Lasting Memories

Going into the post-season ranked seventh in the state, the Lady Norsemen were feeling confident with a record of 26-1. The Ladies then defeated LaMoille-Ohio in the first regional game and finally earned the regional title since 2009 by beating Serena in the championship game. The team was ecstatic about the win but knew the road ahead of them would be a challenge. Annawan, ranked second in state, was their match-up for the first sectional game. The Lady Norsemen came up short against a dominating Annawan team and ended their season with a 28-2 record. Despite the upsetting loss, the Lady Norsemen set a couple schools records they can hang their hats on. The girls now hold the record for most consecutive wins in girls’ basketball history at NHS. The previous record of 19 consecutive wins was held by the 2008-2009 Lady Norsemen, and this year’s team surpassed it with 23. The 2012-2013 Lady Norsemen also achieved the best win/loss record in girl’s basketball history at NHS. The seniors all hoped for a better ending but are still proud of their accomplishments and know they have created lasting memories.

By Lauren Tollefson

Lady Norsemen Named to All-Conference Team

Congratulations to Taylor Krug and Lauren Tollefson for being named to the LTC All-Conference Team. Both were unanimous selections.

Also congrats to Taylor Krug, Lauren Tollefson, Melissa Schmidt and Abby Akre for being selected to the LTC All-Star Team. Kayla Milakis was chosen as an alternate.

Record-Setting Season for the Lady Norsemen

The 2013 Newark Lady Norsemen Basketball Team achieved new heights by becoming the first Girls' Basketball Team in School History to set records of 28 overall wins, 23 consecutive victories and fewest losses, with only two.

Newark's 28-2 season came to a close on Monday, February 11th against Annawan High School (46-21) during Sectional Semifinals.

The 2013 Newark Lady Norsemen had many accomplishments including Regional Champions, First Place at the Little Ten Conference Tournament, perfect run through the Conference (8-0 LTC), Lisle Tournament Champions and Somonauk Breakout Tournament Champions.



The team will greatly miss seniors Abbey Akre, Taylor Krug, Melissa McNanna, Kayla Milakis, Melissa Schmidt and Lauren Tollefson during the 13-14 Basketball Season.



Congratulations to our Lady Norsemen on a outstanding season! We are very proud of your accomplishments. Thanks for all the memories this season and good luck in your future!

Regional Champions!

Congratulations to the Newark Lady Norsemen Basketball Team for your 49-36 Regional Victory against the Serena Huskers! The Lady Norsemen have now advanced to Sectional Semifinals to be held on Monday, February 11, 7:30 p.m. vs. Annawan at Oglesby (Illinois Valley Community College). Also congrats to Alicia Cihak on advancing to the Three-Point Showdown! Go Newark!

Uphill Climb

The Lady Norsemen could settle for their most recent record of 22-1, but instead the Ladies have chosen to use it as motivation to “dig deeper and become the best possible team” they can be, stated senior Abbey Akre. The Lady Norsemen worked their way into the championship game after three consecutive wins at the Lisle Holiday Cage Classic and got first place by a score of 40-39. After their success at the Lisle tournament, the girls beat Kirkland Hiawatha and LaMoille. The Little Ten Conference Tournament was also a triumph for the Lady Norsemen as they received the first place trophy by defeating LaMoille, Indian Creek, and lastly Serena for the conference championship. Following the Conference tournament, the Lady Norsemen defeated the Wheaton Academy Warriors and the Plano Reapers. All the seniors on the team agreed they are pleased with how the season has gone thus far, but are committed to maintaining a good work ethic in practice to improve their skills every day in hopes of a deep post season run.

By Lauren Tollefson and Kayla Milakis

Boys Basketball

The varsity boy’s basketball team took part in the 50th Annual Plano Christmas Tournament over Christmas Break. The team entered as the 14th seed out of 24 teams. After beating Burlington Central in the play-in-game, Newark upset the rival Yorkville Foxes, who were the 3rd seed. Newark advanced to the elite eight before falling to Kaneland, a 3A school. They proceeded to take on the Fighting Irish of Seneca, and lost by one on a controversial last second call. In their final game of the tournament, the Norsemen battled the Morris Redskins and lost by five after a fourth quarter run fell short. The Norsemen finished the tournament with a 2-3 record. Senior forward Brett Anderson was the team’s lone representative on the All-Tournament team. After a few days off to recuperate, the Norsemen returned to the court for a Little Ten Conference matchup with the Serena Huskers. The Norsemen struggled throughout the game, and managed only an eight-point victory over the young Husker team. Freshman center Jack Clausel compared the game to a pizza without a crust, “It was a sloppy mess!” The team was able to turn it around, however, and avenged their previous loss to Seneca with a crowd-pleasing victory. “It was a wild ride,” said senior guard Joe Hughes. “We were exhausted during the second half, but we were able to dig down deep and play from our hearts.” The Norsemen rode that wave of momentum into their potential conference championship game against Hinckley-Big Rock. The Royals were expected to come out on top easily, but Newark gave them a run for their money and took it into overtime before losing by five. The Norsemen will look forward to having a chance at redemption in a few weeks once the Little Ten Conference Tournament gets underway.

By Brett Anderson

Little Ten Conference Champs!

Congratulations to the Lady Norsemen Varsity Basketball Team for placing 1st at the Little Ten Conference Tournament Friday night! The Lady Norsemen took on No. 2 seed Serena Lady Huskers and finished with a 56-30 victory.

Congratulations to the JV Girls Basketball Team for placing 1st at the Little Ten Conference Tournament on Saturday! The Lady Norsemen took on Indian Creek and finished with a 39-28 victory.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Brett Anderson on being named to the 2012 Plano Christmas Classic All-Tournament Team. Way to go, Brett!