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Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sioux Falls Softball falls to Wayne State on Senior Day
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (USF) – The Cougars (21-25, 9-15 NSIC) closed out their 2025 home slate on Senior Day at Sanford Diamonds, celebrating the careers of three key players while battling through a hard-fought doubleheader against Wayne State. Despite strong performances at the plate and in the circle, USF dropped both contests, 6-4 in Game One and 3-2 in Game Two. USF nearly completed a comeback after trailing by four, tying the game 4-4 in the fourth inning. However, a solo home run and a walk-driven run in the fifth and sixth sealed the win for the Wildcats. Key Performers: : 2-for-2, RBI, 2 walks : 1-for-2, 2 walks, run scored, SB : 1-for-3, run scored, RBI : 1-for-4, double, run scored (L, 6-9): 7.0 IP, 10 H, 5 ER, 5 K The Cougars' three-run third inning featured RBI knocks from Knudtson and McKinney, and a clutch at-bat by Isaacson to load the bases. McKinney and Naumann each extended rallies late, but Sioux Falls couldn't push across the tying run. On an emotional Senior Day finale, USF's rally in the fifth inning cut the deficit to one, but a 13-strikeout performance from Wayne State's pitching staff held the Cougars just short in a 3-2 loss. Key Performers: : 1-for-3, HR, run scored, RBI : 2-for-3, triple, walk (L, 0-4): 7.0 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 0 BB, 6 K Darnell's fifth-inning homer brought USF within one, and Knudtson later tripled with two outs in the seventh to spark another late push. The Cougars out-hit the Wildcats 8-5 and committed no errors defensively in the tight loss. Strickland tossed a six-strikeout game for season high with no walks. USF honored its graduating student-athletes before the home finale, recognizing their commitment, leadership, and contributions to the Cougar softball program. USF Softball recognized Alannah Naumann, Taryn Wagner and Amber McKinney before today's second game.'I couldn't be more proud of Alannah, Taryn and Amber,' said Interim Head Coach Madie Brink. 'They've faced many challenges during their time here—injuries, adversity, and uncertainty—and through it all, they showed incredible resilience. Their ability to lead, to lift their teammates, and to represent USF Softball with heart and integrity has left a lasting mark on this program. Their legacy is one of toughness, character, and commitment, and I'm so thankful for everything they've poured into our team.' The Cougars (21-25, 9-15 NSIC) wrap up the regular season with road games next weekend at Concordia-St. Paul and Winona State. USF will take on CSP Saturday at 1pm and 3pm followed by a twin bill at Winona State on Sunday beginning at 1pm. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Yahoo
Story of man who robbed Appleton bank to avoid homelessness highlights importance of seeking help
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – Organizations in the Fox Cities remind the public that there are resources in our community that can help people in desperate situations. This reminder comes after a sentencing hearing for a man who admitted to robbing a bank after losing his job because he felt that going to jail was a better outcome than homelessness. 'I would just like to apologize for what I did, I'm sorry that I had to involve other people and that I didn't seek help or advice to do something more proper,' Martin Schiedermayer said in court Thursday afternoon before a judge sentenced him to five years in prison followed by seven years of extended supervision. The judge and the prosecutor both expressed sympathy for Schiedermayer's situation, but didn't excuse his decision to rob the bank and put others in danger. Appleton International Airport unveils completion of new concourse expansion ahead of NFL Draft Over at the Salvation Army of the Fox Cities, development director Kristal Knudtson said it's heartbreaking to see situations like this happen when there are so many resources in the Fox Cities. Schiedermayer had told police that he had lost his job and was having trouble applying for unemployment aid. Job placement and getting clients unemployment aid are things that the Salvation Army case managers frequently help their clients with. They also do educational programs for incarcerated individuals to help them get jobs once they are out of jail. 'What you can feel good about is that there are neighbors in your community that want to put hope in your hopelessness,' said Knudtson. 'We're here to help. Asking for help isn't weakness, it's courage.' Longtime member of Blue Man Group and Oshkosh North alum honored in ceremony She said the Salvation Army of the Fox Cities also helps people with food insecurity and can connect people with resources to help them find housing options. 'We want people to know that going to jail, it's a quick fix, not a solution,' Knudtson said. 'If we can get with individuals who are looking for help, this early help can avoid desperate situations like this story.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
