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3 days ago
- General
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Boardman Softball bound for the State Final Four
KENT, Ohio (WKBN) – Boardman rallied to top Louisville, 3-1, in the Division III Softball Regional Final on Saturday afternoon at Kent State University. Boardman advances to the state final four for the fourth time in program history. Their last appearance at state came in 2002. Trailing 1-0 in the bottom of the sixth inning, the Spartans got on the board on a sacrifice fly from Addie Rudge, which tied the game 1-1. Later in the inning, Alex Ward added a two-out RBI single, giving Boardman its first lead of the game. Boardman increased the lead to 3-1 in the top of the seventh inning, when Laci Jurus came through with an RBI single. With the win, Boardman advances to face Holland Springfield in the Division III State Semifinals at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 6 at Firestone Stadium in Akron. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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7 days ago
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Boardman bows out in district semifinal
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Boardman baseball suffered a 4-1 loss to Stow Munroe-Falls in the Division II District Semifinals on Tuesday night. Despite the loss, Tyler Kirlik, Kaden Mayhew, Mason Nawrocki and Grayson Eicher each recorded a hit for the Spartans. Spartan junior Ryan Neifer struck out 3 batters and gave up just one hit in 3.2 innings pitched in relief. For the Bulldogs, Will Marzec and Jake Harrington both notched two hits and drove in runs during the win. With the win, Stow will advance to take on Austintown Fitch in the district title game on Friday, May 30 with a 5 p.m. scheduled first pitch at Bob Cene Park. The season ends for Boardman with an overall record of 14-7 after finishing the season All-American Conference champions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-05-2025
- Sport
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Boardman wins first district championship since 2011
HUBBARD, Ohio (WKBN) – Boardman softball used a big first inning to fuel them to a 5-0 win over Howland to claim the Division III District Championship in Hubbard on Saturday. It's the first district title for the Spartans since 2011. Senior Tori Strines for the Spartans started with a lead-off home run before Ellie Wymer's three-run homer, all in the first inning. Strines also went on to allow just one hit while striking out 12 during a complete game shutout in the circle. For the Tigers, Brooke Tatar struck out seven batters over six innings pitched. The loss ends Howland's season at 12-10 overall. Boardman improved to 23-4 with the win and will advance to take on Tallmadge in the regional semifinal scheduled for 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28 at Devine Diamond in Kent. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-05-2025
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Julie Ann Hockenberry, Boardman, Ohio
BOARDMAN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Julie Ann Hockenberry, 42, of Boardman, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends, after a courageous and grace-filled battle with melanoma. Born March 26, 1983, in Youngstown, Julie was the beloved daughter of Susan (Nespeca) Muscatello and Rodney Bowyer. Find obituaries from your high school She was a 2001 graduate of Canfield High School. She continued to grow both personally and professionally, eventually building a successful and impactful career with AT&T. Over her 10 years as Associate Director, Julie was not only a respected leader but also a mentor and source of inspiration to many colleagues. Julie met the love of her life, Matt, while working at IGA. Their connection was instant. From their first encounter, they knew something extraordinary had begun. The two were married on August 9, 2014. Together, they shared twenty years filled with laughter, devotion, and adventure. Julie embraced every role in her life with purpose—from wife and mother to friend and professional. Known for her heart of gold, Julie always put others before herself, even during her most difficult days. She faced every challenge with unwavering strength, radiant hope, and a grace that inspired all who knew her. Her warmth, compassion, and thoughtful spirit left a lasting impression on everyone she encountered. Julie was a creative soul who found joy in scrapbooking, collecting designer brands, and creating special moments with those she loved. She treasured quality time with friends and family, whether traveling to new places, cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers and THE Ohio State Buckeyes, or simply enjoying the everyday beauty of life. Her joyful presence lit up every room, and her laugh was truly unforgettable. She is survived by her devoted husband, Matt, and her cherished son, William 'Ernie' Rotan III, both of Boardman; her loving parents, Susan (Anthony) Muscatello and Rodney (Mary Beth) Bowyer; her sister, Anne Sheely of Austintown; as well as many adored nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Julie's legacy of love, generosity, and resilience will continue to live on through all those who had the privilege of knowing her. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Davis-Becker Funeral Home, 8536 Market Street, Boardman, Ohio. A prayer service will follow at 7:00 p.m. Julie will be laid to rest privately at Lake Park Cemetery. In honor of Julie's generous spirit, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Hospice of the Valley Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Youngstown, OH 44514, or to the Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center, 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195. Condolences may be shared at To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Julie, please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Boardman High School band director conducts last concert after 23 years
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — Tom Ruggieri, who has led the Boardman Band program for 23 years, conducted his final concert on Friday night. Known for being an animated conductor, Ruggieri oversaw the spring jazz concert at Boardman High School. He also conducted Boardman's marching and concert bands. Ruggieri has been teaching music for a total of 37 years. He said it's now his time to retire. 'The greatest thing that I've accomplished is that my students know how much I love them. I'm getting choked up now. I really do, and I think that makes all the difference. It has inspired them to do great things,' Ruggieri said. He said he still plans to be involved with music, but he's also going to do a lot of fishing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
