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Northeast Ohio Olympic gold medalist secures chance to defend title in Paris
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Katie Moon will officially be in Paris to defend her Olympic gold medal in the pole vault. The Northeast Ohio native and Olmsted Falls High School alumna Sunday was one of three United States pole vaulters to clinch a spot in the team to advance to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. Moon along with Bridget Williams and Brynn King all advanced after clearing the Olympic standard of 4.73 meters (about 15 feet, 6 1/4 inches) at the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Team Trials in Eugene, Oregon.
East Williston Softball Makes History with Double Championship Win
In a momentous achievement for East Williston, both the 10U and 12U girls' softball teams have clinched the 2024 Little League District 28 Championship titles. This marks a historic first for the district, showcasing the talent and determination of young athletes in the community. Led by dedicated coaches and supported...
Guardians’ rookie shortstop is ‘stacking’ skills, building confidence — and showing he belongs
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Toronto’s Davis Schneider was at the plate with the bases empty two weeks ago in the eighth inning of a game that the Guardians led by two runs. Schneider smashed a grounder toward Brayan Rocchio that left the bat at 98.8 mph. Cleveland’s rookie shortstop made a backhanded stop, spun on one knee toward the middle of the infield and fired a one-hop throw to first base that Josh Naylor gobbled up to retire the runner by a step.
Paige Bueckers Gives Her Honest Opinion Of WNBA Star Caitlin Clark
UConn star Paige Bueckers was recently asked about the impact that Caitlin Clark is having on the WNBA. The former AP Player of the Year didn't hesitate when sharing her thoughts on the game's brightest star. Bueckers made it clear that Clark deserves credit for elevating the WNBA's ...
‘Get the ball to Gimi’: Guardians double relay mantra produces results
CLEVELAND, Ohio — When a ball is hit over Tyler Freeman’s head, there is only one thought racing through his mind. It is a mantra that has served Guardians outfielders well all season: “Get the ball to Gimi.”. That was the case Tuesday in the second inning...
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Olmsted Falls' Katie Moon makes Olympics, will defend pole vault gold medal in Paris
EUGENE, Ore. — Katie Moon soared into the blue sky. Moon, the Olmsted Falls High School graduate, will get the opportunity to defend her Olympic gold medal in the pole vault after placing second Sunday at the U.S. Olympic trials. The Olympics begin later this month in France. She...
As Cleveland advances bike plans, some cyclists say the city is spinning its wheels
On a warm, rainy morning in Cleveland, Rocky Encalada could be heard sharing a story on top of the Detroit-Superior Bridge. It was Bike to Work Day, an annual event that encourages bicycle commuting. Locally, the event is organized by nonprofit Bike Cleveland. The organization's staffers handed out coffee and breakfast treats to cyclists commuting into Downtown Cleveland.
Mark Smith, Smith Family McDonald’s – CHS Wrestling Fireworks Stand
(42:22) We we're joined on Mix Mornings by Mark Smith, with Smith Family McDonald's. Mark shared with us that Cleveland High School's Wrestling Tea. We we’re joined on Mix Mornings by Mark Smith, with Smith Family McDonald’s. Mark shared with us that Cleveland High School’s Wrestling Team currently has a fireworks stand at McGrady & APD 40. Their sales will help benefit the Wrestling team for the upcoming school year.
Grant Students Celebrate Summer Olympics
With the Summer Olympics just around the corner, it was fitting that the end-of-year collaboration research/inquiry project the 3rd and 4th grade GT classes at Grant just completed was to research the last 15 Summer Olympic Games️. They learned about the country, events, and competition results. They highlighted three...
Four-Star Shooting Guard Dorian Jones Becomes First Commitment for Ohio State's 2025 Recruiting Class
Ohio State basketball is on the board in a big way in the recruiting class of 2025. On Monday the Buckeyes landed a commitment from four-star shooting guard Dorian Jones, their first pledge from this year's crop of high school seniors. Jones is the No. 72 overall prospect and No....
Nordonia High School hires Darin Ford to coach Knights boys basketball team
Nordonia High School has hired Darin Ford to serve as its boys basketball coach. Ford, 29, has coached at the high school and college levels, with stints in Ohio, Illinois, New York, Florida and Kansas. He was an assistant coach at Westlake High School for the past two seasons. Ford...
Cleveland.com Boys Tennis All-Stars 2024: Meet the best from Northeast Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Orange High School has produced some of the best boys tennis players in Northeast Ohio for a number of years, and 2024 is no different thanks to senior Chika Nwaozuzu. Nwaozuzu made the jump from playing doubles in 2023 to singles in 2024, where he reached...
Cleveland State Hires Ayana McWilliams as New Women's Basketball Head Coach
Cleveland State has a new women's head basketball coach. The Cougars hired Ayana McWilliams to take over the team this season. "I am truly excited about being here at Cleveland State Community College and in the Cleveland, Tennessee community," said McWilliams. "The opportunity to serve and impact change in multiple capacities, being back in the region of the country where I have deeply rooted connections, as well as being closer to family and friends made this opportunity a big draw."
Bridgeforth Named to Lake Erie League 2nd Team
Danny Bridgeforth was another one of Coach Incarnato’s Bearcats to receive post-season league honors. The junior (now senior) was name to the L.E.L.’s 2nd team for his efforts this year. His batted .296 while leading the team in doubles (4), and he was also second on the team in RBI’s (7). He also spent some time on the mound pitching this season where he managed to strike out 15 batters. As if that wasn’t enough, he maintained a fielding percentage of .955 while only committing 1 error all season. Impressive stats for guy who also plays quarterback for the football team in the fall and swims/dives during the winter. Bridgeforth is another reason why the Bearcats are poised for big things in 2025. #riseofthebearcats (Photo credit to Matt Allen)
Brush boys basketball: Early postseason exit a season ago fueling Dammons, Arcs through summer
Last season’s 58-54 defeat to Uniontown Lake in the first round of the postseason left a sour taste in Brush’s mouth. The Arcs have refocused during the summer, tackling Midwest Live and the Locked In Summer League at Warrensville Heights. This year’s team has a different feel than last year.
Solon High School student-athletes score big in community service
SOLON, Ohio -- Members of the Solon High School boys soccer team traded their cleats for helping hands in June, volunteering at the Solon Senior Center’s Produce Market distribution. This drive-thru service provides fresh fruits and vegetables monthly to local senior citizens. If you purchase a product or register...
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame celebrates the 50th anniversary of Cleveland’s World Series of Rock
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives at Cuyahoga Community College opened an exhibition of its collection featuring the World Series of Rock to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the famed concert series on Wednesday, June 26. Fifteen World Series of Rock concerts were held at Cleveland...
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