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  • Andrew Alten Named G-MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year

    Andrew Alten Named G-MAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year

    Alten earned just about every possible award a football player could receive during his senior season with the Oilers

    Findlay, Ohio – Senior football player Andrew Alten was named the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) Male Scholar Athlete of the Year, which was announced on July 10 by the league office.

    Alten, a native of Loveland, Ohio, earned just about every possible award a football player could receive during his senior season with the Oilers and helped the team to their very first appearance in the NCAA Division II National Playoffs.

    Alten secured All-American honors from D2Football.com, the Associated Press, the Division II Conference Commissioner’s Association (D2CCA) and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). He also picked up all-region accolades from the D2CCA and AFCA during his final year at Findlay.

    The 2017 Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) Offensive Lineman of the Year, Alten was voted first team all-league as well.

    While Alten had much success on the field, he was equally as impressive in the classroom. Alten carried a 3.91 grade point average and majored in computer science and math applied computer science. He also had a minor in information processing and is now a graduate student.

    Re-print with the permission of University of Findlay Athletics.

    The Andrew Alten File

    Height: 6-2
    Weight: 308
    Year: Sr.
    Hometown: Loveland, Ohio
    High School: Loveland
    Position: OL

     

    2017 – Appeared and started in nine games…Named G-MAC Offensive Lineman of the Year…Named first team all-G-MAC…Named first team all-American by AFCA…Named second team all-American by the D2CCA…Named second team all-American by the Associated Press…Named first team all-region by D2CCA…Named Don Hansen first team all-region…Anchored an offensive line that, prior to his injury in week nine, protected its quarterback better than any o-line in the country, allowing just 0.33 sacks per game at that time…In Alten’s nine games, Findlay rushed for 292.3 yards per game (fourth in the country), scored 47.7 points per game (third in the country), and picked up 248 first downs (second in the country). His efforts helped lead an Oilers offense that was one of just two teams in the country in any division to post 250+ yards of rushing offense and passing offense (the other was Ohio State).

    2016 – Appeared and started in ten games…Named first team all-GLIAC…Named second team all-region by Don Hansen’s Football Gazette..Helped pave the way for an offense that, for the first time in school hisory, featured a quarterback with 2,500+ passing yards, a receiver with 1,000+ receiving yards, and a tailback with 1,000+ rushing yards in the same season.

    2015 – Apperaed and started in all 11 games…Blocked for an offense that put up 36.1 points per game and 477.5 yards per game.

    2014 – Appeared in eight games…Made seven starts…Played center, right guard and left guard for the Oilers during the year…Helped pave the way for the Oilers to average 448.4 yards per game and 35.3 points per contest.

    Prep – Lettered in football, wrestling and track…Named all-Ohio in football…Was a first team all-conference pick…Earned all-city honors…Named all-conference in wrestling…Was the Ohio 2014 Wrestling State Champion in the heavyweight division. Andrew as a senior was on the 2013 Loveland High School Div. II championship team as an OL.

    Personal – Born Andrew Devin Alten…Son of Ed and Leah Alten…Has two brothers, Jacob and David.

  • Eric Fry: New assistant athletic director to join Tiger team

    Eric Fry: New assistant athletic director to join Tiger team

    Loveland, Ohio – To assist newly named Loveland Athletic Director Brian Conatser, the Board of Education approved Eric Fry as assistant director of student athletics. Fry has been serving students as a coach since 2001 and as a teacher since 2002, and most recently served as the athletic director for Turpin High School in the Forest Hills School District (2012-2018).

    Fry earned his bachelor’s degree in physical education from Ohio University in 2002, he earned his master’s degree in education in sports administration from Xavier University in 2007, and his license in school leadership and administration from Xavier in 2014. He additionally attended the Alpaugh Scholar Leadership Program at the University of Cincinnati in 2016.

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  • Loveland celebrated Tigers State Champion Soccer Team with ring ceremony

    Loveland celebrated Tigers State Champion Soccer Team with ring ceremony

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland High School (LHS) and the Loveland Athletic Boosters joined Tiger Nation in celebrating the success of the Tigers State Champion Soccer Team with a State Championship Ring Ceremony Friday, May 4, in the LHS Gym. The Loveland Athletic Boosters purchased the championship rings for the entire team and coaches.

    Athletic Director Brian Conatser

    “We are proud to celebrate our 2017 Lady Tigers State Champion Soccer Team and their historic accomplishments,” said Athletic Director Brian Conatser. “This season is a product of competing with excellence every day, overcoming adversity and countless hours of hard work. The Loveland community is remarkably proud of the way these student-athletes represent themselves with Respect, Responsibility, Integrity and Pride. It was an honor and privilege to recognize these student-athletes and their achievements! Go Tigers!”

    2nd Annual Symmes Township Food Truck Rally on Sat. June 23

  • Loveland High School wins ECC All Sports Trophy

    Loveland High School wins ECC All Sports Trophy

    The Loveland Tigers have won the 2017-2018 Eastern Cincinnati Conference All Sports Trophy. This is the Tigers fourth trophy in the last six years. Turpin finished second; the Spartans won the award for two years from 2014-2016. Final standings in the All Sports Trophy competition can be found HERE.

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  • [Exclusive Video] Loveland High School Spring Signing Day

    [Exclusive Video] Loveland High School Spring Signing Day

    Cade Spike • Paige Naber • Lindy Walker • Morgan Naber • Abbie Puchta • Tanner Miller • Adam Clark

    “It is an emotional experience for all involved,” said Loveland Interim Athletic Director Brian Conatser.

    Loveland, Ohio – In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV VIDEO Loveland High School Interim Athletic Director, Brian Conatser honored seven student-athletes on April  11 who committed to advance their educational and athletic careers to the next level during the LHS Athletic Spring Signing Day in the LHS Gym. Students were surrounded by family members, coaches, and friends as they announced their intentions and signed papers formalizing their intent.

    “It is an emotional experience for all involved,” said Loveland Interim Athletic Director Brian Conatser. “This is a moment many of these students have been working toward nearly their entire tenure as students, and these are the people who have cheered them on each step of the way. We are incredibly proud of what they have accomplished, and we wish them all the best.”

    The student-athletes who signed at the event included:

    • Adam Clark – Men’s Lacrosse,Cleveland State University
    • Tanner Miller – Volleyball, Thomas More College
    • Morgan Naber – Women’s Lacrosse, Kent State University
    • Paige Naber – Women’s Lacrosse, Mount St. Joseph University
    • Abbie Puchta – Women’s Lacrosse, Marietta College
    • Cade Spikes – Baseball, North Greenville University
    • Lindy Walker – Women’s Lacrosse, Transylvania University

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  • [Matt Huether] Tiger Men by 2 over St. X on Saturday in State Tournament

    [Matt Huether] Tiger Men by 2 over St. X on Saturday in State Tournament

    Matt Huether studies stats to predict the outcome of Loveland High School sporting contests

    It’s Loveland vs. St. X in State Tournament on Saturday at 8 PM at Lakota West

    The Loveland Tigers (5-17, 3-11 conf) match up against the St. Xavier Bombers (15-7, 2-4 conf) in a winner take all game. Loveland looks to end their 9 game losing streak, while getting a big time win versus St. Xavier. St. Xavier looks to make a big tournament run and hopes to start off with a convincing win.

    Sophomore Guard Brenton Foust had 14 points on 5 of 5 shooting (2 of 2 from 3) as well as 3 assists recently against West Clermont.

    St Xavier lost to West Clermont by 3 (51 to 48) earlier in the season and Loveland just lost to West Clermont by 6 (61 to 55).

     

    In Loveland’s last game Sophomore Guard Brenton Foust had 14 points on 5 of 5 shooting (2 of 2 from 3) as well as 3 assists. In St Xavier’s last game Junior Guard Nathan Stockman had 13 points on 5 of 12 shooting (0 of 1 from 3). Nathan also had 7 rebounds (3 offensive) and 3 assists.

    For Loveland look for Junior Guard Jalen Greiser who averages 13.5 points per game on 40.2% shooting (37.0% from 3). Jalen also averages 5.2 rebounds (1.4 offensive) and 2.6 assists per game. For Loveland also look for Junior Guard Matthew Toigo who averages 9.5 points per game on 51.0% shooting (42.2% from 3). Matthew also averages 2.3 rebounds a game (1.0 offensive).

    Junior Guard Matthew Toigo who averages 9.5 points per game on 51.0% shooting (42.2% from 3).

    For St Xavier look for Junior Guard Nathan Stockman who averages 12.4 points per game on 40.3% shooting (30.8% from 3). Nathan also averages 3.7 rebounds (0.9 offensive) and 1.9 steals a game. For St Xavier also look for Senior Guard Chase Wolf who averages 11.1 points per game on 38.9% shooting (38.1% from 3). Chase also averages 2.1 assists per game and 1.4 steals a game. Lastly for St Xavier look for Senior Forward Bobby Jefferson who averages 8.0 points per game on 49.6% shooting. Bobby also averages 4.3 rebounds a game (1.7 offensive).

    Overall: Loveland by 2 points

    Estimated Score: 55 to 53 Loveland

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  • [Matt Huether] West Clermont over Tigers by 4 in State Tournament

    [Matt Huether] West Clermont over Tigers by 4 in State Tournament

    Forward Jillian Hayes averages 15.6 points per game on 46.9% shooting for the Tigers

    The Loveland Tigers (18-4, 10-4 conf) match up against the West Clermont Wolves (16-7, 11-3 conf) in a winner take all State tournament game on Thursday. Game time is 6 PM at Sycamore High School.

    In the first game Loveland got the best of West Clermont with a 68 to 67 win at home. In the second game West Clermont got the better of Loveland with a score of 65 to 55.

    In the second game West Clermont out shot the tigers shooting 54.8% to Loveland’s 42.2%. For Loveland Sophomore Forward Jillian Hayes had 26 points on 8 of 16 shooting (10-13 from the line). Jillian also had 15 rebounds ( 8 offensive) in that game. For West Clermont Senior Guard Jasmine Hale had 15 points on 6 of 9 shooting.

    To get to this second round tournament game West Clermont beat Hamilton 72 to 34. For West Clermont Senior Guard Jasmine Hale had 15 points on 6 of 13 shooting (1 of 4 from 3). Jasmine also had 9 rebounds (7 offensive), 3 steals, and 3 assists. This game is the tie breaker of the series and serves as a winner take all game.

    6’2 Junior Center Courtney averages 6.3 points per game on 56.0% shooting for the Tigers

    For Loveland look for Sophomore Forward Jillian Hayes who averages 15.6 points per game on 46.9% shooting. Jillian also averages 8.7 rebounds a game (4.1 offensive), 3.4 steals a game, and 1.5 blocks a game. For Loveland also look for 6’2 Junior Center Courtney Henthorn. Courtney averages 6.3 points per game on 56.0% shooting.Courtney also averages 3.7 rebounds a game (1.6 offensive).

    For West Clermont look for Senior Guard Jasmine Hale who averages 12.8 points per game on 49.2% shooting (38.9% from 3). Jasmine also averages 2.9 assists per game and 1.8 steals a game. For West Clermont also look for Senior Forward Alexis Starks who averages 10.9 points per game on 54.7% shooting. Alexis also averages 5.8 rebounds a game (1.7 offensive), 2.2 assists a game and 1.0 blocks a game.

    Overall: West Clermont by 4

    Estimated Score: 66 to 62 West Clermont

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  • Loveland Athletic Director Julie Renner takes position outside education

    Loveland Athletic Director Julie Renner takes position outside education

    March 1st will be Julie Renner Day at Loveland High School

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland High School (LHS) has announced that District Director of Student Athletics Julie Renner has accepted a position with FinalForms, a national athletic management solution company, and her final day will be March 2.


    “I would not be telling the truth if I said this was an easy decision; the last four and a half years I have spent at Loveland have been a blessing,” said Renner. “My husband took a new position at Marshall University this past summer, moving our family home to West Virginia. Therefore, I have accepted this new position so we can live together as a family.

    “Loveland High School is a wonderful school, in an outstanding district and community. I cannot say enough about the caring school staff and coaching staff that I have been privileged to work with over these past four years. Moreover, the parents, adults and Booster organizations who work so hard to support this school to make it the best place for not just a few kids but for all students. I will miss the students so much. They hold a special place in my heart and many memories which will be forever stamped in my mind.”

    “We often say, ‘Once a Tiger, always a Tiger’ and this is certainly true of our feelings for Mrs. Renner,” said LHS Principal Peggy Johnson. “We – the administration, the staff and the students – will certainly miss the spirit she has brought to this role, but we are also so excited for this unique professional opportunity for her.”

    Renner has served the district in the position of director of student athletics since 2013, and has helped manage a state champion football team, a state champion wrestler, and a state champion womens soccer team during her tenure.

    “I would like to extend my gratitude to the Board of Education, the Loveland Athletic Boosters, the Athletic Department and the entire administrative team,” said Renner. “I would like to thank everyone for making my work environment enjoyable and giving me the opportunity to work with students every day. I greatly appreciate all of your support and guidance over the tenure of my employment.” 

    The district will announce a transition plan in the very near future.

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  • Women have rubber match with West Clermont to open post-season play

    Women have rubber match with West Clermont to open post-season play

    Madi McDermott scored 17 against West Clermont on January 6

    Loveland, Ohio – After a first-round bye, the Loveland Women will enter the State basketball tournament on February 22 with a #4 seed to face ECC opponent and #7 seed, West Clermont. The game is at Sycamore High School at 6 PM.

    Walnut Hills finished on top of the conference with a perfect record of 14-0 (22-1). West Clermont finished second with a record of 11-3 (16 – 7). Loveland rounded out the top three with a record of 10-4 (18 – 4).

    The Tigers lost two games to Walnut Hills and a game against fourth-place finisher, Kings. Loveland defeated West Clermont on January 6, 68-67 and lost to them on February 10, 65-55.

    In their first game of the tournament, West Clermont easily handled Hamilton 72-34, which advanced them to the Loveland game.

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  • [Matt Huether][Photo Album] West Clermont over Tigers by 8 on Friday night

    [Matt Huether][Photo Album] West Clermont over Tigers by 8 on Friday night

    Matt Huether studies stats to predict the outcome of Loveland High School sorting contests

    The Loveland Tigers match up against the Wolves of West Clermont in a meaningful conference game tonight. For Loveland ( 5-16, 3-10 conf) this game could jump start some momentum going into the postseason. For West Clermont (14-6, 8-5 conf) this game could boost their standings in the ECC as the Wolves from West Clermont are even in the standings with the Milford Eagles.

    For the second straight night Loveland matches up against West Clermont, this time at West Clermont.

    Last night’s game resulted in a 60 to 39 win for West Clermont with West Clermont shooting 52.4% from the field and Loveland shooting 26.0% from the field.




    Jalen Greiser lead the way for the Tigers last night with 11 points on 2 of 9 shooting (5-6 from the line).

    For Loveland Jalen Greiser lead the way with 11 points on 2 of 9 shooting (5-6 from the line). For West Clermont Jay Tiemeyer had 15 points on 5 of 7 shooting ( 3 of 3 from 3).  West Clermont also won the battle of the boards yesterday out rebounding Loveland 40 to 24. West Clermont Sophomore Center Jackson Ames (6’9) had 9 rebounds in last night’s game. For Loveland Juniors Jalen Greiser and Tripp Willis both had 5 rebounds in last night’s game.

    For Loveland look for Junior Guard Jalen Greiser who averages 13.6  points per game on 40.9% shooting. For Loveland look for Junior Guard Matt Toigo who averages 9.4 points per game on 51.4% shooting (44.0% from 3). Also for Loveland look for Junior Forward Tripp Willis who averages 7.9 points per game on 40.7% shooting. Tripp also averages 4.4 rebounds a game (1.0 offensive) and 1.2 blocks a game.

    For West Clermont look for Senior Guard Jay Tiemeyer who averages 16.4 points per game on 47.5% shooting (44.2% from 3). Also look for Senior Forward Dallas Padgitt who averages 9.6 points per game on 50.7% shooting. Dallas also averages 5.1 rebounds a game (1.3 offensive) and is shooting 69.2% from the line.

    Overall: West Clermont by 8

    Estimated Score: 55-47 West Clermont

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    The © photos were taken in the Loveland gym on Thursday, February 15 – Loveland Tigers vs. West Clermont Wolves.

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