Nov 16, 2012 FOOTBALL State semifinals (all games Saturday) Division 1 Rockford (10-2) vs. Detroit Catholic Central (8-4), 1 p.m. at Battle Creek Central Detroit Cass Tech (10-2) vs. Lake Orion (11-1), 1 p.m. at Troy Athens Division 2 Muskegon (11-1) vs. Caledonia (9-3), 1 p.m. at... READ MORE
Nov 15, 2012 This is the second of a two-part series on two remarkable semifinal football games played on Nov. 21, 1992. In this second part, local sports historian Jim Moyes looks at the classic battle between Reeths-Puffer and East Lansing. By Jim Moyes Local Sports Journal Houseman Fi... READ MORE
Nov 14, 2012 This is the first of a two-part series on two remarkable semifinal football games played on Nov. 21, 1992. In this first part, local sports historian Jim Moyes looks at the classic battle between Montague and Battle Creek Pennfield. By Jim Moyes Local Sports Journal Whil... READ MORE
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Nov 14, 2012 By Ron Rop Local Sports Journal The Muskegon Lumberjacks didn’t seem to mind too much that they had a hockey game to play Wednesday morning. With a 10:30 a.m. start on Hockey for Health Day, the Lumberjacks seemed a big groggy in the early going, but picked up steam and ... READ MORE
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Nov 13, 2012 By Ron Rop Local Sports Journal At this time of year, Justin Abdelkader is accustomed to playing hockey in the finest venues in North America. However, the National Hockey League’s lockout has relegated the Muskegon native and current Detroit Red Wing to playing in a... READ MORE
Nov 11, 2012 Local Sports Journal The opening weekend of wrestling for the Muskegon Community College Jayhawks proved to be highly successful. On Friday night, the Jayhawks defeated Triton 40-14 and Jamestown 43-9 in dual meets. That momentum carried into Saturday’s Ben McMullen Op... READ MORE
Nov 10, 2012 Local Sports Journal The Shelby Tigers continue their trek through unfamiliar territory. The Tigers used a defensive stand to halt a final drive by Negaunee in the final seconds and captured a 26-22 Division 6 regional final. The Tigers (10-2) advance to next Saturday's s... READ MORE
Nov 10, 2012 By Ron Rop Local Sports Journal MENDON - A near flawless performance, especially in the first half, earned the Muskegon Catholic Central Crusaders a spot in next week’s Division 8 football semifinals. And that dominating performance came against none other than against t... READ MORE
Nov 10, 2012 By Shawn Liverance Local Sports Journal After accepting the regional championship trophy on Saturday, Muskegon head coach Shane Fairfield addressed his team and told his seniors one thing. “Well, guys you are stuck with me for one more week,” Fairfield said. That br... READ MORE
Nov 10, 2012 By Mike Mattson Local Sports Journal GRAND RAPIDS – Sure there were tears and feelings of disappointment after Newaygo’s magical season came to an end Friday night at Grand Rapids West Catholic. But Lions’ coach Andy Busch admitted after a 21-7 Division 5 regional ch... READ MORE
Nov 09, 2012 Local Sports Journal The area was well represented on the boys soccer all-state teams released by the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association. A total of 35 players earned honors ranging from Dream Team to honorable mention. The highest honor went to Spring Lake'... READ MORE
Nov 08, 2012 By Ron Rop Local Sports Journal RAVENNA – Huge momentum swings were the norm on Thursday night in the Class C regional final volleyball tournament. Sixth-ranked Pewamo-Westphalia outlasted No. 7-ranked Western Michigan Christian in an emotionally-draining five-game match... READ MORE
Nov 08, 2012 By Mike Mattson Local Sports Journal It’s been quite a week for Mona Shores baseball coach Walt Gawkowski. Ten days ago, Gawkowski’s granddaughter was born in Los Angeles. And then he recently learned of his selection into the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Asso... READ MORE
Nov 08, 2012 We've made it to the regionals of the high school football playoffs and four area teams are still standing. All four are taking to the road in hopes of advancing. Muskegon heads across the state to Midland, Newaygo is going to Grand Rapids, Shelby heads north to the Upper Peni... READ MORE
Nov 08, 2012 Michigan Department of Natural Resources Water levels are low and clear in the rivers and streams. Cold weather pushed steelhead up into the rivers however warmer temperatures by the weekend could slow the bite. Walleye are moving closer to shore. Those fishing the inland lake... READ MORE
Nov 07, 2012 Local Sports Journal Broadcasters Jon Russell and Cal VanSingel agreed to take the longest road trip to provide the best community service for area football fans. That's why those road warriors are heading to the Upper Peninsula this weekend for the Division 6 playoff game ... READ MORE
Nov 07, 2012 West Michigan Riptide announces there will be several college baseball workout sessions coming up. Schedule Hope College: Saturday, Nov. 17. Registration is 8-8:30 a.m. Workout: 8:30-12:30 p.m. Central Michigan University: Saturday, Dec. 1. Registration is 12:30-1 p.m. W... READ MORE
Nov 06, 2012 Local Sports Journal The Muskegon Community College Jayhawk wrestling team begins the season this weekend and as the No. 8-ranked team in the preseason polls. On Friday and Saturday, the Jayhawks will be tested at Bartels-Rode Gymnasium with the likes of Triton College and ... READ MORE
Nov 05, 2012 Today, girls from across the state begin practicing for the upcoming high school basketball season. So, it’s fitting that today, the Local Sports Journal is announcing it will publish a 28-page special section previewing all the girls and boys basketball teams in the area. ... READ MORE
Nov 05, 2012 Local Sports Journal The Muskegon Area Sports Hall of Fame will be sponsoring its 11th annual Meijer Hall of Fame Classic high school basketball tournament at Reeths-Puffer High School. The two-day event is scheduled for Dec. 27-28. This highly anticipated prep tournament h... READ MORE