Dalton Dominates Orrville in Foundation Game
In a challenging opening matchup, Orrville struggled to find its rhythm as turnovers and missed opportunities allowed Dalton to take an early and commanding lead. The Red Riders found themselves in a tough spot from the beginning, with Dalton surging ahead to an 11-0 start, capitalizing on Orrville’s missteps. Orrville’s first points came at the 3:49 mark in the first quarter, but even then, they could only manage to hit one of two free throws, reducing the gap to 14 points.
End of 1st Quarter: Dalton 17, Orrville 4
As the game progressed, Dalton continued to control the pace, while Orrville struggled to create effective scoring chances. By halftime, Dalton had expanded their lead significantly, holding a 32-16 advantage.
Halftime: Dalton 32, Orrville 16
In the third quarter, Dalton’s dominance only intensified. With a solid team effort, Dalton nearly doubled their score, closing the third quarter with a comfortable 58-29 lead over Orrville. The Red Riders fought hard to stay competitive, but Dalton’s relentless defense and efficient scoring proved too much.
End of 3rd Quarter: Dalton 58, Orrville 29
As the final buzzer sounded, Dalton had secured a decisive 68-33 victory.
Game Preview: Norwayne at Dalton - WCAL Showdown Looms Large
Date: Friday, October 11, 2024
Time: 7 PM kickoff
Location: Dalton High School
A fierce rivalry and championship aspirations take center stage as Norwayne heads to Dalton, a year after their heartbreaking 34-29 loss in front of nearly 2,700 fans. That defeat propelled Dalton to the state finals, where they finished as runners-up to powerhouse Marion Local. With fans lining up as early as 4:30 PM, last year’s game set the standard for excitement in the Wayne County Athletic League (WCAL). This season, both teams are vying for a potential WCAL title, adding even more anticipation.
Team Records
Norwayne (6-1 overall, 4-0 WCAL) comes into the game on a six-game winning streak after their only loss in Week 1, a 28-21 shootout against St. Clairsville. With an unbeaten run in conference play, Norwayne’s WCAL championship aspirations are within reach.
Dalton (5-2 overall, 3-1 WCAL) is looking to rebound from a close 35-31 loss to Hillsdale in WCAL play. A win on Friday would put them back in the hunt for a share of the WCAL title.
What’s at Stake
The stakes could not be higher for both teams. If Dalton pulls off the win, they’ll hand Norwayne its first WCAL loss, creating a potential three-way tie for the league championship between Dalton, Norwayne, and Hillsdale. Norwayne, on the other hand, is looking to stay perfect in WCAL play and set up a decisive Week 10 clash against Hillsdale.
For Dalton: A win keeps their title hopes alive, positioning them to force a tie atop the WCAL standings if Norwayne defeats Hillsdale in Week 10.
For Norwayne: A victory would leave only Smithville in the way of an undefeated run through the WCAL before a potential showdown with Hillsdale.
The Week 10 game at Hillsdale is expected to draw a massive crowd of 3,000 to 4,000 fans, adding even more excitement to this title race.
Ticket Information
Dalton Athletic Director Ethan Kagy has confirmed that presale tickets will be available all week at Dalton High School, and fans are advised to arrive early due to the expected large crowd. With the WCAL title on the line, this matchup promises to be one of the biggest games of the season. Don’t miss this game, which could shape the WCAL championship and the direction of the entire season.
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Dalton Volleyball Secures WCAL Championship with Win Over Smithville
BREAKING NEWS: With tonight’s victory, the Dalton High School volleyball team clinched the Wayne County Athletic League (WCAL) championship outright, solidifying their remarkable season.
The highly anticipated matchup took place on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Dalton High School, where the undefeated Bulldogs faced off against the Smithville Smithies.
Records Coming Into the Game
• Dalton: 18-0 overall, 11-0 in WCAL
• Smithville: 14-4 overall, 8-3 in WCAL
Dalton came into the game riding a wave of momentum after a strong season. Their last loss occurred on October 25, 2023, in a 3-0 defeat against Ashland Crestview at Medina High School. Last year, the Bulldogs finished fifth in the WCAL. Meanwhile, Smithville aimed to avenge their earlier defeat to Dalton, where they lost 3-2 at home on September 10.
Set 1: Smithville 25, Dalton 20
The opening set saw Smithville jump out to an early lead, going up 10-4. Despite a valiant effort, Dalton struggled to keep pace, trailing 17-9 midway through the set. However, the Bulldogs mounted a comeback, narrowing the gap to 24-20 before Smithville secured the set win.
Set 2: Dalton 25, Smithville 20
Determined to bounce back, Dalton regrouped in the second set. After falling behind 8-4, the Bulldogs cut the lead to 9-8. They tied the game at 16-16 after consecutive errors from Smithville and eventually took the lead 17-16. Dalton carried that momentum, winning the set 25-20 and evening the match at one set apiece.
Set 3: Dalton 25, Smithville 22
The third set saw Dalton establish a commanding lead early on. However, Smithville fought back, cutting the deficit to 18-17. The two teams exchanged points, tying at 20-20. A critical play off the light fixtures allowed Dalton to edge ahead 23-22, and they held on to win the set 25-22, taking a 2-1 lead in the match.
Set 4: Dalton 25, Smithville 19
In the final set, Dalton took control with a 15-9 lead. Though Smithville made a push, cutting the score to 20-15, the Bulldogs responded decisively, pulling away to secure the set and match with a final score of 25-19.
Final Score: Dalton 3, Smithville 1
With this victory, Dalton improved to 19-0 overall and 11-0 in the WCAL, solidifying their position as league champions. The Bulldogs are set to face Waynedale and Norwayne at home next week. Even if they were to drop the next two games, they would still finish atop the league standings.
“It’s been a while, and it’s good to see these girls go through a rebuilding process and accomplish those goals,” said Coach Allison Clear. “We take each game one by one, and I’m super proud of them.”
Dalton’s success this season reflects not only their skill but also their determination and teamwork, setting the stage for continued excellence in the WCAL.
SMITHVILLE VS DALTON WAS EPIC
THE DAWGS STORM BACK AND BEAT SMITHVILLE AT HOME AND REMAIN UNDEFEATED. The epic volleyball conclusion will take place at Dalton on Thursday October 3rd with a 7pm start time.
Set 1
Smithville 25
Dalton 19
Set 2
Dalton 25
Smithville 17
Set 3
Smithville 29
Dalton 27
Set 4
Dalton 25
Smithville 15
FINAL SET (15PTS)
Dalton 15
Smithville 12
Dalton continues their undefeated dominance with a 3-0 win over Northwestern and improve to 6-0 on the season. Sophia Surmay recorded her 1000th assist as well.
Set 1
Dalton 25
Northwesten 18
Set 2
Dalton 25
Northwestern 14
Set 3
Dalton 25
Northwestern 15