against Fairport Harbor Harding and Cortland Maplewood took on Bristol on Jan. 10 at Bristol High School.

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. scores early, pulls away from Cameron

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. broke to an early lead and topped Cameron 65-15 on Jan. 17 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. breathed fire in front of Cameron 27-8 to begin the second quarter.

The Seminoles fought to a 48-10 intermission margin at the Dragons’ expense.

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. thundered to a 59-13 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Seminoles held on with a 6-2 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Recently on Jan. 9, Woodsfield Monroe Cent. squared off with Hannibal River in a basketball game.

Youngs. Boardman prevails over Warren Howland

Youngs. Boardman dismissed Warren Howland by a 71-48 count during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last time Warren Howland and Youngs. Boardman played in a 34-33 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Youngs. Boardman faced off against N. Can. Hoover and Warren Howland took on Canfield on Jan. 10 at Canfield High School.

Youngs. Ursuline tops Youngs. Mooney

Youngs. Ursuline notched a win against Youngs. Mooney 57-41 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last time Youngs. Ursuline and Youngs. Mooney played in a 43-39 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 11, Youngs. Mooney faced off against Austintown-Fitch and Youngs. Ursuline took on East on Jan. 7 at Ursuline High School.

Youngs. Valley Christian delivers statement win over Salineville Southern

Youngs. Valley Christian scored early and often to roll over Salineville Southern 74-51 in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Last time Youngs. Valley Christian and Salineville Southern played in a 64-21 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Salineville Southern faced off against Hanoverton United and Youngs. Valley Christian took on Columbiana on Jan. 11 at Columbiana High School.

Zanesville Maysville grinds out close victory over Coshocton

Zanesville Maysville posted a narrow 76-72 win over Coshocton in Ohio boys basketball action on Jan. 17.

Coshocton started on steady ground by forging a 23-21 lead over Zanesville Maysville at the end of the first quarter.

The Redskins had a 33-32 edge on the Panthers at the beginning of the third quarter.

Zanesville Maysville broke in front at the beginning of the final quarter with a 58-46 lead over Coshocton.

The Panthers maintained the upper hand despite being outscored 26-18 in the final quarter.

Last season, Coshocton and Zanesville Maysville faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Coshocton High School.

In recent action on Jan. 7, Coshocton faced off against Byesville Meadowbrook and Zanesville Maysville took on Zanesville W. Muskingum on Jan. 10 at Maysville High School.

Zanesville W. Muskingum collects victory over Crooksville

Zanesville W. Muskingum pushed past Crooksville for a 61-43 win during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Jan. 17.

Last season, Crooksville and Zanesville W. Muskingum faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at West Muskingum High School.

In recent action on Jan. 10, Crooksville faced off against Byesville Meadowbrook and Zanesville W. Muskingum took on Zanesville Rosecrans on Jan. 11 at West Muskingum High School.

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