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NOTE:  The Miami Valley Conference sponsors football, volleyball, and cross country during the fall sports season.

FOOTBALL:  CHCA is shooting for the Eagles' third straight junior high championship on the gridiron this fall after finishing 2025 undefeated at 7-0.

VOLLEYBALL:  The MVC Middle School Volleyball Tournament champions for 2025 were from MVCA (both seventh and eighth grade).  The Lady Lions downed Cincinnati Christian in both tourney final match-ups. CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT:  Dates for the 2026 MVC Tournament will be October 10, 13, and 15 (Finals at Norwood HS).

CROSS COUNTRY:  Congratulations to our defending Miami Valley Conference champions in cross country, the CHCA Eagles (both boys and girls).  MVCA finished runner-up for both boys and girls. The 2026 MVC Meet is scheduled for October 14 at Cincinnati Country Day.

CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS

LOVELAND INVITATIONAL:  Click HERE for complete results.

LEBANON RUNNING WARRIOR INVITATIONAL:  Click HERE for complete results.

The MVC is recognizing Athletes of the Week at the middle school level.  Like our conference high schools, coaches will submit their student-athletes and each recipient will be posted here weekly.

WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 13

MVCA eigth grade volleyball player Daphne Maher was on fire in a win against CHCA. She register six blocks, four kills, and four aces. She’s an incredible force to have to play against, as she doesn’t let much past her at the net!

The Summit Country Day golf team won the Par 3 Division of the Little Miami Middle School Open by five strokes over the second-place team, Nagel.  Seventh grader Carter Marsh shot a one-under par 26 to lead the Silver Knights and win medalist honors for the Par 3 Division.

North College Hill volleyball player Lyric Mitchell has been an outstanding contributor to the team, consistently leading in both serves and blocks. Beyond her statistical performance, she displays exceptional focus, leadership, and preparedness for every game, setting a fantastic example for her teammates.

CHCA beat Cincinnati Country Day in a rainstorm on Thursday.  Quarterback Deacon Ridner Richard threw for 163 yards and ran for 87 more.  Wide Receiver Liam Hummel had 140 yards receiving and the Eagles had 325 yards of offense en route to a 26-6 win.

Norwood boys soccer recognizes the following players:  Augustine “Auggie” Winterbauer (center back) has been really impressive as a center back this season. He works hard, is always willing to help, and is constantly looking for ways to improve himself and the team. He’s knowledgeable about the game, knows where he needs to be, and understands how to stop an attack before it becomes dangerous. I’ve yet to see a bad performance from him, and honestly, I doubt I’ll see one this season! Keep up the great work, Auggie! You’re killing it at CB! Alex O’Connor (CDM) has always been a great player. Last season, unfortunately, he wasn’t able to be with us for the entire season, but as you can see, he came back in full force! This season, Alex was given a new position as a CDM, and he is absolutely killing it! He has brought balance to our formation - and yes, here comes the Star Wars reference - he truly brought balance to the Force! He’s been assisting on goals, helping us get out of trouble, and making a big impact in the middle of the field. Keep it up, Alex! Shane Burns (forward) found the spark we needed! He came here ready to break records and set new goals, and I absolutely love that mentality. I love players who push the bar higher and challenge everyone around them to get better. Shane currently has TWO hat tricks!  One more and he’ll officially become a soccer wizard! And for those who don’t know, hat tricks are NOT easy to get, but Shane has somehow made them look easy. If he keeps this up, he has a real opportunity to break the middle school record for most goals in a season. So stay focused, keep working, and keep pushing! Remember: teamwork makes the dream work! Adam Odeh (False 9) has been putting together back-to-back great performances! This season, we gave him the False 9 position, which gives him more freedom during games, and he has handled the new role extremely well. He’s scored, assisted, and been involved in a lot of key plays - and in soccer, that’s extremely important! Stay focused and continue being the great player you’ve shown us you can be, Adam! Keep going! Oscar Torres (forward) has had a great turnaround this season. He’s been more involved, more consistent, and I can clearly see the improvements he’s making. He recently found the back of the net against Seven Hills and continues to push himself to get better. What I really appreciate about Oscar is his ability to receive feedback. Some players hear something they don’t want to hear and shut down. Oscar doesn’t. He has allowed himself to take the feedback, learn from it, and improve. That is a huge part of becoming a better player. Keep that going, Oscar! I’m really proud of the progress you’re making. Maximus Coreas (midfielder/forward) is heading in the right direction this season! He’s staying aggressive, making challenges, and most importantly, he’s improving quickly. I expect to rely on him more and more as the season continues; but unfortunately, we did have a little setback. Due to an injury, Maximus will be out for approximately two weeks. However, I don’t expect him to take his foot off the gas once he’s ready to return! I’m really proud of the work you’ve been putting in, Maximus. Keep working, keep recovering, and we can’t wait to have you back on the field! 

WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 6

Eighth grader Micah Dickerson's 2026 season has started with back-to-back PRs. After dropping 7 seconds in the season opener and finishing second overall at Cincinnati Country Day, helping lead the CCS boys cross country team to victory, he took another big step forward at Lebanon. Micah crossed the line in 13:06.1, dropping another 10.8 seconds from his PR - nearly 18 seconds of improvement in just two meets.

Congratulations to CHCA eighth grader Hannah Jones for all her hard work in practice. This is paying off in dividends as she dropped one minute on her PR in a tough race at Loveland. 

Congratulations to CHCA seventh grader Luke Stevens as he juggles both football and cross country in the same season. His efforts over the summer and into the season gave him the opportunity for a PR at Loveland. His determination is contagious and appreciated.

Lockland volleyball recognizes Alana Smith as this week's Athlete of the Week. Despite the loss against Summit Country Day, she was a great leader on the court and had some great serves and digs.

Norwood boys soccer recognizes Max Smith, Gavin Bryce, and Blake Isaac. Max had a great performance against MVCA, going 10-for-10 in goal! He managed to make important saves on some dangerous chances that came his way. Luckily, Max knew when to rush out and defend his box, making some big plays when we needed them. His ball placement was also key, helping create opportunities for us to move forward and score. Max showed great awareness, confidence, and teamwork throughout the game. Great performance and an even better team player! Gavin, a midfielder, has been putting in the work both on and off the field, and I absolutely love the energy he brings to the team and every game. He’s not afraid of a challenge - whether that means defending an opposing player, winning the ball, or creating a counterattack. Gavin is the type of player who is always ready for action. Practice? He’s ready. Game day? He’s ready. It doesn’t matter what we throw at him - Gavin is ready to go! He’s definitely a great player to have on this team, and his energy and willingness to compete make a difference. Blake has had quite an experience this season! From completing nine laps, throwing up, and STILL finishing those laps, that is honestly very impressive. We love Skyline, but definitely don’t eat that before practice! That tells me one thing: Blake isn’t afraid of a challenge, and he won’t quit. He pushes forward and accepts every challenge that comes his way, no matter how difficult it gets. You need someone on your team who can lift everyone’s spirits when things aren’t going our way, and Blake has shown that he can be that person. His determination, resilience, and positive attitude make him a valuable part of the Norwood Indians. Keep pushing, Blake! 

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 30

Seven Hills golf team officially started the season this week at Little Miami (par 3).  The medalist was Barron Shapiro, who shot a 25, while Eli Spar shot a 26! Barron and Eli are both seventh graders!

Ruby Hayes (8th grade) and Quinn Carlson (7th grade) are both goalies who have helped the Lady Knights field Hockey team record three shutouts in our first games of the season! 

Behind a dominant offensive line, clearing the path for the Lions' rushing attack and Greyson Arellano's 200+ yard performance, the MVCA football team won its season opener 46-20 over New Miami. After a shaky start, the MVCA defense got things rolling as well, collecting two safeties and an interception by Beau Livezey.

Congratulations to seventh grade Charlotte Donovan, eighth grader Hailey Gaudette, and seventh grader Shana Whembolua for medaling in their first two invitationals of the season for the CHCA girls cross country team. For the boys, congratulations to eighth grader Eli Hinman for also medaling in his first two invitationals.

MVCA cross country runner Amelia Stuk had two wins last week, taking the title in both the Clark and CCD Invitationals.

Norwood would like to nominate Ainsley Meadors for Athlete of the Week. Ainsley has made a strong impact on our volleyball team through her serving, setting, and defensive play. She continues to grow in confidence and skill while embracing her role on and off the floor. Her hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to her team make her a deserving nominee!

Norwood would also like to nominate Kensington Hull for our B team Athlete of the Week. Kenzi has played an important role in the team's success this season. She consistently keeps rallies going and has become a vocal leader on the court, encouraging her teammates and elevating their play. Her effort, leadership, and positive attitude make her a valuable part of our team!

WEEK ENDING AUGUST 23

In the 2026 season opener, St Bernard-Elmwood Place ran the ball well and took up the entire first quarter and two minutes of the second quarter on its initial possession, but the Eagles stopped them on downs. CHCA's Tyler Lillback took the first Eagles' touch 77 yards to the house and the Eagles turned a quick turnover into another touchdown with a 10-yard TD run by Isaiah Olson with six seconds left in the half.  Isaiah had eight touches for 89 yards, and Tyler had three touches for 86 yards to highlight the 22-8 CHCA win.

St. Bernard-Elmwood Place football would like to honor Ryan Pitts for his offensive performance and dedication to his team. In our contest against CHCA, he scored a receiving touchdown. He was a pioneer for the Titan offensive unit in spite of the loss. Defensive accolades go to Gabe Martinez, Shamir Morton, and Zyon Smith. They collectively showed up on some major plays with big tackles. They were the forerunners for the Titan defense.

Summit Country Day seventh-grade volleyball player Maris Moore is a natural leader on the court and in practice, with a lot of potential as an athlete. We are excited to see what she can accomplish! Eighth grader Chelsea Beyerbach is a poised and confident teammate. She pushes others to be better, playing out of position and still finding ways to impress!

On Thursday, The Summit Country Day golf team played against Cardinal Pacelli in its first non-conference match of the year. The Silver Knights walked away with a victory, beating Cardinal Pacelli by fifteen strokes - 163-178. Levi Jewell was the match medalist, shooting a score of 36 on Little Miami’s Par 3 course. Levi would describe himself as a baseball player, as he only started playing golf more seriously six months ago.

 Norwood boys soccer recognizes the following players:  Sir’Kharri Smith has a strong work ethic and a passion for striving for success both on and off the field. His dedication to improving and growing is definitely something to respect and an excellent example for others. He’s absolutely a player to watch this season and for many seasons to come! William Lengerich opened the season with an impressive 18 saves as a goalkeeper, making those saves out of approximately 25–30 shots on goal. As a goalkeeper, that’s an incredible start! He’s already on his way to challenging the current NMS record of 36 saves. With determination and consistency, William has the potential to make his mark in the record books. Keep working, William! Adam Odeh has proven to be a great choice as a captain this season. He has handled his captain responsibilities very well and has also managed to put his name on the scoreboard this season! Adam has plenty of potential to become a great player and team leader. Keep it up, Adam! Shane Burns was another great choice for captain this season. He works hard during practice and especially during games. He helps keep the team motivated, focused, and moving forward. Shane is the type of player who can set the bar high for others to follow as we continue through the season. Keep in mind, we’ve only just started - but I know Shane is going to give us a great season! Fisher “Brave” Raber is a player who has worked extremely hard this season and last season, and you can clearly see the progress he has made. I’ve been really impressed with his performances so far. He takes on challenges with a smile and maintains a great attitude. His determination, patience, and willingness to keep going are awesome qualities to see in a player. Keep pushing, Fisher - you’re showing what happens when you refuse to give up!