Sports Report PLUS

Manawa at Wittenberg-Birnamwood
April 10, 2025 

The sportsmanship displayed by coaches, players and fans was refreshing. I have worked for both of these schools in the past, their behavior was not unique to this game. They choose to treat officials, opponents and each other with respect. They learn this from coaches who understand that there is more to be learned from high school sports than just the game. It was a very well-played, competitive game. When we were done, all involved shook hands with both umpires. That doesn't always happen, but it sure feels and looks good when it does. Both teams and schools should be very proud of themselves. 

Reporting Official:  Gary Hagberg

Algoma @ Clintonville
Jan. 7, 2025

I have to give credit to both head coaches in this game. They had very respectful conversation with us. When they had a question, we were able to have respectful conversations with them. They also held their players to high standards. The Clintonville coach had a question over a warning from one of their players. He responded by taken the players out and told me he didn't tolerate that. The Algoma coach, when he had questions, dealt with us in a very respectful manner. We appreciated this from the coaches and because of this, his players were respectful as well. That is what high school athletics should be all about.

Reporting Official:  Barry Harris

Freedom @ Clintonville
Dec. 20, 2024

I have to commend Clintonville’s #0 (Sam Wegener) for showing great sportsmanship during the game vs. Freedom. After a foul committed against Wegener, he ran up to the player and helped him up. That is just great sportsmanship that needs to be acknowledged. Also the Clintonville team as a whole displayed great sportsmanship during the game. This was not a close game and they all displayed great sportsmanship during the game.

Reporting Official:  Barry Harris