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CADILLAC
BOYS BASKETBALL
Cadillac Boys Basketball

Dec. 06 REED CITY
7:00
Dec. 09 Gaylord
7:00
Dec. 13 TRAVERSE CITY
CENTRAL
7:00
Dec. 17 TC St. Francis
7:00
Dec. 19 Benzie Central
7:00
Jan. 03 MCBAIN
5:30
Jan. 06 Alpena
7:00
Jan. 10 TRAVERSE CITY WEST 7:00
Jan. 17 LUDINGTON
7:00
Jan. 20 PETOSKEY
7:00
Jan. 23
Jan. 27
Jan. 31
Feb. 03
Feb. 09
Feb. 14
Feb. 17
Feb. 24
Feb. 28
Mar. 02
Mason County Central 7:30

GAYLORD
7:00
KALKASKA
7:00
ALPENA
7:00
Traverse City Central 7:00
Manistee
7:00
Petoskey
7:00
BAY CITY JOHN GLENN7:00
Traverse City West
7:00
Mt. Pleasant
7:00
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benzenberg
style In typical Cadillac fashion, we will
(f), Spencer Fisher (g), Hunter Rensberry (f)

and Noah Zdrodowski (c)
newcomers Tipp Baker (g), Cale
Mickelson (f), Maddux Hoaglund (g) and Jacob Kochanny (c)
strengths We will play hard and do
our best to dictate tempo. We have some
veteran returners that now know what it
takes night in and night out in the Big North
working on We need to figure out
the 5 spot, and a solid third scoring option.
We have a few young kids up with us that
deep this year. I think both TC schools will be

solid as well as Petoskey. Gaylord is very talented and big and Im interested to see how
that translates
goals It all starts with competing in the
tough BNC, which typically prepares us for
March Madness. Ultimately, winning a district
and regional championship is the expectation that Coach Mac has set forums to strive
for every year.
experience five seniors, seven juniors,
one sophomore and one freshman
will have to play and contribute right away.
play a hard-nosed style of defensive which
record 9-11 overall

will hopefully allow us to get out and run on
returnees Kegan Brooks (g), Cooper offense
Benson (g), Vinny Jenema (f), Gavin Daniels conference I think the BNC is really
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The 2016-17 Cadillac boys basketball team. Front manager Jacob Jacobson,
Clayton McCarthy, Hunter Rensberry, Gavin Daniels, Spencer Fisher and Noah
Zdrodowski. Back Tipp Baker, Cale Mickelson, Cooper Benson, Kegan Brooks,
Jake Kochanny, Tanner Cochrane, Maddux Hoaglund, Vinny Jenema and Jared
McDaniels.
Cadillac Girls Basketball

Nov. 29 Benzie Central
7:00
Dec. 02 Gaylord
7:00
Dec. 06 Reed City
7:00
CENTRAL
7:00
Dec. 13 Manistee
7:00
Dec. 16 Alpena
7:00
Dec. 19 TC St. Francis
7:00
Dec. 20 MT. PLEASANT
7:00
Jan. 03 MANTON
7:00
Jan. 13
Jan. 17
Jan. 24
Jan. 27
Jan. 31
Feb. 07
Feb. 10
Feb. 14
Feb. 21
Feb. 24
PETOSKEY
Ludington
GAYLORD
N. MICH. CHRISTIAN
Traverse City Central
MCBAIN
ALPENA
Traverse City West
BAY CITY CENTRAL
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The 2016-17 Cadillac girls basketball team. Front Mikayela Johns, Alexus Little,
Morgann Kanouse, Hope Emington and Kylie Christensen. Back Jenna Granfors,
Hannah Emington, manager Baily Little, Kallie Poulos and Ali McAllister.
coach: Mary Kaye

Johns
strengths Experience and defense

working on Scoring in transition and
Johns-F; Alexus Little-G/F; Kylie Christensen-C;

and Morgann Kanouse-G
Newcomers Hannah Emington-G; Kallie
Poulos-G; Ali McAllister- C; and Jenna GranforsF
conference Petoskey is strong and the

Traverse City teams are always on the radar. I
expect that we will be in the running, too.
goals Win the Big North and districts
experience five seniors and four juniors
using our speed.
record 11-11
style Cadillac has been a strong defenreturnees Hope Emington-PG; Mikayela sive team and a strong rebounding team.
CADILLAC
HOCKEY
The 2016-17 Cadillac hockey team. Front Connor Swaffer, Alex Lietaert, Matt Fox, Brandon Eller,
Brock Taylor, Brendan Phillips, Brennan Gerstenberger, Derek Tonello, Austin Pendrick and Nick Meier.
Back Ian Munch, Jacob Kaspriak, David Carpenter, Justin Smith, Brendan Shanahan, Ben Farley,
Mike Gussert, Alex Kaspriak, Allan Scheurer, Cam Lietaert, Hayden Watkins and Brian Geiger.
strengths Confidence and growth from last years

coach: scott graham
team with 16 returning players. We grew and developed a
record 9-16
accomplishments Won pre-regional game and lot last year and we want to continue on this foundation of
lost in regional final to Sault Ste. Marie 3-2 with 1:34 left in the
game. Won the annual 131 Cup against Big Rapids.
returnees Nick Meier G; Connor Swaffer G; Alex
Lietaert F; Cam Lietaert F; Ian Munch F; Hayden Watkins
F; Mike Gussert F; Justin Smith D; Brendan Phillips D; Matt
Fox D; Ben Farley F; Brock Taylor F; Brendan Shanahan F;
Alex Kaspriak F; David Carpenter D; and Brennan Gerstenberger - F
newcomers Austin Pendrick D; Allan Scheurer F;
Brandon Eller D; Brian Geiger - F/D; Derek Tonello F; and
Jacob Kaspriak - F
growth to greater success this season.

working on Continued growth/development in both
individual skills and team play. Staying focused and keeping
a level head on playing consistent Vikings hockey with the focus on doing the things we need to do to get the success we
want.
conference Up in the air with multiple teams capable
of winning the BNC.
goals Win 131 Cup, BNC and regionals
experience nine seniors, five juniors and eight sophomores
Cadillac Boys Hockey

Nov. 16 TRAVERSE BAY
AREA REPS
7:00
Nov. 18 MANISTEE
7:00
Nov. 23 Big Rapids
7:00
Nov. 30 CHEBOYGAN
7:00
Dec. 02 ALPENA
7:00
CENTRAL
7:00
Dec. 09 CADILLAC INVITE
VS. DAVISON
8:00
Dec. 10 CADILAC INVITE
TBA
Dec. 14 Gaylord
7:00
Dec. 16 Saginaw Heritage
7:00
7:00
Jan. 06
Jan. 11
Jan. 13
Jan. 18
Jan. 20
Jan. 21
Feb. 01
Feb. 03
Feb. 04
Feb. 08
Feb. 10
Feb. 17
Feb. 24
GAYLORD
Traverse City Cenral
Petoskey
BIG RAPIDS
Kalamazoo Tourney
Kalamazoo Tourney
Traverse City West
MATTAWAN
WALLED LAKE
NORTHERN
Gladwin
PETOSKEY
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CADILLAC
sKIING
The 2017 Cadillac ski teams. Front Libbey Lloyd, Emma

Lloyd, Lexi Johnson, Paige Sharp and Susie Huckle. Back
Assistant coach Chad Knaggs, Leo Lavigne, Drew
Conradson, James Canfield, Tommy Huckle, Zach Elmore,
Alex Netzley, Parker McNitt and coach Joe Host. Missing
are Emilee Houk and Jill Cool.
Cadillac Boys & Girls Skiing

Jan. 04 BNC Meet
Nubs Nob
12:00
Jan. 09 Harbor Spring
Invite BH
9:30
Jan. 17 CADILLAC INVITE
CABERFAE
11:00
Jan. 24 BNC Crystal Mountain 10:00
coach: joe host
omore; and Emma Lloyd Honorable Mention All-State,

accomplishments Men and women Division junior
2 regional champions. Men third place in the Division 2 goals We are a young team in both men and
women. We will be working on consistent results. Our
state finals and women were sixth in the state
returnees Alex Netzley, 1st team all-state, soph- goal would be to repeat as regional champions.
Jan. 30 BNC Schuss Mountain 10:00

Feb. 07 BNC Boyne Mountain 10:00
Feb. 13 Regionals
Cannonsburg
9:00
Feb. 21 BNC CABERFAE PEAKS 11:00
Feb. 27 State
Boyne Highlands
TBA
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BUCKLEY
BOYS BASKETBALL
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Buckley Boys Basketball

Dec. 06 BEAR LAKE
6:00
Dec. 08 N. MICH. CHRISTIAN 6:00
Dec. 13 Suttons Bay
6:00
Dec. 15 ONEKAMA
6:00
Jan. 10 BENZIE
6:00
Jan. 12 GLEN LAKE
6:00
Jan. 17 Frankfort
6:00
Jan. 19 LELAND
6:00
Jan. 25 Kingsley
6:00
Jan. 27 Mesick
6:00
Feb. 01 SUTTONS BAY

6:00
Feb. 03 Onekama
6:00
Feb. 08 Bear Lake
6:00
Feb. 10 Benzie
6:00
Feb. 15 Glen Lake
6:00
Feb. 17 FRANKFORT
6:00
Feb. 22 Leland
6:00
Feb. 24 KINGSLEY
6:00
Feb. 28 Manton
6:00
Mar. 02 MESICK
6:00
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The 2016-17 Buckley boys

basketball team. Back
Dillon Hankins, Nick Kuhn,
Austin Harris, Denver
Cade and Coach Blair
Moss. Front Ridge
Beeman, Dominic Taylor,
Joe Weber and Brock
Beeman. Not pictured
Shontae Wilson and
Dawson Warren.
coach: blair moss
fense
style Fast-break offense and a swarming defense

conference We are a pick to win along with Frank-
record 16-7
accomplishments District champs
returnees Denver Cade, Austin Harris, Joe Weber, fort, Glen Lake and Benzie Central
goals Win conference, districts, regionals and get to
Brock Beeman and Ridge beeman
the finals
newcomers 65 Nick Kuhn from the jv
strengths Good shooters and we should run the floor experience three seniors, six juniors and one sophomore
well
working on Weight room and working hard on de-
BUCKLEY
GIRLS BASKETBALL
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The 2016-17 Buckley

girls basketball team.
Back Coach Dan
Harris, Megan Wilkie,
Catherine Montgomery,
Montana Yens and
Kailee Kroskie. Front
Molly Pahl, Emily Barley,
Emily Houghton, and
Kirsi Wildfong.
Buckley Girls Basketball

Nov. 28 Brethren
6:00
Nov. 30 Bear Lake
6:00
Dec. 05 LL ST. MARYS
6:00
Dec. 09 MESICK
6:00
Dec. 14 LELAND
6:00
Dec. 16 Suttons Bay
6:00
Jan. 04 ONEKAMA
6:00
Jan. 11 BENZIE
6:00
Jan. 13 GLEN LAKE
6:00
Jan. 18 Frankfort
6:00
Jan. 20 Kingsley
6:00
Jan. 24 Mesick
6:00
Jan. 26 Leland
6:00
Jan. 31 SUTTONS BAY
6:00
Feb. 02 Onekama
6:00
Feb. 09 Benzie
6:00
Feb. 14 Glen Lake
6:00
Feb. 16 FRANKFORT
6:00
Feb. 21 KINGSLEY
6:00
Feb. 23 NORTHPORT
6:00
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style Our offense is still a process and defensively we

coach: dan harris
returnees Montana Yens senior; Kirsi Wildfong se- are going to slowly switch from a primarily zone team to a
nior; and Emily Houghton

newcomer Catherine Montgomery junior forward
who missed all last year to knee injury
strengths Compete, compete, compete
working on Improving our team defense is our No.
1 priority going into the season
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BOYS BASKETBALL
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The 2016-17 Lake City boys basketball team. Back Henrique Casagrande, Xavi
Riera, Johnny Feller, Ben Marion, Troy Baldwin, Zack Hays, Jacob Ball and Jimmy
Young. Front Matt Holt, Zach Shimel, Justin Balcer, Daniel Gillow, Josh Madden
and Juan Alvarez.
Lake City Boys Basketball
Dec. 05 HARRISON
COMMUNITY
6:00
Dec. 07 ROSCOMMON
6:00
Dec. 09 Kalkaska
6:00
Dec. 16 Marion
6:00
Dec. 20 East Jordan
5:30
Jan. 05 Manton
6:00
Jan. 11 Evart
6:00
Jan. 13 MCBAIN
6:00
Jan. 19 Pine River
6:00
Jan. 27
Jan. 31
Feb. 02
Feb. 07
Feb. 10
Feb. 14
Feb. 16
Feb. 22
Feb. 24
Mar. 02
BEAL CITY
N. Mich. Christian
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coach: brad besko
heading into the season. We must buy in to playing TEAM de-
senior- Guard; Zack Hays, senior- Forward; Zach Shimel, seniorGuard; Jacob Ball, junior- Guard/Forward
newcomers Ben Marion, freshman- Forward; Matt Holt,
sophomore- Guard; Jimmy Young, junior- Guard/Forward; Josh
Madden, junior- Guard/Forward; Johnny Feller, junior- Forward;
Juan Alvarez, senior (foreign exchange student)- Guard; Henrique Casagrande, senior (foreign exchange student)- Guard;
Xavi Riera, senior (foreign exchange student)- Guard
strengths Our team wants to play fast. We have a lot of
quick and athletic guys and we will try to take advantage of
that by playing an up-tempo style for 32 minutes.
working on Team defense is our number one focus
they will see an up-tempo style of play for 32 minutes. We want

to push the ball in transition and play pressure defense in full
and half-court situations.
goals At Lake City, we continue to work on building a
championship culture each and every day. Our team goals,
once again, will be to compete for the Highland Conference championship as well as competing for a Class C district
championship. This year we are also putting a heightened focus on the process of getting better each and every day. We
believe focusing on The Process will, in turn, help produce
the results we want.
experience Seven seniors, five juniors, one sophomore
and one freshman
fense each and every night to be successful this season.

record 12-7
returnees Justin Balcer, senior- Guard; Daniel Gillow, style When fans come to see Lake City play this season
LAKE CITY
GIRLS BASKETBALL
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The 2016-17 Lake City girls basketball team. Back Kylie Branscombe, Taelee
Winkelmann, Maggie Thom, Rylie Bisballe, Lindsey Pylkas and Kaitlyn Booms. Front
Maddie Pedlar, Makayla Ardis, Hailey Pylkas, Iria Contreras, Emma Elmquist and
Ambere Rissetto.
coach: bill tisron
some changes to our defensive
scheme, but the girls are playing

record 18 - 4
returnees Senior center Maggie Thom is a two-year starter at center for the varsity. Last year fast and with a lot of confidence.
as a junior she averaged 6 points and 7 rebounds. Senior guard Hailey Pylkas is also a two-year working on This prevarsity player. The last two years she came off the bench and this year as a senior she will move into
a starting role. Hailey is one of the toughest and best defenders on the team. She will also be the
teams emotional leader. Sophomore point guard Makayla Ardis is in her second varsity season. She
started every game as a freshman at point guard averaging 10.4 points per game while earning allconference and all-area honors. As a freshman she played like a veteran who was very confident
on the floor. I have already seen a great deal of growth in her game in the first couple weeks of practice. Sophomore Forward Lindsey Pylkas came off the bench last year as a freshman and gained
a ton of experience playing behind a couple of seniors. This year she has moved into a bigger role
and will play some guard and forward.
newcomers Junior guard Maddie Pedlar, junior center Taelee Winklemann, junior forward
Kylie Branscombe, sophomore forward Kaitlyn Booms. Maddie, Taelee, Kylie and Kaitlyn all saw a
lot of minutes on the JV last season and will continue to have roles on varsity. All four will come off
the bench. Maddie, a solid defensive player, will be able to back up a couple of different guards.
Kaitlyn, a sophomore who also hangs her hat on defense, will back up the forwards. Taelee and
Kylie, both tall aggressive centers, will play behind Maggie Thom at center. Freshman guards Rylie
Bisballe and Emma Elmquist are both making the jump from Middle School to varsity and so far they
have looked good doing it. Both players are very confident and fit right in with the older girls. I think
as the season progresses these two will do some real nice things for us. Rylie will play both inside and
out while Emma will primarily be a guard.
strengths I feel like our defense will be our biggest strength this year. We are still adjusting to
Lake City Girls Basketball

Nov. 29 HARRISON
COMMUNITY
6:00
Dec. 02 GRAYLING
6:00
Dec. 05 Mancelona
6:00
Dec. 09 Beal City
6:00
Dec. 15 Marion
6:00
Dec. 20 KALKASKA
6:00
Jan. 06 Manton
6:00
Jan. 10 Evart
6:00
Jan. 12 MCBAIN
6:00
Jan. 16
Jan. 20
Jan. 24
Jan. 26
Feb. 01
Feb. 03
Feb. 09
Feb. 16
Feb. 21
Feb. 23
Roscommon
Pine River
Manistee
BEAL CITY
N. Mich. Christian
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MANTON
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on offense. I have given them a
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young group of girls its been fun because we have been able to switch up a number of our philosophies and tweak some of our old things.
style Each year we stress playing fast and physical. I hope we can play strong defense each
game and turn our defense into quick offense. Offensively I am hoping we can spread the floor and
get a lot of girls involved.
conference The Highland conference each year is very difficult. Pine River and McBain return a lot of seasoned players. NMC, Manton, and Evart should be young and athletic. All in all I think
there could be five or six teams in the mix for those top spots.
goals Before our first practice this year we talked about wanting to keep the bar set high. We
had a great group of girls graduate, but our expectations are to continue to play at a high level
and build our 18-win season and second-place finish in conference. We didnt perform as well as we
would have liked in districts last year so we hope to improve on that.
experience two seniors, three juniors, three sophomores and two freshmen
LAKE CITY
WRESTLING
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The 2016-17 Lake City wrestling team. Back Skylar Miller, Conner Fagerman, Zach
Belkiewicz, Justin Atkins, Dominic Huffman, Colby Byrnes, Antonio Youngs, Dustin
Jackson and Austin Potter. Front Zachary Noren, Jon Larkin, Cameron Swanson,
Tanner Hutchinson, Tasha Anderson and Zach Stockman.
Lake City Boys & Girls Wrestling
Dec. 07 Quad @ Benzie
6:00
Dec. 10 Manton Invite
9:00
Dec. 12 HOUGHTON LAKE
6:00
Dec. 14 @ Farwell w-John
Glenn & Chip Hills
6:00
Dec. 19 BOYNE CITY
6:00
Jan. 04 @ LC W-PINE
RIVER & MANCELONA 6:00
Jan. 12 @ Kingsley w-Forest Area
Jan. 14 Mancelona Invite
10:00
Jan. 18 @ Evart w-Benzie

6:00
Jan. 25 LAKE CITY,
MANTON, FRANKFORT 6:00
Jan. 28 Reed City Invite
10:00
Feb. 01 KALKASKA, EVART
@ LC
6:00
Feb. 04 Conference
Tournament
9:00
Feb. 08 Team Districts
9:00
Feb. 11 Individual Districts
9:00
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strengths Teamwork
working on Basics
ZZZ 8 wins
accomplishments Had our 1st regional quali- conference Pine River is always tough
goals Improvement
fier
returnees Jon Larkin 171 and Thomas Miller 189 experience One senior, seven juniors, 11 sophmores and four freshmen
newcomers A lot of green wrestlers
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EVART
BOYS BASKETBALL
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The 2016-17 Evart boys basketball team. Front Carter Pritchard, Layne Nadig,
Danny Griffin, Jericho VanScoyoc, Cam Martin and Josh Dorn. Back Trevin Ladd,
Karsten Allen, Caleb Hutchinson, Andrew Booher, Nick Sylvester and Cody Pritchard.
Evart Boys Basketball

Dec. 05 Forest Area
Dec. 14 MCBAIN
Dec. 16 N. Mich. Christian
Jan. 05 Beal City
Jan. 11 LAKE CITY
Jan. 13 MANTON
Jan. 16 Farwell
Jan. 19 MARION
Jan. 23 CROSSROADS
Jan. 27 PINE RIVER
Jan. 31 McBain
7:30
Feb. 02 N. MICH. CHRISTIAN 7:30
Feb. 07 WHITE CLOUD
7:00
Feb. 10 BEAL CITY
7:30
Feb. 13 Harrison Community 7:30
Feb. 16 Manton
7:30
Feb. 22 Lake City
7:30
Feb. 24 Marion
7:30
Feb. 27 REED CITY
7:30
Mar. 02 Pine River
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
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working on We will not be a tall team, so well

coach: kris morgan
have to stress boxing out and crashing the boards.
record 6-14
returnees Danny Griffin-Senior Guard; Trevin style Fans will see a fast-paced game both on the
Ladd-Senior Forward; Cody Pritchard-Senior Guard/

Forward; Layne Nadig-Senior Guard; Andrew BooherSenior Guard; and Carter Pritchard-Sophomore Guard
newcomers Nick Sylvester-Junior Forward;
Karsten Allen-Junior Guard/Forward; Jericho VanScoyoc-Junior Guard; Caleb Hutchinson-Junior Guard/
Forward; Josh Dorn-Junior Forward; and Cameron Martin-Junior Guard
strengths We will continue to be a guard-oriented team. We have four seniors that have been playing
varsity ball since they were sophomores. We will play
pressure defense and push the ball offensively.
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offensive and defensive side of the ball. Fans will see

players who play with heart and hustle.
conference McBain and Manton will once
again battle it out at the top, and after that its up in the
air. I believe us, Beal, NMC and Pine River will all have
a chance to compete with the big boys. Considering
Pine Rivers recent football run, they will be my sleeper
pick.
goals Our goal every year is to compete for the
Highland Conference title and win districts.
experience Five seniors, six juniors and one sophomore.
EVART
GIRLS BASKETBALL
The 2016-17 Evart girls basketball team. Front Sydney Sanders, Brooke
Belleville, Kaylee Ladd, Cierra Campbell and Savannah Ross. Back Macey
Wallace, Megan Wade, Hannah Wetters, Cyana Dellar, McKenzie Kimball and
Sarah Nelson.
coach: paul higgins
easy baskets.
conference I think our conference will be very deep.

record 3-18 overall, 2-12 Highland
returnees Brooke Belleville, SR Guard; Macey Wallace, If it is not the best conference in northern Michigan, it will
Jr Guard; Cyana Dellar, Jr Center; McKenzie Kimball. So Forward; and Sydney Sanders. Sr Guard
newcomers Kaylee Ladd, Fr Guard; Hannah Wetters, So Forward; Meagan Wade, Sr Forward; Sarah Nelson, Jr
Guard; and Cierra Campbell, Jr Guard
strengths I think we should be able to defend well. Offensively, we should have better continuity on offense.
working on Rebounding will be key to our success, as
will the conditioning of our team.
style We are hoping to be able to pressure the ball defensively. If we can cause turnovers and rebound, we will get
be one of the best. I believe McBain and Pine River are the
early favorites to win the league, but Manton will be muchimproved with its solid freshman class. Also Lake City will be
very talented, as well as NMC. Beal City and Marion have
new coaches and I expect them to be competitive. With the
caliber of teams, the league champion could end up with
two losses in conference play.
goals We need to have growth daily as a team and as
individuals. We need to compete for 32 minutes every night.
experience three seniors, five juniors, two sophomores
and one freshman
Evart Girls Basketball

Nov. 29 FARWELL
Dec. 01 FOREST AREA
Dec. 02 Chippewa Hills
Dec. 09 Pine River
Dec. 13 MCBAIN
Jan. 06 Beal City
Jan. 10 LAKE CITY
Jan. 12 MANTON
Jan. 17 Harrison Community
Jan. 20 Marion
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Feb. 21 Lake City
Feb. 23 MARION
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accomplishments Last
year, we were second among
Highland Conference teams.
returnees Junior - Dana
Vore. Dana will be a vocal leader
and fill some key roles in our stunt
round.
newcomers Hannah MooreBack spot; Jordyn Gillis-Flyer and
tumbler; Andrea Geranen-base
and tumbler; Morgan Gallinger-flyer; Macey Rich-base; and Kimberly
Morone-base
strengths The team works
well together and is dedicated to
improving with every practice. They
should be strong in vocals.
Jan. 07
Jan. 12
Jan. 14
Jan. 18
Jan. 21
Jan. 25
working on We are work-
ing on precision, our jumps and

gymnastics.
style Fans will see a team that
is excited to take the floor and that
works together for a goal that they
really want.
conference Our conference has several good teams; it will
be interesting to see who comes
out on top.
goals Our team has set a goal
to improve their points each meet
and to try and improve where they
end up in the district at the end of
the season.
experience three juniors, one
sophomore and three freshmen
Evart Girls Cheer

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5:00
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9:00
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5:00
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Feb. 11
Feb. 17
Feb. 18
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Forest Area Boys Basketball

Dec. 05 EVART
6:00
Dec. 08 GAYLORD ST. MARYS 6:00
Dec. 13 Pellston
5:30
Dec. 20 Brethren
6:00
Jan. 03 ONAWAY
5:00
Jan. 05 Bellaire
6:00
Jan. 10 JOHANNESBURGLEWISTON
6:00
Jan. 17 Mancelona
6:00
Jan. 19 INLAND LAKES
5:30
Jan. 27 Central Lake
6:00
Feb. 01 PELLSTON
5:30
BOYS BASKETBALL
Feb. 03
Feb. 08
Feb. 10
Feb. 15
Gaylord St. Marys

6:00
Onaway
5:00
BELLAIRE
6:00
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Feb. 17 Traverse City Christian 6:00
Feb. 22 MANCELONA
6:00
Feb. 24 Inland Lakes
5:30
Feb. 28 CENTRAL LAKE
6:00
Mar. 02 Kalkaska
5:30
Mar. 06 DISTRICTS START
6:00
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and they have played zone defense in the past
style We will be aggressive on defense with a
record 10-11
accomplishments Trevor Vance 2nd team tough man-to-man. On offense, we will spread the
all conference and Hollis Thomas honorable mention

returnees I feel all our players are key to us having a successful season
newcomers All newcomers will be key in some
way to help make our team successful
strengths We have a good balanced shooting attack both inside and out
working on Defense will be our most challenging aspect. This is my first season with Forest Area
ball around giving every player a chance to come

up big
conference I am new to the conference but
have heard Bellaire always plays tough and is wellcoached. I feel we can surprise a lot of teams this year
style Our goal is to play good team basketball
and everything else will fall into place if we succeed
at that
experience seven seniors and five juniors
FOrest Area
GIRLS BASKETBALL
coach: ethan
mccarthy
record 3-20
returnees Caitlyn Gonyer (senior)
Guard; and Morgan Kniss (Junior) Center
newcomer Lauren Lange (Sopho-
more) Guard
strengths Positive attitudes for a

great rebuilding year.
working on We are working on

team chemistry and learning to play as
a team. Our main focus is to be better
every day.
style We are going to get up and
down the court. We will push the ball

the best we can along with playing as a
whole team.
conference We are going to be
a much different team than we have
been in the past. We are not a team to
count out this year.
goals Our team goal is to be better
today than we were yesterday. We are
working hard each and every day and
we will be seeing much improvement this
year from years past.
experience four seniors, four juniors,
one sophomore and one freshman
courtesy photo
The 2016-17 Forest Area boys basketball team. Back

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Front Tannery Birgy, Jacob Chase, Tommy Steffi,
Zac McLeod, Davide Manassi. Head coach on left
Rick Magee and coach on right Ryan Magee.
Forest Area Girls Basketball

Dec. 01 Evart
6:00
Dec. 07 Pellston
5:30
Dec. 09 GAYLORD ST. MARYS 6:00
Dec. 14 ONAWAY
5:00
Dec. 16 Bellaire
6:00
Dec. 21 BRETHREN
6:00
Jan. 04 JOHANNESBURGLEWISTON
6:00
Jan. 11 Mancelona
6:00
Jan. 13 INLAND LAKES
5:30
Jan. 17 GRAND TRAVERSE
ACADEMY
5:30
Jan. 20
Jan. 24
Jan. 26
Jan. 31
Feb. 02
Feb. 07
Central Lake
6:00
PELLSTON
5:30
Gaylord St. Marys
6:00
Onaway
5:00
BELLAIRE
6:00
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6:00
Feb. 14 MANCELONA
6:00
Feb. 16 Inland Lakes
5:30
Feb. 21 CENTRAL LAKE
6:00
Feb. 24 Mesick
6:00
Feb. 27 DISTRICTS START
6:00
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WRESTLING
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The 2016-17 Forest Area wrestling team.
Forest Area Boys & Girls

Wrestling
Dec. 07 Manton Tri w-Evart
6:00
Dec. 10 Manton Invite
9:00
Dec. 17 Hart Invite
9:30
Dec. 28 Traverse City
West Invite
9:00
Jan. 04 Tri w-Frankfort
& Evart
6:00
Jan. 12 Tri w-Kingsley
& Lake City
6:00
Jan. 14 Mancelona Invite

10:00
Jan. 18 Tri w-Pine River
& Manton
6:00
Jan. 25 TRI W-MANCELONA
& BENZIE CENTRAL 6:00
Jan. 28 Gaylord & NMC
10:00
Feb. 04 Pine River Invite
8:00
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coach: justin gordon
and continues his wrestling career at Tiffin University

returnees Dan Gordon was a regional qualifier last year
and I expect him to go far. We also have Luis Martinez who
worked hard in the offseason. Soyer Turner and Justice Patton
are two quality freshmen coming in I believe will have great
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BOYS BASKETBALL
courtesy photo
The 2016-17 Manton boys basketball team. Back row Caleb Teed, Jayden
Perry, Trevor Salani, Coach Hiller, Jacob Cergnul, Darius Potter and Hunter Ruell.
Front Brock Wright, Jacob Teed, Preston Shazri, Treh Helsel and Wyatt Baker.
Manton Boys Basketball

Dec. 09 Petoskey Tournament 6:00
Dec. 14 MARION
6:00
Dec. 16 PINE RIVER
6:00
Jan. 05 LAKE CITY
6:00
Jan. 11 McBain
6:00
Jan. 13 Evart
6:00
Jan. 16 Gaylord
6:00
Jan. 20 BEAL CITY
6:00
Jan. 27 N. MICH. CHRISTIAN 6:00
Jan. 30 ELK RAPIDS

6:00
Jan. 31 Marion
6:00
Feb. 03 Pine River
6:00
Feb. 10 Lake City
6:00
Feb. 15 BEAVERTON
6:00
Feb. 16 EVART
6:00
Feb. 22 MCBAIN
6:00
Feb. 24 Beal City
6:00
Feb. 28 BUCKLEY
6:00
Mar. 02 N. Mich. Christian
6:00
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record 17-5
returnees Wyatt Baker (SR) Forward; Treh Helsel (SR)
Forward; Jayden Perry (JR) Guard; Hunter Ruell (JR) Guard;

Preston Shazri (SR) Center; Jacob Teed (SR) Center; and Trevor
Salani (Soph) Guard
newcomers Brock Wright (SR) Guard; Darius Potter (JR)
Center; Jacob Cergnul (JR) Guard; Caleb Teed (JR) Guard;
and Zach Flint (JR) Guard
strengths This group has great work ethic. They are very
coachable and willing to put the TEAM first. So our greatest
strength this year is going to be our team chemistry and confidence in one another. We have some vocal leaders this year
that we havent had in the past and it is really showing in practice already. These leaders understand for us to be successful
we need everyone talking, rebounding, running the floor and
playing together.
working on We will be working on all phases of the

game to start the season, but we will really focus on our offense and rebounding these first three weeks. Im a defensive
coach so that is hard for me to say, but we need to fix some
things offensively before we concentrate on our defense.
style The fans will see a team that works extremely hard
and plays the game the right way. We will play mostly manto-man defensively, and we will press a lot more than in years
past. Offensively, we will push the ball and take quality shots.
Our team is very unselfish so they will be fun to watch.
conference McBain will be the favorite. The rest of the
league will be very competitive and time will tell how the conference standings will play out. We have a lot of great coaches and players in our league. It should be another fun year.
goals Our No. 1 goal is to improve each and every day. If
we do that, our other goals will take care of themselves.
experience Five seniors, six juniors and one sophomore
Manton
GIRLS BASKETBALL
courtesy photo
The 2016-17 Manton girls basketball team. Back Molly Lane,

Dion Stanley, Kate Vander Lugt, Brianna Puffer, Hailey Taylor,
Kaitlyn Vogelaar and Rowdy the Ranger. Bottom Louise
Mackeprang, Abby Brown and Jaden Wilder.
coach: jon paul katona
record 6-14
returnees Senior guard Dion Stanley will lead our back-
court and is a great leader for our younger players. Senior guar,
Kaitlyn Vogelaar will continue to shine as a good outside threat
and will make positive contributions on and off the court. Senior center,Kate Vander Lugt will continue to be a leader for our
younger players and will make our post players better each day.
Junior center Haley Taylor will continue to improve and cause a
presence for us in the middle.
newcomers Sophomore forward Louise Mackeprang;
Freshman forward Brianna Puffer; Freshman center Molly Lane;
Freshman guard Abby Brown; and Freshman guard Jaden Wilder
strengths We are a guard-oriented team and will look to
have an up-tempo style. We will need to utilize our speed not only
on offense but defense, as well. We also have packages to slow
things down and be a more balanced team if needed.

working on We have five new players, so we are working on team chemistry and gelling more as a team. Because of
our youth, we tend to settle and will need to be more patient on
offense.
style We want to create a fun atmosphere at our games by
being a fast up-tempo team. Our fans should see a hard-working
defensive team that is physical and communicates well.
conference This year will be competitive in the conference and is too close to predict who will win it. The team that
stays healthy and is hot at the right time will have the best chance
at winning the conference.
goals Our team goal is to become better teammates and
basketball players after every practice. We want to compete for
a conference and district championship, too.
experience three seniors, one junior, one sophomore and
four freshmen
Manton Girls Basketball

Nov. 29 GRAND
TRAVERSE ACADEMY 6:00
6:00
Dec. 13 MARION
6:00
Dec. 15 PINE RIVER
6:00
Dec. 21 Kingsley
6:00
Jan. 03 Cadillac
7:00
Jan. 06 LAKE CITY
6:00
Jan. 10 McBain
6:00
Jan. 12
Jan. 20
Jan. 26
Feb. 01
Feb. 03
Feb. 09
Feb. 13
Feb. 17
Feb. 21
Feb. 23
Evart
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Pine River
Lake City
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WRESTLING
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The 2016-17 Manton wrestling team. Top Ryder Christensen, Jake Renfer,
Brandon Perry, Spencer Park, Jake Farrell and Rowdy. Middle Jeremiah
Tuck, Zoey Thompson and Issac Smith. Front Seth Sparks, Hunter Rosted and
Anthony Cergnul.
Manton Boys & Girls Wrestling
Dec. 07 TRI EVART,
FOREST AREA
6:00
Dec. 10 MANTON INVITE
9:00
Dec. 15 Quad @ TC West
6:00
Dec. 17 Hart Invite
9:00
Dec. 30 St. Louis Invite
9:00
Jan. 04 Tri @ Benzie, Kingsley 6:00
Jan. 07 Kingsley Invite
9:00
Jan. 11 TRI MANCELONA,
EVART
6:00
Jan. 14 Grayling Invite
9:00
Jan. 18 TRI FOREST AREA,

PINE RIVER
6:00
Jan. 25 Tri @ Lake City,
Frankfort
6:00
9:00
Feb. 01 Tri @ TC St.
Francis, Mancelona
5:00
Feb. 04 @ Pine River
Conference
9:00
Feb. 09 Team Districts TBA
5:30
Feb. 11 Individual Districts TBA 9:00
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ference and districts Pine River finished top four in the state.
We had 7 regional qualifiers and 3 state qualifiers
returnees With only 3 seniors on the team, the juniors
make up the bulk of the team
newcomers Just two freshmen on the team will fill in the
lineup where needed
strengths With 10 juniors and seniors on the team they
bring our freshman and sophomores up to speed. Try to fill as

many weight classes as possible
goals Our goal is always to do our best with our small team
winning against the big teams like Traverse City West and Central will be a monumental task but not impossible and there is
always Pine River who is always our top priority
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BOYS BASKETBALL
The 2016-17 Marion boys basketball team. From left Jake Nichols,
Cote Eychner, Austin Edwards, Erick Carey, Jared Deighton and Camren Turner.
Marion Boys Basketball

Dec. 05 WALKERVILLE
6:00
Dec. 14 Manton
6:00
Dec. 16 LAKE CITY
6:00
Jan. 03 Brethren
6:00
Jan. 11 PINE RIVER
6:00
Jan. 13 Beal City
6:00
Jan. 16 Traverse City Christian 6:00
Jan. 19 Evart
6:00
Jan. 24 COLEMAN
6:00
Jan. 27 McBain
6:00
Jan. 31
Feb. 02
Feb. 08
Feb. 10
Feb. 13
MANTON
Lake City
CROSSROADS
N. Mich. Christian
TRAVERSE CITY
CHRISTIAN
Feb. 17 BEAL CITY
Feb. 22 Pine River
Feb. 24 EVART
Mar. 02 MCBAIN
HOME GAMES
ARE CAPITALIZED
6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
coach: randy gugle
new offense and defense
style We plan on getting out and running and defending

record 2-19
returnees Jared Dighton, senior guard; Daniel Moore, hard
senior guard; Cote Eychner, senior guard/forward; and Cam- conference I believe it will come down to McBain and
Manton.
eron Turner, senior forward
newcomers Austin Edwards, senior guard/forward; Er- goals If we come out and defend like we are capable
ick Carey, junior guard; Jake Nichols, junior forward; and Zane of. Show some patience on offense and take advantage of
some opportunities. I think we will surprise some teams
Philo, sophomore center.
experience Five seniors, two juniors and a sophomore.
strengths Working hard every night
working on Staying positive adjusting to a new coach,
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GIRLS BASKETBALL
The 2016-17 Marion girls basketball team. Front Brittney Ryan, Taylor Hopkins, Sarina Willis and Kylie Sikkema. Back Katlin Booms, Kelly
Fischer, Hannah Hopkins, Noel Thiel, Lena Hall and Kristina Gosset.
strengths Our strength is in our resolve. This program

coach: matt lagrow
accomplishments Last years team, led by Coach has not had a lot of win/loss success, over the last few years,
Brian Miller, won the 2015-16 Top 100 Sportsmanship Award.

The award is voted on by the officials, and given to the top
100 teams in the State of Michigan that exemplify the best of
good sportsmanship. Many of those same players are returning this season, and so this years team, with the help of our
fans and community, will continue displaying great sportsmanship throughout the season.
returnees Kylie Sikkema, Brittney Ryan, Sarina Willis,
Taylor Hopkins are all returning seniors, and we will rely heavily
on them, to lead the team all season. Junior Kelly Fischer and
sophomore Katlin Booms also will play key roles for us, as well.
newcomers Hannah Hopkins, Kristina Gosset, Lena Hall,
and Noel Theil are going to be called upon to provide much
needed depth.
yet these ladies continue to come to work everyday, and

practice and play hard. That shows great character, and an
unbelievable life skill. We will face some tough challenges this
season, but our kids will continue to stay positive, and continue
to work hard to improve. As individuals and as a team, we will
get better every day.
working on We are focusing on the fundamentals a
great deal. Given time this is going to benefit the team, and
the program. We are also still new to each other, so we are
learning about one another everyday. They are learning what
my expectations are, and I am learning their individual and
team strengths.
style Our fans are going to see kids that compete!
Marion Girls Basketball

Nov. 29 CROSSROADS
6:00
Dec. 06 Walkerville
6:00
Dec. 09 MCBAIN
6:00
Dec. 13 Manton
6:00
Dec. 15 LAKE CITY
6:00
Jan. 04 Brethren
6:00
Jan. 10 PINE RIER
6:00
Jan. 13 Beal City
4:30
Jan. 16 Harrison
6:00
Jan. 20 EVART
6:00
Jan. 23 MASON COUNTY

EASTERN
Jan. 26 McBain
Feb. 01 MANTON
Feb. 03 Lake City
Feb. 07 COLEMAN
Feb. 09 N. Mich.Christian
Feb. 16 BEAL CITY
Feb. 21 Pine River
Feb. 23 Evart
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CHEER
The 2016-17 Marion competitive cheer team. From left Makaila

Bivins, Alivia Nelson, Olivia Salisbury, Riley Kischnick, Brittany Yowell, Hayle Miller, Allison DeBoer, Caitlyn Schepers, Taylor Hopkins,
Brookes Gillespie, Hannah Hopkins, Alyssa Thomspson, Tori Savage
and Bailey Jensen.
Marion Girls Cheer

Dec. 10 CCAM @
Houghton Lake
TBA
Jan. 07 Evart
10:00
Jan. 12 Pine River
6:00
Jan. 14 Farwell
10:00
Jan. 18 MARION
6:00
Jan. 21 Brethren
10:00
Jan. 25 Evart
5:00
Feb. 02 MARION
6:00
Feb. 04 Brethren
11:00
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style Im really hoping that the girls will have strong

coach: danyel prielipp
returnees Brooke Gillespieback base, Taylor Hop- transitions. We will also have fun tumbling passes.
conference Houghton Lake is always very tough in
kinsbase, Allison DeBoerbase
our
District...as well as the U.P. teams.
newcomers Caitlyn Schepersflyer, Alivia Nelson
tumbler, Riley Kischnickflyer, Hannah Hopkinsbase, goals Our team goal is to earn the chance to comHayle Millerbase, Olivia Salisburyback base, Alyssa
Thompsonbase, Brittany Yowellbase, Bailey Jenson
base, Makaila Bivinsbase.
strengths Vocals and stunting will be our teams
strengths
working on We are really concentrating on tumbling and motions. We are a very young team...we are still
working with finding the perfect fit for stunt groups.
Good Luck Marion Eagles!
pete in Regionals. We have been talking a lot about what

success looks like...its about being better than we were
yesterday...we have been setting goals both individually
and as a team...most of the girls really want to improve
their tumbling.
experience two senniors, five juniors, four sophomores and two freshmen
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The 2016-17 McBain boys basketball team. Back Logan Taylor, Michael
DeRuiter, Michael Heuker Jr., Garrett Verberkmoes, Craig Sterk, Nicolas
Rodenbaugh, Jarrett Koopman, Andy Sikkema and Justin Kamphouse. Front
Alex Utecht, Brett Kamphouse, Ethan Clark, Seager Wiltzer and Logan
Eling.
McBain Boys Basketball
Dec. 05 Benzie Central
5:30
ST. FRANCIS
6:00
Dec. 14 Evart
6:00
Dec. 16 BEAL CITY
6:00
Dec. 20 BOYNE CITY
5:00
Jan. 03 Cadillac
5:30
Jan. 05 PINE RIVER
6:00
Jan. 11 MANTON
6:00
Jan. 13 Lake City
6:00
Jan. 19 N. Mich. Christian
6:00
Jan. 23
Jan. 27
Jan. 31
Feb. 02
Feb. 10
Feb. 14
Feb. 16
Feb. 22
Feb. 24
Mar. 02
Glen Lake
MARION
EVART
Beal City
Pine River
FRANKFORT
LAKE CITY
Manton
N. MICH. CHRISTIAN
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record 26-1
accomplishments Conference champions, sistrict
champions, regional champions

returnees McBain returns three seniors and four juniors
from last years 2015-2016 team that went 26-0 before losing in
the Class C Final Four. Two of last years top scores Logan Eling,
5-11 guard and Craig Sterk, 6-7 Forward/Center bring back
valuable experience and offense as they both enter their third
year on varsity. Logan Taylor, senior 5-11 guard brings back
experience at the guard and point guard position as well. The
seniors will be looked upon to show leadership every day in
practice and in games. Juniors Michael Heuker Jr.6-2 guard/
forward, Jarrett Koopman 6-2 guard/forward, Nicolas Rodenbaugh 6-2 guard/forward, and Seager Wiltzer 5-10 point
guard were brought up as sophomores last year and worked
their butts off every day in practice gaining valuable experience
and mental toughness in preparation to contribute this year!

They will be counted heavily if this team is going to successful.
newcomers Other juniors coming up from a J.V team
that finished 17-3 include Alex Utecht 5-10 guard, Andy Sikkema 6-1 forward, Brett Kamphouse 5-9 guard, Ethan Clark 59 guard, from Georgia and Michael DeRuiter 6-1 forward. All
of them will work hard everyday to improve and to contribute.
Sophomores Justin Kamphouse 5-10 guard and Garrett Verberkmoes 6-3 forward/center will look to provide depth and
gain experience as the season unfolds.
strengths As with teams in McBains past that have been
successful, experience from players that have been on varsity
for two, three or four years will be necessary to teach young
players the process of playing great defense, rebounding and
working together offensively as one team to win regardless of
who shines that particular night! Depth, size, athleticism and experience along with having been playing in the same system
should be a strength.
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The 2016-17 McBain varsity girls basketball team. Back Sarah Mayle,
Rylee Eisenga, Brianna VanHouten, Gretchen Koster, Samantha
VanHouten, Michaela Koopman, Allyssa Johnson, Charity Ingleright and
Megan Kamphouse. Front Kayla Roby, Kennedy Pollington, Shelby Whitt,
Klaudia OMalley and Marley Neverth.
coach: bruce koopman
record 18-6
accomplishments Under the direction of veteran coach Todd Hamlet, last year McBain
won the district championship and advanced to the regional final before falling to Traverse City
St. Francis.
returnees McBain returns seven seniors from last years successful 2015-2016 team beginning with two senior starters Michaela Koopman, a 5-9 forward/center, and senior Samantha
VanHouten, a 5-10 guard/forward. These two young ladies have been on the varsity for three
years and each will be counted on for their toughness, experience and leadership. Shelby Whitt, a
5-5 senior guard, was also a key starter on last years team and is just a tough minded defender
with great quickness. Seniors Sarah Mayle, a 5-8guard/forward, Allyssa Johnson, a 5-8 guard/
forward, Gretchen Koster, a 5-9 forward/center, and Megan Kamphouse, 5-8 guard/forward,
all played some significant minutes throughout last year and are experienced, fundamentally
sound and should figure in key roles for McBain this season if we are to be successful. Another key
returnee is junior Charity Ingleright, a 5-8 point guard, with two years of varsity experience already;
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Dec. 02 Kalkaska
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Dec. 09 Marion
6:00
Dec. 13 Evart
6:00
Dec. 16 BEAL CITY
6:00
Jan. 06 PINE RIVER
6:00
Jan. 10 MANTON
6:00
Jan. 12 Lake City
6:00
Jan. 16 Onekama
6:00

Jan. 27 MARION
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Feb. 01 EVART
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Feb. 03 Beal City
6:00
Feb. 07 Cadillac
5:30
Feb. 09 Pine River
6:00
Feb. 13 GLEN LAKE
6:00
Feb. 16 LAKE CITY
6:00
Feb. 21 Manton
6:00
Feb. 23 N. Mich. Christian
6:00
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Jan. 31 Midland Flames
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Feb. 04 TCBAA
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Feb. 21 MIDLAND CHRISTIAN 5:30
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Crago, Summer Killingbeck, Skyelar Hibbs, Hope Arrington and George Hibbs (coach). Front
Faith Spivey, Sabrina Crago, Caitlin Taylor and Echo Spivey.
coach: george hibbs
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had ever played the game of basketball and made a team
out of them.
returnees Seniors Skyelar Hibbs (Center/Forward) and
Echo Spivey (Guard). Junior Caitlin Taylor (Guard). Sophomore
Sabrina Crago (Guard/Forward).
newcomers Forward Hope Arrington. Center/Forward
Summer Killingbeck. Guards Shaelyn Smith and Faith Spivey.
Guard/Forward Katie Crago.
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fense. Special play execution. Control the offensive and defensive boards. Smart playmaking.
working on First of all, uniting as a team. Floor coverage
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style Energy conserving zone defense. Hustling, trap defense. Relentless man-to-man defense. Very patient offense
showing deliberate ball control. Well-executed special play (out
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The 2016-17 Northern Michigan Christian boys basketball team. Coach Pattee,
Jared Eisenga, Coleman Bassett, Chase Gernaat, Ryan Pogue, Ben Heuker, Bryce
Hoekwater, Carson Bassett, Connor Winkle, Kirk Smallegan, Coach Gernaat.
NMC Boys Basketball
Dec. 06 Crossroads
Dec. 08 Buckley
Dec. 14 Lake City
Dec. 16 EVART
Jan. 05 Marion
Jan. 07 Covenant Christian
Jan. 11 BEAL CITY
Jan. 13 Pine River
Jan. 19 MCBAIN
Jan. 23 MASON COUNTY
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6:00
6:00
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6:00
6:00
6:00
6:00
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Jan. 27 Manton
6:00
Jan. 31 LAKE CITY
6:00
Feb. 02 Evart
6:00
Feb. 06 HOUGHTON LAKE
6:00
Feb. 10 MARION
6:00
Feb. 16 PINE RIVER
6:00
Feb. 22 Beal City
6:00
Feb. 24 McBain
6:00
Feb. 28 BEAR LAKE
6:00
Mar. 02 MANTON
6:00
Mar. 05 Districts 5th-11th
TBA
record 10-10
accomplishments Made it to district title game;
Chase Gernaat, all-area team

returnees Senior Chase Gernaat, Guard-Forward; senior
Ryan Pogue, Guard; junior Carson Bassett, Forward
newcomers Junior Jared Eisenga, Guard; junior Ben
Heuker, Center; junior Kirk Smallegan, Forward; junior Coleman
Bassett, Forward; junior Bryce Hoekwater, Guard; junior Connor
Winkle, Forward
strengths Play sound team defense, we have players
who can get to the basket and players who can shoot very
well. Also we will be good in the post. We have players who
have a high IQ in basketball.
working on We will continue to stress rebounding as a
team. Handling defensive pressure. We will continue to work on
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shot selections on offense.
style As coaches this is very important to us. On defense,
We want our players to play great team defense. We will want
ball pressure on the defensive end of floor. Also communication
in our transition defense will be key. On offense we will allow
our athletes to be athletes. We will have a foundation for them
however they will have freedom to make decisions. We truly
want our NMC community to be proud of the product we put
on the floor.
goals Our goals are simple: to continue to help these
young men grow into good Christian men and to compete at
a high level every night. A successful season will be to compete
in the highland on a nightly basis. And if our players are all in on
the defensive end of the floor, hopefully have a chance at winning a district championship.
experience Two seniors and seven juniors
NMC
GIRLS BASKETBALL
The 2016-17 Northern Michigan Christian girls basketball team.
coach: casey sigafoose
and creating an identity for ourselves on D.
style A group of girls with a lot of pride spirit and they are
record 14-8
accomplishments Won a national sportsmanship not afraid to leave some skin on the floor.
conference Tough call this year, tough conference.
award voted on by refs.
returnees Forward Kailey Benthem and guards Karissa Pine River, Lake City, McBain and Manton all have a good shot
Smith, Kendra VanPolen, Holly MacClean

newcomers Guards Desiree Ebels, Tara Haan and
Maddie Lanser, forward Madelyn Yount
strengths Get up and down the court and get a lot
of shots off. Small in numbers but a very athletic group of girls.
working on Finding our groove on the offensive end
at the conference title this year. Id like to think that we are

somewhere in that mix too, maybe as the sleeper.
goals Numbers and banners are icing on the cake if the
girls compete each and every day in practice and especially
on game day. They will have a successful season and they will
have something to guide them on in life.
experience Four seniors and four juniors
NMC Girls Basketball

Nov. 28 ONEKEMA
Dec. 06 EVART
Dec. 09 MANTON
Dec. 13 Lake City
Dec. 20 Bear Lake
Jan. 03 Ellsworth
Jan. 06 Marion
Jan. 07 Covenant Christian
Jan. 10 BEAL CITY
Jan. 12 PINE RIVER
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Feb. 09
Feb. 17
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Dec. 03
Dec. 09
Dec. 13
Dec. 16
Dec. 20
Jan. 03
Jan. 06
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Jan. 13 IM. CHRISTIAN

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Jan. 20 FLAT RIVER
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Jan. 24 Im. Christian
6:30
Jan. 27 BethHaven
6:00
Jan. 31 Midland Flames
7:00
Feb. 04 TCBAA
3:30
Feb. 07 Pineview
7:00
Feb. 13 Vanderbilt
6:00
Feb. 21 MIDLAND CHRISTIAN 4:30
Feb. 24 PINEVIEW
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Jacob Welliver, Malachi Payne and Art Stevens (coach). Front Taylor Valk, Wilson Vrieze, Jacob
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record 8-8
returnees Jacob Welliver, returning senior, 64 center is gym that team is important to the players. They are unified
back, led team in rebounds and points up until his injury. Junior
Jordan Valk and Sophomore Jacob Nickel are a great defensive combination. Malachi Payne is a returning sophomore
that will be exciting to watch this year.
strengths While we are a young team, the players are
committed to our goal of being a unified team. The team
understands that we have to be strong team players to beat
some of the more experienced teams. The team is better prepared for a fast tempo game and are stronger on defense
working on As a team we want to focus on ball control and limiting our turnovers, and increasing our shooting per-
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Dec. 13 GLEN LAKE
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Dec. 15 Frankfort
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Dec. 20 Grand Traverse
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Jan. 05 LELAND
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Jan. 10 KINGSLEY
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Jan. 12 Onekama
6:00
Jan. 17 Brethren
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Jan. 19 Benzie
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Jan. 25 SUTTONS BAY
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Jan. 27 BUCKLEY
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Feb. 15
Feb. 17
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Isiac Riffle, Garrett Quiggin, coach Kyle Duby,
Joey Stewart and Nick Jennings. Front Jakob
Abraham, Jorge Lewis, Zach Reiter, Dylan McCoy,
Keifer Jennings, Ethan Humphries and Tyler
Cochrane.
working on Accepting high expectations and develcoach: kyle duby

oping basketball IQ.
record 3-18
returnees Ethan Humphries PG; Garrett Quiggin C; style We must generate points in transition from turnovers
and Isiac Riffle - F
and long misses. Rebounding will make or break our season.
draw contact will be key.
one freshman
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goals Our goal is to stay competitive and passionate
Nick Jennings - F
strenths We have an athletic front line that will be put in one practice/game at a time.
position to score by our ball handlers. Their ability to finish and experience six seniors, four juniors, two sophomores and
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The 2016-17 Mesick girls basketball team. Back Shanna Fisk, Mazy
Mathewson, Abby Spoor, Abby Riffle and Elissa Hamilton. Front Valerie
Glendenning, Maddie McCoy, Emma Flees and Skylar Brodbent. Missing
Taylor Kraus
coach: dave shutler
record 8-13
returnees Jr. Abby Riffle- Forward; Sr. Abby Spoor- For-
ward; Sr. Elissa Hamilton- Guard/Forward; and Sr. Taylor KrausGuard

newcomers Juniors: Emma Flees, Maddie McCoy,
Mazy Mathewson, Skylar Brodbent, Valerie Glendenning and
Sophomore Shanna Fisk
strengths So far our willingness to try new things and
learn new concepts have been trending in a positive direction. Our work ethic has also been very good so far
working on Everyday we have been and will contin-
ue to work on fundamental areas of basketball to improve our

individual skills and strengthen our team
style Depending on the opponent we hope to play to
our strengths. Some of that will depend on who we are playing. We will also look at different matchups and base our
game plan on those matchups
conference Kingsley, Glen Lake and Frankfort look to
be tough once again. Benzie Central will sneak up on some
people
goals Our expectation is to improve daily. We know that
we have to put in the work to get results
experience three seniors, six juniors and one sophomore
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Dec. 14 Benzie
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Dec. 16 Glen Lake
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Jan. 06 LELAND
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Jan. 11 Kingsley
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Jan. 13 Onekama
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Jan. 16 LL St. Marys
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Jan. 19 Grand Traverse
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Jan. 20 SUTTONS BAY
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Jan. 24 BUCKLEY
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Jan. 26 BENZIE
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Jan. 31 GLEN LAKE
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Feb. 02 Frankfort
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Feb. 07 Leland
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Feb. 09 KINGSLEY
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Feb. 14 ONEKAMA
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Feb. 21 Suttons Bay
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The 2016-17 Pine River boys basketball team. Back Bradley Holmes, Owen
Gray, Trenton Holmes, Hunter Esiline, Brian Fulks and Mac Peterson. Front Alex
Wekwert, Mason Powell, Steven Hilkowski, Masahiro Ogawa, Matt Stone and
Tristen Nelson.
coach: brian goodenow
teams in the post. Defensively we will try to force turnovers
and create transition scoring opportunities.

record 12-9
conference
McBain is the best-coached team in
returnees Mason Powell (SR) Guard; Hunter Esiline
(SR) Forward; and Tristen Nelson (SR) Guard
the area year after year. They return the core of a record-
front line.
ference will be wide open and exceptionally competitive
Pine River Boys Basketball

Dec. 06 MORLEY STANWOOD 7:00
Dec. 14 BEAL CITY
7:00
Dec. 16 Manton
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Jan. 03 Harrison
7:00
Jan. 05 McBain
7:00
Jan. 11 Marion
7:00
Jan. 17 KALKASKA
7:00
Jan. 19 LAKE CITY
7:00
Jan. 24 REED CITY
7:00
Jan. 27 Evart
8:00
setting team. Manton is perhaps the most talented team in

newcomers Trenton Holmes (F)
strengths Solid guard play and good depth on the the Highland, and also extremely well-coached. The con-
working on With 9 of our 12 players on an extend- this season.

ed playoff run with the PR football team, well be playing goals Our No. 1 goal at Pine River is always to win the
Highland Conference.
catch-up in the early part of the season.
style We will play an up-tempo offense, but we will experience Eight seniors, three juniors and one sophalso hope to exploit our size advantage against many omore
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MCBAIN
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N. Mich. Christian
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BRETHREN
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MARION
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Lake City
7:00
CLARE
7:00
EVART
7:00
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Kierra Justin, Maddie Martin and Taylor Hill. Front Olivia Thompson, Anna Lindquist,
Logan Powell, Kaylee Goodman, Julie Justin and Alexis Bennett. Not pictured
Jordan Wanstead.
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Nov. 29 Reed City
8:00
Dec. 02 Morley Stanwood
8:00
Dec. 09 EVART
8:00
Dec. 13 BEAL CITY
8:00
Dec. 15 Manton
8:00
Dec. 20 GLADWIN
8:00
Jan. 06 McBain
8:00
Jan. 10 Marion
8:00
Jan. 18 Crossroads
8:00
Jan. 20 LAKE CITY
8:00
Jan. 27
Jan. 30
Feb. 01
Feb. 03
Feb. 09
Feb. 14
Feb. 17
Feb. 21
Feb. 23
Feb. 27
Evart
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BRETHREN
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Beal City
8:00
MANTON
8:00
MCBAIN
8:00
CLARE
8:00
N. Mich. Christian
8:00
MARION
8:00
Lake City
8:00
DISTRICTS @
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TBA
coach: shawn ruppert
record 17-4
accomplishments conference champs
returnees Julie Justin(sr) Guard; Kierra Justin(sr) Center;
Anna Lindquist(sr) Forward; Alexis Bennett(sr) Forward; KayLee

Goodman(jr) Guard; Selma Barnett(jr) Forward; and Logan
Powell(so) Guard
newcomers Maddie Martin(jr) Guard; Becca Dean(jr)
Forward; Olivia Thompson(jr) Forward; Jordan Wanstead(jr)
Guard; and Taylor Hill(so) Forward
strengths We should be able to run the floor and apply pressure defensively. Team chemistry should also be strong
as all of the main contributors from last years team are back.
working on We need to get more consistent on the
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good team play where girls are wanting to give the ball up
when their teammates are open.
conference McBain has almost everyone back and
should be tough again. NMC and Manton will both be very
good and should compete for the title. Lake City has some
key players back off their impressive team from last season.
Beal City, Marion, and Evart will all have some good young
players who will contribute.
goals We will do our best to be ready/prepared to compete every game. We do not want to take any game/team
on our schedule for granted and we would like to continue to
improve throughout the season.
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The 2016-17 Pine River wrestling team. Back Raden Holmes, Brandon Labounty,
Noah Carper, Josh Shaw, Bryan McCurry, Joe Rigling, Creed Watson, Austin
Wuestin, Justin Cole and Caleb Nolf. Middle Jordan Duery, Alissa Fullerton,
Dallas Snider, Austin Cilwa, Henry Keathley, Austen LaFrance, Molly Holmes,
Brock Nelson, Malachi Holmes, Roger Barnett and Tucker Fansler. Front Jalen
Whipple, Taylor Beebe, Holly Bailor, Aithan Jackson, Dylan Stephans, Tyler Signor,
Jacob Roberts, Andy Park, Andy Fisbie and Jon Damon.
coach: tim jones
young and old. A good balance of experience.
working on filling all of the weight classes

record 25-5
accomplishments Conference champion, along conference I hope us
with Division 4 district and regional champion. Beat Decatur in goals Conference, districts, regionals and make it back
quarterfinals before falling to Hudson in state semifinals
returnees Dylan Stephan, Tyler Signor, Jake Roberts,
Andrew Park, Tucker Fansler, Joe Rigling, Raden Holmes, Bryan
McCurry and Andrew Frisbie
strengths unselfishness as a group, great leaders,
CHEER
to the Final Four. Success is surpassing your goals not merely just
maintaining them.
experience Six seniors, seven juniors, 12 sophomores and
11 freshmen
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Dec. 10 Houghton Lake
TBA
Dec. 17 Shepherd
10:00
Jan. 07 Evart
10:00
Jan. 12 PINE RIVER INVITE
6:00
Jan. 14 Farwell
10:00
Jan. 18 Marion Invite
6:00
Jan. 21 Brethren Invite

10:00
Jan. 25 Evart
5:00
Feb. 02 Marion Invite
6:00
Feb. 04 Brethren Invite
11:00
Feb. 11 Houghton Lake
TBA
Feb. 18 Districts
TBA
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Dec. 10 Tri-County Invite
9:00
Dec. 17 Marquette Challenge 9:00
Dec. 28 Montrose
8:00
Jan. 04 Lake City
6:00
Jan. 07 Alma Invite
9:00
Jan. 11 Benzie Central
6:00
Jan. 14 Forest Hills
Eastern Invite
9:00
Jan. 18 Manton
6:00
Jan. 21 Mio Invite
9:00
Jan. 25 EVART, KINGSLEY
6:00

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Feb. 01 Reed City Quad
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Feb. 04 CONFERENCE
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Feb. 08 TEAM DISTRICT
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The 2016-17 Reed City boys basektball team.
Reed City Boys Basketball

Dec. 06 Cadillac
7:00
Dec. 09 NEWAYGO
7:30
Dec. 16 Fremont
7:30
Jan. 06 GRANT
7:30
Jan. 10 Tri County
7:00
Jan. 13 Chippewa Hills
7:30
Jan. 17 BIG RAPIDS
7:00
Jan. 20 Central Montcalm
7:30
Jan. 24 Pine River
7:30
Jan. 27 Newaygo
7:30
Jan. 31 MORLEY STANWOOD 7:00

Feb. 03 FREMONT
7:30
Feb. 07 Clare
7:30
Feb. 10 Grant
7:30
Feb. 14 TRI COUNTY
7:00
Feb. 17 CHIPPEWA HILLS
7:30
Feb. 21 Big Rapids
7:00
Feb. 24 CENTRAL MONTCALM 7:30
Feb. 27 Evart
7:30
Feb. 28 LAKEVIEW
7:00
coach: jj eads
style Its hard to tell right now. Only had three prac-
tices. Im a new coach with not much experience comrecord 13-9

ing back. We will try different things and see what works.
accomplishments 4th place CSAA Gold
returnees Trent Sturgill, Sr-G; Brandon Evans, Sr-F; conference Big Rapids and Grant are favorites.
and Karsten Koopman, Jr-C. No starters returning
Fremont could be sleeper.
our quickness.
Hopefully, we can compete in our league and pull some
key moving forward.
mores and one freshman
goals Compete every day in practice and games. I

newcomers Cody Kailing, So-G/F
dont
put a number on wins and losses before the season.
strengths We arent very big so will have to utilize
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and one freshman). Gaining varsity experience will be experience two seniors, five juniors, five sopho-
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GIRLS BASKETBALL
The 2016-17 Reed City girls basektball team.
coach: brian koopman
record 11-12 overall record, 6-6 conference record 3rd

place
accomplishments 2016 Class B district champs, lost
to No. 4 Manistee in regionals

returnees Alyssa Olds Jr. Guard/Forward; Emily Libey
Jr. Guard/Forward; Kaymrn Myers So. Guard; Megan Borst, Sr.
Center; and Alanna Nelson, Jr. Guard.
newcomers Kiera Barker Jr. Guard; Jordyn Stroch Jr.
Guard; Sidni Rushford Jr. Forward; Jocelyn Wirth, Jr. Forward;
Alyssa Straub So, Forward; Layla Yost So. Guard; and Taylor
Harrison Fr. Guard.
strengths Very athletic so we hope to get out and fast
break a lot. Play really good man-to-man defense but put a lot
off pressure on the ball. Run a lot.
working on - Team chemistry, rotation of the new players
and getting everybody on the same page defensively and
offensively.
style We will run a open-style offense and man-to-man
defense. Try to get out and run.
conference Try to finish at the top but our conference
will be tough. Big Rapids and Tri-county at the top along with
along with Central Montcalm
goals Have a winning record, win the conference and
repeat as district champs.
experience One senior; seven juniors; three sophomores; and one freshman.
Reed City Girls Basketball

Nov. 29 PINE RIVER
7:00
Dec. 02 Lakeview
7:30
Dec. 06 CADILLAC
7:00
Dec. 09 NEWAYGO
6:00
Dec. 13 White Cloud
7:00
Dec. 16 Fremont
6:00
Jan. 06 GRANT
6:00
Jan. 10 TRI COUNTY
7:00
Jan. 13 Chippwa Hills
6:00
Jan. 17 BIG RAPIDS
5:30

6:00
Jan. 24 CLARE
7:00
Jan. 27 Newaygo
6:00
Jan. 31 Morley Stanwood
7:00
Feb. 03 FREMONT
6:00
Feb. 10 Grant
6:00
Feb. 14 Tri County
7:00
Feb. 17 CHIPPEWA HILLS
6:00
Feb. 21 BIG RAPIDS
5:30
Feb. 24 CENTRAL MONTCALM 6:00
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REED CITY
WRESTLING
The 2016-17 Reed City wrestling team.
Reed City Boys & Girls Wrestling

Dec. 03 Lakewood Scrimmage 8:00
Dec. 07 Beaverton
5:30
Dec. 10 Kent City Invite
9:00
Dec. 14 CONFERENCE
5:30
Dec. 17 South Haven Invite
9:00
Jan. 04 Quad @ Lakeview
5:30
Jan. 07 Kalkaska Invite
9:00
5:30
Jan. 14
Jan. 18
Jan. 21
Jan. 25
Jan. 28
Gladwin Team Tourn.

Chip Hills Conference
Lakeview Invite
Central Montcalm
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coach: roger steig
strengths Work ethics

accomplishments We have a state qualifier return- working on Strength and conditioning and big broth-
ing, Alex Brummel.

returnees Alex Brummel, 140 pound junior; Derrick Rasor, 160 pound senior; Tyler Kerr, 171 pound senior; Brett Walker,
189 pound junior; Isiah Yonkin, 189 pound junior; and Jason
Johnson, 140 pound junior
newcomers Michael Kittner, 103 pound freshman; Hunter Brahman, 130 pound freshman; Heaven Hurley, 130 pound
freshman; Austin Fowler, 189 pound freshman; and Ryan Neal,
285 pound freshman
er/little brother drills.
conference Chippewa Hills is the team to beat and Tri
County could be the sleeper.

goals We have a large team this year and want to
keep our numbers. Expectations We all make this season of
positive experience for everyone involved. Success Smiling
faces at the end!
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and 13 freshmen.
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2016-17 Cadillac News

Cadillac Boys Basketball

Mason County Central 7:30

U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

style In typical Cadillac fashion, we will

(f), Spencer Fisher (g), Hunter Rensberry (f)

deep this year. I think both TC schools will be

will have to play and contribute right away.

play a hard-nosed style of defensive which

record 9-11 overall

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Cadillac Girls Basketball

U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

coach: Mary Kaye

strengths Experience and defense

Johns-F; Alexus Little-G/F; Kylie Christensen-C;

conference Petoskey is strong and the

using our speed.

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strengths Confidence and growth from last years

growth to greater success this season.

Cadillac Boys Hockey

U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

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The 2017 Cadillac ski teams. Front Libbey Lloyd, Emma

Cadillac Boys & Girls Skiing

coach: joe host

omore; and Emma Lloyd Honorable Mention All-State,

Jan. 30 BNC Schuss Mountain 10:00

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Buckley Boys Basketball

Feb. 01 SUTTONS BAY

U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

The 2016-17 Buckley boys

coach: blair moss

style Fast-break offense and a swarming defense

working on Weight room and working hard on de-

The 2016-17 Buckley

Buckley Girls Basketball

U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

style Our offense is still a process and defensively we

nior; and Emily Houghton

conference Glen Lake and Kingsley are both go-

ing to be monsters this year

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coach: brad besko

heading into the season. We must buy in to playing TEAM de-

they will see an up-tempo style of play for 32 minutes. We want

fense each and every night to be successful this season.

coach: bill tisron

some changes to our defensive

scheme, but the girls are playing

Lake City Girls Basketball

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U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

coach: eli hoffert

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