by Sophomore of the Year
Paige Kohler of Olmsted Falls
One perk of working in the media is getting to go every single game for free. Heck, pre-rona days, some places would even give us free food. Paige Kohler is the kind of player I would PAY TO WATCH PLAY! Not only that, I’d pay double off of a scalper if I had to. She’s amazing and perhaps the most fun player to watch I’ve ever seen play at the high school level. She has left me speechless on the broadcast more times than I can count.
While other players are good, she is great and makes it look easy at times. I’ve seen her hit more three pointers from NBA range, then I’ve seen some pro’s make them. She can cross you over and go behind her back with any pass she wants to make. This “kid” has it! If I could have named two MVP’s it would have been Abby and Paige. She is right there!
She reminds me of Allen Iverson. When I spoke to her last year she told me her favorite player was Kobe Bryant, and I understand that, but her game rivals Iverson. I wouldn’t want try and cover her, I’d end up with broken ankles. She is that damn good! She is the most talented Sophomore I have ever seen play.
On top of all of that, she doesn’t turn the ball over. Typically, when a player is called on to do so much, they won’t play defense and they will turn it over on offense. She plays tight defense and also protects the ball. The fact that she is only in the 10th grade is down right scary. And, her teammates LOVE HER!
Head coach Jordan Eaton had this to say about Paige “Paige locks in on getting better everyday. Great player, better teammate. “
Vince,
With my my niece playing on North Ridgeville Basketball and limited access to tickets, I always look forward to your coverage of the games.
Thank you for your time and efforts to make the 2020/21 season that much better.
J. Kingery
Beautiful way to honor your father, Don McKee! He is an amazing man, father and grandfather. This is a proud moment for you and him. Congratulations to you both.
We can not thank you enough for covering our girls’ talents and supporting them! Prayers to your dad and family!!
What a great way to honor your dad, Don. Who truly is a great man. I’m lucky to have the privilege to know him. I’m also privileged to know the award recipient Allison Milligan as I have had the opportunity to coach her in another sport she excels in – volleyball. Congratulations Allison.
Thanks Vince.
I just recently learned of KEEonSports and feel I have missed so much!! Your coverage is wonderful and your humor great! So glad I have 2 more grand daughters coming up to high school in the future. Although this season had it problems with COVID, you have kept things informative and interesting. Thank you!
This is wonderful. You do such a great job of showcasing the teams. Thank you!
Vince What great job featuring SWC Girls. I read most of the articles and you give the players a nice out let for their talent. Thanks for what you do for the SWC.
Fantastic job Vince! Thanks for all you do and congratulations to all the players!!