Category Archives: Sports

SBD Summer Steam strong finish

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•June 3, 2026•

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The Sullivan Blue Dolphins kicked off their long course season in Terre Haute at the 2026 Summer Steam Meet with a strong performance. The SBD earned a second-place team finish and crowned four high-point swimmers: Tinley Eads in the 10 and under division, Addy Hendry in the 13–14 division, Nathan Rafferty in the Boys 15 and over division, and Cadence Schmohe in the Girls 15 and over division. The Blue Dolphins now turn their focus to the Capitol City Classic in Springfield as they continue their summer season.

State qualifiers for Redskins’ track

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•May 27, 2026•

by E. Scott England

It’s been a season of rebuilding for the Sullivan Redskins track team. Dominated by underclassmen, the team has seen its ups and down. But several highlights from the season have head coach John Bertetto only looking positive. “Our boys had another strong season with a young roster. Thirty-seven athletes are slated to return next season. The future is looking bright for our track program,” remarked Bertetto.

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21-year record breaker

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On Thursday, May 14th, Khiry Campbell took down the 5th-grade Sullivan Elementary School’s Annual Track Meet record for the 400m held by Tanner Typer from 2005.

Lady Redskins narrowly miss winning Sectional; Several qualify for State

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•May 20, 2026•

by E. Scott England

The IHSA Class 1A girl’s track sectional was held last Wednesday (May 13). Sullivan had the lead going into the final event where they were edged out by Shelbyville, 122 points to 118.5 points. But along the way, Sullivan picked up ten qualifiers for the Class 1A State Finals to be held in Charleston this week.

One of those state qualifiers, Addie Patterson, also reset her own record in the 100m hurdles. Her time was 15.36. Patterson also qualified for state in the 300m hurdles as well. Emma Drake also qualified for state in the 100m hurdles.

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Lady Redskins nab second at LPC Meet

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•May 13, 2026•

by E. Scott England

The Lincoln Prairie Conference track meet was scheduled for last Friday and nothing was going to stop that from happening. It was billed as a rain or shine event. And the sun never made an appearance. But the rain, the wind, and the cold made sure their presence was known throughout the entire meet.

Still though, as all the LPC teams gathered in Cerro Gordo, the Sullivan Lady Redskins track team had their eyes set on success. Success, they found. When the last runner crossed the line and the last field event was measured, the Lady Reds wound up in second place with 134 points behind an ever strong ALAH team with 142 points.

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Senior Night

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Okaw Valley Softball senior night was held on April 30th. Girls honored were Lena Hildebrandt (German Foreign Exchange Student), Gracie Plummer, Ava Harshman and Riley Gentzyel.

Lady Redskins track picks up big win in Tuscola

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•April 29, 2026•

by E. Scott England

It was the 40th annual Tuscola Open for track last Friday. Over 15 teams showed up for a meet known for its fierce competition. When the dust settled, the Lady Redskins walked away with a first place win, edging out Effingham St. Anthony by just a half of a point.

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Saul commits to Quincy University

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On April 8th, Sullivan High School student Caden Saul signed his letter of intent to attend Quincy University and pursue his baseball career, which he selected after visiting the campus and community. He is most looking forward to immersing himself in the college experience and all that entails. Caden plans to study Marketing, and his advice to his peers and those who come after was simple, “Enjoy and make the most out of it, and the rest will follow.” Pictured L-R: father Brian Saul, Caden Saul, and mother, Amber Saul.