2009 Area Golf Preview Capsules

Here are the area prep golf capsules we have so far...we'll add more as we get them.

Boys Golf
Napoleon
HEAD COACH:  Gregg Merrill (9th year)
2008 RECORD: 3rd Greater Buckeye Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Brandon Lambert, so.,  79; Colton Barnes, jr., 81; Jordan Miller, sr., 84; Ryan Johnson, sr.,  85.
TOP PROSPECTS: Zach Hoops, fr.; Andrew Taylor, so.; Chad Cramer, jr.
NOTABLE: Napoleon hopes to be competitive in the Greater Buckeye Conference with four returning letterman and a lot of depth behind them.

Elida
HEAD COACH: Denny Thompson (264-132 career record)
2008 RECORD: 5-9 overall/ 5th Western Buckeye League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Andrew Bowman, sr., 46.
TOP PROSPECTS: Jacob Cutlip, sr., 49; Jacob McPheeron, sr.; Nick Fraley, jr.; Ian Haidle, fr.; Aric Thompson, fr.; Mike Lawler, fr.
NOTABLE: With only one returning letterwinner, it will be a learning year for the Elida Bulldogs. Coach Denny Thompson hopes for improvement as the season progresses.

Old Fort
HEAD COACH: Matt Combs (3rd year, 79-106)
2008 RECORD: 7-11 overall/6th Midland Athletic League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Scott West, sr., Roman Ream, jr., Austin Frankart, jr., Sean McNamara, jr., Matt Ream, soph., Luke Edgar, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Matt Huber, fr.
NOTABLE: Old Fort has a young team and will have to work on building a strong foundation for the years to come.

Sandusky
HEAD COACH: Justin King (1st year).
2008 RECORD: 0-4/5th in Greater Buckeye Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Trey Keegan, jr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Jay Palmer, jr.; Clayton Buchanan, soph.; Joseph Vincent, jr.; Tyler Waddington, jr.; Taylor Wolf, soph.
NOTABLE: This new coach will be turning this small team around and putting them back on the competitive track.

Fremont Ross
HEAD COACH: Nick Rider (2nd year, 11-1).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 11-1/2nd in Greater Buckeye Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Brandon Hoezler, soph., 38.0 average; Ian Mowry, soph., 41.0; Clay Schwartz, soph., 38.0; Alex Chudzinski, jr., 39.0; Dexter Foos, sr., 45.0.
TOP PROSPECTS: Garrett Steinke, sr.
NOTABLE: With four solid young returning players all with averages ranging from 38 to 41, the Little Giants should field a strong team again. Hoezle is a returning Division I district qualifier and should be one of the golfers to beat in the GBC this season.

Tiffin Calvert
HEAD COACH: Scott Brickner (13th year, 114-92).
2008 RECORD: 10-8/3rd in Midland Athletic League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Greg Phillips, sr., 41.9 average; Tony Klepper, sr., 42.5; Collin Debarbrie, sr., 49.6; Cody Behm, soph., 48.3; Heather Steiner, jr., 50.7.
TOP PROSPECTS: Nick Huffman, jr.,; Ian Maiberger, soph.; Andrew Rombach, soph.; Jeremy Hanna, fr.
OTHERS: Haley Steiner, soph.; Christian Miller, soph.; Jacob Vela, soph.; Ryan Huss, soph.; Nick Bennett, soph.; Johnny Hays, fr.; Austin Schultz, fr.
NOTABLE: Klepper is the defending MAL medalist and returning MAL co-player of the year. If he wins the league again this season he’ll be just the fifth player in league history to win multiple individual crowns.

Napoleon
HEAD COACH: Gregg Merrill
2008 CONFERENCE FINISH: 3rd in Greater Buckeye Conference.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Brandon Lambert, soph., 79.0 average; Colton Barnes, jr., 80.0; Jordan Miller, sr., 84.0; Ryan Johnson, sr., 86.0.
TOP PROSPECTS: Andrew Taylor, soph.; Chad Cramer, jr.; Zach Hoops, fr.; Alex Altman, jr.
NOTABLE: The Wildcats have a strong junior class as the team’s backbone and they hope to challenge Findlay and Fremont Ross for the GBC title this season.

Findlay
HEAD COACH: Scott Grant (4th year)
2008 CONFERENCE FINISH: Greater Buckeye Conference champs.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: C.J. Rogers, sr.; Curtis Eckert, sr.; Michael Popovec, jr.; Sam Malloy, jr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Eli Stacy, fr.; Sam Adams, sr.; Michael Anderson, sr.; Alex Fenimore, jr.; Kenta Okada, jr.; Nick Woolley, jr.; Michael Rowe, jr.; Michael Leonard, jr.; Danny Todd, soph.; Ty Tweed, soph.; Ryan Salucci, soph.; Alex Woolley, fr.; Mason McCool, fr.; Kevin Lewis, fr.; Alex Montgomery, fr.; Earl Streacker, fr.
NOTABLE: Findlay will rely on their four all league returning letter winners (Rogers, Eckert, Popovec, Malloy) to lead the team and be the backbone for a successful season.

Ada
HEAD COACH: Mike Badertscher (13th year).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 0-16/9th in Northwest Conference.
HOME COURSE: Colonial Golfers Club.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Trey Klopfenstein, sr.; Matt Myers, jr.; Ryan Gibson, soph.; Matt Gray, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Ben Bailey, soph.; Allen Jenkins, fr.
NOTABLE: Gray earned honorable mention all-conference honors as a freshman last season. Ada should be a little deeper with 11 players out.

Allen East
HEAD COACH: Bill Mattevi (6th year, 57-58).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 3-11/8th in Northwest Conference.
HOME COURSE: Colonial Golfers Club.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: J.J. Hollar, sr.; Michel Kersker, jr., 44.9 average; David SPitnale, jr., 58.2; Courtney Mason, jr., 78.5; Kevin Cummings, jr., 90.2; Gabe Wise, jr..
TOP PROSPECTS: Cole Meyer, soph.; Morgan Heuerman, soph.

Arcadia
HEAD COACH: Ned Sponsler (13th year, 87-77)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 20-2 overall/Blanchard Valley Conference champions.
HOME COURSE: Red Hawk Run & Lakeland Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Patrick Coward, sr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Kaleb Boone, fr.; Kaleb Harris, soph., Evan Riggs, soph.; Loren Huntley, soph.; Shawn Burkmire, jr.; Sean Reamen, jr.; Drew Bowman, jr.; TC Kinley, jr.
NOTABLE: The 2008 BVC champs are returning one letterwinner. The Redskins lost their number one player, Julian Pina, to the football team.

Arlington
HEAD COACH: Clint Dillon (2nd year 14-7)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 14-7/third in Blanchard Valley Conference.
HOME COURSE: Sycamore Springs Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Chris Bils, sr.; Cole McMath, sr.; Trevor Bower, sr.; David Feller, sr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Evan Hill, sr.; Wes Corbin, soph.; Sam Yates, soph.; Alex Steinman, fr.
NOTABLE: Arlington will be focusing on their top four players to be the back bone of the team. They are looking to fill the five and six spots and coach Dillon feels that when he fills those spost the Red Devils will be a strong contendor in the league.

Bettsville
HEAD COACH: Jeff Lynch (7th year)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 3-12 overall/10th in the Midland Athletic League.
HOME COURSE: Nature Trails Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Andrew Hartsel, sr.; Brittany Twigg, sr.; Ryan Hartsel, jr.; Dominic Miccichi, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Dakota Wright, jr.; Brandon Butler, jr.; Dominic King, soph.; Chris Harvey, soph.
NOTABLE: The Bobcats graduated two letterwinners, but will return their top player in Andrew Hartsel. Hartsel and Dominic Miccichi will be competing for the top spot this season.

Bluffton
HEAD COACH: Lucas Intagliata (1st year).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 8-8/4th in Northwest Conference.
HOME COURSE: Bluffton Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Christian Koch, jr.; Clay Wannemacher, jr.; Zack Krick, jr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Evan Skilliter, jr.
NOTABLE: Koch was a first team all-NWC selection, while Krick made the honorable mention list.

Carey
HEAD COACH: Martin Baker (1st year)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 9-6/2nd in the MIdland Athletic League.
HOME COURSE: Bob's Countryside Golf.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Zach Baker, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Mason Tong, jr.; Corbin Blair, fr.; Alex Naeyaert, fr.; Lincoln Stransberry, fr.; Josh Vantrease, fr.
NOTABLE: With only one returning letterwinner  the Blue Devils will be working on improving their skills and becoming a strong competitive team.

Columbus Grove
HEAD COACH: Travis Gallmeier
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 3-8 overall.
HOME COURSE: Pike Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Matt Jennell, jr.; Clay Bryan jr.; Connor Schroeder, soph.; Taylor Giesige, jr.; Matt Silver, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Bret Schroeder, jr.; Jeff Birkemeier, soph.; Patrick Walker, fr.; Erica Walker, Jr.; Serenity Firestone, jr.; Jordan Schroeder, fresh.; Tony Koch, fresh.; Jacob Roebke, fr.; Kody Griffith, fr.; Erin Bogart, soph.; Marty Stevens, jr.; Blake Schroeder, fr..
NOTABLE: Columbus Grove is a very young team with a few juniors and the rest sophomores and freshmen. They will be working on learning the game and gaining experience for years to come.

Cory-Rawson
HEAD COACH: Bob Hlasko (6th year).
HOME COURSE: Bluffton Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Josh Curth, sr.; Alex Edson, jr.; Austin Lanquist, so.
TOP PROSPECTS: Branden Houck, sr.; Josh Welch, so.; Kyle Lanquist, fr.; William Bibler, fr.; Aaron Welch, fr.; Caleb Breitigam, fr.; Nathan Michel, fr.
NOTABLE: The Hornets will be young with seven underclassman on the roster. Hlasko is hoping his more experienced golfers show solid enthusiasm and leadership that will lead to more success.

Elmwood
HEAD COACH: Nick Wenzel (2nd year, 4-2).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 4-2/5th in Suburban Lakes League.
HOME COURSE: Birch Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Cody King, sr., 43.0 average; Kyle Smithey, soph., 40.0; Nick Schumaker, sr., 42.0.
TOP PROSPECTS: Dylan Torrey, jr.; Zac Steinman, sr.; Josh Schnipke, jr.; Kyle Brown, fr.
NOTABLE: Smithey earned honorable mention all-SLL honors as a freshman.

Fort Jennings
HEAD COACH: Todd Hoehn (11th year)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 5th in Putnam County League Tournament.
HOME COURSE: Delphos Country Club.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Adam Mesker, jr.; Tyler Dray, jr.; Cody Warnecke, soph.; Zach Schuerman, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Kurt Warnecke, fr.
NOTABLE: The growth of soccer has hurt Fort Jennings’ numbers. There are just five golfers on the roster, but Hoehn does have back his top four players from the 2008 PCL meet. Cody Warnecke also qualified for the district tournament.

Fostoria
HEAD COACH: Chuck Mason (7th year).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 1-15/6th in Northern Ohio League.
HOME COURSE: Lakeland Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Levi Butler, sr., 50.0 average; Alex Roberts, jr., 44.0; Anthony Miller, jr., 42.0; Cameron Garrett, jr., 51.0; Patrick Coe, jr., 43.0; Simon Chen, jr., 51.0; Zach Pingle, jr., 39.0.
TOP PROSPECTS: Jim Rickman, sr.; Marcus Bradner, soph.; Austin Cornell, fr.; Zach Leonard, soph.
NOTABLE: With four golfers back averaging 44.0 strokes or less per nine-hole round look for the Redmen to show some marked improvement.

St. Wendelin
HEAD COACH: Dan Ritzler (6th year, 53-31)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 12-6/5th in the Midland Athletic League.
HOME COURSE: Loudon Meadows Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Patrick McNinch, sr.; Ryan Kinn, sr.; Duncan Campbell, jr.; J.D. Nye, soph.; Josh Kinn, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Terrence Hoening, soph.; Zeb Walters, soph.; Kieran Campbell, fr.
NOTABLE: With five returning letterwinners with an average of under 50 strokes a match the Mohwaks will be a strong competitor for the Midland Athletic League conference title.

Hopewell-Loudon
HEAD COACH: Bob Maurer (5th year, 35-26).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 10-9.
HOME COURSE: Loudon Meadows Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: None.
TOP PROSPECTS: Rachel Huth, jr.; Kyle Frank, jr.; Joe Ranker, soph.; Morgan Hill, sr.; Brandon Wise, soph.; Erin Kimmet, jr.; Erica Flokins, jr.; Courtney Coppus, soph.; Ryan Tran, soph.
NOTABLE: This young team is working hard to improve their skills and becoming a tough competitor.

Kalida
HEAD COACH: Ken Schnipke
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 9-7.
HOME COURSE: Country Acres Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Kyle Huffman, sr.; Alex Vorst, sr.; Tyler Verhoff, sr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Neil Recker, fr.; Cody Mathew, fr.; Austin Horstman, fr..
NOTABLE: Coach Ken Schnipke will count on his three seniors to lead the way and help the three freshman along in their rookie campaigns. Senior Kyle Huffman, a first team PCL selection, will be the Wildcats top golfer. Schnipke expects Huffman to improve on his 41-shot average a year ago.

Leipsic
HEAD COACH: Kevin Brandt (2nd year)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 8-5.
HOME COURSE: Pike Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Nathan Maag, sr.; Drew Steffan, sr.; Troy Niese, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Miles Gibson, sr.; Spencer Selhorst, jr.; Corey Berger, jr.; Jason Niese, fr.; Addison Bryan, jr.; Miguel Navarro, sr.
NOTABLE: Leipsic will be leaning on their three returners to get off to a good start. The main goal is to have a young team improve from match one.

Liberty-Benton
HEAD COACH: Steve Williman (2nd year, 4-8).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 4-8 overall/3-4, 4th BVC Tournament.
HOME COURSE: Sycamore Springs Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ian Hoyt, so., 47; Jacob Dean, jr., 51; Rob Rucki, so., 51; Eric Mitchell, so., 58; Kyle Yake, jr., 56.
TOP PROSPECTS: Andrew Kotey, fr.; Nick Curto, fr.; Austin Ingleston, fr.; Jordan Harpst, fr; Brad Hoehne, fr.; Parker Hoagland, fr.
NOTABLE: Liberty-Benton will look to improve in 2009 after a uncharacteristic 4-8 season. The Eagles should be in good shape with five returning letterwinners.

McComb
HEAD COACH: Neil Schaublin (8th year, 41-44).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 2-8 overall/ 6th in Blanchard Valley Conference.
HOME COURSE: Shady Acres Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Andy Bishop, jr., 47; Jacob Haas, jr., 49; Ryan Adams, so., 54; Jaden Thomas, so., 54; Mason Abbott, so., 57.
TOP PROSPECTS: Jacob Lanning, so; Nick Siferd, fr.; Katie Rader, fr.; Britta Fenstermaker, fr.; Levi Hardwick, fr.
NOTABLE: Even with no seniors on the roster, Neil Schaublin hopes the Panthers will be more competitive in 2009. Juniors Andy Bishop and Jacob Haas will need to carry the load until the remainder of the team gains more experience.

Miller City
HEAD COACH: Dusty Pester (3rd year)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 3-13/6th in the Putnam County League.
HOME COURSE: Pike Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Kevin Kaufman, sr.; Tim Inkrott, sr.; David Rippetoe, jr.; Derek Griggs, jr.; Chandler Shafer, soph.; Derek Kaufman, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Chad Steffan, sr.; Jacob Schnipke, soph.; Hayden Schroeder, soph.
NOTABLE: This season is looking good for Miller City and its six returning letterwinners. The Wildcats will be shooting to improve their record and finish in the top of the pack.

North Baltimore
HEAD COACH: Eric Dysert
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: Eighth in Midland Athletic League tournament.
HOME COURSE: Birch Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Marcello Trevino, sr.; Peter Euler, sr.; Matt Archer, sr.; Felicia Conrad, jr.; Andrew Peters, soph.
NOTABLE: Trevino was named to the MAL's second team after finishing with an 81 in the league tournament.

New Riegel
HEAD COACH: Mike Quinlan (2nd year, 44-43).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 7-13.
HOME COURSE: Seneca Hills Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Jason Bouillon, sr.; Mitch Reinhart, jr.; Alex Acree, jr.; Brooks Hall, jr.; Brent Orians, soph.; Timmy Reinhart, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Brady Hall, fr.; Korey Williams, fr.; Joey Dillon sr.; Andrew Hohman, fr.; Brandyn Reinhart, fr.; Kyle Ink, soph.
NOTABLE: Coach Mike Quinlan will be looking at senior Jason Bouillon to lead the team with his 48.12 stroke average.

Ottawa-Glandorf
HEAD COACH: Larry Burkhart
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 5-8 overall, 2-7 Western Buckeye League (eighth).
HOME COURSE: Pike Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Michael Hanneman, sr.; Jacob Hermiller, jr.; Matt Hermiller, soph.; Marcus Von Derembse, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Ross Heringhaus.
NOTABLE: Titans look to put past struggles behind them and move up in the pack.

Ottoville
HEAD COACH: James Brown (6th year, 76-22)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 18-1 overall/First in the Putnam County League.
HOME COURSE: Delphos Country Club.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Jordan Schimmoeller, sr.; Chris Rieger, sr.; Eric Ricker, sr.
TOP PROSPECTS: Kyle Karhoff, soph.; Travis Maag, soph.; Craig Odenweller, fr.; Zach Weber, fr.; Derek Schimmoeller, fr.; Logan Kortokrax, fr.
NOTABLE: The Putnam County League champions will be a tough contendor for the title again. The Big Green is also returning Jordan Schimmoeller who received first team PCL and all-district honors and Chris Rieger who received second team PCL.

Patrick Henry
HEAD COACH: Dave Follett (6th season, 42-48)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 7-9.
HOME COURSE: Pike Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Brent Cocke, sr.; Taylor Booth, jr.; Jordan Tussinger, jr.; Jon Burt, jr.; Tim Gerken, soph.; Jake Shidler, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Jim Jacobs, fr.; Jacob Willford, fr.
NOTABLE: Patrick Henry has depth and experience on its side and will be taking advantage of it to be a strong competitor.

Riverdale
HEAD COACH: Mark Ruggles (9th year, 131-91).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 14-6 overall, 10-2 NCC/North Central Conference Champions.
HOME COURSE: Sycamore Springs Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Dan Brezina, sr., 41; Devin Dilley, jr., 42; Austin Rehus, sr., 50.
TOP PROSPECTS: Tommy Bowman, so.; Bryce Stallard, sr.; Tyler Parsell, so.; Larissa DeVine, sr.; Cheri Schoenberger, sr.; Brad Deeter, sr.; Seth Thomas, fr.
NOTABLE: Dan Brezina, a three-time, first-team NCC performer, and Devin Dilley, a first-team NCC golfer, will be counted on to lead the Falcons in 2009. Ruggles expects his Riverdale team to be solid again if one of the Falcons prospects can emerge and post solid scores.

Upper Sandusky
HEAD COACH: Graham Treadway (3rd year)
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 9-17.
HOME COURSE: Lincoln Hills Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Ryan Courtright, jr.; Doug McKee, jr.; Eli Aubihl, jr.; Ethan Browne, sr.; Bryan Capelle, jr.; Sean Harford, sr.;
TOP PROSPECTS: Danial Newell, fr.; Stuart Young, fr.; Alec Oney, fr.; Garett Fox, fr.
NOTABLE: Graham Treadway is back for his third season and is very excited. He has most everyone back from last year and has a strong one and two man. Treadway has high expectations.

Van Buren
HEAD COACH: Eric Heitkamp (8th year, 85-10).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 11-0/Blanchard Valley Conference co-champs.
HOME COURSE: Red Hawk Run.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Andrew Bell, sr., 38.16 average; Michael Caris, sr.; Jude Palmer, jr.; Zeke Wiechart, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Addison Sterling, sr.; Josh Bishop, jr.; Michael Hummell, jr.; Austin Franklin, sr.; Colin Stacy, jr.; Lucas Cole, soph.; Levi Vogelsong, jr.; Joe Claes, soph.; Mitchell Bayer, fr.; Brennon Swain, fr.; Robbie Sanders, fr.; Jason Sawyer, fr.; Brandon Silver, fr.; Eric Glass, fr.; Chase Conley, fr.; Tim Mutchler, fr.; Tyler Smith, soph.
NOTABLE: Caris and Palmer are returning first-team all-conference golfers.

GIRLS GOLF
Ada
HEAD COACH: Mike Badertscher (3rd year).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 0-3/Not available.
HOME COURSE: Colonial Golfers Club.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Sarah Smith, sr.; Amanda Fincher, jr.; Ellen Smittle, jr.; Kaity Oestreich, jr.; Abby Savino, jr.
TOP PROSPECTS: McKenzie Shaw, fr.
NOTABLE: The Bulldogs shaved 81 strokes off their team average last year, which was the program's second year. Most of the squad's returnees are two-year letterwinners and Badertsher expects his squad to be much more competitive.

Cory-Rawson
HEAD COACH: Bob Hlasko (6th year).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: None.
HOME COURSE: Bluffton Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: None.
TOP PROSPECTS: Emma Heitmeyer, sr.; Chris Barlekamp, fr.; Josie Duncan, fr.; Carly Ford, jr.; Morgan Donnell, jr.
NOTABLE: This is the first year for Cory-Rawson girls golf. The Hornets will be building a foundation for their team.

Elmwood
HEAD COACH: Michele Story & Tracey Cole (3rd year, 5-11).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 5-6/Not available.
HOME COURSE: Birch Run Golf Course.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Katie Day, sr., 56.74 average; Jessie Marsh, sr., 63.38; Alison Bentley, soph., 68.64; Karly Haughawout, soph., 60.0; Colleen Mathias, soph., 60.14.
TOP PROSPECTS: LeeAnna Houtz, sr., 62.0.
NOTABLE: The girls golf program at Elmwood is in its third year and the Royals have made improvement each season. The team has the potential to have three golfers consistently in the mid-50s this season.

Van Buren
HEAD COACH: Rhonda Nye (2nd year, 2-1).
2008 RECORD/CONFERENCE FINISH: 40-18-1/4th in Northwest Ohio Girls Golf League.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Kayla Roberts, sr., 53.0 average; Stephanie Sawyer, soph., 56.0; Katie Hertel, soph., 56.0.
TOP PROSPECTS: Brittany Borsani, sr.; Devon Causey, jr.; Alexis Kelley, fr.; Rose Brown, jr.; Kailie Scarlett, soph.; Kelsey Aukerman, jr.; Emily Lammers, fr.
NOTABLE: Van Buren's sophomore returnees, Sawyer and Hertel, will be the team's No.1 and No.2 golfers. The Black Knights were solid last season, but Nye thinks her squad will be even deeper and more competitive in 2009.

Findlay
HEAD COACH: Scott Grant (2nd year)
2008 RECORD: Not available.
RETURNING LETTERWINNERS: Stephanie St.Jean, jr.; Lauren Mains, jr.; Grace Pruden, soph.; Anna Kurjan, sr.; Hannah Gray, sr.; Amber LaRiche, jr.; Ali Mallett, soph.
TOP PROSPECTS: Taylor Tweed, fr.
NOTABLE: The Lady Trojans will be returning seven letterwinners from last season. This should give Findlay the extra boost to be a strong competitor for the Northwest Ohio Girls Golf League title.

Comments

[Niko]

Any chance of you posting the Area Golf Preview Capsules for 2010!?