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Marshall, Waterloo boys given WIAA tournament seedings
The brackets for the upcoming 2024 Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) boys basketball state tournament have been released. Both Marshall and Waterloo have had solid seasons, and their seedings reflected that. Both teams will compete in Sectional 3 of Division 4, where the Cardinals of Marshall are the No. 5 seed and the Pirates of Waterloo are No. 7. With one game remaining in the regular season, Marshall currently sits with a 12-11 overall record, including a 4-5 mark in Capitol — South conference play....
Waterloo's Trevor Firari, Ryan Sturgill heading to state wrestling meet
For the second consecutive season, the Waterloo wrestling program will be represented by multiple Pirates at the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) individual state finals. A pair of seniors made the cut, 190 lbs. Trevor Firari and 157 lbs. Ryan Sturgill. This is familiar territory for Firari, who will return to UW-Madison’s Kohl Center for the third time after accomplishing the feat as a freshman at 152 lbs. and as a junior at 160 lbs.. This season, he punched his ticket at 190 lbs. thanks...
Braatz inducted into WSCA Hall of Fame
Waterloo softball coach Deb Braatz was inducted into the Wisconsin Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association Hall of Fame this past weekend. Braatz started the softball program at Waterloo High School in 1987, and she is now entering her 36th year as the head softball coach for the Pirates. In addition to being a teacher in Waterloo for the past 40 years, Braatz has coached multiple varsity sports including volleyball, basketball, track...
Toys sought as part of Marshall youth's Eagle Scout project
Marshall community residents can help along an Eagle Scout project aimed at comforting children during times of crisis. Rylee Blair, a member of Marshall Boy Scout Troop 76, is holding a comfort toy drive for his Eagle Scout Project. The goal of the project is to supply the Marshall/Sun Prairie EMS with comfort toys such as stuffed animals, blankets and books for children who are in a stressful medical situation. Door hangers will be delivered to homes throughout the Marshall Community asking for donations to help contribute to this cause. Items may be left by front doors or stoops for pick up on Saturday, Feb. 24 no later than noon. Anyone who misses the initial pick up date can drop off toys, blankets and books at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Marshall on Tuesday, Feb. 27, between 7-8:30 p.m.
Waterloo student to perform in 'Pal Joey'
Sabrina Killary from Waterloo, a music major, is one of many students involved in the production of “Pal Joey” at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Killary will play the role of Trumpet, as a part of the Orchestra. “Pal Joey” will be performed by UW-Whitewater’s Department of Theatre and Dance in the Barnett Theatre Feb. 23-25 and Feb. 29-March 2. ...
Tucker Cobb returning to wrestling state meet
Marshall senior wrestler Tucker Cobb is heading back to UW-Madison’s Kohl Center. He was one of three Cardinals to qualify for the 2023 Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) state finals last season. This year, he was the only one to advance from a talented sectional, hosted at Dodgeland High School on Saturday, Feb. 17. Cobb entered as the No. 2 seed in the 132 lbs. weight class, behind only Weyauwega-Fremont freshman Carter Birdyshaw. Cobb kicked off his day with a 7-2 decision win over Dylan...
Stubby's Bowl scores
Monday, Feb. 12- Monday Night: High Team Series-Karens 1 More 1812. High Team Game-Stubbys 639. Keith Pocock 601(208-200), Tony Bosnak 568(206-200), Jonathan Schoemann 547(12). Tuesday, Feb. 13- Tuesday Night: High Team Series-Handy Appliance 2082. High Team Game-Handy Appliance 707. Dave Henning 575(220), Jonathan Schoemann 563(210), Dean Jurss 547, Ken Scott 539(205), Kolton Jurss 538, Tom...
Marshall Lions Club honored for ice rink donation
The Marshall Village Board honored the village's Lions Club for their recent donation of an ice rink to the Marshall Parks and Recreation Department on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Lions Club members Gregg Hanger and Duane Checky attended Tuesday's village board meeting to receive a plaque dedicated to the organization. Village President Chris Campbell presented the award and spoke to the charitable act on behalf of the entire board: ...
Marshall boys complete series sweep of Waterloo
The Marshall and Waterloo boys basketball rivalry had some real juice in the 2023-24 regular season. The opening matchup at Waterloo on Thursday, Jan. 18 was a phenomenal basketball game, ending in a narrow 67-66 victory for the visiting Cardinals. It was Marshall's turn to host in the rematch on Tuesday, Feb. 13. The Cardinals benefitted from a higher energy level, a well-implemented press, more productive shooting to complete the regular season sweep. Despite a game-high 37 points from Waterloo senior Benny Marshall, the Cardinals...
Waterloo Historical Society helps new restaurant showcase heritage
WATERLOO — Substantial progress has been made to a new restaurant in downtown Waterloo, formerly known as the Failinger Building. The restaurant aims to pay homage the building’s rich history, especially in its name, “1897,” while also bringing a modern dining experience to the city. Decorative touches reflecting the past are widely used, thanks to the work of the Waterloo Area Historical Society, whose members have spent the last few...
John Schuepbach seeks return as Marshall Village President
Former Marshall Village Board President John Schuepbach has announced his candidacy to fill the position once again in the upcoming spring election. If successful, the return would mark the end of a three-year hiatus from village leadership after he declined seeking reelection in 2021. Schuepbach told the Courier that he started to feel burn-out during his last term, and that he took a step back to spend more time at home. Now, he says he feels “well rested” and “rejuvenated.” ...
Wisconsin Lions eyeglass recycling program brings vision worldwide
Most of us have old prescription eyeglasses sitting in a drawer somewhere collecting dust. Thanks to a Wisconsin Lions Foundation recycling program and Lions clubs throughout the state, along with many volunteers, those spectacles can bring clear vision to those unable to afford prescription lenses. Once dropped off at Lions Club recycling bins, used glasses begin a journey involving many hands and hearts that ends with the gift of clear...
Marshall, Waterloo receive girls basketball state tournament seedings
On Sunday, Feb. 11, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) revealed the brackets for the upcoming 2024 girls basketball state tournament. The Pirates of Waterloo and Cardinals of Marshall both found themselves playing on the opening day of the state tournament, Tuesday, Feb. 20. They both belong to Sectional 4 in Division 4, Waterloo as a No. 7 seed and Marshall as a No. 8. Heading into the final week of the regular season, Waterloo boasts an overall record of 12-10, including a 4-5 mark...
Tucker Cobb wins individual regional title
The Marshall wrestling team’s season carries on. The Cardinals got the 2024 Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) state tournament off to a solid start on Saturday, Feb. 10 at Waterloo High School. Four Cardinals in all punched a ticket to the sectional round, headlined by one individual regional champion, one runner-up, and a pair of fourth place finishers. Marshall couldn’t repeat as a team sectional qualifier after finishing as regional runner-up last season. The Cardinals finished ninth of the 13 teams in attendance with a...
Waterloo wrestling wins another team regional title
For the second consecutive season, the Waterloo wrestling Pirates are Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) regional champions. Last season, they outpaced the rest of the field at the Horicon High School regional. This time around, they got to play host for Regional 2 in Sectional D of Division 3. Other teams in attendance at Waterloo on Saturday, Feb. 10 included Cambridge, Catholic Central, Deerfield, Dodgeland, Horicon, Hustisford, Johnson Creek, Kenosha Christian Life, Kenosha St. Joseph Catholic, Living Word Lutheran, Marshall, and Palmyra-Eagle. The Pirates beat...
Gary Burbach: This Waterloo man helped refuel jets in Vietnam
Gary Burbach was 19 when he was drafted and decided to serve in the Navy. The Waterloo man began his service on what was called a “Kiddie Cruise,” with two years of active service that he began in 1968 followed by four years of inactive duty. Prior to reporting for duty, Burbach had been working for his father at the feed mill then began hauling milk. His time in the Navy took him away from that and showed him his future. ...
Coach Gabe Haberkorn earns 100th career victory
What a week it was for the Waterloo girls basketball program. The Pirates kicked things off with a 53-42 road win over rival Marshall on Tuesday, Feb. 6. The victory completed Waterloo’s sweep of the Cardinals in the regular season for the first time since 2006-07. Momentum collected from that win carried over into the Pirates’ next game, a home matchup with Wisconsin Heights on Friday, Feb. 9. Waterloo had already beaten the Vanguards by 11 on the road earlier in the season. A win...
Wisconsin Pork Association honors two from Waterloo
The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) announced last week that among the honorees selected at its organization’s annual meeting Feb. 1 were two individuals from Waterloo. Brian Klubertanz was selected as a Distinguished Service Producer. Each year, the Wisconsin Pork Association presents a Distinguished Service Award to a fellow pork producer whose contributions to the Wisconsin swine industry merit special recognition. Brian resides in Waterloo with his family on their farrow-to-finish...
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