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“West Side Story”
Tuesday, May 10, 1 p.m.
(Musical/Drama/Romance) Rated PG-13; 2 hours, 36 minutes (2021)
This reimagining of the 1961 classic musical was nominated for Best Picture, and garnered a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for Ariana DeBose. Directed by Steven Spielberg, it stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, and Rita Moreno.
On Thursday, May 5, the Whitewater Whippets traveled to East Troy to play the Trojans in girls’ soccer. The teams played a fast-paced game that ended 3-1 in favor of East Troy.
The Trojans’ goals were scored by Robyn Sonderegger (8′), Callie Nelson (10′), and Lauren Stroh. Trojan goalkeeper Becca Barber had two saves. The Whippets’ goal was scored off a corner kick by Caelyn Caputo (80′).
Marina Linos had eight saves in goal for Whitewater.
Article Submitted by Maddy Blain
Whitewater High School Head Girls’ Soccer Coach
mblain@wwusd.org
File Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
At the end of each season the Wisconsin Wrestling Coaches Association honors students for their academic excellence in the classroom. Whitewater is privileged to have seven wrestlers from the 2021-22 wrestling team achieve this honor.
Carter Friend received 2nd team honors, while Cooper Hammond, Mason DePorter, CJ Tomomitsu, Aaron Porras, Sebastian Cuellar, and Nathaniel Holden received Academic All-State Honorable Mention.
The criterion for this award is that the student-athletes must have a minimum of a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. They receive points based on multiplying their GPA by 100, point per varsity win, and points based on state placement or qualifier. There were 595 student-athletes nominated for this award who met the credentials. The top 20 in each grade level are 1st team and the next 20 are second team at each grade level.
Congratulations to these young student-athletes as this is a great accomplishment for them. They continue to make WWUSD proud.
Article Submitted by John Schimming
Whitewater High School Head Wrestling Coach
jschimming@wwusd.org
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Fort HealthCare.
Fort HealthCare Women Who Care (WWC) is hosting a special membership event at Riverstone Premier Event Center on Thursday, May 12 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. Riverstone Premier is located at 1905 Central Coast in Fort Atkinson. Existing members, guests, and those interested in membership are encouraged to attend. The event is free for existing members, and $25.00 for non-members. WWC asks guests to RSVP to wwc@forthc.com, or by calling (920) 568-5465.
Humorist Sandra Bernhardt will be the featured guest speaker. A resident of Fort Atkinson, Bernhardt has kept people laughing for more than 30 years. She is a UW-Whitewater graduate and mother of three sons. The membership event will also celebrate the positive impact that WWC has had on our local communities, and guests will hear from existing members about how participation in WWC has impacted their lives.
Riverstone Premier will provide hors d’oeuvres and desserts. A cash bar will also be available. Adding to the evening’s festivities will be a May Basket Silent Auction and 50/50 raffle. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase, but those that bring additional guests to the event will receive an additional ticket per guest.
About Women Who CARE
Women Who CARE has its roots in the Women’s Giving Circle established by the Fort Memorial Hospital Foundation in 2004. A group of area women gathered for lunch once a quarter for information and inspiration about their health and well-being. Member contributions were gathered to fund various services at Fort HealthCare. A wide variety of projects were included over the years including hospital equipment, new health and wellness services, and scholarships.
In 2014, a group of members had an idea to expand the way the group functioned. Their idea was to engage the membership to determine ways in which the group could make a measurable impact on the health and well-being of people in our area. From that beginning, a group of philanthropic-minded women was formed, setting out to identify opportunities of service to our area, such as School-Based Behavioral Health Services, School Nurse leadership training, and forward-thinking initiatives focused on women’s health equity. For more information about Women Who CARE, visit www.forthealthcare.com/wwc.
On Thursday, April 28, Whitewater Girls’ Soccer hosted Big Foot-Williams Bay High School in a conference game. It was a very close match, with Big Foot ultimately winning 2-1.
Whitewater had 14 shots on goal, with Natalia Sortino scoring for the Whippets. Madison West and Annie Sanchez scored for Big Foot, which had six shots on goal.
Whitewater goalkeeper Marina Linos had four saves, and Maylani Venegas had nine saves in goal for Big Foot.
On Monday, May 2, the Whippets traveled to McFarland. The teams played a physical game, with McFarland winning 11-1.
Goals for McFarland were scored by Grace Breuchel (7′, 25′, 55′, 64′, 67′), Elise Gillen (12′, 21′, 26′), Lucia Matenaer (24′), Avery Pennenkamp (39′), and Sierra Binger (60′). Whitewater’s goal was scored on a free kick by Mayte Navejas (53’).
Marina Linos fielded 22 shots on goal and 13 corner kicks by McFarland, coming away with 13 saves for the Whippets. Avery Weaver played in goal for McFarland.
Article Submitted by Maddy Blain
Whitewater High School Head Soccer Coach
mblain@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
Congratulations to senior Guin Yeager and junior Brooke Bazeley who were honored as Wisconsin Honorable Mentions for the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award at a ceremony at the Milwaukee School of Engineering on Sunday, May 1. The ceremony celebrated 138 students from high schools across the state of Wisconsin.
Both girls have completed an array of computer science courses at Whitewater High School and have been key members of the programming teams that have competed at MSOE and Marquette University. In addition, Guin served as the team captain for the Aerospace Jam Drone Team this year, and Brooke is a member of the programming team for Ferradermis, Whitewater High School’s FIRST Robotics Team #6574.
The awards ceremony featured guest speakers from the world of information technology, a question and answer period with people working in the field, and an opportunity for award recipients to network.
For more information on the Aspirations in Computing Awards program, visit https://ncwit.org/k-12/.
Article Submitted by Laura Masbruch
Whitewater High School Computer Science Teacher and Banner Volunteer
lmasbruch@wwusd.org
Last week, the Whitewater Track & Field team competed in both Junior Varsity and Varsity Competitions. On Thursday, several athletes competed at the Jefferson JV Invite. Personal records were set by Payton Bunger in the Shot Put and Ethan Barels in the Discus. The Whippets’ JV squad returns to competition next Thursday at Lake Geneva Badger.
On Friday, Whitewater competed in the Fort Atkinson Invitational against five other teams. Several strong performances were had across the board by both squads. The boys were led by first-place finishes from Jack Hefty (3200m run) and CJ Tomomitsu (Pole Vault). Connor Raupp continued his strong 2022 campaign in both throwing events, taking 2nd place in both the shot put and discus. Other medalists included the 2nd place 3200m Relay team of Jack Hefty, Nate Holden, Cooper Hammond, and Ethan Dugan, and Traysen Thomason placed 3rd in the 200m dash.
The girls took home one gold medal from Izzy Dieter in the Discus, who won the competition with a PR throw by over 6 feet. The girls’ Pole Vault trio of Evie Troxel, Izzy Dieter, and Grace Villarreal took 2nd, 3rd, and 5th, respectively, while posting several PR’s. Other medalists included Grace Villarreal who placed 2nd in the 400m dash, and Calli Grosinske with a 3rd place finish in the Long Jump. The Whippets return to competition next Friday at Edgerton for the Tider Invitational.
Article Submitted by Matt Green
Whitewater High School Head Track and Field Coach
mgreen@wwusd.org
File Photos Courtesy of Bob Mischka
The Whippet Booster Club will be hosting their semi-annual Sports Auction on Saturday, April 30 at 841 Brewhouse.
The doors open at 5:00 p.m., and tickets are $20. Your ticket includes entry into the event, food, beverages, and an opportunity to win door prizes. The auction grand prize for the evening is a $1000 drawing but there are MANY more ways to win on the night!
This auction site at https://sportswwusd.sportngin.com/auction will show some of the big ticket items that will be at this year’s auction along with some of our raffle items.
If you have any questions about the event or wish to donate, please contact Booster Club President Tom Grosinske or Athletic Director Justin Crandall.
Make sure to save the date and come out to support our Whippet Athletics! Go, Whippets!
Article Submitted by Justin Crandall
Whitewater High School Athletic Director
jcrandall@wwusd.org
Obituaries
Richard Allen Splitter, age 80, of Blue Eye, Missouri, passed away November 12, 2024. He entered this life on June 16, 1944, the son of Edward and Berniece (Craig) Splitter in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Richard proudly served our country in the United States Navy for two terms. During his time in the service, he was able to get his master’s degree in engineering from California State University of Long Beach. During his working years, Richard was an engineer for different aerospace companies. He retired to Blue Eye, Missouri, and thoroughly enjoyed lake life. Richard appreciated the outdoors and loved hiking, fishing, … Read more
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Edward W. HamiltonApril 3,1941 – October 26, 2024 Edward “Edjo” Wickman Hamilton, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at home. Ed was born in Evanston, Illinois and moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin with his family when he was eight years old. He attended Whitewater High School and then graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater with a bachelor of science degree. He also served two years in the army. He moved to Davenport, Iowa in 1971 and worked at John Deere Davenport Works until he retired in 2001. Then he followed a dream, moved back to Whitewater and … Read more
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Verne Paul Schrank was born on March 9, 1930 at home on the family farm in Lima Township, Rock County, to Arthur and Marie (Witte) Schrank. He attended the Sturtevant one room school which closed when he graduated in 1944. He attended Whitewater High School and graduated in 1948. Verne farmed with his parents until 1967 when he moved to Whitewater and worked for the Whitewater Unified School District as a custodian – courier for 27 years. Verne served on various boards at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, as well as playing on the dartball team for many years. Verne … Read more
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After a long full life, Janine Marie (Dickerson) Weiss was called home to the Lord. Janine was born on April Fool’s Day, 1930 in Milwaukee. She grew up enjoying Trolleys, dancing and school with her sisters, Donna Domagalski, Marcyl Howel, Karen Moczynski and her parents, Glenn and Lucille Dickerson. In 1950, she married Frederic Weiss in a little church in Three Lakes WI. Shortly after, the first of 5 kids was born with the next 2 shortly after. Denice Lucille (Edward DeGroot), David Arthur, and Dana Lynn (Stephen Lind). After a breather Debra Beth (Alyn Jones) and Donna Raye (Dale … Read more
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Raymond Miles, 96, Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Our House Senior Living in Whitewater. Raymond was born on February 10, 1928, in Elkhorn, WI to Rueben and Norma Miles. He served in the US Army. On June 18, 1955, Raymond married Waverly Sutherland in Whitewater, WI. He enjoyed a long and successful career as a Livestock Dealer. In retirement, he cherished time spent with his family and remained informed on the farming community. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Waverly of Whitewater, sons Eddie of Madison and Todd (Barbara) Miles of Sarasota FL, … Read more
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Connie Jean Sukowski embarked on her next big adventure on the evening of Friday, November 8, 2024. Connie enjoyed decades of adventures with friends and family. She spent 36 years teaching 2nd and 3rd grade students in the Palmyra Eagle School District, working alongside many cherished colleagues and friends. Connie and her husband, Patrick Theodore Sukowski, shared 55 and a half years of marriage. Together they raised four children: Peter, Allan, Ann and Kevin Sukowski. She took great joy in watching her five grandchildren grow into amazing adults: Sonora Sukowski, Brianne Hebbe, Jared Gundrum-Sukowski, Nolan Causey, and Lore Lai Schimmel. … Read more
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Nancy Lou Hallock Cooper passed away November 8, 2024 due to complications of lungcancer. Nancy was born on April 20, 1936 in Springfield, MA to Howard and Barbara (Corliss) Hallock. As a child, Nancy spent every summer in her beloved Piermont, NH where she and her brothers “helped” the local farmer with his chores, including riding in the truck with the milk cans every morning. She enjoyed swimming in the local brooks, picking berries, going to the nearby library, visiting with cousins, and playing croquet every evening. As she grew older, she spent time as a camper and then a camp … Read more
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James Robert Trier (Jimbo), passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on December 22, 1934, in New Holstein, WI, to George and Frances Trier. He spent his later years residing in Whitewater, WI. Jim began his teaching career as a high school mathematics teacher and then dedicated 55 years of his life to education as a mathematics professor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He was the chairman of the faculty senate as well. He had a passion for math and an engaging teaching style, which made him a student favorite. He was known for telling … Read more
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Juan Manuel “Manny” Rodriguez, 56, of Whitewater, WI, passed away on Oct 31, 2024. He was born in Fort Atkinson, WI, on November 14, 1967 to Ponciano and Blanca Rodriguez. He graduated from Whitewater High School and continued his education at Gateway, earning a degree in marketing. He had a love for helping people and worked in healthcare for over 30 years as a CNA. He enjoyed shooting darts with his lifelong friends: Robert Bramley, Brian Quass, and Todd Piper. To know Manny, you knew he had a love for his Washington Redskins, now known as the Commanders. He loved to play … Read more
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