As the calendar turns to 2026, The Advocate staff takes a last look at some of the best moments and athletes in 2025 for sports across Licking County.

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Leah Caudill recorded a second consecutive 17-point double-double Dec. 30 as Newark Catholic beat Waterford to earn ...

McKinney's 21 points led the way in a 75-49 win against visiting East Knox, on a night that saw three of his teammates also ...

Makena Wilson’s 22 points boosted Utica in a 48-42 victory against Sheridan, the team’s fourth win by 10 points or fewer.

Host Utica boys sprinted out to a 20-9 1st-quarter lead and put four in double figures during a 75-49 win against East Knox.

Look for Utah's rushing offense against Nebraska's rush defense to be the key sector in this one. The 'Huskers filed ...

Josh Benvie totaled 16 points Dec. 30, leading three scorers in double figures as the Granville Christian boys basketball team beat visiting Madison Christian (1-4, 1-2) 46-35 in Mid-Ohio Christian ...

Landlords won't be able to claim rent as a business deduction under Ohio HB 156, hurting renters. Drivers must make ...

Residents may start seeing construction begin on the planned 320-acre, $218 million Central Park development in Heath in ...

Makena Wilson’s 22 points led Utica to a 48-42 victory against visiting Sheridan on Dec. 29.