Playoff time!

The Van Wert Cougars took the field at Eggerss Stadium for Friday’s playoff opener against River Valley. The Cougars rolled to a 48-30 win to advance to the regional quarterfinals. The Crestview Knights also won their playoff opener, 42-14 against Tiffin Calvert. Game stories can be found on the Sports page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent