As always, local hospitality is king, or queen, at CitC XIII

By DAVE MAST The third leg of the Classic in the Country high school girls basketball showcase is the incredible gift of hospitality exhibited by the countless volunteers who make the event a reality. Well-known throughout the state of Ohio as the finest event to which teams can be invited, that reputation doesn’t exist without…

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Lady Vikings exemplify the spirit of Classic in the Country

By DAVE MAST When Tom Jenkins created Classic in the Country, the girls basketball showcase that takes place over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend every year in Amish Country, he did so with the hope that in addition to presenting some top-notch girls basketball, he could also promote the celebration of sameness in people everywhere,…

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Keeping the crowds in the game

Classic in the Country brings Mast back home By KEVIN LYNCH Staff Writer BERLIN — For one weekend a year, Esther Mast puts her life on hold to provide entertainment for the crowds at the end of quarters, at halftime and between games of the Classic in the Country Challenge. Mast was a player on…

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Chipps, Knights, host Hawks all ready for Classic

By RANDY WORRELL Sports Writer BERLIN — Coaches often say that participating in this weekend’s Classic in the Country sets the stage for tournament success in March. For the Hiland, West Holmes, and Chippewa girls basketball programs, it’s a proven commodity. Each of the three local schools taking part in the 13th edition of the…

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As usual, Classic in the Country loaded with talent

By KEVIN LYNCH Staff Writer BERLIN — The Kaufman Realty and Auctions Classic in the Country Challenge Powered by Under Armour celebrates its 13th year of bringing the best girls basketball in the state of Ohio and beyond into one venue, as Hiland hosts the event that features 20 games over three days, starting this…

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Plenty of reasons to check out Classic in the Country XIII

By DAVE MAST For those who have been a part of Classic in the Country, the nationally renowned girls high school basketball showcase that takes place over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend every year for the past dozen years, these little gems are probably well-known. For those who have not been to this amazing weekend…

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