Midview's girls flag football team made a splash in its very first season, advancing all the way to the state semifinals and capturing the attention of the entire region.
The semifinal matchup was a nail‑biter, as the squad fell to Cincinnati Mount Notre Dame by a score of 21‑19 after a dramatic final drive that left fans on the edge of their seats.
Earlier in the tournament, Midview had edged out Cincinnati Princeton 15‑14 on the final play, a victory that underscored the team's resilience and knack for clutch performances.
Coach Seamus Higley praised the squad's effort and resilience, highlighting how the players thrived under pressure and turned a debut season into a benchmark for future programs.
Key contributors Leah DiFranco and Dezirae Thomas were instrumental, delivering decisive plays that kept the team competitive in every contest and earned them recognition as rising stars.
Championship Outcome
The tournament also saw the top seeds, Madison and Hamilton Badin, upset in the first round, while Nordonia captured the championship by edging Cincinnati Mount Notre Dame 20‑19, adding another layer of excitement to the season's narrative.