Sports, April 18th

By Slaten Swords · Tuesday, April 18th, 2023 at 6:36 am CDT

High School Track and Field

The girls teams of Danville, Central Lee, Winfield-Mt. Union, WACO, and New London will travel to compete in the Panther Relays tonight.

The WACO boys team will host the Warrior Relays with Central Lee, New London, and Winfield-Mt. Union competing at the meet today.

The Danville boys team will compete in the Panther Relays hosted by Mt. Pleasant today.

High School Soccer

The Mt. Pleasant boys team fell to Faifield last night 6-0 on the road. Rudy Ruiz Motta had 12 saves for Mt. Pleasant. The Panthers will host undefeated Fort Madison on April 20th.

The Mt. Pleasant girls team got back in the win column after taking down Fairfield 6-0 last night. Charice Auwerda led the Panthers with 2 goals and 4 assists on the night. Tori Wilson had 2 goals as well with Hailey Parrott and Elly Manning each added a goal. The Panthers will travel to face off against Fort Madison on April 20th.

The WACO boys team will face off against Burlington Notre Dame tonight on the road.

The Central Lee girls team will take on Canton on April 20th.

The Central Lee boys team’s next game will be today against Hillcrest Academy.

High School Golf

The Winfield-Mt. Union boys team will compete in the Wildcat Invitational today and the girls team will compete at the Wapello Invite tomorrow, April 19th.

The Mt. Pleasant boys team traveled to Washington yesterday and finished in 4th place with a team score of 209. Washington finished in 1st place to extend their lead with a team total of 162 on the day. Nick Matheney was the top golfer for the Panthers as he shot a 46 followed by Nate Dismang with a 48. Rajan Roth had the best round as he shot a 38 for the Demons. Mt. Pleasant still sits in 3rd place behind Fairfield in 2nd and Washington in 1st. The Panthers will travel to Fort Madison on April 24th. The girls team will travel to compete in the Oskaloosa Invite on April 20th.

The Central Lee boys defeated Burlington Notre Dame yesterday 186-177 as the Hawks were paced by five golfers who shot under 50 for the course. Caleb Larson led the way with a 43 followed by Mylan Lowenberg with a 44. Ashton Robinson and Bo Herdrich both shot a 45. The Central Lee girls and boys teams will take on Danville on April 27th.

High School Tennis

The Mt. Pleasant girls team fell to Burlington Notre Dame last night 8-1. Bethany Drury was the lone win for the Panthers as she won her singles match 8 to 3. The Panthers will take on Maharishi today on the road.

The Mt. Pleasant boys team will host Maharishi tonight.

Iowa Wesleyan Athletics

The Tiger softball team is looking to extend their win streak to 6 games as they take on Waldorf University in a road doubleheader today.

The Tiger baseball team will travel to take on Westminster College today.

The men’s golf team will travel to compete in the Verhille Invitational today for day one of a two day tournament.

The outdoor track and field teams will be competing in the DeBacker Invitational on April 22nd.

This Day in Sports History

1942 – Stanley Cup Final, Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto, ON: Toronto Maple Leafs beat Detroit Red Wings, 3-1 for a 4-3 series win; Toronto recovers after losing first 3 games.

1966 – Bill Russell becomes first African American coach in NBA history (Boston Celtics).

2017 – Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score 100 goals in the Champions League with a hat-trick in Real Madrid’s 4-2 win over Bayern Munich.

Kim Rossiter

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, April 18th, 2023 at 5:53 am CDT

Kim Allyn Rossiter, 62, of Winfield, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023, at The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Kim’s visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Snyder & Hollenbaugh Funeral & Cremation Services of Wapello. His funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 21, 2023, at the funeral home. A private family burial will be held in the Wapello Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Kim’s name. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservices.com.

Kim was born on May 30, 1960, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the son of Leon and Shirley (Davis) Rossiter. Kim was a 1979 graduate of Wapello High School. On May 1, 1982, Kim was united in marriage to the love of his life, Julie Bayne, in Wapello. Together Kim and Julie welcomed three beautiful children, Karly, Jan, and Jace, whom Kim loved very much and was incredibly proud of.

A farmer his entire life, Kim was innovative, and loved sharing his farming knowledge with others. He had a strong appreciation for classic rock music, and loved snowmobiling, riding motorcycles, launching fireworks, playing cards, and being with his friends and family. Kim marveled at the intelligence and cleverness of his grandchildren.

Kim will be dearly missed by his wife, Julie; children, Karly White of Iowa City, Jan Rossiter of Melbourne, Florida, and Jace Rossiter of Winfield; grandson Jules and granddaughter Nev; son-in-law Taylor White of Iowa City, father Leon Rossiter of Winfield, sister Kristi Rossiter of Crawfordsville and brother Kurt Rossiter of Crawfordsville.

Kim was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Rossiter; and grandparents, Glenn and Vera Davis and Harry and Pearl Rossiter.

One more thing: Kim had a gift for conversation and a genuine curiosity for a multitude of subjects – so much so that his close friends often referred to him as “The Great Philosopher.” Kim also had a sense of adventure that went hand-in-hand with the fact that he was an avid Star Trek fan. May his legacy continue to live on in the hearts of those he touched, as we bid farewell to our beloved Kim with a heartfelt “Beam him up, Scotty!” – a fondly-remembered inside joke amongst his immediate family – and a fitting tribute to a man who brought strength, joy, and laughter to their lives, and whose spirit will always soar in their hearts.

 

Trace White is Named CAC Golfer of the Week

By Slaten Swords · Monday, April 17th, 2023 at 5:02 pm CDT

Iowa Wesleyan Golf- The Iowa Wesleyan men’s golf team has put together a solid spring season including a 3rd place finish at the SCC Invitational and leading the way for the Tigers is Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) Golfer of the Week Trace White.

At the SCC Invitational, White led the way for the Tigers with his first of two 5th place finishes for the week. White hit an impressive 76 to score 2-over on the day. He followed up with a 3-over on a par-71Ottercreek Golf Course to pace the Tigers in the Viking Classic.

Over the two rounds, White hit 82 percent of the greens. This is his 2nd career CAC Golfer of the Week honor. He will look to continue his performance tomorrow at the two-day Verhille Invitational at 10 am.

Drugs and Gun Found During Traffic Stop

By Theresa Rose · Monday, April 17th, 2023 at 4:43 pm CDT

On April 17, 2023 at approximately 12:45p.m. a deputy stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near DMC Highway 99 and 125th St. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Brandon Ray Wilson, age 48, of Sperry, IA. During the traffic stop, deputies observed Wilson to be in possession of a bag of marijuana. Wilson was detained and a search of his vehicle was conducted. Deputies located an additional bag of marijuana, a bottle containing approximately 772 grams of liquid methamphetamine, and a 9mm handgun.

Wilson was cited for traffic violations of driving under suspension, no insurance, and   speeding. He was placed under arrest for possession of a controlled substance 2nd offense: marijuana, possession of a controlled substance 2nd offense: methamphetamine, fail to affix a drug tax stamp, and person ineligible to carry dangerous weapons. Wilson was transported to the Des Moines County Jail.

Linda Parker (final arrangements)

By Theresa Rose · Monday, April 17th, 2023 at 4:31 pm CDT

Linda Joyce Davis Parker, 72, of Rome, Iowa died Friday, April 14, 2023 at Bickford Cottage, Burlington.

Linda was born January 8, 1951 in Ft. Madison, the daughter of Albert and Margie Fraise Young.  She was a high school graduate, took some college classes, and was of the Catholic faith.  On her birthday in 1993, Linda married Michael Ellsworth Parker in front of Justice of the Peace David McCoid.  She worked as a Head Start teacher, a bartender and house cleaner to support her family.  She was good at everything she did, including embroidery, cooking, and keeping a very clean house.

Linda is survived by her husband Michael; sons, Scott Davis of Nevada and Sean Davis of Hillsboro; daughter, Sarah McClintock of Ankeny; eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and sisters, Patty Haigh of Nauvoo, Illinois and Barb Schmitz of Olathe, Kansas.  She was preceded in death by her parents and  brother, Michael Young.

According to her wishes, Linda has been cremated and there will be no formal services.  Elliott Chapel, New London is assisting the family.  Oline condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com

“The Wesleys” Finalists Have Been Announced

By Slaten Swords · Monday, April 17th, 2023 at 11:21 am CDT

Iowa Wesleyan- The athletic department at Iowa Wesleyan will be holding the fifth annual student-athlete awards ceremony, The Wesleys, and these are the finalists for all of the categories.

The finalists for Women’s Coach of the Year are Ashley Miller for Volleyball, Steve Williamson for Basketball, Sofia Adams for Soccer, Kurt Moon for golf, Hunter Davis for Cross Country and Track and Field, Mike Hampton for Softball, and Jake Kadel for Wrestling.

For the Men’s Coach of the Year, it’s Jordan Ashton for Basketball, Kurt Moon for Golf, Blake Beaber for Baseball, Hunter Davis for Cross Country and Track and Field, MD Daniels for Football, and Jake Kadel for wrestling.

There are four nominees for Male Athlete of the Year. Henry Shannon for Basketball, Major Niccum for Football, KeRon Blackwell for Track and Field, and Logan Lucas for Cross Country and Track and Field.

The Female Athlete of the Year has five nominees. Isabell West and Kyla Moore represent the Basketball team, Lilly Garnsey for Cross Country and Track and Field, Adaugo Nwachukwu for Wrestling, and Aubrey Duncan for Golf.

Brevin Wilson, Zoi Smith, and Jakim Brock are the nominees for the Wesley Award.

The Male Newcomer of the Year finalists are Tyler Ball for Football, Pedro Ramirez for Baseball, Gacoby Jones for Basketball, and Daron Jackson for Cross Country and Track and Field.

The Female Newcomer of the Year nominees include Isabell West, Alexis Hafenstine for Volleyball, Faith Cole and Isabelle Hawley for Wrestling, and Aspyn Harrison for Softball.

The four nominees for Male Honor Athlete of the Year are Jackson Van Roekel for Baseball, Trace White for Golf, Kiel Parkhurst for Football, and Fabian Zamora for Soccer.

The Female Honor Athlete of the Year has four finalists with Brielle Baker for Basketball, Karoline Stratton for Softball, Teya Hawkins for Cross Country and Track and Field, and Jacqueline Campos for Soccer.

All teams are finalists for Team of the Year and Academic Team of the Year.

The event will be held at 7 pm at the Chapel with a reception at 6 pm on the campus lawn on April 27th.

Janet Lea Simmons

By Theresa Rose · Monday, April 17th, 2023 at 10:48 am CDT

Janet Lea Simmons, 88, of New London passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at the Klein Center in West Burlington.

Janet was born on October 7, 1934, at Crawfordsville, the daughter of Lafe and Nellie (Ross) Finke.  She was united in marriage to Floyd W. Miller. After his death, she married Bill Simmons; they later divorced.  She has been with her partner, Rande Beattie for 23 years.

Janet worked at Sylvania, Champion Spark Plug and later at M.H.I until she retired.  She was a wonderful mother and loved her family with all of her heart.  Janet enjoyed going to the casino and loved her dog, Toby.

She is survived by her daughter, Connie Swartzendruber, of New London, 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren, her sister, Bonnie Lou Gesling and her partner, Rande Beattie of New London.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents and her sons, Kerry Miller and Craig Miller.

According to her wishes cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant. A celebration of Janet’s life will be held at a later date.

 

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com

Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for her arrangements.

Sports, April 17th

By Slaten Swords · Monday, April 17th, 2023 at 6:39 am CDT

High School Track and Field

The girls teams of Danville, Central Lee, Winfield-Mt. Union, WACO, and New London will travel to compete in the Panther Relays tomorrow, April 18th.

The WACO boys team will host the Warrior Relays with Central Lee, New London, and Winfield-Mt. Union competing at the meet tomorrow.

The boys teams of New London and Central Lee will compete at the Hawk Relays today.

The Danville boys team will compete in the Panther Relays hosted by Mt. Pleasant tomorrow.

The girls teams of Danville and Central Lee will compete in the Hawk Relays today.

High School Soccer

The Mt. Pleasant boys team will travel to take on Fairfield tonight.

The Mt. Pleasant girls team will host Fairfield today.

The WACO boys team will face off against Burlington Notre Dame tomorrow on the road.

The Central Lee girls team will take on Canton on April 20th.

The Central Lee boys team’s next game will be tomorrow, April 18th, against Hillcrest Academy.

High School Golf

The Winfield-Mt. Union boys team will compete in the Wildcat Invitational on April 18th and the girls team will compete at the Wapello Invite on April 19th.

The Mt. Pleasant boys team will travel to Washington for another SEC meet while the girls will host today.

The Central Lee boys and girls teams will face off against Burlington Notre Dame tonight at home.

Holy Trinity Catholic will host Mediapolis today.

High School Tennis

The Mt. Pleasant girls team will face off against Burlington Notre Dame today.

The Mt. Pleasant boys team will host Maharishi tomorrow, April 18th.

Iowa Wesleyan Athletics

The Tiger softball team has extended their win streak to 5 games after beating Crowley’s Ridge College twice on senior day over the weekend. In game one the Tigers had to comeback from behind after surrendering four runs in the first inning to win 8-5. Kara Krieger put the Tigers on the board in the 3rd inning after doubling home two runs to make it 4 to 2. Alexis Davis would smack her first home run of the season in the 4th inning to cut the deficit to one. Down 5 to 3 in the 5th inning, Jordan Lantz would double home a run and Ivy Geerdes would follow it up with a two RBI double to take the lead. A Nicole Shirrell RBI single and a sacrifice fly by Aspyn Harrison would give the Tigers their 8 runs. Coach Hampton talked about his team’s performance the past couple of games.

In game two, the Tigers overcame a 1 to 0 deficit to win 4-2. Kelsey Topliff doubled home a run and Gracie Jevyak tallied an RBI. Kylie Topliff would get the game-winning RBI and the insurance RBI. Ariana Wolfard would pick up the win as she went 6.1 innings allowing only two hits and striking out two. Coach Hampton talked about the eight seniors on the team after the win.

Softball seniors: Ariana Wolfard, Kelsey and Kylie Topliff, Nicole Shirrell, Alexis Davis, Julia Hill, Mia DeTolve, and Karoline Stratton.

The Tiger baseball team will be back in action tomorrow, April 18th, against Westminster College on the road.

The women’s golf team competed at the Carl Sandburg’s Invitational and came out on top by 9 strokes. Three Tigers finished in the top five as Aubrey Duncan took 2nd place as she shot a 12 over on the day. Natalie Ames and Michal Wohlleber placed in 4th and 5th place, respectively. The men’s team will travel to compete in the Verhille Invitational tomorrow.

The outdoor track and field teams will be competing in the DeBacker Invitational on April 22nd.

This Day in Sports History

1860 – Champion of England Tom Sayers and American John Heenan fight out in a brutal 2 hour, 27 minute draw near Farnborough, England; police stop fight and it’s acknowledged as the first world title bout.

1972 – Kiteman attempts to throw out the 1st ball for the Philadelphia Phillies but crashes into centerfield seats.

1976 – National League’s greatest comeback: trailing 12-1, Philadelphia Phillies beat Chicago Cubs, 18-16 in 10 innings at Wrigley Field; Mike Schmidt hits 4 consecutive Home Runs.