Dave Radcliffe

Waukesha

Sports Editor at The Freeman (Waukesha, WI)

Sports editor, @WaukeshaFreeman and @DailyNewsWashi1.

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Articles

Where did it all go wrong?

1 week ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

Four years ago feels like a lifetime. In July of 2021, I was gleefully celebrating a Bucks NBA title, attending the championship parade in the streets of Milwaukee and writing a column about an experience that may very well be once in a lifetime. Now, roughly 45 months later, here we are — a third straight first-round playoff exit, an extremely murky future and a whole lot of "what-ifs."It all comes back to one thought — boy, are we lucky just to have one Larry O’Brien Trophy.
Where did it all go wrong? Revisiting past mistakes before looking ahead to Bucks’ future

2 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

Four years ago feels like a lifetime. In July of 2021, I was gleefully celebrating a Bucks NBA title, attending the championship parade in the streets of Milwaukee and writing a column about an experience that may very well be once in a lifetime. Now, roughly 45 months later, here we are — a third straight first-round playoff exit, an extremely murky future and a whole lot of "what-ifs."It all comes back to one thought — boy, are we lucky just to have one Larry O’Brien Trophy.
McDonnell tabbed to lead Bulldogs

2 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

CEDARBURG — Matt McDonnell has been named the new head football coach at Cedarburg High School. "Coach McDonnell has been coaching football for 10 years between high school and college," Cedarburg athletic Director Jon Hannam said in a statement. Coach McDonnell’s coaching stops also include Florida, Mississippi and Ohio. Most importantly, coach McDonnell is a player’s first coach who is committed to developing positive relationships with his players, staff, parents and community members.
Raccoons welcome batch of newcomers

3 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

There will be a lot of turnover for the Oconomowoc boys tennis team this spring. Including a brand-new singles lineup. While senior Jimmy Krcmarik, the Raccoons’ No. 1 singles player from a year ago, is back in the fold, he’ll be making the switch over to one doubles to team up with junior Harrison Kabara.
McDonnell steps down at KM

3 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

WALES — Matt McDonnell has resigned as the head coach of the Kettle Moraine football program and will be assuming the same role at Cedarburg High School, according to Kettle Moraine Athletic Director Ryan Tomczyk. The position was posted on the Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN) this week, with the start date for the job listed as July 28. "This was a family decision that he believed to be in the best interest of his family," Tomczyk said.
McDonnell steps down at Kettle Moraine

3 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

WALES — Matt McDonnell has resigned as the head coach of the Kettle Moraine football program and will be assuming the same role at Cedarburg High School, according to Kettle Moraine Athletic Director Ryan Tomczyk. The position was posted on the Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN) this week, with the start date for the job listed as July 28. "This was a family decision that he believed to be in the best interest of his family," Tomczyk said.
Talented Raccoons have sky-high expectations

1 month ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

Should the Oconomowoc baseball team fall short of any goals it sets for itself this season, it certainly won’t be for a lack of talent. But coming off a shaky season in which they finished third in the challenging Classic 8 Conference but then lost in the opening round of the playoffs, the Raccoons are motivated to get back to where they were two years ago — and perhaps even another step or two further.
Holz takes over talented Ocon bunch

1 month ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

A new era begins in Oconomowoc soccer this spring. With Michael Beatty stepping down from his post, Haddie Holz assumes head coaching duties for the Raccoons’ girls soccer program. Also a coach with the Elmbrook United club soccer team, Holz was previously an assistant at Lake Country Lutheran, her alma mater. "What excites me most about this opportunity is the chance to share my passion for soccer while building a competitive, culture-driven program," Holz said.
Young Raccoons aim to surprise in 2025

1 month ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

In the brief history of the Oconomowoc/Pewaukee girls lacrosse program, it has managed to churn out some impressive athletes. Head coach Tom Truttschel has 13 returning varsity letter-winners, but will be relying on a few of them in particular to help the co-op take the next step in 2025, including captains Sydney Kadow and Jocelyn Leinen. Kadow, a sophomore, was a first-team all-state defender last season, scoring 11 goals to go with team-high marks in ground balls (45) and caused turnovers (43).
Raccoons ready to hit the ground running

1 month ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

Often times when a team is coming off a strong season, it must find a way to replace a number of players in order to stay competitive. But not only did the Oconomowoc softball team finish above .500 overall and finish third in the always-competitive Classic 8 Conference last season, it also brought back a majority of the talent from that squad as it looks to hit the ground running this spring.