Sports

Plans change, Panthers adjust

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 9:05am

WRESTLING

     The weather threw a change of schedule into the Monticello High School wrestling team’s routine last week, but the Panthers took advantage anyway.

     Monticello was scheduled to compete in the Nashua-Plainfield tournament Saturday, Dec. 10. When winter weather made such a long trip more difficult, it was decided that the Panthers would instead go to the Zimmerman Invitational in Maquoketa.

Panthers split RVC games

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 9:03am

BOYS BASKETBALL

     Monticello battled a strong Camanche team for most of a Dec. 6 home game, and then went on the road Dec. 9 to defeat North Cedar in River Valley Conference boys basketball action last week.

     The Panthers (2-2, 2-2) lost to Camanche 68-54 before beating North Cedar 48-43.

Eighth-graders wrap up perfect season

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 9:02am

GIRLS BASKETBALL RECAP

Eighth grade

     It was a perfect, 12-0 season for the Monticello eighth-grade girls basketball A team, which wrapped up the campaign with three more wins.

     “The girls had a great season, and only lost one middle school game in two years,” coach Bret McDonald said. “They are an easy bunch to coach, and I have really enjoyed watching them grow as basketball players.”

JV gets on winning track

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 9:01am

BOYS BASKETBALL

     Week two of the 2016-17 season saw the Monticello junior varsity boys basketball team get on the winning track with wins over the Camanche Indians and North Cedar Knights.

     The Camanche game on Tuesday, Dec. 6 in Monticello was an outstanding junior varsity game. Both teams traded leads in a well-played, hard-fought contest. Monticello led by three points at halftime. The Panthers extended their lead to six points at the end of the third quarter 38-32.

COLUMN: More games, fewer comments

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 8:59am

HOME STRETCH COLUMN

     Forty-one football bowl games.

     There are 41 of these turkeys now. This poses a problem for your usually crisp, concise sports editor when it comes to predicting the outcomes.

     In past years I have felt the need to comment on every single game. And even though my remarks get funnier every year, I don’t wish to occupy the entire sports section with them.

     So I’ll still list every game, along with my winner – Mark will do the same over in his column – but I will only comment when the mood strikes.

COLUMN: 'Tis the season: bowl season!

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 8:57am

OFF THE MARK COLUMN

     It is that time of the year where Pete and I go head-to-head with our bowl picks, and a dollar bet on the line. Since there are so many now I will scoot thru my picks with little or no commentary. You’re welcome!

     Air Force Bowl: NC Central, whom I have never heard of. New Mexico Bowl: What the heck, New Mexico. It’s right in their back yard. Las Vegas Bowl: Houston. Camellia Bowl: Toledo. AutoNation Cure Bowl: UCF. New Orleans Bowl: Southern Miss.

COLUMN: A gift for future generations

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 8:55am

THE NATURE OF THINGS COLUMN

     The season of giving is upon us! If you are looking for a different kind of gift to give, consider giving a gift to future generations by supporting the “Central Park Lake Restoration Project.”

     Central Park Lake is in the midst of a major renovation. Built in 1965, Central Park Lake has been the recreational focus for Jones County residents and visitors for over 50 years. With planned renovations and improvements, Central Park Lake will be a centerpiece of recreation for generations to come.

Wildcats top North Linn, three others

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 8:54am

MAQUOKETA VALLEY RECAP

Wrestling

     The Wildcats traveled to North-Linn to take on four opponents, and won all four matches. MV defeated Central Elkader 69-4, Central City 72-6, North Linn 34-33, and Postville 48-30.

     Eric Heims scored a big pin and Norman Wilson won a 4-3 decision in the Central Elkader match. Against Central City, Carter Stahlberg and Heims both won by fall.

Records fall during outstanding Eagle football season

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 8:53am

MIDLAND RECAP

Football

     Midland’s outstanding football season, which included a 9-3 record and the school’s first-ever game in the UNI-Dome, also included a lengthy list of school and individual records broken.

     Here is the list, provided by Michelle Hansen of Midland High School:

TEAM

     Most total offense in a season – 4,733.

     Most yards passing in a season – 2,684.

     Most points scored in a game – 82.

     Best average scoring in district play – 61 points per game.

SPORTS BRIEFS

Published by admin on Wed, 12/14/2016 - 8:51am

Softball tourneys

are set at EISF

     The Eastern Iowa Sports Facility (EISF) will hold five Spring Indoor Softball Classic tournaments on Saturdays beginning in February 2017.

     The tournaments are for teams in the 10-and-under, 12-and-under, 14-and-under and high school age groups. Teams can sign up for Classes A, B or C. The tournaments will be held Feb. 18 and 25, and March 4, 11 and 25.

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