Viking Victory Run Aims to Bring Community Together, Raise Money for Elementaries

Parents, teachers and other community members want to connect the community and raise money for elementary school PTOs and PTAs with a 5K and kids fun run April 22

Hoover High's Erika Warren Commits to Kent State Softball Team

The Canton Repository reported this week that Warren, a senior at Hoover High School, has committed to the Kent State University softball team

Student Shoutout: Madison Shaw Featured in Inside Cheerleading Magazine

The Orchard Hill Elementary student had a half page dedicated to just her

From the Viewers: Ohio State High School Cross Country Championships

Earle E. Wise Jr. snapped a few photos of Hoover High School girls cross country runners when he attended the Ohio State High School Cross Country Championships Saturday

Big Dog Lacrosse Welcomes Out-of-State Teams in Graveyard 7v7 Tournament

The North Canton business will host the tournament at 9 a.m. Sunday at Diamond Fields in Plain Township

Girls on the Run Prep for 5K: Photo of the Day

Talk about champs! These young runners from Orchard Hill Elementary braved the elements last week to train for an upcoming race in Lake Cable.

Patch's 'Little Fan' Contest Wants Your Photos!

Win a weekend for four at Great Wolf Lodge in Sandusky

Player of the Game: Justin Smith

This week's Player of the Game is Viking running back Justin Smith

PHOTOS: Hoover Vikings Defeat Jackson Polar Bears

The Hoover Vikings football team defeated the rival Jackson Polar Bears 34-28 Friday night. Check out our gallery to see game action and the after-game celebration!

Basketball Legend Bobby Plump to Speak at Hoover Hoops Tip-Off Dinner

Plump, whose winning shot inspired the movie "Hoosiers," will speak at the Nov. 11 event

Player of the Game: Austin Feinberg

This week's Player of the Game is Austin Feinberg, the Vikings junior wide receiver and defensive back

PHOTOS: Hoover Vikings Defeated by GlenOak Golden Eagles

The Hoover Vikings visited a strong GlenOak Golden Eagle football team at Bob Cummings stadium. The Vikings lost 38-13 but put up a good fight. Check out the gallery for the game action.

PHOTOS: Kickball League at Price Park

The Kickball League of Ohio's Canton league plays on Monday nights at Price Park. Check out our gallery of a game between the teams named McBallas and Balls to the Wall to see some game action.

North Canton YMCA's Walk-n-Roll Raises Money for Good Cause

The day couldn't have been more perfect for the North Canton Y's Walk-n-Roll held this past Sunday. The weather was great, the energy bustling and North Canton Patch had the opportunity to join in on this philanthropic cause

Hoover Vikings Football defeated by Stow Bulldogs

The Hoover Vikings opened their football season against the Stow Bulldogs. Check out the gallery for some game action in the Vikings' season-opening loss

Jeff Mallette's Tuesday at the U.S. Amateur Cut Short

Barring a miracle, Wednesday morning will represent the extent of Mallette's week at the U.S. Amateur in Wisconsin

So Long, Summer: Photo Gallery

We've kissed summer goodbye, but we're giving it one last hurrah with this summer-inspired photo gallery of folks exercising outside in North Canton

Jeff Mallette Makes it to U.S. Amateur

The North Canton resident completed the first round of stroke play at the U.S. Amateur Monday

Fundraiser at Main Street Festival a Success for Kids in El Salvador

Volleyball players from the North Canton community and surrounding areas turned out to play 12 hours of volleyball to help kids in medical crisis in El Salvador

Photo Gallery: North Canton Youth Football Preview Night

The 64th annual North Canton Football Preview Night took place Saturday at Memorial Stadium with the new turf field named after outstanding coach Don Hertler Sr.

North Canton Competes in Junior League World Series

Did anyone catch these kids in action this summer? Feel free to leave a comment and let us know what you think of these all-star athletes!

Video: Olympic Hopeful Inspires Young YMCA Members to Work Toward Their Goals

Laura Lindsay earned her way to the U.S. Olympic time trials for swimming, and she took some free time to stop by the North Canton YMCA Tuesday to share some secrets to her success

Ric Sayre, 57, Walsh University All-American and Olympic Marathon Runner, to Be Remembered at Local Events

Sayre was a two-time NAIA All-American in cross country for Walsh and one of only four American men to qualify for five Olympic marathon trials

Olympic Hopeful Laura Lindsay Speaks at YMCA: Photo of the Day

The 21-year-old Green High School graduate (who has earned a trip to the U.S. Olympic time trials for swimming) stopped by the North Canton YMCA to speak to a group of young athletes today

Southwest Youth Football Players and Cheerleaders Prep for Football Preview: Photo Gallery

More than 100 North Canton-area kids have been practicing six times a week for football and twice weekly for cheerleading in anticipation of the Aug. 20 event

Travis Chambers Wins Second Place at the All-American Soap Box Derby Race

We have a local star in North Canton. Travis Chambers is back in the news again

North Canton to Host State Baseball Tournament This Weekend

Thirteen- and 14-year-olds will compete for the Junior State Championship starting Saturday

YMCA Kids' Triathlon: Photo Gallery

North Canton Patch was at the North Canton YMCA's Kids' Triathlon at Dogwood Park Saturday to catch all the excitement.

Video: 34th Annual July 4 Race

North Canton Patch got the lowdown about the July 4 Race from Kathy Yaros, the Y's family and community director, and we also talked to the Stark County native who won the five-mile race Monday

Photo of the Day: GlenOak Cross Country Team Goes All Out for July 4 Race

These boys know how to run a July 4 race. Can't you tell from this photo taken before they set out on their run this morning?

Hoover High Quarterback Austin Appleby Gives Purdue Verbal Commitment

The Hoover High School senior, who suffered a knee injury last year, has his sights set on Purdue University in Indiana

Travis Chambers to Compete in All-American Soap Box Derby Race

Travis Chambers is back in the news again (he was a Whiz Kid, after all). Read on to discover how his love for Soap Box Derby racing started and where he's headed

Broken Leg Doesn't Stop North Canton Resident From Fundraising for Cancer Research

Justin Deierling suffered a broken leg months before the Pelotonia bike ride for cancer research. But that didn't stop him from fundraising this year, and he plans to head to central Ohio to witness it — crutches and all

Video: Wishes Can Happen Golf Scramble Raises Money for Teen's Field of Dreams

Friday's golf outing at Sanctuary Golf Club brought in about $10,000 to help build a field of dreams at one teen's Navarre home

Hoover High Girls' Lacrosse Sweeps by Lebanon in State Semifinals

Hoover girls walked away with a 13-11 victory Friday and advance to the state championship today

Hoover High Softball Advances to State Championship After Beating Elyria 9-5

After defeating Elyria in the semi-finals today, Hoover girls are off to the state championship at 4 p.m. Saturday

Photo of the Day: Guys Don Dresses for a Good Cause

If this isn't being a good sport, we don't know what is

Plain Dealer: Walsh University Football Coach Shocked By Tressel's Resignation

The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported Monday that Jim Dennison, head football coach at Walsh University and the man who gave Jim Tressel his first coaching job, was surprised by the Ohio State football coach's resignation

Slideshow: Hoover High Softball Team Wins Regional Championship

The Hoover High Vikings softball team advances to the state championship by shutting out Boardman 3-0 Saturday

Regional Softball Championship Belongs to Hoover High School Girls

North Canton Hoover defeated Boardman 3-0 in the regional finals today