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2012 Scholar Athletes
Week Two Scholar Athletes
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Justin Uhlenbrock New Albany High School Justin is an all-around athlete, competing in track and field, rowing, football, soccer and ski club. His accomplishments extend into both the classroom and the community. A National Honor Society Officer and his Class Treasurer, Justin volunteers at the Mid-Ohio Food Bank and Tray Lee Center, where he tutored under-privileged youth, coached them in athletics and instructed them on how to raise a garden. He was awarded the Paul B. Redman Youth Leadership award in August 2012 for his volunteer work at Tray Lee Center, specifically for his gardening work. Justin carries a 4.3 GPA. |
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Brian Raiff Olentangy High School Brian is described as a selfless student who works intensely to encourage and better his peers within the Olentangy High School community and beyond. President of the school's 400-member service club, Brian ensures those members contribute thousands of service hours throughout Delaware County organizations. Having taken 11 advanced placement courses in his curriculum, Brian is seeking a university with a strong engineering program to continue his education after high school. A natural leader, Brian mentors students at both his school and his church's youth group program. Brian carries a 4.2 GPA. |
Week Three Scholar Athletes
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Jim Pappas Olentangy Liberty High School Jim is an all-state cross country and track athlete who earned podium position at the Ohio Cross Country State Meet. While his athletic abilities are commendable, his achievement in the classroom is outstanding. As a senior, he excels in a full curriculum of advance placement courses, which earned him a 5.0 GPA this year. Beyond the classroom, Jim assisted in chemical research at The Ohio State University over the summer and volunteered at a food pantry, where he served food to homeless and under privileged community members. |
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Brian Reese Hilliard Davidson High School Brian's personality, commitment to extracurricular activities and dedication to his community have earned him this Scholar Athlete recognition. He is a year-round athlete, competing on the soccer field, basketball court, baseball diamond and the track. Because of his energetic personality, he is motivated to volunteer at his church, The Miracle League Baseball Program and his community's youth soccer program as a coach and mentor. His sense of humor combined with his considerate attitude make him a person his friends, coaches and teachers respect and admire. |
Week Four Scholar Athletes
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Ifa Abduljelil Whitehall Yearling High School Ifa is an athlete who excels both on and off the field. He is a four-year member of the varsity football squad, a two-year captain, who received honorable mention in the Mid-State League. In addition, he is team captain of the varsity wrestling team, and he holds the school record for 110 m hurdle on the varsity track team. His leadership does not end in athletics. He served as class president both his junior and senior year. He is also a two-year member of the National Honor Society. Outside of school, Ifa has helped to organize a canned food drive, is a member of Central Ohio Leadership Academy at The Ohio State University, and helps tutor fellow students. Ifa carries a 4.44 GPA. |
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Rhys Davis The Columbus Academy Rhys is a two-way starter on the varsity football team, as Center and Defensive End, where hes earned a letter three years. He also competes on the basketball and tennis court, where he will earn letters in both sports this year. In his free time, he volunteers for Habitat for Humanity, building houses in inner-city Columbus. He has a passion for athletics, but mostly focuses on academics. As a math and science lover, Rhys plans to pursue a degree and career in engineering. Rhys carries a 4.25 GPA |
Week Five Scholar Athletes
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Kelly Speirs Logan Elm High School Kelly is a 17-year-old force in the classroom, her community and in her sports of choice: tennis and softball. Ranked first in her senior class, she carries a 4.2 GPA. Community involvement is paramount for Kelly. She's involved with Students Against Destructive Driving (SADD), Big Brothers Big Sisters and mentors at a summer tennis camp. She is also president of both her student body and the Key Club. Her skill on the tennis court earned her both silver and gold racket awards from her school, along with three county championships. |
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Carlie Young Amanda-Clearcreek High School Carlie is a leader in the classroom and on the basketball and volleyball courts. She maintains a 3.9 GPA while serving as captain on both the varsity volleyball and basketball teams. Her commitment on the basketball court earned her a 4-year varsity letter, along with distinction in the Eagle Gazette as Player of the Week. Outside of school, Carlie volunteers with the Special Olympics and American Red Cross. Carlie says her parents, Mark and Marsha, always support her and encourage her to be the best she can be. |
Week One Scholar Athletes
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Demitrus Coleman Marion Franklin High School Demitrus is a multi-sport athlete, competing on the football field, wrestling mat and tennis court. He volunteers at The Neighborhood House and his local recreation center. In the classroom, teachers describe Demitrus as a natural leader who helps underclassmen as a tutor and role model. |
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Quantasia Watkins Walnut Ridge High School Quantasia is an all-star on the volleyball court, accumulating accolades of most-improved defensive specialist, most aces and team captain. Her involvement in the community inspired her to organize a fashion show for children called Youth Expressions. She also volunteers at a home for senior citizens. Quantasia also excels in the classroom. She is a four time honor roll recipient, a Martin Luther King Jr. scholar and Vice President of her school's National Honor Society. |
Game Schedule
| Date | Time | Teams | Final Score |
| 09/27 | 7:00PM | Marion Franklin at Walnut Ridge | 7 - 6 Marion Franklin def. Walnut Ridge |
| 10/04 | 7:00PM | Olentangy at New Albany | 33 -14 New Albany def. Olentangy |
| 10/11 | 7:00PM | Hilliard Davidson at Olentangy Liberty | 28 - 7 Hilliard Davidson def. Olentangy Liberty |
| 10/18 | 7:00PM | Whitehall at Columbus Academy | 38 - 20 Columbus Academy def. Whitehall-Yearling |
| 10/25 | 7:00PM | Amanda-Clearcreek at Logan Elm | 35 -19 Logan Elm def. Amanda-Clearcreek |
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Randy Rhinehart: In-Game Play-by-Play Announcer With 25 years experience covering more than 15 different sports in central Ohio, from high school to professional level, it’s been said Rhinehart is the most versatile play-by-play man in the region. |
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Jeff Logan: Color Commentary Logan’s background on the field as an Ohio State player combined with his analyst experience at The Ohio State Football radio network makes him a natural fit. |
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Mike Todd:Sideline Reporting As The Columbus Blue Jacket’s In-Arena Host, Mike's always positive personality and industry experience will enable him to deliver meaningful stories and insights directly from coaches and players in-game. |
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Thursday Night Lights Week Five Preview
10/24/12
All good things must come to an end.
So get ready for the final week of OXYwater Thursday Night Lights presented by Jet's Pizza! This weeks game is Amanda-Clearcreek High School at Logan Elm High School in Circleville.
The Amanda-Clearcreek Aces have a 1-5 record in the league, a 3-6 record overall with a 1-3 away record. Although they lost their last game visiting Bloom Carroll, they gave Fairfield Union a pretty good run for their money with a win! They are ranked 410 in the state but they are ready to bring the house down at Logan Elm.
The Logan Elm Braves have a 3-3 record in the league, a 5-4 record overall with a 2-3 away record. The Braves blew out their visitors at their last game with a 31-0 win against the Circleville Tigers. Ranked 284 in the state, the Braves aren't letting anyone win in their house!
Make sure you tune in this Thursday at 7 p.m. on The CW Columbus for all the live action. The game will be streaming live in HD, too, on CWColumbus.com!
So get ready for the final week of OXYwater Thursday Night Lights presented by Jet's Pizza! This weeks game is Amanda-Clearcreek High School at Logan Elm High School in Circleville.
The Amanda-Clearcreek Aces have a 1-5 record in the league, a 3-6 record overall with a 1-3 away record. Although they lost their last game visiting Bloom Carroll, they gave Fairfield Union a pretty good run for their money with a win! They are ranked 410 in the state but they are ready to bring the house down at Logan Elm.
The Logan Elm Braves have a 3-3 record in the league, a 5-4 record overall with a 2-3 away record. The Braves blew out their visitors at their last game with a 31-0 win against the Circleville Tigers. Ranked 284 in the state, the Braves aren't letting anyone win in their house!
Make sure you tune in this Thursday at 7 p.m. on The CW Columbus for all the live action. The game will be streaming live in HD, too, on CWColumbus.com!
Thursday Night Lights Week Four Preview
10/15/12
Get pumped for week four of OXYwaters Thursday Night Lights presented by Jets Pizza. This weeks game is Whitehall-Yearling High School at Columbus Academy in Gahanna.
The Whitehall Rams have a 1-4 record in the league and a 2-6 record overall, with a 0-3 away record. Theyre ranked 502nd in the state. While these statistics dont look the most promising, the Rams dominated over Central Crossing and Lakewood. Although they lost, theyve also held their own against Grandview Heights and Heath.
The Columbus Academy Vikings have a 3-2 record in the league, a 4-4 record overall and are ranked 241st in the state. Last week they lost in a very close game against Licking Valley, but one week prior they devastated Bexley. While the Rams lost to Heath, the Vikings won against them 42-21.
With a good pep talk in the locker room and a little bit of OXYwater before the game, this could be a toss up. Be sure to watch the game this Thursday as it streams live in HD on the Columbus CW!
The Whitehall Rams have a 1-4 record in the league and a 2-6 record overall, with a 0-3 away record. Theyre ranked 502nd in the state. While these statistics dont look the most promising, the Rams dominated over Central Crossing and Lakewood. Although they lost, theyve also held their own against Grandview Heights and Heath.
The Columbus Academy Vikings have a 3-2 record in the league, a 4-4 record overall and are ranked 241st in the state. Last week they lost in a very close game against Licking Valley, but one week prior they devastated Bexley. While the Rams lost to Heath, the Vikings won against them 42-21.
With a good pep talk in the locker room and a little bit of OXYwater before the game, this could be a toss up. Be sure to watch the game this Thursday as it streams live in HD on the Columbus CW!
TNL moving to 10 PM for Vampire Diaries and Beauty and the Beast Premieres
10/11/12
Because The CW is premiering its number one show, The Vampire Diaries, and its highly anticipated new drama, Beauty and the Beast, tonight during the 8-10 prime time slot, Thursday Night Lights will air on delay at 10 PM on The CW Columbus.
Have no fear, high school football lovers! You can STILL WATCH the Hilliard Davidson at Olentangy Liberty game LIVE by tuning into one of these positions at 7 PM.
Online Live Stream
Time Warner : 990
Wide Open West (WOW!) : 141
Insight : 189
Broadcast : 6.2
Have no fear, high school football lovers! You can STILL WATCH the Hilliard Davidson at Olentangy Liberty game LIVE by tuning into one of these positions at 7 PM.
Online Live Stream
Time Warner : 990
Wide Open West (WOW!) : 141
Insight : 189
Broadcast : 6.2
Thursday Night Lights Week Three Preview
10/09/12
Its week three of OXYwater Thursday Night Lights, which means there's another exciting game lined up. Last week's upset of New Albany over Olentangy showed that this really is a game where anything can happen, so you don't want to miss this game.
This week, Hilliard Davidson High School will take on Olentangy Liberty High School at Olentangy Liberty's stadium in Powell.
The Hilliard Davidson Wildcats are ranked 82nd in the state and have a 5-2 record. Last week, Hilliard Davidson crushed Upper Arlington with a score of 42-14. The Wildcats two losses were against Hilliard Darby (17-3) and Dublin Coffman (33-10).
Olentangy Liberty High School is ranked 110th, has a 6-1 record overall and is undefeated in the league. The Patriots one loss was to the aforementioned Olentangy High School, whose winning streak was ended by New Albany last week. Last week was a good one for Olentangy Liberty too, they devastated Westland with a final score of
63-7.
As always, this game could go either way. The two teams are relatively closely ranked, and although Olentangy Liberty is ranked lower, it has a better record and has had consistently dominant wins. You cant ignore the fact that they're also undefeated in the league, although they have not played Dublin Coffman (Hilliard's one loss within the league) yet.
Tune in to the CW at 10 PM to see live coverage in HD!
This week, Hilliard Davidson High School will take on Olentangy Liberty High School at Olentangy Liberty's stadium in Powell.
The Hilliard Davidson Wildcats are ranked 82nd in the state and have a 5-2 record. Last week, Hilliard Davidson crushed Upper Arlington with a score of 42-14. The Wildcats two losses were against Hilliard Darby (17-3) and Dublin Coffman (33-10).
Olentangy Liberty High School is ranked 110th, has a 6-1 record overall and is undefeated in the league. The Patriots one loss was to the aforementioned Olentangy High School, whose winning streak was ended by New Albany last week. Last week was a good one for Olentangy Liberty too, they devastated Westland with a final score of
63-7.
As always, this game could go either way. The two teams are relatively closely ranked, and although Olentangy Liberty is ranked lower, it has a better record and has had consistently dominant wins. You cant ignore the fact that they're also undefeated in the league, although they have not played Dublin Coffman (Hilliard's one loss within the league) yet.
Tune in to the CW at 10 PM to see live coverage in HD!
Thursday Night Lights Round 2
10/02/12
Are you ready for some football? Well, its not quite the NFL, but this weeks OXYwater Thursday Night Lights game might have you thinking otherwise.
Thursday, October 4, the New Albany Eagles will take on the Olentangy High School Braves (Lewis Center) at New Albany.
The undefeated Braves are ranked 49th in the state, and, so far, have devastated every team they have played, except Worthington Kilbourne in the first week.
New Albany will have a tough game, but a win is doable.
While the Eagles are ranked 109th in the state and have a 4-2 record, they are undefeated in the league. Their two losses were early in the season and very close calls: they lost 10-9 at Reynoldsburg and 23-20 against Westerville Central. After those very close losses, they have dominated over every opponent.
I fully believe that New Albany will put up a fight and could lead to Olentangy's first loss.
How will the game play out? Tune in to the CW on Thursday October 4 at 7 pm for live coverage of the game in high definition!
Thursday, October 4, the New Albany Eagles will take on the Olentangy High School Braves (Lewis Center) at New Albany.
The undefeated Braves are ranked 49th in the state, and, so far, have devastated every team they have played, except Worthington Kilbourne in the first week.
New Albany will have a tough game, but a win is doable.
While the Eagles are ranked 109th in the state and have a 4-2 record, they are undefeated in the league. Their two losses were early in the season and very close calls: they lost 10-9 at Reynoldsburg and 23-20 against Westerville Central. After those very close losses, they have dominated over every opponent.
I fully believe that New Albany will put up a fight and could lead to Olentangy's first loss.
How will the game play out? Tune in to the CW on Thursday October 4 at 7 pm for live coverage of the game in high definition!
Thursday Night Lights: Marion Franklin vs. Walnut Ridge
09/21/12
Whats the best thing about fall? FOOTBALL!
Check out OXYwater Thursday Night Lights on September 27 at 7 p.m. EST as Marion Franklin takes on Walnut Ridge. Coverage will be live in high definition from Walnut Ridge.
So far the Marion Franklin Red Devils have had a fairly successful year with only one loss in week two to Pickerington Central. They are undefeated at home, but 1-1 away. Currently the Red Devils are ranked 62nd in the state of Ohio.
The Walnut Ridge Scots, ranked 297, are 2-2 with one loss at home, one loss away and two wins away. Numbers may not lie, but upsets are possible! If the mighty Scots fight to defend their home turf, we may witness a fantastic upset.
With a little heart, anything is possible in football.
Don't fret Vampire Diaries fans! The Vampire Diaries will be pushed to 10 p.m. EST, after the game.
Check out OXYwater Thursday Night Lights on September 27 at 7 p.m. EST as Marion Franklin takes on Walnut Ridge. Coverage will be live in high definition from Walnut Ridge.
So far the Marion Franklin Red Devils have had a fairly successful year with only one loss in week two to Pickerington Central. They are undefeated at home, but 1-1 away. Currently the Red Devils are ranked 62nd in the state of Ohio.
The Walnut Ridge Scots, ranked 297, are 2-2 with one loss at home, one loss away and two wins away. Numbers may not lie, but upsets are possible! If the mighty Scots fight to defend their home turf, we may witness a fantastic upset.
With a little heart, anything is possible in football.
Don't fret Vampire Diaries fans! The Vampire Diaries will be pushed to 10 p.m. EST, after the game.
