Sports Report PLUS

Oshkosh West @ Appleton North
May 8, 2026

All players, coaches, and fans were fantastic. The sportsmanship showed by everyone involved was exemplary.  We had a very close game between the two teams and everyone still kept their cool and showed why sportsmanship is so important to high school sports. It all starts from the top so I commend both coaches for showing the players exactly what to do and how to act in these close games. Win with humility and lose with respect. Great game, great coaches, great players, great fans, great environment, everything was fantastic.

Reporting Official:  Rick Roedell

Marinette @ Little Chute
April 28, 2026

Both the Little Chute and Marinette school administrators should be very proud of their varsity baseball programs, especially the players, for their display of positive sportsmanship during a recent contest.  Jaden Hermsen and Leighton DeBruin of Little Chute, and Cooper Smith and Miles “Rufus” Rutherford of Marinette were obvious leaders of their teams, especially in showing respect for opponents, as well as helping retrieve bats and foul balls during the contest.  They offered many encouraging words to all involved.  The players of both teams were noticeably appreciative of their coaches, teammates and umpires.  Great job guys and best of luck the rest of the season!

Reporting Official:  Brent Thompson

Algoma @ Peshtigo
April 11, 2026

I am submitting this Sportsmanship Plus for Natalie Ray (#11), catcher for Algoma High School’s softball team. Today I witnessed exceptional sportsmanship and leadership from Natalie. She consistently handled every pitch and chased down foul balls, all while maintaining a warm, positive demeanor and a smile throughout the game. She hustled throughout the game, including between innings. She encouraged teammates – calling support to her pitcher after difficult sequences—and also demonstrated respect for opponents. After opposing batters hit foul balls or reached base, Miss Ray retrieved and returned bats promptly and courteously to the next batter. She openly acknowledged good plays by both her team and the Peshtigo players, never questioned any ball or strike calls, and naturally said "thank you" whenever I handed her a ball after the previous one went out of play. Natalie’s calm, positive presence and her actions on and off the field exemplify the character the Sportsmanship Plus program recognizes. My partner Tom Mailand and I strongly endorse her for this recognition.

Reporting Official:  Jim Kostura