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No. 2 Softball Set for Series at No. 22 Alabama
NORMAN — No. 2/2 Oklahoma Softball (35-3, 9-3 SEC) begins the second half of its Southeastern Conference slate with a three-game series at No. 22/23 Alabama (28-15, 5-7 SEC) Saturday, April 12 through Monday, April 14. DATES AND TIMESGame 1 | Saturday, April 12 at 3 p.m. – ESPN2Game 2 | Sunday, April 13 at […]
NORMAN — No. 2/2 Oklahoma Softball (35-3, 9-3 SEC) begins the second half of its Southeastern Conference slate with a three-game series at No. 22/23 Alabama (28-15, 5-7 SEC) Saturday, April 12 through Monday, April 14.
DATES AND TIMES
Game 1 | Saturday, April 12 at 3 p.m. – ESPN2
Game 2 | Sunday, April 13 at 5 p.m. – SECN
Game 3 | Monday, April 14 at 6 p.m. – SECN
HOW TO FOLLOW
Saturday’s game will be broadcast on ESPN2 while the SEC Network will carry games two and three. A radio broadcast for all three games will be offered on The Franchise 2 (1560 AM and 103.3 FM). Live stats will be available on statbroadcast.com.
AGAINST ALABAMA
Oklahoma and Alabama have played 18 times, with 12 of those either coming in May or June in high leverage games. The Sooners and Crimson Tide have played 10 games against one another in Oklahoma City, as well as three in Tuscaloosa during the 2015 NCAA Super Regionals.
Alabama paces the all-time series, 10-8, with OU winning the last meeting, 7-3, June 2, 2019 at the Women’s College World Series.
ABOUT ALABAMA
Alabama is 28-15 and 5-7 in SEC play this season, entering the weekend ranked No. 22 in the ESPN.com/USA Today poll and No. 23 in the NFCA poll. The Crimson Tide have gone 17-6 in home games this season, while taking two of three against then No. 15/17 Georgia in their last home series.
The Crimson Tide rank first in the SEC in double plays turned (25) and first in stolen bases (96). Audrey Vandagriff paces the team with a .432 batting average, while Catelyn Riley’s 2.52 ERA leads the team.
LAST TIME OUT
Oklahoma scored 11 unanswered runs, getting homers from Kasidi Pickering and Maya Bland and five innings of work from Sam Landry in an 11-3 victory against OSU at Devon Park April 9.
RANKED GAMES
The Sooners have played 12 games against ranked teams this season, going 10-2 in such contests and 7-2 in games against ranked SEC foes.
9,259
No. 2/2 Oklahoma’s game against No. 18/17 Wednesday at Devon Park in Oklahoma City set an NCAA Softball regular season single game attendance record as 9,259 spectators took in the contest. The total broke the previous record of 8,930 set between Oklahoma and Texas March 31, 2023 in Oklahoma City.
OH ME OH MAYA
Sophomore Maya Bland hit the eventual game-winning home run in Wednesday’s win against Oklahoma State, launching a three-run shot to left center that put the Sooners ahead, 5-3. She also drew an important leadoff walk in the bottom of the third, just before Kasidi Pickering hit a two-run homer to right field.
NINE-HOLE PRODUCTION
Maya Bland drove in three runs and Hannah Coor provided another RBI as the nine hole posted four RBIs in OU’s 11-3 win against No. 18 Oklahoma State Wednesday. Bland’s three RBIs set a career high, while Coor has hit safely in a season-best three consecutive games.
KP COVERING THE BASES
Kasidi Pickering went 15 straight at-bats without being retired between March 23 at Missouri and the series finale against No. 10 Tennessee Sunday, March 30. She is currently riding a 14-game hitting streak and is fifth in the nation in walks per game at 1.03.
FRESHIES
Freshman Gabbie Garcia doubled in all three of her at-bats April 1 at UT Arlington, tying an OU single game record. It was just the ninth time in program history that a player recorded that feat. Additionally, OU freshmen combined for nine of the team’s RBIs during the 13-2 win against UTA. Corri Hicks had four, Milloy tallied three and Nelly McEnroe-Marinas and Sydney Barker added one apiece.
THE GIFT OF GAB
Freshman infielder Gabbie Garcia is tied for eighth among all freshman in Division with 11 home runs. She was named D1Softball Freshman of the Week March 11 and April 8 as well SEC Player of the Week March 18. Earlier this month she became the first OU freshman since Jocelyn Alo to homer in five consecutive games.
She tallied at least two hits in each of the last four games, including going 3-for-3 in back-to-back games last week.
LOCKDOWN LANA
Second baseman Ailana Agbayani made a critical play in OU’s win against Oklahoma State, diving to make a catch on a line drive with the bases loaded and nobody out in the fourth inning. She capped the inning off by cleanly fielding a grounder, helping flip the momentum back to OU before the Sooners’ five-run fourth inning.
Agbayani enters the weekend with a 1.000 percent fielding percentage, making all 111 plays that have come her way this season. She joins third baseman Nelly McEnroe-Marinas as having started all 38 games at their respective infield positions this year.
3X SEC PITCHER OF THE WEEK
Pitcher Sam Landry has been named SEC Pitcher of the Week three times this season, including in back-to-back weeks March 18 and March 25. She ranks in the top 15 in the nation in WHIP (0.88 – 11th), strikeout-to-walk ratio (6.44 – 9th) and shutouts (4 – 12th).
DON’T CALL IT A COMEBACK
Oklahoma currently has 12 comeback victories this season, including the latest against No. 18 Oklahoma State Wednesday when OU scored 11 unanswered runs. The Sooners came back in multiple games against South Carolina and Arkansas, as well as once against Missouri.
ACTIVE CAREER LEADERS
The Sooners have a number of players in the top ten in the nation (all levels of NCAA softball and DI), particularly between the arms of Isabella Smith and Sam Landry.
-Wins leaders: Isabella Smith (first in DI and third in the NCAA – .729), Sam Landry (second in DI and seventh in the NCAA – .781)
-Innings pitched: Isabella Smith (fourth in DI and tenth in the NCAA – 636.7 IP)
-Appearances: Sam Landry (fifth in DI and NCAA – 136), Isabella Smith (sixth in DI and NCAA – 135)
-Strikeouts: Isabella Smith (third in DI and 13th in NCAA – 679)
-Complete games: Isabella Smith (8th in DI – 54)
-Home runs: Cydney Sanders (5th in DI and 10th in the NCAA – 54)
-Walks: Cydney Sanders (4th in DI and 5th in the NCAA – 143)
SEC STANDOUTS
Nelly McEnroe-Marinas and Gabbie Garcia have really performed in SEC play, holding down the left side of the infield as well as the middle of the order. McEnroe-Marinas has homered seven times in league play, while scoring 16 runs, seven more than the next most on the OU squad. Garcia’s defense isn’t to be overlooked as she’s made all 36 plays in the field during conference competition, while homering five times. Kasidi Pickering is pacing the team with a .469 batting average in 12 SEC games.
PATIENT AT THE PLATE
Of the Sooners’ 320 runs, Oklahoma has scored 94 runs via a walk or hit-by-pitch. Oklahoma has scored at least one run per game via a walk or hit by pitch in 35 of 38 games. The Sooners are second in the nation in walks with 203.
NEW BATS, SAME RESULTS
Of Oklahoma’s 74 home runs, 40 have been hit by an OU newcomer or a Sooner in their first season. Additionally, six different Sooners have had a two-homer performance this year (Gabbie Garcia, Kasidi Pickering, Nelly McEnroe-Marinas, Sydney Barker and Isabela Emerling and Ella Parker). A total of 11 different players have homered at least once.
CYDNEY SLAMDERS
Cydney Sanders has played in the most games among active Sooners, logging 211 for her career and 137 for her time at Oklahoma. Sanders’ 54 career homers features 33 during her time in Norman, two of which came in the same inning against St. Thomas April 3. She was the last Sooner to do so since Alynah Torres homered twice in the same frame against UT Arlington March 20, 2024.
KEEPIN’ IT 100
Oklahoma has seen a number of players surpass the “100 milestone” in a variety of statistical categories this year, including:
–Sam Landry reached 100 strikeouts this season (April 9 vs. OSU)
–Kasidi Pickering reached 100 career hits (April 9 vs. OSU)
–Ella Parker surpassed 100 career hits (February 28 vs. Marshall)
–Isabela Emerling reached 100 career RBIs (March 26 at Wichita State)
–Cydney Sanders eclipsed 100 RBIs at OU (April 3 vs. St. Thomas)
HOMER DAYTA
Abby Dayton hit a game-tying home run in the fifth inning of the series opener against Tennessee Friday, March 28. It was just Dayton’s second home run of the season and first since her first at-bat as a Sooner Feb. 6. She also homered twice across her two seasons at Utah.
DEAL DEALT
Lefty Kierston Deal has been in some big moments and on the biggest stage during her career at OU. Saturday she stepped up in another big game, turning in a complete game in OU’s 4-1 win against No. 10 Tennessee March 29. She retired 12 of the final 13 batters she faced in that game.
WOAH NELLY
Nelly McEnroe-Marinas has started off SEC play on fire, hitting seven home runs through the first 12 games. She hit one in each game at Missouri and launched two more at Arkansas, including a go-ahead three-run homer in Sunday’s finale. In SEC-opening weekend she hit two three-run home runs in the same game to help defeat South Carolina, 10-9, March 9. She is the first Sooner to hit a pair of three-run homers in the same game since Lynnsie Elam did so against Iowa March 20, 2022. Four of her 10 home runs on the season have been a three-run shot.
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Who was the top Zeeland East High athlete of the quarter century?
With the century a quarter done, the Holland Sentinel is selecting its top 25 athletes from the past quarter century. We will start with the top 25 from each school and move on to the top 25 overall male and female high school athletes from the past 25 years. Athletes must be graduated to be […]
With the century a quarter done, the Holland Sentinel is selecting its top 25 athletes from the past quarter century.
We will start with the top 25 from each school and move on to the top 25 overall male and female high school athletes from the past 25 years.
Athletes must be graduated to be eligible.
Today: Zeeland East (several are from before the split, so there are more on this list to keep it fair as far as 25 at a specific high school).
Justin Barkel
Class of 2005
In the last class before the Zeeland split, Justin Barkel was a versatile swimmer at the highest level. As a senior, he won the Division 1 state championship in the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke. He was all-state multiple years before swimming at Grand Valley State and earning NCAA All-American honors.
TJ Beelen
Class of 2012
As a senior, TJ Beelen became just the second person in state history to record a 200-foot-plus discus throw on his way to the state championship. Finished runner-up in the shot put and was all-state in track and field multiple years. Also was all-state in football as a defensive lineman and went to Southern Illinois to play both sports.
Adam Berghorst
Class of 2019
Adam Berghorst earned all-state honors in football and baseball as defensive tackle and pitcher. Selected in the MLB draft but opted to play both sports at Michigan State. Was dominating run stopper as a defensive tackle on the football field but proved to be even better on the mound.
Johnathan Berghorst
Class of 2017
A two-sport star, Johnathan Berghorst won a state title in shot put and also earned all-state honors in football and track twice before playing football at Central Michigan. Berghorst was a dominant defensive lineman for the Chix, earning all-state honors, then was a multi-year state qualifier in track and field, culminating in a state championship, all while playing baseball in the spring, too.
Aliyah Boeve
Class of 2019
One of the fiercest athletes in area history, Aliyah Boeve won the indoor state shot put title as a senior and was all-state in shot put and discus multiple years (finishing second and third twice) with distances that would have been all-state for the boys. She also was an all-conference volleyball player multiple years. She competes in track and field at Central Michigan.
Boone Bonnema
Class of 2019
Starting as a freshman, Boone Bonnema made his presence known on the football field, flying to the ball as a linebacker. He was first-team all-state linebacker two years in a row and also earned all-state honors in shot put before playing football at Western Michigan.
Tag Bonnema
Class of 2022
Following in his brother’s footsteps, Tag Bonnema was also a dynamite defender on the football field and also a strong thrower in track and field. He earned all-state honors at both linebacker and defensive line during his career and was all-state in track and field in the shot put.
Brittany Casey
Class of 2014
Despite her small stature for a thrower, Brittany Casey used her strong, compact frame to become one of the top track and field athletes in state history. She earned four regional titles and three state titles in shot put and discus during her career with five all-state finishes before throwing at Western Michigan.
Drew Coffin
Class of 2009
Claimed back-to-back state titles in the 50 freestyle to lead Zeeland to state championship as a team. Also was part of state title and record-setting 400 freestyle relay before swimming at the University of Michigan.
Betsy DeJonge
Class of 2005
In the final class before the Zeeland split, Betsy DeJonge was one of the top swimmers in area history. As a senior, she was state runner-up in the 50 and 100 freestyles. She earned all-state honors in two relays as well. She was all-state and All-American in multiple events all four years before swimming at Michigan State.
Corbin DeJonge
Class of 2018
Won the state championship in the hurdles. Also was all-state in multiple individual and relay events for the Chix, leading them to a team state championship and multiple state runner-up finishes before running at Davenport.
Jordan Diekema
Class of 2007
For three years, nobody could beat Jordan Diekema in the backstroke. Diekema became the first swimmer in state history to claim three consecutive state titles in the 100-yard backstroke, a feat that has not been matched on the boys side. He was all-state in several other events and relays before swimming at Harvard and earning an NCAA cut.
Emma Drnek
Class of 2025
Was an all-state performer multiple times in cross country and track for the Chix. Led the Chix to a state runner-up finish in cross country as a senior. Will run at Michigan State next year.
Gavin Drenten
Class of 2025
Broke the school record for wrestling wins and earned all-state honors for the third time as a senior. Was named Holland Sentinel Wrestler of the Year as a senior.
Kenzie Fox
Class of 2015
With great vision, Kenzie Fox could do anything on the soccer field, even score on a free kick from near midfield in the state playoffs. She was all-state as a senior and Sentinel Player of the Year, one year after earning honorable mention plaudits. She went on to play at Grand Valley State, helping the Lakers win two NCAA national championships.
Josh Fusco
Class of 2019
Was a first-team all-state running back on the football team, leading the Chix to the state semifinals. Was also a standout baseball player and dabbled in basketball and track as well.
John Groendyk
Class of 2017
Always on the run, John Groendyk claimed the state championship in the 800 meters, leading the track and field team to the boys state championship as a senior and a sophomore. He was all-state in several events during his career and starred in cross country, too. He runs at Grand Valley where he has earned All-American honors.
Leah Gruppen
Class of 2004
Gruppen was one of the top softball pitchers in area history. She set numerous Zeeland High School records in the circle before the high school split and went on to star at Cornerstone University.
Carter Hinson
Class of 2021
In 2021, for the first time since 1977, a Zeeland wrestler claimed a state championship. Carter Hinson won the Division 2 state title at 160 pounds after a dominating career that saw him finish all-state multiple times.
Brad Horling
Class of 2011
Before making his mark as a defensive back at Grand Valley State, Brad Horling was a dominant running back at Zeeland East, claiming Sentinel Offensive Player of the Year honors as well as first-team all-state honors. He was also a dominant defensive back, making him one of the top two-way players in area history.
Tyler Keelean
Class of 2011
The top male diver in area history, Tyler Keelean won the Division 1 state championship in a D1 state record on the 1-meter board. He was conference and regional champion multiple times, earning multiple all-state honors. He went on to dive at Eastern Michigan.
Brooke Leonard
Class of 2014
While many softball pitchers dominate with speed, Brooke Leonard used her guile and arsenal of pitches to become one of the top softball players in area history. She earned all-state honors as a sophomore, junior and senior and was named Sentinel Softball Player of the Year three times before pitching at Cornerstone.
Allison Liske
Class of 2007
Ushering in the dominant era of throwing for Zeeland East, Allison Liske still holds the school record in the shot put and discus despite several other Chix claiming state championships. Liske was a state champion in the shot put and three times a runner-up in the shot put and discus to future Olympian Mary Angell. Also was all-conference in basketball before competing in track and field at the University of Michigan.
Meg Morehouse
Class of 2019
In a display of elite defense on both the basketball court and soccer field, Meg Morehouse became one of the top defensive two-sport athletes in area history. She earned all-state honors in basketball multiple times and is the Chix record holder for assists and steals. She was all-state in soccer as a senior defender, leading the Chix to their first regional final. Morehouse plays basketball at Hope College and helped the Flying Dutch to the 2022 NCAA championship.
Sara Nitz
Class of 2009
A three-sport athlete, Sara Nitz made her biggest mark with her leaping ability. She won the state championship in the high jump as a senior and was all-state multiple times. Also was an all-conference basketball and volleyball player. Went to Michigan for track and earned All-Big Ten honors in the high jump.
Suenomi Norinh
Class of 2019
One of the most versatile athletes in the history of the state of Michigan, Suenomi Norinh was named Miss Track and Field of Michigan as a senior when she won the state championship in the high jump, long jump and 100 hurdles, while finishing runner-up in 300 hurdles. She won the high jump as a junior as well and was all-state three years in track and field. Also played volleyball before running track at Missouri.
Jenna Plewes
Class of 2004
This all-state basketball player set the Zeeland High School scoring record before going on to break records at Cornerstone University and earn a spot in the Cornerstone Athletics Hall of Fame.
Sophie Riemersma
Class of 2018
One of the most dominant athletes in one sport, Sophie Riemersma was also dominant in multiple sports despite her volleyball focus. She was all-state in volleyball three times, including being named a Miss Volleyball of Michigan finalist as a senior. She was honorable mention all-state in basketball, scoring more than 1,000 points in her career and breaking the school record for rebounds. She also was all-state twice in the high jump before heading to Miami (Ohio) for volleyball.
Korey VanDussen
Class of 2009
Leading Zeeland East all the way to the state finals at the Breslin Center, Korey VanDussen was one of the top basketball players in area history. He was first-team all-state and led the Chix to unprecedented success. He went on to play at the NCAA Division I level at UNC-Greensboro.
Taylor Waterway
Class of 2019
Another dominant thrower for the Chix, Taylor Waterway won the state championship in the discus and earned all-state honors multiple years in track and field in the shot put and discus. Her best throw would have been all-state in the boys meet her junior and senior years. Also played volleyball before throwing at Indiana Wesleyan.
Paige Westra
Class of 2022
Making history, Paige Westra became the first female to earn first-team all-state honors in football in the state of Michigan. She was also all-state in soccer and track and field, concurrently in a stunning spring. She set the Chix season and career scoring record in soccer with 65 goals in just three years and was state runner-up in the shot put, earning all-state track and field honors for the fourth time. She will continue in track and field at Grand Valley State.
Contact sports editor Dan D’Addona at Dan.D’Addona@hollandsentinel.com. Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter @DanDAddona or Facebook @HollandSentinelSports.
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Teesside stories you might have missed this week
From a lost cache of photographs of a folklore festival to the A66 dualling plan being approved – here are some of the stories from Teesside you might have missed this week. Stray puppy recruited by police force Eight-week-old Jager was found running around the streets of Hartlepool before he was rescued [Durham Police] A […]
From a lost cache of photographs of a folklore festival to the A66 dualling plan being approved – here are some of the stories from Teesside you might have missed this week.
Stray puppy recruited by police force
A police force has gained a new four-legged recruit after it adopted a stray puppy.
Jager, an eight-week-old Belgian Malinois, was found running around the streets of Hartlepool last week before he was taken in by animal charity Stray Aid, Durham Police said.
After seeing the young pup’s potential, the organisation contacted the force’s Dog Support Unit to see if there was a job for him.
Hundreds of dead fish in lake after hot weather
Hundreds of fish have died in a park lake after a significant drop in oxygen levels due to increased water temperatures.
Residents spotted the fish floating on the surface of the lake at Locke Park, Redcar, Teesside.
The Environment Agency (EA) investigated and determined it had been caused by “natural factors”.
A66 dualling approved again after review delay
A plan to dual the A66 has been approved again, a year after the government put the scheme on hold.
The project to widen the road, which runs from Penrith to Scotch Corner, was approved by the previous Conservative government, but when Labour won the election last July it put the plan on hold to review a “black hole” in the public purse.
The Department for Transport (DfT) has now confirmed the work in a £92bn national package announced on Tuesday.
Water polo team ‘dreaming’ of winning top division
A men’s water polo team will be entering Division One and competing for a place in European competitions after four back to back promotions.
The Sedgefield Water Polo Club will represent their County Durham town and nearby Newton Aycliffe in the top flight of the British Water Polo League from September.
The men’s team was created in 2021 and started playing at the bottom of the pyramid in Division Five.
Photos showcase early days of folklore festival
A treasure trove of previously unseen photographs that showcase the early years of a folklore festival have been revealed.
The images capture the spectacle of the Billingham International Folklore Festival (BIFF) from 1968 to the early 1970s.
The shots were all taken by keen amateur photographer Walter Crinnion before his death in 1974.
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Southside grad to continue athletic career at NCWC – Washington Daily News
Southside grad to continue athletic career at NCWC Published 8:19 pm Sunday, July 13, 2025 1 of 4 Southside High School graduate I’Kiriyah Minor will continue her athletic career at NC Wesleyan, where she will run track. She expects to continue to participate in the 100-yard dash, long jump, triple jump and at least one […]
Southside grad to continue athletic career at NCWC
Published 8:19 pm Sunday, July 13, 2025
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Southside High School graduate I’Kiriyah Minor will continue her athletic career at NC Wesleyan, where she will run track. She expects to continue to participate in the 100-yard dash, long jump, triple jump and at least one relay team. (Jason O. Boyd | Washington Daily News)
Southside High School graduate I’Kiriyah Minor will continue her athletic career at NC Wesleyan, where she will run track. She expects to continue to participate in the 100-yard dash, long jump, triple jump and at least one relay team. (Jason O. Boyd | Washington Daily News)
Southside High School graduate I’Kiriyah Minor was joined by her coaches and family members to announce her college intentions earlier this week. (Jason O. Boyd | Washington Daily News)
Southside High School graduate I’Kiriyah Minor was joined by her coaches and family members to announce her college intentions earlier this week. (Jason O. Boyd | Washington Daily News)
CHOCOWINITY, N.C. — If you ever watched I’Kiriyah Minor play sports at Southside High School, you probably got the feeling she could excel at any game she played.
During the fall, she was one of the standouts on the volleyball team. In the winter, she led the girls’ basketball team in several categories. In the spring, she made it to the Class 1-A state track and field championships after success in several competitions.
It’s track that has Minor’s attention and is the sport she will continue to play in college. She announced her intention on Monday to run for the track and field team at NC Wesleyan.
“At first, I was like, I was struggling really bad because I didn’t know if I was going to go to college or not,” said Minor, who considered putting sports aside and going to Pitt Community College. “So at first, I was going to go to Pitt if I didn’t get any scholarships. So I applied.
“I ended up getting help with a coach. And he told me to apply to his school because he got it when he saw me at track season. So I applied and like a week later, I got an email. And that day I got the email, I was like so excited.”
She intends to pursue a criminal justice degree at NCWC.
“I was so excited. Like I couldn’t think about anything else but that. I’m glad they gave me the opportunity to be in track.”
While she hasn’t made an official visit, she said she’s familiar with the campus and the college life she’ll be getting into now that she’s graduated from Southside.
“I’m currently in a group chat with all the coaches and some people that’s going to be running track with me,” Minor said. “I ended up making friends with some people on the track team.”
She’s taken some time off but will get back into the swing of things now that her college future is decided. And she’s excited to get that part of her life off and rolling.
“For track, it’s like it’s easier to meet your accomplishments,” Minor said. “And for one, it’s like an individual sport. So you get to focus more on yourself rather than just a whole team.
“I can’t wait, though. I’m really eager. But I know there’s going to be some competition because our school is not so big. But once you get to a college level, you’re going to have competition.
But that makes me even more excited because instead of just going to a college and there are no people to compete against, I’m just glad there’s going to be more athletic and talented people that I can compete against.”
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Emily Ausmus Hat Trick Leads U.S. Women Past Netherlands
World Championships: Emily Ausmus Hat Trick Leads U.S. Women Past Netherlands Emily Ausmus scored a hat trick Sunday as the United States took control of Group B with an 11-9 win over the Netherlands. The U.S. led most of the way. Goals by Ausmus and Jovana Sekulic gave the U.S. a 9-5 lead late in […]
World Championships: Emily Ausmus Hat Trick Leads U.S. Women Past Netherlands
Emily Ausmus scored a hat trick Sunday as the United States took control of Group B with an 11-9 win over the Netherlands.
The U.S. led most of the way. Goals by Ausmus and Jovana Sekulic gave the U.S. a 9-5 lead late in the third quarter. When Simone van der Kraats got the Dutch within 10-8 with 6:43 left, Emma Lineback had a ready answer. Amanda Longan backed the effort with eight saves.
Lineback scored on both of her shots. Ryann Neushul added two goals.
Lieke Rogge led Netherlands with three goals. Van de Kraats scored twice, but the U.S. limited her to 2-for-8 shooting. The U.S. has six points to lead Group B, with bottom-of-the-group Argentina next in the opening round.
China got its first win with a 29-9 decision over Argentina. Sanfeng Nong led the way with four goals and five assists. Yixin Shao shot 4-for-4 and added three assists, and Shang Zhou also scored four times.
Elsewhere on the third day at the OCBC Aquatic Centre and second day of women’s play, Australia pulled out a 19-15 slugfest over Italy. Alice Williams orchestrated the onslaught with four goals and five assists. Abby Andrews added five and two, and Charlize Andrews and Tilly Kearns each tallied hat tricks.
Chiara Ranalli led Italy with six goals, as the Italians fall to third in Group A.
Hungary turned up its offense with a 33-13 win over Japan, converting its 42 shots at a 79 percent rate. Vanda Valyi couldn’t miss, shooting 6-for-6 with three assists. Kata Hajdu scored seven goals and two assists, Natasa Rybanska was a perfect 5-for-5 shooting and Rita Keszthelyi tossed in five goals and five assists.
Greece also hit 30 goals in a 31-7 thumping of Croatia. Stefania Santa lit it up with five goals and six assists, while Foteini Tricha had five and three. Vasiliki Plevritou shot 4-for-4.
Cassidy Bell made eight saves as Great Britain shut down South Africa, 12-3. Lily Turner scored four goals. Toula Falvey and Harriet Dickens contributed hat tricks.
Mariona Terre and Martina Terre combined for eight saves as Spain limited France to one goal after halftime in a 23-6 romp. Anni Espar (two goals) and Bea Ortiz (one goal) dished four assists each. Elena Ruiz scored four times.
Morgan McDowell scored eight goals on 11 shots as New Zealand navigated past Singapore, 22-7.
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Arkell Smith 2025
Arkell Smith’s rise in the Canadian Football League is turning heads. Fans and sports followers want to know more about his journey, money matters, and personal life. In this article, you will know Arkell Smith’s net worth, career earnings, career overview, stats, relationship, and more. Get the full scoop on his background, achievements, and what […]
Arkell Smith’s rise in the Canadian Football League is turning heads. Fans and sports followers want to know more about his journey, money matters, and personal life.
In this article, you will know Arkell Smith’s net worth, career earnings, career overview, stats, relationship, and more. Get the full scoop on his background, achievements, and what makes him stand out on and off the field.
Arkell Smith’s Biography
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Arkell Smith |
| Date of Birth | October 25, 1999 |
| Age | 25 |
| Education | Central Missouri |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6’1″ (185 cm) |
| Weight | 194 lbs (88 kg) |
| Turned Pro | 2024 |
| Net Worth | $100,000 |
| Salary/Career Earnings | $140,000 (2024-2025, estimated) |
| Instagram Profile | N/A |
| Twitter Profile | @Arkellsmith06 |
Early Career
Arkell Smith grew up in Carthage, Missouri, where he made a name for himself as a standout athlete at Carthage High School. He excelled as a two-time All-State wide receiver, collecting over 1,400 receiving yards and 18 touchdowns during his high school career.
Smith’s athleticism wasn’t limited to football; he also earned varsity letters in basketball and track, even being named the Male Track Athlete of the Year by the Joplin Globe. His high school achievements helped him secure a spot at the University of Central Missouri, where he continued to shine on the field.
At Central Missouri, Smith became a record-setting wide receiver for the Mules. He set school records with 196 receptions and 34 receiving touchdowns, finishing second all-time in receiving yards with 2,816.
His college career was marked by consistent performance, highlighted by an All-MIAA First Team selection and an Associated Press Division II All-American honor. Smith’s determination and drive at every level set the foundation for his professional journey.
Professional Career
Smith’s professional career began when he signed with the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League in April 2024. After starting on the practice roster, he made his CFL debut in June 2024 against the Toronto Argonauts.
Smith quickly made an impact, recording his first professional touchdown just a few games into his rookie season. His speed and reliable hands helped him earn more playing time, and he became a regular contributor on both offense and special teams.
Smith played 5 games, making 13 catches for 148 yards and scoring 1 touchdown. He also contributed as a kick returner, showing versatility and athleticism. The 2025 season saw him continue to develop, with 9 catches for 132 yards through the first four games and significant yardage as a return specialist.
Smith’s work ethic and positive attitude have made him a favorite among teammates and coaches, and his career trajectory points to even greater achievements ahead.
Arkell Smith’s Net Worth Details
As of 2025, Arkell Smith’s estimated net worth stands at around $100,000. His earnings come mainly from his CFL contracts and team salary.
Contract
Smith signed with the Edmonton Elks in April 2024. As a rookie, his contract aligns with the CFL minimum salary, which is $70,000 per year. Rookie contracts in the league are typically straightforward, with limited bonuses or incentives for first-year players.
Smith’s contract reflects his status as a developing talent, and future deals could see increases as he proves himself on the field.
Salary
Smith’s salary for both the 2024 and 2025 seasons is estimated at $70,000 per year. This figure matches the league minimum for American players and is standard for rookies and young players in the CFL. His total salary over two seasons is about $140,000, not including any potential bonuses or incentives.
Career Earnings
| Year | Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $70,000 |
| 2025 | $70,000 |
Career Stats
| Year | Team | GP | Targets | Receptions | Yards | YAC | TD | Avg | Long | Kick Returns | KR Yards | KR Avg | KR Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Edmonton Elks | 5 | 18 | 13 | 148 | 89 | 1 | 11.4 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Edmonton Elks | 4 | 11 | 9 | 132 | 63 | 0 | 14.7 | 50 | 16 | 372 | 23.2 | 64 |
| Total | 9 | 29 | 22 | 280 | 152 | 1 | 12.7 | 50 | 16 | 372 | 23.2 | 64 |
FAQs
1. Who is Arkell Smith and what is his background?
Arkell Smith is an American football wide receiver born on October 25, 1999, in Carthage, Missouri. He played college football at the University of Central Missouri, where he became the all-time leader in receptions and receiving touchdowns for the Mules. Smith currently plays professionally for the Edmonton Elks in the Canadian Football League.
2. What are Smith’s major achievements in his football career?
Smith set multiple records at Central Missouri, including 196 catches, 2,816 receiving yards, and 34 touchdowns. He earned All-MIAA First Team and Associated Press Division II All-American honors during his senior season, highlighting his impact on the field.
3. How did Arkell Smith perform in high school sports?
Smith attended Carthage High School, where he excelled as a two-time All-State wide receiver, collecting over 1,400 career receiving yards and 18 touchdowns. He also earned varsity letters in basketball and track, and was named Male Track Athlete of the Year by the Joplin Globe.
4. When did Smith score his first professional touchdown?
Smith scored his first professional touchdown for the Edmonton Elks on July 14, 2024, during a game against the Ottawa Redblacks. He caught a 10-yard pass for the score, marking a significant milestone early in his CFL career.
5. What is known about Smith’s personal life and education?
Smith was raised by his parents, David and Anna Pillar. He completed his college education at the University of Central Missouri, where he also earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Public Relations and Image Management.
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