Marion Local sets OHSAA record with state title win

CANTON — The Marion Local Flyers football team won their second state championship in the last three years Saturday.

The Flyers beat Newark Catholic 42-7 to claim the Division 7 State title.

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The win marked Marion Local’s 12th state championship since 2000.

The Flyers never trailed in the championship game at Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton.

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According to the Ohio High School Athletic Association, the Flyers’ 12 state titles are the most in OHSAA football history.