Coaches Mike, Jennie, Shawna, and Deven chose athletes who made their mark this week and shared some words:
Girls-
Ava was selected as our player of the week.
Ava has been putting in the work this year. She’s confident with the ball and her defense has been outstanding. Her shooting is on point. Keep up the great work Ava.
Boys-
Logan has been selected as the HS Boys Player of the week. Logan does everything we ask of him and he does it with a smile. He is always punctual. He works hard in practice and he has made consistent improvement.
BOYS BASKETBALL UPDATE! Please note that the boys will be playing first for Friday, December 5th.
Good afternoon, given the numbers and varsity experience level of our boys basketball team this season, we have decided to play a hybrid JV/Varsity schedule for the 25/26 season. This gives our boys the best opportunity to compete at a more competitive level and learn and grow to become better players for the future. Please contact Mr. Delabar with any questions or concerns you may have.
Attached is both our new BOYS ONLY Schedule, as well as the updated Boys/Girls schedule. Some of the changes have caused some girls game times to be shuffled around, so please make note of the changes in your calendars.
Gracie is hardworking and has become an outstanding defender. She’s been pushing herself in practices and really having a lot of fun doing it. Her dance moves on the court are top notch. Keep up the great work Gracie.
Write up by coach Mike.
Mr. Delabar randomly discovered that a high percentage of our high schoolers had an affinity for Just Dance, so they arranged a pre-break party for the kids to relax and have fun while still working on their cardio and rhythms. Some of our kids can really move! The PE class created the playlist for the event and one student donated tons of glow sticks for us to enhance the experience.
Overall, it was a smashing success. Thanks to all of the participating students and all of the parents who have probably heard these songs hundreds of times in the past 14-18 years! Us teachers were thoroughly impressed!
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship.
Ethan was awarded a total of $300.00, from the Winter Post and the Sawyer County American Legion, and will go on to compete in January against winners from 6 other counties in northwestern Wisconsin for further cash prizes. This provides him an opportunity to compete for a $25,000 scholarship at the National level.
(Pictured Left to Right: American Legion Sawyer County Commander Jim Woody, Oratorical Winner Ethan Rackouski, Winter American Legion Post 303 Commander Dave Schuck)
On behalf of the Village of Winter and the entire community, a huge thank you to: Logan, Steven, Arrin, Maddy, and Kaydee for braving the cold and snow and pine boughs.
A huge thank you to recent graduates Gunnar G and Wyatt P for coming to help us again after working all night at Arclin!
And always a thank you to Lance and Larry, as well as community member Pete S and never-alllowed-to-actually-retire former public works director, Dickie B for this day that makes our Village so special.
When you get a chance, please drive down our Main Street and enjoy Winter, Wisco in the winter!
Write up done by team manager Lena.
"She is starting off the season strong. Every practice she’s there with full energy and that energy is consistent through the whole practice. She’s engaged and motivated to improve her skills. We’re proud of you Maddy!"
