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A Lot of Good Learned Along the Way

News Progress Posted on October 28, 2015 by webmasterOctober 28, 2015

•October 28, 2015•

The Redskins played Georgetown at Tuscola for the first regional match-up on October 27.

An exceptional effort in game two of the match pushed Sullivan to a 25-17 win. Georgetown won the other two 25-21 and 25-10.

“The Redskins played a hard match against Georgetown tonight. What was most exciting to see was the girls’ communication and celebration of small wins tonight,” coach Krista Smith said of the overall effort. Read More

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Arcola ALAH Golfer Places at State

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

Arcola/Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond golfer Clayton Miller placed 20th in state competition Oct. 16-17 during the IHSA  championships.  Read More

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Meridian Over Okaw Valley Volleyball

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

Okaw Valley volleyball played Meridian October 12 losing 16-25 and 29-31 in a marathon game. The Okaw Valley team record is 9-13-0.

Kristy Burford had three kills, three aces, five digs and one block shot; Kailyn Boyer provided two kills, one ace and three digs; Madison Fox had two kills, one ace, two pass returns, one dig, and one block shot. Read More

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Okaw Valley Loses to Argenta Oreana

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

Okaw Valley volleyball lost to Argenta Oreana  Tuesday, Oct. 13. Argenta won over Okaw Valley 25-18 and 25-9 giving the Timberwolves a 9-11-0 season record.

Kristy Burford had two kills, two aces, one pass return and seven digs; Kailyn Boyer had one kill; Madison Fox provided three kills, a pass return and one block shot. Read More

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Knights Volleyball Gets Close to Broncos

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

Photo by Darian Hays Erin Wildman of the ALAH Knights volleyball team readys for her serve against Cerro Gordo on Oct. 15 in Arthur.

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Erin Wildman of the ALAH Knights volleyball team readys for her serve against Cerro Gordo on Oct. 15 in Arthur.

•October 21, 2015•

The Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond Knights volleyball team hosted Cerro Gordo Thursday, Oct 15 with the Bronco team winning two close games, 25-23 and 25-23. Knights varsity record is 11-12 and 2-3 in conference play.

Maykala Brown had one assist; Chelsey Chupp one assist; Hannah Leal one dig and Kalli Martin one assist.

Abby Foreman had one ace, six kills and two digs; Erin Wildman had one kill, two digs and five assists; Madison Brown had one ace, six digs and ten assists.

Janette Comstock had two aces, seven kills and six digs; Taylor Powell had one ace, five kills and four digs, Marissa Herschberger provided eight digs.

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Knights Stronger Offense Not Enough to Get Bombers

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

Photo by Darian Hays ALAH Knight Ricky Davis hammers Argenta Oreana Bomber Braxton Norman during play at the Lovington Homecoming game in Arthur October 16.

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ALAH Knight Ricky Davis hammers Argenta Oreana Bomber Braxton Norman during play at the Lovington Homecoming game in Arthur October 16.

•October 21, 2015•

By Mike Brothers

Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond Knights put together a strong offensive effort, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Argenta Oreana Bombers’ running game Friday, October 16. The final score was 44-18 Bombers.

“I think the team has improved in their understanding of the offense, and, therefore, in the execution the last few weeks.” Knights’ coach Dale Schuring said of his improving team.

The Knights were down 22-6 during the Lovington homecoming game at Arthur in the first half.

Will Cohan started off the drive with a quarterback keeper to the 40 yard line.

Cohan then handed the ball to Marcus Vanausdoll for a six yard gain.

A pass to Teddy Poe was good for another eight yards, and the Knight offense started hitting. Read More

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Girl’s Swimming Season Kicks Off at Olympia

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

Girl’s Sullivan Swimming kicked off their season last week at Olympia High School.

Competing at the meet were Lily Bales, Michaela Donnel, Natalie Drury, McKenna Kull, Cadisen Nuzzo, Allison Oligschlaeger, Brynna Sentel and Anna Wooters. The girls brought home four of the six trophies from the meet. Individual winners were Brynna Sentel (JR) and McKenna Kull (FR) tied for 2nd place, Anna Wooters (FR) 3rd place, Natalie Drury (FR) 5th place and Allison Oligschlaeger (FR) 6th place. Read More

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Bement Wins Over ALAH Knights Volleyball Team

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

The Arthur-Lovington/Atwood-Hammond Knights volleyball team faced Bement Tuesday, October 13 losing 23-25 and 21-25.

The Knights’ varsity record is 11-11 and 2-2 in conference play.

Makayla Brown supplied one kill; Chelsey Chupp one kill; Hannah Leal had two digs; Kim Davis supplied five digs. Read More

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Central Wins Over Sullivan in Volleyball

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

Central A&M hosted Sullivan’s volleyball team October 15 with Central winning 25-19 and 25-17.

“Tonight the Redskins played well defensively; they picked up some heavy hits from Central A&M” coach Krista Smith said.

“Namely Lizzie Green, Alyssa Marshall and Seleste Smith did a great job in the back row, Ally Elzy shined in front with five solid kills and well-placed tips. Read More

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Okaw Valley Falls to Bement

News Progress Posted on October 21, 2015 by webmasterOctober 21, 2015

•October 21, 2015•

Okaw Valley traveled to Bement Thursday, October 15 with the Bement volleyball team winning 25-17 and 25-13. Okaw Valley’s record is 9-12-0.

Kristy Burford had two aces, one pass return and four digs; Kailyn Boyer provided two digs; Madison Fox had two kills, one pass return and two digs. Read More

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BASO Car Show a success



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The Bethany Advocates and Support Organization hosted its annual car show on August 22 at Crowder Park. The perfect afternoon weather bought out 52 entries and many enthusiastic onlookers. Greg Fitzgerald’s 1966 Pontiac GTO took home Best off Show honors.


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