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Credit: Tom Theodore

COLUMBUS — Listed below is Saturday’s Ohio high school boys basketball roundup.

Only games reported to the Scorestream app were included in this listing. The game summaries were generated by Lede Ai.

Ada crushes Marion Elgin

Ada’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Marion Elgin 56-25 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Marion Elgin faced off against Fairfield Christian and Ada took on Cory-Rawson on Dec. 21 at Ada High School.

Akr. Coventry secures a win over Mogadore Field

Akr. Coventry knocked off Mogadore Field 56-46 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Field High on Dec. 28.

Last season, Akr. Coventry and Mogadore Field squared off on Feb. 2, 2024 at Coventry High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Mogadore Field faced off against Garrettsville Garfield and Akr. Coventry took on Ravenna on Dec. 19 at Coventry High School.

Akr. Hoban overwhelms Dublin Jerome

Akr. Hoban recorded a big victory over Dublin Jerome 52-21 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Dublin Jerome faced off against Delaware Olentangy Berlin and Akr. Hoban took on Worthington Christian on Dec. 21 at Worthington Christian High School.

Alliance Marlington slips past Cadiz Harrison Cent.

Alliance Marlington topped Cadiz Harrison Cent. 49-46 in a tough tilt at Marlington High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Alliance Marlington faced off against Poland Seminary and Cadiz Harrison Cent. took on Cambridge on Dec. 20 at Harrison Central High School.

Antwerp survives for narrow win over Hicksville

Antwerp finally found a way to top Hicksville 40-32 at Antwerp on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Antwerp and Hicksville faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Hicksville High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Antwerp faced off against Delphos Jefferson and Hicksville took on Holgate on Dec. 21 at Hicksville High School.

Arcadia pushes over Waynesfield-Goshen

Arcadia handed Waynesfield-Goshen a tough 44-34 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Arcadia High on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Arcadia faced off against Dola Hardin Northern and Waynesfield-Goshen took on Arcanum on Dec. 21 at Waynesfield-Goshen High School.

Arcanum dominates Bradford in convincing showing

Arcanum dominated Bradford 54-30 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last time Arcanum and Bradford played in a 70-67 game on Jan. 30, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Arcanum faced off against Waynesfield-Goshen and Bradford took on Bellefontaine Calvary Christian on Dec. 21 at Bradford High School.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe holds off Day. Belmont

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe finally found a way to top Day. Belmont 42-33 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

The first quarter gave Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe a 11-8 lead over Day. Belmont.

The Jets opened a close 19-13 gap over the Bison at the intermission.

Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe and Day. Belmont each scored in the third quarter.

The Jets got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 13-10 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Pitsburg Franklin-Monroe faced off against Sidney Fairlawn and Day. Belmont took on Cols. Linden-Mckinley on Dec. 14 at Linden-Mckinley Stem Academy.

Arlington slips past Bluffton

Arlington topped Bluffton 55-53 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Bluffton faced off against Cols. Linden-Mckinley and Arlington took on Van Buren on Dec. 20 at Arlington High School.

Ashland earns solid win over Dover

Ashland pushed past Dover for a 58-42 win on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Ashland opened with a 17-9 advantage over Dover through the first quarter.

The Arrows fought to a 33-19 halftime margin at the Tornadoes’ expense.

Dover showed its spirit while rallying to within 44-36 in the third quarter.

The Arrows got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 14-6 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Dover faced off against Mansfield Madison and Ashland took on Wooster on Dec. 20 at Wooster High School.

Ashtabula Edgewood tacks win on W. Alexandria Twin Valley S.

Ashtabula Edgewood handled W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. 71-43 in an impressive showing in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, W. Alexandria Twin Valley S. faced off against Ansonia and Ashtabula Edgewood took on Madison on Dec. 21 at Madison High School.

Lakeside Danbury takes the lead, but can’t maintain it in falling to Attica Seneca E.

Attica Seneca E. rallied from behind to knock off Lakeside Danbury for an 84-45 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

The start wasn’t the problem for Lakeside Danbury, as it began with a 12-11 edge over Attica Seneca E. through the end of the first quarter.

The Tigers kept a 27-20 intermission margin at the Lakers’ expense.

Attica Seneca E. jumped to a 60-34 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Tigers got the better of the final-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 24-11 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Lakeside Danbury faced off against Old Fort and Attica Seneca E. took on Bucyrus Wynford on Dec. 21 at Wynford High School.

Austintown-Fitch thwarts Uniontown Lake’s quest

Austintown-Fitch notched a win against Uniontown Lake 38-23 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Uniontown Lake and Austintown-Fitch faced off on Feb. 23, 2024 at Uniontown Lake High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Austintown-Fitch faced off against Youngs. Mooney and Uniontown Lake took on Can. Cent. Cath. on Dec. 21 at Central Catholic High School.

Bainbridge Paint Valley slips past Lynchburg-Clay

Bainbridge Paint Valley posted a narrow 52-44 win over Lynchburg-Clay in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Last season, Lynchburg-Clay and Bainbridge Paint Valley faced off on Jan. 6, 2024 at Lynchburg-Clay High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Lynchburg-Clay faced off against West Union and Bainbridge Paint Valley took on Leesburg Fairfield on Dec. 21 at Fairfield Local High School.

Baltimore Liberty Union defeats Tyler Consolidated

Baltimore Liberty Union recorded a big victory over Tyler Consolidated 62-38 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

The first quarter gave Baltimore Liberty Union a 19-9 lead over Tyler Consolidated.

The Lions registered a 36-19 advantage at intermission over the Knights.

Baltimore Liberty Union stormed to a 54-30 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

Neither team could gain any advantage in the final quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Baltimore Liberty Union faced off against Bloom-Carroll.

Bay (OH) claims tight victory against Cuyahoga Hts.

Bay (OH) topped Cuyahoga Hts. 52-51 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Bay (OH) faced off against Elyria and Cuyahoga Hts. took on Independence on Dec. 20 at Cuyahoga Heights High School.

Beaver Eastern prevails over Piketon

Beaver Eastern handled Piketon 54-34 in an impressive showing in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Beaver Eastern jumped in front of Piketon 16-2 to begin the second quarter.

The Eagles fought to a 25-7 intermission margin at the Redstreaks’ expense.

Beaver Eastern roared to a 42-20 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Redstreaks enjoyed a 14-12 edge in the fourth quarter, yet the result was already decided.

Last time Beaver Eastern and Piketon played in a 58-42 game on Dec. 2, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Piketon faced off against Frankfort Adena and Beaver Eastern took on Portsmouth W. on Dec. 17 at Eastern High School.

Bethel-Tate claims tight victory against Day. Dunbar

Bethel-Tate posted a narrow 53-51 win over Day. Dunbar for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Bethel-Tate faced off against Williamsburg and Day. Dunbar took on Pickerington Cent. on Dec. 22 at Pickerington High School Central.

Tontogany Otsego overpowers Bloomdale Elmwood in thorough fashion

Tontogany Otsego earned a convincing 76-44 win over Bloomdale Elmwood on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Tontogany Otsego and Bloomdale Elmwood played in a 42-40 game on Jan. 9, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Tontogany Otsego faced off against Rossford and Bloomdale Elmwood took on Ada on Dec. 20 at Elmwood High School.

Boynton Beach escapes close call with Cin. Country Day

Boynton Beach posted a narrow 69-63 win over Cin. Country Day in a Florida boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Cin. Country Day faced off against Miami Valley Christian Academy.

Brookfield overpowers Wilmington in thorough fashion

Brookfield recorded a big victory over Wilmington 62-20 in a Pennsylvania boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Recently on Dec. 19, Brookfield squared off with Leavittsburg LaBrae in a basketball game.

Bryan secures a win over Rossford

Bryan handed Rossford a tough 69-57 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last time Bryan and Rossford played in a 60-58 game on Dec. 30, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Rossford faced off against Tontogany Otsego and Bryan took on Pettisville on Dec. 19 at Bryan High School.

Byesville Meadowbrook slips past Zanesville

Byesville Meadowbrook finally found a way to top Zanesville 57-51 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Meadowbrook High on Dec. 28.

Last season, Zanesville and Byesville Meadowbrook squared off on Feb. 23, 2024 at Zanesville High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Byesville Meadowbrook faced off against New Lexington and Zanesville took on Newark Cath. on Dec. 18 at Newark Catholic High School.

Caldwell tops Philo

Caldwell pushed past Philo for a 71-56 win in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Caldwell darted in front of Philo 17-14 to begin the second quarter.

The Redskins registered a 31-28 advantage at halftime over the Electrics.

Caldwell jumped to a 47-41 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Redskins got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 24-15 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Caldwell faced off against Belpre and Philo took on Hebron Lakewood on Dec. 23 at Lakewood High School.

Camden Preble Shawnee records thin win against Day. Meadowdale

Camden Preble Shawnee finally found a way to top Day. Meadowdale 38-31 at Meadowdale High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Day. Meadowdale faced off against Casstown Miami E. and Camden Preble Shawnee took on New Paris National Trail on Dec. 20 at National Trail High School.

Can. Cent. Cath. tops Parkersburg South

Can. Cent. Cath. eventually beat Parkersburg South 55-38 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Can. Cent. Cath. faced off against Uniontown Lake.

Can. Glenoak darts by Cle. Collinwood

Can. Glenoak controlled the action to earn an impressive 64-16 win against Cle. Collinwood for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Glenoak High on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Can. Glenoak faced off against Youngs. East and Cle. Collinwood took on Morgan on Dec. 17 at Collinwood High School.

Can. McKinley carves slim margin over Gates Mills Gilmour

Can. McKinley posted a narrow 70-61 win over Gates Mills Gilmour on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Can. McKinley faced off against Massillon Perry and Gates Mills Gilmour took on Chardon NDCL on Dec. 23 at Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School.

Carrollton rides to cruise-control win over Belmont Union Local

Carrollton’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Belmont Union Local 78-48 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Carrollton faced off against Sugarcreek Garaway and Belmont Union Local took on Barnesville on Dec. 23 at Union Local High School.

Castalia Margaretta pockets slim win over Johnstown

Castalia Margaretta topped Johnstown 59-50 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Johnstown faced off against Bloom-Carroll and Castalia Margaretta took on Clyde on Dec. 21 at Clyde High School.

Celina takes down Ansonia

Celina raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 66-38 win over Ansonia for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Celina High on Dec. 28.

Last season, Celina and Ansonia squared off on Dec. 30, 2023 at Celina High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Celina faced off against Maria Stein Marion Local and Ansonia took on Ft. Recovery on Dec. 21 at Fort Recovery High School.

Centerburg tops Cols. Cristo Rey

Centerburg dismissed Cols. Cristo Rey by a 56-30 count on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 17, Cols. Cristo Rey faced off against Cols. Horizon and Centerburg took on Mt Gilead on Dec. 18 at Mount Gilead High School.

Cin. Moeller defeats Socastee

It was a tough night for Socastee which was overmatched by Cin. Moeller in this 66-31 verdict.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Cin. Moeller faced off against STVM.

Cin. NW dominates Cin. Mariemont

It was a tough night for Cin. Mariemont which was overmatched by Cin. NW in this 66-43 verdict.

Last time Cin. Mariemont and Cin. NW played in a 78-70 game on Feb. 10, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Cin. Mariemont faced off against Pittsburgh North Catholic and Cin. NW took on Hamilton Badin on Dec. 20 at Badin High School.

Cin. Seven Hills denies Western Hills’ challenge

Cin. Seven Hills eventually beat Western Hills 58-48 on Dec. 28 in Kentucky boys high school basketball.

St. Xavier (OH) thwarts Loyola’s quest

St. Xavier (OH) grabbed a 49-37 victory at the expense of Loyola on Dec. 28 in Maryland boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 20, St. Xavier (OH) faced off against Walton-Verona.

Circleville earns stressful win over Ashville Teays Valley

Circleville topped Ashville Teays Valley 48-44 in a tough tilt on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Ashville Teays Valley and Circleville played in a 47-44 game on Feb. 3, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Circleville faced off against Chillicothe Unioto and Ashville Teays Valley took on Canal Winchester on Dec. 20 at Teays Valley High School.

Circleville Logan Elm darts by Williamsport Westfall

Circleville Logan Elm handled Williamsport Westfall 63-33 in an impressive showing at Logan Elm High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Williamsport Westfall and Circleville Logan Elm faced off on Dec. 5, 2023 at Westfall High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Circleville Logan Elm faced off against Lancaster Fairfield Union and Williamsport Westfall took on Lancaster Fisher Cath. on Dec. 21 at Westfall High School.

Cle. Glenville secures a win over Cle. Cent. Cath.

Cle. Glenville handed Cle. Cent. Cath. a tough 54-40 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

The first quarter gave Cle. Glenville a 14-8 lead over Cle. Cent. Cath.

Momentum turned in the second quarter as the Ironmen climbed back to within 22-17.

Cle. Glenville stormed to a 39-23 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Ironmen outpointed the Tarblooders 17-15 in the final quarter, but it was not enough to close the gap.

Recently on Dec. 22, Cle. Cent. Cath. squared off with Maple Hts. in a basketball game.

Cle. Hts. Lutheran E. overwhelms Chardon NDCL

Cle. Hts. Lutheran E. left no doubt on Saturday, controlling Chardon NDCL from start to finish for a 58-34 victory in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Last season, Cle. Hts. Lutheran E. and Chardon NDCL faced off on Jan. 3, 2024 at Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School.

In recent action on Dec. 22, Cle. Hts. Lutheran E. faced off against Warrensville Hts. and Chardon NDCL took on Gates Mills Gilmour on Dec. 23 at Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School.

Coldwater darts by Wapakoneta

Coldwater raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 68-48 win over Wapakoneta in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Coldwater faced off against Russia and Wapakoneta took on Day. Dunbar on Dec. 21 at Wapakoneta High School.

Columbiana overcomes Brooke

Columbiana collected a solid win over Brooke in a 51-41 verdict during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Recently on Dec. 20, Columbiana squared off with Salineville Southern in a basketball game.

Heartland Christian earns stressful win over Hanoverton United

Heartland Christian finally found a way to top Hanoverton United 84-76 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Last season, Heartland Christian and Hanoverton United squared off on Dec. 21, 2023 at Heartland Christian High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Hanoverton United faced off against Minerva and Heartland Christian took on Youngs. Valley Christian on Dec. 23 at Heartland Christian High School.

Cols. Hamilton Twp. secures a win over Cols. Bexley

Cols. Hamilton Twp. handed Cols. Bexley a tough 60-41 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Cols. Bexley and Cols. Hamilton Twp. faced off on Feb. 27, 2024 at Hamilton Township High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Cols. Bexley faced off against Cols. St. Charles and Cols. Hamilton Twp. took on London on Dec. 23 at Hamilton Township High School.

Cols. Horizon rides to cruise-control win over Utica

Cols. Horizon dismissed Utica by a 46-20 count at Utica High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Utica and Cols. Horizon played in a 58-54 game on Dec. 30, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Utica faced off against Johnstown and Cols. Horizon took on Cols. Wellington on Dec. 23 at Wellington High School.

Cols. Patriot Prep pockets slim win over Malvern

Cols. Patriot Prep posted a narrow 58-56 win over Malvern during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Cols. Patriot Prep moved in front of Malvern 13-11 to begin the second quarter.

The Eagles registered a 27-23 advantage at intermission over the Hornets.

Cols. Patriot Prep moved to a 46-32 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Eagles maintained the upper hand despite being outscored 24-12 in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Malvern faced off against E. Can. and Cols. Patriot Prep took on Granville Christian on Dec. 21 at Granville Christian Academy.

Cols. Walnut Ridge carves slim margin over Groveport-Madison

Cols. Walnut Ridge finally found a way to top Groveport-Madison 72-67 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Walnut Ridge High on Dec. 28.

Cols. Walnut Ridge opened with a 24-17 advantage over Groveport-Madison through the first quarter.

The Scots registered a 40-32 advantage at halftime over the Cruisers.

The tables turned a bit in the third quarter when Groveport-Madison got within 54-53.

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

In recent action on Dec. 21, Cols. Walnut Ridge faced off against Marysville and Groveport-Madison took on Ashville Teays Valley on Dec. 17 at Teays Valley High School.

Copley dominates Green

Copley dominated from start to finish in an imposing 64-40 win over Green in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Copley darted in front of Green 18-9 to begin the second quarter.

The Indians opened a small 30-18 gap over the Bulldogs at the half.

Green showed its spirit while rallying to within 47-36 in the third quarter.

The Indians held on with a 17-4 scoring edge in the final quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Green faced off against Uniontown Lake and Copley took on Akr. Firestone on Dec. 21 at Copley High School.

Coshocton overcomes W. Lafayette Ridgewood

Coshocton handed W. Lafayette Ridgewood a tough 75-59 loss on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Coshocton and W. Lafayette Ridgewood squared off on Dec. 27, 2023 at Ridgewood High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Coshocton faced off against Martins Ferry and W. Lafayette Ridgewood took on Millersport on Dec. 21 at Ridgewood High School.

Dalton collects victory over Our Lady Of Sacred Heart

Dalton knocked off Our Lady Of Sacred Heart 52-41 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Dec. 20, Dalton squared off with Creston Norwayne in a basketball game.

Day. Chaminade Julienne prevails over Cle. E. Tech

Day. Chaminade Julienne controlled the action to earn an impressive 70-48 win against Cle. E. Tech in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Day. Chaminade Julienne faced off against Cols. DeSales and Cle. E. Tech took on Beachwood on Dec. 21 at Beachwood High School.

Day. Oakwood tops Washington C.H.

Day. Oakwood knocked off Washington C.H. 55-44 at Washington High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Washington C.H. faced off against Chillicothe and Day. Oakwood took on Waynesville on Dec. 20 at Waynesville High School.

Defiance Ayersville defeats Holgate

Defiance Ayersville dismissed Holgate by a 49-28 count during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Last time Holgate and Defiance Ayersville played in a 48-41 game on Feb. 28, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Holgate faced off against Hicksville and Defiance Ayersville took on Ft. Jennings on Dec. 20 at Ayersville.

Hayes races in front to defeat Mt. Vernon

Hayes left no doubt in recording a 64-37 win over Mt. Vernon on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Hayes thundered in front of Mt. Vernon 31-8 to begin the second quarter.

The Pacers registered a 46-20 advantage at intermission over the Yellow Jackets.

Mt. Vernon didn’t give up, slicing the gap to 57-33 in the third quarter.

The Pacers got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 7-4 edge.

Last season, Hayes and Mt. Vernon faced off on Dec. 27, 2023 at Mount Vernon High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Hayes faced off against Westerville S. and Mt. Vernon took on Pataskala Watkins Memorial on Dec. 20 at Watkins Memorial High School.

Delphos St. John’s delivers statement win over Pettisville

Delphos St. John’s controlled the action to earn an impressive 80-49 win against Pettisville in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Delphos St John’s faced off against Lima Bath and Pettisville took on Bryan on Dec. 19 at Bryan High School.

Maumee comes up short in matchup with Delta

Delta handed Maumee a tough 59-49 loss in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Delta faced off against Genoa and Maumee took on Oak Harbor on Dec. 19 at Oak Harbor High School.

Dola Hardin Northern denies McComb’s challenge

Dola Hardin Northern collected a solid win over McComb in a 52-39 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, McComb and Dola Hardin Northern faced off on Dec. 27, 2023 at Hardin Northern High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, McComb faced off against Miller City and Dola Hardin Northern took on Arcadia on Dec. 21 at Hardin Northern High School.

Eastlake North exhales after close call with Kirtland

Eastlake North posted a narrow 59-56 win over Kirtland in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Neither team dominated early as the two squads struggled evenly to an 18-18 tie through the first quarter.

The Rangers’ offense moved in front for a 33-31 lead over the Hornets at the half.

Eastlake North moved to a 48-40 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Hornets managed a 16-11 rally in the fourth quarter, yet the die was already cast.

Last time Kirtland and Eastlake North played in a 52-49 game on Jan. 13, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 18, Eastlake North faced off against Beachwood and Kirtland took on Chesterland W. Geauga on Dec. 23 at Kirtland High School.

Edgerton survives for narrow win over Edon

Edgerton posted a narrow 47-41 win over Edon on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last time Edgerton and Edon played in a 46-42 game on Jan. 27, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Edgerton faced off against Continental and Edon took on Eastside on Dec. 21 at Eastside High School.

Elida posts win at New Bremen’s expense

Elida collected a solid win over New Bremen in a 70-53 verdict on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Last season, Elida and New Bremen faced off on Dec. 29, 2023 at New Bremen High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Elida faced off against Lima Perry and New Bremen took on Anna on Dec. 21 at Anna High School.

Elyria tacks win on Youngs. Mooney

Elyria handled Youngs. Mooney 87-66 in an impressive showing during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Youngs. Mooney faced off against Austintown-Fitch and Elyria took on Bay (OH) on Dec. 14 at Bay (OH).

Ft. Jennings sets early tone to dominate Leipsic

Ft. Jennings controlled the scoreboard and the game in a strong 62-43 victory over Leipsic in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Ft. Jennings and Leipsic faced off on Feb. 22, 2024 at Leipsic High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Ft. Jennings faced off against Van Wert Lincolnview and Leipsic took on Pandora-Gilboa on Dec. 20 at Leipsic High School.

Ft. Loramie tops Jackson Center

Ft. Loramie’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Jackson Center 61-13 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Last season, Jackson Center and Ft. Loramie squared off on Jan. 26, 2024 at Jackson Center High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Jackson Center faced off against Lewistown Indian Lake and Ft. Loramie took on Versailles on Dec. 21 at Fort Loramie High School.

Fostoria holds off Bascom Hopewell-Loudon

Fostoria topped Bascom Hopewell-Loudon 22-16 in a tough tilt on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Fostoria and Bascom Hopewell-Loudon faced off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Hopewell-Loudon Local High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Fostoria faced off against Pemberville Eastwood and Bascom Hopewell-Loudon took on Kansas Lakota on Dec. 21 at Lakota High School.

Fremont Ross pockets slim win over Tiffin Columbian

Fremont Ross posted a narrow 60-51 win over Tiffin Columbian at Fremont Ross High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Tiffin Columbian and Fremont Ross faced off on Dec. 9, 2023 at Columbian High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Fremont Ross faced off against Bellevue and Tiffin Columbian took on Findlay on Dec. 21 at Columbian High School.

Garrettsville Garfield routs Atwater Waterloo

Garrettsville Garfield dismissed Atwater Waterloo by a 78-32 count on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Atwater Waterloo and Garrettsville Garfield squared off on Dec. 8, 2023 at James A. Garfield High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Atwater Waterloo faced off against McDonald and Garrettsville Garfield took on Rootstown on Dec. 23 at Rootstown High School.

Genoa claims victory against Wauseon

Genoa grabbed a 56-39 victory at the expense of Wauseon for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Last time Genoa and Wauseon played in a 55-51 game on Dec. 29, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Genoa faced off against Delta and Wauseon took on Defiance Tinora on Dec. 20 at Wauseon High School.

Greenfield McClain prevails over Frankfort Adena

Greenfield McClain rolled past Frankfort Adena for a comfortable 59-36 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Last season, Frankfort Adena and Greenfield McClain squared off on Dec. 27, 2023 at McClain High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Frankfort Adena faced off against Piketon and Greenfield McClain took on Jackson on Dec. 17 at Jackson High School.

Grove City barely beats Cols. DeSales

Grove City posted a narrow 55-48 win over Cols. DeSales on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Grove City and Cols. DeSales faced off on Dec. 12, 2023 at Saint Francis DeSales High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Grove City faced off against Pickerington N. and Cols. DeSales took on Day. Chaminade Julienne on Dec. 21 at Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School.

Hamler Patrick Henry thwarts Columbus Grove’s quest

Hamler Patrick Henry eventually beat Columbus Grove 68-53 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Patrick Henry High on Dec. 28.

Last season, Columbus Grove and Hamler Patrick Henry faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Columbus Grove High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Hamler Patrick Henry faced off against Kalida and Columbus Grove took on Convoy Crestview on Dec. 20 at Crestview High School.

Hartville Lake Center Christian sprints past Doylestown Chippewa

Hartville Lake Center Christian knocked off Doylestown Chippewa 56-43 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Doylestown Chippewa faced off against Smithville.

Hebron Lakewood routs Columbus International

Hebron Lakewood controlled the action to earn an impressive 48-27 win against Columbus International for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Hebron Lakewood faced off against Philo and Columbus International took on Cols. Mifflin on Dec. 20 at Columbus North International High School.

Hillsboro edges past Seaman N. Adams in tough test

Hillsboro finally found a way to top Seaman N. Adams 60-59 at North Adams High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Seaman N. Adams faced off against Williamsburg and Hillsboro took on Jackson on Dec. 20 at Hillsboro High School.

Houston claims tight victory against Covington

Houston finally found a way to top Covington 62-56 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Covington faced off against Sidney Lehman and Houston took on Minster on Dec. 21 at Houston High School.

St. Francis Episcopal Day overcomes Louisville

St. Francis Episcopal Day pushed past Louisville for a 70-52 win on Dec. 28 in Texas boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Louisville faced off against Westerville N..

Huber Hts. Wayne tops Dublin Coffman

Huber Hts. Wayne dominated from start to finish in an imposing 62-42 win over Dublin Coffman on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Huber Hts. Wayne moved in front of Dublin Coffman 14-11 to begin the second quarter.

The Warriors registered a 25-17 advantage at intermission over the Shamrocks.

Huber Hts. Wayne pulled to a 44-24 lead heading into the final quarter.

Both teams scored evenly in the fourth quarter to make it 62-42.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Dublin Coffman faced off against Dublin Scioto and Huber Hts. Wayne took on Centerville on Dec. 20 at Wayne High School.

Huron earns stressful win over Milan Edison

Huron topped Milan Edison 41-40 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Milan Edison faced off against Vermilion and Huron took on Willard on Dec. 21 at Huron High School.

Indpls Cathedral dominates Cin. Princeton

Indpls Cathedral unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off Cin. Princeton 75-50 Saturday during this Indiana boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cin. Princeton faced off against Lou. Trinity.

Ironton delivers statement win over Gallipolis Gallia

Ironton dismissed Gallipolis Gallia by a 73-35 count for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Ironton High on Dec. 28.

Last season, Ironton and Gallipolis Gallia squared off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Ironton High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Ironton faced off against Greenup Co. and Gallipolis Gallia took on Ironton Rock Hill on Dec. 19 at Gallia Academy.

Jackson tacks win on Akr. Firestone

Jackson controlled the action to earn an impressive 87-40 win against Akr. Firestone in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Akr. Firestone faced off against Copley and Jackson took on Hillsboro on Dec. 20 at Hillsboro High School.

Providence earns narrow win over Cuyahoga Falls CVCA

Providence finally found a way to top Cuyahoga Falls CVCA 49-45 on Dec. 28 in Florida boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Cuyahoga Falls CVCA faced off against Parma Hts. Holy Name.

Kalida outlasts Pandora-Gilboa

Kalida eventually beat Pandora-Gilboa 50-31 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Last season, Pandora-Gilboa and Kalida faced off on Dec. 12, 2023 at Pandora-Gilboa High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Kalida faced off against Convoy Crestview and Pandora-Gilboa took on McGuffey Upper Scioto Valley on Dec. 21 at Upper Scioto Valley High School.

Kettering Alter dominates Bishop England in convincing showing

Kettering Alter handled Bishop England 94-34 in an impressive showing for a South Carolina boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Kettering Alter faced off against Kettering Fairmont.

Poinciana (FL) exhales after close call with Galloway Westland

Poinciana (FL) topped Galloway Westland 58-52 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Galloway Westland faced off against Spring Valley.

Lancaster Fairfield Union secures a win over Thornville Sheridan

Lancaster Fairfield Union knocked off Thornville Sheridan 68-56 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last season, Thornville Sheridan and Lancaster Fairfield Union faced off on Dec. 29, 2023 at Sheridan High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Lancaster Fairfield Union faced off against Circleville Logan Elm and Thornville Sheridan took on Athens on Dec. 21 at Athens High School.

Latham Western squeezes past Chillicothe Huntington

Latham Western finally found a way to top Chillicothe Huntington 63-60 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Latham Western moved in front of Chillicothe Huntington 21-15 to begin the second quarter.

The Indians’ offense darted in front for a 32-26 lead over the Huntsmen at the intermission.

Chillicothe Huntington took the lead 46-37 to start the fourth quarter.

The Indians rebounded from a late deficit, outscoring the Huntsmen 26-14 in the last stanza for the victory.

Last time Latham Western and Chillicothe Huntington played in a 65-59 game on Dec. 2, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Latham Western faced off against Waverly and Chillicothe Huntington took on Bainbridge Paint Valley on Dec. 20 at Paint Valley High School.

Shaker slips past Powell Olentangy Liberty

Shaker topped Powell Olentangy Liberty 60-54 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Leesburg Fairfield delivers statement win over Lees Creek E. Clinton

Leesburg Fairfield dominated from start to finish in an imposing 67-31 win over Lees Creek E. Clinton for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Fairfield Local High on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Leesburg Fairfield faced off against Bainbridge Paint Valley and Lees Creek E. Clinton took on Bethel-Tate on Dec. 13 at East Clinton High School.

Lewis Center Olentangy crushes Lancaster

Lewis Center Olentangy dominated from start to finish in an imposing 69-45 win over Lancaster for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Lancaster High on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Lancaster faced off against Logan and Lewis Center Olentangy took on Hilliard Darby on Dec. 20 at Hilliard Darby High School.

Lexington darts by Shelby

Lexington rolled past Shelby for a comfortable 73-53 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Shelby High on Dec. 28.

Last season, Shelby and Lexington faced off on March 9, 2024 at Shelby High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Shelby faced off against Norwalk and Lexington took on Ontario on Dec. 21 at Ontario High School.

Liberty Twp. Lakota E. claims victory against Westerville Cent.

Liberty Twp. Lakota E. eventually beat Westerville Cent. 62-51 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Liberty Twp. Lakota E. opened with a 14-9 advantage over Westerville Cent. through the first quarter.

The Thunderhawks fought to a 24-19 halftime margin at the Warhawks’ expense.

Westerville Cent. tried to dig out of the hole by climbing within 40-36 in the third quarter.

The Thunderhawks got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 22-15 edge.

Recently on Dec. 20, Liberty Twp. Lakota E. squared off with Hamilton in a basketball game.

Lima secures a win over Tol. Cent. Cath.

Lima knocked off Tol. Cent. Cath. 76-62 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Lima faced off against Tol. Scott and Tol. Cent. Cath. took on Solon on Dec. 21 at Central Catholic High School.

Ottawa-Glandorf comes up short in matchup with Lima Cent. Cath.

Lima Cent. Cath. knocked off Ottawa-Glandorf 53-39 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Ottawa-Glandorf showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 11-10 advantage over Lima Cent. Cath. as the first quarter ended.

The Thunderbirds’ shooting moved in front for a 26-22 lead over the Titans at the half.

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

The Thunderbirds held on with a 19-9 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.

Last season, Lima Cent. Cath. and Ottawa-Glandorf squared off on Dec. 30, 2023 at Lima Central Catholic High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Ottawa-Glandorf faced off against Spencerville and Lima Cent. Cath. took on Van Wert on Dec. 21 at Van Wert High School.

Lisbon David Anderson holds off Tuscarawas Cent. Cath.

Lisbon David Anderson finally found a way to top Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. 56-53 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Tuscarawas Cent. Cath. faced off against Bowerston Conotton Valley and Lisbon David Anderson took on Wellsville on Dec. 13 at Wellsville High School.

Lodi Cloverleaf collects victory over Medina Christian Academy

Lodi Cloverleaf eventually beat Medina Christian Academy 74-58 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 19, Lodi Cloverleaf faced off against Peninsula Woodridge and Medina Christian Academy took on Kidron Cent. Christian on Dec. 17 at Medina Christian Academy.

Lorain Clearview claims tight victory against Grafton Midview

Lorain Clearview finally found a way to top Grafton Midview 58-51 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

The start wasn’t the problem for Grafton Midview, as it began with a 17-12 edge over Lorain Clearview through the end of the first quarter.

The Clippers kept a 29-25 intermission margin at the Middies’ expense.

Lorain Clearview darted to a 41-31 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Middies rallied with a 20-17 advantage in the fourth quarter. However, the Clippers prevailed.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Lorain Clearview faced off against Oberlin.

Lou. Jeffersontown edges past Cin. McNicholas in tough test

Lou. Jeffersontown posted a narrow 62-56 win over Cin. McNicholas at Jeffersontown High on Dec. 28 in Kentucky boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Dec. 21, Cin. McNicholas squared off with Purcell Marian in a basketball game.

Loveland outlasts Burnsville Mountain Heritage

Loveland eventually beat Burnsville Mountain Heritage 57-46 for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Loveland High on Dec. 28.

Recently on Dec. 17, Loveland squared off with Milford (OH) in a basketball game.

Maria Stein Marion Local overcomes deficit to defeat Ft. Recovery

Maria Stein Marion Local trailed at the end of the first quarter before rallying for a 64-43 win over Ft. Recovery on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Last time Maria Stein Marion Local and Ft. Recovery played in a 63-47 game on Jan. 26, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Maria Stein Marion Local faced off against Celina and Ft. Recovery took on Ansonia on Dec. 21 at Fort Recovery High School.

Marietta tops Wheeling Park

Marietta rolled past Wheeling Park for a comfortable 69-38 victory for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Marietta High on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Marietta faced off against Barnesville.

Marion Harding high school exhales after close call with Harbor Creek

Marion Harding high school posted a narrow 54-49 win over Harbor Creek in Pennsylvania boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Marion Harding High School faced off against Ontario.

Marion Harding high school edges past Seneca in tough test

Marion Harding high school topped Seneca 54-49 in a tough tilt for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Marion Harding on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Marion Harding High School faced off against Ontario.

Kinsman Badger comes up short in matchup with McDonald

McDonald collected a solid win over Kinsman Badger in a 63-46 verdict in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Last season, Kinsman Badger and McDonald squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Badger High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, McDonald faced off against Atwater Waterloo and Kinsman Badger took on Campbell Memorial on Dec. 23 at Memorial High School.

Medina Buckeye overcomes N. Ridgeville

Medina Buckeye pushed past N. Ridgeville for a 77-65 win at North Ridgeville High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 21, N. Ridgeville faced off against Westlake and Medina Buckeye took on Medina on Dec. 21 at Medina High School.

Mentor survives for narrow win over Abington Heights

Mentor posted a narrow 72-64 win over Abington Heights for a Pennsylvania boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Mentor faced off against Shaker Hts..

Middletown slips past Marshfield

Middletown topped Marshfield 46-42 in a tough tilt at Marshfield High on Dec. 28 in Wisconsin boys high school basketball action.

Recently on Dec. 13, Middletown squared off with Liberty Twp. Lakota E. in a basketball game.

St. Georges Tech narrowly defeats Lebanon

St. Georges Tech knocked off Lebanon 57-47 in a Delaware boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Lebanon faced off against Cin. West Clermont.

Miller City tops Paulding

Miller City knocked off Paulding 55-45 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Last time Miller City and Paulding played in a 56-46 game on Feb. 22, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Paulding faced off against Ottoville and Miller City took on Tol. Christian on Dec. 23 at Toledo Christian School.

Millersport claims victory against Liberty Christian Academy

Millersport notched a win against Liberty Christian Academy 63-47 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Liberty Christian Academy and Millersport squared off on Dec. 22, 2023 at Millersport High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Millersport faced off against W. Lafayette Ridgewood and Liberty Christian Academy took on New Hope Christian on Dec. 20 at New Hope Christian Academy.

Minster bests Anna

Minster earned a convincing 69-46 win over Anna for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Minster High on Dec. 28.

Last time Minster and Anna played in a 57-49 game on Dec. 30, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Minster faced off against Houston and Anna took on New Knoxville on Dec. 23 at New Knoxville High School.

Monroeville posts win at Collins Western Reserve’s expense

Monroeville handed Collins Western Reserve a tough 51-41 loss in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Collins Western Reserve faced off against Greenwich S. Cent. and Monroeville took on Castalia Margaretta on Dec. 14 at Margaretta High School.

Morrow Little Miami overpowers Lynn Camp in thorough fashion

Morrow Little Miami controlled the action to earn an impressive 65-21 win against Lynn Camp in a Kentucky boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Morrow Little Miami faced off against Monroe.

Mountain Brook claims victory against Cin. Indian Hill

Mountain Brook handed Cin. Indian Hill a tough 62-43 loss in Alabama boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Mt. Blanchard Riverdale squeezes past Bucyrus Wynford

Mt. Blanchard Riverdale finally found a way to top Bucyrus Wynford 58-51 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Mt. Blanchard Riverdale opened with a 13-10 advantage over Bucyrus Wynford through the first quarter.

The Falcons fought to a 25-18 intermission margin at the Royals’ expense.

Bucyrus Wynford showed its teeth in the third quarter by rallying to within 36-34.

The Falcons got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 22-17 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 19, Mt. Blanchard Riverdale faced off against Sycamore Mohawk and Bucyrus Wynford took on Attica Seneca E. on Dec. 21 at Wynford High School.

Mt. Orab Western Brown sprints past Georgetown

Mt. Orab Western Brown knocked off Georgetown 76-65 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 13, Mt. Orab Western Brown faced off against New Richmond.

Mt. Victory Ridgemont posts win at Mt. Gilead’s expense

Mt. Victory Ridgemont handed Mt. Gilead a tough 85-72 loss for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Last season, Mt. Victory Ridgemont and Mt Gilead squared off on Jan. 31, 2024 at Mount Gilead High School.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Mt. Victory Ridgemont faced off against Richwood N. Union and Mt Gilead took on Loudonville on Dec. 21 at Mount Gilead High School.

Napoleon grinds out close victory over Liberty Center

Napoleon posted a narrow 52-51 win over Liberty Center on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Napoleon faced off against Tol. Whitmer and Liberty Center took on Defiance Tinora on Dec. 21 at Tinora High School.

New Carlisle Tecumseh delivers statement win over Spring. Greenon

New Carlisle Tecumseh earned a convincing 70-44 win over Spring. Greenon during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Last season, New Carlisle Tecumseh and Spring. Greenon faced off on Dec. 29, 2023 at Tecumseh High School.

Recently on Dec. 17, New Carlisle Tecumseh squared off with Spring. Shawnee in a basketball game.

New Concord John Glenn rally stops Cambridge

New Concord John Glenn overcame a first-quarter deficit in a 76-53 win over Cambridge during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Cambridge started on steady ground by forging a 15-9 lead over New Concord John Glenn at the end of the first quarter.

The Little Muskies’ shooting darted in front for a 34-24 lead over the Bobcats at the half.

New Concord John Glenn steamrolled to a 62-41 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Little Muskies got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 14-12 edge.

Last season, New Concord John Glenn and Cambridge squared off on Dec. 30, 2023 at Cambridge High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, New Concord John Glenn faced off against McConnelsville Morgan and Cambridge took on St Clairsville on Dec. 23 at Saint Clairsville High School.

New Knoxville collects victory over Lima Temple Christian

New Knoxville grabbed a 49-37 victory at the expense of Lima Temple Christian in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Last season, Lima Temple Christian and New Knoxville faced off on Dec. 22, 2023 at New Knoxville High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Lima Temple Christian faced off against Lima Perry and New Knoxville took on Anna on Dec. 23 at New Knoxville High School.

Cle. Hay lets lead slip away in New Lexington’s victory

New Lexington fought back from a slow start and rolled to 65-40 win over Cle. Hay at John Hay High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

The start wasn’t the problem for Cle. Hay, as it began with a 13-10 edge over New Lexington through the end of the first quarter.

The Panthers kept a 24-23 intermission margin at the Hornets’ expense.

New Lexington stormed to a 52-30 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Panthers got the better of the fourth-quarter scoring, finishing the game in style with a 13-10 edge.

In recent action on Dec. 14, Cle. Hay faced off against Cle. Benedictine and New Lexington took on Cols. Bishop Watterson on Dec. 21 at New Lexington High School.

N. Robinson Col. Crawford takes down Cardington-Lincoln

N. Robinson Col. Crawford earned a convincing 60-36 win over Cardington-Lincoln in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last time N. Robinson Col. Crawford and Cardington-Lincoln played in a 61-57 game on Dec. 19, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 21, N. Robinson Col. Crawford faced off against Lucas and Cardington-Lincoln took on Sparta Highland on Dec. 23 at Highland High School.

Olmsted Falls prevails over Orange

It was a tough night for Orange which was overmatched by Olmsted Falls in this 71-47 verdict.

Recently on Dec. 21, Orange squared off with Painesville Harvey in a basketball game.

Orwell Grand Valley delivers statement win over Conneaut

Orwell Grand Valley earned a convincing 78-49 win over Conneaut in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last time Orwell Grand Valley and Conneaut played in a 83-57 game on Dec. 29, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Conneaut faced off against Youngs. Liberty and Orwell Grand Valley took on Southington Chalker on Dec. 20 at Chalker High School.

Ottoville grinds out close victory over Van Wert

Ottoville finally found a way to top Van Wert 45-44 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Ottoville and Van Wert faced off on Dec. 30, 2023 at Van Wert High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Ottoville faced off against Paulding and Van Wert took on Lima Cent. Cath. on Dec. 21 at Van Wert High School.

Perry squeezes past Geneva

Perry topped Geneva 60-52 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last time Perry and Geneva played in a 56-43 game on Feb. 6, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Geneva faced off against Jefferson Area and Perry took on Chagrin Falls on Dec. 21 at Perry High School.

Perrysburg holds off Findlay Liberty-Benton

Perrysburg posted a narrow 69-62 win over Findlay Liberty-Benton in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Last season, Perrysburg and Findlay Liberty-Benton squared off on Dec. 29, 2023 at Liberty-Benton High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Findlay Liberty-Benton faced off against Vanlue and Perrysburg took on Sylvania Northview on Dec. 20 at Perrysburg High School.

Shekinah Christian survives for narrow win over W. Jefferson

Shekinah Christian posted a narrow 54-49 win over W. Jefferson in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Shekinah Christian and W. Jefferson squared off on Jan. 13, 2024 at West Jefferson High School.

In recent action on Dec. 17, Shekinah Christian faced off against Groveport Madison Christian and W. Jefferson took on Milford Center Fairbanks on Dec. 20 at Fairbanks High School.

Newton Local overwhelms N. Lewisburg Triad

Newton Local unleashed a high-powered offensive show to knock off N. Lewisburg Triad 58-31 Saturday on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 13, N. Lewisburg Triad faced off against W. Jefferson and Newton Local took on New Madison Tri-Village on Dec. 17 at Tri-Village High School.

Pomeroy Meigs outlasts Jackson

Pomeroy Meigs pushed past Jackson for a 79-66 win in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Last season, Jackson and Pomeroy Meigs faced off on Feb. 6, 2024 at Jackson High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Pomeroy Meigs faced off against Belpre and Jackson took on Hillsboro on Dec. 20 at Hillsboro High School.

Port Clinton exhales after close call with Willard

Port Clinton topped Willard 52-46 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Port Clinton faced off against Castalia Margaretta and Willard took on Huron on Dec. 21 at Huron High School.

Prestonsburg overcomes Cin. Shroder in seat-squirming affair

Prestonsburg finally found a way to top Cin. Shroder 74-68 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Recently on Dec. 17, Cin. Shroder squared off with Cin. DePaul Cristo Rey in a basketball game.

Ravenna SE pockets slim win over Rootstown

Ravenna SE finally found a way to top Rootstown 57-55 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Last season, Rootstown and Ravenna SE faced off on Feb. 9, 2024 at Rootstown High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Ravenna SE faced off against Mogadore and Rootstown took on Garrettsville Garfield on Dec. 23 at Rootstown High School.

Rockford Parkway claims tight victory against Cols. Grandview Hts.

Rockford Parkway posted a narrow 47-43 win over Cols. Grandview Hts. in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Last time Rockford Parkway and Cols. Grandview Hts. played in a 45-13 game on Dec. 28, 2023.

In recent action on Dec. 19, Cols. Grandview Hts. faced off against Whitehall-Yearling and Rockford Parkway took on Botkins on Dec. 21 at Parkway High School.

Rocky River Lutheran W. holds off Westerville S.

Rocky River Lutheran W. finally found a way to top Westerville S. 64-57 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

The first quarter gave Rocky River Lutheran W. a 20-12 lead over Westerville S.

The Longhorns registered a 34-22 advantage at intermission over the Wildcats.

Rocky River Lutheran W. stormed to a 48-28 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Longhorns maintained the upper hand despite being outscored 29-16 in the fourth quarter.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Westerville S. faced off against Hayes and Rocky River Lutheran W. took on Akr. Hoban on Dec. 20 at Archbishop Hoban High School.

Russia overpowers Troy Christian in thorough fashion

Russia’s powerful offense dominated to a resounding victory by pulling away from Troy Christian 72-46 in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Last season, Russia and Troy Christian squared off on March 15, 2024 at Troy Christian High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Russia faced off against Coldwater and Troy Christian took on Day. Northridge on Dec. 20 at Troy Christian High School.

Sandusky escapes close call with Lyndhurst Brush

Sandusky finally found a way to top Lyndhurst Brush 51-49 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Sandusky faced off against Sandusky Perkins and Lyndhurst Brush took on Euclid on Dec. 21 at Brush High School.

Sarahsville Shenandoah earns stressful win over McConnelsville Morgan

Sarahsville Shenandoah finally found a way to top McConnelsville Morgan 53-51 at Morgan High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 20, McConnelsville Morgan faced off against New Concord John Glenn and Sarahsville Shenandoah took on Woodsfield Monroe Cent. on Dec. 17 at Monroe Central High School.

Sheffield Brookside crushes Elyria Open Door

Sheffield Brookside controlled the action to earn an impressive 84-52 win against Elyria Open Door in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Sheffield Brookside faced off against Wellington and Elyria Open Door took on Oberlin Firelands on Dec. 23 at Firelands High School.

Sidney Lehman overwhelms Union City Mississinawa Valley

Sidney Lehman recorded a big victory over Union City Mississinawa Valley 61-35 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Sidney Lehman and Union City Mississinawa Valley faced off on Jan. 9, 2024 at Mississinawa Valley High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Sidney Lehman faced off against St. Paris Graham and Union City Mississinawa Valley took on New Paris National Trail on Dec. 17 at Mississinawa Valley High School.

Spring. Shawnee barely beats S. Charleston SE

Spring. Shawnee posted a narrow 39-35 win over S. Charleston SE on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Spring. Shawnee opened with a 10-9 advantage over S. Charleston SE through the first quarter.

The Braves’ shooting moved in front for a 20-16 lead over the Trojans at the intermission.

Spring. Shawnee jumped to a 28-22 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Braves chalked up this decision in spite of the Trojans’ spirited fourth-quarter performance.

Last time Spring. Shawnee and S. Charleston SE played in a 43-40 game on Dec. 29, 2023.

Recently on Dec. 23, Spring. Shawnee squared off with Spring. Kenton Ridge in a basketball game.

St. Clairsville posts win at Smithville’s expense

St. Clairsville eventually beat Smithville 70-59 during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Smithville faced off against Newcomerstown and St Clairsville took on Cambridge on Dec. 23 at Saint Clairsville High School.

Steubenville Cath. Cent. outlasts Oak Glen

Steubenville Cath. Cent. grabbed a 55-41 victory at the expense of Oak Glen in West Virginia boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

Steubenville Cath. Cent. opened with a 13-9 advantage over Oak Glen through the first quarter.

The Golden Bears had a 24-23 edge on the Crusaders at the beginning of the third quarter.

Steubenville Cath. Cent. broke in front at the beginning of the final quarter with a 44-30 lead over Oak Glen.

Neither team could gain any advantage in the final quarter.

Last season, Steubenville Cath. Cent. and Oak Glen squared off on Jan. 20, 2024 at Catholic Central High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Oak Glen faced off against Wellsville and Steubenville Cath. Cent. took on Caldwell on Dec. 14 at Catholic Central High School.

Streetsboro earns narrow win over Aurora

Streetsboro topped Aurora 48-42 in a tough tilt during this Ohio boys high school basketball game on Dec. 28.

Last time Aurora and Streetsboro played in a 56-35 game on Jan. 30, 2024.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Streetsboro faced off against Chagrin Falls Kenston and Aurora took on Barberton on Dec. 17 at Barberton High School.

Sullivan Black River earns stressful win over West Salem Northwestern

Sullivan Black River topped West Salem Northwestern 60-55 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball action on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Sullivan Black River faced off against Plymouth and West Salem Northwestern took on Rittman on Dec. 20 at Northwestern High School.

Ashley Ridge slips past Worthington Kilbourne

Ashley Ridge finally found a way to top Worthington Kilbourne 55-47 in South Carolina boys basketball on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Worthington Kilbourne faced off against Sunbury Big Walnut.

Swanton claims victory against Tol. Ottawa Hills

Swanton notched a win against Tol. Ottawa Hills 66-52 in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Last season, Swanton and Tol. Ottawa Hills squared off on Jan. 16, 2024 at Ottawa Hills High School.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Swanton faced off against Pioneer N. Central and Tol. Ottawa Hills took on Tol. Christian on Dec. 21 at Toledo Christian School.

Sycamore Mohawk routs Gibsonburg

Sycamore Mohawk dismissed Gibsonburg by a 65-24 count for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Mohawk High on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Sycamore Mohawk faced off against Upper Sandusky and Gibsonburg took on Kansas Lakota on Dec. 19 at Gibsonburg High School.

Tallmadge dominates Peninsula Woodridge

Tallmadge earned a convincing 83-51 win over Peninsula Woodridge on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Tallmadge faced off against Youngs. Boardman and Peninsula Woodridge took on Lodi Cloverleaf on Dec. 19 at Cloverleaf High School.

Tol. Rogers squeezes past Sylvania Southview

Tol. Rogers topped Sylvania Southview 46-40 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Sylvania Southview faced off against Oregon Clay and Tol. Rogers took on Oregon Stritch on Dec. 23 at Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School.

Van Buren overwhelms Cory-Rawson

Van Buren earned a convincing 73-34 win over Cory-Rawson in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Last season, Van Buren and Cory-Rawson squared off on Feb. 17, 2024 at Cory-Rawson High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Van Buren faced off against Arlington and Cory-Rawson took on Ada on Dec. 21 at Ada High School.

Versailles thwarts Tipp City Tippecanoe’s quest

Versailles knocked off Tipp City Tippecanoe 64-45 at Tippecanoe High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

Versailles opened with a 14-13 advantage over Tipp City Tippecanoe through the first quarter.

The Tigers registered a 32-27 advantage at intermission over the Red Devils.

Versailles jumped to a 46-27 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

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

In recent action on Dec. 20, Tipp City Tippecanoe faced off against Fairborn and Versailles took on Lewistown Indian Lake on Dec. 23 at Indian Lake High School.

Vincent Warren claims tight victory against Proctorville Fairland

Vincent Warren finally found a way to top Proctorville Fairland 55-46 on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

Recently on Dec. 20, Proctorville Fairland squared off with Russell in a basketball game.

Warsaw River View earns solid win over Day. Northridge

Warsaw River View collected a solid win over Day. Northridge in a 64-52 verdict in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 22, Day. Northridge faced off against Simon Kenton and Warsaw River View took on Philo on Dec. 20 at Philo High School.

Warsaw River View sprints past Johnstown Northridge

Warsaw River View handed Johnstown Northridge a tough 64-52 loss on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Johnstown Northridge faced off against Newark Cath. and Warsaw River View took on Philo on Dec. 20 at Philo High School.

W. Unity Hilltop pockets slim win over Burr Oak

W. Unity Hilltop topped Burr Oak 62-53 in a tough tilt in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Recently on Dec. 14, W. Unity Hilltop squared off with Delta in a basketball game.

W. Unity Hilltop exhales after close call with Burr Oak

W. Unity Hilltop finally found a way to top Burr Oak 62-53 at Burr Oak High on Dec. 28 in Michigan boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 14, W. Unity Hilltop faced off against Delta.

Northside Christian claims tight victory against Mansfield Christian

Northside Christian finally found a way to top Mansfield Christian 42-39 in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

Northside Christian darted in front of Mansfield Christian 13-12 to begin the second quarter.

The Flames moved ahead by earning a 31-21 advantage over the Lions at the end of the second quarter.

Mansfield Christian had a 35-29 edge on Northside Christian at the beginning of the final quarter.

The Lions pulled off a stirring 13-4 final quarter to trip the Flames.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Mansfield Christian faced off against Bucyrus and Northside Christian took on Bloom-Carroll on Dec. 14 at Northside Christian School.

Westlake grinds out close victory over Oberlin Firelands

Westlake topped Oberlin Firelands 63-59 in a tough tilt on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball.

In recent action on Dec. 21, Westlake faced off against N. Ridgeville and Oberlin Firelands took on Elyria Open Door on Dec. 23 at Firelands High School.

Sardinia Eastern Brown slips past Fayetteville-Perry

Sardinia Eastern Brown topped Fayetteville-Perry 69-60 in a tough tilt in Ohio boys basketball on Dec. 28.

Last season, Sardinia Eastern Brown and Fayetteville-Perry squared off on Dec. 5, 2023 at Eastern High School.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Fayetteville-Perry faced off against Leesburg Fairfield and Sardinia Eastern Brown took on Lynchburg-Clay on Dec. 17 at Eastern High School.

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. overwhelms Parkersburg

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. handled Parkersburg 84-56 in an impressive showing for an Ohio boys basketball victory on Dec. 28.

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. jumped in front of Parkersburg 18-9 to begin the second quarter.

The Seminoles registered a 42-22 advantage at halftime over the Big Reds.

Woodsfield Monroe Cent. charged to a 70-39 lead heading into the final quarter.

The Big Reds rallied in the final quarter, but the Seminoles skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

Recently on Dec. 21, Woodsfield Monroe Cent. squared off with Wheelersburg in a basketball game.

Zanesville W. Muskingum darts past Cle. John Marshall with early burst

Zanesville W. Muskingum left no doubt in recording a 66-31 win over Cle. John Marshall in an Ohio boys basketball matchup on Dec. 28.

In recent action on Dec. 23, Cle. John Marshall faced off against Bellaire and Zanesville W. Muskingum took on Barnesville on Dec. 20 at West Muskingum High School.

Zanesville W. Muskingum bests John Marshall

Zanesville W. Muskingum dominated from start to finish in an imposing 66-31 win over John Marshall at West Muskingum High on Dec. 28 in Ohio boys high school basketball action.

In recent action on Dec. 20, Zanesville W. Muskingum faced off against Barnesville and John Marshall took on Belmont Union Local on Dec. 14 at John Marshall High School.

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