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Indiana officials celebrate National FFA Week

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INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 20, 2024) – In honor of National FFA Week, the seven Indiana FFA State Officers, and dozens of FFA members, met in the Statehouse to receive a proclamation and resolution declaring Feb. 17-24 Indiana FFA Week.

“It was a pleasure to have these outstanding young professionals representing the State of Indiana and agriculture so well in the Statehouse today,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “FFA is a dynamic youth led organization and I am excited to celebrate National FFA Week this week and agriculture year-round.”

Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a proclamation to name this week National FFA Week in recognition of all the work the Indiana FFA Organization, agriculture educators and FFA advisors do to cultivate the next generation of agriculturists for the state.

During the week, chapters across the state and nation will host a variety of events to educate, advocate and celebrate the agricultural industry. From a school animal experience to a farmer’s breakfast, these activities pay homage to the dedication and commitment of today’s agriculturalists. Throughout the week, the Indiana FFA State Officers will travel the state to participate in activities alongside local FFA chapters and their communities.

The Indiana FFA Association also received a Senate Concurrent Resolution highlighting the impact of the FFA Organization, which is preparing more than 14,000 members in 90 of Indiana’s 92 counties for the over 250 unique careers in the food, fiber and natural resource sectors. The resolution was led by Sen. Jean Leising, Senate District 42 and Rep. Michael Aylesworth, House District 11.

Indiana FFA State Reporter Carson Rudd was excited to meet with legislators to promote Indiana agricultural education. 

“National FFA Week is a week full of celebration and a time to reflect on the significance the organization has across the country and here in over 220 communities across the state,” said Rudd. “We are honored to have the support of our state’s legislature not only during National FFA Week, but throughout the year as well.”

Tamara Ketchen, Director of the Indiana FFA Association, is looking forward to seeing all the work done this week at FFA chapters across the state.

“National FFA Week is a time for local chapters to highlight their programs showcasing their success and passion for agriculture,” Ketchen said. “We also use this as an opportunity to recognize community supporters and broadcast the mission of the organization.”

FFA members are agriculture’s future leaders, future food suppliers, future innovators and more! Whether it is through service projects or community gatherings, National FFA Week is a time for FFA members to raise awareness about agricultural education and the role the National FFA Organization plays in the development of agriculture’s future leaders.

The first National FFA Week was held in 1948, when the National FFA Board of Directors designated a weeklong celebration to recognize George Washington’s example and legacy as a leader and farmer. For the past 75 years, FFA members across the country have taken part in agricultural, leadership and service-based activities during National FFA Week.

Visit www.inffa.org to learn more about Indiana FFA. To see or download photos of today’s event click here. 

INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 20, 2024) – In honor of National FFA Week, the seven Indiana FFA State Officers, and dozens of FFA members, met in the Statehouse to receive a proclamation and resolution declaring Feb. 17-24 Indiana FFA Week.

“It was a pleasure to have these outstanding young professionals representing the State of Indiana and agriculture so well in the Statehouse today,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development. “FFA is a dynamic youth led organization and I am excited to celebrate National FFA Week this week and agriculture year-round.”

Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a proclamation to name this week National FFA Week in recognition of all the work the Indiana FFA Organization, agriculture educators and FFA advisors do to cultivate the next generation of agriculturists for the state.

During the week, chapters across the state and nation will host a variety of events to educate, advocate and celebrate the agricultural industry. From a school animal experience to a farmer’s breakfast, these activities pay homage to the dedication and commitment of today’s agriculturalists. Throughout the week, the Indiana FFA State Officers will travel the state to participate in activities alongside local FFA chapters and their communities.

The Indiana FFA Association also received a Senate Concurrent Resolution highlighting the impact of the FFA Organization, which is preparing more than 14,000 members in 90 of Indiana’s 92 counties for the over 250 unique careers in the food, fiber and natural resource sectors. The resolution was led by Sen. Jean Leising, Senate District 42 and Rep. Michael Aylesworth, House District 11.

Indiana FFA State Reporter Carson Rudd was excited to meet with legislators to promote Indiana agricultural education. 

“National FFA Week is a week full of celebration and a time to reflect on the significance the organization has across the country and here in over 220 communities across the state,” said Rudd. “We are honored to have the support of our state’s legislature not only during National FFA Week, but throughout the year as well.”

Tamara Ketchen, Director of the Indiana FFA Association, is looking forward to seeing all the work done this week at FFA chapters across the state.

“National FFA Week is a time for local chapters to highlight their programs showcasing their success and passion for agriculture,” Ketchen said. “We also use this as an opportunity to recognize community supporters and broadcast the mission of the organization.”

FFA members are agriculture’s future leaders, future food suppliers, future innovators and more! Whether it is through service projects or community gatherings, National FFA Week is a time for FFA members to raise awareness about agricultural education and the role the National FFA Organization plays in the development of agriculture’s future leaders.

The first National FFA Week was held in 1948, when the National FFA Board of Directors designated a weeklong celebration to recognize George Washington’s example and legacy as a leader and farmer. For the past 75 years, FFA members across the country have taken part in agricultural, leadership and service-based activities during National FFA Week.

Visit www.inffa.org to learn more about Indiana FFA. To see or download photos of today’s event click here. 

Congresswoman Erin Houchin Endorses Randy Niemeyer for Congress in IN-01

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Cedar Lake– Today, Randy Niemeyer, Lake County Councilman and Republican Congressional candidate for Indiana’s First District received the endorsement of Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09):

“Randy Niemeyer is a dedicated public servant and the only choice in IN-01. He is principled in the conservative values that have made us the greatest nation on Earth, and he goes to work every day for hardworking Hoosiers in Northwest Indiana. We need leaders in Washington like Randy who will help get our economy back on track, secure our border, and support law enforcement to ensure our communities are safe,” stated Houchin.

Upon receiving the endorsement of Rep. Houchin, Randy Niemeyer stated, “I am thankful to receive the support of Congresswoman Houchin and proud of the winning coalition we continue to build among the conservative champions who are delivering for Hoosiers in Washington.”

Hartwig earns third MVC Freshman of the Week honor

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Today’s recognition is the first for the freshman forward during conference action
 
ST LOUIS — For the third time this season, freshman forward Maggie Hartwig has earned a weekly honor from the Missouri Valley Conference.

After a team-leading performance against Southern Illinois in the Purple Aces win last week, Hartwig has been named the MVC Freshman of the Week by conference staff. This is Hartwig’s third such honor from the Valley but her first during conference play. Hartwig is now the third UE player to earn a weekly conference honor along with fellow freshman Nevaeh Thomas and center Barbora Tomancova.
In the Aces’ first back-to-back Missouri Valley Conference wins since 2017, Maggie Hartwig had a monster game for UE. Hartwig led Evansville on offense with 22 points in the team’s 93-89 overtime win against Southern Illinois. She also added her fourth double-double of the season, by leading the Aces on defense with 12 rebounds. In 35 minutes of play against the Salukis, Hartwig also added one steal.
Hartwig continued to have a strong offensive game on Saturday against Missouri State with 11 points in 39 minutes of play while adding two blocks and two steals. Hartwig led the team in time on the floor versus the Lady Bears, keeping UE within a possession of Missouri State until the fourth quarter. For the week, Hartwig averaged 16.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals, and a block through 74 minutes of action.

Evansville returns to action on Thursday night at Indiana State. Tip-off against the Sycamores is set for 5 p.m. CT from the Hulman Center.
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Garrison, Ahmed and Hollinger promoted to USI director-level positions

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Three individuals have been promoted to director-level positions at the University of Southern Indiana. All three positions are effective immediately.

Director of the Center for Campus Life

Jennifer Garrison has been promoted to Director of the Center for Campus Life at USI. She reports to Dr. Khalilah Doss, Vice President for Student Affairs.

In her role as Director, Garrison provides oversight on the overall planning, development, coordination and implementation of all aspects of the Center for Campus Life. This includes policy interpretation and risk assessment for student activities, organizations and the promotion of student involvement. The Director supervises the Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, the Assistant Director of Student Activities and Traditions, a graduate assistant for LGBTQIA+ programming and 10-12 student assistants.

The Center for Campus Life oversees the development of USI’s 130 student organizations, fraternity and sorority life, gender and sexuality resources, leadership programs and student traditions and events.

Director of Academic and Endpoint Technology 

Juzar Ahmed has been promoted to Director of Academic and Endpoint Technology in the Information Technology Department at USI, effective immediately. He reports to Austin Siders, Chief Information Officer.

In this role, Ahmed provides strategic leadership and operational management for academic and end-user technology. He oversees operations for educational technology, lab management, endpoint computing security and inventory and related academic services activities. This includes managing system planning functions, integrating existing and new systems across IT, recovery and system stability planning and design issues.

Ahmed’s team is also responsible for managing campus-wide pay-to-print, campus learning management system (LMS), developing and updating desktop and laptop imaging for all campus computers and overseeing the computer group policy for all campus computers.

Director of Educator Services 

Erin Hollinger has been promoted to Director of Educator Services, effective immediately. She reports to Dr. Tori Colson, Assistant Dean of the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education and Associate Professor of Education.

In her role as Director, Hollinger coordinates assistance to teacher candidates and advisors as candidates progress through educator preparation programs, beginning with formal admission to teacher education. She also coordinates licensure for pending graduates and former graduates renewing licenses.

Board of County Commissioners & Drainage Board AGENDA

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Board of County Commissioners & Drainage Board
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
3:00 P.M.

AGENDA

 

1. Call to Order

 

2. Attendance

 

A. Youth Resources’ Teen Advisory Council in Attendance
1. Ruby Farmer
2. Zeke Farmer
3. Pledge of Allegiance

 

4. Health Department’s Pre to 3 Presentation

 

5. Action Items

 

A. Resolution No. CO.R-02-24-003: Resolution Opposing the Verified Petition of Southern Indiana Gas and Electric Company d/b/a CenterPoint Energy Indiana South (“CEI South”) for Rate Changes before the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC), Cause No. 45990
B. Health Department
1. IDOH Grant Agreement Contract #80700: Pre to 3 Program
2. Ordinance No. CO.02-24-004: An Ordinance Amending Section 3.28 of Vanderburgh County Code
3. Third Addendum to Lease Agreement: Southwestern Healthcare, Inc.
C. Engineer
1. Notice to Bidders: VC23-03-01 “Milling and Resurfacing of Green River Road”
2. Interlocal Agreement with the City of Evansville for Cost Sharing on Green River Road Contract
3. Notice to Bidders: VC23-03-02 “Pine Place Pipe Replacement”
D. Treasurer
1. Finance Board – Election of President
2. 2023 Investment Report
E. Burdette Park
1. Contract for Valve Replacement with Deig Bros, Inc.
F. Superintendent of County Buildings
1. Advanced Network and Computer Services Network Agreement for Veterans Memorial Coliseum
G. Sheriff
1. Agreement for Correctional Facility Healthcare Services with Comprehensive Correctional Care
2. Agreement for Professional Dental Services with Dr. Joe King
3. Independent Services Agreement with William Wright
I. Grant Agreement: Youth Resources of Southwestern Indiana
J. Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA): Prosecutor’s Office – Effective January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2026
K. Permission to File Indiana Arts Commission FY25 Arts Project Support Grant
L. Request to Authorize the County Attorney to Approve Subrogation Claims
M. Final Reading of Ordinance No. CO.01-24-003: An Ordinance Adding Section 8.05, Regulating Tall Structures as Codified in State Law
6. Department Head Reports

 

7. New Business

 

8. Old Business

 

9. Consent Items

 

A. Approval of February 6th Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
B. Employment Changes
C. Auditor
1. Claims Voucher Reports
i. February 5, 2024 – February 9, 2024
ii. February 12, 2024 – February 16, 2024
D. Commissioners
1. Appropriation Request
E. Clerk
1. January 2024 Monthly Report
F. Engineer
1. Report and Claims
Report and Claims Attachment:
2. Travel Requests
i. Annual Purdue Road School Transportation Conference
ii. Field Supervisor Certification Course
G. Treasurer
1. The Master’s Touch, LLC Pricing Proposal
H. Prosecutor
1. Surplus Requests
i. Office Printers
iii. Computer Monitors
ii. JBL Quantum Headphones
Surplus Requests Attachment:
I. Veterans Memorial Coliseum
1. Republic Services Special Waste Profile
J. 2024 Township Trustee Guidelines
1. Armstrong Township Trustee
2. Center Township Trustee
3. German Township Trustee
4. Knight Township Trustee
5. Perry Township Trustee
6. Pigeon Township Trustee
7. Scott Township Trustee
8. Union Township Trustee
K. Board Appointments
1. Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Coliseum Preservation Foundation, Inc.
i. Cheryl Musgrave
ii. Justin Elpers
iii. Mike Goebel
iv. Alyssa Nilssen
2. Vanderburgh County Redevelopment Commission
i. Justin Elpers
3. MBE/WBE Utilization Board
i. Darline Moore
10. Rezoning

 

A. Final Reading of Rezoning Ordinance VC-1-2024 As Amended Petitioner: GP & JP Properties, LLC Address: 101 S Rosener Road Request: Change from C-4 with UDC to R-1
11. Public Comment

 

12. Adjournment 

THUNDERBOLTS HOST RIVERMEN THIS SATURDAY FOR 90’s NIGHT

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Evansville, In.:  After a 4-game week that saw notable lows turn into significant highs, the Thunderbolts look to carry over the momentum from two consecutive comeback road wins into this coming weekend, where they will face off against the Peoria Rivermen this Friday in Peoria and Saturday at Ford Center for 90’s Night.

 

Week In Review:

 

The Thunderbolts were defeated 3-1 by Quad City on Wednesday at Ford Center, with the lone goal coming from Matthew Hobbs.  Friday’s game in Roanoke was the worst defeat in several years for Evansville, a 7-0 loss to the Rail Yard Dawgs.  However, the Thunderbolts responded in a big way the following night, coming back to defeat the same Rail Yard Dawgs 3-2 in overtime, with goals from Vadim Vasjonkin and Myles Abbate in regulation, and Dmitri Yushkevich in overtime.  The week ended by handing the Birmingham Bulls only their 4th loss on home ice this season in dramatic comeback fashion, coming back from 4-2 down to defeat the Bulls 5-4 in a shootout.  Mark Zhukov, Jordan Spadafore, Brady Lynn, and Abbate scored in regulation, while Lincoln Hatten scored twice in the shootout and Lynn once more.  Ty Taylor stopped 25 of 27 shots in Wednesday’s loss, 10 of 13 shots in relief on Friday, and all 14 shots as well as 6 of 8 shootout attempts in Monday’s win.  Brendahn Brawley stopped 19 of 23 shots on Friday before being relieved by Taylor, 39 of 41 shots in Saturday’s win, and 22 of 26 shots on Monday before being relieved by Taylor.

 

The Week Ahead:

 

The Thunderbolts return to Peoria for the final time this regular season this Friday night to take on the Rivermen, puck drop at 7:15pm CT.  Fans can watch Friday’s road game on FloHockey with a paid subscription or can listen in for free on the Thunderbolts Mixlr Channel.  Fans can also watch Friday’s game at the Official Thunderbolts away game watch party at Parkway Pizza on 3911 Broadway Avenue on Evansville’s West Side.  On Saturday, the Thunderbolts and Rivermen meet again at Ford Center for 90’s Night.  The Thunderbolts will be wearing specialty 90’s themed jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game, replicas will also be on sale at the Thunderbolts merchandise stand.  Space Monkey Records will be providing music in the Ford Center lobby while DJ Chidi will provide 90’s throwback tunes inside the arena.  For tickets, call (812)422-BOLT (2548), go to EvansvilleThunderbolts.com, or visit the Ford Center Ticket Office.

Coming Soon:

 

                The Thunderbolts will host the Quad City Storm on Friday, March 1st and Saturday, March 2nd.  Friday the 1st will be Dogs Night Out 2 Presented by Earthborn Holistic Pet Food, where fans can again bring their dogs to the game for only 5 dollars extra per dog.  Crypto from Evansville Regional Airport will be giving away 100 free collapsible doggie bowls, on-site vet services will be provided by Princeton Veterinary Hospital, and It Takes A Village will be on site with dogs available for adoption.  There will also be dog races on the ice during intermission.  Saturday the 2nd will be Super Villain Night, featuring specialty villain-themed jerseys that will be worn by the players and auctioned off immediately after the game.  Replica jerseys will also be on sale at the Thunderbolts merch stand.

 

Scouting the Opponent:

 

  • Peoria Rivermen:
    • Record: 27-10-5, 59 Points, 2nd Place
    • Leading Goal Scorer: Alec Baer (19 Goals)
    • Leading Point Scorer: Alec Baer (45 Points)
    • Primary Goaltender: Nick Latinovich (18-5-3, .911 Save %)
    • Thunderbolts 23-24 Record vs PEO: 3-6-1

 

                The Rivermen swept their three-game weekend series at home against the Fayetteville Marksmen, beginning with a 1-0 shutout on Friday with Dante Zapata scoring the lone goal.  Saturday’s win was by a score of 5-1, with two goals from Cayden Cahill, and one each from Joseph Drapluk, Jordan Ernst and JM Piotrowski, in a game that saw 139 combined penalty minutes.  Sunday afternoon’s game was won by Peoria by a 3-2 score, with Piotrowski, Ernst, and Mike Gelatt scoring one goal each.  Nick Latinovich was in goal for the first two games, stopping all 18 shots on Friday and 20 of 21 shots on Saturday, while Mario Cavaliere stopped 18 of 20 shots on Sunday.  Both Alec Baer and Zach Wilkie will be unavailable in the coming weekend series, due to suspensions handed down by the league for their actions in Saturday’s penalty-filled game.

Call-up Report

 

– Colton Kalezic (Cincinnati Cyclones – ECHL)

– 33 GP, 5 G, 4 A, 9 P, 6 PIM

 

– Chays Ruddy (Orlando Solar Bears – ECHL)

– 2 GP, 0 G, 2 A, 2 P, 4 PIM

 

– Bair Gendunov (Tulsa Oilers – ECHL)

– 16 GP, 6 G, 5 A, 11 P, 4 PIM

 

– Scott Kirton (Cincinnati Cyclones – ECHL)

– 10 GP, 1 G, 1 A, 2 P, 5 PIM

 

– Mike Ferraro (Cincinnati Cyclones, prev. Savannah – ECHL)

– 19 GP, 2 G, 4 A, 6 P, 4 PIM

 

– Cole Ceci (Worcester Railers – ECHL)

– 1 GP, 0-1-0, 3.16 GAA, .880 Save %

 

Transactions:   

 

Wed. 2/14: F Vadim Vasjonkin returned from loan to Estonian National Team

Wed. 2/14: D Michael Douglas placed on 14-Day Injured Reserve

 

Saunders, Gannon secure OVC WBB weekly honors

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Basketball had a pair of Screaming Eagles earn Ohio Valley Conference weekly accolades. It was announced Tuesday that the league’s communications directors voted sophomore guard Ali Saunders (Depauw, Indiana) as OVC Player and Newcomer of the Week and freshman forward Chloe Gannon (Manchester, Tennessee) as OVC Freshman of the Week.
 
This is Saunders’ second weekly award after earning OVC Newcomer of the Week on January 30 and Gannon’s first-ever conference honor in her first collegiate season at USI.
 
Saunders, a Valparaiso University transfer, earned back-to-back double-digit scoring nights, putting up 20 points against the University of Tennessee at Martin on Thursday before adding 18 points at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on Saturday. Saunders was the leading scorer and passer in both contests. Saunders totaled 10 made triples and 14 assists during the week.
 
In the game against the Skyhawks, Saunders went 7-11 from the field and a whopping 6-8 from downtown while matching a season-high five rebounds and six assists. She also hit the game-sealing three with 30 seconds left. Against the Trojans, Saunders was on fire early, going 7-10 from the floor, including a stellar 4-6 from three. Saunders set a new career best with eight assists.
 
Gannon, a true freshman from Coffee County Central High School, posted double-digit scoring performances last week. Gannon averaged 16.5 points while shooting 62 percent with eight rebounds per game.
 
On Thursday against UT Martin, Gannon dropped her first career double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds in her second start of the season. Against Little Rock on Saturday, Gannon put up 16 points and four rebounds while going 7-9 from the field.
 
Saunders, Gannon, and the Screaming Eagles (18-6, 13-1 OVC) head to Morehead, Kentucky on Tuesday for a battle against Morehead State University (13-12, 8-6 OVC) with a 4 p.m. (CT) tip-off. USI took care of Morehead State in their matchup on January 20 with a 70-55 home victory.

Aces set for Wednesday rematch against UIC

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Game time set for 7 p.m. in Chicago

 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Road play continues for the University of Evansville men’s basketball team with a rematch against UIC on Wednesday in Chicago.  Tip is set for 7 p.m. CT with ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network on the call.

Last Time Out

– Illinois State went 13-of-24 from long range to take an 86-79 win on Sunday inside CEFCU Arena

– The Redbirds converted their first seven outside attempts and led by as many as 15 points in the first half

– Trailing by eight at halftime, the Purple Aces stormed back to take a second-half lead before ISU pulled away late

– Ben Humrichous recorded 21 points, all coming in the second half

– Cam Haffner matched his season scoring mark with 11, all in the opening 20 minutes

Efficient Efforts

– Yacine Toumi was 6-of-8 from the field on his way to 13 points at Illinois State

– That followed a 10-point game against Drake; prior to that game, Toumi posted 6.5 PPG in the last two contests

– After scoring 20 points three times at UE, Toumi reset his high with 22 points against UIC on 8-of-10 shooting

– His season shooting mark of 57.3% ranks 6th in the MVC

Second Half Heroics

– Ben Humrichous was held scoreless in the first half at Illinois State before erupting for 21 points in the final 20 minutes

– He finished the game 8-of-15 from the field and converted five 3-pointers; it was his first 20-point game since posting 27 against SEMO in Chattanooga

– That came on the heels of an 18-point effort versus Drake, his best since tallying 18 against UNI on Dec. 2

– Humrichous is returning to form with 16.8 PPG over the last four games

Tying his Mark

– In the first half at Illinois State, Cam Haffner was 4-for-5 from the field and 3-for-4 from outside on his way to 11 points, tying his season mark, which came at Indiana State

– Haffner knocked down back-to-back triples in the first half against Bradley, capping a 15-2 start to the game by UE

– He entered the game missing five 3-pointers in a row while scoring a total of 2 points in the 3 prior games

Scouting the Opponent

– Winners of two of their last four games, UIC holds a 10-17 record entering Wednesday’s game while standing at 3-13 in Valley action

– Before dropping its last two games to Bradley and Belmont, the Flames earned a road win at Illinois State before taking an impressive 71-65 home win over UNI on February 11 at Credit Union 1 Arena

– Isaiah Rivera leads a trio of double figure scorers with 14.8 points per game

– CJ Jones is second with 11.3 PPG while leading the squad with a total of 120 assists on the season

– Toby Okani checks in with 10.5 points and a team-high 7.1 rebounds

 EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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 EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

 

 

FOOTNOTE:  EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

Trailblazers drop doubleheader to South Suburban College

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CARTERVILLE, Ill. – The Vincennes University baseball team has opened their 2024 regular season with six straight games against NJCAA Division I opponents including Monday’s doubleheader vs. South Suburban College from South Holland, Ill.

The doubleheader was originally scheduled to take place at VU’s Jerry Blemker Field, but was moved to John A. Logan College in Carterville, Ill. Saturday morning due to the snow in Vincennes on Friday.

The Trailblazer bats took a little bit to get going and VU ultimately dropped the doubleheader to the Bulldogs 10-0 and 9-4.

Vincennes got off to a slow start offensively, with a first inning walk by redshirt freshman Holden Clifton (Louisville, Ill.) and a hit by pitch by sophomore Blake Heyerly (Monroe, Ind.) being the only VU action on the base paths until the fifth inning.

South Suburban got on the board first in a big way in the third inning, scoring five runs before adding five more runs in the fourth to take a 10-0 lead over the Blazers.

VU looked to get some action going offensively in the fifth and drew back to back walks by freshman Jaydon Bradbury (Terre Haute, Ind.) and sophomore Jack Robinson (Mooresville, Ind.) but were unable to push a run across and extend the game as the Bulldogs took game one of the day 10-0 over Vincennes.

Freshman Kaleb Marrs (Terre Haute, Ind.) got his first collegiate start on the mound and looked to be rolling early, retiring the first three batters in order and striking out the first batter he faced.

Marrs would last two and two-thirds innings, allowing five runs on four hits and striking out five.

Freshman Alex Wandersee (Centerville, Ind.) was the first out of the bullpen for the Trailblazers, throwing an inning of work, allowing five runs on four hits and striking out one.

Freshman Colten Okes (Evansville, Ind.) entered to get the final out of the fourth inning, retiring the only batter he faced on just three pitches.

The Trailblazers looked to bounce back quickly in game two but quickly fell behind after the Bulldogs plated a run in the first and one in the third to take an early 2-0 lead.

South Suburban looked to gain full control of the game in the fourth, putting together another five run inning to extend the lead to 7-0.

VU would get on the board in the bottom of the fourth however, following a leadoff walk by freshman Nate Montgomery (Lexington, Ind.) and a single by sophomore Bryan Kohlmeyer (Paris, Ill.).

Montgomery later scored on a wild pitch to cut the deficit to 7-1.

The Bulldogs answered back in the fifth with a pair of runs, which the Blazers got back in the sixth after four singles by Montgomery, sophomores Trevor Newman (Fort Wayne, Ind.), Brandon Juarez (Evansville, Ind.) and freshman Corbin Napier (Indianapolis, Ind.).

Juarez and Napier’s being RBI singles by driving in Montgomery and Newman to cut the Bulldog lead to 9-3.

The Trailblazers looked to see if they could put together some late inning magic and got off to a great start in the seventh with a leadoff double by freshman Bradyn Douglas (Frankton, Ind.), followed by an RBI single by Jack Robinson.

The VU offense stalled however after a single by sophomore Kade Hinton (Fort Wayne, Ind.) as Vincennes dropped game two to South Suburban 9-4.

Sophomore Josh McCormick (Indianapolis, Ind.) got the start in game two, throwing three and one-third innings, allowing seven runs on six hits and striking out four.

Sophomore Max Lines (Indianapolis, Ind.) came out of the bullpen to throw an inning and one-third, allowing two runs on one hit and striking out one.

Freshman JD Bowser (Mt. Carmel, Ill.) also threw an inning and one-third, allowing one hit and striking out one.

Freshmen Yancey Edlin (Pekin, Ind.), Noah Dearmitt (Franklin, Ind.) and sophomore Jace Parnin (Fort Wayne, Ind.) then combined to strike out the side in the seventh inning, Edlin’s and Parnin’s strikeouts coming on just four pitches.

The Trailblazers will have another opportunity to bounce back this coming weekend when VU returns to Jerry Blemker Field for a busy weekend of baseball in Vincennes.

VU will begin the weekend by taking on Morton College from Cicero, Ill. Friday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. eastern.

The Trailblazers will then return to Jerry Blemker Field Saturday, Feb. 24 for a split doubleheader against Olney Central College at 1:30 p.m. and NJCAA Division III No. 7-ranked Joliet Junior College at 6:30 p.m. eastern.

The weekend will conclude on Sunday, Feb. 25 with the Trailblazers taking on an opponent to be determined at 1:30 p.m. eastern.

Scheduled dates and times for all VU baseball games are subject to change. Be sure to follow ‘Vincennes University Athletics’ on Facebook, X, or Instagram to stay up to date on any and all VU baseball schedule changes.

 

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