NW Ohio Boys Basketball Preview Capsules

Here are some prep boys basketball preview capsules from NW Ohio. We'll add to this list as we get 'em.

BOYS PREVIEW CAPSULES
Fremont Ross
COACH: Mark Gedeon (15th year, 175-133)
2008-09 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 11-11 overall, 4-6 Greater Buckeye Conference
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Kenny Penn, 5-10, sr., PG, 13.1 ppg, 2.6 rpg, 2.4 apg; Shunnar Gamble, 6-3, jr., F, 8.3 ppg, 4.8 rpg, 1.4 apg; Darien Spann, 5-7, sr., G, 4.8 ppg; Jake Hiestand, 5-9, jr., G, 2.1 ppg; Marcus Dayringer, 6-0, sr., G, 1.4 ppg.
OTHER PROSPECTS: Allen Lewis, 6-2, jr., P; Skylar Reffner, 6-2, soph., F; Jay Carnicom, 6-0, soph., G; Matt Price, sr., 6-2, F; Terrance Hill, 5-9, jr., G.
NOTABLE: The Little Giants will be small but quick on the court this season. They‘ll have to find a way to replace three of their top scorers who graduated last spring including 6-6 first team all-GBC selection Stephen Carnicom.

Rossford
HEAD COACH: Brian Vorst (4th year).
2008-09 RECORD: 11-11, 6-8 NLL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Tyler Kralovic, sr., 5-11, guard; Zach Leahy, sr., 6-2, guard; Tyler Kanary, sr., 6-4, forward; Ollie Goss, sr., 6-2, forward; Josh Perry, jr., 6-2, guard; Mitchell Stewart, jr., 6-5, post.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Drew Brock, soph., 5-8; Larry Sloan, soph., 6-3; Travis Jones, jr., 6-4; Zane Hoover, sr., 5-10; James Taylor, sr., 5-10; James Schumacher, sr., 6-3.
NOTABLE: The Bulldogs had a .500 season last year, but they are returning six lettermen, four of them seniors. Zach Leahy, who averaged 18.1 points per game last season, is going to be essential to how this team performs. If Leahy, along with senior Tyler Kralovic (6.8 ppg.) can play up to last year, the Bulldogs should have a good season.

Paulding
HEAD COACH: Shawn Brewer (1st year).
2008-09 RECORD: 6-16, 2-8 NWC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Justin Riley, sr., 5-9; Devan Bermejo, jr., 5-9; Grant Harder, jr., 6-5; Dylan Welch, jr., 6-2.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Jordan Monnier, sr., 6-2; Derrick Pease, jr., 5-9; Jesse Glass, jr., 6-5; Logan Stoller, jr., 5-9; Travis Keeran, jr., 6-1.
NOTABLE: The Panthers will get a fresh start with first year head coach Shawn Brewer. Paulding had a tough season last year, and after losing five lettermen, the four returning letter winners will need to really step up their game. The five upperclassmen newcomers will need to perform as well in order to take some pressure off the starters.

Napoleon
HEAD COACH: Tim Badenhop (2nd year).
2008-09 RECORD: 16-6, 7-3 GBC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Thomas Conry, sr., 6-6.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Devon Sonnenberg, jr., 5-10; Chad Cramer, jr., 6-0; Ross Huber, soph., 6-2; Tommy Brown, soph., 5-7.
NOTABLE: The Wildcats have just one retuning senior, who is also the team’s only returning letterman. With the lack of experience, Napoleon is going to have a tough time living up to last season’s overall record.

Bryan
HEAD COACH: Doug Billman (4th year, 23-41).
2008-09 RECORD: 1-10, 7-1 NWOAL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Matt Wisler, jr., 6-2, 5 ppg, 2.2 rpg, 3.3 apg; Caleb Turnbull, jr., 6-2, 2.3 ppg, 3.0 rpg; Alex Nossaman, sr., 6-3, 8.3 ppg, 2.6 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Zach North, sr., 6-0, guard; Braxton Snavely, sr., 5-10, guard; Nate Brown, sr., 6-0, post; James Steel, jr., 6-1, guard; Jacob Parker, jr., 6-0, guard; Alex Herman, jr., 5-11, post; Dan Eyre, sr., 5-10, post; Tyler Tavierne, sr., 5-10, guard.
NOTABLE: The Golden Bears will return three first yaer letter winners to the court this season. After losing five letter winners the Golden Bears will be working hard to find leadership and become a tough competitor in the NWOAL.

Defiance
HEAD COACH: Kirk Lehman (7th year, 58-70).
2008-09 RECORD: 14-7, 6-3 WBL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Steven Hammersmith, sr., 6-6, post, 1.7 ppg, 1.1 rpg; Dace Kime, sr., 6-3, forward, 2.5 ppg, 2.5 rpg; Alex Nofziger, sr., 5-10, guard, 1.6 ppg; Eric Stapletong, jr., 6-7, post.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Preston Pixler, sr., 6-4, forward; Paul Walsh, jr., 5-9, guard; Doug Herrett, soph., 5-10, guard; Josh Scott, soph., 5-9, guard; Anthony Kidston, soph., 6-2, forward; Jacob Moore, soph., 5-7, guard.
NOTABLE: Defiance will be looking for someone to step up and replace the point position and senior leadership from last season. The team will also rely on their size, speed and depth this season.

Edison
HEAD COACH: Chris Ceccoli (5th year).
2008-09 RECORD: 17-5, 11-3 SBC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Zach Yovanov, sr., 5-9, forward, 11.5 ppg, 3.6 apg; Taylor Emody, sr., 6-4, post, 13.0 ppg, 6.7 rpg; Mike Yost, jr., 6-2, forward, 2.3 ppg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Coltyn Grant, jr., 5-9, forward; Ryan Reber, jr., 6-3, post; Brandon Tomson, jr., 5-11, forward; Jon Suhanic, jr., 6-4, post; Mike Kumpula, jr., 5-11, forward; Sam Deehr, jr., 5-10, forward; Bobby Stone, jr., 5-11, forward; Jason Blodgett, soph., 6-2, forward.
NOTABLE: Edison is the returning SBC champions from last season. This season they have a strong and quick team and are able to get up and down the floor. They also have a large junior class that will play a big role in helping this season and becoming very competitive next year.

Genoa
HEAD COACH: Jeff Overmyer (10th year 105-91).
2008-09 RECORD: 15-8, 10-4 SLL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Matt Bassitt, sr., 6-1, 13.6 ppg, 4.9 apg; Jon Lester, sr., 6-3, 13.4 ppg, 7.8 rpg; Richard Wonnell, sr., 6-8, 9.4 ppg, 8.0 rpg; Nolan Eli, sr., 5-8.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Stephen Clark, jr., 5-8, guard; Chris Cuevas, jr., 5-8, guard; Luke Sutter, jr., 6-3, post.
NOTABLE: The Comets who finished 2nd in the SLL last season are back with four returning letterwinners. Bassitt a three year starter will lead the team along with depth in the post position.

Lima Shawnee
HEAD COACH: Nick Bertke (10th year, 67-42.
2008-09 RECORD: 16-6, 7-2 WBL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Cody Smith, 5-11, guard, 16.0 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 4.5 apg; Garrett Black, 5-10, guard, 1.2 ppg, 1.4 rpg, 0.7 apg; Andrew Sayre, 5-11, guard, 0.6 ppg, 0.5 rpg; Trey Howard, 6-2, guard, 5.2 ppg, 2.3 rpg; Seth Rosenbauer, 6-5, forward, 4.7 ppg, 4.6 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Zac Rosenbauer, 6-3, forward; CJ Sewell, 5-8, guard; Eddie Kelley, 5-11, guard; Clint Spencer, 6-0, guard; Jamiil Williams, 5-11, guard; Cory Royster, 6-3, forward.
NOTABLE: Shwanee's returning players and new upcoming players will have to unite to build a strong team this season.

Archbold
HEAD COACH: Doug Krauss (25th year, 393-170).
2008-09 RECORD: 13-10, 6-2 NWOAL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Sam Miller, sr., 6-1, guard, 5.3 ppg, 1.7 rpg; Christian Goering, sr., 5-11, forward, 6.1 ppg, 2.0 rpg; Corey Walker, sr., 5-11, forward, 4.7 ppg, 2.4 rpg; Collin Walker, sr., 5-11, forward, 4.6 ppg, 1.7 rpg; Drew Smith, sr., 6-2, post, 2.7 ppg, 1.9 rpg; Micah McQuillin, sr., 6-3, post, 2.7 ppg, 2.6 rpg; Telly Fricke, jr., 5-10, guard, 8.8 ppg, 2.4 apg; Garrett Morton, jr., 6-2, forward, 4.5 ppg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: N/A.
NOTABLE: Archbold has been the Reigional Champions the last three out of five years. With plenty of experience and size this season Archbold should be a strong contendor for the NWOAL title.

Bettsville
HEAD COACH: Mike Haynes (1st year).
2008-09 RECORD: 9-13, 1-9 MAL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Andrew Horstel, sr., 6-5, post, 19.2 ppg, 12.7 rpg, 1.6 apg; Andrew Sumi, sr., 5-8, guard, 14.0 ppg, 2.1 rpg, 1.8 apg; Tyler Harrison, sr., 5-11, guard, 9.5 ppg, 2.5 rpg, 5.1 apg; Tyler Mulligan, sr., 6-1, guard, 5.2 ppg, 2.9 rpg, 4.6 apg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Eric Bender, jr., 6-3, post; Dakota Wright, jr., 5-8, guard; Ryan Hartsel, jr., 6-0, post; Cody Arnold, jr., 6-0, post; Dominic King, soph., 6-0, guard, Brandon Butler, jr., 6-0, guard.
NOTABLE: Andrew Hartsel and Andrew Sumi return with hornors to lead the Bobcats this season. With four returning letter winners and five juniors this season should be interesting.

Clyde
HEAD COACH: Ryan Carter (4th year).
2008-09 RECORD: 12-9.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ben Danhoff, sr., 6-4, post, 9 ppg, 6 rpg; Kyle Smetzler, sr., 6-1, guard/post, 6 ppg, 5 rpg; Matt Elmlinger, sr., 6-0, guard, 2 ppg, 2 rpg; Gabe Gilbert, jr., 6-1, guard, 3 ppg, 3 rpg; Gage Goble, sr., post.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Mac Wilkerson, jr., 6-2, guard; Tyson Rex, jr., 6-1, guard; Alex Jess, jr., 6-3, post; Jose Leal, jr., 6-3, post; Joey Cooper, soph.; Zach Warner, soph.; Ryan Meyer, soph.
NOTABLE: Clyde plans on controlling the flow of the game with their size and strength this season.

Danbury
HEAD COACH: Joe Miller (8th year, 91-63).
2008-09 RECORD: 12-10, 6-6 TAAC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Vince Manuella, sr., 5-10, guard, 5.3 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 4.6 apg; Rodney Johnson, sr., 5-11, forward, 10.0 ppg, 2.7 rpg, 1.8 apg; Hunter Stephens, jr., 6-4, post, 6.3 ppg, 7.9 rpg, 1.4 apg; Tyler Boring, sr., 6-8, post, 7.8 ppg, 7.4 rpg, 1.4 apg; Steven Feyedelem, sr., 5-11, forward, 3.4 ppg, 1.0 rpg, 1.2 apg; Nathan Hartman, sr., 6-0, forward.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Lucas Kennedy, soph., forward; Dakota Hruby, jr., 6-2, post.
NOTABLE: With six returning letter winners the Lakers should have experience and be a tough contender for the TAAC title this season.

Delta
HEAD COACH: Cory Sprow (8th year, 61-91).
2008-09 RECORD: 6-16, 3-5 NWOAL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Nate Jackson, sr., 5-11, guard, 12.0 ppg, 6.6 rpg; Jordan Turner, sr., 6-1, guard, 10.1 ppg, 4.1 rpg; Jeremy Navarro, sr., 6-1, guard, 2.9 ppg, 1.5 rpg; Josh Beverly, jr., 6-2, guard, 10.2 ppg, 3.4 rpg; Drew Salsbury, jr., 6-1, forward, 3.2 ppg, 3.3 rpg; Blake Green, soph., 6-4, forward, 3.5 ppg, 4.3 rpg; Ryan Callahan, soph., 6-3, forward, 1.6 ppg, 1.6 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Jacob Prather, jr., 5-11, guard; Paul Nieberding, sr., 6-6, forward; Austin Abbott, jr., 6-0, forward.
NOTABLE: There are alot of players returning for Delta from last season, they should have depth at each position and valuable experience from last season.

Edgerton
HEAD COACH: Matt Ripke (1st year).
2008-09 RECORD: 1-20 overall, 0-7.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Caleb Stark, jr., 6-4, forward, 4.8 ppg, 4.7 rpg; Cody Byger, sr., 5-11, guard, 2.9 ppg, 1.9 rpg; Tyler Clark, sr., 5-11, guard, 3.6 ppg, 1.8 rpg, 1.1 apg; Garrett Franz, sr., 6-2, forward, 2.9 ppg, 2.9 rpg; Branson Knecht, sr., 6-1, guard, 10.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 1.5 apg; Ethan Schroeder, sr., 5-11, guard, 13.3 ppg, 3.6 rpg, 1.1 apg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Spencer Hastedt, jr., 6-5, forward; Bill Radabaugh, jr., 5-11, forward; Wyatt Herman, jr., 6-1, forward; Nathan Stark, soph., 5-11, guard; Brady Flegal, soph., 6-3, guard; Jimmy Radabaugh, soph., 6-0, forward; David Dietch, sr., 6-1, forward.
NOTABLE: After winning one game last season the Bulldogs are returning six letter winners to their roster and a hand full of top prospects to help turn this team around and put Edgerton back on track.

Elida
HEAD COACH: Denny Thompson (4th year, 30-38).
2008-09 RECORD: 16-9, 5-4 WBL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Reggie McAdams, soph., 6-4, guard, 12.3 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 3.6 apg; Desmand Ragin, sr., 6-1, forward, 7.3 ppg, 7.1 rpg, 1.8 apg; Alex McAdams, jr., 6-4, forward, 7.0 ppg, 7.0 rpg, 1.3 apg; Mike Knotts, sr., 6-5, forward, 5.5 ppg, 4.2 rpg, 1.5 apg; Matt Thompson, sr., 6-0, guard, 3.8 ppg, 1.4 rpg, 2.0 apg; Todd Kraft, sr., 5-8, guard, 2.5 ppg, 1.0 rpg, 1.1 apg, Andy Gleuenger, jr., 6-0, guard, 1.3 ppg, 1.0 rpg, 1.0 apg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Kevin Kraft, soph., 6-0, guard; Aric Thompson, fr., 6-0, guard; Dalton Martz, 5-10, guard; Troy Coston, jr., 6-0, guard; Mike McDonald, soph., 5-8, guard.
NOTABLE: Reggie McAdams returns with honors from the WBL Honorable Mention. The Bulldogs have seven returning letter winners, which means plenty of experience on the team to be very competitive and do well.

Lincolnview
HEAD COACH: Rob Welch.
2008-09 RECORD: 8-13 overall, 5-4.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Anthony Simpson, Jeremy Morris.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Tyler Myers, Austin Kayser, Zach Army, Sloan Whitaker, Clayton Longstreth, Jack Frank.
NOTABLE: Lincolnview's key's to a successful season are playing solid defense, their ability to hit the open shot, solid post play and the ability to get out on the fast break.

North Central
HEAD COACH: Justin Houk (3rd Year, 23-21).
2008-09 RECORD: 17-5, 7-3 BBC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Derick Wyrick, sr., 6-2, guard, 17 ppg, 8 rpg; Chayse Keesecker, sr., 5-10, forward, 5 ppg, 5 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Derrick Stants, sr., 5-10, guard; Brandon Manley, jr., 6-2, forward; Ryan Masters, soph., 6-0, guard.
NOTABLE: The Eagles are returning two key players and the only returning letter winners Derick Wyrick and Chayse Keesecker who each was awarded honors last season. Wyrick and Keesecker will be the two key players to help build this team.

Norwalk
HEAD COACH: Steve Gray (9th year, 264-203).
2008-09 RECORD: 8-13, 4-10 NOL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Jared Cashen, sr., 6-8, post, 10 ppg, 5.5 rpg, 2 bpg; Jordan Burke, sr., 6-2, forward; Alec Wells, sr., 6-0, forward; Nick Bright, sr., 6-2, post; Tyson Ringle, jr., 6-0, forward; Tyler Wells, jr., 5-10, guard; Jared Cashen, soph., 6-4, forward; Xander Crosby, sr., 5-6; David Boddie, soph., 5-6.
TOP NEWCOMERS: N/A.
NOTABLE: With balanced scoring, good shooters and plenty of size these Truckers should be very tough on both ends of the floor and have a good chance at the NOL title.

Parkway
HEAD COACH: Doug Hughes (4th year, 41-45).
2008-09 RECORD: 13-8, 3-6 MAC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ryan Steinbrunner, sr., 6-4, post, 4.1 ppg, 4.7 rpg; Dillon Long, sr., 6-5, forward, 3.7 ppg, 2.9 rpg; Logan Hunter, jr., 6-0, guard, 2.1 ppg, 1.4 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Blake King, sr., 5-9, guard; Corey Decker, jr., 6-0, guard; Michael Nuttle, sr., 6-2, forward; Brandon Beeks, jr., 6-1, guard; Trevor Wuebker, jr., 6-3, forward; Chris Brazle, jr., 5-11, forward; Connor Jutte, jr., 6-3, forward; Tyler Deitsch, jr., 6-0, guard.
NOTABLE: With only three returning letter winners some of the newcomers will have to step up and prove they can play. Parkway has been working hard in the off season and when this team comes together they should be in for a successful year.

Perrysburg
HEAD COACH: Dave Boyce (10th year, 153-44).
2008-09 RECORD: 17-4, 12-2 NLL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Charlie Hughes, sr., 6-5, forward, 19.1 ppg, 7.2 rpg, 1.5 apg; Matt Marquette, sr., 6-2, guard, 6.6 ppg, 2.0 rpg, 2.1 apg; Brian Boyce, sr., 6-0, guard, 3.9 ppg, 9.3 rpg, 9.3 apg; Kevin Schenk, jr., 5-10, guard, 4.2 ppg; Andrew Holliger, sr., 6-2, forward, 1.1 ppg; Chordel Christian, sr., 6-0, guard.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Alec Schmenk, jr., 6-0, forward; Karter Fell, jr., 5-10 guard; Devin Dunbar, jr., 6-4, post.
NOTABLE: After a great finish from last season Perrysburg is in the hunt to do better this year with six returning letter winners.

Shelby
HEAD COACH: Troy Schwemley (9th year, 46-21).
2008-09 RECORD: 10-11, 6-8 NOL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Josh Ingle, jr., 6-5, forward, 5.0 ppg, 3.3 rpg; Andre Rohde, sr., 6-3, forward, 4.9 ppg, 3.3 rpg; Zach Hoover, sr., guard, 4.9 ppg, 1.1 rpg; Brandon Spangler, jr., guard, 4.8 ppg, 2.1. rpg, 2.1 apg; Garrett Arnold, soph., guard, 9.4 ppg, 2.9 rpg, 2.7 apg; Jeff Nelson, jr., guard, 1.9 ppg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Derek Hoover, sr., guard; Will Hebble, sr., forward; Darien Hummel, sr., forward; John Brewster, sr., forward.
NOTABLE: Six players from last season return including four starters. Their are multiple players that can score on each end of the floor and there is also plenty of depth on the team as well.

St. Mary Central Catholic
HEAD COACH: Lyle Falknor (2nd year, 381-235).
2008-09 RECORD: 13-9 overall, 6-8.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Chad Schlett, sr., 6-3, post, 8.1 ppg, 5.4 rpg, 1 apg; Brian Ferber, sr., 6-3, forward, 3.4 ppg, 4.5 rpg, 2 apg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Albert Krome, sr., 5-9 guard; Ben Moncher, sr., 5-11, forward; Pete Doyle, sr., 6-0, forward; Branden Oltman, sr., 6-4, post; Pete Lopez, sr., 5-9, guard; Adam RIng, sr., 5-8, guard; Zeb Kromer, sr., 6-2, post; Pat Sennish, jr., 6-0, wing; Ethan Sennish, soph., 6-0, guard.
NOTABLE: There is plenty of depth in newcomers this season to help the Panthers along the way this season.

Wapakoneta
HEAD COACH: Matt Bradley (1st year).
2008-09 RECORD: 0-21, 0-9 WBL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Mike Bogan, sr., 6-0, post; Jackson Hayzlett, sr., 6-1, guard; Shane Helmstetter, sr., 6-0, guard; Jake Heinl, sr., 6-3, post; Zane Oen, sr., 5-10, guard; Jordan Ruppert, sr., 6-0, guard; Justin Steveley, sr., 6-3, post; Tom Georg, sr., 6-0, post.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Kaleb Vondenhuevel, soph., 6-5, post; Alex Greve, fr., 5-11, guard.
NOTABLE: The Redskins are returning eight letter winners to the roster this season. After not winning a game last season Wapakoneta will be hungry for a victory.

Woodmore
HEAD COACH: Rod Daniel (1st year).
2008-09 RECORD: 11-11, 7-7 SLL.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Justin Garver, sr., 6-1, guard; Andy Flick, sr., 5-11, guard; Brock Avers, sr., 6-0, guard; Grant Weirich, jr., 6-1, guard; Pierce Fonseca, jr., 5-9, guard; Jon Sandwisch, soph., 6-2, post; Billy Kuhlman, sr., 5-10, guard; Tyler Donnell, sr., 6-3, post; Bryan Kuhlman, jr., 6-1, post.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Nick Croll, sr., 6-4, post.
NOTABLE: With a boat load of returning letter winners the Wildcats should not have a problem finishing in the top of the league.

Ashland
HEAD COACH: Rob Lavengood (3rd year, 36-51).
2008-09 RECORD: 7-15 overall, 5-9 Ohio Cardinal Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Grant Fairhurst, sr., 6-0, guard, 11.0 ppg, 4.0 rpb; Blake Delaney, sr., 6-5, post, 9.0 ppg, 9.0 rpg; Ryan Carper, sr., 6-4, post, 8.0 ppg, 6.0 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Jesse Soria, jr., 6-0, guard; Michael Bixler, jr., 5-9, guard; Zach Bernhard, soph., 6-2, wing; Marquise Jones, soph., 6-0, wing; Brandon Nardo, soph., 6-3, post; Cooper Moretz, soph., 5-11, guard; Greg Gallaway, soph., 5-8, guard; Skye Brooks, soph., 6-3, post.
NOTABLE: Ashland has some height this season and could be very strong in the post area. The Arrows are also returning award winners Fairhurst and Delaney who will lead the team this season.

Colonel Crawford
HEAD COACH: David Sheldon (4th year, 42-26).
2008-09 RECORD: 21-3 overall, 13-1 North Central Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Josh Roe, sr., 7.5 ppg, 8.5 rpg; Blade Tackett, sr., 6.5 ppg, 4 apg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Eric Leuthold, Allen Stoll, Austin Britton, Travis Perry, Jordan Shell.
NOTABLE: The Eagles advanced to the Division III regional tournament last season but lost six key players to graduation, including Austin Smith, who averaged 18.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.

Delphos Jefferson
HEAD COACH: Marc Smith (5th year).
2008-09 RECORD: 15-8 overall, 5-4 Northwest Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Jordan Jettinghoff, sr., 5-11, guard, 9.0 ppg, 2.8 apg; Craig Carder, sr., 6-5, guard, 9.2 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 3.0 apg; Ryan Ebbeskotte, jr., 6-0, guard, 4.2 ppg, 2.0 apg; Andy Wiltsie, sr., 6-0, guard; Logan Bonifas, jr., 6-2, guard.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Mitchell Antalis, jr., 6-1, post; Logan Wurst, jr., 6-4, guard.
NOTABLE: Jefferson hopes to remain strong defensively and build strong post players in replace of the ones they lost last season. They hope to improve and play their best basketball as the tournament approaches.

Delphos St. John's
HEAD COACH: Aaron Elwer (3rd year, 25-18).
2008-09 RECORD: 17-5 overall, 6-3 Midwest Athletic Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Scott Recker, sr., 6-2, F, 11.0 ppg, 5.0 rpg; Nate Webb, sr., 6-4, G/F; Justin Backus, sr., 6-4, F/C, 5.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg; Jay Clark, sr., 6-4, C, 4.0 ppg, 3.0 rpg; Ty Bergfeld, jr., 6-3, G/F, 3.0 ppg, 2.0 rpg; Wes Ulm, sr., 6-0, G, 6.0 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 2.0 apg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Blake Williams, sr., 5-9 PG; Derek Klaus, jr., 6-1, C; Alex Recker, jr., 6-1, F/C; A.J. Klausing, jr., 6-0, G; Scott KIausing, jr., 5-8, PG.
NOTABLE: The Blue Jays could be primed for another big season. Webb was a second team all-MAC pick after tossing in 11 points with 4 rebounds per game. Recker was an honorable mention all-league selection.

Edon
HEAD COACH: TJ Hammer (1st year, 17-50).
2008-09 RECORD: 7-14 overall, 3-7.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ryan Wells, jr., 6-1, wing; Tyler Wells, jr., 6-1, wing; Tracy Gibbs, sr., 5-10, wing.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Zach Hug, jr., 6-2, post; Brien Moore, jr., 6-2, post; Noah Hill, sr., 6-1, post; Tony Koestler, jr., 6-1, guard/wing; Dylan Koleff, jr., 5-11, wing.
NOTABLE: The Bombers have three solid players for this season and will be working on filtering the rest to find the best chemistry.

Fort Recovery
HEAD COACH: Brian Patch (7th year, 72-60).
2008-09 RECORD: 14-8 overall, 3-6 Northwest Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Greg Kahlig, sr., 6-6, W, 23.0 ppg, 8 rpg; Craig Tobe, sr., 6-5, W, 8.0 ppg, 3.1 apg; Cody Fiely, sr., 6-2, W, 2.0 ppg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Ryan Schoen, jr., 5-10, PG; Mike Gaerke, sr., 6-1, W; Shane Brunswick, jr., 6-2, W; Wade Gelhaus, fr., 6-4, W.
NOTABLE: Kahlig is one of the best returning players in northwest Ohio this season. He was the MAC player of the year in 2009 after tossing in 23.0 points and grabbing 8.2 rebounds per game.

Gibsonburg
HEAD COACH: Brent Liskai (8th year, 72-80).
2008-09 RECORD: 8-13 overall, 5-9 Suburban Lakes League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Lee Renner, sr., 6-2, W, 12.6 ppg, 5.4 rpg, 2.0 apg; Zac Smith, sr., 6-1, P, 5.8 ppg, 6.6 rpg, 1.0 apg; Gage Beaber, soph., 5-10, P, 1.9 ppg, 1.8 rpg; Logan Jones, soph., 6-3, P, 2.3 ppg, 2.9 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Nick Snieder, jr., 6-1, P; Jordean Eddings, soph., 5-8 W.
NOTABLE: Renner will be the go-to player for the Golden Bears this season. He was an honorable mention all-SLL and all-district selection after averaging 12.6 points and 5.4 rebounds per game last season.

Margaretta
HEAD COACH: Troy Roth (9th year, 76-57).
2008-09 RECORD: 15-8 overall, 7-7 Sandusky Bay Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Bryce Fredrick, sr., 5-9, PG, 0.2 ppg, 0-3 apg; Kyle Homerick, sr., 6-3, P, 3.1 ppg, 3.2 rpg; Devin Jones, jr., 6-1, W, 10.8 ppg, 2.9 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Craig Galindo, soph., 5-11, G; Tanner Salyers, sr., 6-0, W.
NOTABLE: Margaretta is coming off a district tournament appearance last year. Jones could be primed for a breakout year after tossing in 10.8 points and grabbing 2.9 rebounds per game.

Monroeville
HEAD COACH: Zac Reer (4th year, 30-76).
2008-09 RECORD: 8-13 overall, 5-9 conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ryan Stower, jr., 5-10, guard, 12.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 8.0 apg; Carl Black, sr., post, 8.0 ppg, 5.0 rpg; Cory Long, soph., 5-10, wing, 5.0 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 1.0 apg; Skylar Old, jr., 5-11, wing, 5.0 ppg, 1.0 rpg, 1.0 apg; Brent Bollenbacher, sr., 6-3, post, 4.0 ppg, 2.0 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Ryan Dragon, jr., 6-6, post; Jeremy Krill, jr., 6-4, post; Eric Leber, sr., 6-3, wing; Brian Ringholz, sr., 6-1, wing.
NOTABLE: The Eagles are returning 1st Team Firlands Conference Ryan Stower this season and will be contending for the conference title this season.

Norwalk St. Paul
HEAD COACH: Mike Smith (20th year, 270-187).
2008-09 RECORD: 15-9 overall, 10-4 Firelands Conference, 2nd place.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Justin Wilde, sr., 5-6, guard, 10.3 ppg, 3.9 aspg; Eric Schwieterman, sr., 6-1, forward, 8.5 ppg, 6.9 rpg; Dan Tracht, sr., 5-10, gurad, 6.3 ppg, 4.0 aspg; Brian Griffin, sr., 6-1, forward, 5.7 ppg, 4.8 rpg; Darren Smith, sr., 6-1, forward, 1.3 ppg, 2.0 rpg; Jared Fries, sr., 6-0, wing, 1.8 ppg, 1.4 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Kyle Bundschuh, sr., 6-0, post; Erik Stanberry, jr., 6-1, post; Tyler Dilger, jr., 5-8, guard; Adam Smith, jr., 5-11, wing; Alex Foster, jr., 6-2, wing.
NOTABLE: St. Paul is counting on their speed and athletic ability to help them improve each game and become a strong condender for the conference title this season.

Tiffin Columbian
HEAD COACH: Bill Beaston (3rd year, 26-19).
2008-09 RECORD: 15-8 overall, 10-4 Northern Ohio League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Derek Kneeskern, sr., 6-3, G/F, 17.9 ppg, 5.1 rpg; Cole Williams, sr., 6-3, F, 12.3 ppg, 6.8 ppg; Jared Kuhlman, sr., 6-1, G, 7.7 ppg, 3.2 rpg; Jesse Hernandez, jr., 6-0, G, 3.7 ppg, 1.4 rpg; Mitch Kneeskern, sr., 5-11, PG, 0.3 ppg, 0.9 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Jonah Boyer, soph., 5-10, PG; Deker Kneeskern, soph., 6-3, F; Dalton Landers, jr., 6-2, G/F.
NOTABLE: The Tornadoes aren't big but they do have a solid 1-2 scoring punch returning in Derek Kneeskern and Cole Williams to help lead their charge in the NOL this season.

Stryker
HEAD COACH: Joe Good (1st year).
2008-2009 RECORD: 11-12 overall, 6-4 Buckeye Border Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Hayden Doehrmann, sr., forward, 5.1 ppg; Taylor Brown, soph., wing, 4.5 ppg, 4.3 rpg; Brooks Frank, sr., wing, 0.8 ppg.
TOP PROSPECTS: T.J. Fonseca, jr., guard; Kenny Graber, sr., guard; Josh DeGroff, sr., forward; Kyle Ruffer jr., guard; Gabe Ruffer, jr., guard; Andrew Montague, jr., guard.
NOTABLE: With only three returning letterman, Joe Good appears to have tough task ahead of him in his first year as the Panthers head coach.

Tinora
HEAD COACH: Rob Mahnke (7th year, 74-59).
2008-2009 RECORD: 23-4 overall, 7-0 Green Meadows Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Treg Lymanstall, sr., guard, 5.3 ppg; Jon Garmyn, sr., forward, 4.3 ppg; Landon Drewes, jr., guard, 4.3 ppg.
TOP PROSPECTS: Ryan Timmons, sr., center; Blake Reiman, sr. guard; Josh Harpest, sr., guard; Jeff Schliesser, jr., center; Cody Nagel, jr., guard; Tory Guilliam, soph., guard; Jeff Mahnke, soph., guard; Tyler McKenney, soph., forward.
NOTABLE: It was a banner season for Tinora in 2008-2009 as the Rams finished runner-up in Division III. Tinora will have to replace seven letterman and will also be without senior Lymanstill, who recently tore his ACL. Regardless Coach Rob Mahnke expects his team to compete for the top spot in the Green Meadows Conference.

Spencerville
HEAD COACH: Kevin Sensabaugh (8th year, 93-59).
2008-09 RECORD: 10-13 overall, 5-4 Northwest Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Trevor Hardeman, jr.; Kevin Lenhart, jr.; Levi Krouskop, jr.; Dan Binkley, soph.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Chandler McCullough, sr.; Jordan Elliot, sr.; Aaron Patterson, jr.; Josiah McNulty, jr.; Eli Bowers, soph.
NOTABLE: After losing five key players to graduation the Bearcats hope to use last years momentum to help them jump start the season and build as a team.

St. Henry
HEAD COACH: Eric Rosenbeck (1st year).
2008-09 RECORD: N/A.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Brad Stahl, sr., guard, 4.6 ppg; Zach Fishbaugh, sr., 3 ppg; Victor Fortkamp, sr., forward, 13.7 ppg, 6.5 rpg; Jordan Post, sr., guard, 9.3 ppg, 4 rpg; Jason Westgerdes, sr., guard, 4.6 ppg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Adam Sutter, sr.; Todd Wehrkamp, sr.; Brad Kramer, sr.; Neil Schwieterman, sr.; Cory Siefring, jr.
NOTABLE: The Redskins feel they have a chance to have a strong season if they can stay healthy and feel that they will be a top condender for the MAC title.

Wauseon
HEAD COACH: Chad Burt (2nd year, 12-9).
2008-09 RECORD: 12-9 overall, 5-3 Northwest Ohio Athletic League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Tyler Hinkle, sr., 6-2, post, 16 ppg, 8 rpg; Colt Humbert, sr., 6-4, post, 8 ppg, 5 rpg; J.D. Douglass, sr., 6-2, wing, 2 ppg, 2 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Chase Murry, jr., wing; Jason Myers, jr., guard; Shay Myers, jr., guard; Landon Schaffner, jr., guard; Jordan Torbet, jr., post; Tre Henricks, soph., guard; Jordan Stickley, soph., wing; Alex Woten, soph., guard.
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Wayne Trace
HEAD COACH: Jim Linder (2nd year).
2008-09 RECORD: 3-19 overall, 1-6 Green Meadows Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Caleb Davis, sr., guard, 9.6 ppg, 3.3 rpg; Derrick Baksa, sr., forward, 8.6 ppg, 5.2 rpg; Jason Gordon, sr., post, 4.8 ppg, 4.9 rpg; Henk Akkerman, sr., guard, 2.6 ppg, 1.5 rpg; Jordan Sherry, sr., guard, 1.6 ppg, 1.9 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Brett Beckman, sr., forward; Evan Klopfenstein, sr., gyard; Gage Critten, jr., forward; Nick Labounty, jr., post; Cole Rosswurm, jr., guard.
NOTABLE: The Raiders feel good about the up coming season. They have quite a few kids out and with have some depth on the bench this year.

Columbus Grove
HEAD COACH: Todd Turnwald (3rd year, 30-35).
2008-09 RECORD: 11-11 overall.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Rayce Risser, sr., 5-10, guard; Eli Ricker, sr., 6-2, wing; Devon Verhoff, jr., 6-0 wing; Luke Kohls, jr., 6-3, post; Adam Bair, jr., 6-4, post; Colby Meuleman, jr., 6-2, wing.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Matt Jennell, jr., 5-10; Derryn Scott, jr., 6-4; Brett Schroeder, jr., 6-0; Wade Hefner, soph., 6-3; Jordan Travis, soph., 6-0; Connor Kohls, soph., 5-11.
NOTABLE: Even though the Bulldogs only have two seniors on their roster they still will be competitive with all the experience from last season.

Riverdale
HEAD COACH: Steve Mittendorf (3rd year, 24-16).
2008-09 RECORD: 14-6 overall, 9-5 NCC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ryan Frey, sr., 6-2, guard, 13.2 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 3.2 apg; Derek Draper, sr., 6-2, post, 6.4 ppg, 5.0 rpg, 1.1 apg; David Rose, sr., 6-1, post, 5.0 ppg, 3.2 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Ryan Spiegel, jr., 6-2, guard, Grant McKee, sr., 5-9, guard; Alan Elwood, sr., 6-1, guard; Anthony Fox, jr., 6-2, guard.
NOTABLE: The Falcons are returning First Team All NCC Ryan Frey to the team. Frey will play a big role in being the leader of the team this season.

New Bremen
HEAD COACH: Mike Ernst (9th year,96-77).
2008-09 RECORD: 14-8, 6-3 MAC.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Andy Timmerman, sr., 5-11, guard, 4.9 ppg, 2.4 rpg, 3.8 apg; Marcus Bergman, sr., 5-10, guard, 3.9 ppg, 1.5 rpg; Spencer Rohr, sr., 6-0, guard/forward, 11.8 ppg, 3.4 rpg; Justin Eilerman, sr., 6-7, post, 16.8 ppg, 8.5 rpg; Caleb Williams, sr., 6-8, forward, 4.2 ppg, 1.3 rpg; Clay Heitkamp, sr., 6-8, post, 5.9 ppg, 2.6 rpg; Aaron Clune, soph., 5-11, guard, 2.6 ppg, 1.8 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Troy Williams, soph., 6-6, post.
NOTABLE: The Cardinals will be returning 1st Team All-MAC and 2nd Team District 8 Honorable Mention player Justin Eilerman to the lineup this season along with 2nd Team All-MAC Spencer Rohr. New Bremen has some size this season and will be a strong contender for the MAC title.

Swanton
HEAD COACH: Matt Smith (2nd year, 6-15).
2008-09 RECORD: 6-15 overall, 2-6.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ryan Johnson, sr., 6-1, forward, 10.0 ppg, 3.4 rpg; Travis Hilton, soph., 6-2, forward, 3.3 ppg, 3.4 rpg; Matt Barker, sr., 6-2, post, 2.3 ppg, 2.1 rpg; Louis Miller, sr., 5-7, guard, 2.1 ppg, 1.1 rpg.
TOP NEWCOMERS: Shane Bloom, jr., 5-7, guard; Jerred Peaboty, jr., 6-1, forward; Kevin Kohlman, jr., 6-1, post; Garrett Michalkicwicz, soph., 5-9, guard.
NOTABLE: With four returning letter-winners and four possible prospects this could amount to a successful season for the Bulldogs.

Comments

[heart disease]

Wow..Bob..chill out:)

[baby bedding]

Great post. Thanks:)

[Bob Brown]

Where are the BVC teams? Who cares about the above. They aren't in the Findlay area.