The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) announced this morning that Jamie Zelinsky (G, 5-11, Sr, Brooklyn Park, Minn.) has been named NSIC Player of the Week for women’s basketball.
Minnesota, Crookston won a pair of road games with help from the consistent play of Zelinsky. She led all players with 21 points in a 70-65 win at U-Mary Friday night. She was 7-13 from the field and a perfect 7-7 from the free-throw line. She dished three assists and grabbed two steals. In a 75-66 win at Northern State, she added 19 points and seven rebounds in 39 minutes of play. On the weekend, she averaged 37.5 minutes per game and shot 55% (15-27) from the field. She shot a perfect 9-9 from the free-throw line and grabbed a team-high with 14 defensive rebounds. She finished second on the team with five assists, two blocked shots and four steals while averaging 20 points/game. She is now 27 points from becoming the Golden Eagle’s all-time leading scorer.
The Golden Eagles have two crucial home weekends coming up. UMC hosts Bemidji State and Minnesota Duluth on February 11 and 12. Game times are set for 6 p.m. and 4 p.m. On February 18 and 19 the team hosts Upper Iowa and Winona State. The games are set for 6 p.m. and 4 p.m. and will be carried on Midcontinent Cable.
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).
Monday, February 7, 2011
KRJB/KRJM Pick The Pros winners
THE KRJB-KRJM PICK THE PROS CONTEST CAME TO AN END WHEN THE GREEN BAY PACKERS DEFEATED THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS IN THE SUPERBOWL SUNDAY NIGHT. 105 PEOPLE ACROSS THE AREA AND THE U.S.A. COMPETED FOR A CHANCE TO WIN ONE OF THE TOP 5 PRIZES OFFERED BY KRJB AND KRJM RADIO. HERE IS HOW THE TOP 5 TURNED OUT-
1ST PLACE – AMANDA AUNE FROM GARY, MN. AMANDA HAD A TOTAL OF 184 POINTS, AND WINS THE TOP PRIZE OF A 26 INCH TOSHIBA HD TV FROM PROSYSTEMS IN DETROIT LAKES!
2ND PLACE *** HAD TO BE BROKEN IN A THREE WAY TIE*** - JAMES KNUTSON FROM LACEY WASHINGTON WON THE TIE BREAKER THAT HAD TO BE TRACKED BACK ALL THE WAY TO WEEK 1 OF THE NFL SEASON AND HE HAD 12 OF 16 PICK CORRECT. HE WINS AN AUTOGRAPHED FOOTBALL SIGNED BY FORMER NFL STAR JEROME BETTIS “THE BUS” FROM GNC IN THE PAUL BUNYAN MALL IN BEMIDJI!
3RD PLACE – NIKKI MCCOLLUM FROM MAHNOMEN WON THE 3RD PLACE PRIZE WITH THE TIE BREAKER FROM WEEK 1 WITH 11-16 PICKS CORRECT…SHE WINS A ONE NIGHT STAY AT THE HILTON GARDEN INN BLOOMINGTON.
4TH PLACE – BRENT SCHOENBORN FROM FARGO NORTH DAKOTA WON THE 4TH PLACE PRIZE WITH THE TIE BREAKER FROM WEEK 1 WITH 9 OF 16 CORRECT PICKS. HE WINS A PRIZE PACKAGE FROM KRJB-KRJM INCLUDING A T-SHIRT AND STOCKING CAP.
5TH PLACE - ***THREE WAY TIE BROKEN BY TIE BREAKER GOING ALL THE WAY BACK TO WEEK 1*** SARAH FLOAN FROM TWIN VALLEY MINNESOTA WINS THE 5TH PLACE PRIZE WITH 12 OF 16 CORRECT PICKS IN WEEK 1. SHE WINS A PRIZE PACKAGE FROM KRJB-KRJM INCLUDING A 2010 COOKBOOK AND CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENT.
THANKS TO ALL WHO PLAYED! JOIN US FOR MORE CONTESTS ON THE PROMOTIONS PAGE AT KRJBRADIO.COM AND KRJMRADIO.COM
1ST PLACE – AMANDA AUNE FROM GARY, MN. AMANDA HAD A TOTAL OF 184 POINTS, AND WINS THE TOP PRIZE OF A 26 INCH TOSHIBA HD TV FROM PROSYSTEMS IN DETROIT LAKES!
2ND PLACE *** HAD TO BE BROKEN IN A THREE WAY TIE*** - JAMES KNUTSON FROM LACEY WASHINGTON WON THE TIE BREAKER THAT HAD TO BE TRACKED BACK ALL THE WAY TO WEEK 1 OF THE NFL SEASON AND HE HAD 12 OF 16 PICK CORRECT. HE WINS AN AUTOGRAPHED FOOTBALL SIGNED BY FORMER NFL STAR JEROME BETTIS “THE BUS” FROM GNC IN THE PAUL BUNYAN MALL IN BEMIDJI!
3RD PLACE – NIKKI MCCOLLUM FROM MAHNOMEN WON THE 3RD PLACE PRIZE WITH THE TIE BREAKER FROM WEEK 1 WITH 11-16 PICKS CORRECT…SHE WINS A ONE NIGHT STAY AT THE HILTON GARDEN INN BLOOMINGTON.
4TH PLACE – BRENT SCHOENBORN FROM FARGO NORTH DAKOTA WON THE 4TH PLACE PRIZE WITH THE TIE BREAKER FROM WEEK 1 WITH 9 OF 16 CORRECT PICKS. HE WINS A PRIZE PACKAGE FROM KRJB-KRJM INCLUDING A T-SHIRT AND STOCKING CAP.
5TH PLACE - ***THREE WAY TIE BROKEN BY TIE BREAKER GOING ALL THE WAY BACK TO WEEK 1*** SARAH FLOAN FROM TWIN VALLEY MINNESOTA WINS THE 5TH PLACE PRIZE WITH 12 OF 16 CORRECT PICKS IN WEEK 1. SHE WINS A PRIZE PACKAGE FROM KRJB-KRJM INCLUDING A 2010 COOKBOOK AND CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENT.
THANKS TO ALL WHO PLAYED! JOIN US FOR MORE CONTESTS ON THE PROMOTIONS PAGE AT KRJBRADIO.COM AND KRJMRADIO.COM
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
NDSU Football signings
North Dakota State University head football coach CRAIG BOHL announced the signing of 20 high school athletes to National Letters of Intent to play football and continue their education at NDSU. That announcement came today on the first day student-athletes are allowed to sign Letters of Intent.
The list includes student-athletes from seven different states including North Dakota (2), Minnesota (5), Wisconsin (2), Arizona (4), Illinois (3), Iowa (2) and Kansas (2). There are nine offensive players, 10 defensive players and one specialist.
NORTH DAKOTA (2)
ANDREW OKLAND, WR, 6-3, 190, Fargo, N.D. (South H.S.)-- First-team Class 3A all-state selection for state champion Fargo South High School and head coach Troy Mattern ... Caught 31 passes for 728 yards and 10 TDs in seven games as a senior ... All-conference pick ... Three-year letterwinner and two-year starter for basketball team, averaging 13.2 points and 9.3 rebounds per game ... Competed in cross-country for two seasons ... Member of superior state choir all four years ... Born April 29, 1993 ... Son of Douglas and Sheri Okland ... Has one sister, Megan ... Plans to major in music ... Mother, father and grandfather, Marv, attended NDSU.
CARSON WENTZ, QB, 6-5, 210, Bismarck, N.D. (Century H.S.)-- 2010 North Dakota Class 3A Player of the Year for Bismarck Century High School and head coach Ron Wingenbach ... All-state at-large pick ... All-conference at quarterback and defensive back ... Led team to 8-3 record, conference title and state semifinals ... Completed 91 of 149 passes for 1,285 yards and 12 TDs ... Rushed 85 times for 553 yards and 13 TDs ... Recorded 61 tackles and two interceptions ... Three-year starter for baseball team ... Played first base for 2010 American Legion and high school state runner-up teams ... Hit .386 with 26 RBI for Century as junior, batted .421 with 41 RBI for Bismarck Govs Legion ... Forward/center for the state's No. 1-ranked basketball team ... Class Valedictorian ... National Honor Society ... Born Dec. 30, 1992 ... Son of Doug Wentz and Cathy Domres, Bismarck ... Has two brothers, Zach Wentz and Luke Domres ... Brother, Zach, plays baseball at NDSU ... Father played linebacker at Northern State in the 1980s.
MINNESOTA (5)
JOSH COLVILLE, OG/OC, 6-2, 270, Deephaven, Minn. (Minnetonka H.S.)--Associated Press second-team all-state selection as a senior for Minnetonka High School and head coach Dave Nelson ... Two-time all-conference performer ... Second-team all-metro as a senior ... Three-year letterwinner and two-year starter on the offensive and defensive line for the Skippers ... Four-year starter fo the Minnetonka Rugby team Born Sept. 4, 1992 ... Son of Scott and Shari Colville ... Has one sister, Cally.
LYLE NORMAN, DE, 6-3, 230, Roseau, Minn. (Roseau H.S.)--First-team all-Heart O'Lakes selection for Roseau High School and head coach George Ziegler ... Four-year letterwinner and three-year starter at linebacker and fullback ... All-league baseball player ... Three-year letterwinner and two-year starter on hockey and baseball teams ... Hockey team advanced to the 2010 state tournament ... Born Oct. 22, 1992 ... Son of Brian and Shelley Norman ... Has one sister, Lisa.
CJ SMITH, CB, 5-11, 175, Savage, Minn. (Burnsville H.S.)--South Suburban Confernece Offensive Player of the Year for Burnsville High School and head coach Mark Riggs ... Minnesota Vikings All-State selection ... All-conference pick after rushing for 1,700 yards and 16 TDs ... Three-year starter on football field, two-year starter at guard for basketball team ... Born May 10, 1993 ... Son of Charles Smith, and Jackie McQuerry, Savage, Minn. ... Has two sisters, Jasmine and Chasity.
JOEY SONNENFELD, FS, 6-3, 190, Maple Grove, Minn. (Osseo H.S.)--Second-team all-State and all-Metro selection for Osseo High School and head coach Derrin Lamker ... Three-year starter at wide receiver and free safety ... Caught 35 passes for 520 yards and eight TDs ... Made 67 tackles and had an interception on defense ... Two-time all-conference selection and preseason all-state ... Honorable mention all-conference selection in basketball ... Born Sept. 23, 1992 ... Son of Randy and Elizabeth Sonnenfeld ... Has one brother, Taylor ... Father played tight end for Minnesota from 1976-80.
FRANK VELDMAN, SS, 6-4, 205, Eagan, Minn. (Eastview H.S.)-- Finalist for Minnesota's Mr. Football and South Suburban Conference Defensive Player of the Year at Eastview High School, coached by Kelly Sherwin ... Two-time all-state, all-metro and all-conference selection ... Four-year letterwinner, three-year starter at free safety, wide receiver, punter and kicker ... Finished with 179 career tackles and averaged 26.1 yards per reception ... Averaged 38.6 yards per punt during career ... Three-year starter in basketball ... All-state and all-conference performer in track and field, setting school records in the high jump (6' 7") and the triple jump (46' 5") ... Born Nov. 21, 1992 ... Son of Steve Veldman, Eagan, and Michelle Veldman, Apple Valley ... Has one brother, Anthony, and one sister, Kayla ... Father and uncle, Mark, played football for UND (Mark with Miami Dolphins); uncle, Greg Veldman, played football for Moorhead State and the Dallas Cowboys; uncle, Bruce Veldman, played basketball for Augustana College, and grandfather wrestled for Minnesota ... Cousin of current NDSU tight end Matt Veldman.
WISCONSIN (2)
LUKE ALBERS, TE, 6-5, 220, Amherst Junction, Wis. (Iola-Scandinavia H.S.)--All-state game selection at tight end for Iola-Scandinavia High School and head coach Scott Erickson ... All-conference performer at tight end and defensive end including first-team honors as a junior ... Had 44 career receptions for 816 yards and seven TDs ... Recorded 71 tackles, eight sacks and had three interceptions over last two years on defense ... Also punted for the Thunderbirds as a senior ... Second team all-area and all-conference forward as a junior, leading team in scoring, rebounds, blocked shots and field goal and free throw shooting ... Part of two conference champion track and field teams ... Member of 400 meter relay team that placed fifth at state ... Born May 23, 1993 ... Son of David Albers, Iola, Wis., and Jan Anderson, Amherst Junction, Wis. ... Has three sisters, Andrea, Emily and Kiaya ... Plans to major in civil engineering with an emphasis on the environment.
JOE HORVATH, DT, 6-2, 250, Stevens Point, Wis. (Stevens Point Area Senior H.S.)--Wisconsin Football Coaches Association all-state defensive lineman for Stevens Point Area Senior High School and head coach Pete McAdams ... All-Wisconsin Valley Conference first team performer ... Led SPASH to the state playoffs for the first time in 33 years, advancing to championship game ... Eligible to play in all-star game this summer ... Started for 2-1/2 seasons and earned three letters ... Three-sport athlete, who also lettered in wrestling and track and field ... Born June 4, 1993 ... Son of Stephen and Justine Horvath ... Has three sisters, Eleanor, Nina, Chande.
ARIZONA (4)
JORDAN CHAMPION, CB, 5-9, 195, Avondale, Ariz. (Westview H.S.)--First-team all-State and all-Desert West Region running back for Westview High School and head coach Jeff Bowen ... Rushed for 1,167 yards and 16 TDs for the 10-3 state Class 5A Division II semifinalists ... Three-year starter for Westview ... Rushed for 1,053 yards and earned all-region second-team honors at defensive back as a junior ... Starter at defensive back as a sophomore for the 2008 team that went 12-2 and played in state championship game ... Born Aug. 10, 1993 ... Son of Darryll and Vicky Dorce'us ... Has one brother, Jared Champion, and one sister, Courtney Champion.
MATT JONES, RB, 5-9, 195, Scottsdale, Ariz. (Horizon H.S.)-- Honorable mention all-state selection for Horizon High School and head coach Steve Casey ... Three-year starter at running back ... Finished with 1,200 all-purpose yards and 19 TDs as a senior, and 1,100 all-purpose yards and 11 TDs as a junior ... Finished as the school's all-time leader in rushing attempts, also holds single-game record for TDs ... Second-team all-region in 2010, honorable mention all-region in 2009 ... Born Nov. 9, 1993 ... Son of Major and Linda Jones ... Has three brothers, Eric, Nathan and Chris ... His grandfather, Major Sr., was a professional boxer in the 1930s.
DANELL MILES, FS, 6-0, 190, Litchfield Park, Ariz. (Desert Edge H.S.)--Class 4A first team all-state selection by the Arizona Republic for Desert Edge High School and head coach Rich Wellbrock ... Had 86 tackles including 50 solos, one forced fumble, a fumble recovery and four interceptions as a senior ... Rushed for 683 yards and 8 TDs ... Made 84 tackles and had four interceptions as a junior ... Two-time all-region and all-conference pick ... Member of Class 4A Skyline Region championship team and state semi-finalists ... Born Feb. 24, 1993 ... Son of Donald and Roshonda Miles ... Has two brothers, Donald Miles and Lyndon Slusher, and one sister, Quinn ... Family member Dorell Wright plays for Golden State of the NBA.
RYAN STANFORD, QB, 6-3, 180, Phoenix, Ariz. (Horizon H.S.)-- Arizona Republic, East Valley Tribune and Rivals.com all-State quarterback for Horizon High School and head coach Steve Casey ... Holds numerous records including career passing yards (6,353), attempts (956), completions (500) and TDs (57) ... Had 13 games of 200+ passing yards in career and four games of 300+ yards ... Completed 130 of 243 passes for 1,989 yards, 18 TDs and only five interceptions as a senior ... Holds single-game records for passing yards (346), attempts (51) and completions (28) ... Selected as top QB at 2010 Five Star Pro Combine ... Named the A.I.A. Male Athlete of the Month ... Ranked No. 2 at QB in Arizona by MaxPreps.com as junior and senior ... Completed 167 of 331 passes for 2,285 yards, 21 TDs and 14 interceptions as a junior ... Completed career-high 203 of 382 passes for 2,079 yards and 18 TDs as a sophomore ... Born April 16, 1993 ... Son of Stephen and Deborah Stanford ... Has two brothers, Robert and Logan ... Brother, Robert plays for the University of Redlands (Calif.).
IOWA (2)
ANDREW BONNET, FB, 6-3, 230 Council Bluffs, Iowa (Underwood H.S.)--Second-team all-Western Iowa, and first-team all-district and all-area as a senior for Underwood High School and head coach Loaren Lintner ... Four-year letterwinner and three-year starter ... Academic all-district ... Rushed 107 times for 771 yards and 10 TDs as a senior, and added three receptions for 118 yards and two TDs ... Recorded 37 tackles including 17 solos and nine tackles for loss ... Led Underwood to 6-4 record and state playoffs ... Played fullback, tight end, defensive tackle, linebacker and defensive end during career ... Second-team all-district and all-Southeast Iowa as a junior ... Rushed 70 times for 493 yards and five TDs, and also caught eight passes for 182 yards and one TD ... Made 42 tackles including ... State qualifier in shot put (48' 10") and discus (145' 2") ... Part of school record-setting shuttle hurdle relay team as a junior ... Captain for football, basketball and track and field teams ... Born Dec. 27, 1992 ... Son of Michael and Melinda Bonnet ... Has one brother, Matt, and one sister, Emma ... Plans to major in engineering.
BERKLEY GRIMM, FB, 5-11, 225, Iowa City, Iowa (Regina H.S.)--First-team all-state linebacker for Regina High School and head coach Marv Cook ... Part of defense that allowed zero points in Class 2A ... Led the Regals to 14-0 record and 2010 Class 2A state championship ... First undefeated season in school history ... Also played fullback ... Played first three seasons for Iowa City West and head coach Brian Sauser ... Three-time Iowa state Freestyle and Greco wrestling champion ... Two-year member of Iowa's national dual team ... Placed 5th at folkstyle wrestling nationals and 8th at freestyle nationals ... Wrestled at 160 and 189-pounds at West, competing at 215 at Regina ... Born April 17, 1993 ... Son of Kevin and Shiela Grimm ... Has two sisters, Keeley and Lainey.
ILLINOIS (3)
BEN LeCOMPTE, P, 5-11, 185, Barrington, Ill. (Barrington H.S.)-- A Daily Herald All-Area selection for Barrington High School and head coach Joe Sanchez ... First-team all-Mid-Suburban West pick ... Barrington advanced to the 8A playoffs and finished 7-2 ... Handled the punting and kicking duties, along with playing cornerback and wide receiver ... Went 5-for-7 on field goals (Long 43 yards) and punted for a 36-yard average ... Forty-five of his 55 kickoffs (81 percent) were touchback ... Set single-game school average records for punting (51.0) and kickoffs (56.9) and interceptions (3) ... Earned Illinois high school Defensive Player of the Week honors during week three after recording three interceptions, a fumble recovery and five tackles ... Pitcher and centerfielder on Barrington's 2010 IHSA baseball playoff team ... Also played basketball ... Born Feb. 1, 1993 ... Son of Benjamin and Cathleen LeCompte ... Has one brother, Bart, and three sisters, Ashlee, Nichole and Michelle ... Plans to major in business administration.
JOSH LISENBY, DT, 6-2, 245, Chicago, Ill. (De La Salle High School)--First-team all-conference performer for De La Salle High School and head coach Dan O'Keefe ... Made 62 tackles, and had a pair of fumble recoveries and an interception ... Academic all-state .... Member of team that advanced to state quarterfinals as a junior ... Three-year starter and four-year letterwinner at defensive end, tight end, offensive line and punter ... Born Oct. 3, 1992 ... Son of James Lisenby and Brenda Lisenby, Chicago ... Has two brothers, Chris and Nick.
NICK SCOLIERE, LB, 6-2, 205, St. Charles, Ill. (Marmion Academy)--Conference Defensive Player of the Year for Marmion Academy and head coach Dan Thorpe ... Marmion Academy advanced to the state playoffs, placing second with a 12-2 record ... Had 75 tackles including 10 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles and a pair of interceptions ... Rushed for 890 yards and four TDs, and caught 28 passes for 470 yards and 6 TDs ... Three-year starter at point guard on basketball court ... Born Feb. 11, 1993 ... Son of Mark and Laura Scoliere ... Has two sisters, Erika and Nina ... Plans to major in business management ... Father and uncle, Joe Scoliere, played college basketball at Pitt-Johnstown, and cousins, Danielle and Megan Scoliere played soccer at Ohio State.
KANSAS (2)
DeSHAWN DINWIDDIE, LB, 6-2, 210, Hutchinson, Kan. (Hutchinson, H.S.)-- Two-year starter and three-year letterwinner for Hutchinson High School and head coach Randy Dreiling ... Second team all-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail League Division I selection in 2010 ... Played linebacker, safety and fullback for the Salt Hawks ... Member of two undefeated state championship football teams in 2008 and 2009 ... As a senior, had 60 tackles, two forced fumbles and an interception ... Rushed 105 times for 530 yards ... Returned 15 punts for an average of 14 yards and one TD ... Three-year letterwinner on basketball court, earning two more in track and field ... Born July 12, 1993 ... Son of John and Sherri Hastert ... Has two brothers, Devron Dinwiddie and Bryan Morris.
DEREK LEE, TE, 6-4, 235, Wichita, Kan. (Maize H.S.)--First-team All-state tight end and linebacker for Maize High School and head coach Craig Broadbent ... Will play for the West squad in the Kansas Shrine Bowl this summer ... Caught 31 passes for 350 yards and five TDs ... Made 78 tackles including 28 tackles for loss and added an interception ... All-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail League Division I, all-Metro pick at tight end and linebacker ... Rivals.com all-State linebacker ... All-league basketball selection, averaging 18.8 points this season ... Maize advanced to the state playoffs in 2009, placing seventh ... Born May 21, 1993 ... Son of David and Donna Lee ... Has one brother, Alex ... Father played basketball for Bethany College (1978-79) and mother played volleyball for Iowa State (1979-82
The following student-athletes have been admitted to North Dakota State and are recruited walk-ons to the program:
Brandon Chrest, LB/S, 6-3, 195, Cavalier, N.D. (Cavalier H.S.)
Dylan Dunn, WR, 6-3, 200, Fargo, N.D. (Shanley H.S.)
Joe Haeg, OT, 6-5, 245, Lake Shore, Minn. (Brainerd H.S.)
Alex LaVoy, LB, 6-1, 210, Naytahwaush, Minn. (Mahnomen H.S.)
Jacob Lesar, OG, 6-6, 310, Hermantown, Minn. (Hermantown H.S.)
Leighton Talmadge, DE, 6-6, 220, Bismarck, N.D. (Bismarck H.S.)
Dan Wood, DT, 6-4, 250, Pelican Rapids, Minn. (Pelican Rapids H.S.)
North Dakota State went 9-5 and reached the NCAA Division FCS quarterfinals before falling to No. 1-ranked Eastern Washington 38-31 in overtime in Cheney, Wash., on Dec. 11. It was a dramatic turnaround for the Bison, who went 3-8 in 2009. NDSU is scheduled to open the 2011 season against Lafayette College on Sept. 3 in the Fargodome.
The list includes student-athletes from seven different states including North Dakota (2), Minnesota (5), Wisconsin (2), Arizona (4), Illinois (3), Iowa (2) and Kansas (2). There are nine offensive players, 10 defensive players and one specialist.
NORTH DAKOTA (2)
ANDREW OKLAND, WR, 6-3, 190, Fargo, N.D. (South H.S.)-- First-team Class 3A all-state selection for state champion Fargo South High School and head coach Troy Mattern ... Caught 31 passes for 728 yards and 10 TDs in seven games as a senior ... All-conference pick ... Three-year letterwinner and two-year starter for basketball team, averaging 13.2 points and 9.3 rebounds per game ... Competed in cross-country for two seasons ... Member of superior state choir all four years ... Born April 29, 1993 ... Son of Douglas and Sheri Okland ... Has one sister, Megan ... Plans to major in music ... Mother, father and grandfather, Marv, attended NDSU.
CARSON WENTZ, QB, 6-5, 210, Bismarck, N.D. (Century H.S.)-- 2010 North Dakota Class 3A Player of the Year for Bismarck Century High School and head coach Ron Wingenbach ... All-state at-large pick ... All-conference at quarterback and defensive back ... Led team to 8-3 record, conference title and state semifinals ... Completed 91 of 149 passes for 1,285 yards and 12 TDs ... Rushed 85 times for 553 yards and 13 TDs ... Recorded 61 tackles and two interceptions ... Three-year starter for baseball team ... Played first base for 2010 American Legion and high school state runner-up teams ... Hit .386 with 26 RBI for Century as junior, batted .421 with 41 RBI for Bismarck Govs Legion ... Forward/center for the state's No. 1-ranked basketball team ... Class Valedictorian ... National Honor Society ... Born Dec. 30, 1992 ... Son of Doug Wentz and Cathy Domres, Bismarck ... Has two brothers, Zach Wentz and Luke Domres ... Brother, Zach, plays baseball at NDSU ... Father played linebacker at Northern State in the 1980s.
MINNESOTA (5)
JOSH COLVILLE, OG/OC, 6-2, 270, Deephaven, Minn. (Minnetonka H.S.)--Associated Press second-team all-state selection as a senior for Minnetonka High School and head coach Dave Nelson ... Two-time all-conference performer ... Second-team all-metro as a senior ... Three-year letterwinner and two-year starter on the offensive and defensive line for the Skippers ... Four-year starter fo the Minnetonka Rugby team Born Sept. 4, 1992 ... Son of Scott and Shari Colville ... Has one sister, Cally.
LYLE NORMAN, DE, 6-3, 230, Roseau, Minn. (Roseau H.S.)--First-team all-Heart O'Lakes selection for Roseau High School and head coach George Ziegler ... Four-year letterwinner and three-year starter at linebacker and fullback ... All-league baseball player ... Three-year letterwinner and two-year starter on hockey and baseball teams ... Hockey team advanced to the 2010 state tournament ... Born Oct. 22, 1992 ... Son of Brian and Shelley Norman ... Has one sister, Lisa.
CJ SMITH, CB, 5-11, 175, Savage, Minn. (Burnsville H.S.)--South Suburban Confernece Offensive Player of the Year for Burnsville High School and head coach Mark Riggs ... Minnesota Vikings All-State selection ... All-conference pick after rushing for 1,700 yards and 16 TDs ... Three-year starter on football field, two-year starter at guard for basketball team ... Born May 10, 1993 ... Son of Charles Smith, and Jackie McQuerry, Savage, Minn. ... Has two sisters, Jasmine and Chasity.
JOEY SONNENFELD, FS, 6-3, 190, Maple Grove, Minn. (Osseo H.S.)--Second-team all-State and all-Metro selection for Osseo High School and head coach Derrin Lamker ... Three-year starter at wide receiver and free safety ... Caught 35 passes for 520 yards and eight TDs ... Made 67 tackles and had an interception on defense ... Two-time all-conference selection and preseason all-state ... Honorable mention all-conference selection in basketball ... Born Sept. 23, 1992 ... Son of Randy and Elizabeth Sonnenfeld ... Has one brother, Taylor ... Father played tight end for Minnesota from 1976-80.
FRANK VELDMAN, SS, 6-4, 205, Eagan, Minn. (Eastview H.S.)-- Finalist for Minnesota's Mr. Football and South Suburban Conference Defensive Player of the Year at Eastview High School, coached by Kelly Sherwin ... Two-time all-state, all-metro and all-conference selection ... Four-year letterwinner, three-year starter at free safety, wide receiver, punter and kicker ... Finished with 179 career tackles and averaged 26.1 yards per reception ... Averaged 38.6 yards per punt during career ... Three-year starter in basketball ... All-state and all-conference performer in track and field, setting school records in the high jump (6' 7") and the triple jump (46' 5") ... Born Nov. 21, 1992 ... Son of Steve Veldman, Eagan, and Michelle Veldman, Apple Valley ... Has one brother, Anthony, and one sister, Kayla ... Father and uncle, Mark, played football for UND (Mark with Miami Dolphins); uncle, Greg Veldman, played football for Moorhead State and the Dallas Cowboys; uncle, Bruce Veldman, played basketball for Augustana College, and grandfather wrestled for Minnesota ... Cousin of current NDSU tight end Matt Veldman.
WISCONSIN (2)
LUKE ALBERS, TE, 6-5, 220, Amherst Junction, Wis. (Iola-Scandinavia H.S.)--All-state game selection at tight end for Iola-Scandinavia High School and head coach Scott Erickson ... All-conference performer at tight end and defensive end including first-team honors as a junior ... Had 44 career receptions for 816 yards and seven TDs ... Recorded 71 tackles, eight sacks and had three interceptions over last two years on defense ... Also punted for the Thunderbirds as a senior ... Second team all-area and all-conference forward as a junior, leading team in scoring, rebounds, blocked shots and field goal and free throw shooting ... Part of two conference champion track and field teams ... Member of 400 meter relay team that placed fifth at state ... Born May 23, 1993 ... Son of David Albers, Iola, Wis., and Jan Anderson, Amherst Junction, Wis. ... Has three sisters, Andrea, Emily and Kiaya ... Plans to major in civil engineering with an emphasis on the environment.
JOE HORVATH, DT, 6-2, 250, Stevens Point, Wis. (Stevens Point Area Senior H.S.)--Wisconsin Football Coaches Association all-state defensive lineman for Stevens Point Area Senior High School and head coach Pete McAdams ... All-Wisconsin Valley Conference first team performer ... Led SPASH to the state playoffs for the first time in 33 years, advancing to championship game ... Eligible to play in all-star game this summer ... Started for 2-1/2 seasons and earned three letters ... Three-sport athlete, who also lettered in wrestling and track and field ... Born June 4, 1993 ... Son of Stephen and Justine Horvath ... Has three sisters, Eleanor, Nina, Chande.
ARIZONA (4)
JORDAN CHAMPION, CB, 5-9, 195, Avondale, Ariz. (Westview H.S.)--First-team all-State and all-Desert West Region running back for Westview High School and head coach Jeff Bowen ... Rushed for 1,167 yards and 16 TDs for the 10-3 state Class 5A Division II semifinalists ... Three-year starter for Westview ... Rushed for 1,053 yards and earned all-region second-team honors at defensive back as a junior ... Starter at defensive back as a sophomore for the 2008 team that went 12-2 and played in state championship game ... Born Aug. 10, 1993 ... Son of Darryll and Vicky Dorce'us ... Has one brother, Jared Champion, and one sister, Courtney Champion.
MATT JONES, RB, 5-9, 195, Scottsdale, Ariz. (Horizon H.S.)-- Honorable mention all-state selection for Horizon High School and head coach Steve Casey ... Three-year starter at running back ... Finished with 1,200 all-purpose yards and 19 TDs as a senior, and 1,100 all-purpose yards and 11 TDs as a junior ... Finished as the school's all-time leader in rushing attempts, also holds single-game record for TDs ... Second-team all-region in 2010, honorable mention all-region in 2009 ... Born Nov. 9, 1993 ... Son of Major and Linda Jones ... Has three brothers, Eric, Nathan and Chris ... His grandfather, Major Sr., was a professional boxer in the 1930s.
DANELL MILES, FS, 6-0, 190, Litchfield Park, Ariz. (Desert Edge H.S.)--Class 4A first team all-state selection by the Arizona Republic for Desert Edge High School and head coach Rich Wellbrock ... Had 86 tackles including 50 solos, one forced fumble, a fumble recovery and four interceptions as a senior ... Rushed for 683 yards and 8 TDs ... Made 84 tackles and had four interceptions as a junior ... Two-time all-region and all-conference pick ... Member of Class 4A Skyline Region championship team and state semi-finalists ... Born Feb. 24, 1993 ... Son of Donald and Roshonda Miles ... Has two brothers, Donald Miles and Lyndon Slusher, and one sister, Quinn ... Family member Dorell Wright plays for Golden State of the NBA.
RYAN STANFORD, QB, 6-3, 180, Phoenix, Ariz. (Horizon H.S.)-- Arizona Republic, East Valley Tribune and Rivals.com all-State quarterback for Horizon High School and head coach Steve Casey ... Holds numerous records including career passing yards (6,353), attempts (956), completions (500) and TDs (57) ... Had 13 games of 200+ passing yards in career and four games of 300+ yards ... Completed 130 of 243 passes for 1,989 yards, 18 TDs and only five interceptions as a senior ... Holds single-game records for passing yards (346), attempts (51) and completions (28) ... Selected as top QB at 2010 Five Star Pro Combine ... Named the A.I.A. Male Athlete of the Month ... Ranked No. 2 at QB in Arizona by MaxPreps.com as junior and senior ... Completed 167 of 331 passes for 2,285 yards, 21 TDs and 14 interceptions as a junior ... Completed career-high 203 of 382 passes for 2,079 yards and 18 TDs as a sophomore ... Born April 16, 1993 ... Son of Stephen and Deborah Stanford ... Has two brothers, Robert and Logan ... Brother, Robert plays for the University of Redlands (Calif.).
IOWA (2)
ANDREW BONNET, FB, 6-3, 230 Council Bluffs, Iowa (Underwood H.S.)--Second-team all-Western Iowa, and first-team all-district and all-area as a senior for Underwood High School and head coach Loaren Lintner ... Four-year letterwinner and three-year starter ... Academic all-district ... Rushed 107 times for 771 yards and 10 TDs as a senior, and added three receptions for 118 yards and two TDs ... Recorded 37 tackles including 17 solos and nine tackles for loss ... Led Underwood to 6-4 record and state playoffs ... Played fullback, tight end, defensive tackle, linebacker and defensive end during career ... Second-team all-district and all-Southeast Iowa as a junior ... Rushed 70 times for 493 yards and five TDs, and also caught eight passes for 182 yards and one TD ... Made 42 tackles including ... State qualifier in shot put (48' 10") and discus (145' 2") ... Part of school record-setting shuttle hurdle relay team as a junior ... Captain for football, basketball and track and field teams ... Born Dec. 27, 1992 ... Son of Michael and Melinda Bonnet ... Has one brother, Matt, and one sister, Emma ... Plans to major in engineering.
BERKLEY GRIMM, FB, 5-11, 225, Iowa City, Iowa (Regina H.S.)--First-team all-state linebacker for Regina High School and head coach Marv Cook ... Part of defense that allowed zero points in Class 2A ... Led the Regals to 14-0 record and 2010 Class 2A state championship ... First undefeated season in school history ... Also played fullback ... Played first three seasons for Iowa City West and head coach Brian Sauser ... Three-time Iowa state Freestyle and Greco wrestling champion ... Two-year member of Iowa's national dual team ... Placed 5th at folkstyle wrestling nationals and 8th at freestyle nationals ... Wrestled at 160 and 189-pounds at West, competing at 215 at Regina ... Born April 17, 1993 ... Son of Kevin and Shiela Grimm ... Has two sisters, Keeley and Lainey.
ILLINOIS (3)
BEN LeCOMPTE, P, 5-11, 185, Barrington, Ill. (Barrington H.S.)-- A Daily Herald All-Area selection for Barrington High School and head coach Joe Sanchez ... First-team all-Mid-Suburban West pick ... Barrington advanced to the 8A playoffs and finished 7-2 ... Handled the punting and kicking duties, along with playing cornerback and wide receiver ... Went 5-for-7 on field goals (Long 43 yards) and punted for a 36-yard average ... Forty-five of his 55 kickoffs (81 percent) were touchback ... Set single-game school average records for punting (51.0) and kickoffs (56.9) and interceptions (3) ... Earned Illinois high school Defensive Player of the Week honors during week three after recording three interceptions, a fumble recovery and five tackles ... Pitcher and centerfielder on Barrington's 2010 IHSA baseball playoff team ... Also played basketball ... Born Feb. 1, 1993 ... Son of Benjamin and Cathleen LeCompte ... Has one brother, Bart, and three sisters, Ashlee, Nichole and Michelle ... Plans to major in business administration.
JOSH LISENBY, DT, 6-2, 245, Chicago, Ill. (De La Salle High School)--First-team all-conference performer for De La Salle High School and head coach Dan O'Keefe ... Made 62 tackles, and had a pair of fumble recoveries and an interception ... Academic all-state .... Member of team that advanced to state quarterfinals as a junior ... Three-year starter and four-year letterwinner at defensive end, tight end, offensive line and punter ... Born Oct. 3, 1992 ... Son of James Lisenby and Brenda Lisenby, Chicago ... Has two brothers, Chris and Nick.
NICK SCOLIERE, LB, 6-2, 205, St. Charles, Ill. (Marmion Academy)--Conference Defensive Player of the Year for Marmion Academy and head coach Dan Thorpe ... Marmion Academy advanced to the state playoffs, placing second with a 12-2 record ... Had 75 tackles including 10 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles and a pair of interceptions ... Rushed for 890 yards and four TDs, and caught 28 passes for 470 yards and 6 TDs ... Three-year starter at point guard on basketball court ... Born Feb. 11, 1993 ... Son of Mark and Laura Scoliere ... Has two sisters, Erika and Nina ... Plans to major in business management ... Father and uncle, Joe Scoliere, played college basketball at Pitt-Johnstown, and cousins, Danielle and Megan Scoliere played soccer at Ohio State.
KANSAS (2)
DeSHAWN DINWIDDIE, LB, 6-2, 210, Hutchinson, Kan. (Hutchinson, H.S.)-- Two-year starter and three-year letterwinner for Hutchinson High School and head coach Randy Dreiling ... Second team all-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail League Division I selection in 2010 ... Played linebacker, safety and fullback for the Salt Hawks ... Member of two undefeated state championship football teams in 2008 and 2009 ... As a senior, had 60 tackles, two forced fumbles and an interception ... Rushed 105 times for 530 yards ... Returned 15 punts for an average of 14 yards and one TD ... Three-year letterwinner on basketball court, earning two more in track and field ... Born July 12, 1993 ... Son of John and Sherri Hastert ... Has two brothers, Devron Dinwiddie and Bryan Morris.
DEREK LEE, TE, 6-4, 235, Wichita, Kan. (Maize H.S.)--First-team All-state tight end and linebacker for Maize High School and head coach Craig Broadbent ... Will play for the West squad in the Kansas Shrine Bowl this summer ... Caught 31 passes for 350 yards and five TDs ... Made 78 tackles including 28 tackles for loss and added an interception ... All-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail League Division I, all-Metro pick at tight end and linebacker ... Rivals.com all-State linebacker ... All-league basketball selection, averaging 18.8 points this season ... Maize advanced to the state playoffs in 2009, placing seventh ... Born May 21, 1993 ... Son of David and Donna Lee ... Has one brother, Alex ... Father played basketball for Bethany College (1978-79) and mother played volleyball for Iowa State (1979-82
The following student-athletes have been admitted to North Dakota State and are recruited walk-ons to the program:
Brandon Chrest, LB/S, 6-3, 195, Cavalier, N.D. (Cavalier H.S.)
Dylan Dunn, WR, 6-3, 200, Fargo, N.D. (Shanley H.S.)
Joe Haeg, OT, 6-5, 245, Lake Shore, Minn. (Brainerd H.S.)
Alex LaVoy, LB, 6-1, 210, Naytahwaush, Minn. (Mahnomen H.S.)
Jacob Lesar, OG, 6-6, 310, Hermantown, Minn. (Hermantown H.S.)
Leighton Talmadge, DE, 6-6, 220, Bismarck, N.D. (Bismarck H.S.)
Dan Wood, DT, 6-4, 250, Pelican Rapids, Minn. (Pelican Rapids H.S.)
North Dakota State went 9-5 and reached the NCAA Division FCS quarterfinals before falling to No. 1-ranked Eastern Washington 38-31 in overtime in Cheney, Wash., on Dec. 11. It was a dramatic turnaround for the Bison, who went 3-8 in 2009. NDSU is scheduled to open the 2011 season against Lafayette College on Sept. 3 in the Fargodome.
Sioux captain Genoway a national finalist for Lowe's Senior CLASS Award
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - University of North Dakota senior defenseman and team captain Chay Genoway has been named one of 10 national finalists for the 2011 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award in men's hockey.
To be eligible for the award, a student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence - community, classroom, character and competition.
An acronym for Celebrating Loyalty and Achievement for Staying in School(r), the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award focuses on the total student-athlete and encourages students to use their platform in athletics to make a positive impact as leaders in their communities.
Genoway, a fifth-year senior from Morden, Manitoba, is a three-time All-Western College Hockey Association performer and was named the WCHA Defensive Player of the Year in 2008-09. That same season, Genoway was named a second team All-American by the American Hockey Coaches Association. The leading active scorer among NCAA Division I defensemen, Genoway is one of only nine defensemen in UND history to score 100 career points.
In the classroom, Genoway is a three-time WCHA Scholar-Athlete and a three-time All-WCHA Academic Team selection. He was an ESPN the Magazine Academic All-American in 2008-09 and is a three-time recipient of UND's Archie Krum Memorial Scholarship, which recognizes the men's hockey player who demonstrates leadership qualities, high academic standards and athletic excellence.
One of UND's most active student-athletes within the community, Genoway has already logged a team-leading 68.5 hours of community service during the 2010-11 academic year. He has donated his time to numerous organizations, including Special Olympics, Altru Health System, Grand Forks Youth Hockey, the Grand Forks Public Library and several area elementary schools.
Genoway and the other nine finalists were chosen by a media committee from the list of 20 candidates announced in October. Nationwide fan voting begins immediately to determine the winner. Fans are encouraged to vote via the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award website or on the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Facebook fan page through March 20. Fan votes will be combined with media and coaches votes to determine the winner.
Lowe's, an official corporate partner of the NCAA, will announce the winner on April 7 at the NCAA Frozen Four(r) in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
For more information on all the finalists, visit http://www.seniorCLASSaward.com.
To be eligible for the award, a student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence - community, classroom, character and competition.
An acronym for Celebrating Loyalty and Achievement for Staying in School(r), the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award focuses on the total student-athlete and encourages students to use their platform in athletics to make a positive impact as leaders in their communities.
Genoway, a fifth-year senior from Morden, Manitoba, is a three-time All-Western College Hockey Association performer and was named the WCHA Defensive Player of the Year in 2008-09. That same season, Genoway was named a second team All-American by the American Hockey Coaches Association. The leading active scorer among NCAA Division I defensemen, Genoway is one of only nine defensemen in UND history to score 100 career points.
In the classroom, Genoway is a three-time WCHA Scholar-Athlete and a three-time All-WCHA Academic Team selection. He was an ESPN the Magazine Academic All-American in 2008-09 and is a three-time recipient of UND's Archie Krum Memorial Scholarship, which recognizes the men's hockey player who demonstrates leadership qualities, high academic standards and athletic excellence.
One of UND's most active student-athletes within the community, Genoway has already logged a team-leading 68.5 hours of community service during the 2010-11 academic year. He has donated his time to numerous organizations, including Special Olympics, Altru Health System, Grand Forks Youth Hockey, the Grand Forks Public Library and several area elementary schools.
Genoway and the other nine finalists were chosen by a media committee from the list of 20 candidates announced in October. Nationwide fan voting begins immediately to determine the winner. Fans are encouraged to vote via the Lowe's Senior CLASS Award website
Lowe's, an official corporate partner of the NCAA, will announce the winner on April 7 at the NCAA Frozen Four(r) in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
For more information on all the finalists, visit http://www.seniorCLASSaward.com
MSUM track signing
MOORHEAD, Minn. – Head Coach Keith Barnier and the Minnesota State University Moorhead track & field program announced the signing of Mary Tanoe, a senior sprinter from Hopkins High School, on Wednesday.
Tanoe was the Minnesota State Champion in the 100-meter dash in both 2009 and 2010. She also is a member of the State record holding 4x100-meter and 4x200-meter relay teams, that won the event at the 2010 State Championship. Tanoe was a critical member of Hopkin's True-Team State Championship in 2010. She has a personal best time of 12.13 in the 100-meter dash.
Tanoe was also recruited by the University of Minnesota, Iowa State and Minnesota Duluth.
Tanoe was the Minnesota State Champion in the 100-meter dash in both 2009 and 2010. She also is a member of the State record holding 4x100-meter and 4x200-meter relay teams, that won the event at the 2010 State Championship. Tanoe was a critical member of Hopkin's True-Team State Championship in 2010. She has a personal best time of 12.13 in the 100-meter dash.
Tanoe was also recruited by the University of Minnesota, Iowa State and Minnesota Duluth.
MSUM football signings
MOORHEAD, Minn. – Head Football Coach Steve Laqua and the Minnesota State University Moorhead football team are pleased to announce the signing of two future Dragons to National Letters of Intent.
The Dragons add Myles Montplaisir and Jalen Ham as the first members of the 2011 recruiting class.
“I feel that Myles and Jalen are both great additions to our program,” Laqua said. “We are just starting the process of recruiting but feel that adding these two players is a great start to transforming Dragon football.”
Montplaisir (6'1”, 195, QB) will join the Dragons after a decorated prep-career at Shanley High School, where he played for Laqua for four years. While at SHS, he played both quarterback and defensive back and led the Deacon's to back-to-back North Dakota State Championship titles. En route to the title, Montplaisir passed for nearly 1,800 yards and had 28 touchdowns. He also had 850 yards rushing with 11 touchdowns.
Montplaisir was honored as the North Dakota AA Senior Athlete of the Year after being selected the All-State team for the second consecutive season. He was also a two-time All Conference selection and served as both the football and basketball captain. A three-sport athlete at SHS, Montplaisir earned seven letters during his tenure.
Ham (6'0”, 180, ATH) is a 15-time letterwinner at Central Cass High School where he played quarterback, wide receiver and defensive back for the Squirrels. During his senior season, Ham had 25 receptions for 485 yards and eight touchdowns as a receiver, 17 rushes for 200 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. He also had 23 tackles and three punt returns for touchdowns.
After the 2010 season, Ham was selected to the North Dakota All-State first. He was also honored in both 2010 and 2009 on the All-Region first team. As one of the teams quarterback's in 2009, Ham threw for 1,122 yards and had eight touchdowns, while rushing for five touchdowns. He is also a four-time letterwinner in both basketball and baseball, while tallying three letters in track & field. This past summer, Ham led the Cass County legion baseball team to the State Championships.
The Dragons add Myles Montplaisir and Jalen Ham as the first members of the 2011 recruiting class.
“I feel that Myles and Jalen are both great additions to our program,” Laqua said. “We are just starting the process of recruiting but feel that adding these two players is a great start to transforming Dragon football.”
Montplaisir (6'1”, 195, QB) will join the Dragons after a decorated prep-career at Shanley High School, where he played for Laqua for four years. While at SHS, he played both quarterback and defensive back and led the Deacon's to back-to-back North Dakota State Championship titles. En route to the title, Montplaisir passed for nearly 1,800 yards and had 28 touchdowns. He also had 850 yards rushing with 11 touchdowns.
Montplaisir was honored as the North Dakota AA Senior Athlete of the Year after being selected the All-State team for the second consecutive season. He was also a two-time All Conference selection and served as both the football and basketball captain. A three-sport athlete at SHS, Montplaisir earned seven letters during his tenure.
Ham (6'0”, 180, ATH) is a 15-time letterwinner at Central Cass High School where he played quarterback, wide receiver and defensive back for the Squirrels. During his senior season, Ham had 25 receptions for 485 yards and eight touchdowns as a receiver, 17 rushes for 200 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. He also had 23 tackles and three punt returns for touchdowns.
After the 2010 season, Ham was selected to the North Dakota All-State first. He was also honored in both 2010 and 2009 on the All-Region first team. As one of the teams quarterback's in 2009, Ham threw for 1,122 yards and had eight touchdowns, while rushing for five touchdowns. He is also a four-time letterwinner in both basketball and baseball, while tallying three letters in track & field. This past summer, Ham led the Cass County legion baseball team to the State Championships.
Bison Men Take Five-Game Road Losing Streak to Centenary, Oral Roberts
This week, the North Dakota State men's basketball team looks to snap a five-game road losing streak this week when the seventh-place Bison (11-10, 5-6) play last-place Centenary (0-23, 0-11) at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, at the Gold Dome (3,000) in Shreveport, La. NDSU also is scheduled to play fourth-place Oral Roberts (9-14, 6-5) at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Mabee Center (10,575) in Tulsa, OK.
North Dakota State plays four of its next six games on the road beginning this week before closing out the regular season at home against South Dakota State on Friday, Feb. 25.
THE SERIES: Thursday will be the ninth meeting between North Dakota State and Centenary dating back to 2007-08. NDSU leads the series 8-0 after winning 76-60 in Fargo on Jan. 8. The Bison won 73-62 in Shreveport last year. ... Saturday will be the 11th meeting between North Dakota State and Oral Roberts dating back to 1967-68. The series is tied 5-5 after NDSU's 80-74 win in Fargo on Jan. 6. NDSU is 1-3 in Tulsa. The Bison beat ORU 75-72 to win the 2009 Summit League title in the final game of the regular season.
North Dakota State plays four of its next six games on the road beginning this week before closing out the regular season at home against South Dakota State on Friday, Feb. 25.
THE SERIES: Thursday will be the ninth meeting between North Dakota State and Centenary dating back to 2007-08. NDSU leads the series 8-0 after winning 76-60 in Fargo on Jan. 8. The Bison won 73-62 in Shreveport last year. ... Saturday will be the 11th meeting between North Dakota State and Oral Roberts dating back to 1967-68. The series is tied 5-5 after NDSU's 80-74 win in Fargo on Jan. 6. NDSU is 1-3 in Tulsa. The Bison beat ORU 75-72 to win the 2009 Summit League title in the final game of the regular season.
UMC football signings
The University of Minnesota, Crookston Golden Eagle Football program announced today that 16 players have committed to play for the Golden Eagles during the 2011 season.
This is the inaugural recruiting class for Coach Moller and his coaching staff. Moller states, “We have had a tremendous start to the 2011 season with the commitment of these student-athletes. Our players and assistant coaches have done a great job recruiting and representing the University of Minnesota, Crookston.” He adds, “We are able to attract such talented individuals because this university, OUR UNIVERSITY, has the right people reaching out to help at every turn. The staff would like to send a special thank you to all the faculty, athletics directors, food service members and admissions staff that freely gave up their weekends in support of our recruiting efforts. The recruiting process is never-ending at the Division II level and we will continue to search for additional student-athletes to join this fine group of recruits.”
Brody Davidson #61
Davidson is a 6’1, 210 lb, linebacker from Crookston High School in Crookston, Minn. He was recognized as an All-State selection as a junior and senior. Brody broke the Pirate record for career tackles being involved in 130 stops over the course of his career at Crookston High School. He was a two-year captain for Head Coach Chris Trostad’s Pirates, and the first athlete at Crookston to start as a freshman. In wrestling, he is currently undefeated at 27-0. Brody will play linebacker and plans to major in psychology at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Mike and Vicky Davidson.
Justin Emmerich #4
Emmerich is a 6’2, 175 lb, outside linebacker from Andover High School in Andover, Minn. He was an Honorable Mention All-Conference selection as a junior and senior. The Huskies reached the Section Finals in 2010 finishing with 8-2 season mark under Head Coach Rich Wilkie. Justin will play outside linebacker and plans to major in biology or business at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Larry and Karen Emmerich.
Ryan Emmerich #42
Emmerich is a 6’0, 210 lb, outside linebacker from Andover High School in Andover, Minn. where he was a three-year starter. In 2010, Ryan was voted Defensive MVP by his teammates and was also recognized as an All-Conference selection. As a junior, Ryan, captured Honorable Mention All-Conference honors. He was part of the eight win campaign at Andover being selected as Defensive Player of the Game on three occasions where the Rich Wilkie led Huskies reached the Section Finals before falling to Blaine High School. Ryan ranks among the Career Sack Leaders for the Huskies at Andover. Rated by Rivels.com as one of the top 20 Linebackers in Minnesota, he will play outside linebacker and plans to major in business or health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Larry and Karen Emmerich.
Greg Lofquist #33
Lofquist is a 6’1, 220 lb, defensive end from South St. Paul High School in South St. Paul, Minn. In 2010, he was voted team captain by his teammates and also earned All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State honors. He was three-year starter for Head Coach Chad Sexauer. Greg finished as the runner-up for Classic Suburban Conference Defensive Player of the Year based on a vote of league coaches. South St. Paul won the Classic Suburban Conference title this fall finishing with a 10-1 mark. The school’s last conference championship had been in 1966 a span of 44 years. Greg will play linebacker and plans to major in health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Walter and Deb Lofquist.
Drew Selvestra #91
Selvestra is a 6’2, 230 lb, defensive lineman from Eagan High School in Eagan, Minn. where he played for Head Coach Rick Sutton. He was one of the statistical leaders of an outstanding Eagan Wildcat defense this fall with 58 tackles, three fumble recoveries, and two deflected passes. Drew was selected as the player of the game in Eagan’s Section win over Henry Sibley. The Wildcats reached the Section Finals before losing to Cretin-Derham Hall. A member of the National Honor Society at Eagan, Drew will play defensive line and plans to major in biology or criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of John and Jennifer Selvestra. His Father, John, played football for the Gophers at the Twin Cities campus.
Sam Smith #75
Smith is a 6’3, 265 lb, offensive lineman from South St. Paul High School in South St. Paul, Minn. A three-year starter for the Packers he was voted team captain by his teammates this fall and also earned All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State honors. South St. Paul won the Classic Suburban Conference title this fall finishing with a 10-1 mark. The school’s last conference championship had been in 1966 a span of 44 years. Sam was a three year fixture in the middle at Center for the Packers under the direction of Head Coach Chad Sexauer. Sam will play offensive line and plans to major in communication at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Dennis and Peggy Smith.
Grant Lokken #81
Lokken is a 6’4 210 lb, wide receiver from North High School in Eau Claire, Wis. In 2009, he earned All-City and Honorable Mention All-Conference honors competing in the Big Rivers Conference featuring many of the top football schools in western Wisconsin. Grant played for Head Coach Ben King at North. He will play wide receiver and plans to major in criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Paul and Carla Lokken.
Antonio Baker #37
Baker is a 6’1, 205 lb, linebacker from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Ga. In 2010, he received the team’s Outstanding Linebacker Award and Iron Trojan Award. Antonio also earned 2nd Team All-Area honors for Head Coach Rayvan Teague’s Trojans. Baker’s team finished as the state runner up in Georgia, Class AAA in 2010. He recorded 73 tackles this past fall including 26 unassisted stops. In addition, Antonio had eight tackles for loss and recovered a fumble in 13 games. He missed two games with a high ankle sprain. Antonio will play linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and is undeclared on his major. He is the son of James and Tijuana Cooley.
A.J. Barge #6
Barge is a 6’3, 190 lb, quarterback from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Ga. In 2010, he was named Permanent Team Captain and received the team’s Iron Trojan Award. He also earned All-Area MVP and Honorable Mention All-State honors. Barge’s team under the guidance of Head Coach Rayvan Teague reached the State Class AAA Championship Game in 2010 and finished the season with a 14-1 record. This past fall he completed 70 % of his throws. A.J. threw for 1,168 yards and 17 touchdowns while throwing for only four interceptions in 15 ballgames. MAXPreps had A.J. ranked 6th in Total Offense in Class AAA in Georgia. He will play quarterback and plans to major in software engineering at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. A.J. is the son of Cindy Barge.
Myint Maung #3
Maung is a 5’9, 170 lb, running back/kick returner from St. Paul Highland Park. He is two-time St. Paul City Conference selection and was named to several All-State Honorable Mention teams last fall. The Scot’s under the direction of Head Coach Dave Zeitchick have enjoyed considerable success in the St. Paul City Conference including capturing the City Championship in Myint’s junior season. He had 1,152 yds in Total Offense last fall. A great kick returner Maung had four touchdown returns as a senior. Possessing great speed he placed 2nd last spring in the finals of the 100 meter dash at the Large School Minnesota State Track Meet, and placed in the finals as a freshman and sophomore. Myint will play running back and receiver along with being involved in the kick return game, and plans to major in software engineering at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Patrick and Cho Hmwe Aung.
Lethzee Calderon #11
Calderon is a 6’0, 185 lb, defensive back from Eastview High School in Apple Valley,Minn. He was an Honorable Mention All-Conference Selection in the “new” South Suburban Conference last fall. The Lightning directed by Head Coach Kelly Sherwin finished with a 7-4 record in 2010 placing 2nd in the South Suburban and as the Section runner-up losing to eventual state runner-up Rosemount High School. Lethzee recorded 48 tackles along with three interceptions during the 2010 Lightning campaign. He will play cornerback, and plans to major in marketing at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. Lethzee is the son of Iris Baez.
Tyler Hansen # 21
Hansen is a 6’0, 195 lb, running back from Morris High School where he was a three-year starter. The Tigers under the direction of Head Coach Jerry Witt enjoyed an outstanding seven win season in 2010. Tyler was the West Central Conference “Player of the Year” last fall. He is the all-time Career Rushing leader at Morris High School with over 2,700 yards. In addition, Tyler is the first running back in Tiger history to rush for over a 1,000 yards in consecutive seasons. He was selected to the West Central All-Area Team as a junior and a senior. Tyler served as the Tiger’s team captain last fall. He will play running back at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and plans to major in pre-veterinary medicine. Tyler is the son of Gary and Marie Hansen.
Tanner Dahlen #24
Dahlen is a 6’1, 205 lb, linebacker from East Grand Forks High School. He was coached by Scott Oliver at East Grand Forks. The Green Wave under Oliver’s direction reached the State AAA Play-offs this fall and finished with an 8-3 record. Tanner was named the 2010 Most Valuable Defensive Player in the Heart O’ Lakes Conference. In addition, he was named to the All-Grand Forks Area Team along with several All-State Teams in Minnesota. This summer Tanner has been selected to play in the North Dakota State High School All-Star game. He will play linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and is undeclared on a major. Tanner is the son of Jim and Jody Dahlen.
Dalton Hurn
Hurn is a 5’9, 155 lb, wide receiver/defensive back from Blue Earth High School. He was coached by Randy Kuchenmeister at Blue Earth. As a senior, he was named a team captain and Defensive Back of the Year. Dalton plans to major in golf & turf management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Elaine and Dave Hurn.
Chris Marsh
Marsh is a 5’10, 175 lb, running back/ defensive back from Anoka Ramsey Community College (Anoka High School). He was coached by Jeff Buerkle at Anoka. Chris plans to major in health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Diane Marsh.
Ethan Olson
Olson is a 6’2, 295 lb, offensive/defensive lineman from Cook High School. He was coached by Mark Fabish at Cook. He was named All-Conference in 2009 and 2010 and was an All-Conference Lineman MVP following the 2011 season. Ethan plans to major in wildlife management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Deb and Dan Olson.
This is the inaugural recruiting class for Coach Moller and his coaching staff. Moller states, “We have had a tremendous start to the 2011 season with the commitment of these student-athletes. Our players and assistant coaches have done a great job recruiting and representing the University of Minnesota, Crookston.” He adds, “We are able to attract such talented individuals because this university, OUR UNIVERSITY, has the right people reaching out to help at every turn. The staff would like to send a special thank you to all the faculty, athletics directors, food service members and admissions staff that freely gave up their weekends in support of our recruiting efforts. The recruiting process is never-ending at the Division II level and we will continue to search for additional student-athletes to join this fine group of recruits.”
Brody Davidson #61
Davidson is a 6’1, 210 lb, linebacker from Crookston High School in Crookston, Minn. He was recognized as an All-State selection as a junior and senior. Brody broke the Pirate record for career tackles being involved in 130 stops over the course of his career at Crookston High School. He was a two-year captain for Head Coach Chris Trostad’s Pirates, and the first athlete at Crookston to start as a freshman. In wrestling, he is currently undefeated at 27-0. Brody will play linebacker and plans to major in psychology at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Mike and Vicky Davidson.
Justin Emmerich #4
Emmerich is a 6’2, 175 lb, outside linebacker from Andover High School in Andover, Minn. He was an Honorable Mention All-Conference selection as a junior and senior. The Huskies reached the Section Finals in 2010 finishing with 8-2 season mark under Head Coach Rich Wilkie. Justin will play outside linebacker and plans to major in biology or business at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Larry and Karen Emmerich.
Ryan Emmerich #42
Emmerich is a 6’0, 210 lb, outside linebacker from Andover High School in Andover, Minn. where he was a three-year starter. In 2010, Ryan was voted Defensive MVP by his teammates and was also recognized as an All-Conference selection. As a junior, Ryan, captured Honorable Mention All-Conference honors. He was part of the eight win campaign at Andover being selected as Defensive Player of the Game on three occasions where the Rich Wilkie led Huskies reached the Section Finals before falling to Blaine High School. Ryan ranks among the Career Sack Leaders for the Huskies at Andover. Rated by Rivels.com as one of the top 20 Linebackers in Minnesota, he will play outside linebacker and plans to major in business or health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Larry and Karen Emmerich.
Greg Lofquist #33
Lofquist is a 6’1, 220 lb, defensive end from South St. Paul High School in South St. Paul, Minn. In 2010, he was voted team captain by his teammates and also earned All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State honors. He was three-year starter for Head Coach Chad Sexauer. Greg finished as the runner-up for Classic Suburban Conference Defensive Player of the Year based on a vote of league coaches. South St. Paul won the Classic Suburban Conference title this fall finishing with a 10-1 mark. The school’s last conference championship had been in 1966 a span of 44 years. Greg will play linebacker and plans to major in health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Walter and Deb Lofquist.
Drew Selvestra #91
Selvestra is a 6’2, 230 lb, defensive lineman from Eagan High School in Eagan, Minn. where he played for Head Coach Rick Sutton. He was one of the statistical leaders of an outstanding Eagan Wildcat defense this fall with 58 tackles, three fumble recoveries, and two deflected passes. Drew was selected as the player of the game in Eagan’s Section win over Henry Sibley. The Wildcats reached the Section Finals before losing to Cretin-Derham Hall. A member of the National Honor Society at Eagan, Drew will play defensive line and plans to major in biology or criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of John and Jennifer Selvestra. His Father, John, played football for the Gophers at the Twin Cities campus.
Sam Smith #75
Smith is a 6’3, 265 lb, offensive lineman from South St. Paul High School in South St. Paul, Minn. A three-year starter for the Packers he was voted team captain by his teammates this fall and also earned All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State honors. South St. Paul won the Classic Suburban Conference title this fall finishing with a 10-1 mark. The school’s last conference championship had been in 1966 a span of 44 years. Sam was a three year fixture in the middle at Center for the Packers under the direction of Head Coach Chad Sexauer. Sam will play offensive line and plans to major in communication at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Dennis and Peggy Smith.
Grant Lokken #81
Lokken is a 6’4 210 lb, wide receiver from North High School in Eau Claire, Wis. In 2009, he earned All-City and Honorable Mention All-Conference honors competing in the Big Rivers Conference featuring many of the top football schools in western Wisconsin. Grant played for Head Coach Ben King at North. He will play wide receiver and plans to major in criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Paul and Carla Lokken.
Antonio Baker #37
Baker is a 6’1, 205 lb, linebacker from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Ga. In 2010, he received the team’s Outstanding Linebacker Award and Iron Trojan Award. Antonio also earned 2nd Team All-Area honors for Head Coach Rayvan Teague’s Trojans. Baker’s team finished as the state runner up in Georgia, Class AAA in 2010. He recorded 73 tackles this past fall including 26 unassisted stops. In addition, Antonio had eight tackles for loss and recovered a fumble in 13 games. He missed two games with a high ankle sprain. Antonio will play linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and is undeclared on his major. He is the son of James and Tijuana Cooley.
A.J. Barge #6
Barge is a 6’3, 190 lb, quarterback from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Ga. In 2010, he was named Permanent Team Captain and received the team’s Iron Trojan Award. He also earned All-Area MVP and Honorable Mention All-State honors. Barge’s team under the guidance of Head Coach Rayvan Teague reached the State Class AAA Championship Game in 2010 and finished the season with a 14-1 record. This past fall he completed 70 % of his throws. A.J. threw for 1,168 yards and 17 touchdowns while throwing for only four interceptions in 15 ballgames. MAXPreps had A.J. ranked 6th in Total Offense in Class AAA in Georgia. He will play quarterback and plans to major in software engineering at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. A.J. is the son of Cindy Barge.
Myint Maung #3
Maung is a 5’9, 170 lb, running back/kick returner from St. Paul Highland Park. He is two-time St. Paul City Conference selection and was named to several All-State Honorable Mention teams last fall. The Scot’s under the direction of Head Coach Dave Zeitchick have enjoyed considerable success in the St. Paul City Conference including capturing the City Championship in Myint’s junior season. He had 1,152 yds in Total Offense last fall. A great kick returner Maung had four touchdown returns as a senior. Possessing great speed he placed 2nd last spring in the finals of the 100 meter dash at the Large School Minnesota State Track Meet, and placed in the finals as a freshman and sophomore. Myint will play running back and receiver along with being involved in the kick return game, and plans to major in software engineering at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Patrick and Cho Hmwe Aung.
Lethzee Calderon #11
Calderon is a 6’0, 185 lb, defensive back from Eastview High School in Apple Valley,Minn. He was an Honorable Mention All-Conference Selection in the “new” South Suburban Conference last fall. The Lightning directed by Head Coach Kelly Sherwin finished with a 7-4 record in 2010 placing 2nd in the South Suburban and as the Section runner-up losing to eventual state runner-up Rosemount High School. Lethzee recorded 48 tackles along with three interceptions during the 2010 Lightning campaign. He will play cornerback, and plans to major in marketing at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. Lethzee is the son of Iris Baez.
Tyler Hansen # 21
Hansen is a 6’0, 195 lb, running back from Morris High School where he was a three-year starter. The Tigers under the direction of Head Coach Jerry Witt enjoyed an outstanding seven win season in 2010. Tyler was the West Central Conference “Player of the Year” last fall. He is the all-time Career Rushing leader at Morris High School with over 2,700 yards. In addition, Tyler is the first running back in Tiger history to rush for over a 1,000 yards in consecutive seasons. He was selected to the West Central All-Area Team as a junior and a senior. Tyler served as the Tiger’s team captain last fall. He will play running back at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and plans to major in pre-veterinary medicine. Tyler is the son of Gary and Marie Hansen.
Tanner Dahlen #24
Dahlen is a 6’1, 205 lb, linebacker from East Grand Forks High School. He was coached by Scott Oliver at East Grand Forks. The Green Wave under Oliver’s direction reached the State AAA Play-offs this fall and finished with an 8-3 record. Tanner was named the 2010 Most Valuable Defensive Player in the Heart O’ Lakes Conference. In addition, he was named to the All-Grand Forks Area Team along with several All-State Teams in Minnesota. This summer Tanner has been selected to play in the North Dakota State High School All-Star game. He will play linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and is undeclared on a major. Tanner is the son of Jim and Jody Dahlen.
Dalton Hurn
Hurn is a 5’9, 155 lb, wide receiver/defensive back from Blue Earth High School. He was coached by Randy Kuchenmeister at Blue Earth. As a senior, he was named a team captain and Defensive Back of the Year. Dalton plans to major in golf & turf management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Elaine and Dave Hurn.
Chris Marsh
Marsh is a 5’10, 175 lb, running back/ defensive back from Anoka Ramsey Community College (Anoka High School). He was coached by Jeff Buerkle at Anoka. Chris plans to major in health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Diane Marsh.
Ethan Olson
Olson is a 6’2, 295 lb, offensive/defensive lineman from Cook High School. He was coached by Mark Fabish at Cook. He was named All-Conference in 2009 and 2010 and was an All-Conference Lineman MVP following the 2011 season. Ethan plans to major in wildlife management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Deb and Dan Olson.
Laura Taylor NAIA Div II WBB Player of the Week
Laura Taylor of Mayville State (N.D.) has been named the NAIA National Division II Women’s Basketball Player of the Week, the national office announced Tuesday. Taylor was selected based on her performances from Jan. 24 - 30 and was chosen out of a pool of conference /independent /unaffiliated groupings.
In the Comets’ 80-75 victory over Dakota State (S.D.) on Jan. 26, the 6-1 center poured in 24 points on 6-of-15 shooting and grabbed 18 boards. Eleven of her rebounds came on the offensive glass, leading to crucial second-chance points in Mayville State’s win. With only six active Comet players for the matchup against NCCAA’s Trinity Bible College (N.D.) on Jan. 29, Taylor stepped up big with 32 points, 24 rebounds, five steals, three blocks and two assists.
The sophomore from Maddock, N.D., finished the week averaging 28 points and 21 rebounds per game, shooting 50 percent from the floor and 76 percent from the free-throw line.
Taylor has positioned herself among the Dakota Athletic Conference’s best, ranking first in offensive rebounds per game with 3.6, third in rebounds per game with 6.8 and seventh in scoring with 13.2 points per game.
In the Comets’ 80-75 victory over Dakota State (S.D.) on Jan. 26, the 6-1 center poured in 24 points on 6-of-15 shooting and grabbed 18 boards. Eleven of her rebounds came on the offensive glass, leading to crucial second-chance points in Mayville State’s win. With only six active Comet players for the matchup against NCCAA’s Trinity Bible College (N.D.) on Jan. 29, Taylor stepped up big with 32 points, 24 rebounds, five steals, three blocks and two assists.
The sophomore from Maddock, N.D., finished the week averaging 28 points and 21 rebounds per game, shooting 50 percent from the floor and 76 percent from the free-throw line.
Taylor has positioned herself among the Dakota Athletic Conference’s best, ranking first in offensive rebounds per game with 3.6, third in rebounds per game with 6.8 and seventh in scoring with 13.2 points per game.
Lundon and Pavek Selected as Pine to Prairie Girls and Boys Basketball Players of the Week
Jenna Lundon (Jr., Guard) from Waubun High School and Jacob Pavek (So., Forward) from Mahnomen High School have been voted as the Girls and Boys Basketball Pine to Prairie Players of the Week.
Jenna scored 15 points, grabbed 11 rebounds and added 10 steals in the Bombers victory over Norman County West. Lundon than had a game high 38 points against Ada-Borup. She also added 11 rebounds and had 4 steals in the loss to the Cougars. This is the second conference Player of the Week award for Jenna. She earned her first one in December.
Jacob scored 26 points on 11 of 14 shooting and added 12 rebounds in a hard fought loss to Bagley. He then contributed a 19 point and 16 rebound effort in a win against Win-E-Mac. Pavek has now recorded six consecutive double digit scoring and rebounding games. This is Jacob’s first Player of the Week honor.
Special mention this week goes to Garrett Carlin (Sr., Forward) from Fosston High School who reached the 1000 rebound mark in his career.
Other outstanding efforts for the week were turned in by Kyle Arneson (Jr., Point Guard) from Fosston High School, Kris Skersick (Jr., Forward) from Bagley High School, Megan Kolness (So, Forward) from Ada-Borup High School, Kari Skersick (Fr., Forward) from Bagley High School and Alyssa Schmidt (Sr., Guard) from Fosston High School.
Jenna scored 15 points, grabbed 11 rebounds and added 10 steals in the Bombers victory over Norman County West. Lundon than had a game high 38 points against Ada-Borup. She also added 11 rebounds and had 4 steals in the loss to the Cougars. This is the second conference Player of the Week award for Jenna. She earned her first one in December.
Jacob scored 26 points on 11 of 14 shooting and added 12 rebounds in a hard fought loss to Bagley. He then contributed a 19 point and 16 rebound effort in a win against Win-E-Mac. Pavek has now recorded six consecutive double digit scoring and rebounding games. This is Jacob’s first Player of the Week honor.
Special mention this week goes to Garrett Carlin (Sr., Forward) from Fosston High School who reached the 1000 rebound mark in his career.
Other outstanding efforts for the week were turned in by Kyle Arneson (Jr., Point Guard) from Fosston High School, Kris Skersick (Jr., Forward) from Bagley High School, Megan Kolness (So, Forward) from Ada-Borup High School, Kari Skersick (Fr., Forward) from Bagley High School and Alyssa Schmidt (Sr., Guard) from Fosston High School.
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