Dec. 20: Friday night’s Ohio high school boys basketball roundup

COLUMBUS — Listed below are Friday night’s Ohio high school boys basketball results.

Only games reported to the Scorestream app were included in this roundup. All summaries were generated by Lede Ai.

Ada secures a win over Bloomdale Elmwood

Ada handed Bloomdale Elmwood a tough 45-33 loss on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Bloomdale Elmwood faced off against McComb and Ada took on Mt. Blanchard Riverdale on Dec. 13 at Ada High School.

Akr. Hoban posts win at Rocky River Lutheran W.’s expense

Akr. Hoban grabbed a 76-64 victory at the expense of Rocky River Lutheran W. during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Akr. Hoban faced off against Cuyahoga Falls CVCA and Rocky River Lutheran W. took on Tol. Start on Dec. 7 at Start High School.

Amanda-Clearcreek overcomes Circleville Logan Elm in seat-squirming affair

Amanda-Clearcreek topped Circleville Logan Elm 46-43 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last season, Circleville Logan Elm and Amanda-Clearcreek faced off on Dec. 16, 2023 at Logan Elm High School.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Amanda-Clearcreek faced off against Circleville and Circleville Logan Elm took on Circleville on Dec. 14 at Logan Elm High School.

Andover Pymatuning Valley survives for narrow win over Windham

Andover Pymatuning Valley posted a narrow 66-60 win over Windham in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Andover Pymatuning Valley darted in front of Windham 18-15 to begin the second quarter.

The Lakers’ shooting darted in front for a 34-25 lead over the Bombers at halftime.

Windham responded in the third quarter by cutting the margin to 50-42.

The Bombers managed an 18-16 rally in the final quarter, yet the die was already cast.

Last season, Andover Pymatuning Valley and Windham squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Pymatuning Valley High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Andover Pymatuning Valley faced off against Warren Champion and Windham took on Southington Chalker on Dec. 13 at Windham High School.

Anna narrowly defeats Ft. Loramie

Anna collected a solid win over Ft. Loramie in a 48-36 verdict on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Anna and Ft. Loramie played in a 42-30 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Ft. Loramie faced off against New Bremen and Anna took on Houston on Dec. 13 at Houston High School.

Arcadia outlasts McComb

Arcadia pushed past McComb for a 60-46 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Arcadia and McComb faced off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Arcadia High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, McComb faced off against Bloomdale Elmwood and Arcadia took on Lakeside Danbury on Dec. 14 at Arcadia High School.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe slips past New Lebanon Dixie

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe posted a narrow 43-41 win over New Lebanon Dixie in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe opened with a 17-8 advantage over New Lebanon Dixie through the first quarter.

The Jets opened a thin 27-18 gap over the Greyhounds at the half.

The tables turned a bit in the third quarter when New Lebanon Dixie got within 38-31.

The Jets chalked up this decision in spite of the Greyhounds’ spirited final-quarter performance.

Last season, Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe and New Lebanon Dixie squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Dixie High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe faced off against Union City Mississinawa Valley and New Lebanon Dixie took on Camden Preble Shawnee on Dec. 6 at Dixie High School.

Archbold grinds out close victory over Sherwood Fairview

Archbold topped Sherwood Fairview 42-37 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Archbold jumped in front of Sherwood Fairview 7-4 to begin the second quarter.

The Blue Streaks’ shooting jumped in front for a 23-10 lead over the Apaches at halftime.

Sherwood Fairview trimmed the margin in the third quarter to make it 29-21.

The Apaches outpointed the Blue Streaks 16-13 in the final quarter, but it was not enough to close the gap.

Last season, Archbold and Sherwood Fairview squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Archbold High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Sherwood Fairview faced off against Continental and Archbold took on Defiance Ayersville on Dec. 14 at Archbold High School.

Arlington narrowly defeats Van Buren

Arlington knocked off Van Buren 50-32 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Arlington and Van Buren squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Van Buren High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Arlington faced off against Columbus Grove and Van Buren took on Pemberville Eastwood on Dec. 14 at Van Buren High School.

Ashville Teays Valley survives for narrow win over Canal Winchester

Ashville Teays Valley posted a narrow 55-54 win over Canal Winchester in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Ashville Teays Valley and Canal Winchester faced off on Feb. 20, 2024 at Teays Valley High School.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Ashville Teays Valley faced off against Hilliard Darby and Canal Winchester took on Reynoldsburg on Dec. 6 at Canal Winchester High School.

Attica Seneca E. prevails over New Washington Buckeye Cent.

Attica Seneca E. raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 67-46 win over New Washington Buckeye Cent. in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, New Washington Buckeye Cent. faced off against Sycamore Mohawk and Attica Seneca E. took on Upper Sandusky on Dec. 14 at Upper Sandusky High School.

Bainbridge Paint Valley claims tight victory against Chillicothe Huntington

Bainbridge Paint Valley posted a narrow 63-60 win over Chillicothe Huntington in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Bainbridge Paint Valley faced off against Frankfort Adena and Chillicothe Huntington took on Piketon on Dec. 13 at Huntington High School.

Barberton tops Cuyahoga Falls

Barberton eventually beat Cuyahoga Falls 62-46 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Barberton moved in front of Cuyahoga Falls 21-8 to begin the second quarter.

The Magics fought to a 38-24 halftime margin at the Black Tigers’ expense.

Cuyahoga Falls drew within 44-33 in the third quarter.

The Magics held on with an 18-13 scoring edge in the final quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Barberton faced off against Copley and Cuyahoga Falls took on Tallmadge on Dec. 13 at Tallmadge High School.

Batavia secures a win over New Richmond

Batavia grabbed a 65-47 victory at the expense of New Richmond in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Batavia faced off against Goshen and New Richmond took on Mt. Orab Western Brown on Dec. 13 at Western Brown High School.

Bellbrook denies Monroe’s challenge

Bellbrook collected a solid win over Monroe in a 67-56 verdict in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Bellbrook and Monroe squared off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Monroe High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Monroe faced off against Hamilton Ross.

Bellevue crushes Tiffin Columbian

Bellevue controlled the action to earn an impressive 66-39 win against Tiffin Columbian in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

The first quarter gave Bellevue a 15-4 lead over Tiffin Columbian.

The Tornadoes rallied in the second quarter by making it 28-19.

Bellevue charged to a 45-30 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Redmen got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 21-9 edge.

Last season, Tiffin Columbian and Bellevue faced off on Dec. 16, 2023 at Columbian High School.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Bellevue faced off against Clyde and Tiffin Columbian took on Genoa on Dec. 14 at Genoa Area High School.

Berlin Hiland dominates Magnolia Sandy Valley

Berlin Hiland’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Magnolia Sandy Valley 61-28 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Berlin Hiland and Magnolia Sandy Valley played in a 63-57 game on Jan. 30, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Magnolia Sandy Valley faced off against W. Lafayette Ridgewood and Berlin Hiland took on Sugarcreek Garaway on Dec. 13 at Garaway High School.

Botkins exhales after close call with Jackson Center

Botkins posted a narrow 42-39 win over Jackson Center on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Botkins and Jackson Center played in a 47-37 game on Jan. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Botkins faced off against Sidney Fairlawn and Jackson Center took on Waynesfield-Goshen on Dec. 14 at Waynesfield-Goshen High School.

Bowerston Conotton Valley pockets slim win over Tuscarawas Cent. Cath.

Bowerston Conotton Valley finally found a way to top Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. 40-37 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last time Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. and Bowerston Conotton Valley played in a 51-28 game on Dec. 29, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. faced off against Lore City Buckeye Trail and Bowerston Conotton Valley took on E. Can. on Dec. 13 at East Canton High School.

Tontogany Otsego takes down Rossford

Tontogany Otsego earned a convincing 92-58 win over Rossford on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Tontogany Otsego faced off against Millbury Lake and Rossford took on Fostoria on Dec. 13 at Fostoria High School.

Bradford claims victory against Lewisburg Tri-County N.

Bradford notched a win against Lewisburg Tri-County N. 51-41 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Bradford and Lewisburg Tri-County N. faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Bradford High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lewisburg Tri-County N. faced off against New Madison Tri-Village and Bradford took on Ft. Recovery on Dec. 14 at Bradford High School.

Macedonia Nordonia comes up short in matchup with Brecksville-Broadview Hts.

Brecksville-Broadview Hts. notched a win against Macedonia Nordonia 57-46 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Brecksville-Broadview Hts. jumped in front of Macedonia Nordonia 13-8 to begin the second quarter.

The Bees opened a tight 32-26 gap over the Knights at the half.

Brecksville-Broadview Hts. darted to a 45-35 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Bees got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 12-11 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Macedonia Nordonia faced off against Akr. Ellet and Brecksville-Broadview Hts. took on Solon on Dec. 13 at Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School.

Bucyrus Wynford collects victory over Bucyrus

Bucyrus Wynford collected a solid win over Bucyrus in a 66-56 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Bucyrus High on Dec. 20.

Bucyrus started on steady ground by forging a 20-17 lead over Bucyrus Wynford at the end of the first quarter.

The Royals kept a 35-32 half margin at the Redmen’s expense.

Bucyrus Wynford darted to a 50-40 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

Both teams scored evenly in the fourth quarter to make it 66-56.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Bucyrus faced off against N. Robinson Col. Crawford and Bucyrus Wynford took on Carey on Dec. 14 at Carey High School.

Caledonia River Valley overwhelms Shelby

It was a tough night for Shelby which was overmatched by Caledonia River Valley in this 94-64 verdict.

Caledonia River Valley darted in front of Shelby 32-25 to begin the second quarter.

The Vikings registered a 44-34 advantage at half over the Whippets.

Caledonia River Valley jumped to a 71-46 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Vikings got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 23-18 edge.

Last season, Shelby and Caledonia River Valley squared off on Feb. 1, 2024 at Shelby High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Shelby faced off against Willard and Caledonia River Valley took on Marion Harding on Dec. 14 at River Valley High School.

Cambridge darts by Cadiz Harrison Cent.

Cambridge dominated from start to finish in an imposing 59-24 win over Cadiz Harrison Cent. in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cadiz Harrison Cent. and Cambridge squared off on Jan. 9, 2024 at Cambridge High School.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Cadiz Harrison Cent. faced off against E. Liverpool and Cambridge took on E. Liverpool on Dec. 14 at East Liverpool High School.

Camden Preble Shawnee claims victory against New Paris National Trail

Camden Preble Shawnee notched a win against New Paris National Trail 52-40 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at National Trail High on Dec. 20.

Last season, Camden Preble Shawnee and New Paris National Trail faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Preble Shawnee High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, New Paris National Trail faced off against Bradford and Camden Preble Shawnee took on Arcanum on Dec. 13 at Arcanum High School.

Canal Fulton Northwest bests Massillon Tuslaw

Canal Fulton Northwest controlled the action to earn an impressive 65-42 win against Massillon Tuslaw in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Massillon Tuslaw faced off against Salineville Southern and Canal Fulton Northwest took on Alliance Marlington on Dec. 10 at Northwest High School.

Canfield S. Range dominates Cortland Lakeview

Canfield S. Range earned a convincing 70-49 win over Cortland Lakeview on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Canfield S. Range and Cortland Lakeview faced off on Jan. 23, 2024 at South Range High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Canfield S. Range faced off against Youngs. Boardman and Cortland Lakeview took on Leavittsburg LaBrae on Dec. 14 at LaBrae High School.

Can. Glenoak carves slim margin over N. Can. Hoover

Can. Glenoak posted a narrow 52-51 win over N. Can. Hoover during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last season, Can. Glenoak and N. Can. Hoover faced off on Dec. 19, 2023 at GlenOak High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Can. Glenoak faced off against Brunswick and N. Can. Hoover took on St. Edward (OH) on Dec. 14 at Hoover High School.

Can. McKinley records thin win against Massillon Perry

Can. McKinley finally found a way to top Massillon Perry 63-56 at Perry High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

The first quarter gave Can. McKinley a 23-6 lead over Massillon Perry.

The Panthers tried to dig out of the hole by climbing within 31-19 at the intermission.

Can. McKinley jumped to a 51-37 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Panthers closed the lead with a 19-12 margin in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Massillon Perry faced off against Can. Glenoak and Can. McKinley took on Uniontown Lake on Dec. 13 at McKinley High School.

Bloom-Carroll collects victory over Baltimore Liberty Union

Bloom-Carroll eventually beat Baltimore Liberty Union 58-46 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Bloom-Carroll opened with a 15-8 advantage over Baltimore Liberty Union through the first quarter.

The Bulldogs fought to a 32-15 halftime margin at the Lions’ expense.

Baltimore Liberty Union rallied in the third quarter by making it 42-27.

The Lions managed a 19-16 rally in the final quarter, yet the die was already cast.

Last season, Bloom-Carroll and Baltimore Liberty Union faced off on Jan. 30, 2024 at Bloom-Carroll High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Baltimore Liberty Union faced off against Cols. Hamilton Twp. and Bloom-Carroll took on Northside Christian on Dec. 14 at Northside Christian School.

Castalia Margaretta darts by Port Clinton

Castalia Margaretta unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Port Clinton 87-48 Friday in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Port Clinton faced off against Huron and Castalia Margaretta took on Monroeville on Dec. 14 at Margaretta High School.

Chardon NDCL records thin win against Parma Padua

Chardon NDCL topped Parma Padua 72-64 in a tough tilt at Padua Franciscan High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Chardon NDCL and Parma Padua played in a 64-61 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Parma Padua faced off against Cuyahoga Falls Walsh Jesuit and Chardon NDCL took on Elyria Cath. on Dec. 13 at Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School.

Chillicothe overcomes Washington C.H. in seat-squirming affair

Chillicothe finally found a way to top Washington C.H. 59-54 at Washington High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Washington C.H. and Chillicothe squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Washington High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Washington C.H. faced off against Greenfield McClain and Chillicothe took on Hillsboro on Dec. 13 at Chillicothe High School.

Chillicothe Unioto collects victory over Chillicothe Zane Trace

Chillicothe Unioto pushed past Chillicothe Zane Trace for a 48-36 win on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Chillicothe Unioto and Chillicothe Zane Trace played in a 59-58 game on Jan. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Chillicothe Unioto faced off against Williamsport Westfall and Chillicothe Zane Trace took on Southeastern on Dec. 13 at Southeastern High School.

Cin. Aiken squeezes past Lou. Ballard

Cin. Aiken posted a narrow 65-64 win over Lou. Ballard for a Kentucky boys basketball victory at Ballard High on Dec. 20.

Recently on Dec. 13, Cin. Aiken squared off with Cin. Woodward in a basketball game.

Cin. Mariemont slips past Cin. Madeira

Cin. Mariemont topped Cin. Madeira 46-40 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Cin. Mariemont and Cin. Madeira played in a 59-45 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 11, Cin. Mariemont faced off against Cin. Finneytown.

Cin. McNicholas survives for narrow win over Pittsburgh North Catholic

Cin. McNicholas finally found a way to top Pittsburgh North Catholic 62-56 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cin. McNicholas faced off against Cin. Walnut Hills and Pittsburgh North Catholic took on Canal Winchester Harvest on Dec. 6 at Harvest Preparatory School.

Cin. Moeller dominates Cin. Gamble Montessori

Cin. Moeller recorded a big victory over Cin. Gamble Montessori 60-25 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cin. Moeller and Cin. Gamble Montessori faced off on Dec. 16, 2023 at Moeller High School.

Recently on Dec. 14, Cin. Moeller squared off with Cin. Hughes in a basketball game.

Cin. Summit defeats Cin. N. College Hill

Cin. Summit unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Cin. N. College Hill 70-30 Friday for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Cin. N. College Hill faced off against Cin. Riverview East.

Cin. Winton Woods tacks win on Milford (OH)

Cin. Winton Woods’ powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Milford (OH) 65-33 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last time Cin. Winton Woods and Milford (OH) played in a 65-64 game on Feb. 13, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cin. Winton Woods faced off against Holy Cross (Covington) and Milford (OH) took on Kings Mills Kings on Dec. 6 at Kings High School.

Miami Valley Christian Academy dominates Cin. Country Day in convincing showing

Miami Valley Christian Academy raced to a big lead and never looked back in an 84-61 win over Cin. Country Day for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Cincinnati Country Day High on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Cin. Country Day faced off against Cin. NW and Miami Valley Christian Academy took on Cin. Christian on Dec. 13 at Miami Valley Christian Academy.

St. Xavier (OH) delivers statement win over Walton-Verona

St. Xavier (OH) handled Walton-Verona 59-31 in an impressive showing in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, St. Xavier (OH) faced off against Center Grove.

New Hope Christian bests Liberty Christian Academy

It was a tough night for Liberty Christian Academy which was overmatched by New Hope Christian in this 65-27 verdict.

Last time New Hope Christian and Liberty Christian Academy played in a 64-37 game on Feb. 20, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, New Hope Christian faced off against Lancaster Fairfield Union and Liberty Christian Academy took on Genoa Christian on Dec. 10 at Liberty Christian Academy.

Cle. JFK takes down Cle. Adams

Cle. JFK controlled the action to earn an impressive 59-36 win against Cle. Adams in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 7, Cle. Adams faced off against Orange.

Cle. Hts. earns stressful win over Medina

Cle. Hts. posted a narrow 63-58 win over Medina for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last time Medina and Cle. Hts. played in a 51-49 game on Dec. 8, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 11, Cle. Hts. faced off against Cle. Hts. Lutheran E. and Medina took on Wooster on Dec. 14 at Medina High School.

Columbiana overcomes Salineville Southern in seat-squirming affair

Columbiana finally found a way to top Salineville Southern 76-71 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Columbiana and Salineville Southern squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Southern Local High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Salineville Southern faced off against Massillon Tuslaw and Columbiana took on Cortland Lakeview on Dec. 10 at Columbiana High School.

Bishop Ready narrowly defeats Cols. St. Charles

Bishop Ready notched a win against Cols. St. Charles 51-40 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Bishop Ready faced off against Worthington Christian and Cols. St. Charles took on Delaware Olentangy Berlin on Dec. 14 at Olentangy Berlin High School.

Cols. Africentric overcomes Cols. Walnut Ridge in seat-squirming affair

Cols. Africentric finally found a way to top Cols. Walnut Ridge 58-57 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cols. Walnut Ridge and Cols. Africentric faced off on Dec. 12, 2023 at Africentric.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cols. Walnut Ridge faced off against Huntington and Cols. Africentric took on Day. Stivers on Dec. 14 at Africentric.

Cols. Bishop Watterson posts win at Lancaster Fairfield Union’s expense

Cols. Bishop Watterson grabbed a 61-44 victory at the expense of Lancaster Fairfield Union in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last time Lancaster Fairfield Union and Cols. Bishop Watterson played in a 53-47 game on Feb. 1, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Lancaster Fairfield Union faced off against New Hope Christian.

Cols. Briggs earns narrow win over Cols. Eastmoor

Cols. Briggs topped Cols. Eastmoor 58-53 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cols. Eastmoor and Cols. Briggs squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Briggs High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Cols. Briggs faced off against West and Cols. Eastmoor took on Cols. Walnut Ridge on Dec. 13 at Eastmoor Academy.

Cols. Hamilton Twp. darts by Circleville

Cols. Hamilton Twp. rolled past Circleville for a comfortable 40-14 victory in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last time Cols. Hamilton Twp. and Circleville played in a 57-56 game on Dec. 16, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Circleville faced off against Circleville Logan Elm and Cols. Hamilton Twp. took on Baltimore Liberty Union on Dec. 14 at Liberty Union High School.

Cols. Linden-Mckinley barely beats Cols. Whetstone

Cols. Linden-Mckinley posted a narrow 58-49 win over Cols. Whetstone in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cols. Linden-Mckinley and Cols. Whetstone squared off on Jan. 16, 2024 at Whetstone High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Cols. Whetstone faced off against Cols. Beechcroft and Cols. Linden-Mckinley took on Day. Belmont on Dec. 14 at Linden-Mckinley Stem Academy.

Cols. Mifflin tacks win on Columbus International

Cols. Mifflin handled Columbus International 64-41 in an impressive showing on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Cols. Mifflin and Columbus International played in a 86-44 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Columbus International faced off against Cols. Linden-Mckinley and Cols. Mifflin took on Cols. Northland on Dec. 13 at Mifflin High School.

Cols. Northland takes down Cols. Centennial

Cols. Northland controlled the action to earn an impressive 77-56 win against Cols. Centennial during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

The first quarter gave Cols. Northland an 18-12 lead over Cols. Centennial.

The Vikings’ offense pulled in front for a 39-24 lead over the Stars at the intermission.

Cols. Centennial showed its spirit while rallying to within 51-38 in the third quarter.

The Vikings got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 26-18 edge.

Last time Cols. Northland and Cols. Centennial played in a 52-39 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Cols. Northland faced off against Cols. Mifflin and Cols. Centennial took on East on Dec. 13 at Centennial High School.

Columbus South tops West

Columbus South grabbed a 58-46 victory at the expense of West in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Columbus South and West played in a 65-32 game on Jan. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Columbus South faced off against Day. Dunbar and West took on Grove City Cent. Crossing on Dec. 14 at Central Crossing High School.

East rides to cruise-control win over Akr. North

It was a tough night for Akr. North which was overmatched by East in this 59-21 verdict.

In recent action on Dec. 13, East faced off against Cols. Centennial and Akr. North took on Akr. Garfield on Dec. 13 at North High School.

East squeezes past Cols. Beechcroft

East topped Cols. Beechcroft 61-54 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cols. Beechcroft and East squared off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Beechcroft High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, East faced off against Cols. Centennial and Cols. Beechcroft took on Day. Ponitz Tech. on Dec. 14 at Beechcroft High School.

Convoy Crestview dominates Columbus Grove

Convoy Crestview dominated from start to finish in an imposing 63-41 win over Columbus Grove in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

The first quarter gave Convoy Crestview a 17-11 lead over Columbus Grove.

The Knights fought to a 34-18 halftime margin at the Bulldogs’ expense.

Convoy Crestview steamrolled to a 53-27 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Bulldogs narrowed the gap 14-10 in the final quarter but it was too little, too late.

Last season, Convoy Crestview and Columbus Grove squared off on Jan. 5, 2024 at Columbus Grove High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Convoy Crestview faced off against Haviland Wayne Trace and Columbus Grove took on Arlington on Dec. 14 at Arlington High School.

Cortland Maplewood pushes over Warren Lordstown

Cortland Maplewood knocked off Warren Lordstown 48-38 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last time Cortland Maplewood and Warren Lordstown played in a 68-61 game on Jan. 5, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Cortland Maplewood faced off against Andover Pymatuning Valley and Warren Lordstown took on Southington Chalker on Dec. 10 at Lordstown High School.

Creston Norwayne defeats Dalton

Creston Norwayne dismissed Dalton by a 57-30 count on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Creston Norwayne faced off against Mansfield Madison and Dalton took on Doylestown Chippewa on Dec. 13 at Dalton High School.

Cuyahoga Falls CVCA carves slim margin over Parma Hts. Holy Name

Cuyahoga Falls CVCA topped Parma Hts. Holy Name 61-59 in a tough tilt on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Recently on Dec. 14, Cuyahoga Falls CVCA squared off with Akr. Hoban in a basketball game.

Day. Northridge tops Troy Christian

Day. Northridge handed Troy Christian a tough 53-42 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Troy Christian and Day. Northridge squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Northridge High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Troy Christian faced off against DeGraff Riverside.

Day. Oakwood posts win at Waynesville’s expense

Day. Oakwood notched a win against Waynesville 56-44 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Waynesville High on Dec. 20.

Last season, Day. Oakwood and Waynesville faced off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Oakwood High School.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Waynesville faced off against Brookville and Day. Oakwood took on Eaton on Dec. 16 at Oakwood High School.

Defiance exhales after close call with St. Marys

Defiance posted a narrow 42-35 win over St. Marys at St. Marys Memorial High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, St Marys and Defiance faced off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Defiance High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, St Marys faced off against Celina and Defiance took on Bryan on Dec. 14 at Bryan High School.

Delaware Olentangy Berlin pockets slim win over Dublin Jerome

Delaware Olentangy Berlin posted a narrow 42-37 win over Dublin Jerome in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Delaware Olentangy Berlin and Dublin Jerome squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Dublin Jerome High School.

In recent action on Dec. 6, Dublin Jerome faced off against Marysville and Delaware Olentangy Berlin took on Cols. St. Charles on Dec. 14 at Olentangy Berlin High School.

Hayes denies Westerville S.’s challenge

Hayes handed Westerville S. a tough 71-56 loss on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Hayes and Westerville S. played in a 67-52 game on March 6, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Hayes faced off against Marysville and Westerville S. took on Pickerington N. on Dec. 10 at Westerville South High School.

Detroit UD Jesuit grinds out close victory over Toledo St. John’s Jesuit

Detroit UD Jesuit finally found a way to top Toledo St. John’s Jesuit 69-64 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Toledo St John’s Jesuit faced off against Tol. St. Francis.

Dola Hardin Northern tops Cory-Rawson

Dola Hardin Northern knocked off Cory-Rawson 54-37 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last season, Cory-Rawson and Dola Hardin Northern faced off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Hardin Northern High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cory-Rawson faced off against Pandora-Gilboa and Dola Hardin Northern took on N. Baltimore on Dec. 13 at Hardin Northern High School.

Dover overwhelms Mansfield Madison

Dover dismissed Mansfield Madison by a 56-34 count for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Madison Comprehensive High on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Mansfield Madison faced off against Mansfield and Dover took on Lexington on Dec. 7 at Dover High School.

Dresden Tri-Valley delivers statement win over Thornville Sheridan

Dresden Tri-Valley dismissed Thornville Sheridan by a 67-42 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Dresden Tri-Valley and Thornville Sheridan squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Tri-Valley High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Dresden Tri-Valley faced off against Cols. DeSales and Thornville Sheridan took on Warsaw River View on Dec. 13 at River View High School.

Dublin Coffman denies Hilliard Davidson’s challenge

Dublin Coffman notched a win against Hilliard Davidson 64-52 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last season, Dublin Coffman and Hilliard Davidson faced off on Jan. 5, 2024 at Dublin Coffman High School.

In recent action on Dec. 15, Hilliard Davidson faced off against Minford and Dublin Coffman took on Lewis Center Olentangy Orange on Dec. 13 at Dublin Coffman High School.

Philo escapes Warsaw River View in thin win

Philo finally found a way to top Warsaw River View 72-71 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Philo opened with an 18-10 advantage over Warsaw River View through the first quarter.

The Black Bears rallied in the second quarter by making it 36-32.

The dynamic altered in the third quarter as Warsaw River View inched back to a 51-48 deficit.

The Black Bears enjoyed a 23-21 edge in the final quarter, yet the result was already decided.

Last time Philo and Warsaw River View played in a 62-43 game on Feb. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Philo faced off against New Concord John Glenn and Warsaw River View took on Thornville Sheridan on Dec. 13 at River View High School.

Beaver Local squeezes past St. Clairsville

Beaver Local finally found a way to top St. Clairsville 61-57 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, St Clairsville and Beaver Local faced off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Beaver Local High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Beaver Local faced off against Wintersville Indian Creek and St Clairsville took on Belmont Union Local on Dec. 12 at Union Local High School.

E. Liverpool routs Belmont Union Local

E. Liverpool left no doubt on Friday, controlling Belmont Union Local from start to finish for a 76-47 victory during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, E. Liverpool faced off against Cambridge and Belmont Union Local took on John Marshall on Dec. 14 at John Marshall High School.

Elida bests Kenton

Elida handled Kenton 63-29 in an impressive showing on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Elida and Kenton squared off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Kenton High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Elida faced off against Lima Shawnee and Kenton took on Mt. Blanchard Riverdale on Dec. 14 at Riverdale High School.

Fairfield darts past Cin. Colerain with early burst

Fairfield controlled the scoreboard and the game in a strong 63-20 victory over Cin. Colerain on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Fairfield and Cin. Colerain played in a 73-19 game on Jan. 16, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Fairfield faced off against Mason and Cin. Colerain took on Cin. Oak Hills on Dec. 13 at Colerain High School.

Fayetteville-Perry survives for narrow win over Leesburg Fairfield

Fayetteville-Perry topped Leesburg Fairfield 51-47 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last time Fayetteville-Perry and Leesburg Fairfield played in a 49-48 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 6, Leesburg Fairfield faced off against RULH and Fayetteville-Perry took on Mowrystown Whiteoak on Dec. 13 at Fayetteville-Perry High School.

Findlay Liberty-Benton routs Vanlue

Findlay Liberty-Benton’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Vanlue 69-33 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Findlay Liberty-Benton and Vanlue squared off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Liberty-Benton High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Vanlue faced off against Fremont St. Joseph and Findlay Liberty-Benton took on Wapakoneta on Dec. 14 at Wapakoneta High School.

Ft. Jennings claims victory against Defiance Ayersville

Ft. Jennings notched a win against Defiance Ayersville 55-40 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Defiance Ayersville and Ft. Jennings faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Fort Jennings High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Defiance Ayersville faced off against Archbold and Ft. Jennings took on Ottoville on Dec. 13 at Fort Jennings High School.

Ft. Recovery carves slim margin over Rockford Parkway

Ft. Recovery finally found a way to top Rockford Parkway 53-48 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

The first quarter gave Ft. Recovery a 19-12 lead over Rockford Parkway.

The tables turned a bit at halftime when the Panthers got within 29-28.

Rockford Parkway came from behind to grab the advantage heading to the final quarter over Ft. Recovery 44-42.

A 11-4 scoring edge in the final quarter fueled the Indians’ defeat of the Panthers.

Last season, Rockford Parkway and Ft. Recovery squared off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Fort Recovery High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Ft. Recovery faced off against Bradford and Rockford Parkway took on Versailles on Dec. 13 at Parkway High School.

Franklin rallies to top Hamilton Ross

Franklin seemed a step slow at the start, but rallied to win 52-34 over Hamilton Ross during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Hamilton Ross started on steady ground by forging a 14-13 lead over Franklin at the end of the first quarter.

The Wildcats kept a 24-22 intermission margin at the Rams’ expense.

Franklin darted to a 36-25 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Wildcats got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 16-9 edge.

Last season, Franklin and Hamilton Ross squared off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Ross High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Hamilton Ross faced off against Brookville and Franklin took on Trenton Edgewood on Dec. 13 at Edgewood High School.

Franklin Middletown Christian records thin win against Day. Christian

Franklin Middletown Christian finally found a way to top Day. Christian 66-59 at Middletown Christian High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Day. Christian and Franklin Middletown Christian played in a 79-48 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

Recently on Dec. 13, Day. Christian squared off with Spring. Emmanuel Christian in a basketball game.

Fremont Ross earns stressful win over Holland Springfield

Fremont Ross finally found a way to top Holland Springfield 55-48 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Holland Springfield and Fremont Ross faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Springfield High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Holland Springfield faced off against Tol. Scott and Fremont Ross took on Mansfield on Dec. 14 at Fremont Ross High School.

Fremont St. Joseph dominates St. Patrick (KY)

Fremont St. Joseph dominated from start to finish in an imposing 77-32 win over St. Patrick (KY) in Kentucky boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Fremont St. Joseph faced off against Vanlue.

Gahanna Cols. Academy earns solid win over Worthington Christian

Gahanna Cols. Academy grabbed a 60-42 victory at the expense of Worthington Christian for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Worthington Christian High on Dec. 20.

Last season, Worthington Christian and Gahanna Cols. Academy faced off on March 7, 2024 at Columbus Academy.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Worthington Christian faced off against Cols. Franklin Hts..

Galion earns narrow win over Sparta Highland

Galion topped Sparta Highland 53-47 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last season, Galion and Sparta Highland faced off on Feb. 1, 2024 at Highland High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Sparta Highland faced off against Lucas and Galion took on Ontario on Dec. 14 at Ontario High School.

Gates Mills Gilmour edges past Cle. Cent. Cath. in tough test

Gates Mills Gilmour finally found a way to top Cle. Cent. Cath. 67-63 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Gates Mills Gilmour opened with a 22-11 advantage over Cle. Cent. Cath. through the first quarter.

The Ironmen didn’t give up, slicing the gap to 42-32 at the intermission.

The dynamic altered in the third quarter as Cle. Cent. Cath. inched back to a 51-46 deficit.

The Ironmen rallied with a 17-16 advantage in the fourth quarter. However, the Lancers prevailed.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Gates Mills Gilmour faced off against Painesville Riverside and Cle. Cent. Cath. took on Eastlake North on Dec. 10 at Cleveland Central Catholic High School.

Gates Mills Hawken overpowers Chesterland W. Geauga in thorough fashion

Gates Mills Hawken raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 64-37 win over Chesterland W. Geauga during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last time Gates Mills Hawken and Chesterland W. Geauga played in a 61-33 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 11, Gates Mills Hawken faced off against Painesville Harvey and Chesterland W. Geauga took on Orange on Dec. 14 at Orange High School.

Gnadenhutten Indian Valley sprints past Sugarcreek Garaway

Gnadenhutten Indian Valley pushed past Sugarcreek Garaway for a 57-40 win in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last season, Gnadenhutten Indian Valley and Sugarcreek Garaway faced off on Dec. 19, 2023 at Indian Valley High School.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Gnadenhutten Indian Valley faced off against Berlin Hiland and Sugarcreek Garaway took on Berlin Hiland on Dec. 13 at Garaway High School.

Grove City Christian overwhelms Fairfield Christian

Grove City Christian unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Fairfield Christian 57-36 Friday on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Grove City Christian and Fairfield Christian played in a 68-65 game on Feb. 13, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Fairfield Christian faced off against Sugar Grove Berne Union and Grove City Christian took on Wellington on Dec. 14 at Grove City Christian School.

Hamilton Badin overpowers Cin. NW in thorough fashion

Hamilton Badin recorded a big victory over Cin. NW 49-22 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Hamilton Badin faced off against Cin. McNicholas and Cin. NW took on Cin. Country Day on Dec. 10 at Cincinnati Country Day School.

Hamler Patrick Henry claims victory against Kalida

Hamler Patrick Henry handed Kalida a tough 49-36 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Patrick Henry High on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Hamler Patrick Henry faced off against Edon and Kalida took on Van Wert on Dec. 14 at Van Wert High School.

Harrod Allen E. rides to cruise-control win over Delphos Jefferson

Harrod Allen E. earned a convincing 61-38 win over Delphos Jefferson in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Harrod Allen E. and Delphos Jefferson squared off on Jan. 5, 2024 at Allen East High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Delphos Jefferson faced off against Bluffton and Harrod Allen E. took on Ada on Dec. 7 at Ada High School.

Hilliard Darby exhales after close call with Lewis Center Olentangy

Hilliard Darby finally found a way to top Lewis Center Olentangy 69-61 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Hilliard Darby opened with a 17-16 advantage over Lewis Center Olentangy through the first quarter.

The Braves had a 39-36 edge on the Panthers at the beginning of the third quarter.

The scoreboard showed Lewis Center Olentangy with a 52-50 lead over Hilliard Darby heading into the third quarter.

It took a 19-9 rally, but the Panthers were up to the task, grabbing the lead for good in the final quarter.

Last season, Hilliard Darby and Lewis Center Olentangy squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Hilliard Darby High School.

In recent action on Dec. 10, Hilliard Darby faced off against Ashville Teays Valley and Lewis Center Olentangy took on Marysville on Dec. 13 at Olentangy High School.

Huber Hts. Wayne survives for narrow win over Centerville

Huber Hts. Wayne posted a narrow 52-43 win over Centerville in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Centerville and Huber Hts. Wayne faced off on Jan. 2, 2024 at Centerville High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Huber Hts. Wayne faced off against Miamisburg and Centerville took on Springfield on Dec. 14 at Springfield High School.

Spring Valley tacks win on Portsmouth

Spring Valley’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Portsmouth 72-44 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Recently on Dec. 13, Portsmouth squared off with Minford in a basketball game.

Independence tops Cuyahoga Hts.

Independence notched a win against Cuyahoga Hts. 54-40 at Cuyahoga Heights High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Independence opened with a 9-8 advantage over Cuyahoga Hts. through the first quarter.

The Blue Devils registered a 24-17 advantage at half over the Red Wolves.

Independence moved to a 37-28 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Blue Devils held on with a 17-12 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cuyahoga Hts. faced off against Kent Roosevelt and Independence took on Fairview on Dec. 14 at Fairview High School.

Jackson overcomes Hillsboro

Jackson grabbed a 58-42 victory at the expense of Hillsboro during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last season, Jackson and Hillsboro faced off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Hillsboro High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Hillsboro faced off against Chillicothe and Jackson took on Washington C.H. Miami Trace on Dec. 13 at Jackson High School.

Jeromesville Hillsdale posts win at Apple Creek Waynedale’s expense

Jeromesville Hillsdale handed Apple Creek Waynedale a tough 66-49 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Recently on Dec. 14, Apple Creek Waynedale squared off with Orrville in a basketball game.

Kettering Alter tops Kettering Fairmont

Kettering Alter notched a win against Kettering Fairmont 58-40 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Kettering Alter jumped in front of Kettering Fairmont 16-6 to begin the second quarter.

The dynamic altered in the second quarter as the Firebirds inched back to a 28-19 deficit.

Kettering Alter jumped to a 42-31 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Knights got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 16-9 edge.

Last time Kettering Alter and Kettering Fairmont played in a 56-53 game on Feb. 6, 2024.

Recently on Dec. 14, Kettering Alter squared off with Ashland Blazer in a basketball game.

Cin. Anderson comes up short in matchup with Kings Mills Kings

Kings Mills Kings grabbed a 71-52 victory at the expense of Cin. Anderson on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Cin. Anderson faced off against Cin. Turpin and Kings Mills Kings took on Milford (OH) on Dec. 6 at Kings High School.

Kinsman Badger claims victory against Middlefield Cardinal

Kinsman Badger knocked off Middlefield Cardinal 73-57 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Middlefield Cardinal faced off against Southington Chalker and Kinsman Badger took on Fairport Harbor Harding on Dec. 13 at Fairport Harding High School.

Lakewood prevails over Parma Normandy

Lakewood dominated from start to finish in an imposing 58-36 win over Parma Normandy in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Lakewood faced off against Lyndhurst Brush and Parma Normandy took on Parma Hts. Valley Forge on Dec. 13 at Normandy High School.

Lancaster collects victory over Logan

Lancaster knocked off Logan 70-53 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last time Lancaster and Logan played in a 50-31 game on Feb. 13, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Logan faced off against McArthur Vinton County and Lancaster took on Groveport-Madison on Dec. 13 at Lancaster High School.

Lancaster Fisher Cath. holds off Zanesville Rosecrans

Lancaster Fisher Cath. topped Zanesville Rosecrans 43-35 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Fisher Catholic High on Dec. 20.

Last season, Lancaster Fisher Cath. and Zanesville Rosecrans faced off on Feb. 13, 2024 at Bishop Rosecrans High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Lancaster Fisher Cath. faced off against Millersport and Zanesville Rosecrans took on Corning Miller on Dec. 14 at Bishop Rosecrans High School.

Lebanon escapes close call with Cin. West Clermont

Lebanon posted a narrow 57-54 win over Cin. West Clermont in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Recently on Dec. 6, Lebanon squared off with Cin. Turpin in a basketball game.

Leipsic overcomes Pandora-Gilboa in seat-squirming affair

Leipsic posted a narrow 61-58 win over Pandora-Gilboa on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Pandora-Gilboa and Leipsic squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Pandora-Gilboa High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Leipsic faced off against Miller City and Pandora-Gilboa took on Cory-Rawson on Dec. 14 at Pandora-Gilboa High School.

Cols. Upper Arlington comes up short in matchup with Lewis Center Olentangy Orange

Lewis Center Olentangy Orange knocked off Cols. Upper Arlington 46-36 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Olentangy Orange High on Dec. 20.

Last time Lewis Center Olentangy Orange and Cols. Upper Arlington played in a 53-31 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lewis Center Olentangy Orange faced off against Dublin Coffman and Cols. Upper Arlington took on Powell Olentangy Liberty on Dec. 11 at Olentangy Liberty High School.

Lexington escapes Mansfield in thin win

Lexington topped Mansfield 74-70 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Lexington jumped in front of Mansfield 17-16 to begin the second quarter.

The Minutemen fought to a 31-29 intermission margin at the Tygers’ expense.

Neither team could gain any advantage in the third quarter.

The Minutemen held on with a 21-19 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Lexington and Mansfield squared off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Lexington High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lexington faced off against New Philadelphia and Mansfield took on Fremont Ross on Dec. 14 at Fremont Ross High School.

Liberty Twp. Lakota E. earns solid win over Hamilton

Liberty Twp. Lakota E. pushed past Hamilton for a 59-48 win on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Hamilton and Liberty Twp. Lakota E. faced off on March 2, 2024 at Hamilton High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Hamilton faced off against W. Chester Lakota W. and Liberty Twp. Lakota E. took on Middletown on Dec. 13 at Lakota East High School.

Lima Shawnee tacks win on Lima Bath

Lima Shawnee handled Lima Bath 62-41 in an impressive showing in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Lima Shawnee and Lima Bath faced off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Bath High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lima Bath faced off against Van Wert and Lima Shawnee took on McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley on Dec. 14 at Shawnee High School.

Lima Temple Christian earns narrow win over Lima Perry

Lima Temple Christian finally found a way to top Lima Perry 53-44 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Lima Perry and Lima Temple Christian played in a 38-27 game on Feb. 28, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lima Temple Christian faced off against Waynesfield-Goshen and Lima Perry took on Mt. Victory Ridgemont on Dec. 13 at Perry High School.

Lorain Clearview overcomes Oberlin’s lead to earn win

Lorain Clearview shook off a slow start and pulled away for a 59-42 win over Oberlin during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

The start wasn’t the problem for Oberlin, as it began with a 12-9 edge over Lorain Clearview through the end of the first quarter.

The Clippers’ shooting jumped in front for a 25-15 lead over the Phoenix at halftime.

The roles reversed in the third quarter as Oberlin fought to within 39-32.

The Clippers got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 20-10 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Oberlin faced off against Sullivan Black River and Lorain Clearview took on Sullivan Black River on Dec. 13 at Black River High School.

Cols. Horizon comes up short in matchup with Lou. Atherton

Lou. Atherton grabbed a 75-63 victory at the expense of Cols. Horizon on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 7, Cols. Horizon faced off against London Madison-Plains.

Lynchburg-Clay holds off West Union

Lynchburg-Clay posted a narrow 59-51 win over West Union for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last time West Union and Lynchburg-Clay played in a 57-54 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Lynchburg-Clay faced off against Peebles and West Union took on Sardinia Eastern Brown on Dec. 13 at Eastern High School.

Malvern pushes over E. Can.

Malvern knocked off E. Can. 55-42 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Malvern moved in front of E. Can. 21-10 to begin the second quarter.

E. Can. drew within 28-23 at halftime.

Malvern darted to a 42-31 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

Malvern held on with a 13-11 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last season, Malvern and E. Can. squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Malvern High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, E. Can. faced off against Bowerston Conotton Valley and Malvern took on Lore City Buckeye Trail on Dec. 13 at Buckeye Trail High School.

Mansfield Christian pockets slim win over Lucas

Mansfield Christian topped Lucas 58-50 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Lucas faced off against Sparta Highland and Mansfield Christian took on Plymouth on Dec. 14 at Plymouth High School.

Maria Stein Marion Local overwhelms New Knoxville

Maria Stein Marion Local dominated New Knoxville 57-35 at Marion Local High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Maria Stein Marion Local and New Knoxville played in a 60-33 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

Recently on Dec. 7, New Knoxville squared off with Sidney Fairlawn in a basketball game.

Marion Harding routs Bellville Clear Fork

Marion Harding scored early and often to roll over Bellville Clear Fork 59-39 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Marion Harding and Bellville Clear Fork played in a 59-53 game on Feb. 1, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Marion Harding faced off against Caledonia River Valley and Bellville Clear Fork took on Ontario on Dec. 12 at Ontario High School.

Martins Ferry denies Bellaire’s challenge

Martins Ferry collected a solid win over Bellaire in a 66-47 verdict for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Bellaire High on Dec. 20.

Martins Ferry opened with a 14-10 advantage over Bellaire through the first quarter.

The Purple Riders’ shooting darted in front for a 35-22 lead over the Big Reds at halftime.

Martins Ferry breathed fire to a 47-30 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Purple Riders held on with a 19-17 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Martins Ferry and Bellaire squared off on Jan. 17, 2024 at Martins Ferry High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Bellaire faced off against Cambridge and Martins Ferry took on Wheeling Central on Dec. 14 at Central Catholic High School.

McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley grinds out close victory over Waynesfield-Goshen

McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley posted a narrow 28-26 win over Waynesfield-Goshen on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley and Waynesfield-Goshen squared off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Waynesfield-Goshen High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley faced off against Lima Shawnee and Waynesfield-Goshen took on Jackson Center on Dec. 14 at Waynesfield-Goshen High School.

Medina Buckeye squeezes past N. Olmsted

Medina Buckeye topped N. Olmsted 59-54 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, N. Olmsted faced off against Bay (OH) and Medina Buckeye took on Lakewood on Dec. 13 at Lakewood High School.

Mentor narrowly defeats Shaker Hts.

Mentor handed Shaker Hts. a tough 88-73 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last season, Mentor and Shaker Hts. faced off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Shaker Heights High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Mentor faced off against Massillon Washington and Shaker Hts. took on Garfield Hts. on Dec. 10 at Shaker Heights High School.

Mentor Lake Cath. overcomes Elyria Cath. in seat-squirming affair

Mentor Lake Cath. posted a narrow 65-59 win over Elyria Cath. on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Elyria Cath. and Mentor Lake Cath. played in a 80-71 game on Feb. 20, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Elyria Cath. faced off against Amherst Steele and Mentor Lake Cath. took on Wickliffe on Dec. 14 at Lake Catholic High School.

Metamora Evergreen dominates Delta

Metamora Evergreen handled Delta 71-46 in an impressive showing in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last time Metamora Evergreen and Delta played in a 50-44 game on Jan. 11, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Metamora Evergreen faced off against Oregon Clay and Delta took on W. Unity Hilltop on Dec. 14 at Delta High School.

Northwestern (FL) crushes Canal Winchester Harvest

Northwestern (FL) recorded a big victory over Canal Winchester Harvest 88-52 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 15, Canal Winchester Harvest faced off against Wheelersburg.

Miamisburg thwarts Springfield’s quest

Miamisburg collected a solid win over Springfield in a 54-44 verdict in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last season, Miamisburg and Springfield faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Miamisburg High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Miamisburg faced off against Huber Hts. Wayne and Springfield took on Centerville on Dec. 14 at Springfield High School.

Milford Center Fairbanks prevails over W. Jefferson

Milford Center Fairbanks unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off W. Jefferson 72-46 Friday during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Milford Center Fairbanks faced off against Marion Pleasant and W. Jefferson took on N. Lewisburg Triad on Dec. 13 at West Jefferson High School.

Millbury Lake holds off Genoa

Millbury Lake topped Genoa 82-75 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Genoa and Millbury Lake faced off on March 6, 2024 at Genoa Area High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Genoa faced off against Tiffin Columbian and Millbury Lake took on Tontogany Otsego on Dec. 13 at Lake High School.

Millersport thwarts Cols. Wellington’s quest

Millersport handed Cols. Wellington a tough 60-49 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Cols. Wellington and Millersport played in a 71-57 game on Feb. 28, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cols. Wellington faced off against Grove City Christian and Millersport took on Lancaster Fisher Cath. on Dec. 14 at Fisher Catholic High School.

Minford overcomes Ironton

Minford handed Ironton a tough 79-68 loss on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Minford opened with a 21-16 advantage over Ironton through the first quarter.

The Falcons registered a 38-28 advantage at halftime over the Fighting Tigers.

Ironton showed its spirit while rallying to within 54-49 in the third quarter.

The Falcons got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 25-19 edge.

Recently on Dec. 15, Minford squared off with Hilliard Davidson in a basketball game.

Minster overpowers St. Henry (OH) in thorough fashion

Minster dominated St. Henry (OH) 66-34 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, St. Henry (OH) and Minster squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Minster High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, St. Henry (OH) faced off against New Bremen and Minster took on Russia on Dec. 14 at Minster High School.

Mowrystown Whiteoak edges past Manchester in tough test

Mowrystown Whiteoak finally found a way to top Manchester 51-44 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Manchester and Mowrystown Whiteoak squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Whiteoak High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Manchester faced off against Piketon and Mowrystown Whiteoak took on Fayetteville-Perry on Dec. 13 at Fayetteville-Perry High School.

Pataskala Watkins Memorial comes up short in matchup with Mt. Vernon

Mt. Vernon handed Pataskala Watkins Memorial a tough 54-40 loss on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

The first quarter gave Mt. Vernon a 9-4 lead over Pataskala Watkins Memorial.

The Yellow Jackets opened a small 25-18 gap over the Warriors at halftime.

Mt. Vernon jumped to a 39-31 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Yellow Jackets held on with a 15-9 scoring edge in the final quarter.

Last time Mt. Vernon and Pataskala Watkins Memorial played in a 56-43 game on Feb. 10, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Pataskala Watkins Memorial faced off against Zanesville and Mt. Vernon took on Newark Licking Valley on Dec. 14 at Mount Vernon High School.

Mt. Victory Ridgemont exhales after close call with Morral Ridgedale

Mt. Victory Ridgemont posted a narrow 55-53 win over Morral Ridgedale in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Mt. Victory Ridgemont and Morral Ridgedale squared off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Ridgemont High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Mt. Victory Ridgemont faced off against Cols. KIPP.

Napoleon claims victory against Bowling Green

Napoleon grabbed a 66-56 victory at the expense of Bowling Green for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Bowling Green High on Dec. 20.

Last season, Bowling Green and Napoleon squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Bowling Green High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Bowling Green faced off against LaGrange Keystone.

New Albany dominates Grove City Cent. Crossing

New Albany controlled the action to earn an impressive 45-24 win against Grove City Cent. Crossing during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, New Albany faced off against Sunbury Big Walnut and Grove City Cent. Crossing took on West on Dec. 14 at Central Crossing High School.

New Concord John Glenn overwhelms McConnelsville Morgan

New Concord John Glenn earned a convincing 72-31 win over McConnelsville Morgan for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last time New Concord John Glenn and McConnelsville Morgan played in a 65-48 game on Feb. 20, 2024.

Recently on Dec. 13, New Concord John Glenn squared off with Philo in a basketball game.

New Franklin Manchester takes down Navarre Fairless

New Franklin Manchester recorded a big victory over Navarre Fairless 58-35 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 6, New Franklin Manchester faced off against Orrville and Navarre Fairless took on Wooster Triway on Dec. 13 at Fairless High School.

New Lexington delivers statement win over Byesville Meadowbrook

New Lexington raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 63-38 win over Byesville Meadowbrook in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

New Lexington jumped in front of Byesville Meadowbrook 16-3 to begin the second quarter.

The Panthers’ offense pulled in front for a 32-12 lead over the Colts at the half.

New Lexington jumped to a 45-24 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Panthers got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with an 18-14 edge.

Last time New Lexington and Byesville Meadowbrook played in a 48-31 game on Jan. 12, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, New Lexington faced off against Zanesville W. Muskingum and Byesville Meadowbrook took on Zanesville Maysville on Dec. 13 at Meadowbrook High School.

New Madison Tri-Village takes down Arcanum

New Madison Tri-Village’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Arcanum 78-36 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Arcanum High on Dec. 20.

Last season, New Madison Tri-Village and Arcanum faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Tri-Village High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Arcanum faced off against Camden Preble Shawnee and New Madison Tri-Village took on Oxford Talawanda on Dec. 14 at Talawanda High School.

New Philadelphia crushes Millersburg W. Holmes

New Philadelphia raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 54-18 win over Millersburg W. Holmes at New Philadelphia High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time New Philadelphia and Millersburg W. Holmes played in a 51-25 game on Jan. 20, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, New Philadelphia faced off against Lexington and Millersburg W. Holmes took on Ashland on Dec. 13 at West Holmes High School.

Newark overcomes Pickerington Cent. in seat-squirming affair

Newark finally found a way to top Pickerington Cent. 58-53 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Pickerington high school Central on Dec. 20.

Last time Newark and Pickerington Cent. played in a 69-62 game on Jan. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Pickerington Cent. faced off against Westerville N. and Newark took on Logan on Dec. 13 at Newark High School.

N. Robinson Col. Crawford scores early, pulls away from Carey

N. Robinson Col. Crawford rushed to an early advantage and ran away for a 72-49 win over Carey on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time N. Robinson Col. Crawford and Carey played in a 48-39 game on Feb. 3, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, N. Robinson Col. Crawford faced off against Bucyrus and Carey took on Bucyrus Wynford on Dec. 14 at Carey High School.

Norwalk escapes close call with Clyde

Norwalk posted a narrow 60-59 win over Clyde in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Clyde faced off against Bellevue and Norwalk took on Sandusky on Dec. 14 at Sandusky High School.

Oak Hill tops Franklin Furnace Green

Oak Hill pushed past Franklin Furnace Green for a 59-42 win for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Oak Hill High on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Oak Hill faced off against Portsmouth W. and Franklin Furnace Green took on Beaver Eastern on Dec. 13 at Green High School.

Oberlin Firelands dominates Sullivan Black River in convincing showing

Oberlin Firelands dismissed Sullivan Black River by a 74-50 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Sullivan Black River faced off against Oberlin and Oberlin Firelands took on Wellington on Dec. 13 at Wellington High School.

Orwell Grand Valley dominates Southington Chalker

Orwell Grand Valley rolled past Southington Chalker for a comfortable 63-29 victory in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Southington Chalker faced off against Middlefield Cardinal and Orwell Grand Valley took on Vienna Mathews on Dec. 13 at Mathews High School.

Ottoville squeezes past Van Wert Lincolnview

Ottoville posted a narrow 51-44 win over Van Wert Lincolnview for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Ottoville High on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Ottoville faced off against Spencerville and Van Wert Lincolnview took on Lima Cent. Cath. on Dec. 13 at Lincolnview High School.

Covington Catholic rides to cruise-control win over STVM

Covington Catholic raced to a big lead and never looked back in an 83-63 win over STVM for a Kentucky boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Paulding thwarts Stryker’s quest

Paulding notched a win against Stryker 61-47 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

The two teams dueled to an even start, with Paulding and Stryker settling for a 12-12 first-quarter knot.

Paulding opened a narrow 31-17 gap over Stryker at the half.

Paulding steamrolled to a 51-36 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

Stryker closed the lead with a 11-10 margin in the final quarter.

Last season, Paulding and Stryker squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Paulding High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Stryker faced off against Swanton and Paulding took on Defiance on Dec. 6 at Paulding High School.

Pemberville Eastwood earns solid win over Fostoria

Pemberville Eastwood handed Fostoria a tough 65-55 loss at Eastwood High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Fostoria and Pemberville Eastwood squared off on Feb. 16, 2024 at Fostoria High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Pemberville Eastwood faced off against Van Buren and Fostoria took on Rossford on Dec. 13 at Fostoria High School.

Perrysburg overcomes Sylvania Northview in seat-squirming affair

Perrysburg posted a narrow 70-63 win over Sylvania Northview for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last season, Perrysburg and Sylvania Northview faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Perrysburg High School.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Perrysburg faced off against Sylvania Southview and Sylvania Northview took on Bowling Green on Dec. 12 at Northview High School.

Pickerington N. defeats Grove City

Pickerington N. earned a convincing 75-55 win over Grove City in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Pickerington N. and Grove City played in a 52-49 game on Jan. 5, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 9, Grove City faced off against West and Pickerington N. took on Grove City Cent. Crossing on Dec. 13 at Pickerington North High School.

Piketon slips past Frankfort Adena

Piketon topped Frankfort Adena 51-47 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

The first quarter gave Piketon a 11-9 lead over Frankfort Adena.

The Redstreaks opened a close 26-20 gap over the Warriors at the half.

Frankfort Adena bowed its back in the third quarter, chipping the deficit to 34-29.

The Warriors narrowed the gap 18-17 in the fourth quarter but it was too little, too late.

Last time Frankfort Adena and Piketon played in a 54-53 game on Dec. 9, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Piketon faced off against Manchester and Frankfort Adena took on Bainbridge Paint Valley on Dec. 13 at Paint Valley High School.

Poland Seminary carves slim margin over Niles McKinley

Poland Seminary finally found a way to top Niles McKinley 51-43 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last season, Poland Seminary and Niles McKinley squared off on Jan. 23, 2024 at McKinley High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Niles McKinley faced off against Cortland Lakeview and Poland Seminary took on Canfield on Dec. 10 at Canfield High School.

Pomeroy Meigs crushes Belpre

It was a tough night for Belpre which was overmatched by Pomeroy Meigs in this 86-57 verdict.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Pomeroy Meigs faced off against McArthur Vinton County and Belpre took on Stewart Federal Hocking on Dec. 13 at Federal Hocking High School.

Portsmouth Notre Dame outlasts Crown City S. Gallia

Portsmouth Notre Dame eventually beat Crown City S. Gallia 47-36 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Crown City S. Gallia faced off against Ironton St. Joseph and Portsmouth Notre Dame took on Cols. Patriot Prep on Dec. 14 at Notre Dame High School.

Proctorville Fairland posts win at Russell’s expense

Proctorville Fairland eventually beat Russell 50-38 for a Kentucky boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Recently on Dec. 16, Proctorville Fairland squared off with Ironton Rock Hill in a basketball game.

Richwood N. Union earns solid win over St. Paris Graham

Richwood N. Union pushed past St. Paris Graham for a 58-39 win in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Last time Richwood N. Union and St. Paris Graham played in a 68-32 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Richwood N. Union faced off against Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan and St. Paris Graham took on Lewistown Indian Lake on Dec. 13 at Indian Lake High School.

Rittman earns narrow win over West Salem Northwestern

Rittman posted a narrow 64-58 win over West Salem Northwestern at Northwestern High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 13, West Salem Northwestern faced off against Smithville and Rittman took on Creston Norwayne on Dec. 6 at Rittman High School.

Russia tops Houston

Russia dismissed Houston by a 67-18 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last time Russia and Houston played in a 78-26 game on Jan. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Houston faced off against Newton Local and Russia took on Minster on Dec. 14 at Minster High School.

Sandusky Perkins comes up short in matchup with Sandusky

Sandusky notched a win against Sandusky Perkins 80-64 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Tough to find an edge early, Sandusky and Sandusky Perkins fashioned a 14-14 stalemate through the first quarter.

The Blue Streaks fought to a 36-30 half margin at the Pirates’ expense.

Sandusky breathed fire to a 60-44 lead heading into the final quarter.

The gap remained steady with both teams scoring evenly in the fourth quarter.

Recently on Dec. 14, Sandusky squared off with Norwalk in a basketball game.

Sheffield Brookside tops Wellington

Sheffield Brookside rolled past Wellington for a comfortable 94-67 victory in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Wellington faced off against Grove City Christian and Sheffield Brookside took on Lorain Clearview on Dec. 10 at Brookside High School.

Sheffield Brookside rides to cruise-control win over Cols. Wellington

Sheffield Brookside scored early and often to roll over Cols. Wellington 94-67 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cols. Wellington faced off against Grove City Christian and Sheffield Brookside took on Lorain Clearview on Dec. 10 at Brookside High School.

Sidney tacks win on Piqua

Sidney scored early and often to roll over Piqua 56-36 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last season, Sidney and Piqua squared off on Jan. 30, 2024 at Sidney High School.

Recently on Dec. 5, Sidney squared off with Xenia in a basketball game.

Sidney Lehman dominates Covington in convincing showing

Sidney Lehman handled Covington 50-29 in an impressive showing for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Lehman Catholic High on Dec. 20.

Last season, Sidney Lehman and Covington faced off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Lehman Catholic High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Sidney Lehman faced off against Tipp City Bethel.

Smithville dominates Doylestown Chippewa

Smithville dominated from start to finish in an imposing 75-55 win over Doylestown Chippewa in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Smithville faced off against West Salem Northwestern and Doylestown Chippewa took on Mogadore on Dec. 14 at Chippewa High School.

S. Webster dominates Stewart Federal Hocking in convincing showing

S. Webster dominated from start to finish in an imposing 72-39 win over Stewart Federal Hocking in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, S. Webster and Stewart Federal Hocking squared off on Jan. 13, 2024 at Federal Hocking High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, S. Webster faced off against Beaver Eastern and Stewart Federal Hocking took on Belpre on Dec. 13 at Federal Hocking High School.

Spencerville overcomes Lima Cent. Cath. in seat-squirming affair

Spencerville finally found a way to top Lima Cent. Cath. 62-54 at Lima Central Catholic High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Spencerville and Lima Cent. Cath. faced off on Jan. 19, 2024 at Lima Central Catholic High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lima Cent. Cath. faced off against Van Wert Lincolnview and Spencerville took on Ottoville on Dec. 14 at Spencerville High School.

Springboro exhales after close call with Clayton Northmont

Springboro posted a narrow 59-55 win over Clayton Northmont during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

The first quarter gave Springboro a 15-10 lead over Clayton Northmont.

The Thunderbolts stemmed the tide in the second quarter by closing the gap to 34-30.

Nothing was decided in the third quarter, with Springboro and Clayton Northmont locked in a 44-44 stalemate.

The Panthers got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 15-11 edge.

Last time Clayton Northmont and Springboro played in a 55-31 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Clayton Northmont faced off against Beavercreek and Springboro took on Richmond on Dec. 6 at Springboro High School.

Spring. Shawnee darts by Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan

It was a tough night for Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan which was overmatched by Spring. Shawnee in this 52-27 verdict.

The first quarter gave Spring. Shawnee a 10-6 lead over Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan.

The Braves’ shooting thundered in front for a 29-13 lead over the Raiders at the intermission.

Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan stemmed the tide in the third quarter by closing the gap to 37-25.

The Braves got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 15-2 edge.

Last season, Spring. Shawnee and Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan squared off on Jan. 30, 2024 at Benjamin Logan High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Bellefontaine Benjamin Logan faced off against Richwood N. Union and Spring. Shawnee took on Spring. NW on Dec. 13 at Shawnee High School.

Steubenville dominates Wintersville Indian Creek

Steubenville earned a convincing 73-21 win over Wintersville Indian Creek on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Steubenville and Wintersville Indian Creek squared off on Jan. 23, 2024 at Indian Creek High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Steubenville faced off against Toronto and Wintersville Indian Creek took on Beaver Local on Dec. 14 at Indian Creek High School.

Strongsville tacks win on Willoughby S.

Strongsville rolled past Willoughby S. for a comfortable 86-50 victory at South on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Willoughby S. faced off against Akr. Firestone and Strongsville took on Medina on Dec. 13 at Medina High School.

Struthers pockets slim win over Hubbard

Struthers finally found a way to top Hubbard 55-47 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Hubbard High on Dec. 20.

Last time Hubbard and Struthers played in a 58-44 game on Jan. 23, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Hubbard faced off against Hickory and Struthers took on Salem on Dec. 14 at Salem High School.

Sunbury Big Walnut routs Worthington Kilbourne

Sunbury Big Walnut dominated from start to finish in an imposing 61-25 win over Worthington Kilbourne at Big Walnut High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Sunbury Big Walnut and Worthington Kilbourne played in a 76-65 game on Feb. 2, 2024.

Recently on Dec. 14, Sunbury Big Walnut squared off with New Albany in a basketball game.

Sycamore Mohawk bests Upper Sandusky

Sycamore Mohawk recorded a big victory over Upper Sandusky 56-30 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Upper Sandusky faced off against Attica Seneca E. and Sycamore Mohawk took on New Washington Buckeye Cent. on Dec. 14 at Buckeye Central High School.

Sylvania Southview pushes over Oregon Clay

Sylvania Southview knocked off Oregon Clay 55-44 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last time Sylvania Southview and Oregon Clay played in a 57-50 game on Feb. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Oregon Clay faced off against Metamora Evergreen and Sylvania Southview took on Perrysburg on Dec. 12 at Perrysburg High School.

Tallmadge crushes Youngs. Boardman

Tallmadge raced to a big lead and never looked back in an 82-52 win over Youngs. Boardman at Tallmadge High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Tallmadge and Youngs. Boardman squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Boardman High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Tallmadge faced off against Cuyahoga Falls and Youngs. Boardman took on Canfield S. Range on Dec. 14 at South Range High School.

Tipp City Tippecanoe bests Fairborn

Tipp City Tippecanoe left no doubt on Friday, controlling Fairborn from start to finish for a 70-34 victory at Tippecanoe High on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Tipp City Tippecanoe and Fairborn squared off on Jan. 30, 2024 at Tippecanoe High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Tipp City Tippecanoe faced off against Riverside Stebbins and Fairborn took on Trenton Edgewood on Dec. 14 at Fairborn High School.

Tol. Maumee Valley overwhelms Tol. Bowsher

Tol. Maumee Valley handled Tol. Bowsher 77-50 in an impressive showing on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Tol. Maumee Valley faced off against Tol. Ottawa Hills and Tol. Bowsher took on Galloway Westland on Dec. 14 at Westland High School.

Tol. Rogers crushes Tol. Scott

Tol. Rogers dismissed Tol. Scott by a 60-31 count in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Tol. Scott and Tol. Rogers squared off on March 7, 2024 at Scott High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Tol. Scott faced off against Holland Springfield and Tol. Rogers took on Whitehouse Anthony Wayne on Dec. 14 at Rogers High School.

Tol. Start dominates Tol. Waite in convincing showing

Tol. Start unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Tol. Waite 78-47 Friday on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Tol. Waite faced off against Tol. Bowsher and Tol. Start took on Tol. Rogers on Dec. 13 at Start High School.

Trenton Edgewood holds off Carlisle

Trenton Edgewood posted a narrow 53-49 win over Carlisle in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Trenton Edgewood faced off against Fairborn and Carlisle took on Eaton on Dec. 13 at Carlisle High School.

Twinsburg escapes close call with Stow-Munroe Falls

Twinsburg topped Stow-Munroe Falls 42-40 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Twinsburg faced off against N. Royalton and Stow-Munroe Falls took on Wadsworth on Dec. 13 at Stow-Munroe Falls High School.

Uhrichsville Claymont earns narrow win over W. Lafayette Ridgewood

Uhrichsville Claymont posted a narrow 43-37 win over W. Lafayette Ridgewood in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Uhrichsville Claymont and W. Lafayette Ridgewood squared off on Dec. 19, 2023 at Ridgewood High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Uhrichsville Claymont faced off against Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley and W. Lafayette Ridgewood took on Magnolia Sandy Valley on Dec. 13 at Sandy Valley High School.

Uniontown Lake survives for narrow win over Green

Uniontown Lake topped Green 44-35 in a tough tilt on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Green and Uniontown Lake played in a 54-22 game on Dec. 19, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Green faced off against Massillon Washington and Uniontown Lake took on Can. McKinley on Dec. 13 at McKinley High School.

Urbana sprints past Spring. Kenton Ridge

Urbana knocked off Spring. Kenton Ridge 64-53 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last time Spring. Kenton Ridge and Urbana played in a 67-53 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 6, Spring. Kenton Ridge faced off against New Carlisle Tecumseh and Urbana took on Bellefontaine on Dec. 13 at Bellefontaine High School.

Van Wert posts win at Celina’s expense

Van Wert handed Celina a tough 50-35 loss during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last season, Celina and Van Wert faced off on Feb. 27, 2024 at Celina High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Van Wert faced off against Kalida and Celina took on St Marys on Dec. 13 at Saint Marys Memorial High School.

Versailles slips past New Bremen

Versailles posted a narrow 50-41 win over New Bremen in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

New Bremen showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 13-11 advantage over Versailles as the first quarter ended.

Through the early stages of the affair, the Cardinals controlled the pace, taking a 24-19 lead into half.

Versailles broke in front at the beginning of the fourth quarter with a 33-32 lead over New Bremen.

The Tigers got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 17-9 edge.

Last season, Versailles and New Bremen squared off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Versailles High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Versailles faced off against Jamestown Greeneview and New Bremen took on Ft. Loramie on Dec. 14 at New Bremen High School.

Ashtabula St. John comes up short in matchup with Vienna Mathews

Vienna Mathews grabbed an 89-75 victory at the expense of Ashtabula St. John on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Vienna Mathews and Ashtabula St John squared off on Dec. 29, 2023 at Saint John School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Vienna Mathews faced off against Orwell Grand Valley and Ashtabula St John took on Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Prep on Dec. 6 at Saint John School.

Wapakoneta carves slim margin over Ottawa-Glandorf

Wapakoneta posted a narrow 52-43 win over Ottawa-Glandorf in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Ottawa-Glandorf and Wapakoneta squared off on Dec. 15, 2023 at Wapakoneta High School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Ottawa-Glandorf faced off against Lewistown Indian Lake and Wapakoneta took on Findlay Liberty-Benton on Dec. 14 at Wapakoneta High School.

Warren JFK comes from behind to stop Louisville Aquinas

Warren JFK dug itself out of a first-quarter hole and pulled away a 68-52 win over Louisville Aquinas in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Louisville Aquinas showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 16-14 advantage over Warren JFK as the first quarter ended.

The Knights got the better of the action throughout the first half, owning a 32-28 margin over the Eagles at halftime.

Warren JFK broke in front at the beginning of the final quarter with a 48-42 lead over Louisville Aquinas.

The Eagles held on with a 20-10 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Warren JFK and Louisville Aquinas faced off on Feb. 2, 2024 at John F. Kennedy Catholic School.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Warren JFK faced off against Ashland and Louisville Aquinas took on Rootstown on Dec. 13 at Saint Thomas Aquinas High School.

Waterford sprints past Wellston

Waterford collected a solid win over Wellston in a 65-53 verdict on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Waterford opened with a 19-14 advantage over Wellston through the first quarter.

The Golden Rockets showed their spirit while rallying to within 33-31 at the intermission.

Waterford moved to a 49-38 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Wildcats held on with a 16-15 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Waterford and Wellston squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Wellston High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Waterford faced off against Reedsville Eastern and Wellston took on New Hope Christian on Dec. 13 at Wellston High School.

Wauseon thwarts Defiance Tinora’s quest

Wauseon eventually beat Defiance Tinora 55-41 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Wauseon and Defiance Tinora faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Tinora High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Wauseon faced off against Edgerton and Defiance Tinora took on Holgate on Dec. 14 at Tinora High School.

Waverly squeezes past Reedsville Eastern

Waverly posted a narrow 64-57 win over Reedsville Eastern on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Reedsville Eastern faced off against Waterford and Waverly took on Latham Western on Dec. 14 at Western High School.

Wellsville records thin win against Leetonia

Wellsville topped Leetonia 52-49 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Wellsville and Leetonia squared off on Jan. 12, 2024 at Wellsville High School.

In recent action on Dec. 11, Leetonia faced off against Mineral Ridge and Wellsville took on Lisbon David Anderson on Dec. 13 at Wellsville High School.

W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. pushes over Ansonia

W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. handed Ansonia a tough 68-54 loss in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 6, Ansonia faced off against Arcanum and W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. took on Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe on Dec. 8 at Twin Valley South High School.

Genoa Christian routs Milford Christian

Genoa Christian earned a convincing 71-30 win over Milford Christian in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Genoa Christian faced off against Lancaster Fisher Cath..

Westerville N. races in front to defeat Galloway Westland

Westerville N. left no doubt in recording an 80-25 win over Galloway Westland for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Westland High on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Galloway Westland faced off against Tol. Bowsher and Westerville N. took on Pickerington Cent. on Dec. 14 at Pickerington High School Central.

Westlake prevails over Parma Hts. Valley Forge

Westlake recorded a big victory over Parma Hts. Valley Forge 82-56 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 6, Westlake faced off against Parma Normandy and Parma Hts. Valley Forge took on Parma Normandy on Dec. 13 at Normandy High School.

Wickliffe defeats Cle. NE Ohio Prep

Wickliffe dismissed Cle. NE Ohio Prep by a 68-31 count for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Wickliffe High on Dec. 20.

Wickliffe opened with a 24-5 advantage over Cle. NE Ohio Prep through the first quarter.

The Knights drew within 39-21 at the half.

Wickliffe breathed fire to a 64-28 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Blue Devils held on with a 4-3 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Wickliffe faced off against Mentor Lake Cath. and Cle. NE Ohio Prep took on Fuchs Mizrachi on Dec. 10 at Fuchs Mizrachi School.

Williamsburg tops Bethel-Tate

Williamsburg dominated Bethel-Tate 73-53 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 7, Williamsburg faced off against Fayetteville-Perry and Bethel-Tate took on Lees Creek E. Clinton on Dec. 13 at East Clinton High School.

Williamsport Westfall squeezes past Southeastern

Williamsport Westfall finally found a way to top Southeastern 68-63 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 20.

Last time Williamsport Westfall and Southeastern played in a 56-48 game on Dec. 9, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Southeastern faced off against Albany Alexander and Williamsport Westfall took on Chillicothe Unioto on Dec. 13 at Westfall High School.

Willow Wood Symmes Valley tops Portsmouth Sciotoville

Willow Wood Symmes Valley earned a convincing 76-38 win over Portsmouth Sciotoville in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Willow Wood Symmes Valley faced off against Portsmouth W. and Portsmouth Sciotoville took on Oak Hill on Dec. 13 at Sciotoville East High School.

Wooster survives for narrow win over Ashland

Wooster finally found a way to top Ashland 67-62 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Wooster faced off against Medina and Ashland took on Warren JFK on Dec. 14 at Ashland High School.

Wooster Triway outlasts Can. South

Wooster Triway notched a win against Can. South 50-36 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Last season, Wooster Triway and Can. South faced off on Jan. 23, 2024 at Triway High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Wooster Triway faced off against Navarre Fairless and Can. South took on Akr. Coventry on Dec. 7 at Canton South High School.

Youngs. Chaney high school rides to cruise-control win over Farrell

Youngs. Chaney high school dominated from start to finish in an imposing 62-27 win over Farrell in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 20.

Recently on Dec. 13, Youngs. Chaney High School squared off with Youngs. Ursuline in a basketball game.

Youngs. East bests Akr. North

Youngs. East rolled past Akr. North for a comfortable 59-21 victory in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 20.

Youngs. East jumped in front of Akr. North 14-5 to begin the second quarter.

The Golden Bears registered a 35-11 advantage at halftime over the Vikings.

Youngs. East jumped to a 51-14 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Golden Bears held on with an 8-7 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last time Youngs. East and Akr. North played in a 87-24 game on Dec. 1, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 12, Youngs. East faced off against Canfield and Akr. North took on Akr. Garfield on Dec. 13 at North High School.

Youngs. Mooney claims victory against Austintown-Fitch

Youngs. Mooney collected a solid win over Austintown-Fitch in a 62-49 verdict in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 20.

Last season, Austintown-Fitch and Youngs. Mooney faced off on Dec. 8, 2023 at Cardinal Mooney High School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Austintown-Fitch faced off against Mayfield and Youngs. Mooney took on Campbell Memorial on Dec. 13 at Memorial High School.

Youngs. Valley Christian sprints past Hanoverton United

Youngs. Valley Christian grabbed a 51-34 victory at the expense of Hanoverton United for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 20.

Last season, Youngs. Valley Christian and Hanoverton United squared off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Valley Christian School.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Hanoverton United faced off against E. Palestine and Youngs. Valley Christian took on Salineville Southern on Dec. 13 at Southern Local High School.

Zanesville W. Muskingum tacks win on Barnesville

Zanesville W. Muskingum’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Barnesville 74-28 on Dec. 20 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Zanesville W. Muskingum faced off against New Lexington and Barnesville took on Marietta on Dec. 14 at Marietta High School.

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