Sports

Area softball at Dave Lee Classic

Published by admin on Thu, 06/13/2024 - 11:28am

CONRAD - AGWSR, host BCLUW and South Hardin all took to Dave Lee Field for two days of softball action this weekend, each facing struggles over their three games.

AGWSR trending upward as Kerns takes the reins

Published by admin on Thu, 06/13/2024 - 11:25am

ACKLEY - Justin Kerns knows the possibilities are there.
He’s watched younger players develop into experienced starters in his three years as an assistant for AGWSR baseball. Finally, a lineup of tested athletes can take the field, ranging from pitching to hitting.
“We got a lot of experience finally on the field, and a stable of arms we’re not afraid to throw out there,” Kerns said. “We know we could have something special. Everyone is excited to play each night.”

Tigers pick up hard-fought wins over Spartans

Published by admin on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 12:19pm
ELDORA - South Hardin softball’s first NICL West doubleheader of the season last week came with two wins, but not without a fight to secure both from an improved Spartans squad. 
Hits were hard to come by between the two rivaling programs in the first game. It wouldn’t be until the bottom of the third before junior Alli Sheldahl broke the ice, yet was thrown out stealing on the next play. The Tigers had their chances with runners on base, yet couldn’t come up the drive to send anyone home in the first five innings. 

Tigers earn split with Spartans in first doubleheader

Published by admin on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 12:13pm
ELDORA - Talent, potential, aggressive play. 
Nathan Weig might not have a lot of guys out for South Hardin baseball in his first season as head coach, but all three elements are there for the Tigers this season. 
“Our goal is to be aggressive all year long and push teams like Grundy Center to have to work harder,” Weig said. “It’s been the message since our first game.”
South Hardin showed a glimpse of their potential with an 8-4 win over Grundy Center in the first game of a NICL Conference doubleheader on Tuesday. 

Tigers earn split with Spartans in first doubleheader

Published by admin on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 2:01pm

ELDORA - Talent, potential, aggressive play.
Nathan Weig might not have a lot of guys out for South Hardin baseball in his first season as head coach, but all three elements are there for the Tigers this season.
“Our goal is to be aggressive all year long and push teams like Grundy Center to have to work harder,” Weig said. “It’s been the message since our first game.”
South Hardin showed a glimpse of their potential with an 8-4 win over Grundy Center in the first game of a NICL Conference doubleheader on Tuesday.

Tigers pick up hard-fought wins over Spartans

Published by admin on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 1:57pm

ELDORA - South Hardin softball’s first NICL West doubleheader of the season last week came with two wins, but not without a fight to secure both from an improved Spartans squad.
Hits were hard to come by between the two rivaling programs in the first game. It wouldn’t be until the bottom of the third before junior Alli Sheldahl broke the ice, yet was thrown out stealing on the next play. The Tigers had their chances with runners on base, yet couldn’t come up the drive to send anyone home in the first five innings.

Comets outlast Royals in 10 innings, 5-4

Published by admin on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 1:55pm

MCCALLSBURG - A late night 5-4 win at Colo-Nesco on Friday capped off a 4-0 streak for BCLUW softball last week, and all it took was 10 innings before the Comets got the hit they needed. “We were finding ways to lose this game,” coach Megan Yantis said with a laugh. “Too many mental errors in critical situations that we don’t normally have. It was nice to see our defense buckle down and help get us a win.” The Comets got runners on base early, sending them home off bats from junior Raegan Crawford and Maliah Gunderson for a 3-0 lead in the top of the first.

Comets baseball already ahead of last season’s curve

Published by admin on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 1:51pm

TRAER - The hits were hard to come by on Wednesday, but they have been there this season for BCLUW baseball. Despite an 11-0 shutout against the Iowa Star’s top pitcher from North Tama, the Comets have already hit the ball better than last season, and scored more runs because of it. In 18 games last season, the Comets produced 86 and scored 26 runs. Eight games into the 2024 season, BCLUW have 55 hits and have scored 38 runs. “When you’re hitting the ball better, you’re getting on base more frequently and scoring more runs,” Matt Zoske said.

Below signs with Central volleyball

Published by admin on Wed, 06/05/2024 - 1:48pm

Clara Below’s impact on the volleyball court was felt in the 2023 season for South Hardin, and her strong senior year convinced her to take her career beyond high school to Central College beginning this fall.
“I decided I wanted to play volleyball in college during my senior season because my skills grew throughout the season, so I decided to look into playing volleyball in college,” Below said. “I’m looking forward to enhancing my skills and continuing to grow in volleyball.”

Keaveny rounds out senior season at State Golf

Published by admin on Mon, 06/03/2024 - 1:32pm

BOONE - South Hardin senior Bella Keaveny teed off for the final time as a Tiger at the 2024 Class 2A State Golf Tournament at Cedar Pointe Golf Course from Thursday to Friday, placing 46th among the best golfers in that class.
Keaveny quickly learned that Cedar Pointe was quite a jog to get through. The long course took a toll, and she shot a 97 over 18 holes on the first day.
“I felt very defeated after the first day because I golfed my worst,” Keaveny said. “I tried to forget about it and try again the next day and set the standard that I wanted to do better.”

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