Category Archives: Sports

DePenning, Corbett recognized for umpiring accomplishments

Two baseball umpires from Sully were recognized at the Iowa High Baseball Coaches Association (IHSBCA) annual banquet on Saturday, Jan. 23, at the Sheraton Hotel in Des Moines. Nick DePenning was awarded the "Dave Harty Umpire Newcomer of the Year Award." It is presented to a young umpire who shows promise and dedication to the umpire...
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L-S boys’ 3-0 week includes overtime thriller with Albia

The Hawk varsity boys have an 11-game win streak going after two SICL victories and an overtime thriller last week. BGM Tuesday’s match-up in Sully pitted L-S, the No. 2 team in the SICL West Division, against BGM, the No. 3 team in the division. By the end, it was clear to see why the L-S boys were...
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State runner-up team returns to L-S

Twenty years after a run at the state tournament title, members of the 1995-96 Lynnville-Sully girls basketball team returned to their home court on Friday, Jan. 22. The eight players present as well as coaches Jerry Hulsing and Duane Brand were recognized and thanked during half-time of the varsity boys basketball game. As one of the...
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L-S boys down Sigourney, English Valleys

SIGOURNEY The Lynnville-Sully boys improved to 12-1 with a pair of victories last week. Hosting Sigourney on Tuesday, Jan. 12, the Hawks got off to a slower start offensively, but thankfully the defense played a big role and helped the L-S boys to a 49-37 victory. “We had a hard time getting things going on the offensive...
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Small changes lead to big results in Agan’s weight-loss journey

Alison Agan knows success doesn’t happen on accident; it’s the result of daily choices made. Choices like: Hitting the snooze at 4:36 a.m. or getting up for a fitness class; saving time by eating processed food, or taking time to prepare healthy meals; keeping treats stocked in the cupboard, or buying them for special occasions. Making...
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Little Hawks host area youth grapplers at home tourney

The Lynnville-Sully High School gym was abuzz with activity as 163 young wrestlers were at the school to gain more experience on the mat last Friday, Jan. 15. The annual tournament began at 6 p.m. sharp and, after three jam-packed hours, wrapped up with the last match at 9:02. “It was one of the best tournaments...
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