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By Chris Lindeke
Assistant Athletic Director, Strategic Communications and Branding
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Saturday, May 8, 2021
Game 1 Box Score
Game 2 Box Score
The No. 8 ranked University of Wisconsin-Whitewater baseball team extended its current win streak to 10 games Saturday with back-to-back victories against Finlandia (Mich.) in a Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference doubleheader at Prucha Field at James B. Miller Stadium.
With the wins, the Warhawks (29-4 overall, 21-3 WIAC) grabbed sole possession of first place in the WIAC standings, taking a one-game lead with four league games left to play.
UW-Whitewater scored six runs in the bottom of the first inning on its way to a 12-4 triumph in the opener. Right fielder Taylor White posted three hits, one run scored and one run batted in, and centerfielder Jacob DeMeyer totaled two doubles, two runs scored and three RBIs.
Third baseman Tucker Criswell collected two hits and one run scored, and second baseman Jason Abatto registered one hit, two runs scored and two RBIs.
Pitcher Donovan Brandl finished with two hits at the plate and improved to 5-1 on the year on the mound, allowing two earned runs and striking out seven over five innings of work. Max Huseboe tossed a pair of scoreless innings in relief, and Connor Moroder finished the game by pitching the final two frames.
In the second game, the Warhawks scored in six of their seven at-bats, taking the contest 10-0 by run rule after seven innings.
White recorded three hits and two RBIs, and DeMeyer posted two hits and one RBI to lead the offense. Criswell and second baseman Sam Vomhof each knocked in two runs, and centerfielder Zach Campbell scored three runs and plated one run.
Starting pitcher Connor Spear allowed one hit and struck out six over six innings to move to 4-0 on the season. Hayden Fox pitched a 1-2-3 top of the seventh in relief.
UW-Whitewater finishes up its five-game set against the Lions (0-32, 0-24) Sunday with a single game starting at 1 p.m.
By Chris Lindeke
Assistant Athletic Director, Strategic Communications and Branding
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Saturday, May 8, 2021
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater softball team increased its active win streak to 10 games and wrapped up a share of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season championship Saturday with a pair of victories at UW-River Falls.
The Warhawks (26-8 overall, 10-4 WIAC) have now won four straight conference titles, six of the last seven and a league-high 14 all time. They topped the Falcons 10-6 in the first game before taking the second by a 14-1 score by run rule in seven innings.
In Game 1, UW-Whitewater plated four runs in the third inning and five in the fourth to take control of the contest. Catcher Nikki Mikosz tied a school record with seven runs batted in, including a three-run homer to left field in the third and a three-run triple to center field in the fourth. Both hits came with two outs in the inning.
Third baseman Meg Cohrs hit a solo homer and finished 3-for-4 with two RBIs, Centerfielder Vera Pflugradt posted two hits, three runs scored and one RBI, and right fielder Taylor Briehl tallied two hits and two runs scored.
Pitcher Kate Cleveland improved to 9-3 on the year after tossing three innings of relief. Marissa Adams pitched the final 1 1/3 innings without allowing a run.
The Warhawks broke the second game open with six runs in the top of the second inning and added four more each in the fourth and fifth frames.
Pitcher Rhiann Dick limited UW-River Falls (11-17, 5-9) to one unearned run on four hits and totaled four strikeouts.
Second baseman Delaney Becker was one of six UW-W players to finish with multiple hits, recording three to go along with one run scored and two RBIs. Cohrs collected two hits, one run scored and three RBIs, and Briehl and designated player Sophia Kinjerski each contributed two hits, one run scored and two RBIs.
Shortstop Meghan Dunning homered and finished 2-for-3 with two runs scored. Pflugradt scored three runs and added one hit and one RBI, and first baseman Kaleigh O’Brien tallied two hits, two runs scored and one RBI.
UW-Whitewater will be the No. 2 seed in next week’s WIAC Tournament and host UW-River Falls in a quarterfinal game on Tuesday at 2 p.m. at van Steenderen Softball Complex.
Article Submitted by Jim McCulloch
Whitewater High School Drama Director
jmcculloch@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Tom Ganser
The Whitewater High School Drama department will be excited to present their Spring Musical, “Summer Shorts,” on May 21, at 7 p.m., and May 22-23, at 2 p.m., at the new Cravath Lakefront Amphitheater.
Live music, singing and dancing is what “Summer Shorts” is all about. We have assembled a patchwork of whimsical and touching stories, skits, and songs from beloved movies and Broadway shows about friendship, family, and summer fun! Just what we all need right about now. Laugh ‘til you cry, or cry ‘til you laugh. Either way, “Summer Shorts” has something for every member of the family to enjoy. What better way to celebrate the return of live entertainment than outdoors under the stars.
The show is directed by Jim McCulloch, musical direction by Elizabeth Elliott, technical support by Kat Dunham and Tony Hansen. The talented ensemble includes: Maggie Jay, Ella Willman, Lauren Rollette, Marco Wence, Madison Strickler, Josh Kirley, Skylar Staebler, Chloe Prince, Ben McCulloch, Cosette Wildermuth-Breitzman, Carter Waelchli, Anderson Waelchli, Haley Street, Ilana Lothes, Ayden Clark, Alex Sullivan, and Payton Bunger. Stage crew members are: Alejandra Diaz-Gallegos, Emerson Dunham, Claire Tourdot, Sammie VanDaele, Lucas Scherer, Lucy Troxel, Emma Weigel, Cole Schlicher, Kayla Mikos, Abby Olsen, Gwen Yeager, and Keith Cameron. Band members include: keyboard Liz Elliott; drums, Tim Hummel; and bass, Caleigh Judd.
Public performances will be given at the Cravath Lake Amphitheater on May 21- 23. Admission to the events is free, but reservations are required. Patrons must reserve a private “pod” to attend this event. Pods are 8′ x 8′ square outlines painted on the grass. Each pod can seat up to 8 guests, and pods are spaced apart to help maintain social distancing. Blankets, lawn chairs, non-alcoholic beverages, and picnics are encouraged. There are 2 points of entry to the performance space where guests can check in upon arrival. Ushers will then take them to their pods. Pods open 1 hour prior to any performance. Admission is free; however, donations will be gladly accepted. All proceeds will go to the Anne and Lane Kuske Drama Scholarship fund. This annual scholarship is awarded to a WHS graduate who is pursuing a degree in theatre.
For reservations please call the WHS box office at 262-472-8178, or email: jmcculloch@wwusd.org for more information. Shows will be moved indoors in case of bad weather.
RIPON, WI — Madeline Kuhl, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, is a part of the class of 2021 and will be graduating in May. Kuhl is majoring in Finance with a minor in Economics. The parents of Kuhl are Aaron and Heather Kuhl of Whitewater, Wisconsin .
Kuhl will be working as a search associate at e.serv Technical Solutions. “The most important lesson that I will be taking with me from my time at Ripon College is to keep going even when it’s hard because things get better,” she says. “The difficult things have been what have pushed me and helped me grow, and I will always be grateful for that.
Ripon College, founded in 1851, is Wisconsin’s best-value private college and a national leader in liberal arts education, devoted to ensuring every student realizes their unique potential. Ninety-six percent of alumni are employed, in graduate school or student-teaching within six months. In recognition of its academic excellence, the college was awarded a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in 1953, placing it among a select group of the nation’s top colleges. Ripon has the highest earning graduates in Wisconsin, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard. Ripon ranks first in Wisconsin and third in the Midwest on Washington Monthly’s list of “Best Bang for the Buck” colleges. The College has the highest minority graduation rate in the nation. Ripon is consistently recognized as a “Best Value” and “Best 383 College” by The Princeton Review and a Top Tier National Liberal Arts College by U.S. News & World Report. For more information about Ripon College, visit ripon.edu.
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Warhawk Softball Earns Close Victories on the Road
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater softball team extended its active win streak to eight games Tuesday with back-to-back, one-run wins at UW-Platteville in a non-conference doubleheader.
The Warhawks (24-8 overall) tied the first game in the seventh inning and tallied the go-ahead run in the eighth for a 6-5 triumph in extra innings. UW-W registered runs in the sixth and seventh innings to take Game 2 by a 2-1 score.
In the opener, first baseman Kaleigh O’Brien hit a game-tying single with one out to make it 5-5, and centerfielder Vera Pflugradt put UW-Whitewater ahead for good with an RBI single in the eighth.
Pitcher Marissa Adams retired eight straight batters over the final 2 2/3 innings to pick up the win, improving to 4-1 on the year. Kate Cleveland started and pitched one inning, and Mallory Hollatz took the middle 4 1/3 frames, pitching into the sixth inning.
Third baseman Meg Cohrs gave UW-W the lead with a double to right center in the top of the first before the Pioneers (15-15) took a 3-1 advantage in the bottom of the inning.
The Warhawks tallied three straight hits to start the top of the sixth, tying the game on a two-run triple to right by second baseman Delaney Becker and taking the lead on an RBI groundout by right fielder Taylor Briehl.
UW-Platteville took a 5-4 lead in the bottom of the sixth before UW-Whitewater fought back to tie the game and take the lead for good.
Pflugradt led the offense with three hits and one runs scored. Cohrs, O’Brien, designated player Kennedy Cox and catcher Nikki Mikosz each finished with two hits.
In the second game, neither team scored until the bottom of the fifth, when the Pioneers took a 1-0 advantage on a groundout.
Shortstop Meghan Dunning homered to lead off the top of the sixth and tie the game, and pitcher Annie Morelli left a runner in scoring position in the bottom of the frame to set up the Warhawks for another late rally.
Pflugradt recorded her second go-ahead hit of the day with an RBI triple to right center to score Briehl.
UW-Platteville put the leadoff hitter aboard in the bottom of the seventh, but Adams shut the door, stranding the tying run in scoring position for her third save of the season.
Morelli was credited with the victory, moving to 3-0 for the season. Starter Rhiann Dick struck out six batters over five innings of work.
O’Brien collected a team-high two hits, and Briehl reached base twice with two walks.
UW-Whitewater wraps up the regular season this Saturday with a pair of Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference games at UW-River Falls. First pitch of the doubleheader is slated for 2 p.m. The Warhawks are one game out of first place in the conference standings heading into the weekend.
ABERDEEN, S.D. – On Saturday, May 8, 227 students will graduate from Northern State University at its 2021 spring commencement.
The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. in the NSU Barnett Center. Delivering the commencement address will be 2021 Distinguished Alumnus Joe Senger, vice chairman of Dacotah Bank, who graduated from Northern in 1972.
For loved ones unable to attend, the ceremony will be live streamed through the Northern State University Facebook page, the NSU Graduation and Commencement page, and locally through cable channel 12.
Megan Winghart, Whitewater (M.S.Ed. Educational Studies)
(Whitewater Leads press release) Whitewater Leads, Inc., a nonprofit organization which supports and promotes literacy in the Whitewater area, welcomes community members to its Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library.
Whitewater Leads’ partnership with Dolly Parton Imagination Library means that every child from birth to the fifth birthday in the Whitewater School District area is eligible to receive a free age-appropriate book every month. Over 250 children currently receive their monthly books.
During the past year, Whitewater Leads has supported the elementary schools by purchasing books and literacy supplies for children in 2020 when schools were not doing in-person instruction and during the summer. In a joint project with the Irvin L. Young Public Library, a series of Virtual Read Alouds for young children and their parents was recently held.
People interested in learning more about the work of Whitewater Leads or volunteering are encouraged to come to the Annual Meeting. If you come, please wear a mask to comply with the Library’s policy. For more information on Whitewater Leads, email whitewaterleads@gmail.com.
If you are interested in registering your child today for the free monthly books, you can do so at https://whitewater-leads.org/register,
Saturday, May 1, 2021
The No. 8 ranked University of Wisconsin-Whitewater baseball team maintained its first-place standing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference standings Saturday with a pair of conference victories at UW-Stout.
The Warhawks (25-4 overall, 17-3 WIAC) defeated the Blue Devils 12-1 in seven innings in the first game before tallying 11 unanswered runs for an 11-5 triumph in the nightcap.
In Game 1, UW-Whitewater broke open a 0-0 game with eight runs in the top of the fourth inning, and Warhawk pitchers combined to strand nine UW-Stout runners.
Left fielder Matt Korman drove home three runs to lead the offense and socked a two-run homer in UW-W’s big fourth inning.
Right fielder Jacob DeMeyer, catcher Ryan Norton and shortstop Nick Santoro each tallied two runs batted in. DeMeyer reached base three times with two hits and one walk and scored two runs, while Norton posted two hits and one run scored. Santoro knocked a two-run double in the fourth and scored one run.
Second baseman Sam Vomhof totaled three hits, one run scored and one RBI, first baseman Ben Wilkins reached base three times with two walks and one hit while adding two runs scored, and designated hitter Taylor White registered one hit, one walk, one run scored and one RBI.
Pitcher Donovan Brandl recorded the win to improve to 4-1 on the year. He scattered five hits over six innings and struck out four in the outing. Trey Bretl pitched the seventh.
In Game 2, the Warhawks trailed 5-0 through three frames before plating two in the fourth, four in the fifth and five in the seventh. Santoro mashed a two-run homer to left to put UW-W ahead for good in the fifth. He finished with three RBIs.
Norton finished 2-for-4 with one walk, one run scored and three RBIs, and Vomhof collected two hits, one walk, one run scored and two RBIs.
White reached base four times with three walks and one hit while scoring two runs, and Wilkins and Korman each tallied two hits and one run scored.
Pitcher Connor Spear improved to 3-0 with the victory, allowing only one hit and one walk over 3 1/3 innings of relief. Kade Lancour and Connor Moroder tossed scoreless relief outings of two innings and one inning, respectively.
UW-Whitewater hosts Finlandia (Mich.) for a WIAC doubleheader Friday at Prucha Field at James B. Miller Stadium. First pitch is slated for 1 p.m.
Obituaries
Marion Jauch Burrows (Feb. 2, 1930 – June 5, 2026) Her sparkling eyes, warm laugh, and generous ways were gifts Marion brought into this world, touching family members and friends alike over the ninety-six years of her life. She was born and raised in Lombard, IL, and in the course of her life lived with her husband and growing family in Abilene, TX, St. David’s, PA, Arkadelphia, AR, Ada, OK, and Colorado Springs, CO, before settling in Whitewater, WI, in 1965. Generosity of heart, compassion toward those in need in and beyond her community, and an unwavering commitment to fairness … Read more
Patricia “Pat” Lynn Bailey, age 70, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026 with her daughter by her side. Pat was born February 21, 1956 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to John and Ruth (Hudock) Prentice. After a brief time in Ann Arbor, the Prentice family moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin, where Pat grew up as part of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater community, where her father served as University Registrar. Pat attended the University School and later graduated from UW Whitewater with a degree in Elementary Education. Although she did not pursue teaching, she built a meaningful career in Human … Read more
Gemelino Paris Esperante, 83, long time resident of Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1943, to his late father and mother, Evaristo and Carmen in Spain. In 1973 he moved to the United States as a sheep herder. On August 21, 1981, he was united in marriage to Cyndie Esperante in Colorado. Gemelino also worked in Mining and construction for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, raising sheep and growing things in his garden, and flowers. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife … Read more
Mary Ann Warner died peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Crestridge Assisted Living in Dodgeville. Her physical heart failed, but her actual, loving heart never did. Ann was born June 28, 1939 to Mary and Charles Kearns in Iowa. She moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin and graduated with many dear friends in the class of 1957. Ann married John Warner on September 19, 1959. They lived in Whitewater, Sturgis Michigan, and finally settled in Janesville where they built a beautiful life and raised their family. Together, they ran a business, traveled, played cards, and enjoyed their lives. When they became … Read more
Patricia Ann Jacobson (Bureau), age 81, of Whitewater, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI. Born on September 2, 1944, in Marquette, MI, to the late Donald and Margaret Bureau, Pat grew up in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. She graduated from Graveraet High School, attended Michigan State University, and later earned her bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University. Pat dedicated her professional life to shaping young minds, working as an elementary and junior high school teacher in both Flint, MI, and Whitewater, WI. At the heart of Pat’s life was a beautiful, … Read more
In loving memory of Lois Lauritzen, age 92, who passed away on June 1, 2026 at Lakewood Memory Care in Brookfield. Lois led an active life full of devotion to family and friends. Born July 14th, 1933 in Silvis, IL, daughter of Harry and Elsie Wilson, she grew up in the Quad Cities with older brother Harry Wilson Jr. Lois graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL with a degree in physical education. She met her husband Paul Lauritzen on the college tennis team. Their marriage on June 12th, 1955 lasted 59 years until Paul’s death on September 26th, … Read more
Donald Walter Triebold passed on to his eternal home on May 21, 2026. Don was born on April 23, 1935, in Evanston, IL, to the late Frederick W. and Mildred (nee Stecher) Triebold. Through his teen years, Don lived and worked on the family’s dairy farm, where he developed a life-long work ethic. His first eight years of education were in a one-room country schoolhouse, in which all eight grades were taught by one teacher. He graduated from Whitewater City High School in 1953 and then graduated from UW Whitewater in 1958 with a degree in Business Education. He continued his education, and earned a Master’s … Read more
William Kincaid Davis, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, May 19 at Agrace Hospice Center in Fitchburg. He was born on November 1, 1941, in Madison, Indiana, the second son of Salvation Army Officers Agnes (Dixon) and William C. Davis. He attended several schools in Indiana and Illinois, including University of Illinois Experimental High School (Champaign), and graduated from Galesburg High School in 1958. He earned his bachelor’s degree from UW-Eau Claire in 1964 and his master’s degree from UW-Whitewater in 1972. He had an expansive career in education, beginning as an English teacher in Whitehall, Thornton Township (IL) and … Read more
Magdalene “Maggie” Stetter (nee Fritz), 79, of Whitewater, Wisconsin passed from this life onto the next on Monday, May 4, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1947, to the late John and Mary (Presser) Fritz in St. Stefan, Austria. Maggie immigrated from Austria with her parents and brother, became a US citizen, and grew up and attended school in West Allis, WI and then graduated with a teaching degree from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. Maggie served as a substitute, English, and German language teacher in the Whitewater, Elkhorn, Delavan, and Palmyra schools and at Divine Word Seminary. Maggie … Read more
Lawrence “Larry” C. Hartung, a proud Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War, and longtime resident of Fort Atkinson, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026. Larry was born June 7th, 1949, to Levon and Charles Hartung in Chicago, IL. Larry enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 and served 3 consecutive tours in the Vietnam War. During this time, he became pen pals with his future wife, Candy, via a connection through his father. In 1970, he came home on leave to marry Candy. They celebrated 55 years of marriage on October 31st, 2025. During … Read more
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