•January 19, 2022•
The Millikin women’s basketball team turned in an outstanding defensive effort defeating Carthage College 62-42 on January 15 at the Griswold Center. The victory improved Millikin to 13-3 overall and 7-0 and in first place in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW).
The Big Blue held Carthage to one free throw in the first quarter jumping out to a 21-1 advantage. It was almost three minutes into the second quarter before the Firebirds scored its first field goal. Millikin lead 37-11 at halftime. Carthage was held to 4-22 from the field in the first half. For the game Millikin forced Carthage into 25 turnovers with the Big Blue recording 13 steals and five blocked shots. Read More
Sports Briefs
•January 19, 2022•
Lady Redskins Prevail
The Sullivan Lady Redskins defeated North Clay in a C.I.C. vs N.T.C. Conference Clash Game Saturday night and came out on the winning side. After a slow start and a 22-18 halftime deficit, Sullivan came out strong in the second half to pull out the 50-42 victory with a great team effort.
Alaina Moore led all scorers with 16 on the night and also led the Lady Redskins with eight boards. Izzy Hay had eight points to go with her three steals, Emily Miller also scored eight and Shae Ellis and Kiley Dyer each chipped in six. Rounding out the scoring in the victory were Chloe Smith, Skyla Palmer and Bella Harden with two each. Read More
OV defeat the Pirates
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OV defeat the Pirates
The Timberwolves defeated Cumberland Monday in the 49th Annual Vandalia Holiday Tournament 36-31. The tournament continues through Thursday. Pictured is guard Tyson Montgomery driving to the hoop.
Athlete of the Month for November
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Athlete of the Month for November
Alexis Swaim was recently named Sullivan High School’s Athlete of the Month for November. She was nominated by her cheer coach, Mrs. Earl. Per Mrs. Earl “Alexis leads by example. She is always willing to do what needs to be done, and teach those who are struggling. Alexis is willing to try new things and actively looks for ways to improve herself and her squad. She handles conflict with grace, and carries herself with poise and dignity.” Alexis received a certificate and $20 in Sullivan “Chamber Bucks” that can be used at local businesses.
Sullivan Boys Basketball
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Sullivan Boys Basketball
Sullivan Varsity Boys Basketball lost to Okaw Valley last Tuesday. The final score was OV 50 and Sullivan 24. Last Friday, Sullivan lost to Neoga in an away game. The final score was Neoga 41, Sullivan 38. On Saturday, Sullivan had a victory over Heritage 53-32.
Sullivan plays Windsor Stewardson Strasburg
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Sullivan plays Windsor Stewardson
Strasburg
Sullivan lost to Windsor Stewardson Strasburg last Tuesday night at home. That night was also Military Appreciation Night.
Sullivan Blue Dolphins Participate in Home Meet
•December 8, 2021•
Sullivan Blue Dolphins participated in a home meet on November 13. The high point winners were as follows: In the open division for the girls: 1st Madalyn Booker, 2nd MacKenzie Erixon, 3rd Lilly Graham. In the open division for the boys: 1st Ethan Schmohe, 2nd Matthew Wesselman & Isaac Chambers, 3rd Miles Kersten. In the 13-14 year olds for the girls: 1st Emily Crosier, 2nd Zoe Conlin, 3rd Libby Henry. In the 13-14 year olds for the boys: 1st Johnathan Iacobazzi, 2nd Liam Donovan, 3rd Carson Swinford. In the 11-12 year olds for the girls: 1st Alivia Melvin, 2nd Cadence Schmohe, 3rd Ellie Lehman. In the 11-12 year olds for the boys: 1st Grant Martin, 2nd Henry Wooler, 3rd Jaden Miller. In the 9-10 year olds for the girls: 1st Claire Standerfer, 2nd Emma McCain, 3rd Kiley Grooms. In the 9-10 year olds for the boys: 1st Eli Crosier, 2nd Tyson Schmohe, 3rd Rowdy Fayhee. In the 8 year old and younger for the girls: 1st Scarlett Perrott & Hope Connor, 2nd Michaela Blickensderfer, 3rd Avery Hess. In the 8 year old and younger for the boys: 1st Tyler Blickensderfer, 2nd Mack Pogue,3rd Braxton Gilbert.
Class 3A Regional Champions
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Class 3A Regional Champions
On Thursday, December 2 the Sullivan 8th Grade Girls’ Basketball team won the Class 3A Regional Championship. They will advance to sectionals on Wednesday, today, in Robinson, against Marshall at 6:30 pm. If they win they will advance to state. Front Row (left to right): Kate Bushue, Aeralyn Thrasher, Devon Richardson, Riane Bear, Kaylee Smith. Back Row (left to right): Coach Micah Heddins, Mary Crist, Mae Dawkins, Eiley Poe, Nevaeh Wilson, Mikayla Mathias, Coach Erin Wade.
Lady Timberwolves Split games at Thanksgiving Tourney
•December 1, 2021•
The Okaw Valley girls fell to Williamsville last Friday during the Pana Thanksgiving Tournament 42-29 before bouncing back Saturday. Saturday afternoon they scored a close victory over Central A&M 44-40.
Against Williamsville, Mia Harris scored seven of her team leading ten in the fourth quarter. Bailey Bennett and Rissa Montgomery each added seven, Madison Whitney drained a three and Megan Roley rounded out the scoring with two.
In the win Saturday against Central A&M, three scored in triple digits. Bennett led the team with 14, Harris had 12 and Montgomery 11. Roley contributed five points in the win including one of the teams four three pointers and Reagan Reedy had a basket in the fourth quarter.
The girls are now 3-5 on the season and hosted St. Anthony Monday night.
Timberwolves Fall to Central A&M
•November 24, 2021•
The Okaw Valley girls basketball team traveled to the Pana Turkey Tournament last Friday to take on Central A&M. The Timberwolves were unable to overcome a low scoring first half and fell 45-41. Junior Bailey Bennett led the team wi 17 points, Senior Mia Harris knocked down a couple three pointers on her way to ten points and Lexi Bartimus, a Junior, chipped in seven. Rounding out the scoring were Sophomore Rissa Montgomery with six and Junior Reagan Reedy with a made free throw..