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2014 I-70 Conference Football Schedules Concordia 8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Higginsville Orrick* Sweet Springs* Saint Paul* Santa Fe*@ Wellington-Napoleon* Lone Jack* Crest Ridge* Trenton
8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Windsor Saint Paul* Concordia* Wentworth Military Orrick* Santa Fe* Crest Ridge*@ Lone Jack* Wellington-Napoleon*
8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Archie Santa Fe* Lone Jack* Orrick*@ Wellington-Napoleon* Saint Paul* Sweet Springs* Concordia* Windsor
Saint Paul Lutheran 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.
8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Sacred Heart Sweet Springs* Orrick* Concordia* Lone Jack* Crest Ridge* Wellington-Napoleon* Santa Fe*@ Missouri Military
7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.
8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Lone Jack* West Platte Santa Fe* Lexington Crest Ridge* Concordia* Saint Paul* Orrick*@ Sweet Springs*
7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.
8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Braymer Concordia* Saint Paul*@ Crest Ridge* Sweet Springs* Lone Jack* Santa Fe* Wellington-Napoleon* Appleton City
8/22 8/29 9/5 9/12 9/19 9/26 10/3 10/10 10/17
Slater Crest Ridge* Wellington-Napoleon* Lone Jack* Concordia* Sweet Springs*@ Orrick* Saint Paul* Wentworth
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* I-70 Conference Game @ Homecoming Game
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Wellington-Napoleon* 7 p.m. Summit Christian Academy7 p.m. Crest Ridge* 7 p.m. Santa Fe* 7 p.m. Saint Paul* 7 p.m. Orrick* 7 p.m. Concordia* 7 p.m. Sweet Springs*@ 7 p.m. Archie 7 p.m.
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2013 I-70 Conference Football Results Regular and Conference Play August 30 Higginsville 42, at Concordia 26 Saint Paul 57, at Wentworth Military Academy 0 Santa Fe 78, at Slater 63 Windsor 38, at Sweet Springs 6 East Buchanan 48, at Crest Ridge 27 at Lone Jack 29, Wellington 26* at Mid-Buchanan 56, Orrick 0 September 6 at Concordia 63, Orrick 6* at Saint Paul 42, Sweet Springs 0* Crest Ridge 49, at Santa Fe 12* Lone Jack 27, at King City 20 September 13 Concordia 53, at Sweet Springs 36* at Saint Paul 77, Orrick 0* at Wellington 50, Santa Fe 44* Crest Ridge 23, at Lone Jack 7* September 20 at Concordia 20, Saint Paul 14* at Santa Fe 14, Lone Jack 7* at Sweet Springs 42, Wentworth Military Academy 0 Crest Ridge 68, at Orrick 0* September 27 Concordia 72, at Santa Fe 24* at Lone Jack 28, Saint Paul 27* Sweet Springs 34, at Orrick 0* at Crest Ridge 41, Wellington 6* October 4 Concordia 68, at Wellington 42* Crest Ridge 28, at Saint Paul 7* Santa Fe 36, at Sweet Springs 18* at Lone Jack 42, Orrick 0* October 11 at Concordia 48, Lone Jack 21* at Saint Paul 50, Wellington 12* at Santa Fe 34, Orrick 6* at Crest Ridge 53, Sweet Springs 8*
October 18 Crest Ridge 32, at Concordia 16* Saint Paul 36, at Santa Fe 8* Lone Jack 28, at Sweet Springs 6* Wellington 46, at Orrick 6* October 25 Concordia 44, at Trenton 27 Saint Paul 47, at Missouri Military Academy 0 University Academy 55, at Santa Fe 6 at Wellington 34, Sweet Springs 0* at Crest Ridge 40, Windsor 6 at Drexel 62, Lone Jack 0 at Orrick 64, Wentworth Military Academy 26 District Playoffs October 31 First Round at Concordia 72, Windsor 6 Sherwood 34, at Saint Paul 28 at Cole Camp 40, Santa Fe 14 at Crest Ridge 12, Sweet Springs 0 at Lone Jack 43, Orrick 0 at Wellington 46, Wentworth 14 November 6 Semifinals at Concordia 26, Cole Camp 19 at Crest Ridge 13, Sacred Heart 7 at West Platte 34, Lone Jack 11 Wellington 26, at Mid-Buchanan 21 November 11 District Championship Games at Crest Ridge 32, Concordia 6 at West Platte 55, Wellington 21 November 16 Class 1 Quarterfinal at Osceola 43, Crest Ridge 7
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Orioles must replace dynamic skill players by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER In his second year as the Concordia Orioles' head coach, Tom Gramates led the Orioles to the brink of the state playoffs, making it to the Class 1, District 4 championship game. Despite losing at Crest Ridge 32-6 on a bitterly cold and windy night last November, the Orioles made great strides during the season. They finished second to the Cougars in the I-70 Conference's regular-season race, their only loss being to Crest Ridge 32-16 in the regular season. Their only other regular-season loss was to Class 2 Higginsville 42-26 in the season opener. The Orioles' offense was potent for most of the season, producing 516 points (43 points per game), the most among the conference schools. In conference games, the Orioles put up 342 points (48.9ppg), again the most among all league teams. This year might be different for the Orioles as they lost almost all of their skill-position players, including three-year starting quarterback Austin Hon and two-year starting running backs Layne Baldwin and Cass Heimsoth, the latter rushing for more than 1,200 yards in his senior season and nearly 2,000 total in his junior and senior campaigns. Hon will be hard to replace as he passed for more than 1,700 yards and 23 touchdowns and rushed for another 579 yards and 13 scores. Last year, Heimsoth scored 16 rushing touchdowns and caught 25 passes for 514 yards and seven TDs. Baldwin rushed for 574 yards and two scores. Also gone is Cory Meineka, who rushed for 465 yards and five TDs and Austin Beydler, who caught 26 passes for 552 yards and nine scores. Up front, the Orioles will miss Tony Sherman and Dalton Treat. Gramates said he will move Jordan Schlueter, who was a receiver last year, to quarterback this season. A year ago, Schleueter caught 15 passes for 432 yards and seven scores. Chase Rosser and Ty Have Have aa great great year! year! Flandermeyer are listed as the team's halfbacks ― Flandermeyer rushing for 81 yards and five TDs last 211 SW 7th Street
year. Trent McGinnis and Mason Rohr will serve as split ends in the flexbone offense out of the pistol formation. “Schlueter, Galloway, Hastings, McGinnis, Flandermeyer and Rosser have the ability to help us maintain a high-powered offense,” said Gramates, who will be as-
end will be any combination of David Hemme, Braden Pfannkuch, Jon Need (one quarterback sack in 2013) or Collner. The four linebackers are slated to be Galloway (43 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, one fumble recovery, one touchdown in 2013) and Hastings (50 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, one sack, four fumble recoveries and one interception last year) as inside backers and McGinnis (17 tackles, two tackles for loss and one sack in 2013) and Lindstrom (nine tackles, one tackle for loss and one sack in 2013)on the outside. Rosser and Flandermeyer (19 tackles and one tackle for loss in 2013) are the leading candidates to be corner backs and Schlueter (26 tackles, two forced fumbles — Tom Gramates and one fumble recovery in 2013) and Rohr (two tackles and one sack last year) as safeties. “We need to eliminate giving up the sisted by J. K. Basye (13th year) and Josh Link (first big play,” Gramates said. year). Gramates points out teams cannot go to sleep when The offensive line is projected as having Evan Coll- the Orioles are kicking off. Galloway returns for the third ner and Clint Collier at the tackles, Patrick Hasting or season as the kicker. Andy Galloway at one guard and Derrick Lindstrom at “He has helped us have a very dynamic kickoff team, the other. Anchoring the line in the middle at center is recovering 16 out of 21 onside kicks last year,” Gramates slated to be Caleb Pfannkuch. said. “We return an experienced offensive line,” Gramates McGinnis also returns as the team's long snapper. said. “They have improved every year executing the “I have not had a better long snapper than Trent anyscheme.” where I have been,” Gramates said. A year ago, the Orioles allowed 174 points (24.9ppg) Overall, the Orioles have a roster of 30, including 11 in conference games and 300 (25ppg) in all games. seniors, four juniors and nine sophomores. On defense in the 34/33 scheme, Gramates will have Collier (29 tackles, two tackles for loss, one fumble recovery in 2013) at nose tackle. At defensive
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Members of the Concordia Orioles football teamfrom left include: (front row) Tanner Wilson, Cole Tyler, Sam Rodenberg, Chase Rosser, Spencer Brown, Alex Collier, Cameron Cooper, Joe Gash; (second row) Patrick Hastings, Carter Warren, David Hemme, Tate Bittiker, Abram Frerking, Mason Rohr, Jon Need, Coleton Rosser; (third row) Equipment Manager, Hannah Janik, John sparks, Nathan Janik, Assistant Coach, Josh Link, Head Coach, Tom Gramates, Assistant Coach, JK Bayse, Andy Galloway, Ty Flandermeyer, Equipment Manager, Johnnah Toole; (fourth row) Marshall Lindstrom, Clint Collier, Dalton Reynolds, Derrick Lindstrom, Caleb Pfannkuch, Zack Toole, Trent McGinnis, Evan Collner, Jordan Schlueter and Braden Pfannkuch.
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Saints return key players from 6-4 squad by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER
Vincent Engel at left guard. first-team all-conference pick last year, Stuenkel “Our offense is a mix of veterans and first- and 5 foot-9 inch, 155-pound sophomore Derek time starters,” Laubenstein, who is going to be Woodall will be the linebackers. Heading into his 41st year as the head coach assisted by Rob Tebbenkamp and Steve Jostes, Jones and Hentges are set to be the corner at Saint Paul, Larry Laubenstein has one of the said. “Our quarterback has a full year of experi- backs, with Allen, an honorable-mention allmore talented crops of returners in conference selection last year, at free the I-70 Conference. safety and Lemmons, a second-team Operating out of multiple forall-conference selection in 2013, at mations with Wing-T principles, strong safety. the Saints return starting quarter“Our linebackers and safeties will back Peter Lemmons, a 6-foot-1, be the strength of our defense,” 165-pound, senior at quarterback. Laubenstein said. “We'll have new He was honorable mention all-conplayers at corners and the interior — Larry Laubenstein line. Stopping the run is key, as is a ference last year. Luke Stuenkel, who lost his good pass rush.” junior season to an anterior-cruciLazarus Ralda, a 5 foot-10 inch, ate ligament injury, is a 6 foot tall, 265-pound junior, has the inside 170-pound senior back at running back. As a ence and understands the offense. We should be track to be the team's kicker and Lemmons the sophomore, Stuenkel earned first-team all-con- competitive.” punter. Lemmons was an honorable-mention ference status. But Laubenstein has been around the game all-conference pick last year. First-team all-conference tight end Eric long enough to know it's going to take more Overall, the Saints sport a roster of 25 playAllen, a 6 foot-5 inch, 180-pound senior, returns than the starting lineup to get it done. ers, including eight seniors, four juniors and six as tight end. “We must eliminate turnovers and stay sophomores. On the outside will be players who got some healthy,” he said. “We have very little depth.” Laubenstein thinks the conference title is up playing time last year — junior Wyatt Jones (5 He knows it all starts up front. for grabs this year. foot-8 inch, 145) and sophomore Caleb Hentges “The key will be our line,” he said. “If they “Some teams that were young last year (like (5 foot-9 inch, 140). gel, we'll be OK.” Wellington, Santa Fe and Sweet Springs) are on On the offensive front, the Saints return three A year ago, the Saints scored 243 points in the rise,” he said. “Defending champion Crest starters, including senior right tackle James Fos- conference games or 34.7 points per game. They Ridge will have to be the favorite, and even ter (6 foot-3 inch, 190). He was a second-team put up 375 points in all games or 37.5ppg. through Concordia lost some skill-position playmember on the all-conference selections. Also Defensively, the Saints were the second-best ers, they still have a solid line and a good deback is 5 foot-11 inch, 190-pound senior Zach team in the conference in league games, allow- fense. Hentges, who started the first four games last ing 96 points (13.7ppg). They gave up 130 “Lone Jack has their quarterback returning, season at right guard before he suffered torn me- points overall or13ppg. which always makes them dangerous.” dial-collateral and anterior-cruciate ligaments. On defense, the Saints will have Engel and Good Luck to all area teams this season!! Matt Nebel, a 5-10, 200-pound junior, also Hentges at ends, and Good luck this season! started the last five games at center last year. Nebel and Mayes at Curt & Karol's Newcomers to the offensive line will be 6 tackles in their 4-3 Home Center foot-3 inch, 195-pound junior Peyton Mayes at scheme. 522 S. Main – Concordia 547 S. Main left tackle and 5 foot-10 inch, 195-pound senior Foster, who was a 660-463-7447 660-463-7911 Concordia
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Members of the 2014 Saint Paul Lutheran Saints football team from left include: (front) Tomy Pan, Brett Mueller, Ryan Kollbaum, John Cowherd, Jesse Muehler, Christian Prohl, Jakob Midtun, Jeremiah Brandt; (second row) Caleb Hentges, Matthew Nebel, Lazarus Ralda, Zach Hentges, Mark Allen, Daniel Royuk, Micah Gerdts; (third row) Jacob Long, Peyton King, Marcus Johenc, Jose Alicea, Luke Stuenkel, Vincent Engel, Derek Woodall, Wyatt Jones, Isaiah Davis; (back row) Thomas Faudum, Binny Finsnes, James Foster, Martin Westad, Toergem Slettem, Eric Allan, Peyton Mays, Thomas Long and Peter Lemmons.
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Chiefs need to find replacement for Martinez's production by Hobby King S PORTS W RITER Returning nine starters on each side of the ball, the Santa Fe Chiefs could see improvement in their record in 2014. They were 4-6 last year. However, they must find some type of replacement for all-conference and all-state workhorse running back Alex Martinez, who carried the mail for more than 1,600 yards and double-digit touchdowns. Also gone are seniors Julio Ruiz and Brandon Rieves who contributed on both sides of the ball. The Chiefs will be buoyed by the return of starting quarterback Ben Hinz, a 6-foot-1, 180-pound junior. “Ben Hinz and (senior) Truman Sleeper (6-2, 175) will lead a more diverse group of play-makers,� eighthyear head coach Andy Frerking said. “The offense should be more balanced.� He points to the return of fullback Gutherie Baldwin (5-8, 189, junior), Chris Breland (5-8, 128, sophomore) and Ty Bell (6-2, 176, senior) as being important. And with the return of Ben Reeders (6-2, 210, junior) after he lost last year to injury and Luke Schmidt (6-3, 150, junior), “the opposition will not be able to key so much on one aspect of the offense,� Frerking said. Frerking also is impressed with the newcomers. “The freshman class has added some good, young depth,� he said. “Several of them should be contributing on special teams.� Leading tacklers Hinz and Sleeper are back on defense. “The defense will be led by the linebackers and the secondary,� Frerking said. “We are hoping for improved play from run stoppers up front. “A year of getting stronger and faster ought to help. However, the front line, with the addition
conference action and 273 (27.3ppg) in all games. Defensively, the Chiefs allowed 230 (32.9ppg) points in conference action and 388 (38.8ppg) in all games. The Chiefs sport a roster of 26, including four seniors, 11 juniors and two sophomores. Frerking is hopeful everything gels. “Overall, the team has had a good off-season,� he said. “The conference and district should both be strong. “Playing with great effort and staying healthy will be key for the Chiefs. Being able to play a full JV (junior-varsity) schedule should help the depth to improve throughout the season.� Frerking is hopeful the Chiefs are Frerking peaking at the end of the season when the district playoffs start.
of Joey Narron (6-0, 165, junior), will be the same players as the offensive line. They will have to show an improved level of conditioning for the defense to be improved.� Frerking is looking for the linebacking corps
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of Bell, Baldwin, Sleeper and Reeders to be the defense's backbone. “Tanner Wodrich (6-2, 185, senior) will provide physical play on the perimeter as he continues his push to be a starter,� Frerking said. Frerking notes corner back positions are “wide open.� He said returner Dillon Caton (5-11, 149, junior), Devin Breland (5-7, 129, freshman), Chris Breland and Blake Schreiman (5-9, 145, freshman) are “all making cases for playing time.� “At safety, Schmidt and Hinz have shown the ability to run down the football, and will have to limit the big plays, which plagued the Chiefs last season.� A year ago, the Chiefs scored 174 points (24.9 points per game) in Good luck this season!
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Conley, Greyhounds looking forward to challenges by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER Melvin Baker resigned after the 2013 football season, and stepping in to take over the Sweet Springs Greyhounds is Kris Conley, who knows it will be a challenge to build the team into a contender. Conley, a 2004 graduate of Jefferson City High School and 2010 graduate of the University of Central Missouri, in Warrensburg, is excited about the opportunity. “I feel welcomed with the support I am getting from the community and school,” Conley said. “I am excited to see how this year plays out. “I have high expectations, based on the work ethic and growth we have made so far this summer.” Numbers over the past couple of years had dipped into the teens as far as a roster. As of the writing of this article, the Greyhounds' roster numbers 23, including 10 seniors, six juniors and two sophomores. Although there are still competitions for starting positions going on, a number of top candidates have emerged, some of whom did not play in the past couple of seasons. Conley — who will be assisted by Ryan Armstrong, Jacob Cocoran, Zach Thomas and Vince Fink — will try to figure out a way to help out the offense. It scored 150 points last year, but needs to be more productive. It all starts at quarterback where senior Andrew Krause will call signals. He has not played since his freshman season. Last year, four different players played quarterback, with Jeffery Hall, who graduated, throwing the most passes (101). In the double wing formation Conley will utilize, 6-foot-2-inch, 180-pound senior Trevor Phillips will be the leading candidate at running back. He rushed for 202 yards and a touchdown last year. Out wide, 5-foot-11-inch, 155-pound junior Mario Persell and 5-foot-6-inch, 145-pound sophomore Levi Miller are the top prospects. Persell caught eight passes for 64 yards and a touchdown last year. Miller had one reception for 38 yards. Top candidates in the slots are 5-foot-7-inch, 160-pound junior Rhett Snider and 5-foot-8-inch, 145-pound senior Austin Boland. Snider rushed for
sack. Phillips registered 75 tackles to lead all returning players. He also added two fumble recoveries and one blocked field goal. Boland and returning starter Persell are slated to be the corner backs, with Persell totaling 22 tackles and one fumble recovery. Krause is the top candidate for safety. “We have to be tough up front and swarm to the football,” Conley said. Defensively, the Greyhounds gave up 246 points (35.1ppg) in league play and 296 points (29.6ppg) in all games. Meyer should handle kick-off duties, with Phillips being the team's punter and place— Kris Conley kicker. Conley is hopeful the team responds to the ior, is set to be the right tackle. At 6-feet-1-inch, challenge in a difficult conference. “This is a tough conference with both old tradi220 pounds, junior Garrett Hollingsworth will be the left tackle. Dillon Gilmore, a 6-foot-3-inch, tion and new,” he said. “I am new to the conference and ready to embrace the rivalries.” 235-pound senior, will be at center. The guards will be senior Trevor Harrison, who is 6 feet 2 inches tall and 195 pounds. At left guard, 5-foot-10-inch, 170-pound senior Jared Dillon is Bank here, the top prospect. there and “It is going to take a team effort,” Conley said. “We will have to sustain blocks up front and proeverywhere. tect the football. Get on the-go mobile “We have got to execute and play fast.” banking by text A year ago, the Greyhounds accumulated 102 message, web browser points (14.6ppg) in conference action. Defensively, or phone app-anywhere, the Greyhounds surrendered 296 points last year. anytime and any way Returning starters Harrison and Mitchell are the you want it. Enjoy top candidates at the end spots. Harrison had 21 security and ease at tackles, one fumble recovery and one blocked field your fingertips! goal last year. Mitchell recorded 43 tackles, three Enrollment is quick and easy when you sign into your tackles for loss and two fumble recoveries. internet Banking account. In the 4-4 defense, Hollingsworth has the inside Bank 24/7 with State Bank track to be the tackle and Gilmore the nose guard. Mobile Banking. Inside linebackers are slated to be Dillon and Phillips, both returning starters. Dillon had 56 tackles and the team's only quarterback 192 yards and hauled in three passes for 26 yards last year. Across the line of scrimmage, the Greyhounds have some size, three of the five linemen tipping the scale at more than 200 pounds. Mason Meyer, a 6-foot-1-inch, 260-pound sen-
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Members of the 2014 Sweet Springs Greyhounds football team from left include (front row) Austin Bolend, Damein Schuey, Austin Graves, Zach Giffen, Levi Miller, Dawson Meyer, Jordan Russell, Rhett Snider, Sam James, Michael Hertel; (middle row) Logan Combs, Thomas Dunkle, Justin Mitchell, Mason Meyer, Garrett Hollingsworth, Dillon Gilmore, Nick Ownby, James Markes; (back row) Andrew Krause, Austin Knipmeyer, Mario Persell, Trevor Phillips, Joseph Markes and John Markes. Not Pictured: Jared Dillon, Trevor Harrison. Have Haveaa great great year! year!
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Tigers hope to carry over late-2013 success by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER A year ago, the Wellington Tigers took a step back, at least in the first nine games of the season. They were youthful and inexperienced, picking up their play late in the season and eventually advancing to their district championship. They finished 3-4 in the I-70 Conference and 5-7 overall. Eighth-year head coach Quenton Bainbridge is hopeful the Tigers' putting things together in district play carries over to 2014. The Tigers averaged 26.3 points per game offensively in 2013. They put up 31.1 points per game in conference contests. Bainbridge will be moving 6-foot tall, 175-pound junior Dallas Reynolds to quarterback from his starting spot at running back last year. “Our quarterback has a lot of responsibility in our offense,” Bainbridge said. “He will have to play well for our offense to be successful.” In the pistol-spread formation, sophomore Dylan Brockmeyer (6-0, 175) sophomore will move into the starting role at running back. The Tigers have several receivers returning with varsity experience, including senior starter Levi Banner (5-
7, 160). They also return senior Alex Rodenberg (6-1, 175) and junior Blake Gray (5-7, 160). Moving out from behind the center to split out wide will be junior Tristan Green (6-1, 175). Duncan Hughes, a 6-0, 175 sophomore also “will see a lot of playing time, Bainbridge said. The Tigers return two starters on the line, but they also will have two underclassmen manning the tackle slots. Stepping in at the tackles are going to be 5-foot-10inch, 220 freshman Stone Willoughby on the right side and 6-foot-2-inch, 220 sophomore Matt Block at left tackle. Luke Schaberg, a 6-foot tall, 175 junior, is slated to be the right guard. One of the returning starters is 6-foot, 175 junior Zach Jenkins at left guard, with the other starter back being 6foot-2-inch, 200 junior Brock Brockmeyer at center. “Our offense is coming along well,” Bainbridge said. “We have a lot of our skill players back and should be poised to be very successful.” “We are pretty inexperienced up front,” Bainbridge said. “We will have to continue to improve on the line if we want to be successful.” On defense, the Tigers allowed opponents 34 points per game in conference play and 34.2 PPG in all games last year.
Defensively, the Tigers return eight starters, including all of their linebackers. On the front are slated to be Dylan Brockmeyer and returning starter Jenkins at defensive ends. Brock Brockmeyer, Willoughby and Block are listed as tackles. Reynolds, Rodenberg and Schaberg are the heart of the defense as returners as linebackers. They also have all of their defensive backfield back, including Banner and Gray at corner backs and Green at free safety and Hughes at strong safety. “We are going to have to tackle,” Bainbridge said. “We are going to have to not allow the big plays.” All of the kicking specialists are back, too. Banner is scheduled to kick off, Gray do the place-kicking and Reynolds the punting. Bainbridge, who has a roster of 23, including two seniors, seven juniors and six sophomores, thinks Crest Ridge still is the front-runner in the league. “They have a lot of their talent back from last season and should be tough in all phases,” Bainbridge said. “Lone Jack, Concordia and Saint Paul will all be very good football teams and could make a run for the conference title. Santa Fe will be good, headed up by (Ben) Hinz and returning most of their line. But they will have a tough time replacing (Alex) Martinez.”
Despite graduating key seniors, Cougars still talented by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER For the first time since 1999, the Crest Ridge Cougars claimed the I-70 Conference crown outright in 2013 by finishing off a perfect 7-0 run. The Cougars, who advanced to the Class 1 quarterfinal round before being beaten at Osceola, finished 11-2 overall. The price they paid was the loss of numerous marquee players, including quarterback Ethan Matthews, to graduation. Matthews, who accounted for 2,160 yards of total offense and 37 touchdowns rushing and passing, was voted the conference's offensive most valuable player. He was the first-team selection at quarterback and linebacker in the conference. He also earned all-state honors as an all-purpose player. “We lost a lot of good football players to graduation, and there are several holes to fill,” Cougars' seven-year head coach Chris Cavanah said. The Cougars also lost offensive linemen Caleb Thomas and Johnny McCannon. Thomas earned all-conference first-team honors on offense and was third-team all-state. McCannon was a third-team all-stater as a defensive lineman with 56 tackles and six sacks. Dallas Hoffman was a go-to player on the outside as a receiver, and he earned first-team all-conference as a kicker. He also was second-team all-conference as a receiver, hauling in 22 aerials for 291 yards and six scores.
Others who graduated included Sheldon Brown (RB/FS), Nick Gillotti (DL), Austin Bestgen (WR/DB), Austin Fitterling (WR/DB), Brandon Erisman (WR/LB), Justin Evans (WR/DB) and Dusty Stone (OL/DL). Brown (68 tackles, six interceptions) earned all-conference second-team status as a free safety and Gillotti (41 tackles) second-team all-conference on the defensive line. “Last year's senior class had a lot of talent, and they great leaders, both on the football field and in the weight room,” Cavanah said. The Cougars averaged 257 yards rushing and 347 yards of total offense per game. They scored 63 touchdowns, scoring 425 points (32.7ppg) overall and 294 (42.0ppg) in conference games. On defense, the Cougars recorded 29 sacks and picked off 22 passes while limiting opponents to 166 points (12.8ppg) in all games and 56 points (8.0ppg) in league contests. The cupboard is far from barren as several players return with an abundance of experience and post-season experience and honors. “There are a few players who have played big roles for us in the past that will need to step up and play bigger roles for us this year,” Cavanah said. The list of returning starters includes seniors Cole Renick and Justin Donald and juniors Matt Dick and Noah McCune. Renick was the Defensive MVP and firstteamer in the conference at linebacker with 138 tackles, 5-1/2 sacks four fumble recoveries. He also was a third-
team all-stater. Donald was a first-team all-conference and a second-team all-state defensive back 69 tackles and seven interception. He also earned second-team status as a running back, a position where he gained 1,131 yards and 13 TDs. Dick earned all-conference first-team status as an offensive and defensive lineman, at which he registered 44 tackles and 4-1/2 sacks. Cavanah said the Cougars were strong on defense last year and will need to be again this year. “Defensively, we were very good last season, only giving up 6.8 points per game in our 11 wins,” he said. “We will need to have a great defense again this year to have similar success.” “Offensively, we need to find some guys that can step up and carry our team,” Cavanah said. “The past few seasons, Matthews has been that guy. Now it's time for somebody else to do it. “We have several players who are capable, but we've got to see how it all comes together.” Cavanah, who will be assisted by Jake Vencill, Flip Courter, Mark Amos, Keagan Prather and Ross Parker, is hopeful last year's success continues. “I'm excited for the season to get started and try to build on our recent success,” he said. “It will be a tough task with several really tough teams in our conference and district. We need to be prepared every Friday night for a dogfight.”
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Bearcats have roster of 18 for first-year coach by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER Ever since Pat Richard left for Oak Grove following the 2010 season, the Orrick Bearcats have been trying to gain their footing on the gridiron. They have been slipping for a while, and now they will be under the direction of their third head coach in four seasons as David Rash will be taking over the program. Rash is a 1988 graduate of Grandview High School and 1993 graduate of
the University of Central Missouri, in Warrensburg. He is excited about the opportunity and will have a roster of 18, including six seniors, to try to turn around the Bearcats' fortunes. They have been able to beat the Wentworth Dragons the last few years but not many other teams. They are coming off a 1-9 season and will be moving to a flex-bone offensive attack with senior Dean Opoka being the quarterback. Senior Tyler Crow, junior Bryar Martin and sopho-
more Alex Stockton are slated to be in the backfield with Opoka. Sophomores Colin Inks and Stephen Curley are in line to be the starting right and left tackles, respectively, across the front line. Sophomore Doug Lindeman is the top candidate to start at right guard and freshman Walker Easley at left guard. The only upperclassman on the offensive line will be Merl Lebo at center. “We will rely on the run with a ballcontrol offense,” said Rash, who will be assisted by Mitch Comstock, Stephen
Smothers, Brian O'Dell and Ben Thomason. “It will take all 11 players (for us to be successful).” Defensively, the Bearcats will line up in a 4-3 scheme. Starters haven't been decided at the time of this writing. “We will stress playing smart and physical defense,” Rash said. A year ago, the Bearcats scored 18 points (2.6ppg) in conference action and 82 points (8.2ppg) in all games. On defense, they allowed 369 points (52.7ppg) in league play and 494 (49.4ppg) in all games.
Mules return Brandon, Kirk to lead team by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER Coming off a season where his Lone Jack Mules were over .500 in the I-70 Conference and on the season, thirdyear head coach Jason Fenstermaker is excited to get the season started. Having their starting quarterback and a starting running back returning might give the Mules, who were knocked out of the state playoffs with a 34-11 loss to West Platte in the Class 1 round of 32, a little advantage. Fenstermaker, who will be assisted by Ken Howard, Garrett Beck, Dustin Darby, Dan Tuttle, Marcie Fenton and Joseph McCorkle, says the Mules will be young and inexperienced at some positions. Offensively, the Mules used their ground game to produce the bulk of their yardage out of spread formation. Back this season is 6-foot-1, 180-pound junior Joey Brandon as the signal caller. He rushed for a team-high 993 yards and 14 touchdowns. Also back is starting running back Nick Kirk, a 5-11, 175-pound senior who gained 822 yards and scored 10 rushing touchdowns. Brandon also threw for 639 yards and four scores. ®
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A pair of sophomores return with experience on the outside. Tyler Berry, who is a big target at 6-4, 220 pounds, hauled in three passes for 35 yards last year. Justin Moore (5-10, 165) caught six aerials for 81 yards. Up front, the Mules could be a work in progress, according to Fenstermaker. “The offensive line is going to be young and inexperienced,” he said. “We will be working to try to find our best five.” Offensively, the Mules scored 162 points (23.1ppg) in conference games and 243 points (22.1ppg) in all games. Defensively, the Mules gave up 144 points (20.6ppg) in league contests and 260 points (23.6ppg) in all games. On defense, the Mules return some starters but will need to plug in other play-makers. “We will have many young kids trying to earn a job at our two defensive end spots,” Fenstermaker said. Senior Trevor Wilson (5-11, 275) will anchor the line, moving from his starting spot at middle linebacker last year to nose guard. He totaled 36 tackles as a junior. Fenstermaker says four of the five linebackers will be new. “Moore and Brandon will be on the outside for us (at
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Lady Orioles return five starters by Hobby King S PORTS W RITER Coming off a season where the Concordia Lady Orioles were nipping at the heels of Saint Paul and Santa Fe, sixth-year head coach Leslie Basye is hopeful 2014 will be her team's year. The Lady Orioles lost only one senior in outside hitter Cassidy Brockman, who had a 28-percent kill rate. Back is a slew of players with varsity experience, including 5 foot-6 inch junior Cailey Cooper, 5 foot-6 inch senior Brittany Reinwald and 5 foot-4 inch junior Mallory Scherer as outside hitters. Cooper had 106 kills a year ago. “(She) has worked extremely hard in the off-season, and it is paying off in her attacks,” Basye said. Scherer had a 43 percent kill percentage and Reinwald 33 percent on the right side. Showing potential to play in the front row are 5 foot -6 inch freshmen Madyson Langkrahr and Sami Brackman. “Mariah Rudy (6-0 sophomore) is moving to the right side this year to capitalize on her blocking ability,” Basye said. In the middle, the
Lady Orioles return 6 foot-2 inch junior Ellison Brunkhorst. “(She) was a big threat at the net last year with 188 kills,” Basye said. “She has put in the time in the off-season and is showing great improvement in blocking and swinging.” G l o r i a Sarah Reed/The Concordian Guier, a 5 foot8 inch junior, The 2014 Concordia Lady Orioles volleyball team is: (front row) Brittany Reinwald, also is a reShelby Spaulding, Meredith Scherer, Bailey Heimsoth, Stephanie Dennis, Cassie Colturning starter born; (center) Callista Keith, Kayla Davis, Mallory Scherer, Madyson Langkrahr, Laura in the middle. Edwards, Samantha Brockman, Makayla Hartwig; (back) Coach Leslie Bayse, Gloria “I'm look- Guier, Cailey Cooper, Moriah Brooks, Ellison Brunkhorst, Mariah Rudy, Bethany Steen, ing forward to McKena Meyer and Coach Aimee Bredehoeft. seeing her excel in her gression of the Lady every aspect of the Good luck this season! position this year,” Orioles' hitters every game, and for the Lady Curt & Karol's Basye said. practice and is happy Orioles to have a sucHome Center Setters are slated to with the defense. cessful season, they 522 S. Main – Concordia be Reinwald and Mal“(Defense) is going need to get better all 660-463-7447 lory Scherer. to be a strong asset the time. Junior Meredith once we get all compo“(We need to) keep Good Luck to all area teams this season!! Scherer will be the nents working to- moving forward and libero, according to gether,” she said. progressing in each asBasye. She thinks the Lady pect of our game,” she Basye said she is Orioles will excel in said. 547 S. Main excited to see the pro660-463-7911 Concordia
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Lady Saints will try to regain control of conference by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER Aaron Marsh's Saint Paul Lady Saints volleyball team lost grip of the I-70 Conference title for the first time in his head-coaching career at the school last year. They will be gunning to get back to the top of the heap and have three starters returning to try to do that. The Lady Saints did win a district championship, advancing to the state tournament, losing in the sectional round in three sets to Summit Christian Academy. They wound up 27-10 overall and 6-1 in the I-70 Conference. Marsh — who will be assisted by Amanda Meineka — Andrea Kueck and Esther Mehl, has a roster of 14, including four seniors, two juniors and four sophomores. Gone are starters Hadley Rolf, Bre Vogelsmeier and Alyssa Hamblen. At outside hitter, the Lady Saints return Tiffany Bennett and Gabby Kueck. Rebecca Roepe is a returning starter at middle hitter. Also slated to
play in the middle is Anna Colwell. Shannon Peters is back as the team's starter at setter. Kueck, Meghann Roepe and Caroline Hagan also could fill in opposite Peters in the other weak-side slot, according to Marsh. Emily Aversman is the leading candidate to be the team's libero or defensive specialist. “I feel like we have four very talented offensive players—Tiffany, Becca, Gabby and Shannon,” Marsh said. “These four will no doubt carry us offensively,” Marsh said. Marsh said the Lady Saints have some decent height in the middle to put up a block. “Otherwise, we are focusing a lot on ball control, because if we don't, we know we will not be able to use our very strong hitters,” Marsh said. The Lady Saints should have a strong attack. “Our offense and aggressive serving is what should help us put pressure on teams,” Marsh said. He said a key to the season is how well the Lady Saints play on the back row, limiting opponents' extra
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Members of the 2014 Saint Paul Saints volleyball team from left include: (front) Clara Nebel, Meghann Roepe, Emily Aversman, Tiffany Bennett, Gabby Kueck; (back row) Kalae Roeske, Karoline Gjerde, Anna Colwell, Rebecca Roepe, Astri Oeuri and Shannon Peters. chances. He also said a key is “how much intensity we play defense with.”
Marsh said four to eight girls could be added to the roster early in the season.
Experience returns for Lady Tigers by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER A year ago, the Wellington Lady Tigers' volleyball team went finished in the upper half of the I-70 Conference under the direction of Peggy Tuter. Now, Tuter will be entering her fourth year as mentor of the Lady Tigers with the majority of the starters returning. Gone from a year ago are middle hitter Kaitlyn Jones and setter Christa Beckemeyer. The roster numbers 20, including four seniors and two juniors. Top middle hitters for the Lady Tigers are 5 foot-10 inch senior Tori Florence, who also will play some on the right side, and 6 foot-3 inch senior Mikayla Lohsandt. Also in position to claim the starting position at outside hitter is 5 foot-8 inch senior Abbie Thompson, with 5 foot-7 inch junior Morgan Weedman in line to be a starter at outside or middle hitter.
Two players vying for setter are 5 foot-4 inch junior Jaime Ruskey and 5 foot-7 inch sophomore Sammy Blystone. Madison Thornburg, a 5 foot-7 inch senior, will serve as the team's libero. “These were all returning starters from last year,” Tuter, who will be assisted by Derek Twombly, said. “Sammy Blystone had limited time last year but will move into a more permanent position (this season).” Tuter is hopeful the Lady Tigers have a solid season. “My seniors have been with me for four years. We are going to finish what they started as freshHave Have aa great great year! year!
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Loads of talent returning for Lady Chiefs by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER Last year was another banner season for the Santa Fe Lady Chiefs on the volleyball court. In addition to making it to their fourth straight Class 1 Final Four and coming away with third place, they also dethroned four-time reigning I-70 Conference champion Saint Paul, winning the league with a perfect 7-0 mark. The Lady Chiefs, who finished 30-4-4 overall, lost two starters and one reserve off of last year's squad. Gone are starters Brooke Barnett, one of two setters, and Mikiah Zumalt, a starting outside hitter. Tristan Sowers a reserve outside hitter. Barnett dished out 404 assists and 102 digs and earned first-team allconference and all-region accolades. Zumalt totaled 58 kills and 45 digs. The Lady Chiefs have a roster of 20, including four seniors, seven juniors and two sophomores. They are buoyed by the return of four starters to a potent lineup. Courtney Bishop is a 5-7 junior outside hitter who pounded 95 kills, served up 17 aces and had 47 digs. “Courtney is one of our power hitters,” fourth-year head coach Kinsey Harms said. “She has shown great leadership ability and inspires the girls to keep working hard in practice.” In the middle, the Lady Chiefs return starter Lexi Smith, a 5 foot-9 inch senior who amassed 378 kills. She also had 28 service aces, 139 digs, 45 solo and 34 assisted blocks. She was first-team all-conference, all-district, all-region and all-state. “Lexi has continued to push herself to get better,” Harms said. “She's focusing on fixing the little things that can make her go from a good volleyball player to a great volleyball player.” Another returning starter is 5 foot-8 inch Junior Kylie Limback, who blasted 334 kills and 37 aces. She also had 134 digs, 34 solo and 26 assisted blocks, earning first-team all-conference, all-district, all-region and all-state. “Kylie is pushing Lexi every day,” Harms said. “They've been so lucky to have each other as competition. Neither one of them would be who they are without each other. “I've seen players with tons of talent and zero drive. Kylie is great because she's a workhorse and loves the game.” Lauren Wiggins, a 5 foot-6 inch junior, also is a returning starter, dishing out 392 assists. She also accumulated 37 aces and 105 digs. “She's done a great job of taking charge of our offense,” Harms said. “She's consistent and becoming more and more creative.” Kenzie Phillips, a 5 foot-3 inch junior, returns as
the starting libero. She made 168 saves last year. “Kenzie has shown great leadership in our defensive drills,” Harms said. “Her confidence and knowledge of hitter tendencies make her a great passer.” Also returning as varsity players trying to earn starting roles are 5 foot7 inch junior Photo courtesy of Lee Studio Leigha Graf, 5 Members of the 2014 Santa Fe Lady Chiefs Volleyball Team are: Cara Hinz, Brittany Dillon, foot-5 inch sen- Kenzie Phillips, Caitlyn Aversman, Alexa Begemann; (second row) assistant coach Brian Crutchior Masey Peters field, Emily Limback, Kalyn Dillon, Lauren Wiggins, Courtney Bishop, Kylie Limback, Kimber and 5 foot-6 LaGore, Lydia Wetter, manager Phoebe Tieman, head coach Kinsey Harms; (back row) Hope inch junior Massey, Abby Zitelman, Katey Peters, Masey Peters, Lexi Smith, Sadie Limback and Leigha Abby Zitelman. Graf. “Leigha is “Passing will be the key to our success,” Harms very versatile, which opens up opportunities for other players on the court,” Harms said. “Her biggest said. “If we can pass the ball consistently enough, our strength is her blocking ability. She has the height and hitters will be hard to stop.” She said keeping every player healthy also is ima jumping ability to play a large role for us on the portant. “We cannot bottom out or become content front row. “Masey is an excellent server. Even if I do not with our play,” Harms said. “The leaders of this team choose to use her in the outside position, she will def- are very inspired kids. I think they will continue to work hard to improve.” initely be a choice server for us. Harms said the I-70 will be tough. “In this area, “Abby has always been one of most talented passers. I like her in the outside position for her de- no one can be overlooked,” she said. fense.” Freshman 5 foot-9 inch Sadie Limback could contribute on the varsity level. “Sadie has all the talent in the world to become an amazing setter and right-side hitter,” Harms said. Her height and her power on the front row are her biggest strenghts. She's made our size on the front row much bigger than we've been in the past.” 309 S. Miller Street, Sweet Springs, MO The Lady Chiefs also have 5 foot-4 inch senior (660) 335-0077 Katey Peters and 5 foot-5 inch senior Molly Mahoney vying for playing time. Sunday 7 a.m - 12 p.m • Mon - Thurs 6 a.m - Close • Fri - Sat 6 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. Harms is impressed with a number of aspects of Taco Tuesday! the Lady Chiefs' game. “We have more height and $1.50 hard taco • $1.75 soft taco • $1.50 draws • $2 Domestic Beer power than I've ever felt we've had in the past,” she said. “The experience behind the juniors and seniors will carry us a long way.” Getting the ball to the powerful hitters is going to be important.
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Woolsey returns to Majority of starters back for lead Lady Cougars Lady Greyhounds by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER
by Hobby King SPORTS WRITER Katie Woolsey will return to lead the Crest Ridge Lady Cougars on the volleyball court. Woolsey, who will be entering her sixth year as head coach, has a roster that numbers 20, including five seniors, seven juniors and four sophomores. The Lady Cougars lost three seniors, including Kennedy Dick, who saw significant varsity playing time, according to Woolsey. The Lady Cougars return seven players with varsity experience. Returning outside hitters are senior Whitney Hutcherson and junior Kyla Nimsgern. Junior Megan VanHarn is new to the program and provide the team height at 5-10, according to Woolsey. There are two returning varsity players as middle hitters in juniors Lily Hunter and Kaylee Schmidli. Junior Heather Delana is a returning varsity player at setter. Sophomore Timber Erisman also is a setter. “Both are quick and have good hands,” Woolsey said. They are competing for playing time.” Senior Kelsie Seaman returns and does senior Leah Kemple, battling for the libero spot. “Both are quick and are good passers,” Woolsey said. Woolsey said several players can hit. “Lily and Kaylee are our strongest hitters,” she said. “The outsides are developing more consistency.” Woolsey said the team's defense needs improvement. “This group works hard and is very coachable,” Woolsey said. “So our defense will improve quickly.” Woolsey said she is happy with the work ethic. “(It's an athletic group with an eagerness to improve,” she said. But not being consistent is a problem. Woolsey said the Lady Cougars need to improve daily and focus on taking care of their side of the net.
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The Orrick Lady Bearcats' volleyball team will be under the direction of a new head coach in 2014. Mentoring the Lady Bearcats will be Lauren Duvall, a 2009 Crest Ridge High School and 2013 graduate of the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. Duvall is familiar with the Lady Bearcats' program having been an assistant coach on the varsity level and the junior high head coach last year. She also has head-coaching experience, leading the Crest Ridge junior-high team in 2009 and 2010. The Lady Bearcats, who won the Class 1, District 15 championship in 2013 before losing to Santa Fe in the sectional round of the state playoffs, lost four players — Madison Winters, Sydnee McGlothlin, Shaina Cook and Madison Endsley-- to graduation. “All contributed leadership to the team,” Duvall said. Endsley earned all-conference and all-district honors. Duvall has a roster of 18, including three seniors, five juniors and five sophomores. Hannah Thurnau, a 5 foot-5 inch junior, is a returning starter as an outside hitter. “She is recovering from a previous injury, but will be a great addition when she returns,” Duvall said. “We have several young players that we are looking to step up to the challenge of filling varsity shoes.” Senior Sam Fulte, a 5 foot-9 inch middle hitter, returns as a starter. She also earned all-conference and all-district honors. “Her natural athletic ability makes her a threat on offense and defense,” Duvall
After being under the direction of Gayla Surber the last 3-1/2 years, the Lone Jack Lady Mules' volleyball team will now be head coached by Jerry MacLean, who last was head coach in the first half of the 2010 campaign. MacLean has a lengthy list of experience as a volleyball head coach including nine years at Blue Springs South, four years at Pleasant Hill and four years at Santa Fe, where he also was head football coach for eight to 10 years. MacLean, who will be assisted by Senae Fenton, takes over a program that lost a key player, Hailey Nazworthy, to graduation. Nazworthy received a scholarship to play voleyball at Missouri Valley College in Marshall this fall. MacLean who was an assistant football coach last year, hasn't set a starting line-up yet, but he did mention three players vying for starting spots as outside hitters. The list includes seniors Rachel Anderson and Sammy Kralicek, both of whom started last year, and sophomore Ashton Stroupes. At middle hitter, MacLean said there are four top candidates including senior Sammy Lund, sophomores Savannah Lyons and Andie Arnone and freshman Malaina Kirk. “They work really hard. We just don't have any seasoned hitters,” MacLean said. MacLean said the Lady Mules will be least experienced at setter where four players are trying to nail down the starter's role. He said senior Lydia Becbar, sophomore Taylor Meeks and freshmen Mattie Eichelburger and Kennedy Hurlock. MacLean said the strength of the team is its passing. But the hitters are not tall, many of them Good luck to all the area teams! being around 5 foot-2 inches in height. “They are willing to put in the effort to get better,” Over 19,000 Pairs of Boots he said. WESTERN HOME DECOR MacLean said he is APPAREL & GIFTS www.kleinboot.com ready to get back to volleyball after being on the side(800) 258-BOOT (2668) lines of the gridiron. Exit 49 • I-70 & 13 Hwy. Mon-Sat: 9 to 7 “I like all of the sports, 19715 Outer Rd. Fridays ’till 8 but volleyball is the best to Higginsville, MO 64037 Fax (660) 584-6455 me,” he said.
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Madison Fulte, who played varsity last year. “She has determination and is a natural athlete,” Duvall said. “Madison is young, but is developing skills and knowledge to become an outstanding player.” Setter is a position up in the air. “We have a couple of young athletes that have been working during the off-season to improve their setting skills,” Duvall said. “Sophomores Madison O'Dell and Kaitlin Arnold are both potential varsity setters. Both girls have the ability to play as hitters, as well.” Sydney Boude, a 5-5 junior, is a top candidate to be the libero. “Boude has previous experience as a defensive specialist,” Duvall said. “She is constantly improving her passing technique.” Duvall said the Lady Bearcats' hitters should be solid. “We are building strength every day,” she said. “The girls are learning to put power behind their hits and to be accurate with approaches and swings.” Duvall thinks defense will be a strength. “We have some great passers and girls that will work hard for the good of the team,” she said. Lack of experience on the varsity level could be a negative. “I'm sure whoever fills the varsity spots will learn quickly on what to expect,” Duvall said. So, what has to happen for the Lady Bearcats to be successful? “We need to focus on being consistent and accurate,” Duvall said. “We need to continue to work on fundamentals. If we improve the little details in our fundamentals, we will be very successful.”
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