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Local Teen Evan Osgood Awarded for his Dedication to Giving Back During the Pandemic!
EVAN OSGOOD POSES WITH SOME OF THE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF MASKS THAT HIS NONPROFIT SOS FOR PPE HAS ASSEMBLED AND DISTRIBUTED TO THOSE IN NEED. (Photo courtesy of Evan Osgood)

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Many people across the United States have had their own struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic, whether it be mentally, financially, or physically, each individual has been forced to find a way to deal with their obstacle in a positive way. Although some have found it tough to stay positive, Loveland teenager, Evan Osgood, decided to make it easier on those individuals by creating a non-profit in which they could not only get involved but also feel as though they were making a difference in the world!

Over the past 9 months, Osgood has developed a network of over 4,000 volunteers across the United States who have both made and distributed over 125,000 items of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for those in need. This network of generosity has now been officially named SOS for PPE, a nonprofit organization that sends assembly kits to those wanting to give back by making face masks and shields at home using the assembly kits sent to them. After the individual makes the PPE it is then sent off and distributed to anyone in the country in need of PPE.

EVAN OSGOOD CUTS FOAM THAT WILL BE USED TO BUILD PPE FOR THOSE VULNERABLE AND IN NEED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC./COURTESY EVAN OSGOOD (Photo courtesy of Evan Osgood)

Why you may ask did a 16-year-old decide to create and organize a global non-profit during a pandemic? Osgood said that he could no longer bear seeing individuals in hospitals, senior facilities, schools, and out in the community on his very own TV screen struggling to secure proper PPE so he asked himself, “What can I do to help?”

In March, Osgood began making masks out of his own home and sending them to healthcare workers and others in need of PPE. Although Osgood was able to make around 8-10 masks an hour he quickly came to the realization that he would need many more people to help him make masks if he wanted to effectively impact the shortage of PPE. That’s when a lightbulb went off for Osgood! He thought, “If I can make 8-10 masks in an hour imagine how many could get produced if I had more hands-on-deck!” Fast forward to now, Osgood is officially the president of his very own non-profit, SOS for PPE.

Osgood not only oversees the fundraising for SOS for PPE he also manages the supply chain, works with SOS for PPE partners to distribute the PPE, and of course works to grow both his non-profit’s volunteer and partnership networks. Click below to read all about SOS for PPE and how Osgood started his non-profit!

Loveland High School student Evan Osgood creates non-profit to get help and Personal Protective Equipment to those who need it most

Due to all of the success with SOS for PPE Osgood was honored with the Daily Point of Light Award. This particular honor according to the Points of Light website, “Celebrates the power of individuals who lead and lend support to causes they care about. We recognize their individual stories and lift them up to inspire others so we may each, in our own way, answer the call to make a difference.” In order to qualify for the Daily Point of Light Award the following criteria must be met:
- Residency: Award nominees must be legal U.S. residents.
- Service: All volunteer activities must be unpaid and cannot include court-ordered community service. Nominees who receive a nominal stipend for their service or receive paid time off to volunteer are eligible.
- Timeline: Volunteer service must last for six uninterrupted months and still be ongoing (except disaster relief work).
- Impact: Work should demonstrate real impact from the activity. Examples include the number of people served, money raised, etc.
- Community need: Activity must meet a community need or concern. The nominee must have sustainability plans for their activity (ex. working with community organizations to continue their work, empowering service recipients to continue their work, etc.).
Here at Loveland Magazine, we want to take a moment to congratulate Evan Osgood on receiving this prestigious honor! Creating such a valuable non-profit during times like these and at such a young age is not only impressive but inspirational to those out there wanting to make a difference!

We would like to ask our loyal Loveland Magazine readers to support this fantastic cause by visiting SOS for PPE today and donating some of your time or dollars to making PPE for those who are desperately in need!

Want to read more about Evan Osgood? Click below to read about his time at one of the top Education Conferences!

LMS Student Evan Osgood on center stage at premier education conference
Jan 27, 2021
Lillianne Rohling, Sophia Stokes win scholastic art and writing awards

by David Miller

Loveland, Ohio – Seniors Lillianne Rohling and Sophia Stokes were recently honored with a Gold Key Scholastic Art Award. The two attend Loveland High School and competed in the Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana Art Region.

Lillianne Rohling’s mixed media work “Empty” and the painting “Touch” by Sophia Stokes will be eligible to compete for national honors in New York City.

Loveland High School students Lauren Hents, Ruthie Timman and Zak Griffiths were also honored with the Silver Key in the Scholastic Writing Awards.

In addition, Rohling was recognized for her art portfolio “On Earth.” The works of all the southwest regional winners can be viewed in a virtual exhibition hosted by the Art Academy of Cincinnati here.

https://www.artandwriting.org/

The Scholastic Art Awards is a 97-year-old national art competition that lets students compete with others in their region and then with other students nationally. The program fosters creativity and provides a platform for young people to gain recognition and compete for scholarship funds.

Jan 23, 2021
School Board hires Bradley Neavin as Interim Superintendent

by David Miller

Loveland, Ohio – In a unanimous vote last evening the Loveland School Board hired (pending contract approval) Bradley Neavin as an Interim Superintendent until a permanent replacement for Dr. Amy Crouse can be found.

In an answer to the question of what Neavin will be paid, Board President Kathy Lorenz told Loveland Magazine this afternoon that, Neavin’s “contract details will most likely be approved next week at a special meeting.”

Crouse’s last day is February 9. She resigned in December. Neavin will begin working on February 10.

Speaking on the selection of a permanent superintendent, Lorenz said, “I believe we will begin with a search as early as February 2nd in a scheduled work session.”

Neavin most recently served as Superintendent of Vandalia-Butler City Schools from 2013-2017. From 2007-2013 he served as Superintendent of Eaton Community Schools. Neavin has spent 32 years in education as a superintendent, principal, assistant principal, and band director before retiring in 2017.

Neavin’s LinkedIn profile says he is retired and was an account executive with Energy Optmizers, USA from September of 2017 until October 2018 and lives in Eaton, Ohio.

Bradley Neavin’s Education:

Ohio University ( Bachelor of Music Education) 1980 – 1985

Miami University in Oxford (Superintendent Licensure and Education Leadership) 2003 – 2007

Wright State University (Master of Education, Educational Leadership and Administration) 1997 – 1999

Graduated from Steubenville High School in 1980

Jan 22, 2021
Congratulations Loveland Tigers ECC 2020-2021 Academic Team Award Winners!

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Our Loveland Tigers are both talented on and off the field/court!

Introducing to you the ECC (Eastern Cincinnati Conference) 2020-2021 Loveland Tiger Academic Team Award Winners! In order to earn this achievement, the athlete must be on the varsity squad and earn a 3.5 g.p.a or higher. The following Tigers managed to meet the above requirements.

FALL CHEER: Kaitlyn Breese, Baylee Bronner, Erin Flanagan, Amy Keyser, Joseph Koehne, Blake Moore, Rachael Morgan, Nicole Pedicini, Olivia Powers, Grace Schamel, Anna Soupene, Caroline Staley, and Rowan Strayer.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY: David Ballman, Colin Beran, Brady Burns, Ryan Chevalier, Cayden Dyer, Grant Hanson, Jesse Jenkins, Carter Jerome, Alex Laman, Sam Neiger, Alex Saletta, Brady Steiner, Ajay Stutz, Andrew Waple, and Alex Wolf.

GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY: Ellie Carr, Allyson Colegate, Skyler Daumeyer, Bella Dillhoff, Kali Egan, Allie Fogel, Lauren Gard, Jessie Gibbins, Bethany Griffin, Sophia Huff, Sarah Madix, Tara McCarthy, Audrey O’Keefe, Ansley Richards, Emmy Sager, Maaike Snider, Meghan Tibbs, and Ellie Zicka.

FOOTBALL: Luca Aquilino, Zach Bebout, Jack Bergman, Sawyer Bowin, Calvin Cloud, Cam Delaney, Zach Dewitt, Ethan Freeland, Max Huddleston, Noah Kline, Tyler Lake, Weston Manske, Mason Moore, Jackson Noe, Gabe Ogdan, Adam Perry, Reed Stewart, Ben Svitkovich, and Jude Wint.

BOYS GOLF: Aiden Callahan, Matthew Geist, Ben Kirlin, Anthony Moran, Tyler Vallee, and Jake Zicka.

GIRLS GOLF: Emme Amy, Kristin Dygert, Elena Hentz, Kylie Poe, Meghan Smith, Ryan Smith, Caroline Sproull, Maya Stokes, and Kathryn Taylor.

BOYS SOCCER: Cole Brock, Gavyn Caney, Ian Circ, Kees Ciric, Landon Cornwall, Ryan Dillinger, Helge Harris, Addison Hearn, Sean Hollenkamp, Noah Lee, Luc Parrish, Alex Paumier, Aaron Schuetter, Brayden Shepard, Ethan Smith, and Joseph Stepaniak.

GIRLS SOCCER: Lindsay Barry, Erin Bullock, Megan Davis, Lauren Donovan, Eva Dudeck, Ryann Eversole, Leiah Goedde, Ella James, Sophia Kapszukiewicz, Campbell Massey, Grace Muchmore, Abby Pawlikowski, Shraya Smolenski, and Ava Webb.

GIRLS TENNIS: Jenna Batsch, Tess Broermann, Babs Dwyer, Kendall Forrest, Grace Haught, Sarah Hiett, Maira Hodar, Sarah McKenzie, and Hanna Wenger.

VOLLEYBALL: Julia Bayliff, Diana Clark, Faith Daugherty, Ellie Egan, Maya Jepson, Kate Krabacher, Nancy Taylor McKibben, Faith Meece, Abbie Miller, Alex Miller, Maggie Norris, and Audrey Planner.

Great job Tigers! Here at Loveland Magazine we are so proud that our athletes perform in the classroom as well! Congratulations!

Stay tuned for more of the latest 411 on your local sports!

Jan 21, 2021
Cindy Kessler is Making Loveland a Better Place, One Tree Seedling at a Time!

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Making a difference is what the community of Loveland is all about and longtime Loveland resident Cindy Kessler is one of those special individuals that has done just that!

Kessler made it her mission to dedicate her time and energy to growing tree seedlings in kitty litter buckets that she then gives away for free. “Rumpke doesn’t recycle the buckets,” Kessler said, “so this is a perfect way to repurpose them in a manner that benefits the earth.”

Although Kessler does most of the growing, she also has several friends who help her bag and distribute the seedlings.

“Our kick off is Graeter’s Valentine’s Day 2-for-1 special,” Kessler shared with us, “The atmosphere is festive, plus people are just starting to get spring fever… so we give them something to do outside; plant a tree.”

Cindy Kessler grows tree seedlings in kitty litter buckets which are plentiful because Rumpke Recycling doesn’t take the buckets.

Kessler said one year she and her crew gave away 766 seedlings! The seedlings will be offered at Starbucks, Graeter’s, LaRosa’s, Lenten fish fries, and many other hotspots around Loveland.

Free tree seedlings at the Loveland Starbucks

Kessler said the Loveland community has had an overwhelmingly positive response to the free tree seedlings.

“Baristas at Starbucks said that customers show them pictures of their newly planted seedlings and thank them ‘for doing this.’ Then the baristas turn to us and thank us for making it happen. When restocking our baskets, people often start meaningful conversations, that always include appreciation for our efforts.”

Cindy Kessler (on left) and two of her seedling partners

The response from the community in regards to Kessler’s tree seedlings has created so much hype that Kessler decided to create an instructional website that teaches you how to grow seedlings yourself! The website is as follows: seedstotrees.org. The abundant amount of pictures and resources make the growing process that much easier to mimic.

“Truly, anyone can do this; individuals, families, groups of friends, social clubs, school classes, religious groups, businesses, etc.,” Kessler said.

A display of free tree seedlings in a local shop

“Environmental degradation is a serious problem, but every tree that gets planted is part of the solution. So, put those kitty litter buckets to good use and start growing your own tree seedlings. If a lot of people do this, the impact can be huge. Spread the word,” Kessler said.

For more information about Cindy Kessler’s tree seedlings email her at info@seedstotrees.org. You may also contact Kessler to donate kitty litter buckets.

Seeds to Trees is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, dedicated to getting more trees planted worldwide, by showing individuals how to grow tree seedlings for distribution within their own communities. Whether you give away 5 seedlings or 500, you have made the world a better place!

If you would like to follow Seeds to Trees on FaceBook click the link!

Although Rumpke doesn’t take kitty litter buckets they just announced recently a new list of added recyclables you can place in your recycling bin. You can read about that by clicking the link below!

Butter tubs, yogurt containers now accepted in Rumpke’s recycling program

Jan 21, 2021
Individuals with disabilities can save through ABLEnow accounts

January is an opportunity for a fresh start. If you have been waiting to open an ABLE account, this offer is for you!

Open a new ABLEnow^® account by January 31, 2021, have a balance of at least $50 on February 28, 2021, and you’ll receive a $50 match to help jumpstart your savings. See official terms and conditions (pdf) for details.

In just four years, more than 10,000 Americans with disabilities have opened an ABLEnow account. These customers, representing all 50 states, have collectively contributed close to $75 million to their accounts – building assets for today’s needs and investing for tomorrow. For many, this is the first time they’ve been able to save money without impacting their eligibility for certain public benefits that provide income, health care, food and housing assistance.

ABLEnow accounts are available to eligible individuals in all 50 states. Remember, an eligible individual may only have one ABLE account at any time.

Register for a free webinar to learn how ABLE accounts can be an essential tool for individuals with disabilities save money, without being taxed on the earnings — and in most cases, without losing eligibility for certain means-tested benefits.

Consider saving your federal stimulus payment in your ABLEnow account for flexibility to use your funds on qualified disability expenses when you want, how you want.

There’s never been a better time to join more than 10,000 Americans with disabilities who are already saving with ABLEnow.

Open an Account

Jan 21, 2021
Introducing Loveland’s 2021 Valentine Art and Card Reveal!
by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Love was most certainly in the air on Thursday in Downtown Loveland’s Sweetheart Alley as some of the sweetest people in Loveland gathered to witness the 2021 Valentine Art and Card Reveal!

Valentine’s Day of course is one of the most coveted holidays in Loveland for obvious reasons…the city has the word “love” in its name and the city has been given the “Sweetheart of Ohio” title! With that title comes a long standing tradition that dates back to 1972; Loveland’s Valentine Program. This lovely program has significantly grown over the years adding more community activites focusing on the celebration of Valentine’s Day and a NATIONALLY recognized “catchet stamping and postmark program.”

The Loveland Valentine Program includes opportunities to volunteer for various Valentine’s Day activities, the nomination of a Valentine Lady (women who have distinguished themselves in the Loveland community, school, or family endeavors and acts as the ambassador for the Chamber’s Valentine Program, while visiting local businesses, nursing homes, and schools), the Valentine Card Design Competition, the Valentine Breakfast, the Valentine Poetry Contest, the opportunity to purchase Valentine Yard “Heart” Signs, a Business Window Decorating Contest, a Kids Valentino Coloring Contest, and volunteer opportunities to stamp Valentines at the local post office as well as purchase them. Because of COVID 10 the annual breakfast has been cancelled for this year.

With the 2021 Loveland Valentine Program activites set to kick off at the Loveland Post Office on February 1st with the stamping of Valentine’s Day cards, here at Loveland Magazine we decided to share with you our loyal readers, the 2021 Valentine Art and Card Design Reveal as well as the introduction of the winning artist!

Although both the introduction of the 2021 Valentine Lady and the Card Design Artist is typically celebrated with a much larger audience the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance President, Cee Cee Collins, wanted to be sure to keep everyone safe making the reveal a much smaller gathering. The celebration included the Valentine Ladies, who were thrilled to honor this year’s and next year’s (due to COVID-19 restrictions this year the Chamber decided to give the 2021 Valentine Lady the 2022 title as well in hopes that she could be more celebrated next year) Valentine Lady, Jeannie Shumaker, several members from City Hall and the LMRCA, and the 2021 Valentine Card Design Artist Cindy Wilmes.

Click below to witness the 2021 Valentine Art and Card Reveal presented to you by Loveland Magazine TV!

Shortly after the Valentine Card Design reveal Loveland Magazine had the opportunity to chat with the 2021-2022 Valentine Lady herself, Jeannie Shumaker, and the 2021 Valentine Card Artist, Cindy Wilmes about how it feels to represent the “Land of Love.” Nothing in the world is as sweet as these two very special women! Click below to watch the interview!

Here is a list of the 2021 Valentine Program activities and contests you can get involved in!
- Enter the 2021 Valentine Poetry Contest. Submissions are due by January 26th (Download the Entry Form >).
- Order your very own Valentine Yard Sign by February 4th (Download the Order Form).
- Enter the Business Window Decorating Contest (Contact the Chamber to register your business).
- Have your children enter the Valentino Coloring Contest. Submissions are due by January 26th (Download the Coloring Contest Form (PDF)).
- Purchase and send out a Loveland Valentine Card! You can purchase your card at the LMRCA Office, the Loveland Post Office beginning on February 1st, MILE42 COFFEE, the Loveland Kroger, Busy Bee Boutique, Trailside Provisions, Lemons and Limes Boutique, Blume, Alley’s Boutique, Hometown Cafe, and some local banks.
The Valentine Lady tradition goes back to 1971 when the Loveland Chamber of Commerce created a Valentine postmark. Doris Pfiester, chamber secretary at the time, mailed 1,000 Valentines for Loveland residents that had a special Loveland, Ohio postmark that year and was referred to as the “Valentine Lady” until a formal selection process began in the 1980s.

Pfiester was named the very first Valentine Lady in 1992. The Chamber re-mails thousands of cards they receive from around the world for people wanting their cards mailed from “Loveland” with the slogan, “There is nothing in the world so sweet as Love.” Chamber president in 1972, Dr. Roland Boike, coined the phrase, inspired by Samual Johnson.

The official announcement of Loveland’s 2021-2022 Valentine Lady, Jeannie Schumaker, will occur at Loveland City Hall on January 26th.

Want to learn more about Loveland’s 2021-2022 Valentine Lady? Click the following link: https://lovelandmagazine.com/meet-the-next-loveland-valentine-lady/.

Valentine Lady Representatives

2022-2021: Jeannie Shumaker

2020: Debbie Murray
2019: Dr. Kathy Lorenz
2018: Kay Bolin
2017: Carol Williams (Photos)
2016: Laurie Gordon (Photos)
2015: Sue Lundy
2014: Janis Fogle (More Video)
2013: Marge Henderson
2012: Jan Ranard
2011: Avery (Winkie) Foster
2010: Bonnie Larson
2009: Linda Cox
2008: Kay Napier
2007: Sue Newburger
2006: Peggy Goodwin
2005: Lu Boike
2004: Helen Gosch
2003: Kathryn Undercoffer
2002: Patricia Furterer
2001: Marirose Stiver
2000: Anne Fowler
1999: Winona Franz
1998: Barbara Dee
1997: Bobbie Books
1996: Jo Ann Richardson
1995: Mary McDonnell
1994: Margaret Keifer
1993: Kathryn Sidney
1992: Doris Osborne
1991: Martha Hockman
1990: Rose Wene
1989: Pat Randolph
1982-88: Ruth Jackson (Doris’s daughter)
1982: Doris Pfiester

We have more Loveland Magazine TV videos for you to enjoy! Click below to watch now!

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Hi Jeannie and Cindy.
Congratulations!
Jan 18, 2021
OHSAA Announces Adjustments to High School 2021 Football Schedules

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Although COVID-19 is still causing Ohio’s High Schools to be cautious, OHSAA (Ohio High School Athletic Association) announced in their routine Thursday morning meeting on the 14th that they voted in favor of making adjustments to the 2021 Ohio High School football regular-season schedules.

In May of 2020, OHSAA released that the Ohio High School Football Playoffs would be expanded to 12 schools per region rather than 8. This expansion alone would increase the number of football playoff qualifiers from 224 to 336. To read more about how the new playoff format will work click the following link: https://www.ohsaa.org/Sports/News/ohsaa-to-expand-football-playoffs-in-2021.

With the approval of the playoff expansion, the 2021 regular Ohio High School football season will begin a week earlier. Now schools will be allowed to execute two of the mandatory five “acclimatization” days in July. Practices are officially able to begin on August 1st.

Before the first day of the regular season for Ohio High School Football, which is on August 20th, teams will be able to participate in two scrimmages or jamboree games that can take place between August 6th-14th. The conclusion of the regular-season schedule will be on October 23rd followed by six weeks of playoffs.

To view more highlights from the OHSAA Board of Directors meeting that took place on January 14th click the following link: https://www.ohsaa.org/news-media/articles/ohsaa-board-of-directors-meeting-highlights-44.

Want to stay up to date on the latest Loveland and Ohio sports news? Stay tuned for more of the Sports 411 With Me, Cassie Mattia!

Jan 18, 2021
Apply for Loveland Stage Company Creative Arts Scholarship

Submitted by Nancy Downing

Loveland, Ohio – Each year the Loveland Stage Company recognizes a graduating high school student with its Creative Arts Scholarship.

The Loveland Stage Company is offering a scholarship again this year in the amount of $1000. In order to qualify for the scholarship, the graduating student must reside in the Loveland City School District, attend Loveland High School, or be an offspring of a Loveland Stage Company member. This scholarship is intended to be used toward college or university tuition, room and board, or books.

The Loveland Stage Company wishes to encourage and support young local talent. Therefore, prospective applicants must be planning to further their education in the Creative Arts. Qualifying areas of study include, but are not limited to: art, music, theater, photography, film, dance, and majors that support these studies. Students are asked to submit examples of their talent in their chosen field and a high school transcript demonstrating the ability to succeed academically as part of the application process.

Applications are available on the Loveland Stage Company website and are due no later than Sunday March 14.

Or, download the application here.

For information or questions contact our Scholarship Chair Theresa Kovacs at (513) 697-6769.

Jan 13, 2021
LHS Winter Sports Has Huge Victories Over Christmas Break!
The photo above by Claire Besler is Senior Bowler Jacob Kim

by Cassie Mattia

Loveland, Ohio – Student-Athletes and sports fans across Ohio are celebrating as Winter sports are finally back in session!

Over Winter break, the LHS Winter sports teams competed and gained some unbelievable ECC (Eastern Cincinnati Conference) victories! There have been many Tigers that are not only helping their designated teams win but also making a name for themselves as top performers within the ECC. Here is your Loveland Sports 411 With Me, Cassie Mattia!

Men’s Basketball

The Loveland Men’s Basketball Team worked hard over Christmas break so that they could compete to their best ability in some big league and non-league games!

On December 22nd the Tigers faced Talawanda at their home court. Loveland gained a victory winning 34 – 32 (click the link to see box score). The lead scorer for the Tigers was Addison Hearn who had 10 points while fellow Tiger Sam Cox played a great game as well grabbing 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 1 steal.

On December 29th Loveland hosted Mason. Although the Tigers lost 62 – 24 they fought as hard as they could to compete. The lead scorer for the Tigers was Pete Craft putting up 16 points.

On January 5th the Loveland Men’s Basketball Team played at Turpin losing in a very close game 45 – 39. The top performer for the Tigers was Aaron Krabacher scoring 14 points and grabbing 6 rebounds.

On January 8th the Tigers played in another nail bitter at home against Lebanon. The Tigers lost in overtime 70 – 68. Aaron Krabacher played unbelievably scoring 18 points and collecting 10 rebounds while teammate Pete Craft scored 17 points and gained 11 rebounds.

Currently, the Tigers are sitting in the middle of the ECC with a 3-4 record (5-6 overall). Tiger Addison Hearn is 1st in the ECC in Assists averaging 3.3 per game.

The Loveland Men’s Basketball Team will play again on January 12th at Home against Aiken at 7:30 PM.

Women’s Basketball

The Loveland Women’s Basketball Team is taking the ECC by storm achieving an 8-1 record (12-1 overall) after competing over Winter break putting the Tigers at the top of the ECC!

The Tigers kicked off Winter break play on December 23rd on their home court against Walnut Hills. Loveland secured a victory winning 52 – 21. The top performer for Loveland was Tess Broermann who had 14 points and 5 assists. Jenna Batsch also had a beyond stellar game scoring 12 points and grabbing 3 steals. Tiger Nia Kemper chipped in for the win with 11 points and 5 steals.

On December 28th Loveland traveled to West Clermont gaining another win 43 – 31. Tess Broermann was once again the leading scorer with 14 points! The Tigers bounced back and played again on December 30th on their home court against St. Ursula. Jenna Batsch helped lead the Tigers to another win, 51 – 43, scoring 19 points!

On January 4th Loveland made the trip to play at Sycamore where they had another victory winning 48 – 36. The MVP for the Tigers was Jenna Batsch who had 22 points, 4 rebounds, 3 steals, and 1 assist.

Loveland competed on January 6th at home against Lebanon winning 47 – 43 putting the Tigers officially on a 10 game winning streak! Jenna Batsch helped lead the Tigers to a victory once again earning 17 points, 8 rebounds, 3 steals, 1 assist, and 1 block.

After Loveland’s successful Winter break, several Tigers are now at the top of the ECC stat leader boards! Jenna Batsch is in 5th place in Scoring averaging 14.2 points per game, in 4th place for Blocks collecting 1.4 blocks per game, and is in 5th place for Steals grabbing 3 steals per game. Olivia Raby is in 3rd place for Blocks averaging 1.8 per game.

The Tigers will play their next game on January 13th on their home court against West Clermont at 7 PM.

Dive Team

Enjoy the beautiful compilation of photos taken of the Loveland Tigers Dive Team by Loveland Magazine intern Claire Beseler!

Photos by Claire Beseler © 2021
Wrestling

The Loveland Men’s Wrestling Team competed over Winter break earning top spots on all of the ECC leader boards! Check out the Tigers individual placement within the ECC according to what weight class they competed in!

EDITORS NOTE:

Katie Folzenlogen, the “Wrestling Liaison” sent this info to Loveland Magazine :

“You have some of the boys in the incorrect weight classes and missed the weight class 152. I am the wrestling liaison and I am happy to send the corrections if you would like them.”

126: Alex Harrison (10) and Tre Webster (12)
145: Ryan Harden (10) and Cole Ray(12)
152: Gavin Folzenlogen (11)

“Coach is switching up weight class placements for the duals moving forward. So there may be a few changes coming this Thursday.”
- 106 W L PINS
2. Ryne Webster (Jr), Loveland 5 5 1
- 113
1. Brett Hogan (Jr), Loveland 6 4 1
- 120
2. Ty Harter (So), Loveland 7 3 3
- 126
1. Alex Harrison (So), Loveland 7 3 3
- 132
1. Jake Case (Jr), Loveland 7 3 6
- 138
3. Ryan Harden (So), Loveland 5 4 3

4. Cole Ray (Sr), Loveland 1 1 1
- 145
3. Parker Ashby (Jr), Loveland 4 6 4
- 160
4. Brayden McCaleb (Fr), Loveland 1 3 1
4. Jack McCaleb (Jr), Loveland 1 6 1
- 170
2. Jarod Mendoza (Sr), Loveland 10 0 8
- 182
3. Semi Ozarslan (Jr), Loveland 4 2 3
- 195
2. Tristan Greatorex (So), Loveland 9 1 5
- 220
2. Vaughn Pence (Jr), Loveland 6 4 3
- 285
1. Sawyer Bowin (Jr), Loveland 9 1 5

The Loveland Wrestling Team’s next competition will be on January 14th at home against Lebanon at 5 PM.

Men’s Swimming

The Loveland Men’s Swim Team swam their hearts out over Christmas break placing in the top 10 in several ECC swimming categories! Below is the placement of both the team and Tiger individuals in the ECC.

The Women’s and Men’s Dive Team (Photo from Loveland Athletics)
- 200 Yard Medley Relay – 3rd – 1:51.93
- 200 Yard Freestyle
3. Evan Lucas (Jr), Loveland 1:58.04

8. Jackson Farrell (So), Loveland 2:10.51
- 200 Yard I.M
5. Colin Blackburn (Sr), Loveland 2:07.78

7. Landyn Temple (Fr), Loveland 2:20.64

9. Jackson Farrell (So), Loveland 2:29.17
- 50 Yard Freestyle
2. Evan Lucas (Jr), Loveland 23.85
- 100 Yard Butterfly
3. Evan Lucas (Jr), Loveland 56.29

6. Jackson Farrell (So), Loveland 1:04.02
7. Landyn Temple (Fr), Loveland 1:05.89
- 100 Yard Freestyle
3. Evan Lucas (Jr), Loveland 52.36

6. Colin Blackburn (Sr), Loveland 54.28
- 500 Yard Freestyle
6. Evan Lucas (Jr), Loveland 5:29.18

8. Landyn Temple (Fr), Loveland 5:32.83
- 200 Yard Freestyle Relay
2. Loveland 1:41.26
- 100 Yard Backstroke
5. Cole Kissick (So), Loveland 1:02.31
6. Jackson Farrell (So), Loveland 1:04.89

9. Jacob Carle (Sr), Loveland 1:11.50
- 100 Yard Breaststroke
2. Colin Blackburn (Sr), Loveland 1:05.20

4. Landyn Temple (Fr), Loveland 1:09.81

6. Evan Lucas (Jr), Loveland 1:12.69

8. Cole Kissick (So), Loveland 1:16.34
- 400 Freestyle Relay
3. Loveland 3:38.91

The Men’s Swim Team will compete again on January 21st at the Dive Championships at 5 PM at West Clermont High School and on January 23rd for the ECC Championships at 12:40 PM at Various Sites that have yet to be announced.

Women’s Swimming

The Loveland Women’s Swim Team swam fantastically over Winter break also placing in the top 10 in several ECC swimming categories! Below is the placement of both the team and Tiger individuals in the ECC.
- 200 Yard Medley
3. Loveland 2:03.60
- 200 Yard I.M
1. Sarah Lolli (Sr), Loveland 2:17.59

6. Kiley Dunlap (So), Loveland 2:31.64

10. Kendall Hubbell (So), Loveland 2:35.76
- 50 Yard Freestyle
3. Sarah Lolli (Sr), Loveland 26.66
- 100 Yard Butterfly
2. Sarah Lolli (Sr), Loveland 1:02.80

7. Kiley Dunlap (So), Loveland 1:10.19
- 100 Yard Freestyle
4. Kiley Dunlap (So), Loveland 58.54

8. Sarah Lolli (Sr), Loveland 59.95
- 200 Yard Freestyle Relay
3. Loveland 1:57.26
- 100 Yard Backstroke
7. Kendall Hubbell (So), Loveland 1:09.22
8. Kiley Dunlap (So), Loveland 1:10.37

10. Kendall Chapman (Fr), Loveland 1:10.62
- 100 Yard Breaststroke
3. Sarah Lolli (Sr), Loveland 1:15.52

9. Kendall Chapman (Fr), Loveland 1:22.31
10. Kiley Dunlap (So), Loveland 1:23.30
- 400 Yard Freestyle Relay
2. Loveland 4:14.62

The Women’s Swim Team will compete again on January 21st at the Dive Championships at 5 PM at West Clermont High School and on January 23rd for the ECC Championships at 12:40 PM at Various Sites that have yet to be announced.

Men’s Bowling

Photos by Claire Beseler © 2021

The Loveland Men’s Bowling Team kicked off January bowling in 3 different matches capturing 2 big ECC victories!

On January 2nd the Tigers bowled at the SWOC/ ECC Tournament then bounced back to bowl again against Anderson on January 4th claiming a big win! On January 6th Loveland secured another victory against Lebanon.

Below are the details for each of the 3 matches (click the blue link below to see)!

Sat. 2 at SWOC/ECC Tournament    Match Details
Mon. 4 Loveland 2489, Anderson 1810    Match Details
Wed. 6 Loveland 2624, Lebanon 2589    Match Details

The Loveland Men’s Bowling Team bowled again today at Little Miami at Eastgate Lanes at 3:30 PM, in which the results will be posted in a future Loveland 411 update, and will bowl on Wednesday at Crossgate Lanes at 3:30 PM against West Clermont.

Currently, Joey Kapszukiewicz is in 4th place in the ECC with a 202.6 bowling average, and Loveland as a team is sitting in 3rd place in the ECC with an average of 927.4. The Tigers are 2nd in the ECC with an 8-1 league record (9-1 overall).

Women’s Bowling

The Loveland Women’s Bowling Team started out 2021 bowling in 3 different matches capturing 1 win and 1 loss!

On January 2nd the Tigers competed at the ECC/SWOC Challenge, in which the Match Details weren’t available. On January 4th Loveland beat Anderson and a couple of days later on the 6th lost against Lebanon. The match details for both bowling competitions are below!

Sat. 2 at ECC/SWOC Challenge
Mon. 4 Loveland 1926, Anderson 1773    Match Details
Wed. 6 Lebanon 2133, Loveland 1913    Match Details

The Loveland Women’s Bowling Team competed on Sunday at Northwest Lanes for the Lancer Baker Bash and then again on Monday at Eastgate Lanes against Little Miami where they claimed a big ECC victory. The match details weren’t available for Sunday’s Lancer Baker Bash but were available for the Tigers match against Little Miami which is listed below.

Mon. 11 Loveland 2051, Little Miami 1718        Match Details

Loveland’s next match will be on January 13th against West Clermont at Crossgate Lanes at 3:30 PM.

Currently Tiger Ashley Gilker is in 4th place in the ECC with 175.5 bowling average and Loveland as a team is in 4th place with a 691.4 average. The Loveland Women’s Bowling Team is 6-4 in the ECC (6-5 overall).

Academic Team

The Loveland Tigers Academic Team competed twice thus far in 2021. Although they battled hard, the Tigers lost in both games against Little Miami on January 6th. The Tigers lost 82-67 and 70-63 putting them at 2-2-0 in the ECC.

The Academic Team’s next match will be January 13th at Kings at 4 PM.

That rounds up the Loveland Sports 411 With Me, Cassie Mattia! For more of sports updates stay tuned!
Jan 11, 2021