LOGAN – The Cache Kraken girls water polo team capped off a standout season with a third-place finish at the Utah state tournament recently, bolstered by individual accolades for players and coaches.

Zoey Hunter was named Utah’s Player of the Year, while Coach Doug Fryer was honored as Coach of the Year. Teammates Whitley Davis, Beza Fryer, Nya Joekel and Sophie Dayton also received statewide recognition. Davis was named First Team All-State Goalie, Fryer made First Team All-State, Joekel earned Second Team All-State, and Dayton received an Honorable Mention.

The Cache Kraken boys team also delivered a strong performance, finishing second in the state after a dramatic shootout loss by a single goal. Justus Field and Tyler Crook were both named to the First Team All-State roster.

The club is now looking ahead to its youth summer camp, which runs Fridays from June 6 to July 18 at 9:30 a.m. at Mountain Crest High School. Open to kids ages 7–13, the camp offers a chance for youth to try out water polo, build friendships, and stay active during the summer. More information is available at www.cachepolo.com.

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Youssef Koudssi, James Onanubosi, Brian Limage, Isaac Davis, Tyson Tippett, and Zach Extine punched tickets to the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships on Day 3 at the West First Round.
 
Nine men’s track and field athletes have advanced to the NCAA Outdoor Championships, with Koudssi,  Onanubosi,  Limage, Davis, Tippett, and Extine joining Day 1 qualifiers Jesse Avina, Reinaldo Rodrigues, and Zach Landa. All will compete at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, June 11-14. 
 
Koudssi began the day with a finish in 11th in the discus with a throw of 58.75m (192-9) to punch his ticket to the finals.
 
The men’s 4x100m Relay team advanced to Eugene with an 11th-place finish (39.33) as James Onanubosi, Brian Limage, Isaac Davis, and Tyson Tippett will travel to Eugene for a second consecutive year.
 
Extine finishes third in heat one to grab an automatic qualifier into the NCAA Championships. He ended 5th overall with a time of 13.23 in the 110m hurdles. He advances to the finals for the first time in his collegiate career.
 
Men’s NCAA Championships Qualifiers
Jesse Avina – Javelin (5th; PB: 72.48/237-9)
Reinaldo Rodrigues – Long Jump (10th; 7.71m/25-3 ½)
Zach Landa – Shot Put (1st; 20.06m/65-9 ¾)
Youssef Koudssi – Discus (11th; 58.75m/192-9)
4x100m Relay – Onanubosi, Limage, Davis, Tippett (11th; 39.33)
Zach Extine – 110m Hurdles (5th; 13.23)
 
Other finishes: Men
Tyson Tippett: 100m – 19th (PB: 10.19 – tied for 3rd in program history)
Yan Vazquez: 400m Hurdles – 14th (50.38)
Zach Landa: Discus – 17th (57.33m/188-1)
Sam Hala’ufia: Discus – 20th (56.67m/185-1)
 
The Arizona women’s track and field team will be back in action on Saturday, with five athletes looking to earn their way to the NCAA Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.
 
Women’s Quarterfinals on Saturday (All times MST)
Mackenna Orie, Tapenisa Havea – Discus (11 a.m.)
Ava Simms, McKenna Watson, Dakota Minor, Jade Brown – 4x100M Relay (3 p.m.)
Taylen Wise – 100m Hurdles (4:15 p.m)
Jade Brown and McKenna Watson – 100m (4:35 p.m.) | 200m (5:50 p.m.)
Ava Simms – 400m (4:50 p.m.)
Antonia Sanchez Nunez – 400m Hurdles (5:25 p.m.)
 
The action begins at 11 a.m. MST with the quarterfinal for the discus with Mackenna Orie and Tapenisa Havea back in action. A full day of action will be capped with the 200m featuring Jade Brown and McKenna Watson at 5:50 p.m. MST. 

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By: Maddie Omana

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Six track and field student-athletes represented Dartmouth at the NCAA First Round this week, participating in events from Wednesday through Friday at Hodges Stadium. 

Jada Jones, Andie Murray, Madeleine Locher, Albert Velikonja, Max Klein, and J’Voughnn Blake each competed against 47 of the best eastern division athletes in their respective events. This is the first time Jones, Murray, Velikonja, and Locher have qualified for the NCAA First Round. 

Mike Nelson, the Marjorie & Herbert Chase ’30 Director of Dartmouth Track & Field and Cross Country, said he was impressed with the way his student-athletes competed during the week. 

“Most of our competitors dramatically improved upon their rankings. Our coaching staff did an excellent job preparing these student-athletes to compete at the highest level.  We finished the season on a high note and I could not be more proud of our team and staff.” Nelson said.  

Velikonja, who qualified for the 5000m as the 39th in the east, finished his senior season ranked 16th in the region with his 14:11.78 mark. 

Jones, the reigning Ivy League Champion in the indoor and outdoor 200m, had a 23.85 mark in the 200m. She also competed in the 400m and had a 53.49 finish in the event. 

After qualifying for the first round as 34th in the region, Klein improved to 31st in the shot put with a 17.71m throw. Blake finished fifth in his 800m heat with a 1:49.73 mark. 

Locher finished 20th in the region for the 10,000m, wrapping her senior season with a 33:53.04 finish. Murray competed in the 800m, finishing with a 2:06.72 mark. 

“I’d like to thank all of our seniors who have dedicated so much time and energy into the program. The class of 2025 will always have a special place in my heart because they were the leaders when I got to Dartmouth.” Nelson said. “Also, I’d like to say a big thanks to our support staff and administration. Their dedication and commitment to the program has allowed our student-athletes to thrive. Go Big Green!”

Newberry College (NCAA D2), located in Newberry, SC, is seeking applicants for our Women’s Associate Head Volleyball Coach position. The selected candidate will ensure the team operates and conducts themselves within the ideals, goals, rules, and regulations set forth by Newberry College, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the South Atlantic Conference (SAC). The successful candidate will embrace and promote the mission of Newberry College. Newberry College prepares students in the Lutheran liberal arts tradition through our supportive academic community for lifelong intellectual and personal development, meaningful vocation, and engaged citizenship in the global society. This position reports directly to the Head Volleyball Coach. The successful candidate will provide leadership, organization, supervision, instruction, and strategic planning for the Wolves women’s volleyball team.

JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.Create an atmosphere that emphasizes the student-athlete experience. 2.Construct a plan to ensure academic success and personal development of student-athletes. 3.Meet recruiting and retention goals. 4.Ensure each student-athlete has a pathway towards graduation. 5.Identify, evaluate, and recruit academically prepared student-athletes in accordance with college policy and NCAA regulations. 6.Establish an effective communication plan with student-athletes. 7.Plan a competitive schedule. 8.Conduct practices in a safe environment. 9.Effectively manage the budget. 10.Fundraise for additional program needs. 11.Implement an effective community service plan. 12.Promote the women’s volleyball program in the community. 13.Other duties as assigned by Head Volleyball Coach.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, and previous collegiate volleyball coaching or playing experience is preferred.  Upon employment, candidate must successfully complete NCAA certification exam.

APPLICATION

To apply for the position, send resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Kiko Santos

Women’s Head Volleyball Coach

Human.resources@newberry.edu

Application Deadline: Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Any offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law or university policies.

Newberry College does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information. Newberry College is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from people from diverse identities and backgrounds.

E-Verify:

Currently the college uses E-Verify for employment verification. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information entered by an employer from a n employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) to records available to the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.

College Employment Policy

This job description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not necessarily be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.  Job descriptions do not constitute an employment agreement or contract of employment, expressed or implied.  Unless designated in writing and signed by the College President, all College employees are considered to be “EMPLOYED AT WILL.” Newberry College reserves the right to change, alter and amend job descriptions, functions and duties at the pleasure of the College President or Board of Trustees.

About Newberry College

Newberry College, a private, liberal arts college located in the midlands of South Carolina. The College is a proud member of the South Atlantic Conference and Division II. The College is highly ranked as one of the best small colleges in the South in terms of both value and social mobility.

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