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Wrapping up their regular season racing schedule on Saturday, September 30th, the Whippet Cross Country Teams competed in Platteville in a 33-team invitational. With challenging terrain and warm conditions, both programs had really strong race performances to boost their confidence as the team moves into the championship phase of the season.
The Varsity Boys raced first with Jack Hefty running a really solid race to place 5th overall in 16:28. He put himself in a good position early and battled well with those around him. Nate Holden came in 15th with a time of 17:16. This is a really nice performance, and Nate has been solid in the number two position on the team. Xavier Zei rebounded well after last week’s Midwest Invitational and placed 26th in 17:55. These top three individuals all medaled in the meet. Miles Nickelsburg placed 39th with a time of 18:14. Onyx Thompson placed 122nd in 20:01, and Quincy Boudreau placed 133rd in 20:16. Overall, the boys placed 4th in the large school division.
The Varsity Girls’ race saw Mady Hefty have a breakthrough race and place 16th in 20:59. She extended herself in a way she hadn’t all season and beat some girls she had only seen from behind for some time. Athena Soto came in as the team’s second runner and placed 43rd in 22:06 but earned a medal by placing 25th in the large school division. Carley Boudreau and Nola Coburn once again found each other early in the race and ran together and drag raced to the finish. Today they finished with Carley in 59th and Nola in 62nd with times of 22:46 and 22:49. Ema Aranda was the team’s fifth runner today and placed 110th in 25:04. Isabella Aranda placed 132nd in 26:44. Overall, the girls’ team finished in 5th place in the large school division.
Isaac Straight led the boys’ JV team with a 42nd place showing and stopped the clock in 21:15. Not far behind was Wyatt Esch in 54th and Isaiah Mendez in 56th. Their times were 21:31 and 21:50, respectively. The boys’ JV team placed 11th overall amongst both the small and large school divisions.
Lauren Buehler led the JV team with a 36th place finish to stop the clock in 26:49. Sami Van Daele and Lucy Troxel placed 45th and 47th overall with times of 27:17 and 27:26. Overall the team placed 8th amongst both the small and large school divisions combined.
Coach Carstens added, “I am really proud of the way the kids battled this difficult course with hot conditions. It was not easy, but they rose to the challenge. We now set our sights on putting our most complete races together in the month of October at the conference meet and beyond.”
BOYS RESULTS: http://www.accuracetiming.com/results/2023/plattcc_23b.pdf
GIRLS RESULTS: http://www.accuracetiming.com/results/2023/plattcc_23g.pdf
The team will now turn their attention to the Rock Valley Conference Meet on Thursday, October 12th. This event will be at UW-Whitewater with the varsity boys starting at 4:10, girls’ varsity at 4:50, and boys’ and girls’ combined JV at 5:25.
Article Submitted by Chad Carstens
Whitewater High School Head Cross Country Coach
ccarstens@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Erica Holden
By Angela Kelm
Asst. Athletic Director for Sports Information
UW-W
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater head coach Stacy Boudreau captured her 500th win at the helm of the Warhawk volleyball program Friday evening in front of a fantastic home crowd. The The Warhawks swept Elmhurst 3-0 (25-14, 25-21, 25-21) in the win.
In her 19th season as the head coach of the Warhawk volleyball team, Boudreau now holds a mark of 500-135 at UWW, a win rate near 80-percent. She leads all active volleyball coaches in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and ranks sixth in league history for wins. Nationally, Boudreau is eighth among active coaches in Division III with a 78.8-win percentage. That mark is 10th all-time in Division III.
The Warhawks jumped out to a quick lead to set the tone for the match that secured win number 500 Friday night. UWW’s offense was rolling while the defense held the Blue Jays to a negative attack percentage in the first two sets. Ally Warburton, Jenna Weinfurt and Kirsten Anderson all registered three kills to lead UWW in the first set.
The second set was a defensive masterpiece as the Warhawks recorded six total blocks. Anderson assisted on three while Abbie Dix registered a solo and two assist blocks.
Weinfurt bolstered the offense in the third set with 4 kills on 13 attempts with just one error.
For the match, Weinfurt was the lone hitter to reach double digit kills with 10. Anderson and Dix were huge at the net defensively combining for 11 blocks – six block assists for Anderson and a solo and four assists for Dix. Anderson also got it done from the service line with a match-high three aces.
Aubrie Krzus posted 24 assists and partnered on five blocks. Morgan Jensen stifled the Elmhurst attack with 18 digs.
The 1951 Class of Whitewater High School held its 72nd class reunion at The Real McCoys in Cold Spring on September 23. Seven classmates and two spouses enjoyed their get-together.
Editor’s note: This report and photo were submitted by Mary Warner Peiffer.
The Walworth County Drug Enforcement Unit, in partnership with the Whitewater Police Department, and City of Delavan Police Department conducted an investigation that involved the sale of cocaine in the City of Whitewater. The investigation included surveillance and controlled buys, culminating in the arrest of two subjects.
On September 4th, 2023, the Walworth County Drug Enforcement Unit located one of the subjects, identified as Carlos ARIAS-PEREZ (19, from 137 N. George St., Whitewater), in the City of Whitewater. Carlos ARIAS-PEREZ was subsequently arrested for (1) count of Delivery of Cocaine (5-15 grams).
On September 19th, 2023, the Walworth County Drug Enforcement Unit located the other subject, identified as Rolando LOPEZ-GOMEZ (38, from 353 N. Cherry St., Whitewater), in the City of Elkhorn. Rolando LOPEZ-GOMEZ was subsequently arrested for (2) counts of Delivery of Cocaine (15- 40 grams) and (1) count of Delivery of Cocaine (5-15 grams) – Party to a Crime.
Both Carlos ARIAS-PEREZ and Rolando LOPEZ-GOMEZ were arrested and transported to the Walworth County Jail. The investigation is ongoing.
Rolando LOPEZ-GOMEZ is currently facing the following charges:
961.41(1)(cm) Delivery of Cocaine (3 counts)
Carlos ARIAS-PEREZ is currently facing the following charges:
961.41(1)(cm) Delivery of Cocaine (1 count)
Pursuant to the directive of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as found in Supreme Court Rule 20:3.6, Trial Publicity, you are advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
City of Whitewater Common Council – Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Adjourn to closed session, to reconvene in open session, pursuant to Chapter 19.86 notice of collective bargaining negations Item to be discussed: Discuss Bargaining and Negotiation strategy related to the contract with the Police Union
Open session: update on limiting discount stores, Housing Summit update, ordinance establishing lake advisory committee, Discussion and possible action regarding deferred assessments for Wisconsin Street sanitary sewer and water main
Additional closed session agenda to reconvene: Items to be discussed: 1) Review and Discuss A1 Packaging development agreement 2) Review and discuss possible options for resolution of the Walton excessive real estate tax assessment claim
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By Angela Kelm
UW-W Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information
Oshkosh, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team opened its Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference slate with a big 37-21 win at UW-Oshkosh Saturday afternoon. The Warhawks are ranked third in the latest American Football Coaches Association poll and fourth according to D3football.com. UW-Oshkosh is ranked 21st and 20th in the two polls respectively.
The Warhawks scored early and often to take a 23-0 lead into the break. UWW had an opportunity to put up points in the first drive of the game as Jeff Isotalo-McGuire attempted a 47-yard field goal, just two yards shy of his career best but the kick was no good. The Warhawk defense forced a three-and-out to bring the offense back on to the field.
UW-Whitewater drove 60 yards in 14 plays in their second drive of the day. To cap the over seven-minute drive, Alec Ogden hit a wide-open Tommy Coates cutting across the end zone from three yards out for the score. A failed extra point made it 6-0 UWW. The Warhawk defense got off the field just five plays later after forcing a punt and the offense took care of business once again.
Late in the drive Coates hauled in another pass from Ogden for 15 yards to put the Warhawks on Oshkosh’s 12. Alijah Maher-Parr took the handoff and turned the corner off the left side of the line for a touchdown run. The extra point from Isotalo-McGuire split the uprights to give UWW a 13-0 advantage.
The next two drives were deja vu — a five-play Titan drive ending in a punt followed by a long UWW drive capped with a touchdown. In the longest drive of the game, the 17-play, 77-yard scoring drive was capped on a scoring run by Ogden. The quarterback scampered out of the pocket to his left, surveyed and tucked the ball bolting for the goal line. He took a hit as the Titan defender wrapped him up, but Ogden reached for the line, with the ball just crossing for the score. Another extra point had UWW enjoying a 20-0 advantage.
With time ticking down in the first half, the Warhawk defense came up with a huge turnover. Carter Sessa snagged a pass intended for a UWO receiver and returned it seven yards to the Titans’ 30. Just 14 seconds remained before the intermission and that was all UWW would need as Isotalo-McGuire hit from 38-yards out as time expired to send the Warhawks into the locker room with a 23-0 lead.
The host team got on the board in the third quarter capping an 11-play drive with a short touchdown pass. The Titans opted to go for a two-point conversion, but the attempt failed.
The Warhawks responded with another touchdown drive. This time it took just nine plays with Tamir Thomas entering the scoring column on a 17-yard run. Isotalo-McGuire’s kick made it 30-6.
UW-Whitewater’s stifling defense continued to frustrate the Titans. Joey Antonietti jumped a passing lane and hauled in the interception with open space ahead of him securing the 45-yard pick-6. With the extra point, the Warhawks took a 37-6 lead.
UW-Oshkosh registered the longest play of the day, a 71-yard touchdown pass in their next drive to make it 37-13 in the fourth. An interception for the Titan defense led to more points for UWO as they narrowed the gap to 37-21.
The Warhawk defense responded in kind two drives later as Kamrin Hutt picked off the UWO quarterback with less than three minutes to go. A couple of big runs for Thomas gave the Warhawks the first downs they would need before the team could kneel out the clock to secure the win.
UW-Whitewater put up nearly 500 yards of total offense while the defense held the Titans to under 300 on their home turf. Ogden was 18-28 for 262-yards, two touchdowns – one passing and one rushing – and an interception in his first game back from an injury. Coates was Ogden’s favorite target on the day, hauling in six catches, including a touchdown reception, for 86 yards.
The Warhawks’ back field tandem of Thomas and Maher-Parr combined for 207 yards rushing and a pair of touchdowns.
UWW’s defense was phenomenal with three interceptions, two sacks, three tackles for a loss and numerous pass breakups. Roy Panthier and Ethan Gallagher tallied five tackles each. Braeden Barrett and Caden Naselli got to the UWO quarterback for sacks and Kyle Koelblinger added a tackle for a loss in the game.
Obituaries
Sally A. Schutte, age 73, of Whitewater, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 21, 2026, while at Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater. Sally was born on November 6, 1952, to Roy and Elsie (Rohloff) Haas. Sally married William Schutte in the spring of 2003. Sally grew up on the family farm in the Town of Hebron and graduated from Jefferson High School. She dedicated nearly her entire career to Fort HealthCare, where her hard work and versatility shone through various roles. Over the years, she served in housekeeping and medical records, Center for Dermatology. Sally … Read more
Zachariah “Zach” Schoenke, 41, of Whitewater passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. He was born April 4, 1985, to Keith W. Schoenke and Kathleen Schoenke in Fort Atkinson, WI. He grew up and graduated from Whitewater High School in 2003. Zach worked various jobs over the years but was currently working at Cracker Barrel in Janesville. He was a big Packers Fan and liked to play fantasy football. He enjoyed reading, cooking, and watching horror shows. Zach fiercely loved his son, Lincoln, his sisters, Cami and Cary, his mom and stepdad, and his aunt Robin. He will be dearly … Read more
Carla Winn, 82, died September 5, 2026. Funeral Service will be at 12:00 PM, Saturday, September 12, 2026, at East Heights United Methodist Church, 4407 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67218, followed by a burial at 2:00 PM at White Chapel Memorial Garden 1806 N Oliver Ave. Carla is preceded in death by her parents, Vivian Dwight and Wilma Lois Krehbiel; and sister, Jennifer Krehbiel. She is survived by husband, Stephen; daughter, Ashley (Clint) Gagel, of Overland Park; siblings, Paul (Kay) Krehbiel, of Socorro, NM, Lynn (Bill) Oetting, of Wichita, Ellen (John) Querner, of Wichita, Teresa Woodson, of Lawrence, KS, … Read more
Susan Miller Celebration of Life There will be a gathering of friends and acquaintances at Susan’s Farm Store to celebrate Susan’s life on Saturday, September 19th from 2-5 p.m. at N6623 Lake Lorraine Rd., Delavan, Wisconsin
Our loving mother, JoAnn E Harrop, age 95, passed away on September 11, 2026. Our sorrow is deep, but we are filled with gratitude for the many years we had with her. Even as her mind was failing, she remained strong and appreciative of all who cared for her. JoAnn was born on January 13, 1931, daughter to Fred Braun and Evelyn Braun {Storck). She was raised in Whitewater, Wisconsin by her grandparents, Otto and Edith Storck. She attended Whitewater High School and helped at the Storck tavern where she met her husband Earl C. Harrop. They married on November … Read more
Russell O. Johnson “Russ,” 88, passed away on September 4, 2026 in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Russell was born on July 12, 1938, in Janesville, Wisconsin. Russ grew up in Janesville, and after high school he joined the Air Force on May 1, 1958, serving as an aircraft mechanic until June 12, 1962. He then worked at Parker Pen in Janesville for a time, where he met his future wife, Avis. After marrying Avis Mason in April 1964, Russ worked for Gillman Manufacturing for a time, then began a career at Dana until its closing in 1980. In 1981, Russ started working … Read more
Marcia Zingg, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, businesswoman, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026, at the age of 75. Marcia will be remembered for her unwavering love, remarkable strength, generous spirit, and lifelong devotion to her family. She shared 40 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Jeffrey Zingg, who considered her not only his wife but also his best friend, business partner, and the love of his life. Together, Marcia and Jeffrey built a successful life rooted in perseverance, hard work, laughter, and love. As entrepreneurs in Whitewater, Wisconsin, they owned and managed new car franchises and … Read more
Amanda Jean Hunter was born to Ralph and Malinda (Thomas) Hunter of Whitewater, Wisconsin, on October 6, 1976. She passed away on August 4, in Fort Worth, Texas, where she lived with her family. Amanda passed peacefully in the hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Amanda was a kind-hearted free spirit with an unmistakable hippie warmth. Generosity, spontaneity, a quick wit, a macabre sense of humor, and an open heart were traits that she embraced. She was a tireless champion of those in need, an innate characteristic that became among the best of her qualities. She proved to be a … Read more
Ellen Eichmiller, 82, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Ellen was born on September 10, 1943, in Monroe, Wisconsin, to Chester “Guy” and Irene (née Holmen) Steig. She married the love of her life, Paul Eichmiller, on December 7, 1963, and together they made their home in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Ellen spent much of her working life as a secretary at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater, where she formed many lasting friendships and memories. Ellen cherished her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with those closest to her. She was known for her love of … Read more
Janet Quinn, age 71, of Jefferson passed away on Thursday, August 20th. Janet was born on December 22nd, 1954 in St. Joseph, MI to Robert Mounsey and Edith Christison Mounsey. She was a granddaughter to Herbert Bragg Mounsey, Charlotte Mounsey, and Ester Christison West. She married Michael Durden in 1979 and later married Eury Quinn Jr. (J.R.) in 1988. Janet grew up in Benton Harbor, MI, and subsequently lived in New York and Arkansas before moving to Wisconsin in 2016. She was a dedicated caregiver to her disabled Mother, and worked as a custodian for various employers over the years. … Read more
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