Time is running out to register for the 2021 Jr. Whippet Football Camp hosted by the high school coaching staff and players! The camp is July 19-22 from 6-7:30 p.m. Walk up registrations will be allowed, but get them in by Monday, July 12, to ensure the correct size t-shirt!
The registration form is attached below and can be sent to Head Coach Jason Bleck. Email him with any questions you may have at jbleck@wwusd.org . Go, Whippets!
Article Submitted by Mark Maas
Whitewater High School Head Track Coach
mmaas@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Coach Jill Rausch
Whippet Track and Field concluded its season with athletes running their fastest times of the year at the WIAA State Track and Field Meet in La Crosse on Friday, June 25.
Senior Trenten Zahn toured the track in 1:58.05 finishing fourth in the 800 Meter Run and running the 5th fastest time in school history. Zahn concluded an amazing high school career that saw him earn 11 varsity letters and take a combined four trips to state in track and field and cross country.
Not to be out done, the girls’ relays, made up of Amanda Tovar, Kacie Carollo, Madelynn Buehler, and Kindyl Kilar, ran their fastest times of the year posting a 51.16 in the 400 Meter Relay, good for a 7th place finish and 1:48.1 in the 800 Meter Relay for a 10th place finish. Their time of 51.16 places them 7th on the Whippet Track and Field All-Time Top Ten List for the 4×100 Meter Relay. Seniors Amanda Tovar and Kacie Carollo concluded their remarkable careers as well and will be remembered for their leadership, work ethic. and fierce competitiveness.
Avery Caputo placed 7th in both the 100 and 400 Meter Wheelchair Races with times of 27.03 and 2:24.47.
The Whippet Track and Field Coaching Staff would like to extend their thanks to all of the student athletes, especially our seniors, who provided amazing leadership throughout the season
Whitewater Unified School District is gearing up for fall sports! If you have a middle or high school aged child please look at all the amazing things being offered for them to participate in. If you would like to sign your child/children up please email our athletic director Justin Crandall at jcrandall@wwusd.org. Let’s go WHIPPETS!!
The image on the homepage, “Sport” by Francois Peeters is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0.
(Milwaukee, June 15, 2021) – Registration opened for the Wisconsin Senior Olympics (WSO) June 15, 2021. With 22 states sending athletes to participate in the 2020 WSO games, expectations are for continued growth in participation in 2021. In 2020, despite restrictions from Covid, 595 athletes participated in the games. In a typical year, that number is over 1,200.
“We were extremely pleased last year to hold the games in a protective manner. This year, we hope to get new athletes to join us, and bring back some of the participants who chose to sit out last year due to Covid,” said Harvey Pollack, WSO President.
Athletes participating in the WSO games are able to qualify for the National Senior Games, which take place bi-annually. A sampling of the sports offered by WSO includes archery, badminton, basketball, bowling, cornhole, cycling, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, powerlifting, softball, tennis, track and field, and volleyball.
“We see a lot of enthusiasm to compete from our Wisconsin athletes and throughout the upper Midwest. It’s an excellent way for athletes to set goals to stay in shape and get back in touch with sports where they’ve excelled,” Pollack said.
To register, go to www.wiseniorolympics.com.
It’s time again for #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society!
This week’s image features the 1950 Whitewater Sandlot Tri-County Champion Baseball Team. The team was part of the Kachel’s Kids Baseball organization run by Clarence (back row) and Mae Kachel.
Front row: J. Collins, G. Congdon, N. Schneider, E. Sweno, R. Douglas, D. Fisher, & E. Koszyczarek.
Second row: H. Kraus, J. Suby, R. Smith, W. Peterson, W. Splitter, & J. Marshall.
Join us next week with more from the Whitewater Historical Society collections!
(0018P, Whitewater Historical Society)
The Whitewater Historical Society collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Whitewater and the surrounding area. Be sure to join us next week for more from the Society’s collections. Please “like” us on Facebook, and check out our website at whitewaterhistoricalsociety.org!
Whitewater United FC Select Soccer held a successful first day of tryouts.
If your player is interested in being a part of a Whitewater U12-U15 Select team there is still time!
Tryout dates will continue Thurs., June 24th, Tues., June 29th, and Wed., June 30th. A one-time cost of $25 tryout fee is due at tryouts at the field (non-refundable).
Times are as follows:
June 24th 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. U12 Boys/Girls
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. U15 Boys/Girls
June 29th & 30th 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. U15 Boys/Girls
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. U12 Boys/Girls
Tryout Location: Moraine View Park Fields, 1201 E. Innovation Drive. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.
Whitewater Youth Football League is seeking final registrations for 2021-2022 grades 4th – 8th for hybrid and tackle football teams. The EXTENDED REGISTRATION DEADLINE is June 30. Parents can register their players for 4th/5th grade HYBRID team (8 on 8 padded flag football) and 6th, 7th, and 8th grade tackle football. Practice is set to begin in August, with Saturday games in September and October. You can register your player through the Whitewater Park & Recreation website under the Programs/Team Sports page. Any questions, you can contact Neal Kolb by email at wildlifepreservation@hotmail.com
Article Submitted by Mark Maas
Whitewater High School Head Track and Field Coach
mmaas@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Coach Jill Rausch
The Whippet Track and Field Team hosted a WIAA Division II Sectional on Thursday night, June 17, advancing two relays and two individuals to the WIAA State Meet in La Crosse.
Heading to La Crosse for the girls are the 4×100 and 4×200 M Relays. Kacie Carollo, Amanda Tovar, Madelynn Buehler, and Kindyl Kilar finished second in the 4×100 and third in the 4×200 to advance into the state competition. Alternates for the relays are Olive Coburn and Emma Weigel.
Trenten Zahn raced his way to a victory with a thrilling finish in the 800 M Run. Sprinting down the final straightaway, Zahn caught Jefferson’s Sawyer Thorpe at the line and pulled out the win by 1/100th of a second.
Avery Caputo earned his way to State in the 100 and 400 Meter Wheelchair races.
The Whippets battled all night long with many having their best performances of the season. The Whippet Coaching staff is proud of all of the student athletes and the effort they put forth this year. We are particularly thankful, indebted, and proud of the leadership provided by our seniors who have had to navigate through a difficult year. In a word, they were outstanding and will be missed.
We would also like to thank everyone who helped us put on the WIAA Sectional Track and Field Meet, in particular Meet Manager Chad Carstens, AD Justin Crandall, Shannon Cushman, and Ronnie Kelly and his grounds crew, along with all of our meet workers who helped us once again put on a successful meet.
Link to Meet Results:
https://www.wiaawi.org/Portals/0/PDF/Results/Track/2021/whitewatersectional.htm?ver=V6ImQqr2xXCqfzAxBDc7qg%3d%3d
WHITEWATER– June 10, 2021 – The Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon & 5K is excited to once again host 600 participants in the Half Marathon and 5K. This is a 50% increase from last year’s modest event.
In coordination with the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, the Whitewater Unified School District, and the City of Whitewater, the DWS has created a safe and fun event for this upcoming September that closely resembles past DWS race days. There will once again be an awards ceremony commemorating the overall winners of the Half Marathon and 5K. Winners of the Half Marathon will also receive a purse prize, a trophy and a gift card to Performance Running Outfitters.
“It has always been our goal to bring this race back to the full, fun event it was two year ago,” said Race Director Dawson Miller. “We’re grateful to be able to bring back so many of our family events that come along with race weekend. We’re also bringing back a competitive, herded race start that allows for our runners to truly race against one another.”
This year, the W3 Fit Kid Shuffle will be back, which is a great way to get kids involved and active. This year’s W3 Fit Kid Shuffle will take place on Saturday, September 18—the day before the race. Parents and those with young children in their lives can come pick up their registration packets that Saturday and watch their little ones participate in this fun, athletic event.
Race day is set for Sunday, September 19, 2021 and registration is picking up fast.
“Increasing our number of participants allows us to involve so much more of the Whitewater community, which has always been one of our top priorities,” said Executive Director Jeff Knight. ”This event allows us to give back to Whitewater, get active, and raise money for our local charity partners, Bethel House, Whitewater LEADS, Working for Whitewater’s Wellness (W3), Whitewater Unified School District and the J-Hawk Aquatic Club. That’s what this event has been about these past nine years. We can’t wait to make this year even bigger and better than ever.”
The DWS will continue to allow more events back into race day weekend as it is deemed safe to do so.
The entire DWS team looks forward to another great year packed with family friendly fun. To receive a t-shirt, be sure to register by September 5, 2021. Register at https://runwhitewater.com.
About the DWS
The goal of the DWS is to promote the City of Whitewater and highlight its greatest features, while keeping everyone in the community active. All the proceeds from the race are donated to five local non-profit partners: Bethel House (which provides interim housing for homeless families), Whitewater LEADS, Working for Whitewater’s Wellness (W3), Whitewater Unified School District and the J-Hawk Aquatic Club. The DWS partners with the city, business community, university and the school district to make this a tremendous event that benefits all who participate. For more information about the race visit www.runwhitewater.com.
Article Submitted by Mark Maas
Whitewater High School Head Track and Field Coach
mmaas@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Bob Mischka
The Whippet Girls placed 3rd and Boys finished 7th at the Rock Valley Conference Championship Track and Field Meet on Wednesday, June 9, at Big Foot.
The girls were led by Kindyl Kilar, Kacie Carollo, and Crystal Chan, each competing in 4 events. Kilar, a sophomore, was 4th in the 100, sprinting a season best of 13.14, 3rd in the 200 with a season best 27.31, 5th in the high jump with a leap of 4′ 6″, and running the anchor of the 4X100 bringing home the baton in a first place time of 51.97. Rounding out the gold medal relay were Emma Weigel, Amanda Tovar, and Madelynn Buehler. Kacie Carollo had a busy day placing 6th in the 100, 5th in the 200, 4th in the long jump, and 3rd in the triple jump, with season best performances in each event. Crystal Chan was 2nd in the high hurdles, 2nd in the 300 hurdles, 4th in the high jump, and ran a leg on the 7th place 4X400 M Relay. The 4X200 M relay brought home gold running 1:53.04 with Amanda Tovar, Madelynn Buehler, Emma Weigel, and Izzy Dieter. Olive Coburn sprinted her way to a 6th place finish in the 400 with her best time of the season. The 4X800 made up of Danielle DePorter, Sophie Walton, Catherine Skindingsrude, and Gwen Truesdale placed 5th, and Jenna Caldwell and Amanda Tovar pole vaulted to a tie for 3rd with vaults of 8′ 6″. Sophie Walton’s 7th place finish in the 3200 rounded out the Whippet scoring.
For the boys, Trenten Zahn led the way with a 2nd place finish in the 800 running 2:00.01 and a 3rd place in the 400 with an outstanding 51:48. Also scoring in the 400 for the Whippets was Ignacio Cuevas with a 6th place finish in 55.24. Cuevas was also part of the gold medal 4X800 M Relay along with Nate Holden, Cooper Hammond, and Ethan Dugan. Aaron Porras had a season best 11.7 in the 100 M placing 7th and helped the 4X200M Relay to a 4th place finish along with teammates Mason Nobs, Carter Friend, and Connor Sharlow. Jon Aron’s leap of 5′ 8″ in the high jump earned him a 2nd place finish, Dylan DuClos was 3rd in the pole vault, and Connor Raupp rounded out the scoring with an 8th place finish in the shot put.
The Whippets will travel to Jefferson on Monday, June 14, for the WIAA Regional and then be back home on Thursday, June 17, hosting the WIAA Sectional.
Results: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/437818/results