Local High School Sports Recaps For Saturday, October 26
October 27, 2024 at 3:50 p.m.
Boys Cross Country
Warsaw at New Haven Regional
Wearing bright pink singlets to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Tigers made a statement at the New Haven Regional, securing second place and missing the title to a strong Homestead team. “The Tiger boys tied the school record with five consecutive state meet qualifications," Coach Campbell remarked on the achievement. "This streak is truly special because the last time we saw something like this was during the 2-Mile Era, between 1957 and 1961."
Junior Jackson Gackenheimer made Tiger history by winning the Super Regional individual title, becoming only the third Tiger to achieve this feat. “What a huge win for Jackson," Coach Campbell shared. "Couldn’t have happened to a better kid. I’ve never coached an athlete with his level of ability. He’s a gamer, a smart racer, and he’s gotten pretty darn good at listening to his body. He keeps progressing and learning, and we’re excited for him next week at Terre Haute. Indiana has a lot of talented runners, and Jackson’s right up there. He’s going to represent Warsaw well.”
Rounding out the remaining Top 7 were Senior Tyler Mimnaugh in 18th place (16:20.6), Senior Alex Schrock in 22nd (16:27.6), Senior Noah McPhail in 43rd (16:57.6), Senior Clark Meridew in 49th (17:13.2), Senior Mattias Niebbia in 71st (17:33.7), and Junior Sam Allebach in 88th (17:47.7).
The Tigers conclude their season at the IHSAA State Meet next weekend, aiming for a strong finish and competing for a spot in the Top 10.
Girls Cross County
Warsaw at New Haven Regional
At the IHSAA Regional finals at Huntington University on October 26th, the Lady Tigers secured a 4th-place finish out of 25 teams, earning a spot at next weekend’s State Meet at the Lavern Gibson course in Terre Haute. This marks the Lady Tigers’ 5th consecutive State Finals appearance and their 6th in the last 7 years. Junior Sammi Rastrelli led the team, setting a new personal record with a time of 18:49.6, finishing 9th overall and landing a spot on the top 20 podium. Senior Ella Laput followed with a strong 27th-place finish at 19:27.1. Junior Eden Metz was next for the Tigers, finishing 40th at 20:06.4, followed by senior Bryce Eherenman in 75th at 21:06.1 and junior Hannah Fisher close behind at 21:09.8 for 78th.
Seniors Annie Parker (21:36.3) and sophomore Stephanie Malagon-Juarez (21:39.0) rounded out the team effort, helping secure the Tigers' trip to the State Finals. “It was a great team effort today,” said Coach Fleming. “The girls were determined to make it to state and truly pushed each other. All credit goes to their hard work and commitment; I couldn’t be prouder.” The Lady Tigers will race again on November 2nd at Lavern Gibson in Terre Haute.
Wawasee at New Prairie Regional
Wawasee standout Mia Hodgson will keep on running this season, advancing to state out of the New Prairie Regional.
Hodgson finished eighth, 51 seconds faster than her regional performance last season. It’s the second straight year she will represent the Lady Warriors in the state meet.
Football
Wawasee at Plymouth
Wawasee’s season came to an end Friday night, as the Warriors fell in the first round of 4A Sectional 18. Wawasee dropped the contest 38-13 to Plymouth and ended the season with a 1-9 record.
No statistics were available for the team. The Warriors will return next season.
Churubusco at Manchester
Manchester’s season ended in the first round of 2A Sectional 35 Friday night, as the team fell 42-23 to Churubusco. The Squires finish the year with a 5-5 record.
Manchester went into halftime with a 23-20 lead. Reiss Gaerte led the team with 76 yards and a touchdown. Mason Rooney added 53 yards. Dallas Martin and Dallas Greer each scored as well.
The Squires will return next season.
Eastside at Whitko
Whitko finished the season without a win Friday night, as the team dropped its playoff opener 35-7 to Eastside in the first round of 2A Sectional 35. The Wildcats end the year with an 0-10 record.
The lone touchdown for the home team was scored by Riley Harman, who finished the night with two catches for 58 yards and the score. Trevor Freel added 23 yards on the ground.
Whitko will return next season.
Southwood at Triton
Triton advanced to the semifinals of 1A Sectional 43 Friday night, defeating Southwood 49-7 at home. The Trojans are now 7-3 this season.
No statistics were available for the game. Triton will be at home Friday night against Southern Wells.
Boys Cross Country
Warsaw at New Haven Regional
Wearing bright pink singlets to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Tigers made a statement at the New Haven Regional, securing second place and missing the title to a strong Homestead team. “The Tiger boys tied the school record with five consecutive state meet qualifications," Coach Campbell remarked on the achievement. "This streak is truly special because the last time we saw something like this was during the 2-Mile Era, between 1957 and 1961."
Junior Jackson Gackenheimer made Tiger history by winning the Super Regional individual title, becoming only the third Tiger to achieve this feat. “What a huge win for Jackson," Coach Campbell shared. "Couldn’t have happened to a better kid. I’ve never coached an athlete with his level of ability. He’s a gamer, a smart racer, and he’s gotten pretty darn good at listening to his body. He keeps progressing and learning, and we’re excited for him next week at Terre Haute. Indiana has a lot of talented runners, and Jackson’s right up there. He’s going to represent Warsaw well.”
Rounding out the remaining Top 7 were Senior Tyler Mimnaugh in 18th place (16:20.6), Senior Alex Schrock in 22nd (16:27.6), Senior Noah McPhail in 43rd (16:57.6), Senior Clark Meridew in 49th (17:13.2), Senior Mattias Niebbia in 71st (17:33.7), and Junior Sam Allebach in 88th (17:47.7).
The Tigers conclude their season at the IHSAA State Meet next weekend, aiming for a strong finish and competing for a spot in the Top 10.
Girls Cross County
Warsaw at New Haven Regional
At the IHSAA Regional finals at Huntington University on October 26th, the Lady Tigers secured a 4th-place finish out of 25 teams, earning a spot at next weekend’s State Meet at the Lavern Gibson course in Terre Haute. This marks the Lady Tigers’ 5th consecutive State Finals appearance and their 6th in the last 7 years. Junior Sammi Rastrelli led the team, setting a new personal record with a time of 18:49.6, finishing 9th overall and landing a spot on the top 20 podium. Senior Ella Laput followed with a strong 27th-place finish at 19:27.1. Junior Eden Metz was next for the Tigers, finishing 40th at 20:06.4, followed by senior Bryce Eherenman in 75th at 21:06.1 and junior Hannah Fisher close behind at 21:09.8 for 78th.
Seniors Annie Parker (21:36.3) and sophomore Stephanie Malagon-Juarez (21:39.0) rounded out the team effort, helping secure the Tigers' trip to the State Finals. “It was a great team effort today,” said Coach Fleming. “The girls were determined to make it to state and truly pushed each other. All credit goes to their hard work and commitment; I couldn’t be prouder.” The Lady Tigers will race again on November 2nd at Lavern Gibson in Terre Haute.
Wawasee at New Prairie Regional
Wawasee standout Mia Hodgson will keep on running this season, advancing to state out of the New Prairie Regional.
Hodgson finished eighth, 51 seconds faster than her regional performance last season. It’s the second straight year she will represent the Lady Warriors in the state meet.
Football
Wawasee at Plymouth
Wawasee’s season came to an end Friday night, as the Warriors fell in the first round of 4A Sectional 18. Wawasee dropped the contest 38-13 to Plymouth and ended the season with a 1-9 record.
No statistics were available for the team. The Warriors will return next season.
Churubusco at Manchester
Manchester’s season ended in the first round of 2A Sectional 35 Friday night, as the team fell 42-23 to Churubusco. The Squires finish the year with a 5-5 record.
Manchester went into halftime with a 23-20 lead. Reiss Gaerte led the team with 76 yards and a touchdown. Mason Rooney added 53 yards. Dallas Martin and Dallas Greer each scored as well.
The Squires will return next season.
Eastside at Whitko
Whitko finished the season without a win Friday night, as the team dropped its playoff opener 35-7 to Eastside in the first round of 2A Sectional 35. The Wildcats end the year with an 0-10 record.
The lone touchdown for the home team was scored by Riley Harman, who finished the night with two catches for 58 yards and the score. Trevor Freel added 23 yards on the ground.
Whitko will return next season.
Southwood at Triton
Triton advanced to the semifinals of 1A Sectional 43 Friday night, defeating Southwood 49-7 at home. The Trojans are now 7-3 this season.
No statistics were available for the game. Triton will be at home Friday night against Southern Wells.