This weekend marks a significant milestone in the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) boys basketball tournament as the state semifinals commence. The prestigious Canton Memorial Field House will host four of these thrilling matches, including games featuring local Stark County teams Perry and Louisville. Fans eagerly anticipate the culmination of this season's competition in the OHSAA state finals, scheduled for March 21-22 at the University of Dayton Arena. Below is an overview of recent scores from across the state and upcoming game schedules.

In the Division IV match held at Wittenberg, Maysville narrowly edged Cincinnati Wyoming with a score of 75-73 after two overtime periods. Meanwhile, Columbus Academy triumphed over Cincinnati Summit Country Day with a decisive 63-51 victory also at Wittenberg. In Division VI, Marion Local showcased their dominance by defeating Colonel Crawford 52-38 at Bowling Green. Similarly, Woodsfield Monroe Central emerged victorious against Kirtland with a final score of 58-54 at Otterbein. Moving to Division VII, Willoughby Cornerstone Christian bested South Webster 66-58 at Ohio Dominican, while Russia secured a win over Arlington 61-44 at Bowling Green.

Saturday's schedule features several exciting matchups. At 1 p.m., Glenville will face off against Hawken at the Canton Field House. Later that day, Lutheran East takes on Minford at St. Clairsville ECO Center at 4 p.m. Sunday brings more high-stakes action with Cleveland St. Ignatius challenging Olentangy Orange at noon at the Canton Field House. Simultaneously, Reynoldsburg and Lakota West will compete at Wright State at the same time. In Division II, Perry encounters North Royalton at 3 p.m. at the Canton Field House. Other notable games include Sandusky versus Cincinnati Aiken and Garfield Heights facing Louisville, both at Wright State.

The anticipation surrounding these semifinal games is palpable, as fans gear up for what promises to be an electrifying series of matches leading into the state finals. With standout performances expected from all participating teams, the stage is set for unforgettable moments in Ohio high school basketball history. Each team aims not only to secure their place in the championship but also to leave a lasting legacy in this storied competition.