Sports
Trailblazers tie
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorAfter a 2+-week hiatus, the Saugatuck girls soccer team returned from spring break to host Niles on Monday And while the game was stopped early due to lightning, Trailblazers coach Neal Phillips liked what he saw.The game…
Boys Golf Season Preview:
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor ALLEGANAs the spring season gets underway, the Allegan boys golf team is focused on building consistency, strengthening team chemistry and competing with any opponent it faces.The Tigers return a mix of experienced players and developing talent…
Bulldogs cruise past visiting Three Rivers
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor OTSEGO—The Otsego girls tennis team turned in a strong performance Monday, April 13, sweeping Three Rivers 7-0 in Wolverine Conference action.The Bulldogs took control early by winning all four singles flights in straight sets.At No. 1…
Paw Paw girls take first
By John RaffelCorrespondent PAW PAW — Paw Paw’s track teams hosted the Lions Invitational on April 11 at Falan Field.Paw Paw girls had 170 points to win the eight-team fieldThe Paw Paw boys were second.For Paw Paw girls, Taylor Thorpe…
Three Rivers softball notches perfecto, no-hitter in doubleheader against Sturgis
STURGIS — Three Rivers pitchers held Sturgis to just one baserunner, while the Wildcat offense went wild in a doubleheader sweep of Sturgis on the road Wednesday.In Game 1, the Wildcats mercied Sturgis 22-0 in five innings, led by a…
Baseball Roundup Three Rivers routs Sturgis
STURGIS — Three Rivers’ baseball team had their way with Sturgis in a road doubleheader Wednesday night, taking down the Trojans 22-0 in five innings in Game 1 and 14-0 in five innings in Game 2.In Game 1, Three Rivers…
Farwell senior ready for softball season
By John RaffelCorrespondentFARWELL — Karleigh Ames was a senior for Farwell’s basketball team during the winter in her first year of varsity basketball.“It was a spur of the moment decision,” Ames said.But she and her teammate were happy she decided…
Saugatuck golf team hopes to build on historic season
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorAfter a historic season a year ago, expectations remain high for the Saugatuck boys golf team.“Our goals this year look very similar to what they’ve been in years past,” coach Brian Ward said. “Our expectation for this…
Boys Track Season Preview:
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor FENNVILLECoach: Josh SliterReturning letter winners: Atticus Boeve, jr. (distance—800, 1,600, 3,200); Jaciel Ruiz, sr. (distance—800, 1,600, 3,200); Ashton Halcomb, sr. (sprints—100, 200, 400); Carter Thompson, sr. (sprints—100, 200, 400); Calvin Giles, jr. (throws); Uly Estrada, sr.…
Girls Soccer Season Preview:
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor ALLEGANA new era begins for Allegan girls soccer.But the expectations remain the same.Following a run to the MHSAA Division 3 state semifinals last season, the Tigers enter the 2026 campaign under new leadership, as Stu McLean…
Mattawan splits Saturday games
By John RaffelCorrespondent MATTAWAN — Mattawan’s baseball team split with two teams on the road on April 4 in a doubleheader.Mattawan is 2-2.Novi won the first game 7-2 against Mattawan which won its second game against the Rochester Falcons 7-0.Mattawan’s…
Softball Roundup Eddies romp Trojans
STURGIS — The Lady Trojans hosted Edwardsburg last week, and the visiting Eddies came away with victories in both games, 15-0 and 19-0.No stats were reported for either game.Sturgis is still seeking its first win of the young season, and…
Track and Field Roundup Sturgis girls run past TR to open season, TR boys notch victory
STURGIS — The defending state champion Sturgis girls’ track team kicked off their season with a 94-43 win over Three Rivers Tuesday, March 24.In the 100 meter run, Olivia Wenzel (TR) placed first (13.67), followed by Sturgis’ Addison Eicher in…
Farwell wrestler completes his first year
By John RaffelCorrespondent FARWELL — Anthony Amerson was a first-year wrestler for Farwell who picked up some valuable experience as a freshman.He was also in football and said early in the season he was eager to test out his talents…
Saugatuck soccer splits games
The Saugatuck girls soccer team was in action on back-to-back days last week, hosted Covenant Christian on Friday, March 27, after welcoming Bloomingdale to town on Thursday, March 26.The result was a split decision, as the Trailblazers fell by a…
Otsego tennis posts wins over Wayland, Marshall
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor OTSEGO — The Otsego girls tennis team picked up a pair of strong wins over the past week, highlighted by a decisive victory over Wayland.The Bulldogs defeated Wayland 7-1 on Monday, March 30, using a balanced…
Allegan track starts season strong
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor HAMILTON—It was a promising start to the outdoor season for the Allegan track and field teams at the Hamilton Early Season Invitational on Monday, March 30.The Allegan girls placed fourth overall with 64 points, while the…
Lawton’s softball depth excites coach Ludwig
By John RaffelCorrespondent LAWTON — Lawton softball coach Madison Ludwig was impressed with how her tam performed in 2025 and is looking forward tot he results from cc“The 2025 season was a true testament to the hard work, resilience, and…
Saugauck baseball hopes to compete
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorA new era of Saugatuck baseball is underway this spring.With Jaden Grigg taking over as head coach, the Trailblazers enter the 2026 season with a mix of experience, youth and a clearly defined identity.“We decided as a…
Otsego tennis plays well
By Jason WesseldykSports Editor PORTLAND—Otsego turned in a strong showing Saturday at the Portland Invitational, competing against Ludington, DeWitt and Portland.The Bulldogs came away with multiple individual flight wins against a competitive field.Senior Ellie Koringa led the way, winning her…
