Antelope County Player Profiles - Antelope County News

Meet Vanessa Carpenter, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/13/2017

Name: Vanessa Carpenter

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Senior

Parents: Vance Carpenter and Susy Arehart

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Harambe

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Pre-game jams with Jackie.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Basketball massages.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Go hard or go home.

Meet Summer Schroeder, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/13/2017

Name: Summer Schroeder

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Brian and Kam Schroeder

Position: Guard and post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Julian Tuttle because she has so much swagger.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Chugging pop with Julian Tuttle on the bus.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man and free throws because you need free throws to win.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Work your hardest and savor the moments.

Meet Katie Stearns, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/12/2017

Name: Katie Jo Stearns

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Steve and Michelle Stearns

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad because he pushes me to do my best.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Going to Hi-Way Mart with Allee, Grace and Skye.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man because it is a full speed drill.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? To work hard no matter what.

Meet Holly Schacht, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/12/2017

Name: Holly Schacht

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Lee and Teri Schacht

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad because he helps me with the sport and supports me.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Praying and hanging with Summer.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man drill.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? To work hard.

Meet Taylor Bolling, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/11/2017

Name: Taylor Bolling

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Merlin and Janette Bolling

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? The upperclassmen because they are always supporting the underclassmen.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Hanging with Brooke and Brooklynn.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Layup drill. I like layups.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? To work your hardest.

Meet Jackie Olivan, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/11/2017

Name: Jackie Olivan

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Regino Olivan and Graciela Reyes

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? All of the upperclassmen and my coaches. They come to practice every day determined to get better.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Jamming with Vanessa.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Husker drill because its intense.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Try your best and work hard. It’ll be worth it.

Meet Kinzly Macke, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/10/2017

Name: Kinzly Macke

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Senior

Parents: Dan Macke and Candace Moser

Position: Post and wing

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My grandpa because he has always been there for me and tells me I do good even if I don’t.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Half court shots.

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

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Give it your all because you never know when it will be over and don’t foul.

Meet Skye Schroeder, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/10/2017

Name: Skye Schroeder

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Junior

Parents: Brian and Kam Schroeder

Position: Wing and post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My mom because she pushes me to do my best.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Jamming out to our favorite music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man because its close to scrimmaging.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? To try your hardest.

Meet Kierra Bearinger, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/10/2017

Name: Kierra Bearinger

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Jarod and Tammy Bearinger

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents because they always encourage me.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Husker Drill.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Practice and stick with it.

Meet Julian Tuttle, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/10/2017

Name: Julian Tuttle

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Jeremy and Jill Tuttle, Cheri Brandt

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Summer Schroeder because she has so much swagger. And Harambe.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Chugging pop with Summer Schroeder on the bus.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Free throws because they are somewhat easy.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? It goes by fast so give it all you got.

Meet Zach Hoffman, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

2/8/2017

Name: Zachary Hoffman

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: David and Jeri Hoffman

Weight: 280

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

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? That we get to see how much we learn.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? The half nelson.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? N/A

Meet James Kester, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

2/7/2017

Name: James Kester

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Duane and Jenn Kester

Weight:

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My uncles, grandpa and my dad as they wrestled and love watching wrestling and really wanted me to do it.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? I am new to the team so I guess we will find out when we actually get to a match.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? My favorite drill is conditioning because I actually know for sure that I’m doing it right.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? My advice is simple, just show up, do what you are supposed to and then go home to show up tomorrow.

Meet Julia Thiele, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/4/2017

Name: Julia Thiele

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Jim and Leenda Thiele

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Kylie Thiele because she’s my twin. And Harambe.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Warm ups with Allison and praying.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 17’s, suicides and wallies.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Leave it all on the court.

Meet Zach King, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

2/4/2017

Name: Zach King

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Brian and Chantel King

Weight:

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

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? I like listening to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? I like takedown drills because they help me get better.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? I would say fight through the pain because you only get better.

Meet Taylor Sanne, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

2/2/2017

Name: Taylor Sanne

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Mike and Jackie Sanne

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Nathan Scott. He’s the man. And Harambe.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Praying. It gives me feels. Eating food. Food is life.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man. It’s easy.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Play like it’s your last!

Meet Austin Pokorny, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

1/31/2017

Name: Austin Pokorny

School: Clearwater-Orcahrd

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Bob and Jayne Pokorny

Weight: 145-152

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Coaches Paul and Roeber. They have really made me want to get my goals and be the best I can be.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Talking to Roeber and just having fun to get my mind off my match.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? The 10 minutes of stairs because I feel like I’m in shape.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Set achievable goals that you know you can reach and always have fun.

Meet Eli Macke, Clearwater-Orchard Wrestling

1/27/2017

Name: Eli Macke

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Dan Macke and Candice Moser

Weight: 132

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? N/A

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? To never give up.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

Meet Allee Snider, Clearwater-Orchard Girls Basketball

1/11/2017

Name: Allee Snider

School: Clearwater-Orchard

Grade: Senior

Parents: Jay and Tina Snider

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents and coaches because they push me to be the best I can be.

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 the closest to a game-like drill.

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

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