Boardman-The Boardman Boys Track Team opened the 2026 season with a dominating 116-31-24 victory over the Crestview Rebels and Cardinal Mooney Cardinals this past Tuesday at Spartan Stadium.
The Spartans opened the meet with a victory by senior Adam Nigro, sophomore Jacob Turek, sophomore Donovan Simione, and senior Logan Poulakos in the 4x800 relay. Junior Stephan Stanford placed first in the 110H with classmates Ethan Timblin in second and Jackson Graham in fourth. Senior Kevin Tomlin placed third overall in the 100 meter dash. The Spartan 4x200 Relay Team of Tomlin, junior Ryan Mitchell, junior Robrick Taylor, and junior Abdelaziz Hadidan placed second.
In the 1600 meter run, Turek placed first with senior Dominic Theodore in second and Poulakos in third. The Spartan 4x100 Relay Team of Tomlin, senior Frank Butto, senior Jerry Smith, and senior Blake Daniels placed second. Taylor placed first in the 400 with senior Connor Boots in second, junior Tommy Sullivan in third, and Nigro fourth. Stanford was first in the 300H with Timblin in second and Graham third. In the 200, Tomlin placed first. Junior Dylan White placed first in the 800 with Turek in second and junior Jonathan Burgos-Perez in third. Poulakos placed second in the 3200 with junior Jayden Mayhew in third and freshman Cooper Moore in fourth. The Spartan 4x400 team of Nigro, Graham, Stanford, and senior Chase Moore placed first to close the meet and secure the convincing victory.
In the shot put, senior James Mitchell placed first, freshman Zac Sedlacko was second, junior Brandon Shaw was third, and senior Sean Cummings placed fourth. The discus saw senior Ahmed Mohammed place first, junior Dario Radujkovic was second, and junior Khaled Mohammed placed third. Daniels placed first in the high jump. Smith placed fourth in the long jump. In the pole vault, Theodore placed first and Simione along with junior Caden Brown tied for second.
Meet MVP honors went to Graham for his efforts over the first two meets of the season in the hurdles and 4x400 relay.
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The Spartans opened the meet with a victory by senior Adam Nigro, sophomore Jacob Turek, sophomore Donovan Simione, and senior Logan Poulakos in the 4x800 relay. Junior Stephan Stanford placed first in the 110H with classmates Ethan Timblin in second and Jackson Graham in fourth. Senior Kevin Tomlin placed third overall in the 100 meter dash. The Spartan 4x200 Relay Team of Tomlin, junior Ryan Mitchell, junior Robrick Taylor, and junior Abdelaziz Hadidan placed second.
In the 1600 meter run, Turek placed first with senior Dominic Theodore in second and Poulakos in third. The Spartan 4x100 Relay Team of Tomlin, senior Frank Butto, senior Jerry Smith, and senior Blake Daniels placed second. Taylor placed first in the 400 with senior Connor Boots in second, junior Tommy Sullivan in third, and Nigro fourth. Stanford was first in the 300H with Timblin in second and Graham third. In the 200, Tomlin placed first. Junior Dylan White placed first in the 800 with Turek in second and junior Jonathan Burgos-Perez in third. Poulakos placed second in the 3200 with junior Jayden Mayhew in third and freshman Cooper Moore in fourth. The Spartan 4x400 team of Nigro, Graham, Stanford, and senior Chase Moore placed first to close the meet and secure the convincing victory.
In the shot put, senior James Mitchell placed first, freshman Zac Sedlacko was second, junior Brandon Shaw was third, and senior Sean Cummings placed fourth. The discus saw senior Ahmed Mohammed place first, junior Dario Radujkovic was second, and junior Khaled Mohammed placed third. Daniels placed first in the high jump. Smith placed fourth in the long jump. In the pole vault, Theodore placed first and Simione along with junior Caden Brown tied for second.
Meet MVP honors went to Graham for his efforts over the first two meets of the season in the hurdles and 4x400 relay.
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Spartans rebound yesterday with win against Warren Harding 4-1. Winning for Spartans were Gabe Hammerton at 1st singles, Jimmy Hunt at 3rd singles and Cooper Mraz & Andrew Walston at 1st doubles. The Spartans travel to West Branch for next match.
The Lady Spartan Track and Field team opened the full team schedule with victories over Mooney and Crestview. 127-29-12
The Lady Spartans won 15 of the 17 events on the evening.
The first of the 15 winning events opened up with the 4x800 of Olivia Brady, Jordy Lacivita, Haley Bero and Sarah Butchko (10:54); Gigi Angiuli had a huge night winning 4 events: the 100 hurdles (15.2), the 100 (12.9), the 300 hurdles (45.7) and the long jump (15' 11"); the 4x200 of Bryanna James, Aila Niles, Ava Gaps and Mia Duble (1:56.2); Moriah Doyle in the 1600 (5:49.7); Olivia Brady in the 400 (1:02.7); Haley Bero in the 800 (2:31.4); Bryanna James in the 200 (27.3); the 4x400 relay of Ava Gaps, Mia Duble, Katie DePinto and Moriah Doyle; Sam Lenhart in the pole vault (7'); Gina Mariani in the high jump (4' 6") and finally Lili Ison staying hot in throws winning both the shot put (38'9.75") and the discus (112')
Lady Spartans with second place points include: Avery Thompson in the 100 hurdles (17.8), Mia Duble in the 400 (1:06); Moriah Doyle in the 800 (2:41); Alena Scott in pole vault (5'); Xy'Asia Gilford in the long jump (14' 9"); Tea Smith in the high jump (4' 6") and Gwen McLane in the shot put (33') and discus (106' 9").
Lady Spartans scoring 3rd place points include: Gianna Berardino in the 100 hurdles and 300 hurdles; Jae Cicchillo in the 400; Jordy Lacivita in the 800; Katie DePinto in the 200; Callie Walker in the 3200; Sophia Newton in the long jump; Damarria Tubbs in the shot put and Julia Forbes in the discus.
Finally scoring 4th place points include: Sophia Newton in the 100 and 300 hurdles; Mia Brown in the 1600; Ava Gaps in the 400; Aila Niles in the high jump; Addie Volosin in the shot put and Lily Austin in the discus.
The Lady Spartans travel to Salem on April 2nd for the Cope Invitational.
The Lady Spartans won 15 of the 17 events on the evening.
The first of the 15 winning events opened up with the 4x800 of Olivia Brady, Jordy Lacivita, Haley Bero and Sarah Butchko (10:54); Gigi Angiuli had a huge night winning 4 events: the 100 hurdles (15.2), the 100 (12.9), the 300 hurdles (45.7) and the long jump (15' 11"); the 4x200 of Bryanna James, Aila Niles, Ava Gaps and Mia Duble (1:56.2); Moriah Doyle in the 1600 (5:49.7); Olivia Brady in the 400 (1:02.7); Haley Bero in the 800 (2:31.4); Bryanna James in the 200 (27.3); the 4x400 relay of Ava Gaps, Mia Duble, Katie DePinto and Moriah Doyle; Sam Lenhart in the pole vault (7'); Gina Mariani in the high jump (4' 6") and finally Lili Ison staying hot in throws winning both the shot put (38'9.75") and the discus (112')
Lady Spartans with second place points include: Avery Thompson in the 100 hurdles (17.8), Mia Duble in the 400 (1:06); Moriah Doyle in the 800 (2:41); Alena Scott in pole vault (5'); Xy'Asia Gilford in the long jump (14' 9"); Tea Smith in the high jump (4' 6") and Gwen McLane in the shot put (33') and discus (106' 9").
Lady Spartans scoring 3rd place points include: Gianna Berardino in the 100 hurdles and 300 hurdles; Jae Cicchillo in the 400; Jordy Lacivita in the 800; Katie DePinto in the 200; Callie Walker in the 3200; Sophia Newton in the long jump; Damarria Tubbs in the shot put and Julia Forbes in the discus.
Finally scoring 4th place points include: Sophia Newton in the 100 and 300 hurdles; Mia Brown in the 1600; Ava Gaps in the 400; Aila Niles in the high jump; Addie Volosin in the shot put and Lily Austin in the discus.
The Lady Spartans travel to Salem on April 2nd for the Cope Invitational.
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The Boardman Varsity Baseball Team bounced back from their opening day loss by coming back home and defeating Warren JFK in convincing fashion, winning 10-0 in five innings.
On the mound Tyler Kirlik was dialed in from the start and ended up pitching a complete game no hitter. Kirlik went the full 5 innings, striking out 8, and giving up zero hits on the day.
Offensively, the Spartans were all over JFK pitching as they tallied 12 total hits. Kirlik had two hits including a double and two runs. Tyler Helmick stayed hot at the plate adding another two hits, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Ryan Neifer added two more hits, including a double and two RBIs. Danny Jorge added two hits , two runs scored, and an RBI. Ricky Gozur had a 3-3 day including a double, a run and three RBIs. LJ Norvell added a hit, Donovan Whippo added a run, and Sammy Moritz added a run and RBI.
Boardman improves to 1-1 as they head down to Florida for their Spring Break Trip where they will play 5 games.
On the mound Tyler Kirlik was dialed in from the start and ended up pitching a complete game no hitter. Kirlik went the full 5 innings, striking out 8, and giving up zero hits on the day.
Offensively, the Spartans were all over JFK pitching as they tallied 12 total hits. Kirlik had two hits including a double and two runs. Tyler Helmick stayed hot at the plate adding another two hits, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Ryan Neifer added two more hits, including a double and two RBIs. Danny Jorge added two hits , two runs scored, and an RBI. Ricky Gozur had a 3-3 day including a double, a run and three RBIs. LJ Norvell added a hit, Donovan Whippo added a run, and Sammy Moritz added a run and RBI.
Boardman improves to 1-1 as they head down to Florida for their Spring Break Trip where they will play 5 games.
Congratulations to senior Collin Resetar on recording his 100th career strikeout in the opening game of his senior season! 👏
Just one strikeout of many we’re sure — and we’re excited to watch Collin continue to reach new milestones and lead the Spartans on the mound all season long.
Here’s to many more big moments ahead! We are SPARTAN PROUD!
Just one strikeout of many we’re sure — and we’re excited to watch Collin continue to reach new milestones and lead the Spartans on the mound all season long.
Here’s to many more big moments ahead! We are SPARTAN PROUD!
Boardman Falls Short 6 to 8 against Poland
Boardman built a strong 6–2 halftime lead against Poland, highlighted by Val Hoysack's first-half hat trick as well as goals made by Pickles Vondran and Ava Gaps. The Spartans defense shut out Poland for much of the half. During the defensive run Catherine Lorenzi had 6 of her 12 stops in goal on the night. However, Poland responded with a dominant second half, tightening its defense and gaining momentum through draw controls. The Bulldogs scored six unanswered goals while holding Boardman scoreless after the break. Poland completed the comeback to win 8–6 in a game of two contrasting halves.
Boardman built a strong 6–2 halftime lead against Poland, highlighted by Val Hoysack's first-half hat trick as well as goals made by Pickles Vondran and Ava Gaps. The Spartans defense shut out Poland for much of the half. During the defensive run Catherine Lorenzi had 6 of her 12 stops in goal on the night. However, Poland responded with a dominant second half, tightening its defense and gaining momentum through draw controls. The Bulldogs scored six unanswered goals while holding Boardman scoreless after the break. Poland completed the comeback to win 8–6 in a game of two contrasting halves.
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Boardman junior Mikayla Rivera has been nominated as a Mahoning Matters “Softball Player to Watch” this week — and we need Spartan fans to rally behind her!
Coming off an outstanding sophomore season, Mikayla:
⭐ Hit .407 at the plate
⭐ Collected 37 hits
⭐ Scored 36 runs
⭐ Earned First Team All-AAC honors
⭐ Named Second Team All-Northeast Ohio
Now she’s ready to build on that success — and your votes can help recognize her hard work!
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Boardman junior Mikayla Rivera has been nominated as a Mahoning Matters “Softball Player to Watch” this week — and we need Spartan fans to rally behind her!
Coming off an outstanding sophomore season, Mikayla:
⭐ Hit .407 at the plate
⭐ Collected 37 hits
⭐ Scored 36 runs
⭐ Earned First Team All-AAC honors
⭐ Named Second Team All-Northeast Ohio
Now she’s ready to build on that success — and your votes can help recognize her hard work!
VOTE HERE:
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Let’s pack the comments, share the post, and support one of our Spartans as she represents Boardman softball! 👏
The Boardman JV Baseball Team opened their season at against the Poland Bulldogs, but fell 14-3.
Dylan Bruce got the start on the mound and pitched well, going 5 innings giving up 5 earned runs and striking out 6.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Ben Breese. Clayton Hoffman, and Anthony Ramunno who each had a hit. Sal Ianazone added an RBI for Boardman.
The JV team falls to 0-1 and will look to bounce back when they return to action on Friday at Twinsburg.
Dylan Bruce got the start on the mound and pitched well, going 5 innings giving up 5 earned runs and striking out 6.
Offensively, the Spartans were led by Ben Breese. Clayton Hoffman, and Anthony Ramunno who each had a hit. Sal Ianazone added an RBI for Boardman.
The JV team falls to 0-1 and will look to bounce back when they return to action on Friday at Twinsburg.
The Boardman Spartan Varsity Baseball Team opened their season on the road against Poland, but fell 6-3 in the contest.
Collin Resetar started the game on the mound, but took the loss. However, he did reach the 100 career strikeout milestone with his first inning strikeout. Donovan Whippo came in for relief and pitched 2.1 scoreless innings.
Offensively, the Spartans had chances all game, but couldn't quite come up with the big hit as they left 13 runners on base, leaving the bases loaded in three different innings including the seventh. Tyler Helmick led the way with 3 hits and an RBI. Ryan Neifer and Whippo each added a hit and Whippo added an RBI. Ricky Gozur also added an RBI in his varsity debut.
The Spartans fall to 0-1, but look to bounce back in their home opener tomorrow against Warren JFK.
Collin Resetar started the game on the mound, but took the loss. However, he did reach the 100 career strikeout milestone with his first inning strikeout. Donovan Whippo came in for relief and pitched 2.1 scoreless innings.
Offensively, the Spartans had chances all game, but couldn't quite come up with the big hit as they left 13 runners on base, leaving the bases loaded in three different innings including the seventh. Tyler Helmick led the way with 3 hits and an RBI. Ryan Neifer and Whippo each added a hit and Whippo added an RBI. Ricky Gozur also added an RBI in his varsity debut.
The Spartans fall to 0-1, but look to bounce back in their home opener tomorrow against Warren JFK.
Congratulations to Boardman senior Dominic Theodore, who will continue his academic and athletic career at Baldwin Wallace University competing in cross country and track & field while majoring in Sport Management!
A four-year member of the Spartan Cross Country and Track programs, Dominic has helped lead Boardman to three straight County and AAC Championships and back-to-back OHSAA State Championship appearances. He ranks 18th all-time in program history with a personal-best 16:11 and is a two-time Academic All-Ohioan, proving excellence both on the course and in the classroom.
Dominic has also been actively involved at BHS through National Honor Society, Orchestra, Quiz Bowl, History Club, and Big Spartan Little Spartan, serving as a leader across our school community.
We are proud of you, Dominic, and can’t wait to see all you accomplish at the next level! 👏
Hey, we know her!! ⭐
Congratulations to 2025 BHS graduate Tori Strines on her second collegiate no-hitter this season! Impressive — but not surprising! We always knew she was a star. Keep it up, Tori!
Congratulations to 2025 BHS graduate Tori Strines on her second collegiate no-hitter this season! Impressive — but not surprising! We always knew she was a star. Keep it up, Tori!
The Lady Spartans JV lacrosse team showed strong development and composure in their recent 14–0 defeat against Avon. Offensively, they demonstrated good passing and did a nice job growing throughout the game. Defensively, they became more aggressive as the game progressed and effectively kept opponents out of the 8-meter area, limiting quality chances.
The Varsity girls took the field and lost 2-16 versus the Avon Eagles. Even though the score was looped sided, the Spartans tried many new players in offense and defense positions. Throughout the game, Boardman showed flashes of being the team they can be. The Spartans look to rebound this coming Monday at Spartan Stadium against Poland 6PM.
The Varsity girls took the field and lost 2-16 versus the Avon Eagles. Even though the score was looped sided, the Spartans tried many new players in offense and defense positions. Throughout the game, Boardman showed flashes of being the team they can be. The Spartans look to rebound this coming Monday at Spartan Stadium against Poland 6PM.
Lady Spartan Track and Field start the season as Hornet Invite Runner Ups
The Lady Spartan Track and Field team open the season as the Highland Hornet Invitational runner up. The Lady Spartans were led by Lili Ison who was the meet champion in the shot put (38' 10") and discus (111' 1"). Gigi Angiuli opened the season scoring 2nd in 100 hurdles (16.05), 2nd in the long jump (15' 7.5") and 3rd in the 300 hurdles (49.70).The 4x800 relay of Haley Bero, Olivia Brady, Jaelyn Cicchillo and Moriah Doyle finished in 2nd place. Kealia Bravo won a silver medal in the 400 (1:04.95). The final silver medalist was Gwen McLane in the shot put (31' 5").The 4x200 of Bryanna James, Jasmine Matthews, Ava Gaps and Alaysia Etheridge finished in 3rd place. Olivia Brady was a 3rd place finisher in the 3200 (12:00.33). Scoring 4th place finishes for the Lady Spartans were: Haley Bero in the 1600 (5:39.98), Moriah Doyle in the 800 (2:42.49), Jasmine Matthews in the 200 (28.28) and the 4x400 relay of Kealia Bravo, Ava Gaps, Jaelyn Cicchillo and Mia Duble (4:34.08). Scoring 5th place finishes for the Lady Spartans were: Gina Mariani in the high jump (4' 6"), the 4x100 relay of Avery Thompson, Aila Niles, Lauren Lytle and Zohna McMillen (56.43) and Bryanna James in the 200 (28.68). Rounding out the scoring for the Lady Spartans was Tea Smith in the high jump (4' 6") and Gianna Berardino in the 300 hurdles (55.16). The Lady Spartans competed hard in the cold and came away with a number of career best marks on a night where you would not expect to see shining performances.
The team returns to action on Tuesday, March 31st against Mooney and Crestview. The next large competition is the Cope Invitational at Salem on Thursday, April 2nd.
The Lady Spartan Track and Field team open the season as the Highland Hornet Invitational runner up. The Lady Spartans were led by Lili Ison who was the meet champion in the shot put (38' 10") and discus (111' 1"). Gigi Angiuli opened the season scoring 2nd in 100 hurdles (16.05), 2nd in the long jump (15' 7.5") and 3rd in the 300 hurdles (49.70).The 4x800 relay of Haley Bero, Olivia Brady, Jaelyn Cicchillo and Moriah Doyle finished in 2nd place. Kealia Bravo won a silver medal in the 400 (1:04.95). The final silver medalist was Gwen McLane in the shot put (31' 5").The 4x200 of Bryanna James, Jasmine Matthews, Ava Gaps and Alaysia Etheridge finished in 3rd place. Olivia Brady was a 3rd place finisher in the 3200 (12:00.33). Scoring 4th place finishes for the Lady Spartans were: Haley Bero in the 1600 (5:39.98), Moriah Doyle in the 800 (2:42.49), Jasmine Matthews in the 200 (28.28) and the 4x400 relay of Kealia Bravo, Ava Gaps, Jaelyn Cicchillo and Mia Duble (4:34.08). Scoring 5th place finishes for the Lady Spartans were: Gina Mariani in the high jump (4' 6"), the 4x100 relay of Avery Thompson, Aila Niles, Lauren Lytle and Zohna McMillen (56.43) and Bryanna James in the 200 (28.68). Rounding out the scoring for the Lady Spartans was Tea Smith in the high jump (4' 6") and Gianna Berardino in the 300 hurdles (55.16). The Lady Spartans competed hard in the cold and came away with a number of career best marks on a night where you would not expect to see shining performances.
The team returns to action on Tuesday, March 31st against Mooney and Crestview. The next large competition is the Cope Invitational at Salem on Thursday, April 2nd.
Medina-The Boardman Spartan Track and Field Team opened the 2026 season with a second place finish at The Hornet Invitational at Medina Highland.
The 4x800 Relay Team of junior Dylan White, sophomore Jacob Turek, senior Chase Moore, and senior Dominic Theodore opened the meet with a second place finish. Junior Stephan Stanford placed second in the 110H with classmate Jackson Graham in third. Theodore placed sixth in the 1600. The 4x100 Relay Team of senior Kevin Tomlin, senior Frank Butto, senior Jerry Smith, and senior Blake Daniels placed fifth.
Graham placed first in the 300H with Stanford in second. Junior Tommy Sullivan placed first in the 800 with White in second. Tomlin placed fifth in the 200 with junior Ryan Mitchell in sixth. Turek placed first in the 3200. The 4x400 Relay Team of junior Robrick Taylor, junior Abdelaziz Hadidan, Graham, and Sullivan placed first.
In the field events, senior Blake Daniels placed first in the High Jump. Junior Ahmed Mohammed placed first in the Discus; he was followed by freshman Zac Sedlacko in sixth. Finally, in the Shot Put, senior James Mitchell placed first and junior Brandon Shaw placed third.
The 4x800 Relay Team of junior Dylan White, sophomore Jacob Turek, senior Chase Moore, and senior Dominic Theodore opened the meet with a second place finish. Junior Stephan Stanford placed second in the 110H with classmate Jackson Graham in third. Theodore placed sixth in the 1600. The 4x100 Relay Team of senior Kevin Tomlin, senior Frank Butto, senior Jerry Smith, and senior Blake Daniels placed fifth.
Graham placed first in the 300H with Stanford in second. Junior Tommy Sullivan placed first in the 800 with White in second. Tomlin placed fifth in the 200 with junior Ryan Mitchell in sixth. Turek placed first in the 3200. The 4x400 Relay Team of junior Robrick Taylor, junior Abdelaziz Hadidan, Graham, and Sullivan placed first.
In the field events, senior Blake Daniels placed first in the High Jump. Junior Ahmed Mohammed placed first in the Discus; he was followed by freshman Zac Sedlacko in sixth. Finally, in the Shot Put, senior James Mitchell placed first and junior Brandon Shaw placed third.
Boys Lacrosse Team Drops Game to Avon Eagles 15-1
The Boys Varsity Lacrosse team met a tough Avon Eagles team Saturday afternoon losing 15-1. The lone goal for the Spartans came from Luke DeJoseph off of an assist from teammate Kyle Congson. The goal came with less than a minute into the second half but the momentum would not last. Goalie Lane Schubert posted 8 saves on the afternoon while Mikey Montgomery led the team in groundballs with 6.
The boys will look to get their first win as they travel to Shaker Heights on Tuesday night.
The Boys Varsity Lacrosse team met a tough Avon Eagles team Saturday afternoon losing 15-1. The lone goal for the Spartans came from Luke DeJoseph off of an assist from teammate Kyle Congson. The goal came with less than a minute into the second half but the momentum would not last. Goalie Lane Schubert posted 8 saves on the afternoon while Mikey Montgomery led the team in groundballs with 6.
The boys will look to get their first win as they travel to Shaker Heights on Tuesday night.
Avon Eagles Defeat JV Boys Lacrosse Team 10-1
The JV Boys Lacrosse team dropped their contest to Avon Saturday afternoon 10-1. The Spartans lone goal came from attackman Dom Bagnoli in the 2nd quarter. Ryder Naughton led the team with 3 ground balls while goalie Sean Meyers posted 4 saves in the second half.
The team will travel to take on Shaker Heights Tuesday night.
The JV Boys Lacrosse team dropped their contest to Avon Saturday afternoon 10-1. The Spartans lone goal came from attackman Dom Bagnoli in the 2nd quarter. Ryder Naughton led the team with 3 ground balls while goalie Sean Meyers posted 4 saves in the second half.
The team will travel to take on Shaker Heights Tuesday night.
🌟 Spartan Athlete of the Week presented by Raising Cane's 🌟
Boardman Athletics is excited to announce a new partnership with Raising Cane’s to recognize a Spartan Athlete of the Week — celebrating the dedication, hard work, and achievements of our student-athletes!
We’re proud to introduce our first-ever honoree… girls lacrosse standout Ava Gaps!
This week was one to remember for Ava as she reached an incredible 100 career goals — and counting! She also delivered a dominant performance with 5 goals in one game vs. Canfield.
And her talents don’t stop there — this multisport athlete also competes in track & field, running the 200m and 400m for Boardman and was a member of the volleyball team.
🔥 What a way to kick off this new tradition!
Congratulations, Ava, on an amazing milestone week — Spartan Nation is proud of you!
Boardman Athletics is excited to announce a new partnership with Raising Cane’s to recognize a Spartan Athlete of the Week — celebrating the dedication, hard work, and achievements of our student-athletes!
We’re proud to introduce our first-ever honoree… girls lacrosse standout Ava Gaps!
This week was one to remember for Ava as she reached an incredible 100 career goals — and counting! She also delivered a dominant performance with 5 goals in one game vs. Canfield.
And her talents don’t stop there — this multisport athlete also competes in track & field, running the 200m and 400m for Boardman and was a member of the volleyball team.
🔥 What a way to kick off this new tradition!
Congratulations, Ava, on an amazing milestone week — Spartan Nation is proud of you!
Lady Spartans’ Bats Explode in 15-5 Road Win Over West Branch
The Boardman Lady Spartans’ offense came alive in a big way Thursday, erupting for 15 runs in their first road matchup of the season to defeat West Branch, 15-5, in six innings.
Boardman provided plenty of run support for senior pitcher Addie Kowacich, who made her first start of the year in the circle and earned the win.
The Spartans wasted no time getting on the board. In the top of the first inning, Ellie Wymer led off the game with a double off the left-field wall and later scored on a line drive up the middle from Kowacich to give Boardman an early 1-0 lead.
The offense broke things open in the second inning, sending 10 batters to the plate and scoring seven runs. Emily Swantek sparked the rally with a leadoff single—one of her four hits on the day. Autumn Miller followed with her first varsity hit, a bloop single to right field that brought Swantek home. Wymer delivered again with her second double off the wall, driving in two more runs.
Addie Rudge added an RBI on a groundout while also reaching on an error. Later in the inning, Kenzie Cherne reached safely on a misplayed ball in the infield that allowed two runs to score. Swantek capped off the inning with another RBI single, pushing the Spartans’ lead to 8-0.
West Branch answered with two runs in the bottom of the second on a double and a triple, but Boardman quickly responded. In the third inning, Miller led off with a triple off the center-field fence and later scored on a Wymer RBI groundout to extend the lead.
The Warriors continued to battle, adding two more runs in the third after a leadoff triple and a defensive miscue by the Spartans.
Boardman’s offense, however, refused to slow down. In the fourth inning, the Spartans loaded the bases, leading to an RBI single by Swantek through the left side. Wymer later drew a bases-loaded walk to bring in another run.
In the fifth, Kowacich helped her own cause with a triple to deep right-center field, scoring Rudge. Courtesy runner Addie Fiddler came in to score on a wild pitch, and Swantek added yet another RBI single as part of her perfect day at the plate.
The Spartans added their final run in the sixth when Mikayla Rivera led off with a single and later scored on a base hit by Cherne, making it 15-5.
Kowacich then closed the door in the bottom of the inning, retiring the side in order to secure the run-rule victory.
Kowacich went the distance, tossing six innings while allowing seven hits and five runs (three earned), and striking out seven.
Offensively, the Spartans pounded out 14 hits in a complete team effort. Swantek led the way with a perfect 4-for-4 performance and three RBIs. Wymer finished 2-for-4 with two doubles and four RBIs, while Kowacich added two hits and two RBIs. Miller went 2-for-4 with an RBI, and Torres also collected two hits. Rivera and Cherne each contributed a hit, with Cherne driving in a run.
With the win, Boardman improves to 3-1 on the season. The Spartans will return to action next Wednesday when they travel to Archbishop Hoban for a 5:00 p.m. matchup.
Boardman fell to Canfield 16–5 in a tough matchup. Canfield controlled the pace early and maintained momentum throughout, building a lead that Boardman couldn’t close. Despite the scoreline, Boardman continued to compete and showed effort at certain points on the field. Ava Gaps was the lone Spartan on offense that scored 5 points with 6 ground balls. The Spartans defense struggled to find a way to stop the Cardinals transition game.
Boardman will look to regroup for their next coming match this Saturday against Avon.
Boardman will look to regroup for their next coming match this Saturday against Avon.
