Sports

Anna tops Botkins in season opener

Botkins dropped a 40-28 decision to visiting Anna in its season opener on Tuesday in Shelby County League girls basketball.
The teams were tied at 16 after the first half, with Anna scoring nine and seven in the first two periods, and the Lady Trojans scoring eight in each frame.

Wapakoneta playoff run ends against Alter

PIQUA — This alternate ending proved to be the final chapter.
The Wapakoneta football season finally came to an end on Friday, as they fell 21-7 to Archbishop Alter in the Region 12 championship at Alexander Field.

Searson, others recognized for Tigers

WAYNESFIELD — While Waynesfield-Goshen's football season is done, the honors continue.
The Tigers, who went 5-5 on the season, and nearly made the Division VII playoffs had junior Kyle Searson receive honorable mention for the all-Northwest District team.

Redskins earn recognition for play

The all-Northwest District football team was announced Wednesday, with several members of the Wapakoneta squad earning recognition.

Redskins continue playoff run Friday

The quest continues for Wapakoneta.
The Redskins battled past another tough opponent last Friday, and have reached the next rung on the playoff ladder.

Wapakoneta football advances to regional finals

PIQUA — The Wapakoneta Redskins ensured their fans at least one more week of action.
Wapakoneta defeated Bishop Fenwick 27-17 on Friday in the Region 12 semifinal of Division III at Piqua's Alexander Stadium.

Redskins to play at Piqua on Friday

Wapakoneta will face Bishop Fenwick in the Region 12 semifinal of the Division III football playoffs on Friday.
The game will be played at Alexander Stadium in Piqua. Kickoff will be at 7 p.m.

Lady Redskins season comes to end

ASHLAND — This bay proved a bit too deep.
Wapakoneta saw its season finally come to an end on Saturday, with a 4-0 loss to Bay in the Region 6 championship of the Division II girls soccer tournament.

Redskins knock off Trotwood-Madison

The Wapakoneta Redskins knocked off defending state champion Trotwood-Madison 24-21 in the OHSAA football quarterfinals at Harmon Field on Friday.
Kicker Luke Beach's 31-yard field goal with just under five minute to play was the winning margin.

Redskins get reacquainted with Trotwood-Madison Friday

The “second season” is ready to go.
Wapakoneta has returned to the OHSAA football playoffs after a one-year absence. Waiting for them in the opening round is a familiar foe.
The Redskins (9-1) will host Trotwood-Madison (6-4) on Friday at Harmon Field. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.