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The 2026 SWBL Track & Field Championships took place earlier this month. The Southwestern Division event took place at Ross on May 13, while the Buckeye Division event took place at Carlisle on May 14.

Congratulations to all of our student-athletes who competed and placed during the event! CLICK HERE to see results. CLICK HERE to check out a Southwestern Division photo gallery. CLICK HERE to check out a Buckeye Division photo gallery!

From Dayton Christian Athletics

Dayton Christian Athletics is pleased to announce the hiring of Caleb South as its next Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach. Coach South currently serves as the varsity assistant coach at Troy High School, where since 2024 he has helped lead daily operations and was named D9 assistant coach of the year. Prior to Troy, he served as the varsity head coach at Bethel High School from 2021 to 2023, where he led the girls basketball program to its first league title in 40 years. He also gained valuable experience as a varsity assistant coach at Tri-Village High School.

In addition to his high school coaching background, South brings extensive experience in player development. He is the founder of CPS Training and has trained more than 50 Division I and Division II athletes. His work spans multiple platforms, including coaching on both the Adidas and Under Armour AAU circuits, with experience in both boys and girls programs.

Coach South is deeply committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the court. His leadership, passion for the game, and dedication to excellence align with the mission and values of Dayton Christian Athletics.

“We are excited to welcome Caleb South to our coaching staff,” said Kristin Blatz, Interim Athletic Director. “His vision, energy, and commitment to building a Christ-centered program will be a great addition to Dayton Christian. We look forward to the positive direction he will provide for our players and program.”

Dayton Christian Athletics invites families, students, and supporters to a meet-and-greet on May 26 at 5 p.m. to welcome Coach South and begin building relationships ahead of the upcoming season.

Dick’s Sporting Goods recognizes the fine student-athletes of the SWBL. Congratulations to Carlisle’s Elijah Dobbins and Bellbrook’s Landon Vennettilli for being named SWBL Players of the Year. Edgewood senior Carson Downie (Southwestern) and Carlisle senior Isaiah Brady Buckeye) were named SWBL Pitchers of the Year.

Bellbrook coach Jon Venters was named Southwestern Division Coach of the Year, while Oakwood’s Tyler Venters was named Buckeye Division Coach of the Year.

Oakwood (Buckeye) and Bellbrook (Southwestern) won their respective division titles outright during the 2026 regular season.

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Dick’s Sporting Goods recognizes the fine student-athletes of the SWBL. Congratulations to Eaton’s Ella Statzer and Talawanda’s Maddy Cox for being named SWBL Players of the Year. Ross junior Paige Baker (Southwestern) and Carlisle junior Grace Holt (Buckeye) were named SWBL Pitchers of the Year.

Ross coach Christi Luckett was named Southwestern Division Coach of the Year for a third straight season. Brookville’s Mike Gardner was named Buckeye Division Coach of the Year.

Carlisle (Buckeye) won its sixth consecutive SWBL title, while Ross (Southwestern) won its third straight crown.

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The 2026 Southwestern Buckeye League Boys Tennis Championships took place on Thursday, May 7 at Arthur O. Fisher Park and Franklin Community Park.

Dick’s Sporting Goods recognizes the fine student-athletes of the SWBL. Congratulations to Bellbrook’s Jonah Grismer for being named SWBL Southwestern Division Player of the Year for a third straight year. Oakwood’s Grant Zhou was named SWBL Buckeye Division Player of the Year. Nate Silberstein of Talawanda was named Southwestern Division Coach of the Year, while Tom Joch of Dayton Christian was named Buckeye Division Coach of the Year.

Oakwood (Buckeye) won its fifth consecutive SWBL title, while Bellbrook (Southwestern) won its first crown since 2019.

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