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Massillon 75 – Lima Senior 63. Massillon 68 -Westerville South 63. It is difficult to even begin to put into words the emotions that were felt over this past weekend. The Massillon Tigers basketball team is a state champion– the words seem foreign. It is still unbelievable that those words can be uttered in truth. …
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Before the DII state semifinal at Wright State University today, there was only one head coach in Massillon Tigers basketball history who led his squad to a state title game. That coach was Paul Brown– tomorrow Josh Hose will be able to cement his name alongside the legendary Massillon icon. He will also have a …
Read More “Massillon Storms Over Lima Senior for Chance at State Title”
It has been a long 81-year path for the Massillon Tigers in their attempts to win a regional title. 2003 was the last time the Tigers played for a chance at state. The last time the Tigers reached state, the Battle of Iwo Jima was still raging, “Rum and Coca-Cola” by the Andrews Sisters was …
Read More “Massillon Wins Regional for First State Berth Since 1945”
The Massillon Tigers are headed to the regional finals for the first time since 2003. Josh Hose’s resilient squad moved to 24-1 on the season following Wednesday night’s 84-73 victory over the Avon Eagles. In what has been a common story for the Tigers this year, they surged ahead in the 4th quarter using their …
Read More “Massillon Uses Late Surge to Pull Away from Avon in Regional Semifinal”
The Massillon Tigers are on a historic run. Winners of 20 straight contests, they now have a record of 23-1. 1937 was the last time the Tigers were on this level, as they went 22-2, falling in the Class A state title game versus Hamilton. The program-record 23rd victory was not just any old victory; …
Massillon defeated Green 74-34 in Tuesday night’s district semifinal. This article features photos and highlights from Massillon’s 22nd win of the season, all photographed and recorded by Massillon senior bowler and photographer Kayden Kohl. You can find more of his work on Instagram (@capturedbykohl) or access his portfolio HERE . Photos Highlights
The Massillon Lady Tigers never lack resilience. Even in intense situations against teams that are ranked much higher, the Tigers always come to play. Many times in the past few seasons, they have proved that rankings do not matter. Whether it was in the regional semifinal last season versus defending state champions Olmsted Falls, this …
Read More “Massillon Fights to the End in Regional Semifinal”
The Massillon Lady Tigers made history on Saturday evening in Medina with a 75-50 win over Avon. For the first time in program history, they had won district titles for two straight seasons. Prior to their 2025 and 2026 titles, they had won the district only twice (1994, 1999). This year the 8-seeded Tigers were …
Read More “Massillon Lady Tigers Triumph Over Avon in District Title Game”
Massillon will have a chance to win their first back-to-back district championships in program history on Saturday after routing Akron Firestone 71-25 on Wednesday evening. The Tigers made quick work of the Falcons, making use of the numerous Firestone turnovers to run up a 37-7 halftime lead before finishing off the game with a running …
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It is not often that Massillon has taken down the McKinley Bulldogs in back-to-back seasons. The Tigers, who are now 18-1 on the season, are in the midst of a 15-game win streak (after their win versus Lake on Saturday). McKinley came into the contest with a 17-3 record and looked to cement their claims …
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