CINCINNATI —

The first round of the OHSAA Playoffs kicked off on Friday night. While many of the area’s top teams were enjoying an opening bye, others were fighting for their seasons to stay alive on Halloween evening around Southwest Ohio

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NO. 7 LAKOTA WEST 30, NO. 10 HAMILTON 0

The Lakota West Firebirds left no doubt in their playoff opener, dominating Hamilton for the second time this season with a 30-0 shutout to advance to the next round.

The Firebirds’ defense stole the show, forcing four turnovers — including two interceptions by Corinthian Fields — and holding the Big Blue to just 16 rushing yards. Meanwhile, West’s ground game controlled the tempo, outgaining Hamilton 167-16 on the night.

Senior running back Braydon Johnson powered the offe

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