Today is Friday, October 9, 2026
By Lynn Binnie
Whitewater Banner volunteer staff
whitewaterbanner@gmail.com
Last year a reader shared this suggestion with the Banner:
“I am writing to offer an idea for you to consider for the future Mid-November issues of the Banner. Every year when I return to my hometown to celebrate Thanksgiving with my family, I am always excited to grab the Clark County Press off the coffee table and pull out the Hunters’ Guide. This Seasonal sectional to the paper showcases the past year’s hunters and fishers and their success participating in our wonderful outdoor Wisconsin traditions. A first time hunter with their first deer, a young angler catching their first fish, a family group picture of “buck camp” or “fishing trip,” seasoned veterans landing a big musky, black bear, or whitetail buck…it is always exciting to see friends, family, and neighbors enjoying our great outdoors with family, and inspiring the next generation of Wisconsin Outdoorsmen. The success isn’t always in or near my hometown either. Many former members of town (myself included) have sent back photos and stories to share. I hope you will give the idea some thought and maybe help inspire some of our citizens to get outdoors and join in our wonderfully unique fall traditions!”
Last year’s response to this feature was “underwhelming,” but we’re happy to try the idea again, so we encourage sportspeople to submit photos and/or stories related to your 2021 outdoor experiences. Although some of the stories will likely be featured in our “news” area, most will probably be found in the “sports” section. In particular we will not be featuring photos on our homepage that some non-hunters/fishers may prefer not to see. Let the boasting begin! Send your submissions to whitewaterbanner@gmail.com. Thanks.
On Tuesday, November 23, there will be a halftime ceremony during the Whitewater High School Varsity Girls’ Basketball Game to recognize former Whippet Girls’ Basketball Head Coach Judy Harms. Judy was recently inducted into the WBCA Hall of Fame.
There will also be cake and refreshments served after the game in the MPR at the high school. We’d love to see as many of her former players, coaches, and supporters there as possible. Come on out, support this year’s Whippets, and reminisce with Judy about all the great memories she made here at WHS!
Article Submitted by Justin Crandall
Whitewater High School Athletic Director
jcrandall@wwusd.org
The Whitewater Girls’ Basketball Team played their first regular season game against Lake Mills, a non-conference opponent, on Tuesday, November 16. The Whippets had trouble scoring early in the first half but battled hard with the Wildcats. They closed the gap to 8 points, but then ended the first half trailing by 13.
Lake Mills pulled away in the second half by forcing turnovers with a full court press, and ended with the win, outscoring the Whippets 61-40.
Kindyl Kilar led the team in scoring with 17 points, 12 of which were free throws. Mayte Navejas added 12 points, followed by Gwen Truesdale with 4.
Come out to watch the Whippets play their first conference game at McFarland on Friday!
Article Submitted by Kristen Lippens
Whitewater High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach
klippens@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Justin Crandall
Grace Foucault swam an impressive race Friday night at the State Meet! For the second time this season, she broke her previous 100 Backstroke school record with a time of 1:00.69, placing fifteenth in Division 2.
Congratulations on a successful season and competing in state. We cannot wait to see what you accomplish next year!
Article Submitted by Sarah Reynolds
Whitewater High School Head Girls’ Swim Coach
sreynolds@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Gina Foucault
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