Dave Radcliffe

Waukesha

Sports Editor at The Freeman (Waukesha, WI)

Sports editor, @WaukeshaFreeman and @DailyNewsWashi1.

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Articles

Raccoons welcome batch of newcomers

1 day 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

2 days 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

2 days 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 week 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

2 weeks 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

3 weeks 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

3 weeks 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.
Raccoons hope success breeds success

4 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

There is often a connection in high school between football and track and field. And if that’s any indication for the Oconomowoc boys track and field team, it’s in for a fun spring. A proud program that began making its mark in the long distance events several years ago, the Raccoons have developed state-caliber athletes at just about every turn.
Oconomowoc girls thin, but strong at top

4 weeks ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

Oconomowoc girls track and field coach Andrew Lange has been encouraged from what he’s seen through his team’s first two meets of the indoor season. Coming out of spring break next week, it’ll be full steam ahead. With 14 returning athletes in all, including eight who qualified for the WIAA state meet in La Crosse, Lange has plenty to work with over the next two-plus months, as the indoor season will soon start to transition to outdoor whether Mother Nature likes it or not.
Warriors meet their Maker

1 month ago | gmtoday.com | Dave Radcliffe

ASHWAUBENON — Kimberly survived the "Sectional of Death," then left Muskego’s offense to die in the Resch Center. The Papermakers won the program’s fifth gold ball and first since 1998 with a 47-26 victory in the WIAA Division 1 state championship on Saturday night, as the Warriors were forced to settle for silver in their first state trip. "Gotta give credit to Kimberly," Muskego coach Erik Loose said. "They outplayed us tonight. Really good defense.