The Irish are made up of just two men this season, and the leader is senior Hansi Hudson.

KINGS, QUEENS STRUGGLE WITH PV

FULTON, Ill. – It certainly wasn't the best weather to play softball in.

Central DeWitt athletic director had one things to say on Wednesday afternoon, and it summed up the feelings of the day.

Prince of Peace senior Patrick Mulholland joined a slew of other local athletes in making his next step in his athletic career, signing a letter of intent to join the Wartburg Knights on the football field next year. 

CLINTON — Following a tough three-game road trip to start the season, the River Queens were ready to play on their home turf.

FULTON, Ill. – The 73rd Annual Craig Faulkner Relays may not be traditional compared to a regular track meet, but it still provides great local competition for the beginning of the outdoor season.

CLINTON – The River Kings added another teachable moment Monday night to a season that is expected to be filled with growing pains.

CLINTON— The Clinton LumberKings welcomed the Quad Cities River Bandits to town Monday night. After exchanging leads three times and heading to extra innings, the LumberKings found themselves in the loss column 6-5.

CLINTON - Freshman Brody Manemann battled in an overtime win on Tuesday afternoon in windy conditions to give the River Kings a win on the tennis courts in their first meet of the year against Bettendorf. The Kings' ultimately fell 1-8, but saw some highlights.

On the first day of competition for girls soccer in Iowa, the River Queens had a tough local opponent in Central DeWitt. Not to mention it was a bitterly cold night with heavy wind coming from what seemed like all directions. 

CLINTON — The Iowa State Women’s Bowling Tournament continued this weekend, officially reaching the halfway point in the multi-week championship. 

CLINTON — The River Cities Tennis and Pickleball Association hosted yet another successful pickleball tournament on Sunday, aiding the growing sport and getting some athletes active despite brisk temperatures.

BLOOMINGTON — The Fulton Steamers came back with two champions and a lot to look forward to after a weekend at the Illinois TopTimes meet at Illinois Wesleyan in Bloomington.

The Fulton girls definitely have momentum heading into this track season after performances last year, and it’s already paying off for them.

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – One last time, Megan Gandrup found a 3-point spark in a River Queens jersey.

It’s track season. Well, kind of.

Prince of Peace coach Gerry Murphy has been waiting a long time to coach at Wells Fargo Arena, and finally got to do it this year. The run has earned him the 2019 Clinton Herald Coach of the Year recognition.

CLINTON — With the weather gradually shifting from tumultuous snow storms to steady rain, spring athletic programs around the area have quietly commenced preparations for the upcoming season.

CLINTON – The River Kings have taken another hit.

After going 2-for-2 on runner-up finishes at the 2019 State Bowling Tournament, Camanche head coach Jay Garvey received even more: the Class 2A Coach of the Year.

ALL-AREA WRESTLING 2019

With the high school wrestling season now in the rearview for two weeks, the Clinton Herald examined some of the area's best moments on the mat this season.

FULTON -- The Unity Christian basketball teams received some post season basketball honors after wrapping up Northern Illinois Christian Conference play in February.

In yesterday's Clinton Herald (Feb. 28), assistant sports editor Nate Head took a magnifying glass to the three teams on Prince of Peace's side of the Class 1A state tournament, which tips off Monday in Des Moines.

CLINTON–Sadie Zaruba was named the Tri-Rivers Conference Player of the Year while a slew of athletes received honors when they conference released it's postseason list over the weekend.

MUSCATINE--The Camanche boys' phenomenal season came to an end Saturday after Iowa City Regina proved too much to handle from the three-point line.

MAQUOKETA — The Central DeWitt boys basketball team was not expected to win Thursday night’s Class 3A Substate semifinal.

The River Valley Conference and Class 4A division have released its all-conference teams – and the Gateway area is well-represented.

It is do-or-die time for the Clinton girls basketball team, who face their first sub-state opponent on Wednesday when they welcome Maquoketa to Yourd Gymnasium.

CLINTON – After contributing to a team state berth as a freshman three years ago, Kyle Guilliams thought he would have made a return trip to Des Moines by now.

More ice and more cold offered another slew of cancellations on top of an already tumultuous 2019.

It's been a high school career of ups and downs for Camanche senior grappler Baylor Crigger, but he's hoping to end it on a high note.

CAMANCHE--The Indian family caught a break in our winter weather and were able to spend a cozy Saturday reminiscing and honoring the Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2019 as they were inducted at Gil's Ballroom.

Prince of Peace senior Patrick Mulholland is a phenomenal basketball player. You've seen him shoot, but have you seen his defense?

FULTON, Ill. -- The Unity Christian Knights used some long shots to make a rally late in the game, but didn't have quite enough and fell 76-71 to Faith Christian Academy on Monday night at home.

It’s hard to tell that Camanche junior Tarah Wehde hadn’t played competitive basketball for two years before this season started.

Camanche senior Eric Campie is definitely not the loudest in the room. He’s never going to be overcome with emotion. He’s not your celebratory type.

CLINTON--Baker games proved crucial in a home bowling match for Clinton on Saturday, and both the River Kings and Queens performed in order to roll to a sweep of North Scott at the Plaza Bowl.

T’was the night before Christmas and what do we see

CAMANCHE--The Central DeWitt Sabers picked up two wins on Thursday night, battling with tough Fulton and Camanche teams in a double dual at Camanche High School.

CLINTON—It was a big matchup for the Prince of Peace Irish boys team Friday night, and they knew it.

CLINTON — There’s been a lot of preparation and planning over the last few months at both the Plaza Bowl and Imperial Lanes, and it’s going to continue until March.

CAMANCHE—Madi Parson’s 18 points and assists from the block helped lead the Camanche Indians to a 45-45 victory over Northeast on Tuesday night.

FULTON, Ill.--There was nothing but smiles Friday morning at Fulton High School as senior Chloe Lindeman chose the University of Wisconsin hat from the table in front of her and shed her blue hoodie to sport a Wisconsin Badgers t-shirt. 

The Camanche Indians made history this cross country season, qualifying their first boys team for the Iowa High School State Cross Country Meet.

Did you know there are 17 sophomores on the varsity roster for the Fulton Steamers?

MT. CARROLL, Ill. — West Carroll gets to play their first two regional games in their home gym, and they started off strong with a sweep of Morrison on Monday night.

It was a crisp fall day that a lot of student-athletes won't forget as some made history, some broke records, some proved themselves and some fell short.