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Ironton Fighting Tigers Protest Playoff Denial

The Ironton Fighting Tigers football team and supporters protested in front of the Ironton School Board office on Friday morning.

They were denied a spot in the playoffs following a decision by the Ohio High School Athletic Association on Thursday.

We are out here fighting, for our right to be able to play in the state playoffs.

According to senior Zayne Williams, a running back and linebacker, the team's opportunity to play in the state playoffs was taken away by individuals who haven't achieved their goals in life, affecting the team.

The team is still allowed to play their regular season games.

Author's summary: Ironton Fighting Tigers protest playoff denial.

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