IHSA Recognizes Military Veteran Officials

As the United States honors its military veterans today, Wednesday, November 11, 2015, the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced two new initiatives, aimed at recognizing and giving back to military veterans who also serve as IHSA Officials. The first is a new patch for officials who are U. S.

Mixed Martial Arts Extreme Challenge 232

Wild Rose Casino & Resort announces MMA Extreme Challenge 232 to perform in the Oakwood Grand Ballroom on Saturday, May 30, 2015.  Extreme Challenge 232 will start at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30.  General admission tickets are $30 in advance or $35 on the day of the event;

Table Tennis Finishes a Succesful Year

The Morrison Table Tennis League began its season Monday, January 5, 2015, and completed league play Monday, March 16. The Morrison Table Tennis League competed in a double elimination tournament on Monday, March 23, at Southside School, Morrison, IL. Trophies were awarded to Doug Litwiller, first place; Tim VanZuiden, second

Cheerleader Camp for Boys and Girls

If you have girls or boys that are in preschool through 8th grade, join us at the Friday, February 6, 2015, game against Sherrard, IL, and cheer on the Mustangs.  The Fresh/Soph game starts at 6:00 p.m. High School Cheerleaders will hold two practices.  Students will learn a floor cheer and

Morrison Pons Qualify for State

Jean Kull submitted this information and the photographs. During the Illinois Drill Team Association (IDTA) dance competition on Saturday, January 17, 2015, Morrison High School Pons Squad was awarded the coveted Team Spirit Award while competing at Bureau Valley High School, Manlius, IL.  Other schools in attendance voted for this recognition

Scholastic Bowl Earns Three Wins

On Monday, January 12, 2015, the Morrison Scholastic Bowl team was matched against Erie, Prophetstown, and Fulton, IL, and ended the evening with three dominating match victories.

IHSA By-Law Amendment Results

Illinois High School Association (IHSA) member schools approved three amendment proposals and rejected three others, in the annual referendum that ended Tuesday, December 30, 2014.  Online ballots were tabulated and certified in the IHSA Office Tuesday, January 6, 2015.  All by-law changes take effect on Wednesday, July 1. A total

2014 IHSA Membership Proposals Released

In Brief: 16 proposals submitted by member schools IHSA Legislative Process: 1) Proposals will be reviewed by Legislative Commission on November 3. Commission provides feedback, helps get answers to any questions that may exist on proposal prior to Town Meetings (a submitting school can amend a proposal before town meetings

Morrison Completes Concussion Course Early

The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors at the IHSA office in Bloomington, IL, on Monday, August 25, 2014, and voted to set deadlines for coaches and administrators to complete the IHSA Concussion Education Course.  This training became mandatory as a part of a new State law earlier

Morrison Youth Baseball/Softball Opening Day

Secretary Trent Bush submitted this report. Morrison Youth Baseball and Softball (MYBS) held its Opening Day Celebration on Friday, May 9, 2014, at the Morrison Sports Complex.  We had great weather and a big turnout of players, family, and friends who enjoyed the ceremony.  MYBS would like to thank the

Sign Up Youth for Rec T-Ball

The City of Morrison offers boys and girls ages four through seven the opportunity to play in a Saturday morning T-ball League.  The season runs from June 14 through July 26, 2014, with games held at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. at the Morrison Sports Complex.  Practices will be arranged during

Table Tennis Tournament

Southside School, 100 Academic Drive, Morrison, IL, hosts the final Morrison Table Tennis League play.  Morrison Table Tennis League will celebrate its 25 year anniversary with a double elimination tournament on Monday, April, 11, 2014.  Play runs from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Thanks from the Athletic Boosters

During each home football and boys’ basketball game, the Morrison Athletic Boosters coordinate a 50/50 raffle.  This school year we have raised almost $2000 through this fundraising event.  The success of this event is only possible through the support of our area merchants who contribute prizes.

Annual B-rrry Scurry Run on Saturday, February 1

Clinton Community College should receive the award for “Best Named Winter Race:”   It already claims to be “one of the best little races in the Midwest!” This is due to an exciting  race day atmosphere; a flat and fast route; chip timing and instant results; a legendary post-race party. CCC

Pool at Whiteside County Senior Center

Come to the Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. 9th Street, Sterling, IL, to play pool anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., unless the Big Room is in use.  It is free.  Playing pool and having a great time, left-to-right, are Carroll Whitlock, Paul Hocking, Bob Madden, and Louis