
The volleyball courts of the Little Hawkeye Conference witnessed a season of relentless competition, with Oskaloosa High School emerging as a force to be reckoned with. The announcement of the all-conference teams affirmed Oskaloosa’s stance, spotlighting players whose skillful plays and tenacity resonated throughout the season. First Team honors were bestowed upon Kadance Ahn, Oskaloosa’s […]

An Oskaloosa Community School District Press Release OSKALOOSA, IOWA — On October 14, the Oskaloosa High School Marching Band achieved a remarkable milestone by securing its 50th consecutive Division I (superior) rating at the Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA) State Marching Band Festival. The competition took place at Pella High School, with OHS competing […]

In a showcase of perseverance and tactical prowess, the Cornell College women’s volleyball team emerged victorious over Grinnell in a gripping four-set match at the Darby Gym on November 1st, 2023. The win marked a pivotal moment in their season, pushing their record to an impressive 19-6 overall and solidifying their conference lead at 7-0. […]
Nov 2 2023 | Posted in
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Des Moines–The Statesmen women’s volleyball team closed out its regular season on a sour note as it fell 3-2 to Grand View in Heart of America Athletic Conference play Tuesday. William Penn (16-16, 10-8 Heart) lost by scores of 24-26, 25-15, 17-25, 12-25 in a match where it was outhit .181-.111. The loss drops the […]
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PELLA—Central College men’s basketball center Josh Van Gorp (senior, Pella) has received preseason all-America honors from D3hoops.com. The D3hoops.com preseason list included five teams and tabbed Van Gorp for the fifth team. Van Gorp, a 6-foot-10 post, was the first player in program history to receive National Association of Basketball Coaches All-America distinction last spring. […]
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In the electrifying ambiance of Xtream Arena, the Dike-New Hartford Wolverines continued their indomitable march through the Class 2A state volleyball quarterfinals, overpowering the Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Rockets in a straight-set victory that underscored their reputation on the court. From the onset, the Wolverines established a rhythm that was both relentless and precise. The Rockets, while spirited […]

Oskaloosa–To show its appreciation for those serving our community, William Penn University is hosting the Hometown Heroes Game next Saturday, November 4. At the Statesmen football game against Grand View (1 p.m. kickoff) at Statesmen Community Stadium, members of Mahaska Health, Oskaloosa Police Department, Mahaska County Sheriff’s Department, Mahaska County Emergency Management Agency, and Oskaloosa […]
Oct 30 2023 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa–Harlan Plumber (Sr., Bryan, Texas, Exercise Science) was a nuisance to the opposing offense last Saturday and his efforts earned him Heart of America Athletic Conference Big Game Football Defensive Player of the Week honors Monday. Plumber earned his second career laurel (both this year) after leading William Penn to a 37-16 win over Culver-Stockton […]
Oct 30 2023 | Posted in
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Oskaloosa–Men’s soccer player Miguel Menendez (Fr., Oveido, Spain, Wellness and Recreation) and women’s shotgun sports athlete Raylee Bishop (Jr., Ankeny, Iowa, Engineering) have been named the Statesmen of the Week for the week of October 23-29, presented by Gardner-Collier Jewelry. Menendez opened his week with the game-winning goal against Grand View in William Penn’s 2-0 […]
Oct 30 2023 | Posted in
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Ottumwa, IA – Facing a 2-1 deficit heading into the fourth set, No. 18 Indian Hills Volleyball battled back to knock off visiting Des Moines Area Community College 3-2 at the Hellyer Center on Monday night. The Warriors close out the regular season with a 26-10 overall record. The Warriors rallied with an impressive stretch […]
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