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MonNov12

Lakota West grad continues cross country success

Posted by akiefaber November 12th, 2012, 3:57 pm Post a Comment

College of Mount St. Joseph freshman Amanda Shelby earned an individual at-large spot in the 2012 NCAA Division III Cross Country National Championships when she placed 15th overall at the regional meet at Anderson University Saturday.

College of Mount St. Joseph freshman Amanda Shelby was presented the HCAC Freshman of the Year at the conference meet Nov. 3, 2012. Photo provided.

Shelby’s finished the race in 22 minutes and eight seconds, which broke the previous school record of 24:29 held by Jessica Biedenbender.

The previous Saturday, Nov. 3, Shelby finished second overall at the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference championships in Bluffton, Ohio, on a very wet and muddy course.

Her second-place finish broke another school record and was the best finish in school history at the conference meet. Shelby was also named HCAC Freshman of the Year.

The 2012 NCAA Division III Cross Country National Championships will be held this Saturday, Nov. 17, at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Ind.

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TueSep4

Lakota West grad wins first-ever collegiate race

Posted by akiefaber September 4th, 2012, 1:39 pm Post a Comment

Amanda Shelby. Provided.

In her first-ever collegiate race, College of Mount St. Joseph freshman Amanda Shelby finished first in the individual competition at the 5K College of Mount St. Joseph Invitational at Heritage Park in Cincinnati Saturday.

Shelby, who graduated in 2012 from Lakota West High School, posted a time of 19:48.13, which was the second-fastest time in MSJ women’s cross country history on a 5K course.

Shelby’s teammate senior Cyreesa Raber (Lakota East grad) finished ninth in the overall competition.

As a team, MSJ finished third at the 5K race behind first-place Xavier and Transylvania.

Shelby, who selected MSJ over NKU, Wright State and Wilmington was twice named to the all-academic team by the Ohio Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches. She also earned the GMC’s all-academic award three times and was named the Butler County runner of the year twice.

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ThuMay31

Lakota athletes named to all-GMC track teams

Posted by akiefaber May 31st, 2012, 2:09 pm Post a Comment

Lakota West senior Jerome Hamilton finished sixth at the regional track meet at Dayton's Welcome Stadium on May, 23, 2012. A four-place or better finish would have qualified Hamilton for the state meet. Photo taken by Tony Tribble.

The Greater Miami Conference recently honored many Lakota student athletes for their success in track and field. Multiple athletes were honored more than once and several relay teams were also honored.

Several of the student athletes will also compete at the state meet Friday and Saturday to be held at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium at Ohio State University in Columbus.

On the boys’ side, Lakota West’s senior Nathan Haynes (800-meter run) and junior Will Wilson (high jump) will be competing at state. In those same events, Haynes was also selected to the all-GMC first team, while Wilson was an honorable mention. Both athletes also earned honorable mention honors with senior Will Clevidence and senior Reid Beck as part of the 3200-meter relay team.

Clevidence was also selected to the all-GMC third team in the 800-meter run. Other boy track athletes who were honored by the GMC include Lakota West junior Nick McGill (300-meter hurdles, honorable mention), Lakota West senior Jerome Hamilton (long jump, honorable mention) and Lakota East junior Jordan Combs (pole vault, all-GMC second team).

On the girls’ side, senior Lauren Buck (shot put, discus), sophomore Autumn Heath (100-meter, 200-meter dash) and junior Celeste Bronson (300-meter hurdles) will be competing at this week’s state meet. Both Buck and Heath were selected to the all-GMC first team in those same events. Bronson, on the other hand, was part of the 400-meter team with Heath, junior Kendra Thomas and sophomore Kellsa Mbah that was selected all-GMC second team.

Heath, Thomas, Mbah and senior Ariana Cooper were also part of the 800-meter relay team that was selected to the all-GMC first team. Mbah was also selected all-GMC second team for the long jump and honorable mention for the 200-meter dash. Thomas was given honorable mention recognition for the pole vault.

Meanwhile, the only athlete from the Lakota girls’ team to be honored was senior Amanda Shelby, who was honorable mention in the 3200-meter run.

In addition to the teams, Buck was named GMC co-athlete of the year and Lakota East’s John Lindeman was named GMC coach of the year.

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MonMay21

Lakota East track team wins district title

Posted by akiefaber May 21st, 2012, 11:56 am Post a Comment

The Lakota East girls’ track team captured the Division I Southwest District track title at Winton Woods High School Friday. The Thunderhawks finished with 121 points, edging McAuley, which had 112 points.

The Lakota East girls' track team won a district title May 18, 2012. Photo provided.

“We knew it was going to be close, but that was huge for us at that point,” Lakota East coach John Lindeman told EastThunderhawks.com. “Winning this thing is huge for us – especially beating McAuley, because they’re one of the class teams in the city. Beating them shows we’re solidifying ourselves and giving us the confidence to go on to regionals next week.”

At districts, the Lakota East girls’ team won the 4×200-meter relay, the 4×100-meter relay, the 100-meter and 300-meter hurdles, as well as the 100-meter and 200-meter dashes.

The boys’ team finished in 10th place, but had qualified five athletes for this week’s regional meet at Dayton. Senior Tony O’Connor (1600-meter run, 4×800-meter relay), junior Matt Rice (3200-meter run), sophomore Ben Call (3200-meter run, 4X800-meter relay), junior Jordan Combs (pole vault) sophomore Devon Jackson (4×800-meter relay) and sophomore Jack Beggs (4×800-meter relay) all qualified for the regional meet from the Lakota East boys’ team.

The Lakota East girls’ team qualified six athletes for the regional, but also had a handful of district champions in senior Ariana Cooper (4×200-meter relay), junior Kendra Thomas (4×200-meter relay, 4×100-meter relay), junior Kellsa Mbah (4×200-meter relay, 4×100-meter relay), sophomore Autumn Heath (4×200-meter relay, 4×100-meter relay, 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash) and Celeste Bronson (4×100-meter relay, 100-meter hurdles, 300-meter hurdles).

Cooper (400-meter dash), Mbah (200-meter dash), Thomas (pole vault) and junior Kelly Burrows (3200-meter run) didn’t finish in first place but also qualified to compete in the regional meet in other events.

Seven Firebirds qualify for state meet

The Lakota West track team had seven members of its track team qualify for this week’s regional meet at Dayton. District champions included senior Will Clevidence (4×800-meter relay, 800-meter run), senior Nathan Haynes (4×800-meter relay), senior Reid Becker (4×800-meter relay), junior Will Wilson (4×800-meter relay) and senior Amanda Shelby (3200-meter run). Not finishing first, but qualifying in other events include Haynes (800-meter run), Wilson (high jump), senior Brady Holmer (1600-meter run) and senior Jerome Hamilton (long jump).

Regional meet

The regional meet is scheduled to take place at Welcome Stadium (University of Dayton) Wednesday at 4 p.m. and Friday at 4 p.m.

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WedMay16

Lakota West has 32 seniors signed to play in college

Posted by akiefaber May 16th, 2012, 2:40 pm Post a Comment
Dawson Fletcher signs with IU

Lakota West safety Dawson Fletcher officially signed to play football at Indiana University Feb. 1, 2012 on National Signing Day. Photo taken by Adam Kiefaber.

Unlike Lakota East, Lakota West High School hosts numerous signing ceremonies throughout the academic calendar. So far, there have been 32 seniors at Lakota West who have signed on to continue their athletic careers in college.

At Lakota East, there have been a total of 26 seniors recognized at two different signing day events in 2012.

Here is a list of all the Lakota West students who will be playing sports in college:

  • Ali Zieverink – Shawnee State (basketball)
  • Adrianna McNeal – Southwestern (basketball)
  • Rachel Mills – Alderson Broddus Illinois College ((basketball)
  • Summer Reeves – Morgan State University (basketball)
  • Shabazz Reeves – Morgan State University (basketball)
  • Jordan Darland – Olivet Nazarene (football)
  • Blake Bell – California (PA.) (football)
  • Dawson Fletcher – Indiana University (football)
  • Cole Stalker – University of Findlay (football)
  • Beau Odom – Georgetown College (football)
  • Kayaune Ross – Fort Scott Community College (football)
  • Bubba Williams – Lindsey Wilson (football)
  • Evan Hodel – Wheeling Jesuit (lacrosse)
  • Zach Crabtree – Wheeling Jesuit (lacrosse)
  • Ali Green – Ashland (golf)
  • Kim Love – Purdue University (soccer)
  • Kelly Mack – Wright State (soccer)
  • Lauren Pratt – Ohio Dominican (soccer)
  • Malik Zuberi – Shawnee State (baseball)
  • Zak Farmer – Walsh University (baseball)
  • Davis Schafer – Bellarmine University (baseball)
  • Mike Seaman – Trine University (baseball)
  • Nick Billman – Mount St. Joseph (baseball)
  • Jake Wagner – Miami-Hamilton (baseball)
  • Amanda Lahti -  Ohio Northern (softball)
  • Brooke Rowley – Lake Forest College (swimming)
  • Brady Holmer – NKU (cross country)
  • Amanda Shelby – Mount St. Joseph (cross country)
  • Nathan Haynes – Navy (cross country)
  • Mel Stewart – NKU (volleyball)
  • Corri Muha – Georgetown College (volleyball)
  • Nick Bloch – Lake Erie College (wrestling)

WestFirebirds.com, the school’s official athletic website, posts photos and details after signing ceremonies take place.

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FriApr13

Lakota East and Lakota West name athletes of the week

Posted by akiefaber April 13th, 2012, 10:16 am Post a Comment
Lakota East at Mason

Michael Conrad currently leads the GMC in strikeouts with 44. Photo taken by Tony Tribble.

The athletic departments at Lakota East and Lakota West high schools recently named their athletes of the week. Junior Lea Buckenmyer and senior Michael Conrad received the honor at Lakota East, while sophomores Grant Schuermann and Ashley Sharp were honored at Lakota West.

While Buckenmyer and Conrad were the first to be acknowledged this spring at Lakota East, Lakota West has also honored seniors Alex Vohland and Amanda Shelby as athletes of the week this April.

Lea Buckenmyer has been the Thunderhawks go-to pitcher this spring, pitching in 11 games and having a 9-2 record. She also has 48 strikeouts, three shutouts and a 1.28 earned run average in 71 total innings. At the plate, she has also been one of Lakota East’s top hitters – leading the team in runs, doubles, triples, runs batted in and on-base percentage. She also has a batting average of .479. Overall, her team is currently 12-2 overall and 7-1 in the Greater Miami Conference.

Like last season, Michael Conrad has been one of the most dominating pitchers in the region. In four starts, Conrad is 2-1 and has an earned run average of 1.75. He also has 44 strikeouts in 24 innings pitched. Conrad, who was honored as The Enquirer’s spring baseball athlete of the year last spring, has signed on to play baseball at the University of Cincinnati.

Grant Schuermann has excelled on the mound and at the plate for the Firebirds this season. According to the GMC website, he leads the team with a .405 batting average and is also 2-0 as a starting pitcher this spring. Schuermann received the honor, however, by pitching two complete games in wins against Princeton (12-1) April 2 and against Kings (5-0) April 7. In addition, he doubled in both contests.

Like Buckenmyer, Ashley Sharp has been go-to pitcher this spring, pitching in 13 games and having a record of 10-2. She also has 68 strikeouts, four shutouts and a 1.32 earned run average in 79.1 innings. At the plate, she is second on the team in hits, doubles and in batting average (.350). She leads the team in runs batted in. She has been a big reason why, Lakota West is currently 11-3 overall and 8-0 in the GMC.

On March 29, Alex Vohland led Lakota West with 17 kills in a win against Centerville. Since then, Lakota West has continued to play well on the court and has an overall record of 9-0 and a 3-0 mark within the GMC. Vohland has been key reason for the strong start, leading the GMC with 130 kills.

Meanwhile, Amanda Shelby took first place in both the 1600-meter and 3200-meter runs at the Fairfield Invitational. This past Wednesday, Shelby finished second in both the 1600-meter and 3200-meter runs at the Ralph Bergdoll Invitational in Miamisburg.

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ThuFeb2

Lakota West honors six additional future college athletes

Posted by akiefaber February 2nd, 2012, 5:37 pm Post a Comment

After faxing seven national letters of intent for Lakota West football players, the high school honored six other future college athletes during a special afterschool signing ceremony Thursday.

During the ceremony, families, friends, classmates and coaches gathered to congratulate Ali Green (golf – Ashland University), Kim Love (soccer – Purdue University), Kelly Mack (soccer – Wright State University), Lauren Pratt (soccer – Ohio Dominican University), Brady Holmer (cross country – Northern Kentucky) and Amanda Shelby (cross country – Mount St. Joseph).

Ali Green signs with Ashland Green, who selected Ashland over Western Illinois, Ball State and Marshall, was named first team all-state this fall after finishing fourth at the Division I girls’ golf state tournament in Columbus. She was also selected to the Division I all-city first team by The Cincinnati Enquirer and first team all-GMC. Green says: “They have a great golf program, the education program is excellent, and it’s not too far from home and they have the No. 1 ranked college cafeteria in the country. Ashland is a nationally ranked program that consistently finishes around the top of their conference.” In college, Green plans on studying special education.

Kim Love signs with Purdue Love, who selected Purdue over Dayton and Miami, was also selected Division I all-city first team by The Cincinnati Enquirer and first team all-GMC. She will join 2010 Lakota West graduate Alex Azeez at Purdue. Love says: “When I went to visit Purdue, I just knew that it was the school I wanted to be at. The campus was beautiful and the team made me feel welcome right away. The coaches really care about their players. They make sure that the player’s health is well monitored and they provide their players with every opportunity to succeed on and off the field.” In college, Love plans on studying biomedical or chemical engineering.

Kelly Mack signs with Wright State Mack, who selected Wright State over Cincinnati, Dayton and Xavier, was selected second team all-GMC and on the GMC all-academic team this past fall. Mack says: “I loved the coaches and it is a great college atmosphere. They all care about each other like family. They focus and are successful, but still enjoy the game.” In college, Mack plans on studying athletic training.

Lauren Pratt signs with Ohio Dominican Pratt, who selected Ohio Dominican over Dayton and Miami, was named girls’ soccer athlete of the year in the GMC this past fall. Pratt was also selected to the Division I all-city first team by The Cincinnati Enquirer and first team all-GMC. Pratt says: “ODU is a great academic fit for me. The campus is very small and it is easy to get around quickly. The coaching staff is wonderful and I like how the program has developed. When I went on my visit, the coaching staff and the players made me feel welcomed and a part of the team.” In college, Pratt plans on studying sports management or business.

Brady Holmer signs with NKU Holmer, who selected NKU over Ohio and Mt. Union, was named boys’ cross country athlete of the year in the GMC this past fall. He was also selected to the Division I all-city first team by The Cincinnati Enquirer and first team all-GMC. Holmer says: “The cross country program has promise and NKU is growing faster than any other college. I loved the coach and his philosophy.” In college, he plans on studying exercise physiology.

Amanda Shelby signs with Mount St. Joes. Shelby, who selected Mount St. Joes over NKU, Wright State and Wilmington was selected twice to the all-academic team in Ohio by the Ohio Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches. She has also been granted the GMC’s all-academic award three times and has been named the Butler County runner of the year twice. Shelby says: “The Mount has a great physical therapy program. I will be able to get an education in the career of my choice as well as continue running. Also, I am very impressed with their coach. I really look forward to running on her team at the collegiate level.” After college, Shelby wants to be a cross country coach.

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WedFeb1

Follow WestChesterBuzz for Lakota Signing Day coverage

Posted by akiefaber February 1st, 2012, 8:06 am Post a Comment

Both Lakota West and Lakota East high schools will host special signing ceremonies Wednesday on National Signing Day to honor student athletes that will be playing sports in college. WestChesterBuzz.com will post updates, stories and pictures throughout the day.

Zach Mueck At Lakota East Wednesday morning, 15 student athletes in sports that include volleyball, lacrosse, baseball, softball, tennis, basketball, swimming, cross country and track will be honored.

Among those who will be honored at Lakota East include Lauren Beitel (volleyball – Otterbein University), Emily Bostian (volleyball – Otterbein), Michaela Buczek (lacrosse – College of Mount St. Joseph), Michael Conrad (baseball – University of Cincinnati), Alex Corna (baseball – Ohio University), Ainsely Ellison (softball – Hillsdale College), Sofey Fugate (tennis – Heidelberg University), Alyssa Grevenkamp (basketball – University of Findlay), Jessika Hall (swimming – Michigan State University), Tori Meyer (lacrosse – Albright College), Mark Minch (basketball – Ohio Dominican University), Zach Mueck (tennis – Xavier University), Tony O’Connor (cross country/track – Northern Kentucky University), Hannah Sigala (volleyball – Morehead State University) and Whitney Wyckoff (basketball – Yale University).

Meanwhile, also Wednesday morning, Lakota West will host a signing event for football players. Currently, six seniors have verbally committed to college including Dawson Fletcher (Indiana University), defensive end Blake Bell (University of California, Penn.), linebacker Jordan Darland (Olivet Nazarene University), linebacker Cole Stalker (University of Findlay), offensive lineman Beau Odom (Georgetown College) and wide receiver Kayaune Ross (Fort Scott Community College).

Brady Holmer That group, along with running back Marcus Davis, wide receiver Bubba Williams, cornerback Peair Foster, safety Antonio Darden and offensive lineman Neil Recker can officially sign with their school of choice Wednesday.

Later in the day, the Greater Miami Conference will hold its annual football signing press conference at 1 p.m. at the Wingate Inn/Meridian Conference Center, 7500 Tylers Place Blvd., in West Chester. The event is open to the public.

Meanwhile, during Thursday’s afternoon ceremony at Lakota West, the following student athletes will be honored: Kim Love (soccer – Purdue University), Kelly Mack (soccer – Wright State University), Lauren Pratt (soccer – Ohio Dominican University), Brady Holmer (cross country – Northern Kentucky) and Amanda Shelby (cross country – Mount St. Joseph).

In November, basketball, baseball and volleyball players were able to sign national letters of intent. Back then, the following students from Lakota West signed: Summer Reeves (basketball – Morgan State University), Shabazz Reeves (basketball – Morgan State), Corri Muha (volleyball – Georgetown College) and Mel Stewart (volleyball – Northern Kentucky University).

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FriJan27

Lakota East and Lakota West to celebrate Signing Day

Posted by akiefaber January 27th, 2012, 7:37 am Post a Comment

National Signing Day, which will take place Wednesday, marks the first day high school football and soccer players can sign letters of intent. Many high schools across the country, like Lakota East and Lakota West, will host special signing ceremonies throughout the week.

Michael Conrad Lakota East will honor 15 student athletes during a special ceremony Wednesday morning in sports that include volleyball, lacrosse, baseball, softball, tennis, basketball, swimming, cross country and track.

Lakota West will host a signing event for football players Wednesday morning as well. Meanwhile, soccer and cross country athletes will be recognized at a ceremony Thursday afternoon.

Among those who will be honored at Lakota East include Lauren Beitel (volleyball – Otterbein University), Emily Bostian (volleyball – Otterbein), Michaela Buczek (lacrosse – College of Mount St. Joseph), Michael Conrad (baseball – University of Cincinnati), Alex Corna (baseball – Ohio University), Ainsely Ellison (softball – Hillsdale College), Sofey Fugate (tennis – Heidelberg University), Alyssa Grevenkamp (basketball – University of Findlay), Jessika Hall (swimming – Michigan State University), Tori Meyer (lacrosse – Albright College), Mark Minch (basketball – Ohio Dominican University), Zach Mueck (tennis – Xavier University), Tony O’Connor (cross country/track – Northern Kentucky University), Hannah Sigala (volleyball – Morehead State University) and Whitney Wyckoff (basketball – Yale University).

Meanwhile, during Thursday’s afternoon ceremony at Lakota West, the following student athletes will be honored: Kim Love (soccer – Purdue University), Kelly Mack (soccer – Wright State University), Lauren Pratt (soccer – Ohio Dominican University), Brady Holmer (cross country (Northern Kentucky) and Amanda Shelby (Mount St. Joseph).

Lakota West summer football In football, Lakota West could have up to 10 players sign Wednesday including linebacker Jordan Darland, defensive end Blake Bell, running back Marcus Davis, safety Dawson Fletcher, offensive lineman Beau Odom, wide receiver Bubba Williams, linebacker Cole Stalker, safety Antonio Darden, cornerback Peair Foster and offensive lineman Neil Recker.

Of that group, only Fletcher has announced where he will be playing football in college. The senior safety, who will be attending Indiana University, was second on the team in tackles with 70. The all-GMC first teamer also had 5.5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 1 interception that he returned 77 yards, 3 pass breakups and 1 forced fumble.

In November, basketball, baseball and volleyball players were able to sign national letters of intent. Back then, the following students from Lakota West signed: Summer Reeves (basketball – Morgan State University), Shabazz Reeves (basketball – Morgan State), Corri Muha (volleyball – Georgetown College) and Mel Stewart (Northern Kentucky University).

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ThuJan19

Lakota West senior Amanda Shelby picks Mount St. Joes

Posted by akiefaber January 19th, 2012, 11:51 am Post a Comment

Lakota West senior Amanda Shelby decided this week that she will continue her athletic career at the College of Mount St. Joseph.

Shelby, who is a three-time state qualifier in cross country, picked Mount St. Joes over the likes of Northern Kentucky University, Wilmington College and Wright State University.

“They have a wonderful head coach [Tina Blakley] that has a new running philosophy that I like,” Shelby said.

“They have awesome dorms and beautiful scenery surrounding the campus. They also have a top-rated physical therapy program.”

Besides being a state qualifier, Shelby has also earned All-Greater Miami Conference First Team honors three times in cross country. She has also been named to the All-GMC Third Team twice in track.

Shelby will compete in track for Lakota West in the spring.

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