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Warren G. Harding’s school record holder named Student Athlete of the Week Original
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) – Matthew Richardson only has a couple of months left at Warren G. Harding High School before his football career turns collegiate. Richardson will graduate early and enroll at Central Michigan University. “I want to congratulate myself, but I feel like I’m just ready to go compete and meet new people,” says Richardson. “I’m excited.” Richardson is a two-time captain for the Raiders’ football team and a First Team All-Conference starter on both sides of the ball.
Jackson Milton three-sport standout named Student Athlete of the Week Original
NORTH JACKSON, Ohio (WKBN) — Jackson-Milton senior Emma Johns will be a four-year starter in three different sports. “I love to win. I always say, play to win,” Johns said. “I think competitiveness just makes it more fun and interesting because you’re playing like you’ve got something to lose.” Johns is a First-Team All-District player and two-time captain in volleyball. She’ll be a three-time captain in basketball and a First-Team All-Conference softball player.
Jackson Milton three-sport standout named Student Athlete of the Week
NORTH JACKSON, Ohio (WKBN) -- Jackson-Milton senior Emma Johns will be a four-year starter in three different sports. "I love to win. I always say, play to win," Johns said. "I think competitiveness just makes it more fun and interesting because you're playing like you've got something to lose." Johns is a First-Team All-District player and two-time captain in volleyball. She'll be a three-time captain in basketball and a First-Team All-Conference softball player.
Week 8: Complete high school football schedule Original
(Adobe Stock) by: Ryan Allison Posted: Oct 5, 2026 / 08:00 AM EDT Updated: Oct 5, 2026 / 07:53 AM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Week 8 of the 2026 high school football season will include 45 games and feature 61 local teams across five counties. Wilmington and Greenville will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Eight high school football schedule: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. THURSDAY Akron SVSM vs.
Week 8: Complete high school football schedule
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) -- Week 8 of the 2026 high school football season will include 45 games and feature 61 local teams across five counties. Wilmington and Greenville will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Eight high school football schedule: Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WKBN.com.
Ursuline rolls streak to four games in win over state ranked Steubenville
Ursuline rolls streak to four games in win over state ranked Steubenville YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - The Ursuline football team vs. state ranked Steubenville Thursday night at Stambaugh Stadium. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight's game. Ursuline (5-2) on the season and will travel to Walsh Jesuit next Friday. Get updated high school football scores on the WKBN scores page throughout the season.
Ursuline rolls streak to four games in win over state ranked Steubenville
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Oct 1, 2026 / 11:56 PM EDT Updated: Oct 1, 2026 / 11:56 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Ursuline football team vs. state ranked Steubenville Thursday night at Stambaugh Stadium. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight’s game. Ursuline (5-2) on the season and will travel to Walsh Jesuit next Friday. Get updated high school football scores on the WKBN scores page throughout the season.
Springfield three-sport standout named Student Athlete of the Week Original
NEW MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Marco Gentile is a captain and three-year starter for the Springfield football team. “When I’m out there it’s straight business,” says Gentile. “It’s a you got to want it mentality.” Gentile has recorded 39 tackles on defense already this season, and is averaging over 10 yards per carry on offense with four touchdowns. “When you’re out there, you don’t really think too much about the people in the stands.
Record-breaking week for Big 22 Contenders
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - Some of the area top players had record-breaking performances in Week Six of the high school football season. Watch the video above to see which Big 22 Contenders caught our attention in Week Six. Mathews piled up the points last Thursday with quarterback Caden Brubaker leading the way. He rushed for 162 yards, passed for 130 yards and scored four touchdowns against Madonna. South Range quarterback Nick Toy accounted for five total touchdowns in their big win over Poland.
Record-breaking week for Big 22 Contenders Original
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Sep 28, 2026 / 04:18 PM EDT Updated: Sep 28, 2026 / 04:18 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Some of the area top players had record-breaking performances in Week Six of the high school football season. Watch the video above to see which Big 22 Contenders caught our attention in Week Six. Mathews piled up the points last Thursday with quarterback Caden Brubaker leading the way. He rushed for 162 yards, passed for 130 yards and scored four touchdowns against Madonna.
Mathews piles up the points in home victory Original
VIENNA, Ohio (WKBN) – The Mathews football team earned their fourth win of the season with a 41-7 victory over Madonna Thursday night. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight’s game. The Mustangs scored on their opening drive with a 50-yard touchdown run from junior quarterback Caden Brubaker. They extended the advantage on their next possession with a 10-yard touchdown run from sophomore Mason Eagle.
Mathews piles up the points in home victory
VIENNA, Ohio (WKBN) - The Mathews football team earned its fourth win of the season with a 41-7 victory over Madonna Thursday night. Watch the video above for extended highlights from Thursday night's game. The Mustangs scored on their opening drive with a 50-yard touchdown run from junior quarterback Caden Brubaker. They extended the advantage on their next possession with a 10-yard touchdown run from sophomore Mason Eagle.
Kennedy’s Speech & Debate standout named Student Athlete of the Week Original
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) — Competition brings out the best in Emily Sweeney. “Yes. Very competitive, in everything I do,” Sweeney said. “I’m never doing things half — if I’m going to do something, I’m doing it all out.” The Warren JFK senior is a four-year starter on the tennis team, and the Eagle’s top singles player this season. “I love the adrenaline you get from it,” added Sweeney. “Tennis requires a lot of thinking. You have to think, ‘Where are they going to go?
Kennedy’s Speech & Debate standout named Student Athlete of the Week
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) -- Competition brings out the best in Emily Sweeney. "Yes. Very competitive, in everything I do," Sweeney said. "I'm never doing things half -- if I'm going to do something, I'm doing it all out." The Warren JFK senior is a four-year starter on the tennis team, and the Eagle's top singles player this season. "I love the adrenaline you get from it," added Sweeney. "Tennis requires a lot of thinking. You have to think, 'Where are they going to go?
Week Five contenders for the WKBN Big 22 Original
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – We are halfway through the high school football regular season and several area players have already made a big impression for the WKBN Big 22. Watch the video above to see a few of the players that caught our attention last week. State-ranked Greenville remains unbeaten, thanks in large part to quarterback Cael Thurber. The Trojans senior accounted for over 200 total yards and four total touchdowns in their win over Lakeview last Saturday.
Week Five contenders for the WKBN Big 22
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - We are halfway through the high school football regular season and several area players have already made a big impression for the WKBN Big 22. Watch the video above to see a few of the players that caught our attention last week. State-ranked Greenville remains unbeaten, thanks in large part to quarterback Cael Thurber. The Trojans senior accounted for over 200 total yards and four total touchdowns in their win over Lakeview last Saturday.
Week 6: Complete high school football schedule Original
(Adobe Stock) by: Ryan Allison Posted: Sep 21, 2026 / 08:00 AM EDT Updated: Sep 20, 2026 / 10:23 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Week Six of the 2026 high school football season will include 46 games and feature 60 local teams across five counties. Ursuline and Farrell will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Thursday. We will have another live broadcast on Friday night featuring Cardinal Mooney against Buffalo St. Francis.
Week 6: Complete high school football schedule
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - Week Six of the 2026 high school football season will include 46 games and feature 60 local teams across five counties. Ursuline and Farrell will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Thursday. We will have another live broadcast on Friday night featuring Cardinal Mooney against Buffalo St. Francis. Here is the complete Week six high school football schedule: • Ursuline vs. Farrell - WKBN Game of the Week • St. Francis vs.
Poland soccer standout named Student Athlete of the Week
POLAND, Ohio (WKBN) -- The Poland boys soccer team is off to a great start this season, having won seven of its first eight games. "I think this team could go as far as possible because this team has so much talent and so much skill," said Poland senior Michael Hostal. "There's no real limit." Hostal, a two-time captain and three-year starter for the Bulldogs, has helped lead the way this season with 10 goals. "It's whatever the team needs," added Hostal.
Poland soccer standout named Student Athlete of the Week Original
POLAND, Ohio (WKBN) — The Poland boys soccer team is off to a great start this season, having won seven of its first eight games. “I think this team could go as far as possible because this team has so much talent and so much skill,” said Poland senior Michael Hostal. “There’s no real limit.” Hostal, a two-time captain and three-year starter for the Bulldogs, has helped lead the way this season with 10 goals. “It’s whatever the team needs,” added Hostal.
Penguins begin conference play against two-time National Champions this weekend Original
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The YSU Football team is coming off their highest scoring game in 15 years, a 70-13 victory over Duquesne last Saturday. Now the Penguins begin conference play, on the road, against South Dakota State, one of the top-ranked teams in the country. Watch the video above to hear from the players and head coach Doug Phillips as they get ready for the Jackrabbits.
Penguins begin conference play against two-time National Champions this weekend
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - The YSU Football team is coming off their highest scoring game in 15 years, a 70-13 victory over Duquesne last Saturday. Now the Penguins begin conference play, on the road, against South Dakota State, one of the top-ranked teams in the country. Watch the video above to hear from the players and head coach Doug Phillips as they get ready for the Jackrabbits.
Week 4 contenders for WKBN Big 22
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) -- Week Four of the high school football season is in the books, and several area players made a big impression on the field last week. Watch the video above to see a few of the WKBN Big 22 Contenders that caught our attention. Austintown Fitch aired it out Friday night with quarterback Collin Kalaher leading the way. The Falcons senior passed for 305 yards and three touchdowns in the team's win over Maple Heights.
Week 4 contenders for WKBN Big 22 Original
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Week Four of the high school football season is in the books, and several area players made a big impression on the field last week. Watch the video above to see a few of the WKBN Big 22 Contenders that caught our attention. Austintown Fitch aired it out Friday night with quarterback Collin Kalaher leading the way. The Falcons senior passed for 305 yards and three touchdowns in the team’s win over Maple Heights.
Week 5: Complete high school football schedule Original
(Adobe Stock) by: Ryan Allison Posted: Sep 14, 2026 / 09:00 AM EDT Updated: Sep 12, 2026 / 02:52 AM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Week Five of the 2026 high school football season will include 42 games and feature 61 local teams across five counties. Liberty and Brookfield will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Five high school football schedule: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. THURSDAY Warren JFK vs. Grand Valley Hickory vs.
Week 5: Complete high school football schedule
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - Week Five of the 2026 high school football season will include 42 games and feature 61 local teams across five counties. Liberty and Brookfield will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Five high school football schedule: Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WKBN.com.
Niles record breaker named Student Athlete of the Week
NILES, Ohio (WKBN) — No one scored more goals in the state of Ohio last season than Kherington Stanford. The Niles McKinley senior broke a school record with 52 goals during her junior campaign. “It’s definitely a mental game, knowing where everything is at all times,” Stanford said. Stanford is a four-year starter for the Red Dragons, a two-time First Team All-Conference player, and an All-State selection. She’s also just two goals away from 100 in her career.
Niles record breaker named Student Athlete of the Week
NILES, Ohio (WKBN) -- No one scored more goals in the state of Ohio last season than Kherington Stanford. The Niles McKinley senior broke a school record with 52 goals during her junior campaign. "It's definitely a mental game, knowing where everything is at all times," Stanford said. Stanford is a four-year starter for the Red Dragons, a two-time First Team All-Conference player, and an All-State selection. She's also just two goals away from 100 in her career.
Niles record breaker named Student Athlete of the Week
NILES, Ohio (WKBN) — No one scored more goals in the state of Ohio last season than Kherington Stanford. The Niles McKinley senior broke a school record with 52 goals during her junior campaign. “It’s definitely a mental game, knowing where everything is at all times,” Stanford said. Stanford is a four-year starter for the Red Dragons, a two-time First Team All-Conference player, and an All-State selection. She’s also just two goals away from 100 in her career.
Niles record breaker named Student Athlete of the Week
Niles record breaker named Student Athlete of the Week NILES, Ohio (WKBN) -- No one scored more goals in the state of Ohio last season than Kherington Stanford. The Niles McKinley senior broke a school record with 52 goals during her junior campaign. "It's definitely a mental game, knowing where everything is at all times," Stanford said. Stanford is a four-year starter for the Red Dragons, a two-time First Team All-Conference player, and an All-State selection.
Week 4: Complete high school football schedule Original
(Adobe Stock) by: Ryan Allison Posted: Sep 8, 2026 / 12:00 PM EDT Updated: Sep 5, 2026 / 01:18 AM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Week Four of the 2026 high school football season will include 40 games and feature 62 local teams across five counties. Poland and Canfield will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Four high school football schedule: FRIDAY Maple Heights vs. Austintown Fitch Louisville vs. Boardman Brookfield vs. Champion McDonald vs.
Week 4: Complete high school football schedule
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Week Four of the 2026 high school football season will include 40 games and feature 62 local teams across five counties. Poland and Canfield will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Four high school football schedule: Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WKBN.com.
Canfield’s three-time state qualifier named Student Athlete of the Week Original
CANFIELD, Ohio (WKBN) – Canfield senior Gabe Miller made quite an impression in our live Game of the Week wrestling broadcast as just a sophomore. “I just love competing,” said Miller. “I love the hard work that comes with it.” Miller was named MVP of the EOWL tournament in 2025 and finished his sophomore season as State Runner-Up. He’s qualified for the State Tournament three times, reached the podium twice, and racked up over 100 career wins.
Breakout week for WKBN Big 22 Contenders Original
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 31, 2026 / 04:02 PM EDT Updated: Aug 31, 2026 / 04:02 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Week Two of the high school football season provided some breakout performances from some of our WKBN Big 22 Contenders. Watch the video above to see some of the players that caught our attention last week. Girard quarterback AJ Pearson lit it up on Friday with 350 yards passing and eight total touchdowns in their win over Linsly School.
Week 3: Complete high school football schedule Original
(Adobe Stock) by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 31, 2026 / 10:12 AM EDT Updated: Aug 31, 2026 / 10:13 AM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Week Three of the 2026 high school football season will include 45 games and feature 62 local teams across five counties. East Liverpool and Salem will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night, followed by Sharon and Hickory on Saturday. Here is the complete Week Three high school football schedule: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
YSU football rolls in home opener
YSU football rolls in home opener YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - The Youngstown State University football team opened the season with a 43-10 victory over Mercyhurst Thursday night. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight's game. The Penguins piled up over 480 yards of total offense, and the defense forced four turnovers in the win. Senior quarterback Beau Brungard threw for 232 yards, rushed for 119, and accounted for five total touchdowns.
YSU football rolls in home opener
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 27, 2026 / 09:28 PM EDT Updated: Aug 27, 2026 / 09:28 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Youngstown State University football team opened the season with a 43-10 victory over Mercyhurst Thursday night. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight’s game. The Penguins piled up over 480 yards of total offense, and the defense forced four turnovers in the win.
Howland three-sport standout named Student Athlete of the Week Original
HOWLAND, Ohio (WKBN) – Maya Kubancsek is playing her way right into the Howland record books. “Volleyball is my fun sport. It’s serious for me, but it’s just my fun sport,” says Kubancsek. Last year, the Howland senior broke a school record with 37 kills a single match. And she’s on track to become the only player in program history with 1,000 kills and 1,000 digs in her career. “Since I was a freshman, I knew I wanted to get my name on that record board for multiple sports,” says Kubancsek.
‘We’re fired up’: Nationally ranked YSU ready to kickoff season this Thursday Original
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The YSU football team will officially kick off the 2026 season Thursday night at Stambaugh Stadium, and this year the Penguins have loads of returning talent. Watch the video above to hear from the players and head coach Doug Phillips ahead of the 2026 home opener. YSU has five players on the roster with at least 20 starts already under their belt. That includes most of the offensive line, along with reigning Walter Payton Award winner Beau Brungard at quarterback.
WKBN Big 22 Contenders shine in Week 1 Original
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 24, 2026 / 05:22 PM EDT Updated: Aug 24, 2026 / 05:22 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — There were some big numbers thrown around in Week One of the high school football season by our WKBN Big 22 Contenders. Watch the video above to see a few players that caught our attention last week. Liberty senior Dawaun Moody had one heck of an opening night. The Leopards tailback scored six times on just 11 carries in Thursday’s 43-point win over Campbell.
Week 2: Complete high school football schedule Original
(Adobe Stock) by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 24, 2026 / 03:32 PM EDT Updated: Aug 24, 2026 / 03:32 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Week Two of the 2026 high school football season will include 46 games and feature 60 local teams across five counties. Brookfield and Springfield will headline our WKBN Game of the Week on Friday night. Here is the complete Week Two high school football schedule: THURSDAY Valley Christian JV vs. Sebring FRIDAY Valley Christian vs. Campbell Champion vs.
Lisbon wins latest chapter of storied Spaghetti Bowl
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 20, 2026 / 09:58 PM EDT Updated: Aug 20, 2026 / 09:58 PM EDT LISBON, Ohio (WKBN) – The Lisbon football team started the 2026 season win a, 14-0 victory over rival Leetonia Thursday night. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight’s game. After a scoreless 1st quarter, Devil’s quarterback Grant Minor finished off a four-play, 26-yard drive with a one-yard touchdown run to give Lisbon a 7-0 lead.
Lisbon wins latest chapter of storied Spaghetti Bowl
Lisbon wins latest chapter of storied Spaghetti Bowl LISBON, Ohio (WKBN) - The Lisbon football team started the 2026 season win a, 14-0 victory over rival Leetonia Thursday night. Watch the video above for extended highlights from tonight's game. After a scoreless 1st quarter, Devil's quarterback Grant Minor finished off a four-play, 26-yard drive with a one-yard touchdown run to give Lisbon a 7-0 lead.
9 unbeaten teams headline latest WKBN High School Football Power Rankings
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - Nine local teams remain unbeaten after the first five weeks of high school football season here in the Valley. Watch the video above to see which teams made the Top 10 in the latest edition of our WKBN Power Rankings. #1 - GIRARD (5-0)Previous Rank - #1 The Indians are coming off their closest game of the season, a 41-35 victory over previously undefeated Garaway.
2026 WKBN High School Football Preseason Power Rankings released
2026 WKBN High School Football Preseason Power Rankings released YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - The 2026 high school football season will officially kick off this week with 60 local teams across five counties beginning their quest for a state championship. Watch the video above to see which teams made the Top 10 in our WKBN Preseason Power Rankings.
‘Going to be a great fight’: Young amateurs collide in local bout this weekend
‘Going to be a great fight’: Young amateurs collide in local bout this weekend YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) - The South Side Boxing Club is bringing amateur boxing back to the Valley this weekend with 15 amateur bouts at the Metroplex Expo Center in Girard. The co-main event will feature a master's division fight between Youngstown's Anthony Scandy and Jamie Ridzik from Struthers.
‘Going to be a great fight’: Young amateurs collide in local bout this weekend
by: Ryan Allison Posted: Aug 17, 2026 / 06:47 PM EDT Updated: Aug 17, 2026 / 06:47 PM EDT YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The South Side Boxing Club is bringing amateur boxing back to the Valley this weekend with 15 amateur bouts at the Metroplex Expo Center in Girard. The co-main event will feature a master’s division fight between Youngstown’s Anthony Scandy and Jamie Ridzik from Struthers.
Week One Schedule: 45 local high school football teams ready to kick off 2026 season
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The 2026 high school football season will officially kick off Thursday, Aug. 20, with five games featuring eight local teams. Week One will also feature three live broadcasts of our WKBN Game of the Week. Warren JFK will travel to Garfield on Thursday, Boardman will host the new Youngstown Defenders on Friday, and McDonald will take on Valley Christian Saturday. All three games can be viewed live on MyYTV and streamed live at WKBN.com and WKBN+.
‘We got dudes everywhere’: Mineral Ridge’s huge turnout fuels high expectations Original
MINERAL RIDGE, Ohio (WKBN) – The numbers are staggering this summer for the Mineral Ridge football team. The Division VI program, which has a male enrollment number of 118 with the OHSAA (which measures the number of boys enrolled last year in grades 9, 10 and 11), will boast more than 70 players on the football roster this season. “Yeah, it is crazy,” says senior wideout Thomas Koniowsky.
Canfield rolls to 9U Little League District Championship
by: Zach Verdea, Ryan Allison, Chad Krispinsky Posted: Jul 9, 2026 / 08:20 PM EDT Updated: Jul 9, 2026 / 08:20 PM EDT BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Canfield 9U rolled to a 14-3 win over Poland Little League to claim the Ohio District 2 Baseball Tournament championship at the Fields of Dreams in Boardman. Canfield LL jumped on top right away with 2 runs in the bottom of the 1st inning. Poland would respond in the next half inning after scoring on a wild pitch to make it 2-1.
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