Iacobazzi state runner up after photo finish
•June 3, 2026•
by E. Scott England
Johnny Iacobazzi has had an amazing running career at Sullivan High School. The speedy senior has found his way to the podium in both solo events and relays at the state track meet. School records have been toppled. But this year he was chasing the 1600m state title.
Read MoreSBD Summer Steam strong finish
•June 3, 2026•
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.
Several area softball athletes receive all-conference nods
•June 3, 2026•
by E. Scott England
Softball has come to a close for the surrounding area teams. With that, the Lincoln Prairie Conference has released its 2026 Softball All-Conference teams. And several athletes from Sullivan, Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond, and Okaw Valley found their way onto the list.
Read MoreSeveral Lady Redskins compete at state track meet
•May 27, 2026•
by E. Scott England
The best of the best were on display in Charleston for the IHSA Class 1A girls’ state track prelims and finals held last week. Several athletes competed in both individual and relay competitions.
Read MoreState qualifiers for Redskins’ track
•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.
Read More21-year record breaker
Lady Redskins narrowly miss winning Sectional; Several qualify for State
•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.
Read MoreLady Redskins nab second at LPC Meet
•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.
Read MoreSenior Night
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
•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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