Mount Vernon News

Mount Gilead football embraces 'The Power of One'

By Michael Tanchevski | Sep 5, 2023

Mount Gilead's football program has tasted success and it tastes great. The Indians rebounded from a rough 2021, going 0-7 in KMAC and 2-8 overall, to finish 6-5 and 4-3 in KMAC in 2022.

Mack Anglin, pride of Highland.

By Michael Tanchevski | Aug 9, 2023

Anglin continues his rise in professional baseball with the Columbia Fireflies, Kansas City Royals Single-A Affiliate

Cardington counts on a mix of young athletes to build the culture

By Michael Tanchevski | Aug 5, 2023

Following a 1-9 season, Cardington head football coach Ryan Goetzman feels he and his staff learned a lot from the struggle.

Centerburg softball works hard in quest for another deep playoff run

By Michael Tanchevski | Apr 8, 2023

Centerburg's softball program is fueled by high expectations and a strong work ethic.

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Freddies battle back in second half to nip Centerburg 58-56

By Michael Tanchevski | Jan 10, 2023

Rivalry games bring out the best in teams, players and coaches and often come down to executing the fundamentals. Saturday’s Fredericktown vs.Centerburg girls basketball game lived up to the blueprint.

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Lady Trojans use ball control to notch their second consecutive win

By Michael Tanchevski | Dec 20, 2022

Centerburg's girls basketball team won its third game of the season, beating Licking Valley 44-35.

Pirates look to go 'all in' with new coach

By Michael Tanchevski | Dec 3, 2022

Cardington-Lincoln boys basketball coach Jason Rice looks for an ALL-IN mentality this year.

Northmor boys basketball eyes top-3 finish

By Michael Tanchevski | Dec 3, 2022

The Northmor boys basketball team hopes to see another jump in the win column under third-year head coach Blade Tackett.

Jackets will rely on seniors for boys hoops success

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 30, 2022

Mount Vernon head basketball coach Nick Coon is relying on five senior returning lettermen to make this season memorable. Ben Bridges, Caden Rowland, Trevor Buttke, Cooper Carpenter, and Hudson Rohler all return to the fold.

Lady Golden Knights preach defense, look for scoring

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 19, 2022

This year's Northmor girls' basketball team looks to four seniors for leadership.

Danville comes back from brink, ready to take on No.1 JFK

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 19, 2022

Danville pulled off a second furious finish in as many weeks to advance to the Division VII, Region 25 final against Warren JFK.

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Lady Pirates basketball to begin new era with familiar face

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 16, 2022

First-year head coach Kevin Fitzpatrick looks to continue the winning tradition with the Cardington girl's basketball team.

No. 3 Danville to take on No. 10 Lucas in regional semifinals

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 12, 2022

Following an epic playoff win over Hillsdale, Danville continues its quest for a state football title against the Lucas Cubs.

East Knox girls basketball brings Bulldog grit

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 12, 2022

The Lady Bulldogs must overcome obstacles on their way to success this basketball season.

Danville is the last local team standing going into quarterfinals

By Michael Tanchevski | Nov 4, 2022

Danville dominated Windham and continues its playoff run against the Hillsdale Falcons.

6 area teams to compete in OHSAA playoffs

By Michael Tanchevski | Oct 28, 2022

Football playoff teams on the formula that got them into the postseason

Highland football marches on the ground, toward the playoffs

By Michael Tanchevski | Oct 22, 2022

The Fighting Scots show their resilience in overcoming injuries and head toward a MOAC title and the playoffs behind a fierce rushing game and swarming defense.

As playoffs loom, coaches focus on consistency, improvement, team character

By Michael Tanchevski | Oct 15, 2022

While high school football season is rapidly coming to an end, coaches continue to keep players focused.

Fredericktown graduate Dr. Curtis Reppart played for VMI in basketball's 'Elite 8'

By Michael Tanchevski | Oct 12, 2022

1972 Fredericktown High School graduate Curtis Reppart was that rare talent who excelled in the three most popular sports of the era: football, basketball, and baseball. Reppart played quarterback and defensive back on the football team, point guard on the basketball team, and shortstop the Freddie’s baseball squad.

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Mid-season focus: Football teams take stock at halfway point

By Michael Tanchevski | Oct 8, 2022

The high school football season has reached a point in which teams know who they are and what they need to do to get better.

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