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Views expressed in this blog are those of the author, Jeremy Benson, and do not necessarily reflect those of the conference and/or its member schools.Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.comBlogger146125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-91940992360757436232024-03-27T15:56:00.000-07:002024-03-27T15:56:18.276-07:00GRC and GRC West name Scholar Bowl All-Conference <p><i><span style="font-family: arial;">by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.con</span></i></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Both the GRC and GRC West selected All-Conference for Scholar Bowl</span></p><p><b><span style="font-family: arial;">GRC All-Conference</span></b></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">1st Team </span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Aden Segal- Polo</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Keith Farmer- Polo</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Jared Klindt- South Harrison</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Kale Batson- Trenton</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Lyle Malinao- South Harrison</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">2nd Team</span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Nathan Stark- Trenton</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Andrew Paniamogan- South Harrison</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Jackson Smith- Milan</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Olivia Wolf- Polo</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Zane Michael- Trenton</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cole Clay- Milan</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Honorable Mention</span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Hoyt Hailey- Putnam County </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Emma Whitlock- Putnam County </span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Adan Callego- Milan</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">August Karguth- Maysville</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Devin Brummett- Maysville</span></li></ul><div><b><span style="font-family: arial;">GRC West All-Conference</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></b></div><div><p class="s3" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span class="s4" style="line-height: 21.6px;">1st </span><span class="s4" style="line-height: 21.6px;">Team</span></span></p><p class="s3" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Jackson Cline, St. Joseph Christian</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Colby Hagen, Princeton</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Wyatt Holt, North Andrew</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Cooper Mooney, King City</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Hudson Groomer, Stanberry</span></li></ul><p></p><p class="s3" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;">2nd Team</span></p><p class="s3" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Seth Weathington, Princeton</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Raven Gillespie, Albany</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Sage Tudeen, Princeton</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Morgan Graff, King City</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Ethan Frese, Worth County</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Tanner Williams, Albany</span></li></ul><p></p><p class="s3" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="s4" style="font-family: arial; line-height: 21.6px;">Honorable Mention</span></p><p class="s3" style="line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Gage Iddings, Pattonsburg</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Karson Wilmes, North Andrew</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Brayden Nail, North Harrison</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Ruby Heintz, North Harrison</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial;">Jonah Elderhorst, St. Joseph Christian</span></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: arial;">Polo won the GRC championship while King City, Princeton and St. Joseph Christian tied for the GRC West title.</span></div><p></p></div><div><b><br /></b></div><p></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-66788268052864652912024-03-23T06:36:00.000-07:002024-03-23T06:36:37.089-07:00Polo repeats as GRC Scholar Bowl Champion<p><i>By Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p>Polo defeated South Harrison on Wednesday to win their 2nd consecutive GRC Scholar Bowl championship. The Panther team of Aden Segal, Keith Farmer, Olivia Wolf, Megan Vaughan, and Eli Clevenger defeated South Harrison in the championship match 390-220. </p><p>Polo was seeded #1 in the tournament and received a bye into the semifinals where they defeated Milan 450-50. South Harrison advance to the championship by defeating #2 seed Trenton 340-280.</p><p>In the quarterfinals on Monday night, Milan defeated Putnam County 270-50 and South Harrison was victorious over Maysville 200-140.</p><p>Polo also won back-to-back Scholar Bowl titles in 2018 and 2019.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8GPTHB1ZEX0BUwepI_JNq6OYGCmuky9rj6qQrlHdONuOuQSMiNl0AI6WJCw_mP5jSTWlRLG7fxL5q_EsyW8dpKi0ZITNNGrc8cLxtiK8hMBj0l5F3yu9kMPSFdZSX0IWpZ10OpMsKEQyz75jew7jPM_UmSpYsRT-94bpSDsCS0R22gDAAYl04gGEiWII/s2016/IMG_4704.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="2016" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8GPTHB1ZEX0BUwepI_JNq6OYGCmuky9rj6qQrlHdONuOuQSMiNl0AI6WJCw_mP5jSTWlRLG7fxL5q_EsyW8dpKi0ZITNNGrc8cLxtiK8hMBj0l5F3yu9kMPSFdZSX0IWpZ10OpMsKEQyz75jew7jPM_UmSpYsRT-94bpSDsCS0R22gDAAYl04gGEiWII/s320/IMG_4704.jpeg" width="320" /></a></p><p><i>Photo courtesy of Rita Hildebrand via Facebook</i></p><br /><p><br /></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-70902283001352163082024-02-22T22:41:00.000-08:002024-02-22T22:41:14.930-08:00Peyton Parn and Jayden Keller of Brookfield and Connor Quinn of Marceline Capture State Wrestling Championships. 21 Other Wresters Earn Medals.<p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p>Jayden Keller became the first ever GRC girl to win a state championship in wrestling when she defeated Riley Walker of Kearney in the 110 lb division.</p><p>Peyton Parn of Brookfield defeated Dillan Chisam of St. Pius X (Kansas City) in the Boys 132 lb division to win a state championship. Connor Quinn of Marceline defeated Noah Gonzalez, also of St. Pius X (Kansas City), to capture the title in the Boys 157 lb division. </p><p>In total 18 Boys and 6 Girls medaled at the MSHSAA State Wrestling Championships</p><p>Here are the Medalists and Day 2 Results:</p><p><b>Medalists</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><u>Champion</u><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 132 – Peyton Parn, Brookfield<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 157 – Connor Quinn, Marceline<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Girls 110 – Jayden Keller, Brookfield</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><u>2<sup>nd</sup></u><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 106 – Eli Sperry, Gallatin<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 113 – Xavier Sada, Brookfield<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 126 – Augustus Heintz, Rock Port<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 165 – Brendan Barton, Maysville<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 190 – Devan Parn, Brookfield<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 215 – Max Heintz, Maysville<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p>Girls </o:p>140 – Riley Howell, Brookfield</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b><u>3<sup>rd</sup></u><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 150 – Colton Parn, Brookfield<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Girls 140 – Payton Weese, Marceline</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Girls 155 – Mya Sackrey, Brookfield<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>4<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 106 – Jacob White, Trenton<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 138 – Mason Rongey, Trenton<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 144 – Draken Bennett, Maysville<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 190 – Mayson Edwards, South
Harrison<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Girls140 – Karydon Jones, Gallatin</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>5<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 126 – Ryder Techau, Brookfield<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 285 – Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p>Girls </o:p>235 – Miah Parker, Gallatin</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>6<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 150 – Carter Harms, Maysville<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 215 – Crae Coffey, South Harrison<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Boys 285 – Ryder Herron, Rock Port<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Boys Day 2 Results</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys Semifinals<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Eli Sperry, Gallatin </b>d.
Tucker Tune, Fatima (Fall 1:17)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – <b>Xavier Sada, Brookfield </b>d.
Caleb Moore, Central (New Madrid County) (Fall 2:29)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Augustus Heintz, Rock
Port</b> d. Charlie Robinson, Centralia (Dec 7-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Peyton Parn, Brookfield </b>d.
Robbie Lasky, Lone Jack (Fall 1:57)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – Brody Narron, Father Tolton d.
<b>Draken Bennett, Maysville </b>(Dec 4-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – Marco Dalakishvili, St. Pius
X (Kansas City) d. <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield</b> (Dec 3-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Connor Quinn, Marceline </b>d.
Drake Murrell, Warsaw (Dec 5-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Brendan Barton, Maysville
</b>d. Peyton Shaver, St. Pius X (Festus) (Fall 1:45)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Devan Parn, Brookfield</b>
d. <b>Mayson Edwards, South Harrison </b>(Dec 7-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Max Heintz, Maysville </b>d.
<b>Crae Coffey, South Harrison </b>(Fall 4:27)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Dawson Miller, Hamilton d. <b>Ryder
Herron, Rock Port </b>(Fall 3:36)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 3<sup>rd</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Jacob White, Trenton </b>d.
Bryson Dube, Centralia (Dec 8-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield </b>d.
Noah Lovell, Lone Jack (MD 16-8)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – Damian Alkire, Butler d. <b>Andrew
Griffin, Marceline </b>(Dec 3-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Mason Rongey, Trenton </b>d.
Leo Niyonizigiye, St. Mary’s South Side (Dec 8-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – Keaton Coots, Lathrop d. <b>Cody
Rodgers, Marceline </b>(Dec 3-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Carter Harms, Maysville </b>d.
Adam Ashworth, St. Francis Borgia (Fall 1:59)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison </b>d. Cade Smith, Centralia (Dec 1-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u><o:p> </o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 4<sup>th</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Jacob White, Trenton </b>d.
Tucker Tune, Fatima (MD 15-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – Charlie Robinson, Centralia
d. <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield </b>(Dec 7-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Mason Rongey, Trenton </b>d.
Tyler Kloeppel (Dec 4-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Draken Bennett, Maysville
</b>d. Weston Ward, Centralia (Dec 4-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield </b>d.
<b>Carter Harms, Maysville</b> (SV-1 3-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Mayson Edwards, South
Harrison </b>d. Remington Wolfe, Lathrop (MD 13-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – Matthew Esparza, El Dorado
Springs d. <b>Crae Coffey, South Harrison </b>(Dec 4-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Aiden Christian, Holden d. <b>Ryder
Herron, Rock Port </b>(Fall 2:55)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Kyler Kuhn, St. Pius X (Kansas
City) d. <b>Jarrett Eivins, South Harrison </b>(Dec 6-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u><o:p> </o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 5<sup>th</sup> Place Match<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield </b>d.
Kalan Fallert, Valle Catholic (Fall 2:28)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – Conner Menke, Lawson<b> </b>d.
<b>Carter Harms, Maysville</b> (Dec 6-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – Ian Tuggle, Centralia d. <b>Crae
Coffey, South Harrison </b>(Fall 4:35)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison </b>d. <b>Ryder Herron, Rock Port </b>(Fall 1:56)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u><o:p> </o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 3<sup>rd</sup> Place Match<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – Christian Noble, Life for
Life d. <b>Jacob White, Trenton</b> (Dec 9-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – Damian Alkire, Butler d. <b>Mason
Rongey, Trenton </b>(Dec 3-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – Collin Moore, North Callaway
d. <b>Draken Bennett, Maysville </b>(Dec 6-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield </b>d.
Emory Crawford, El Dorado Springs (Dec 5-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – Eli Ferrell, Sherwood d. <b>Mayson
Edwards, South Harrison</b> (Fall 2:05)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys Championship Match<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – Jordan Bell, St. Pius X
(Kansas City) d. <b>Eli Sperry, Gallatin</b> (Dec 6-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – Jayce Estes, Warsaw d. <b>Xavier
Sada, Brookfield </b>(Dec 5-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – Christopher Ankenman, Father
Tolton d. <b>Augustus Heintz, Rock Port</b> (Dec 4-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Peyton Parn, Brookfield </b>d.
Dillan Chisam, St. Pius X (Kansas City) (Dec 9-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Connor Quinn, Marceline </b>d.
Noah Gonzalez, St. Pius X (Kansas City) (Dec 5-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – Braxton Ernst, Higginsville
d. <b>Brendan Barton, Maysville </b>(Dec 6-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – Jackson Rotterman, St. Pius
X (Kansas City) d. <b>Devan Parn, Brookfield </b>(Fall 4:53)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – Rylan Kuhn, St. Pius X
(Kansas City) d. <b>Max Heintz, Maysville </b>(Fall 1:28)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p><b>Girls Day 2 Results</b></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls Semifinals<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">110 – <b>Jayden Keller, Brookfield
</b>d. Mallori Edwards, Eldon (Fall 1:43)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Riley Howell, Brookfield</b>
d. Hailey Roark, Cassville (Fall 5:28)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – Dorie Richardson, Sullivan d.
<b>Payton Weese, Marceline (31-3</b>)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – Annabelle Rowe, Adrian d. <b>Miah
Parker, Gallatin </b>(MD 14-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 3<sup>rd</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield </b>d.
Lorelei Weaver, Higginsville (Fall 4:13)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin </b>d.
Anna Fischer, Ste. Genevieve (MD 10-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 4<sup>th</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Payton Weese, Marceline </b>d.
Eddyson Reeves, Herculaneum (Dec 6-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield </b>d.
Ella Bradley, DeSoto (Dec 5-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin </b>d.
Nikeshia Davis, West Plains (Fall 2:48)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – Sherlyn Solano, Marshall d. <b>Miah
Parker, Gallatin </b>(Fall 3:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u><o:p> </o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 5<sup>th</sup> Place
Match<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 –<b>Miah Parker, Gallatin </b>d.
Isabella Winingear (Dec 4-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u><o:p> </o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 3<sup>rd</sup> Place
Match<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Payton Weese, Marceline </b>d.
Hailey Roark, Cassville (Fall 2:31)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield </b>d.
<b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin </b>(M. For.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u><o:p> </o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls Championship Match<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">110 – <b>Jayden Keller, Brookfield
</b>d. Riley Walker, Kearney (Fall 0:51)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p>
</o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – Dorie Richardson, Sullivan
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</p><p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p>20 Boys and 6 Girls from the GRC and GRC West remain alive after Day 1 of the MSHSAA State Wrestling.</p><p>Here are the Day 2 Matchups and Day 1 Results</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Day 2 Boys Matchups</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys Semifinals (13)<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Eli Sperry, Gallatin
(36-1) </b>vs. Tucker Tune, Fatima (39-9)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – <b>Xavier Sada, Brookfield
(31-3) </b>vs. Caleb Moore, Central (New Madrid County) (33-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Augustus Heintz, Rock
Port (44-1)</b> vs. Charlie Robinson, Centralia (34-13)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Peyton Parn, Brookfield (41-1)
</b>vs. Robbie Lasky, Lone Jack (18-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Draken Bennet, Maysville
(41-6) </b>vs. Brody Narron, Father Tolton (45-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield</b>
<b>(38-5) </b>vs. Marco Dalakishvili, St. Pius X (Kansas City) (37-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Connor Quinn, Marceline
(43-4) </b>vs. Drake Murrell, Warsaw (45-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Brendan Barton, Maysville
(27-7) </b>vs. Peyton Shaver, St. Pius X (Festus) (37-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Devan Parn, Brookfield</b>
<b>(31-0)</b> vs. <b>Mayson Edwards, South Harrison (33-10)<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Max Heintz, Maysville
(39-8) </b>vs. <b>Crae Coffey, South Harrison (39-8)<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Ryder Herron, Rock Port (33-8)</b>
vs. Dawson Miller, Hamilton (42-4)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 3<sup>rd</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks (7)<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Jacob White, Trenton
(32-10) </b>vs. Bryson Dube, Centralia (39-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield
(34-10) </b>vs. Noah Lovell, Lone Jack (33-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Andrew Griffin, Marceline
(35-14) </b>vs. Damian Alkire, Butler (31-8)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Mason Rongey, Trenton (34-13)
</b>vs. Leo Niyonizigiye, St. Mary’s South Side (45-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Cody Rodgers, Marceline (33-19)
</b>vs. Keaton Coots, Lathrop (31-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Carter Harms, Maysville
(33-16) </b>vs. Adam Ashworth, St. Francis Borgia (31-18)<o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison (37-10) </b>vs. Cade Smith, Centralia (22-14)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Day 2 Girls Matchups</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls Semifinals (4)<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">110 – <b>Jayden Keller, Brookfield
(41-1)</b> vs. Mallori Edwards, Eldon (37-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Riley Howell, Brookfield
(40-3)</b> vs. Hailey Roark, Cassville (34-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Payton Weese, Marceline (31-3</b>)<b>
</b>vs. Dorie Richardson, Sullivan (36-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – <b>Miah Parker, Gallatin (23-5)</b>
vs. Annabelle Rowe, Adrian (28-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 3<sup>rd</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks (2)<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield (13-2)
</b>vs. Lorelei Weaver, Higginsville (34-10)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin
(23-5) </b>vs. Anna Fischer, Ste. Genevieve (23-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Day 1 Boys Results</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys First Round<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Eli Sperry, Gallatin </b>d.
Jayce Mathis, Versailles (Fall 0:37)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Jacob White, Trenton </b>d.
Talyn Balsley, California (Fall 0:25)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – Tucker Tune, Fatima d. <b>Reece
Stufflebean, Marceline</b> (Dec 4-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – <b>Xavier Sada, Brookfield </b>d.
Ayyan Hussain, Brentwood (Fall 1:31)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – Caleb Moore, Central (New
Madrid County) d. <b>George Coe, Marceline </b>(Fall 0:40)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – Rhett Pollard, Macon d. <b>Dawson
Pelletier, South Harrison </b>(Fall 0:39)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – Alex Martin, Hamilton d. <b>Evean
Cooley, Stanberry </b>(Fall 2:21)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – Patrick Morrow, California d.
<b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield </b>(Fall 1:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – Huck Simmons, Priory d. <b>Brendon
Hoover, South Harrison </b>(Fall 3:32)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Augustus Heintz, Rock
Port </b>d. Shaun Smith, STEAM Academy (Fall 2:24)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Peyton Parn, Brookfield </b>d.
Leon Lungu, Maplewood-Richmond Heights (Fall 0:23)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – Ethan Doss, Lift for Life d.
<b>Barrett Stearns, Marceline </b>(Dec 8-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – Dalton Doss, Tipton d. <b>Colton
Lemunyon, Maysville </b>(Fall 0:28)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Andrew Griffin, Marceline
</b>d. Gage DeShon, Lathrop (Fall 1:22)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Mason Rongey, Trenton </b>d.
<b>Zach Griffith, Maysville </b>(Dec 9-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Cody Rodgers, Marceline </b>d.
Lincoln Schaefer, St. Francis Borgia (MD 17-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Draken Bennet, Maysville </b>d.
Ryder Herzing, Fatima (MD 14-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – Kane Rainey, Versailles d. <b>Cayden
Eckerson, South Harrison </b>(Fall 1:24)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield</b>
d. Kyler Simon, Lathrop (Fall 1:46)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – Conner Menke, Lawson d. <b>Laramie
Fenimore, Gallatin </b>(Fall 0:36)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Carter Harms, Maysville </b>d.
Louis Suddarth, Centralia (SV-1 14-10)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Connor Quinn, Marceline </b>d.
Gabe Harris, Summit Christian (Fall 2:55)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – Trae Griffiths, Missouri Military
Academy d. <b>Ethan Smith, South Harrison </b>(Fall 1:34)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – Rex Bryson, Centralia d. <b>Cooper
Ray, Maysville </b>(Fall 2:19)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Jagger Sportsman,
Marceline</b> d. Ethan Munford, South Callaway (Dec 6-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Brendan Barton, Maysville
</b>d. Daniel Rodriguez-Martinez, Gateway Science (Fall 2:28)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – Dakota Cobb, Summit
Christian d. <b>Gunner Evans, Marceline </b>(M. For)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – Ty Ward, St. Pius X (Kansas
City) d. <b>Logan Wilson, Trenton </b>(Dec 7-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – Isaac Kaufman, Macon d. <b>Sammie
Litherbury, East Atchison </b>(Fall 2:59)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Devan Parn, Brookfield</b>
d. Kendal King, Diamond (For.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – Eli Ferrell, Sherwood d. <b>Hunter
Harris, Polo </b>(Fall 1:58)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Mayson Edwards, South
Harrison</b> d. Zion Burrage, St. Mary’s South Side (Fall 3:27)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Scout Gooch, Marceline</b>
d. Derron Perkins, St. Mary’s South Side (Fall 5:29)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Max Heintz, Maysville </b>d.
Brayden Clement, Diamond (Fall 4:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Crae Coffey, South
Harrison </b>d. Wyatt Burks, Versailles (Fall 3:32)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Gavin Cagle, Trenton </b>d.
Korey Phillips, Lift for Life (Fall 4:16)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Bryce Gray, Cardinal Ritter d.
<b>Jackson Wattenbarger, Brookfield </b>(Dec 9-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison </b>d. Aiden Christian, Holden (Dec 6-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Ryder Herron, Rock Port</b>
d. William Brown, Adrian (Fall 3:39)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 1<sup>st</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Reece Stufflebean, Marceline</b>
d. Keegan Stolarz, Gateway Science (Fall 2:37)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – Canton Wilkins, West Platte d.
<b>George Coe, Marceline </b>(MD 17-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – Carter Dumas, Adrian d. <b>Dawson
Pelletier, South Harrison </b>(Fall 4:15)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – Tharon Harper, Central (New
Madrid County) d. <b>Evean Cooley, Stanberry </b>(MD 12-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Brendon Hoover, South
Harrison</b> d. Chase Hampton, Windsor (Dec 6-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield </b>d.
Shaun Smith, STEAM Academy (MD 18-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – Blake Eads, Sherwood d. <b>Barrett
Stearns, Marceline </b>(MD 10-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Colton Lemunyon,
Maysville </b>d. Leon Lungu, Maplewood-Richmond Heights (Fall 4:08)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Zach Griffith, Maysville</b>
d. Andrew Schilly, Valle Catholic (Fall 1:24)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Cayden Eckerson, South
Harrison </b>d. Parker Lemmons, Notre Dame (Cape Girardeau) (Fall 1:53)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Laramie Fenimore,
Gallatin </b>d. Gavyn Colbert, Central (New Madrid County) (M. For.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Ethan Smith, South
Harrison </b>d. Matthew Thomas, St. Pius X (Festus) (For.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Cooper Ray, Maysville </b>d.
Alex Nania, Priory (Fall 4:36)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – C.J. Reifsteck, Holden d. <b>Sammie
Litherbury, East Atchison </b>(Fall 3:19)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – Damonte Holmes, Lift for
Life d. <b>Gunner Evans, Marceline </b>(M. For)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – <b>Logan Wilson, Trenton </b>d.
Blake Esparza, El Dorado Springs (Dec 4-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – Braxton Sneed, Lift for Life
d. <b>Hunter Harris, Polo </b>(Fall 1:58)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – William Brown, Adrian d. <b>Jackson
Wattenbarger, Brookfield </b>(Fall 0:15)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><o:p> </o:p><u>Boys Quarterfinals</u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Eli Sperry, Gallatin </b>d.
Matthias McGregor, Summit Christian (TF-1.5 2:41, 15-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – Christian Noble, Life for
Life d. <b>Jacob White, Trenton</b> (Fall 0:48)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – <b>Xavier Sada, Brookfield </b>d.
Brayden Sullard, Lawson (MD 13-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Augustus Heintz, Rock
Port</b> d. Patrick Morrow, California (TF-1.5 3:39, 16-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Peyton Parn, Brookfield </b>d.
Dalton Doss, Tipton (Fall 1:20)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – Tyler Kloeppel, Fatima d. <b>Andrew
Griffin, Marceline </b>(Dec 6-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – Gage Judd, Versailles d. <b>Mason
Rongey, Trenton </b>(Dec 7-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Draken Bennet, Maysville </b>d.
<b>Cody Rodgers, Marceline </b>(Dec 9-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield</b>
d. Justice Vickers, Adrian (Fall 2:45)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – Kellen Long, Butler d. <b>Carter
Harms, Maysville </b>(MD 16-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Connor Quinn, Marceline </b>d.
William Kuehn, Valle Catholic (Dec 6-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – Peyton Shaver, St. Pius X
(Festus) d. <b>Jagger Sportsman, Marceline</b> (Fall 2:45)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Brendan Barton, Maysville
</b>d. Brayden Pillars, Palmyra (Fall 0:00)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Devan Parn, Brookfield</b>
d. Cody Shaver, St. Pius X (Festus) (Fall 0:36)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Mayson Edwards, South
Harrison (31-10) </b> d. Ben Mason,
Higginsville (Fall 1:12)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Max Heintz, Maysville </b>vs.
Charlie West, Notre Dame (Cape Girardeau) (Dec 8-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Crae Coffey, South
Harrison </b>d. Ian Tuggle, Centralia (Dec 6-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – Rylan Kuhn, St. Pius X
(Kansas City) d. <b>Scout Gooch, Marceline</b> (Fall 0:49)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Ryder Herron, Rock Port</b>
d. Bryce Gray, Cardinal Ritter (Fall 4:56)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Dawson Miller, Hamilton d. <b>Jarrett
Eivins, South Harrison </b>(Dec 5-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Tristin Gavette, Versailles
d. <b>Gavin Cagle, Trenton </b>(Fall 2:21)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys 2<sup>nd</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Jacob White, Trenton </b>d.
Gabe Harrer, St. Mary’s South Side (Fall 1:21)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – Bryson Dube, Centralia d. <b>Reece
Stufflebean, Marceline</b> (Dec 6-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – Noah Lovell, Lone Jack d. <b>Brendon
Hoover, South Harrison </b>(Fall 1:19)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield </b>d.
Paxton Quarles, Lathrop (Fall 4:34)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – Preston Mallatt, Butler d. <b>Colton
Lemunyon, Maysville </b>(TF-1.5 3:11, 16-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Andrew Griffin, Marceline
</b>d. <b>Zach Griffith, Maysville</b> (Dec 11-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Mason Rongey, Trenton </b>d.
Gage DeShon, Lathrop (Dec 6-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Cody Rodgers, Marceline </b>d.
Teagan Sharp, Cole Camp (Fall 2:38)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – Keaton Coots, Lathrop d. <b>Cayden
Eckerson, South Harrison </b>(MD 14-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – Emory Crawford, El Dorado
Springs d. <b>Laramie Fenimore, Gallatin </b>(Fall 3:51)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Carter Harms, Maysville </b>d.
Kyler Simon, Lathrop (Fall 2:55)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – Trent Stout, Holden d. <b>Ethan
Smith, South Harrison </b>(Fall 0:55)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – Trae Griffiths, Missouri Military
Academy d. <b>Cooper Ray, Maysville </b>(Fall 3:38)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – Paxton Pyle, Tipton d. <b>Jagger
Sportsman, Marceline</b> (Dec 11-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – Dawson Litterall, St. Pius X
(Festus) d. <b>Logan Wilson, Trenton </b>(MD 15-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – Brayden Clement, Diamond d. <b>Scout
Gooch, Marceline</b> (Fall 4:22)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison </b>d. Aaron McClellan, Lone Jack (Fall 4:35)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – Aiden Christian, Holden d. <b>Gavin
Cagle, Trenton </b>d. (Fall 2:20)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><b>Day 1 Girls Results</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls First Round<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – Ellie Douglas, Sikeston d. <b>Raylee
King, Brookfield </b>(MD 9-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – Mya Hairston, Festus d. <b>Alyssa
Hicks, Marceline </b>(Fall 4:00)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – <b>Jaylynn Garst, Rock Port</b>
d. Bianca Dockery, Marshfield (Fall 3:37)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – Lillian McCleary, Lone Jack
d. <b>Madison Teeter, Marceline </b>(Fall 4:47)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – Camryn Wingate, California d.
<b>Norah Watkins, Rock Port </b>(Dec 7-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">110 – <b>Jayden Keller, Brookfield</b>
d. Kate Van Zee, Westminster Christian (Fall 1:23)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – Callie Bergthold, Southern
Boone d. <b>Brooklyn Wennihan, East Atchison</b> (Fall 0:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">125 – Zoe Fisher, Pacific d. <b>Emma
Teten, Rock Port </b>(Fall 4:44)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">130 – Noellie Parrot, Smithville d.
<b>Kaecen Brown, Brookfield </b>(MD 11-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Riley Howell, Brookfield </b>d.
Kimarhri Wilkins, Sikeston (Fall 4:48)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Payton Weese, Marceline </b>d.
Dani Gullet, Festus (4:37)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – <b>Avery Clark, Trenton </b>d.
Alleigh Culley, Hillsboro (Dec 5-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – Launa Cantrell, Potosi d. <b>Jada
Taylor, Marceline </b>(Fall 0:46)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield </b>d.
Maria Schatzl, Sullivan (Fall 1:10)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin </b>d.
Ella Heathman, Nevada (Dec 5-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – Isabella Whitlock,
Marshfield d. <b>Lilly Lindsay, Brookfield </b>(Fall 2:22)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – Bailee Dare, Owensville d. <b>Abigail
Parker, Gallatin </b>(Fall 3:04)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – <b>Miah Parker, Gallatin </b>d.
Ashley Hansen, Windsor (Imperial) (Fall 0:33)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – <b>Aly Wooten, East Atchison</b>
d. Ella Mitchem, Central (Park Hills) (Fall 1:14)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 1<sup>st</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – Kylee Whalan, Clinton d. <b>Raylee
King, Brookfield </b>(Fall 3:47)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – Averi Dawn, Nevada d. <b>Alyssa
Hicks, Marceline </b>(TF-1.5 3:40, 16-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – <b>Madison Teeter, Marceline</b>
d. Ellysia Wasson, McDonald County (Fall 2:55)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – <b>Norah Watkins, Rock Port </b>d.
Kya Aubuchon, DeSoto (Fall 2:08)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – Kyndal Brown, Westminster
Christian d. <b>Brooklyn Wennihan, East Atchison</b> (Fall 0:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">125 – <b>Emma Teten, Rock Port </b>d.
Avah Hall, Warrensburg (Dec 7-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">130 – <b>Kaecen Brown, Brookfield </b>d.
Maggie Price, Ste. Genevieve (Fall 2:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – Adalee Pickett, Smithville d.
<b>Jada Taylor, Marceline </b>(Fall 0:07)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – Karalena Steinhauser, Lexington
d. <b>Lilly Lindsay, Brookfield </b>(Fall 3:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – <b>Abigail Parker, Gallatin </b>d.
Taylor Kanoy, Harrisonville (Dec 5-0)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls Quarterfinals<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – Mckenzy Mason, Marshall d. <b>Jaylynn
Garst, Rock Port</b> (Fall 1:41)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">110 – <b>Jayden Keller, Brookfield
</b>d. Sydnee Baldwin, Nevada (Fall 0:46)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Riley Howell, Brookfield</b>
d. Bella Palmer, Odessa (Fall 1:52)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Payton Weese, Marceline </b>d.
Virginia Myers, Smithville (Fall 0:50)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – Amitria Mcnack, Clinton d. <b>Avery
Clark, Trenton</b> (Fall 3:14)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – Justice Brewer, Cameron d. <b>Mya
Sackrey, Brookfield </b>(Fall 5:00)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – Ella Bradley, DeSoto d. <b>Karydon
Jones, Gallatin</b> (Fall 4:29)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – <b>Miah Parker, Gallatin </b>d.
Loghan Summer, Blair Oaks (Fall 4:24)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – Isabella Winingear, Holt d. <b>Aly
Wooten, East Atchison </b>(Fall 2:28)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls 2<sup>nd</sup> Round
Wrestlebacks<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – Kylee Whalan, Clinton d. <b>Jaylynn
Garst, Rock Port</b> (MD 10-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – Addison Cupp, Festus d. <b>Madison
Teeter, Marceline</b> (Fall 3:52)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – Janessa Avila, St. Clair d. <b>Norah
Watkins, Rock Port </b>(Dec 5-0)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">125 – Lindsay Rampani, St. Clair
d. <b>Emma Teten, Rock Port</b> (Dec 4-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">130 – Jossie Hopkins, St. Clair d.
<b>Kaecen Brown, Brookfield</b> (Fall 4:45)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – Brianna Ford, Odessa d. <b>Avery
Clark, Trenton </b>(Dec 10-8)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield </b>d.
Ella Heathman, Nevada (Fall 1:41)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin </b>d.
Madysen Rayl, Versailles (Fall 1:41)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – Madisynn Crawford, Kirksville
d. <b>Abigail Parker, Gallatin </b>(Dec 8-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – Sherlyn Solano, Marshall d. <b>Aly
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</p><p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p>MSHSAA has set the brackets for the upcoming Class 1 State Wrestling at Mizzou Arena on Wednesday, February 21, and Thursday, February 22. 40 Boys and 19 Girls from the GRC and GRC West have qualified for this year's state wrestling tournament.</p><p>Full brackets can be viewed at the following:</p><p><a href="https://www.trackwrestling.com/predefinedtournaments/MainFrame.jsp?newSession=false&TIM=1708304319146&pageName=%2Fpredefinedtournaments%2FBracketViewer.jsp&twSessionId=qtputswgog" target="_blank">Boys</a></p><p><a href="https://www.trackwrestling.com/predefinedtournaments/MainFrame.jsp?newSession=false&TIM=1708308490611&pageName=%2Fpredefinedtournaments%2FBracketViewer.jsp&twSessionId=vkqjtvweni" target="_blank">Girls</a><br /></p><p>Here are the first-round opponents for each GRC and GRC West wrestler:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Boys First Round<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Eli Sperry, Gallatin (34-1)
</b>vs. Jayce Mathis, Versailles (5-14)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Jacob White, Trenton
(30-9) </b>vs. Talyn Balsley, California (23-17)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">106 – <b>Reece Stufflebean, Marceline
(32-13)</b> vs. Tucker Tune, Fatima (37-9)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – <b>Xavier Sada, Brookfield
(29-3) </b>vs. Ayyan Hussain, Brentwood (11-14)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">113 – <b>George Coe, Marceline (15-23)
</b>vs. Caleb Moore, Centralia (31-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – <b>Dawson Pelletier, South
Harrison (20-20) </b>vs. Rhett Pollard, Macon (20-6)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – <b>Evean Cooley, Stanberry
(20-13)</b> vs. Alex Martin, Hamilton (34-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Ryder Techau, Brookfield
(32-9)</b> vs. Patrick Morrow, California (34-15)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Brendon Hoover, South
Harrison (25-19)</b> vs. Huck Simmons, Priory (19-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">126 – <b>Augustus Heintz, Rock
Port (42-1)</b> vs. Shaun Smith, STEAM Academy (24-14)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Peyton Parn, Brookfield
(39-1)</b> vs. Leon Lungu, Maplewood-Richmond Heights (25-22)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Barrett Stearns,
Marceline (13-8)</b> vs. Ethan Doss, Lift for Life (19-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">132 – <b>Colton Lemunyon,
Maysville (14-17) </b>vs. Dalton Doss, Tipton (23-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Andrew Griffin, Marceline
(33-13)</b> vs. Gage DeShon, Lathrop (28-12)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">138 – <b>Zach Griffith, Maysville
(26-12)</b> vs. <b>Mason Rongey, Trenton (32-12)</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Cody Rodgers, Marceline
(31-18) </b>vs. Lincoln Schaefer, St. Francis Borgia (31-14)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Draken Bennet, Maysville
(39-6) </b>vs. Ryder Herzing, Fatima (31-24)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">144 – <b>Cayden Eckerson, South
Harrison (26-16) </b>vs. Kane Rainey (29-20)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Colton Parn, Brookfield
(36-5)</b> vs. Kyler Simon, Lathrop (19-15)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Laramie Fenimore,
Gallatin (17-17) </b>vs. Conner Menke, Lawson (34-9)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">150 – <b>Carter Harms, Maysville
(31-15) </b>vs. Louis Suddarth, Centralia (36-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Connor Quinn, Marceline
(41-4) </b>vs. Gabe Harris, Summit Christian (40-10)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Ethan Smith, South
Harrison (31-15)</b> vs. Trae Griffiths, Missouri Military Academy (39-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">157 – <b>Cooper Ray, Maysville
(16-15)</b> vs. Rex Bryson, Centralia (38-1)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Jagger Sportsman,
Marceline (35-8)</b> vs. Ethan Munford, South Callaway (31-12)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">165 – <b>Brendan Barton, Maysville
(25-7) </b>vs. Daniel Rodriguez-Martinez, Gateway Science (22-15)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – <b>Gunner Evans, Marceline
(33-12)</b> vs. Dakota Cobb, Summit Christian (35-10)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – <b>Logan Wilson, Trenton
(28-17) </b>vs. Ty Ward, St. Pius X (Kansas City) (28-17)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">175 – <b>Sammie Litherbury, East
Atchison (23-12)</b> vs. Isaac Kaufman, Macon (33-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Devan Parn, Brookfield
(29-0)</b> vs. Kendal King, Diamond (19-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Hunter Harris, Polo (27-10)
</b>vs. Eli Ferrell, Sherwood (35-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">190 – <b>Mayson Edwards, South
Harrison (31-10) </b>vs. Zion Burrage, St. Mary’s South Side (27-9)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Scout Gooch, Marceline (34-10)</b>
vs. Derron Perkins, St. Mary’s South Side (44-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Max Heintz, Maysville
(37-8) </b>vs. Brayden Clement, Diamond (26-8)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">215 – <b>Crae Coffey, South
Harrison (37-8) </b>vs. Wyatt Burks, Versailles (32-12)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Gavin Cagle, Trenton (23-13)
</b>vs. Korey Phillips, Lift for Life (22-13)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jackson Wattenbarger,
Brookfield (26-19)</b> vs. Bryce Gray, Cardinal Ritter (24-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Jarrett Eivins, South
Harrison (35-9)</b> vs. Aiden Christian, Holden (36-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">285 – <b>Ryder Herron, Rock Port
(31-8)</b> vs. William Brown, Adrian (24-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><u>Girls First Round<o:p></o:p></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – <b>Raylee King, Brookfield
(31-13)</b> vs. Ellie Douglas, Sikeston (28-9)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – <b>Alyssa Hicks, Marceline
(11-20) </b>vs. Mya Hairston, Festus (29-2)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">100 – <b>Jaylynn Garst, Rock Port
(42-2)</b> vs. Bianca Dockery, Marshfield (34-13)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – <b>Madison Teeter, Marceline
(20-8)</b> vs. Lillian McCleary, Lone Jack (42-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">105 – <b>Norah Watkins, Rock Port
(32-3) </b>vs. Camryn Wingate, California (40-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">110 – <b>Jayden Keller, Brookfield
(39-1)</b> vs. Kate Van Zee, Westminster Christian (16-3)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">120 – <b>Brooklyn Wennihan, East
Atchison (26-3) </b>vs. Callie Bergthold, Southern Boone (26-4)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">125 – <b>Emma Teten, Rock Port (39-7)</b>
vs. Zoe Fisher, Pacific (34-5)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">130 – <b>Kaecen Brown, Brookfield
(31-16)</b> vs. Noellie Parrot, Smithville (39-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Riley Howell, Brookfield
(38-3)</b> vs. Kimarhri Wilkins, Sikeston (37-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">140 – <b>Payton Weese, Marceline
(29-3</b>)<b> </b>vs. Dani Gullet, Festus (33-8)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – <b>Avery Clark, Trenton (24-9)
</b>vs. Alleigh Culley, Hillsboro (34-13)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">145 – <b>Jada Taylor, Marceline
(15-7)</b> vs. Launa Cantrell, Potosi (26-11)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Mya Sackrey, Brookfield
(11-1)</b> vs. Maria Schatzl, Sullivan (33-12)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">155 – <b>Karydon Jones, Gallatin
(21-4)</b> vs. Ella Heathman, Nevada (42-10)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – <b>Lilly Lindsay, Brookfield
(30-7)</b> vs. Isabella Whitlock, Marshfield (41-8)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">170 – <b>Abigail Parker, Gallatin
(21-5)</b> vs. Bailee Dare, Owensville (38-7)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – <b>Miah Parker, Gallatin
(21-5)</b> vs. Ashley Hansen, Windsor (Imperial) (15-12)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">235 – <b>Aly Wooten, East Atchison
(26-6)</b> vs. Ella Mitchem, Central (Park Hills) (26-13)<o:p></o:p></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-31377406597245007512024-02-01T18:22:00.000-08:002024-02-01T18:22:14.031-08:00GRC West Wrestling awards Boys and Girls Championships<p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p>The GRC West held its first Wrestling Championships on Thursday, January 25. Rock Port and East Atchison joined GRC West members Albany, Stanberry, and North Andrew at the tournament.</p>
<div><p><b>Boys Individual Champions</b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>106 - Vincent Smithson, Stanberry</li><li>113 - Orrin Ellis, Albany</li><li>120 - Evean Cooley, Stanberry</li><li>126 - Augustus Heintz, Rock Port</li><li>132 - Trevor Akins, Albany</li><li>138 - Kendan Melton, Rock Port</li><li>144 - Linkin Murry, East Atchison</li><li>150 - Reagan Heyde, Stanberry</li><li>157 - Jax Henderson, Albany</li><li>175 - Gabriel Gebhards, Rock Port</li><li>215 - Bryce Martin, Albany</li><li>285 - Ryder Herron, Rock Port</li></ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf5r4sqxkZ8geQj7TaUBFQAzEXefe4x7IeeC6phZawMjlmjyFtFjGzKpFokEkQleBUWWXpaUhAwv09h92yNvqSBHnwugJ7MS0dVOYGIZ1cp-PdZUrfBN3HM8FVy1hb-P8jpb6ccD4hyKSJzXgt-jjlSqbrBVc0Q9A2LZW18VM7MycIzy4KLnuAlJHfGd8/s1083/GRC%20West%20Boys.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="866" data-original-width="1083" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf5r4sqxkZ8geQj7TaUBFQAzEXefe4x7IeeC6phZawMjlmjyFtFjGzKpFokEkQleBUWWXpaUhAwv09h92yNvqSBHnwugJ7MS0dVOYGIZ1cp-PdZUrfBN3HM8FVy1hb-P8jpb6ccD4hyKSJzXgt-jjlSqbrBVc0Q9A2LZW18VM7MycIzy4KLnuAlJHfGd8/s320/GRC%20West%20Boys.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><b>Girls Individual Champions</b></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>100 - Jaylynn Garst, Rock Port</li><li>105 - Norah Watkins, Rock Port</li><li>110 - Brylea Shrader, Rock Port</li><li>115 - Dylan Drummond, East Atchison</li><li>120 - Brooklyn Wenniham, East Atchison</li><li>125 - Emma Teten, Rock Port</li><li>190 - Keeleigh Fish, Albany</li><li>235 - Aly Wooten, East Atchison</li></ul><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8aJlqZf6DRjz9Qo0jx62B3B1cQcOCYg4Zwuk4QlbT2arRyu_LJpjqf9byhDeQbOT_zgSJX4UGMDVYNJp7i0R_SNg_zSLP-aZouhd0qsjjFxwc9-k21_rQpiyBtP28XodGAmwduzEabMDCxf837HYtpValmD_i0jiWCZYaHMoOatND1X6MnOanDpmudiE/s1082/GRC%20West%20Girls.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="872" data-original-width="1082" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8aJlqZf6DRjz9Qo0jx62B3B1cQcOCYg4Zwuk4QlbT2arRyu_LJpjqf9byhDeQbOT_zgSJX4UGMDVYNJp7i0R_SNg_zSLP-aZouhd0qsjjFxwc9-k21_rQpiyBtP28XodGAmwduzEabMDCxf837HYtpValmD_i0jiWCZYaHMoOatND1X6MnOanDpmudiE/s320/GRC%20West%20Girls.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><i>Photos courtesy of Brent Johnson</i><br /><br /><div><br /></div></div><p></p>
</div>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-42321095886172579112024-01-26T15:54:00.000-08:002024-01-26T17:33:12.323-08:00Brookfield Boys and Girls capture their first GRC Wrestling Championships<p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p>Brookfield and Marceline will be joining the GRC as full members next season. However, since neither had wrestling as a conference sport, they were invited to the GRC Wrestling Meet a year earlier. They took full advantage of the opportunity, with Brookfield winning both the Boys and Girls championships and Marceline finishing second in both.</p><p>Here are the final standings for both:</p><p><b>Boys</b></p><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Brookfield 285</li><li>Marceline 253</li><li>Maysville 241</li><li>South Harrison 235</li><li>Trenton 188</li><li>Gallatin 58</li><li>Polo 42</li></ol><p></p><p><b>Girls</b></p><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Brookfield 192</li><li>Marceline 183</li><li>Gallatin 124</li><li>Polo 82</li><li>South Harrison 46</li><li>Trenton 35</li><li>Maysville 22</li></ol><p></p><p>Brookfield posted the following graphic on their Facebook page celebrating their titles.</p>
<iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="647" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3Dpfbid02qh2mYJGS3Y4Tb3rHJfmr22qMpkATHGEaFYHYA7hWXvNicq8peubLZCALQm9E6otJl%26id%3D100065545778924&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe><div><p><b>Boys Individual Champions</b></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>106 - Eli Sperry, Gallatin</li><li>113 - Xavier Sada, Brookfield</li><li>120 - Cooper Houser, Trenton</li><li>126 - Ryder Techau, Brookfield</li><li>132 - Peyton Parn, Brookfield</li><li>138 - Andrew Griffin, Marceline</li><li>144 - Draken Bennett, Maysville</li><li>150 - Colton Parn, Brookfield</li><li>157 - Conner Quinn, Marceline</li><li>165 - Jagger Sportsman, Marceline</li><li>175 - Gunner Evans, Marceline</li><li>190 - Devan Parn, Brookfield</li><li>215 - Max Heintz, Maysville</li><li>285 - Jarrett Eivins, South Harrison </li></ul><div><b>Girls Individual Champions</b></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>100 - Raylee King, Brookfield</li><li>105 - Olivia Schweizer, Gallatin</li><li>110 - Jayden Keller, Brookfield</li><li>115 - Jenna Keller, Brookfield</li><li>120 - Alex Endicott, Gallatin</li><li>125 - Hadlye Sackrey, Brookfield</li><li>130 - Kaecen Brown, Brookfield</li><li>135 - Charlize Lodder, Marceline</li><li>140 - Payton Weese, Marceline</li><li>145 - Avery Clark, Trenton</li><li>155 - Mya Florine, Marceline</li><li>170 - Lilly Lindsay, Brookfield</li><li>190 - Molly Sportsman, Marceline</li><li>235 - Miah Parker, Gallatin</li></ul><div>Here are photos of the medalists, courtesy of Erik Zug.</div></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Boys 1st Team</b></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9nt6BEBqSs18F8Ild9lqY9uc6_MC_sqe1a2H5nzEf3g08Qsjpwo1fdwXjdsjpmxFumeYsdgy6uTX-XwcnaS3BXpZlhGKgJl76urYXkEvwhAvB-CPpzAiCUBThJVsph-xqSAPSirg92Vg8jUtjgThqSXv3bFJIpSCpx2UVlJACK5sB8XgOcgOPJHBrUZI/s3024/Boys%201st%20Team.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1678" data-original-width="3024" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9nt6BEBqSs18F8Ild9lqY9uc6_MC_sqe1a2H5nzEf3g08Qsjpwo1fdwXjdsjpmxFumeYsdgy6uTX-XwcnaS3BXpZlhGKgJl76urYXkEvwhAvB-CPpzAiCUBThJVsph-xqSAPSirg92Vg8jUtjgThqSXv3bFJIpSCpx2UVlJACK5sB8XgOcgOPJHBrUZI/s320/Boys%201st%20Team.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Girls 1st Team</b></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY-tpiBsagjGkeNBD_vW7jUhtdUtgh8ERv7Q1aFYtrD1wew4N1xwkytreNr0RnfeVamjvkWvWeQp_u-DZjCxkg2LZ12HsqakHm5U6weFN5Dqa4oj7jS74EtctX9Tss7XYDRzMmLixcQFPDiLE-nFs3DnV8fZAvGCqV9K_A799ucgTDvXJnrMzK-I2gd1Y/s3468/Girls%201st%20Team.jpg" style="font-weight: 700; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2459" data-original-width="3468" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY-tpiBsagjGkeNBD_vW7jUhtdUtgh8ERv7Q1aFYtrD1wew4N1xwkytreNr0RnfeVamjvkWvWeQp_u-DZjCxkg2LZ12HsqakHm5U6weFN5Dqa4oj7jS74EtctX9Tss7XYDRzMmLixcQFPDiLE-nFs3DnV8fZAvGCqV9K_A799ucgTDvXJnrMzK-I2gd1Y/s320/Girls%201st%20Team.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Boys 2nd Team</b></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs2AJIzZ_WJClvm-0_lGFJBFHE4DhN2g4M1ZJhtjj4_af6SDr2sHxRPw5nvSX4DVKHnq0jW6Le7FKvQ3lQxagGQaY7_JBUFEvUtTz07gBIAEY4nRlubbNEQC7bX8Y9H-eOgoLpjoqotlHt6bMLgbCDWyTmxuAekKhyc2Pm4QwpsSnZ-6oOYl0USCD0Vec/s2669/Boys%202nd%20Team.jpg" style="font-weight: bold; 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<p>As GRC and GRC West players surpass the 1000-point (and other milestones) this season, this blog will share photos of their milestones.</p><p><b>Tyler New, Worth County (1500 points)</b></p><p>Tyler New passed the 1500-point milestone during districts</p>
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<p><b>Annabelle Ball, Gallatin</b></p><p>Annabelle Ball passed the 1000-point milestone on February 15, 2024 against Stanberry</p>
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<p><b>Chloe Burnham, St. Joseph Christian (1500 points)</b></p><p>Chloe Burnham passed the 1500-point milestone on February 9, 2024 against North Andrew.</p>
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<p><b>Mirena King, Trenton</b></p><p>Mirena King passed the 1000-point milestone on February 9, 2024 against Milan.</p>
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<p><b>Katelyn Jones, Pattonsburg</b></p>
<p>Katelyn Jones passed the 1000-point milestone on February 2, 2024 against King City.</p>
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<p><b>Maverick Gentry, Polo</b></p><p>Maverick Gentry passed the 1000-point milestone on February 2, 2024 against Braymer. I will post pictures of him when I get them.</p>
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<p><b>Talan Holt, Princeton (1500 points)</b></p><p>Talan Holt passed the 1500-point milestone on January 30, 2024 against Stanberry.</p>
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<p><b>Ahmet Niasse, Milan</b></p><p>Ahmet Niasse passed the 1000-point milestone on January 29, 2024 against Grundy County.</p>
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<p><b>Addy Henke, Princeton (1500 points)</b></p><p>Addy Henke passed the 1500-point milestone on January 22, 2024 against North Harrison</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIKf0H_GPzPv0GWmMRupPzyFtMmWKq73mRVo0e1-QK9hj9ea2DQHZhICS0gOV2XdroG7a_XfTM6kaMpoA0LH_BaQeXak_j46yU2OD3jrwsjqHWCoPFB-oJuYRYGtMjmeXb2FEBfQU_eFsJRGB6niwS7XRHIW1EGB0dMbY6n-RqaUhs1gNesomhBNJaXiY/s1124/Addy%20Henke%201500.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1124" data-original-width="843" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIKf0H_GPzPv0GWmMRupPzyFtMmWKq73mRVo0e1-QK9hj9ea2DQHZhICS0gOV2XdroG7a_XfTM6kaMpoA0LH_BaQeXak_j46yU2OD3jrwsjqHWCoPFB-oJuYRYGtMjmeXb2FEBfQU_eFsJRGB6niwS7XRHIW1EGB0dMbY6n-RqaUhs1gNesomhBNJaXiY/s320/Addy%20Henke%201500.jpg" width="240" /></a></p><i>Photo Courtesy of Princeton R-V School District Facebook Page</i><br /><p><br /></p><p><b>Hanna Vaught, Polo</b></p><p>Hanna Vaught passed the 1000-point milestone on January 22, 2024 against Mid-Buchanan</p>
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<p><b>Zoe Tunks, King City</b></p><p>Zoe Tunks passed the 1000-point milestone on January 11, 2024 against Stanberry.</p>
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<p><b>Kobyn Metzger, Maysville</b></p><p>Kobyn Metzger passed the 1000-point milestone on January 11, 2024 against East Harrison.</p>
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<p><b>Amelia Wallace, Stanberry</b></p><p>Amelia Wallace passed the 1000-point milestone on January 10, 2024 against North Nodaway.</p>
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<p><b>Dillon Willis, Maysville</b></p><p>Dillon Willis passed the 1000-point milestone on January 6, 2024 against Trenton.</p>
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<p><b>Kiefer Tolson, Trenton</b></p><p>Kiefer Tolson passed the 1000-point milestone on December 18, 2023 against Brookfield</p>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Tonight Junior Kiefer Tolson went over 1000 points at NCMC holiday hoops. Congratulations Kiefer <a href="https://t.co/mb1dyWxjo6">pic.twitter.com/mb1dyWxjo6</a></p>— Trenton Bulldogs (@TrentonBulldogs) <a href="https://twitter.com/TrentonBulldogs/status/1736963121812500765?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>
<p><b>Gage Iddings, Pattonsburg</b></p>
<p>Gage Iddings passed the 1000-point milestone on December 15, 2023 against North Harrison.</p>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Pattonsburg Panther senior Gage Iddings hits a three point shot to join the 1000 point club! <a href="https://t.co/XVesWOrG4Z">pic.twitter.com/XVesWOrG4Z</a></p>— Brent Jones (@BrentJo96789496) <a href="https://twitter.com/BrentJo96789496/status/1735850553731686735?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>
<p><b>Hannah Carter, South Harrison (1000 rebounds)</b></p><p>Hannah Carter had already passed the 1000-point milestone before this season, but on December 12, 2023, she passed 1000 rebounds in her career.</p>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hannahbcarter24?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hannahbcarter24</a> reaches the 1000 mark for career rebounds!<br /><br />1000 points ✔️ <br />1000 rebounds ✔️ <a href="https://t.co/P0xdw2jGSu">pic.twitter.com/P0xdw2jGSu</a></p>— Brian Carter (@5o2Medic) <a href="https://twitter.com/5o2Medic/status/1734746731206586743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 13, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>
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<p><b>Owen Ream, Putnam County</b></p><p>The first player to pass the 1000-point milestone was Owen Ream of Putnam County on December 5, 2023 against Novinger.</p>
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<a href="https://evercarepharmacy.org/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2653" data-original-width="3703" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbqNc8CLgagC45urvmSRjOzZar12D_oXtWumAeatvHVk5B3uc0pYdomyNSDFYt_KOCAu_8nTcRLbfsVaFa0nVNLNI75OP8K82ypxRaI-RaZKjsc9drbKHvqf2SaxxYtEHJODyjqsChsVluSosRSAwrOVa9ES4Ko3UMwdHa49yiyi4dv1sDe-e5Z9wfn8/w198-h141/EverCarePharmacy_2-color.jpg" width="198" /></a></p><p>St. Joseph Christian, Maysville and Putnam County Boys along with Gallatin and Milan Girls all captured Championships in various basketball tournaments this past week.</p><p><b>Gallatin Lady Bulldogs</b></p><p>The Gallatin Lady Bulldogs won the Gallatin Invitational Tournament for the first time since 2008 when they defeated #2 seed Trenton 45-35 in the Championship game. Gallatin fell behind 20-11 at the half, but a strong second half propelled them to the title in front of their home crowd. They were led by Kallie Salmon who matched her career high with 22 points, but 14 of her 22 were in a crucial 4th quarter in which Gallatin outscored Trenton 17-6. Annabelle Ball also added 14 for the Lady Bulldogs.</p><p>Gallatin entered the tournament as the #4 seed. The defeated #5 seed Gilman City 54-42 and #1 seed Polo 45-37 to earn a berth in the championship game. Gallatin is now 4-1 and will host Savannah on Friday in their next game.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU-Ma6BweMEYgVHuLVFnQ2jheLC_I6FeNO7J3W1MBfqNK9VnVdrRirQHJynuxns1VK7uh5w-nrRDexLyPdRfGvBUvvfDTDfFwJGk12ljy4SevOF1C7suiA7whz4ZiE7sVihuW49I6Kp-MUK-yjsCsv4L0Thq80fHHhM5rzvHwKyZSUOxeLZJztYq-reb4/s1085/IMG_4009.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="711" data-original-width="1085" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU-Ma6BweMEYgVHuLVFnQ2jheLC_I6FeNO7J3W1MBfqNK9VnVdrRirQHJynuxns1VK7uh5w-nrRDexLyPdRfGvBUvvfDTDfFwJGk12ljy4SevOF1C7suiA7whz4ZiE7sVihuW49I6Kp-MUK-yjsCsv4L0Thq80fHHhM5rzvHwKyZSUOxeLZJztYq-reb4/s320/IMG_4009.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><i>Photo courtesy of Kimberly Borges via Facebook</i><div><br /></div><div><b>Maysville Wolverines</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>The Maysville Wolverines captured their first Gallatin Invitational Tournament title since 1977 in a 59-52 win over the #2 seed Braymer Bobcats. Maysville trailed 44-43 after three quarters, but a strong 4th quarter helped secure the victory. Dillon Willis had seven of his game-high 22 points in the 4th quarter. Tanner Evans scored15 points and Kayden Gabbard added 11 for Maysville.</div><div><br /></div><div>The top-seeded Wolverines defeated #8 seed Gilman City 76-44 and #4 seed Trenton 69-43 to advance to the championship game. Maysville is now 3-0 and will travel to Albany on Tuesday for their next game.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2jOQ6Q9LEFk_1sSl4wYicZMPeUhDJ69zM_INAO0k4VjBraHDA5cUc1jsdo_I0Hfh6YBCTgo5If6RyxpEewIHPPRS_BnMfwE7NEakaUBDqJDknt0ZBlzC0i_LLGKBpl-ut5i8agKYwcTYbKJJX82zmPNUebuLTZKj3CIT7S-h69J9091UnD_fV2vxozso/s1242/IMG_4008.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="618" data-original-width="1242" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2jOQ6Q9LEFk_1sSl4wYicZMPeUhDJ69zM_INAO0k4VjBraHDA5cUc1jsdo_I0Hfh6YBCTgo5If6RyxpEewIHPPRS_BnMfwE7NEakaUBDqJDknt0ZBlzC0i_LLGKBpl-ut5i8agKYwcTYbKJJX82zmPNUebuLTZKj3CIT7S-h69J9091UnD_fV2vxozso/s320/IMG_4008.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div><p><i>Photo courtesy of Maysville R-1 School District Facebook Page</i></p><p><b>Milan Lady Cats</b></p><p>The Milan Lady Cats are champions of the Tri-Rivers Classic for the first time since 2020. They captured the championship with a 47-33 win over #1 seed North Shelby. Amy Pickering had a career-high 22 points in the championship game. Marian Dabney added 12 points for the Lady Cats.</p><p>Milan was the #3 seed in the tournament and defeated #6 seed Scotland County 61-31 and #7 Clark County 50-36 to earn the shot at the title. The Lady Cats are now 4-0 and will host Brookfield in their home opener on Tuesday.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7T4SZAlMO9jRj7vYYddGwzf3lY8S1KYDMZX3791f_cDb-qYwmxJoSEe96uPoeUh4fKBFJ4AB5UQTgQlgFs4vJpSg5-M0liwxjLn-MKvroAAOgHEFfrkFpRChSWiJwIprm3I29Ogu9u_ABbro0b5htrge8DJ0gvzsipg5ruiHK9vVC3ym6Cf7Ez99IAU4/s530/IMG_4010_1.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="351" data-original-width="530" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7T4SZAlMO9jRj7vYYddGwzf3lY8S1KYDMZX3791f_cDb-qYwmxJoSEe96uPoeUh4fKBFJ4AB5UQTgQlgFs4vJpSg5-M0liwxjLn-MKvroAAOgHEFfrkFpRChSWiJwIprm3I29Ogu9u_ABbro0b5htrge8DJ0gvzsipg5ruiHK9vVC3ym6Cf7Ez99IAU4/s320/IMG_4010_1.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><p><i>Photo courtesy of Milan Athletic Booster Club Facebook Page</i></p><p><b>Putnam County Midgets</b></p><p>The Putnam County Midgets are champions of the Tri-Rivers Classic for the 3rd consecutive year. This year's championship was a 59-54 victory over #1 seed Schuyler County in overtime. The Midgets had four players in double figures led by Mason Morris's 17 points, which are his most as a Midget. Owen Ream added 13, Trace Riediger had 12 and Carter Simmons had 11 points. Riediger also had a double-double in every game earning him tournament MVP honors.</p><p>Third-seeded Putnam County defeated #6 Clark County 67-38 and #2 Milan 71-46 to advance to the championship game. The Midgets are now 4-0 and will host Novinger in their home opener on Tuesday.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Lpu8VslByG1M-vXzU4EU9Suvz11IT2o-u_jUszr9WncATiu11NB-E104nVznm62DALx-UIsw4mK69aXF0IlVXIxCEdrRhlKboUnV5Di-IKOt6PTre8L6mgrmL-cHCtnb9IT-C50vLhhQ1SPc-aaYfxrthpPCrVemm0XzfJF2UgN7Bm2ZZcXnbJuYERM/s2048/IMG_4014.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Lpu8VslByG1M-vXzU4EU9Suvz11IT2o-u_jUszr9WncATiu11NB-E104nVznm62DALx-UIsw4mK69aXF0IlVXIxCEdrRhlKboUnV5Di-IKOt6PTre8L6mgrmL-cHCtnb9IT-C50vLhhQ1SPc-aaYfxrthpPCrVemm0XzfJF2UgN7Bm2ZZcXnbJuYERM/s320/IMG_4014.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><p><i>Photo courtesy of Putnam County Athletics Facebook Page</i></p><p><b>St. Joseph Christian Lions</b></p><p>The St. Joseph Christian Lions captured their first Platte Valley Invitational championship since 2020 when they defeated #4 seed North Nodaway 75-51 at Bearcat Arena. Nick Orscheln led the Lions with 23 points. Johnston Stewart added 21 points, and Cy Carlson scored 14. The Lions were active from the outside during the entire tournament, connecting on 35 three-point field goals in the three games.</p><p>St. Joseph Christian entered the tournament as the #2 seed and defeated #6 Union Star 87-10 and #3 Stewartsville-Osborn 75-72 to earn a berth in the championship. The game against Stewartsville-Osborn was won on a three-pointer by Johnston Stewart at the buzzer in overtime. The Lions are now 4-0 and will host Bishop LeBlond on Tuesday.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3dr3RcHsa_92bVyn_2FeDr4Bd31J81mT2I9okxXJWQ3CF7UwV7p4r7JPfV9NFh4V4hue02ykpGpzCBXckoebNnHvBJqm3acDaHdNtntwdRRe_fLqtZfYog-k5cbX2zuNLAsGVy0vucQ9bWCmLVng1FS_b9hX8xnIU0CGXcNxRiT-yynVoVs9AIc0iVHU/s2048/IMG_4007.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3dr3RcHsa_92bVyn_2FeDr4Bd31J81mT2I9okxXJWQ3CF7UwV7p4r7JPfV9NFh4V4hue02ykpGpzCBXckoebNnHvBJqm3acDaHdNtntwdRRe_fLqtZfYog-k5cbX2zuNLAsGVy0vucQ9bWCmLVng1FS_b9hX8xnIU0CGXcNxRiT-yynVoVs9AIc0iVHU/s320/IMG_4007.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><p><i>Photo courtesy of St. Joseph Christian Athletics Facebook Page</i></p><br /><p><br /></p><br /><p><br /></p>
</div>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-90601479444356555942023-11-15T16:55:00.000-08:002023-11-16T14:28:41.036-08:00GRC West Girls Basketball 2023-24 Season Preview<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<a href="https://evercarepharmacy.org/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2653" data-original-width="3703" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbqNc8CLgagC45urvmSRjOzZar12D_oXtWumAeatvHVk5B3uc0pYdomyNSDFYt_KOCAu_8nTcRLbfsVaFa0nVNLNI75OP8K82ypxRaI-RaZKjsc9drbKHvqf2SaxxYtEHJODyjqsChsVluSosRSAwrOVa9ES4Ko3UMwdHa49yiyi4dv1sDe-e5Z9wfn8/w198-h141/EverCarePharmacy_2-color.jpg" width="198" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal">St. Joseph Christian girls are the coaches’ selection to win
the GRC West Girls Basketball Championship for the 2023-24 season. Last season, they finished 3<sup>rd</sup>
after winning the GRC West in 2021-22. The
Lions captured six first-place votes.
Defending GRC West Champion King City received two first-place votes and
is picked to finish second. A newcomer
to the GRC West, Princeton, received one first-place vote and was picked to
finish third.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivSLcGmuBx1zVjkOEu1t7q9l6eh9Whd6fb9Ay7BS9YtBDEWl9pkyD3er4mI7i871oK4OnFjH6FRIG7UbXpclwk5-5rpZYyekNwanUBWq9Jq9vujwmYppfwPMWQfn57m8UwqKdRoZizzZqw940qYvuQKia1oK4z5QUOmCxfKyzZPStxbhxzGgdIZcTu8ok/s257/2023-24%20GRC%20West%20Girls%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="257" data-original-width="216" height="257" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivSLcGmuBx1zVjkOEu1t7q9l6eh9Whd6fb9Ay7BS9YtBDEWl9pkyD3er4mI7i871oK4OnFjH6FRIG7UbXpclwk5-5rpZYyekNwanUBWq9Jq9vujwmYppfwPMWQfn57m8UwqKdRoZizzZqw940qYvuQKia1oK4z5QUOmCxfKyzZPStxbhxzGgdIZcTu8ok/s1600/2023-24%20GRC%20West%20Girls%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" width="216" /></a><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>St. Joseph Christian<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">For most teams, a 20-win season would have been a
success. However, the St. Joseph
Christian Lions did not meet expectations last year. After coming off of a GRC West and District
Championship the year before, the Lions finished 4-3 in conference play (20-7
overall) and lost in the District Semifinals to Bishop LeBlond.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Although St. Joseph Christian did lose Forward Ella Bowman
(1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference) to graduation, they return a core group of
players led by Chloe Burnham (1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, 1<sup>st</sup>
Team All-City, All-Area). Chloe averaged
21.9 ppg last year, trailing only Addy Henke of Princeton as the top returning
scorer in the GRC West. She also had 6.5
rebounds, 5.8 assists and 4.8 steals per game.
Other starters returning for the Lions are seniors Jaci Jorgensen (6.7
ppg, 4.2 rpg), Danika Wattenbarger (6.1 ppg), and Maya Freudenthal (6.1 ppg,
35% 3-pt shooter).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Senior Taylor Parmer, a key contributor off the bench, also
returns for the Lions along with junior Lexi McDaniel, whose season ended early
in the year with an injury against LeBlond.
Lexi will be starting at point guard for the Lions this year. Senior Genevieve McDowell is a newcomer to
the Lions. McDowell played for the St. Joseph Defenders homeschool team last
season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Erin Patrick said,
“Our expectations are very high.
We expect to compete for the GRC West championship, all three
tournaments (PVI, Fairfax, & North Platte) we participate in, and for a
District championship. We should be a
high-scoring and experienced team that will be competitive every night. We will have some more depth than we have in
the past. Our schedule is a little
unbalanced, with five early HOME games before Christmas break and only three
more HOME games after the break. We will
play one game at St. Joseph Civic Arena and Hy-Vee Arena.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>King City<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">King City Lady Wildkats had one of their most successful
seasons in school history last year.
They won the GRC West championship, won their own tournament, and
captured the District Championship. They
finished with a 23-6 record overall and 7-0 in conference. If they are to duplicate that success this
season, they will have to be able to find production to replace Taryn Hunter (1<sup>st</sup>
Team All-Conference, All-District).
Taryn was second on the team with 11.1 ppg. Kamdyn Carlson (2.1 ppg) also graduated for
the Lady Wildkats.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">King City has plenty of talent to make another run at a
title. Leading scorer Zoe Tunks (14.3
ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District, District Player of the
Year) will be back for her Senior year along with Senior Kaylee Roberts (2.9
ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference), Junior Clare Staley (5.7 ppg, Honorable
Mention All-Conference) and Tacee Catlett (3.9 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Ryan Anderson expects a handful of freshmen and
sophomores to compete for varsity minutes this season. He said, “I think we have the capabilities to
compete each night; even though we only graduated two seniors, our depth is my
biggest concern at this point. Hopefully, as the season goes on, we will be
able to define roles and rotations that give us the best chance to be
successful. I expect us to defend well and limit the other team's possessions
by taking care of the ball and not giving up offensive rebounds.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">We have a lot of experience returning this year, but we are
going to have to have our experience mesh with inexperienced players to create
the depth needed to compete in the GRC West. There are lots of good teams in
the conference, all capable of winning any given night.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Princeton<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Princeton Lady Tigers finished 15-12 and 4-3 in the GRC East
last season. They are moving to the GRC
West this year but will be facing a lot of familiar foes, having faced 6 of the
8 GRC West schools last season with a record of 6-4. They will have to replace Klaire Buckler (6.1
ppg) and MaKenzie Dunkin (2.9 ppg), but the conference leading scorer, Addy
Henke (24.2 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District), will be
returning for her Junior season. Also
returning will be Senior Grace Kelly (9.8 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team
All-Conference), Senior Gracie Allnutt (4.7 ppg), and Sophomore Audrey Kelly
(1.2 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">This year's newcomers for the Lady Tigers include Junior
Macey Lewis and a trio of Freshmen - Mikaylee Henke, Gracie Mitchell, and Kymber
Stark.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">New coach Mike Schmidli says, “It will take some time for
our young players to get acclimated with our returning players; however, as
that happens, I think we will become more and more competitive with the better
teams on our schedule.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>North Andrew<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">This season, leading scorer Junior Madison Lillard (9.9 ppg,
1st Team All-Conference, All-District) returns for the North Andrew Lady
Cardinals. Still, they will have to replace their next three highest scorers
from a team that finished 2<sup>nd</sup> in the GRC West last season (6-1 in
conference, 15-11 overall). <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Moving on are Cassidy Brittain (9.7 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team
All-Conference), Brylie Brincks (8.0 ppg 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference),
Riley Walker (6.9 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference), and Lily Smith (0.8
ppg). The Lady Cardinals will be relying
on Junior Ellie Lawrence, who sat out last season, and three players who played
primarily JV last season (Junior Piper Cook, Sophomore Teigan Miller, and
Sophomore Lillian Richardson) to step in and compete at the varsity level.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">New coach Connar Powers said, “For this year, my
expectations are mental toughness and a good attitude. We are learning as a
team and coaching staff, and my expectations for the girls will be to learn
with an open mind, hustle, and continue our work from the summer to toughen up
mentally.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Pattonsburg<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Pattonsburg finished last season 12-13 and 3-4 in conference,
finishing 4<sup>th</sup> in the GRC West.
They will return their top three scorers from last season, led by Junior
Katelyn Jones (20.5 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference). Senior Kelsey Crabtree (9.2 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup>
Team All-Conference) and Junior Kinsley Johnson (5.6 ppg, 6 rpg, 2 blocks per
game) will also return to the starting lineup.
Also returning will be two players who saw time coming off the bench
last season, Senior Jeighdynn Barraza and Sophomore Annabelle Gardner.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Lady Panthers will also have two freshmen guards, Jayden
Gobble and Addie Iddings, in the mix.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Lee Warford said, “We return our three best players from
last year, and we are bringing in two freshmen that should improve our team who
are both quick guards.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Stanberry<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Last season was an up-and-down year for Stanberry. They finished 13-14 and 3-4 in
conference. The season was highlighted
by a big win over St. Joseph Christian in a conference game and finishing 2-1
in all three tournaments they participated in.
<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Lady Bulldogs will be entering the 23-24 season having
to replace Kiley Mattson (5.6 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District) and Katie Angle (3.8 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference). But returning for the Lady Bulldogs will be
leading scorer Amelia Wallace (16.0 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District). Other returning players
for Stanberry include Lindsey Hailey (3.7 ppg), Trista Lager (3.6 ppg), and
Bella Wright (who missed last season due to an ACL injury).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Senior Katlyn James, Freshman Brooke Robinson, and Freshman
Josi Moffat are newcomers who expect to contribute.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Taylor Wendt says, “Our biggest goal is to improve
from day one to the end of the season. We want to be competitive in every game.
We may be low on numbers, but this group of girls enjoys winning and always puts
in the extra work to be successful, which makes them so much fun to coach. We
are looking forward to having a successful season this year. We want to be
playing for a trophy in every tournament and finish in the top half of the
conference.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Albany<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">After going winless and unable to field a team toward the
end of the 21-22 season, the Albany Lady Warrior's goal last season was to stay
healthy and be competitive. They
finished 5-20 and 2-5 in conference. They
look to improve on those marks this season as they return almost everyone from
the team that finished last season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Albany will be led by a senior class including Addisyn
Crawford (4.8 ppg), Abby Troncin (7.0 ppg), Brook Wink (4.0 ppg), Jasmin
Valderrama (0.4 ppg), and Jenna Smith (3.2 ppg). These girls have a big part in leadership
roles this year, on and off the court, to continue to help turn the program
around and get back to a winning culture.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Talented Sophomores Jordyn Sterkis (7.1 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup>
Team All-Conference) and Hayleigh Wink (3.6 ppg) also return for the Lady
Warriors. They both got a good chunk of
minutes as freshmen last year, and Coach Cody Weller believes they will keep improving. Junior Keylee Siddens (1.5 ppg) is also
returning.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Weller expects the freshman class to provide
much-needed depth that they struggled with last season. Whether the freshman will see varsity action
is still to be determined, but the competition they will provide the
upperclassmen in practice will help tremendously immediately.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">When asked about expectations, Coach Weller said, “My
expectations for this upcoming season are not really centered around a win/loss
goal but rather how we approach each day of practice and games. My expectation
for the year is that we come into each and every game and play with energy and
a purpose, and if we do that, the scoreboard should take care of itself.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Worth County<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Worth County Lady Tiger’s 8-win season was a 6-game
improvement from the previous season as they finished 8-17 overall and 3-4 in
conference. If they are to make a
similar jump this season, they will have to replace six seniors who graduated
from last season’s team. Top players who
will be missed include Ali Brown (8.8 ppg, 7.0 rpg, Honorable Mention
All-Conference), Hailey Adwell (3.6 ppg), and Taylor Sanders (3.5 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The top returning players for Worth County are Senior Kynah
Steele (8.6 ppg, 10 rpg, 3 spg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference) and
Sophomore Rylee Ruckman (2.8 ppg), who was the primary ball handler last
season. Senior Autumn Cousatte (5.0 ppg)
will return from injury and play a key role at guard. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Top newcomers expected for the Lady Tigers include a trio of
Freshmen: Kristen Tracy, who will play post; Kambree Briner, who is a guard and
ball handler; and Keira Hardy, who will play guard.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Tiffany Bliley said, “We have nine girls on this
year's team, and I expect that you will see all nine of them in every
game. We are small in size, but I think
we will be able to use speed and aggressiveness to our advantage. I think we will come out in our games and be
able to compete against most teams. We
have a pretty solid core group of players that will lead this team well.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>North Harrison<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">North Harrison will rely on a mix of young players and
upperclassmen this season to continue improving. They will have to replace four seniors who
graduated last year: Leading Scorer Jayliegh Robins (10.0 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup>
Team All-Conference, All-District), Trendi Johnson (7.3 ppg), Halle Morgan (3.0
ppg), and Raelynn Estrada.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Senior Jaci Davis (4.7 ppg) and Junior Kira Robertson, a
defensive specialist, return for North Harrison along with Junior Cameron
Fordyce, who suffered a season-ending injury in early December last season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Newcomers who are expected to make an immediate impact are
Freshmen Lani Briggs and Jaxcyn Hansel.<o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Aaron Long said, “We were unsure we were going to have
enough participation to warrant a girls’ basketball team this season, but it
looks like I should be able to compete this year, barring any significant
injuries.”<o:p></o:p></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-89165140835755409032023-11-15T16:53:00.000-08:002023-11-16T14:28:53.669-08:00GRC West Boys Basketball 2023-24 Season Preview<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<a href="https://www.cintas.com/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="1906" height="101" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVVTt_lHVJzlnAb3at8iQvIXaCjKhvF5-tMwQh0gAEAcRV-x_x0TAouMRSPGmsd6WbQLnL0ZjGLz0u08mkfEt658VdpPE2l31NpgwMC4nHiqQKBk4aYOALOE2YKOrk2zda3wQ8bTDcy5hbLr-X4ed4rIY69AilwccBGqx2UuiPYWp3fVn71Ft50J6OFf4/w244-h101/Cintas.jpg" width="244" /></a>
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<a href="https://evercarepharmacy.org/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2653" data-original-width="3703" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbqNc8CLgagC45urvmSRjOzZar12D_oXtWumAeatvHVk5B3uc0pYdomyNSDFYt_KOCAu_8nTcRLbfsVaFa0nVNLNI75OP8K82ypxRaI-RaZKjsc9drbKHvqf2SaxxYtEHJODyjqsChsVluSosRSAwrOVa9ES4Ko3UMwdHa49yiyi4dv1sDe-e5Z9wfn8/w198-h141/EverCarePharmacy_2-color.jpg" width="198" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal">Princeton is the coaches’ pick to win the GRC West Boys
Basketball Championship for the 2023-24 season.
The Tigers received four first-place votes in their inaugural season in
the GRC West. St. Joseph Christian
received two first-place votes and was picked to finish second. Worth County also received two first-place
votes and was picked to finish third.
North Andrew received the last first-place vote.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiK65ZD-tpWEW91-1PSQ7HNtPxMAFssE9C7husp8FX994iv-_vKiCAu358pafGCtKtUZ72Zf-mr_1vwj-wVrrQ7V6q4n_PaGpFImnXQeyeWG4nihaVg1CztbuCX0jcQ9VvE9WFCeGR6rVMrBdNX-nS3QfeUdUFN8W56AAjhbYQuSPeR-N6qPB24CpeylA/s256/2023-24%20GRC%20West%20Boys%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="256" data-original-width="223" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiK65ZD-tpWEW91-1PSQ7HNtPxMAFssE9C7husp8FX994iv-_vKiCAu358pafGCtKtUZ72Zf-mr_1vwj-wVrrQ7V6q4n_PaGpFImnXQeyeWG4nihaVg1CztbuCX0jcQ9VvE9WFCeGR6rVMrBdNX-nS3QfeUdUFN8W56AAjhbYQuSPeR-N6qPB24CpeylA/s1600/2023-24%20GRC%20West%20Boys%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" width="223" /></a><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Princeton<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Princeton Tigers finished 16-9 and 4-3 in the GRC East last
season. They will move to the GRC West as
the favorites to win the conference this season. Last season, they faced 5 of the 8 GRC West
teams with a record of 6-1. The Tigers must replace Jaden Finney (10.2
ppg), but the team's core will return.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The top two leading scorers, Senior Talan Holt (20.4 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup>
Team All-Conference, All-District, KMZU Dream Team) and Junior Clay Evans (15.8
ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference, KMZU Dream Team), return along with Senior Kelby Thomas
(4.9 ppg), Junior Cooper Boxley (3.0 ppg), Junior Noel Schreffler (3.0 ppg),
and Junior Tyler Coffman (2.4 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Tigers have some incoming freshmen who have the
opportunity to be significant contributors in: Hunter Lowrey, Kash Holt,
Lincoln Berndt, and Chase Evans. Along
with the talent in the class, they also have some height.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Damon Collins said, “With bringing several players
back, including our leading scorers, I expect our team to be very competitive
this season. I think we will have a chance to play for championships in our
tournaments as well as compete for the GRC West title.” He added, “We would just like to thank our
fans for supporting our student-athletes through the good times and the bad. We
look forward to competing and growing as a team this season.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>St. Joseph Christian<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">St. Joseph Christian finished 5-2 in the conference but
struggled down the stretch, losing their last nine games to finish 11-15
overall last season. However, they
return the core of their team this season, hoping to improve on last season’s
mark. Returning starters for the Lions
are Juniors Nick Orscheln (13.1 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference), Johnston
Stewart (13.3 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference), Cy Carlson (14.1 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup>
Team All-Conference), Hayden Riley (9.7 ppg) and Vail Fruechting (7.4
ppg). Also returning will be Levi Miller
(4.6 ppg), Peyton Hausman (2.1 ppg), and Logan Hubble (0.7 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Neal Hook said, “We are typically the same team as
last season with the hopes that a year of experience will help us to be more
competitive.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Worth County<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Tyler New was the focal point for Worth County last season,
scoring over 50% of the team's points.
While New is expected to continue to be the leader, they will mix in a
talented class of freshmen. Along with
returning players, Worth County is expected to be a much deeper team that can
challenge for the GRC West title this season.
Entering his senior season, Tyler will be coming off of a season where
he scored 24.6 ppg and earned 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference and
All-District honors.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coming off a 9-17 season and 3-4 in conference, the Tigers hope
the newcomers can contribute immediately.
They will be replacing Levi Cassavaugh (5.6 ppg, Honorable Mention
All-Conference), Tanner Ridge (6.0 ppg), and Jon Galanakis (2.6 ppg). <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Returning players include Junior Karson Briner, Junior
Cannon Fletcher, Sophomore Brayden Stevens, and Sophomore Brayden Combs. They will be joined by a very talented freshman
class, including Hayden Stevens, Cole Ruby, Caleb New, Bo Collins, and Ethan Linniger.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Les New said, “Worth County boys will be a much deeper
team. Tyler New averaged 24 points a game last year. We will be adding three freshman guards,
Hayden Sanders, Cole Ruby, and Caleb New, who can shoot the 3-ball; also adding
two freshman posts, Bo Collins and Ethan Lininger, who will help Karson Briner
with Rebounding and post defense.
Brayden Stevens was hurt all last year as a freshman but will bring ball
handling and athleticism to our defense.
Cannon Fletcher gives us length on defense and another shooter. Brayden Combs, our 6th man last year as a
Freshman, brings experience. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Pattonsburg<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Pattonsburg Panthers had scoring threats throughout
their lineup, with their starting five scoring over 60 points per game. This season, the Panthers will have to
replace two players, Sam Coin (12.1 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District) and Maesen Weller (6.3 ppg).
But they return a very talented trio of Seniors in Gage Iddings (19.5
ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, District Player of the Year), Daltyn
Sperry (14.4 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District), and Landon Woodward (9.1 ppg, Honorable
Mention All-Conference).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Panthers are expected to be deeper this season, with the
following players getting significantly more playing time than last
season: Drayson McCrary, Duke Hoover,
Nash Hoover, Gavin Humphrey, and Collin Mason.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Bill Pottorff said, “I expect us to continue to play
hard for a full 32 minutes of basketball.
We have been working on our defense to become more sound. I think this group could have just as good a
record as last year, but we will have to be deeper as a team.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>North Andrew<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">North Andrew won the GRC West last season with a 7-0 record
and finished 17-8 overall. If they are
going to repeat this season, they will have to replace eight seniors led by
leading scorer Hayden Ecker (15.8 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District) along with Gunner Lawrence (11.3 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team
All-Conference, All-District), Collin Patterson (4.5 ppg, Honorable Mention
All-Conference), Jacob Chittum (2.0 ppg), Andrew Goff, Aiden Miller, Koven
Ehrhardt, Wyatt Pinion. In addition, the
Cardinals lost Blaise Patterson (1.8 ppg) to a season-ending injury during
football season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">This left the Cardinals with only two players with
significant varsity minutes from last season in Junior Braxon Linville (13.2
ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference) and Senior Trey McDaniel (5.8 ppg). Junior Avrey Miller, Sophomore Hunter Lee,
and Sophomore Mason Nester all played great at the JV level last season and
will be expected to step in and compete at the varsity level this year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Wade Bryson said, “Our expectations are always to
compete to the best of our ability. We graduated a lot of leadership,
production, size, and athleticism. Losing Blaise for the season hurts a lot, so
it will take some time for us to redefine who we are and what we do as a team.
We had a great summer, and we look to build off that. By February, we expect to be a team that could
have a chance against anyone.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>King City<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">King City will have to replace more scoring than any team in
the conference. Sophomore Ryder Sample
is the only player with any significant varsity playing time last season who is
returning. He averaged 3.0 points per
game, playing 13 minutes. Gone are seven
seniors – Hunter Moss (9.3 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference), Samuel Derks
(9.7 ppg), Landan Jackson (5.9 ppg), Ty Mooney (5.1 ppg), Chase Moss (4.9 ppg),
Hunter Hass (4.0 ppg), and Mason Kauffman (0.5 ppg) along with Blakely Eaton
(8.8 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District) who transferred.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">With Sample being the only player with significant varsity
time, the Wildkats will rely on a host of newcomers. They include Senior Brady Armfield, Sophomore
Graham Medsker, Sophomore Josiah Shellhorn, Sophomore Tucker Mollus, Sophomore Brody
Wall, Sophomore Cooper Mooney, Freshman Jonny Garlock, Freshman Coltin Potter,
and Freshman Cayden Wainscott.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Lane Schuman said, “It would be very difficult for me
to make a confident prediction on what our record will look like at the end of
this upcoming season. With very little returning varsity experience and an
average age of approximately 15 years old to start the season, we can expect a
lot of growing pains and learning experiences throughout the year. These young
guys have all had a great deal of individual and team success at every point of
their basketball careers leading up to this point. Now, it is on us to
establish our identity and grow into that over the next few years. I expect us
to come out and be competitive throughout the season.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>North Harrison<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">While North Harrison struggled in the conference last
season, they were able to win seven games, including going 2-1 in both the
South Harrison and Gilman City Tournaments.
They look to improve on that win total this year as they return most of
their team and add some additional talent.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Tyson Gibson (8.9 ppg) graduated, but the Shamrock’s leading
scorer, Senior Keygun Johnson (14.1 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference),
is returning along with Sophomore Ethan Henson (5.0 ppg) and Senior Jerry
Kilpatrick (7.1 ppg). Junior Owan
Roberson and Freshman Wyatt Maize are newcomers expected to play a significant
role.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">New coach Justin Joiner said, “To keep building off last
year. The kids made a lot of progress over the summer. We return everyone
except Tyson Gibson. Owan Roberson is eligible this season, and we have three
incoming freshmen. The kids have been
working hard these 1st two weeks. I'm excited to get the season started.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Stanberry<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">After finishing 2<sup>nd</sup> in the state the season
before, Stanberry struggled last season, winning just four games overall. They took another hit when their leading
scorer, Senior Colby McQuinn (16.7 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District), suffered a season-ending injury during football season. They will also have to replace their
second-leading scorer, Adam Jensen (9.6 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference),
who graduated. Taking on the task of
leading the Bulldogs this year will be Junior Colby McQueen (7.3 ppg, Honorable
Mention All-Conference), Junior Calvin Smithson (3.1 ppg), and Senior Kolton
Dias (2.1 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Newcomers expected to get significant playing time are
Jordyn Wright, Decker Heyde, and Jaren Stoll.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Nick Groomer said, “We planned on competing in the top
half of the conference before Colby got hurt. We are trying to be competitive every time we
play.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Albany<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">For Albany, replacing the conference’s leading scorer will
not be easy. Kemper Cline (28.2 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup>
Team All-Conference) will leave a big hole for the Warriors this season. Also gone from the Warriors will be Sam
Stamper (3.3 ppg) and Troy Popplewell (2.1 ppg), who was injured much of last
season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Returning for Albany will be Senior Timothy Poppa (7.9 ppg),
Senior Kole Emerson (3.5 ppg), Junior Seth Miller (0.6 ppg), Junior Chase Cline
(3.8 ppg), and Sophomore Daulton Worrell (1.4 ppg). All five of them started at some point last
season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Newcomers and players expected to see more time are Junior Keghan
Schaefer, Junior Kyle Emerson, Sophomore Jace Palmer, Sophomore Shae Miller, and
Freshman Jarrett Smith.<o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Jeffrey Epperly said, “We will miss Kemper Cline's
presence on the defensive end as well as his ability to create on the offensive
end. We look forward to playing a more team-oriented
style of basketball as we search for and develop leaders on and off the court.”<o:p></o:p></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-38640677571719983522023-11-15T16:52:00.000-08:002023-11-15T16:56:24.383-08:00GRC Girls Basketball 2023-24 Season Preview<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<a href="https://www.cintas.com/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="1906" height="101" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVVTt_lHVJzlnAb3at8iQvIXaCjKhvF5-tMwQh0gAEAcRV-x_x0TAouMRSPGmsd6WbQLnL0ZjGLz0u08mkfEt658VdpPE2l31NpgwMC4nHiqQKBk4aYOALOE2YKOrk2zda3wQ8bTDcy5hbLr-X4ed4rIY69AilwccBGqx2UuiPYWp3fVn71Ft50J6OFf4/w244-h101/Cintas.jpg" width="244" /></a>
<a href="http://www.greenhillsins.com" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3415" data-original-width="4995" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjBEPpAavuOXMLi6LgBpVUHN5qGgUopsYetxL-T0rXie8u1ho7CyQwiMlvkn6MYZZ5tj_BWgu1tt40-JRBtm9Hnf615M7vHFZnAhQ3y7_AvfWnBWwx9n1Sqj3d4AfxjMrfOlgQzJLrj8_CmWm1qgg7GCB4HCgKsW8I8iQSuCCKjqCllSXQBqukZ3X4aps/w235-h161/Green_Hills.jpg" width="235" /></a>
<a href="https://evercarepharmacy.org/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2653" data-original-width="3703" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvbqNc8CLgagC45urvmSRjOzZar12D_oXtWumAeatvHVk5B3uc0pYdomyNSDFYt_KOCAu_8nTcRLbfsVaFa0nVNLNI75OP8K82ypxRaI-RaZKjsc9drbKHvqf2SaxxYtEHJODyjqsChsVluSosRSAwrOVa9ES4Ko3UMwdHa49yiyi4dv1sDe-e5Z9wfn8/w198-h141/EverCarePharmacy_2-color.jpg" width="198" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal">Defending GRC Champion South Harrison received six
first-place votes and is the coaches’ pick to win the GRC Girls Basketball
Championship for the 2023-24 season.
Polo received the only other first-place vote and was picked
second. Trenton was picked third by the
coaches.<o:p></o:p></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcw8zd0JliQpqzwfmrLubzclPh_OsbdH3HseK9MvqRMDZTTeJkocQQp4dtMNqvg7cPkxx87ElLqzTJ2pLb9L6mryTd_QEe1CH186gYUsiOaSSa_LmzmigjfyhYQ5y_x7iBX7JK0bK-CSDqLD0IauoVDduSlzJsjR8uyrEuWjXtewX0FKZEcif3GsG9VuU/s217/2023-24%20GRC%20Girls%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="217" data-original-width="217" height="217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcw8zd0JliQpqzwfmrLubzclPh_OsbdH3HseK9MvqRMDZTTeJkocQQp4dtMNqvg7cPkxx87ElLqzTJ2pLb9L6mryTd_QEe1CH186gYUsiOaSSa_LmzmigjfyhYQ5y_x7iBX7JK0bK-CSDqLD0IauoVDduSlzJsjR8uyrEuWjXtewX0FKZEcif3GsG9VuU/s1600/2023-24%20GRC%20Girls%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" width="217" /></a><br /><p class="MsoNormal"><b>South Harrison<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">South Harrison’s senior class of girls is used to
winning. Not only is the girls'
basketball team the defending GRC Champions, but they have also enjoyed success
at the state level in golf, softball, and track. This year’s Basketball team looks to continue
that trend for the Lady Bulldogs. After
they won the conference title, they made it to the Class 3 Quarterfinals before
falling to El Dorado Springs.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Everyone will return from last season’s team that finished 23-6
and 7-0 in conference. They are led by
the GRC’s leading returning scorer, Senior Hannah Carter (17.6 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup>
Team All-Conference, All-District, All-State, District Player of the
Year). Other key players returning are Junior
Abigail Molloy (11.6 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District), Senior
Megan Norris (4.1 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference), Senior Hallee
Chamberlin (4.3 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference), Senior Emma Chamberlin
(4.1 ppg), and Sophomore Lexi Hunter (4.0 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Freshman Bailey Barnett, Sophomore Abby Owens, Senior Megan Bottcher,
and Junior Aubree Cannon, among multiple others, will be expected to help
provide the Lady Bulldogs depth this season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Kale Watson said, “The bar was set pretty high last
year for this squad as they made it to the Quarterfinals in Class 3 and ended
the season ranked 7th leading into this year. Those accomplishments have really
raised expectations around here for this season, and for good reason. I think
that this year, we have some very nice pieces to add to our team to make us
deeper off the bench & hopefully help us play faster. I look for us to be a
stronger team inside with some nice additions & girls that have come along
over the summer to add depth in that area. I fully expect our guards to be an
even larger contributor to our offensive production & to make our defense
more aggressive. However, our biggest challenge is going to be getting everyone
to gel/mesh together to utilize our depth correctly. Our #1 goal this season is just being really
great at who WE ARE day in and day out. This group has some big expectations to
fill, but if I know anything about these girls, it's that they are up to a good
challenge.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Polo<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Polo had some ups and downs last season but was able to cap
off the season with a second consecutive District Championship. The District Championship helped earn the
late Wally Aubrey District Coach of the Year.
Cody Glenn will be taking over the coaching duties this year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">They finished 2<sup>nd</sup> in the GRC East at 6-1 and 20-7
overall. They will have to replace three
talented players from last year’s team.
Gone are Chloe Gilbert (10.1 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District, KMZU Dream Team), Lily Gentry (8.3 ppg, Honorable Mention
All-Conference, All-District), and Jade Misel (3.6 ppg).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Lady Panthers will have leading scorer Hanna Vaught
returning (14.5 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District,
All-State, District Player of the Year, KMZU Dream Team). Also returning will be Senior Layna Norton (4.7
ppg), Sophomore Libby Norton (5.3 ppg), Sophomore Kendyl Fitzwater (2.2 ppg),
and Sophomore Emma Chapman.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Glenn said, “There has been a lot of improvement from
last year leading into our summer ball. I am excited to see who is ready to
compete for those spots that need to be filled from our Seniors last year. One
of those spots being a point guard, which is a very important role, but we are
excited to see the girls compete against each other in practice and prove to us
who wants it more. The other big spot for us will be replacing Chloe Gilbert in
the rebounding category. She was a natural rebounder who had a nose for the
ball and passed the ball extremely well. But I think with some of the younger
girls coming up, we have good opportunities to fill some spots.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">He added, “I have high hopes and expectations for this year.
They are coming off back-to-back district championships, and players who played
on those teams are still here. It is a great group of girls and a senior group
that is super competitive and knows the feeling, and knows what it is going to
take to win games this season. They are outstanding leaders with an amazing
work ethic, so having the younger girls feed off them will be a huge benefit
going into this season. We're looking to get past that Sectional game this year
where we have come up short in the last two years.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Trenton<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">After a rocky start last season, the Trenton Lady Bulldogs finished
the season strong, winning seven of their last nine regular season games. They hope to build on that momentum this
season as they return virtually their entire team. Junior Mirena King (14.3 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup>
Team All-Conference, All-District) was the team’s leading scorer last season. Senior Madi Moore (5.0 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup>
Team All-Conference, All-District) also took home postseason honors. Also returning will be Junior Astrid Soriano
(6.2 ppg), Junior Kenzie Lynch (2.6 ppg), Junior Kaegen Croy (4.3 ppg), and Sophomore
Kaylor Hodge (5.8 ppg), all of whom started games last year at some time. This gives the Lady Bulldogs six returning
starters from last season, a luxury that few teams have. Seniors Jena Harris and Katelyn Clark are
also expected to play significant roles.
Newcomers Freshman Kimberly Clark and Junior Ayra Meeker will give
Trenton some added depth. Freshmen
Cozette McLain, Zaylea Phillips, Catelin Bowe, and Olivia Tabbert will round
out the roster.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Steve Richman replaces Kameron Cool as coach of the Lady
Bulldogs this season. Richman is coming
over from Princeton, where his Lady Tigers led the GRC in points scored with
52.8 per game. Under Cool, Trenton
played a deliberate style that kept the games in the 30s. Coach Richman said, “In my first year here,
we will change the entire style of play.
We are going to play at a quick pace and look to pressure on defense.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Milan<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Last season, Milan had to learn to play without Cady
Pauley. They finished 12-15 overall and
2-5 in conference. While they had some
bumps along the way, they have a solid group of returning players looking to
bring the Lady Cats back to a winning season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Auburn Cole (7.7 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference,
All-District), Hallie Weaver (4.7 ppg), Gracie Dickson, and Emily Menchaca are
gone from last year's team. But the
leading scorer, Sophomore Marian Dabney (12.1 ppg, 1st Team All-Conference,
All-District), will return. Dabney also
led the team in rebounds and blocks and was 2<sup>nd</sup> in assists. Also returning will be Junior Emerson Pauley
(3.8 ppg), who led the team in assists and will be the point guard, and Junior
Amy Pickering (5.1 ppg), another guard who led the team in steals and is the
Lady Cats' best on-the-ball defender. Senior
Avery Pickering, Junior Violet Gray, Sophomore Jazmin Cisneros, and Freshman
Mya Pauley are other players expected to play significant roles. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Ched Hurley said, “We think we could be a really good
team and want to vie for conference and district championships.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Gallatin<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Gallatin Lady Bulldogs improved from 4 wins to 12 last
season. They finished 12-13 overall and 4-3
in conference. They are hoping to make
another significant improvement again this season. They will have to replace Presley Wells (6.0
ppg), Elle Copple (3.4 ppg), and Addison Pratt (2.1 ppg) from last year’s
team. However, Gallatin will return
their three leading scorers: Senior
Annabelle Ball (12.9 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District, KMZU
Dream Team, KKWK All-Star Team), Junior Kallie Salmon (8.8 ppg, Honorable
Mention All-Conference, KMZU Dream Team), and Senior Ashley Feiden (6.4 ppg,
Honorable Mention All-Conference).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Trish Adkison said, “We are going to be short in the
height department this year, and so we have discussed how we will have to
out-hustle our opponents. We made great progress last season and look forward
to continuing to build on our successes. One of our goals this season is to be
in the top three in the conference. We
talked a lot this summer about being team-oriented and wanting the success of
our teammates as well as ourselves. We have goals that we have established and
certain things that we expect of the players. Everyone has a vital role to play
on the team to make sure they are doing their best at fulfilling their role.”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Putnam County<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">The Putnam County Midgets had a young team that went through
some growing pains last season. They
finished 11-15 overall and 2-5 in conference.
They did have some highlights.
They went 2-1 in both the Tri-Rivers Classic and Milan Tournament. In addition, they were able to win six
consecutive games in January. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">They will be replacing three players. Three-year starters Adeline Dickerson (6.0
ppg) and Jesslyn Knowles (6.8 ppg) both graduated along with Taylor Powell, who
started last season. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Putnam County will be returning their top three
scorers. Leading the way will be Junior Allise
Perkins (8.2 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference). She will be joined by Senior Karley Seaton
(7.3 ppg), Sophomore Jenna Knowles (7.0 ppg, All-District), and Senior Emma
Whitlock (5.5 ppg). Sophomore Sammi
Blanchard (3.4 ppg) will be expected to step in and have a more significant
role this season.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Keith Smith said, “Our expectations are simple. We
want to continue to grow our team chemistry, work hard, develop good habits,
and have fun. If we do these things, I
feel we will be able to compete nightly and ultimately accomplish our team
goals.” <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Maysville<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Maysville struggled last season, winning just two
games. They will return their top two
players this year and add some talent in the freshman class as they look to
improve on that mark this season. They
will have to replace Hayley Sweiger (3.8 ppg).
Seniors Elana Clark (8.7 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference) and
Sydney Popplewell (6.2 ppg) will lead the Lady Wolverines. Newcomers that new coach Tyler Zimmerman expects
to contribute are Freshmen McKenzie Mason and Harley Sweiger.<o:p></o:p></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal">Coach Zimmerman said, “I expect tremendous growth throughout
the season. I expect to see the team grow into a more aggressive defensive
team. We have some inexperience going into the season, which will cause some
bumps in the road in the early part of the season, but we will continue to get
better and fix the things we can fix. Our
team only won two games last year and graduated one player. We replace that
lone senior with two freshmen who will contribute right away on varsity. We are
not blessed with height, but we do have some speed and athleticism if I can
figure out how to use it the right way. We do return one of the better outside
shooters in the conference, so we will try to space the floor out with shooting
from all areas of the court. I want to
shoot for double-digit wins this season. With our talent and our competition, I
think that is very possible if we can stay healthy.</p><br />Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-56166810189302032822023-11-15T16:51:00.001-08:002023-11-15T16:56:18.398-08:00GRC Boys Basketball 2023-24 Season Preview<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Maysville received six first-place votes and is the
coaches’ pick to win the GRC Boys Basketball Championship for the 2023-24
season. Maysville finished 3<sup>rd</sup>
in the GRC East in each of the last two seasons. Milan received the only other first-place
vote and was picked second. Putnam
County was picked third by the coaches.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjgigFAks7tgOSqW1Ab1DfmovVa0cw2snPXCxjB8Yhcj5Od0g6iush8vMkNQGwiHoOs5Y3bY9PktNcBTvKGG_0WM7lWxjM-8O1E3q7p5Z_5GlTbyXyi5tOfOgQIaPkmqPoSEiABUhGqWXR9UnByHyyydtHz7yZgr-bKJWlSZbmvHKFrajPl-YbgD9sNJw/s211/2023-24%20GRC%20Boys%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="211" data-original-width="207" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjgigFAks7tgOSqW1Ab1DfmovVa0cw2snPXCxjB8Yhcj5Od0g6iush8vMkNQGwiHoOs5Y3bY9PktNcBTvKGG_0WM7lWxjM-8O1E3q7p5Z_5GlTbyXyi5tOfOgQIaPkmqPoSEiABUhGqWXR9UnByHyyydtHz7yZgr-bKJWlSZbmvHKFrajPl-YbgD9sNJw/s1600/2023-24%20GRC%20Boys%20Basketball%20Poll.jpg" width="207" /></a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Maysville</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Maysville finished 3rd in the GRC East each of the past two
seasons, winning 22 games last year. Two
players are gone from last year, Trey Hall and Hunter Smidt, but the Wolverines
return their entire starting line-up this season. They have their sights set on bigger things. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Senior Kobyn Metzger (16.0 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team
All-Conference, All-District, Cliff Note’s All-Star, KKWK All-Star) and Junior Dillon
Willis (19.1 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District, Cliff
Note’s All-Star, KKWK All-Star) return as our top scorers and rebounders along
with Senior Kayden Gabbard (7.1 ppg), Junior Kris Gabbard (7.0 ppg), and Senior
Tanner Evans (9.0 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference). Senior Caleb Renfro
(2.8 ppg) and Sophomore Carson Bray (1.8 ppg) will be solid reserve players.
Brock Windham is also back after sitting out last season due to injury. Isaak Perkins is a newcomer that has the
potential to give us some added depth. Eli Gaiser could also get more varsity
minutes this year.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Chris McMillen said, “Our expectations for this year
are to continue to work hard, play great defense, and continue to improve our all-around
game. We had some success last year, but we want to improve upon and exceed
that this year.”<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Milan<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Milan has been one of the most successful programs in the
GRC, having won at least 20 games in the last two seasons and five of the last
six years. In addition, they have won
five District Championships in the last six seasons. They will have to replace two starters this
year with Jeremy Bennett (15.6 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference) and
Nathan Keck (8.4 ppg) graduating. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If the Wildcats are to continue their winning tradition,
Senior Ahmet Niasse (15.2 ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District,
District Player of the Year) will be one of the keys to their success. Senior Jared Gonzalez (4.5 ppg), Junior Ethan
Bennett (3.4 ppg), and Senior DonDivin Ngombo (2.0 ppg) are players who saw
significant time last year and will return for Milan.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Junior Erick Reyes, Junior Tony Linhart, Junior Macky Sow,
and Sophomore Anthony Bolden are expected to play a more significant role for
the Wildcats this year.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Andrea Dabney said, “Last season, we played 5-6 guys
and are looking to expand that to maybe as many as nine guys in a
rotation. Other than that, we will be
more of the same...hopefully, gritty defense and hard-nosed kids. We will once again be undersized, but I think
we will be able to make up for that with athleticism and experience. Another factor we will have to deal with is
the late arrival of our football team to practice. Once those guys get there, it may take a
little while to get into basketball mode.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Putnam County<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Putnam County had a winning season last year, finishing
17-11 and 4-3 in conference. Brayden
McReynolds (8.1 ppg), Chase Tomlin (3.6 ppg), and Blaine Perkins (3.5 ppg) are
gone from last year's team.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Midgets return their top two scorers, Owen Ream (16.0
ppg, 1<sup>st</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District) and Trace Riediger (13.5
ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference, All-District). Mason Morris (5.3 ppg) and Carter Simmons
(4.3 ppg) will also return. Kooper
Hornaday (3.8 ppg) saw some varsity time last year after some injuries and is
expected to play much more this year.
Avery Campbell is a new face to varsity this season and is expected to make
a difference on the Midgets team. In
total, 33 boys have gone out for basketball for Putnam County.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Kyle Fleshman said, “I expect the boys to become
better men, better teammates, and better basketball players.”<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Gallatin<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Gallatin’s Class of 2023 won 82 games, two conference titles,
and a district championship over their four seasons. Isaac Bird (20.4 ppg) and Payton Feiden (15.8
ppg) were Unanimous 1<sup>st</sup>-Team All-Conference selections during each
of the last three seasons. Both players
also earned All-District honors, and Bird also was All-State. But Bird and Feiden will not be the only ones
that Gallatin will have to replace. Also
departing were Brett Hemry (6.4 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference), Peyton
Johnson (3.4 ppg), and Durk Stout (8.0 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference). These seniors' leadership to the program is
immeasurable and will be extremely difficult to replace.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The new coach, Tanner Smith, will oversee that task. To help him will be Senior Boston Bell (4.2
ppg), Senior Jaden Wilson (0.4 ppg), Junior Brody Bird (1.2 ppg), and Sophomore
Gavyn Wilmes (4.0 ppg), who will return from last year’s team. Each of them came off the bench last season
but will have a more significant role this year. Regarding the returning players, Coach Smith
said, “Getting to experience some crucial minutes in some very important
basketball games will be valuable as these guys look to grow into their new
roles this season. While their ability to score, rebound, and defend will no
doubt be important to the success of our team, so is their ability to grow into
the leaders of our program. With a great group of seniors that graduated last
year, we will lean on these guys a ton.”<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Newcomers to the Bulldogs’ team include Sophomore Pryce Johnson,
Sophomore Jack Donovan, and Sophomore Sullivan Bird. Coach Smith said, “These guys getting to
practice every day against the group from last year will no doubt help their
transition to the Varsity level. The jump up is always a big one, but I’m
extremely excited to see them continue to grow throughout the season, as these
guys will be big parts of our future.”<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Smith added, “We have a young group that is stepping
into a lot of new roles this upcoming season. There will be a lot of new faces
for the Gallatin Bulldogs and a lot of new guys getting some of their first
taste of Varsity Basketball. Inexperience and some early growing pains with
guys getting to gel with each other are to be expected. With that being
said, I expect us to compete and play
extremely hard on both ends of the court day in and day out. I hope that our
guys can continue to grow and build their skills as we move throughout the
season. I think our team has the potential to be a fun group to watch because
of our ability to share the ball and play unselfishly. If we match that with
the drive to compete, I’m excited to see what is ahead for this group.”<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Polo<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Polo went 9-15 last season (1-6 in conference), but 8 of the
15 losses were by six or fewer points. Last
season, the Panthers were a young team with difficulty finishing close games. New head coach Josh Junco hopes that the
experience from four returning starters will help Polo turn those close losses
into wins this season. One key departure
from last season is Zadin Owens (7.7 ppg, 4 rpg).<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Junior Maverick Gentry (13.7 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team
All-Conference) and Junior Gage Gilbert (9.3 ppg, Honorable Mention
All-Conference) will lead the Panthers this season. Senior Hunter McGee (6.0 ppg) and Senior Logan
Raby (5.1 ppg) will also return. Junior Brandon
Wallace, Senior Tyler Carter, Senior Levi Bolling, and Senior Garrett Roberts
did not see as much playing time and are expected to make a big jump this
season.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Junco said, “We have some young guys that could see
some time off the bench. We are a pretty athletic team who should be pretty
deep. I see our team as one of the top finishers in the conference who will
make a giant leap this year. We lost eight
games by 6 points or less last year. We are hoping with maturity, skill
development, and an adjusted play style and defensive shift, we will be able to
score more points and give up less. This team is full of athletes with size and
passion. Once we come together and play for each other, we should be able to
accomplish anything.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Trenton<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Trenton Bulldogs’ 6-win season last year was their most wins
in four years and a 5-win improvement over the season before. Coach Jon Guthrie is looking for the Bulldogs
to make even more considerable improvements this season. Although they will be missing Tucker Otto (3.6
ppg, Academic All-State), one of their best defenders, Trenton will return their
top scorers, Junior Kiefer Tolson (20.2 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference,
All-District) and Senior Gabe Novak (12.2 ppg, Honorable Mention All-Conference,
All-District).<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This season, they will have a veteran team, with Senior Seth
Doolittle, Senior Maverick Sole, Senior Bradyn Sager, and Junior Hunter Smith
also returning for the Bulldogs. Newcomers
to varsity include Senior Evan Claycomb, Sophomore Isaac Dixon, Sophomore Garrison
Otto, and Sophomore Elijah Miller.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Guthrie said, “We finished the season strong last
year, winning a District tournament game.
That was our first postseason win since 2019. We also improved our average points per game
to fifty. This was an improvement of 12
points per game. We have been working
hard this off-season on competing hard with each possession and trying to
improve our half-court defense. We want
to take care of the basketball and decrease our offensive turnovers. We would like to improve, have a winning
season, and attempt to finish higher in both conference and district play. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>South Harrison<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">South Harrison finished 9-17 overall and 1-6 in conference
last season. If they are to improve upon
that mark, they will have to find someone to replace leading scorer Jad Cornett
(17.5 ppg, 2<sup>nd</sup> Team All-Conference, All-District). Also gone from last year’s team will be Grant
Williams (8.0 ppg, All-District), Hunter Ackley (5.4 ppg), and Luke Sweat (2.2
ppg). <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This season, Senior Braxton Booth (7.0 ppg), Sophomore Jett
Cornett (8.7 ppg), Sophomore Levi McDaniel (1.4 ppg), and Junior Cooper Johnson
(0.5 ppg) will return for the Bulldogs.
They will be joined by newcomers Freshman Khale Taggart and Sophomore
Brody Templeton.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Coach Aaron Fitzpatrick said, “Our expectation is to just go
out and compete on a nightly basis. One
of our everyday goals is to just get better and continue to improve.”</p><p><br /></p>
Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-77272033682267415262023-11-04T10:05:00.002-07:002023-11-04T10:09:39.055-07:00St. Joseph Christian defeats Bishop LeBlond 26-20 in a battle of cross-town rivals to advance to the District Championship<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><b>St. Joseph Christian 26 Bishop LeBlond 20</b></p><p>In a battle of the two private schools in St. Joseph, St. Joseph Christian knocked off the Bishop LeBlond Eagles 26-20 to advance to their first District Championship game since 2014. It was also the Lion's first win over Bishop LeBlond in football (in four meetings).</p><p>The Lions received the ball to start the game but fumbled the ball at the Eagle's 34-yard line. However, penalties stalled LeBlond's first drive forcing them to punt. St. Joseph Christian took advantage when Cy Carlson scored on an option from 16 yards to put the Lions up 6-0 with 6:06 left in the 1st quarter. LeBlond was able to get into the red zone on their next drive but turned it over on downs with 46 seconds left in the quarter. The first quarter ended with St. Joseph Christian up 6-0.</p><p>On the first play of the 2nd quarter, Peyton Hausman broke free for a 41-yard touchdown run. He also scored on the conversion to put the Lions up 14-0 with 11:50 left in the half. The Eagles would answer when Jackson Sigrist scored from 10 yards out with 5:11 left. He would catch the conversion from Cooper Tabor to cut the Lion's lead to 14-8.</p><p>Almost half of the scoring in the game came in the last 2-plus minutes of the 1st half. With 2:11 left, Hausman scored his 2nd touchdown of the game from 3 yards. After a failed conversion, the Lions led 20-8. The Eagles answered when Tabor scored from 5 yards with 1:18 left to cut it to 20-14. But the Lions were able to extend the lead right before the half when Levi Miller found Vail Freuchting in the end zone from 13 yards. It was 26-14 at halftime.</p><p>The second half was mostly defense. LeBlond turned it over on downs on their first possession, but the Lions immediately fumbled it to give the ball back. LeBlond would take advantage when Trey Icke ran it in from a yard. The conversion was no good which made it 26-20 in favor of St. Joseph Christian with 6:06 left in the 3rd quarter. The Lions would turn it over on downs on their next possession, and the quarter would end with the Eagles still trailing 26-20. </p><p>The Eagles were driving in the 4th quarter and got the ball inside the Lion's 10-yard line. On a 4th and 5 throw, the refs threw a flag for defensive pass interference on St. Joseph Christian. However, it was called off because the ball was tipped. Much to the ire of LeBlond's coaches and fans, St. Joseph Christian took over at their own 5-yard with 9:47 left in the game.</p><p>LeBlond forced a punt at the 6:15 mark with another chance to tie or take a lead. However, they fumbled with 3:27 left and St. Joseph Christian ran out the clock to secure a 26-20 win and a date with Plattsburg in the District Championship game.</p><p>Postgame from Tommy Rezac at St. Joseph Post:</p><p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">St. Joseph Christian (<a href="https://twitter.com/SJCSLions?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SJCSLions</a>) scored a historic win on their home field Friday with a 26-20 W over Bishop LeBlond in an <a href="https://twitter.com/MO8ManFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MO8ManFootball</a> District 5 semifinal.<br><br>The Lions now face Plattsburg for the district crown next week.<br><br>Recap/interviews:<a href="https://t.co/wudI9n4WkM">https://t.co/wudI9n4WkM</a> <a href="https://t.co/gBRGD6xqCt">pic.twitter.com/gBRGD6xqCt</a></p>— Tommy Rezac (@TommyKFEQ) <a href="https://twitter.com/TommyKFEQ/status/1720658736543358988?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 4, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>Here is my postgame podcast and interview with coach Troy Schenk:</p><p><iframe frameborder="0" height="102px" scrolling="no" src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/SJC-Bishop-LeBlond-Postgame-e2bfetc/a-aaij203" width="400px"></iframe></p><p>Here are photos from the game:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="681" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid033t1ZxW4HxTSTXhPJPU9Wyjs9YJaTeZtG3ELwF8n9d5nLodM6dGUxd6fKXuT2RaRGl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Highlights from Chris Roush Media:</p><p><br /></p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="429" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FChrisRoushMedia%2Fvideos%2F830339489099627%2F&show_text=true&width=560&t=0" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-37200086460031569782023-10-22T11:19:00.001-07:002023-10-22T11:19:35.105-07:00St. Joseph Christian knocks off #10 Stanberry to complete first winning season since 2016<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><br /></p><p><b>St. Joseph Christian 28 #10 Stanberry 8</b></p><p>From 2019 to 2022, St. Joseph Christian had a record of 1-33. They were picked to finish last in the Grand River Conference West. No one outside of the St. Joseph Christian gave them much of a chance this season. However, inside the program, there was some optimism that they had some winnable games, and if things fell into place, a winning season was possible. A 6th win on Friday would guarantee the Lions a winning season for the first time since 2016.</p><p>In the Lion's way was the #10 Stanberry Bulldogs. Stanberry had won their last four games against St. Joseph Christian and was 6-2 coming into the game. However, they were missing quarterback Colby McQuinn and running back Tucker Schieber. But even without both players, the Bulldogs were still able to shut out North Andrew 38-0 the week before.</p><p>The Lions were able to get on the board with a drive over five minutes to start the game. Cy Carlson ran it in from 4 yards out to put St. Joseph Christian up 6-0 with 6:44 left. After Aiden Martindale recovered a fumble for the Lions, they would capitalize again when Peyton Hausman scored on a 9-yard touchdown run with 2:57 left in the first quarter. The Lions ended the first quarter with a 12-0 lead.</p><p>The second and third quarters were dominated by defense. Both teams recovered fumbles in the second, and then Stanberry's Colby McQueen intercepted Levi Miller. Stanberry was able to move the ball inside the Lion's 5-yard line but was unable to convert when they turned it over on downs at the 7-yard line with 7 seconds left in the half.</p><p>In the third quarter, Peyton Hausman had a 40-yard TD reception but was called back due to an illegal block. Stanberry got into the red zone but turned it over on downs. St. Joseph Christian's lead remained at 12-0 after three quarters.</p><p>The Lions would score again early in the 4th when Hausman scored from a yard out with 10:59 left in the game. After the conversion, the Lions were up 20-0. Stanberry got on the scoreboard when McQueen connected with Treston Williams from 7 yards. After a successful conversion, it was 20-8 St. Joseph Christian with 7:59 left.</p><p>Stanberry's still had some hope just under 3 minutes left when St. Joseph Christian had a 4th and 5 from the Stanberry 17-yard line. But Mason Stewart found Vail Freuchting open, and Freuchting took it in for the score to make it 28-8 after the conversion with 2:40 left in the game.</p><p>A Martindale interception with 2:34 left sealed the game. Both teams finish the regular season at 6-3 and 4-3 in conference, tied for 3rd place.</p><p>St. Joseph Chrisitan earned the #2 seed in District 5 and will host Bishop LeBlond on November 3. Stanberry earned the #4 seed in District 7 and will host King City on October 27.</p><p>I caught up with both coaches after the game on the GRC Podcast:</p><p><iframe src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/St--Joseph-Christian-Stanberry-Postgame-e2aruqg" height="102px" width="400px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p><p>Here are photos of the game including photos of Senior Night for Stanberry:</p><p><br /></p><p><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02WYxxTWuLUFRDWrhjsqGQXP4G4onPt4GgEpVQDqt1QJA3tE4h9fnkLv6tjE84h3nNl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="651" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></p>
Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-69451529606301172252023-10-15T14:00:00.001-07:002023-10-15T14:00:18.862-07:00Milan clinches share of GRC Championship with 28-7 win over Polo<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><b>Milan 28-7</b></p><p>Milan's defense was a big spark in the first half as the Wildcats knocked off the Polo Panthers to clinch at least a share of the GRC Championship Friday night in Polo. Milan's GRC title is their 3rd since they joined the conference in 2016. They won outright in 2018 and shared the title with Princeton and South Harrison in 2020.</p><p>Milan's special teams came up with the first big play when they blocked a Polo punt after a bad snap. They took over at the Polo 34 with 10:13 left in the 1st quarter. After Hunter Reed converted on a QB keeper at the Polo 25 with just under 9 minutes left, Reed connected with Keaton Weter on a 24-yard touchdown pass. Keaton made a sliding catch in the back of the end zone. The ball came out, but the refs said that he held on long enough for the touchdown, much to the chagrin of the Polo sideline. The PAT was no good, so Milan led 6-0 with 8:29 left in the first quarter.</p><p>After Milan recovered a fumble at the Polo 48, Carlos Cotto took the ball and ran to the left. He then found a hole and cut back to the right. Once he was in the open field, he outran the Panther defenders for a 48-yard touchdown. Ahmet Niasse converted two points to put Milan up 14-0 with 6:36 left in the first quarter.</p><p>Milan would recover another fumble with 7:26 left in the half. A few plays later, Carlos Cotto broke a few tackles. He then ran down the right sidelines as Coach Cole was yelling "That's why he is awesome." After the broken tackles, Cotto once again outran the defenders with a 69-yard touchdown run. A Jared Gonzalez PAT made it 21-0 with 5:57 left in the half.</p><p>There was no scoring again until late in the 4th quarter. Polo drove deep into Wildcat territory to start the 4th quarter, but turned it over on downs with 9:36 left. Then unlike their other scoring drives, Milan proceeded to go on a long drive eating up 5:40 off the clock. Cheppe Ayala punched it in from 1 yard with 3:56 left to put the Wildcats up 28-0 after a Gonzalez PAT.</p><p>Polo finally got on the board on their next drive. Ayden Baker returned the kickoff to the Milan 25. Maverick Gentry then connected with Gage Gilbert from 5 yards with 1:13 left. The PAT made it 28-7 Milan. Milan ran the clock out to finish with a 28-7 win.</p><p>Coach Mark Cole talked to me about the game and winning the GRC title.</p><p><iframe frameborder="0" height="102px" scrolling="no" src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/Milan-Polo-Postgame-e2aia4h" width="400px"></iframe></p><p>Here are my photos from the game:</p><p><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02UNVkFiAQrw4rHMRzdD9wh2sKf1QkvvVwSSSPVMdMt4FxRzsfSzsbPmeRadUN3Hmcl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="568" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-3458920529740201942023-10-02T13:23:00.008-07:002023-10-03T18:34:16.580-07:00South Harrison repeats as GRC Girls Golf Champions - Abby Owens of South Harrison wins the Individual Title<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<p>South Harrison won the GRC Girls Golf Championship played at Chillicothe. They led the way with a score of 378. Abby Owens of South Harrison was the individual winner with a score of 82. She also repeats as the GRC Champion. South Harrison dominated the tournament with all five of their golfers finishing in the top 10. The title for South Harrison is their 2nd straight.</p>
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<p>Trenton girls finished 2nd with a score of 464 while Marceline finished 3rd at 474. Marceline will be a full member next season, but was invited to join the golf tournament this season.</p><p><b>Team Scores</b></p><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>South Harrison 378</li><li>Trenton 464</li><li>Marceline 474</li><li>Putnam County 478</li><li>Gallatin 485</li><li>Maysville 574</li></ol><p></p><p><b>Individual Scores</b></p><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Abby Owens, South Harrison 82</li><li>Abbie Koenen, Putnam County 91</li><li>Paige Beaty, South Harrison 97</li><li>Sarah Wright, Marceline 98</li><li>Chloe Hodge, South Harrison 98</li><li>Ashlee Cannon, South Harrison 101</li><li>Reece Weldon, Trenton 105</li><li>Kinsley Otto, Trenton 106</li><li>Tenley Weller, South Harrison 108</li><li>Tayla Turner, Putnam County 111</li></ol>
<div>Here are pictures from the South Harrison Lady Bulldogs Golf Page</div><div><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="678" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3Dpfbid02wBe8zhiPaHBrB3divhZEPofU1LgqwjMSr6krU3W3jhaTDnyj98R9Tjz9Un5dCWbCl%26id%3D100084897440179&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><p></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-4877878953674005762023-10-02T13:23:00.005-07:002023-10-02T18:23:35.931-07:00King City wins the first GRC West Girls Golf Championship - Clare Staley wins the individual title<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p>King City Girls win the GRC West Girls Golf title with Clare Staley of King City winning the individual title. Worth County finished 2nd and St. Joseph Christian finished 3rd. The championship for King City is their first Girls golf championship. </p><p><b>Team Scores</b></p><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>King City 434</li><li>Worth County 447</li><li>St. Joseph Christian 483</li><li>Princeton 525</li></ol><div><b>Individual Scores</b></div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Clare Staley, King City 90</li><li>Bridgette Hightshoe, Worth County 92</li><li>Jaci Davis, North Harrison 102</li><li>Hayleigh Wink, Albany 104</li><li>Zoe Tunks, King City 104</li><li>Eva Engel, Worth County 106</li><li>Lindsay Sherman, Stanberry 106</li><li>Bella Wright, Stanberry 108</li><li>Lani Briggs, North Harrison 111</li><li>Marissa Schmitz, Worth County 111</li></ol><div>Jon Dysktra of the Maryville Daily Forum talked with Clare Staley after the tournament about her title</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dzaW-ckR8tRsKtzjV9S1mvj7bwwSTMWgsXiK_19IOOJTbOWGejykewVAolr0oAHe_UUVRJNQY2J-ZZBAoaF2g' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here are pictures that I took from the meet:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="568" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0Bprtd6LDSL9gCfXedXCbdrZ3JY8EPNTW7g7fcxxaH9FtzMqMSYeRc3UfC2kfY4Djl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe><div><br /></div><p></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-38563209871562716842023-09-30T19:30:00.003-07:002023-10-01T12:29:27.414-07:00St. Joseph Christian wins a high-scoring affair against Pattonsburg<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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</p><p><b>St. Joseph Christian 78 Pattonsburg 70</b></p><p>The game between the St. Joseph Christian Lions and the Pattonsburg Panthers was on pace to break the Missouri state record for most points in a game at halftime, but it was key defensive stops that secured the win for the Lions.</p><p>The game started with the Lions recovering an onside kick. They immediately capitalized. Cy Carlson almost scored on the first play of the game, but Gage Iddings chased him down at the 4-yard line. But Peyton Hausman found a hole in the middle and cut back to find the end zone for a 4-yard touchdown. After a Hausman 2-pt conversion, the Lions led 8-0 with 11:29 left in the first. However, the lead was short-lived. The Lions attempted another onside kick again. This time Landon Preston scooped the ball and returned it for a touchdown. After the conversion, the game was tied at 8 with 11:25 left.</p><p>It took a little longer for the next score. The Lions added another score with 6:54 when Carlson ran to the wide side on the left and had all kinds of room from 27 yards out. Hausman added another conversion to put the Lions up 16-8.</p><p>Pattonsburg fumbled on their next possession, and Carlson scored his second touchdown of the night from 10 yards out. After the conversion failed, the Lions led 22-8 with 4:43 left. Pattonsburg would answer when Iddings would find Wyatt Maize in the end zone from 1 yard out. He then connected with Maize again on the conversion. Pattonsburg would cut the Lion lead to 22-16 with 1:22 left. That is where the 1st quarter would end.</p><p>The Lions would score early in the 2nd when Cy Carlson ran wide to the left again to score a 3-yard touchdown. Carlson would convert the 2 points to put the Lions up 30-16 with 11:35 left in the half. Pattonsburg would strike back when Iddings connected with a diving Camden Griffith in the end zone. Iddings ran in the conversion to cut the Lion lead to 30-24 with 10:19 left in the half.</p><p>The Lions would strike again on a toss sweep to Shaden Morris. He evaded a defender to score from 40 yards. The conversion failed making it 36-24 Lions with 8:42 left in the half. But it didn't take long for Pattonsburg to answer (stop me if you heard that before). Iddings evaded a defender, dumping it to Griffith on a screen pass. Griffith took it down the sideline 71 yards for the score. Iddings connected with Gavin Humphrey on the conversion to cut the Lion lead to 36-32 with 7:41 left in the half.</p><p>Carlson ran it in from the 7-yard line with a quick sweep, again on the left side. Carlson converted the 2 points to make it 44-32. Once again, the Panthers answered when Iddings connected with Maize from 13 yards out with 4:41 left. The same two players also connected on the conversion to make it 44-40.</p><p>Pattonsburg got their first stop with 4:20 left when Preston ripped the ball from Hausman when he was fighting for yards. The Panthers capitalized when Iddings connected with a wide-open Griffith with 1:05 left. The conversion failed, but Pattonsburg had their first lead at 46-44 with 1:05 left in the half. The lead would be short-lived. Levi Miller found Carlson, and he outran the Panther defenders for a 67-yard touchdown reception. Carlson ran in the conversion to make it 52-46 Lions with 49 seconds left.</p><p>Pattonsburg had plenty of time left when Iddings found Preston on the right side. Preston broke a tackle and evaded some defenders with a spin move to take it in the end zone from 43 yards out. The same two would connect on the conversion to put Pattonsburg up 54-52 with 28 seconds left. The Lions were unable to score before the end of the half. With 106 total points in the first half, the game was on pace for a state record.</p><p>The Lions continued the scoring onslaught in the 2nd half when Hausman took the ball straight up the middle on a fullback trap. The conversion failed. Lions led 58-54 with 11:52 left in the 3rd.</p><p>The Lions defense held Pattonsburg on downs on their next possession. Carlson would put the Lions up 10 when he ran the ball in from 9 yards. With the failed conversion, St. Joseph Christian led 64-54 with 7:54 left. But once again, Pattonsburg would not go away. Facing another 4th down, Iddings found an open Preston who high-stepped it into the end zone. Iddings converted the 2 points to make it 64-62 Lions with 6:53 left in the 3rd.</p><p>Pattonsburg recovered an onside kick after their touchdown. They had a 1st and goal at the 1-yard line, but on the next play, Iddings was sacked by several Lions. The Panthers were unable to score, turning it over on downs. The Lions scored on their next possession when Cy Carlson swept around to the left side (again), and ran it 65 yards to the end zone. After a Hausman conversion, St. Joseph Christian led 72-62 with 1:24 left in the 3rd.</p><p>Pattonsburg fumbled on their first play of the next possession when the snap hit the motion man. The 3rd quarter ended with the Lions leading 72-62.</p><p>The Lions were unable to capitalize when the Panthers recovered a fumble 6 seconds into the 4th quarter. Iddings would make the Lions pay when he found Griffith on a fade route in the end zone from 10 yards out. Iddings found Humphrey for the conversion to make it 72-70 with 9:29 left.</p><p>Pattonsburg converted their second straight onside kick. However, they were unable to take advantage of it, turning it over on downs with 7:39 left.</p><p>Cy Carlson took advantage when he once again ran to the left and found a hole taking it to the house from 44 yards out. After the failed conversion, the Lions led 78-70 with 5:44 left.</p><p>Pattonsburg appeared to strike back quickly when Iddings connected with Preston for a long pass play, but Preston was knocked out of bounds by Shaden Morris at the one-yard line. The Panthers fumbled on the next play which was recovered by the Lions with 5:01 left in the game.</p><p>The Lions then ran some time off of the clock driving the ball down the field. They eventually got to the Panther 19-yard line, but turned it over on downs with 41 seconds left in the game.</p><p>The Panthers would drive into Lion territory. They got to the Lions 29-yard line with 21 seconds left facing a 3rd and 1. However, the next two plays resulted in incomplete passes, turning the ball over to St. Joseph Christian with 12 seconds left. The Lions would end the game in victory formation with the final score 78-70.</p><p>In a game that had 70 points for both teams, you wouldn't think the word defense would be talked about, but the Lions defense came up big in the 2nd half, only allowing 2 scores on 8 possessions including stopping the Panthers on their final 3 possessions.</p><p>Postgame Coverage</p><p><iframe frameborder="0" height="102px" scrolling="no" src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/SJCS-Pattonsburg-Postgame-e29vkli" width="400px"></iframe></p><p>Photos I took at the game</p><p><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0YiKyCpKxAPfTqZHSHpiLv7wN1UscKHRr7QwvVJNggG2NADgxuWj4a59XTq59eYejl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="651" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></p><p>Livestream of the Game:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="314" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsjcsathletics%2Fvideos%2F804973998046693%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-52354852477396412972023-09-24T15:37:00.000-07:002023-09-24T15:37:09.131-07:00Milan's fast start leads them to a 34-8 win over Trenton<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<p><b>Milan 34 Trenton 8</b></p><p>Milan quarterback Hunter Reed connected with Keaton Weter on a 24-yard touchdown pass on Milan's first drive against Trenton at Cal Hubbard Field on Friday night. After forcing Trenton to punt, the Wildcats struck again with a 4-yard run from Carlos Cotto with 4:24 left. When Trenton had to punt with 8 seconds left in the first quarter, Cotto took the handoff from his own 29-yard line and outran the Trenton Bulldog defenders down the sideline as the horn sounded. The only negative for the Wildcats was the failed 2-pt attempt after the 3rd touchdown, but they would score on all three possessions of the quarter to lead 20-0.</p><p>Neither team would score in the 2nd frame. Milan missed a 30-yard field goal, but was able to keep the Bulldogs offense at bay.</p><p>After the halftime where the 1975 Milan Wildcats Football team was inducted into the Milan C-2 Athletic Hall of Fame, the Wildcats came back out on their first possession and scored again. Cotto found the end zone again with his 3rd rushing touchdown, this one from 20 yards out, to put Milan up 27-0.</p><p>Trenton was finally able to get on the board with 2:55 left in the 3rd when Gabe Novak scored from 7 yards. He also ran in the 2-pt conversion to make it 27-8.</p><p>Carlos Cotto would score his fourth touchdown of the night with 5:33 left in the game when he outran Bulldog defenders again. This one was from 63 yards. Cotto ended up with 233 yards on 12 carries on the night.</p><p>Milan capped off the night when Jose Garcia recovered a fumble with 3:16 left. They were able to run out the clock to win 34-8.</p><p>I talked with Milan coach Mark Cole after the game and also talked with KTTN's Tom Johnson on the GRC Podcast.</p><p><iframe frameborder="0" height="102px" scrolling="no" src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/Milan-Trenton-Postgame-e29lp85" width="400px"></iframe></p><p>Here are photos I took at the game:</p><p><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02Rs8FZNhZhKytRJ1LDR5DoEuSDFL4sC5sp2WiBLLpLNKhAWiuzZCDGjrwYUywDKSql&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="651" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-28827340986703848602023-09-09T16:27:00.001-07:002023-09-09T16:28:23.447-07:00#4 Albany knocks off St. Joseph Christian 58-48 to remain unbeaten<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p>
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<p><b>Albany 58 St. Joseph Christian 48</b></p><p>Albany and St. Joseph Christian started conference play in the GRC West on Friday night after winning both non-conference games. It was an unexpected matchup of unbeaten teams. The Albany Warriors have had to replace a talented roster, including all-state quarterback Kemper Cline. They knocked off #4 East Atchison to bring their record to 2-0. The St. Joseph Christian Lions came into the season with one win in their last five seasons. They doubled that win total in just two games this season by knocking off DeKalb and Stewartsville-Osborn. </p><p>The game started with both teams going three and out on their first possessions. After Albany punted on their second possession, the Lions were able to capitalize on a 2-yard touchdown run from Cy Carlson. Carlson appeared to be stopped but reversed course to reach the end zone. There were two big passes on the drive. Levi Miller connected with Vail Freuchting on a 37-yard reception after Mason Stewart hit Shaden Morris for 34 yards.</p><p>After Albany turned it over on downs, the Lions were driving again, when quarterback Levi Miller went down with an apparent knee injury. Stewart took the reigns behind center. But with 17 seconds left in the 1st quarter, Elliot Mercer stripped Stewart of the ball on a run, and Albany took over as the quarter ended with the Lions leading 8-0.</p><p>The Warriors scored early in the 2nd quarter when Chase Cline ran it in from 9 yards. After the conversion, it was 8-8. The Lions answered when Stewart connected with Freuchting from 9 yards out to make it 14-8 with 6:58 left. Kyle Emerson would then score his first touchdown of the night after he broke about 10 tackles (slight exaggeration) and streaked down the sideline for a 39-yard TD reception. It was 14-14 with 5:48 left.</p><p>After a Carlson fumble, Albany scored again when Cline connected with Emerson on a 27-yard TD reception to make it 22-14 with 4:34 left. The Lions would fumble a 3rd time, but would stop the Warriors at the 6-yard line to keep the score at 22-14 going into the half.</p><p>The Lions started the 2nd half with the ball, but a couple of penalties put them in a 4th and long situation that forced them to punt. Emerson took advantage by returning the punt 39 yards for his 3rd TD of the night. Warriors led 30-14 with 11:12 left in the 3rd quarter.</p><p>The Lions would start chipping away at the lead. With 6:55 left, Miller (who returned in the 2nd half) shoveled a pass to Logan Hubble, scoring from 13 yards out. After a conversion, it was 30-22 Albany. The Lions would stop the Warriors on the next possession and force them to punt. A bad snap by Albany gave St. Joseph Christian the ball at the Albany 6. Stewart ran it in from the 6 on the next play to make it 30-28 Albany with 5:27 left.</p><p>Whenever Albany needed a big play, Kyle Emerson came up big. And this was no exception. It appeared that the Lions had the momentum, but on the next offensive play, Emerson scored from 45 yards to put the Warriors back up by 8 (36-28). Both teams would be stalled on their next possessions, so the 3rd quarter ended with the Warriors up by 8.</p><p>With 9 minutes left in the game, Albany struck again when Cline found Emerson wide open on a 4th and 10. It was Emerson's 5th touchdown of the night. Albany led 44-28. After stopping the Lions on the next possession, Albany scored again. This time, Quentin Hurkman had a 5-yard run to make it 52-28.</p><p>It looked like Albany was running away with it, but the Lions would not go away. Miller connected with Freuchting from 38 yards with 6:58 left to make it 52-34. Then Miller connected with Carlson on a short reception inside the 10-yard line with 3:37 left to make it 52-40.</p><p>Albany would get their final score when Elliot Mercer ran it in from 17 yards with 2:48 left. The Lions would answer. Cy Carlson got them inside the 10-yard line on a long catch and run. Then Miller connected with Freuchting again for his 4th touchdown of the night. This one was from 4 yards with 2:28 left. Albany would recover the onside kick and run out the clock to win 58-28.</p><p>Here is postgame coverage on the GRC Blog with interviews from both coaches and a discussion with Jered Rolves of Albany TV.</p><p><iframe frameborder="0" height="102px" scrolling="no" src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/Albany-SJCS-Postgame-e293ke3" width="400px"></iframe></p><p>Here are photos that I took at the game.</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="651" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02P2sAYmZrGqGuCnMBiXbYJsy55pD4rpmxRJtpdva9K3hwv2NuGSe3cXRCYsnvPWYLl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Here is the broadcast of the game from Albany TV.</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="429" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAlbanyTV%2Fvideos%2F326420169777041%2F&show_text=true&width=560&t=0" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></p>
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<p><b>Hamilton 28 Gallatin 0</b></p><p>Gallatin traveled down Highway 13 to battle Hamilton for the 96th time. With the expansion of the GRC, the two teams will not be playing next year, so it may be the last meeting for a while. With the prospect of the rivalry being put on hiatus, both teams wanted to have bragging rights coming out of Friday's game.</p><p>Unfortunately for the Gallatin Bulldogs, starting quarterback Peyton Baker was injured on the first drive of the opening game against North Platte. He was unable to go for the Bulldogs. Gallatin turned to Sophomore Jackson Ohlberg, who would be making his first career start at quarterback.</p><p>The game was a defensive battle most of the night with both teams getting early stops. Neither team was able to sustain drives, and when they started to put something together, penalties would stall the drive. Hamilton was finally able to get on the board when Carter Kanoy rumbled down the sideline for an 81-yard touchdown with 1:35 left in the 1st quarter. Titus McBee converted the two points with a quarterback keeper to put the Hornets up 8-0. </p><p>It was more of the same in the 2nd quarter. Both teams struggled to sustain drives and both teams continued to rack up penalties. According to Chris Ward of Regional Radio KKWK, they combined for 24 penalties for 205 yards. Hamilton was able to get another big play in the 2nd quarter when Tate Youtsey broke through up the middle for 49 yards to put them up 14-0.</p><p>Hamilton was able to add two more scores in the 4th quarter. With 8:42 left, Youtsey blocked a punt and Kanoy returned it for a touchdown. Youtsey finished the scoring with a touchdown with 5:03 left to make it 28-0.</p><p>I caught up with Chris Ward after the game to recap it on the GRC Blog.</p><p><iframe frameborder="0" height="102px" scrolling="no" src="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grandriverconference/embed/episodes/Gallatin-Hamilton-Postgame-e28qout" width="400px"></iframe></p><p>Chris also interviewed both coaches. Here is the interview with Gallatin coach Chris Holt:</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fon.soundcloud.com%2Fx359VWRvtj3FvceQ9%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2d9XfBAK1ScWHCW3dHtEeAkSt1Wwmi3l2-Qoqoegtx6c_8ZmGRjUAYT7Q&h=AT0j03aOEfTYTUjvT3wl18SOyuV4upWL207U8uql1I87gDk1bqmkqX8Q6Sj3Y9EAnZiEsM9PNVSA6ltFgoXHrXqIJIAvxl85ZsohFrUlDdHaQWX28GFKRj29cEL5jZX90gVvuRFwGceh" target="_blank">Chris Holt Interview</a><br /></p><p>Here is the interview with Hamilton coach Alex Lloyd:</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fon.soundcloud.com%2FM5advTkPBWXQHeBf9%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3UWQjU4QO8fsYtJGptN3Apr0oTT3LRgtHxZhvq8OOjM0AbN350__LQm5c&h=AT2dTnOPWIBt8urzAndyS_fNQppeb_QCurZC_6xt4FQ_Gf95fZ9axsu-FNtbHTomFmsz_fdeF80VGQneoZcyLsXzEr2Hpk3Wjxpq_UJ17B8UjpLYi5rzIpw-aoGYJSgKxcKDm0TCIOiv" target="_blank">Alex Lloyd Interview</a><br /></p><p>Here are pictures that I took from the game:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="568" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02a9xyrp2fbdX9h88gtFMgJnP2KPp7drmbksfu7uchoo2nuExM5msqPzdGA4ZsGrYpl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Here are pictures of the game from McBee Images:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="651" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmcbeeimages%2Fposts%2Fpfbid04hNhMJ6ngqNhu1eYQwoFqo5dpbueXW5pdEdAVSjhT2WhA8wnSM5TWcviZLW12Nhrl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-88140595876967631482023-08-27T13:02:00.005-07:002023-08-29T13:37:12.242-07:00#1 Worth County falls short against #4 Platte Valley in a Top 5 8-Man battle<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p><p><a href="https://www.cintas.com/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="1906" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVVTt_lHVJzlnAb3at8iQvIXaCjKhvF5-tMwQh0gAEAcRV-x_x0TAouMRSPGmsd6WbQLnL0ZjGLz0u08mkfEt658VdpPE2l31NpgwMC4nHiqQKBk4aYOALOE2YKOrk2zda3wQ8bTDcy5hbLr-X4ed4rIY69AilwccBGqx2UuiPYWp3fVn71Ft50J6OFf4/s320/Cintas.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="http://www.greenhillsins.com" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3415" data-original-width="4995" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjBEPpAavuOXMLi6LgBpVUHN5qGgUopsYetxL-T0rXie8u1ho7CyQwiMlvkn6MYZZ5tj_BWgu1tt40-JRBtm9Hnf615M7vHFZnAhQ3y7_AvfWnBWwx9n1Sqj3d4AfxjMrfOlgQzJLrj8_CmWm1qgg7GCB4HCgKsW8I8iQSuCCKjqCllSXQBqukZ3X4aps/s320/Green_Hills.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><p><b>#4 Platte Valley 38 #1 Worth County 34</b></p><p>Friday morning, MSHSAA announced the districts for fall sports. For football, #1 Worth County and #4 Platte Valley were both slotted into District 7. What was already a big game to start the season suddenly took on greater significance. The winner of this game would have the inside road to the #1 seed and home-field advantage throughout district play. </p><p>Last season, Worth County knocked off Platte Valley in the District Semifinals before falling to eventual state champion North Andrew. While both teams had some talented players graduate like all-staters Dylan McIntyre and Levi Cassavaugh from Worth County, and Carter Luke and Trevor Weir from Platte Valley, they are returning very deep and talented teams. Worth County is picked by the coaches to win the GRC West this season, and both teams are picked by the media as Top 4 teams with Worth County at #1 and Platte Valley at #4.</p><p>Worth County received the opening kick of the game and wasted no time scoring. On the second play of the game, Tyler New ran it in from 30 yards out. A New to Grant McIntyre conversion made it 8-0 with 11:17 left in the first quarter. After the Tigers stopped Platte Valley (insert mascot here), the Tigers were driving into Platte Valley territory again. This time though, Platte Valley was able to stop Worth County on 4th down and inches.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQnrcBKormasJkRTyCmkHcs6jeg40oxTA9VihE-7974SLPOaEu4itkko2yJZVAor-Vm0dXHQJoWdPjrGaohiRMRXM4BRDslkFhl2aBJ8wF_1aC3qS_pgAosUtO14QKxMBjUbebs06l1WlLEIVQeTWxRveh9vfLg9ei3HXW_gcy1wt09QfWwtmy4dFjmFE/s2921/IMG_2031.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1937" data-original-width="2921" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQnrcBKormasJkRTyCmkHcs6jeg40oxTA9VihE-7974SLPOaEu4itkko2yJZVAor-Vm0dXHQJoWdPjrGaohiRMRXM4BRDslkFhl2aBJ8wF_1aC3qS_pgAosUtO14QKxMBjUbebs06l1WlLEIVQeTWxRveh9vfLg9ei3HXW_gcy1wt09QfWwtmy4dFjmFE/s320/IMG_2031.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><p>Platte Valley was able to put together a drive and it looked like they were going to even the score, but after consecutive touchdowns by Lucky Ferry and Aydan Blackford were wiped off the board with penalties, they were stopped at the 2-yard line with 1:52 left in the first quarter. Worth County held an 8-0 lead after one quarter of play.</p><p>In the second quarter, both teams picked up their scoring. The Tigers extended their lead when New connected with McIntyre again. This time on a 4th and goal from the 14 with 5:36 left. The conversion was no good making it 14-0 Tigers. However, Platte Valley would answer immediately. Mason Casner's 45-yard TD run with 5:03 left made it 14-8 after the conversion. Then Blackford would connect with Brandon McQueen with 1:03 left. After a penalty on the conversion, Blackford scored from 8 yards out to make it 16-14.</p><p>Worth County wouldn't let Platte Valley have the momentum going into halftime. They struck fast. A 21-yard New to Bo Collins pass play put the Tigers in Platte Valley territory. Then New connected with McIntyre from 19 yards with 11 seconds left. However, Worth County was unable to convert which left the halftime score at 20-16 with the Tigers holding a slim lead.</p><p>In the second half, Platte Valley was able to answer quickly. Blackford scampered down the field for a 63-yard TD run to put them back on top 24-20 with 10:31 left. Worth County answered at the 8:00 mark on a New 14-yard run to make it 28-24. But the lead only lasted one play. Casner had another long touchdown run. This time it was from 41 yards out. Platte Valley led 32-28 with 7:41 left. Platte Valley later extended the lead with 30 seconds left in the quarter on a QB keeper from Blackford. They would go into the final quarter up 38-28.</p><p>In the 4th quarter, Worth County got to the 1-yard line on a long run by New. But a penalty backed them up to the 6-yard line. Two plays later, New was intercepted by McQueen in the end zone. The Tigers still trailed by 10 with 9:19 left.</p><p>Platte Valley started to melt some time off the clock at that point. Their ball-control offense looked like it might be able to run out the clock, but a bad snap exchange gave the Tigers new life. Lucas Frisch recovered the fumble with 4:10 left.</p><p>Worth County was able to take advantage and cut the lead to 38-34 when Landon Wilmes scored on a 14-yard run with 2:21 left. However, Frisch had scored a touchdown with 3:07 left, but a penalty negated the score. After the touchdown, the onside kick was unsuccessful. Platte Valley was able to run out the clock and secure the victory.</p><p>After the game, Clifton Grooms and I discussed the game on the GRC Podcast:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="352" loading="lazy" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/2s8IVtq1D6hDIr1hN67zSA?utm_source=generator" style="border-radius: 12px;" width="100%"></iframe></p><p>We also discussed the game on Clifton's podcast, Cliff Notes:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="352" loading="lazy" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/4pYXgodhDcMYmgjZl0RI85?utm_source=generator" style="border-radius: 12px;" width="100%"></iframe></p><p>Here is the story from Maryville Forum Sports:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="519" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMaryvilleForumSports%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0FB8Dk2SgWPmFByCgxRqa2Z6yPH151WmZvzPG2WFGFABccqhsBchPr7SuceR9YR3Cl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Here is the story from Sheridan Express</p><p><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FSheridanPaper%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0AVJWFHpwKF9nJBbhT2PVJz167yuP5a4LJDbaLp39u8J3uXL4kMthqKy6FVHuMCWWl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="229" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></p><p>Here are my photos from the game:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="651" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FGrandRiverConf%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02UXCsbK75Mg9KXg7FSfRkkuqc2okiYVqeeZ1LosiCtEyNUu6wie9mjUnG53YAHPHPl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Here are Clifton's photos from the game:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="700" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpermalink.php%3Fstory_fbid%3Dpfbid0rbUbgQmC4rnBWs6scBSWZXdv7thyT5Agt9PAgAyFGivvpUgkGHTDAMBwGzTeKi1sl%26id%3D100078681643425&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Here are Maryville Forum's photos from the game:</p><p><br /></p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="481" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMaryvilleForumSports%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02CipiUj8BQeaNcAc7u1P4VBg2A6jU1QxtUwLTojLiSyTE4mqq2bnDEswZT9tBpbSQl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Here are Worth County Tiger Club's Photos of the Game:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="651" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FWCTigerClub%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0jw6Kd5Rs1gNAFh9F13eiRxzai6Y1aUQLbBxJyxyYtmfjkSnRqrzXtf8QLnfX8eypl&show_text=true&width=500" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="500"></iframe></p><p>Full video of game, courtesy of Missouri 8-Man Football Facebook:</p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="314" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMO8ManFootball%2Fvideos%2F1666499503849367%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></p><p><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="314" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMO8ManFootball%2Fvideos%2F869848631376274%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" width="560"></iframe></p>
Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-32894801814796535772023-08-19T13:06:00.002-07:002023-08-24T16:27:56.575-07:00Grand River Conference West 8-Man Football Preview<p><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></p><p><i>Sponsored by</i></p><p><a href="https://www.cintas.com/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="1906" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVVTt_lHVJzlnAb3at8iQvIXaCjKhvF5-tMwQh0gAEAcRV-x_x0TAouMRSPGmsd6WbQLnL0ZjGLz0u08mkfEt658VdpPE2l31NpgwMC4nHiqQKBk4aYOALOE2YKOrk2zda3wQ8bTDcy5hbLr-X4ed4rIY69AilwccBGqx2UuiPYWp3fVn71Ft50J6OFf4/s320/Cintas.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="http://www.greenhillsins.com" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3415" data-original-width="4995" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjBEPpAavuOXMLi6LgBpVUHN5qGgUopsYetxL-T0rXie8u1ho7CyQwiMlvkn6MYZZ5tj_BWgu1tt40-JRBtm9Hnf615M7vHFZnAhQ3y7_AvfWnBWwx9n1Sqj3d4AfxjMrfOlgQzJLrj8_CmWm1qgg7GCB4HCgKsW8I8iQSuCCKjqCllSXQBqukZ3X4aps/s320/Green_Hills.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /><br /></p><p><b>Coaches Pre-Season Poll</b></p><p>GRC West and Missouri State 8-Man defending champion North Andrew Cardinals look to defend their respective championships this year. But if they are to do so, they will have a tough road. According to the coaches, they are picked to finish second in the GRC West. Worth County Tigers are the coaches' pick to win the GRC West in 2023. The Tigers won the GRC in 2021 but finished 3rd in a very competitive race last season. North Andrew is picked to finish 2nd.</p><div>Here are the coaches' picks for the 2023 season for GRC West 8-Man:<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin7nGjPX3PvPXjMLz_EZm2AcgfPOuT8KrEE6YdZ1P26-Yi_soPvx-qeqXzjpDrD_vFGdRQOTvaVg6KSPdzdCjaGAMzlyvpzjOnpPrBkj5NP2MUEXaOO5qRvYTHY7kETjai5P-JZWRKrw9j68SXp2hdQLMelTskh5bxn-mWOghWwP1jg9gAC697okHBlQw/s233/2023%208-Man%20Football%20Poll.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="233" data-original-width="216" height="233" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin7nGjPX3PvPXjMLz_EZm2AcgfPOuT8KrEE6YdZ1P26-Yi_soPvx-qeqXzjpDrD_vFGdRQOTvaVg6KSPdzdCjaGAMzlyvpzjOnpPrBkj5NP2MUEXaOO5qRvYTHY7kETjai5P-JZWRKrw9j68SXp2hdQLMelTskh5bxn-mWOghWwP1jg9gAC697okHBlQw/s1600/2023%208-Man%20Football%20Poll.jpg" width="216" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><b>Worth County</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Worth County finished 9-3 and 4-2 in the GRC in 2022. However, all 3 of their losses were by one score and went down to the final possession. The season ended with a 40-38 thriller to eventual state champion North Andrew in the district championship game. This season, the Tigers are the pick to dethrone the Cardinals in the GRC West and possibly for the state crown as well.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Tigers lost some talented players including Levi Cassavaugh (1st Team All-Conference Running Back, Linebacker and Returner, 2nd Team All-State Linebacker), Dylan McIntyre (1st Team All-Conference Tight End and Kicker, 1st Team All-State Tight End), Jase Latham (1st Team All-Conference Defensive Lineman, 2nd Team All-State Defensive Lineman), Creed "Swampy" Wilcox (Hon Mention All-Conference Offensive Lineman), and Braxton Hightshoe.</div><div><br /></div><div>Top players returning for Worth County include Tyler New (1st Team All-Conference Punter and Hon Mention All-Conference Quarterback & Defensive Back), Elias Alarcon (2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman), and Grant McIntyre (2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Back)</div><div><br /></div><div>They expect newcomers Bo Collins and Landon Wilmes to also contribute this season.</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>North Andrew</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>North Andrew won their 7th 8-man State Championship in 2022 and their 3rd GRC 8-man Championship. They finished 13-0 and 6-0 in conference. Last year's dream season will be a tough one to follow up for the Cardinals. Coach Dwayne Williams is now retired, and his son, Dustin, has taken over.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Cardinals will have to replace 10 seniors from last year's state champion. Leading the seniors were two of the top players in the state in Hayden Ecker and Jacob Chittum. Ecker was a 1st Team All-Conference Running Back and Defensive Back, 1st Team All-State Running Back and Defensive Back, and named MOFBCA Offensive Player of the Year in the State of Missouri. Chittum was a 1st Team All-Conference Defensive End and Offensive Lineman, 1st Team All-State Defensive End and Offensive Lineman, 2nd Team All-Conference Kicker, and named MOFBCA Defensive Player of the Year in the State of Missouri. Other top seniors include Aiden Miller (1st Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman, 1st Team All-State Offensive Lineman), Dawson Eychaner (1st Team All-Conference Linebacker, 1st Team All-State Linebacker, 2nd Team All-Conference Wide Receiver), Khizer Shunk (2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman), Collin Patterson (1st Team All-State Defensive Lineman, 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Lineman), Andrew Goff (1st Team All-State Hybrid, 2nd Team All-Conference DE/LB) and Gunner Lawrence (Hon Mention All-Conference Tight End).</div><div><br /></div><div>However, at North Andrew, even when they lose ten seniors, they have talent behind them to reload. They will be led by Quarterback Braxon Linville (1st-Team All-Conference All-Purpose Back, 1st-Team All-State Athlete). Other players returning for the Cardinals include Payton Simmons (Hon Mention All-Conference Defensive Lineman), Avery Miller and Mathew Evans.</div><div><br /></div><div>Top newcomers expecting to contribute are Blaise Patterson and Jaxon Richie.</div><div><br /></div><div>New coach Dustin Williams expects the Cardinals "to stay healthy and work to compete for a conference title."</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Stanberry</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>A young team and a difficult schedule meant a lot of growing pains for the Stanberry Bulldogs in 2022. They finished 4-6 overall and 2-4 in conference. The Bulldogs hope to improve on that this season.</div><div><br /></div><div>Gone from Stanberry are Lance Wallace (All-District and 1st Team All-Conference DE/LB), Kaeden Showers (Hon. Mention All-Conference Offensive Lineman), and Gavin Cameron (Hon. Mention All-Conference Running Back and Defensive Lineman).</div><div><br /></div><div>The Bulldogs will return star running back Tucker Schieber (2nd Team All-State, All-District, and 2nd Team All-Conference Running Back, 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive End), who rushed for over 1,300 yards last season. In addition, Colby McQuinn will be back at quarterback. Decker Heyde will also return. </div><div><br /></div><div>Newcomers that expect to contribute are Calvin Smithson, Reagan Heyde, and Colby McQueen.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Shane Hilton expects the Bulldogs to be competitive within the conference and most likely to finish somewhere between the middle and the top half.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Albany</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Albany's dream season last year fell victim to one of the toughest districts in 8-man state history. After finishing the season 8-1 in the regular season and 5-1 in conference, they were seeded #5 in District 4 and had to play their first game on the road. To add injury to insult, it was a rainy and sloppy night, and they were not able to overcome their mistakes falling to East Atchison 28-20.</div><div><br /></div><div>It will be tough to duplicate this season with Kemper Cline (2nd Team All-State, 1st Team All-District, and 1st Team All-Conference Quarterback, 1st Team All-Conference Defensive Back) moving on to play at Upper Iowa. Cline is not the only key player that Albany will have to replace. Also gone from the Warriors are Truman Runnels (1st Team All-State, 1st Team All-District and 2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker, 2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman), Porter Davis (1st Team All-Conference Wide Receiver, 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Back, 2nd Team All-District Returner), Kyle Burke (2nd Team All-District and 2nd Team All-Conference Tight End, 2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker), Jerrid Bunten (2nd Team All-District and 1st Team All-Conference Defensive End, 2nd Team All-Conference Running Back), Cody Peery, Sam Miller, Troy Popplewell, and Alex Wilson.</div><div><br /></div><div>Seth Miller earned 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Linebacker last year and had 63 tackles with 7 for loss. He is returning at OL/DL along with Kole Emerson at WR/DB, Quentin Hurkman at RB/DL and Bryce Martin at OL/DL. Key newcomers include Kemper's brother, Chase, who will take over the quarterback duties, along with Andrew Wiles at OL/LB and Zane Rippy at TE/LB.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Doug Fountain said, "We have a good group of players with experience in our system and who have worked hard to develop their talents. Our success will hinge on our ability to grow into varsity roles and continue to develop as the season progresses."</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>King City</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>King City finished 7-4 overall and 3-3 in conference in 2022. Their 4 losses were to 3 of the top 5 ranked teams in the state and the eventual State runner-up Bishop LeBlond. However, they have a tall task of replacing 17 seniors from last year's team.</div><div><br /></div><div>Key players that the Wildkats will miss include Chase Moss (1st Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman and Defensive Lineman, 1st Team All-State Offensive Lineman and Defensive Lineman), Ty Mooney (1st Team All-Conference Linebacker and 2nd Team All-Conference All-Purpose Back), Ron Pulliam (2nd Team All-Conference Returner and Hon Mention All-Conference Ron Pulliam), Landan Jackson (1st Team All-Conference Defensive End), Levi Hittle, and Jacob Boone (2nd Team All-Conference Defensive End). </div><div><br /></div><div>King City will have no returning starters from a year ago, so will be relying on almost entirely newcomers including Sophomore Graham Medsker RB/LB, Sophomore Ryder Sample RB/DB, Junior Darwin Bowden QB/DB, Junior Jaxzen Johnston OL/DL, and Sophomore Tucker Mollus TE/DE. Only Johnston has varsity experience. </div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Micah Breckenridge said, "With no returning starters, we are looking to see how our young players develop throughout the season. We have a talented group of players, but their inexperience and youth at the varsity level will be in question. We have a young, but talented group. We lost 17 seniors and only return 2 seniors this year. We will have all new faces on both sides of the ball who have</div><div>been working hard during the offseason to have a successful season."</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Princeton</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Princeton finished 7th in GRC 11-man last season with a record of 1-7 overall and 1-5 in conference. However, they were unable to finish the season due to a lack of available players. This season, the Tigers are moving to 8-man with the hopes that they will be able to have the numbers to compete. They begin their first season in the GRC West picked 6th by the coaches.</div><div><br /></div><div>Andrew Rhoades leads the senior class that graduated last season. Rhoades led the team in rushing yards and tackles and earned 2nd Team All-Conference honors at linebacker, Honorable Mention All-Conference at Athlete, and All-District at running back. Other key players that the Tigers will miss include RB/LB Tyler Brown, and 3-starters on the offensive and defensive line - Jaden Finney, Hunter Foster, and Johannes Oaks. </div><div><br /></div><div>Princeton will have a lot of talent back this year that will give them a shot at competing against their new conference foes. They will be led by WR/DL Talan Holt (All-District & 1st Team All-Conference Wide Receiver and All-District & Hon Mention All-Conference Punter), OL/DL Evan Houck (Hon Mention All-Conference Offensive Lineman) and WR/DB Kelby Thomas (All-District Wide Receiver). Clay Evans returns as the quarterback in addition to linebacker. Other returning players include OL/DL Nicholas Rubio, RB/DB Cooper Boxley, RB/DB Ethan Rhoades, and RB/LB Tyler Coffman. </div><div><br /></div><div>Newcomers for the Tigers this year are Navari Payton (from Mercer) and Payton Miller (from Newtown-Harris)</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Nathan Powell said, "Stepping into the premier 8-man league in the state and knowing the level of competition we will see from week to week is exciting for us. There is definitely more enthusiasm from our athletes and a lot of anticipation from the community. We've spent the summer trying to find ourselves so to speak and now that the season is upon us, we feel pretty confident in what we have settled into. For the first time in several seasons, we have actual depth at each position which will help keep kids fresh and most importantly play a JV schedule to build experience and confidence in our younger kids. We're going to work week to week to build confidence in our kids and get better at what we're doing. We have yet to play an actual 8-man game, and we all still have plenty to improve on."</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Pattonsburg</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Pattonsburg was able to put up points on the board in 2022, but its inability to stop opposing teams was its downfall. The allowed a conference-high 63.6 points per game en route to a 3-7 season and 1-6 in the conference. The Panthers return a lot of talent this year in hopes to improve.</div><div><br /></div><div>Gone from the team are Brody Langfitt (1st Team All-State, All-District, and 1st Team All-Conference Wide Receiver, 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Back, KKWK All-Star Team) and Sam Coin (All-District and 2nd Team All-Conference Wide Receiver, All-State Academic Team).</div><div><br /></div><div>Gage Iddings (All-District and 2nd Team All-Conference Quarterback, All-District and 2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker) hopes to have another strong campaign at quarterback this season. Last year he threw for almost 3,000 yards (2,921). In addition, he had 42 touchdown passes. When you add in his rushing, he totaled 3,340 yards. Pattonsburg also returns talented wide receivers Landon Preston, who had 388 yards receiving and 6 TD, and Daltyn Sperry with 156 yards. Wyatt Maize will join the receiving core this year to give Iddings another target. </div><div><br /></div><div>Parker Virtue had a season-ending injury last season but will return for the Panthers this year. Iddings and Preston were also key players on the Panther's defense as well. </div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>SJCS</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div>St. Joseph Christian started the 2022 season with a 25-game losing streak, so their first goal was to win a game to end that streak. They were able to do that big when they defeated Northland Christian 68-0 in game 7 ending the streak at 31 games. They finished the season 1-9 overall and 0-7 in conference. The Lions will still be young again this year, but they gained a lot of experience with freshmen and sophomores getting a chunk of the playing time last season.</div><div><br /></div><div>Jacob Clabaugh (2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker) is gone along with Kellen Dunn. Returning for St. Joseph Christian will be Jaren Padgett (Hon. Mention All-Conference Defensive Lineman), Judson Smith, Vail Fruechting, Cy Carlson, Levi Miller, Logan Hubble, Peyton Hausman, Conner Wagers, and Aiden Martindell. A top newcomer for the Lions will be Shaden Morris.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Troy Schenk said he expects the team to take the next step at getting better and competing in the GRC. He is excited for another season and continuing to build the SJCS football program.</div></div>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5580798894918527233.post-53826681819540306462023-08-19T13:05:00.003-07:002023-08-19T13:05:54.415-07:00Grand River Conference 11-Man Football Preview<div><i>by Jeremy Benson, GrandRiverConference.com</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Sponsored by</i></div><div><a href="http://www.greenhillsins.com" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3415" data-original-width="4995" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT6Kl-tPEhMeUgyi0Lc1kgOTt1o25317jkBbM1XoUVMNraX-zlAvfP5MjAs1sX2kGpMF16mAbdkRjQdXNa6LwfIse7Yz-05gwdg3yhk9XzreF83nHIrzRm8ZytiiSb1jWMBNfPhAFh1SlYF8zjTfgFm1hAHhpv1GBDXHxckAlD-O-xVGwqiZXDWBtImN4/s320/Green_Hills.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="http://www.cintas.com" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="1906" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIllMHtz1ruJjlOipJHw2Gjw6b1GL8hpplIV-Q48JPldoDug_EyHPMPNUXaASkxAwyL2R4qFH16MF6ay_sr1DR0wCyGwSzMABaWbqSkKav6ypop2ofvNRU8T9-cNqOXa89n1Fw7j0d2Kkv6HcjGHNCOQhKyUbAAIBaKaTQCJEtRz5a7728UouDAFxV7UU/s320/Cintas.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><br /><u><br /></u></span></div><div><br /><i><br /></i></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Coaches Pre-Season Poll</b></div><p>Two-time defending GRC 11-Man Champion Gallatin Bulldogs look to make it three straight championships this year. According to the coaches, they are the favorites to become the first GRC football team to capture back-to-back outright titles since Hamilton won four straight from 2008 to 2011.</p><div>Here are the coaches' picks for the 2023 season for GRC 11-Man:</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz72py2rGsTDwzJ7SQ257aDNzDiX7DnomtsA4Yz-6QSR29dAlt-x2ybgL5tKQOWc290A238SwAoW2X2rkwLrndVcVTWctNpWKWFbA49Ca_mPzjfTSwHED05dynul4U5YqiH0PvWgEi3jccXvTfdqxhNcSdYDQW7r1lsWEd0mTZkHioKM1Tvn57OUAGiU8/s207/2023%2011-Man%20Football%20Poll.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="207" data-original-width="207" height="207" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz72py2rGsTDwzJ7SQ257aDNzDiX7DnomtsA4Yz-6QSR29dAlt-x2ybgL5tKQOWc290A238SwAoW2X2rkwLrndVcVTWctNpWKWFbA49Ca_mPzjfTSwHED05dynul4U5YqiH0PvWgEi3jccXvTfdqxhNcSdYDQW7r1lsWEd0mTZkHioKM1Tvn57OUAGiU8/s1600/2023%2011-Man%20Football%20Poll.jpg" width="207" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Gallatin</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Gallatin finished 10-1 in 2022, winning their 13th Grand River Conference football championship finishing 7-0. It was their second consecutive championship. They became the first team to win back-to-back outright titles since South Harrison in 2012 and 2013. The Bulldogs defeated Putnam County in the district championship game before falling to eventual state champion East Buchanan 14-6 in the state quarterfinals.</div><div><br /></div><div>Gallatin graduated a lot of talent, including Payton Feiden (1st Team All-Conference Athlete and Defensive Back), Draven Wright (1st Team All-Conference Running Back, Defensive Back, and Returner), Brett Hemry (1st Team All-Conference Defensive End, 2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Line), Isaac Bird (2nd Team All-Conference Wide Receiver and Defensive Back), Colt Baker (1st Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman and Hon Mention All-Conference Defensive Lineman), Logan Bottcher (1st Team All-Conference Linebacker and 2nd Team All-Conference Running Back), Gabe Parker (1st Team All-Conference Defensive Lineman), and Ethan Adkison (Hon Mention All-Conference Defensive End).</div><div><br /></div><div>Despite the loss of talent, the coaches still believe the Bulldogs have enough talent to take home another title. That starts at quarterback, where Peyton Baker (All-District and 1st Team All-Conference) will again be the signal caller for his senior season. Offensive Lineman Keegan McBroom (All-District and 1st Team All-Conference) and Owen Waterbury (1st Team All-Conference Tight End) are the other returning starters on offense from last season. Waterbury played tight end last season but will move to the offensive line in 2023.</div><div><br /></div><div>Baker (Defensive Back) and McBroom (All-State and 1st Team All-Conference Defensive Lineman) also return as starters on defense in addition to offense. Boston Bell (Hon Mention All-Conference Linebacker) and Jaden Wilson round out the returning starters on defense.</div><div><br /></div><div>Newcomers that expect to contribute this year include Brody Bird (Running Back and Defensive Back), Stanley Hanson (Fullback and Defensive End), Magnum Fenimore (Offensive Lineman and Defensive End), and Marquise Nielsen (Defensive Back). Waterbury will also be a first-time starter on defense at linebacker, and Wilson will be a first-time starter on offense at tight end.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Chris Holt said, "We will need to stay healthy as our depth is not what it was a year ago. We feel like we can have a very successful season."</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Putnam County</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Last year, Putnam County was picked to finish #7 in the preseason poll. However, they surprised everyone (except probably Midget fans, players, and coaches) by finishing third with a 5-2 conference record. Overall the Midgets finished 9-3 falling to Gallatin in the district championship game by the score of 21-7. It was a game with a lot of missed opportunities by Putnam County. </div><div><br /></div><div>The Midgets will not sneak up on anyone this year, with the coaches selecting them to finish second in the preseason poll. But like many in the conference, they will have to replace many talented players to challenge for the conference title.</div><div><br /></div><div>Key Players that Putnam will need to replace include Blaine Perkins (2nd Team All-Conference Athlete and Linebacker, 1st-Team All-District Running Back, KRES All-Star Running Back, 3rd-Team All-State Running Back, and KMZU Dream Team), Jake Rouse (1st Team All-Conference Wide Receiver and Defensive Back, Hon Mention All-Conference Kicker, and All-District Defensive Back), Chase Tomlin (1st Team All-Conference and 2ndTeam All-District Running Back), Brayden Walter (1st Team All-Conference and 1st Team All-District Offensive Lineman, Community Service All-State Team, and KMZU Dream Team), Vincent Jones (1st Team All-Conference Tight End and 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive End), Chase Simmons (2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker), Hunter Grabill (2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman), and Josh Myers (Hon Mention All-Conference Offensive Lineman).</div><div><br /></div><div>Quarterback Trace Riediger (2nd Team All-Conference) will return as the signal caller for the Midgets for his senior season. Riediger threw for over 1,000 yards and 10 TDs in 2022. Jude Watt (Fullback) and Tristen Hendee (Running Back) will return with Riediger in the backfield this season. Joining them as returners on offense will be Offensive Lineman Reed Valentine and Mason Robinson, Tight End Kollin Huse, and Fullback Cole Moss. Watt was also an all-district and honorable mention all-conference returner last season.</div><div><br /></div><div>All but Riediger will also play key roles on defense, with Valentine, Robinson and Hendee (2nd Team All-Conference) at defensive line, Watt (2nd Team All-Conference) at defensive back, and Huse and Moss at linebacker. Watt also earned Honorable Mention All-Conference at Returner.</div><div><br /></div><div>Newcomers that expect to contribute for Putnam are sophomores Treven Riediger (RB/LB), Angstrom Watt (RB/LB), Bentley McCormack (OL/DL), Logan Jones (TE/DL), Riley Ayers (WR/DB), and Trace Hailey (RB/DB)</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Adam Huse said, "Our seniors from last year help to set the standard of what we want Putnam County Midgets football to be doing forward. Every Friday night we hope to play a physical smash-mouth style of football game that relies on running the football and playing great defense. If we are able to achieve this we should be competitive in every game we play this year. Our goal is as always to compete for Conference Championships and District Championships and to be playing meaningful football in November."</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Milan</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Milan started off last year losing 4 of their first 6 games but ended with 4 straight wins before falling to Putnam County in the district semifinals. They were 6-5 overall and 4-3 in the GRC finishing in 4th place. The coaches have picked them to finish one spot higher in 2023.</div><div><br /></div><div>Milan graduated Daren Doporto (2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Line and Hon Mention All-Conference Running Back), Jeremy Bennett (All-State and 1st Team All-Conference Defensive Back and Hon Mention All-Conference Wide Receiver), Garrett Mosely (2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman), Chase Jacobs (Hon Mention All-Conference Defensive Line), and Christian Chaparro (1st Team All-Conference Kicker)</div><div><br /></div><div>Just like the first two teams, Milan also returns their signal caller with Ahmet Niasse coming back at quarterback for his senior campaign. In addition to playing quarterback, Niasse is a talented linebacker, having earned All-State and 1st-Team All-Conference honors at that position. He contributed over 1,000 total yards of offense and 13 touchdowns at quarterback while recording over 100 tackles on defense.</div><div><br /></div><div>Also, returning for the Wildcats are LB/RB Carlos Cotto (2nd-Team All-Conference Running Back), Kamden DeRyke at LB/TE, Jose Garcia at OLB/FB, Keaton Weter at safety, and four different linemen who all saw starting time at some point in Caleb Pearce, Troy Aldridge, Santiago Osorio, and Tony Linhart. Eddy Garcia will return in the secondary, but also saw time as kick returner as well. He will see a larger role in the running and receiving game this year with the departures of Doporto and Bennett.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Mark Cole said, "Our expectation is to compete with the upper echelon,
improve every week in preparation for a postseason play, and hopefully deeper
into November."</div><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><div><b>Trenton</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Trenton had their best season since joining the GRC in 2016. Their 2022 campaign ended with a record of 8-2 and 6-1 in conference finishing in 2nd place. With the loss of a talented senior class, the coaches expect a drop-off this season. The Bulldogs are picked to finish 4th in the preseason poll.</div><div><br /></div><div>Sam Gibson (1st Team All-Conference Running Back and 1st Team All-Conference Linebacker) leads the group of seniors that will be difficult to replace. He is joined by Dylan Spencer (2nd Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman), Tim Kempton (2nd Team All-Conference Defensive End), Ian Elbert (2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker), Tucker Otto (2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Back and Hon Mention All-Conference Wide Receiver), Coleman Griffin (2nd Team All-Conference Punter and Hon Mention All-Conference Quarterback) as players that will be difficult to replace.</div><div><br /></div><div>Key players returning for the Bulldogs are Gave Novak (2nd Team All-Conference Running Back, Defensive Back, and Returner) and four players on the offensive line - Riley Gott, Gabe Stark (Hon Mention All-Conference Offensive Lineman and 1st Team All-Conference Defensive Lineman), Collin Taylor, and Gavin Cagle (1st Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman and Defensive End)</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Kevin Hixson said, "We lost a good group to graduation but have high expectations for this year's squad. I think we had a great offseason and just need to go out and compete."</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Maysville</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Maysville got off to a good start in 2022 winning 4 of their first 6 games. However, a tough schedule down the stretch led to a 4-game losing streak culminating in back-to-back losses to Milan to end the season. They finished 4-6 with a 3-4 record in conference. The coaches expect them to finish in 4th place this year which matches their position from a year ago.</div><div><br /></div><div>If the Wolverines hope to improve on those expectations, they will need to replace talented players in Konnor Watkins (1st Team All-Conference Offensive Lineman and All-District & 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive Lineman), Kaleb Jestes (All-District and 2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker), Spencer Pliley (Hon Mention All-Conference Running Back), and Emmett Wade.</div><div><br /></div><div>Maysville will welcome back a lot of players from last season starting with their quarterback. Kris Gabbard returns as behind center for the Wolverines. He threw for 470 yards and 5 touchdowns in 2022. He will be joined by Coy Sobotka (All-District and 1st Team All-Conference Linebacker) who had 84 tackles with 23 tackles for loss, and Dillon
Willis (All-District & 2nd Team All-Conference Defensive End and Hon Mention All-Conference Tight End) with 14 TFL with 5 sacks. Other returners include Max Heintz (2nd Team All-Conference Kicker), Kobyn Metzger (Hon Mention All-Conference Wide Receiver), Tanner Evans, Kendrick Gabbard, Brock Windham, and Draken Bennett.</div><div><br /></div><div>Isaac Perkins is a newcomer that is expected to get playing time at wide receiver, running back and defensive back.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Chris McMillen said, "We have several players returning with game-time experience and a firm grasp of our expectations. We hope to continue to grow and develop as a team. The GRC is a tough, tough conference and we want to be in the mix at the top."</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Polo</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Polo started the season with two non-conference wins, and things were looking up. They then ran into Maysville in their GRC opener and fell 30-6. Polo would lose all seven conference games scoring a single touchdown in every game. They finished the season 2-8 and 0-7 in conference. </div><div><br /></div><div>This season, the coaches expect them to improve on the standings a bit by picking them 6th in a (now) 7-team conference. The Panthers will have plenty of returning players this season to try to move up in the standings. They lose Ty Claypole (Hon Mention All-Conference Linebacker, KMZU Dream Team), who led the team in tackles, and Lucas Curp, who provided a steady hand in the backfield. </div><div><br /></div><div>Like most of the GRC, the Panthers return their quarterback this season. Maverick Gentry will return for his junior campaign. Last year, he passed for over 1,200 yards and 9 touchdowns while rushing for over 500 yards. Gentry is a versatile player that also earned All-Conference honors at punter (1st Team) and defensive back (Hon Mention). Other honors for Gentry last year include All-District Quarterback and Punter, 2nd Team All-State Punter, KMZU Dream Team and KKWK top 50 area team.</div><div><br /></div><div>Other top players returning this season for Polo are WR/DB Ayden Baker (All-District & 2nd Team All-Conference Wide Receiver and Defensive Back), TE/LB Gage Gilbert (All-District & 2nd Team All-Conference Tight End), OL/DL Hunter Harris (Hon Mention All-Conference Offensive Lineman), and RB/LB Tommy Ross (All-District Linebacker)</div><div><br /></div><div>Sophomores Dalton Gatrel RB/LB, Owen Horner RB/DB, and Cody Zeigler OL/DL will be new starters that will have an opportunity to have an impact for the Panthers.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Kyle Ross said, "We were extremely young last year and it reared its ugly head in a couple of our games that came down to the last series or two. Hopefully, those situations will help us be more prepared this year to win close games. Our last game of the season was arguably our best game last year, and we need to build off of that experience. We will still be a small team, but I think we are going to get back to playing as hard as we possibly can and that will keep us competitive. I think that our passing game will continue to improve and that will also create more running lanes for our rushing attack. Defensively we are going to try and compensate for our lack of size with tenacity to the football."</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Ross also wanted Panther fans to know that they are currently working to establish new handicap-accessible restroom facilities within their athletic facility.</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>South Harrison</b></div><div><br /></div><div>South Harrison football is not used to losing seasons. Last year's 2-8 season, including 2-5 in conference, was their first losing record overall in five years and the first time they finished below. 500 in conference since 2016. The Bulldogs are trying to avoid a second consecutive losing campaign this year, but the coaches are not expecting them to improve on last season's record.</div><div><br /></div><div>They will be only one of two GRC teams that will have to replace their quarterback this season with the graduation of Jad Cornett. Other key players that they will have to replace are Grant Williams (2nd Team All-Conference Linebacker) and Beau Rainey (1st Team All-Conference Defensive End and 2nd Team All-Conference Offensive End).</div><div><br /></div><div>Top returning players for South Harrison include Braxton Booth, Briar Hudlemeyer, Jarrett Eivins, Cooper Johnson, Crae Coffey, and Ruger Johnson. </div><div><br /></div><div>Some newcomers will get the opportunity to play under the lights this year including Joel McCall, who was a very good two-way player in 2022, and Mason Galloway, who has the potential to be the go-to guy at running back.</div><div><br /></div><div>Coach Chris Schoning said, "My expectations this season are for us to get better each
game. We will have a young group but it’s a group that loves football and loves
working to get better."</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div>Jeremy Bensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04222968184569182799noreply@blogger.com0