Villa Angela-St Joseph Vikings

VASJ held a double-digit halftime lead, but was unable to hold on in the second half of a 70-59 loss at Cleveland Central Catholic on Jan. 17. The Vikings used a big second quarter to jump out to a 33-23 lead at the half. The host Ironmen roared back in the third to take a

VASJ has battled through adversity all season, and that determination paid off in a big way with a win over Holy Name, 46-39. “A tough hard-fought team victory,” VASJ coach Rich Newlon said. “The girls showed grit and determination. Willo Singleton led us with 19 points. Delesia Hall sparked us with her defensive prowess, she

VASJ participated in the very competitive Nordonia JV Battle on Jan. 11. Billed as the Ohio JV state championships for good reason – plenty of great Division I competition. *Vikings freshman Aiden Staunton went 0-2, but had two great bouts. *Freshman Darian Davis also wrestled well, but finished 0-2. *Sophomore Mack Flynn was 0-2. *Sophomore

VASJ junior guard Jaden Hameed scored 29 points, but the Vikings lost at home to Lake Catholic, 76-63, on Jan. 10. The Cougars jumped out to the lead after one quarter and by 9 at half, before hanging on for the win. Jonah Waag added 15 for VASJ, which fell to 5-6 on the season.