High School Softball
Mt. Pleasant swept Keokuk last night, winning game one 9-4 and taking game two 11-1. The Panthers will welcome Fairfield to town tomorrow, June 18th, at 7 pm.
Mediapolis took down Holy Trinity Catholic last night, 8-4. Maycie Thornburg swatted a double for two RBIs for the Bullettes. The Crusaders will make the trip to West Burlington/Notre Dame tomorrow at 7 pm.
Mediapolis will host Central Lee tonight at 7 pm.
Danville fell to Central Lee last night, 6-3. Mckenna Fransk belted a double and a solo home run in the winning effort. The Bears will travel to Mediapolis tomorrow at 7 pm.
Van Buren County collected their third straight victory last night, defeating West Burlington/Notre Dame 9-8. The Warriors will stay at home to play New London tonight at 7 pm.
Columbus fell to Wapello last night, 10-2. Erica Gillette and Ellasyn Kuntz each clouted a double and finished with three RBIs for the Arrows. The Wildcats will take on WACO tomorrow at 7 pm at home.
WACO lost 13-1 to Highland last night. The Warriors will tangle with Wapello at home tonight at 7 pm.
Fairfield will make the trip to Pekin tonight at 7 pm.
Washington will take on Burlington at home tomorrow at 7 pm.
High School Baseball
Mt. Pleasant’s offense was shut down by Davis County’s Grant Hulsted last night in an 8-1 loss, as the Mustang logged four strikeouts in the complete game effort. Grayson Walker tabbed two singles and the lone RBI for the Panthers. Fairfield will make the trip to Mt. Pleasant tomorrow, June 18th, at 5:30 pm.
New London did just enough to beat Winfield-Mt. Union last night, 3-2. Owen Severson pitched 6.2 innings and struck out eight for the victory, as Branham Allen collected two RBIs for the Tigers. The Wolves will attempt to bounce back tomorrow in a home matchup with Louisa-Muscatine at 5:30 pm for senior night.
New London will compete against Van Buren County on the road tonight at 7 pm.
Central Lee clobbered Danville last night, 16-0. Blake Davis mashed a home run for three RBIs, as Kellen Weber and Brett Cook each added three RBIs of their own. The Hawks will stay on the road to face off against Highland tomorrow at 7 pm.
Burlington Notre Dame edged past Mediapolis last night, winning 5-4. The Nikes will head to Waterloo today for a tournament.
Mediapolis will head back home to play Danville at 6 pm tomorrow.
Washington dropped a tight one to Oskaloosa last night, 3-1. The Demons will host Burlington tomorrow at 7 pm.
Wapello will take on Hillcrest Academy on the road at 7 pm tomorrow.
Mt. Pleasant Cross Country
Summer runs are underway for the Mt. Pleasant Cross Country team. These runs are optional but a great way to run with others and get in shape for the fall season. The runs are available to anyone entering 7th through 12th grades. Coaches may not be present at every run, as they are often led by upperclassmen.
On Mondays, the runs will take place at 6:30 am at the Old Threshers Museum Theatre. Wednesdays will be high school speed day at 7 am at Mapleleaf and Tuesdays and Thursdays will take place at Saunders Park by the swimming pool at 7 pm.
The runs will continue through the middle of August until the Mt. Pleasant Cross County camp. If you have any questions, you can contact Coach Lyle Murray at 319-850-0867.
Local Summer Athletic Camps
Mt. Pleasant girls’ basketball is offering up a camp for any girls’ basketball players entering 3rd through 12th grades from June 23rd through the 25th located at the Mt. Pleasant High School Gym. The camp will focus on the fundamentals and introduce team concepts employed by the high school’s system.
If you would like to sign-up, then follow this link and fill out the form: https://kilj.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/mp-girls-bball-camp.pdf
Mapleleaf Athletic Complex
There’s a new space to watch the Mt. Pleasant baseball team at the complex after Mike and Lyndel Barton donated a new spectator pavilion along the third-base side. Mike and Lyndel Barton have demonstrated a deep belief in the value of education, athletics, and community involvement.
“Our athletic programs are successful because of the support we receive from individuals who care deeply about our students,” said Scot Lamm, Activities Director. “The Barton family’s generous donation of this spectator pavilion will positively impact countless athletes, families, and visitors. We are incredibly grateful for their vision, generosity, and commitment to our school community.”
Prospect League
The Burlington Bees defeated the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp last night, 9-6. Tanner Reinartz smacked a home run for three RBIs in the victory. The Bees will look for the road sweep tonight at 6:35 pm.
The Clinton LumberKings extended their winning streak to five games after taking down the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes last night, 18-10. The LumberKings will host the Normal CornBelters tonight at 6:30 pm.
This Day in Sports History
1960 – Ted Williams hit his 500th career home run.
1976 – It was announced that the NBA and ABA would merge.
1990 – Harry Gant became the oldest driver to win a NASCAR race.