Tag: University of Findlay

  • LHS Tigers Ogdan, Dewitt, Vallee, and Zicka all Sign to Play Collegiate Athletics!

    LHS Tigers Ogdan, Dewitt, Vallee, and Zicka all Sign to Play Collegiate Athletics!

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – It’s that time of year again to honor the Loveland High School student-athlete Seniors as we send them on their way to play collegiate sports at the conclusion of this school year!

    Although the 2020-2021 season for athletics was a bit more difficult due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, these particular LHS Seniors focused in and made sure to still dedicate all their time and energy into doing what it takes to get the opportunity to play their sport at the collegiate level. Despite all of the 2020 obstacles, the following Tigers are moving forward to play college athletics:

    1. Ogdan is committing to the University of Indianapolis to play Football. He currently is maintaining a 4.28 GPA.
    2. Ogdan has been awarded 1st Team All-ECC, 1st Team All-City, 1st Team Tri-State, and 2nd Team Division 2 Southwest District.
    3. Ogdan is both a captain and a 4-year Varsity starter.
    4. Ogdan is also a part of the Track and Field Team as well as a member of the National Honor Society and The Anthony Munoz Foundation.
    1. Dewitt has committed to playing Football at the University of Findlay. He is currently maintaining a 3.7 GPA.
    2. Dewitt is a 4-year LHS football player and a 2-year Varsity starter.
    3. Dewitt is a member of the Leadership Council.
    4. Dewitt is a part of The Student Athletic Leadership Team and Link Crew.
    5. Dewitt also played LHS Baseball his Freshman year and ran LHS JV Track.
    1. Vallee committed to playing Golf at the University of Findlay and is currently maintaining a 3.6 GPA.
    2. Vallee is a 4-year Varsity athlete. Valee acquired 1st Team All-Conference in 2018, 2019, and 2020. In 2020, Valee was awarded the ECC Player of the Year.
    3. Vallee enjoys playing Recreational Basketball as well.
    1. Zicka committed to playing Baseball at Xavier University. He is currently maintaining a 3.95 GPA.
    2. Zicka earned Perfect Game Underclass All-American and was selected to be on the All-Tournament Team.
    3. Zicka participates in Golf and is also a member of the National Honor Society, and the Student Athletic Leadership Team.

    We would like to take the time to congratulate these OUTSTANDING Tiger student-athletes for getting the opportunity to fine-tune their crafts at the collegiate level! It has been a joy watching each and every one of you thrive as students and excel as athletes. We will be cheering all of you on as you take the next step in your athletic and education journey! LONG LIVE THE LOVELAND TIGERS! GOOD LUCK SENIORS!

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  • [Exclusive] 4 Outstanding Athletes will be Inducted into LHS’s Athletic Hall of Fame

    [Exclusive] 4 Outstanding Athletes will be Inducted into LHS’s Athletic Hall of Fame

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – Four former standout Loveland High School athletes will be inducted into the Class of 2019 Hall of Fame during halftime of the Men’s basketball game against West Clermont on Friday, January 10.

    Kevin Taylor, founder, and chairman of the Loveland High School Athletic Hall of Fame committee recently announced the 2019 Hall of Fame inductees.

    Jessica Ajunwa Class of 2019

    High School Accomplishments

    • Graduated from Loveland High School in 2010
    • Varsity Track 1, 2, 3, 4
    • 1st Team All-FAVC 2, 3, 4
    • FAVC Runner of the Year 4
    • 1st Team All-City 100 Meter Dash 4
    • 1st Team All-City 200 Meter Dash 4
    • 1st Team All-Southwest District 100 Meter Dash 4
    • 1st Team All-Southwest District 200 Meter Dash 4
    • 2nd Team All-Regional 100 Meter Dash 4
    • 2nd Team All-Regional 200 Meter Dash 4
    • 2nd Team All-State 100 Meter Dash 4
    • 2nd Team All-State 200 Meter Dash 4
    • 2nd in 100 Meter Dash at Midwest Meet of Champions 4
    • 2nd in 200 Meter Dash at Midwest Meet of Champions 4
    • College: University of Cincinnati for Track

                                        

    Sam Bolden Class of 2019

    High School Accomplishments

    • Graduated from Loveland High School in 1972
    • Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4
    • Varsity Track 1, 2, 3, 4. 4 Year Letter
    • 1st Team All-EHL 880 Yard Relay Team 4
    • 2nd Team All-EHL 220 Yard Dash 4 EHL All-Star 4
    • 1st Team All-Sectional 880 Yard Relay Team 4
    • 1st Team All-Sectional 220 Yard Dash 4
    • 3rd Team All-Southwest District 220 Yard Dash 4
    • 1st Team Division AA All-City 4
    • 9th All-State 220 Yard Dash 4
    • Placed in Top 5 220 Yard Dash, 880 Relay and Long Jump at Little Miami and Blanchester Invitational Meets All 4 Years
    • 1972 School Records in 220 Yard Dash 22.7 Sec.
    • 880 Yard Relay 1min.34.3 sec. Long Jump 20ft. 5in.
    • College: Eastern Kentucky University

                                                   

    Sarah (Fisher) Kruger Class of 2019

    High School Accomplishments

    • Graduated from Loveland High School in 2010
    • Varsity Cross Country Division I, 4 Year Letter
    • Team Member 1st All-FAVC 2, 3, 4
    • Team Member 1st All-Southwest District 3, 4
    • Team Member All-Region and All-State Honors 4
    • 1st Women’s Team to Qualify to State
    • Track: 4 Year Varsity Letter
    • 1st Team All-FAVC 1600 Meter Run 1, 2
    • 2nd Team All-FAVC 1600 Meter run 3, 4
    • 1st Team All-Southwest District 1600 Meter Run 2, 3
    • 2nd Team All-Southwest District 1600 Meter Run 3, 4
    • All-Region Honors 1600 Meter Run 4
    • All-State Honors 1600 Meter Run 4
    • Represented Ohio at Midwest Meet of Champions 4
    • College: Washington University in St. Louis for Cross Country, Track and Field.

     

    Andrew Alten Class of 2019

    High School Accomplishments

    • Graduated from Loveland High School in 2014
    • Varsity Football: 3 Year Letter – Team Captain 4
    • Member 2013 Division II State Championship Team
    • 1st Team All ECC Offensive Lineman 3, 4
    • 1st Team All-City Offensive Lineman 4
    • 1st Team All-Southwest District Offensive Lineman 4
    • 1st Team All-State Offensive Lineman 4
    • Anthony Munoz Offensive Lineman of the Year 4
    • Larosa’s High School MVP Finalist 4
    • Varsity Wrestling Division I: 4 Year Letterman Captain 4
    • League Placer 285lb Weight Class 2, 4 League Champion 4
    • Sectional Placer 285lb Weight Class 2, 4 Sectional Champion 4
    • District Qualifier 285lb Weight Class 2,4 District Champion 2, 4
    • State Qualifier 285lb Weight Class 2, 4
    • State Champion 285lb Weight Class 4
    • Career Record 99 wins 21 losses. 500 Career Points
    • 50 Season Wins (2014) All Time Rank #1 in School History
    • 242 Season Points (2014) All Time Rank #2 in School History
    • 155 Season Takedown Efficiency (2014) All Time Rank #4 in School History.
    • College: University of Findlay for Football

    Want to see past LHS Hall of Fame inductee ceremonies? Click below on any of the links to watch!


    2010 Loveland High School Hall of Fame

    2014 inductees into Loveland High School Athletic Hall of Fame

    2016 Loveland High School Athletic Hall of Fame Induction

    Class of 2017 Loveland HS Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony

    [VIDEO] Class of 2018 Athletic Hall of Fame induction

    Brandon Williams, Tim Bauer, Bobby Capobianco, and Brian Wozniak – Hall of Famers