Antelope County Player Profiles - Antelope County News

Meet Lauren Behnk, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

1/25/2017

Name: Lauren Behnk

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Jerry and Patti Behnk

Position: Guard or wing

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My mom because she always cheer me on and encourages me to become a better player. Plus she’s almost always at my games.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Locker room pep talks.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Any shooting drill because I like to shoot.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work hard, play hard.

Meet Cade Wilkinson, Neligh-Oakdale Wrestling

1/24/2017

Name: Cade Wilkinson

School: Neligh-Oakdale

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Justin and Carla Wilkinson

Weight:

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My old coach, Mr. Bennett. He created memorable moments with me.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? High five my sister.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Learning inside cradle. It’s my favorite move.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Have passion for the sport and be ready for anything.

Meet Haley Fleetwood, Elkhorn Valley Girls Basketball

1/24/2017

Name: Haley Fleetwood

School: Elkhorn Valley

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Jamie and Kelli Fleetwood

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My teammates because they help me keep my head up.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Dancing in the locker room.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? T-Bird because it is fun.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Listen to your coaches and work hard.

Meet Hunter Reestman, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

1/23/2017

Name: Hunter Reestman

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Ryan and Jessie Reestman

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad. He has taught me everything I know.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Listening to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Spot shooting because you gotta shoot to score.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Listen to the coaches.

Meet Shawn Buxton, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

1/23/2017

Name: Shawn Buxton

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Junior

Parents: Harvey and Sharon Buxton

Weight: 170

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents are the biggest influence because they support me and help build my technique at home.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? My favorite pre-match ritual is to listen to music, mainly Skillet. And to eat a light snack.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? I would have to say pyramid drill because it helps build up your cardio.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? To follow your passion and to try new things no matter how scary it looks.

Meet Kinsley Klabenes, Neligh-Oakdale Girls Basketball

1/20/2017

Name: Kinsley Klabenes

School: Neligh-Oakdale

Grade: Senior

Parents: Stacy and Julie Klabenes

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad. He coached me from fourth to eighth grade and gave me the love I have for the sport.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Singing in the locker room.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Three on two, two on one.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Never underestimate how fast your season/career will go. Work hard every day because time flies.

Meet Mitchell Petersen, Elkhorn Valley Wrestling

1/20/2017

Name: Mitchell Petersen

School: Elkhorn Valley

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Bob and Tonya Petersen

Weight: 132

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Jordan Burroughs because he is the best.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Praying before our matches.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Wrestling live.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work hard and you can accomplish anything.

Meet Allyson Wemhoff, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/20/2017

Name: Allyson Wemhoff

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Greg and Joyce Wemhoff

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents were always the ones who pushed my love for the game. They got us in the gym every chance we got and that made me the player I am today.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Enjoying my pre-game spark with Baylee and Liz.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Animal because that’s when you see everyone’s mean side.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Always put in the work in the off-season. Skipping out won’t make you a better athlete and it only hurts the team.

Meet Gage Clifton, Clearwater-Orchard Boys Basketball

1/20/2017

Name: Gage Clifton

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Ben and DeAnna Clifton

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad. He taught me.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Music and nap.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Scrimmage. It’s fun.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work hard.

Meet Pepper Marchant, Neligh-Oakdale Boys Basketball

1/20/2017

Name: Pepper Marchant

School: Neligh-Oakdale

Grade: Senior

Parents: Starlina Moller

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Mr. Gade. He helps me strive to get better.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Listening to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Five on five.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Do what you love, no matter the set backs, for it’s what helps you in life.

Meet Koby Smith, Elkhorn Valley Boys Basketball

1/20/2017

Name: Koby Smith

School: Elkhorn Valley

Grade: Senior

Parents: Kevin and Angie Bacon

Position: Everything

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? LeBron because he is the best baller in the world.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Stretching with Travis and Julio.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Wildcat drill.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work hard for your dreams, never give up.

Meet Elizabeth Selting, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/19/2017

Name: Elizabeth Selting

School: Pope John

Grade: Senior

Parents: Lynn and Amy Selting

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Coach Eisenhauer. He’s made me grow to love the sport and is supportive on and off the court.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Drink spark and jamming with Baylee and Amy.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? The game “32” because it doesn’t involve running.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Stay involved and work hard.

Meet Grace Rittscher, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

1/19/2017

Name: Grace Rittscher

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Kevin and Sonia Rittscher

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My older sisters because they push me to make my weaknesses my strengths.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Praying and eating honey BBQ chips.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man because it’s real fun.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Pray your heart out.

Meet Bailey Frey, Neligh-Oakdale Girls Basketball

1/18/2017

Name: Bailey Frey

School: Neligh-Oakdale

Grade: Junior

Parents: Brian and Leann Frey

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Any coach I’ve had because they have all had a big role in my growth as a player.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Singing and dancing in the locker room.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? I like to scrimmage because it is realistic.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? High school goes by quick so cherish every moment. You will even miss getting yelled at by your coach.

Meet Darren Stewart, Elkhorn Valley Wrestling

1/18/2017

Name: Darren Stewart

School: Elkhorn Valley

Grade: Junior

Parents: Todd and Julie Stewart

Weight: 126

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Joey Tegeler and Isiah Martinez.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Reese’s.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Live wrestling.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Losing weight sucks.

Meet Conor Ramold, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

1/17/2017

Name: Conor Ramold

School: Pope John

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Nick and Beth Ramold

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Mr. Michael Becker. He knows a lot about basketball.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? KU passing because its fun.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Go out and play your hardest all the time.

Meet Jacob Bennett, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

1/17/2017

Name: Jacob Bennett

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Jim Ferris and Misty Bennett

Weight:

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My biggest influence is Zach King. He is very encouraging and helps me get better.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? I’m new to the sport, so I don’t have a ritual yet.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? My favorite practice drill would be take downs. They help me get better.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? My advice would be believe in yourself and don’t give up.

Meet Cameron Wilkinson, Neligh-Oakdale Wrestling

1/16/2017

Name: Cameron Wilkinson

School: Neligh-Oakdale

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Jason and Desirae Wilkinson

Weight: 106

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Coach Davis pushes me.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? N/A

What is your favorite practice drill and why? N/A

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work hard.

Meet Hannah Ollendick, Elkhorn Valley Girls Basketball

1/16/2017

Name: Hannah Ollendick

School: Elkhorn Valley

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Jerome and Kathy Ollendick

Position: Guard/forward

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Mr. Dittmer and Mrs. Black. They take time to explain the stuff we don’t understand and they motivate us through everything we do.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Dancing and singing in the locker room with the girls.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man because it is competitive and you determine how long you’re in the drill.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Always hustle and pay attention.

Meet Baylee Wemhoff, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/14/2017

Name: Baylee Wemhoff

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Senior

Parents: Greg and Joyce Wemhoff

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents. I have been around basketball all of my life and have developed to enjoy playing the game of basketball.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? I usually eat a sandwich and drink some spark and listen to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Transition. It’s fun to do.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Go out for every sport in high school, it will make you a better person and athlete. Enjoy every moment, because it goes fast.

Meet Gage Switzer, Clearwater-Orchard Boys Basketball

1/14/2017

Name: Gage Switzer

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Brian and Lindsey Switzer

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Family. They push me to do my best.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Listening to music and learn about the other team.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Three on two, two on one. It is like a challenge.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Try your best and never quit.

Meet Austin Rice, Neligh-Oakdale Boys Basketball

1/14/2017

Name: Austin Rice

School: Neligh-Oakdale

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Ron and Deb Rice

Position: Forward

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Larsen and Gade. They’ve taught me a lot.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Jamming out to lit music on the way to the game.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Wildcat warm ups because Alex and I try to dunk then laugh when we miss.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Practice free throws.

Meet Kalen Dittrich, Elkhorn Valley Boys Basketball

1/14/2017

Name: Kalen Dittrich

School: Elkhorn Valley

Grade: Junior

Parents: Jerry and Mary Dittrich

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My sister. She has always pushed me to get better.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Listening to music in the locker room.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Defensive rotation because it is a three-on-three drill.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Build each other up and encourage each other.

Meet Kayce Kallhoff, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/13/2017

Name: Kayce Kallhoff

School: Pope John

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Brent and Susan Kallhoff

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents and all of the seniors.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Listening to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 32

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Have fun and work hard.

Meet Codey Snider, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

1/13/2017

Name: Codey Snider

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Jay and Tina Snider

Weight: 160

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My brothers. They were both state qualifiers and I want to follow in their path.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Listening to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Live wrestling because it is always different.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Never give up.

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