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January 17, 2012
Blissfield Competitive Cheer

The Blissfield competitive cheer team is eager to show its school pride and athletic prowess with an all-new set of routines this year.

The Blissfield competitive cheer team is eager to show its school pride and athletic prowess with an all-new set of routines this year. Although the cheer season got off to a late start due to extra time spent developing routines, head coach Amber Spotts has high hopes for her girls.

January 17, 2012
Blissfield Girls' Basketball

Coach Ryan Gilbert is counting on a tough, talented core of players to lead a small and inexperienced Blissfield girls basketball team through what will prove a challenging season.

Coach Ryan Gilbert is counting on a tough, talented core of players to lead a small and inexperienced Blissfield girls basketball team through what will prove a challenging season.

January 17, 2012
Blissfield Varsity Boys' Basketball

A challenging season lies ahead for the Blissfield boys basketball team as a young squad of Royals looks to refine its game.

A challenging season lies ahead for the Blissfield boys basketball team as a young squad of Royals looks to refine its game. However, at the Jan. 17 point, the team had only one loss and were racking up the wins.

January 17, 2012
Blissfield Wrestling 2011-12

A Blissfield wrestling team 28 men strong promises an exciting season this year, according to head coach Andy Ford.

A Blissfield wrestling team 28 men strong promises an exciting season this year, according to head coach Andy Ford. Some have their eyes set on the state finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills, while others are trying out for the first time.

January 17, 2012
Britton Deerfield Boys' Varsity Basketball

If Britton Deerfield boys varsity coach Darren Shiels had to pick one word to describe his Patriot squad this year he would use the word “unity”.

If Britton Deerfield boys varsity coach Darren Shiels had to pick one word to describe his Patriot squad this year he would use the word “unity”.

January 17, 2012
Britton Deerfield Varsity Girls' Basketball

The Britton Deerfield girls' varsity basketball team is going back to the basics in an effort to build a successful program. 

The Britton Deerfield girls' varsity basketball team is going back to the basics in an effort to build a successful program. First-year varsity coach Craig Tanis is hoping his young team can compete seriously in the Tri-County this year. The Patriots were 3-11 in league play last year and 6-14 overall.

January 17, 2012
Whiteford Boys' Basketball

The race to the top of the Tri-County could be an interesting one, Whiteford boys varsity basketball coach Jim Ross.

The race to the top of the Tri-County could be an interesting one, Whiteford boys varsity basketball coach Jim Ross.

January 17, 2012
Whiteford Girls' Basketball

“We are young but quick,” Whiteford girls varsity coach Jay Haselschwerdt said about his team this year. 

“We are young but quick,” Whiteford girls varsity coach Jay Haselschwerdt said about his team this year. With only two seniors on the squad of 11 that also has one sophomore and a freshman on the roster, there is a lot of room to grow this year. But he is also expecting some solid leadership from his seniors this year as well.

August 25, 2011
'No excuses' vows BD varsity football team

A more prepared, older and athletic Patriot football team is poised to take the field this year.  A team with “no excuses” which is their mantra for the  year.

August 25, 2011
BD puts youthful energy on trail

A young but energetic team is what first year Britton Deerfield Patriot cross county coach Jay Yockey believes he has in the seven girls and four boys running for the Patriots this year.  

A young but energetic team is what first year Britton Deerfield Patriot cross county coach Jay Yockey believes he has in the seven girls and four boys running for the Patriots this year.  For the first time in several years Britton Deerfield is fielding a full scoring girls team Yockey said there are four freshman one sophomore and two juniors on the team.

August 25, 2011
Blissfield's new soccer coach looks for improved season

A new head coach has taken charge of the Blissfield High School soccer team, and he is hoping to give the program the kick start it needs.

A new head coach has taken charge of the Blissfield High School soccer team, and he is hoping to give the program the kick start it needs.

August 25, 2011
Bobcats picture a big 2011 football season

Visiting teams to the Whiteford High School football field are in for a big surprise when they go to take the field this year: the seniors on Whiteford’s team are going to be looking down on them.

Visiting teams to the Whiteford High School football field are in for a big surprise when they go to take the field this year: the seniors on Whiteford’s team are going to be looking down on them.

August 25, 2011
Conditioning, teambuilding keys to Estes' football doctrine

Blissfield varsity football coach Ron Estes doesn’t measure his team’s success in wins and losses – and that may be just the reason why the program has thrived under his direction. This year, as every year, Estes plans to build a team of tough, disciplined and unified athletes.

Blissfield varsity football coach Ron Estes doesn’t measure his team’s success in wins and losses – and that may be just the reason why the program has thrived under his direction. This year, as every year, Estes plans to build a team of tough, disciplined and unified athletes.

August 25, 2011
Familiar faces bring experience to Bobcat volleyball

    Experience is going to be the key this season for the Whiteford High School Bobcats varsity volleyball team.

   Experience is going to be the key this season for the Whiteford High School Bobcats varsity volleyball team.

August 25, 2011
Hojnacki, Bobcats have eyes on state

 

If there’s one thing that can be said about the Whiteford cross country head coach it’s that he’s definitely determined to keep his team on top. Last year, coach Jim Hojnacki led the team all the way to states and is looking to repeat the accomplishment this season.

If there’s one thing that can be said about the Whiteford cross country head coach it’s that he’s definitely determined to keep his team on top. Last year, coach Jim Hojnacki led the team all the way to states and is looking to repeat the accomplishment this season.

August 25, 2011
Navarro sees potential in young, talented team

Blissfield cross country coach Al Navarro has a young team of girls to work with this fall, and the boys are three runners shy of the minimum number required to compete as a team. 

Blissfield cross country coach Al Navarro has a young team of girls to work with this fall, and the boys are three runners shy of the minimum number required to compete as a team. However, he has recruited some talented athletes, and he has high hopes for his girls team.

August 25, 2011
New BD volleyball coach speeds up offense

First-year Britton Deerfield varsity volleyball coach Tim O’Brien said fans can expect to see a quicker offense when watching Patriot volleyball this fall. 

First-year Britton Deerfield varsity volleyball coach Tim O’Brien said fans can expect to see a quicker offense when watching Patriot volleyball this fall. Other than that he doesn’t expect to see too many changes to the young team of 11  players he coaching. Former varsity volleyball coach Michelle Bearinger was recently named athletic director for the school district.

August 25, 2011
Porter relies on team's volleyball know-how

The Blissfield varsity volleyball team is hoping to continue a tradition of excellence this year. 

The Blissfield varsity volleyball team is hoping to continue a tradition of excellence this year. The Royals are coming off a season that was cut short by a loss to Monroe SMCC in the Class C district final.

December 30, 2010
BD faces learning-curve season

Britton Deerfield basketball coach Darren Shiels knows it could be tough sledding for his Patriots team to start the season.

“With only two players returning there will be a learning curve. I know there will be a big improvement from the first 10 games to the last 10 game,” said Shiels, who coached BD last season and the Britton team for the four years prior. 

Britton Deerfield basketball coach Darren Shiels knows it could be tough sledding for his Patriots team to start the season.

December 30, 2010
BHS grad leads BHS grapplers

New Blissfield High School wrestling coach Andrew Ford wants to see the Royals’ grapplers build on the success they’ve had in recent years. Ford, a 2006 graduate of Blissfield who is graduating this month from Adrian College and seeking to begin a career as a teacher, believes several Blissfield wrestlers have a chance to go to the state finals this year.

New Blissfield High School wrestling coach Andrew Ford wants to see the Royals’ grapplers build on the success they’ve had in recent years.

December 30, 2010
Character counts for BD girls' varsity

Last year, head coach Katelin Smith took two basketball teams, Britton and Deerfield, and made them one. In its first season as a joint team, Britton Deerfield battled hard but had difficulty overcoming the lack of depth and couldn’t sustain defensive pressure over a full game. Still, what the team lacked in lungs and legs, it made up for in heart and hustle. And in her second year as coach of the BD varsity girls team, Smith expects her team’s character to shine.

Last year, head coach Katelin Smith took two basketball teams, Britton and Deerfield, and made them one. In its first season as a joint team, Britton Deerfield battled hard but had difficulty overcoming the lack of depth and couldn’t sustain defensive pressure over a full game. Still, what the team lacked in lungs and legs, it made up for in heart and hustle. And in her second year as coach of the BD varsity girls team, Smith expects her team’s character to shine.

December 30, 2010
Cheer team ready for season

Blissfield competitive cheer team coach Amber Spotts expects a great season, based on experience, talent and a large squad.

“We have five seniors: Lauren Yates (captain), Brittany Holdridge (captain), Brittany Taylor, McKenzie Knapp, and Jennifer Sell. They are all returning from last year; two juniors: Bailey Pickles and BriAnna Olivarez — both have been on the team previously; four sophomores: Miranda Strack, Jessica Borrmann, Taylor Cambal, and Nina Lepaus. 

Blissfield competitive cheer team coach Amber Spotts expects a great season, based on experience, talent and a large squad.

December 30, 2010
Grosteffon back to lead WHS team

Forrest Grosteffon is all that remains of last year’s “fab five” Whiteford varsity basketball team. Last year’s team won thrilling games in run-and-gun fashion, but couldn’t quite nail down the Tri-County Conference title and lost a heartbreaker to SMCC trying to defend its district title.

Forrest Grosteffon is all that remains of last year’s “fab five” Whiteford varsity basketball team. Last year’s team won thrilling games in run-and-gun fashion, but couldn’t quite nail down the Tri-County Conference title and lost a heartbreaker to SMCC trying to defend its district title.

December 30, 2010
Royals blend experience levels

Most winters, John Vandecaveye can count on coaching a Blissfield team blessed with familiarity and cohesiveness. But this year, the long-time Royals coach thinks his team is going to need time to gel.

Most winters, John Vandecaveye can count on coaching a Blissfield team blessed with familiarity and cohesiveness. But this year, the long-time Royals coach thinks his team is going to need time to gel.

December 30, 2010
Whiteford girls coach likes team's chances

Whiteford’s Lady Bobcats basketball coach Jay Haselschwerdt was a little concerned after losing top scorers Abby LaRoy and Caitlin Granata from last year’s squad. But the more he sees this year’s varsity hoops crop, the more he likes it.

Last year, Whiteford was 10-10 overall and fifth in the Tri-County Conference with a 6-8 record.

Whiteford’s Lady Bobcats basketball coach Jay Haselschwerdt was a little concerned after losing top scorers Abby LaRoy and Caitlin Granata from last year’s squad. But the more he sees this year’s varsity hoops crop, the more he likes it.