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Below are the most recent articles and columns posted and created on behalf of the Teays Valley Athletic Department
Jacob Merideth-Teays Valley Athletics Beat Writer
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TVHS Boys basketball at Northland 2/24
Teays Valley's Season Comes to a Close with Tough Loss to Northland
The Teays Valley Vikings' season came to an end on Monday night, as they fell to the No. 4 seeded Northland Vikings 77-36 in the Central District tournament.
Northland started strong, taking a 16-10 lead after the first quarter. A three-pointer from Jayden Morrison brought the score to 26-17 in favor of Northland midway through the second, but the hosts quickly pulled away. Jaden Shoultz hit back-to-back three-pointers to spark an 18-3 run, giving Northland a 44-20 lead at halftime.
The third quarter was more of the same, with Northland outscoring Teays 15-6 in the first five minutes. A basket from Teays’ Hayden McCray was followed by a three-pointer from Northland's Nehemiah McMorris, and the rout was on. With two minutes left in the quarter, Tejaun Barbour sunk a free throw to put Northland up 35 points, 63-28, and start a running clock.
Northland's dominance continued in the fourth quarter, with the Vikings finishing the night with three players in double-figure scoring. Shoultz led the way with 23 points, including six three-pointers, while McMorris added 20 points and Diante James chipped in with 10.
Teays, on the other hand, struggled to find its footing on offense. Tanner Smith was the team's top scorer with eight points, but no other player reached double figures. The green and gold’s defense was stifling, holding the blue and golds leading scorer, Brody Fields, to just one made shot in the first quarter and a single free throw in the fourth. Fields finished his junior campaign with 1,177 points, which is good for 3rd all-time in Teays Valley boys' basketball history.
Teays Valley coach Brian Barnett praised his team's effort, despite the tough loss. "I felt like our guys battled all night long," he said. "We continued to show good energy and patience throughout most of the game. Northland is very athletic and talented. Their size posed some problems for us along with their transition game."
Barnett reflected on the season, saying, "It was a tough season. Coming off back-to-back league championships, I thought throughout the year that our kids did a great job of sticking together. The players' perseverance and the true character of the kind of players that we have here at Teays Valley really shined bright."
Barnett noted that the team's schedule was particularly tough this season, with the second-hardest schedule in Division 2 in the state. "Our players are resilient," he said. "We will take some time off and then get back to preparing for the '25-'26 season."
Barnett also praised the leadership of the team's four seniors. "I can't say enough about the leadership that our four seniors showed this season," he said. "They did a great job of keeping our guys together. No one wants their senior season to go the way it went. But day in and day out, those four brought every and effort to everything we did."
Northland also controlled the boards, outrebounding Teays 32-15. James led the way with 10 rebounds, while Owan Mburugu added seven and McMorris chipped in with six. Smith was Teays Valley's top rebounder with four.
The loss brings an end to Teays Valley boy basketball season, which saw the team finish with a 2-21 record. Northland, meanwhile, advances to the district title game, where they will face No. 2 seeded New Albany on Sunday at The State Fairground’s Taft Coliseum.
Box Score:
Teays Valley:
Tanner Smith: 8 points
Owen Hoffhines: 6 points
Jayden Morrison: 5 points
Gideon Dixon: 5 points
Luke Burgett: 4 points
Brody Fields: 3 points
Calvin Wolpert: 3 points
Hayden McCray: 2 points
Three-point goals — Smith, Hoffhines (2), Morrison, Dixon.
Northland:
Jaden Shoultz: 23 points
Nehemiah McMorris: 20 points
Diante James: 10 points, 10 rebounds
Owan Mburugu: 7 points, 7 rebounds
Tejaun Barbour: 7 points
Vandell Slade: 4 points
Ahon Djabo: 2 points
Savon Craighead: 2 points
Three-point goals — James, Shoultz (6), McMorris.
Scores by quarter:
Teays Valley-10-10-11-5-total-36
Northland-16-28-24-9-total-77
Teays Valley Wrestling Teams Excel at Sectionals
Vikings Boy's Wrestling Finishes Second, Advances Nine to Districts
The Teays Valley boys' team finished second at the Division I sectional tournament held at Watkins Memorial, scoring 208.5 points. The Vikings had three individual champions: John Todhunter (25-6) at 113 pounds, Josh Zimmer (29-2) at 120 pounds, and Aiden Kennedy (24-6) at 175 pounds.
In addition to the champions, six other Vikings placed in the top four: Trevor Bridges (106) and Carson Hix (132) finished second, while Andrew Liddell (150) and Rhett Turner (157) placed fourth. Peter Graham (190) and Tristian Graham (285) also finished second.
Olentangy Berlin won the tournament with 254.5 points. The Vikings will advance to the district meet at Hilliard Darby, where wrestling begins at 4 p.m. on Friday.
TV Girls' Wrestling Finishes Second, Advances Seven to Districts
The Teays Valley girls' wrestling team also had a strong showing at the sectional tournament in Marysville, finishing second overall. Rayne Dowdy was crowned sectional champion, while Ayla Kennedy and Sky Zoellick finished second.
Madi Hamilton placed third, while Brooklyn Gildner, JoJo Bowerman, and Brianna Grambo finished fourth. Shyanna Zoellick and Montana Kinzy placed fifth, and Hallie Dunaway finished sixth, the Vikings advanced seven district qualifiers and two alternates.
The Vikings advance to Big Walnut for the District tournament.
District Semi-Final Preview: Vikings Clash in Columbus 2/24
The stage is set for a Vikings vs. Vikings showdown in the district semi-finals, as Northland High School will host Teays Valley on Monday, February 24, 2025.
The Northland Vikings (18-3) enter the game riding a 14-game winning streak in conference play, while Teays Valley (2-20) has struggled to find consistency this season, with just two wins on the year. Ranked 20th in the state, Northland boasts impressive team statistics, including 65.0 points per game, 31.7 rebounds per game, 12.4 assists per game, 10.7 steals per game, and 3.2 blocks per game.
Led by Owan Mburugu's 7.1 rebounds per game and Diante James' 5.0 assists per game and 3.4 steals, Northland has dominated conference opponents, going 14-0 against league foes. The Vikings' schedule has been highlighted by strong performances against Worthington Christian, Columbus International, Mifflin, and Whetstone.
In contrast, Teays Valley's schedule has been marked by a challenging season, with the team going 2-20 overall. Despite picking up wins over Canal Winchester and Logan Elm, the Vikings have struggled to sustain momentum, dropping games to several opponents, including Hamilton Township, Olentangy, Lancaster, and Reynoldsburg.
A look at the record breakdown reveals the Vikings in the green and golds dominance, with an 18-3 overall record and a perfect 14-0 record in conference play. The Vikings captured their third straight City League title on February 15th, led by sophomore forward Owan Mburugu's game-high 22 points. The Vikings donning the blue and gold, on the other hand, hold a 2-20 overall record and a 1-13 record in conference play, falling to Logan on Friday. Brody Fields led the game with 22 points.
The winner of tonight's game will advance to face the winner of New Albany and Dublin Scioto in the district finals, with a trip to the Taft Coliseum at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus on March 2 on the line.
Teays Valley boys basketball at Newark 2/7
“Vikings Face Tough Test, Look Forward to Next Opportunity"
Newark-The Teays Valley Boys' basketball team struggled to keep up with the visiting Newark Wildcats, ultimately falling 81-40 on Friday. Despite the loss, Luke Burgett put up 11 points in the losing effort.
The game was tied at 6 when Newark went on a 15-2 run to take the lead. Leading 34-19, Newark went on a 15-point run to pull further away. Teays Valley Boys shot well from distance, going 5-13 from three. Burgett knocked down three shots from beyond the arc for Teays Valley Boys.
Brody Fields added 8 points, while Jayden Morrison chipped in 7 points. Owen Hoffhines and Tanner Smith each scored 5 points, and Gideon Dixon contributed 4 points.
Newark's offense was led by a strong performance from Braylon Morris, who scored 27 points and knocked down six three-pointers. Jake Quakenbush added 17 points, seven rebounds, and three three-pointers, while Ty Gilbert chipped in 13 points and four three-pointers. Other contributors for Newark included Bodie Smith with 5 points and 3 rebounds, Ty Brooks with 5 points, and Jaden Wimbush with 3 points and 2 rebounds. The team also received points from Brayden Koby, Austin Rose, Branson DeVault, and Kolton Peterson.
Teays Valley will await their tournament draw this Sunday, 2/9, before traveling to Marysville (10-9, 5-3) on Tuesday, 2/11. The Monarchs beat Thomas Worthington 67-57 on Friday.
Coaches thought:
"I'm proud of our team's strong start, but Newark's shooting was impressive. They're a well-rounded team that will undoubtedly make a deep run in the tournament. As for us, we'll focus on resting and preparing for our upcoming tournament matchup, which our draw is Sunday, followed by a tough stretch against Marysville, Pickerington Central, and Logan. We're excited for the challenges ahead." - Coach Brian Barnett
Box Score
Teays Valley (40)
Luke Burgett: 11 points, 3 rebounds, 3 three-pointers
Brody Fields: 8 points
Jayden Morrison: 7 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 foul
Tanner Smith: 5 points, 1 rebound, 2 steals
Owen Hoffhines: 5 points, 1 foul
Gideon Dixon: 4 points
Hayden McCray: 2 rebounds
Calvin Wolpert : 1 rebound
Karter Kozlowski : 1 assist
Newark (81)
Braylon Morris: 27 points, 6 three-pointers
Jake Quakenbush: 17 points, 7 rebounds, 3 three-pointers
Ty Gilbert: 13 points, 4 three-pointers
Bodie Smith: 5 points, 3 rebounds
Ty Brooks: 5 points
Jaden Wimbush : 3 points, 2 rebounds
Brayden Koby: 3 points, 2 rebounds
Austin Rose: 2 points, 4 rebounds
Branson DeVault: 2 points
Kolton Peterson: 2 points, 1 rebound
Score by Quarter
Q1: Newark 20, Teays Valley 8
Q2: Newark 14, Teays Valley 11
Q3: Newark 24, Teays Valley 10
Q4: Newark 23, Teays Valley 11
Gameday Preview: Teays Valley Boys Travel to Newark 2/7
The Teays Valley boys basketball team is set to face off against Newark in a conference matchup on Friday at 7:30 p.m. from Newark Senior High School.
In their previous meeting on January 9, Newark came out on top with a 71-49 victory over Teays Valley. The Vikings were led by Brody Fields, who scored 24 points, including 12-17 from the free-throw line, and grabbed five rebounds. Newark's balanced attack was led by Quakenbush and Morris, who each scored 18 points.
Teays Valley is looking to bounce back from a 59-46 loss to Canal Winchester on February 4. Newark, on the other hand, enters Friday's matchup on a high note, having defeated Pickerington Central 60-52 on February 4, behind Braylon Morris's 27-point performance.
With two games remaining, the Wildcats remain in contention for a share of the OCC-Buckeye title, with upcoming matchups against Reynoldsburg and Lancaster. Meanwhile, Teays Valley faces a challenging stretch to close out the regular season, with a league game against Pickerington Central on the horizon, followed by a season finale at Logan.
Coach Brian Barnett shared his thoughts on the upcoming matchup: "We're looking forward to heading to Newark to play on Friday night. They have a great tradition, and it will be a great atmosphere. Newark is very disciplined and solid at both ends of the floor. They're skilled and well-coached."
Barnett emphasized the importance of taking care of the basketball on offense and being fundamentally sound on defense. "We need to play well in order to win," he said. "The guys have had a great two days of practice leading up to tomorrow night. I look for them to come out with a lot of energy. It will be a great night of high school basketball."
The Vikings (2-16, 1-10) will face off against the hosting Wildcats (16-3, 9-2) on Friday.
Teays Valley Wrestling Team Dominates Early Season Competition 1/30
The Teays Valley wrestling team has been on a tear, boasting a perfect 5-0 record in the early season. Led by a strong lineup and determined coaching staff, the Vikings have asserted themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the league in their first year as members.
Teays Valley has racked up an impressive string of victories, starting in December, with a 52-24 win over Lancaster and a 64-5 handling of Newark on December 12. They followed that up with a 64-18 triumph over Reynoldsburg on December 19. On January 9, the Vikings secured a 65-9 victory over Groveport, and on January 16, they edged out Canal Winchester 50-21, bringing their total league wins to five.
According to TV Coach Todd Nace, the key to the team's success lies in their hard work and dedication. "The kids have worked hard all year, and I think the off-season workouts have really paid off," Nace said. "Our coaches are very good at getting the kids up for big matches, and I think we'll be peaking at the right time."
Nace emphasized the importance of continuous improvement, stating, "Our goal for the team is to get better every week. If we do that, we'll win the next two duals and win the OCC."
With their sights set on a league championship, Teays Valley is ready to put their skills to the test. The upcoming dual against Pickerington Central on February 6 will be particularly special, as it will be Senior Night for the team's five seniors.
"We're very excited for the seniors, and we'd like to send them out with an OCC title and a great postseason," Nace said.
Current OCC-Buckeye Wrestling Standings:
Teays Valley: 5-0
Logan: 4-1
Lancaster: 4-1
Canal Winchester: 3-2
Groveport: 2-3
Pickerington Central: 2-3
Newark: 0-5
Reynoldsburg: 0-5
Upcoming Matches:
February 6: Canal Winchester at Lancaster, Teays Valley vs. Pickerington Central-(Senior Night)
February 13: Logan at Teays Valley, Groveport at Canal Winchester
February 20: Lancaster at Newark, Reynoldsburg at Pickerington Central
TVHS boys basketball vs Newark 1/10
"Newark Holds Off Teays Valley for 71-49 Win"
Ashville-In a rare all-varsity boys and girls basketball doubleheader at Teays Valley High School, the Vikings boys basketball team put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell to Newark, 71-49, on Thursday.
Teays Valley Boys trailed 26-23 at halftime, despite an 18-8 run fueled by Brody Fields' 14 second-quarter points. However, Newark pulled away in the second half, outscoring Teays Valley Boys 45-26 behind the scoring of Braylon Morris and Jake Quakenbush, who combined for 36 points.
Fields led Teays Valley Boys with 24 points, including 12-17 from the free-throw line, and five rebounds. Tanner Smith added 7 points, Owen Hoffhines chipped in with 5 points, and Jayden Morrison knocked down multiple three-pointers, finishing with 6 points. The team shot an impressive 8-11 (73%) from beyond the arc. Newark's balanced attack was led by Quakenbush and Morris, who each scored 18 points. Ty Gilbert added 14 points, while Ty Brooks chipped in with 10 points.
Teays Valley (2-8, 1-4) will continue OCC-Buckeye play by hosting Pickerington Central on Tuesday, January 14. Newark will travel to Summit Road to face Reynoldsburg on the same day.
Coach's thought:
"We struggled offensively out of the gate, getting good looks but unable to convert. However, in the second quarter, our defense did a great job of forcing Newark into tough jump shots, preventing them from getting easy baskets. Our guys showed resilience in digging out of an early hole to stay within striking distance at halftime. Unfortunately, Newark's execution was very good in the second half, and we struggled to get stops on defense. I'm proud of our team's fight, but we can't afford to give a talented team like Newark a significant lead. Credit to Newark—they excel at executing in the half court." - TV Coach Brian Barnett
Box Score:
Newark (71)
Jake Quakenbush: 18 points
Braylon Morris: 18 points
Ty Gilbert: 14 points
Ty Brooks: 10 points
Kolton Peterson: 4 points
Bodie Smith: 3 points
Irwin-Reystor: 2 points
Kalen Winbush: 2 points
Teays Valley Boys (49)
Brody Fields: 24 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist
Jayden Morrison: 6 points, 2 rebounds
Tanner Smith: 7 points, 1 rebound
Owen Hoffhines: 5 points, 2 assists
Calvin Wolpert: 4 points, 1 rebound
Lane Struckman: 2 points, 1 assist
Hayden McCray: 1 point, 3 rebounds
Score by quarter:
NW-18-8-25-20-total-71
TV-2-21-10-16-total-49
Google Doc with pictures:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LbEZS5TDwyXFDZIey0BBqsxuPGMmsLBl5LeuHvhz5XM/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS boys basketball vs. Circleville 12/28
“Vikings Fall Just Short in 48-44 Loss to Circleville”
The game featured seven lead changes, with Teays Valley coming up short. The Vikings trailed 17-11 before a 9-point run, led by Kaden Purdon's shooting, gave them the lead. Teays Valley outscored Circleville 15-10 in the second quarter, shooting 6-10 from the field.
Circleville regrouped in the second half, using free-throw shooting to take control. Ed Kirk made 11 of 12 free-throw attempts, and the Tigers attempted 24 free throws in the game. Kole Nungester paced Circleville with 19 points, while Kirk added 17 points.
Purdon led the Vikings with 19 points. Brody Fields scored 7 points, Hayden McCray added 5 points, and Owen Hoffhines and Jayden Morrison each scored 4 points. Luke Burgett provided 3 points and tied with Purdon for the team lead in rebounding, with each player grabbing 5 boards.
Nungester and Purdon took home Player of the Game awards for their respective teams. Teays Valley will return to the court on January 7 to resume OCC-Buckeye play in Logan against the Chieftains.
Box score:
Teays Valley Boys Basketball: (44)
Kaden Purdon - 19 points, 5 rebounds
Brody Fields - 7 points
Hayden McCray - 5 points
Owen Hoffhines - 4 points
Jaden Morrison - 4 points
Luke Burgett - 3 points, 5 rebounds
Karter Kozlowski - 2 points
Circleville: (48)
Kole Nungester - 19 points
Ed Kirk - 17 points
Riley Jenkins - 10 points
Jack Kline - 2 points
Score by quarter:
TV-9-15-10-10-total-44
CV-14-10-12-12-total-48
Google Document with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1--mfFztjcxkLeegeE-mnlwh6K0X9xDWhRTG04Uvnlig/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS Boys Basketball vs. Hilliard Darby
"Fields' 22 Not Enough in Vikings' Loss as Hilliard Darby Holds Off Teays Valley's Late Surge”
Teays Valley’s' quest for their first win continues after Hillard Darby roars to a 58-48 win over the reeling Vikings Tuesday night. The game began with a tightly contested first quarter, ending in an 8-8 tie. Hilliard Darby snatched momentum in the second with two Ty Maul threes, outscoring Teays Valley 19-14 in the quarter. The Panthers maintained their lead in the third, captained by Alex Perie’s 9 points in the period. Maul dropped 7 points in the fourth to seal the win for the visiting Darby Panthers.
Luke Burgett led Teays Valley's rebounding effort with nine boards, as the Vikings dominated the glass, grabbing 38 rebounds. Karter Kozlowski paced Fields 22 with 10 points. Kaden Purdon and Calvin Wolpert had four points; Burgett, Hayden McCray, Owen Hoffhines, and Jayden Morrison each contributed two points. Ty Maul's dominant 25-point performance led Hilliard Darby's offense. Kade Romine contributed 18 points, while Alex Perie chipped in 12. Rounding out the Panthers' scoring was Cooper Gilkerson with three points.
The Vikings (0-4, 0-1) travel to Reynoldsburg on Friday for OCC-Buckeye action, while Hilliard Darby (2-0, 1-0) faces Dublin Jerome in OCC-Cardinal play.
Coach’s Thought:
"I thought our kids played hard, and they battled. Our kids are working really hard, and I know things just aren't going our way right now. It's a bounce here, a bounce there, an offensive rebound, a defensive rebound. Give our kids a lot of credit; they're trying; they're battling. We talk to them about the light and the prize that's at the end, and that's something we will continue to work for. We've got another tough one on Friday, but we're on to prepare just like we prepare for the next team. We've got a little bit of history against them; we've got some video on them. I fully expect to go over there and win. But we prepare our kids for the next two days and jump on the bus on Friday; it's going to be our time sometime; I just don't know when that time is, but once we get there and that time happens, I think that road is going to take off, and the sky is going to be the limit for these guys. From game one to game four, we've gotten better every game. The scoreboard hasn't said that I know, but we have gotten better in little things that we've done, and that's what I'm looking for," said TV Coach Brian Barnett.
Box Score:
Teays Valley Vikings (48)
Brody Fields: 22 points (book had 21 points, 3 three-pointers, 5-6 FT; I had 6-6)
Karter Kozlowski: 10 points
Kaden Purdon: 4 points
Calvin Wolpert: 4 points
Luke Burgett: 2 points, 9 rebounds
Hayden McCray: 2 points
Owen Hoffhines: 2 points (0-2 FT, 2 points were a FG)
Jayden Morrison: 2 points
Hilliard Darby Panthers (58)
Ty Maul: 25 points
Kade Romine: 18 points
Alex Perie: 12 points
Cooper Gilkerson: 3 points
Google Doc with pictures:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HsC8kHWwmM3q4wDgcKV2d4Cj438N4g3rMWBP9k9CKL4/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS Boys Basketball vs. Lancaster
"Burgett's 17 Not Enough as Vikings Fall 67-64"
The Teays Valley Vikings' strong start wasn't enough to secure victory as they fell 67-64 to the Lancaster Golden Gales.
The Vikings surged ahead with a 10-0 lead and concluded the first quarter with a 17-10 lead. Lancaster chipped away, narrowing the deficit to 32-31 by halftime. The Golden Gales seized the lead in the third quarter and sealed the win with back-to-back three-pointers in the fourth.
Luke Burgett paced the Vikings with 17 points. Brody Fields added 15, including two crucial fourth-quarter three-pointers. Kayden Purdon chipped in 12 points, with nine coming in the first quarter. Owen Hoffhines and Karter Kozlowski contributed seven points apiece, while Jayden Morrison rounded out the scoring with five. Carpenter led the Golden Gales with 21 points, supported by Bruny's 18. Eaton added 14, Call scored eight, Whitlatch four, and Burke two.
The Vikings will be back on the court against Hilliard Darby on Tuesday at home.
Box Score:
Teays Valley Vikings
Luke Burgett: 17 points
Brody Fields: 15 points
Kayden Purdon: 12 points
Owen Hoffhines: 7 points
Karter Kozlowski: 7 points
Jayden Morrison: 5 points
Lancaster Golden Gales
Tyler Carpenter: 21 points
Colton Bruny: 18 points
Camden Eaton: 14 points
Cater Call: 8 points
Andrew Whitlatch: 4 points
Brody Burke: 2 points
Teays Valley High School Girls Tennis Season Recap
The Teays Valley High School girl's tennis team wrapped up their season a few months ago under first-year head coach Rick Foose. I connected with the TVHS girl's tennis coach as he reflected on his team's year.
Team strengths and weaknesses:
This year's team excelled due to its cohesiveness. The players genuinely supported one another, creating a positive team dynamic. However, the team's lack of varsity experience posed a challenge early in the season.
Most Improved Players:
Several players demonstrated significant improvement throughout the season. Notably, first-year tennis players Lexi Young and Lauren Miller earned All-OCC 3rd team honors, showcasing remarkable growth at the varsity level.
Standout Players:
Multiple players received postseason honors:
#1 singles: Senior Presley Hamilton (All-OCC Scholar Athlete, 4-year letter winner, and senior leader)
#2 singles: Junior Abby Baker (All-OCC 3rd Team)
#3 singles: Freshman Zoey Proctor (All-OCC 3rd Team, led the team with fewest games lost)
#2 doubles: Lexi Young, Lauren Miller, and Shelby Spires (All-OCC 3rd Team, rotated players)
#1 doubles: Grace Murlin and Julia Kramer (pivotal in team wins)
Memorable Moments:
Hosting the invitational tournament and Friday fun day practices stood out as enjoyable moments. Senior Night was also a highlight.
Pivotal Matches:
The invitational tournament and a big win at Reynoldsburg generated confidence and defined the season.
Adapting to Challenges:
Injuries created opportunities for other players to step up. Tough opponents like Pickerington Central and Bishop Watterson helped the team set goals for future improvement.
Skill Development and Strategy:
With many first-year players, their understanding of the game and strategies improved significantly. Players showed notable progress in the backhand and service techniques.
Senior Leaders' Impact:
Presley Hamilton, a 4-year letterwinner, demonstrated dedication and a strong work ethic. The other senior players set excellent examples of commitment and respect.
Lessons for Next Season:
Coach Foose aims to expand knowledge of drills and incorporate more team bonding opportunities.
Future Expectations and Goals:
The team targets improving upon its 10-10 record and moving up in the OCC Buckeye standings. To achieve this, they will maintain a challenging schedule, maximize JV player matches, and focus on skill development.
Congratulations on a great season!
TVHS Girls Soccer Season Recap 11/13
Under the guidance of Head Coach Jason Herbert, the Teays Valley High School girls soccer team concluded an exceptional season, showcasing resilience, dedication, and outstanding teamwork. The Vikings finished 14-2-1 overall and went 5-1-1 in the OCC-Buckeye in their first year as members of the conference. I got together with Coach Herbert and asked him some questions.
Season Highlights:
Resilient Win: Notable victory against Pickerington Central, overcoming multiple deficits.
Tournament Triumph: Victory against Logan, demonstrating adaptability and determination.
Freshman Factor: Sophia Hastler's impressive contributions throughout the season.
Team Achievements:
Record-Breaking: Set or tie multiple program records.
Academic Excellence: Won State and National Team Academic Awards.
Senior Leadership:
The senior class demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and improvement throughout their high school careers.
Coach Herbert's reflection:
"We're incredibly proud of our team's performance. Our culture was strong, and our focus on daily improvement paid off. Our seniors led by example, and our underclassmen made valuable contributions."
Brad Morris All-Pickaway County Soccer Awards
The top soccer players in Pickaway County have been recognized for their outstanding performances in the 2024 season. The Brad Morris All-Pickaway County Teams for boys and girls soccer were unveiled, highlighting the exceptional talent in the county.
Boys Soccer Awards
Mark Anderson Pickaway County Player of the Year:
Max Spencer
Brad Morris All-Pickaway County Team:
Gavin Waters
Landon Engen
Michael Williams
Owen Hoffhines
Girls Soccer Awards
Ted Van Horn Award:
Brooklyn Herbert
Brad Morris All-Pickaway County Team:
Abigail Blake
Kenadi Crye
Allison Dean
Mackenzie Robinette
Ele Suyhada
Ella Jacob
Congratulations to all the recipients on their well-deserved recognition!
TVHS Girls Soccer Team Earns OCC Buckeye Division Honors
2024 Girls Soccer All-OCC Honors Announced:
The Ohio Capital Conference (OCC) has announced its 2024 girls soccer honors, recognizing outstanding athletes for their exceptional performance on the field.
Player of the Year:
Brooklyn Herbert-All OCC
All-OCC First Team:
Ella Jacob
All-OCC Second Team:
Abigail Blake
Mackenzie Robinette
Honorable Mention:
Allison Dean
Special Mention:
Ellie Hess
Scholar Athlete:
Ele Suhayda
The OCC girls soccer honors highlight the talent, hard work, and dedication of these outstanding athletes. Congratulations to all recipients on their well-deserved recognition.
TVHS Boys Soccer Team Earns OCC Buckeye Division Honors
Maxwell Spencer Named OCC Buckeye Player of the Year:
Senior Maxwell Spencer was named the OCC Buckeye Player of the Year, capping off an impressive season. Spencer's exceptional skills and leadership on the field made him a standout among his peers.
All-OCC Buckeye Division Honors:
Several Teays Valley players received All-OCC Buckeye Division honors:
1st Team All-OCC:
Maxwell Spencer
Gavin Waters
2nd Team All-OCC:
Owen Hoffhines
Michael Williams
Honorable Mention:
Drew Moore
Special Mention:
Landen Engen
Congratulations!
It was a pleasure covering you all this season!
TVHS Girls Cross Country at Regionals (Reese Galinger to State) 10/26
Teays Valley Girls Cross Country Team Shines as Reese Galinger qualifies for state at the Division 1 regional Finals.
The Teays Valley girls cross country team had an impressive showing at the Division 1 Girls 5000 Meter Run Finals, with several team members finishing in the top 100.
Reese Galinger to state!
Sophomore Reese Galinger led the Teays Valley team with a 14th-place finish, completing the 5000-meter course in 18:47.98.
Addison Keplar and Kate Charter Also Impress:
Addison Keplar, a sophomore, finished 28th with a time of 19:28.20, while Kate Charter, a junior, came in 71st with a time of 20:34.04.
Ardrey and Charter Round Out the Top 100:
Iris Ardrey, a sophomore, finished 97th with a time of 21:20.21, and Julie Charter, a freshman, came in 108th with a time of 21:47.49.
Grace Thanasack Completes the Teays Valley Lineup:
Grace Thanasack, a sophomore, rounded out the Teays Valley lineup, finishing 109th with a time of 21:59.68.
Reese Galinger will now compete at the State Meet at 2:45 PM on Saturday November 2nd at the Fortress Obetz and Memorial Park.
TVHS volleyball at Big Walnut 10/21
Teays Valley Volleyball Falls to Big Walnut, Concludes Season with Pride
Teays Valley volleyball wrapped up its season with a hard-fought, three-set match against Big Walnut. Despite the loss, the Vikings showcased their growth and improvement.
Coach Amy Horsley noted that the team had "their best week of practice," honing skills like hitting, coverage, serve receive, serving, blocking, and tooling the block. Film review and strategic planning paid off, but early nerves hindered their start.
Big Walnut took an early 7-1 lead in the first set, capitalizing on Teays Valley's four hitting errors and sluggish defense. A timeout helped settle the Vikings, who battled back but couldn't overcome their mistakes. The second set began promisingly, with Teays Valley jumping to an 8-1 lead behind solid hitting and aggressive serving. However, Big Walnut rallied, exploiting the Vikings' serve-receive struggles.
Statistically, the disparity was stark:
Team hitting percentage: Teays Valley 4.4%, Big Walnut 22.1%
Serve receive rating: Teays Valley 1.52
Serve-receive attempts: 69 (38 poor passes/errors)
Aces: Teays Valley 8, Big Walnut 8
Serve percentage: Teays Valley 89.8%, Big Walnut 94.5%
Errors: Teays Valley 42, Big Walnut 29
Standouts included:
Jenna Pence (9 kills, 1 solo block, 1 dig)
Brianna Helser (5 kills, 2 aces, .333 hitting percentage)
Ellie Tatman (12/16 serve receive, 11 digs, 4 aces, 1 assist)
Ella Miles (6/6 serving, 1 ace, 1 dig)
Post-game reflections highlighted the seniors' positive impact, strong schedule, and mental growth. Team captain Jenna Pence emphasized, "This group of girls has created a legacy for Teays Valley volleyball." Our record doesn't define the impact we've had on this program."
The Vikings concluded the season with a 7-16 overall record (4-10 OCC Buckeye), demonstrating remarkable development—mentally, physically, and skill-wise.
Final Stats:
Jenna Pence: 9 kills, 1 solo block, 1 dig
Brianna Helser: 5 kills, 2 aces
Ella McGee: 5 kills
Brenna Carpenters: 8 digs
Ellie Tatman: 12/16 serve receive, 11 digs, 4 aces, 1 assist
Ella Miles: 6/6 serving, 1 ace, 1 dig
Allie Carte: 4 kills
Noa Craft: 3 kills, 2 blocks
Aubrey Helser: 2 kills, 1 ace, 1 dig
TVHS Girls XC District Champions
VIKING NEWS • OCT 19
TV Girls Cross Country Makes History, Qualifies for Regionals
The Teays Valley girls cross country team put on an impressive show at the district meet on Saturday, securing a fourth-place finish and a spot in the regional competition.
District Meet Recap:
The Vikings were led by Katy Zang, who dominated the competition with a first-place finish and a course record time of 17:10. Reese Galinger and Addie Keplar continued to shine, placing 6th (18:46) and 17th (19:28), respectively. Rounding out the top 5 for TV were Kate Charter (29th, 20:21), Julie Charter (59th, 21:27), Grace Thanasack (69th, 22:07), and Iris Ardrey (85th, 23:06).
Historic Milestones:
Zang becomes the first TV girl to win an Individual District Championship.
Zang, Galinger, and Keplar earned 1st Team Central District Honors, tying the school record.
The team set a new school record for fastest 1-5 average time (19:26).
Back-to-back regional qualifications for the first time in school history.
Regional Meet Details:
The Teays Valley girls cross country team will compete in the regional meet on Saturday, October 26th, at 2:45 PM at Pickerington North.
Come out and support the Vikings as they strive to make history and advance to the state meet!
TVHS Volleyball at Big Walnut Preview 10/21
The Big Walnut Golden Eagles host the Teays Valley Vikings in an OHSAA sectional volleyball matchup.
Golden Eagles vs. Vikings Preview:
The Big Walnut Golden Eagles volleyball team swept the Northland Vikings 3-0 in their opening tournament matchup on Thursday, improving their record to 14-9. Next, they'll face Teays Valley, who had the first-round bye. The Vikings enter the postseason with a 7-15 record after falling 3-0 to Logan in their final game of the year.
Big Walnut's Strengths:
Abbi Swisher's consistent middle-hitter play
Audrey Coulson's skilled setting
Sophie Hamilton's impressive killing ability
Teays Valley's Advantages:
Jennalyn Pence's explosive outside hitter performance
Ellie Tatman's exceptional serving and digging
Emma Minton's experienced setting
Balanced offense and strong defense
Key Matchups:
Swisher vs. Pence: A clash of top hitters
Coulson vs. Minton: A test of setting skills
Hamilton vs. Helser: An exciting matchup between talented outside hitters
Where:
Big Walnut High School hosts Teays Valley on October 21st at 6:00 pm in a Division II, Region 8 OHSAA Volleyball sectional showdown. I will be making the trip to cover the action.
TVHS Boys XC at Districts
VIKINGS NEWS • OCT 19
TV Boys Cross Country Wraps Up Season with Top 10 District Finish
The Teays Valley boys cross country team concluded their 2024 season with a notable 10th-place finish at the district race, marking a significant improvement from last year's 14th-place finish.
District Meet Recap:
The Vikings' top performers were:
Brayden Fraley: 62nd (18:33)
Clark Thompson: 65th (18:50)
Colin Carvel: 67th (18:54)
Nolan Lupfer: 75th (19:17)
Xavier Clay: 78th (19:22)
Mason Holbein: 79th (19:23)
Rylee Jacobs: 86th (19:58)
The team showcased impressive packing, with:
The 48-second spread between runners 1-5
1-minute 24-second spread between runners 1-7
Season Wrap-Up:
Although the boys fell short of advancing to the regional race (top 5 team finish required), their growth and progress throughout the season were evident. With 7 underclassmen in their top 8, the team's potential for future success is promising.
2024 Season Statistics:
Finished 10th in the district race
Improved from 14th place in 2023
7 underclassmen in the top 8
The 2024 season has come to a close, but the foundation has been set for future success.
TVHS girls soccer vs. Logan 10/17
"Vikings Blank Logan, Set Sights on District Championship"
In a thrilling matchup, the Teays Valley Vikings girl's soccer team shut out Logan 2-0, advancing to the district championship. Ella Jacob stole the show, scoring both goals in the second half to secure the win.
The first half saw both teams battle for possession, but neither could find the back of the net. However, the Vikings' persistence paid off in the second half, as Jacob broke the deadlock at 35:20. She added an insurance goal at 5:19, sealing the victory for Teays Valley.
The Teays Valley Vikings will face off against the Westerville Central Warhawks in the District Championship game on Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 pm at Westerville South High School. I will be on hand for the Vikings vs. the Warhawks!
Google Doc with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/12EyDRVZs1RYzABdv4CjifRuFhmzMviNI3sP63pQTkhE/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS Boys soccer vs Worthington Kilbourne 10/16
Vikings' Effort Falls Short: Teays Valley Concludes Season with 4-1 Loss to Worthington Kilbourne"
The Teays Valley Vikings' boys soccer season came to a close on Wednesday with a hard-fought 4-1 loss to the visiting Worthington Kilbourne Wolves. Despite a spirited performance, the Vikings were unable to overcome the Wolves' potent offense.
The Wolves struck first, courtesy of Cameron Farris's 25th-minute goal. However, Kilbourne's offense warmed up and took control in the second half, with Quinn McGlone scoring twice (22:10 and 16:47) to give his team a commanding lead. Timo Pursiainen pulled one back for the Vikings (20:19), but Samba Barrie sealed the win for the Wolves with a late strike (6:37).
The Vikings conclude their season with an impressive 13-5 overall record and in their first year in the OCC, they posted a solid 5-2 Buckeye division record.
Goals:
1st half
Cameron Farris-25:19-Worthington Kilbourne
2nd half
Quinn McGlone-22:10--Worthington Kilbourne
Timo Pursiainen-20:19-2nd half Teays Valley
Quinn McGlone-16:47-2nd half Worthington Kilbourne
Samba Barrie-6:37-2nd half Worthington Kilbourne
TVHS Girls XC at OCC Championship 10/12
Vikings Make Statement in OCC Cross Country Championships
The Teays Valley Vikings cross country team boldly declared their presence in the new conference, securing a second-place finish behind powerhouse Lancaster Golden Gales, the state's second-ranked team.
History Made: Katy Zang's Championship Win:
Katy Zang shattered records again, becoming the first Teays Valley athlete to capture an OCC Cross Country Championship title. Her dominating performance saw her lead from start to finish, crossing the finish line in 17:14.
Viking Standouts Shine:
Reese Galinger broke through Lancaster's talented pack, securing fourth place with a time of 19:15. Addie Keplar finished strong in 12th (20:25). Kate Charter achieved a personal best with a 20:50 finish, placing 14th.
Depth and Resilience:
Iris Ardrey (22nd, 22:06) and freshman Julie Charter (23rd, 22:13). Grace Thanasack, in her return race back, finished 34th (23:07).
OCC Honors:
1st Team OCC: Katy Zang, Reese Galinger
2nd Team OCC: Addie Keplar, Kate Charter
Notable Performances:
Lila Merritt, Josephine Bowerman, Presley Damron, and Bethany Wickline also had great outings for the Vikings.
TVHS Boys XC at OCC Championship 10/12
Teays Valley Boys Cross Country Battles to 6th in OCC Debut
The Viking boys competed at the OCC Championship, finishing 6th against stiff Division 1 competition at Westerville North.
Despite injuries and adversity, the team's hard work paid off, with nearly all runners improving their times, some by over a minute.
Viking Leaders:
Brayden Fraley (25th, 18:26)
Colin Carvel (38th, 19:13)
Clark Thompson (41st, 19:21)
Nolan Lupfer (43rd, 19:23)
Rylee Jacobs (52nd, 19:42)
Mason Holbein (54th, 19:50)
Xavier Clay (57th, 19:54)
Notable Performances:
Kellen Durbin, Conner Davis, and Eli Hilgenberg delivered strong showings.
The Vikings aim to build on this performance and exceed last year's district finish.
TVHS Boys soccer vs Briggs 10/10
Teays Valley Vikings Finish Regular Season with 5-0 Win Over the Briggs Bruins
The Teays Valley Vikings boys soccer team celebrated senior night in style, ending their regular season with a convincing 5-0 victory over the Briggs Bruins.
Before the game, the Vikings honored their senior players, recognizing their dedication and contributions to the team.
The game itself saw a scoreless first half, but the Vikings' offense erupted in the second half, scoring all five goals. Senior Max Spencer led the way with two goals (36:56 and 36:28), while Gavin Waters added two more (7:09 and 6:15). Owen Hoffhines completed the scoring with a goal at 5:28.
The Vikings' defense shone, securing a shutout win and denying Briggs a score.
This victory propels Teays Valley into the OHSAA tournament, where they'll host Worthington Kilbourne in the District Semi-final on Wednesday, October 21st.
Google Doc with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ajZdG9A7v2NQpw-3h5QqNqIhlOj0BytTcwNOt9I_9EE/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS Volleyball vs Logan 10/10
Teays Valley Volleyball Celebrates Senior Night, Falls to Logan
The Teays Valley Vikings volleyball team honored their five seniors—Brenna Carothers, Brianna Helser, Katie Reynard, Noa Craft, and Tessa Bradley—on Senior Night, October 10, against Logan.
Senior Spotlight:
These exceptional seniors have been instrumental in rebuilding the program, demonstrating outstanding leadership, community involvement, and dedication. Their achievements include:
Raising over $6,200 for charitable causes (Sideout Foundation, American Cancer Society, and Sara Bennett)
Volunteering at the Ashville Food Pantry and participating in the 2nd and 7th program
Contributing to the team's youth camp and fall youth league
Organizing team-building activities (OSU Team Camp and Cedar Point)
Individual Senior Achievements:
Brenna Carothers: 3-time varsity letter winner, 2-time captain, and over 600 career serve receptions
Brianna Helser: 140 kills this season
Katie Reynard: DS with only 1 missed serve all season
Noa Craft: Strong senior season as middle hitter
Tessa Bradley: Over 600 career assists and exceptional energy on the court
Game Recap:
Against Logan, the Vikings struggled in the first set (10-25) but showed resilience in the second set (23-25). Standouts included:
Jenna Pence (9 kills, 2 blocks)
Ellie Tatman (10/10 serve-receive passes, 12 digs)
Coach's Reflection:
"Logan is a strong team, but I'm proud of our girls for bouncing back in the second set. We need to reduce errors and improve serve receive. We'll focus on physical and mental preparation for our next game."
Stats:
Jenna Pence: 9 kills, 2 blocks
Brenna Carothers: 17 serve receptions, 5 digs
Ellie Tatman: 10/10 serve-receive passes, 12 digs
Allie Carte: 5 kills
Ella McGee: 6 kills
Noa Craft and Aubrey Helser: 2 kills each
Emma Minton and Tessa Bradley: 13 assists each
The Vikings volleyball team will await their OHSAA Tournament game opponent; they will play the winner of Big Walnut and Northland. (Northland wins it will be at TVHS, Big Walnut wins BW host.)
TVHS volleyball at Pickerington Central 10/8
TV Volleyball Falls to Pickerington Central, Eyes Upcoming Matches
The Teays Valley volleyball team faced a tough challenge on October 8, losing to Pickerington Central in three sets (14-25, 16-25, 18-25). Despite the defeat, TV coach Amy Horsley praised the team's resilience and improvement throughout the match.
"We didn't quit or give up after losing the first set," the coach said. "The girls fought hard, and I'm proud of them for that."
The team struggled with errors, committing 40 compared to Pick Central's 28. Serve receive was also a challenge, with a 1.42 rating compared to Pick Central's 1.93.
Stats Highlights:
Allie Carte: 6 kills, 2 digs
Ella McGee: 6 kills, 2 blocks
Tessa Bradley: 7 assists, 3 digs, 2 aces
Emma Minton: 8 assists, 3 digs
Ellie Tatman: 13/15 serve reception passes, 16 digs
Looking Ahead:
With division-leading Logan and Reynoldsburg on the horizon, the team will focus on mental preparation. Coach Horsley has created a scouting report for Logan, and the team will rely on mental toughness to overcome the short turnaround.
Community Involvement:
The team will participate in the 2nd and 7 programs, reading aloud to Ashville Elementary 2nd-grade classrooms on Friday. Additionally, Giana Gizzi, the Mini-Coach of the Game raffle winner, joined Coach Horsley on Wednesday for Youth League Night.
Who’s Next?:
Teays Valley volleyball swept Reynoldsburg 3-0 on Wednesday, then they wrap up OCC Buckeye division play on Thursday vs. Logan at home for senior night.
TVHS Girls Soccer vs Logan 10/8
Vikings Set Sights on Postseason Glory
Tuesday's matchup against Logan was the perfect primer for the postseason, with Teays Valley emerging 2-1 victors. This regular season finale set the stage for a rematch in the district semifinals.
First-Half Fireworks:
Logan drew first blood at 30:27, but Mackenzie Robinette quickly equalized at 26:35 with some congestion in the box and slipped the ball past multiple Chief defenders. Kenadi Crye sealed the deal with a 21:37 goal, sending the Vikings into halftime with momentum.
Game Stats:
Goals: Mackenzie Robinette, Kenadi Crye
Record: 13-1-1 overall, 5-1-1 OCC Buckeye
Regular Season Recap:
Teays Valley concludes their impressive campaign with a 13-1-1 overall record and a 5-1-1 OCC Buckeye record.
Postseason Preview: Round 2 vs Logan:
The Vikings host Logan on Thursday, October 17, in the district semifinals. Can they replicate tonight's success and advance?
TVHS Boys Soccer at Logan 10/8
Vikings Unleash Offensive Onslaught, Waters Makes History
The Teays Valley High School boys soccer team delivered a dominating performance on Tuesday, defeating Logan 6-2.
First-Half Frenzy:
Gavin Waters sparked the Vikings' offense, scoring at 38:15. Max Spencer followed suit at 34:24, and Waters added his second goal at 23:53. Spencer struck again at 22:56, giving Teays Valley a commanding 4-0 lead. Logan's Braden Shiner scored twice (24:09, 17:16) to trim the deficit. Waters completed his first-half hat-trick at 8:17.
History in the Making:
In the second half, Waters netted his fourth goal at 35:35, cementing his place in Teays Valley history as the junior with the most goals in a single season.
Game Stats:
Goals: Gavin Waters (4), Max Spencer (2)
Record: Braden Shiner (2)
Next Up:
Teays Valley boys soccer will host the Briggs Bruins at home on Thursday for senior night.
TVHS girls soccer at Pickerington Central 10/3
“TVHS Girls Soccer Roars Past Pickerington Central, 4-3”
The Teays Valley Vikings girls soccer team secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Pickerington Central on October 3.
Vikings' Offense Ignites:
Mackenzie Robinette added two, Aly Rice, and Ella Jacob, each found the back of the net for Teays Valley, propelling the Vikings to victory.
Tigers' effort falls short:
Pickerington Central's Blossom Wallace scored twice (1st and 2nd half), while Sophie Chipps added a first-half goal.
Match Stats:
Score: Teays Valley 4, Pickerington Central 3
TVHS Goals: Mackenzie Robinette (2), Aly Rice, Ella Jacob
PCHS Goals: Blossom Wallace (2), Sophie Chipps
Next Match:
Teays Valley hosts Logan on Tuesday, seeking another division win.
TVHS Volleyball vs Newark 10/3
Vikings Fall to Newark, But Pride and Progress Shows”
"Fight Until the Final Point"
The Teays Valley volleyball team faced a tough opponent in Newark, ultimately falling 3-0. Despite the loss, TV coach Amy Horsley praised the Vikings' resilience and improvement.
"Newark's consistency and powerful hitters made them a challenging opponent. They deserved the win, outperforming us in every statistical category except errors. I'm proud of our girls for fighting and never giving up."
Standout Performances:
Allie Carte led the offense with 8 kills, while Brianna Helser added 7 kills on 12 attempts with a team-high .500 hitting percentage. Tessa Bradley and Emma Minton excelled at setting, serving, and defense, each recording 11 assists and 1 kill.
Milestone Achievements:
Three Vikings reached impressive milestones:
Senior Tessa Bradley (622 career assists)
Senior Brenna Carothers (622 serve receptions)
Junior Ellie Tatman (1000 service receptions)
"These players exemplify dedication, leadership, and teamwork. I'm honored to coach them," said Coach Horsley
Match Stats:
Score: Newark 3, Teays Valley 0
Sets: 25-20, 25-18, 25-18
TVHS Leaders:
Allie Carte: 8 kills
Brianna Helser: 7 kills, .500 hitting percentage
Tessa Bradley: 11 assists, 6/6 serving
Emma Minton: 11 assists, 7/7 serving
Ellie Tatman: 12/12 serving, 3 aces, 11 digs
The Vikings aim to bounce back on Tuesday 10/8 when they travel to Pickerington Central, which sits in second place in the Buckeye division.
TVHS Soccer Suffers Heartbreaking 1-0 Loss to Pickerington Central 10/3
The Teays Valley Vikings soccer team battled against OCC Buckeye Division leaders Pickerington Central Tigers but ultimately fell 1-0 in a thrilling matchup.
Vikings Max Spencer thought he had drawn first blood for the Vikings early on, only to have his goal waved off due to an offside whistle. Pickerington Central capitalized on the penalty break when Anul Phuyel struck at 16:04 in the first half, securing the game's lone goal.
Despite the effort, the Vikings couldn't find the equalizer, succumbing to the Tigers.
Game Stats:
Score: Pickerington Central 1, Teays Valley 0
Goal: Anul Phuyel (Pickerington Central), 16:04 1st half
Up Next:
The Vikings will look to bounce back on the road against Logan on Tuesday, October 8th, for another Buckeye divisional matchup.
TVHS Boys Golf Makes History with First OCC Golf Championship in Inaugural Season 10/3
In a remarkable debut, Teays Valley secured its first OCC Buckeye Division golf championship, sharing the title with Reynoldsburg. This achievement marks a monumental milestone in the Vikings' inaugural season in the league.
With identical 25-3 records, Teays Valley and Reynoldsburg outpaced Lancaster (20-8), Newark (17-11), and the rest of the division.
Final Standings:
1. Teays Valley (25-3)
2. Reynoldsburg (25-3)
3. Lancaster (20-8)
4. Newark (17-11)
5. Pickerington Central (13-15)
6. Logan (8-20)
7. Canal Winchester (4-24)
8. Groveport (0-28)
Tournament Scores:
Round 1: Reynoldsburg (326), Teays Valley (330)
Round 2: Reynoldsburg (343), Teays Valley (336)
Round 3: Reynoldsburg (314), Teays Valley (346)
Round 4: Teays Valley (332), Reynoldsburg (353)
Vikings' Impressive Inaugural Season:
Teays Valley's consistency and resilience earned them a share of the championship title. Their lowest score came in Round 4 (332), while their highest was in Round 3 (346).
Shared Glory:
The Vikings proudly share the title with Reynoldsburg, who also demonstrated exceptional skill and determination throughout the season.
Coaches thoughts:
We had a great season of golf for the boys. Anytime you can win a league championship is good and put it together with a bunch of great players. It made the season very enjoyable. I think that one of the reasons for our success this year was the fact that seniors Caden Sherman and Carter Hutchison were very active in getting everyone together this summer to play. They did a great job of making sure our younger players were involved in everything we did. Both of those young men had a great senior season. I know they are a little disappointed right now, coming off of the sectional tournament. However, when the dust settles and they have time to reflect on the past season, they will understand just how good it was. The play of sophomore Noah Hilgenberg was the anchoring force to a team that needed that person who could go low on any given day. You look at how much time and effort those three young men put into their golf games this summer and you will see why we won the first OCC Championship in school history. Add in the play of Freshman Trent Hicks and Will Griffith, who were both big contributors in OCC play. Both of our freshmen gained valuable experience and learned a great deal from the upperclassmen. Coming in and making a varsity team as a freshman is tough to do; these two have very bright futures ahead for the Vikings. We graduate five senior golfers this year: Caden Sherman, Carter Hutchison, Vinnie Multon, Vance Hanger, and Branson Crabtree. Returning to the Viking golf team next year will be Noah Hilgenberg, Will Griffith, and Trent Hicks. When you take a look at our JV team, we have some talented players who will push for varsity time next season. I believe that the depth we have created this season—18 players on the golf roster—will allow us to be very competitive in the league and the central district next year.
Historic Achievement:
This championship marks Teays Valley's first OCC title in their inaugural season, a testament to the team's dedication, skill, and adaptability.
Congratulations to Teays Valley and Reynoldsburg on their outstanding co-championship achievement!
TVHS Golf Wraps Up Sectionals 10/3
The Teays Valley varsity golf team competed in the Division I sectional at Denison Golf Course, finishing 8th with a team score of 330.
Standout Performance:
Sophomore Noah Hilgenberg led the Vikings with an impressive 73, securing a spot in the District Tournament next Tuesday at Apple Valley. Hilgenberg tied for 6th place overall, just three strokes behind tournament winner Brady Barnum of Dublin Jerome (70).
Other Notable Performances:
Caden Sherman (Sr.): 86
Carter Hutchison (Sr.): 86
Paxton McCoy (So.): 86
Will Griffith (Fr.): 95
Team Rankings:
1. Dublin Jerome: 286
2. Upper Arlington: 295
3. Big Walnut: 305
4. Olentangy Berlin: 310
Coach Barnett’s thoughts:
“We had a great season of golf for the boys. Anytime you can win a league championship is good and put it together with a bunch of great players. It made the season very enjoyable. I think that one of the reasons for our success this year was the fact that Seniors Caden Sherman and Carter Hutchison were very active in getting everyone together this summer to play. They did a great job of making sure our younger players were involved in everything we did. Both of those young men had a great senior season. I know they are a little disappointed right now, coming off of the sectional tournament. However, when the dust settles and they have time to reflect on the past season, they will understand just how good it was. The play of sophomore Noah Hilgenberg was the anchoring force to a team that needed that person who could go low on any given day. You take a look at how much time and effort those three young men put into their golf games this summer and you will see why we were able to win the first OCC Championship in school history. Add in the play of Freshman Trent Hicks and Will Griffith, who were both big contributors in OCC play. Both of our freshman gained valuable experience and learned a great deal from the upperclassman. Coming in and making a varsity team as a freshmen is tough to do; these two have very bright futures ahead for the Vikings. We graduate five senior golfers this year: Caden Sherman, Carter Hutchison, Vinnie Multon, Vance Hanger, and Branson Crabtree. Returning to the Viking golf team next year will be Noah Hilgenberg, Will Griffith, and Trent Hicks. When you look at our JV team, we have some talented players that will push for varsity time next season. I believe that the depth we have created this season—18 players on the golf roster—will allow us to be very competitive in the league and the central district next year” Says TV Coach Brian Barnett
The Vikings' 8th-place finish concluded their team season, but Hilgenberg's strong performance earned him a spot in the district round
TVHS Volleyball at Canal Winchester 10/2
The Teays Valley volleyball team put up a fierce fight against Canal Winchester on Tuesday, but ultimately fell in a five-set thriller. Despite the loss, the Vikings showed significant improvement from their previous matchup against the Indians.
"We played more consistently and were more aggressive and smart on offense," said TV Coach Amy Horsley. "I'm proud of our competitive mindset and hustle. We maintained positive energy throughout sets two and three."
However, the Vikings struggled in the fifth set, committing 10 errors, including three missed serves and four hitting errors.
Statistical Highlights:
The Vikings showed notable improvements from their first matchup against Canal Winchester. They increased their hitting percentage from.129 to.190, serve receive rating from 1.52 to 1.63, and serving percentage from 92.9% to 96.0%. They also evened out blocking, with Canal averaging 3 blocks to Teays Valley's 2.
Top Performers:
The Vikings were led by Jenna Pence with 18 kills, 2 blocks, and 1 dig, while Ella McGee added 11 kills and 1 dig. Noa Craft contributed 6 kills, 4 blocks, and 4 digs. Other notable performers included Brianna Helser (6 kills, 3 digs), Brenna Carothers (5 kills, 11 digs, 2 assists), and Ellie Tatman (40/41 serve receptions, 16 digs, 5 assists). Allie Carte chipped in with 4 kills and 1 dig, and Aubrey Helser had 2 kills and 5 digs. Tessa Bradley had a perfect serving night, going 23/23 with 4 aces while also recording 22 assists, 8 digs, and 1 kill. Emma Minton tallied 22 assists, 1 kill, 14/14 serving with 3 aces, and 7 digs. Ella Miles rounded out the stats with 20/21 serving, 1 ace, and 7 digs.
Looking Ahead:
The Vikings will focus on serve receiving and hitting in upcoming practices, preparing for their final games and the tournament. Coach Horsley emphasized the importance of maximum effort, hustle, and energy. "I want the girls to have the mentality that they're going to give it everything they have and compete no matter the outcome."
By the Numbers:
Jenna Pence: 18 kills, 2 blocks, 1 dig (.323 hitting percentage)
Ella McGee: 11 kills
Noa Craft: 6 kills, 4 blocks, 4 digs (.375 hitting percentage)
Tessa Bradley: 23/23 serving, 4 aces, 22 assists, 8 digs, 1 kill
Emma Minton: 22 assists, 1 kill, 14/14 serving, 7 digs
Ellie Tatman: 40/41 serve receptions, 16 digs, 5 assists
Next Up:
Teays Valley volleyball continues their OCC gauntlet tomorrow when they host Newark. The Wildcats are coming off a loss to Pickerington Central on Tuesday.
Google Document with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V8-ic_eVq9Y4HQu3BwZ8Ga8jyUO5QIBcnkkrOCMZNvE/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS Girls golf at Sectionals
Vikings Battle the damp course at Division I Central District Sectional
Teays Valley's girl's golf team faced wet conditions at the Division I Central District sectional at Pickaway Golf Course on Monday. In the rain, the Vikings secured eighth place with a team score of 401.
Sectional Champions
New Albany took home the sectional title with an impressive 312, while Olentangy claimed runner-up honors with 322. Olentangy Berlin (350) and Hilliard Davidson (361) joined the top two in advancing to the district tournament.
Vikings' Performance
Brooklynn Lowry led Teays Valley with a 19th-place finish, carding a 90. Addison Abele (100), Morgan Laxton (105), and Taylor Strawser (106) contributed to the team score. Makinna Pinion rounded out the Vikings' lineup with a 109.
Medalist Honors
Olentangy's Jodie Han and Meadow Tian shared medalist honors, each shooting rounds of 71.
Final Team Standings: Top 4 advance to next round
1. New Albany, 312
2. Olentangy, 322
3. Olentangy Berlin, 350
4. Hilliard Davidson, 361
5. Canal Winchester, 364
6. Gahanna-Lincoln, 373
7. Lancaster, 399
8. Teays Valley, 401
9. Pickerington Central, 414
10. Bloom-Carroll, 423
11. London, 461
12. Central Crossing, 558
This will draw Teays Valley girls golf season to a close; the district tournament is set for Monday at the Links at Echo Springs.
TVHS Girls Golf Team Makes Strides in Inaugural OCC Season 10/1
The 2024 OCC Buckeye Division girl's golf season was one for the books, especially for Teays Valley High School. In their inaugural season, the Vikings showed remarkable improvement, finishing second with an 11-5 record.
Canal Winchester dominated the division, finishing undefeated at 16-0. Their consistency and skill were unmatched, with scores of 353, 344, 169, and 365.
However, Teays Valley's progress stole the show. Starting with a 385 in the first round, they steadily improved:
Round 1: 385
Round 2: 370
Round 3 (9 holes): 196
Round 4: 412
Their dedication and hard work paid off, earning them a respectable second-place finish.
Lancaster (9-7) and Pickerington Central (4-12) trailed behind, while Logan struggled to find momentum (0-16). Newark didn't field a full team.
Teays Valley's breakout season sets the stage for future success. With their impressive improvement, they're poised to become a force to be reckoned with in the OCC Buckeye Division.
“This year had its challenges with the pressure of joining the OCC; however, the girls kept their heads down and were determined to succeed within this new division. At the beginning of the year, the girls posted one of their highest team scores but worked very hard to improve. This was very evident as they posted their lowest team score the next week and beat the previous score by 95 strokes. I would like to highlight all of the players, as everyone contributed to this great season by placing second in the OCC. Additionally, I would like to mention the following players, as their consistent scores and positive attitudes made this possible. These players consist of Adison Abele, Makinna Pinion, and Brooklynn Lowry. Moving into next season, we are looking forward to building the team back up with hopes to be OCC champions,” says TV girls golf coach Jeff Rush.
The Vikings' season ended at Sectionals.
TVHS boys XC at Berlin 10/1
Vikings Shine at Berlin Bear Dash Amidst Challenging Conditions
The Berlin Bear Dash brought together Central Ohio's top teams, serving as a postseason warm-up with the OCC meet just two weeks away.
Tight Packing and Strategic Passing
With a mere 57-second split between their first and fifth runners, the Vikings closed their scoring window, securing 13th place out of 25 teams. Per the XC Staff, “They navigated tight packs with precision, passing runners throughout the race, and achieved impressive times and personal bests despite the challenging conditions.”
Top Viking Finishers
The Vikings' top performers included Brayden Fraley, who crossed the finish line in 18:02 (59th), closely followed by Logan Moore (18:30, 93rd), Xavier Clay (18:46, 107th), Nolan Lupfer (18:52, 114th), and Clark Thompson (18:59, 119th).
Freshman Shine
In the open races, many Vikings set their personal bests, recognition goes to the freshman: Kellan Durbin, Trevor Roeder, Eli Hilgenberg, Levi Little, and Ian Duncan, who shone in the freshman/sophomore race, highlighting the Vikings' future.
The Teays Valley boys cross-country team will be back in action Saturday 10/5 at Mechanicsburg.
TVHS Girls XC at Berlin 10/1
Teays Valley girls cross country clawed the line, Olentangy Berlin Invite
Katy Zang Shatters Records
Facing top Ohio teams at the Olentangy Berlin Invite, Katy Zang led the charge, finishing first with a school record of 16:55, claiming the course record. This impressive performance set the tone for the Vikings' strong showing. This makes Zang a perfect 5/5 on the season.
Supporting Cast Excels
Duo Reese Galinger (14th, 18:51) and Addie Keplar (44th, 19:50) continued their strong supporting roles; Kate Charter ran a personal best (21:20, 120th), solidifying her spot as the fourth scorer.
Depth and Improvement
Julie Charter (22:11, 155th) and Claire Krouse (22:59, 174th) rounded out the scoring, demonstrating the team's depth. In the open races, many Vikings achieved personal bests, including Bethany Wickline, Josephine Bowerman, and Maddy Greer
The Teays Valley girls cross-country team will be back in action on Saturday 10/5 at Mechanicsburg.
TVHS girls soccer vs. Newark (9/26)
Behind Herbert's Hat Trick, the Vikings dominated the Wildcats 6-0.
The Teays Valley girl's soccer team was back on the pitch on Thursday, making up Tuesday's game, and faced off against Newark. The Vikings unleashed a blistering attack, securing a 6-0 victory.
Ella Jacobs started the scoring at 36:38, finding the back of the net, and then Brooklyn Herbert netted two consecutive goals at 33:00 and 23:39. Mackenzie Robinette joined the party at 19:45, unleashing a powerful shot that ricocheted off the top post and into the goal. As the first half drew to a close, Allie Rice struck at 0:11, extending the Vikings' advantage to 5-0. Herbert sealed her hat trick early in the second half, cementing Teays Valley's win over Newark.
Teays Valley girls soccer's next game will be an OCC Buckeye division match against Pickerington Central; the Tigers will host the Vikings.
Stats:
E.Jacobs (36:38)
B. Herbert (33:00, 23:39 2H, 20:02)
M. Robinette (19:45)
TVHS volleyball at Groveport 9/26
Vikings Sweep Groveport, Focus on Upcoming Challenges
The Teays Valley Vikings secured a convincing win over Groveport on Tuesday, dominating in three sets (25-18, 25-17, 25-12).
The Vikings had a 95.9% serving percentage, outpacing Groveport's 83.7% and 4.5 blocks per set, compared to Groveport's 1.0, and committed 35 errors, 15 fewer than Groveport. Aubrey Helser excelled as a middle hitter, delivering a notable performance. Jenna Pence and Allie Carte led in kills, while Brianna Helser added crucial points. Jenna and Noa Craft led the blocking.
The Vikings' stats were led by Ellie Tatman's 12/13 serving with 3 aces, 15/17 serve receive, and 17 digs. Other standout performers included Ella Miles (5/5 serving, 6/7 serve receive, 11 digs), Katie Reynard (9/9 serving, 6 digs), Jenna Pence (6 kills, 6 blocks, 1 dig), Allie Carte (6 kills, 1 block), Brianna Helser (5 kills, 2 digs), Noa Craft (4 kills, 6 blocks), Aubrey Helser (11/11 serving, 3 kills, 4 digs, 1 block), Ella McGee (2 kills, 1 block), Brenna Carothers (1 kill, 5 digs), Emma Minton (15 assists, 2 aces, 4 digs), and Tessa Bradley (10/10 serving with 2 aces, 9 assists, 2 digs).
Coach's thoughts: We can't focus solely on winning; we must take the court ready to play, fight, and compete. Our mindset and mentality will be crucial. We aim to play with pride, regardless of the outcome, and be prepared to win games in the tournament." Says TV coach Amy Horsley
The upcoming weeks bring stiff competition for the Vikings volleyball team; they will play Canal Winchester on Tuesday and Newark on Thursday. Then Pickerington Central on October 8th, then turn around and play OCC Buckeye, leading Logan 10/10.
Stats Highlights
Ellie Tatman: 17 digs, 3 aces
Aubrey Helser: A perfect 11/11 serving.
Emma Minton: 15 assists, 2 aces
Google Doc with pictures
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TVHS boys soccer at Newark 9/24
The Vikings dominate the Wildcats in the OCC Buckeye Clash.
The Teays Valley boys soccer team delivered a resounding 6-1 victory over Newark in their OCC Buckeye matchup at Newark High School.
The dynamic duo of Maxwell Spencer and Gavin Waters led the charge, scoring a combined five goals. Spencer netted a hat-trick, with two goals in the first half (33:53, 20:19) and one in the second. Waters added two second-half goals, sealing the win. Timo Pursiainen contributed to the scoring with a goal at 24:05.
The Teays Valley boys soccer team gets a much-needed rest and will be back in action next week at Whetstone for a non-league matchup on Tuesday, October 2.
Game Statistics:
Final Score: Teays Valley 6, Newark 1
Goals: Maxwell Spencer (3), Timo Pursiainen, Gavin Waters (2)
TVHS boys soccer vs. Fairfield Union (9/23)
Quick Strike Vikings: Teays Valley tops Fairfield Union and Soars past the Falcons in a dominant 4-0 victory.
In a shutout performance, the Teays Valley boys soccer team beat former MSL rival Fairfield Union 4-0.
The Vikings struck swiftly, unleashing a trio of goals within a two-minute span. Kyle Yarnell opened the scoring at 33:03, followed closely by Owen Hoffhines' strike at 32:01. Gavin Waters sealed the first-half onslaught with a goal at 31:46, sending Teays Valley into halftime with a convincing 3-0 lead. Max Spencer rounded out the scoring at 9:41 in the second half, securing the 4-0 shutout victory for the Vikings.
The Vikings' victory improves their season record to 10-2 and they will travel tomorrow to play Newark for an OCC Buckeye matchup against the Wildcats, who are (2-10-1, 0-2).
Game Statistics:
Final Score: Teays Valley 4, Fairfield Union 0
Halftime Score: Teays Valley 3, Fairfield Union 0
Goals: Kyle Yarnell, Owen Hoffhines, Gavin Waters, Max Spencer
Google Doc with pictures
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TVHS Boys Cross Country at Dublin Jerome 9/21
"Nighttime Grit: TV Boys XC Battles at the Dublin Jerome Night Competition."
The Teays Valley boys cross-country team ventured to Dublin Jerome for the Celtic Clash, Central Ohio's premier night race. Facing top-tier teams, the Vikings displayed grit, toughness, and significant improvement, evident in their race finishes. Despite placing 22nd out of 24 teams, they narrowly missed upsetting several teams they may face again in the district race.
Logan Moore (17:59, 123rd) and Brayden Fraley (18:02, 126th) led the Vikings, pushing each other throughout the race. With a mere 1:33 spread between runners 1-6, the team demonstrated impressive pack discipline. Nolan Lupfer (18:38, 155th), Xavier Clay (18:52, 164th), Colin Carvel (19:31, 177th), and Rylee Jacobs (19:32, 178th) delivered strong performances, contributing to solid times for the Vikings XC team. In the Open Race, Mason Holbein stood out despite the challenging daytime temperatures, and Ian Duncan competed in his first race of the season.
Coaches Thoughts: For our first night since our varsity team ran really well, The overall team score may not show it, but we had 6 of our 7 athletes run their best times of the In terms of the season, we have experienced a number of injuries and are currently focusing on rehabilitating these athletes, with the goal of returning to competition before the conference meet. We are looking forward to our first-ever OCC conference meet, as well as competing at the district meet,” says TV Coach Ashley Lupfer.
The Teays Valley boys cross country team will be back in action on October 4th at Olentangy Berlin.
Top Finishers:
Logan Moore (17:59, 123rd)
Brayden Fraley (18:02, 126th)
Nolan Lupfer (18:38, 155th)
Xavier Clay (18:52, 164th)
Colin Carvel (19:31, 177th)
Rylee Jacobs (19:32, 178th)
TVHS girls cross country at Dublin Jerome on 9/21
The Teays Valley girls cross country. "Shines Bright at the Celtic Clash Night Race with a 9th-Place Finish"
The Teays Valley girl's cross-country team raced under the lights at Dublin Jerome's Celtic Clash and wearing glow-in-the-dark gear, the Vikings shone despite competing in their first night race.
Teays Valley finished 9th out of 24 teams, with standout performances from Katy Zang leading the charge, breaking the school record again, and was under 17:00 with a shattering 16:59 finish. This will make Katy Zang a perfect 4/4 in races on the season. Reese Galinger and Addie Keplar continued to be a dynamic duo and finished at 15th and 32nd, respectively. Kate Charter, who finished 106th, 21:41, was another Viking pack contributor. Julie Charter ran a 21:41 for 107th, and Iris Ardrey was at 108th with a 21:41 and achieved her season-best times. Claire Krouse rounded out the leaderboard with a 126th-place finish at 22:32.
Coach's Thoughts: The team crushed it—they all raced so well and with so much confidence. It was a blast to watch. Katy is 4/4; she ran 16:59! Reese Galinger was 15th and ran an 18:51 (which is a PR for her by 1 minute), Addie Kepler raced really well and PRd by 1 minute as well, she ran a 19:30! Kate Charter, Julie Charter, and Iris Ardrey ran 21:41 and all finished with a half second of each other,” said TV Coach Megan Tamasovich.
The Teays Valley girls XC team's next meet will be at Olentangy Berlin!
Top Finishers:
Katy Zang (1st, 16:59)
Reese Galinger (15th, 18:51)
Addie Keplar (32nd, 19:32)
Kate Charter (106th, 21:41)
Julie Charter (107th, 21:41)
Iris Ardrey (108th, 21:41)
Claire Krouse (126th, 22:32)
Footnote:4/4 on the 2024 season
TVHS volleyball at Lancaster 9/19
Tough Loss for Teays Valley Volleyball, but Grit and Resiliency on Display
Teays Valley volleyball battled fiercely against Lancaster on September 19, ultimately falling 3-2 (25-21, 29-31, 25-22, 17-25, 18-20).
Despite the loss, TV Coach Amy Horsley praised the team's performance: "I'm proud of our team for playing so well in the first set and showing grit and resiliency throughout the match."
The Teays Valley Vikings were fueled by outstanding individual performances, led by Brianna Helser's dominant 20-kill, 4-block effort, complemented by 5 digs. Ella McGee delivered an impressive 18-kill, 7-block display, adding 2 digs. Meanwhile, Brenna Carothers and Ellie Tatman shone in the back row, with Carothers posting a perfect 21/21 serving day, 3 aces, 26/28 serve receive, and 14 digs. Tatman mirrored, going 18/19 serving with 4 aces, 22/23 serve receive, and a team-high 24 digs. Other stats on the night for Teays Valley were performances by Allie Carte (8 kills, 4 digs), Brenna Carothers (21/21 serving, 3 aces, 26/28 serve receive, 14 digs), Abby Henderson (5 kills, 3 digs), Emma Minton (19/20 serving with 1 ace, 1 kill, 30 assists, 10 digs), Tessa Bradley (17/17 serving, 24 assists, 8 digs), Ella Miles (21/22 serving with 2 aces, 21/23 serve receive, 14 digs), Aubrey Helser (4 kills, 1 block), and Zoie Hall (2 kills, 2 digs).
Coach Thoughts: "We will hit the weight room today, watch the film, and focus on performing well in our upcoming games. Our goal is to continue getting better each game to prepare for tournaments and emphasize the importance of improving hitting off the net, out-of-system play, serve receive, and defense. Says Horsley
Next up for the Vikings will be Monday at Hilliard Darby for the “Digging Out Cancer game, then back for OCC play against Reynoldsburg and Groveport next week.
Google Document with Pictures
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TVHS Boys Soccer vs. Canal Winchester 9/17
"Max Power: Spencer's Four Goals Propel Vikings Past Canal Winchester"
The Teays Valley Vikings boys soccer team secured a convincing 7-2 victory over division mates Canal Winchester on Tuesday, led by Max Spencer's impressive four-goal performance.
The Vikings struck early in the first half, with Max Spencer finding the net at 32:16. Gavin Waters doubled the lead with goals at 21:17 and 12:50, while Timo Pursianinen added another at 1:50. The Indians began the second half strongly, with Phillips scoring at 28:45 to reduce the deficit. Canal Winchester managed another goal at 19:39, but it was too little, too late because Max Spencer continued to thrive as he scored three more goals at 19:52, 4:01, and 0:55 to round out Teays Valley’s 7-2 win.
The Vikings will be back on the field Monday, September 23rd when they host Fairfield Union.
Teays Valley:
Max Spencer (4): 32:16 (1st half), 19:52, 4:01, 0:55 (2nd half)
Gavin Waters (2): 21:17, 12:50 (1st half)
Timo Pursianinen: 1:50 (1st half)
Canal Winchester:
Phillips: 28:45 (2nd half)
Goal:19:39
Google Doc with pictures
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TVHS volleyball at Logan 9/17
Logan's Power Hitters Prove Too Much as Teays Valley volleyball drops all three sets to the Chieftains (15-25, 15-25, 12-25).
Logan's offense, led by three powerful and consistent hitters, proved too much for the Vikings to handle. Teays Valley's offense committed 32 errors compared to Logan's 23. The Vikings' hitting percentage of .020 paled in comparison to Logan's impressive .386.
Despite the loss, several Vikings players delivered standout performances. Brianna Helser led the team with 9 kills on 14 attempts, boasting a .313 hitting percentage. Ellie Tatman had a perfect night, going 9/9 serving with 3 aces, 14/14 serve receive, 14 digs, and 3 assists. Emma Minton also served a perfect 9/9 with 1 ace, 7 assists, and 7 digs. Tessa Bradley contributed with 4/4 serving, 7 assists, and 5 digs.
Coach's thoughts: “We couldn't execute on offense because we were either making hitting errors in the net or out; we hit right to one of their players, or they would read and hustle to pick everything up; however, we're looking forward to tomorrow's match against Lancaster. We previously lost to them in 5 sets by just 2 points in the 5th set, and I believe we can compete with them if we show up, play together, and execute on both defense and offense." TV coach Amy Horsley said
The Teays Valley volleyball team will be at Lancaster on Thursday, September 19th, for another OCC Buckeye League match-up. I will be on hand with score updates between the Gales hosting the Vikings.
TVHS volleyball at Licking Heights vs. LHHS & WKHS 9/14
The Teays Valley volleyball team experienced a tough Saturday, falling to Licking Heights (22-25, 13-25) and Worthington Kilbourne (24-26, 18-25). Despite a strong defensive effort, the blue and gold struggled with errors, committing 41 against Licking Heights and 20 against Worthington Kilbourne.
Teays Valley vs. Licking Heights
The team started rocky, with 18 errors in the first set, including 7 hitting, 3 serve reception, 1 serve, 5 defensive, and 2 blocking mistakes. The second set saw even more errors, with 23 mistakes (9 hitting, 8 defensive, 3 serving, 2 serve receive, and 1 blocking).
Teays Valley vs. Worthington Kilbourne
Although the team reduced their errors, they still struggled to execute, losing 24-26 and 18-25. Worthington Kilbourne outperformed the Vikings in hitting percentage (.247 to.099), serve receiving rating (2.25 to 1.64), assists (33 to 17), blocks (average of 4 to 2), and digs (33 to 27).
Teays Valley’s individual performances on Saturday were Allie Carte, who delivered 7 kills, 5/6 serve receive, and 2 digs, and Abby Henderson, who contributed 4 kills, 1 ace, 11/12 serve receive, and 6 digs. Aubrey Helser added 4 kills, 1 block, and 3 digs, while Ellie Tatman served up 1 ace, 17/17 serve receive, and 5 digs, showcase. Ella Miles had a perfect 4/4 serving record, 9/9 serve receive, and 4 digs.
Coach's thoughts:We simply couldn't make plays and execute consistently enough to win," said the coach. "I'm proud of the girls for fighting, but we missed Jenna Pence's energy on the court due to a shoulder injury. Allie Carte and Abby Henderson stepped up, and Aubrey Helser played with confidence."
TVHS girls soccer at Groveport Madison 9/12
Vikings Girls Soccer Tames the Cruisers, Leaves Le'Veon Bell Field with 6-0 Shutout Win
The Vikings burst out of the gates, with Ella Jacob netting the goal at 38:27 to take an early 1-0 lead. Kenadi Crye doubled the advantage at 17:12, roping a shot into the back of the net to make it 2-0. Lily Gaal added a third just before halftime, striking at 8:10 to send the teams into the break with the Vikings up 3-0.
The second half mirrored the first, with Crye scoring her second goal at the 45-minute mark, rifling home a shot to extend the lead to 4-0. After a few offside calls, Teays Valley senior Brooklyn Herbert sealed the win with a late duo of scores, with the horns sounding at 37:52 and 22:20 to blank Groveport 6-0.
The Vikings will be back in action on Saturday, September 14, when they host Whetstone in a non-league match.
Google Doc with pictures
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TVHS Volleyball vs. Pickerington Central 9/12
The Teays Valley Volleyball Falls to Pickerington Central Despite Strong Start
The blue and gold started strong, taking the first set against Pickerington Central with a consistent performance on both offense and defense, and they committed only 8 errors and scored at least 15 points through kills and blocks. However, the Vikings struggled in the next three sets, losing 15-25, 17-25, and 13-25.
Despite having one fewer error than Pickerington, they couldn't capitalize on their missed serves. Pickerington executed effectively on free balls; Teays Valley’s serve-receive rating was 1.70 compared to Pickerington's 2.04, and hitting percentage was .071 compared to Pickerington's .206.
Allie Carte led the team with 10 kills, 1 block, and a strong serve receive performance of 10/11, adding 2 digs. Ella McGee contributed 5 kills, 2 blocks, and a perfect 4/4 serve receive, with 3 digs. Jenna Pence chipped in with 4 kills, 5 digs, and 2 blocks, while Brianna Helser had 3 kills, 2 blocks, and 3 digs. Noa Craft added 3 kills, 1 block, and 1 assist, and Brenna Carothers had 3 digs. Ellie Tatman excelled in serve receive with 17 passes, adding 9 digs, 2 aces, and 2 assists. Emma Minton led in assists with 17 and also had 3 digs and 2 aces. Ella Miles served perfectly at 14/14, with 2 aces, and had 17/19 serve receive and 6 digs. Aubrey Helser had 2 kills, 2 blocks, and 6 digs, and Tessa Bradley served 11/11 with 2 aces, adding 7 assists and 8 digs.
The Teays Valley volleyball team will be back on the court Saturday, September 14, when they take on Licking Heights in Worthington for a 10:15 a.m. start time and a 11:30 a.m. start time for the match against Worthington Kilbourne.
(Picture credit to TV volleyball)
TVHS boys golf claim share of OCC Buckeye 9/11/2024
Vikings Dominate the Links, Claim Share of OCC Buckeye Division Boys Golf Championship!
The Vikings golf team delivered a stellar performance, shooting a combined 332 to secure a commanding 20-shot win over Lancaster and a 21-shot victory over first-place Reynoldsburg. This impressive win, coupled with Reynoldsburg's third-place finish, propelled the Vikings to a share of their first-ever OCC Buckeye Division Golf Championship title!
Senior Caden Sherman led the charge with an 81, while sophomore Noah Hilgenberg carded an 83. Seniors Carter Hutchison and Vance Hanger each contributed an 84, and senior Branson Crabtree added an 87. This marks the Teays Valley’s inaugural Ohio Capital Conference Championship in golf.
The Vikings will tee off again at The Buzz scramble on Saturday for an 8:00 am tee-off.
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TVHS Boys Soccer at Central Crossing 09/10
Teays Valley boys soccer secured a convincing 4-0 win over Central Crossing, dominating this non-league matchup against the Comets.
The Vikings' offense took time to find its rhythm, but Max Spencer broke the tie with 14:15 remaining in the first half, scoring the opening goal. The teams entered halftime with Teays Valley leading 1-0.
In the second half, Gavin Waters sparked the Vikings' attack, scoring his first goal of the night with 33:59 on the clock. Max Spencer doubled his tally at 11:43, extending Teays Valley's lead. A penalty inside the box awarded Waters a penalty kick, which he converted, sealing the 4-0 victory.
Teays Valley boys soccer returns to action tomorrow, Thursday, September 12th, hosting Groveport Madison in an OCC Buckeye division matchup.
Google Doc with pictures
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TVHS Volleyball vs. Chillicothe 9/9
Teays Valley volleyball spiked the Chillicothe in their "Spike Out Cancer" game against the Cavaliers, winning in four sets.
Teays Valley’s hitting percentage was higher than Chillicothe's, with a percentage of.157 compared to 150. "We served more aggressively last night and finished with 16 aces and a serving percentage of 95.8%," said Horsley. Ella Miles had a perfect serve and receive night, with 5 aces and 10 digs. "Ella played one of her best games of the season, and I was excited for our team to beat Chillicothe and win our 'Spike Out Cancer' game." "The girls put so much effort into making signs and decorating to make this game special for their loved ones affected by cancer, and it was great to top the special night off with a win," said TV Coach Amy Horsley.
Despite the win, Coach Horsley saw some areas for improvement, including serve-receive and limiting mistakes. "We still need to work to continue to improve our serve receive because our overall rating of 1.37 was lower than Chillicothe's 1.44," said Horsley. The team also struggled with errors, committing 47 on the night. "There is no way to win when you commit 18 errors in one set," said Horsley.
This game was particularly meaningful for the team, as several players and coaches have been affected by cancer. "I know how hard it is," said Coach Horsley, whose own mom was diagnosed with cervical cancer in the spring. "This game was also important to Coach Caudill because her parents are currently battling breast cancer and leukemia." The team raised $922 through online donations and at least $500 through a basket raffle, all of which will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Added Horsley
Ellie Tatman led the team with 26 digs and added 16 successful serve receives out of 18 attempts, 7 assists, and 1 ace. Ella Miles had a perfect serving night, going 24/24 with 5 aces, and also had 11 successful passes out of 11 attempts, while contributing 10 digs and 1 assist. Jenna Pence paced the team with 17 kills and added 4 blocks, while also achieving a perfect 3/3 in serve receive. Noa Craft chipped in with 8 kills and 4 blocks, followed by Brianna Helser with 7 kills and 1 block. Allie Carte added 5 kills and 2 digs, while Abby Henderson and Aubrey Helser contributed 4 and 2 kills, respectively. Ella McGee and Zoie Hall rounded out the scoring with 1 kill each, with McGee also adding 2 blocks and 5 digs. Brenna Carothers had a strong all-around game with 8 digs, 6 aces, 15 successful serve receives, 1 block, and 1 assist. Emma Minton led the team with 22 assists and added 1 kill, 4 digs, and 1 ace, while Tessa Bradley contributed 14 assists and 4 digs.
The TV volleyball team will be back on the court today (Tuesday, September 10th) for an OCC Buckeye division match in Newark against the Wildcats.
Google Document with pictures
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TVHS Athletics Round Up 9/7-9/9
Teays Valley girls tennis team vs. Lancaster 9/9
The Teays Valley girls tennis team faced Lancaster on Monday, resulting in a 4-1 loss. However, Lexie Young and Lauren Miller secured the only Vikings wins on the afternoon
This was Teays Valley girls tennis first OCC loss, which will put them at 7-5 overall and 2-1 in the OCC Buckeye. They will be back on the court on Tuesday against Canal Winchester.
The Teays Valley girls golf at Oakhaven OCC # 3 tournament 9/9
The Teays Valley girl's golf team competed in the third OCC tournament at Oakhaven on Monday. The team finished third with a score of 412. Adison Abel led the Vikings with 98, followed by Brooklyn Lowry's 100, Morgan Laxton's 106, and Makinna Pinion's 108.
Teays Valley girls soccer vs. Licking Heights 9/7
On Saturday, they emerged victorious with a 3-1 win. They will return to the pitch on Thursday, September 12, to face Groveport.
TVHS Boys Cross Country at Mason Invitational 9/7
The Teays Valley boys cross country team participated in the Mason Invitational on Saturday and finished 15th place out of 19 teams.
Fourteen out of 17 Teays Valley runners achieved season-best times, a “notable feat given the demanding nature of the course,” says the TVHS Cross Country Staff. The Vikings leaders were Brayden Fraley (103rd, 18:45), Logan Moore (109th, 19:02), Nolan Lupfer (121st, 19:33), Xavier Clay (124th, 19:47), Clark Thompson (128th, 20:06), and Colin Carvel (138th, 20:39). Additionally, Rylee Jacobs and Luke Thompson delivered notable performances in the open race.
The TV Boys Cross Country team will return on September 21st at Dublin Jerome.
Teays Valley Girls Cross County at Mason Invitational 9/7
The Teays Valley Girls Cross Country team delivered an impressive performance at the Mason Invitational, a challenging course known for its hills. They secured 5th place out of 17 teams.
Katy Zang led the Vikings, claiming first place for the third consecutive week and breaking her own school record set just two weeks prior. Zang finished with a remarkable time of 17:14, leaving her closest competitor 1:34 behind. Other standout performers included Reese Galinger (12th place) and Addie Kepler (17th place). The cross country staff praised the duo, saying, "They continue to show out as one of the top two or three punches in the state."
Rounding out the top five for the Vikings were Kate Charter (53rd place) and Julie Charter (64th place). The XC staff highlighted said “Julie Charter is showing more confidence and putting together a complete race. Grace Thanasack showed toughness throughout the whole race.
Claire Krouse showed improvement and more comfort on the course as she rounded out the top seven for the Vikings. Presley Damron competed for the first time this year in the open race, making her season debut.
Leaderboard for the Vikings were Scoring for the Vikings in the Varsity Race: Katy Zang 1st (17:14), Reese Galinger 12th (20:16), Addie Kepler 20:30 (17th), Kate Charter 53rd (21:54), Julie Charter 64th (22:10), Grace Thanasack 68th (22:20), and Claire Krouse 82nd (22:52).
The girls Cross County will be back in action on September 21st at Dublin Jerome.
Teays Valley girls soccer vs Reynoldsburg
Teays Valley girls soccer blanks Reynoldsburg 5–0 in this OCC Buckeye league match.
The Vikings struck quickly when Mackenzie Robinette scored at 32:16 for the Vikings. Ella Jacob began the second half just a short 20 seconds in at 39:34 to take a 2-0 lead, then Aleah Gilliland a short six minutes later made the score 3-0. Jacob put another one in for the Vikings at 14:24 to make the lead four four nothing. Then Sophia Hastler took a bump from the Reynoldsburg defender and snuck one pass a sliding Raiders goalie to round out the Teays Valley 5–0 win.
Teays Valley girls soccer will be back on the field on Saturday for 1130 start time against Licking Heights, then will be back in action Thursday, September 12, and then get back in the league play against Groveport Madison.
Google Doc with pictures
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TVHS Athletics roundup 09/05
Teays Valley girls tennis vs. Groveport
Teays Valley girls tennis was on the court for a home league meet against Groveport Madison and tamed the Cruisers 11-0.
Winning their matches and straight sets for varsity singles were Presley Hamilton, Abby Baker, and *Zoey Porter. Four doubles: Grace Murlin, Julia Kramer, Shelby Spires, and Lexi Young all swept Groveport. On the JV side, Lily Miller, Audrey Hines, Lauren Hodges, Maria Knupp, Brielle Cannon, Alle Carle, Kimber Martin, and Maddie Frymyer all had a clean sweep.
Teays Valley girls tennis will be back on the road Monday, September 9 against Bloom Carol for a 4:30 first serve.
Teays Valley boys soccer @ Reynoldsburg
The Teays Valley boys soccer team was also on the field in Reynoldsburg against the Raiders and would drop 6-1. The boys soccer team will see the pitch next on September 10 at home against Central Crossing for a non-matchup.
*so sorry I have been spelling your name wrong.
TV volleyball vs. Canal Winchester 9/5
The Teays Valley volleyball team was on the court against Canal Winchester for an OCC matchup and would lose in four sets to the Indians, 17-25, 21-25, 25-20, 20-25.
“We started off not in a very uncharacteristic way, not playing well at all. We were simply struggling on both defense and offense, and I felt like we simply weren’t ready to play. We were letting balls hit the court and not communicating. I called a timeout and told the girls that I was fine if we lost as long as we played hard and gave our best effort, and we needed to play hard at least. They did fight back after that, but it wasn’t enough to get out of the deep hole we dug early in the set. We played better in the second set, and then we were able to start off strong and play more consistently to win the third set. We told the girls after the game that this was a good loss that we could learn from because they battled and didn’t give up or quit playing.
Brianna Helser finished with a team-high of 11 kills, and Aubrey Helser had her best game of the season, finishing with 5 kills. Tessa Bradley played a great game with 19 assists and 11 digs, and Ellie Tatman continues to play consistently and lead on defense. She had 33/34 serve-receive passes, 14 digs, 4 assists, and she was 1/1 hitting and excited to get a kill. I was very proud of her (Brianna) for her decision-making and versatility as a hitter. She placed the ball more effectively last night and used more “tools” in her “hitting toolbox.” She has worked hard in practice to adjust her shoulders when approaching the ball, and I was very proud of her for how she played last night.”
The stat book for the Vikings was Ellie Tatman with a 33/34 serve receive, 14 digs, 4 assists, and 1 kill. Ella Miles had 17/19 serving with 2 aces, 17/20 serve receive, and 11 digs. Tessa Bradley added 19 assists, 11 digs, and 13/14 serving with 2 aces. Emma Minton contributed 14 assists, 6 digs, and 18/19 serving with 1 ace. 11 kills, 2 blocks, and 4 digs for Brianna Helser, Jenna Pence had 8 kills, 2 blocks, and 4 digs. Allie Carte was credited with 7 kills. Aubrey Helser got 5 kills and 2 blocks. Noa Craft was written down for 5 kills. Ella McGee: 2 kills, 4 blocks, and 2 digs Brenna Carothers rounded out the scorebook with 9 digs, 2 aces, and 1 kill.
Coaches Thoughts: Our serve-receive rating was again lower last night with 1.52 compared to Canal’s 1.74. Serve, receive was a huge issue, especially in the first set. We struggled from the beginning, and it affected our setters and offense too. We made improvements throughout the night, but we have to be more consistent and win the serve-receive game more. Our hitting percentage was.129 compared to Canal's.204. Errors hurt us as we finished with several more than Canal did. Volleyball is a game of errors, and we must find a way to make fewer errors and produce more points. Consistency is something that we need to continue to improve to be able to compete with strong teams.
The Teays Valley volleyball team will be back in action on Monday for a nonleague matchup against Chillicothe, the game will be a spike for cancer game that raises money for the American Cancer Society
Google Doc with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XfqHILwTtl9QZAIo_mF8CiZSJHT0nSUtIkY4zhIY2rY/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS Athletics Round-up 9/03
TVHS Boys Soccer vs. Westland
The Teays Valley boys soccer team was in action and would travel to Westland on Tuesday and would drop three to one against the Cougars.
The boy's soccer team will be back in action at Reynoldsburg on Thursday, September 5 for a 7:15 pm first kick.
Teays Valley girls tennis vs. Reynoldsburg
Teays Valley girl's tennis team was in action on Tuesday as well in a match against Reynoldsburg and won 4-1.
Teays Valley singles number two Abby Baker would win in straight sets and varsity singles; Abby Baker and Zoe Proctor won in straight sets and then doubles. Julia Kramer, Grace Merlin, Shelby Spires, and Lexi Young all won in straight sets against the Raiders.
The tennis team will be back on the courts Thursday for another OCC Buckeye division match against Groveport Madison, slated for a 4:30 PM first serve.
TV Boys Golf @ Lancaster Invitational
The boy's golf team was an action from the Lancaster Invitational on Tuesday. The Vikings would place. The Vikings were led by Cayden Sherman, who dropped an 84; Noah Hilgenberg shot an 87; Vance Hanger carded a 90; Branson Crabtree had an 81; and Carter Hudson rounded out the Viking scores with a 92. Valley Boys Golf will be back in action on Saturday for the Grove Invitational at Hickory Hills Golf Club in Grove City, Ohio.
TVHS girls soccer vs. Cristo Ray 9/03
The Teays Valley girl's soccer team was in action for some non-league play on Tuesday and would be the Cristo Ray Cougars 10-0.
The Vikings goals on the night were Herbert, E. Gaal, Frabott, Clark, Hastler, Brumfield, Jacob, Rice, and Gozdor.
The Teays Valley girl's soccer team will be back in action for some OCC league play on Thursday against the Reynoldsburg Raiders for a 7:15 first kick.
TVHS Cross County at the Westerville North Classic 8/31
TV Boys XC
The Teays Valley boys cross country toed the line at the Westerville North Classic. Despite a week of dealing with the extreme heat, the boys locked in and were ready to race for this flat and fast race. The boys finished 17th out of 20 teams, and the Vikings will return to the same course for the OCC Championship race in October. Individual standouts on the day included Brayden Fraley and Colin Carvel leading the way for the Vikings, and Luke Little raced in the Open race.
Times for the Vikings included: Brayden Fraley-99th (19:14), Colin Carvel-105th (19:36), Nolan Lupfer-114th (19:57), Clark Thompson-117th (20:06), Xavier Clay-118th (20:08), Logan Moore-123rd (20:33), and Riley Jacobs-127th (21:01).
TV girls XC
The Teays Valley Girls cross country team shot out of the gates Saturday for the Westerville North XC classic. Three of Teays' participants were a part of Teays Valley’s Golden Sound and performed at the football game Friday. The game was moved back due to the extreme heat, and it was an away game. Kate Charter, Lila Merritt, and Julie Charter all had reason to complain, but the XC staff said, “Whether it be exposure to heat, lack of sleep, or whatever valid reason that truly did exist, however, without a word, all three ladies showed up and showed out, and it was an example of toughness that was well respected.” Katy Zang raced her way to the front of the pack and stayed there; Reese Galinger and Addie Keplar worked as a duo and navigated their way through the Warriors course; Grace Thanasack is working hard and “looking to be dangerous as the season goes on,” say XC Country staff. This, combined with a strong team showing from the Vikings, helped them finish 3rd out of 18 teams.
The scorers for the Vikings were: Katy Zang 1st (17:18), Reese Galinger 12th (20:15), Addie Keplar 15th (20:25), Grace Thanasack 35th (21:20), Kate Charter 61st (22:15), Iris Ardrey 71st (22:40), and Claire Krouse 89th (23:20).
By: Jacob Merideth, TV Athletic Beat Writer
TVHS Volleyball vs. Groveport Madison 9/02
Teays Valley took their second OCC Buckeye Division win as they defeated Groveport Madison in three sets of 25-12, 25-18, and 25-19.
The Vikings would control the first set over the Crusiers; in the second set, Groveport pushed back a bit but lost the second. The red and black would score the third set's first four points, but after a Teays timeout, the Vikings took over and sent the Crusiers home in straight set fashion.
“I continue to be proud of the girls for playing through the rough moments on the court. Their mindset and resiliency continue to get stronger. In the third set, we got down 4-0 at the start as Groveport started with a point because I needed to write the libero and captain numbers on the lineup sheet with less than a minute left. We started poorly in serve receive, so we were quickly down 4-0. The girls fought back to regain the lead and win the set,” TV coach Amy Horsley said.
The Vikings were led by Ellie Tatman: 16 digs, 3 assists, 17/17 serving with 4 aces, 13/14 serving receive. Emma Minton: 12/12 serving with 1 ace, 16 assists, 2 digs Tessa Bradley-8/10 serving with 1 ace, 14 assists, 5 digs Jenna Pence: 14 kills, 3 blocks Ella McGee: 7 kills, 3 blocks, 2 digs, 1 ace Allie Carte: 6 kills, 8/9 serve receive, 4 digs Brianna Helser: 5 kills Noa Craft: 4 kills, 2 blocks Zoie Hall: 2 kills Aubrey Helser: 2 digs Katie Reynard, Brenna Carothers, and Ella Mileseach 5 digs. “ Jenna Pence continues to be a strong hitter for us, as she led the game with 14 kills. She has worked very hard and is focused during every practice. I love her mindset when things are not good enough in practice. For example, in a hitting drill, she might earn her 5th kill, but she will say, “That wasn’t good enough. I want another one.” Allie Carte has played consistently the past two games and finished with six kills. Emma Minton led the team with 16 assists and 12/12 serving. I noticed before the game that Emma had gotten our weighted setter ball out and was against the ball warming up. She is always asking for feedback from her hitters, and she asked immediately after the game what she could work on to improve. Emma is a player who lives for the game of volleyball, and it shows every single day in practice and games. Ellie Tatman led the team with 16 digs, 17/17 serving with 4 aces, 13 serve receive passes, and 3 assists. Ellie’s volleyball knowledge and communication on the court always help our team tremendously.” Coach Horsley said
Coaches' overall thoughts: We played very well in the first set to win 25-12, but we made many errors throughout the night. One of our main goals has been to produce more than 15 points and make less than 8 errors in each set. Last night we only made 4 hitting errors in the first set, and then we had at least 6 in both the second and third sets. In addition to the hitting errors, we also had some missed serves, shanked passes on serve receive, multiple net violations, and one out-of-rotation call against us. We made two more overall errors than Groveport did last night, but we still managed to produce more points and win. Our service was 93.9 compared to Groveport's 85.7%. Groveport won the serve-receive game with a 1.52 rating compared to our 1.50. Our team hitting % was 144, which needs to be higher. Our practice today will focus on serve receive and consistency and execution in hitting, as well as continuing to work on running different offenses. The girls are doing a great job of trying to run an actual offense right now, especially on free balls and perfect passes on serve receive, and I am excited to see that when it happens.
Tuesday was youth ball night, and the Vikings hosted their Teays Valley Youth Volleyball League members. “It was great to have some of our youth league players in the crowd tonight. I loved seeing the high school and youth league players together after the game. I encourage the girls to build a legacy, and youth league is a huge part of that. I think it is pretty special how much the youth league players look up to the older girls.” Horsley added
Google Doc with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CpVW21Mllvf0rotZl3BNh9NAXDe9VMKInVPfaOjKn5E/edit?usp=sharing
By: Jacob Merideth, TV Athletic Beat Writer
TVHS Volleyball vs. Watkins Memorial 8/31
Vikings volleyball battled the Warriors and won in 4 sets (23-25, 25-20, 25-22, 25-21) for a Saturday non-league match over Watkins Memorial.
Teays lost the first set to Watkins on Saturday morning but were able to regain their focus and win the following three sets. “Our team was able to make plays when we needed to in order to win the match. I was proud of the girls for staying positive and finishing strong to be the first team to reach 25, which is the one that matters most. It wasn’t always pretty, but the girls are developing some grit and resilience, which are both necessary as we continue in our season. We have continued to improve at handling adversity on the court.” TV coach Amy Horsley said.
Teays Valley lost the receiving battle with Watkins; the Viking's rating was 1.69 compared to the Warrior's 2.15. “We continue to work on serve receive in every practice, and this is something we want to win every match. Our hitting percentage was lower on Saturday than it has been in previous games; we finished the game with an overall hitting percentage of.058, but this will continue to be a focus for our hitters, and we did win in the errors,” Horsley said. The Vikings had 49 errors compared to the Watkins' 64.
Leading the way for the Vikings were Brianna Helser with 9 kills and 4 blocks, Ella McGee had 7 kills with 2 blocks, Allie Carte collected 7 kills and 1 block, and Jenna Pence had 6 kills and 3 blocks. Noa Craft got 4 kills and 6 blocks. Ellie Tatman added 20 digs with a serve receive of 23/24; Ella Miles had 17 digs; Aubrey Helser had 1 kill and 4 blocks; Emma Minton had 17 assists, one ace, and 7 digs. Tessa Bradley gave out 12 assists, got 1 ace, and 8 digs; Brenna Carothers was credited with 6 digs. “Noa (Craft) had her best game of the season; she had 4 kills and a team-high 6 blocks and led the team in hitting percentage. I loved seeing her be aggressive and swing hard in the middle,” added Horsley.
Vikings were in action on 9/03 against OCC division mate Groveport. I will have a recap today (09/04).
Teays Valley volleyball at Reynoldsburg 8/29
The Teays Valley volleyball team hit the road and looted the Raiders as the Vikings would sweep Reynoldsburg in straight sets. 25-10, 25-19, 26-24
“We got a little bit sloppy in the second and third sets, and we made too many errors. With that said, I was extremely proud of our team in the third set. We were not playing well and were down by at least four points, so I called a timeout and made a substitution. The girls went out of the way with a different mindset, and they were able to regain their composure and refocus to come back and win the set 26-24. We have talked a lot lately about being able to handle when things get difficult on the court, and when we face adversity, we have talked about simply being able to play the entire set and finish. Our team was able to do that last night. We didn’t fall short; we actually came back from a deficit to win, and it was great to see the girls accomplish that. TV coach Amy Horsley said
Teays Valley controlled the first set handily, but in the second set the Raiders defeated the Vikings, and in the third set the purple and gold pushed the Teays to the brink and made it to a win-by-two situation, but the blue and gold would pull out the win in a 26-24 fashion. Leading the way for the Vikings was Jenna Pence, who had 12 kills, five digs, and three blocks. Brianna Helser had five kills and two blocks; Ella McGee stated 4 kills, and 2 blocks. Allie Carte put up 3 kills, Brenna Carothers had two kills and 10 digs, and Zoie Hall had two kills.
“I was very excited for our team for their strong performance in the first set. We started off playing very consistently and executed well to win the first set 25-10. We worked to run different offenses in practice on Wednesday, and it was wonderful to see the girls do this during the game. I challenged my setters to execute a “setter dump,” and Emma Minton accomplished that. Jenna Pence and Ella McGee were working together to run offenses we put in for free balls. Our players were aggressive and less predictable on offense.” Says Horsley
To highlight some performances from the game, “Ellie Tatman played another solid defensive game, and both setters, Emma Minton and Tessa Bradley, played great defense and connected with our hitters. Jenna Pence and Brianna Helser both hit the ball very well last night to lead the team in kills, and Brenna Carothers continues to be a consistent offensive and defensive player on the court, finishing with 2 kills and 10 digs,” Horsley added.
Teays Valley will be playing at home on Tuesday, September 3rd, against Groveport, and it will be youth league night. Teays Valley volleyball players have worked to help the youth volleyball run a league for grades K–8. They run practice on Wednesday nights and games on Sundays, and on Monday, September 9th, Teays Valley is holding a spike for cancer game that raises money for the American Cancer Society. “This is a game that means a lot to the players and me personally this year, as my mom was just diagnosed with cancer. It is something that proves to the girls that there are so many important things in the world and they can make a positive impact on other people and society.” Horsley said. This game will be against the Chillicothe Cavaliers.
Stats-
Jenna Pence: 12 kills, 5 digs, 3 blocks
Brianna Helser: 5 kills, 2 blocks,
Ella McGee: 4 kills, 2 blocks
Allie Carte: 3 kills
Brenna Carothers: 2 kills, 10 digs
Zoie Hall:2 kills
Emma Minton: 1 kill, 17 assists,
Aubrey Helser: 1 kill
Tessa Bradley-8 assists, 4 digs,
Ellie Tatman: 13 digs,
Noa Craft: 4 blocks
TVHS Athletics Round-up
Teays Valley girls tennis 8/26
The Teays Valley girls tennis took to the courts on Monday, August 26, and took on the Circleville Tigers and swept the black and red 5-0.
Presley Hamilton for varsity singles picked up the win in straight sets. Abby Baker for varsity singles two had a clean sweep in straight sets. Zoe Proctor for varsity singles 3 cruised to a straight-set victory. For doubles, Julia Kramer, Grace Merlin, Shelby Spires, and Lexie Young all swept the Tigers.
The TV girl's tennis team matches with Lancaster on 8/27 and Washington Courthouse on 8/28 was canceled, and they lost to Bishop Waterson 5-0 on Thursday 8/29. The girls' tennis team will get back to action after Labor Day on Tuesday, September 3, when they start league play against the Reynoldsburg Raiders.
TVHS Soccer at Lancaster-8/29
The Teays Valley girl's soccer team opened up league play against the Lancaster Golden Gales on Thursday, and they were defeated by losing 4-2.
The Vikings and the Gales were tied at halftime 1-1, but an offensive explosion by Lancaster put three goals on Teays Valley in the second half to take the win. Scores for the Vikings were by Brooklyn Herbert and Kenadi Crye, and keeper Keirstyn Shaffer had 3 saves in goal.
The Teays Valley girls' soccer team will be back in action after the long weekend on Tuesday as well and will face off with Cristo Ray.
TVHS boys soccer vs. Lancaster 8/29
Vikings boys soccer survived an early gust of wind and withstood the Lancaster Golden Gales 7-2 behind a hat trick from Max Spencer and Gavin Waters to pick up their first OCC Buckeye division win.
Lancaster scored early with 34:15 to go in the first when Eseqiuel Pereyra snuck a shot by the Vikings goaltender due to some congestion in the box. Two minutes later, Max Spencer roped a shot past the Lancaster goalie and tied the game up at 1-1. Spencer also connected with another one at 28:47 to take a 2-1 lead in the match. Then three consecutive goals from Gavin Waters at 23:48, 7:07, and 4:41 to take the 5-1 lead into the half and give him yet another hat trick. It only took 10 minutes into the second half for Max Spencer to absorb contact and soft-roll a ball through the goalkeeper's legs to give him a hat trick with 30:59 to go in the second half. At 8:40, Lancaster junior Marcus Niceswanger buzzed a ball past the Teays Valley goalie to make the score 6-2. Teays junior Michael Williams scored late to extend the lead back to five and put a cap on the Vikings's 7-2 win and pick up Teays Valley boys soccer’s first division win as an OCC member.
TV Boys Soccer will return on the pitch Tuesday after the long weekend to travel to Galloway and face Westland.
TVHS
Gavin Waters (3)
Max Spencer (3)
Michael Williams (1)
LHS
Eseqiuel Pereyra (1)
Marcus Niceswanger (1)
Google Doc with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XKaPs-IrgV3oJTLGJZQNn5-Wkot9G9ZclYAMjOcxD2w/edit?usp=sharing
“Up and Down” with TVHS Golf-08/28
TV Girls Golf @ Blacklick Woods OCC #3
The Teays Valley girl's golf team was an action from Blacklick Woods golf course, and they would take second place with an overall team score of 196. The Vikings were led by two golfers, Adison Abel and Brooklynn Lowery, who dropped a 48. Makinna Pinion had a 49, Taylor Strawser put a 51 on the scorecard, and Morgan Laxton penciled in a 57 for the blue and gold. The Teays Valley girls golf team currently sits in second place in the OCC Buckeye conference next up for the girls; they will play the county championships on September 6 at Foxfires Player Club.
TVHS boys golf @ Derby Creek OCC #3
The Teays Valley boys golf team hit the fairways from Darby Creek for OCC number three and was shortened due to the heat. The Vikings finished in third place with a total score of 173. Reynoldsburg took the win with a score of 157; Lancaster was second with a 169. Pickerington Central got fourth with 176; Newark was in fifth place with a 178; Logan was in sixth place with a 186; and seventh place was Canal Winchester with a 187; then Groveport ended the afternoon with a 216. The match medalist was Tanner Wood of Reynoldsburg, who shot a low 34. The Vikings were led by Noah Hilgenberg, who dropped a 37; he was paced by Vance Hanger, who shot a 41; and Will Griffith and Carter Hutchinson had a 47. Teays Valley Boys Golf are back in action on Saturday for a 1 PM tee-off from Pine Hills golf course.
TVHS Volleyball vs. Lancaster 8/27
The Lancaster Golden Gales came to Ashville and took Teays Valley to five sets and beat the Vikings in this first OCC divisional game (LHS-19-25,TV-25-10,TV-25-15,LHS-21-25,LHS-13-15)
“Our team showed much heart and put up a great fight. Of course, we are competitive and love to win, and losing a close game that I think we could have won is never fun, but with that said, we have also realized that there are more important things than winning. The girls stayed positive and showed a fight that we haven’t always had, and they worked through adversity and handled hard things, and the girls encouraged each other and worked together. There were so many positive things from the game. One of our goals has been to limit our mistakes and play more consistently, and for the most part, we were able to do that. We had 46 errors for the night compared to Lancaster’s 51. We finished with a better serve percentage, and we had a 95.1 compared to their 93.6.” Said TV coach Amy Horsley
Lancaster took the first set convincingly from Teays Valley 25-9, but the Vikings pushed back and dominated the second set as they came back from a 0-6 deficit and only allowed the Gales to score 4 more points to close out the set with a 25-10 victory. The third set was taken by the blue and gold, and then the fourth set was closely contested, but the Golden Gales beat the Vikings 25-21. Then in the fifth tiebreaker to 15, the Vikings would drop by two points, and Lancaster would win 15 to 13 and collect their first OCC division win. ”I was so proud of our team for the fight that they showed, especially in the second set. We got down 0-6, and I called a timeout. The girls returned to the court with a different mindset, focus, and determination. They played so efficiently and consistently that we gained momentum and never lost it that set. I keep telling the girls that they need to be confident because they have the skills they need to compete; we just have to continue to build the confidence, mindset, and heart set we need to play an entire match and fight through when we lose a point. We have to be able to stop the other team from going on a run.” Horsley said.
Teays Valley’s Ellie Tatman finished the night with 28/30 serve receptions, 25 digs, and 4 assists. Jenna Pence ended the night with 21 kills, a .313 hitting percentage, and two blocks, and Brianna Helser had a consistent night with 14 kills and a hitting percentage of.370. Sophomore setter Emma Minton finished with a team-high of 31 assists, 1 kill, and 4 digs. Tessa Bradley finished with 15 assists and 7 digs. Ella Miles junior finished with 15 digs, 22/22 serving, and 15/16 on serve receive, and Teays as a team finished with an overall hitting percentage of .190, higher than Lancaster’s .152.
“Jenna continues to progress and has a strong mentality and presence on the court, and it was great to see 7 out of 8 players with positive hitting percentages because one goal of ours was to be more aggressive and consistent in our attacks. The number of kills and our higher hitting percentages showed that we accomplished that goal. Brianna Helser was also very consistent with 14 kills and a hitting percentage of.370. Ellie (Tatman) continues to excel in every single game; she is a leader on the court as her communication helps all players on the court and is always reading the court and directing our hitters as they go up in their approach. Emma (Minton) hustles and works hard at practice every single day and is committed to this team and getting better and gives it everything she has and leaves it all on the court. Tessa (Bradley) also had a great game and finished with 15 assists and 7 digs, and Ella (Miles) has been a great addition to the varsity team and is performing well in games.” Horsley added
The Teays Valley volleyball team will be back in action for another OCC Buckeye division game on Thursday at Reynoldsburg Summit Campus on August 29 for a 7 o’clock first serve.
TVHS Box Score
Jenna Pence: 21 kills, 2 blocks, 3 digs
Brianna Helser: 14 kills, 1 block, 6 digs
Brenna Carothers: 3 kills, 15 serve receive passes, 7 digs
Ellie Tatman: 28/30 serve receive, 25 digs
Aubrey Helser: 3 kills, 1 block, 1 dig
Noa Craft: 2 kills, 2 blocks
Ella McGee: 7 kills, 2 blocks, 9 digs
Ella Miles: 22/22 serving, 15/16 serve receive, 2 kills, and 15 digs
Tessa Bradley: 15 assists, 7 digs
Emma Minton: 31 assists, 4 digs, 1 kill
Allie Carte: 1 kill, 4 digs
Google doc with pictures
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14SQL6MKW7V_aqf2CQFQcvre46T5oxU_U2nOVIv6QPqk/edit?usp=sharing
TVHS boys soccer vs. Centennial-8/27
The Vikings soccer team dimmed the Stars and would pull out a 2-0 shutout victory over Centennial with two early goals to start the first and second half.
The scoring started a short 30 seconds into the game when Vikings' Max Spencer put a ball to the back of the net at 39:26 in the first half. In the second half at 27:40, Carter Hill put one past the Stars keeper to put a bow on the Blue and Gold's second shutout of the season and would take the win over the City League Centennial Stars.
The Teays Valley boys soccer team will play their first OCC Buckeye divisional game at home at Viking Stadium for a varsity-only 7:30 kickoff on Thursday, August 29.
(Google Doc link with pictures)
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Wz-fhq1EIAoUkYC26I8fvmU7yRi9ldPyNGr0T10P6-c/edit?usp=sharing
Teays Valley girls soccer vs. Hamilton Township-08/26
Teays Valley girls soccer takes down Hamilton Township 3-0 behind two goals from Mackenzie Robinette.
The action began with 32:55 to go on the first half clock when senior Mackenzie Robinette took a shot from Hamilton Township goalie and also headed the ball in the net to take a 1-0 lead. Robinette arched a ball over the Rangers netminder in the second half at 37:20 to collect her second goal of the night. Vikings senior Ella Jacob snuck a goal with 14:40 to go in the game with a congested goal area for the blue and gold to leave Obetz with a win over their former MSL foe.
The Teays Valley girl's soccer team will return to the field and begin their 2024 OCC Buckeye schedule on Thursday away against Lancaster.
Teays Valley XC Newark Catholic Invitational: 08/24
TVHS Girls Cross County
The Teays Valley girl's cross-country team began their season at the Bryn Du Mansion. They faced off with Big Walnut, Bishop Watterson, Granville, and Fairfield Union. Out of a total of 13 teams, the girls finished in third place, led by 2023 state qualifier Katie Zang. She finished with a time of 17:17. Reese Galinger finished 10th with a time of 20:06, and Addie Kepler finished 12th with a time of 21:11. Katie Charter finished 24th and posted a 21:50 time. Grace Thanasack had a 22:14 mark for 34th. Iris Ardey had a 22:16 run, and Julia Charter added a time of 23:38 seconds for 51st. The highlight was Junior. Katy Zang, who set the TVHS new school record of 17:17, broke the previous record held by Lora Overholt by 1:21. “A tough, tight race from start to finish saw the girls end up in third place. The girls continued to show a strong ability to remain tough and challenge themselves to the best of their abilities. With much to learn and continue to work for, the girls can be proud of the start they had to their season." This quote was posted by the XC coaches.
TVHS Boys Cross County
The Teays Valley boys cross country team also started their season at the Bryn Du Mansion for the Newark Catholic Invitational, and the boys finished 10th out of 16 teams. They were led by Logan Moore, who finished 52nd with a time of 19:04; Brayden Fraley had a time of 19:17, good for 56th place. Nolan Lupfer finished 63rd with a time of 19:47. Colin Carvel finished 70th with a time of 20:25, Xavier Clay finished at 78 with a time of 20:57. Riley Jacob finished 79th with a time of 21:57, and Mason Holbein finished 80th with 21:09. ” Through dedication and work ethic, the boys have been showing steady improvement since the last cross-country season, and those efforts were not without reward. The boys finished 10th out of 16 teams. Last year, at this time, the boys had finished 21st out of 21 teams at Pickerington. Great strides forward for a young, emerging team. Now they know where they are and can look to continue to climb the ladder as the season progresses,” says the Cross County coaching staff.
TVHS Athletics round up 8/23-8/24
TVHS Girls Tennis Invitational
The Teays Valley girl's tennis team took the court Saturday for the Teays Valley girls' tennis invitational. Julia Kramer and Grace Murlin at least first and doubles for varsity Zoey Proctor, number three in singles for Teays varsity, placed first, and Abby Baker placed second for the two singles. Lexi Young and Shelby Spires got second for doubles number two.
TVHS boys soccer
On Saturday, the Teays Valley boys soccer team traveled to Licking Heights and defeated the Hornets 5-1. The Vikings scored 4 points in the first half and 1 in the second half. The Teays JV team tied with Licking Heights 1-1. The boys were also active on Thursday and defeated Chillicothe. Timo Pursiainen had a goal assisted by Gavin Waters, and goalie Landon Engen had three saves against the Cavaliers.
TVHS Girls Soccer
The Teays Valley girl's soccer team was also in action on Thursday, and they defeated Chillicothe 9-1. The Vikings girls soccer team will be back in action Monday from Hamilton Township. I will be live from Obetz, covering for the TV Beat Report.
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By: Jacob Merideth, TV Athletic Beat Writer
Up and Down with TVHS Boys Golf
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On Saturday, the Teays Valley boys golf team was on the links when they traveled to Chapel Hill and finished 18th in the DeSales Invitational. Out of the total of 22 teams, Teays Valley shot 336 and was led by Caden Sherman, who shot 81. Vance Hanger and Noah Hilgenberg had 82, Carter Hutchinson had 91, and Trent Hicks got 98 on the scorecard. “I thought we had another good week last week. Our guys continue to get better around the greens. We need to do a better job off the tee in order to put us in a position to hit more greens in regulation. I thought we did a good job of that on Saturday at Chapel Hill.” TV coach Brian Barnett said.
On Wednesday, the golf team hit the fairways at Eaglesticks for the OCC shootout. Teays Valley shot 339 as a team and finished 15th. Noah Hilgenberg shot an 82; Vance Hager shot an 83; and Caden Sherman shot an 86. Carter Hutchinson shot an 88, and Branson Crabtree shot a 92. The Vikings next play on Wednesday at Darby Creek in the third OCC Tournament of the season. ”Going into OCC #3, our focus needs to be from 100 yards and in. If we can put ourselves in a position to get the ball in the hole in 3 shots or less from 100 yards, we will have a chance to win. We also can not make a big number. Making a lot of pars and bogeys will allow us to put up a solid number.” Barnett added
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TVHS Volleyball @ Circleville 08/22
Circleville-The Teays Valley Viking volleyball team was in action on Thursday, August 22 against former MSL rival the Circleville Tigers and would drop three close competitive sets (26-24, 25-23, and 25-23). Circleville and Teays Valley went back and forth in every match. Ellie Tatman had 27 digs, going 22/22 serve receptions with three assists; Ella Miles had 10 digs with 13/14 serve receptions; Tessa Bradley had 10 digs and 12 assists; she also added 2 aces. Emma Minton 4 digs, 19 assists, 1 ace Ella McGee: 10 kills, 2 blocks Jenna Pence: 8 kills, 3 blocks Brianna Helser: 7 kills, 1 block Allie Carte: 6 kills Noa Craft: 4 kills, 1 block Brenna Carothers: 1 kill, 3 aces, 3 digs, 12 serve receptions Zoie Hall and Aubrey Helser had one kill each.
The Blue and Gold would come back from a 24-17 deficit in the 1st set to take it to a win-by-two situation, but Circleville made an adjustment against the Teays middle hitter, Ellie Tatman, who was avoided. “She was playing perfect defense last night, but we allowed their outsides to hit the line too many times, and they also beat us with several tips and shots to the deep,’ TV coach Amy Horsley said. Teays Valley finished the night with 38 errors compared to Circleville's 32, and that was the difference as the Vikings lost each set by two sets and had 11 hitting errors in the final set. Circleville finished the evening with higher serve, receive, and hit percentages, but Teays was able to finish with 1 more ace, 8 more digs, and 3 more blocks than the Tigers. "We had a strong start to each set to gain an early lead but then couldn’t finish the set. Our hitting percentages are currently higher than they have been because we have been working so much on our fundamentals and decision-making, and our defense also continues to improve, says Horsley. “Circleville was very impressive, staying mentally strong throughout the game because they were down early in each set, but they stayed calm and composed to fight back and forth to win each set. They never looked like they were playing chaotically or out of control, so we will continue to work on our fundamentals, especially with hitting and our chemistry, by having girls work most in the lineups that they will be in for games. Another focus that we will continue to emphasize is our mental game and how to respond and bounce back from adversity during a match. The girls are going to analyze a film from the game, and then we are going to meet on Monday after practice to discuss their analyses and watch some of the film together. I have given them a sheet of things that each position has to look for and state as they are watching. the film. I hope that this “classroom work” pays off and helps to build their IQ and knowledge.” Horsley added.
The Teays Valley volleyball team will be back in action on Tuesday, August 27, when they open league play in the OCC Buckeye against the Lancaster Golden Gales.
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TVHS Boys Soccer @ Franklin Heights 8/20
Teays Valley boys soccer took on Franklin Heights from Demorest Road in Columbus. And the Vikings would take down the Golden Falcons 11-2 in an offensive assault from the blue and gold. Teays Valley collected goals from Timo Pursiainen, who had three consecutive goals in the second half and six points on three shots. Landon Moore had one goal with two points on one shot. Gavin Waters had two shots and two goals with four points; Dominic Hopper had one shot with a goal and two points; and Maxwell Spencer led the way with four goals on four shots with eight points. “Really slow to start; we gave up a goal early due to a little miscommunication, but the boys battled back and really settled in and played the way that we are capable. Max Spencer had four, Timo had three, Gavin had two, and Dominic Hopper had a goal. Logan Moore had a goal, but the thing that I’m impressed with is the fact that we let pretty much our starters sit for the whole second half, and we really didn’t have a letdown out there in what we’re doing. It was good to see that they’re able to come out, step up, play together, play the system, and keep grinding,” TV Coach Shane Harber said.
TVHS Tuesday round-up: 08/20
By Jacob Merideth TV Athletic Beat Writer
TVHS girls tennis vs. Greenview
The first team in action for Tuesday, August 20 was the Teays Valley girls tennis team. They took the court on Greenview and swept them five to nothing. In singles, Presley Hamilton slept both sets for the varsity singles one. Abby Baker and varsity singles to one in straight sets. And varsity singles: Zoe Proctor, one in straight sets; and doubles: varsity number one. Julia Kramer and Grace Murlin defeated Greenview in straight sets as well, along with Shelby Spires and Lexi Young, who swept their sets.
TVHS Volleyball @ Westerville North
The Teays Valley volleyball team was in action and would rebound from their loss against Gahanna on Monday to beat the Westerville North Warriors in four sets, 23-25, 25-13, 25-16, and 25-15. Brenna Carothers had 9 kills, Ella McGee threw down 9 kills and 4 aces, Jenna Pence had 8 kills, Brianna Helser had 7, Noa Craft had 6, Zoie Hall had 3 kills, Allie Carte had 1 kill, Elle Tatman had 7 aces, and Emma Minton had 2 aces. “Tonight we lost the first set. We made some adjustments in the second and won, then stuck with what was working. I was proud of the girls tonight for their resilience and more consistent play. We made less than eight errors in the second, third, and fourth sets, and that’s our goal. On one set, we only had five total errors.
TV Boys Golf at The Players Club Bexley (Dual)
The Teays Valley boys golf team was in action from the players club at Foxfire and a dual with Bexley. The Vikings would defeat the Lions 175 to Bexley’s. 168, the Vikings were led by Caden Sherman and Branson Crabtree, who shot a 43; Noah Hilgenberg shot a 44; Carter Hutchinson and Vance Hanger dropped a 45, along with Trent Hicks. Vinny Molton shot a 48, and Will Griffith brought it out on the scoreboard with a 52. The Vikings will be back in action today, August 20 at Eagles Stick GC for the OCC shootout.
By: Jacob Merideth, TV Athletic Beat Writer
TVHS Girls Soccer vs. Central Crossing (8/19/2024)
The Teays Valley girls soccer team was in action on Monday as well; they took to the pitch to take on the Central Crossing Comets. The Vikings got started quickly when Brooklyn Herbert connected with a goal to take the lead early in the first half. Herbert would also score later in the half to collect both scores for the blue and gold and the first 40 minutes. Allie Rice began the scoring in the second half, and Ella Jacob also saw the back of the net and collected a goal in the final half. Teays benefitted from an own goal late in the game to take a 5-0 win. “I thought our effort was good. We were fortunate to score early on and want to make sure that we kept on playing because we always talk about whether it’s mistakes or something good at the beginning of the game. There’s always a long way to go in soccer, so we are proud that we kept our effort going, and after that, we kept playing hard. Our effort was good all night, and in the second half, the same thing happened: we came out and played hard right from the start, and that’s always good, and we just have to keep working hard every day, and we had some of our younger guys come in and play some important minutes for us, and that’s going to be very crucial for us going forward this season.” Says TV coach Jason Herbert.
TVHS Athletic Round-up
TVHS Girls Tennis vs. Washington Courthouse
The very first Monday TVHS roundup will feature the TVHS girl's tennis team that took on Washington Courthouse. The Vikings won 7-0 over the Washington Lions. Presley Hamilton, Abby Baker, and Zoe Proctor all won in straight sets. In doubles, Julia Kramer, Gracie Murlin, Shelby Spires, and Lexie Young also won in straight sets. On the JV side, doubles Elise Edwards and Lauren Miller and JV doubles Lily Miller and Avery Hines all sweep the Lions clean.
TVHS Volleyball vs. Gahanna Lincoln
TVHS volleyball team for their first game of the 2024 campaign. The Vikings took on the Gahanna Lions and dropped 25-23, 25-27, and 25-15. In the first set, Teays Valley was up 14-8 before Gahanna came back to take the first set. The Vikings had an 11-6 lead in the second set, and Deanna closed the set on a 19-7 run to take the second. In the third set, Teays came within two points at 7-5 in the early stages, but the Lions took control and took the match 25-15 to defeat the Vikings in straight sets. “I attribute our loss to too many errors because volleyball is a game of errors, and we made too many. We need to work on our passing because, against Gahanna, it was inconsistent, we had several hitters with low numbers for our hitting percentages, and we couldn’t put the ball away. One concern I had was that we continued to make the same errors, so we need to practice moving on to adjusting and fixing them, but I honestly feel like it was a little bit of first-game jitters that played a part. It was disappointing because we made more mistakes each set and lost by more points. I want us to compete and improve with each set, and we didn’t do that,” TV Coach Amy Horsley said. The Teays Valley volleyball team will be back in action today, August 20 against the Westerville North Warriors. This will be at Westerville North High School, slated for a 7 o’clock start time.
Up and down with the TVHS Golf Programs 8/12 and 8/14
TVHS Boys Golf at Watkins Invitational 8/12
The Teays Valley boy golfers saw the greens Wednesday from Turnbery for OCC Tournament #2. The Vikings took the win, shooting a 336 to win by seven shots over Reynoldsburg. Teays’ win puts them in a tie with Reynoldsburg for the lead in the OCC Buckeye. The next OCC tournament will be on Wednesday, August 28th, at Darby Creek Golf Course. The Blue and Gold were led by sophomore Noah Hilgenberg's 75, finishing in third place for the tournament. Senior Caden Sherman penciled in an 86, followed by Carter Hutchison with an 87 and Trent Hicks with an 88. Will Griffith dropped a 96 for the Vikings to round out the scorecard.
TVHS Boys Golf at Turnberry 8/14
The boys golf team also played Monday from Cumberland Trail for the Watkins Invitational. Teays placed seventh with a 344 as a team. Noah Hilgenberg led the ship for the Vikings with a low 74. Caden Sherman had an 86 on the day. Carter Hutchinson dropped a 90, and Vance Hanger had a 92 to finish up the round. The boys golf team returns to the fairways today (8/15) when they travel to the Rodney Butt Classic at Denison GC.
TVHS Girls Golf at Echo Springs 8/12
The Girls Golf Vikings were also in action Monday, where they placed 8th at the Bexley Invitational at the Airport Golf Course. Brooklyn Lowry led the way with a 91, Adison Abele and Taylor Strawser ended with a 95, Makinna Pinion had a 99, and Sophia Combs shot a 125.
TVHS Girls Golf at Bexley 8/14
The Teays Valley girls golf team placed second at their first OCC tourney in Echo Springs on August 14th. The Vikings were led by Makinna Pinion, who dropped a 91, followed by Adison Abele, who had a 92, Brooklyn Lowry, who scored a 93, and Taylor Strawser, who had a 109. Sophia Combs rounded out the board with a 115.
The Teays Valley Girls golf team tee's up again on August 16th for the Gahanna Dual from the Players Club at 4:30 pm. Be looking for a TVHS Girls Golf Preview as soon as I get the information!
TVHS Boys Golf @ Portsmouth Invitational: 08/08/2024
The Teays Valley boys golf team was back at it again on Thursday in Portsmouth for another round of golf. The blue and gold were led by Caden Sherman, who shot an 81. Branson Crabtree dropped a respectable 85, followed by Noah Hilgenberg and Carter Hutchinson, who both scored an 86. Waverly’s Caden Corkerton was the match medalist with a 74, Corkerton took the invitational on a playoff with a score of 74. The Vikings as a team finished 5th behind Waterford who dropped a 336; third place was West Union with one stroke better with a 335; Ironton took the win with a 316 and a 13-stroke advantage over North Adams, who got second with a 329. to round out the rest of the scores from 6 to 10 Circleville scored a 339, Fairland got a 341, Manchester got a 346, Piketon got a 350, and Lynchburg Clay got a 351.
TVHS Boys Golf at the BC Invitational 08/09/2024
The TV Golf team turned around and made the trip to Pine Hills in Carroll for the Bloom Carroll Invitational. The Vikings would finish in sixth place with a 344; in fifth was Pleasant with a 337. Sheridan had a 329 in fourth, Bloom Carroll dropped a 323, the Bexley Lions had a 318, and the Columbus Academy Vikings took first with a 310. The match medalist was Bexley’s Ben Hodge at 73; the remaining all-tournament team was Bloom Carroll’s Carter Price with a 74; and two golfers tied at 76, which would be Pleasant’s Dawson Hall and Columbus Academy’s Sarthak Ary. For Teays Valley, Caden Sherman led the way with a 79, Will Griffith scored an 80, Noah Hilgenberg shot an 87, Trent Hicks collected a 90, and Carter Hutchinson scored a 95.
The Teays Valley boys golf team was back at it again on Thursday in Portsmouth for another round of golf. The blue and gold were led by Caden Sherman, who shot an 81. Branson Crabtree dropped a respectable 85, followed by Noah Hilgenberg and Carter Hutchinson, who both scored an 86. Waverly’s Caden Corkerton was the match medalist with a 74, Corkerton took the invitational on a playoff with a score of 74. The Vikings as a team finished 5th behind Waterford who dropped a 336; third place was West Union with one stroke better with a 335; Ironton took the win with a 316 and a 13-stroke advantage over North Adams, who got second with a 329. to round out the rest of the scores from 6 to 10 Circleville scored a 339, Fairland got a 341, Manchester got a 346, Piketon got a 350, and Lynchburg Clay got a 351.
Teays Valley Boys Golf at Denison GC OCC #1-August 7th, 2024
The Teays Valley Boys golf team hit the greens for their first match as an OCC member from Denison Golf Course in Granville on Wednesday. The Reynoldsburg Raiders took the win, and the Teays Valley boys would take second. Newark took third with a 349, Lancaster placed fourth with a 358, and Pickerington Central finished fifth with a 367. The Vikings were led by Noah Hilgenberg, who led the blue and gold with a 75. Hilgenberg was followed by Caden Sherman, who dropped an 81, and Will Griffith scored an 85 for his personal best. Carter Hutchinson had a steady 88, and Trent Hicks continued a great start to his freshman season, scoring a 90. “I felt we were really focused and ready to go to open the OCC season. I am very pleased with where we are at; now the challenge is to get better and not be satisfied with where we are.” TV Coach Brian Barnett said: The Vikings return to the links on Thursday for the Portsmouth Invitational at The Elks Country Club and Friday for the Bloom Carroll Invitational at.
Teays Valley Boys Golf Invitational: August 1st, 2024
The Teays Valley High School Boys golf team hit the links on Thursday, August 1st from The Players Club at Foxfire. Caden Sherman, who led the Vikings, tied for seventh place along with Evan Brown of Marysville and Connor Blair of Fairfield Christian with an 84. Noah Hilgenberg tied for 10th with an 86, Carter Hutchinson shot a 90 placing 20th, and Will Griffith dropped a 95, finishing at 27th with five other golfers. Trent Hicks shot 102, and Branson Crabtree shot 114. Colten Montgomery of Marysville would take first place with an 80; Harrison Teal of Fairfield Christian Academy shot an 81 and took second. Dawson Hall of Pleasant tied with the same score of 81. Placing fourth were Logan‘s Hoyt Munro and Logan Elm’s Grant Cline with a score of 83. Circleville’s Reed Seimetz shot an 84, good for sixth. The Spartans of Pleasant High School would take first place in the Teays Valley Invitational with an overall score of 344. Marysville placed second with a 346, Fairfield Christian finished with a 350, the Vikings would take fourth with a 356, the Falcons of Fairfield Union finished with a 361, Circleville with a 368, Logan with a 369, Bishop Hartley with a 379, Logan Elm with a 382, and Amanda Cleercreek with a 413. “I thought for our first tournament we did a good job of competing but I think that we left a lot of strokes out on the golf course today, so we will get those cleaned up and begin our preparation for the OCC”. said TVHS Boys Golf Coach Brian Barnett, I was pleased with Caden and Noah today; I thought they played well. Our freshmen in the lineup played really solid today, and they will continue to improve each time they tee it up and Senior Carter Hutchison had a good start to his senior season as well” added Barnett. The Vikings will hit the greens at Dennison for their first OCC match on August 7th, then will tee off from Pine Hill on August 9th in the Bloom-Carroll Invitational.