Pirate Competitor of the Week – Andrew Richardson Boys Cross Country
On Saturday the boys cross country team competed in the Dale Donner Invite at Bureau Valley HS. There were 38 teams total, 21 with full scoring teams. Andrew finished 10th overall out of 177 in the Varsity race to help lead our team to a 3rd place finish. Coach Michael Eyres said, “Andrew is having a great sophomore season. He recently ran the fastest 3 mile time in our program’s history in 16:11 and has been in the top ten of almost every race this season. I’ve had many coaches comment on how surprised they are to see Andrew’s huge improvement but to myself and his teammates it is no surprise. We’ve seen him put in the miles and consistent hard work every single day for the past four months. He is the type of athlete you want to be a leader for your team as his dedication and enjoyment for the sport has worn off on his teammates and it is beginning to show in the results.”
Other Nominations
Ali Mann – 8th Grade Volleyball
Coach Kailyn Stumpf said, “Ali had an incredible week of volleyball. She is a versatile player, showing that she can adjust well to any position. Ali helped lead the team to both victories over Potosi and Benton this week. She is a smart and aggressive player. Way to go, Ali!”
Klayton Kampmeier 7th Grade Football
7th grade football player Klayton Kampmeier had a big night on both sides of the ball in a 48-8 victory over Pecatonica/Argyle. Coach Sincock said, “Klayton had 2 receptions for 63 yards including a 60 TD and 2 point conversion. He also had a 50 yard interception return on defense and another pass broken up. Klayton has really improved since last year and is playing with a lot more confidence.”
Hayden Gates 7th Grade Football
Coach Sincock said, “7th grade football player Hayden Gates also had a big night getting carries in both the 7th and 8th grade game. He had a total of 6 carries for 85 yards including a 2 pt conversion and a 28 yard TD run. Hayden has been carrying the ball with a lot more speed and better vision this year compared to last year.”
Eli Schumacher 8th Grade Football
Coach Sincock said, “Eli had an efficient night in a 57-0 win over Pecatonica/Argyle. Eli carried the ball 4 times for 116 yards. He also had a 41 yard interception return for a TD from his linebacker position. Eli has been a force for the Pirates on both sides of the ball in our first three games.”
Sawyer Hackney 8th Grade Football
Coach Sincock commented, “Sawyer showed his versatility making plays all over the field against Pecatonica/Argyle. He had TD receptions of 40 and 70 yards and also added a 15 TD run. Defensively, Sawyer helped the 8th grade team pitch another shutout with a 26 yard fumble return for a TD.”
