With the completion of the Ohio High School Athletic Association state baseball tournament, the 2025-2026 high school sports season in Greater Cincinnati officially came to a close.
It was another incredible year for high school athletes across the Queen City. A whopping 18 Cincinnati-area teams claimed state championships, starting back in October with Mason girls tennis and being capped by Badin baseball in June. The individual sports raked in their share of trophies as well, with regional athletes dominating sports like track and field, tennis, wrestling, swimming, and more. All-state lists across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana were chock-full of Cincinnati stars.
To honor all of the historic performances and legendary seasons across Greater Cincinnati, the Enquirer held its annual High School Sports Awards ceremony, presented by Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
The event, held on June 16 at Princeton High School, celebrated athlete-of-the-year winners across each sport. Special guest speaker Rocky Boiman, St. Xavier alumnus and former NFL linebacker, kicked off the awards presentation. Winners were invited to come on stage to accept their awards and had their photos taken with their certificates.
Here are all the winners from the Cincinnati Enquirer’s 2026 High School Sports Awards, beginning with premium and unique awards. Winners are then listed alphabetically by sport, from archery all the way to wrestling.
Boys athlete of the year
Tyler Fryman, Beechwood: On the diamond, Fryman was named the NKAC Division II and Ninth Region player of the year. The Louisville commit helped lead Beechwood to its fifth regional title in seven seasons and a trip to the state tournament. Fryman hit .514 with 62 runs scored, 52 RBI, 36 extra-base hits (including 12 home runs) and stole 39 bases.
In football, Fryman helped lead Beechwood to the Class 2A state semifinals. The top-ranked player in Northern Kentucky, Fryman was third in the state in receiving yards (1,320) and second in touchdown catches (23) in 2025. In the winter, Fryman helped Beechwood win its first indoor track team state title.
Fryman won the 200-meter dash for the second straight year and won state titles in the 400-meter dash and as part of Beechwood’s 4×200-meter relay team.
Girls athlete of the year
Natasha Davis, Madeira: In soccer, Davis ranked second in the Cincinnati Hills League in goals (25) and points (57). The All-American helped lead Madeira to a second straight Division V state championship. In the spring, Davis was part of the Madeira girls 4×800 relay team that finished third in the state. In basketball, she was a second-team all-league selection who helped lead Madeira to an outright CHL title and a district runner-up finish.
Boys team of the year
Wyoming basketball, coach Matt Rooks: The Wyoming Cowboys went 27-2 this season, winning their first 18 games and final nine games, including the OHSAA Division IV state championship. The Cowboys reached the state tournament for the second straight season and won the program’s first championship. The dynamic 2026 class combined to go 76-9 over the last three years.
Girls team of the year
Seton volleyball, coach Kelly Crowley: The Saints claimed their eighth state championship and fourth undefeated season in school history and can say they are back-to-back champions for the first time since 1985 and 1986. They dropped just three sets during the season, won their second outright league title in the last three seasons, and will carry a 41-match winning streak into the 2026 season.
Courage Award winners
Joe Mayer, Covington Catholic: After losing his father unexpectedly last June, he stepped up as a leader for his five siblings and the school community. He is the student body president, an AP Scholar and National Honor Society member, among other accomplishments. Additionally, he volunteers with local charities and church groups. He earned a Class 2A state cross country title after his father’s death. During the 2026 track season, he and his teammates won the 4×800-meter state track championship and the Class 2A team title.
Leigha Acoff, Woodward: The two-sport athlete in basketball and flag football overcame a family tragedy and a mid-year school transfer her junior year to become her class valedictorian. Despite having to sit out half a season, she never missed practice and became a career 1,000-point scorer. She maintains a 4.7 GPA with college-level classes, which helped her earn an associate’s degree.
Lucas Yeager, Clermont Northeastern: He was diagnosed with cancer after a knee injury, enduring surgery and chemotherapy. A multi-sport athlete known for his leadership and resilience, Lucas maintained a positive attitude and stayed on track academically. He stayed connected with his teams by attending, filming and documenting games. He returned to compete in golf during his senior year with approved accommodations and will pursue a career in nursing after his interactions with medical professionals during his cancer journey.
Bradley Bornhorn, Holy Cross: Born with spina bifida, he refused to choose less physically demanding sports. The varsity baseball pitcher practices and competes without seeking special treatment, earning respect from his teammates, opponents and coaches. A highlight for him as a pitcher was getting out the top hitter from a rival team twice. He’s known for his relentless competitiveness and inspiring attitude.
Parker Sougstad, CHCA: He lost his twin brother, Dylan, 17, in a car crash March 13. He scored a game-sealing goal in his first lacrosse game after Dylan’s death. The 13th goal of the game matched the date of his brother’s death. Parker has been a powerful example of resilience, a tribute to his brother.
Dillion Taylor, Norwood: A full-time starter since his sophomore year, he’s a key leader in rebuilding a struggling basketball program. His work ethic, persistence and team-first attitude helped Norwood to its first winning season in a decade. Taylor led the Miami Valley Conference in steals and averaged 9.5 points per game.
Beacon comeback player of the year
Connor Maupin, Moeller: He suffered a severe traumatic brain injury, with a 14-month recovery period in which he relearned to walk. He returned as a starter for Moeller High School’s football and baseball programs, giving an exceptional example of overcoming a life-altering injury.
Student photographers of the year
Jacob Gath, Moeller: Jacob Gath discovered photography during his sophomore year in yearbook class and fell in love with the art form. Beginning his junior year, he started covering Moeller sports, photographing 10 different sports over two years from football and basketball to cycling and cross country. His work has earned him many awards, including a Scholastic Gold Key, a Scholastic Silver Key, and Best in Category at the UC Blue Ash High School Photography Exhibition. This fall, Jacob will attend Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he will study economics and intern with Butler Athletics as part of their creative content team.
Bella Wilson, Clermont Northeastern: On her way to Thomas More to study Marketing and Digital Media while also playing softball, Bella Wilson just graduated from Clermont Northeastern, where she was National Honor Society president and vice president of the Student Senate. Interested in photography as a young girl, Wilson returned to it in high school and went from working on the yearbook to photographing UC Women’s Basketball, UC football, NKU Men’s Basketball and Miami football.
Boys archery
Ethan Pauciulo, Ryle: This freshman won the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Region 6 boys championship with a 287 and finished tied for 19th in the state tournament with a 289. He led the Raiders to the regional team championship and a 19th-place finish at the state tournament. He also shot a 286 in the NASP state tournament.
Girls archery
Karina Usman, Simon Kenton: This freshman led the Pioneers to the KHSAA Region 6 team championship and eighth in the state tournament. She finished second in the regional tournament with a 286 and 10th in the state tourney with a 288.
Ohio baseball, sponsored by the Cincinnati Reds and Reds Community Fund
Conner Cuozzo, Moeller: The senior Kent State commit helped the Crusaders to a 25-7 record, Greater Catholic League-South championship and Division I state runner-up. He was named first team all-city by the coaches association and first-team all-league after batting .392 with four home runs, 13 doubles, four triples, 36 runs batted in and 27 runs scored. He ended his stellar career by setting the school career record for RBIs with 105. He also had 106 hits and 18 home runs.
Jack Ryan, St. Xavier: The senior Boston College commit led the Bombers to the Division I state championship, their first since 2003. On the mound, he was 8-2 with a 1.54 ERA and 67 strikeouts in 59 innings. He saved his best for last, throwing a no-hitter against Elder in the regional semifinals, and a three-hit shutout against highly ranked Olentangy Orange in the state semifinals. He graduates with 22 career wins in four seasons. At the plate, he hit .455 with 27 RBIs, 25 runs scored, three home runs and eight doubles. He leaves with 126 career hits and 70 RBIs. Ryan is co-player of the year in the city and was GCL-South player of the year.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana baseball, sponsored by the Cincinnati Reds and Reds Community Fund
Tyler Fryman, Beechwood: Fryman was named the NKAC Division II and Ninth Region player of the year. The Louisville commit helped lead Beechwood to its fifth regional title in seven seasons and a trip to the state tournament. Fryman hit .514 with 62 runs scored, 52 RBI, 36 extra-base hits (including 12 home runs) and stole 39 bases.
Ohio boys basketball
A’mire Gill, Princeton: A first-team All-Ohio selection in Division I, Gill was the GMC’s leading scorer at 17.7 points per game and helped lead the Vikings to the program’s first state championship. Gill shot 60.7% from the field and over 41% from 3-point range last season. He scored a game-high 24 points on 10 of 12 shooting to go with seven rebounds in Princeton’s blowout win over Hilliard Bradley in the state final.
Kellen Wiley, Wyoming: Wiley was named a second-team All-Ohio selection in Division IV after helping lead the Cowboys to a state championship and a 27-2 overall record. The CHL’s player of the year and District 16 player of the year, Wiley averaged 17.7 points, 4.5 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game while shooting 61.6% from the field. The senior posted a 20-point, 11-rebound double-double in Wyoming’s win over Cleveland Glenville in the state final. He became the program’s all-time leading scorer in the state championship game, finishing with more than 1,640 points.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys basketball
Athens McGillis, Covington Catholic: The senior led his team to a 31-3 record, the Ninth Region championship and the first round of the Sweet 16. He averaged 22.4 points with 74 3-pointers. He was the Ninth Region’s Mr. Basketball finalist and also the Division I player of the year in Northern Kentucky. He was first-team all-state in the Louisville Courier-Journal coaches poll. He also finished second on the CovCath career list with 2,015 career points and dished out 461 assists, and will play in college for NCAA Division II national power Nova Southeastern.
Ohio girls basketball
Erin Thomas, Princeton: The sophomore was named to the Division I All-Ohio first team and led Princeton to its second straight state championship game. She led the Greater Miami Conference with 19.7 points per game and 2.9 steals per game, and also averaged 3.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls basketball
Haylee Noel, Cooper: She led the Cooper Jaguars with 20.4 points per game and 7.6 rebounds per game, including a career-high 43-point performance in a win at Ryle. As a junior, she was named the Ninth Region Player of the Year, the Northern Kentucky Girls Basketball Coaches Association Division I Player of the Year, and a first-team all-state honoree by multiple outlets.
Ohio boys bowling
Easton Pierani, Sycamore: The senior had the highest average in Cincinnati, 218.6. He finished second in the Division I sectional tournament with a 693 and 13th in the district tournament with a 682. He was Greater Miami Conference player of the year for the Aviators and first-team All-Southwest District.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys bowling
Maddox Kuryla, Boone County: The senior finished second in the state singles tournament, averaging 222.4 for seven games. He won the Region 6 singles championship, averaging 226.3 over six games. He had the highest average in the regular season of 216 and led the Rebels to a 63-7 record. He also had a perfect 300 during the season.
Ohio girls bowling
Carolyn Edmisten, Georgetown: The senior ended her career by winning the title of Enquirer Division II bowler of the year for the fourth straight season. She had the highest average in all of Southwest Ohio with 209.5, helping Georgetown to an undefeated season. She won a sectional championship with a 581, finished third in the district tournament with 629, and 11th in the state tournament with a 576. She was player of the year in the National Division of the Southern Buckeye Athletic & Academic Conference, and was player of the year in the Southwest District.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls bowling
Alyssa Bechtol, Notre Dame: The sophomore won the Region 6 championship, averaging 200 over six games, then finished 23rd in the state tournament. She led the Pandas to the Region 6 team championship and the Kentucky state semifinals, and also had the highest average in the regular season, 194.
Ohio boys cross country
Dom Ellis, St. Xavier: He became St. Xavier’s first state champion since 2014, crossing the line in 15:07.92. He won all of his in-state races during the season, and he set a school record with a time of 14 minutes, 38 seconds on Sept. 20.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys cross country
Paul Van Laningham, Cooper: The senior put together one of the greatest seasons in state history, winning seven races including his second straight Class 3A state title in a new course record of 15:01.13. His personal best of 14:38.3, and he took ninth place at Nike Cross Nationals and sixth place at the Brooks XC Championships.
Ohio girls cross country
Ava Shepard, Lakota West: She finished each of her 10 races in 2025 in under 19 minutes, including running a personal best of 17:29.19 and the New Balance XC Championships. She won four races, including the Division I, Region 3 title, and took eighth place at the state meet.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls cross country
Lily Parke, Beechwood: The Kentucky signee won her fourth straight Class 1A, Region 4 title and her second straight state title. She won seven of nine races during the fall and ran a personal best of 17:48.7 at the Milford Invitational.
Field hockey
Josie Broenner, Mount Notre Dame: She was the goalkeeper for the regional champions and the GGCL Player of the Year, shutting out 11 opponents while allowing just 14 goals for the year.
Chloe Castellini, Summit Country Day: She was the Defensive Player of the Year in the Southwest Ohio Field Hockey League after stopping over 200 shots this season for the Silver Knights.
Girls flag football
Bella Heile, Badin: After being named player of the year in 2025 as a wide receiver, the junior transitioned to quarterback this season and led the Rams to a Regional Championship. As a two-way player, she also returned three interceptions for touchdowns during the regional tournament.
Evie Schoolfield, Mount Notre Dame: The 2025 finalist for National Player of the Year had another stellar season, leading the Cougars to a 10-0 regular season and a trip to the state championship game. She threw for nearly 3,103 yards and had 50 touchdowns in her senior season, including three touchdowns in the inaugural OHSAA title game.
Ohio football offense
Lance Cantrell, Talawanda: Cantrell ranked No. 42 in the nation in rushing last season, racking up 2,523 yards and 30 touchdowns for the Braves. Cantrell landed in the OHSAA record books for single-season rushing yards and single-game rushing yards after setting a Talawanda record with 423 in a season-opening win over Taylor. Cantrell was held under 100 yards just once in 12 games last season and helped lead Talawanda to its first postseason win in a full season since 1991 with a 234-yard, 3-touchdown performance in a first-round win over Goshen.
Ryder Hooks, Lakota East: A Mr. Football finalist, Hooks was Ohio’s co-Offensive Player of the Year in Division I. Also named the Southwest District’s Offensive Player of the Year, Hooks was the first 2,000-yard rusher in the Greater Miami Conference since 2016. He finished with 2,032 yards and 19 touchdowns on the ground. He also tallied 25 catches for 400 yards and three touchdowns.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana football offense
Cam O’Hara, Cooper: Northern Kentucky’s all-time leader in passing yards and touchdowns, O’Hara threw for 2,231 yards and 26 touchdowns last season for the Jaguars. He added three touchdowns on the ground, as well.
Ohio football defense
Brady Kuhn, Anderson: Kuhn was Ohio’s co-Defensive Player of the Year in Division II and the Southwest District’s Defensive Player of the Year. Kuhn ranked second in the ECC in tackles and tied for the lead in sacks on an Anderson defense that allowed just 15.1 points per game. The Air Force commit helped lead the Raptors to a Division II state runner-up finish.
Derek Uran, Elder: Uran was the Southwest District’s Defensive Player of the Year in Division I and the Co-Defensive Player of the Year in Ohio. The Virginia signee helped lead Elder to its first solo GCL-South title since 2008. Uran ranked third in the league in tackles with 104 and sacks (9) to go with three forced fumbles.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana football defense
Jacob Savage, Ryle: An Indiana signee, Savage was the MaxPreps High School Football Player of the Year in Kentucky. He was also the KHSAA 6A Player of the Year and won the Paul Hornung Award, given to Kentucky’s top prep football player. At linebacker, Savage totaled 112 tackles, 15 tackles for a loss and two interceptions.
Ohio boys golf
Toku Fujiwara, Lakota West: A senior, he was the Greater Miami Conference Golfer of the Year before winning the sectional championship. He then went on to finish as district runner-up before shooting a 140 at state to finish in second place by three strokes in Division I.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys golf
Talen Beane, Campbell County: He battled through a late-season back injury to win the Region 8 championship by shooting a 75. He finished as a second-team All-Kentucky selection.
Ohio girls golf
Eva Becerril, Sycamore: She averaged a 35.5 for the entire season and won the Greater Miami Conference Player of the Year for the third time. In the OHSAA postseason, she won sectional and district titles before a fourth-place finish in the Division I state tournament.
Ellie Hartung, Madeira: Just a sophomore, she won Cincinnati Hills League, sectional and district crowns before tying for runner-up in the Division II state meet by shooting a 71.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls golf
Anika Okuda, Ryle: She helped lead Ryle to the Region 7 title as she shot a 73 in the tournament to finish as individual champion before reaching the KHSAA state tournament final round.
Gymnastics
Kiera Laite, Mariemont: The senior was named the Cincinnati Gymnast of the Year, winning the all-around competition at both the city and district meets. She turned in a career performance at the city meet, scoring an impressive 36.350. Laite qualified for state as an individual, finishing 18th overall with a 13th place finish on her floor routine.
Ice hockey
Trever Bauwens, Northern Kentucky Norsemen (Walton-Verona): The junior led the Norsemen to a KHSHL state championship, scoring a team-high 36 goals and adding 16 assists. He then led Northern Kentucky to a historic semifinal appearance at the USAHockey National Championships, becoming the first Kentucky team to ever escape pool play and securing a quarterfinal victory against Arkansas.
Boys lacrosse
Rowdy Scheer, St. Xavier: He was the defensive anchor for St. Xavier’s state lacrosse title run. The senior defender led the Bombers to a 21-1 overall record and a repeat as state champions, holding every in-state opponent under eight goals. The Delaware commit was selected to the All-Ohio first team and was named the Region IV player of the year.
Girls lacrosse
Charlotte Soller, Mariemont: Soller helped lead Mariemont to its first regional championship and state Final Four berth since 2022. Soller led the Warriors with 78 total points between 43 goals and 35 assists, also securing 78 draw controls on the year. She was a first-team all-state selection, and will continue her athletic career as a golfer at Ohio University.
Ohio boys soccer
Rowen Arnold, Springboro: Arnold was The Enquirer’s Division I Offensive Player of the Year after scoring 26 goals to go with 14 assists. He helped lead Springboro to a GWOC title and was an All-American and All-Ohio honoree.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys soccer
Tanner Robertson, Covington Catholic: The senior led the Colonels to an 18-8-2 record, the Ninth Region championship, and Kentucky state runner-up. He led the defense, which allowed five goals in an 11-game winning streak before the state finals. He was first-team All-Northern Kentucky and first-team all-state.
Ohio girls soccer
Mia Stevens, Summit Country Day: A senior and Ohio State signee, Stevens had 34 goals and 18 assists to lead Summit Country Day to a state championship. She was named Ohio’s Ms. Soccer and earned All-American and Ohio Division IV player of the year honors.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls soccer
Ella Smith, Simon Kenton: The senior led the Pioneers to a 20-2-3 record, 32nd District championship and Eighth Region runner-up. She had 24 goals and nine assists, and was named Eighth Region player of the year and first-team all-state.
Ohio softball, sponsored by the Cincinnati Reds and Reds Community Fund
Neely McElhaney, Kings: She was one of the most important players on Cincinnati’s lone softball state championship team in 2026. She put together a 20-1 record with a 0.66 earned run average and 204 strikeouts in 137 innings, and did not allow an earned run in six postseason games. The IU-Indy signee threw a no-hitter on March 24 and struck out 10 or more batters on nine occasions this season. She was named to the Eastern Cincinnati Conference, all-district and All-Ohio first teams.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana softball, sponsored by the Cincinnati Reds and Reds Community Fund
Kaitlyn Dixon, Highlands: She capped one of the most prolific pitching careers in Northern Kentucky history by leading the Bluebirds to their first state semifinal appearance. A future Thomas More Saint, she accrued a 30-4 record with a 0.91 earned run average and 361 strikeouts, to go with a .373 batting average, 27 runs batted in, seven doubles and three triples. She was named the Northern Kentucky Softball Coaches Association Division I Player of the Year and an all-state first team member. Her career pitching stats include a 96-20 record, a 1.46 ERA and 1,201 strikeouts.
Ohio boys swimming and diving
Chase Grisi, St. Xavier: The Minnesota commit claimed his second straight 200-yard freestyle state championship, took second place in the 100-yard butterfly and anchored St. Xavier’s state champion 400-yard freestyle relay to help the Bombers earn a team runner-up finish at the 2026 state meet.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys swimming and diving
Chase Knopf, Ryle: He became the first Ryle Raider to win a state title since 2007, winning the 200- and 500-yard freestyles. His personal best at 200 yards is 1:37.76 and his top time at 500 yards is 4:24.97, both good enough for All-American status.
Ohio girls swimming and diving
Maya Schweikert, Kings: One of the greatest athletes in Kings High School history, she claimed her third straight 100-yard backstroke state title and back-to-back breaststroke state titles. The University of Georgia signee owns multiple school records as well as the overall state record in the backstroke.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls swimming and diving
Clare Herfel, Notre Dame: The sophomore claimed her second straight 500-yard freestyle regional title in 4:50.2, fast enough for All-American status, then successfully defended her state title in the event. She also took third place in the 200-yard freestyle, where her top time of 1:49.23 is good enough for All-American consideration.
Ohio boys tennis
Greg Bernadsky, Mason: He won the Division I singles state championship, making him a two-time, back-to-back singles state champion, the first in his school’s history.
Carson Dwyer and Nihal Narisetty, St. Xavier: The pair won the Division I doubles state championship, giving Narisetty his first state title in his third finals and Dwyer his third career state title.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys tennis
Blake Hussey, Covington Catholic: The Covington Catholic junior was the Ninth Region champion before going to state, where he finished as the KHSAA runner-up.
Ohio girls tennis
Adriana Moreno-Saanvi Reddy, Mason: In their first season together they won a Division I doubles state championship, beating their teammates (who were also two-time defending champions). They did not drop a set in the state tournament, sweeping their first three opponents before winning the championship 6-1, 6-4.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls tennis
Avery Love and Niveditha Selvaraju, Ryle: They paired to win the Ninth Region championship before reaching the quarterfinals of the KHSAA state tournament.
Ohio boys track and field
Dom Ellis, St. Xavier: By winning the 1,600- and 3,200-meter state championships, he became the first Cincinnati runner to win the Ohio distance triple crown in 32 years. The Indiana signee won a total of seven races across 800, 1,600 and 3,200 meters. He also won the 3,200-meter indoor state title.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys track and field
Paul Van Laningham, Cooper: The Wisconsin signee won his second straight Class 3A 1,600-meter state title, in addition to taking second place in the 800- and 3,200-meter runs. He set personal bests of 1:51.9 for 800 meters and a new Kentucky state record of 4:01.83 in the mile. He also won the 3,200-meter indoor state title and took second place in the 1,600-meter run at the same meet.
Ohio girls track and field
Azarae Hawkins, Mason: She brought home three state titles for the Comets, winning the Division I 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, and anchoring the 4×100-meter relay. The Maryland commit’s 100-meter personal best of 11.58 seconds, run on May 19, is a new city record, and her 200-meter time of 23.98 seconds is the fastest in the state this season.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls track and field
Alexis Howard, Simon Kenton: She ended her high school career by winning the Class 3A long jump state title with a new personal best of 19 feet, 1.25 inches and winning the triple jump with a distance of 39 feet. The Bellarmine commit was also the 100-meter dash regional champion and took seventh place at the state meet.
Boys volleyball
Joe Taggart, St. Xavier: The Ohio State commit was named both the GCL-South and the Region 4 Player of the Year for the second time. A first-team All-Ohio pick in Division I, Taggart had 365 kills and eclipsed the 1,000-kill mark in his final game to cap his historic career.
Ohio girls volleyball
Callie Combs, Seton: She was a Swiss Army knife for Seton as it claimed back-to-back state championships. The North Carolina State commit contributed 303 digs, 200 kills, 34 aces, 26 blocks and 10 assists. She was named the Girls Greater Catholic League Player of the Year, the Division I District 16 Player of the Year and an All-Ohio first-team member.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls volleyball
Audrey Dyas, Notre Dame: The Toledo commit was always there when her team needed a playmaker. She led them to a fourth state championship match in the last six years and finished the season with 281 kills, 125 digs, 99 blocks, 69 aces and 15 assists. She was named to the all-state first team.
Boys water polo
Marco Di Loreto Tarot, Mason: The senior was selected first-team All-Ohio after leading the Comets’ offense. He scored 125 goals, added 95 assists, and nabbed 200 steals as Mason took the No. 4 seed in the state tournament.
Girls water polo
Madeline House, Milford: The sophomore became the first Milford player to be named Ohio’s Player of the Year. She racked up 149 goals, 79 steals, and 17 assists, earning a spot at the National Team Selection Camp held by USA Water Polo’s Olympic Development Program.
Ohio boys wrestling
Kane Shawger, St. Xavier: The Bomber junior is now a three-time state placer and two-time OHSAA Division I state champion after winning the 150-pound state championship this season.
Colin Wooldridge, La Salle: Heading to Ohio University as a two-sport athlete, Colin Wooldridge finished up his career at La Salle as the 175-pound state champion in Division II, having lost just a single match in his senior campaign.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana boys wrestling
Clayton Badida, Conner: The 126-pounder went 53-5 for Conner this year, winning both the regional and state crowns with his brother, Tristin, and grandfather, Wayne, coaching in his corner.
Ohio girls wrestling
Elizabeth Madison, Loveland: Madison graduated Loveland as a four-time state finalist and three-time state champion all in the 170-pound class. Madison went undefeated for the second time this year and had a pin in the state finals for her last win.
Northern Kentucky/Indiana girls wrestling
Emma Moore, Walton-Verona: Moore won the 107-pound Kentucky state title, capping her career as a three-time KHSAA state champion.
How to get your awards if you could not attend the ceremony
The winners’ plaques and certificates will be at The Enquirer’s downtown office, 312 Plum St., starting Thursday. Please make arrangements with Caroline Ritzie, critzie@enquirer.com. The finalists’ certificates will be mailed to the schools within the next week.
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