Badgers’ softball wilts against Blue Devils in extra-innings defeat
The Berkshire Badgers’ softball team battled back once to tie things late but could not mount another rally. The Badgers suffered their first loss of the season when they fell 4-1 in eight innings against Chagrin Valley Conference rival Independence 4-1 in a crossover game last Thursday evening in Burton. “We did a good job of hitting the ball and...
Experienced Badger boys’ volleyball ready to take the next step
Since being officially recognized by the Ohio High School Athletic Association as a varsity sport two years ago, the Berkshire Badgers boys’ volleyball team has been a steady force. The Badgers return their entire starting line-up this season and are ready to get over the hump for the upcoming season. “You don’t get into a sport because you want to...
Joe Medlen’s second act has him leading Berkshire softball
Joe Medlen will be the first to say that he has bled red and white for his alma matter Perry since he went to school there. The longtime Pirates’ coach’s retirement from coaching high school softball lasted all of one year as he will return to the Chagrin Valley Conference as the Berkshire Badgers’ new softball coach. “It wasn’t hard,”...
You’re Invited to Agape Christian Academy’s Open House on March 13
Agape Christian Academy is hosting an Open House on Thursday evening March 13 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at both of its campuses. Parents and children are invited to attend and meet our teachers, see our classrooms and gain insight as you consider the many benefits of a Christian education for your children. Learn more about our small class sizes,...
Berkshire girls’ basketball propelled by fast start, ousts Salem Northwestern
Regular season records may not mean much in high school playoff basketball, but momentum is still important and the Berkshire Badger girls’ basketball team has that in spades. The Badgers rolled past Salem Northwestern 49-22 last Saturday afternoon in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 1 sectional championship in Burton. “It was good,” said Coach Dave Albert....
Berkshire boys’ basketball roars past Cardinal for series sweep
In a season filled with its fair share of challenges, the Berkshire Badgers boys’ basketball team can hang its hat on reigning supreme in the Battle of Kinsman Road. The Badgers trumped Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Cardinal 72-44 to sweep the season series last Friday evening in Middlefield. “It means a lot to the kids, the whole school...
Garfield G-Men wrestling triumphs against Berkshire in dual meet
Dual meets have not been the strength of the Garfield G-Men’s wrestling team this season as they have the lacked the ability to fill every weight class. Even with a short-handed squad, the G-Men spoiled Berkshire’s senior night by edging the Badgers 32-28 Wednesday evening in Burton. “They wrestled well,” said Garfield Coach Dan Andel. “We paired up fairly well...
Badgers’ bowling captures fourth place in CVC tournament
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ bowling team dream of winning the Chagrin Valley Conference tournament will have to wait at least one more year. The Badgers took fourth place at the CVC tournament by knocking down 3467 pins last Sunday at the Jefferson Bowling Lanes in Ashtabula County. “They battled pretty tough,” said Coach Kevin Johnson. “They missed a lot of...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams “To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or...
Berkshire girls’ basketball spurred by defensive brilliance to top Lakeside
One of the toughest things for any first-year high school basketball coach to do is to instill their defensive philosophy in their team. For the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team, defense has been their calling card and led the way as they defeated Chagrin Valley Conference rival Lakeside 46-25 in a crossover game last Saturday afternoon in Ashtabula. “We have...
Red Devils basketball leans on defense to survive upset bid by Badgers
According to Crestwood Red Devils boys’ basketball Coach Josh Jakacki, he knew that despite his team trailing by 15 points at the halfway mark of the second quarter, all they needed was a spark to turn things around. The Red Devils caught fire to storm back and upstage Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Berkshire 44-39 to remain undefeated...
Berkshire boys’ basketball slump carries over into New Year
The law of averages suggests that the Berkshire Badgers boys’ basketball team is due to finally enjoy a strong shooting performance sooner or later. It did not happen in their first game of the New Year, when they were doomed by another poor second half of play, losing 49-41 against Fairport Harding last Friday evening in Burton. “We are not...
Garfield G-Men basketball chip away at Badgers for comeback victory
The Garfield G-Men’s first attempt at overtaking Berkshire for the lead in the third quarter of their basketball game against the Badgers may not have been successful but they were not discouraged. Garfield took control in the fourth quarter, overcoming a double-digit deficit to edge the Badgers 72-65 last Friday evening at the JAG Fieldhouse in Garrettsville. “It’s not supposed...
Badgers basketball ready to lock down opponents for new season
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ basketball team’s season ended with a whimper last year, but the Badgers are ready to turn the page. As the Badgers begin a new season, they will be fueled by a dynamic junior class that will focus on turning defense into offense. “We are playing better defense because we really have a group that can get...
Berkshire boys bowling goes 1-1, girls post 0-2 record in tri-match against Lakeside and Edgewood
The Berkshire Badgers’ bowling team’s season may be still be young but the goals are pretty clear. Berkshire received its first taste of action in the Chagrin Valley Conference as the boys defeated CVC foe Edgewood Warriors 2189-1986 but lost to the Lakeside Dragons 2321-1986 while the girls were defeated by the Warriors 1398-1387 and Lakeside 1409-1387 in a...
Badger girls basketball stumbles in loss against Knights
Like any team with a new coach and system, there are always kinks to work out. The Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball struggled to find their footing in a 45-34 loss against Nordonia in the West Geauga Showcase last Saturday afternoon at The Wolvarena in Chester. “We talked about the key which was coming out and being patient,” said Coach Dave...
Burton Public Library Independent Film Festival
Burton Public Library Independent Film Festival Burton Library is known for its Burton Art Show and their children’s Art Show is now on display. Yet, these two show only displays 2 dimensional art (i.e. drawings, paintings…) and 3 dimensional art (i.e. sculpture, clay…). What about the 4 dimensional art…films! This year, Burton Library will be hosting their first Independent Film...
Badger girls soccer overwhelm Flashes to claim district title
Despite controlling the first half of the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 4 district championship to take a 2-0 lead, Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer Coach Ian Patterson said his team was far from satisfied. The Badgers used an offensive flurry in the second half to decisively defeat Champion 7-0 to win the district banner last Saturday...
Kelly McCandless fuels Berkshire girls soccer to rout of Newton Falls
When the Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer team’s previous leading scorer Evania McCandless graduated last year, all eyes turned to her younger sister Kelly to take on more responsibility to fuel her team. The Berkshire junior forward has taken the reigns and continued doing so when she lifted the Badgers to an 8-0 victory against Newton Falls in the Ohio...
Cardinal girls cross country nab second place at CVC Valley Division meet, Berkshire boys capture third
The Cardinal Huskies girls’ cross country team may be leaving the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division after this season but they are leaving on a high note. The Huskies took second place at their final CVC Valley Division meet, scoring 62 points with a 5-7-8-17-25 finish last Friday morning at Cardinal High School in Middlefield. “It was pretty amazing,” Cardinal...
Berkshire volleyball cruises past Beachwood, earns outright CVC Valley Division title
For the first time since the 2017 season, the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division title will belong outright to Berkshire. The Badgers dominated CVC Valley Division rival Beachwood in a 25-11, 25-12, 25-8 to capture sole possession of the conference banner last Thursday evening at Beachwood High School. “I was glad,” said Coach Joan Prots. “Sometimes you can come in...
Don’t Lose Your Head Over Six, The Musical!
Divorced, Beheaded, Died. Divorced, Beheaded, Survived. Curtain 440 presents Six -The Musical. Teen Edition, directed by Angela Miloro-Hansen. The six queens of King Henry the 8th tell their stories in a high-powered musical, concert style. They remix history with girl power and stunning voices This incrcdible cast is comprised of powerhouse singers from five local high schools. Don’t miss it! Six...
Berkshire football three-peats as Kinsman Cup champions against Cardinal
The rivalry of Kinsman Road is beginning to lean heavily in the Berkshire Badgers football team’s favor. The Badgers secured the Kinsman Cup for the third straight season when they dominated Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe and Geauga County rival Cardinal 49-6 last Friday evening at Richard A. Moss Stadium in Middlefield. “It’s nice to have the Kinsman Cup...
Badger girls soccer shakes off winless skid, overwhelms Red Raiders
Although the Berkshire Badgers girls’ soccer team may be a newcomer to the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division this season, they still know how to handle CVC rivals. The Badgers conquered conference rival Harvey in their CVC Valley Division debut 10-0 last Thursday evening at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium in Burton. “It was very beneficial for us, coming off of...
Badgers football unravels late in loss against Hawks
Despite trailing for most of the game, the Berkshire Badgers’ football team was still hanging around late against Chagrin Valley Conference rival Hawken. But several bad plays late doomed Berkshire, resulting in a 34-7 loss against their Geauga County rival the Hawks last Thursday evening at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium. “We came out and battled but to be honest with...
Burton Public Library Art Show 2024
Burton Public Library is looking for entries for the 2024 Burton Art Show to be held October 8-12 at the Burton Public Library, Burton, OH. ENTRY NIGHTS: Sept 26 Thurs 9-7:45pm, Sept 27 Fri 9-4:45pm, Sept 28 Sat 10-1:45pm PLACE: Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St., Burton, OH FEES: $10/item or $25 for 3 items, maximum 3 items per artist Artists (16...
Berkshire football returns with abundance of experience
Returning the bulk of last year’s team may seem like a great advantage, but Berkshire Badgers’ football coach Josh DeWeese said his team is not taking anything for granted as they begin to embark on a new season. “We focus on things right in front of us so nothing really changes, it is us going after the things we need...
Dave Albert brings wealth of experience as new Badger girls basketball coach
Dave Albert has had many opportunities to become a high school basketball coach in his career but has chosen to not accept just any job. He has prioritized looking for the right one and he found his perfect match when he agreed to become the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball coach. “I am very excited,” Albert told The Weekly Villager. “With...
A night of celebration for the Burton-Middlefield Rotarians
On June 26, 18 Burton Middlefield Rotarians, 9 spouses, and approx. 20 invited guests enjoyed a fantastic evening at the “Glass Asylum” party center in Chagrin Falls. They were entertained by music from the Rockability music group who did their usual great job. Tasty Mexican food was supplied by Coyote’s Restaurant in Bainbridge along with good bar service for the...
Yoder Brothers Foundation will host fifth annual reverse raffle
Although it has been around for over 20 years, the Yoder Brothers Foundation is still creating new events to bring to Geauga County. The Foundation will host its fifth annual reverse raffle fundraiser at the E.O.U.V. event venue in Newbury on July 12 beginning at 6 p.m. “The Foundation has been in place for 27 years and we previously did...
