<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2G68DX_0wEFXlsg00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2G68DX_0wEFXlsg00" width="845" height="321" ></figure><p>NILES OH- In a season marked by groundbreaking achievements and unyielding dedication, the Niles Girls Soccer team has secured their first-ever NE8 Championship, guided in part by standout sophomore Maddie Yost. “It’s great,” says Maddie. “Our team is pretty young, with some freshmen starting, so it’s amazing to have this experience.” Under the watchful eye of Coach Scott McMillan, the team’s hard work and early 6:00 AM conditioning sessions paid off, culminating in a historic victory.</p><p>“Our hunger was immense,” Yost admits. “We wanted it so bad; we conditioned early and maintained focus even when the goal seemed just within reach.” Practicing with seriousness and camaraderie alike, the team’s chemistry on and off the field played a pivotal role. “We do a lot of team bonding—swimming, movie nights at Coach Scott’s house,” Yost recounts. Notably, Maddie Yost herself emerged as a leader, despite being just a sophomore. Described as vocal and focused, she captained the team alongside seniors Natalia Tate and Gianna Wagner. This leadership has nurtured a successful environment, fostering growth among the younger players.</p><p>The team’s success has resonated throughout the Niles community, rallying fans and unifying the school behind their triumph. Yost reflects, “It’s amazing to see everyone come out and support us. It feels like we have a big family behind us.” While balancing a rigorous academic schedule—highlighting a penchant for math and science—Yost’s ambition remains unwavering. She eyes collegiate soccer and a potential nursing career, following in the footsteps of her parents who played college soccer and continue to provide invaluable support and guidance.</p><p>Looking ahead, Maddie Yost remains focused on maintaining her leadership role and pushing her confidence to new heights. “There’s always room to grow,” she says, embodying the spirit and determination that have defined this historic season for Niles Girls Soccer. As the Dragons advance in their tournament endeavors, the Niles community eagerly anticipates more memorable moments from a team—and a player—that have already etched their names in the annals of school history.</p><p>Presented By:</p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LXqbxwOy4ek?feature=oembed&amp;enablejsapi=1&amp;origin=https://ysnlive.com" allowfullscreen frameborder="0" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div></div></body>

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NILES OH- In a season marked by groundbreaking achievements and unyielding dedication, the Niles Girls Soccer team has secured their first-ever NE8 Championship, guided in part by standout sophomore Maddie Yost. “It’s great,” says Maddie. “Our team is pretty young, with some freshmen starting, so it’s amazing to have this experience.” Under the watchful eye of Coach Scott McMillan, the team’s hard work and early 6:00 AM conditioning sessions paid off, culminating in a historic victory.