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THUNDERBOLTS SHUT OUT 1-0 IN KNOXVILLE

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Knoxville, Tenn.:  Despite a strong defensive game and several great scoring chances, the Thunderbolts were unable to beat a hot Knoxville goaltender in Kristian Stead, with a single goal proving to be the difference in a 1-0 loss in Knoxville on Friday night.  The Thunderbolts next home game will be on Saturday, November 18th against the Quad City Storm, puck drop at 7:00pm CT.

The game’s only goal came at 6:28 of the second period, on one of the only quality chances Knoxville obtained all game long, with Brady Fleurent scoring to put the Ice Bears in front 1-0.  The Thunderbolts outshot Knoxville 25-16, but Ice Bears goaltender Stead stopped all 25 shots, with another two hitting the crossbar behind Stead but not into the net.  Meanwhile, Thunderbolts goaltender Sean Kuhn handled his lesser workload well, with only the one goal against on 16 total shots faced.  The Thunderbolts and Ice Bears meet once again on Friday, January 12th at Knoxville Civic Coliseum.

Ivy Tech Community College Celebrates Local Faculty, Alumni and Benefactor

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College honored local faculty and adjunct faculty, as well as a Distinguished Alumni and Benefactor, at recent events.

“For anyone associated with the College, this year is a year for excitement and reflection,” said Ivy Tech President, Dr. Sue Ellspermann. “Our excellent faculty, inspiring alumni, and strong partnerships allowed us to reach this point, and we have an incredible opportunity to celebrate the impact on our communities throughout Indiana.”

The Faculty President’s Award Honoree was Marti Suddarth, associate professor of Early Childhood Education.

The Adjunct Faculty President’s Award Honoree was Stan Wilm, adjunct professor in Early Childhood Education

The College honored Suddarth and Wilm for their exemplary work with students and the College community during the past year. A selection committee made up of alumni, past winners, State Trustees, faculty representatives, and college administration selected the honorees based on nominations from students, fellow faculty members, and Ivy Tech staff.

Along with being recognized with the President’s Award, each full-time faculty member is eligible for the Glenn W. Sample Award Founder’s Award for Excellence in Instruction, while each Adjunct Faculty member is eligible for the Gerald I. Lamkin Award. Sample and Lamkin are two former Ivy Tech presidents. Sample helped found the College when it was still the Indiana Vocational Technical College, while Lamkin oversaw the growth of the College from a vocational school to the state’s community college.

The Distinguished Alumni from Ivy Tech Evansville was Gelina Mascoe.
Mascoe’s story, including the health care specialist degree she earned from Ivy Tech, is part of the American Dream. Gelina is from La Gonave, Haiti, and moved to Florida unable to speak a word of English when in the 7th grade. She quickly adapted and made friends and connections. After graduating from high school, Gelina relocated to Northern Kentucky to pursue a career in medical technology. Gelina, who now has two degrees, eventually founded Lumiere D ‘education Foundation, a charitable organization that provides free education to 170 children in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Gelina also founded the Haitian Center of Evansville, connecting Haitian immigrants to support that will help them to achieve independence, increase their well-being, and enhance their community impact. Today, Gelina works as a top-producing, full-time real estate agent for F.C. Tucker Emge. 

The Honored Benefactor from Ivy Tech Evansville was Lu Porter.
Porter has been a Foundation board member for more than 27 years, connecting countless donors and Ivy Tech students. Porter supports her community in many ways – from serving 25 local and state boards over the last several decades to delivering community needs and helping non-profits with fundraising. Porter retired from the Evansville African American Museum in 2017 and previously worked in community outreach for Integra Bank. Throughout her life in Evansville, Porter has kept a pulse on supporting youth and the disenfranchised: from helping young people set up their first bank accounts to encouraging the pursuit of higher education. Porter is the daughter of a preacher, to whom she credits for teaching her the values of servant leadership. In addition to the Ivy Tech Foundation Board of Directors, Porter is also currently on the ECHO Community Healthcare board.

University of Evansville Unveils State-of-the-Art Mental Health and Wellness Clinic

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Partnership with Easterseals Culminates in the Opening of the UE Mental Health and Wellness Clinic and the Emily M. Young Assessment Center

EVANSVILLE, IND. (11/17/2023) In a landmark dedication ceremony on Friday, the University of Evansville (UE) proudly introduced its cutting-edge Mental Health and Wellness Clinic, solidifying its commitment to addressing critical mental health challenges in the Evansville community. This groundbreaking initiative, developed in collaboration with Easterseals, includes the Emily M. Young Assessment Center, a comprehensive facility equipped to provide advanced therapy and assessment services.

“UE’s Mental Health and Wellness Clinic, is a testament to our unwavering commitment to our Evansville community,” said Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz, President of the University of Evansville. “This state-of-the-art facility, along with the Emily M. Young Assessment Center, marks a significant stride towards a brighter and promising future for individuals and families grappling with mental health concerns.”

At the heart of the clinic is the Emily M. Young Assessment Center, a specialized facility furnished with cutting-edge equipment and materials essential for sophisticated testing. This includes computers, software, recording devices, white noise machines, and testing kits. The Assessment Center will play a central role in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions by offering a range of assessment measures, including outcome questionnaires, personality testing, psychopathology measures, and cognitive functioning assessments. The center is named in honor of the late Emily Young, the daughter of U.S. district judge for the Southern District of Indiana Richard L. Young.

Operated by 10-15 students annually from the University of Evansville’s Doctor of Psychology clinical degree program, under the supervision of a licensed clinical psychologist, the clinic will provide crucial therapy and assessment services to the Evansville community. The services, offered on a monthly basis, will focus on conditions such as ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, intellectual functioning, and personality functioning.

“The Emily M. Young Assessment Center serves as an invaluable resource for the Evansville community, addressing the pressing need for comprehensive mental health assessments for both children and adults,” noted Pietruszkiewicz. “This educational training clinic will play a pivotal role in not only diagnosing psychological disorders but also in guiding effective treatment, ultimately contributing to the overall mental health and well-being of our community.”

Community members interested in giving to the Mental Health and Wellness Clinic can visit www.uealumnionline.com/mentalhealth.

Mayor Winnecke Presents Distinguished Awards

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Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke presented Deputy Mayor Steve Schaefer with distinguished awards on behalf of the City of Evansville and State of Indiana.

Mayor Winnecke cited, “For his unwavering commitment to build positive progress in the City of Evansville. Likewise, his 12 years of counsel and leadership has been a blessing for our city.”

Schaefer began working with the City of Evansville in 2012, serving as Chief of Staff to Mayor Winnecke. In 2016, Schaefer became the 1st Deputy Mayor in the history of the City of Evansville and most recently has also been serving as Interim Executive Director of the Evansville Parks & Recreation Department.

On behalf of Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, who is currently visiting members of the Indiana National Guard stationed overseas, Mayor Winnecke presented Schaefer with a Sagamore of the Wabash award. The Sagamore of the Wabash award is highest honor that the Governor of Indiana bestows to an individual that has rendered a distinguished service to the state of Indiana.

76th annual poultry donation at Indiana Statehouse

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INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 17, 2023) — Gov. Eric Holcomb and ISDA Director Don Lamb will participate in the 76th Indiana State Poultry Association‘s annual poultry donation. This event is a tradition that highlights the significance of agriculture in Indiana and the generosity of the state’s poultry producers. Producers will bring a variety of poultry products and donate them after the ceremony to Second Helpings, a hunger relief agency in Indianapolis. 

WHAT

76th Indiana State Poultry Association annual poultry donation

WHO

  • Governor Eric Holcomb
  • Don Lamb, Indiana State Department of Agriculture director
  • Rebecca Joniskan, president of the Indiana State Poultry Association

WHEN

Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET

WHERE

Indiana Statehouse – South Atrium (200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204).

UE Men’s basketball hosts Ball State on Saturday

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Tip set for 1 p.m. at the Ford Center

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Riding the first 3-0 start since the 2019-20 season, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team is back at the Ford Center on Saturday to welcome an undefeated Ball State squad.  Tip is set for 1 p.m. with ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network covering the action.

Last Time Out

– For the second game in a row, Evansville never trailed while improving to 3-0 with a 76-57 road win at SEMO

– Yacine Toumi tied his career scoring mark with 20 tallies while Ben Humrichous posted his second 18-point game of the season

– Cam Haffner recorded his first double figure outing with the Aces, scoring 10 points on 4-of-9 shooting

– The win was the largest road margin for the program since defeating Miami Ohio by a 69-50 margin in 2014

Another 18-Point Effort

– Ben Humrichous posted his second 18-point game of the season in the win at SEMO on Wednesday, hitting 7 of his 10 attempts

Tying His Mark

– Converting 10 of his 13 field goal tries, Yacine Toumi tied his career scoring mark with 20 points

– Toumi scored 20 last season against UIC

– He remains second on the squad with 14.3 points and 5.3 rebounds per game

– Through three games, Toumi has shot 72.4%, which is second in the MVC

– Over the last two games, he has shot 80% (16-for-20)

Back in the MVC

– Scoring eight points in each of the last two games, Antonio Thomas is settling into his role at UE

– Thomas leads the Aces with 8 assists, 6 steals and an assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.67

– He ranks in a tie for 7th in the Valley with his average of 2.00 steals per game

– Thomas, who is in his fifth collegiate season, opened his career at Bradley where he was part of the 2020 MVC Championship team as a freshman

Scouting the Opponent

– Ball State takes to the road for the first time this season after opening with three home games

– The Cardinals come into Saturday’s game with a 3-0 mark with wins over Goshen, Old Dominion and Oakland City

– Three players average double figures with Jalin Anderson leading the way with 19.7 points per game

– He is a 64.7% shooter and has added 5.0 rebounds

– Basheer Jihad is second on the team with 15.0 PPG while Mickey Pearson Jr. checks in with 11.3

– Jihad is tied with Anderson for the team lead in rebounds with 5.0 per contest

USI Softball signs five for 2024-25 class

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Softball announced that five student-athletes have signed national letters of intent to compete for the Screaming Eagles in 2024-25.

“We are really excited about our 2024 class of new Screaming Eagles,” USI Softball Head Coach Sue Kunkle said. “This is a very talented class, and our coaching staff expects that all of them will contribute immediately and continue to level up our program. As a group, these five will bring tons of athleticism, power, and versatility.”

Three of Southern Indiana’s five signees are from Southern Indiana Athletic Conference member schools in the Evansville area.

Lilly Brown (Evansville, Indiana) is a 5’5″ utility who can play first base and outfield. The lefty was a multi-sport athlete at Reitz Memorial High School. For her high school career, Brown has batted .342 with 53 runs, 46 RBIs, and 23 doubles with a .879 OPS. Last year, she set career highs, including 30 RBIs. She was named All-SIAC Second Team twice. Brown’s aunt, Brittany DeWeese ’11, played for Kunkle and the Screaming Eagles from 2008-11. Brown has played for several club teams, including the Texas Bombers, Shockwaves, Eagles, Kentucky Freedom, and Unity Pirillo.

Jordan Mackey (Evansville, Indiana) is a 5’9″ right-handed catcher/utility from Harrison High School, where she was a multi-sport athlete and the school’s athlete of the year in 2022-23. Mackey is a versatile hitter and is solid defensively at catcher and in the infield. Last season, Mackey hit .477 with 21 runs, 27 RBIs, 20 extra-base hits with eight home runs, and a 1.645 OPS. Mackey’s eight home runs were a single-season record at Harrison, and she is currently tied for the career home run record at Harrison with 15. She was top five in the SIAC for batting average, home runs, RBIs, walks, and slugging percentage. Mackey was All-Metro and All-SIAC Second Team in 2022, and she was All-Metro and All-SIAC First Team in 2023. She was ranked 32nd in the class of ’24 by Extra Innings. Plus, Mackey has a connection to USI already, as her mother, Molly (Blackford) ’02, played for Kunkle and the Screaming Eagles between 1999-2002. Mackey played select ball for Indiana Magic Gold Gerth.

Jinnis Gerth (Evansville, Indiana), a 5’9″ outfielder, comes to USI out of North High School. The right-hander is a versatile power hitter. During high school, Gerth has batted .297 with 50 runs, 50 RBIs, 18 extra-base hits with six home runs, and a .816 OPS. Last season, Gerth had a career season as a junior, hitting .347 with 28 RBIs and six home runs while posting an OPS above 1.000. She helped lead North to a sectional championship and its first regional title since 1996 last spring. Gerth has been an All-SIAC selection as well during her high school career. Gerth played travel ball with Indiana Magic Gold Gerth 24/25.

Kylie Witthaus (Jonesburg, Missouri), a 5’5″ left-handed pitcher, comes to USI out of Warrenton High School. Witthaus will bring a different look to USI’s pitching staff from the left side. In 2023, Witthaus went 16-9 with 23 complete games in 25 starts and 159.7 innings. She posted a 1.40 ERA with 270 strikeouts. Witthaus is also a power presence at the plate, where she hit .447 with 27 RBIs last season. Witthaus was All-Conference Second Team her first two seasons and All-Conference First Team in 2022 and 2023. She has also been First-Team All-District and All-Region the last three years. In 2022, Witthaus was All-State First Team and the GAC North Player of the Year. Her team was conference champions from 2020-22, district champions in 2021 and 2022, and finished fourth place in Missouri in 2022. In 2022, Witthaus set her high school’s single-season record for strikeouts and had a 21-strikeout game that season. Plus, she tossed a perfect game during the 2023 season. The southpaw was also Academic All-Conference for four years and Academic All-State from 2020-22. Witthaus played select ball with St. Louis Chaos 18u Mazzola.

Grace Huffman (Greenwood, Indiana) is a 5’9″ catcher and corner infielder from Center Grove High School. Huffman began her varsity career as a sophomore, hitting .333. She went on to bat .622 with nine doubles and four home runs in high school A multi-sport athlete in high school, Huffman is a strong hitter who played travel ball with Indy Dreams 18u Streeval. She batted .416 with 13 doubles and eight home runs with her travel squad.

USI Softball begins its second season as an NCAA Division I program and second in the Ohio Valley Conference in February. The Eagles are coming off a third-place finish in the OVC to earn their first OVC Tournament berth last spring. The 2024 spring championship schedule will be released later.

UE Men’s basketball announces the signing of Battle and Berridge

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Duo set to join the program in 2024 

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Continuing an impressive recruiting trend since he first stepped foot on the University of Evansville campus, men’s basketball coach David Ragland has announced the signing of Kaia Berridge and Ramondo Battle.  Both will join the Purple Aces in 2024.

“We are extremely excited to add two skilled and talented players to our roster for the 2024-25 season.  Adding both Berridge and Battle will add to our roster size, skill and shooting ability,” Ragland stated.  “Both young men come from wonderful families who have instilled great qualities into each of these young men. Recruiting quality people from quality families and basketball programs continues to be a huge focus of our coaching staff as we continue to build a culture for long-term success on and off the floor.”

KAIA BERRIDGE

Kaia Berridge is a 6-foot-4 guard who is entering his final high school season at Archbishop Riordan in San Francisco.  As a junior Berridge helped his team to a 23-7 mark, including a 12-2 record in league competition.

“Arriving in Evansville reminded me so much of New Zealand. The weather, the landscape. And then arriving on campus, and meeting the staff, the people reminded me of home too,” Berridge said.  “Everyone is super friendly and embracing. I immediately felt comfortable. The facilities at Evansville are amazing for a student-athlete.”

Berridge represented New Zealand U17 World Cup Team in 2022.  During the event, he played in six contests for an average of 17.7 minutes per game.  He posted 4.3 points, 2.8 assists and 2.2 rebounds per contest.

“The ability to have everything at your fingertips, living quarters, training facilities, classes and the home court arena- made the decision of attending this school so much easier,” he added. “With peace of my mind for my family back in New Zealand, too.”

Coach Ragland on Berridge:

“We had an opportunity to follow Kaia as he was playing last summer in the NBA Academy.

Kaia’s ability to run a team as a lead guard was the first thing that jumped out to us as a staff.

He plays with very good offensive pace and rarely gets sped up or makes an incorrect read.

Kaia is a very good athlete with an ability to play above the rim.  He always can shoot from behind the 3-point line while also being a willing passer.  We have been focused on adding positional size and Kaia embodies that with his 6’4 height as a lead guard.”

RAMONDO BATTLE

Ramondo Battle is set to join the Purple Aces from Walters State Community College in Tennessee.  The 6-foot-8 forward played at Weatherford College last season where he saw action in 30 games and chipped in an average of 11.7 points.  Battle was a 45.1% shooter from the field and knocked down 74.3% of his free throw tries.  He put up solid numbers on the glass, recording 6.1 rebounds per contest.

“Evansville is a perfect fit for so many reasons.  I had a great campus visit and really enjoyed the opportunity to speak with Prez. P. (UE President Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz) and the AD (Director of Athletics Ziggy Siegfried),” Battle exclaimed.  “Evansville is the perfect size for me and seeing the support the program receives from the community was impressive. I was also a big fan of the Ford Center!”

The McKinney, Texas native earned North Texas Junior College Athletic Conference Honorable Mention accolades to wrap up his freshman campaign.  Prior to his college career, Battle completed high school at United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School.

“After seeing the system that Evansville runs, I knew that it was a situation where I could be successful,” Battle continued.  “They run a very similar system to what I am accustomed to and that will allow me to make a more immediate impact on the court.”

With three games in the books this season, Battle ranks second on the team with 13.7 points per game.  He has also registered 8.7 rebounds and 4.0 assists per contest.

Coach Ragland on Battle:

“We have been focused on size, skill and shooting as a staff since we arrived at UE. Ramondo embodies all those characteristics.  He is 6’8 and shoots the ball with ease from beyond the 3-point line.  He also plays high above the rim and has the ability to drive to a shot or pass to a teammate.  Ramondo will also add collegiate level experience as he has played the last 2 years at the junior college level.”

Weekly Death Report

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Weekly Death Report Oct 16 to Oct 22, 2023

Vanderburgh County Commissioners Announce New Dog Park Groundbreaking Ceremony at Burdette Park

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EVANSVILLE, IN — November 17, 2023 — The Vanderburgh County Commissioners will host a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction for a new dog park at Burdette Park on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

Located conveniently at the heart of Burdette, near the new Oasis Playground, Burdette Bark will be open to everyone at no cost. It will be enclosed by a 6-foot-tall fence for safety and will have a designated area for dogs to enter and exit safely while other dogs play. Additionally, there will be water hydrants installed to ensure our canine friends have access to fresh, clean water whenever they visit.

The date of Burdette Bark’s grand opening will be announced later as the project completion is weather-dependent.

The Commissioners express their gratitude to the Vanderburgh County Highway Department for their crucial support. The Department’s workforce, along with Burdette’s staff, are providing all the necessary labor for this project.

Event Information:
What: Groundbreaking Ceremony for Burdette Park’s Dog Park
When: November 21, 2023
Where: Burdette Park – 5301 Nurrenbern Rd., Evansville, IN 47712 (near Oasis Playground)
Time: 11:30 a.m.

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