Northeast Nodaway's boys beat Worth County 61-35 to pick up their second win of the year as Garet Jackson had 21 points to lead the Bluejays. That was a career high for him. Joel Scroggie followed with 20, also a career high; Steve Schulte had 15. For Worth County, Brevyn Ross did all he could to keep the Tigers in the game, even leaping over a trash barrel and the bleacher stairs on the south end of the gym in a futile effort to save a ball from going out of bounds. But he did not get enough scoring help as once again, a promising start by Worth County fizzled. Chris Alarcon, playing his best game of the season, followed with seven.
Northeast was playing with some newfound depth as they got Andrew Faustlin back for the Worth County game and got Max Giesken back for the previous game. That allowed Coach Chaim Jenkins to go seven deep, filtering Andrew Freemeyer and Dalton Auffert off the bench to give his starters some badly needed rest. Worth County scored the first five points of the game, but Northeast's newfound depth allowed them to finish the game strongly instead of fizzling out in the second half. Chris Alarcon scored five of his seven points in the first quarter to put Worth County up 8-4, but then Northeast took the lead for good as Joel Scroggie was a force around the paint, blocking six shots for the night and altering many more. Garet Jackson and Steve Schulte were on fire in the second frame as Northeast took a 23-15 lead into the break. Brevyn Ross had 8 to lead Worth County at the half, but didn't get enough help.
Northeast played their best quarter of the year in the third frame. The backbreaker came late in the third when Steve Schulte threw a long outlet to Joel Scroggie for a layup after Brevyn Ross had converted a Nate Pointer steal to cut it to 28-21. Garet Jackson followed with a jumper with a defender in his face and then followed it up with a 3-pointer as Steve Schulte threw another long strike. Joel Scroggie blocked four shots in the third frame and Brevyn Ross' futile leap over the trash can and stairs did not save a ball from going out of bounds as Garet Jackson's free throws at the end of the third put Northeast up 39-22.
Northeast, who had trouble all year closing teams out, started the fourth quarter off strongly, scoring the first six points of the period and Brevyn Ross' 9 points in the period were a futile effort to get something going as Northeast pulled away for the 26 point win. The win was convincing enough that the Nodaway News-Leader sports writer put Northeast's boys in the middle tier despite the fact they have only won two games so far.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Brevyn Ross Hits 24 vs. Gallatin but Tiger Boys Still Winless
Worth County's boys are still searching for their first win of the year despite a 24-point performance from Brevyn Ross Friday night as the boys fell to Gallatin 67-49. The boys hung with Gallatin until late in the first half, but then faded away. There were six ties in the early going as neither team took control early. Gallatin erased an 8-6 lead with an 8-0 run late in the first quarter, but Brevyn Ross' drive early in the second tied it back up at 14. Josh Warner was playing his best game of the year, getting to the basket and running the floor; he set a new varsity career high with 6 points, all in the first half.
Finally, a couple of late lapses by the Tigers swung the game permanently in Gallatin's favor; they failed to match up on defense on consecutive plays, allowing easy layups by the Bulldogs. They subsequently got a steal off the press to go ahead 31-22 at the half.
At the half, FCCLA Sponsor Jonell Cook allowed students who donated to help cure Spina Bifida to tie her to the wall on the south end of the gym with duct tape.
Chris Alarcon got four in the third quarter to help Brevyn, who was doing all he could to keep the Tigers in the game. But Gallatin scored the first eight points of the third quarter and led by as much as 23 in the frame. Worth County finally got some steals and got their transition game going and came as close as 11, but it was too late to avoid yet another loss.
Brevyn shot 11 for 18 from the field. Truman Moore had 11 boards for the night.
The girls got off to a promising start, jumping out to an 8-3 lead against Gallatin. But Gallatin's speed began to tell after that and the game quickly turned into a layup drill for them as they won 76-33. Kaitlyn Davidson got a season high 18 points for the Tigers. Sydney Thummel followed with 11 points along with 5 for 7 shooting from the free throw line. Claire Andrews followed with 5.
Finally, a couple of late lapses by the Tigers swung the game permanently in Gallatin's favor; they failed to match up on defense on consecutive plays, allowing easy layups by the Bulldogs. They subsequently got a steal off the press to go ahead 31-22 at the half.
At the half, FCCLA Sponsor Jonell Cook allowed students who donated to help cure Spina Bifida to tie her to the wall on the south end of the gym with duct tape.
Chris Alarcon got four in the third quarter to help Brevyn, who was doing all he could to keep the Tigers in the game. But Gallatin scored the first eight points of the third quarter and led by as much as 23 in the frame. Worth County finally got some steals and got their transition game going and came as close as 11, but it was too late to avoid yet another loss.
Brevyn shot 11 for 18 from the field. Truman Moore had 11 boards for the night.
The girls got off to a promising start, jumping out to an 8-3 lead against Gallatin. But Gallatin's speed began to tell after that and the game quickly turned into a layup drill for them as they won 76-33. Kaitlyn Davidson got a season high 18 points for the Tigers. Sydney Thummel followed with 11 points along with 5 for 7 shooting from the free throw line. Claire Andrews followed with 5.
Taryn Farnan Hits 20 as NEN Holds Off Tiger Rally
Northeast Nodaway's girls got their first win of the new year, beating Worth County 49-40 as they held off a late Tiger rally to get the win. Taryn Farnan got 20 points for the night, two off of her career high. She also carried Northeast on the defensive boards, collecting around 15 for the night. For Worth County, they were left still seeking their second win of the year playing against a tough set of opponents. The game will likely help Northeast in districts as the Tigers are a district opponent. They have fallen to Mercer and have beaten Worth County and Stanberry, meaning that they could be seeded as high as second.
For Worth County, the trouble started midway through the first quarter when Northeast switched into their zone press and Kaitlyn Davidson picked up her second foul and had to sit down. Northeast went on an 8-2 run to close out the period and lead 14-7. Brianna Riley's drive made it 16-7 before Worth County switched to man to man to stop the bleeding.
The game settled down into a defensive struggle with Dallis Coffelt getting two blocks in a row on one possession for Northeast and Worth County creating ball movement problems with their man to man defense. For Worth County, holding Northeast to 49 points matched their third lowest point total scored by a Tiger opponent. The Tigers scored 40 points against Northeast; that was the most that Northeast has given up defensively and lived to tell about it. Northeast is much more effective when holding teams to under 40 points; they are 7-0 when holding teams under 40 and 1-4 when allowing 40 or more.
Worth County held it to under double digits in the second quarter until late in the period, when they gifted Northeast with five points when they committed a pair of fouls 70 feet from the bucket with Northeast in the bonus. That resulted in three free throws as well as a putback for Northeast as the Bluejays led 27-16 at the break.
Holly Redden's free throw with 5:32 left put Northeast up 31-16, but then Claire Andrews (18 points, career high) got the hot hand for Worth County and her shooting kept the Tigers in the game the rest of the way. Northeast led by as much as 17 with 4:58 left in the fourth, but then Coach Vance Proffitt put in his third string too early as Worth County was not ready to quit. Kaitlyn Davidson jumped a pass and got a layup, Claire Andrews got a putback, Payton Adwell hit a pair of free throws, and Claire got a steal off the press as Worth County got it back under double digits at 44-35 with 1:02 left, forcing Proffitt to put some of his starters back in.
Sydney Thummel's free throw got Worth County to as close as 45-38 with 16 seconds left, but then she got a little too aggressive and knocked Taryn Farnan down while trying to foul her or tie her up; Taryn hit one out of two free throws and then showed no ill effects from the throwdown, beating the press for a 3-point play to put Northeast back up by 11.
Dallis Coffelt did a little bit of everything for Northeast, getting 7 points, 5 blocks, and 5 assists. Holly Redden had 9 points, doing so without the benefit of a 3-pointer.
Northeast went on to pick up a 53-33 win over Stewartsville on the road in Platte Valley Conference Play Friday. Stewartsville was determined to give a much better accounting of themselves than the first time that they played, trailing Northeast only 18-12 at the break. But Northeast finished the game strongly, putting up 35 points in the second half to come away with the win. Taryn led the scoring for Northeast with 13 points. Holly Redden battled the flu but had eight points and two 3-pointers for Northeast. Dallis Coffelt also had 8. Claudia Wiederholt had 6, Jill Spire had 5, Kaysie Wiederholt had a career high with 4, Kerrigan Adwell had 4, Brianna Riley had 3, and Bailey Judd had 2. The margin would have been bigger if Northeast had hit their free throws; they were only 7 for 22 from the line for the night.
For Worth County, the trouble started midway through the first quarter when Northeast switched into their zone press and Kaitlyn Davidson picked up her second foul and had to sit down. Northeast went on an 8-2 run to close out the period and lead 14-7. Brianna Riley's drive made it 16-7 before Worth County switched to man to man to stop the bleeding.
The game settled down into a defensive struggle with Dallis Coffelt getting two blocks in a row on one possession for Northeast and Worth County creating ball movement problems with their man to man defense. For Worth County, holding Northeast to 49 points matched their third lowest point total scored by a Tiger opponent. The Tigers scored 40 points against Northeast; that was the most that Northeast has given up defensively and lived to tell about it. Northeast is much more effective when holding teams to under 40 points; they are 7-0 when holding teams under 40 and 1-4 when allowing 40 or more.
Worth County held it to under double digits in the second quarter until late in the period, when they gifted Northeast with five points when they committed a pair of fouls 70 feet from the bucket with Northeast in the bonus. That resulted in three free throws as well as a putback for Northeast as the Bluejays led 27-16 at the break.
Holly Redden's free throw with 5:32 left put Northeast up 31-16, but then Claire Andrews (18 points, career high) got the hot hand for Worth County and her shooting kept the Tigers in the game the rest of the way. Northeast led by as much as 17 with 4:58 left in the fourth, but then Coach Vance Proffitt put in his third string too early as Worth County was not ready to quit. Kaitlyn Davidson jumped a pass and got a layup, Claire Andrews got a putback, Payton Adwell hit a pair of free throws, and Claire got a steal off the press as Worth County got it back under double digits at 44-35 with 1:02 left, forcing Proffitt to put some of his starters back in.
Sydney Thummel's free throw got Worth County to as close as 45-38 with 16 seconds left, but then she got a little too aggressive and knocked Taryn Farnan down while trying to foul her or tie her up; Taryn hit one out of two free throws and then showed no ill effects from the throwdown, beating the press for a 3-point play to put Northeast back up by 11.
Dallis Coffelt did a little bit of everything for Northeast, getting 7 points, 5 blocks, and 5 assists. Holly Redden had 9 points, doing so without the benefit of a 3-pointer.
Northeast went on to pick up a 53-33 win over Stewartsville on the road in Platte Valley Conference Play Friday. Stewartsville was determined to give a much better accounting of themselves than the first time that they played, trailing Northeast only 18-12 at the break. But Northeast finished the game strongly, putting up 35 points in the second half to come away with the win. Taryn led the scoring for Northeast with 13 points. Holly Redden battled the flu but had eight points and two 3-pointers for Northeast. Dallis Coffelt also had 8. Claudia Wiederholt had 6, Jill Spire had 5, Kaysie Wiederholt had a career high with 4, Kerrigan Adwell had 4, Brianna Riley had 3, and Bailey Judd had 2. The margin would have been bigger if Northeast had hit their free throws; they were only 7 for 22 from the line for the night.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Obituary -- Dudley Davidson 1958-2014
Dudley Edward Davidson, 55, Grant City Missouri, passed away Monday, January 7, 2014 at the Worth County Convalescent Center. Dudley was born in Wheeler, Oregon January 24, 1958 to Chase and Leona (Fletchall) Davidson. Dudley was the youngest of 5 brothers and sisters. At the age of 2 Dudley and his family moved from Oregon to a farm outside of Grant City in 1960. He was educated at Grant City high school and graduated in 1976. He was united in marriage to Carmen Stephens daughter of Tom and Waurine (Goff) Stephens both of Grant City MO May 31, 1980 and have resided there ever since. Preceding Dudley in death include his father Chase E Davidson, a sister Connie(Robert) Findley, and a sister-in-law Terry(Speck) Davidson. Survivors include his wife Carmen of the home, mother Leona Davidson of Grant City, brothers Harold(Deborah) Davidson of Parkville Mo, William(Sherry) Davidson Grant City, Elmer Davidson of Grant City, and Sister Deidra(Robert) Hunt of Grant City. Three sons Chevy(Jessica) Davidson of Grant City, Berkley(Alison) Davidson of Redding IA, Thomas Davidson of Grant City, and a daughter Delaney Davidson of Grant City Mo and 1 grandson Chase Davidson of Grant City, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be Thursday January 9th 6:00-8:00 pm and funeral services will be Friday January 10th 10:00 am at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home of Grant City and graveside services will follow.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Christmas Comes to Worth County in January
Christmas came to Worth County in January as the postponed “Yes, Virginia” musical was performed at the school despite cold weather that dipped to at least 11 below zero Monday night. Many other events around the area were canceled that night, but the musical was held as scheduled.
The story is about a young girl, Virginia, who is not sure whether Santa is real. The response by most of the community was a heartwarming reminder of the meaning of Christmas. The production was paid for by a $1,000 grant from Macy’s; the Worth County PTO helped pay for the floor microphones. Worth County was one of only 100 schools across the nation to receive this grant. Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz drew the loudest cheers when he announced that there would be a two hour late start the next morning due to the record cold weather. He also announced that the school would have a drama camp this summer cumulating in another musical, “Annie Junior,” based on the famous orphan girl growing up in the Great Depression.
Characters were Miriam the Librarian (Keelin Engel), Virginia (Olivia Kanak), Ollie (Ethan Frese), Scraggly Santa (Trent Gabriel), the Dancing Pigeons (Madelyn Runde, Krystal Kobbe, Kalli Moellenberndt, Claire McElvain, Lauren Moore, Kaylee McElvain), Mr. Church (Reid Gabriel), Young Mother with Infant (Aivry Griffin), Charlotte (Braidy Hunt), The Jolly Gentleman (Wyatt Frese), Mrs. Whiskers (Justina Wimer), Around the World Santas (A.J. Drury, Aivry Griffin, Elias Alarcon, Kalli Moellenberndt, Kolton Smith, Jeremy Wimer), A Boy and His Dog (Jacob Kanak), News Kids (Elias Alarcon, A.J. Drury, Jeremy Wimer, Kolton Smith, Lincoln Moore, Jacob Kanak), and the Library Patrons (Lauren Moore, Kaylee McElvain).
Working behind the scenes to make the play a success were Regan Drury (Student Director), Riley Drury (Stage Manager), Darin Drury (Set Design), Olivia Davidson and Elizabeth Owens (Stage Crew), Alyssa Kramer and Dr. Matt Martz (Musical Directors), and Nanci Drury (Theatrical Director).
The Worth County Drama Department is seeking donations so that they can continue to put on musicals such as “Yes, Virginia.” By becoming a booster, people and businesses will have their names displayed in programs for a year. Contact Nanci Drury for more information.
The story is about a young girl, Virginia, who is not sure whether Santa is real. The response by most of the community was a heartwarming reminder of the meaning of Christmas. The production was paid for by a $1,000 grant from Macy’s; the Worth County PTO helped pay for the floor microphones. Worth County was one of only 100 schools across the nation to receive this grant. Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz drew the loudest cheers when he announced that there would be a two hour late start the next morning due to the record cold weather. He also announced that the school would have a drama camp this summer cumulating in another musical, “Annie Junior,” based on the famous orphan girl growing up in the Great Depression.
Characters were Miriam the Librarian (Keelin Engel), Virginia (Olivia Kanak), Ollie (Ethan Frese), Scraggly Santa (Trent Gabriel), the Dancing Pigeons (Madelyn Runde, Krystal Kobbe, Kalli Moellenberndt, Claire McElvain, Lauren Moore, Kaylee McElvain), Mr. Church (Reid Gabriel), Young Mother with Infant (Aivry Griffin), Charlotte (Braidy Hunt), The Jolly Gentleman (Wyatt Frese), Mrs. Whiskers (Justina Wimer), Around the World Santas (A.J. Drury, Aivry Griffin, Elias Alarcon, Kalli Moellenberndt, Kolton Smith, Jeremy Wimer), A Boy and His Dog (Jacob Kanak), News Kids (Elias Alarcon, A.J. Drury, Jeremy Wimer, Kolton Smith, Lincoln Moore, Jacob Kanak), and the Library Patrons (Lauren Moore, Kaylee McElvain).
Working behind the scenes to make the play a success were Regan Drury (Student Director), Riley Drury (Stage Manager), Darin Drury (Set Design), Olivia Davidson and Elizabeth Owens (Stage Crew), Alyssa Kramer and Dr. Matt Martz (Musical Directors), and Nanci Drury (Theatrical Director).
The Worth County Drama Department is seeking donations so that they can continue to put on musicals such as “Yes, Virginia.” By becoming a booster, people and businesses will have their names displayed in programs for a year. Contact Nanci Drury for more information.
Monday, January 6, 2014
MoDOT Urges Caution on Roads as Cold Conditions Continue
As MoDOT crews finish clearing snow from shoulders and wind-drifted
patches, motorists are urged to slow down and watch out for patches of
ice that may linger especially on rural roads and secondary routes.
Crews have been working around the clock, and bitterly cold temperatures make it difficult to plow snow or treat roadways with salt and other snow-melting materials. Even in areas where crews have made progress, it's possible motorists may encounter slick spots where refreeze has occurred or blowing snow has covered an already-plowed roadway.
"This isn't a typical storm, where we can make great headway once it stops snowing," said District Engineer Don Wichern. "In some areas of the state where they received more snow, even though it's been almost two days since the snow stopped, motorists will still find major routes still packed because of the winds and cold temps."
When temperatures dip well below zero degrees, getting stranded on the side of the road can be very dangerous. Before you head out, equip your vehicle with an emergency kit and let a friend or family member know when and where you're traveling.
For more information about road conditions, call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/northwest and view the online Traveler Information Map. In addition, MoDOT provides updated information on Twitter @MoDOTNorthwest and Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOTNWDistrict.
Crews have been working around the clock, and bitterly cold temperatures make it difficult to plow snow or treat roadways with salt and other snow-melting materials. Even in areas where crews have made progress, it's possible motorists may encounter slick spots where refreeze has occurred or blowing snow has covered an already-plowed roadway.
"This isn't a typical storm, where we can make great headway once it stops snowing," said District Engineer Don Wichern. "In some areas of the state where they received more snow, even though it's been almost two days since the snow stopped, motorists will still find major routes still packed because of the winds and cold temps."
When temperatures dip well below zero degrees, getting stranded on the side of the road can be very dangerous. Before you head out, equip your vehicle with an emergency kit and let a friend or family member know when and where you're traveling.
For more information about road conditions, call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/northwest and view the online Traveler Information Map. In addition, MoDOT provides updated information on Twitter @MoDOTNorthwest and Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOTNWDistrict.
Motorists Urged to Drive Cautiously and Watch for Changing Conditions
(MODOT) -- This weekend's winter storm brought more snow across most of the
Northwest region, and crews with the Missouri Department of
Transportation have been out since the beginning plowing and treating
state highways. However, due to extremely low temperatures, blowing snow
and possible refreezing, MoDOT urges all motorists to drive with
caution if they have to drive Monday morning.
"We have our crews out, but conditions in our area vary widely from clear and partly covered roads to some still covered," said MoDOT NW District Maintenance Engineer Marty Liles. "Conditions also can vary quickly, especially on our less-traveled numbered and lettered routes, ramps, bridges and auxiliary lanes so we really need motorists to stay home if possible or drive very cautiously."
While crews have been working around the clock, the bitterly cold temperatures make it difficult to plow snow or treat roadways with salt and other snow-melting materials. Even in areas where crews have made progress, it's possible motorists may encounter slick spots where refreeze has occurred or blowing snow has covered an already-plowed roadway.
"We will stay with it until we can restore state routes to near-normal conditions," Liles said. "I would encourage everyone to be very careful, give our snow plows plenty of room, don't try to pass the plows and check on road conditions before you leave if you do have to travel."
One of the best ways to prepare for winter travel is to check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map, located at http://www.modot.org/. The map offers real-time views of road conditions for Missouri's interstates and major highways. For smartphone and tablet users, MoDOT's Traveler Information App brings the same information to your mobile devices. Travelers can also pick up the phone and call MoDOT's toll-free customer service center at 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636). Customer service representatives are available to give road conditions updates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
"We have our crews out, but conditions in our area vary widely from clear and partly covered roads to some still covered," said MoDOT NW District Maintenance Engineer Marty Liles. "Conditions also can vary quickly, especially on our less-traveled numbered and lettered routes, ramps, bridges and auxiliary lanes so we really need motorists to stay home if possible or drive very cautiously."
While crews have been working around the clock, the bitterly cold temperatures make it difficult to plow snow or treat roadways with salt and other snow-melting materials. Even in areas where crews have made progress, it's possible motorists may encounter slick spots where refreeze has occurred or blowing snow has covered an already-plowed roadway.
"We will stay with it until we can restore state routes to near-normal conditions," Liles said. "I would encourage everyone to be very careful, give our snow plows plenty of room, don't try to pass the plows and check on road conditions before you leave if you do have to travel."
One of the best ways to prepare for winter travel is to check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map, located at http://www.modot.org/. The map offers real-time views of road conditions for Missouri's interstates and major highways. For smartphone and tablet users, MoDOT's Traveler Information App brings the same information to your mobile devices. Travelers can also pick up the phone and call MoDOT's toll-free customer service center at 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636). Customer service representatives are available to give road conditions updates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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