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Roxanne Stauffer Signs to Play Basketball at Tabor College
May 09, 2008
Categories: Women's Basketball News, Women's Basketball Signees, General News, Athletics News
Hesston College Sophomore Roxanne Stauffer has signed a letter of intent to play basketball next season for the Lady Jays
Stauffer, a 5-foot 9-inch guard, led Hesston (Kan.) College in scoring last season at 12.5 points per game. She was named to the NJCAA 2nd Team All-Region VI Team, and set the Hesston College single season free throw record shooting 84 percent from the line (76-91)
According to Head Women’s Basketball Coach Shawn Winter, “Roxanne has two seasons of college experience which has prepared her to help our team for the next two seasons. She is athletic, well skilled, and understands how to play the game. She will also bring strong leadership to our team and the campus as well.”
Roxanne is the daughter of Barry and Brenda Stauffer.
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Quinton Smith Signs to Play Baseball at Tabor
May 09, 2008
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Mulvane (Kan.) High School senior Quinton Smith has signed a letter of intent to play baseball at Tabor College next season.
Quinton, a 5’10 third baseman and pitcher, was named to the Ark Valley Chisholm Trail All-League Team in 2007, while helping his team reach the regional finals.
According to Head Baseball Coach Chad Newhard, “Quinton is a tremendous fit for our baseball program. He has excelled in the classroom and is a man of high character. His versatility as a baseball player will also allow him to possibly be used in several roles. I look forward to working with Quinton when he gets on campus this fall.”
Quinton is the son of Troy and Karen Smith.
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Nichole Gentry to Play Basketball at Tabor College
May 08, 2008
Categories: Women's Basketball News, Women's Basketball Signees, Athletics News
Ottawa (Kan.) High School senior Nichole Gentry has signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Tabor College next season.
The 5-foot, 9-inch guard/forward’s decision to become a Lady Jay is good news for Head Coach Shawn Winter.
“We are thrilled that Nichole has chosen Tabor to continue her basketball career and education,” Winter said. “Nichole loves the game and is committed to reaching her potential as a player. She will fit into our style of play on the court and will be a great addition to the Tabor community as well.”
Nichole is the daughter of Andrea and Bruce Gentry, and Nancy Becker.
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Tabor Women Shatter KCAC Record in Relay
May 08, 2008
Categories: Men's Track News, Women's Track News, Athletics News
(The Hillsboro Free Press)
The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference outdoor track and field championship meet record in the women’s 4×800 relay wasn’t broken at Friends University Friday.
It was demolished.
The dynamite foursome of Liz Kleinsasser, Amber Wiens, Shelby Miller and Heidi Schmidt blew the old record away, stopping the clock at 9:26.79—26 full seconds earlier than the previous meet record of 9:53.
They also shattered their own school record, set at 9:43.03 in perfect conditions on their home track April 16. Friday’s time is the eighth fastest run anywhere in the NAIA so far this season.
“It was just an incredible effort by all four women,” coach Dave Kroeker said. “Joel Soo Hoo coaches these women and deserves credit for their outstanding performance as well.”
The women’s 4×400 group of Kelli Kopper, Kleinsasser, Andrea Batista and Miller qualified for national competition with a second-place time of 3:59.40 at the end of the second day of competition.
Three on the men’s side won conference championships. Jeff Harms won the high jump (6-4) on Friday.
Silas Hibbs added 10 inches to his best pole vault, upping the school record to 14-10 and won the event by 16 inches Saturday.
Also on Saturday, Andrew Schroter won the men’s 400 hurdles with a time of 55.48 and missed the NAIA “B” standard by just two-tenths of a second.
Tabor had 14 top-3 “all-conference” performances and 27 “honorable mention” performances.
Tabor’s all-conference women are: Jessica Burden, 100 hurdles and pole vault; Tasia Johnson, long jump; Kleinsasser, 800 meter run; Miller, 400 meter dash, pole vault and long jump; Breanna Wray, hammer throw; and the 4×100 relay of Jennifer Schmidt, Tamara Steward, Batista, and Kopper.
Men’s all-KCAC performances were recorded by: Andrew Covin, 400; Justin Ball—3rd, 800m; Matt Dean—3rd, triple Zac Remboldt, Caleb Schroeder, Adam McPeck, and Ball; and the 4×400 team of Covin, Brent Nelson, Schroter, and Justin Ball.
The women’s team’s all-KCAC honorable mention performances were turned in by: Burden, 400 hurdles; Dana Champlin, javelin and high jump; Abby Claassen, discus; Amy Dueck, triple jump; Kopper, 400m; Amanda Krier, discus; Jennifer Schmidt, 100; Steward, 200 and 400; Jera Teselle, 10,000; Erin Vance, 400 hurdles and 100 hurdles; Estey Wichert, hammer; and Wiens, 1500; and Wray, shot put.
The men’s team’s honorable mentions are: Covin, 200; Matt Dean, long jump; Adam Dirks, hammer; Tim Funk, high jump; Tony Loewen, 110 hurdles. Nathaniel Porter, 400 hurdles; Mike Rousell, triple jump; Dan Sigley, 3000 steeplechase and 5000; Matt Vaughn, hammer and shot; and the men’s 4×100 relay of Johnathan Miller, Covin, Hibbs, and Schroter.
Coming—Tabor’s National qualifiers currently include the women’s 4×400 and 4×800 relays, Tasia Johnson in the 100, Dana Champlin in the javelin, and Adam Dirks in the javelin.
Several more Tabor athletes will have one more opportunity to qualify for nationals at “last chance” meets at Bethany on Thursday evening and Emporia State on Saturday.
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Grant Vogt Signs to Play Basketball at Tabor College
May 08, 2008
Categories: Men's Basketball News, Athletics News, Men's Basketball Signees
Flint Hills High School Senior (Rosalia, Kan.) Grant Vogt has signed a letter of intent to play basketball next season for the Bluejays.
The 6-foot 5-inch guard-forward will help add depth to multiple positions according to Tabor Head Basketball Coach Micah Ratzlaff
“Grant is a player that was a no-brainier for me,” Ratzlaff said. “He is great in the classroom, and he has extremely high character. Grant has a huge upside on the basketball court, and his ability to shoot the basketball at 6’5 will be a nice addition to our program.”
Besides being named All-State Honorable Mention and All-Lyon County League 2nd team in basketball, Grant also is a member of the National Honor Society, Principal’s Honor Roll, and was a Kansas University Honor Scholar.
Grant is the son of Brian and Denise Vogt.
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Samantha VanRanken to Play Volleyball, Throw Javelin at Tabor College
May 08, 2008
Categories: Volleyball News, Volleyball Signees, Women's Track News, Women's Track Signees, General News, Athletics News
South Barber High School (Hazelton, Kan.) senior Samantha VanRanken has signed a letter of intent to play volleyball and throw the javelin at Tabor College next school year.
In volleyball, the 6-foot outside hitter helped lead South Barber to a stellar 36-1 record, the Heart of the Plains League championship, and to the second round of the state tournament. She was a 3-year Heart of the Plains All-League selection and MVP of the Belle Plain Tournament.
In the javelin, VanRanken finished 2nd at the 1-A State Track Meet last season, and helped her team win the 1-A Regional Championship.
Head Volleyball Coach Amy Ratzlaff and Head Track Coach Dave Kroeker are delighted that VanRanken has chosen to attend Tabor College.
According to Ratzlaff, “Samantha is coming to Tabor as a very strong athletic player, from a strong successful program. She is highly motivated to work hard, and to be a part of this program and community.”
Kroker added, “Samantha will do well for us in the javelin and hammer throws over the next four years. She is also an excellent student who will be a very positive addition to our campus as well as our track team.”
In addition to her athleticism, VanRanken is an academic scholar. She is a member of the National Honor Society, and received bronze, silver, and gold academic pins.
Samantha is the daughter of Roger and Tonia VanRanken.
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Brandon Langston Signs Letter of Intent to Play Football at Tabor College
May 07, 2008
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Jefferson West High School senior Brandon Langston (Oskaloosa, Kan.) has signed a letter of intent to play football this fall for Tabor College
Brandon, a 5-8, 167-pound fullback, will add depth to the position for Coach Gottsch.
According to Head Football Coach Mike Gottsch “Brandon is a quality in-state signee, and we are anxious to see him compete this fall.”
Brandon is the son of Scott and Carol Langston, and will be joining his cousin, Tyler Hlad, on the football field for Tabor this fall
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Derek McBride Signs Letter of Intent to Play Football at Tabor College
May 07, 2008
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Westminster High School senior Derek McBride (Westminster, Colo.) has signed a letter of intent to play football this fall for Tabor College
While at Westminster Derek was a 2nd Team All-Conference wide receiver, as well as a 2nd Team Metro North All-Region defensive back.
Derek also will play baseball at Tabor.
According to Head Football Coach Mike Gottsch, “Derek’s ability to play both sides of the ball and also help in the return game will be a huge asset to our football team. We are eager to get him in TC Blue.”
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Robert Ellis Signs Letter of Intent to Play Football at Tabor College
May 07, 2008
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South Dade High School senior Robert Ellis (Homestead, Fla.) has signed a letter of intent to play football this fall for Tabor College
Ellis, a 6’4, 240-pound tight end, was named co-captain at South Dade High and led his team to the 2nd round of the state playoffs with a 7-4 record in 2003.
According to Head Football Coach Mike Gottsch, “Robert (aka ‘Big Country’) will fill a big need. We believe in and utilize the tight end position a great deal in our offense.
“Big Country will play a big role in our offense, and we are pleased to recognize him as a new member of the TC Football Team.”
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Tabor Men and Women Third at KCAC Track Meet
May 05, 2008
Categories: Men's Track News, Women's Track News, General News, Athletics News
Bolstered by four first place performances, Tabor College men’s and women’s track teams placed third at the KCAC Conference Championships held May 2-3 at Friends University in Wichita.
The men were led by first place finishes from Andrew Schroter (junior, La Cross, Kan.) in the 400 hurdles; Silas Hibbs (junior, Hays, Kan.) in the pole vault; and Jeff Harms (senior, Wichita, Kan.) in the high jump. Andrew Covin (freshman, Canyon, Texas) placed second in the 400 meter run, as did the 3200 relay team. Justin Ball (freshman, Welda, Kan.) placed third in the shot put.
The women were led by a first place finish from and the 3200 meter relay team; second place finishes by Jessica Burden (sophomore, Little Elm, Texas) in the 100 hurdles and the pole vault; Liz Kleinsasser (freshman, Lees Summit, Mo.) in the 800 meter run; Shelby Miller (senior, Byers, Colo.) in the long jump, and the 1600 relay. Miller also placed third in the 400 meter run; and Breanna Wray (senior, Campo, Colo.) was third in the shot put.
Southwestern College won both championships. Bethel College was second in the men’s competition, and Friends was second in the women’s competition.
Several Bluejay athletes will compete at two “Last Chance” qualifying meets at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kan. on Thursday, and Emporia State University on Saturday. Those who qualified will compete at the NAIA National Championships, beginning May 22 in St. Louis, Mo.
KCAC TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Men: Southwestern 252, Bethel 96, Tabor 88 ½, Friends 83, Ottawa 53, McPherson 40, Sterling 25, Bethany 10 ½, Kansas Wesleyan 2.
110 Hurdles: 1. Morr, Ster, 15.02; 2. King, MP, 15.36; 3. Crosson, Bethel, 15.77. 400: 1. Annis, SW, 48.93; 2. Covin, T, 49.65; 3. Regehr, Bethel, 49.91. 100: 1. Wells, SW, 10.72; 2. Brookins, Bethel, 10.82; 3. Andrews, SW, 10.84. 3200 Relay: 1. Southwestern 8:04.06; 2. Tabor 8:08.80; 3. Friends 8:35.44. 400 Hurdles: 1. Schroter, T, 55.48; 2. Fitch, F, 57.22; 3. Miller, Ster, 57.43. 200: 1. Brookins, Bethel, 21.86; 2. Andrews, SW, 22.00; 3. Annis, SW, 22.03. 5000: 1. Topham, SW, 15:41.78; 2. Garrard, O, 16:05.20; 3. Joiner, SW, 16:24.46. 10,000: 1. Eberle, SW, 33:43.58; 2. Garrard, O, 33:53.72; 3. Conroy, SW, 34:02.28. 400 Relay: 1. Southwestern 41.82; 2. Bethel 42.54; 3. Sterling 43.29. 1500: 1. Joiner, SW, 4:06.54; 2. Bryant, SW, 4:06.82; 3. Bailey, MP, 4:09.21. 800: 1. Cherry, SW, 1:55.92; 2. Johnson, SW, 1:57.02; 3. Ball, T, 1:57.89. 3000 Steeplechase: 1. Conroy, SW, 9:54.42; 2. Topham, SW, 10:03.21; 3. Joiner, SW, 10:09.14. Long jump: 1. Annis, SW, 22- ¼; 2. Goering, Bethel, 21-10 ¾; 3. Miles, F, 21-8. Shot put: 1. Ratterree, O, 48-9 ½; 2. Jackson, F, 48-1; 3. Dunn, F, 45-6 ¼. Javelin: 1. Buller, Bethel, 180-4; 2. Hiebert, Bethel, 179-8; 3. Hutchins, SW, 167-5. High jump: 1. Harms, T, 6-4; 2. Pearson, F, 6-2; 3. Walker, MP, 6-2. Pole vault: 1. Hibbs, T, 14-10; 2. Dunn, F, 13-6; 3. Gorton, O, 13-6. Discus: 1. Bahret, Bethel, 144-2; 2. Stephens, Bethel, 139-4; 3. Ratterree, O, 138-5. Triple jump: 1. Hessing, SW, 48-6 ¼; 2. Pearson, F, 47-10 ½; 3. Dean, T, 45-7 ¾. Hammer throw: 1. Hutchins, SW, 139-1; 2. Morrison, SW, 131-7; 3. Jackson, SW, 130-4.
Women: Southwestern 177, Friends 166, Tabor 115, Bethany 88, Sterling 45, Bethel 30, Kansas Wesleyan 12, Ottawa 10, McPherson 4.
100 Hurdles: 1. Fyler, Bethel, 15.41; 2. Burden, T, 16.31; 3. Roth, SW, 16.61. 400: 1. Bolan, F, 57.07; 2. Gordon, Ster, 58.34; 3. Miller, T, 58.66. 100: 1. Bolan, F, 12.43; 2. Wallace, SW, 12.45; 3. Robinson, SW, 12.48. 3200 Relay: 1. Tabor 9:26.79; 2. Southwestern 9:38.83; 3. Friends 9:51.56. 400 Hurdles: 1. Gordon, Ster, 1:03.85; 2. Roth, SW, 1:04.90; 3. Shidler, SW, 1:07.92. 200: 1. Bolan, F, 25.26; 2. Wallace, SW, 26.12; 3. Robinson, SW, 26.39. 5000: 1. Anderson, SW, 19:11.44; 2. Franklin, SW, 19:11.89; 3. Johnson, SW, 19:25.68. 10,000: 1. Gingerich, Bethel, 39:10.00; 2. Topham, SW, 40:06.36; 3. Carter, SW, 41:41.42. 400 Relay: 1. Friends 48.79; 2. Southwestern 49.18; 3. Tabor 50.21. 1500: 1. Barton, F, 4:44.49; 2. Franklin, SW, 4:45.44; 3. Williams, KW, 4:55.99. 800: 1. Barton, F, 2:17.66; 2. Kleinsasser, T, 2:18.28; 3. Wiebe, F, 2:19.17. 3000 Steeplechase: 1. Franklin, SW, 11:40.54; 2. Anderson, SW, 12:05.53; 3. Johnson, SW, 12:09.52. 1600 Relay: 1. Friends 3:58.39; 2. Tabor 3:59.40; 3. Southwestern 4:02.84. Javelin: 1. Stieben, Bethany, 122-6; 2. Strickland, F, 121-10; 3. Dunham, Bethany, 121-01. High jump: 1. Wiebe, F, 5-2; 2. Barton, F, 5-0; 3. Griggs, F, 5-0. Long jump: 1. Phillips, F, 18-1 ½; 2. Miller, T, 17-9; 3. Johnson, T, 17- ½. Shot put: 1. Becker, Bethany, 48-8; 2. Dunham, Bethany, 45-3 ¼; 3. Waterman, KW, 42-5. Discus: 1. Becker, Bethany, 133-6; 2. Baltimore, Bethany, 132-1; 3. Miller, Bethany, 130-10. Triple jump: 1. Morton, SW, 37-0; 2. Phillips, F, 36-11; 3. Carswell, SW, 36-2 ½. Pole vault: 1. Rutherford, F, 10-0; 2. Burden, T, 9-6; 3. Huffman, O, 8-6. Hammer throw: 1. Baltimore, Bethany, 154-6; 2. Miller, Bethany, 146-8; 3. Wray, T, 142-6.
