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GMC Adds Girls Wrestling as Varsity Sport
The 10 member schools of the Greater Miami Conference have unanimously approved the addition of Girls Varsity Wrestling for the 2025-2026 school year. Beginning next school year, the GMC wrestling conference tournament will feature both girls and boys tournaments on the same day and at the same location. The Greater Miami Conference is excited to provide more opportunities in the rapid growth of Girls Wrestling.
Liann Muff Reaches 300 Win Plateau in Final Season
Press Release by Mason SID, Dan Hilen
The win sealed a crucial league victory and marked a personal milestone for Muff, who has built one of the most successful softball programs in Ohio across her 15-year tenure. All 300 victories have come at Mason, where Muff has spent her entire head coaching career since taking over in 2011 from Brian Castner.
Now, just as her team hits its stride this spring, Muff prepares to take her final bow. She announced before the 2025 season that this would be her last year at the helm.
“It’s hard to put into words what this program and these players have meant to me,” said Muff after the game. “This milestone is a reflection of the people I’ve been fortunate to coach alongside — and the players who’ve worn the Mason uniform with pride. I’m incredibly grateful.”
With a current record of 300–89, Muff has led the Comets to 20 or more wins in 11 of her 14 completed seasons, averaging 21 victories per year. But beyond the numbers lies a program built on discipline, character, and community.
Muff’s Legacy by the Numbers:
--4 Greater Miami Conference Titles (2015, 2016, 2017 – co-champions, 2018)
--11 District Championships
--2 Regional Crowns
--2 State Final Four Appearances (2013, 2016)
Her teams have consistently been contenders, earning respect statewide for their competitiveness and composure. But Muff’s impact reaches beyond the diamond. She has mentored generations of student-athletes and built a program that embodies excellence — on and off the field.
As the Comets pursue another postseason run this spring, players, parents, alumni, and fans will have the chance to celebrate not just one of Ohio’s winningest coaches but a leader who helped define what it means to wear the Mason green and white.
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Lakota East's Trey Perry Named LaRosa's MVP Athlete
Legendary Lakota Swim Coach Announces Retirement
Press Release by Lakota East SID Dan Hilen:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dennis Beck is Stepping Down as Head Coach of Lakota East and West Swimming
Liberty Township, OH — March 21, 2025 — After 28 years of dedicated leadership as the head coach of the Lakota East and West swimming programs, Dennis Beck has announced his decision to retire. Since the inception of both programs, Beck has been instrumental in building a legacy of excellence in swimming and character development among the student-athletes at Lakota Schools.
“Coaching this team has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” said Coach Beck. “I have enjoyed watching the athletes grow as swimmers and individuals. We have built an environment where team spirit, camaraderie, and fast swimming have all become part of our culture.”
Throughout Coach Beck’s tenure, he has achieved remarkable success, including:
· 28 consecutive years with a state qualifier at Lakota East or West
· Coaching five state champions
· Earning Greater Miami Conference (GMC) Coach of the Year honors in 1999, 2000, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025
· Being named Southwest District Women’s Coach of the Year in 2005 and 2022, and Men’s Coach of the Year in 2006 and 2024
· Serving on the OHSSCA executive board and receiving the Larry Lyons Service Award (2013-14)
· Receiving the OHSAA Sports Ethics and Integrity Award in 2017
In addition to coaching, Beck has been an integral part of the Lakota school district, beginning his teaching career at Lakota Freshman School in 1995, before moving to Lakota Ridge in 1997, and later transitioning to East Freshman School a decade ago.
“Dennis has left an indelible mark on the Lakota swimming program and the student-athletes he has mentored,” said East Athletic Director Jill Meiring. “Coach Beck’s leadership, dedication, and passion for the sport have created a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire future generations.”
The search for a new head coach will begin immediately, with the Lakota Athletic Department committed to finding a leader who will continue to build upon the strong foundation established by Coach Beck.
Sycamore's Addie Robillard Brings Home Two State Swim Titles
Sycamore senior swimming supserstar, Addie Robillard, turned heads at the OHSAA State Swimming Championships in Canton, Ohio by winning two state titles. Addie won the 200 yard Individual Medley in a time of 2:00.7 and followed that feat up with yet another state title in the 100 yard Breastroke with a time of 1:00.82. The GMC Girls "Swimming Athlete of the Year" helped power the Sycamore Aviators into a 7th place team positon is the state championship team totals with a score of 95 points.
Addie Robillard - Sycamore Aviators Two-time OHSAA State Champion
(Photo compliments of Jeremy McDaniel Photography)
