Keegan Hewitt

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Sports Director at WAOW-TV (Wausau, WI)

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Fast, Fierce, Fearless: Maci Heise blazing trail as Warrior

1 week ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) — Catch her if you can!Known for her blazing speed, Wausau West junior Maci Heise has consistently outpaced her competitors, earning the title of Wisconsin Valley Conference Runner of the Year for the second consecutive year. Heise recently claimed a triple crown at the WVC Championships, securing conference titles in the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, and 300-meter hurdles.
Local teams honor Bradyn Bohn's legacy

2 weeks ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

SCHOFIELD, Wis. (WAOW) – Wausau West and D.C. Everest faced off in their regular-season finale Friday, but the focus was on remembering Bradyn Bohn, a local 15-year-old who tragically died as the victim of sextortion in March. Before the game, Bradyn's younger sister Rory and his parents threw out the first pitch. Both also teams wore commemorative jerseys in his honor. Bradyn was a student at D.C Everest Junior High, and loved the game of baseball.
#8 Newman Catholic tops #9 Rosholt in opening round of WIAA Playoffs: Softball Scoreboard

2 weeks ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

Keegan Hewitt joined the News 9 team in June of 2022. He graduated from the University of Kansas in May of 2022 with a major in Journalism and Mass Communications, and a minor in Sports Management. Your notification has been saved. There was a problem saving your notification. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Please log in to use this feature Log In Don't have an account? Sign Up Today
Kluck Powering Valley Champs Postseason Charge: Athlete of the Week

2 weeks ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

SCHOFIELD, Wis. — The D.C. Everest softball team is making waves as they enter the postseason ranked sixth in the state. With a 21-2 overall record, the Wisconsin Valley Champions are eying more. Addison Kluck, senior ace and the reigning WVC Player of the Year has been commanding the mound with countless remarkable performances. Known for her focused approach, Kluck said, "I like to keep things pitch by pitch.
Martini Sparking History For Pacelli: Athlete of the Week

3 weeks ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

STEVENS POINT, Wis. -┬áThe two-time reigning champions of Pacelli have shown no signs of slowing down this season, sitting undefeated with a 21-0 record. Utility star Amelia Martini has been a leading force, both at the plate and in the field over this historic run. Hall of Fame Head Coach Ann Molski has seen Martini evolve into a versatile powerhouse since joining the program two short years ago. Martini initially took on the role of designated player as a freshman, just to get on the field.
Wisconsin Rapids names Caleb Schroer new Head Hockey Coach

1 month ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. (WAOW) — Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln High School has appointed Caleb Schroer as the new Head Boy's Hockey Coach. Schroer previously served as an assistant coach for the Red Raiders since in 2020. Schroer, an alumnus of Lincoln High School, played hockey there from 2010 to 2014. After graduation, he continued his hockey career in the NAHL with the Fairbanks Ice Dogs and Coolee Region Chill, before playing Division I hockey at Northern Michigan University.
Athlete of the Week: Taelyn Jirschele

1 month ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

MOSINEE, Wis. – Mosinee's Taelyn Jirschele is making headlines for the Indians, currently ranked as the number two team in D2. The standout pitcher and infielder possesses a relentless work ethic, yet quiet confidence. Jirschele has become a prominent figure in Mosinee athletics and is recognized as one of the top multi-sport athletes in Wisconsin's Class of 2026. "Just as a little kid I always dreamed about being the star, being the best I possibly could," said Junior Shortstop Taelyn Jirschele.
Wausau West names Leiskau as new head girls basketball coach

1 month ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) – Wausau West High School announced Madeleine Leiskau (Schires) as its next head girls basketball coach. Leiskau is a 2019 alumna of West, where she remains the program's all-time leading scorer with 1,744 career points. Leiskau was a standout player at West, earning multiple all-conference & all-state nods. Her college career spanned to Youngstown State University and Bemidji State University, where she continued to excel.
Athlete of the Week: Xavier Edwards Leaping To Greatness

1 month ago | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

Wausau, Wis. (WAOW) — In a world where student-athletes aim to master one craft, Xavier Edwards is rewriting the rulebook on what it means to be a multi-sport athlete. "Being an Evergreen is just what I grew up knowing and being prideful about," Edwards said. The three-sport athlete has had an impressive calendar year. In the fall, he earned all-conference honors on the football field, amassing nearly 1,000 receiving yards during D.C Everest's deep playoff run.
CW Storm keep back-to-back hopes alive, advance 4-3 over Eau Claire in OT thriller

Mar 7, 2025 | waow.com | Keegan Hewitt

MIDDLETON, Wis. (WAOW) - One minute and 20 seconds into the OVERTIME period, Mara Meverdan delivered the game winning tip-in, assisted by Sophie Bohlin. As the Storm were looking to get back to the State Final, the Eau Claire Stars were looking to shine brighter. Addison Gruhlke was first to light the lamp, giving ECN a 1-0 lead just under five minutes in. But just 20 seconds later, CW responded with two goals of there own. Emma Brandt was first to rebound one near the net, assisted by Gabbi Hueser.