How Good Is Ontario? Sophomores Brown, Flenoury Lead Undefeated Warriors

 How Good Is Ontario?  Sophomore Sensations Brown, Flenoury Lead Undefeated Warriors  

Pic Courtesy of Ontario

Last OHSAA hoop season the Ontario Warriors won 7 games and had a rough season by all accounts. 

While it wasn't pretty, there were a few bright spots. 

 The team was led by a promising group of youngsters who had excelled in freshmen Cardae Brown and Trindon Flenoury.

Head coach Jerry Moton inserted the fabulous freshmen into the Warriors starting line-up in the backcourt. The rest was history. 

Brown and Flenoury would have stellar freshman seasons, both averaging over 14ppg while showing flashes of what could be. While the team wasn't good, the future was set. 

Well, in just one short year, the Warriors are now  9-0, coming off key victories against Shelby & Lexington and sitting atop the conference. 

Brown and Flenoury have taken their games to another level. And its easy to see why. 

Brown, a 6'2 power combo guard, was a all-state selection last season. He has worked hard on his offensive efficiency and the results speak for themselves: 

23ppg, 3 rpg, 2-3 3ptrs pg, 2 stlspg, 40% 3-point  

Brown has been dominant from the tipoff of the  OHSAA season.  He started out with a 25-point (6 3's) performance and has since added four more 20 point games, including a clutch 29-point game recently.  

He has a knack for making big baskets, and can score at all 3 levels. He has a legit post game, is a bully in the paint, & isn't afraid to turn up his student section, as he plays with fire. 

He is embracing the role of being a leader for this team. And doing it flawlessly given his age. 

Flenoury, a 5'11 athletic, playmaking sniper, also has been dynamic and unstoppable this season, as he has had multiple 20-point games while leading the conference 3pt % & fg % in the season.

 And get this: 

He's the reigning steals leader from last season.

His coach called him the "defensive stopper" earlier this season.  

 This year he is averaging 4 steals per game. Throw in 18ppg, with 4 rpg, with some quick twitch,  "steph curry esque" shot making style and some athleticism that will wow you. 

Flenoury is Top 15 in dunks and assists this season. 

While these two guys have been the force, the development of multifaceted junior forward Jamir Jones & sophomore big Trey Remy has been key as well. 

                     Sophomore Big Trey Remy 

Junior Forward  Jamier Jones      

Coach Jerry Moton wants to keep them focused on one game at a time. 

"We can't overlook anyone on the schedule. We have to come ready to play every night." 

The Warriors were hunting last season. Now, they're the hunted. They have two road games this weekend. Can they survive? 

How quickly things can change if hard work turns into results, then pressure is applied. Watch out for a couple of diamonds in the rough. 

Can the young, talented, hungry, core of Ontario continue to make noise in Northern Ohio and make a legit run at a State berth? Don't be suprised to see them in the OHSAA D-4 State Top 10 soon.  

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Red Hot Pirates to Play on Cavs Floor in HS Showcase Friday

 Red Hot Pirates to Play on Cleveland Cavaliers Floor in High School Showcase Friday 

By Deon Cash

The West Carrollton Pirates, winners of 2 straight games and 6 of their last 7, has resumed playing in the High School Showcase that is held at the Cleveland Cavaliers home court. 

The Pirates, who now are 6-3 after a 0-2 start, will play Ringgold HS (PA) at 3:30 today at Rocket Mortgage Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 

Coach Anthony Parker, now in his 8th season at the helm, has added a familiar face in the coaching staff - one that coached him in his hooping days. 

Art Winston, the legendary coach who led Jefferson to multiple OHSAA titles, has joined the staff.

They also have a senior leader who has stepped up his game, as 6'7 C Joseph Ingram has started to get back on track.

 Ingram, a inside force, who dominated last year, has had 5 double doubles in the last 6 games. The two sport star is averaging 14ppg and 11rpg on the season. 

Ingram already has multiple offers for football & basketball. 

Coach Parker knows that his team needs to show up early to give them a chance to get a w on the Cavs Floor and some more momentum during the current win streak.

The Cavaliers will play at 7pm as they look to prepare for the playoff run. They are nearing the All-Star Break and while Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley have been in all-star form, the team results haven't been as good as last year. 

"This is a great chance for our kids to get some statewide exposure with the only NBA basketball team in Ohio. Its huge and we appreciate them continuing to allow us to play in the showcase. It's nice to be back in it after missing it last year. We want to thank the Cavs for the opportunity." Coach Parker said. 

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