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Meet Luke Henn, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

2/2/2017

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Name: Luke Henn

School: Pope John

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Denis and Jan Henn

Weight: 126 

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Ryan Pelster. He went to finals at state and he is a cool guy.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Focus my mind on the task at hand.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Rock and roll. It helps remind myself how to shoot.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Never give up.
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Meet Hayes Miller, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

1/31/2017

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Name: Hayes Miller

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Junior

Parents: Bill and Angie Miller

Weight: 132 

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Ryan Pelster.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Rock and roll because it helps with shooting.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Even if you don’t know what you’re doing, give it 100 percent.
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Meet Heather Bauer, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/27/2017

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Name: Heather Bauer

School: Pope John

Grade: Junior

Parents: Terry and Mary Jane Bauer

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My cousin and uncle because they never fail to encourage me and push me.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Running through plays and learning the opponent’s weaknesses and listening to music.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Animal because you get to go crazy with no fouls. You put your all into it and pray you’re not the one who gets elbowed in the face.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Never give up. Just because something might seem hard, doesn’t mean you quit because you never know what the future holds.
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Meet Logan Henn, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

1/25/2017

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Name: Logan Henn

School: Pope John

Grade: Junior

Parents: Denis and Jan Henn

Weight: 120 

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

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

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

What advice would you offer younger athletes? You can beat anyone.
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Meet Hunter Reestman, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

1/23/2017

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​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.
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Meet Allyson Wemhoff, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/20/2017

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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.
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Meet Elizabeth Selting, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/19/2017

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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.
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Meet Conor Ramold, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

1/17/2017

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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.
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Meet Baylee Wemhoff, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/14/2017

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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.
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Meet Kyle Schumacher, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

1/11/2017

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Name: Kyle Schumacher

School: Pope John

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Kevin and Lisa Schumacher

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Parents. They have been pushing me since I was a kid.

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? Spot shooting because it helps improve our shooting percentage greatly.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Get involved in the summer and build off that with hard work throughout the year.
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Meet Jordan Mescher, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/9/2017

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Name: Jordan Mescher

School: Pope John

Grade: Senior

Parents: Bill and Teri Mescher

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Parents. They push me to be my best every day in everything I do.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Three-point contest.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Pain is only temporary.
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Meet Geoffrey Carr, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

1/6/2017

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Name: Geoffrey Carr

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Senior

Parents: Brian and Jennifer Carr

Weight: 132

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents and grandparents because they cheer for me even when I am behind.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Jump ropes.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Be ready for a tough workout. ​
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Meet Ashton Evans, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

1/5/2017

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​Name: Ashton Evans

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Junior

Parents: Robbie Evans and Becky Trombley

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Parents and friends because of all the support. And Chad Bode.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Minnesota Drill because it is the most fun.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Stay out of trouble and have a positive attitude.
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Meet Paige Meis, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

1/3/2017

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Name: Paige Meis

School: Pope John

Grade: Junior

Parents: Ben and Anna Meis

Position: Guard/forward

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad and brother were both basketball players and push me to do my best.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 32 because it gets very competitive.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Go out for every sport because the will only compliment one another.
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Meet Calli Krebs, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

12/29/2016

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Name: Calli Krebs

School: Pope John

Grade: Junior

Parents: Jeff and Lynette Krebs

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My father. He always has something to say after games.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Jamming, obviously.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Three-point contest.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Enjoy sports. Fight through pain. Have fun.
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Meet Adam Dreger, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

12/28/2016

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Name: Adam Dreger

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Gary and Denise Dreger

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Mr. Becker because he has taught us many things.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? KU passing because it is fun and we can practice passing.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Play your hardest.
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Meet Kenny Bush, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

12/26/2016

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Name: Kenny Bush

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Senior

Parents: Dwight and Esther Bush

Position: Center

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Parents because of the support.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Minnesota drill. Its fun.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Be ready to work hard.
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Meet Lydia Behnk, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

12/24/2016

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Name: Lydia Behnk

School: Pope John

Grade: Junior

Parents: LeRoy and Ronda Behnk

Position: Post

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

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Turning our pockets inside out the day before the game and jamming in the locker room right before the game.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 11-man break because it’s a fun way to get up and down the floor and it gets my blood pumping.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Never settle. Always push yourself to be better and make your team better.
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Meet Cory Romej, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

12/22/2016

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Name: Cory Romej

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Freshman

Parents: Cory Romej

Weight: 106 

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My dad because he is always pushing me to do better.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Mike drill. It’s brutal and challenging.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Keep grades up and listen.
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Meet Liam Heithoff, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

12/20/2016

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Name: Liam Heithoff

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Junior

Parents: Stan and Dorothy Heithoff

Position: Power forward

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Chad Bode. He’s my hero.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Water break.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? N/A
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Meet Amy Nelson, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

12/18/2016

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Name: Amy Nelson

School: Pope John

Grade: Senior

Parents: Randy and Diane Nelson

Position: Guard

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents because they always support me in everything we do.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? 32

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Have fun and work hard.
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Meet Chad Bode, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

12/16/2016

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School: Pope John

Grade: Senior

Parents: Charlie and Shelley Bode

Position: Power Forward

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Kyle Kallhoff. He taught me the basics on how to hit a dinger.

What is your favorite pre-game or pre-match ritual? Jamming to some tunage.

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Minnesota drill. It is a lot of fun and very competitive.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Have a positive attitude and have fun at practice.
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Meet Kaylee Martinsen, Elgin Public/Pope John Girls Basketball

12/14/2016

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Name: Kaylee Martinsen

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Chad and Jamie Martinsen

Position: Post

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My cousin Lynzee because I always used to watch her play. She has also taught me many skills.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Who wants it because you get to beat the person running to the hoop.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Always try new positions.
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Meet Ervin Dohmen, Elgin Public/Pope John Wrestling

12/12/2016

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Name: Ervin Dohmen

School: Elgin Public

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Angela Cuffe

Weight: 180

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? Coach Jones. He teaches me what to do.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Water break.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Keep fighting.
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Meet R.J. Lierman, Elgin Public/Pope John Boys Basketball

12/9/2016

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​Name: R.J. Lierman

School: Pope John

Grade: Sophomore

Parents: Darryl and Julie Lierman

Position: Wing

Who has been your biggest influence in this sport and why? My parents because they support me in anything I do.

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

What is your favorite practice drill and why? Spot shooting because it helps improve our shooting skills.

What advice would you offer younger athletes? Try your hardest.
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