Tuesday, June 29, 2010

SABES FOUNDATION TOOK ON INFORMATION INVESTORS GROUP IN THE SECOND GAME

In the second game the Sabes Foundation took on the Information Investors Group. Both teams came out strong as they were able to find their shots early on in the game.

Rodney Williams was able to find his shot in the first quarter. Both teams were able to get out and run in the first quarter. Both teams wanted to control the tempo of the game from the beginning of it.


At the end of the first quarter the score was Sabes Foundation 19 and Information Investors Group 24.

The Information Investors Group continued to shoot the ball well as they were able to knock down the shots they were putting up.

Both teams continued to battle each other. Neither team was able to go on a run throughout the first half.

Peter Crawford found his shot in the second quarter. He was dead on from all over the court. His players were able to feed him the ball in the low post.

Zach Towel for the Information Investors found his grove as he was able to knock down some shots late in the second quarter.

The game was very tight throughout the first half. At halftime the score was tied at 50.

Sabes Foundation went on a run to open the third quarter.

The Investors Group scored their first basket with 6:53 left to go in the third quarter.

Both teams continued to shoot the ball in the third quarter. Both teams kept their composure. It was a very physical game. Both teams dove on the floor over loose balls.

The Investors Group made a little run late in the third quarter.

At the end of the third quarter the score was Sabes Foundation 78 and Investors Group 68.

As the fourth quarter got underway the Investors Group came alive and they were able to catch up to Sabes Foundation. Sabes Foundation went cold for a short period of time in the fourth quarter.

The game got close in the fourth quarter. The score went back and forth throughout fourth quarter. In a game that was close and saw its share of runs Sabes Foundation was able to come away with the 98-96 victory.


Monday, June 28, 2010

PAT MADISON MAGIC TOOK ON KING TUTT’S FORTRESS IN THE 2010 JUNE MILLER PRO CITY LEAGUE

In the first game of the evening Pat Madison Magic took on King Tutt’s Fortress. Coming into the game Pat Madison Magic had a record of 1-1. King Tutt’s Fortress had a record of 0-2 coming into the game.

Both teams started out the game wanting to find their own pace. King Tutt’s Fortress’ guards looked to penetrate to the basket. If they were able to find their shot they would take it.

Both teams looked very sharp on the defensive end. Neither team gave up easy baskets in the early going.

Both teams did a good job of using the shot clock. They were able to take a lot of time off of the clock before taking their shot.

At the end of the first quarter the score was King Tutt’s Fortress 21 and Pat Madison Magic 22.

As the second quarter got underway both teams continued to go strong at each other. The defensive pressure didn’t seem to bother either team.

Pat Madison Magic was able to string together some point’s midway through the second quarter. King Tutt’s Fortress didn’t get frustrated.

Austin Hollins who is a University of Minnesota recruit really ran the floor well. He looked to get his teammates involved in the game. He also was not afraid to shoot the ball.

Pat Madison Magic went on a run midway through the second quarter.

At halftime the score was Pat Madison 59 and King Tutt’s Fortress 32.

Dominique Dawson found his shot during the first half as he scored 21 of King Tutt’s Fortress’ points. Dawson plays at the University of Minnesota. He redshirted during the 2009-2010 basketball season.

As the third quarter got underway Pat Madison really put the scoring into cruise control. They were not able to get slowed down. They were able to get everyone involved in the scoring.

At the end of the third quarter the score was Pat Madison 75 and King Tutt’s Fortress 48.

There was a lot of cherry picking by both teams in the fourth quarter. Both teams were tired and the game got sloppy. The defense suffered as there were a lot more open looks to the basket by both teams.

Pat Madison came away with the 99-67 victory over King Tutt’s Fortress.

The leading scorers for King Tutt’s Fortress were Larry Brown with 15 points and Dominique Dawson with 25 and the leading scorers for Pat Madison were Lamar Morre with 26 points and Mike Schactner with 23 points.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

THE 2010 MINNESOTA STATE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL COACHES ASSOCIATION SPONSORED THE METRO VS OUT STATE ALL STAR GAME

The Minnesota State High School Football Coaches Association sponsored the all star football game. Every year 80 of the best high school seniors are selected to play in the series.

The Metro All Stars kicked off to the Out State All Stars to begin the game. The Out State All Stars looked to keep the ball on the ground early in the game. On the Out States first possession they had to put the ball to the Metro All Stars.

The Metro All Stars looked to keep the ball on the ground in the early goings of the game. They were not able to gain a first down on their first possession and they turned it over on downs. The Out State team got the ball back and on the first play they fumbled it and Metro got the ball right back.

John Crocket for the Metro All Stars got the ball and was able to gain ground running the ball. Metro did a good job of getting the ball into Crocket’s hands. Brandon Marquadt scored the first Metro touchdown with 6:09 left in the first quarter.

With 6:09 left in the first quarter the score was Metro All Stars 7 and Out State All Stars 0.

The Out State team got the ball back after the touchdown. The Out State team turned the ball over to the Metro All Star team.

The Metro team got the ball back and they kept on trying to pound the ball down the Out State’s throats.

After the first quarter the score was Metro All Stars 7 and the Out State All Stars 0.

The Metro All Stars got the ball to begin the second quarter.

John Crocket scored a 45-yard rushing touchdown with 10:02 left in the second quarter. The extra point was good. With 10:02 left to go in the second quarter the score was Metro All Stars 14 and Out State All Stars 0.

The field got sloppy during the second quarter as rain began to fall midway through the first quarter. Players had a tough time finding their footing.

The Metro All Stars threatened to score late in the second quarter. They were able to do just that as Dajon Newell was able to run a one-yard touchdown run. The extra point was good. With 39.7 seconds left Carlton Littlejohn got a 22-yard touchdown on an interception. The extra point was good.

At halftime the score was Metro All Stars 28 and the Out State All Stars 0.

As the third quarter got underway the Metro All Stars got the ball to begin the third quarter. The Metro All Stars continued to pound the ball down the field.

The Metro All Stars continued to get the ball to running back John Crockett. He was able to skillfully move down the field. The Out State All Stars had trouble getting their arms around him.

The Out Sate All Stars threatened to score midway through the third quarter. They were not able to capitalize on that threat.

The Metro All Stars were able to drive down the field and they threatened to score late in the third quarter. The Metro All Stars tried to get a field goal with 2:32 left in the third quarter and it did not go through the goal posts.

After three quarters of play the score was Metro All Stars 28 and Out State All Stars 0.

As the third quarter got underway the rain picked up which fell throughout the night. The Metro All Stars looked to score midway through the fourth quarter.

Nick Risbrudt had a huge kickoff return for the Out State All Stars.

The game was called off because of lighting with 7:49 left to go in the game. The Metro came away with the 28-0 victory.


GET TO KNOW KALANTE ROBERTWESLEY LOGAN

Kalante RobertWesley Logan was born on April 22 1995 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is an African American who is 5'7” who loves to excel in sports. Kalante plays basketball and football around the twin cities area. Sports means the world to him.

He currently attends Columbia Heights high school and will graduate in 2013. Kalante says that basketball means everything. It's the reason he wakes up in the morning. He loves the game. He wants to be the best and go to a division one school. He has dreams of playing in the NBA.

This summer he plans on practicing basketball so he can be a great basketball player and people can be talking about him in the basketball circles.

In his free time he likes hanging with his friends and playing basketball, going to the mall.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

CANDICE WIGGINS IS OUT FOR THE REST OF THE SEASON

Minnesota Lynx guard Candice Wiggins will miss the remainder of the 2010 season after rupturing her Achilles tendon in her left leg in Tuesday night's contest vs. the New York Liberty. The injury occurred with 8.0 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. An MRI done Wednesday confirmed the injury. Wiggins will have surgery Friday June 24th. In eight games this season, Wiggins averaged 13.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 29.8 minutes per game.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

THE SABES FOUNDATION TOOK ON KING TUTT’S

In the second game of the evening the Sabes Foundation took on King Tutt’s Fortress. Both teams shot the ball well to begin the game.

Rodney Williams made some nice dunks throughout the game. His teammates also had some fun in the early going of the game as they were also highlighting there dunking skills.

After the first quarter the score was Sabes Foundation 19 and King Tutt’s Fortress 13.

Sabes Foundation went on a 15-4 run in the second quarter.

Sabes Foundation had a 41-33 halftime lead.

As the third quarter got under way Sabes Foundation continued to look strong. They were able to make shots and keep their composure.

Rodney Williams put on show throughout the game. He really handled the ball well. He also had some impressive dunks.

Sabes Foundation really went on a roll in the third quarter. They were able to string a few points together as they were able to go on a few runs in the quarter. King Tutt’s Fortress didn’t bend though they kept on playing hard and didn’t back down.

At the end of the third quarter the score was Sabes Foundation 68 and King Tutt’s Fortress51.

The fourth quarter saw Sabes Foundation continue to dominate. They were able to score at will. They made sure that everyone touched the ball that was in the game.

Sabes Foundation was able to come away with the 88-67 victory over King Tutt’s Fortress.


ERROL CARLSTROM PLAYAZ TOOK ON PAT MADISON MAGIC

The Errol Carlstrom Playaz took on Pat Madison Magic in the 2010 June Miller Pro City League. For the Pat Madison Magic new University of Minnesota recruits Mavrick Ahanmisi, Elliott Elliason, Otto Osenieks, and Austin Hollins were all on the same team.

Trevor Mbwake for the Errol Carlstorm Playaz played hard from the beginning of the game. He started the game with a few nice slam dunks.

Pat Madison Magic went on a run to open up the game. Errol Carlstrom Playaz had a hard time finding the basket in the early goings of the first quarter.

At the end of the first quarter the score was Errol Carlstrom Playaz 27 and Pat Madison Magic 20.

Austin Hollins was really able to push the ball up the court. He had good ball handling skills. He was also able to find an open teammate and passed the ball to him in the open court and get the assist.

Pat Madison Magic went on a run midway through the second quarter. They were able to shut down Errol Carlstrom Playaz for a good portion of the second quarter. But that didn’t slow down the Errol Carlstrom Playaz as they continued to play hard.

At the half the score was Errol Carlstrom Playaz 53 and Pat Madison Magic 43.

Both teams played defense in the half court for most of the game. Neither team looked to use the full court press. I don’t think that the full court press would have been effective in this game because of the pace. Both teams really wanted to control the tempo and use a quick pace. As soon as the ball got out of the net and they looked to get the ball up the court the other way.

The lead for Errol Carlstrom Playaz grew through the second half grew. They really had fun playing together out there.

I was also impressed by the play of the University of Minnesota Gopher recruits Mavrick Ahanmisi, Elliott Elliason, Otto Osenieks, and Austin Hollins. I really thought that they all played very well. This is the first time that I have seen these guys play.

At the end of the third quarter the score was Errol Carlstrom Playaz 80 and Pat Madison Magic 65.

As the fourth quarter got underway Pat Madison Magic went on a run. They were able to cut into the deficit and with 5:00 left to go in the contest the score was Errol Carlstrom Playaz 91 and Pat Madison Magic 82.

The final score was Errol Carlstom Playaz 107 and Pat Madison Magic 97.


Monday, June 21, 2010

IN THE SECOND GAME OF THE JUNE MILLER PRO CITY LEAGUE 123PRINT.COM TOOK ON INFORMATION INVERSTORS GROUP

The second game of the night in the June Miller Pro City League 123print.com took on the Investors Group. Both teams started out playing hard and really going after each other on both ends of the court.

For the Investors Group Jamar Diggs found his shot early on in the game. His teammates knew this and they were able to get him the ball where he was comfortable with his shot. He was able to hit both the two pointer and three point shot with ease in the early going of the game.

123print.com was able to knock down shots throughout the first quarter. For the Investors Group didn’t back down in the first quarter. They went on a run late in the quarter.

After the first quarter the score was the Investors Group 22 and 123Print.com. 29.

As the second quarter got underway 123Print.com really got on a roll. They were able to score baskets at will.

Jamar Diggs was all over the court. He handled the ball very well and he was able to dribble through his defenders. He wasn’t afraid to take shots from anywhere on the court.

At the halftime the score was 123Print.com 42 and Investors Group 29.

As the third quarter got underway the pace of the game seemed to slow. Both teams continued to play hard but they were not as quick on both ends of the court.

Peter Crawford for the Investors Group found his shot in the third quarter. He was on from all over the court.

Zach Towle the guard for the Investors Group tried to run his team’s offense. He was able to get everyone into the game.

At the end of the third quarter the score was 123Print.com 78 Investors Group 59.

As the fourth quarter got underway 123Print.com went on a run to begin the fourth quarter. 123Print was able to come away with the 112-85 victory over the Investors Group.

The Investors Group was lead in scoring by Jamar Diggs who had 37 points.

EL-AMIN FISH HOUSE TOOK ON J.M TIME IN THE FIRST GAME OF THE JUNE MILLER PRO CITY LEAGUE

It was El-Amin Fish House versus J.M. Time in the first game of the 2010 June Miller Pro City League. The June Miller (J.M.) Time team is made up of the of the Howard Pulley 17 U top AAU team. The El-Amin Fish House team is sponsored by the Khalid Amin family. His family owns a fish house in North Minneapolis. The J.M. Time team is sponsored by one of Renee Pulley’s family members who passed away last year. Other than the J.M Time team this is the first time these teams in the league have played each other.

The Fish House team was able to get a 9-2 lead early in the first quarter. They moved the ball around the court well. J.M. Time had a hard time making baskets throughout the first quarter.

Isaiah Zierdan made some nice shots in the first quarter. He was in the right place and the right time. He knew where he was on the floor and he was able to ask for the ball and make the shots he was putting up.

At the end of the first quarter the score was El-Amin Fish House 29 and June Miller Time 18.

As the second quarter got underway both teams played really aggressively. They went at each other and dove on the ground for loose balls. June Miller Time had a rough time finding the basket in the first half as their shots were not falling. They didn’t get discouraged and kept on fighting and taking their shots.

Royce White played well throughout the first half. He made aggressive moves to the basket. He didn’t seem winded at all. He played aggressively on the defensive end.

Isaiah Zierdan caught fire midway through the second quarter. He made three consecutive three point shots and then a nice assist on his next play. He put a spark in his team when needed.

At halftime the score was El-Amin Fish House 60 and June Miller Time 45.

As the third quarter got underway the El-Amin Fish House came out and played a zone defense. June Miller Time didn’t get it and they dribbled right into the heart of the defense which created turnovers.

El-Amin Fish House went on a run midway through the third quarter. They were able to make all the shots that they put up.

Brenson McNeal made some nice baskets in the open court. He got the ball and went strong to the basket hard with it.

Jacob Thomas for El-Amin Fish House found his rhythm late in the third quarter. He was able to knock down shots with ease.

At the end of the third quarter the score was El-Amin Fish House 82 and June Miller Time 62.

As the fourth quarter got underway the pace of the game quickened. Each team played at a quick pace. It wasn’t sloppy but it was quick.

The El-Amin Fish House was a much quicker and faster team. June Miller Time didn’t give up and fought really hard throughout the game.

The El-Amin Fish House came away with the 115-89 victory over the June Miller Team.

The leading scorers for El-Amin Fish House were Royce White 22, Isiaha Thomas 21and Steve Neal with 16 points. The leading scorers for the June Miller team were Joe Coleman 23, Bretson McNeal 22 and Marvin Singleton 13.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SOME FREE SUMMER PRO AM BASKETBALL?

The June Miller Pro City League will be taking place again this year at the Salvation Army in St Paul. The league runs from June 21 through the week of July 26th. The address of the gym is 401 7th St W, Saint Paul, MN.

I will be there throughout the summer blogging on the games that take place.

BURNSVILLE’S DOUG BOE IS RETIRING FROM COACHING

According to multiple sources Doug Boe who has been the boys’ basketball coach at Burnsville high school for the past 34 years has decided to retire from coaching.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

IN THE CLASS AAA BOYS’ BASEBALL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME EDEN PRAIRIE TOOK ON BURNSVILLE





In the boys’ state high school league’s Class AAA championship game, Eden Prairie took on Burnsville. The starting pitcher for Eden Prairie was Adam Bray. The starting pitcher for Burnsville was Jacob Threkeld.


Leading off for Eden Prairie was Brian Athey. Brian Athey hit the ball between the pitcher and catcher and he advanced to second base on an error. Tony Skjefte reached first base on an error. Brian Athey advanced to third base. Tyler Peterson got a double and a run scored. Blake Schmidt hit to deep center field. He was out but a run scored. Matt Halloran reached on a walk. Matt Lintner popped out to the second baseman. Tyler Ruemmle hit a single to the left fielder and a run scored. Ryan Bredermeier got hit by the pitch. David Belusky popped out to the third baseman in foul ground.


In the bottom of the first inning Jacob Threkeld flew out to center field. Justin Threkeld flew out to the centerfielder. Brandon Peterson flew out to the right field.


After the first inning the score was Eden Prairie 3 and Burnsville 0.




Leading off the second inning, Brian Athey walked. Tony Skjefete struck out. Tyler Peterson hit a bouncer to the left field. Blake Schmidt hit a long line drive to the centerfield fence and scored two runs. Matt Halloran reached first on a walk. Matt Lintner bounced to the shortstop and the shortstop stepped on second and threw out Matt Lintner at first base.

Matt Stemper led off the bottom of the second inning for Burnsville. Matt Stemper was thrown out at first base. Tom Sherman bounced it to the pitcher who threw him out at first base. Derek Johnson bounced out to the pitcher who threw it over to the first baseman for the final out of the inning.


After two innings the score was Eden Prairie 5 and Burnsville 0.


Tyler Ruemmle got a single and Ryan Bredemeier laid down a bunt and was thrown out at first base. David Belusky hit a bouncer to the second baseman and was thrown out at first base. Brian Athey was thrown out at first base.


In the bottom of the third inning Billy Vermeer lead off the inning Billy Vermer got a single. Brian Vanderwoude walked. Dan Motl laid down a bunt and was thrown out at first base. The runners advanced. Jacob Threlked hit a bouncer to second base and was thrown out at first base. Justin Threlked hit a bouncer to shortstop and a run scored. Brandon Peterson bounced out to the third baseman.


After three innings of play the score was Eden Prairie 5 and Burnsville 2.


In the top of the fourth inning Tony Skjefte flew out to the center fielder. Tyler Peterson flew out to the right fielder. Blake Schmit walked. Matt Halloran popped out to the left fielder in foul ball territory.


Matt Stemper lead off the bottom of the fourth inning with a ground out at first. Tom Sherman got a single. Derek Johnson popped out. Billy Bermeer struck out for the final out of the inning.


After four innings the score was Eden Prairie 5 and Burnsville 2.


Leading off the fifth inning Matt Linter walked. Tyler Ruemmle flew out to the center fielder. Ryan Bredemeier hit a ball to centerfield and for a double. David Belusky hit a single.



Burnsville’s lead runner was out at home plate. David Belusky scored second base. Brain Athey flew out to left field.


In the bottom of the fifth inning Brian Vanderwoude bounced out to the first baseman. Dan Motl popped out to the pitcher in foul grounds. Jacob Therlkeld hit a bouncer to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base.


In the top of the sixth inning Tony Skjefte lead off with a line drive to the centerfielder who made the out. Tyler Peterson bounced a two hopper to the shortstop and the bobbled it. Peterson reached first base on an error. Blake Schmit popped out to the right fielder for the second out of the inning. Tyler Peterson stole second base. Tyler Peterson reached third on a passed ball by the catcher. Matt Halloran lined a bouncer to right field and a run scored. Matt Linter walked. Tyler Ruemmle hit a bouncer to left field and a run scored. Ryan Bredemier flew out to deep right field.


In the bottom of the sixth inning Justin Threlkeld lead off with hit a blooper single to the center field. Brandon Peterson hit a long bomb to left field bleachers for a two run home run. Matt Stemper hit a blooper to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base. Tom Sherman hit a home run over the center field fence. Derek Johnson hit a chopper to third base and was thrown out. Billy Bermeer hit a single.


Connor Hildahl came in to pitch with two outs in the sixth inning for Eden Prairie.


Brain Vanderwoude hit a single. Vanderwoude He was thrown out at first base as he was trying to steal.


After six innings of play the score was Eden Prairie 7 and Burnsville 5.



Leading off the top of the seventh inning David Bulkley was thrown out at first base. Brian Athey reached first base on a walk. Tony Skjefte hit a blooper to the second baseman and reached first base. Tyler Peterson hit a blooper to the pitcher and was thrown out at first base. Blake Schmit hit a long fly ball and the second baseman caught the ball in mid centerfield.


Leading off the seventh inning Dan Motol Was called out of strikes. Jacob Threlkeld hit a fly ball to the centerfielder for the second out. Justin Threlkled hit a single down the left field line. Brandon Peterson hit a long fly ball to get the game.


Eden Prairie came away with the 7-5 victory over Burnsville.


After the game I was able to talk to Eden Prairie’s Brian Athey, Tony Skjefte, and the head Eden Praire coach Mike Halloran. I was also was able to talk to Burnsville’s Brandon Peterson who hit the first high school home run at Target Field.

IN THE CLASS AA STATE BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME ROCORI TOOK ON DELANO IN THE CLASS AA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

Delano took on Rocori in the Class AA state championship. The starting pitcher for Delano was Matt Arens.

Derek Lieser lead off Rocori with a chopper to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base. Zach Hinkemeyer struck out swinging. Eric Loxtercamp hit a bouncer to left field for a double. Matt Butala hit a bouncer to second base and was thrown out at first base.

The starting pitcher for Rocori was Blaine Athmann. Leading off for Delano was Jake Raskob. He drilled a line drive to the second baseman who caught the ball for the out. Joe Silhacek hit a bouncer to the shortstop who threw him out at first base. Adam Ernst drilled a bouncer out to left center field and got a stand up double. Trevor Jaunich hit a bouncer to the second baseman who threw him out at first base.

Scott Willenbring bounced out to the third baseman who threw him out at first base. Ben Rausch bounced to the pitcher who was thrown out at first base. Eric Vigil hit a bouncer to the third baseman and was thrown out at first base.

For Delano in the bottom of the second inning Justin Polak bounced a chopper to the third baseman and was safe at first base. Tyler Wolfe popped out to the first baseman. Nic Vatnsdal was thrown out in a double play.

In the top of the third inning Shane Rausch bounced a hopper to third base and was thrown out at first base. Michael Holbrook bunted and reached first base. Derek Lieser flew out to left field. Zach Hinkermyer grounded out to the short stop.

In the bottom of the third inning Beau Hartneck bounced out to the pitcher who threw him out at first base. John Max bounced out third to first. Jake Raskob hit a line drive to the left fielder for a single. Jake Raskob stole second base. Joe Silhacek walked. Adam Ernst bounced out to second base and was thrown out at first base.

After three innings of play the score was tied at 0.

To begin the fourth inning Erik Virgil singled Mathias Butala singled. Scott Willenbeing hit a bouncer to center field. Ben Rausch hit a bouncer to the pitcher. The pitcher threw out the lead runner at third. Eric Vigil hit a line drive to the center fielder for the final out of the inning.

Trrevor Jaunich bounced out for the first out. Justin Polk flew out to the right fielder for the second out of the inning. Tyler Wolfe hit a single to left field. Nick Vatnsdal bounced out to the short stop.

After four innings the score was tied at 0.

To lead off the fifth inning Shane Rausch hit a bouncer to the third baseman who threw him out at first base. Micheal Holbrook reached on an error. Micheal Holbrook stole second base. Derek Lieser grounded out to first base. Micheal Holbrook scored on a passed ball. Zach Hinkermyer reached on an error. Zach Hinkermyer reach second on a balk. Eric Loxtercamp was hit by the pitch. Mathias Butala was thrown out by the second baseman.

In the bottom of the fifth inning Beau Hartneck reached first base on an error. John Maxx bunted and was thrown out at first base. Jake Raskob hit a liner to the first baseman. Joe Silhacek reached first on an error on the shortstop. Adam Ernst walked to load the bases. Trevor Jaunich hit a bouncer and the third baseman stepped on the base to retire the runner on third base.

After five innings the score was Rocori 1 and Delano 0.

In the top of the sixth inning Scott Willenbring flew out to the second baseman. Ben Rausch walked. Eric Vigil flew out to the catcher. Ben Rausch was caught stealing.

In the bottom of the sixth inning Justin Polak grounded to the second baseman and was thrown out at first base. Tyler Wolfe bounced out to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base. Nick Vatnsdal bounced out to the pitcher and was thrown out at first base.

In the top of the seventh inning Shane Rausch popped out to first baseman in foul ground territory. Micheal Holbrook popped out to the third baseman. Drek Liesr hit a chopper to left field. Zach Hinkemeyer got a single. Drek Liesr reached third on the play. Drek Liesr stole second base. Eric Loxercamp hit a single to center field and scored two runs. Eric Loxercamp stole second base. Mathias Mutala flew out.

In the bottom of the seventh inning Beau Hartneck got hit to centerfield for a single. John Max flew out to right field. Jake Raskomb grounded into a double play to end the game. Recori won the game by the final of 3-0.

After the game I was able to talk to Rocori Cold Spring’s Michael Holbrook, Zach Hinkemeyer, Eric Loxtercamp and head coach Jeff Lllies about the championship game.

2010 MSHSL BOYS’ BASEBALL CLASS A CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

The Minnesota state high school baseball championship took center stage at Target Field in downtown Minneapolis. This is the opening year for Target Field. Each of the three classes had their quarterfinal and semifinal game at ballparks across the state. Each of the championship games will take place at Target Field the home field of the Minnesota Twins.

In the Class A championship Sebeka took on Eden Valley Watkins.

The starting pitcher for Eden Valley Watkins was Tyler Geislinger. Sebeka’s Brenen Brockphahler led off the game with a walk. Paul Funk hit a bouncer to center field. Brenen Brockphahler reached third on an error by the center fielder. Alex Brockpahler flew out to the third baseman. John Kinnuen got a single and scored Brenen Brockphahler. Cody Pulju hit a double scoring Paul Funk. Taylor Pederson struck out swinging. Travis Titcomb bounced to shortstop then was thrown out at first base.

The starting pitcher for Sebeka was Alex Brockpaher. Leading off for Eden Valley Watkins was Kevin Kramer. He got a single. Dan Sargenet struck out swinging. Matt Geislinger hit a long fly ball to the outfield Kevin Kramer scored but Matt Geislinger was thrown out at second base. Tyler Geislinger struck out.

After one inning of play the score was Sebeka 2 and Eden Valley Watkins 1.

Reid Redetzke lead off the second inning for Sebeka. He was hit in the shoulder by the pitch and he reached first base. Reid Redetzke reached second on a stolen base. Ethan Huttunen struck out swinging. Reid Redetzke reached third base on a balk. Brenen Brockphahler walked. Paul Funk hit a single scoring Reid Redetzke. A run scored on a wild pitch. Alex Brockpahler stuck out. Josh Kinunen walked. A balk advanced the runners a base. Cody Pulju was thrown out at first base.

For Eden Valley Watkins Grant Warren hit a bouncer to third base and was thrown out at first base. Brendan Ashton bounced out short to first. Mitch Geislinger walked. Brandon Walz popped out to the right fielder.

After two innings of play the score was Sebeka 4 and Eden Valley Watkins 1.

Taylor Pederson was called out on strikes. Travis Titcomb hit a bouncer to shortstop and he was thrown out at first base. Reid Redetze flew out to center field.

In the bottom of the third inning Matt singled he advanced on a passed ball. Kevin Kramer hit a double and Ryan Tri got a hit. Kevin Kramer scored on the hit. Dan Sargent flew out to center field. Matt Geisleger flew out. Tyler Geisleger bounced out to the pitcher.

In the top of the fourth inning Ethan Huttunen struck out swinging. Brenen Brockphahler struck out. Paul Funk bounced out second to first base.

For Eden Valley Watkins leading off the bottom of the fourth inning was Grant Warren struck out. Brendan Ashton bounced to the pitcher and was thrown out at first base. Mitch Geislinger popped out to the second baseman.

After four innings of play the score was Sebeka 4 and Eden Valley Watkins 2.

In the top of the fifth Alex Brockphahler was thrown out at first base. Josh Kinnuuen was thrown out at first base. Cody Pulju walked. Taylor Pederson struck out.

In the bottom of the fifth inning Brandon Walz reached on a deep fly ball to left field. Ryan Tri hit a chopper to the left fielder. Kevin Kramer got a single and a run scored. Dan Sargent reached on a hit. Matt Geislinger hit a ball down the left field fence and a run scored. Tyler Geislinger hit a single to left field and scored a run. Grant Warren struck out swinging.

With five innings complete the score was Eden Valley Watkins 5 and Sebeka 4.

Travis Titcomb bounced out to first base. Reid Redetzke bounced out to the shortstop. Ethan Hutunen got an infield single. Brenen Brockphahler struck out swinging.

In the bottom of the fifth inning Brendan Ashton hit a single that bounced off the pitcher’s foot. Mitch Geislinger laid down a bunt and the runner advanced to third base. Brandon Walz got a single and a run scored. Brandon Walz stole second base. Ryan Tri reach first on an error. Ryan Kevin Karmer hit a single and a run scored. Kevin Karmer was thrown out on a stolen base.

Paul Funk led off the top of the seventh inning. Paul Funk had a single. Alex Brockphahler struck out. Josh Kinnuen was thrown out at first base.

Eden Valley Watkins came away the 7-4 victory over Sebeka. After the game I was able to talk to Eden Valley Watkins head coach Mike Tomsche, and players Ryan Tri and Matt Geislinger.

Friday, June 18, 2010

BURNSVILLE TOOK ON COON RAPIDS IN THE CLASS AAA STATE BASEBALL SEMI FINAL GAME

After an 85 minute rain delay Burnsville took on Coon Rapids in the semi final game of the boys’ state class AAA baseball tournament.

Leading off for Burnsville was Jacob Threkeld. Jacob Threkld bounced to first. Justin Threkeld was thrown out at first base. Brandon Peterson was thrown out at first base. Matt Stemper struck out.

Leading of Coon Rapids was Tony Remund bounced out to the second baseman who threw it to the first baseman for the out. Sam Smith hit it to the second baseman and was thrown out at first base. Logan Shore struck out swinging.

After one inning of play the score was tied at 0.

Tom Sherman led off the second inning for Burnsville. Tom struck out. Derek Johnson reached first base on catcher interference. Derek Johnson was thrown out at second base. Billy Vermeer was called out on strikes.
In the bottom of the second inning Jeremy Oakley was thrown out at first base. Joe Brinda hit a line shot to left field for a stand up double. Luke Hite was thrown out at first base. Corbin Matasovsky hit a chopper to the short stop and was thrown out at first base.

After two innings the score was tied at 0.

In the top of the third inning Brian Vanderwoude hit a line shot out to right center field for a single. Dan Motl hit it to the first baseman who stepped on the bag for the out. Jacob Threkeld hit a grounder to centerfield for a base hit. Justin Threkeld hit a double that scored two runs. Brandon Peterson was called out on strikes. Matt Stemper was thrown out at first base.

Brandon Flippen led off the bottom of the third inning for Coon Rapids chopped a ball to the short stop and was thrown out at first base. Brady Driste got a single out to left field. Tony Remund struck out. Brady Driste was able to advance to second on the strike out. Brady Driste advanced to third base on a wild pitch. Sam Smith hit a single to left field. Brady Driste scored on the play. Logan Shore flew out to left field for the final out of the inning.

At the end of the third inning the score was Burnsville 2 and Coon Rapids 1.

To start off the fourth inning Tom Sherman struck out swinging. Derek Johnson bounced out to first base. Billy Vermeer hit a liner out to right field for a single. Brian Vermeer popped out to left field. Jeremy Oakley stuck out swinging. Joe Brinda was thrown out at first base. Luke Hite was walked. Corbin Matasovsky scored on an error on the pitcher. The pitcher came over and tried to get to first base and was not able to get there in time. Brandon Flippen was thrown out at first base.

With four innings complete the score was Burnsville 2 and Coon Rapids 1.

Dan Motl led off the fifth inning for Burnsville and was called on strikes. He thought that that he was going to be walked but he was called out. Jacob Threkeld hit the ball directly to the pitcher and was thrown out at first base. Justin Threkeld grounded out to the shortstop who threw him out at first base.

In the bottom of the fifth inning Brady Driste struck out. Tony Remund reached on a four-pitch walk. Sam Smith flew out to the leftfield. Logan Shore singled Jermy Oakley got a triple and Joe Brinda flew out.

Burnsville lead off the sixth inning Brandon Peterson got a single to centerfield to start off the inning. Matt Stemper bounced out to the pitcher who threw him out at first. Tom Sherman got a single and Brandon Peterson scored on an error.

Will Heiser came into pitch with one out in the sixth inning for Coon Rapids.

Derek Johnson for Burnsville stuck out. Billy Vermeer flew out to center field.

In the bottom of the sixth inning Luke Hite flew out to center field. Josh Jensen was called out on strikes. Will Heiser was called out on strikes.

After six complete innings the score is tied at 3.

Brian Vanderwoude was thrown out at first base. Dan Motl walked. Jacob Threkeld hit a deep ball to right field and Dan Motl was able to score on the play. Justin Threkeld hit double then advanced to third on a throwing error. Brandon Peterson scored. Matt Stemper hit a chopper to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base.
In the bottom of the seventh inning Brady Driste led things off who was thrown out at first base. Tony Remund flew out to deep left field. Sam Smith hit a single. Logan Shore hit a single to right field. Jeremy Oakley hit it to the short stop and he stepped on second base for the final up of the game.

Burnsville was able to come away with the 5-3 victory over Coon Rapids.

IN THE CLASS AAA STATE BASEBALL TOURNAMENT SEMIFINAL GAME EDEN PRAIRIE TOOK ON FOREST LAKE

The starting pitcher for Eden Prairie was Adam Bray. The starting pitcher for Forest Lake was Parker Winning.
Eden Prairie’s Brian Athey led off the game with a walk. Tony Skjefte struck out swinging. Tyler Peterson hit a grounder to left field. Blake Schmit popped out to the first baseman. Matt Halloran hit a single that scored Brian Athey. Jake Tharaldson came in and ran for Matt Halloran. Matt Lintner popped out to right field for the final out of the inning.


In the bottom on the first inning CJ Franklin led off for Forest Lake. CJ Franklin flew out to the centerfielder.

Matt Schmidt was thrown out at first base. Zach Riedeman popped out to the shortstop.

After the first inning the score was Eden Prairie 1 and Forest Lake 0.

Tyler Ruemmele led off the second for Eden Prairie. He struck out swinging. Ryan Bredemeier flew out to the centerfielder. David Belusky walked. David Belusky reached second base on a passed ball. Brian Athey walked. Tony Skjefte struck out looking a called third strike.

In the bottom of the second inning AJ Nielsen led off the inning with a hit a ground ball up the center of the field. Beau Fandel struck out. Ben Norling popped out to the second baseman. Mike Dykema was thrown out at first base.

After two innings the score was Eden Prairie 1 and Forest Lake 0.

Tyler Peterson led off the third inning for Eden Prairie he popped out to the shortstop for the first out of the
inning. Blake Schmit popped out to the shortstop made a diving catch. Matt Lintner hit a double to the left field fence. Tyler Ruemmele flew out to right field.

In the bottom of the third inning Luke Schultz was thrown out at first base. Troy Manning was thrown out at first base. CJ Franklin reached first base on a hit. CJ Franklin was thrown out trying to steal second base.

At the end of the third inning the score was Eden Prairie 1 and Forest Lake 0.

In the top of the fourth inning Ryan Bredemeier flew out to the left fielder. David Belusky hit a bouncer to left field. David Belusky stole second base. Brian Athey hit a long fly ball and a run scored. Tony Skjefte hit a bouncer to right field and Tyler Peterson flew out to second base. Blake Schmit flew out to center field.

For Forest Lake in the bottom of the fourth inning Matt Schmidt grounded out to the first baseman. Zach Riedeman reached on an error on the third inning. AJ Nielsen struck out. Zach Riedeman was picked off at second.

After four innings of play the score was Eden Prarie 2 Forest Lake 0.

For Eden Prairie Matt Halloran walked. Matt Lintner hit a double scoring Matt Halloran. Forest Lake changed their pitcher. Phil Sauer came in and pitched. Tyler Rummele got a single. Ryan Bredemeier walked to load the bases. David Belusky hit a single scoring two runs. Matt Jellum came in and pitched for Forest Lake. Brian Athey laid down a bunt and was thrown out at first. Tony Skjefete got a single and scored two runs. Tyler Peterson flew out to right field. Blake Schmit flew out to the third baseman in foul territory.

In the bottom of the fifth Beau grounded out to the second baseman and was thrown out at first base. Ben Norling popped out to the catcher. Mike Dykema flew out to the centerfielder.

After five innings of play the score was Eden Prairie 7 and Forest Lake 0.

Matt Halloran hit a double to deep centerfield. Matt Lintner was thrown out at first on a check swing. Matt Halloran reached third on the play. Tyler Rummele got a double and a run scored. Rummele was replaced on the base paths by Chris Knoff. Ryan Bredemreier got a single. David Belusky walked to load the bases.

Matt Hultgren came in to pitch for Forest Lake.

Brian Athey got a double and scored a run. Tony Skjefte was thrown out at first base but a runner scored on the play. James Freiberg reached on an error. Lance Thonvold was thrown out at first base.

Connor Hildahl came into pitch for Eden Prairie.

Eden Prairie won the game by the score of 12-0.

BURNSVILLE TOOK ON BRAINERD IN THE CLASS AAA QUARTERFINAL STATE BOYS’ BASEBALL GAME

In the second Class AAA state boys’ baseball state tournament game Burnsville took on Brainerd. The starting pitcher for Burnsville was Brandon Peterson and for Brainerd their starting pitcher was Kyle Crocker. Brainerd had a record of 20-4 and Burnsville had a record of 19-5.

Leading off the game for Brainerd was Kyle Crocker. Crocker flew out. Joel Martin bounced to the second baseman and was thrown out at first base. Tate Rusk was caught looking at the third strike.

Jacob Threkeld flew out to the first baseman in foul territory. Justin Therkeld flew out to left fielder. Brandon Peterson struck out.

In the top of the second inning Thomas Fairbanks flew out to the first baseman. Reid Mimmack struck out. Brett Jenkins struck out looking.

In the bottom of the second inning Matt Stemper lined out to the right fielder. Tom Sherman ripped a grounder to the centerfielder for a single. Tom Sherman was thrown out trying to steal second base. Derek Johnson struck out.

After two innings the score was 0-0.

In the top of the third inning Ethan Nichols hit a grounder to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base. Jack Hegarty was walked. Alex Rohde walked. Kyle Crocker hit a grounder to the centerfielder. Jack Hegarty scored on the play. Joel Martin struck out swinging. Tate Rusk bounced out to the shortstop.

In the bottom of the third inning Billy Vermeer led off the inning with a hit and a double down the left field line. Brian Vanderwoude hit a bouncer to the third baseman who threw him out at first base. But Billy Vanderwoude advanced. Dan Motl popped out. Jacob Threkeld was thrown out at first base.

After three innings of play the score was Brainerd 1 and Burnsville 0.

Thomas Fairbanks hit a single to left field. Reid Mimmack laid down a bunt but was thrown out at first base. Reid Mimmack got a double. Brett Jenkins was thrown out at first base. Ethan Nichols hit a grounder to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base.

In the bottom of the fourth inning Justin Threkeld popped out to the leftfielder. Brandon Peterson hit a liner up the middle of the field for a single. Matt Stemper hit a single that dropped into short centerfield. Tom Sherman grounded into a double play to end the inning.

After four innings the score was Brainerd 1 and Burnsville 0.

Jack Hegarty walked. Alex Rohde laid down a bunt and the pitcher threw him out at first base. Kyle Crocker hit a liner to right field scoring Jack Hegarty. Joel Martin struck out swinging. Tate Rusk popped out to the first baseman for the final out of the inning.

In the bottom of the fifth inning Derek Johnson lead off and he reached second base on an error. Billy Vermeer flew out to the centerfielder. Brian Vanderwoude hit a single and scored Derek Johnson on the play. Dan Motl flew out to left field. Jacob Threkeld bounced out to the first baseman.

After the fifth inning the score was Brainerd 2 and Burnsville 1.

Thomas Fairbanks bounced out to first base. Reid Mimmack flew out to the centerfielder. Brett Jennins was thrown out at first base.

In the bottom of the sixth inning Justin Threkeld was called out on strikes. Brandon Peterson hit a fly ball to center and he ended up with a triple. Matt Stemper hit a bouncer to center field and Brandon Peterson scored. Tom Sherman hit a liner down the right field line for a double, Matt Stemper scored. Derek Johnson flew out to the shortstop. Billey Vermeer hit a double and scored Tom Sherman. Brian Vanderwoude was thrown out at first base.

With six innings complete the score was Burnsville 4 and Brainerd 2.

In the top of the seventh inning Ethan Nichols led off the inning for Brainerd and he hit a double. Jack Hegarty hit a bouncer to right center field. Alex Rohde hit a three run home run over the left field fence. The ball went 353 total feet. Kyle Crocker flew out to the centerfielder. Kevin Peterson was thrown out at first base. Tate Rusk flew out to left field.

In the bottom of the seventh inning Dan Motl was hit and advanced to first base. Jacob Threkeld flew out to the pitcher. Justin Threkeld hit a bouncer to left field. The runners advanced on a pass ball. Brandon Peterson was walked to load the bases. Matt Stemper flew out to right field Dan Motl scored Tom Sherman was walked Derek Johnson got a single and scored the winning run.

Burnsville came away with the 6-5 victory over Brainerd.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

EDEN PRAIRIE TOOK ON ROCHESTER MAYO IN THE CLASS AAA QUARTERFINAL GAME OF THE STATE BOYS’ BASEBALL TOURNAMENT

The Eden Prairie Eagles took on the Rochester Mayo Spartans in the class AAA quarterfinal game of the state baseball tournament. Rochester came into the game with a 16-8 record while Eden Prairie came in with a 23-1 record.

The starting pitcher for Eden Prairie was Grant Soderberg and for Rochester Mayo was Brandon Zywicki.

To lead off the game in the top of the first was Eden Prairie’s Brian Athey. Athey popped out to the right fielder for the first out of the inning. Tony Skjefete grounded out to first base. Tyler Peterson hit a grounder to left field. Blake Schmit hit a single to right field. Tyler Peterson advanced to third base. Matt Halloran hit a single to right field to score Tyler Peterson. Jake Tharaldson took for Matt Halloran on first base. Matt Linter was thrown out at first base.

In the bottom of the first inning leading off for Rochester was Kyle VanWettering. He grounded to left field for a single. Steve Serratore hit a bouncer up the middle for a single. Paul McManus came in to run for Steve Serratore. Matt Stubbs flew out to right field. Neither runner advanced on the play. Ben O’Reilly struck out swinging. Rannon Arch bounced out second to first.

At the end of the first inning the score was Eden Prairie 1 and Rochester Mayo 0.

In the top of the second inning Tyler Rummele lead off the inning he was thrown out at first base. Ryan Bredemier flew out to left field. David Belusky got a single to right field. Brain Athey hit a liner to center field. Belusky advanced to third base. Tony Skjefte struck out swinging for the third out of the inning.

In the bottom of the second Jordan Ziegler led off the inning for Rochester Mayo. Jordan Ziegler popped out to the second baseman. Lance Dozier hit a bouncer to second base and was thrown out at first base. Evan Morris got a single. Derek McMasters flew out to right field for the third out of the inning.

At the end of the second inning the score was Eden Prairie 1 and Rochester Mayo 0.

Before the inning got going Rochester Mayo’s Ben O Reilly was tended to by medical personnel. Tyler Petterson led off the inning for Eden Prairie. Petterson then struck out. Blake Schmit reached on an error. Matt Halloran walked and that advanced Blake Schmit. Jake Tharaldson replaced Matt Halloran on the bases. Matt Lintner hit a sacrifice single and Blake Schmit was thrown out at third. Tyler Reummele hit a single and scored. Ryan Bredemeier hit a singled and scored a runner. David Beluske flew out to second base.

In the bottom of the third inning Kyle VanWettering walked. Steve Serratore hit a double to left center field and it scored Kyle VanWettering. Paul McManus came in and ran for Steve Serratore. Matt Stubbs hit a home run over the left field fence. His home run was 331 feet. After the home run Eden Prairie’s coach held a meeting at the mound for all of his infielders. Ben O’Reilly struck out. Brandon Arch hit a bouncer to the second baseman and was thrown out at first base. Jordan Ziegler reached on a base hit. The ball got stuck in the shortstop’s glove. Lance Dozier hit a single to left centerfield scoring a run. Evan Morris walked. Derek McMasters walked to load the bases. With the bases loaded and two outs Lance Thonvold replaced Grant Soderberg on the pitcher’s mound for Eden Prairie. Grand Soderburg went two and two thirds innings. Kyle VanWettering was thrown out at first base.

At the end of three innings the score was Rochester Mayo 4 and Eden Prairie 3.

Leading off the top of the fourth inning was Brain Athey for Eden Prairie and he struck out swinging. Tony Skjefte hit a single right up the middle of the field. Tyler Peterson got a base hit on a pop fly to the outfield. Blake Schmit reached first base on a fielder’s choice. A runner scored on a pass ball. Matt Halloron hit a double. Jake Tharaldson replaced Matt Halloronan on the bases. Matt Lintner was hit by the pitch. Tyler Ruemmele got a hit and there was an error and on the error a run scored. Ryan Brememier flew out to center fielder and Matt Halloronan scored on the play. There was a wild pitch and the runner advanced to third base. David Belusky was thrown out at first base.

In the bottom of the fourth inning Steve Serratore bounced out to first base. Matt Stubbs hit a single up the middle of the field. Ben O’Reilly hit a single to left field. Ben O’Reilly was picked off at first base. Rannon Arch stuck out looking.

At the end of the fourth inning the score was Eden Prairie 8 and Rochester Mayo 4. Tyler Essig came into pitch for Rochester in the top of the fifth inning.

Leading off the fifth inning for Eden Prairie was Brian Athey. Brian Athey hit a bouncer to left field. Tony Skjefte got a single. The ball got lost in the sun. Tyler Peterson got a single. Blake Schmit flew out to center field. Brian Athey scored on the play. Matt Halloran flew out to left field. That scored a run. Matt Lintner struck out.

In the bottom of the fifth inning Jordan Ziegler struck out swinging. Lance Dozier hit a single to center field. Evan Morris hit a bouncer to shortstop and he was thrown out at first base. Derek McMasters flew out to the pitcher for the third out of the inning.

Through five innings of play the score was Eden Prairie 10 and Rochester Mayo 4.

In the top of the sixth Tyler Ruemmele struck out swinging. Ryan Bredemier flew out to left field. David Belusky hit a single to the right field. David Belusky stole second base. Brian Athey hit a long fly ball to the right fielder for the third out of the inning.

Kyle VanWettering bounced out to the third baseman who threw him out at first. Steve Serratore flew out to the first baseman. Matt Stubbs hit a liner to centerfield. Ben O’Reilly hit a bouncer to the shortstop and was thrown out at first base.

Through six complete innings the score was Eden Prairie 10 and Rochester Mayo 4.

Leading off the seven inning for Eden Prairie was Tony Skjefte who he led off the inning with a 343 foot solo home run to left field. Tyler Peterson hit a grounder to left field. Chris Knoff came in and ran for Tyler Peterson.

Rannon Arch came in and pitched for Rochester Mayo.

Blake Schmit hit a high pop fly and was caught by the second baseman in shallow right field. Matt Halloran stuck out. Matt Lintner hit a single. Tyler Ruemmele struck out swinging.

In the bottom of the seventh inning Dylan Hesse led off and he struck out. Jordan Ziegler struck out. Lance Dozier reached on a base hit. Evan Morris flew out to center field to end the game.

Eden Prairie came away with the 11-4 victory over Rochester Mayo in the class AAA quarterfinal game.

STEVEN’S SPORTS REPORT TO COVER PARTS OF THE 2010 MSHSL BOYS’ BASEBALL STATE TOURNAMENT

I will be covering this year’s boys’ Minnesota State High School League state baseball tournament. I will be covering the class AAA games Thursday at Midway Stadium in St Paul.

On Saturday I will be covering the championship games in all three classes. Check back here for all of the coverage of the 2010 Minnesota State High School League state baseball championships.

Saturday, June 5, 2010

JOHN ROBERT WOODEN PASSED AWAY AT THE AGE OF 99

Hall of Fame basketball coach John Wooden dies at age 99. He led UCLA to record 10 national titles. He had been hospitalized at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center.

Friday, June 4, 2010

FORMER UCLA BASKETBALL COACH JOHN ROBERT WOODEN IS IN GRAVE CONDITION AT RONALD REAGAN UCLA MEDICAL CENTER

According to multiple news reports John Robert Wooden is hospitalized in grave condition at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. He is known to be a famous UCLA basketball coach.

During his time with UCLA Wooden had a record winning streak of 88 games and four perfect 30–0 seasons. His team also won 38 straight games in the NCAA Tournament games and a record 98 straight home game wins at Pauley Pavilion.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

RILEY DEARING TRANSFERRED TO MINNEAPOLIS DE LASALLE FROM HOPKINS

Riley Dearing who was on the Hopkins state championship boys’ basketball team of 2010 is transferring to Minneapolis De LaSalle for the 2010-201l season. He will be a sophomore next season.