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Edgewood lacrosse teams gets chance to compete in State tournament.

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Field announced, The College of Wooster opens NCAA Regional play against Adrian. Wooster joins an 8-team field in Marietta, May 16-20, and the winner advances to the Division III Small College World Series.

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Tigers get a bite out of Generals in Sectional opener, post 4-1 win. Overall, the Wooster High School team hasn't had the season it hoped for, but they gave it their all in the Division I Massillon match.

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Generals roller coaster ride continues as they can't hold lead against Perry in Sectional opener. Coach Derek Boyd looks back on the season and the wild ride the boys at Wooster High School have taken.

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Neidig looking to go out with a flourish at OCC track and field championships. The Wooster senior is winding down his high school career, but it looking to make the most out of his remaining time as a General.

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Haas, community will get early look Generals’ football team

Coach Doug Haas was interested in showcasing his Generals to the community in an early workout camp. The Wooster High School football team will take to Follis Field, June 4, from 7-10 p.m. for a special session.

The British are coming to Millersburg: Soccer camps begin July 23

West Holmes High School will be the site of British Soccer Camp, presented by Challenger Sports.

Neidig leads General thinclads at OCC Track and Field Championships

Neidig earns OCC Runner of Year award to Wooster's OCC performance.

Edgewood lax team puts finish on strong season

Edgewood lacrosse teams gets chance to compete in State tournament.

Wayne County Track Club competes in Smith Dairy Meet

Smith Dairy Meet hosts 200 youth in 24th annual track and field meet.

Scots look to maintain momentum in NCAA Regionals against Adrian

Field announced, The College of Wooster opens NCAA Regional play against Adrian. Wooster joins an 8-team field in Marietta, May 16-20, and the winner advances to the Division III Small College World Series.

Sorrano, Generals fall in Sectional opener

Tigers get a bite out of Generals in Sectional opener, post 4-1 win. Overall, the Wooster High School team hasn't had the season it hoped for, but they gave it their all in the Division I Massillon match.

Big inning lifts Panthers over Wooster in sectional opener

Generals roller coaster ride continues as they can't hold lead against Perry in Sectional opener. Coach Derek Boyd looks back on the season and the wild ride the boys at Wooster High School have taken.

Pettorini, Scot baseball team get to celebrate milestone victories

Pettorini gets 1,000th win at Wooster; Scots win NCAC tournament.

Neidig out to defend OCC titles and looking for more

Neidig looking to go out with a flourish at OCC track and field championships. The Wooster senior is winding down his high school career, but it looking to make the most out of his remaining time as a General.

Generals place fourth in OCC tennis championships

It's Lex and then the rest in Ohio Cardinal Conference tennis championships.

Perry, Haiss spark Generals runner-up effort in Kiwanis Invite

Generals finish second in Wooster Kiwanis Track Invitational, despite the chilly temperatures. According to coach Nikki Reynolds, the team responded to the weather conditions well and double-scored in eight events.

Wooster boys don’t let weather hold them back at Wooster Kiwanis Invitational

General thinclads continue to show improvement with third in Kiwanis Invite. Although there was snow for the first time during this event, that hardly put a stop to the WHS team.

MacMillan, Shadley will represent Wooster in national lacrosse showcase

A pair of Wooster High School lacrosse players have earned their spot on northern Ohio team in the U.S. Lacrosse Women¿s National Tournament. They will travel to Stony Brook University in New York Memorial Day weekend. Out of the 44 girls who tried out for the team, only 22 were selected.

Scots stay remain alive after coin toss goes Wooster’s way

After a split and a coin toss, The College of Wooster Scots advance to NCAC Baseball Tournament, but it didn't happen the way coach Tim Pettorini would have liked.

Scots, Gators playing for spot in NCAC tournament

Scots put NCAC baseball tournament hopes on line against Allegheny. It hasn't been an easy season for The College of Wooster baseball team and they enter the weekend coming off a pair of losses, but coach Tim Pettorini remains positive.

Generals’ Canfield signs scholarship with Long Island

Allison Canfield made the Ohio North lacrosse square for the U.S. Women's National Tournament last summer, and now, she will take her talents to Long Island University and play for the Blackbirds.

Pushing toward an inclusive future

The College of Wooster student organization, PUSH (People United for Sports and Health), hosted a power wheelchair soccer event at Timken Gymnasium to support the Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio (ASPO). The free event offered the community a glimpse into the world of adaptive sports with the goal...

Weather doesn't impact Wooster's effort at Mount Vernon

A cold and damp night didn't stop the Wooster girls from working their hardest during the Mount Vernon Relays.

Generals bring home runner-up hardware from Mount Vernon

Wooster boys take second at Yellow Jacket Relays.

Long time coming, but Generals’ lax team ends skid with win over Mentor

Wooster lacrosse team looks to build momentum after first win of season.

Neidig, distance crews loom large for Wooster at OHS Invite

Rain puts a damper on Orrville Invite, but this year Generals and Co. get to compete.

Leabu poised to complete successful first leg of his journey

Wooster's Leabu taking advantage of his opportunities.

Zone Championship Swim Team sees record number of swimmers

YMCA of Wooster 2012 Zone Championship Swim Team.

Long wait between games beneficial for Wooster lacrosse team

General boys push winning streak to four games with 7-5 lax win over University School.

Golf scramble to support Every Woman's House

The annual Friends and Neighbors of Every Woman's House golf outing will take place Thursday (women) and Friday, August 9-10, 2012 at Mohican Hills Golf Course. New this year is the chance to register early and save $10 per golfer.

Wooster's diamond nine struggling out of the gate

Surprise, surprise - Start isn't one that Boyd and Co. expected.

Perry, Leabu highlight Generals’ effort at Lexington Invitational

Spring break leaves General thinclads feeling a little thin.

Wooster softball rebounding from tough losses

Wooster posted a 12-6 decision over Mansfield Senior April 10 to improve to 2-4 overall and 2-3 in the OCC.

Wooster tennis team stepping into conference play

General netters hope tough opening schedule pays dividends in conference play.

Tough start isn’t going to overshadow McGee’s future

Ohio State-bound Luke McGee working for the present and looking into the future.

Wooster softball team hopes to turn good start into memorable campaign

Scot softball team making statement with early season run.

Knights outlast OSU-bound McGee to claim extra-inning win over Wooster

Wooster ace Luke McGee and West Holmes lefty Gabe Snyder squared off in a classic pitcher's duel April 4 at Wooster, but the Knights eventually wore down McGee and earned a 7-1 victory in extra innings.

McGee joins blue-chip group with selection by Bates Foundation

Wooster's McGee named one of eight finalists by Roy S. Bates Foundation.

Knights’ uprising produces 14-run inning in win over Generals

West Holmes put up two touchdowns in the second inning of their April 3 showdown with rival Wooster at West Holmes, leading to an easy 17-2 win.

Veteran leadership key in Lady Knights 5-3 win over Wooster

West Holmes got some clutch play from their veterans in beating Wooster 5-3 on the softball field April 3 at West Holmes.

Generals add two more photos to All-Ohio showcase

Wooster's Walker repeats, Gallo-Malta earns All-Ohio honors.

Youthful Scots look to be factor in NCAC race

Young Scots return from Florida with win over No. 1 Marietta and 8-4 record.

Generals help out a neighbor by giving a hand up

Building for the future: Wooster lends a hand to future Orrville soccer program.

With year of experience, Wooster hopes to rebound from last season’s campaign

Numbers down, but General softball team hoping to turn last year's results around.

General netters welcome back strong group of veterans

Burris hopes great weather will lead to great things on tennis courts this spring.

Youth-dominated Wooster girls track team is a ‘team of potential'

Reynolds welcomes back very young Wooster girls track team.

Pitching will be key as Generals look to go back-to-back on diamond

Generals have high hopes as they prepare to defend Ohio Cardinal Conference baseball crown.

Distance, throws key to success for Wooster track team this spring

Cupboard's not bare, but General thinclads are a work in progress.

Scot seniors Fegan, Warnes look to keep their dream alive this weekend

Warnes, Fegan have been critical pieces of Wooster's run into NCAA tournament.

Scots end season with heartbreaking loss to Illinois Wesleyan University

Scots rally, but can't catch Illinois Wesleyan in NCAA Sectional playoff game.

Drushal hopes experience can help Generals’ lax team to make move up

Wooster boys lacrosse program takes on new look, new direction.

Wooster lacrosse team looking for veterans to pave way

Pope and Generals hoping year of experience can help them turn corner.

Wooster feels bite of Bulldogs in Canton sectional opener

Generals throw scare into McKinley before dropping sectional game.

Canton McKinley surges past Wooster 66-52 to claim Canton District title

Pair of McKinley runs proves difference in district championship game against Wooster.

Division III’s Sweet 16 coming to Wooster this weekend

NCAA picks Wooster to host second round of playoff games this weekend.

College of Wooster has everything working in 92-79 NCAA win over Capital

Win over Capital sets Scots up to host second round of NCAA tournament.

Journey’s end a great one for Golden Bears at State wrestling meet

Waynedale's hard work on the mats paid off with a Div. III State title at Columbus.

Weeman flies high in winning A10 weight championship

Wooster's Aly Weeman wins Atlantic 10 indoor track and field weight title.

Focus on improvement pays off as Wooster wins conference and gains NCAA berth

Scots improvement can be summed up in two words: NCAA berth.

Shank closes her year on high note at Painesville District

Shank gets second chance and goes out on a high note at Painesville District.

Gallo-Malta comes up big in OT as Generals top Massillon in tournament opener

Wooster girls are clutch in Sectional opener, top Massillon 62-56 in overtime.

Stebbins, Chapman come up short at Ashland Districts

Final goal of making State eludes Wooster's Stebbins, Chapman in District wrestling.

DeHaan, young Generals looking ahead to 2013 after strong District performance

State eludes swimmers, but Wooster has strong showing at CSU District.

Scots, Hallowell hoping to stay hot in NCAC finals

Hallowell and Scots are hoping to bag the title that really counts in NCAC tournament.

Stebbins, Chapman keep their season alive for another week

General wrestlers advance Stebbins, Chapman to Ashland District tournament.

Wooster turns in strong performance at Cleveland State Districts

Wooster swimmers set the table for next season with district performance.

Wooster’s Hackett will continue career at Malone

Staci Hackett will graduate this year and go on to become a Malone University Pioneer, as Wooster looks to fill her vacant position.

Sled hockey game entertains and inspires

The Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio hosted the second annual Sled Hockey Charity Game Feb. 18 at Alice Noble Ice Arena. The Wildcats took the victory 8-2 in a competitive and inspiring match, which raises money for the equipment necessary to play adaptive sports.

2012 National Tournament to be held at Alice Noble Ice Arena

National championships will be held at the Alice Noble Ice Arena in Wooster the weekend of March 8-12.

Wooster advances 11 to Cleveland State swimming districts

General swimmers post strong showing at Akron Sectional.

Wooster gets 10th seed, bye in Canton Division I basketball tournament

Generals look to gain some momentum before tournament time.

Eight Wooster swimmers gain berths in CSU district swim meet

Wooster girls push strong swim contingent through Sectionals into Cleveland State Districts.

Wooster’s Bright, Shank just miss moving on to Painesville District

Wooster falls short of District berth in Div. I Medina Gymnastics Sectional.

Jake DeHaan: A victory measured by the length of time

Jeff DeHaan has seen plenty of victories at Wooster, but if one were to ask DeHaan about his greatest victory, it is one that is 19 years old and getting older.

Sled hockey returns to Alice Noble Ice Arena

Back for another round, the Charity Sled Hockey Game will take place Feb. 18 at Alice Noble Ice Arena, when the Wildcats battle the Wooster Oilers. The Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio will showcase their skills and inform the community of their adaptive equipment and cause.

Wooster grabs fourth seed in Walsh Sectional/District tournament

Generals look for momentum heading into postseason tournaments.

Stebbins’ third leads Generals in OCC wrestling championships

Lexington defends title, rolls through Ohio Cardinal Conference wrestling championships.

Blurring the lines between disability and ability

On Saturday, Feb. 4, the Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio (ASPO) hosted the Power Wheelchair Soccer Tournament. Bringing in teams from two other states, the event was captivating and competitive. The rules remained mostly the same with adaptations for the chairs, which included foot guards for...

Shank grabs third in all-around at NEGC individual meet

Wooster gymnasts have strong showing at Northeast Gymnastics Conference individual meet.

Scot Center a huge plus in recruiting game for Wooster coaches

After 40-plus years, Christmas finally arrives for Scot coaches in form of Scot Center.

DeHaan, White hit significant milestone

Wooster High swim coaches reach personal milestone with 200th career win.

Lady Knights show their poise in showdown with Generals

Knights gain revenge and sole possession of first place in OCC with 42-26 win over Wooster.

Stebbins, wrestling Generals gearing up for postseason

Wooster to host Ohio Cardinal Conference wrestling tournament.

Martin hoping victory over Riders can springboard Generals into strong finish

Generals roll in fourth to post key win over Orrville; face key five-game stretch.

OCC title on line as West Holmes squares off against Wooster

Generals, Knights look to gain upper hand in OCC girls' basketball race.

Board of education approves Haas as new WHS football coach

Doug Haas was formally approved as Wooster High School's new head football coach by the Wooster City School District board of education.

Generals tap Haas to take over reins of football program

Wooster stays in town, selects Doug Haas to be new football coach.

Come a little closer Woo, Arnold and the Knights won’t mind

Despite the General's efforts to hold back West Holmes Jan. 27, the Knights came out with a 70-49 victory in the Dungeon.

New era for Scot track team begins with addition of Scot Center

Wow factor off the charts as Wooster thinclads host first-ever indoor meet at Scot Center.

Five hundred and counting – General swimmers reach important mark

Wooster High boys swim program reaches win No. 500 milestone.

Stebbins, Chapman top Generals’ invite showing with pair of seconds

Wooster wrestlers place seventh in own invite, pair of seconds highlight effort.

Wooster divers help keep streak of OCC titles alive with tight win over Ashland

One mistake nearly capsizes Generals OCC run of swimming championships.

Six seniors carrying the load for Generals this winter

Experience has been critical link in Wooster's 10-game winning streak and rise to top of OCC.

Grapplers looking for hometown support as they look to host Wooster Invitational

Generals host 10-team Wooster Invitational with eye on defending 2011 crown.

Generals rebound from NEAC disappointment to waltz to OCC championship

Wooster's depth swamps competition in Ohio Cardinal Conference swim championships.

Lucky Eight – Talks to find new WHS football coach begin

Search for Wooster High football coach narrowed to eight for first-round talks.

Tough stretch of games makes statement about 9-1 Generals

Wooster runs winning streak to nine games, grabs upper hand in OCC.

General swimmers finish second in NEAC swim championships

In a battle of depth, Canfield slips by Wooster for NEAC title.

Generals rally back, but finish second in NEAC Championships

DQ proves costly as Wooster places second in NEAC championships.

Community students can get in free to Scots-Oberlin men’s basketball game

Scots-Oberlin basketball game free to all students in the community.

Generals make a statement in 48-43 win over Lady Hawks

Wooster got what it wanted when it came to Hiland's Perry Reese Center Jan. 3, churning out a 48-43 win over the Lady Hawks and earning one more notch in its search for a return to glory.

Generals clip Hiland in key non-conference game

Wooster has pair of statement games in victories over West Holmes, Hiland.

Martin looking for turnaround, rather than turnovers, out of Wooster

Generals look to end four game slide Friday night against Clear Fork.

General boys look to extend title run, girls look to bounce back on top of OCC standings

Fresh off NEAC title swims, Generals remain home to host OCC championships.

Scots win twice in Mose Hole, ready to make move in North Coast

Scots post pair of wins in Mose Hole Classic, NCAC play up next.

General wrestlers take lessons learned from high-ropes course to mats

Aerial lessons: High-ropes course teaches valuable lessons for General wrestlers.

It’s simple – Moore looking for Scots to just get better

Scots hoping strong showing in Mose Hole Tournament will give them strong push into NCAC play.

Depth, diving key to Wooster’s hopes in NEAC swim championships

General swim teams looking to add second phase of NEAC titles to resumes.

Knapic hopes that practice will pay off for Wooster gymnastics team

General gymnasts have logged plenty of practice time in preparation for coming meets.

Matthew happy with girls’ performances at Viking Invitational

'Tired' Generals make most of opportunities at Cleveland State.

Baus hoping new look for Walker will help Generals compete for OCC title

Walker looking to finish her four-year career with a flourish for Wooster.

Hockey and luck combine for contest winner

Ken Landes is the grand prize winner of the Win a Night with the Wooster Oilers contest, which was a Wooster Weekly News promotion in combination with the Oilers. Landes won tickets, merchandise, a gift certificate and the opportunity to drop the first puck at a Wooster Oilers game.

One win, no worries – Generals’ balance difference in NEAC Relays

Generals' depth proves huge early in NEAC Relays Championships.

Generals’ McCreary steps down after 13 years as head coach

Times are changing in Wooster: McCreary steps down as head football coach.

Policing sports, since they won’t

Brian Questel talks violent behavior in sports.

Generals atone for tough opening loss with two blowout victories

Wooster girls bounce back from opening loss with pair of decisive wins.

Stebbins, Chapman both fourth in WIT to lead Wooster wrestlers

General wrestlers gain some wins, but add valuable experience at WIT.

Late surge helps Generals’ swim team grab piece of NEAC hardware

Late surge helps Generals' swim team grab piece of NEAC hardware.

WHS senior Luke McGee honored by board of education

Wooster High School senior Luke McGee was recognized by the Wooster City School District Board of Education for his achievements on and off the field.

Freshmen shine as WHS swimmers open season in Youngstown quad

General swimmers at top of the game in season-opening quad meet.

Wentz grabs second at Madison to top Wooster’s showing in Coke Classic

Host Rams win Coke Classic, Wentz leads Generals' effort.

Preston helps ignite Wooster as it rallies for 47-40 triumph over Colts

Generals save their best for last to rally past Cloverleaf in basketball opener.

Persinger, Wenger notch wins as General girls second in Youngstown quad

Wooster swimmers open with pair of wins in Youngstown quad meet.

Hoops 4 Healing girls basketball classic

Hoops 4 Healing Girls Basketball Classic will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3, at Wooster High School.

After 15 wins a year ago, Generals hoping to keep improving

With talented, deep squad, Wooster girls look to challenge for OCC title.

Experience, or lack thereof, main issue facing Worth, WHS wrestlers

Wooster wrestling team will have to work through growing pains in early going.

Graduation opens up new opportunities for Wooster High gymnastics team

Generals will have new look, but Knapic expects WHS gymnasts to remain competitive.

Generals’ outlook for 2012? Have talent, need experience

Experience may be the missing link as Wooster looks to move up in conference, but Coach Craig Martin is hoping to improve upon last season with his young team.

DeHann hopes Generals swimmers will be up to challenge of another OCC title run

Path to Ohio Cardinal Conference title will present challenges for Wooster High swimmers.

Matthew looking for Generals girls to climb back on top of OCC swimming ranks

Mixture of experience, promise should bring good things for Wooster girls swim team.

Holes to fill, No. 9 Wooster still has experience, lofty goals

National runner-up season behind them, Scots work to stay among nation's elite.

Warren’s missed season was a true pain

Injury forced Warren from field onto sidelines and into the role of a spectator.

Daugherty snares top OCC award; soccer, volleyball also honored

Devin Daugherty ties for Offensive Player of the Year.

Philippon first General to earn first-team All-Ohio honors

Philippon goes out on top; earns first-team All-Ohio soccer honors.

Run, jump and throw: Kacsandi looking to put it all together for Olympic Trials berth

Shoes, shoes, shoes: It's all part of Kacsandi's attempt to reach the U.S. Olympic Trials and beyond.

Murphy was at the heart of Generals’ success on courts

Move to Wooster pays off as Murphy wraps up solid career on tennis courts.

McGee officially commits to Ohio State baseball program

McGee signs on dotted line to make it official: He is Ohio State bound.

Generals' Philippon earns top district honors

Philippon tops Wooster district soccer awards with Player of the Year honors.

Lessons of four months have Wooster’s Kellar looking into future

Nearly four months in, Kellar settling into his job but certainly not slowing down.

Football frenzy underway across GPI coverage area

Week 1 high school football playoff action took its toll on the eight teams inside Graphic Publications, Inc.'s coverage area, as half were eliminated on Friday, Nov. 4 and Saturday, Nov. 5. The remaining four will be back in action Friday, Nov. 11 and Saturday, Nov. 12.

Generals’ McGee ready to recognize a dream come true

McGee, Ohio State ready to sign on the dotted line.

Wooster’s quest for district crown falls short against Grizzlies

Late goal costly as Generals fall to Wadsworth in district championship game.

Muddy course takes toll on Wooster’s Neidig, White

Race goes on, but Mother Nature leaves imprint on Boardman Regional meet.

Red Riders extend Generals’ woes as fourth-quarter outburst seals 35-7 victory

Generals hard luck continues; Orrville extends streak to seven games with 35-7 win over Wooster.

McMillan/Benden awards honor student athletes

Four outstanding student athletes, two from Wooster and two from Orrville, were honored during the Orrville/Wooster game for excellence both on and off the field.

101st meeting between Wooster and Orrville in the history books

For the 101st time, the two teams involved on the sixth oldest high school football rivalry met on the field on Oct. 29 when the Wooster Generals took on the Orrville Red Riders.

Future looks bright after 11th-place XC finish at Malone Districts

Second trip to Regionals eludes Wooster girls cross country team.

Wooster girls reach another goal with sectional soccer title

Generals soccer team wins Sectional title; Philippon OCC Player of Year.

Neidig, White post top-15 finishes to advance to Regionals

General cross country team advances pair of runners to Boardman Regional.

First quarter paves way for Generals’ 35-14 win over Knights

Generals quick start, defense haunts West Holmes.

101st or 100th or 99th – those numbers matter little when it’s Wooster-Orrville

It's that time: Wooster-Orrville square off again in annual showdown in Rider Town.

Wayne College volleyball team wins ORCC state title

The Lady Wayne Warriors have become the first volleyball team in UA Wayne College history to win the ORCC state title.

Casey's Challenge inspires progress

Casey's Challenge returned for the second year Oct. 22.

Miller sisters lead Generals to third in OCC title race

Lauren Miller spurs Wooster cross country girls to third in OCC championships.

Neidig’s first-team OCC effort paces Generals’ third place

General harriers finish close third in Ohio Cardinal Conference Cross Country championships.

Generals warming up to OCC title, notch District win

Wooster girls finally get a chance to celebrate OCC soccer title.

HOF banquet offers unique opportunity for reflection

Wooster High honors a select group into its Hall of Fame.

Third quarter costly as Generals fall to Mansfield Senior

Tygers take a bite out of Generals in yet another 38-35 shootout.

Snowbarger hopes lessons learned will show up in Districts

Wooster volleyball teams opens tournament at Uniontown Lake.

Generals lose 42-37 shootout against Minutemen

Loss to Lexington leaves Generals with haunted feeling.

Berlin leads Wooster back to top of Wayne-Holmes pack

Generals back on top of Wayne-Holmes Invitational standings.

Trio of skaters place at Regionals

Three young figure skaters competed at a Regional competition.

Generals on top of their game, leads to W-H title

Wooster captures fourth consecutive Wayne-Holmes Invitational crown.

Postseason tournaments up next for Wooster soccer teams

General soccer teams get soccer draws; look to extend their seasons.

Wooster High set to celebrate 2011 Athletic Hall of Fame class

Wooster All-Sports Boosters honoring 2011 Hall of Fame Class Oct. 15.

Generals remain in second with strong showing in OCC tennis tournament

Trio of seconds help Wooster netters nail down second in OCC Tennis Championships.

Backed-up Generals end skid against Colts with 28-7 victory

Generals get a kick out of 28-7 win over OCC leader Clear Fork.

Generals' title wraps up home-field advantage for OCC tournament

One goal in hand, Wooster looks to OCC soccer tournament and beyond.

Generals’ O-Line doesn’t get the glory, but they get the job done

Wooster's offensive line looks to keep paving the way.

Bleacher jersey gives Follis Field new look

Thanks to the generosity of a local business, Wooster High School's Follis Field has a new look.

Rams get a kick out of Wooster's Homecoming with 27-26 win

Madison ends skid, spoils Wooster's Homecoming with 27-26 victory.

Another successful year for Friends & Neighbors of EWH golf outing

Friends and Neighbors of Every Woman's House hosted their annual golf scramble at Mohican Hills Golf Course, August 12-13.

Wooster honoring its 2011 athletic hall of fame class Oct. 15

Tickets for Wooster High Athletic Hall of Fame banquet on sale.

Wooster harriers get early taste of District competition

Wooster cross country teams have solid showings at Malone Invitational.

WHS Homecoming filled with tradition

Homecoming 2011 was filled with tradition as Wooster High School welcomed back its alumni.

Team pride on parade

Everyone was a Wooster General Sept. 21 during the 2011 Wooster High School Homecoming Parade.

Snowbarger hoping Generals’ volleyball picture is coming together

General volleyball team putting the pieces of the puzzle together.

Injuries have taken toll on Hansen, Generals’ soccer team

Injury-plagued Generals boys soccer team looks for strong finish to season.

Logee’s 82 Wooster’s top score at OCC’s as Arrows dominate

General golfers finish sixth in Ohio Cardinal Conference tournament.

Generals fall to Rams in homecoming matchup

On Sept. 23, the Wooster Generals fell to the visiting Mansfield Madison Rams by the slimmest of margins.

First quarter plays big as Wooster drops OCC opener to Arrows

Slow start dooms Generals in 56-28 shootout with Ashland.

Humrichouser, Miller pace Generals’ effort at Boardman

Generals get look at regional course and enjoy a pretty good day at Boardman.

Generals in fight for second place in OCC tennis tournament

Wooster tennis team looking to cap strong season with postseason push.

Daugherty’s work ethic paying off for Generals

Through hard work, Wooster's Devin Daugherty has turned himself into a top quarterback.

Regionals loom large for three area figure skaters

Three area figure skaters will be competing at the regional level the first week of October. The future Olympic hopefuls spend hours on the ice each week and live and breathe skating.

Wooster living up to season-long expectations in OCC soccer

General girls taking control of Ohio Cardinal Conference soccer race.

Anderson's six scores lift Generals to win over Akron Ellet

Wooster, Anderson bury Ellet with big second half in 39-14 victory.

White helps Generals take major stride forward in Wooster Invite

Hudson wins Wooster Invite, but Bennett satisfied with performance.

Generals show ‘tons’ of improvement in Wooster Invite

Wooster hosts and places third in Wooster Cross Country Invitational.

Coffman on top of its game, shoots 286 to win Wooster Invitational

Dublin Coffman turns in record-setting performance at Wooster Golf Invitational.

Super Series hockey making a stop at ANIA

Alice Noble hosting Super Series AAA Elite Hockey Tournament Sept. 16-18.

Neidig spurs Wooster’s seventh-place finish at Avon Lake, girls are 13th

Avon Lake offers Generals red-hot test in Earlybird Cross Country Invitational.

Second half ‘Snowballs’ on Wooster in 42-35 loss to Wadsworth

On a hot, hot night, Wadsworth's Snowball cools off Wooster in 42-35 shootout.

Generals bringing some of state’s top golf teams to Wooster Invitational

Wooster High golf team in fast and furious mode as it preps for Wooster Invitational.

Big plays lead to big score as Wooster cruises by Garfield in opener

Anderson's four touchdowns help Generals roll in season opener with 47-20 rout of Garfield.

A General sleep-in: Wooster to host its own cross country invitational

General cross country teams will get some extra shut eye before they go to work.

Miller has Wooster’s top effort at Revere

General girls finish 14th in Revere Cross Country Invitational.

Humrichouser leads WHS effort at Revere Invitational

The Wooster High School boys cross country team competed at the Revere Invitational, August 27, and came home in the middle of the pack, placing eighth out of 17 teams.

Generals kick off 2011 season with a victory

The Wooster High School football team started their season strong with an impressive 47-20 win over the Akron Garfield Golden Rams during their season opener on August 26 at Follis Field.

Wooster High tennis team serves up a good start

WHS tennis coach Stan Burris has lead his team to four out of five wins so far this season. With three seniors leading the pack, the team is off to a good start.

Wooster girls hope to follow up historic first with another

General girls have high hopes for another successful cross country season.

With six letter winners, Snowbarger hopes Wooster volleyball team can return to form

General volleyball team looks to mix blend of veterans, newcomers into winning mark.

Five returning letter winners should give Generals strong cross-country team

Boys are looking to make a strong run at Ohio Cardinal Conference title.

Wayne County Athletic League ticket prices to increase by $1

The Wayne County Athletic League recently approved a $1 increase in ticket prices for all sporting events starting this fall.

Wooster looking to use its speed to keep the excitement building

Gridiron Generals looking to turn talent and speed into wins.

Totten gets a thank you for ‘Thank You, Coach Bates’

Roy Bates Celebration Day one of remembrance for family and friends.

Burris hoping Generals’ experience will be key factor from the beginning

Wooster tennis team has veteran faces playing in new spots as they open 2011 campaign.

Wooster boys will have new look, but expectations remain the same

Hansen has lots of holes, lots of optimism for Generals soccer program.

Veteran WHS girls soccer team setting big goals for itself

Wooster's girls soccer team heads into 2011 campaign with high expectations.

Totten writes his own ‘Thank You’ to Roy Bates

Thank You, Coach Bates - Stan Totten writes the book on Roy Bates.

Cleveland Barons 2K AAA Classic Hockey Tournament

Alice Noble Ice Arena to host the Super Series AAA Elite Hockey tournament Sept. 16-18.

Young General golfers open in middle of pack at Brunswick

Wooster High golf team has young look to it and room to grow.

Wooster Classic a gem for Wooster, game of soccer

Wooster Soccer Classic a big success for all involved.

Same old, same old: Whales win MOSL crown for 18th straight year

Whales swim season comes to a rewarding close with 18th MOSL title.

Wooster High athletic teams welcome the official start to seasons

The school year has (unofficially) begun as fall sports teams have opened practices.

Kellar hits the ground running as Wooster’s new AD

From wireless to face-to-face; Kellar will still be communicating as Wooster's new AD.

Four years has brought big change for Wooster All-Sports Boosters

Changes in Wooster All-Sports Booster Club making a difference for athletes, athletic department.

Wooster trio gets taste of soccer on a national level through ODP

Wooster trio takes part in ODP soccer program in Illinois.

Ralph Jones Slugfest another way to keep kids in the game

WYBI hosting Ralph Jones Slugfest this weekend at Miller Fields.

The adventure of a lifetime

For organizers and participants alike, the Wooster Urban Adventure Challenge was truly the adventure of a lifetime.

USA Swimming zones will have a local flavor

Zoned in: five local swimmers meet qualifying times for USA Swimming zone meets.

Wooster’s Kelly reflects back on first year as a Buckeye

First year in Scarlet and Gray a memorable one for Kasie Kelly.

Wooster High girls soccer team lives, learns through U.S. Women’s World Cup run

Disappointment aside, U.S Women's World Cup title run sparks renewed interest in game for high school students.

Pair travels from Sugar to Salt on 2,000-mile canoe trip

Sugar to Salt canoe trip an adventure for a cause.

National stars unite on the ice in Wooster

The Dream Show is a unique blend of skating and dancing, coupled with stars and local children, ages 5-18. It will take place at the Alice Noble Ice Arena on August 6. Parker Pennington is responsible for the idea, and is also organizing the event to inspire children while providing a new,...

Annual golf scramble supports Every Woman’s House

The annual Friends and Neighbors of Every Woman's House golf scramble is set to take place August 11 and 12 at Mohican Hills Golf Course in Jeromesville.

The sweet sound of cars racing on Carr Rd. once again

Having been saved from an uncertain future, after an April 6 auction appeared to bring an end to 46 years of racing history at Wayne County Speedway, the 3/8 mile dirt oval was alive again with the sound of revving engines and the smell of burning octane, Friday, July 15,

Annual golf scramble supports Every Woman’s House

The annual Friends and Neighbors of Every Woman's House golf scramble is set to take place August 11 and 12 at Mohican Hills Golf Course in Jeromesville.

Woo Run scheduled for August 13

The Wooster High School cross-country program will host the Woo Run, an annual event, on August 13.

Gold Gloves giving local youth more time on diamond

Gold Glove baseball expanding opportunities for area players.

Wooster runners help keep things organized outside Freedlander Meet

Park and Swim: There is a dry side to the Freedlander Swim Meet.

Five zone qualifying marks highlight local Freedlander showing

Great weather, atmosphere lead to another great Freedlander Swim Meet.

White, Ice red-hot at Hershey State T&F Games

White, Ice lead local contingent at state Hershey Track & Field Games.

A grand slam for inclusion

The Field of Dreams game was held beneath the lights on Saturday, July 9, at Wooster Foursquare Softball Field. Special Olympians were paired with community business partners, and the yellow and blue jerseys were all that differentiated the players - not disability or ability.

A piece of Hamsher will remain a General, even as she moves on

Wooster athletic director Hamsher moving on to redder pastures.

Freedlander swim meet: It’s action in the water and out

Freedlander swim meet all about parents and communication.

Fast pitch softball tournament a “hit” in Orrville

Top softball players from throughout the area gathered in Orrville over Independence Day weekend to take part in the Orrville Firefighters Association Fire in the Sky Fast Pitch Softball Tournament.

Wooster’s McGee plays in Crossroads Baseball Series

McGee's spring campaign carries over into Crossroad Baseball Series.

The Old West comes to Wooster

Cowboys and cowgirls of all ages gathered at the Wayne County Fairgrounds on the Fourth of July weekend to take part in the Northern Ohio Outlaws Cowboy Mounted Shooting competition.

Freedlander has changed, but its quality has remained the same

Lure of Freedlander draws swimmers from across the region.

Woods will have special interest - and student - in U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials

Kormanik's spot in U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials has local connection.

City Series title has extra meaning for Ports Petroleum, Montelione

Ports Petroleum, Montelione show their resolve in winning City Series and life.

Ex-General Buckwalter reflects back on ‘experience’ at Nationals

WHS grad Jake Buckwalter member of Tiffin University relay team that competed in Div. II Track nationals.

WYBI crowns Ports as champs, looks ahead to all-star time

Wooster Youth Baseball, Inc.'s Minor League and Little League World Series are coming up, following a win by Ports Petroleum on June 22.

P&R summer soccer program provides a solid measuring stick

Parks and Rec summer soccer program offers a number of advantages for coaches, players.

Barnes introduced to the pro side, and business side, of baseball

College of Wooster grad, Matt Barnes, comes face-to-face with the business side of baseball.

Ice sisters help pave way in local Hershey T&F Games

A little sweetness: Hershey Track and Field Games come to Wooster.

Van Horn trying to keep a lifelong dream alive

Former Scot Van Horn signs with Rockford RiverHawks of the Frontier League.

Short season means Johnson’s long-term hopes are still alive

Matthew Johnson, a College of Wooster graduate, survived the Toronto Blue Jays' extended spring training, and will play professionally this season in Vancouver.

Wayne County Mustards have new look and new coach in Craddock

Craddock takes over American Legion Mustards summer baseball team.

Niro, Harper dominate age groups in WCTC Invite

The results are in from the Wayne County Track Club Invitational, June 7 at Wooster High School.

McGee, Boyd get top Ohio Cardinal Conference honors

Generals earn handful of OCC baseball awards.

Kacsandi All-American again, but switching gears and looking for more

Kacsandi finishes Ashland career with pair of All-America honors.

Whale swim season underway at Freedlander

School's out, which means Freedlander's outside swim season is heating up.

Tressel latest to fall in OSU's Tattoo-gate

As pressure builds at Ohio State, Jim Tressel steps down as Buckeye coach.

Cremer leads Generals’ regional track showing with top-six performance

Cremer's sixth-place leads General thinclads at Austintown Regional.

Boamah-Acheamp rises to occasion and then some with All-America jump

Scots' Boamah-Acheamp earns All-America high jump honors.

Wooster Fusion leads local effort at Wooster Invitational

Sun shines and weather cooperates for 10th annual Wooster Invitational Soccer Tournament.


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