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The Ohio high school football season moves one step closer to the state Final Four this week as regional semifinals occur Friday and Saturday night across the state. https://wcpo.com/sports/high-school-sports/high-school-insider/hs-insider-ohsaa-regional-semifinal-football-games-highlight-week-13 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elder High School football coach Doug Ramsey earned his 200th career win after the Panthers' triple overtime victory over Colerain. Also, a preview of the upcoming Ohio girls basketball season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the playoffs. The Ohio High School Athletic Association football playoffs start Friday night with 57 Cincinnati-area teams in action during the first round this weekend. The WCPO High School Insider delves into the postseason with interviews with Lakota West coach Tom Bolden, Moeller coach Mark Elder, Kings coach Alex Garvin and Wyoming coach Aaron Hancock. These coaches reflect upon the success of the regular season and how they approach the playoffs with their respective teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WCPO High School Insider delves into the final week of the Ohio high school football regular season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cincinnati College Preparatory football coach Jeremy Pflug discusses the Lions' success this season. Plus, Wyoming coach Aaron Hancock about the Cowboys' 8-0 start and Mount Notre Dame basketball star KK Bransford announces her college commitment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hughes football coach Chris Mobley discusses the journey of the Big Red football program since 2016 plus Anderson coach Evan Dreyer reflects on the Raptors' 28-21 win over visiting Winton Woods in Week 7. The Mount Notre Dame volleyball team prepares to travel to Arizona. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Western Brown football team has a 5-1 record thanks to several talented players including junior quarterback Drew Novak, who broke the school's all-time career passing yards mark Friday night.  You will also hear from Taft football coach Tyler Williams, who discusses the Senators' 13-7 win over previously undefeated Withrow this past weekend.  Dante Payne gives a preview of the first HBCU Women's Basketball Game Classic at Winton Woods High School Nov. 27 featuring Fisk University against Wilberforce University. Also, Roy Hatfield offers perspective on the seventh Ohio Valley Hoops Classic boys basketball event during Thanksgiving Day weekend at the Mason High School Arena. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beechwood football program enjoyed its first win over CovCath since 2014. Plus, catching up with former NFL player DeShawn Wynn and inside the college recruiting of Walnut Hill basketball standout Tyler McKinley. Beechwood quarterback Cameron Hergott soaked in every bit of the electric atmosphere at Beechwood High School Sept. 17 in Fort Mitchell. The Tigers defeated Covington Catholic for the first time since 2014 and Hergott couldn't be happier to have his first career win over the Colonels. "Amazing, incredible," Hergott said. "I'm going to college next year so I get a little hint of that with this but it's really awesome for the whole city and everyone on our team to experience something like this. "Hergott and Beechwood coach Noel Rash discussed the important rivalry win in this week's WCPO High School Insider.You will also hear from Wyoming coach Aaron Hancock, who earned his 100th career win last week. Plus, Wyoming running backs coach DeShawn Wynn, a former NFL player who won a national title

McNicholas football coach Mike Orlando discusses the Rockets' 4-0 start and matchup with Roger Bacon this weekend. High school football analyst Dave Berk discusses the players and teams that have been the most impressive in Southwest Ohio this season. -- The McNicholas High School football team is enjoying a 4-0 record for the second straight season while preparing for a home game against visiting Roger Bacon Friday night. McNicholas coach Mike Orlando joined the WCPO High School Insider to reflect on this season, his 11 years as head coach and how the school community has supported the Rockets over the years. McNicholas defeated Highlands 27-21 Sept. 10 in what is believed to be the first football meeting between the programs. Also, high school football analyst Dave Berk discusses Southwest Ohio football, college recruiting and what he expects from the second half of this season. Plus, you will hear discussion about Friday's Moeller (4-0) versus St. Xavier (4-0) game at Nippert Stadium. See omnystudio.

St. Xavier football coach Steve Specht and Lakota West athletic director Scott Kaufman remember how the 9/11 terrorist attacks impacted the Greater Cincinnati high school sports scene 20 years ago.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kings High School football team reflects on a 3-0 start, plus ScoutingOhio.com director Mark Porter offers his perspective on college football recruiting. Also, you will hear from Mount Notre Dame volleyball coach Michael Crofton as he discusses his first season as the Cougars' head coach. He also talked about senior All-American Carly Hendrickson who has helped to lead MND this season.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The La Salle football team is preparing to welcome national power IMG Academy Friday night at Lancer Stadium. You will also hear a conversation Utah Jazz guard MaCio Teague, a 2015 Walnut Hills High School graduate and new St. Xavier swimming and diving head coach David Albert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WCPO High School Insider takes a look back at Week 1 of the Ohio high school football season and looks ahead this weekend. Whether it was St. Xavier's win over visiting Lakota West, Princeton's 58 points or plenty of other highlights, there was plenty to discuss from Week 1 of the Ohio high school football season. This week's WCPO Insider includes a conversation with Taylor football coach David Dransman as the Yellow Jackets won their first season opener since 2015. Dransman and seniors Harry Hilvert and Johnny Kearns discuss the optimism within the program after a 38-17 win at Greenon Aug. 20. "And after that win it was just like really clear to me that there is something special here that hasn't been present in the past years," Kearns said. You will also hear from St. Xavier coach Steve Specht, Princeton coach Andre Parker and Cincinnati Country Day coach Dennis Coyle. Cincinnati Country Day opened its renovated stadium before a 56-0 win over visiting Manchester. https://www.wcpo.com/sports/high-s

Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky high school football begins this week in a much-anticipated return. The 24th annual Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown will highlight several of the Cincinnati area's top teams throughout this season.In-Game Sports president Tom Gamble, the longtime Showdown organizer, joined the WCPO High School Insider to discuss the event's rich history with talented players and team along with the outlook for this season. Gamble, who is also the Greater Catholic League South division commissioner, also discussed the upcoming school year in all sports for the conference. You will also hear from St. Xavier athletic director Brian Reinhart about the much-anticipated Showdown game with Lakota West at St. X Friday night and Mason coach Brian Castner discusses a 60th anniversary celebration of Comets' football. Find more at https://wcpo.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from the Fort Wright Chick-fil-A, coach Noel Rash and players from the Beechwood Tigers join Mike Dyer and Caleb Noe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from the Western Hills Chick-fil-A, coaches and players from Elder Panthers, Oak Hills Highlanders, & Western Hills Mustangs join Mike Dyer and Caleb Noe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WCPO's Mike Dyer and Caleb Noe chat with coaches and players from the Indian Hill Braves and the Sycamore Aviators, live from Chick-fil-A Kenwood Towne Centre! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been nearly a year since the COVID-19 pandemic halted Ohio high school sports. But the OHSAA and governor's office worked together to have a completed fall season, and the winter season is on track to finish this month. In this special episode, you’ll hear from student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors, OHSAA staffers and Ohio Lt. Gov Jon Husted about the behind-the-scenes story of March 12, 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conclusion of February is certainly bringing plenty of high school sports news. Whether it was Princeton football coach Mike Daniels leaving for Army West Point or University of Dayton Arena as the host site for the state girls and boys basketball tournaments, there is plenty to stay updated on right now. This week's WCPO High School Insider highlights Greater Cincinnati football news, including reaction to the OHSAA's potential proposal about the tweak to the computer points system for the postseason. You will hear perspective on the Harbin system and the number of teams involved in the postseason. Also, Harrison freshman Chloe Dearwester and Norwood senior Lizbeth Banderas-Rodriguez won state titles at the state girls wrestling tournament this past weekend. You will hear from Banderas-Rodriguez about what winning a state title has meant to her as a student-athlete and the Norwood community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ohio State linebacker Justin Hilliard, a 2015 St. Xavier High School graduate, discusses his journey through the Buckeyes' program and his role as captain this season. Also, La Salle teammates Jaylen Johnson (Ohio State signee) and Devonta Smith (Alabama) discuss which team will win Monday night. Finally, Fairfield football coach Jason Krause responds after Clemson offensive tackle and former Fairfield standout Jackson Carman declared for the NFL Draft Wednesday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.