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Comets have another great showing at AAU duals
In 2018 and ’19, the Genoa wrestlers won four state championships — two in the dual team tournament; and two in the individual tournament. Now, Bob Bergman’s crew is building again in the hopes of returning to the summit of one of Ohio’s most popular and competitive sports.
Cardinal Stritch suspends varsity football for 2024-25 school year
Cardinal Stritch has announced it will not have traditional varsity football for the 2024-2025 school year. Bill Berry, the school’s president/head of school, said in a news release July 9 that the difficult decision was announced with a “heavy heart.”. “The athletic department and coaches have been working...
2024 high school football: 10 running backs to watch
It's time to look at which players are expected to be the Toledo area's top returning running backs for the upcoming 2024 season. Here is a profile of 10 running backs being counted upon to play key roles in their teams' offensive success this year. Tyler Morgan, Central Catholic At 5-foot-8 and 165 pounds, the speedy Morgan can find a hole quickly and packs a significant physical punch upon contact with defenders, who rarely bring him down on the initial hit. Overshadowed a bit by Central Catholic’s first team All-Ohio back Marquan Braswell, Morgan filled out what was arguably the state's top 1-2 ground duo. Morgan carried 156 times for 1,055 yards (6.8-yard average) and scored 25 touchdowns for the 16-0 Irish. To date, Morgan's college recruiting interest is primarily from the Division II level.
In town for the Dana Open? Here's what locals recommend beyond the golf course
As golfers flock to Sylvania for the 40th Dana Open golf tournament, they will have plenty to keep them occupied when they’re finished on the green each day. “The city of Sylvania is a small but mighty city,” said Lexi Burton, a leisure sales marketing specialist at Destination Toledo. “Inside the Five is a really good option if people are looking to grab some dinner and good beer while they're at it,” Ms. Burton said. She also suggested visitors looking to further explore the beer scene check out Upside Brewing, which is right across the street from Inside the Five.
Dana Open comes to Highland Meadows for 35th time
It’s a milestone year for the Dana Open, as the LPGA event celebrates its 40th anniversary and status as the second-longest-running non-major championship. This is also the 35th playing at Highland Meadows, the Sylvania golf club that has grown synonymous with the Jamie Farr-turned-Marathon Classic-turned-Dana Open, hosting many of the tournament’s greatest moments. “Highland Meadows membership, it is a great partnership,” Dana Open tournament director Judd Silverman said. “As successful partnerships go, both parties understand each other’s needs, and we’ve always been able to work it out. I just couldn’t be more appreciative of the support that the club has provided the tournament through the years. I think it’s been a win-win situation, and no partnership is going to last that long if it’s not.” The Jamie Farr Toledo Classic began in 1984 at Glengarry Country Club (now Stone Oak), where it remained until moving to Highland Meadows in 1989. A burned-down clubhouse and Glengarry’s sale to Cavalear Corporation factored into the course change. The marriage has been positive for both sides, evidenced by the length. One tournament at a single course for more than three decades on the LPGA Tour is unheard of.
MAC football media day: Toledo's culture has Rockets poised for another run at MAC title
CANTON — Culture, according to Toledo head coach Jason Candle, is what you tolerate and what you celebrate. For the Rockets, that means avoiding off-field transgressions, building a passionate locker room environment, and winning frequently. Talent and coaching get most of the credit after victories, but the truth is that UT’s wins are manufactured in the months before August. “It starts with the guys up top, and they have to invest in the younger guys,” senior safety Maxen Hook said. “And when you have people that learn that at a young age, they usually try to carry it on and pass it along.” Quinyon Mitchell lived, breathed, and espoused the Toledo culture. A constant theme in conversations with recruits is relationships. Staff continuity has allowed the program ethos that Candle preaches to flourish.
Chanettee Wannasaen extends lead heading into final round of Dana Open
SYLVANIA, Ohio — The 40th annual LPGA Dana Open is now down to its final 18 holes. Although the leader didn't change after Round 3, her margin did. For the 3rd consecutive day, Chanettee Wannasaen finished her round in the 60s. With help from six birdies on Saturday (66) the 20-year-old from Thailand sits in prime position for her 2nd career victory.
Pain, joy, and thousands of dollars: Get to know the new era of club volleyball
Hitting the road is a regular part of life for the Rodriguez family from Oregon. “You come home and you look at the bank account sometimes, and you’re like, ‘Man. But it was a fun weekend,’” said David Rodriguez, the father of 18-year-old Adella and 17-year-old Hayden. The travel — and expenses related to it — aren’t vacations. Instead, this plays out at the end of many two-day trips to national club volleyball tournaments in which the daughters play. Adella and Hayden have played on the Toledo Volleyball Club’s travel teams for the past eight years or so. And several times a year, Rodriguez and his wife will join their girls on trips to Florida, Missouri, Maryland, or wherever else the tournament might take them. Their daughters bring their laptops to do homework on the flights or between matches, but they work to enjoy the rare unscheduled moments on the road.
Mud Hens rally falls just short in 8-6 loss to Saints
TOLEDO — The Toledo Mud Hens opened their post-All Star Break series with the St. Paul Saints in front of over 8,000 fans at Fifth Third Field Friday night. The game got off to a slow start, but it would become a back and forth battle, before the Saints eventually ran away with it. The Hens would fight back, but ultimately fell short, losing 8-6. Lael Lockhart opened the game with a strong, yet methodical start, while Randy Dobnak took a different approach, rushing Toledo batters with some high-paced pitching.
Maumee’s Polkinghorn Reaching New Heights During Summer Competition Schedule
BY JEREMY SCHNEIDER | MIRROR SPORTS — It’s been a busy summer for Lucas Polkinghorn, who didn’t let the end of the high school track and field season stop him from reaching new heights. Just a week after finishing on the podium in the high jump and...
Mulcahy shoots 74 in Dana Open, grateful for the opportunity
Jul. 18—SYLVANIA — It was a day of firsts for Mary Kelly Mulcahy at the Dana Open at Highland Meadows Golf Club on Thursday. It was the first LPGA tournament for the University of Findlay golfer and Lima Central Catholic graduate. She started her debut against the pros by parring the first seven holes she played. She got her first birdie in an LPGA event on her ninth hole. And finally, after ...
Justin Ingram Promoted to Associate Head Coach
Toledo, Ohio – University of Toledo men's basketball assistant coach Justin Ingram has been promoted to associate head coach, Head Basketball Coach Tod Kowalczyk announced on Thursday. "Justin has been an amazing hire for us," Kowalczyk said. "I'm very pleased with his growth and development since he joined our...
Saints restart with 8-6 win in Toledo thanks to offensive output
After their four-day break, the St. Paul Saints returned to play with an 8-6 win in Toledo, Ohio on Friday. The Sa7ints entered the International League break with six straight losses but snapped the streak with a big offensive night. Randy Dobnak (8-5) pitched five innings, allowing two runs on...
Mid-American Conference to Add Women’s Rowing in 2025-26
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Mid-American Conference announced today that it will add women's rowing beginning with the 2025-26 academic year. The addition of women's rowing means that Toledo's inaugural women's rowing program will have the opportunity to compete for a MAC Championship in its first season as a varsity sport.
Baseball: Keystone grad and White Sox draft pick Nathan Archer's talent was evident early on
Keystone graduate Nathan Archer got the call Tuesday afternoon that so many little boys grow up dreaming about. Archer, this year’s Mid-American Conference Player of the Year while playing for Bowling Green and Lorain County’s Mr. Baseball in 2021, was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the 12th round of the Major League Baseball Draft.
A watchful eye for women's golf: Retired officer leads LPGA security team
SYLVANIA, Ohio — This week, thousands of people are at Highland Meadows Golf Course in Sylvania to attend the 40th Dana Open. There are many components that go into running a successful tournament, and few are more important than security. Patrick Chase is the head of security with the...
MAC football media day: BGSU's large group of seniors determined to leave legacy
CANTON — Jordan Oladokun returned to Bowling Green State University’s football team this year for a reason. So did a lot of his other senior teammates, and that reason has a realistic opportunity of coming to fruition in a handful of months. “To be honest, it’s the reason I came back to Bowling Green — to leave a legacy and win a (Mid-American Conference) championship,” Oladokun said during Friday’s MAC media day at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. “We haven’t done it since 2015. We’ve seen a lot of bad days here, so really turning that page around for Bowling Green, we’ve done that already. Now, it’s time to win the MAC championship. We’re ready and we have 30-plus seniors to do it. We’re ready. We’re ready to do it this year.”
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