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FRONTIER LEAGUE WELCOMES EMPIRE STATE GREYS FOR 2022 SEASON

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SAUGET, Ill. – The Frontier League of Professional Baseball announced a partnership with the Empire League which will own and operate the Empire State Greys as a participant in the Frontier League during the 2022 season. The Greys, based out of Tupper Lake, New York, will be playing all of their games on the road but will field a team by adhering to the same roster and salary rules as all Frontier League clubs.

The Empire League began to play in 2016 and features four teams in upstate New York and northern New Hampshire. The Empire League is owned by brothers Eddie and Jerry Gonzalez along with MLB outfielder Matt Joyce. Eddie Gonzalez played in the Frontier League from 2006-08, including participating in the 2006 Championship Series. Jerry Gonzalez played as an infielder in the Los Angeles Angels organization in 2007 and 2008. Matt Joyce has appeared in 1,400 MLB games over a 14-year career and saw post-season action for Tampa Bay, Atlanta, and Miami.

The Empire League moved 34 players to MLB Partner Leagues during the 2021 season, including 10 to the Frontier League. Current Frontier League coaches Joe Gannon (Tri-City) and Jared Lemieux (New Jersey) plus former Frontier League and current Atlantic League managers Jamie Keefe and Mark Mason have worked with the Empire League.

“We are very interested in seeing where this partnership goes. The Empire League’s historical ties to the Frontier League plus their New York base made them an ideal partner,” stated deputy commissioner Steve Tahsler. “Eddie Gonzalez has impressive baseball experiences and we like what he brings in terms of his player development skills, network, and desire to compete.”

The Empire State Greys will hold spring training at their home base in Tupper Lake, New York, before starting regular season play at the Gateway Grizzlies on May 13. Empire State will play in the league’s Eastern Division. They will play one 3-game series against the eight Western Division clubs, three series against the three Canadian teams in the Eastern Division, and four series against the four United States teams in the Eastern Division. Their full schedule is available at www.empirestategreys.com.

“It is a great honor to be able to join forces with the Frontier League,” stated Empire League CEO Eddie Gonzalez. “For us at the Empire League, we take pride in providing our best available scouting and recruitment baseball service to help players advance their careers. Having a team in the Frontier League through this great partnership, will create huge opportunities for not only Empire League players, but also open more doors for the up-and-coming players pursuing a pro career. We look forward to filling a very competitive Greys roster this year in pursuit of a historic Frontier League championship”

The Frontier League of Professional Baseball is an official Partner League of Major League Baseball and the largest of its kind in professional baseball. The Frontier League has moved over 1,000 players to MLB Teams in its 29-year history. The 2022 Frontier League season opens on Thursday, May 12. Please visit www.frontierleague.com.

DEATH REPORT LIST FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

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Weekly death report 1-21-22 to 1-28-2022

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

Gov. Holcomb announces Commissioner Joe McGuinness to step down from the Indiana Department of Transportation

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Gov. Holcomb announces Commissioner Joe McGuinness to step down from the Indiana Department of Transportation
Mike Smith named new commissioner

INDIANAPOLIS — Joe McGuinness has notified Gov. Eric J. Holcomb that he is stepping down from his role as the commissioner of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) after five years. Gov. Holcomb today named Mike Smith, an INDOT deputy commissioner and its chief financial officer, as the new commissioner, effective Feb. 14.

“From day one, Commissioner McGuinness harnessed his local government experience and the many resources at INDOT to find innovative ways to expedite construction projects and create safer work zones all while finishing projects on budget and ahead of schedule whenever possible,” Gov. Holcomb said. “Under his leadership, Indiana continues to offer a world-class infrastructure system, which remains a key engine to our economic growth and safety. Joe’s legacy is one Hoosiers can be proud of and will have long lasting positive impacts right here at the crossroads of America.”

McGuinness was appointed INDOT commissioner in 2017. Prior to serving as commissioner, McGuinness was mayor of Franklin for five years.

Under his leadership, INDOT has:

  • Expedited the completion of the new Interstate 69 from Evansville to Indianapolis by three years from 2027 to 2024
  • Helped cities, towns and counties modernize their transportation networks through the Community Crossings and Local Trax programs, which are key components of Next Level Roads. The matching fund initiatives have awarded more than $1 billion since 2016
  • Maintained and improved 29,000 lane miles of highways, more than 5,700 bridges, and partnered with railroads and public airports to deliver infrastructure that has consistently earned Indiana top national rankings
  • As Chair of the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD), oversaw the largest investment in public transit in state history with the more than $944 million West Lake Corridor extension project and the more than $490 million double tracking of the South Shore service between Michigan City and Gary
  • Introduced the Greener Crossroads program, an aggressive, enhanced roadside management program to beautify and promote biodiversity in the more than 60,000 acres of medians and roadsides along Indiana’s highways
  • Partnered with construction companies and law enforcement to improve construction zone safety for motorists and workers by increasing work zone patrols and introducing technology solutions including queue protection trucks and advanced queue warning systems

“It has been the honor of a lifetime to help the state embark on transformational projects that will have an impact on Hoosiers and Hoosier businesses for generations to come,” McGuinness said. “While we’ve worked to deliver projects on time and on budget, we’ve looked ahead for the state, and I leave behind an agency that is at the forefront of partnerships to explore new technology. I thank Gov. Holcomb for the opportunity to serve and his leadership, which allowed INDOT to continue to move Indiana forward.”

McGuinness’ last day as commissioner is Feb. 11. He is departing to become CEO of a new local government infrastructure management consultant company.

Smith has been a deputy commissioner for INDOT since 2015, when he started overseeing the Greenfield district. He became chief operating officer in 2017 and was named chief financial officer in 2021.

“Mike brought experience from the fast-paced demands of managing business growth to INDOT, where he has been involved in day-to-day work in a district, developed comprehensive fleet management plans, invested taxpayer money in the best technologies, and developed biennium budgets to maintain and build Indiana’s infrastructure,” Gov. Holcomb said. “That breadth and depth of experience and determination will serve residents and businesses well as we continue making the best use of dollars to provide a top-rated infrastructure network for Hoosiers and our guests.”

Prior to joining INDOT, Smith was the district manager for Walmart, overseeing up to 10 stores in the Indianapolis area.

“I thank Commissioner McGuinness for his leadership during the last five years, and I’m honored that Gov. Holcomb is affording me the opportunity to continue INDOT’s progress. The team is as committed as ever to finding innovative ways to deliver NextLevel Roads, and I look forward to the work ahead.”

Smith earned his bachelor of science degree in business management from Indiana University.

PLEVY, FERRARO LEAD THUNDERBOLTS IN 10-2 VICTORY OVER BOBCATS 

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Evansville, In.:  Everything the Thunderbolts touched turned to goals on Wednesday night at Ford Center, as they matched a franchise record by scoring 10 goals in a 10-2 victory over the Vermilion County Bobcats. The Thunderbolts next home game will be on Tuesday, February 22nd at 10:00am CST as they host the Vermilion County Bobcats.  For tickets, call (812)422-BOLT (2658), buy online at EvansvilleThunderbolts.com, or buy tickets in person at the Ford Center Box Office.

The scoring started early, beginning with Coy Prevost firing a shot past Bobcat goaltender Chase Perry on a 2-on-0 rush from Brett Radford and Austin Plevy to give Evansville the 1-0 lead at 3:07 of the first period.  Following up was Radford, scoring a power play goal on a net-front scramble from Plevy and Cameron Cook at 8:26 to make it 2-0 Evansville.  At 16:27, Austin Plevy found himself on a shorthanded breakaway, scoring to make it 3-0 with an assist to Brandon Lubin.

In the second period, the Bobcats started hot, outshooting Evansville 9-1 to start.  The Bobcats finally got on the board at 5:43, as Josh Koepplinger found the back of the net to cut Evansville’s lead to 3-1.  The Thunderbolts settled things down, and built the momentum back on their side, and were rewarded with two quick goals only 52 seconds apart to re-extend the lead to 5-1.  The first goal, scored at 10:01, was scored by Zane Jones on a loose puck in front of the net, assisted by Mike Ferraro and Timothy Faulkner.  Tate Leeson picked up the following goal unassisted at 10:53, as a Bobcat defender tried clearing a puck away from the net, and inadvertently hit the leg of Leeson, deflecting the puck into the open net.  It was the end of the night for Perry in net, and Ben Churchfield took the reins for the Bobcats in goal from this point.  Koepplinger was able to score his second goal of the night for Vermilion County at 13:08, again shortening Evansville’s lead to 5-2.  Evansville struck last in the period, as Ferraro scored on the power play from Tanner Butler and Cook to make it 6-2 at 16:03.

 

The Thunderbolts started the third period hot, scoring only 30 seconds in as Plevy finished a net-front deflection from Prevost and Charles Barber to make it 7-2.  Less than two minutes later, Tyson Kirkby followed up a missed scoring chance by letting a shot go from the blue line that fooled Churchfield to make it 8-2, assisted by Ferraro and Faulkner at 2:08.  Barely two minutes later, Ferraro scored once again on a rush up the near side, assisted by Faulkner at 4:10.  Finally, Kirkby finished the scoring on a similar rush to the net, assisted by Ferraro and Jones to make it 10-2 at 17:33.

 

Ferraro led the way with two goals and three assists, while Plevy scored two goals and two assists.  Kirkby finished with two goals, while Prevost, Jones, and Radford all scored a goal and assist each, and Leeson one goal.  Faulkner tallied three assists, with Cook tallying two assists.  Brian Billett finished with 20 saves on 22 shots for his 16th win of the season.  The ten-goal output ties a franchise record for the most goals scored by the Thunderbolts in a single game, the other instance being a 10-3 win over the Macon Mayhem on 12/6/19 at Ford Center.  The Thunderbolts and Bobcats next meet on Tuesday, February 22nd at Ford Center.

 

Trailblazers unable to overcome early turnovers in tough loss at No. 4 John A. Logan

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CARTERVILLE, Ill. – The Vincennes University Trailblazers hit the road Wednesday night to face-off against the highly ranked No. 4 John A. Logan Volunteers.

The Trailblazers got off to a slow start, turning the ball over several times in the early stages of the game before battling back in the second half but coming up short with a 74-64 loss to the Vols.

Vincennes held strong with the top-five ranked Volunteers early in the game before John A. Logan was aided by freshman Shilo Jackson (Indianapolis, Ind.) having to sit with early foul trouble.

The Volunteers used a 10-2 scoring run to open up a 17-6 advantage of the Trailblazers.

Vincennes would try to answer back in the first half but turnovers allowed the Volunteers to continue to build their lead.

John A. Logan closed out the first half on a 13-3 scoring run to take a 42-24 lead into the locker room.

Five Lady Blazers score in double figures in Region 24 win at John A. Logan

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CARTERVILLE, Ill. – The VU Lady Trailblazers extended their winning streak to five after winning 85-63 over the Lady Vols of John A. Logan College Wednesday night.

Five Lady Trailblazers, Cherrelle Newsom (Indianapolis, Ind.), Laila Grant (Derwood, Md.), Nina Blade (Milwaukee, Wis.), Kylee Shelton (Bloomfield, Ind.) and Elena Aznar (Zaragoza, Spain) scored in double figures as VU spread out their scoring attack to beat the host Lady Volunteers.

VU got off to another slow start Wednesday night as the hometown John A. Logan squad opened the game on a 7-0 scoring run.

Like Monday night’s game against Southwestern Illinois, the Lady Trailblazers rallied back to take the lead before the end of the first quarter, using a 12-2 scoring run to capture the lead and hold a 20-16 advantage after the first 10 minutes of play.

The Lady Vols held tough in the second quarter with VU holding a two point lead midway through the period.

Vincennes would outscore John A. Logan 17-5 to close out the first half and head into the locker room with a 44-30 lead.

Sophomore Elena Aznar (Zaragoza, Spain) helped get the Lady Blazers going early, setting a new season-high with 11 points all in the first half.

Vincennes continued to add to their lead in the third, growing the lead to 20 points late in the third quarter before Logan answered with a basket to cut the deficit to 18 points heading into the fourth.

The Lady Trailblazers kept building on their lead throughout the game, reaching their biggest lead of 25 points late in the fourth, as VU closed out their 10th Region 24 win of the season and their fifth straight 85-63.

Five Lady Blazers score in double figures in Region 24 win at John A. Logan

Aces Baseball promotes Kimbel and Dombrowski

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EVANSVILLE – Before the start of the 2022 season, University of Evansville baseball head coach Wes Carroll has announced the promotion of a pair of coaching staff members.

Carroll has promoted Keirce Kimbel to pitching coach and recruiting coordinator and Robbie Dombrowski to hitting coach.

“Losing an assistant coach at semester break is never ideal but I believe this will be a great opportunity for Aces baseball as we elevate from within,” said Carroll. “Keirce Kimbel has made an enormous impact since he joined us a couple of years ago and has a bright future is this game.  His ability to connect with student-athletes and future student- athletes is special. Keirce will help us compete in the MVC for years to come.  Elevating Robert Dombrowski was an easy decision.  We were fortunate to get RD last fall and he excelled in his role.  He is so knowledgeable of the game and his overall approach to hitting.  Going to be a great spring campaign with this staff that compliments each other well”

Kimbel is entering his third season with the Aces, while Dombrowski goes into his first season with Evansville.

The Aces open the 2022 campaign on Feb. 18-20 at NC State in Raleigh, N.C.

UE softball coach Mat Mundell receives extension

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Mundell set to open 8th season with the program

 

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Set to begin his 8th season as head coach of the University of Evansville softball team, head coach Mat Mundell received a multiyear contract extension.  UE Director of Athletics Mark Spencer made the announcement on Wednesday.

 

“I want to thank (UE) President (Christopher M.) Pietruszkiewicz and Mark Spencer for their renewed faith in me to continue leading this program,” Mundell exclaimed.  “I am extremely proud of what our ladies have been able to doåç on the field but more importantly – in the classroom and community.  I have been blessed with great student-athletes here at UE.”

 

“I am excited to continue building this program and know that some exciting things are coming.”

 

Since arriving at UE in 2015, Mundell has taken the program to a new level on the field, in the classroom and within the Evansville community.  His teams have posted consecutive .500+ seasons in 2020 and 2021 for the first time since 2007-08.  He has directed his student-athletes to six appearances on the All-MVC First Team and three on the Second Team since 2016.

 

“We are excited to have Mat and his staff continue to lead our program in the future,” Spencer said.  “From the on-field results to the success in the classroom to the work in the community, he has done an excellent job with the UE softball program.”

 

Last spring, the Aces won 23 games, which tied for the second-most for the program since 2008.  Eryn Gould was recognized as a member of the All-MVC First Team for the third time in her career and broke the all-time program record for walks in her final game.  On top of that, Gould set the UE single season records for batting average and on-base percentage in her senior campaign.

 

While a strong senior class graduated in 2021, the future for the team is even brighter.  A trio of seniors will play a pivotal role in 2022.  Haley Woolf earned a spot on the MVC Preseason Team while Jessica Fehr earned All-MVC Second Team accolades a season ago.  Izzy Vetter is coming off of her top collegiate season as she struck out 199 batters, which was 28th in the nation.  On May 2, 2021, Vetter tossed a no-hitter against Bradley.  Sophomore Marah Wood burst onto the scene as a freshman last year, earning three MVC Newcomer of the Week awards while setting the program record for most home runs by a freshman with 11.

 

Mundell and the Purple Aces are set to begin the 2022 season on Friday on Monroe, Louisiana.

 

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