• About Us

    Who We Are

    VarsIQ Media LLC is an independent, digital-first sports media outlet founded by Thomas Maibauer and based in Strongsville, Ohio. We deliver high-quality, intelligent storytelling that highlights athletes at every level—from youth and high school competition to collegiate and professional play.

    Our mission is to deliver thoughtful, consistent sports journalism that combines written features, photography, and video to document the defining moments that shape our local sports landscape.

    What We Do

    VarsIQ Media operates as a full editorial news outlet committed to covering sports in Northeast Ohio and beyond. Our coverage includes:

    • Game-day photojournalism and in-depth galleries
    • Video highlights and creative edits
    • Written game recaps, athlete profiles, and features
    • News reporting on local sports, events, and showcases
    • Opinion-based journalism to provide unbiased insight into popular topics

    We aim to capture not only the results but the authentic stories behind every game, team, and athlete.

    Our Editorial Philosophy

    The “IQ” in VarsIQ is more than a name—it represents our commitment to intelligent, intentional journalism.

    We believe in:

    • Purpose-driven coverage over sensationalism and clickbait
    • Context and depth over volume
    • Respectful storytelling that honors the dedication athletes bring to their sport

    VarsIQ values integrity, quality, and editorial independence in every piece we produce.

    Our Commitment to Local Coverage

    Founded in Strongsville, VarsIQ Media is committed to local roots while building scalable, sustainable coverage across Northeast Ohio. We work to support clubs, schools, teams, and athletes at every level—documenting playoff runs, rivalry games, and individual achievements with the professionalism they deserve.

    As our coverage expands, we will enter new cities and levels of competition, but will always remain centered on telling the athlete’s story.

    Work With Us

    We welcome collaboration with schools, athletic departments, and sports organizations. VarsIQ Media offers:

    • Regular season and tournament coverage
    • Athlete profile features
    • Event photography and video production
    • Media partnerships and editorial collaborations

    We also welcome freelance/independent photographers, videographers, and writers interested in contributing to our mission.