Returning members of Hillsboro High School’s 2007 Class 3A girls’ state track and field championship team were recognized during the all-school assembly that kicked off the new academic year last Wednesday. Head coach Dennis Boldt (far right) lauded the effort and accomplishment of the athletes. Pictured from left are Shelby Koons, Abi Humber, Chelsea Bebermeyer, Dakota Kaufman and Tiffany Rooker. Not present were the three seniors who graduated in spring: JuliAnne Chisholm, Hannah Marsh and Tina Frick. The state track meet in Wichita occurs in late May, after the academic year has ended, which precludes an all-school celebration at that time.
There’s a saying that “you get what you pay for.” When it comes to sports, I’m not so sure. Yes, the talent of major college athletic programs and professional sports teams far surpasses what you’ll see in Marion County. But for your money, I’d say the enjoyment value is far greater watching local athletes compete.
With a new head coach taking the helm, the Tabor College soccer teams slipped to the bottom of the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference preseason coaches polls.