Midwest Classic Conference
Current Signings
Updated 5/15/06
Two Signed to Ashford Women's Basketball Program
Clinton, IA - The Ashford University women’s basketball program has announced the signing of two student-athletes. Joining the Saints next season will be Roni Connelly, who prepped at Washington (IA) High School, and Amara Ward, a native of Fulton, IL. [More]
Clinton, IA - Mike Hansen, a Clinton, IA native, will transfer to Ashford University and compete on the men’s golf team in the Fall of 2006. Hansen spent last year at the University of Iowa.“We are pleased to have Mike join our program. He is a solid golfer who will contribute right away to our program,” comments Ashford Head Men’s Golf Coach Chris Powers. Hansen will join former Clinton High prep Chad Ehrhart, who was Ashford’s top golfer last season. He plans to study business at Ashford.
Clinton, IA -Ashford University Baseball Coach Bob Koopmann has announced the signing of five baseball players. These prospects will join the Ashford University Saints’ program for fall 2006. [More]
Clinton, IA - Erik Bukacek, a senior from Racine, Wisconsin, has chosen to continue his basketball career at Ashford University. This past season, Bukacek, a 6’6” forward, averaged 10 points and 9 rebounds for the Prairie School Hawks, coached by Mount St. Clare College alumnus Lance Marifke.“We are pleased to have Erik join our program. We feel he has the potential to become a very fine college basketball player,” comments Ashford Head Coach Andy Eberhart.
Bukacek, the son of Nick and Lynn Bukacek, will study business at Ashford.
Clinton, IA - Daniel Joiner, from Bartlett High School (IL), has signed a letter of intent to continue his basketball career at Ashford University. Joiner, a 6’2” guard who scored more than 1,000 points in his career at Bartlett, averaged 19 points, 2 assists, 2 rebounds, and 2 steals per game his senior year. He was also an All-Area Player and a unanimous All-Conference (Upstate 8) performer.“Daniel is a very skilled player that we hope is going to make an instant impact on our team,” comments Ashford head coach Andy Eberhart. Joiner, the son of Dennis and Del Joiner is undecided on his major.
Clinton, IA - Ashford Head Coach Coach Mick Regan has signed eight men’s soccer players to join the Ashford University Saints’ program for fall 2006. [More]
Clinton, IA -The Ashford University men’s basketball program has announced the signing of two student-athletes from Rockford, Illinois. Joining the Saints next season will be Byron Emerson, from Guilford High School and Andrew Weber, from Boylan High School.
Clinton, IA - The Ashford University volleyball program has announced the signing of two more student-athletes. Joining the Saints next season will be Breelyn McMahon from Princeton, IL and Michelle Kramer from Fulton, IL.
Clinton, IA - Melissa Daniels committed to the Ashford University Volleyball team for the 2006-2007 season. Melissa graduated from East Central High School. She will transfer from Clinton Community College to join the Saints’ squad in the Fall as they aim to improve on their record breaking season. Daniels has thrived on and off the court and was named as Academic All-Conference as well as being named Honorable Mention All-Conference for her exploits on the court. She was also the 2nd leading blocker in the conference. In High School, she was part of the conference and district championship teams and was name as the Clinton Herald Honorable Mention Team. Melissa is the daughter of Lynn and Karen Daniels who currently live in Miles, Iowa.
Clinton, IA - Kelsey Dykema signed a national letter of intent to play for Ashford University in the 2006-07 season. Dykema will transfer from Black Hawk College in Moline Illinois, and will join Head Coach Steph Christner’s squad as she begins building her squad.
Dykema comes with a wealth of experience and recognition on and off the softball field. She was on the Dean’s List in 2005 and 2006, was Academic All-Conference, made the All-Conference, All Region and All-American teams as a pitcher. Head Coach Steph Christner is excited to have her on board. “Kelsey will make us much stronger in the pitching and in-field area. She has a great attitude and will be a valuable member of next years squad.” Kelsey, a sophomore at Black Hawk, graduated from Morrison High School in 2004 and plans to continue her education in the Sports Management field. She is the daughter of Mary and John Dykema who reside in Morrison, Illinois.
Clinton, IA - Derek Truninger, from Clinton Iowa, committed to the Ashford University Saints for the 2006-2007 school year. He will be a member of the Saints’ Baseball Squad. Derek is a graduate of Northeast High School, and plans to study Elementary Education at Ashford. Truninger, an outfielder, was named as All-Area Honorable Mention and looks to help to improve the Saints’ squad over the next four years. Derek’s parents are Gina and Mark Truninger who live in Clinton, Iowa.
Clinton, IA - Alysha Walter officially committed to attend Ashford University in the Fall of 2006. Alysha will become the newest member of the Saints’ Softball Squad. Alysha was a named as Offensive MVP and a Team Captain while at Amboy High School, and hopes to carry on her great leadership for the Saints next year. “We are very excited to add Alysha to our squad,” said Head Coach Steph Christner, “she has a great attitude and will help us to build a strong softball squad.” Walter, from Amboy, Illinois, plans to study Sports and Recreation Management at Ashford University. Alysha is the daughter of Laurie and Craig Walter.
Clinton, IA - Aubree Rhoades, from Fulton, Illinois, signed for Ashford University and becomes the newest member of the record breaking Saints Volleyball team. Aubree attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville for a semester, and plans to study Education at Ashford University. Rhoades, an outside hitter, was a 4 year letter winner at Fulton High School and was team captain for both volleyball and basketball. Aubree was also named as All-Area Clinton Herald Player of the Year. Aubree the daughter of Barb and Jim Rhoades who currently reside in Fulton, Illinois.
Queen Bees Sign Joanna Hirsch for Women's Basketball
Davenport, IA - The SAU women's basketball team has been very busy so far this recruiting season. Thursday, the Queen Bees inked their third recruit of the year, signing Rosary High School's Joanna Hirsch. Hirsch averaged 9.7 points, 3.3 assists, 3.0 steals, and 4.4 rebounds per game last season for a Royals team that finished 20-7. [More]
Missouri Prep Declares Intent to Play for Penn Women’s Soccer Team This Fall
William Penn, IA - William Penn University women’s soccer coach Josh Ganson has announced the signing of Kristen Dolen to a National Letter of Intent to attend the University in the fall and compete for the women’s soccer program. [More]
Housken Signs with Vikings Soccer
Des Moines, IA - Amanda Housken (Huxley, Iowa) has signed a letter of intent to join the Viking women's soccer program in the fall of 2006. Housken is an accomplished forward/midfielder from Gilbert High School. [More]
Des Moines, IA - Molly Gunsaulus (Newton, IA) has signed a letter of intent with the Grand View women's soccer and basketball teams. [More]
Davenport, IA - The St. Ambrose women's basketball program and head coach Amy Eagan are proud to announce the signing of Cambridge High School guard Jenny Clark. Clark has already experienced a distinguished high school career, and hopes for continued success at the next level. This marks Eagan's first ever signing as a head coach. [More]
St. Ambrose University Men’s Golf Coach Jeff Griebel is excited to announce the signing of one of the top high school golfers in the state of Iowa. Dusty Drenth, a senior at Bettendorf High School, has signed a letter of intent and will attend St. Ambrose in the fall 2006. He is the son of Leslie and Mark Drenth of Davenport, Iowa. [More]
Davenport, IA - St. Ambrose Women’s Softball Coach Bridget Murphy is excited to announce the signing of one of the top high school softball players from Western Illinois. Melissa Krueger, a senior at Rockridge High School (Illinois) has signed a letter of intent and will attend St. Ambrose in the fall of 2006. She is the daughter of Don and Michelle Krueger of Illinois City, Illinois. [More]
Davenport, IA - St. Ambrose University Cross Country & Track is pleased to announce the signing of Cliff Miles from AlWood High School. Miles qualified for the IHSA state tournament in the 3200 and was also an all-state performer in cross country this past fall, finishing 18th place in a time of 15:27. He holds school records in the three mile, 3200m, and 1600m races. [More]
Davenport, IA - St. Ambrose University Men’s Football Coach Todd Sturdy is excited to announce the signing of one of the top high school football players in the state of Iowa.Mike Hayward, a senior at Bettendorf High School (IA.) has signed a letter of intent and will attend St. Ambrose in the fall 2006. He is the son of Kathy and Mike Hayward of Davenport, Iowa. [More]
Des Moines, IA - Holly Winter (West Des Moines, Iowa) has signed a letter of intent to join the Viking women's soccer program in the fall of 2006. Winter is a forward/midfielder from West Des Moines Valley High School. She transfers to Grand View after competing at the University of Northern Iowa in the fall of 2005. [More]
Read Signs With Waldorf College Softball
Forest City, IA - South Hamilton High School standout Laura Read has signed a National Letter-of-Intent to continue her softball career at Waldorf College in Forest City. [More]
Forest City, IA - West Hancock standout, Sarah Swanson, has signed Letters-of-Intent to continue her athletic career at Waldorf College. Swanson will play basketball and softball for the Warriors. [More]
Oskaloosa, IA - William Penn University cross country and track coach Daniel Alvarado has announced the signing of Kory Krenz to a National Letter of Intent to attend the University in the fall and compete for the cross country and track programs. [More]
Des Moines, Iowa – Carrie Hatfield (Des Moines, IA) has committed to the Grand View softball team for the 2006-07 school year announced by head coach Lou A. Yacinich. Hatfield is an Honorable ]Mention All-State and All-Conference infielder from Des Moines East High School. [More]
Des Moines, IA - Janae Scott (Central City, Iowa) has committed to the Grand View softball team for the 2006-07 school year announced by head coach Lou A. Yacinich. Scott will transfer from North Iowa Area Community College. Scott is the daughter of Kelly and Denise Scott of Central City. She plans to study graphic design and business entrepreneurship while at Grand View.
Des Moines, IA - Six athletes have committed to the Grand View volleyball team for the 2006 school year announced by head coach Le Ann Stefani. Jenna Loney (Marshalltown, Iowa), Brandi Drost (Wall Lake, Iowa), Lucy Thomas (Griggsville, Ill.), Samantha Tasler (Churdan, Iowa), McKenna Winter (Norwalk, Iowa), and Amanda Jellema (Des Moines, Iowa) will join the Vikings next season.
Des Moines, IA – Tony Sheimo (Forest City, Iowa) has committed to the Grand View men’s golf team for the 2006-07 school year announced by head coach Chris Winkel. Sheimo is the son of Kevin and Jill Sheimo of Forest City. He plans to study Business Administration at Grand View.
Forest City, IA - Clarion-Goldfield High School’s Sara Leichsenring has announced her intention to continue her volleyball career at Waldorf College. [More]
Forest City, IA - South Hamilton High School softball standout Jordan Story has announced her intention to continue her athletic career at Waldorf College in Forest City. [More]
Maher Signs with Mount Mercy Track and Field Program
Cedar Rapids, IA - Alyssa Maher of DeWitt Central High School, a five-time
all-stater and winner of two state titles, has signed a letter of intent to join the Mount Mercy College track & field program, head coach Ryan Scheckel announced. [More]
Forest City, IA - Jefferson-Scranton senior, Beth Bohnet, has announced her intention to continue her athletic career at Waldorf College in Forest City. Bohnet will participate in both volleyball and softball for the Warriors. [More]
Forest City, IA - Van Meter High School’s Ashley Sinclair has announced her intention to continue her athletic career at Waldorf College in Forest City. Sinclair will compete for the Warrior volleyball and softball programs. [More]
Davenport, IA - St. Ambrose University Men’s Golf Coach Jeff Griebel is excited to announce the signing of one of the top high school golfers from Northern Illinois. Danny Nelson, a senior at Princeton High School (Illinois) has signed a letter of intent and will attend St. Ambrose in the fall 2006. He is the son of Wanda & Tom Nelson of Princeton, Illinois. [More]
Oskaloosa, IA - William Penn University softball coach Mike Christner has announced the signing of two Iowa high school athletes to National Letters of Intent to attend the University in the fall and compete for the softball program. Alissa Crumley is a two-time all-conference pitcher at Riverside HS in Oakland. The native of Oakland and daughter of Mark and Rhonda Crumley, Alissa has also claimed all-district and Honorable-Mention All-State laurels and still has one year of prep competition remaining this summer. [More]
Forest City, IA - Belmond-Klemme High School senior, Chelsey Dougherty, has announced her intention to continue her athletic career at Waldorf College in Forest City.
VU Volleyball Wecomes Harelstad
La Crosse, WI - Viterbo University volleyball head coach Ryan Delong announced the signing of Heather Harelstad (Chippewa Falls, WI) to a letter of intent to play for the 2006 V-Hawk squad. Harelstad has had an amazing career as a four year varsity letter winner for Chippewa Falls High School. Harelstad, a libero, was 1st team all conference in the Big Rivers 2003, 2004, and 2005. She was also named defensive player of the year in 2003, 2004, and 2005 and was 1st team all county in 2003 and 2005. [More]
Des Moines, IA – Courtney Feilmeier (Breda, IA) has committed to the Grand View softball team for the 2006-07 school year announced by head coach Lou A. Yacinich. Breda is a Special Mention All-State, First Team All-District, First Team All-Western Iowa, and First Team All-Conference pitcher and utility player from Kuemper Catholic High School. In 2005, the Kuemper Catholic softball team produced a 31-9 record behind Breda’s 1.00 ERA and .313 batting average. She drove in 37 RBI’s and 10 doubles. Feilmeier is the daughter of Mark and Lee Feilmeier of Breda. A four-year honor roll student-athlete, Feilmeier plans to study Business Administration at Grand View.
Des Moines, IA– Lacy Pisel (Gilmore City, IA) has committed to the Grand View softball team for the 2006-07 school year announced by head coach Lou A. Yacinich. Pisel is an Honorable Mention All-State and All-Conference catcher from Twin River Valley School. In 2005, Pisel owned a .444 batting average with 23 RBI, 24 runs scored, a home run, and a .525 slugging percentage.
Pisel is also an accomplished student-athlete. She is a member if the National Honor Society, NSC All-Academic Team, National Council on Youth Leadership, is a three-time Top 5 Award winner, and has received the U.S. Achievement Academy Science Award.Pisel is the daughter of Kirk and Jolene Pisel of Gilmore City.