Weisskopf builds legacy as multi sport star at Williamsburg
Derek Weisskopf, a standout at Williamsburg and son of Brett and Danielle Weisskopf, earned top honors in football basketball and track. He helped the Raiders win a Class 3A football title and a 2A track championship while attracting college interest in football through AAU basketball exposure. He credits humility, a trait his parents emphasize, and aims to contribute at Iowa as a freshman linebacker while pursuing special teams roles.
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Gazette Male Athlete of the Year voting results released
Eight sports staffers tabulated votes for the 2024 Gazette Male Athlete of the Year on a 5 4 3 2 1 scale. Derek Weisskopf of Williamsburg led with six first place votes, followed by Preston Ries Monticello Brett White Solon Lance McShane Maquoketa Valley and Jack Miller J Sup among top five with others listed receiving votes and nominations from Cedar Rapids to North Linn.
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Multisport Star Ready for College Football and Baseball
The state's all time yardage leader and 2A football player of the year totaled 4,485 yards and 57 touchdowns as the Panthers went 10-2 to the state semifinals. A three year basketball all star leads in points and rebounds. also a state shot put and discus qualifier, and five year baseball starter. Committed to Iowa for football and Baylor for baseball after senior seasons hitting .460 with 17 doubles and seven home runs, plus .482 as a sophomore. He compiled 281 career football tackles and played 23 basketball games as a senior.
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Lance McShane Maquoreta Valley Star Athlete Heading to College
Lance McShane of Maquoreta Valley, a prolific multi sport star, amassed 3693 rushing yards and 56 touchdowns in football, 160.5 tackles, and 803 points with 486 rebounds in basketball alongside state honors. He set the 400 meter hurdles record, won Drake Relays long jump, and state 2A track crown, earning college offers to Iowa State and Upper Iowa University. He is the son of Jaye Donlea Miller.
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