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October 26th, 2026
OBL WEEK 5 PREVIEW: Barbarians Clash with Hitmen While Undefeated Flash Face Desperate SVBC
written by BBN Staff

With the Ohio Bocce League season marching toward the midway point, the stakes in the new double-gauntlet playoff format have never been higher. Week 5 brings two pivotal matchups to the court that could dramatically alter the South Division playoff picture. First, the Mahoning Valley Hitmen will collide with the resilient Wickliffe Barbarians in a battle of momentum. Then, the high-flying Youngstown Flash and the Nation’s top 2 hitters will look to remain undefeated when they take on a desperate Steel Valley Bocce Club (SVBC). Here is everything you need to know heading into this week’s action…READ MORE HERE!

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