Paul Barnes

Wisconsin

Freelance Writer at Ashland Daily Press

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Diving in: Bayfield Rec Center makes splash with masters swim team.

2 weeks ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

The Bayfield Rec Center recently announced its launch of a U.S. Masters swim team which will be led by USMS-certified coach Taylor Hansen. The team’s aim is to offer social, fitness, and competitive swimmers a structured, twice-weekly practice regimen geared to refine strokes, boost endurance, and build camaraderie within a team environment.
It's official - refs needed

3 weeks ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

The cries for playing and hosting sports contests in season and out is common among Bay-Area sports fans. But the challenge to find officials to manage these games is real, according to Brian Miller, athletic director for the Ashland School District. Miller and others across the State of Wisconsin — and beyond — regularly ring out that more officials are needed to ensure games can be played. “The increased number of youth activities makes the need for officials very demanding,” Miller said.
Cardinal to Saint: Koy Nelson still soaring

4 weeks ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

It has only been three years since College of St. Scholastica Saints and former South Shore Cardinals sharpshooter Koy Nelson left his mark when he led the WIAA in scoring in 2021-22 with an eye-popping 30.8 ppg average. Lost amidst the offensive outbursts was Nelson’s solid defensive play, which he demonstrated by averaging 4.5 steals per contest, which ranked sixth overall in the State.
'Docker again wears crown

1 month ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

For any following the distinguished wrestling career of former Ashland Oredockers State Champion wrestler and now UW-Eau Claire senior 174 pound grappler Jared Stricker, his momentous two day run at the NCAA D3 National Wrestling Championships in Providence, R.I., on March 15-16 might have been predicted.
Doubling down

1 month ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

early 40 universities and colleges participated in a transfer fair in the Chapple Family Gymnasium, Kendrigan Center at Northland College on March 13. Institutions from as far away as Maine were exhibiting; each making a case for Northland undergraduates to finish studies at their respective schools. Many were pitching competitive athletic programs as being a valuable piece into what would be a fulfilling college experience.
Portal to new horizons

1 month ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

With the impending closure of Northland College at semester’s end, the Northland athletics department is spearheading an effort to help its student-athletes relocate to colleges which may be a solid fit for them both academically and athletically.
Stately performances

1 month ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

Wrestling and gymnastics are two sports where athletes compete alone, with all eyes upon them, as they push themselves for top performances under brightly shining spotlights.Such pressure had little impact on AHS senior wrestlers Bella Roman (38-10) and Madison Burns (37-1), and sophomore Matilda Burns (43-9), as each secured spots at the WIAA Girls State Wrestling Championships. Roman and Matilda Burns both claimed wins in their 152 and 132 weight classes respectively.
No easy road trip

1 month ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

The Northland College LumberJacks baseball team was defeated 11-6 to Augustana College and 13-0 to Beloit College in its final two games in Rantoul, Ill., on March 2. With the losses Northland falls to 0-4 in preseason action. The 'Jacks started the game at the plate. Nathan Davison had the team’s first hit with a single to left field, and Bradley Stoner followed with Northland’s first home run of the season to put the LumberJacks on top 2-0 in the first.
Gems still to be polished

1 month ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

Amidst the disappointment and grief stemming from the announcement that Northland College will close at the end of spring semester 2025, LumberJacks and LumberJills winter athletic programs continued competing diligently even as spring programs prepare for starts of this, their final seasons. The won/loss records for all Northland teams this year have reflected the difficult challenges rebuilding programs face but, amidst the losses, noteworthy accomplishments were not hard to find. kAmx?
A legacy of mentorship: Rick Whiting remembered

2 months ago | apg-wi.com | Paul Barnes

The recent loss of former Ashland Oredockers and Northland College basketball coach Rick Whiting on Jan. 31 was felt across the Bay-Area; followed by an outpouring of a affection for a man whose contributions, insights, and instruction touched scores of students, athletes, and programs over his 30-plus year career.