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  • Loveland is led by Seniors, Jalen Greiser and Matthew Toigo

    Loveland is led by Seniors, Jalen Greiser and Matthew Toigo

    by Matthew Huether

    Loveland, Ohio – The Winter Sports season is upon us and the Loveland Men’s Basketball team is looking forward to their upcoming season..

    Coach Rob Reis (File Photo)

    The Loveland Men’s Basketball team is Coached by Rob Reis. Coach Reis is in his fourth year of coaching at Loveland and holds a 29-41 record over his first three years, including a playoff win over Amelia. After a 5-18 season last year, Loveland looks to get back on track this season.

    Loveland is led by Seniors, Jalen Greiser and Matthew Toigo. Jalen was named First team all ECC last season and averaged 13.5 points per game, 5.1 rebounds a game (1.3 offensive) and  2.4 assists per game. Matthew was named Honorable Mention

    Loveland will be led by Senior, Jalen Greiser (Photo from 2017 season)

    all ECC last season and averaged 9.5 points per game and 2.3 rebounds a game. Also look for Senior Tripp Willis and Junior Alec Soth to have big impacts this season. Tripp was named Second Team all ECC last season and averaged 8.0 points per game, and 4.3 rebounds a game. Alec averaged 4.6 points per game last year and 2.2 rebounds a game.

    Loveland starts off the year at Harrison on November 30th at 7:00 PM. See the full schedule HERE.

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  • Tiger Cross Country up-date

    Tiger Cross Country up-date

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland men and women’s Cross Country teams had strong showings at the ECC Conference meet this past Saturday held at West Clermont. Both teams placed 3rd overall behind Kings and Turpin. Kings and Turpin are ranked Top 20 in the state for both Mens and Womens Cross Country.

    The Loveland men’s Cross Country team placed 3rd (85) at the ECC Conference Championships behind Turpin (41) and Kings (39). The Tigers had arguably their best  “team” race of the season. Team times include:

    Senior, Greg Ballman, 9th overall, time of 16:59.10

    Freshman, Ryan Chevalier, 14th overall, time of 17:06.30

    Sophomore, Ajay Stutz, 19th overall, time of 17:20.91

    Junior, Alex Ditchen, 21st overall, with a time of 17:22.57

    Senior, Thomas Gear, 22nd overall, time of 17:23.18

    Senior, Matt Huether, 24th overall, time of 17:25.50

    Junior, Kyle Griffin, 26th overall, time of 17:27.14

    Their next meet, Districts, will be held at Voice of America Park on Saturday October 20th at 11:30 AM.

    The Loveland Womens Cross Country team placed 3rd (84) at the ECC Conference Championships behind Kings (54) and Turpin (48). Team times include:

    Freshman, Jessie Gibbins, 9th overall, time of 19:38.39

    Sophomore, Ansley Richards, 13th overall, time of 19:51.27

    Sophomore, Ellie Carr, 14th overall, time of 19:51.53

    Senior, Sydney Cree, 23rd overall, time of 20:35.00

    Senior, Grace Moriarty, 25th overall, time of 20:41.29

    Freshman, Kristina Feighery, 31st overall, time of 21:04.15

    Junior, Lexi Duff, 36th overall, time of 21:53.10

    Their next meet, Districts, will be held at Voice of America Park on Saturday October 20th at 10:30 AM.

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  • Loveland High School tennis and soccer up-date

    Loveland High School tennis and soccer up-date

    Leading the way for Loveland is Senior, Brooke Harden, who has 8 goals and 8 assists in 13 games.

    by Matt Huether

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Womens Soccer team sits at 10-0-3 (5-0-1 conference) and has a big game coming up on October 9th at Turpin. Turpin sits at 5-1 in conference and 6-6-0 overall. Leading the way for Loveland is Senior, Brooke Harden, who has 8 goals and 8 assists in 13 games. Another strong leader for Loveland is Junior, Kaitlyn Andrews, who has 3 goals and 7 assists in 13 games. Loveland plays at home against Mount Norte Dame on Saturday October 6th at 7 PM.

    The Loveland Mens Soccer team sits at 9-4 (4-1 conference). Loveland is a half game behind Turpin in conference and looks to take over the conference lead when they play Turpin on October 11th at 7 PM. Leading the way for Loveland is Senior, Aiden Kopek, who has 7 goals and 2 assists in 7 games this season. Loveland is Sophomore, Helga Harris, another leader, has 8 goals in 7 games played. Loveland plays at West Clermont tomorrow night (October 4th) at 7:00 PM.

    The Loveland Womens Tennis team sits at 13-3 (5-1 conference). Loveland had a strong showing at the ECC Conference Championships taking second with 33 points. Loveland Senior, Peyton Beller, leads the way with a 13-6 overall (5-1 conference) record. Peyton was awarded the 3rd seed in the Cincinnati Sectional for her strong play this season. Peyton will start her postseason taking on Eichorn of Oak Hills. Loveland Junior, Anna Svitkovich, also a leader, sits at 11-6 (5-1 conference) on the season. Anna was awarded the 4th seed in the Cincinnati Sectional and will start off against Ramirez of Harrison. Loveland has their Sectionals Tomorrow (October 4th) at the Lindner Family Tennis Center at 8:30 AM.

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  • Loveland Tiger sports up-date

    Loveland Tiger sports up-date

    Ashley McDonald in recent action against Walnut Hills

    by Matt Huether

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Womens Golf team had a strong showing this past week at the ECC Championships taking 2nd in the Conference finisher. In the Preseason Tournament Loveland took 4th (395) behind Kings (341), Milford (351), and Turpin (378). This time around Loveland took 2nd (360) only behind Kings (343). Loveland was led by Silver Medalist Samantha Skarda (84) and Bronze Medalist Allison Rountree (85). Also for Loveland Erin Dickman shot a 95, Alex Vanderhorst shot a 96 and Kali Egan shot a 109. Their next match is tomorrow, (9/25) at Turpin at Terrace Park Country Club at 4 PM.

    The Loveland Womens Volleyball team also had a great week beating Anderson (3-0) and West Clermont (3-0). The team sits at 13-1 (8-0 conference) and is currently ranked #17 in the state. Loveland is led by Seniors Marie Plitt and Ashley McDonald. Plitt has 129 Kills, 158 Diggs and 35 blocks on the season. McDonald has 161 Kills, 129 Diggs and 13 blocks on the season. McDonald was named Novacare Player of the game in Loveland’s win over Anderson.  During the game she had 9 Kills and 3 Diggs. Loveland’s next game is Tuesday night (9/25) at 7 PM at Kings.

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  • Tigers sweep their own XC Invitational

    Tigers sweep their own XC Invitational

    Jessie Gibbins (above) placed 1st with a time of 19:33

    by Matt Huether

    Greg Ballman placed 1st with a time of 16:39.

    Symmes Township, Ohio – On September 1st Loveland held its first cross country invitational meet in four years. The event took place at the Home of the Brave Park in Symmes Township and was coordinated by Jim and Cindy Daumeyer. As a member of the cross country team myself, I would like to say thank you to the Daumeyers for their hard work and for bringing back a home invitational to Loveland.

    The Loveland Cross Country teams completed a sweep of all Middle School and High School events. The Loveland High School men were led by Greg Ballman who placed 1st with a time of 16:39. Loveland took three of the top five spots on the 3.2 mile course, with Ryan Chevalier coming in 3rd with a time of 17:27 and Matt Huether coming in 5th with a time of 17:55.

    The Loveland High School women were led by Jessie Gibbins who placed 1st with a time of 19:33 on the 3.2 mile course. Loveland put all 7 of their runners in the top 15. Ellie Carr placed 3rd with a time of 20:12 and Maaike Snider placed 4th with a time of 20:21.

    For the Middle School women, Ellie Zicka and Allison Colegate led the way running 13:16 and 13:25, placing 2nd and 3rd respectively on the 2 mile course.

    For the Middle School men, Brady Steiner and William Mansfield led the way running 12:02 and 12:15, placing 1st and 3rd respectively on the 2 mile course.

    Click on Photos to enlarge. All Photos © 2018 Loveland Magazine/David Miller.

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  • Loveland High School Sports Updates

    Loveland High School Sports Updates

    by Matt Huether

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Womens Soccer team sits at 6-0-1 (2-0-1 conference) after tying 2-2 in a game versus Milford. Leading the way for Loveland are Seniors Brooke Harden and Lauren Williams. Harden has 4 goals and 5 assists in 7 games this season while Williams has 3 goals and 3 assists this season in 7 games. Their next game is on
    Tuesday September 18th at home versus Withrow at 7 PM. With the tie, they fell to 2nd in conference standings to #1 Turpin (3-0, 4-4). The team is now #3 in the country in the USA Today Super 25 Expert Rankings. This was before the tie with Milford.

    Loveland Forward Lauren Williams had her header blocked early in the match against Milford.

    The Loveland Mens Soccer team sits at 6-2 (2-1 conference). Leading the way for Loveland are Seniors Andrew Hartman and Aiden Kopek. Hartman has 2 goals and 5 assists in 5 games while Kopek has 4 goals in 3 games this season. Their next game is Thursday September 20th at Withrow (0-2, 2-3) at 7 PM.

    The Loveland Womens Cross Country team placed 3rd out of 18 teams at the Mason meet on September 8, beating out Ursuline, Springboro and many others. Leading the way for the Tigers are Freshman, Jessie Gibbins, who ran a 19:47.0 at the meet and Sophomore, Ellie Carr, ran a 19:52.0 at the meet. Their next meet is at Centerville on Saturday September 22nd.

    The Loveland Mens Cross Country team placed 10th out of 27 teams at the Mason meet. They placed higher than Centerville, St.Xavier (B), to name a few. Leading the way for Loveland are Senior Greg Ballman who ran a 16:46.4 at the meet. Also for Loveland Freshman, Ryan Chevalier, ran a 17:32.8 at the meet. Their next meet is Saturday September 15th at Milford at 9 AM.

    Freshman Leiah Goeddef scored on this header against Milford.
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  • Sam David named Grand Marshal of 2018 Homecoming Parade

    Sam David named Grand Marshal of 2018 Homecoming Parade

    Loveland, Ohio – In announcing that Sam David will be the Grand Marshal of the 2018 Loveland High School Homecoming Parade, Loveland Athletic Boosters’ Parade Coordinator Tori Morrison said, “As you know Sam has done a lot for our schools and community and we look forward to honoring him.”

    The Parade is on Thursday, September 13 at 6:30 PM. The Homecoming game will be on Friday, September 14 at 7 PM vs the Withrow Tigers.

    Grand Marshal Sam David has lived in Loveland since 2009 and had two kids graduate from Loveland High School.

    Booster President Jeff Williams said, “Sam David has been the most generous person I know in dealing with the community and the students of Loveland. Sam has donated hundreds of hours to our community in volunteer hours and also personal investments over the years. Sam is all about Loveland.”

    David began working for Larosas at the age of 16 and became General Manager of the Loveland store in 1985. In 1989 he became one of the owners. Since then he has joined his brother in owning six locations. He is on the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance Board of Directors.

    Upon hearing about the choice of Grand Marshal, Loveland School Superintendent Amy Crouse said, “Sam is a great choice. He genuinely cares about the whole Tiger experience for our students and staff.  He is one of our biggest cheerleaders both academically and in sports.”

    David will be honored at halftime of the Homecoming Game with this statement:

    He has served the Loveland Athletic Boosters as Director of Banner Sales, and more recently spent four years as 2nd Vice President. He has mentored countless kids over the years and is always willing to give of his time. He is currently a part of the Building Tiger Nation Committee.
    Over the years he has made many donations to Loveland athletics and other activities. He and Michelle Petit are major donors to both the Tiger Turf and the Fitness Center. We as a community cannot thank Sam enough for all he has done and continues to do.
    Please join us in honoring Sam David who is accompanied by his granddaughter Charli Jo.

    The Parade starts at the Moose Lodge Hall on East Loveland Avenue, continues on West Loveland Avenue, to Rich Road, and ends at #1 Tiger Trail at Loveland High School. The annual Powder Puff football game will be held at Tiger Stadium immediately following the parade.

    “Sam works for the betterment of the Tiger experience for all students. He treats all students with kindness and respect,” said Loveland High School Principal Peggy Johnson.

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  • Loveland High School sports highlights

    Loveland High School sports highlights

    Jillian Hayes in the 3-0 defeat over Walnut Hills on September 4th

     

    by Matt Huether

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Womens Soccer team has gotten off to a great start with a 5-0 (2-0)record. This past Saturday they traveled to Ryle, and won 4-0. Leading the way for the Tigers is Senior Brooke Harden with 4 assists and 2 goals in 4 games. Harden just surpassed the most assists in school history (at 47)  and will be looking to extend that record which was 45. Also for the Tigers, Senior Lauren Williams has started off strong scoring 2 goals in the first four games. Williams also has 2 assists through the first four games. The Tigers traveled to and defeated Kings 3-0 on Tuesday September 4. Their next match is Saturday at home against Sycamore. The game is at 5 PM.

    Loveland Womens Soccer now #2 in the Country in USA Today…

    The Loveland Mens Soccer team currently sits at 3-2 (0-1 conference). Last Thursday the Tigers took on Anderson at their home. The game went back and forth but at the end it was Anderson on top with a score of 6-5. Loveland’s Aiden Kopek and Helga Harris scored twice and Keith Broermann scored once. On Saturday the team visited La Salle and won 2-1. Leading the way for the Tigers this season has been Senior Keith Broermann who has scored 3 goals in 3 matches. Their next game is Thursday (9/6) at home vs Kings at 7 PM.

    The Loveland Womens Volleyball team currently sits at 7-0 (3-0 conference) to start the season. Leading the way for the Tigers is Senior Ashley McDonald who has 66 kills, 57 diggs, and 5 blocks on the season. Also leading the way for Loveland is Senior Marie Plitt who has 53 kills, 60 diggs, and 12 blocks on the season.

    The Tigers continued their undefeated season with a 3-0 win at home over Walnut Hills on Tuesday. They compete again at 7 PM Thursday at Turpin.

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  • Loveland Womens Soccer now #2 in the Country in USA Today Super 25 Poll

    Loveland Womens Soccer now #2 in the Country in USA Today Super 25 Poll

    Loveland High School Tigers Womens Soccer moved from #10 to #2 after the second week of the USA TODAY High School Sports and United Soccer Coaches polling. Portland Jesuit (Portland, OR) moved up one spot to take over as #1 team in the nation.

    Ashland (Ashland, OH) #11 and Walsh Jesuit (Cuyahoga Falls, OH) #19 are the only other Ohio team in the top “Super 25 Expert Ratings”.

    Since the ratings were compiled, Loveland has put up another win, beating Kings Tuesday on the Knights field, 3-0. The Tiger Women next play on Saturday at Tiger Stadium when they host Sycamore (3-0-1).

    “Each week USA TODAY High School Sports and United Soccer Coaches (formerly NSCAA) will release Super 25 Regional Girls Spring Soccer Rankings. Rankings are based on results from the 2018-19 season, quality of players and strength of schedule. Regions are determined by the United Soccer Coaches.”
    (Read the Womens Soccer rankings HERE)
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  • Loveland XC Invitational makes “Triumphant Return” after 4-year hiatus

    Loveland XC Invitational makes “Triumphant Return” after 4-year hiatus

    Saturday September 1

    Home of the Brave Park in Symmes Township, Ohio

    Symmes Township, Ohio – On September, 1st, the Loveland Cross Country Men and Women will be hosting the Loveland XC Invitational. The event will be held at Home Of The Brave Park in Symmes Township and will include more than 11 middle school and more than 10 high school teams competing in 8 races. Over 900 local athletes will be in attendance. The course includes a good mix of trails and flat fast fields.

    The course was designed and constructed by Loveland parents. More than a decade ago Loveland briefly held meets at Loveland High School, and then for several years ran home meets at Grailville. This “Home Meet” will be the first in several seasons.

    Schedule

    2 Mile – Middle School

    8:00 am        MS Mens Team (Run 7, Score 5)

    8:30 am        MS Womens Team (Run 7, Score 5)

    9:00 am        MS Mens Open

    9:30 am        MS Womens Open

    10:00 am      MS Awards

    3.1 Mile – High School

    10:30 am      HS Womens Varsity (Run 7, Score 5)

    11:00 am      HS Mens Varsity (Run 7, Score 5)

    11:30 am      HS Womens Open

    12:00 pm      HS Mens Open

    12:30 pm      HS Awards

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