JV @ 6:00
Varsity @ 6:45

Link to Video: https://youtu.be/jU0u5p13144?si=ufbx9iuA5HA7C-bs
Follow the link to hear Morrison's Noah Stout give his insight on the wrestling success at team regionals, before the team sectionals tonight 5 FEB in Oregon. Video produced by Conrad Eichman, interviewed by Ethan Bush.
F/S TIP-OFF AT 5:30!
VARSITY TAKES THE FLOOR IMMEDIATELY AFTER!
COME PACK THE GYM AND SUPPORT THE FILLIES! 💙🤍

The Mustang wrestlers showed their fortitude and grit this past Saturday at the IHSA 1A Regional in Port Byron. The team won their first wrestling regional title in school history earning five individual titles along the way. It was a full team effort however, as the many other team members contributed to the team’s winning point total.
Cael Wright (120lbs) set the tone in the final round for the Mustangs. Wright, coming off of two previous round pins, found himself in a hole as Newman’s Javen Reyes scored a takedown and nearfall in the second period. Trailing 6-10 entering the third period Wright’s resolve proved too much as he earned an escape followed by a takedown and nearfall to secure a 14-10 victory and a regional title.
Eli Modglin followed suit in the very next weight class (126). He faced another Newman standout, Zhyler Hansen. Not to be outdone by Wright’s dramatic victory, Modglin gave up a first period takedown and nearfall to find himself down 0-7 early in the second period. Without any panic, Modglin methodically got right back to work in the neutral position and scored his own takedown and a rideout to close the second period. Still trailing 3-7 in the third period Modglin’s pace took its toll as he caught Hansen off-balance and bulldozed him to his back. Modglin was able to transition to a headlock and pin Hansen in dramatic form to claim his own regional title.
Two weight classes later (138) Patrick Schaefer maintained the Mustang stampede. Schaefer, coming off a pin and a technical fall the two previous matches kept his neutral prowess on point and he scored six takedowns in his finals match. Schaefer wrestled a tactical match not engaging in rolling scrambles on the mat. He picked his opponent apart in the neutral position as he set up multiple high crotch attacks transitioning to double leg takedowns and securing control of his opponent. Schaefer’s dominance on his feet secured him a 19-12 victory and his own regional title.
In the 150 lb. weight class Caleb Modglin faced rival Tristan Hovey of Erie. The two grapplers have a history wrestling each other, each with victories over the other. Like his brother (Eli) and Wright before him, Caleb found himself in an early hole versus Hovey giving up two takedowns and trailing 2-6 at the end of the first period. And like his two teammates before, Modglin showed his grit and resolve. With a glow in his eye and a gesture to Coach Wright in the corner, Modglin indicated “I got this.” He was right, Modglin got right back to work scoring an escape and a takedown of his own. Tied 6-6, Modglin rode Hovey out the remainder of the second period. Hovey chose neutral to start the third period. Modglin, having made some key mid-match adjustments scored another takedown and rode Hovey out to earn his regional title.
Noah Stout rounded out the finals for the Mustangs. He decided he had had enough with the match drama of his teammates. Matching up against Cooper Thomas of Sherrard, these two foes had beaten each other earlier in the season. Stout with the excitement of a regional title secured, snapped his opponent to a front headlock, hit a spinning cement mixing move and pinned his opponent in :47 seconds.
Other Mustangs contributed to the team title falling just short of qualifying. Mason Grismore (144) scored two pins on the day, placing fourth place and an alternate for the individual sectional tournament. Grismore battled valiantly and almost pinned his third place opponent, but it wasn’t meant to be. Likewise, Caleb Carroll (215) earned two victories and a pin himself. In both matches Carroll lost he took an early match lead putting himself in a winning position, but he was unable to hold his lead. Randy Gerlach and Ethan Bush also contributed to the Mustangs winning tally. Both warriors earned two victories of their own to lift their team to victory.
It was a great day for the Mustang wrestlers with a great fan base to cheer them on. They will be in action in Oregon on Thursday at 6:00 PM. The Mustangs face the #5 ranked Dixon Dukes for a chance to qualify for the dual team state tournament. Individual qualifiers will also compete at the IHSA Sectional Tournament on February 13-14 at Byron High School.

MHS Boys’ Basketball will be VARSITY ONLY tonight. The game will start at 6:00 PM. GO MUSTANGS!
Get in on the Super Bowl action and support your team! The football team is selling Super Bowl squares to help raise money for new jerseys. Super Bowl squares is a simple game of chance played on a 10x10 grid, where winners are determined by the last digit of each team's score at the end of each quarter. No football knowledge is required to play or win, as numbers are assigned randomly once a grid is full. For just $25 a square, you have a shot at winning cash prizes ranging from $125 to $500! Stop by the high school office and get a square with your name on it, and join the fun! If there are any questions, contact Coach Vandermyde.

Freshman - Max North
Sophomore - Addyson Greer
Junior - Megan Folkers
Senior - Brayden Rubright
One student per grade level will be chosen each month. A Rising Star is:
a student who selflessly helps others.
a student who is kind and caring with their words and actions.
a student who is respectful of other people and their belongings.
a student who is responsible for themselves and their belongings.
a student who is honest and a good role model.
a student who has made progress in their classes.
a student who may have struggled in the past, but is making every effort to succeed.
Each student received $10 to Urban Eats and a MHS t-shirt and certificate of recognition.
Congratulations to our January Athletes of the Month:
Kinley White, Bryar Kuehl











MHS Boys Basketball game scheduled for Saturday, January 24, against Alleman has been cancelled.
Due to staffing issues, the MJHS Spelling Bee has been postponed and will now take place on Monday, January 26th at 2:00 p.m.
We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Thank you.
MJHS STAFF

3H - Brecken Sullivan
3M - Hayden Theodore
3S - Silas North
4K - Korbin Bruins
4W - Ariah Young
4Wr - Cade Swanson
5A - Gracelynn Kuehl
5D - Briella Sherich
5H - Easton Decker

MHS Girls’ Basketball will not be traveling to Orion tonight. The game has been canceled.




