A win is a win as Lions top the Comets
As they say, a win is a win. And Clear Lake Coach Fred Wieck says he’ll take the 14-6 season opener victory his team recorded Friday night in Charles City. 
The number four ranked Lions (3A) committed a number of miscues early on, but benefitted from a staunch defense and a few big plays to post the non-district win. The victory runs the Lions’ regular season win streak to 24.
The Lions got off to a slow start against the Comets. They fumbled on their first two possessions.
“Basically the first quarter we didn’t have the ball. We had four turnovers and just didn’t play very well in the first half,” said the coach.
The Lion defense continued to hold off Comet scoring threats in the second quarter. After the home team stole the ball at midfield and mounted a drive which stalled at the 16, a 32-yard field goal attempt was no good. The Lions took over on the 20, but were forced to punt on fourth down. The Comets also went four and out, giving the Lions back the ball at the 6:40 mark in the second quarter.
Starting deep in their own territory, quarterback Ozzie Adams completed an 86 yard pass play to Paxton Farmer. Farmer slipped a tackle at the 10 and put the Lions on the scoreboard, 6-0. Farmer followed up his run by splitting the uprights with an extra point. The Lions were up 7-0 with 6:25 left in the first half. Farmer finished the game with three receptions for 105 yards. He carried the ball nine times for eight yards.
Adams completed five of 10 pass attempts for 133 yards. Adams was also the leading ground gainer for the Lions. He carried the ball 15 times for 51 yards.
The Lions threatened to go up by another touchdown just before the first half ended. After its defense stopped the Comets, Josh Brood returned the punt to the 36 and the offense began to move the ball. Elliott Neuberger carried the ball inside the 10 for another first down with 26-second to go in the half. With 12-seconds remaining the Comets intercepted an Adams pass into the endzone to end the drive.
The Lion QB threw his second interception of the game in the first series of the second half. The Comets took advantage of the mistake and drove the ball into Lion territory. Four completed pass plays, along with a Lion face mask penalty, gave the Comets first and goal at the three yard line. Griffin Feller took the ball in for a score with 5:29 remaining in the third, however the extra point kick hit the upright and was no good, making the score 7-6 Lions.
Clear Lake tacked on its second TD with :10 seconds remaining in the third. On second down and 11 at the 21, Adams completed a pass to Farmer at the 12. Jordan Kruger then hauled the ball to the seven and three plays later he scored on a straight ahead run from the one. Farmer’s kick was good, 14-6.
The Lion defense controlled the Comets in the final period and Clear Lake’s offense had one final chance to score late in the game. The Lions fielded a punt at midfield and drove inside the 13. The Lions opted to take a knee in the final minute and let the clock run out for the victory.
“Charles City was tough and played us tough,” commented Coach Wieck.
The Lions finished the game with 270 yards of offense, to 202 for the Comets. In addition to Adams’ 51 yards, Neuberger had 37 yards on seven carries. Brent Tarr rushed seven times for 13 yards. Michael Keeran ran the ball four times for 20 yards and Jordan Kruger carried three times for six yards. Tarr had one reception for 17 and Nick Kruger caught two passes for 11 yards.
The Lion defense was led by Neuberger and Austin Horner with seven and six solo tackles respectively. Tanner Tusha had five. Austin Horner was also credited with seven assisted tackles. Brood, Keeran, Chase Duesenberg, Tanner Truesdell and Brady Horner all had three solo and four assisted tackles apiece. Zac Bendickson had one interception to go with his one solo and four assisted tackles.
The Lions will be looking to keep extending their regular season win streak when they host Forest City this Friday at Lions Field. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
Scores from around the area for District 3 class 3A:
•Clear Lake 14, Charles City 6
•Ballard 14, Dallas Center Grimes 0
•Nevada 19, Colfax-Mingo 18
•Webster City 27, Gilbert 7
•Forest City 15, Algona 7
•Iowa Falls-Alden 27, Hampton-Dumont 7
•ADM, Adel 33, Boone 7
Upcoming games for Friday, Sept. 3
•Forest City at Clear Lake
•ADM at Ballard
•Clarion Goldfield at Humboldt
•Esterville LC at Algona
•Iowa Falls-Alden at Webster City
•Perry at Boone
First game jitters plague the Vikings
First game jitters and mental mistakes cost the Ventura Vikings their home opener on Friday, 
Aug. 27. The Vikings hosted West Bend-Mallard in Eight Man District 2 competition.
“I think there were some first game jitters that we had to work out during this game,” said Head Coach Mark Pueggel.
The first quarter saw even play, with both teams finishing scoreless. The Wolverines opened it up in the second quarter, scoring two touchdowns and two, two-point conversions. Ventura’s defense stepped it up and held off another WB-M threat at the end of the second quarter for a 16-0 half time score.
The Wolverines capitalized on a Viking fumble at the end of the fourth quarter for a 24-0 victory.
“We fumbled the ball way too many times, and had some big plays on offense that got called back on penalties,” said Pueggel.
Pueggel credited West Bend-Mallard for being a good team and said he knew that the team’s first four games of the season would test them.
Cal Huber led the team in rushing with 67 yards on 19 carries. Trevor Jackson picked up 21 yards on eight carries and Zach Tannahill had five carries for 11 yards.
Ventura quarterback Ryan Schmitz was three for six passing for 50 yards. His receiver of choice was Joel Watson, who had three catches for 50 yards.
Hard-hitting Hunter Olinger led the team in tackles with 19.
“Hunter played an outstanding game on defense,” said Pueggel. “His hard work in the off-season is starting to pay off.”
Other tackle leaders included Huber with 15, Watson with 13 and Cole Hanley had 11. Also collecting tackles was Tannahill, six; Damien Beard, five; Jared Callison, four; Jackson, three; Cody Kramer, two and Jacob Austin, one.
“We are going to learn some things from this loss and we will continue to get better,” said Pueggel.
The Vikings travel to Graettinger-Terril on Friday, Sept. 3, for a 7 p.m. game.
Scores from around the area for
8 man football:
•West Bend-Mallard 24, Ventura 0
•Graettinger-Terril 25, Remsen-Union 13
•Clarksville 27, CWL 12
•Janesville 62, Tri-Country 12
•NEH 68, Coon Rapids 27
•Tripoli 65, Meskwaki 26
•Kee, Lansing 14, Riceville 7
•NSK 30, W-CL-T 20
•Laurens-Marathon 62, CAL 0
Upcoming games for
Friday, Sept. 3
•Ventura at Graettinger-Terril
•CAL at Twin River Valley
•NEH at NSK
•Riceville at CWL
•Spalding Catholic at Ruthven-Ahryshire
•W-CL-T at West Bend-Mallard
Sport Shorts
Oppedahl records a hole-in-one
Darlene Oppedahl, 84, of Mason City, recorded a hole-in-one at Oak Hills Golf Course on Thursday, Aug. 26. Oppedahl recorded her first ever hole-in-one on hole number six, a 94 yard shot, using a three wood. She was participating in Ladies Day at Oak Hills. The event was witnessed by Eleanor Madden, Barb Leonard and Joan Eness. This was the 8th hole-in-one of the season at Oak Hills.
Four Person Best Shot at Slippery Elm
The 6th Annual Dustin Colby Memorial 4 Person Best Shot will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11, at Slippery Elm Golf Course, Thornton, Iowa. The shotgun start will begin at 9 a.m. The cost is $25 per person for 18 holes. There is a $400 first place prize, plus many more prizes. An auction and raffle will also be held and are open to the public. To pre-register and for cart rental, call 641-587-2670.
Ladies Golf Day held at Oak Hills
Twenty-nine ladies played a round of golf at Oak Hills in Clear Lake on a beautiful Thursday, Aug. 26. The events of the day were won by Paula Hicks, Carol Rannals, and Judy Philips. The most exciting thing of the day was Darlene Oppedahl making a hole-in-one on #6. That makes two for this year from our members. A chip-in was made by Connie Wheeler on #9. Door prizes were won by Jean Quintero, Deb Weber, Eleanor Madden, Judy Philips, and Judy Borchardt. The ladies meet at 8:45 a.m. every Thursday and begin play at 9 a.m. All area ladies are welcome to join the fun.
Terry Wedmore Memorial event planned
The 7th Annual Terry Wedmore Memorial Run, Ride, Walk or Wag will be held on Saturday, Sept. 4, at Zeidler Park in Rockwell, Iowa. The event has activities for everyone in the family, a 5K race, a two-mile walk or wag, a 10-mile bike ride, a children's fun run for those under eight, a general store with home baked goods, and a basket raffle for numerous themed baskets. Registration forms can be found on Mercy-North Iowa's website www.mercynorthiowa.com, under Programs and Services, Cancer Care. Registration on the day of the event will be held from 7:45-8:30 a.m. This event is organized to honor and remember Terry Wedmore, a former Mercy-North Iowa associate. Proceeds from the event will support Mercy Cancer services, cancer research and education. Wedmore died from complications of cancer on Aug. 3, 2003.
Ladies Day held at All Vets Golf Course
Prizes were given to Kathy Vine, Ione Hayungs and Jackie Quinn for play of the day at Clear Lake All Vet's Golf Course. Ginger Holmes won the chip in pot. September 8 will be the last day of the season. The group will have Fun Night that evening starting at 3:30 p.m. with happy hour. Golf will start at 4 p.m. The price of the event is $10 and includes the meal. Please sign up in the club house or contact Margaret at 357-8514.
M.A.L.L. needs bowlers for league
The Men and Ladies (M.A.L.L.) is seeking bowlers of all ages and all abilities for their Monday afternoon fun, no pressure league. Each session lasts a little over one hour. Moms can be home before their kids get out of school. The season begins Tuesday, Sept. 7 (due to Labor Day), and bowl on Mondays thereafter. For more information contact Bob or Karen at 357-3863, Irene at 357-5966, Sharon at 641-998-2356 or Lake Lanes 357-9912, or just come down on Sept. 7.
Wrestlers place 4th at Luther Team Camp
The Clear Lake High School wrestling team placed fourth at the 2010 Luther College Team Wrestling Camp in Decorah, Iowa.
The 2010 Luther College Wrestling Camps were the largest in school history with over 1,000 wrestlers attending the on-campus camps, making them some of the largest wrestling camps in the country.
Clinicians at the camps included NCAA All-Americans Andrew Long of Iowa State University and Brandon Precin of Northwestern University, as well as Luther coaches Dave Mitchell and Jeff O’Gara and Luther All-American heavyweight Allyn Plattner.
Campers participated in team building activities, were exposed to high level technique, competed in ten dual meets, competed in an individual tournament and participated in “Train Like a Norseman” sessions.
Three Clear Lake wrestlers earned Wrestler of the Day honors at Luther camp including: Jacob Colon, Jordan Dahl and Logan Kellogg.
Kevin Bokoski, current Luther wrestler, served as Clear Lake “Camp Coach” and provided wrestlers with valuable feedback. Students competing for Clear Lake High School included: Jake Austin, Jacob Baker, Aaron Boeshart, Jacob Colon, Jordan Dahl, Carson Farmer, John Glynn, TJ Hauser, Bradley Hillyer, Brady Horner, Austin Horner, Logan Kellogg, Sam LaKose, Connor Nosbisch, Reed Rognes, Ryan Schmalen, Anthony Schoneman and Mac Spotts. The team was coached by Head Coach Gary Weber and assistants Mike Glynn, Dan Horner and Ted Smith.
CLHS cheerleaders attend Jump and Jam
Jump and Jam recently held a cheerleading camp for the Clear Lake High School cheerleading squad.
Sessions during camp included motion technique, jumps, cheers, chants, dance and stunting.
The squad won a bid to perform at Capital One Bowl.
Cheerleaders receiving awards at the camp included: Maddie Hess, Dance Queen; Ryan Pierce, Motion Off; Brittany Bieber, Top Jumper; Haley Brakke, Stunt Award; Alicia Abbott and Ashley Allenstein, Star Award; Stacie Olk, Olivia Richardson and Libby Hewitt, Dream Team.
Sport Shorts
Big Dreams Golf Tourney to be held at Oak Hills
The First Annual Big Dreams Golf Tournament will be held at Oak Hills Golf Course in Clear Lake on Saturday, Aug. 21, with a 9 a.m. shot gun start. All proceeds benefit the Big Dreams non-profit program for North Iowa youth and children. The event is a four person best shot and prizes will be paid out per flight. Registration is $120 per foursome and includes a cheeseburger lunch. Call 357-8218 to reserve a spot. Space is limited.
Ventura High School to hold Preview Night
Ventura High School will hold their Fall Sports Preview night on Friday, Aug. 20. The volleyball team will have an inner-squad scrimmage beginning at 5 p.m. The team will also be introduced by new Head Coach Abby Roenfanz. The football team will take the field at 6 p.m. for a scrimmage. Introductions will be given by their coach, Mark Pueggel.
Halloran records a hole-in-one
Bill Halloran, Mason City, recorded a hole-in-one on Saturday, Aug. 14, at Arrowhead Golf Course in Clear Lake. The ace was recorded on 134 yard hole #8, using an eight iron. The event was witnessed by Halloran's sons, Spencer, Reese and Mitchell. This was the second hole-in-one of the season at Arrowhead.
Worth County Jaycees to hold golf tournament
The Worth County Jaycees will hold their 2nd Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 21. The 4 Person Best Shot Golf Tourney will be held at the Northwood Country Club with registration beginning at 7 a.m. and the tournament at 8 a.m. Many area businesses have been very generous in donating raffle items and sponsoring holes. There will be raffles, hole contests, good food and prizes. There will be a max of three flights with first place in each flight receiving $500, second place $160 and third place $80. Registration is $40 per person which includes a meal. Pre-registration is encouraged by calling Dayna at 641-210-9335 or email worthcountyjaycees@gmail.com. To donate a raffle item contact Heather at 641-324-8018.
Ladies Golf Day held at Oak Hills
Sixteen ladies braved the extreme humidity to play nine holes of golf at Oak Hills in Clear Lake. The events of the day were won by Chryl Bergvig and Vernell Alexadres. Paula Hicks made a chip-in on #3 and Carolyn Thada made one on #5. Birdies were made by Rainy Bartleson on #1 and Carolyn Thada on #6. The door prize winners for the day were Rainy Bartleson, Judy Dunker, Barb Leonard, Paula Hicks, Janette Buck and Julie Bradshaw. The ladies meet at 8:45 a.m. every Thursday and begin play at 9 a.m. All area ladies are welcome to join the fun.
Lakette League to hold organizational meeting
Lakette Women's Bowling League will be holding their organizational meeting on Thursday, Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Lake Lanes in Clear Lake. All current members and anyone interested in joining a fun league are invited to attend. For questions call Kathy at 357-8067 or Barb at 357-0406.
Bowling leagues to hold meetings
Four Star Bowling League will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 25, at 7 p.m. at Lake Lanes in Clear Lake. Friday Night Mixed League will hold their organizational meeting on Friday, Aug. 27, at 7 p.m. at Lake Lanes. Openings are available in both leagues.
Meeting set for M.A.L.L. League
The Men and Ladies (Bowling) League will hold their organizational meeting on Monday, Aug. 23, at 1 p.m. at Lake Lanes in Clear Lake. Join this fun, no pressure league. Average bowling time per session is a little over an hour. For more information please contact Bob or Karen Humphrey at 357-3863, Irene Zuck at 357-5966, Sharon Vestweber at 641-998-2356 or Lake Lanes at 357-9912. Come have fun with us!
Ladies Day held at All Vets Golf Course
The nine hole and 18 hole Club Tournament was held at the All Vet's Golf Course at Clear Lake on Wednesday, Aug. 11. The winners will be announced next week. The women who won prizes for play of the day for Aug. 4 were Lana Ringus, Chryl Bergvig and Ione Hayungs. Prizes will be awarded for the total score on all of the par 5 holes on Aug. 25. All area women are welcome to join the group on Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m.
Oak Hills holds 35th Annual Junior Open
Twenty-eight young golfers participate
The 35th Annual Junior Open was held at Oak Hills Golf Course, Clear Lake, on Aug. 3. Twenty eight players arrived for the 8:30 a.m. shotgun start on a hot, humid and foggy morning.
Those placing and their scores are as follows:
•Girls 10 and under (9 holes): Thea Lunning, Mason City, 1st place, 59; Kenzie Sullivan, Mason City, 2nd place, 68; Sophie Lunnings, Mason City, 3rd place, 100.
•Girls 11-13 (9 holes): Emily Snelling, Clear Lake, 1st place, 38; Sydney Eaton, Mason City, 2nd place, 42.
•Boys 9 and under (9 holes): Alex Snelling, Clear Lake, 1st place, 37; Tate Storbeck, Ventura, 2nd place, 39; Carter Backhaus, Clear Lake, 3rd place, 42.
•Boys 10-11 (9 holes): Kyle Calaguas, Clear Lake, 1st place, 36; Thomas Storbeck, Ventura, 2nd place, 39; Tre Geitzenauer, Clear Lake, 3rd place, 40.
•Boys 12-13 (9 holes): M.J. Mixdorf, Clear Lake, 1st place, 36; Ryan Leisure, Clear Lake, 2nd place, 37; Dane Waldron, Ventura, 3rd place, 38.
•Boys 14-15 (18 holes): Justin Schneider, Clear Lake, 37-36-73; Jacob Heineman, Ventura, 2nd place, 40-37-77; Rowdy Yates, Garner, third place, 39-40-79.
•Boys 16-17 (18 holes): Brent Tarr, Clear Lake, 1st, 31-26-57; Jared Bottjen, Clear Lake, 2nd place, 36-37-73; Tyler Sherman, Clear Lake, 3rd place, 37-36-73.
Tie-breakers were broken by a play off.
“We would like to thank all the parents for keeping score and to Kim and Sue Pleggenkuhle for sponsoring trophies and prizes through the Cade Pleggenkuhle Memorial Scholarship fund,” Sheila Sherman, Oak Hills.
Faber earns All-State softball recognition
The Iowa Girls Coaches Association have released the All-State softball teams for the 2010 season.
Rea Faber, from Clear Lake, received honorable mention recognition for class 3A. There were 109 girls that received honorable mention recognition throughout the state in class 3A.
Faber played out field for the Clear Lake softball team. She will be a senior at Clear Lake High School beginning in the fall.
Final games for CL JV baseball team
The Clear Lake JV baseball team wrapped up their 2010 schedule with eight games.
CL Vs. Newman
Clear Lake took on the Newman Knights in a JV double header. The Lions dropped both games with scores of 3-1 and 8-5. The Lions played very well throughout the day and either game could have been won by either team. The Knights proved they are accustomed to winning and found ways to win both games.
Game one was a pitcher’s duel. The Knights pitcher allowed just four hits, one walk, and struck out four Lion hitters. Zach Bendickson pitched great for the Lions giving up just one hit and striking out four. He did however issue seven walks, which allowed the Knights to score three runs.
Offensively the Lions received hits from Bendickson, Jake Kockler, Gavin Sheakley, and Nicholas Dimarco.
Game two was an offensive battle. The Lions accumulated five hits and managed to score five runs. Austin Kessler led the Lions with two doubles and two RBI’s. Sheakley, Colton Orte, and Dimarco also added one hit a piece.
Colin Lobdell pitched for the Lions and allowed seven hits, three walks, and struck out seven hitters.
“Colin pitched very well throughout the game, however, the defense made some key mistakes that led to five unearned runs,” said Coach Justin Uhlenhopp.
CL Vs. Webster City
The Lions turned things around in a JV double header at home against Webster City.
The Lions belted out nine hits in the meeting. Gavin Sheakley led the Lions with two hits and two RBI’s. Nicholas Dimarco also added two hits of his own. Also collecting hits was Colton Orte, Ryan Iverson, Brycen Hamilton, and Luke Schiller.
Jake Kockler pitched well for the Lions allowing just one earned run. The Lion’s defense played well and made just one error. The Lynx were able to push across four runs in the first inning off of one hit and three walks. Kockler then settled down managed to strike out seven hitters.
CL Vs. Iowa Falls
The Lions dominated the Cadets and won the contest 8-3. Luke Schiller picked up the win pitching the entire game and allowing just two hits. He issued five walks and struck out two hitters.
The Lions took advantage of wild Cadet pitching and earned eight walks. Nicholas Dimarco and Cody Maulsby each had one hit a piece.
Clear Lake Vs. Clarion Goldfield
The Lions improved their record and beat the Cowboys 10-4. The Lions trailed early but managed to pick up 10 runs in the fourth and fifth innings.
Nicholas Dimarco picked up his first career win pitching for the Lions and allowed seven hits. He walked six and struck out three. Offensively the Lions were led by Gavin Sheakley, Ryan Iverson, and Jake Theobald with two hits apiece. Jerry Kockler came up with two hits and three RBI’s in his first JV game. Brycen Hamilton, Luke Schiller, and Colton Orte all provided a hit.
CL Vs. Central Springs
The Lions picked up yet another win against Central Springs. The Lions played great defense behind Michael Keeran who pitched a complete game. He allowed just one hit, but issued nine walks. He also struck out four hitters.
The offense was led by Nicholas Dimarco and Collin Lobdell each with two hits and two RBI’s. Ryan Iverson added two hits, and Colten Orte, Jake Theobald, Cody Maulsby, Brycen Hamilton, Luke Schiller and Jerry Kockler all added one hit apiece. The Lions won the contest 12-3.
CL Vs. WCLT
The Lions played very poorly in a JV double header against W-CL-T. The Lions totaled just five hits off of average pitching. Ryan Iverson and Collin Lobdell each had two hits apiece. Luke Schiller also had a hit.
The Lions defense was shaky and they played very flat. Luke Schiller pitched for the Lions and allowed just four hits, seven walks, and struck out three hitters. The Lions committed five errors that led to six W-CL-T runs.
CL Vs. New Hampton
Once again the Lions came out flat and dropped their game against the New Hampton Chickasaws.
Michael Keeran pitched for the Lions and allowed seven walks, three hits, and struck out three New Hampton batters. The defense committed five errors behind Keeran and struggled offensively.
The Lions received just one hit from Cody Maulsby which was a two out double in the fourth inning. The Lions had a very poor approach at the plate and could only manage to push across one run.
CL Vs. Forest City
The Lions ended their season on a wild note. In their final game against Forest City the Lions scored 21 runs and belted out 18 hits to beat Forest City 21-11.
Offensively the Lions were led by Logan Kellogg with three hits and three runs scored. Cody Maulsby also added three hits and two runs scored. Gavin Sheakley, Jake Theobald, and Nicholas Dimarco had two hits apiece. Connecting on one hit each were Ryan Iverson, Colton Orte, Brycen Hamilton, Carter Hand, and Aaron Boeshart.
Jerry Kockler pitched for the Lions and kept the game in reach throughout the first three innings. He challenged the Indian hitters and made his defense work behind him. However, the Lions committed several errors which led to six un-earned runs. The Lions fought back and scored 14 runs in the fourth inning improving their final record to 14-9.
Sport Shorts
All Vets to hold Four Person Best Shot
All Vets Golf Course, Clear Lake, will hold a Four Person Best Shot Golf Tournament to honor veterans. The event will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and the shotgun start is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Entry fee is $65 per person (dinner only is $15). The fee includes a cart, Iowa chop dinner prepared by the Clear Lake Evening Lions and two drink tickets. Proceeds will go to All Vets Golf Course Capital Improvements Fund Raffle, Honor Flight Donation, Hole in One Contest, 50/50 drawing, prizes and more. For more information contact All Vets Golf Course at 641-357-4457. Rain date is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 23.
"Par for Paws" golf fundraiser planned
The Humane Society of North Iowa is holding its first annual "Par for Paws" golf fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 21, at the Rockford Public Golf Course. The 2-Person Best Shot event will help raise money for the Humane Society of North Iowa's animal shelter located in Mason City. Registration fees are $60 per individual or $200 for a team of four, and includes greens fees, cart rental and lunch. There will also be contests and prizes. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Forms can be downloaded at www.hsni.org or picked up at the shelter, 2700 South Birch, Mason City. For more information call the Humane Society of North Iowa at 641-423-6241.
Clear Lake cross country to begin Aug. 12
Clear Lake High School cross country will start on Thursday, Aug. 12, at the high school south lot at 3:45 p.m. Coaches Lothar Meyer and Jerry Morris remind runners that all records for the 200 mile club need to be completed by Aug. 10. Runners must have their physicals completed and running gear ready by Aug. 12. Contact the coaches for more information.
Ladies Day held at All Vets Golf Course
Clear Lake All Vets Ladies Day was held on Wednesday, Aug. 4. The winners of the total score of all the par 4 holes were Martha Taylor, Carol Rannals, and Jill Tarr. Ione Hayungs was awarded the chip in pot. Area women are welcome to join the group on Aug. 18 for the combined score of holes beginning with a T or an F. The first nine holes are $10 for the round for non-members.
DeBell gets a hole-in-one
Dan DeBell, 19, of Tulsa Okla., shot his first ever hole-in-one at Oak Hills Golf Course, Clear Lake, on Thursday, Aug. 5. DeBell aced the #6 hole, which is 113 yards, using a pitching wedge. The event was witnessed by Brad DeBell, Ben DeBell and Jared Miller. This was the fifth hole-in-one of the season at Oak Hills.
Big Dreams Golf Tourney to be held at Oak Hills
The First Annual Big Dreams Golf Tournament will be held at Oak Hills Golf Course in Clear Lake on Saturday, Aug. 21, with a 9 a.m. shot gun start. All proceeds benefit the Big Dreams non-profit program for North Iowa youth and children. The event is a four person best shot and prizes will be paid out per flight. Registration is $120 per foursome and includes a cheeseburger lunch. Call 357-8218 to reserve a spot. Space is limited.
Ladies Golf Day held at Oak Hills
On a perfect day in Clear Lake, 27 ladies played nine holes of golf at Oak Hills Golf Course. The event of the day was won by Pat Millard and Gwen Gasperi, tied for first place and Vernell Alexandres received third place. Chip-ins were made by Janis Hutchison and Colette Orcutt on #1, Ina Mayland on #9, and Rita Diekhuis on #5. Helen Svoboda had a birdie on #1. Door prizes were won by Pat Millard, Lark Roberts, Janis Hutchison, Janette Buck and Colette Orcutt. The ladies meet every Thursday at 8:45 a.m. and begin play at 9 a.m. All area women are invited.
Hole-in-one at Oak Hills for Bailey
Reed Bailey, 12, of Waterloo, Iowa, connected for the sixth hole-in-one of the season at Oak Hills Golf Course in Clear Lake. Bailey aced the 134 yard #3 hole using a six iron. This was his first hole-in-one. The event was witnessed by his mother, Kathy.
Six Knot Race held in celebration of CLYC’s 75th anniversary
On Sunday, Aug. 1, in celebration of their 75th Anniversary, the Clear Lake Yacht Club held a Six Knot course. Twenty-two boats competed in the unique course.
This was the first race course used in the first I.L.Y.A. Championship regatta sailed in 1898 on White Bear Lake, Minn.
The race was run by Head Judge Tom Erickson, with assistance from Gil Bovard, James Roberts, Denni Sue Erickson, John V. Hanson and Casey Callanan.
“Our Commodore Byron Beasley sailed his MC. This was a family event and was enjoyed by all,” said Denni Sue Erickson.
Results of the race are as follows:
•First Over All: Doug Southwick, 7714 Hobie
•Best Vintage Boat: Tom Birdsall, Z-2 C Scow
•Oldest Boat: Bill Nicholas, Z-3 C Scow
•Oldest Skipper: Don Taylor, Sr., Z-6 E Scow
•Commodore 2010/1st Place MC: Byrson Beasley, 2479 MC Scow
•Youngest Skipper: Sophie Vratsinas, 7 years-old, 13248 Optimist Dinghy
•”Safest” Decorated Boat: Vince Tomlinson, H260 Cruiser
•Best Decorated Scow: Emily Oltrogge and crew, 2433 MC Scow
•Best Coconuts: Anne Tesar, Z-42 X Scow
•Best Attire: Russ Schurtz and Porter Johnson, Z-84 X Scow
•Six Girls and a Guy: Liska Johnson, 3584 Cruiser
•10 Years Old Winner: Ana Starbeck, 10073 Optimist
•100th Sail of Boat Anniversary: Langharts/Osmundson’s 7599 Cruiser
•Latest to the Start: Ben Miller, Z-11 X Boat
•7 “Survivors”: Katie Zachar, Z-6 X Boat
Six players earn post season honors
Clear Lake’s Ozzie Adams has earned First Team All-North Central Conference and All-District baseball honors. Adams, a sophomore utility player, batted .4221 and had a pitching record of 4-5 this season.
Elliott Neuberger was a Second Team All-NCC choice, as well as a Second Team pick for the Central District as a pitcher. He compiled a record of 7-2 this season.
Joining Neuberger on the NCC Second Team was senior infielder Alex Uhlenhopp, sophomore outfielder Tanner Truesdell and sophomore utility player Michael Keeran. Austin Kessler, a junior, was named to the All-NCC Third Team.
“I was a little disappointed a few more of our kids didn’t get recognized on both the All-Conference and All-District Teams after finishing 22-10 overall and 14-4 in Conference, but unfortunately it becomes a numbers game sometimes in baseball and our individual stats weren’t overly-impressive,” said Clear Lake Coach Seth Thompson. “I think it says a lot about this group of kids-- that without great individual stats as a team they finished in second place in the conference ahead of some pretty good teams (two of which played in the State tournament) and 22-10 overall.”
The Lions finished second in the conference with a 14-4 record, behind Hampton-Dumont (17-1) and ahead of St. Edmonds (13-5).
Three softball players tabbed for conference honors
Faber a unanimous First Team selection
Clear Lake’s Rea Faber was a unanimous First Team All-North Central Conference selection, it was announced last week.
Faber, an outfielder for the Lions, was one of three unanimous choices for the honor. She was joined by Algona’s Chelsea Korf, also an outfielder, and Algona utility player Mackenzie Siefken. Faber, a junior, batted .413 in 109 at-bats and led the team in stolen bases with 23. She also led the team in runs scored, with 26.
Clear Lake senior Macey Hansen was named to the Second Team as an infielder. Hansen played first base for the Lions. She compiled a batting average of .379 this season with a team-high 22 RBIs.
Senior Kathryn Nieman was a Third Team All-NCC selection. The infielder batted .281 with a team-high four doubles. She was second on the team in RBIs with 16, as well as runs scored, with 19.
The Lions finished the season with a record of 14-16.
Sport Shorts
CL Booster Club to hold golf outing
The Clear Lake Booster Club will hold their annual golf outing on Sunday, Aug. 8 at All Vets Golf Course in Clear Lake. Registration is from 2-2:45 p.m. with a shotgun start at 3 p.m. The event is a four person best shot. There will be men's and women's divisions and you must be 21 years or older to participate. The cost is $30 per person, which includes dinner, green fees and door prizes. Dinner alone can be purchased for $15. Pre-register is preferred by Aug. 3 by calling Paula Monson at 357-2943 or Jay Barragy, 357-1639. Registrations will also be taken on the day of the event. To reserve a golf cart call All Vets at 357-4457.
All Vets to hold Four Person Best Shot
All Vets Golf Course, Clear Lake, will hold a Four Person Best Shot Golf Tournament to honor veterans. The event will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and the shotgun start is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Entry fee is $65 per person (dinner only is $15). The fee includes a cart, Iowa chop dinner prepared by the Clear Lake Evening Lions and two drink tickets. Proceeds will go to All Vets Golf Course Capital Improvements Fund Raffle, Honor Flight Donation, Hole in One Contest, 50/50 drawing, prizes and more. For more information contact All Vets Golf Course at 641-357-4457. Rain date is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 23.
Lime Creek to hold "Fishing Fun Night"
A "Fishing Fun Night" will be held on Monday, Aug. 9, from 5:30-8 p.m at Bluebill Wildlife Area. This outing is for people of all ages to learn about fishing. Fishing equipment and bait will be available, and mentors will be present to provide hands-on instruction and advice. Participants will learn some basic fishing methods and techniques, how to tie knots and how to fillet and cook fish. Hot dogs and marshmallows will be provided for roasting over a campfire. There is no cost, but registration is required by calling 641-423-5309.
Rose Bowl invites public to free bowling
The Rose Bowl, located in Mason City, is inviting the public to bowl their first game for free in an attempt to break the current record of 741,821 bowling games played in a single day. The National Bowling Day will be held on Saturday, Aug. 7. The event will be in held in conjunction with the 2010 National Bowling Week, where bowling centers across the United States will host special events. On Aug. 7, all people who download a free game coupon at www.gobowling.com can bowl one game for free and take part in the World Record breaking event.
Clear Lake cross country to begin Aug. 12
Clear Lake High School cross country will start on Thursday, Aug. 12, at the high school south lot at 3:45 p.m. Coaches Lothar Meyer and Jerry Morris remind runners that all records for the 200 mile club need to be completed by Aug. 10. Runners must have their physicals completed and running gear ready by Aug. 12. Contact the coaches for more information.
Big Dreams Golf Tourney to be held at Oak Hills
The First Annual Big Dreams Golf Tournament will be held at Oak Hills Golf Course in Clear Lake, on Saturday, Aug. 21, with a 9 a.m. shot gun start. All proceeds benefit the Big Dreams non-profit program for North Iowa youth and children. The event is a four person best shot and prizes will be paid out per flight. Registration is $120 per foursome and includes a cheeseburger lunch. Call 357-8218 to reserve a spot. Space is limited.
All-Vet's women's league holds tourney
Clear Lake's All Vet's Women's League held their handicap tournament. The winner of the nine hole event was Jeri Dockhorn. Joan Leeper won the 18 hole contest. Kathy Vine took home the chip in pot. August 11 will be the Club Tournament. For more information call Ginger at 357-8231. All area women are welcome to join the group on Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m.
Ladies Golf Day held at Oak Hills
Twenty-nine ladies participated in a round of golf at Oak Hills in Clear Lake on Thursday, July 29. The event of the day was Two-Gal Best Ball. First place was won by Carolyn Thada who didn't have a partner. Second place winners were Gwen Gasperi and Rainy Bartleson. Third place went to Mary Myklestad and Barb Leonard. Chip-ins were made by Lark Robers on #2 and Carolyn Thada on #5. Gwen Gasperi made a birdie on #6 and Carolyn Thada made one on #1. Door prizes were won by Rita Diekhuis, Judy Dunker, Julie Bradshaw, Mary Myklestad, and Ina Mayland. The ladies meet every Thursday at 8:45 a.m. and begin play at 9 a.m. All area women are invited.
Sport Shorts
Oak Hills to hold Junior Open Golf Tourney
Oak Hills Par 30 golf course, Clear Lake, will hold their Junior Open Golf Tournament on Tuesday, Aug. 3, with a shotgun start at 8:30 p.m. Entry fee is $10.
Clear Lake to host volleyball camps
The Clear Lake volleyball coaching staff will hold volleyball camps in August A camp for girls entering grades 9-12 will be held on Aug. 4 and 5, from 8-11 a.m. in the high school gym. A camp for girls entering grades 6-8 will be held on Aug. 4, 5 and 6, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the high school gym. The cost for the camps is $30. The camps will include instruction in all the basic fundamentals of volleyball. Forms will be available at Clear Creek, the Middle School and the High School offices. If interested in attending contact Dale Ludwig at 357-5235 or 357-1796 for a camp form and/or further information.
CLHS Cross-Country meeting scheduled
Clear Lake High School cross-country will start Aug. 12 at the high school south lot at 3:45 p.m. Coaches Lothar Meyer and Jerry Morris remind runners that all records for the 200 mile club need to be completed by Aug. 10. Runners must also have their physicals completed and running gear ready by Aug. 12. Contact the coaches for more information.
CLHS girls soccer meeting scheduled
Clear Lake girls soccer coach Lothar Meyer has announced there will be a short meeting concerning the 2010 at PM Park Friday, July 30, at 11 a.m.
All Vets to hold Four Person Best Shot
All Vets Golf Course, Clear Lake, will hold a Four Person Best Shot Golf Tournament to honor veterans. The event will be held on Monday, Aug. 16, registration begins at 10:30 a.m. and the shotgun start is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Entry fee is $65 per person (dinner only is $15). The fee includes a cart, Iowa chop dinner prepared by the Clear Lake Evening Lions and two drink tickets. Proceeds will go to All Vets Golf Course Capital Improvements Fund Raffle, Honor Flight Donation, Hole in One Contest, 50/50 drawing, prizes and more. For more information contact All Vets Golf Course at 641-357-4457. Rain date is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 23.
Ventura to hold cheerleading tryouts
Val Imhoff has been hired as the new Ventura cheerleading coach. Girls interested in trying out for cheerleading need to sign up during registration or call the high school office at 829-4484. Imhoff will contact those interested with a schedule for practices and try-out times.
All-Vet's Women's League holds tourney
Clear Lake's All Vet's Women's League held the nine hole and eighteen hole handicap tournament on July 21st. The winners will be announced next meeting. Play of the day prizes were awarded to Dorothy Gabel, Becky Baack, and Naomi Nowland. Area ladies are invited to join the group each Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. On Aug. 4 the play of the day will be the total score of the odd numbered holes. Lunch will be served at 11:30.
Harmony Ranch to hold golf tournament
Harmony Ranch is hosting its annual golf tournament on Saturday, July 31, at the Garner Golf Course. The tournament is a four person best shot event for 9 holes with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The entry fee is $35 per person which includes green fees, golf cart, lunch and chance to win great prizes. Anyone interested in the tournament may receive more information and registration forms from Ron Arispe at 357-4150 or email rcarispe@netins.net
Lions end great season with a heartbreaker
The Clear Lake baseball season came to a sudden and unexpected end Friday, July 16. 
Humboldt roared back from a 5-0 deficit late in their first round District game and finished with a 6-5 victory in eight innings.
“Every team, except for four teams in the state all year, have to end with a loss. But games like this to end the year leave an especially deep bruise inside that will take a while to heal, I am sure for both our players and fans,” said Lions Coach Seth Thompson.
The Lions, who defeated Humboldt both times they played during the regular season, had a five-run lead heading into the sixth inning. The Wildcats began to spark a comeback in the sixth to pull within 5-2.
Then in the seventh, with two outs, Humboldt’s Al Cordero hit a homerun to tie the game. It was only the third homerun of the year for the entire Wildcat team.
After the Lions came up empty in the top of the eighth inning, the Wildcats used a bloop sacrifice hit to get the winning run home with two outs.
The young Lions team was led in the game by its only senior, Alex Uhlenhopp. He had three hits in the contest, including a double, and an RBI.
“He was a huge part of our team this year on and off the field and we are appreciative to everything he has meant for our program,” said Coach Thompson about Uhlenhopp’s contributions to the team.
Jake Kockler was the only other Lion with multiple hits. His singles scored a run. Tanner Truesdell and Austin Kessler accounted for the remainder of the Lions’ seven hits in the game. Truesdell got on base with a double.
Elliott Neuberger pitched five and two-thirds innings for the Lions, giving up two hits and striking out three. Ozzie Adams was on the mound for two frames. He was touched for four hits and struck out two.
“I told our kids after the game that hopefully after the wound this game made has some time to heal they can look back at their season and see that although it didn’t end like any of us wanted they were able to accomplish some pretty remarkable things throughout the year,” said Coach Thompson. “And the nice thing about being such a young team is that almost all of them get a chance next year to come out and do what we need to do to finish the season off on a better note. Overall though, to end with a 22-10 record and finish second in what turned out to be a very good North Central Conference baseball conference is a big step in the right direction for these kids and our program.”
Lions top W-CL-T; fall to New Hampton
The Lions baseball team split a pair of games against non-conference opponents in the final week of the regular season.
CL 15, W-CL-T 0
It took just four innings for the Lions to dismantle Woden-Crystal Lake-Titonka Monday, July 12.
Clear Lake pounded out 12 hits in the game, led by Ozzie Adams’ three. Michael Keeran and Tanner Tusha each had two. Adams had two doubles, while Keeran had one.
Gavin Sheakley also had a double. Alex Uhlenhopp, Elliott Neuberger, Jake Kockler, Antonio DiMarco all reached base on singles.
Neuberger and Colin Lobdell shared the pitching duties, with Neuberger getting the win. Each allowed one hit. Neuberger struck out two.
“I thought we were very sharp offensively, collecting 12 hits as a team in only three innings of batting (15-run rule in effect after four innings),” said Coach Seth Thompson. “We had a good approach at the plate and found some good pitches to hit and put some good swings on the ball.”
New Hampton 7, CL 5
Mental mistakes on offense and defense cost the Lions a win Tuesday, July 13, at New Hampton.
“New Hampton is a very good offensive club, but we bailed out their defense a few times with some mental mistakes and poor at-bats,” said Coach Thompson.
The coach was pleased that his team didn’t go down easy. The Lions scored four runs in the final inning and brought the go-ahead run to the plate after being down 7-1.
“I liked to see us go down clawing, but we came up a hit or two short,” said Thompson.
The Lions had just six hits in the game, with Alex Uhlenhopp and Jake Kockler swinging for doubles and Ozzie Adams, Zack Bendickson, Elliott Neuberger and Austin Kessler striking singles.
Waverly-SR tops Clear Lake in Class 3A Regional softball semi-final
Waverly-Shell Rock broke open a 4-0 game in the sixth inning and went on to capture a Class 3A Regional semi-final win Monday, July 12, at Waverly.
The Go-Hawks added six runs in the sixth inning to shut out the Lions, who had just four hits in the game. The top of the Lions’ order, Rea Faber, Brittany Mumm and Macey Hansen, each had singles. Emma Schiller got the other hit for the Lions.
“The Waverly game was a tough game. We knew going in it was a tall order; they are a good team with good offensive power,” said Lions Coach Nicki Petersburg.
Pitcher Taylor Diehl had a good outing for the Lions. She struck out four and the Go-Hawks had seven hits in five and one-third innings. The Lions committed three errors, which contributed to three unearned runs. “
“Taylor Diehl did an excellent job of keeping their bats silent for several innings,” noted Coach Petersburg. “Had we brought our bats, the game would’ve been entirely different. Unfortunately we had a rough sixth inning and our season ended.”
Petersburg noted that the Lions had an improved season and can look to next year with optimism.
“We won more than last year, continued to gain experience, and fought very well at times,” she said. “My goal for next year is to bring the fight every game, not just occasionally or in close games.”
Clear Lake finished the season with a record of 14-16.
CLHS students to participate in Shrine Bowl this weekend
An annual favorite returns to Jack Trice Stadium in Ames this Saturday, July 24. The 38th annual 
Iowa Shrine Bowl All-Star Football Classic game will begin at 7 p.m. and include talented high school football players and cheer squad members from around the state. Clear Lake will be represented by one football player and two cheerleaders.
Ethan Tindall, a 2010 graduate of Clear Lake High School, was selected to play in the Shrine Bowl Classic. The game is between Iowa’s top pre-college athletes on each side of a north-south dividing line. They are selected by a process of nomination by coaches, balloting by state-wide sports media professionals, and official invitation from a representative of the Iowa Shrine Bowl.
Alicia Abbott and Olivia Richardson were chosen as cheerleaders for the North team.
To date, the Iowa Shrine Bowl has raised over $2,000,000 for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Funds for Shriners Hospital for Children are developed by ticket sales, advertising in the Shrine Bowl program, merchandise sales, contributions and sponsorships.
Sport Shorts
Clear Lake to host volleyball camps
The Clear Lake volleyball coaching staff will hold volleyball camps in August. A camp for girls entering grades 9-12 will be held on Aug. 4 and 5, from 8-11 a.m. in the high school gym. A camp for girls entering grades 6-8 will be held on Aug. 4, 5 and 6, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the high school gym. The cost for the camps is $30. The camps will include instruction in all the basic fundamentals of volleyball. Forms will be available at Clear Creek, the Middle School and the High School offices. If interested in attending contact Dale Ludwig at 357-5235 or 357-1796 for a camp form and/or further information.
Run For Life to come through Clear Lake
Zach Liddle is set to run across the state of Iowa July 21-30, in the "Run For Life" to raise funds for cancer. Liddle will reach Clear Lake on Saturday, July 24 and will leave Sunday, July 25 on his way to Rockford. "Run for Life” will be contributing to the American Cancer Society and the Lance Armstrong Foundation. For more information on ways to donate contact Liddle at zlrunforlife@gmail.com or mail donations to "Run For Life”, 1196 Hilton Ave., Plainfield, IA 50666.
Oak Hills Ladies enjoy a day of golf
On July 15, the ladies of Oak Hills played nine holes of golf. The theme for the day was that the ladies could only use their woods and putter. The low score for the event was Jenny Tomlinson with a 36. The other events were won by Joan Gribben and Ardie Haugen. Door prizes were won by Lark Robert, Ardie Haugen, Jean Quintero, Mary Sue Friest, Rainy Bartleson, and Deb Weber. Chip-ins were made by Joan Gribben on #7 and Ina Mayland on #8. The ladies meet every Thursday at 8:45 a.m. and begin play promptly at 9 a.m. All area women are welcome.
Ladies Day at All Vet's Golf Course
The following All Vet's Ladies from Clear Lake split the chip in pot for Wednesday, July 14: Jeri Dockhorn, Kathy Vine and Jill Tarr. Margaret Petersen received a birdie pin for hole number 5. The play of the day was awarded to Laura Garman, Becky Baack and Shirley Miller. July 21 is the Club's 18 Hole Handicap Tournament. All women are welcome to join the group on July 28 for total score on all of the par four holes. For further information call Ginger at 357-8231.
Ventura athletes reminded to get physicals
Athletic physicals will not be offered this year at the Ventura Community School District. All athletes in grades 7-12 are reminded that they need to schedule their physicals with their family doctors. Forms are availabe on the school website or can be picked up at registration.
Ventura to hold cheerleading tryouts
Val Imhoff has been hired as the new Ventura cheerleading coach. Girls interested in trying out for cheerleading need to sign up during registration or call the high school office at 829-4484. Imhoff will contact those interested with a schedule for practices and try-out times.
Harmony Ranch to hold Golf Tournament
Harmony Ranch is hosting its annual golf tournament on Saturday, July 31, at the Garner Golf Course. The tournament is a four person best shot event for 9 holes with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The entry fee is $35 per person which includes green fees, golf cart, lunch and chance to win great prizes. Anyone interested in the tournament may receive more information and registration forms from Ron Arispe at 357-4150 or email rcarispe@netins.net
Tournament time
Clear Lake girls rally to top Forest City
The Clear Lake softball team mounted one of its most memorable comebacks in recent history 
and advanced to the Regional semi-final with a 10-9 victory over Forest City Saturday night.
The Lions were down 9-2 in the fourth inning of the Regional quarterfinal, but four runs in the fifth and sixth innings lifted them to the one-run win.
“I can’t say enough about how proud of our girls I am!” said Coach Nicki Petersburg. “Overcoming a seven-run deficit to win by one was outstanding. We played with a lot of fight and a lot of believe and no one quit.”
The Lions collected 16 hits in the post-season win. Rea Faber, Macey Hansen and Emma Schiller had three hits apiece. Brittany Mumm, Ashley Willms and Jordan Crosser had two hits apiece.
Pitcher Taylor Diehl settled down after a shaky start and got the win. She surrendered five hits and struck out two. The Lions defense was also shaky early on and committed six errors in the game.
The Indians also had their share of defensive struggles. Forest City committed five errors during Clear Lake’s rally.
“I told the girls that we knew that Forest City was going to hit and that we had to bring our bats and hit too,” said Coach Petersburg. “ We played with a lot of fight and a lot of believe and no one quit. This win erases all the bad losses we’ve had this year. I’m very proud!”
The victory over Forest City sent Clear Lake to Waverly Monday night to play the host team. W-SR defeated Charles City 7-6 in the Regional quarterfinal.
CL 6, IF-A 1
The Lions started the last week of the regular season by playing Iowa Falls-Alden at home on Tuesday, July 6. Clear Lake was a 6-1 winner.
Coach Petersburg called the victory a good team effort and win. “Just about everyone had a hit, several different girls scored runs, and we only committed one error. I was very happy with the way we fought back after a devastating loss to Mason City the Friday before.”
Macey Hansen paced the Lion offense with three hits, two of them doubles. She finished with six RBIs. Rea Faber and Brittany Mumm each had two hits, with one of Faber’s being a double. Kathryn Nieman also had a double.
CL 17, C-G 5
The Lions did all the little things offensively and got a big win Wednesday, July 7. They topped Clarion-Goldfield 17-5.
Fifteen hits, including triples off the bats of Rea Faber and Kathryn Nieman, powered the Lions. Nieman had five hits in the contest, while Faber finished with three. Brittany Mumm and Rachel Kopriva each had two.
Taylor Diehl pitched the win. She gave up eight hits and struck out two.
Coach Petersburg said the Lions would have to concentrate on eliminating errors. Five errors blemished the win.
Humboldt 9, CL 1; Humboldt 16, CL 3 (6)
The Lions finished the regular season with a double-header at home against Humboldt on Thursday. The Wildcats handled the Lions, 9-1 and 16-3.
“Both games were terrible losses for us. We didn’t show up to play, had 11 errors and 12 hits on the night; not a winning formula,” said Coach Petersburg.
In the first game, five errors again pulled the team down. The team was also held to six hits, with no player getting more than one. The top of the order supplied the offense. Rea Faber, Brittany Mumm, Kathryn Nieman, Emma Schiller, Ashley Willms and Rachel Kopriva had singles.
In the second game, Humboldt continued to pour on the offense. They pounded 15 hits off of pitcher Sarah Barlow in five innings. Meanwhile, the Lions managed just five hits. Rea Faber had three of those. Kathryn Nieman and Emma Schiller had the other hits.
“We finished the regular season on a sour note, but with a better record than we’ve had in a couple years,” pointed out Petersburg. The Lions were 13-15 overall; 9-9 in the conference, tied for fourth with three other teams.
Clear Lake boys top 20 win mark
The Clear Lake baseball team continued to impress last week by going 6-0, including a win 
over a ranked opponent. The Lions finished the North Central Conference season 14-4 in second place and are currently 21-8 overall. This Clear Lake team is the first since 2004 to earn 20 wins. They are slated to play three regular season games this week before starting district play in Algona Friday against Humboldt.
CL 9, IF-A 3; CL 6, IF-A 3
The Lions bounced back from a loss with an error-free game and 9-3 win over Iowa Falls-Alden Tuesday, July 6. The double header was capped with a 6-3 Lions win.
Michael Keeran and Zac Bendickson each had three hits in the game. One of Bendickson’s was a home run.
Coach Seth Thompson said the game was testimony to the balance which is developing in the Lion line-up.
Ozzie Adams had two hits in the game for two RBIs. Tanner Truesdell and Alex Uhlenhopp had one apiece.
Elliott Neuberger for the win, pitching five innings and giving up six hits. He struck out three. Uhlenhopp pitched the final two innings.
In the nightcap, seven Lions collected 11 hits in the win. Adams had three of the hits, good for two RBI. Bendickson stayed hot with a pair of hits. Uhlenhopp stroked a double, while Neuberger and Jake Kockler had singles for RBIs. Austin Kessler and Michael Keeran also had hits.
Gavin Sheakley threw for the Lions. He struck out seven and gave up seven hits to the Cadets.
CL 6, C-G 4
Wednesday the Lions were at Clarion for an NCC game. Clear Lake scored six runs in the second, then held on for a 6-4 victory.
“We were able to make some defensive plays and pitches to get us out of some key jams and that is always a good thing to see, especially on the road,” said Coach Seth Thompson.
Balance was again evident in the line-up, as six batters figured in the eight hits. Michael Keeran and Tanner Truesdell had two hits apiece. One of Truesdell’s was a double.
Collin Lobdell pitched the win. Over six innings he gave up seven hits and struck out three.
CL 6, Central Springs 3
Class 2A’s number nine rated Central Springs provided the Lions with a good tune-up to post season play. The Lions earned a 6-3 victory on their home field Thursday.
“It is fun to see our kids step out on the field feeling, despite the ranking and conference championship, their opponents had the feeling they were the better team and getting the win,” said Coach Thompson.
The Lions’s defense played well behind a good pitching effort by Ozzie Adams. Adams led the offensive attack as well, with three hits including a double and three RBIs. Jack Kockler, Tanner Truesdell, Elliott Neuberger, Austin Kessler and Tanner Tusha scattered the remainder of the team’s eight hits.
CL 4, Humboldt 1; CL 9, Humboldt 6
The busy week took a toll, but the Lions came away with a pair of wins over Humboldt Friday.
“I thought we looked like a team that had just played six games in four days,” said Coach Thompson. “Our defense made some mental and physical mistakes and our offense took a while to get going, but fortunately was able to string together two four-run innings.”
In the first game, Jake Kockler was on the mound for six innings and kept the Lions in the lead. He gave up four hits and struck out six. Elliott Neuberger was brought in to relieve in the final inning and he earned a save.
Coach Thompson thought his offense was a bit sluggish, but got the job done with six hits.
In the second game, Ryan Iverson pitched himself nicely out of some tough spots early, keeping the Lions in the game. Elliott Neuberger came in for the last inning to get his second save of the night.
“It was great to see Alex Uhlenhopp, our only senior, on senior night come through with the hit to give us the lead in the sixth inning.” Uhlenhopp finished with a pair of hits and RBIs. He also scored twice.
Michael Keeran also had two hits. Tanner Truesdell, Neuberger, Austin Kessler and Iverson each had one hit.
Lions will be represented in Shrine Bowl
Clear Lake will be represented by one football player and two cheerleaders at the 38th Annual Iowa Shrine Bowl Game.
Ethan Tindall, a 2010 graduate of Clear Lake High School, was selected to play in the Shrine Bowl Classic. The game is between Iowa’s top pre-college athletes on each side of a north-south dividing line. They are selected by a process of nomination by coaches, balloting by state-wide sports media professionals, and official invitation from a representative of the Iowa Shrine Bowl.
Alicia Abbott and Olivia Richardson were chosen as cheerleaders for the North team.
The game will be played on July 24, at 7 p.m. at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. Gates open at 5 p.m.
To date, the Iowa Shrine Bowl has raised over $2,000,000 for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Funds for Shriners Hospital for Children are developed by ticket sales, advertising in the Shrine Bowl program, merchandise sales, contributions and sponsorships. All profits are sent to Shriners Hospital For Children.
To purchase a $10 ticket or to buy an ad for the program book, contact Tindall at 357-1631.
Three Lions sign on to play golf at NIACC
Three members of Clear Lake High School’s golf team have signed letters of intent to play golf on the collegiate level with North Iowa Area Community College.
Adam Brinkman, Tanner Rollefson and Harrison Webb were among seven North Iowa golfers signed for the 2010-2011 golf season.
“I’m always looking to get the best local talent to compete in the tough Region XI conference and I feel this group of players is going to battle for that championship,” said Chris Frenz, NIACC golf coach.
“Brinkman, Rollefson, and Webb were members of a solid golf program at Clear Lake and all helped their team achieve great results,” said Frenz. “I look forward to their leadership both on and off the course.”
In addition to the three Lions, the Trojan men’s golf team signed Bryan Berte, of Algona Garrigan and Brandon Wood, of Rockford, to join the NIACC team for 2010-2011. Berte also hails from a successful program at Algona-Garrigan, which just wrapped up their season with a state tournament win. Wood brings additional excitement to the NIACC campus since he will be a member of two NIACC sport teams - golf and basketball.
The five new signees will join sophomore members: Kade Jones, Garner; Cole Muhlenbruch, Thornton; Sean Murray, Waterloo-Columbus, Conor Heiden, Denison, and Zach Plathe, Algona.
The Trojan women’s golf team has received commitments from Brianna Nelson, Glenville, Minn. and Shelby Tapp, Hampton. Nelson and Tapp will join a core team of lady golfers that include National Tournament qualifier, Cristina Monson, Clear Lake, and teammates Taylor Evenson, Osage; Kaley Rima, Oelwein; and Cortney Monson, Clear Lake.
Sport Shorts
Ventura to hold cheerleading tryouts
Val Imhoff has been hired as the new Ventura cheerleading coach. Girls interested in trying out for cheerleading need to sign up during registration or call the high school office at 829-4484. Imhoff will contact those interested with a schedule for practices and try-out times.
NIACC to hold Youth Soccer Camp
NIACC soccer will hold a 2010 Youth Soccer Camp from July 26-29, 9 a.m. to noon, at the NIACC campus on the soccer fields. The camp is for children ages 6-14. Registration is $40. To register call NIACC Head Soccer Coach Mike Regan at 641-422-4276 or toll-free 1-888-GO NIACC, ext. 4276 or visit www.niaccsportscamps.com. Campers will need to bring a water bottle, snacks and a soccer ball with them.
Ladies Day at All Vet's Golf Course
District tournament was held at Greene on Monday, July 12. The All Vet's Women's team consisted of Laura Garman, Chyrl Bergvig, Ione Hayungs, Jackie Quinn, and Lana Ringus as the alternate. Ladies' Day prizes were awarded to Jeri Dockhorn, Jill Tarr, and Margaret Petersen. The Handicap Tournament will be held Wednesday, July 21. All women are welcome to join us on Wednesdays at 8:30. Lunch is served at 11:30 a .m. For further information call Ginger at 357-8231.
Oak Hills Ladies enjoy a day of golf
On July 8, 23 ladies participated in a round of golf at Oak Hills Golf Course in Clear Lake. One of the events of the day was to tee-off with a left-handed club on # 1 for the longest drive. It was won by Linda Ackarman whose ball almost landed on the green. The other events of the day were won by Mary Sue Friest and Vernell Alexandres. Door prizes were won by Eleanor Madden, Joan Gribben, Barb Leonard, Linda Ackarman, and Ina Mayland. Jean Quintero had a birdie on # 5. The ladies meet every Thursday at 8:45 a.m. and begin play promptly at 9 a.m. All area women are welcome.
Harmony Ranch to hold Golf Tournament
Harmony Ranch is hosting its annual golf tournament on Saturday, July 31, at the Garner Golf Course. The tournament is a four person best shot event for 9 holes with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The entry fee is $35 per person which includes green fees, golf cart, lunch and chance to win prizes. Anyone interested in the tournament may receive more information and registration forms from Ron Arispe at 357-4150 or email rcarispe@netins.net
Advantage Basketball Camp comes to town
Advantage Basketball Camp will be at Clear Lake High School, July 26-July 30. The five day camp is a ball handling and basketball shooting camp. Camp will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information visit www.advantagebasketball.com or contact Sue Keefe at 641-357-7010.
UPSET: Lions stun Mason City
It was a huge week for the Clear Lake baseball team. The Lions dropped an important North 
Central Conference game to Hampton-Dumont, but bounced back with a stunning, bottom-of-the-seventh inning victory over Mason City. The week ended with a split against Algona and Webster City.
The Lions are 15-8 and 9-4 (second place) in the conference heading into the final full week of the season. The Lions are at Clarion tonight (Wednesday), then host Central Springs in a non-conference tilt Thursday. Friday Humboldt will be in town and Monday, June 12, play Woden-Crystal Lake/Titonka in JV-varsity games. Tuesday, July 13, the Lions travel to New Hampton.
H-D 3, CL 2
Hampton-Dumont and Clear Lake played like the cream of the North Central Conference crop on Monday, June 28. The league-leading Bulldogs, ranked number eight in class 3A, held on for a 3-2 win over the Lions.
“I thought that this was a very well-played and well-pitched game,” said Clear Lake Coach Seth Thompson. “We were able to claw back into the game against one of the best pitchers in the area, but unfortunately just came up a couple hits short.”
With the win, the Bulldogs (11-1) control their own destiny to capture the conference crown. The loss put the Lions in second place alone at 8-3.
Ozzie Adams had some trouble early, but settled down on the mound. He gave up seven hits and struck out four in six innings pitched. The Lions committed four errors in the game.
“I thought Ozzie did a wonderful job after allowing a couple early runs of finding a groove and keeping an excellent offensive team at bay for the rest of the game,” said Coach Thompson.
The Lions scored their two runs off three hits. Adams and Zach Bendickson each had doubles which scored runs. Jake Kockler also reached base on a single.
CL 5, MC 4
For the first time since 2003, the Lions knocked off Mason City. And they did it in impressive fashion against the number two ranked team in Class 4A.
“We found out a lot about this young team tonight, coming out and competing their hearts out after an emotionally-draining and disappointing loss playing for their conference lead the night before,” said Coach Thompson. “I think this game shows these kids just how good they can be when all 9-plus guys find a way to contribute to help their team win. Most teams in their position would be happy just competing against the number two team in 4A, but these kids honestly felt they could beat them and were able to mount a four-run rally in the bottom of the seventh inning to turn those hopes into reality.”
The seventh inning rally began when Austin Kessler reached on a walk to start the inning. Zach Bendickson tagged his second double of the game and two more Lions reached on errors before the Mohawks finally recorded an out. Coach Thompson called the first of two squeeze plays with number nine hitter Tanner Tusha at the plate. Tusha’s bunt was perfect and the Lions tied the game at 4-4.
Elliott Neuberger fueled the excitement when he laid down another perfect bunt to score Alex Uhlenhopp for the win.
Bendickson and Uhlenhopp were the offensive leaders in the game for the Lions, finishing with two hits apiece. Uhlenhopp had two RBI. Neuberger, Michael Keeran and Tusha had the remainder of the Lions’ seven hits in the game.
The other amazing part of the game was the performance of freshman pitcher Gavin Sheakley. Making just his third start of the season, Sheakley was calm under pressure. He gave up seven hits in the win.
“I can’t say enough about what an individual accomplishment it was for Gavin Sheakley to do what he did on the mound against an offense like that as a freshman in his 3rd varsity start,” said Thompson. “To not just find a way to record 21 outs, but also be able to keep his team in the game against an offense like that is truly remarkable.”
Thompson hopes the non-conference win will supply the team with the confidence and experience it will need heading into District play in another week.
“Hopefully it gives these kids a little taste of how exciting and rewarding it can be to get big wins against really good teams. I hope for their sake they have even more exciting wins to come yet this season.”
CL 5, Algona 3
The Lions picked up a tough win on the road Wednesday against Algona. Elliott Neuberger was sharp on the mound, turning away nine Bulldogs with strikeouts and allowing just six hits.
“Any win on the road in conference against a good team is a good win. You never know what to expect after back to back nights like we had Monday and Tuesday, but these kids came out and got the job done against a good Algona team,” said the coach. “This field in Algona will be the site of districts for us, so to get a win on that field against a team that could be our district final opponent will hopefully help us bring some positive energy into districts in a few weeks.”
Jake Kockler and Ozzie Adams had two hits apiece for the Lions. Zach Bendickson, Michael Keeran, Alex Uhlenhopp and Tanner Tusha each had one. Tusha picked up a pair of RBIs.
WC 9, CL 7
“This game was decided by which team played better defensively, and unfortunately that wasn’t us tonight,” said a disappointed Coach Thompson after Friday’s game against Webster City. Despite pounding out 10 hits, the Lions went down, 9-7.
“We beat these guys 7-2 at their place while giving up eight hits and two walks, and tonight gave up fewer hits (6) and the same number of walks and gave up 7 more runs than the game before,” noted Thompson. “Some nights you are sharper defensively than others, but as a team we mentally need to be tougher than we showed tonight. Losses can be turned from negatives to positives if they can show us as a team and as individuals what we need to work on and hopefully we can learn that from tonight.”
Ozzie Adams and Colin Lobdell each had a pair of hits, with Lobdell picking up three RBIs. Michael Keeran continued to swing a hit bat. He had a hit and three walks to score two runs. Elliott Neuberger, Jake Kockler, Zach Bendickson, Austin Kessler and Tanner Tusha all had hits.
Adams took the loss on the mound. He struck out 11, but gave up six hits. The Lions were charged with eight costly errors.
A week of ups and downs for the Clear Lake girls
It was a bit of an up and down week for the Clear Lake girls softball team last week.
The Lions played in Hampton Monday and won, 12-3. Tuesday the team traveled to Iowa Falls and lost, 2-1. Wednesday and Thursday the Lions picked up wins against Algona and Webster City, but Friday, a highly regarded Mason City team handled the Lions, 13-1.
This week the Lions are at Clarion-Goldfield tonight (Wednesday), then host Humboldt Thursday. The team begins Regional play Saturday by hosting Forest City at 7 p.m.
CL 13, H-D 3
The Lions recorded a well-deserved win against Hampton-Dumont Monday.
“We worked hard throughout and got the job done in style,” said Coach Nikki Petersburg.
The Lions knocked out 15 hits in the contest, led by Emma Schiller’s three. One of those was a double. Rea Faber, Brittany Mumm, Kathryn Nieman, Macey Hansen and Jordan Crosser each had two hits. Mumm was the leader in RBIs with four.
Taylor Diehl picked up the win on the mound. The Bulldogs touched her for seven hits. She struck out one.
IF-A 2, CL 1
In contrast to Monday’s game, the Lions were in a defensive battle with Iowa Falls-Alden on Tuesday.
The Cadets used a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the sixth inning to earn the win.
“This loss was tough, mostly because it was such a good game by both teams from the beginning to the end,” said Coach Petersburg.
Clear Lake’s lone run was provided by freshman Olivia Myers, who sent a solo shot over the center field fence. “She had a good week!” noted the coach.
Brittany Mumm, Kathryn Nieman and Macey Hansen had the remainder of the Lions’ four hits in the game.
Taylor Diehl gave up eight hits while taking the loss on the mound. She struck out two.
CL 10, Algona 5
Taylor Diehl and the Lion defense held off a potent Algona offense in Wednesday night’s game. The Lions used nine hits to score 10 runs and get the win.
Lead-off batter Rea Faber did her part, getting on base three times and picking up three RBIs in the game. Brittany Mumm and Kathryn Nieman followed with one hit and RBI apiece. Number five batter Macey Hansen used one hit to bring in two runs for the Lions. Jordan Crosser and Emma Schiller also had hits and Taylor Diehl helped her cause with a single.
Diehl pitched the win, striking out two. The Bulldogs had seven hits in the game.
CL 4, WC 1
It was payback time when the Lions hosted Webster City Thursday night.
“They beat us bad the week (11-1) before and their hometown newspaper smeared our names, got facts wrong, and printed a very unsportsman-like article,” reported Coach Petersburg. “That was our motivation and the win felt good all the way around!”
Petersburg called her team’s effort their “best game of the year” and noted Diehl had her best outing on the mound to date. The Lions won, 4-1.
The Lynx managed just four hits off Diehl in the game and she struck out three. The Lions played errorless ball.
Clear Lake’s four runs were scored on three hits. Rea Faber continued to use her speed and bunted and ran her way on base once in the game. Macey Hansen and Jordan Crosser had the other hits.
While the Lynx pitcher Kaitlyn Biere struck out 10 in the game, she walked two and her defense let her down. Webster City’s four errors helped the Lions get on top. Clear Lake committed no errors.
MC 13, CL 1
Mason City proved it is deserving of the attention it is receiving this year as a touch contender in Class 4A. The Mohawks cruised to a 13-1 victory in five innings Friday to close out the week.
“Mason City is a tough team. They probably don’t get all the credit they deserve because they play in such a tough conference,” said Coach Petersburg. “We found out the hard way how good their pitching and hitting is. We didn’t show up to play and the score reflects that.”
Rea Faber got the Lions’ only hit off pitcher Lexy Pederson She also had a stolen base to get her in position to score a run.
Taylor Diehl pitched the majority of the game for the Lions. The Mohawks picked up 12 hits and had seven earned runs off her. She struck out two. Sarah Barlow came in an struck out one.
The Lions were hampered by seven errors.
Sport Shorts
Ventura to hold cheerleading tryouts
Val Imhoff has been hired as the new Ventura cheerleading coach. Girls interested in trying out for cheerleading need to sign up during registration or call the high school office at 829-4484. Imhoff will contact those interested with a schedule for practices and try-out times.
NIACC to hold Youth Soccer Camp
NIACC soccer will hold a 2010 Youth Soccer Camp from July 26-29, 9 a.m. to noon, at the NIACC campus on the soccer fields. The camp is for children ages 6-14. Registration is $40. To register call NIACC Head Soccer Coach Mike Regan at 641-422-4276 or toll-free 1-888-GO NIACC, ext. 4276 or visit www.niaccsportscamps.com. Campers will need to bring a water bottle, snacks and a soccer ball with them.
Oak Hills Ladies enjoy a day of golf
On Thursday, July 1, 28 ladies played nine holes of golf at Oak Hills Golf Course in Clear Lake. The events of the day were won by Margaret Dodge, Aryls Spurlin, and Linda Ackarman. Door prizes were won by Fran Juhlin, Margaret Dodge, Linda Ackarman, Judy Borchardt, Marion Petersburg, and Arlys Spurlin. All area ladies are welcome to come and join in the fun every Thursday at 8:45 a.m.
Ladies Day at All Vet's Golf Course
All Vet's Ladies Day in Clear Lake is getting ready for district tournament play on July 12 at Greene, Iowa. Prizes were awarded to Laura Garman, Naomi Nowland and Coral Conklin. On July 14 play of the day will be throw out the score of your two best holes. Non-members are welcome to join the group on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. For more informaion call Ginger at 357-8231.
Harmony Ranch to hold Golf Tournament
Harmony Ranch is hosting its annual golf tournament on Saturday, July 31, at the Garner Golf Course. The tournament is a four person best shot event for 9 holes with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The entry fee is $35 per person which includes green fees, golf cart, lunch and chance to win great prizes. Anyone interested in the tournament may receive more information and registration forms from Ron Arispe at 357-4150 or email rcarispe@netins.net
Storm moves on after topping Chicago
The Sioux Falls Storm advanced to the Indoor Football Leagues United Conference finals with a 47-33 victory over the Chicago Slaughter on Saturday, July 3, in Sioux Falls. Brian McIntire, a former Clear Lake High School standout football player, is a member of the Storm. The Storm, who defeated Omaha in last week’s first round, will host Wichita on Saturday, July 10, in Sioux Falls. The winner of that match-up will reach in the IFL finals.
Impressive Lions rally some wins
The Clear Lake Lions continue to impress. After starting the season 2-4, the team improved to 13-6 overall with five more wins last week.
CL 12, St. Ed’s 9
St. Ed’s 5, CL 4 (8)
Class 2A’s defending state champs, the Gaels of Fort Dodge St. Ed’s, hosted a doubleheader with the Lions Monday, June 21. The Lions earned a hard-fought split, taking the first game 12-9, but dropping the second 5-4 in eight innings.
In the first game, Tanner Truesdell had a great night at the plate, going four-for-four with two doubles, a home run and seven RBIs to lead the Lion offensive attack.
Alex Uhlenhopp’s three hits, one of them a triple, brought in three runs in the game.
Ozzie Adams had two hits in the game, one of them a double. He pitched the win, giving up four hits and striking out three. Elliott Neuberger came in to relieve and struck out three. He was stung for 10 hits. Neuberger and Zach Bendickson also had doubles in the win.
In the second game, hits were a bit harder to come by and the Lions fell 5-4 in eight innings. Colin Lobdell took the loss on the mound, giving up four hits.
Jake Kockler had two of Clear Lake’s five hits in the contest. Adams, Mike Keeran and Tanner Tusha each had one. Tanner Truesdell was credited with a pair of RBIs.
CL 6, St. Ansgar 0
CL 6, St. Ansgar 1
Freshman pitcher Gavin Sheakley had a break-out performance in a pair of non-conference games played against St. Ansgar Tuesday, June 22. Sheakley shut down a St. Ansgar team that was 14-5 entering the game. He pitched a total of nine innings over the two games, only allowing one run on a wild pitch on a dropped third strike in game two.
“For a freshman getting his first varsity start to get not just one, but two wins, is something hopefully he can build on in his young career,” said Coach Seth Thompson. “Our offense did a nice job of applying constant pressure on their defense, scoring 12 runs in the eight innings we batted.”
In game one, which the Lions won 6-0 in five innings, the team pounded out 12 hits. Jake Kockler led the way with three hits, including a double. Elliott Neuberger, Mike Keeran and Tanner Tusha had two hits apiece. Neuberger’s were both triples.
In the second game, Kockler continued to be in the zone. He smacked two of the teams’ six hits over five innings.
The Clear Lake offense used three hits and three walks in the first inning to establish a 4-0 lead. Neuberger drove in two runs in the frame with a double.
CL 16, Lake Mills 11 (8)
Clear Lake was back in action on Thursday when it played Lake Mills in another nonconference affair. Coach Seth Thompson knew it wasn’t pretty, but he was pleased with a 16-11 win.
“I have always felt as a coach that every walk my pitchers give up takes a few days off my life. If this theory is true, after games like tonight I hope I was supposed to live a really long life originally,” joked Thompson. “To these kids’ credit they proved it is indeed possible to win a game even when giving up 16 walks, three hit batters and a grand slam.”
The Lions were on their way to big win when their lead began to evaporate in the sixth inning. They responded with seven runs in the eighth inning to get a victory.
“They really hung in there to get the win against a really good Lake Mills team on the road that was 16-3 entering the game,” added Thompson.
The Lion leader credited catcher Tanner Tusha with doing a great job early wiping out some of the early walks issued by Lion pitchers. “He made some great plays to get some outs on the bases, and our only senior Alex Uhlenhopp gave us a huge lift by getting the last three outs coming in with the bases loaded in the eighth inning.”
Lions recording multiple hits in the game were Mike Keeran (3), Zach Bendickson (2), Ozzie Adams (2), Austin Kessler (2) and Colin Lobdell (2). Lobdell had a team-leading four RBI.
CL 6, Garrigan 1
The Lions stayed one game out of the North Central Conference lead heading into a showdown with Hampton with a 6-1 win over Garrigan Friday, June 25.
Elliott Neuberger led the way with a sharp night on the mound and offensively getting his first homerun of the year.
The game was suspended due to the threat of severe weather in the bottom of the sixth inning and by rule became a complete game reverting back to the last completed inning (fifth) when it was rained out.
Softball team endures a long week on the road
The Clear Lake girls endured a long week, playing six games-- all on the road. The Lions went 1-5 on the week, making their record 8-11 overall and 4-6 in the North Central Conference.
St. Ed’s 6, CL 0
St. Ed’s 11, CL 3
Timely hitting was the difference in the first of two games played against St. Ed’s Monday.
“The first game was much closer than the score reflects,” said Coach Nikki Petersburg. “We had more runners on and several times our runners were in scoring position with less than two outs. We just never capitalized. St. Eds got runners on here and there, but the difference was they had hits with runners on while we got outs.”
The Lions had six hits in the game, led by Rea Faber with two. Ashley Willms, Jordan Crosser, Taylor Diehl and Rachel Kopriva all had singles.
Diehl pitched in the loss. St. Ed’s had six hits; Diehl struck out one.
In the second game, St. Ed’s powered up its offense and used 12 hits to defeat the Lions 11-3. The Lions managed just five hits, with two again provided by Faber. Brittany Mumm, Kathryn Nieman and Emma Schiller had the others. Mumm and Nieman got the RBIs.
Sarah Barlow pitched for the Lions. She gave up 11 hits in the loss.
CL 8, Garner 1
The Lions picked up a much-needed win Tuesday at Garner. They won the non-conference game by a score of 8-1.
“We had solid defense, a super second inning offensively, and we played much better than in the several games previous,” noted Coach Petersburg.
The Lions were propelled by nine hits. Macey Hansen had three of those, while Rea Faber stroked two for a pair of RBIs.
Brittany Mumm, Ashley Willms, Olivia Myers and Jordan Crosser all had hits.
Taylor Diehl was the winning pitcher. She limited the Cards to seven hits and struck out one.
Webster City 11, CL 1
Webster City swung hot bats and the Lions were cold offensively and defensively in an 11-1 game played Wednesday. “Again, the opposing team showed how good of a hitting team they are and we didn’t. Making matters worse, we had seven defensive errors,” noted Coach Petersburg.
Rea Faber had half of Clear Lake’s four hits in the game. Olivia Myers and Rachel Kopriva got on base with singles.
Taylor Diehl gave up 14 hits in the game and struck out four.
Forest City 11, CL 3
Forest City won a non-conference game against the Lions Thursday. The game was much closer than the score indicates, as the Lions put pressure on the Indians, especially in the early innings.
As the game wore on, errors began to mount for the Lions. They committed seven in the game.
Macey Hansen had a good night at the plate, going two-for-two with a two-run home run and an intentional walk.
Olivia Myers also continued to hit well. She tallied two singles. Rea Faber, Kathryn Nieman and Hannah Bartlett all singled.
Forest City stung pitcher Taylor Diehl for 13 hits; she struck out four.
Garrigan 2, CL 0
Bishop Garrigan’s Kelly Klein pitched a very tough five innings, holding off the Lion bats until the sixth and seventh innings, which proved to be too late.
Garrigan earned a 2-0 victory.
“We committed no errors, battled hard to get bases loaded in the top of the seventh, and showed serious determination. This loss almost counts as a win in my book,” said Coach Petersburg.
The Lions were held to just two hits in the game. Macey Hansen and Ashley Willms reached base on singles.
Sarah Barlow was on the mound for the Lions. She was touched for seven hits and struck out one.
Lovell and Monson earn All-State recognition
A pair of Clear Lake High School golfers have earned All-State honors.
Meg Monson, leader of the Lions’ Class 3A championship team, was named as a First Team All-Stater. Monson, a sophomore, was also a First Team selection last year.
Chris Lovell, a senior, was also a repeat selection. The CLHS senior was a Second Team Class 3A pick for the second straight year. Lovell was the leader of the Lions team which placed fourth at State this year.