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Former UW-W Guard Quinn Meinerz Signs Major Contract Extension with Denver Broncos

July 25, 2024
Posted to NFL Draft page on X on 3/9/21 with this comment, “Facing an uphill battle to the NFL with a cancelled college season, a D-III resume and a ballooning belly, Quinn Meinerz was at a career crossroads. Then fate, hard work and a little luck intervened (via @ChaseGoodbread)


According to an article dated July 22 on WeAreGreenBay.com, “A Wisconsin native is receiving quite the contract extension with the Denver Broncos after signing a four-year, $80,000,00 deal.

After signing the extension, Hartford’s Quinn Meinerz, who played for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, will play on Denver’s offensive line through 2028.

A third-round pick in 2021, Meinerz was the 98th overall pick and made an immediate impact for the Broncos. He appeared in 15 games and started nine contests as a rookie before emerging as one of the league’s top guards in 2022…..

Known as a bruiser, Meinerz has gained a reputation as a powerful run blocker and helps his running backs fight for extra yards. In the passing game, according to Pro Football Focus, Meinerz allowed the fourth fewest pressures of any guard with at least 625 snaps in 2023……”

Posted to Reese’s Senior Bowl on X, 3/10/21

Editor’s note: The photo on the homepage is captioned: Quinn Meinerz is a member of the 2019 D3football.com Preseason All-America team. (Photo by Michael McLoone) Additional photos and information regarding Meinerz’s UW-W career may be found here.

Whitewater Club Baseball Tryouts Scheduled for July 24 and 25

July 15, 2024

There are only 9 days left to sign up for Whitewater Club Baseball! Come be a part of a great program and be exposed to some top competition. Please follow the link to sign up:

https://forms.gle/y72DLYPSqZVS896v5

Come out on July 24th-25th, and try out for the Whitewater Baseball Club. No experience is needed. The grade for tryouts is based on what grade you are going into this upcoming school year.

Tryout Dates:
Wednesday July 24th:  2nd-4th Grade/ 5pm-7pm
Thursday July 25th:  5th-8th Grade/ 5pm-7pm
Tuesday July 30th:  make up date for all ages/ 5pm-6pm

Location:  Whitewater High School Baseball & Softball Field

This club is created to help expose youth baseball players to next level competition. The number of teams will be determined by number of players that tryout and their ages. In order to have an opportunity to earn a roster spot on one of these teams you must tryout. If you are unable to make these dates but would like to tryout, please contact coach Hookstead. Only 14 players are allowed per team maximum. If your son makes one of the teams, there is a $350 charge. With this you will receive a jersey, pants, hat, and training that would start in January.

Please contact Coach Michael Hookstead with any questions:
mhookstead@wwusd.org
(262)893-3580

UW-W Announces Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024

June 30, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced its 59th Hall of Fame Class.

Former student-athletes Amy Gahl-Sweeney ’09, Suzanne Gersich Huss ’09, Tiffany Morton ’09, Beth Proeber ’06, Jace Rindahl ’10, Jeff Schebler ’10, Cassie Uttech Schroeder ’05, Ricky Spicer, Bob Stone and Bob Wickman will be inducted. Longtime UW-Whitewater Head Men’s Basketball Coach Pat Miller will be inducted under the category of staff/coach, and Warhawk supporter Ray Jacobsen will be inducted for his distinguished service to the institution.

All 12 individuals will be recognized for their contributions to Warhawk Athletics as part of the UW-Whitewater football team’s game against UW-River Falls on Saturday, November 2, at 1 p.m. Inductees will be part of the Homecoming Parade, which begins at 10 a.m., will be honored at halftime of the football game and at the annual Hall of Fame Banquet, which begins following the contest at 4:30 p.m. at the University Center’s Hamilton Room.

More information on the Hall of Fame Banquet, including registration, will be posted in August.

Inductee information is provided below.

City Offers Summer Tennis Program with Reese Brantmeier

June 28, 2024

City of Whitewater Parks and Recreation is super excited to partner with Reese Brantmeier to offer a youth summer tennis program to the community. The tennis program starts on July 6th and will run each Saturday until August 3rd at the Whitewater High School tennis courts. There are three different age groups that will have drills and activities tailored to their needs. Age groups include 3-8 year old’s, 9-12 year old’s, and 13-18 year old’s. [Cost is $50 for residents, $62.50 for non-residents.]

Reese Brantmeier is a graduate of Whitewater High School and is continuing to pursue her passion for tennis by playing division 1 college level tennis for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Reese has had many accomplishments in her career, and is also aiming to grow interest in tennis in her hometown community. She has started the Reese Brantmeier Project to help restore two community tennis courts in the city of Whitewater. For more information you can visit her website https://www.reesebrantmeierproject.com

For additional information or to register please visit the Whitewater Parks and Recreation website at https://secure.rec1.com/WI/whitewater-wi/catalog [Click on “youth sports.”]

About Whitewater Parks and Recreation:
Whitewater Parks and Recreation is committed to providing diverse recreational opportunities for individuals of
all ages and abilities in the Whitewater community. Through innovative programming and collaborative
partnerships, we strive to promote physical activity, social interaction, and overall well-being.

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