Pennington leaves Zeeland East for Caledonia
Derek Pennington steps down as Zeeland East football coach to take the head coach job at Caledonia High School starting next season. He cites fit with Caledonia and the OK Red as factors, noting Zeeland East memories and a successful 13 year run with four conference titles, two district titles and a regional championship. Zeeland East went 4-3 this season, with a playoff forfeit due to COVID-19. Caledonia went 4-5 and lost to Mona Shores in the district round.
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New Holland Christian taps Brad Jansen for culture over wins
Brad Jansen, 36, leaves Colorado to coach Holland Christian boys basketball, focusing on character and defense amid pandemic constraints. He meets about 50 potential players by Zoom, builds a coaching philosophy centered on developing boys into men, and aims to fit a Hoosiers like community feel in West Michigan.
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MHSAA sets Jan restart for swim and volleyball action
The Michigan High School Athletic Association restarts practice on January 4 for swimming and volleyball with state meets slated Jan 15 and 16 across three sites Hudsonville Grand Rapids Northview and Lake Orion. Finals run Jan 15 for diving and Jan 16 for swimming with volleyball later that week Kellogg Arena Battle Creek hosts semis and finals spectators banned and rapid COVID testing required for all participants.
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