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I’m a reporter, producer and anchor who’s been working in journalism for six years. My experience has made me a well-rounded storyteller with an ability to take an idea from inception to completion by serving as the interviewer, videographer, editor, writer and on-air correspondent.
Like father, like son
“He needs a lucky Buckeye!” an Ohio State fan shouted, pointing at assistant coach Luke Fickell. OSU usher Ron Malone, who happened to have a Buckeye in his pocket, heard the call and delivered it to Fickell. That moment was the start of a new tradition — handing out Buckeyes to players and coaches as they walk through the north rotunda of Ohio Stadium. Ron died in 2016 but his son, Doug, has carried on the tradition with the help of his daughters.
Memorial marshals
Von Downing has been volunteering at the Memorial Tournament for 28 years. Three years ago, he found an unlikely protégé in five-year-old Marisol Mitchell. Now, the two are inseperable leaders of the 14th hole.
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Weaver 7th grader Kassie McCue makes Hilliard history on the gridiron
Kassie McCue became the first female in Hilliard football history, at any level, to make an interception. “I hope to play for as long as I can and just have fun with it.”
Couple recreates first date 60 years later in last game at Wildcat Gym
In December 1960, Ray and Karen Dusenbury went on their first date during Westerville South’s first ever basketball game. Feb. 28, 2020, 60 years later, they went on one last date at South’s historic Wildcat Gym.
Katie Smith with the assist
WNBA Hall of Fame player, two-time Olympic gold medalist and Minnesota Lynx associate head coach Katie Smith volunteers her time during the offseason to help coach girls basketball at a local Columbus high school.
Hayes lacrosse goalie Josh Sumner shines despite rare leg disorder
Hayes goalie Josh Sumner was born with a rare disorder that causes weakness and stiffness in the leg muscles. But he’s found a way to become a leader for the Pacers’ lacrosse team. “No one can hold you back but you to be honest.”
The man behind Columbus State's award-winning Ragsdale Field
Columbus State recently won an award from the Georgia Baseball Coaches Association for having the best collegiate field in Georgia. Here’s the story of Sammy Styers, the assistant coach who takes care of the award-winning Ragsdale Field.
Rivalry and football: Divided by a bridge, united by friendship
As you approach exit 79 leaving Georgia heading into Alabama, there are two options: a right toward Lanett and a left toward Valley. But on Friday, two players, one from each city, found somewhere to meet in the middle. This is the story of life-long friends turned football rivals.
Reynoldsburg long jumper overcomes injury and loss to win OCC title
Andre Turner missed two years of track with a compound fracture in his ankle. During his recovery, his mother died unexpectedly. But he overcame both injury and loss to win the long jump championship.
One-on-one with Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud
C.J. Stroud spoke with Justin Holbrock one-on-one shedding light onto growing up with his dad in prison, what motivates him off the field and how he hopes to be remembered.
The Bradley Bench Bunch: Hilliard Bradley basketball's team managers
Hilliard Bradley has one of the best boys’ basketball teams in Central Ohio with a record of 23 wins and only two losses in the 2019-20 season. At the heart of the Jaguars’ success are two team managers — Zach “Ziggy” Higgins and Tyr Fidler.
How a Marysville standout basketball player chooses joy in a dark time
“Embrace the suck and chose joy.” Marysville senior Leah Brown’s dad has experienced 2 serious medical setbacks — a stroke 9 years ago and now stage IV colon cancer. But Leah and the Brown family continue to chose happiness in this dark time.
The youngest Sheldon
The saying ‘good things come in 3s’ is especially true for the talented Sheldon family. Jacy Sheldon is a senior point guard at Ohio State and a projected WBNA draft pick. Ajay is a freshman guard at Ohio University. But it’s the youngest Sheldon, Emmy, who’s the star of the family.
