It was an experience Fairbanks High School graduate Rachael Hoover will not soon forget.

Last week the Journal-Tribune reported that the 2024 Fairbanks graduate was competing in the USATF (track and field) U20 National Championships.

Hoover’s short trip culminated in a fifth-place finish following the 800-meter race with a time of 2:09.48.

The 2024-25 college football season was magical for Marysville alumnus Gunner Daniel.

Despite no longer suiting up and buckling his chinstrap, the experience of coaching a national championship contender still had its once in a lifetime feeling.

Changes are coming to the Ohio high school football scene in 2025.

The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) announced late this week that state playoff qualifiers from each region will shrink slightly from 16 teams to 12. The top four seeds in each region will receive first-round byes.

College wrestling was not the idea Awsom Mitchell had in mind when stepping onto the mat each season.

But after he qualified for his first state tournament, that changed.

A change in trajectory landed a local wrestling standout closer to home.

At one time, Carson Mize was committed to Cleveland State University’s wrestling program. But after the school announced it was one of three athletic programs being cut, the future for the senior Monarch became uncertain.

While the high school has seen its fair share of individual athletes claim their own accolades, team sports participation and competitiveness have seen better days.

The athletic administration in Cardinal Country hopes to change that situation.

Newcomers and veterans of Marysville’s boys wrestling program have lofty goals heading into the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division I state tournament.

Switching gears can be hard to deal with, especially in the middle of a sports season.

That is what Marysville High School senior wrestler Carson Mize has had to deal with when he discovered his soon-to-be college program would no longer be in operation.

Typically, those with inexperience must wait their turn.

That is not the case for some Marysville freshmen who are preparing for postseason wrestling action.

Area high school basketball fans got their money’s worth on Friday.

The rematch between Jonathan Alder and London had all the makings of a hotly-contested matchup.

As the gym overflowed, the Pioneers were able to battle for a 61-59 overtime victory.

After his college suddenly closed, Caleb Miller was able to rebound and find a new home.

Local officials and mat bosses react to new high school wrestling rules starting this upcoming season.

Several local athletes are taking advantage of being out of school to sharpen their lacrosse skills. One club in particular saw a couple of Monarchs and Pioneers team up with one another for the weekend.

Marysville’s girls basketball team experienced success under former head coach Klarke Ransome. It’s now Justin Prices turn.

Fairbanks High School’s Rachael Hoover cemented her Lady Panther legacy with a pair of third-place finishes during the Division III state meet in Dayton.

Triad’s Awsom Mitchell reached the finals during his first trip to the OHSAA Division III state wrestling tournament.

The road to a fourth-straight Cardinal Division title came down to the wire against Olentangy.

Jonathan Alder’s standout offensive lineman announces where he will play collegiate football.

With low participation and a lack of proper facilities, Fairbanks high school downgrades its wrestling program to club status.

Jonathan Alder’s boys soccer program keeps making history.