Morrison Grapplers Begin Season November 30

Head Wrestling Coach Tom Drosopoulos submitted these Varsity results from Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Morrison, IL. Photographed left-to-right are, front row, Karder White, Camden Pruis, Zach Milder, Donny Reavy, and Warren Riffle.  In back are Coach Tom Drosopoulos, Logan Baker, Cameron McDonnell, Nate Schaefer, Kayden White, Aiden Dolieslager, and

Fillies Capture Thanksgiving Tourney

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this article and took the team photograph. Starting a season undefeated and becoming a Tourney champion can only add excitement to a High School sports program.  That is exactly what the Morrison Fillies did last week, on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Making the trek to

NICTC Receives Volley for the Cure Donation

In late October 2021, Northern Illinois Cancer Treatment Center (NICTC), located at 327 IL-2, Dixon, IL, recently received a very generous donation of $641 from the Dixon High School Duchesses Volleyball team and Coach Bunyan Cocar.  “Thank you for your donation!” The presentation took place during their annual “Volley for

Panthers Advanced Over Steamers on November 13

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and took the photos. The Fulton Steamers entered the November 13 Class 1 State Quarterfinal game against the Lena-Winslow Panthers, knowing their key task was to extinguish the threat of halfback Marey Roby.  Roby quickly showed his talents as he sprinted 71 yards

Panthers Top Mustangs to End Season

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report. The Morrison Mustang 2021 Football season came to an end at Erie, IL, on Friday, October 22, 2021, at the hands of the State-qualifier Erie-Prophetstown Panthers, by a score of 25-6.  First year Coach Steve Snider led the Mustangs to a 2-6 record. 

Mustang Offense Awakens Against Rams October 15

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and submitted the pictures. The Morrison Mustangs earned their second victory of the aging season, by showing an offense that has been limited by injuries.  Alex Anderson returned to full speed and led all rushers, with 112 yards.  Carson Strating remained the steady

Mustangs Struggle at Orion October 8

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and submitted the photographs. On Friday night, October 8, 2021, the Morrison Mustangs’ offense struggled to ignite consistently, plus they turned over the ball five times.  The Orion Chargers took advantage of these miscues and sent the Mustang home with a shutout loss

Mustangs Run in Panther Invitational Meet

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted the report and photograph. The annual Panther Invitational Cross Country meet was held at the Erie[, IL,] Country Club, on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.  The event drew a large number of runners to compete from 13 schools. Challand topped the Middle School runners, with Ian

Rockets Spoil Mustang Homecoming

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote this report and submitted the photos. The 2021 Homecoming opponent of the Mustangs came to Morrison, IL, will a question mark on their backs, due to the fact that they have scored 48 points in a recent game but lost.  What challenges did they bring

Coach Snider’s First Win Against Sherrard

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photos. Any football game that puts a W in the record book is a good game.  The game Friday evening, September 24, 2021, at Sherrard, IL, was extra special, because it was the first win for new Head Coach Steve

September 17 Red Devils Top Mustangs

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey submitted this report and photos. Sporting events are determined by a final score, but the numbers included in the stats often tell the story of the contest.  That was the situation when the Morrison Mustangs visited the Spring Valley Hall Red Devils, on Friday evening, September

September 15 Triangular Meet at Baker Park

Morrison High School Golf Team attended a Triangular Meet at Baker Park in Kewanee, IL, on Wednesday, September 15, 2021.  The results follow. Sterling Newman Comets:  164–Kyle Wolf (40), Jacob David (41), Logan Palmer (41), and Carson Palmer (42) Kewanee Boilermakers:  179–Lucas Ensley (42), Chaz Reed (43), Emmitt Brokaw (47),

September 14 Golf Triangular Meet Results

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and submitted a team photo. The Morrison Mustang Golf team hosted two teams of Tigers, on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Deer Valley Golf Course. The triangular meet included the Sherrard Tigers and the Princeton Tigers with both visitors topping the host Mustangs.

Injury Halts Mustangs on September 10

Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey wrote the report and took the photographs.  Marie Popkin submitted the team statistics. The evening at E. M. Bud Cole Field held all of the features of hope for the Morrison Mustangs, to generate some offense that had been lacking in games one and two.  The

September 11 Junior Tackle Teams Played Well

Editor’s note:  This Facebook commentary was posted on Morrison Junior Tackle page, describing the Saturday, September 11, 2021, game at Morrison Sports Complex.  Photos were taken by thecity1.com Assistant Editor,  Jerry Lindsey. Another great battle today for the Jr. Mustangs as they faced off against the Erie/Prophetstown Panthers.  The 7th/8th