West Ottawa and Holland Christian win state titles in swimming
In Michigan, West Ottawa claims Division 1 at Holland Aquatic Center as Khadin Soto anchors a tight 400 freestyle relay to beat Detroit Catholic Central. Maas earns Swimmer of the Meet after two wins while Riley Meter of Holland Christian dominates the Division 3 meet with record blitzes in 100 butterfly and 100 backstroke. Zeeland West sweeps track titles, finishing a season of perfect meets.
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Local stars Mokma and Berghorst drafted same day in 2019 MLB draft
Two Zeeland area players Mokma and Berghorst, both Michigan State recruits, became the first local high school baseball duo drafted in the same year and on the same day. Mokma went in round 12 to the Miami Marlins and Berghorst in round 14 to the Texas Rangers, with Berghorst choosing MSU over pro ball.
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Hamilton Hawkeyes shine with all state picks and titles
Bria Schrotenboer and AJ Ediger earned all-state honors as the Hawkeyes advanced to the state quarterfinals in girls basketball for a second straight year. Ediger and Corbyn Wagner also earned all-state volleyball honors. Coach Dan Van Hekken was named AP Girls Basketball Coach of the Year, and James Mikola jczyk was named regional volleyball coach of the year. Hannah Fathman won the state title in the 50-yard freestyle with Rayah Blood and Nella Pashak taking runner-up spots.
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Hannah Fathman
Rayah Blood
Nella Pashak
Hope-Calvin 200th Rivalry Game Ends In Narrow Win
The 200th Calvin Hope rivalry game delivered a tight 82-80 finish with Calvin edging Hope. Coaches Vande Streek and Mitchell praised the atmosphere, resilience, and the high stakes amid the heated, long-standing series. Hope still leads 103-97 all-time.
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Hope swimmers clinch MIAA title in Patnott's farewell
Hope College finishes the final MIAA Championship under coach Patnott with a dominant title win led by standout swims. Meg Peel and Sydney Asselin praised the team’s drive to honor Patnott, marking the program’s first league crown since 2004 and capping his 39-year coaching tenure.
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Sydney Asselin
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