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Water Polo clinics available for interested student-athletes
If you are unaware, Huron Valley student-athletes have the opportunity to compete in water polo as part of a co-op program with Walled Lake. While the Boys season has passed, the Girls season is this upcoming spring.Boys or Girls interested in participating either this upcoming spring or next fall are invited to attend several clinics taking place soon. The first one is actually this Saturday, December 7th.Check out the flyer for information and a QR code.
More About Water Polo clinics available for interested student-athletesGirls and Boys Cross Country teams earn Academic All-State honors
Recently, the Girls and Boys Cross Country teams earned Academic All-State recognition.The Girls team ranked #2 in the state, posting a 3.985 GPA, just one thousandth of a point behind the #1 team. Individual Academic All-State honors went to the following runners (to qualify, they had to be on the State Meet competition roster):Ava AlicandroAlena TiernanMaya PletzerMorgan ScallyIsabelle VerellenThe Boys team finished as the #19 team, posting a GPA of 3.716. Individual Academic All-State honors went to the following runners (also, part of the State Meet roster):Gavin JohnsMatthew VerellenCongratulations to both programs and the individual student-athletes for their recognition of success in the classroom and on the race course.Full list from MITCA:
More About Girls and Boys Cross Country teams earn Academic All-State honorsLakeland student-athletes volunteer for Operation Christmas Child event
Last Sunday, November 10th, a number of Lakeland student-athletes who are involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes volunteered their time to support the Operation Christmas Child packing event held at Thrive Church in Highland. Eagles helped to fill boxes with everyday essentials, as well as gifts for children; the boxes will be sent all around the world this holiday season.
More About Lakeland student-athletes volunteer for Operation Christmas Child eventNine senior student-athletes commit to continuing their careers in college
Today marked the first day that high school seniors could sign letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. The Lakeland Athletic Department is proud to acknowledge that nine current Eagles participated in today's opening day ceremony:Jackson Miller Baseball Bowling Green State Univ.Nate Sanko Baseball Spring Arbor UnivOlivia Wells Soccer Ferris State UnivBrynn Taliercio Softball Grand Valley State UnivAva Alicandro Cross Country Oakland Univ.Lauren McCaul Soccer Ferris State UnivMatthew Verellen Cross Country Michigan Tech UnivMichael Nivala Cross Country Macomb CCAlena Tiernen Cross Country Michigan Tech UnivThe Athletic Department is extremely proud of these hard-working individuals, and we wish them continued success in their respective fields of competition in the years to come.
More About Nine senior student-athletes commit to continuing their careers in college🎉 Exciting News for Eagle Athletics Fans! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website! **What's New:**🌐 Modern and User-Friendly Interface🔍 Improved Navigation for Easy Access📅 Brand New Calendar Layout📸 Stunning Visuals and GalleriesClick this link to learn more about the site.
More About 🎉 Exciting News for Eagle Athletics Fans! 🎉Class of 2023 graduate McCoy Biagioli wins golf's Michigan Amateur Championship
Great news to report from the Boyne Highlands Heather Golf Course: McCoy Biagioli, Class of 2023, just won the 113th Michigan Amateur Championship, defeating Jimmy Dales (Northville) 3 & 1. Because of his victory, McCoy now receives an automatic invitation to compete in the U.S. Amateur Championship which will be played at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Minnesota, August 12-18. Previous winners of that event include some names you might recognize: Arnold Palmer, Jack Nickalus, Phil Mickelson, Tiger Woods, and Bryson DeChambeau who just won his 2nd U.S. Open in dramatic fashion last weekend. Click HERE for full results
More About Class of 2023 graduate McCoy Biagioli wins golf's Michigan Amateur ChampionshipFourteen student-athletes in the Class of 2024 commit to playing at the collegiate level
Last Wednesday, May 1st, Lakeland High School and the Lakeland Athletic Department celebrated 14 student-athletes who have committed to continue their playing days at the collegiate level. During a ceremony held on campus, each honoree had the opportunity to announce their plans and share some thoughts about the experience. In addition, numerous coaches were on hand to discuss the attributes of these accomplished individuals. Congratulations to these 14 Class of 2024 student-athletes for their contributions to Lakeland Athletics, and for their success in finding an avenue to continue their careers in the future. See the photo for names, sport, and college.
More About Fourteen student-athletes in the Class of 2024 commit to playing at the collegiate levelHuron Valley United Girls and Boys Swim & Dive teams both recognized for academic excellence
Both the Huron Valley United Boys and Girls Swim and Dive teams matched their success in the pool this season with excellence in the classroom this school year. The Girls Swim and Dive team earned MISCA Team Academic All State with the 3rd highest team GPA in Division 1. The Boys Swim and Dive team moved up a spot from their 2nd place finish last season, earning MISCA Team Academic All State Honors with the best team GPA in Division 1! This is the first top finish for any Boys or Girls Swim and Dive team in district history. Both teams had the 4th highest GPA in the state, across all divisions, while each extending their team Academic All State streak to 4 straight seasons. At the National Level, the Girls Swim and Dive team earned NISCA National Scholar Team Gold award, while the Boys team earned the NISCA National Scholar Team Silver Award. This is the 4th straight national scholar team award for the Girls team, and 3rd straight Gold Award, the top honor. The
More About Huron Valley United Girls and Boys Swim & Dive teams both recognized for academic excellenceFootball team earns Academic All-State honors; Eagles among top 4 programs in Division 2
Good news from the LHS Football Program!!! It was announced this week that the Lakeland Football Team was awarded Academic All-State Honors for the second consecutive year. This means the Eagles are one of the top FOUR teams in Division 2 across the state. Additionally, SEVEN student-athletes earned individual Academic All-State Honors (only seniors are eligible). Congrats to: Alex Caines, Drew Carlson, Ryan Johnson, Ben Lilienthal, Kyler Shaw, Max Thompson, and Nolin Thompson.
More About Football team earns Academic All-State honors; Eagles among top 4 programs in Division 2Girls Lacrosse Fall events for interested student-athletes
GIRLS LACROSSE -- Upcoming opportunities Interested in Girls LAX or a trying a new sport? Check out these opportunities... The below google form will get you registered to receive the small group training, weight training, and speed & agility training schedule in the off-season. Off-season training registration Also, the Huron Valley United girls lacrosse program is hosting a youth clinic on Saturday, September 16, 2023, for grades 1st - 8th. Come join our clinic to meet the coaches and players who represent this amazing program. Click the link below to register. Fall Clinic for 1st-8th Graders registration
More About Girls Lacrosse Fall events for interested student-athletesBattle at the Big House shirts and hoodies available for pre-order; deadline is August 13th
The 2023 Football Program is selling Battle at the Big House VI Shirts for the game at the University of Michigan on August 24 at 3:30pm against South Lyon East. Shirts are $20 each and Hoodies are $35. By pre-ordering your shirt will be guaranteed. A limited amount of extra shirts will be sold on a first-come first-served basis. Shirts can be paid with cash or check made out to LHS Football. All pre orders MUST be completed by Sunday, 8/13. Pre Ordered T-shirts/hoodies will be available for pickup 8/22 from 6:00pm-8:30pm and 8/23 from 5:00pm-8:00pm at the concessions stand located inside Szott Field East. Payment is due at pickup. Battle at the Big House VI T-shirt and hoodie order link: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeAgmT0QpnrmH.../viewform T-shirt design is the attached image. All t-shirts and hoodies will be royal.
More About Battle at the Big House shirts and hoodies available for pre-order; deadline is August 13thTeam News
Boys Varsity Basketball defeats Walled Lake Western, 63-50; Nsikan Usen scores 11 pts, Hayden Cross adds 10 pts
Boys Varsity BasketballOn Tuesday, December 17th, the Boys Varsity Basketball team hosted WL Western and came away with a 63-50 victory. Nsikan Usen led the way with 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 steals. Hayden Cross sparked us early and contributed 10 points and 5 rebounds. Cole Bromley added 9 points and 5 rebounds and sophomores Ethan Rowley (5 rebounds and 5 assists), Chase Carson, and Grant Thompson all chipped in with 7 points. Austin Porcasi (4 points) and Landon Johns (2 points) both scored their first varsity points in the win. Lakeland improves to 3-3 (2-2 LVC) on the year and host Holly on Thursday 12/19 for Senior Night. The Varsity girls tip off at 5:30 followed by the boys at 7:00 PM. We hope to see everyone there to honor our seniors Cole Bromley, Hayden Cross, Chandler Good, and Nsikan Usen.
More About Boys Varsity Basketball defeats Walled Lake Western, 63-50; Nsikan Usen scores 11 pts, Hayden Cross adds 10 ptsBoys Junior Varsity Basketball defeats Walled Lake Western, 45-21; Vinny Sievert scores 10 to lead the Eagles
Boys Junior Varsity BasketballTuesday, December 17th, the Boys JV Basketball team improved to 3-3(3-1 in the LVC) with a 45-21 win against Walled Lake Western. Vinny Sievert led the way for the Eagles with 10 points. Wyatt Robertson added 7 points and Brock Snell had 6 points. The JV Eagles are back in action Thursday at home against Holly at 4pm.
More About Boys Junior Varsity Basketball defeats Walled Lake Western, 45-21; Vinny Sievert scores 10 to lead the EaglesHuron Valley United Boys Swim & Dive team defeats Troy Athens, 95-75
Boys Varsity SwimmingTuesday, December 17th, the Huron Valley United Boys Swim & Dive team competed against Troy Athens, defeating the Red Hawks, 95-75. The team competed well up and down the event lineup, winning all 11 events, as well as collecting a few silver and bronze finishes against a Red Hawks team over 3 times as large.Highlights of the meet included:Oakland County Qualifying times- Junior Nick Marinescu (23.79) in the 50 Freestyle and in the 100 Freestyle by Junior Tommy Shaw (50.42).A Trio of Division 1 leading times- Senior Captain Brendan Marshall in the 100 Butterfly (54.40) and junior Sam Campbell in the 500 Freestyle (4:51.37) and 100 Backstroke (53.28). Marshall also posted the #3 time in the state for the 100 Freestyle leading off the 400 Freestyle relay (47.94).Athlete of the meet was sophomore Michael Nowicki for personal bests in the 200 Freestyle and 100 Freestyle- scoring in both races, along with a best time in the 50 freestyle leading off the 200 Free relay.Full ResultsThe tea
More About Huron Valley United Boys Swim & Dive team defeats Troy Athens, 95-75Boys Varsity Wrestling finishes 13th at Oakland County Championship; Andre Neumann wins the heavyweight division
Boys Varsity WrestlingFriday and Saturday, December 13th and 14th, the Varsity Wrestling team competed in the Oakland County Championship meet. As a team Lakeland finished 13th out of 35 schools. All varsity wrestlers won at least one match. The highlight was junior Andre Neumann becoming the 2024 Oakland County Champion in the heavyweight category, defeating his opponent from Clarkston 12-8 in the final match. Sam Broome placed 8th in the 144 weight class, and Xavier Estrada also placed 8th in the 106 weight class.
More About Boys Varsity Wrestling finishes 13th at Oakland County Championship; Andre Neumann wins the heavyweight divisionGirls Junior Varsity Basketball defeats Waterford, 37-19; Melanie Hudspeth leads the Eagles with 9 points
Girls Junior Varsity BasketballFriday, December 13th, the Girls Junior Varsity Basketball team traveled to Waterford Kettering for their first away conference game of the year and earned a 37-19 win. Both teams came out slowly with Waterford holding a 3-2 lead early. The Eagles finally woke up using a full court man press to generate energy. Turnovers created by the press led to a 13-0 run the remainder of the quarter. This run saw 7 eagles score (Including Lily Wang’s first high school points) as Lakeland surged out to a 15-3 lead at the end of one quarter. Waterford showed heart in the second quarter hitting two more three pointers and outscoring Lakeland 10-5 to close the gap to 20-13 at halftime. Both teams struggled to find the range in the third quarter with Lakeland extending their lead outscoring Waterford 4-2 in the quarter. During the last period Lakeland again regained the intensity from the first quarter seeing five Eagles score including five from Me
More About Girls Junior Varsity Basketball defeats Waterford, 37-19; Melanie Hudspeth leads the Eagles with 9 pointsGirls Junior Varsity Basketball finishes strong in 32-26 win against Birmingham Seaholm
Girls Junior Varsity BasketballTuesday, December 10th, the Girls Junior Varsity Basketball team outlasted a good Birmingham Seaholm squad 32-26 to earn their first road win of the season. Both teams came out strong on the defensive end in the first quarter, each allowing only one basket with Seaholm leading 3-2. The second quarter opened up slightly offensively with Alyssa Goldman scoring 6 of her team high 10 points. Neither team was able to pull away with the score tied at 10 going into halftime. Out of the break the Maples came out strong taking a 20-15 lead at the 4:21 mark of the third quarter. Lakeland responded tying it up with a Jaylen Rhines three and a Melina Wing layup with 3:11 left. After being down 2 going into the fourth quarter the Eagles tied it up again 1:28 in on an athletic layup from Gracie Grzymkowski on a very nice feed from Peyton Foote. Peyton follow that up with a 15-foot jumper off the glass from the right wing 38 seconds later for her first high s
More About Girls Junior Varsity Basketball finishes strong in 32-26 win against Birmingham SeaholmBoys Freshman Basketball defeats Waterford Kettering, 59-47; Ethan Canterbury scores 19 for the Eagles
Boys Freshman BasketballFriday, December 13th, the Boys Freshman Basketball team improved to 3-2 (3-0 LVC) with a 59-47 win over Waterford Kettering at Kettering. Ethan Canterbury led the way with 19 points. Zach Smith was right behind with 18 points, and Jack Ballew contributed 16 points. The Eagles are currently on a three game win streak after starting 0-2. The Eagles return to action Tuesday against Walled Lake Western.
More About Boys Freshman Basketball defeats Waterford Kettering, 59-47; Ethan Canterbury scores 19 for the EaglesBoys Junior Varsity Basketball defeats Waterford Kettering, 51-8; Wyatt Robertson scores 15 pts to lead the Eagles
Boys Junior Varsity BasketballFriday, December 13rd, the Boys JV Basketball team beat Kettering 51-8. Leading the way for the Eagles was Wyatt Robertson with 15 points. Brock Snell chipped in 9 points. Max Moeser, Colton Fruytier, and Vinny Sievert rounded out the scoring with 6 points each.. The Eagles improved to 2-3(2-1 in the LVC). Lakeland is back in action at home on Tuesday against Western.
More About Boys Junior Varsity Basketball defeats Waterford Kettering, 51-8; Wyatt Robertson scores 15 pts to lead the EaglesBoys JV Wrestling competes in Skyline JV Invitational; Anthony Bebawy takes 1st in 132 lbs. weight class
Boys Varsity WrestlingOn Friday, December 13th, ten Lakeland JV wrestlers competed against wrestlers from 16 other schools at the Skyline JV invitational. Five Lakeland wrestlers finished in the top 3 in their weight class led by freshman Anthony Bebawy who took 1st place. 132 lbs-Anthony Bebawy 3 wins, 1st place126 lbs-Jacob Klukowski 2 wins, 3rd place144 lbs-Jacob Farley 3 wins, 3rd place144 lbs-Dane Rice 2 wins, 3rd place190 lbs-Aiden Saunders 2 wins, 3rd place132 lbs-Brayden Dood 1 win
More About Boys JV Wrestling competes in Skyline JV Invitational; Anthony Bebawy takes 1st in 132 lbs. weight classGirls Varsity Bowling places 2nd at its own Lakeland Invitational
Girls Varsity BowlingOn Sunday, December 15th, Lakeland hosted the Lakeland Invitational. The Girls Varsity made the cut for bracket play as all five girls helped with making it to the championship round. Unfortunately, they fell short by one point to Walled Lake Northern, earning themselves 2nd place.The Lakeland Bowling Teams will be at Wonderland Lanes on Friday where they will have a match against Walled Lake Northern.
More About Girls Varsity Bowling places 2nd at its own Lakeland InvitationalGirls Varsity Bowling defeats Waterford Kettering, 30-0; Savannah Reed rolls a season's best 232 to lead the Eagles
Girls Varsity BowlingOn Tuesday, December 10th, the Girls Varsity Bowling team defeated Waterford Kettering, 30-0. Sophomore Savannah Reed bowled her personal best for the season with a 232.
More About Girls Varsity Bowling defeats Waterford Kettering, 30-0; Savannah Reed rolls a season's best 232 to lead the EaglesBoys Varsity Bowling hosts Lakeland Invitational; Noah Makowiec earns medals for high game and high series
Boys Varsity BowlingOn Sunday, December 15th, the Boys Bowling team hosted the Lakeland Invitational. The Boys Varsity made the cut for bracket play, but unfortunately lost in the first round. Sophomore Noah Makowiec bowled three great games earning himself a medal for his high game of 253, and one for his high three game series of 723. The Lakeland Bowling Teams will be at Wonderland Lanes on Friday where they will have a match against Walled Lake Northern.
More About Boys Varsity Bowling hosts Lakeland Invitational; Noah Makowiec earns medals for high game and high seriesBoys Varsity Bowling defeats Waterford Kettering, 18-12; Noah Makowiec rolls a 2-game series of 476
Boys Varsity BowlingLast Tuesday, December 10th, the Lakeland Bowling program had a match against Waterford Kettering. The Boys Varsity beat Kettering 18-12, led by sophomore Noah Makowiec who bowled a great 2-game series of 476. Sophomores Marcus Evans and Kevin Scarpelli helped with the win with a 222 and 195 game respectively.
More About Boys Varsity Bowling defeats Waterford Kettering, 18-12; Noah Makowiec rolls a 2-game series of 476Huron Valley United Girls Varsity Gymnastics takes 2nd at Walled Lake Invite; Mckenna Herman places in top 10 in all-around
Girls Varsity GymnasticsOn Saturday, December 14th, the Huron Valley United Gymnastics team placed 2nd in the 16 team Walled Lake Invite. Lakeland senior Mckenna Herman placed on vault, bars, beam and all around. Milford sophomore Lexi Hincka placed on vault, bars and floor. Milford senior Sophia Stankov earned a place on beam and junior newcomer this year from Milford Tatum Langley placed on beam with a solid routine Lakeland junior Haylee Smith earned a 9.0 and second place on vault. Milford junior Stella Musialowski earned a personal best of 9.55 and 1st place in D1 beam. She also placed on bars and floor.The team is off to a great start and looking forward to the season!
More About Huron Valley United Girls Varsity Gymnastics takes 2nd at Walled Lake Invite; Mckenna Herman places in top 10 in all-aroundHuron Valley United Gymnastics team sends 7 athletes to Fowlerville Invite; Bella Farina places in beam event
Girls Varsity GymnasticsThe Huron Valley United Gymnastics team had a great weekend. Friday night half the team ( 6 freshmen and a junior) headed to the Fowlerville Invite where they earned many qualifying scores and Lakeland freshman Bella Farina placed on beam with a great routine.
More About Huron Valley United Gymnastics team sends 7 athletes to Fowlerville Invite; Bella Farina places in beam eventBoys Varsity Basketball defeats Waterford Kettering, 48-45; Grant Thompson scores 10 for the Eagles
Boys Varsity BasketballFriday, December 13th, the Boys Varsity Basketball team completed the Girls/Boys sweep, defeating Waterford Kettering, 48-45.Nsikan Usen paced the Eagles with 17 pts, 10 rebs, and 5 steals. Grant Thompson scored 10 pts, Cole Bromley had 7 pts, and Chase Carson provided a spark off the bench with 6 pts.The Eagles improve to 2-3 on the season, and they will host games this Tuesday and Thursday (Senior Night).
More About Boys Varsity Basketball defeats Waterford Kettering, 48-45; Grant Thompson scores 10 for the EaglesGirls Varsity Basketball moves to 3-1 on the season with a 45-25 win over Waterford; Peyton Baer scores 8 for the Eagles
Girls Varsity BasketballFriday, December 13th, the Girls Varsity Basketball improved to 3-1 on the season, 2-0 in the LVC, as the Eagles defeated Waterford, 45-25.A total of ten players scored points for Lakeland, led by Aubrin Miller (12 pts) and Peyton Baer (8 pts). Claire Linen added 5 pts, while Brynn Taliercio, Alena Tiernan, and Haley Aberlich each contributed 4 pts.The Eagles return to action next Tuesday with a road game at Brighton, followed by Senior Night at home on Thursday versus Holly.
More About Girls Varsity Basketball moves to 3-1 on the season with a 45-25 win over Waterford; Peyton Baer scores 8 for the EaglesHuron Valley United Boys Swim & Dive team defeats Lapeer, 95-62; Owen Lynar named Swimmer of the Meet
Boys Varsity SwimmingHuron Valley United Boys Swim and Dive results from Thursday, December 12th:HVU 95 - 62 LapeerHVU 65 - 101 Midland DowThe Boys Swim and Dive team traveled north Thursday afternoon to the Lapeer Community Center to kick off their season with a double dual against the host Lighting along with the visiting Midland Dow Chargers. The team prevailed against Lapeer, winning 95 to 62, and despite winning 5 events, fell to Dow's superior depth, losing 65 to 101.Senior captain Brendan Marshall achieved a state qualifying time in the 100 Freestyle (49.15) leading off the 400 Free relay, while also qualifying for the MISCA Invitational and Oakland County with wins in the 200 Free (1:49.76) and 100 Fly (55.44). Junior Tommy Shaw also got in on the wins, touching first in the 50 Free (22.97) while also qualifying for the Oakland County and MISCA meet meets in the 100 fly (58.06). Marshall and Shaw teamed up with junior Nick Marinescu and freshman Thomas Kiebel to win the 200 Medley Relay (1:49.22) a
More About Huron Valley United Boys Swim & Dive team defeats Lapeer, 95-62; Owen Lynar named Swimmer of the MeetGirls Varsity Basketball falls in match-up of two strong teams; Eagles lose to Seaholm, 37-28
Girls Varsity BasketballTuesday, December 10th, the Girls Varsity Basketball team traveled to Birmingham Seaholm in a game that featured two strong, defensive-minded teams. In the end, the home Maples knocked down a few more shots from the arc in securing a 37-28 win over the Eagles.Aubrin Miller was the leading scorer for Lakeland, finishing with 12 pts. Brynn Taliercio added 6 points, while Alena Tiernan and Haley Aberlich each contributed 4 points.The Eagles return to the court on Friday for a match-up with Waterford United.
More About Girls Varsity Basketball falls in match-up of two strong teams; Eagles lose to Seaholm, 37-28Boys Freshman Basketball rolls past Waterford Mott, 63-13; Brady Humitz scores 21 to lead the Eagles
Boys Freshman BasketballTuesday, December 10th, the Freshman Boys Basketball team defeated Mott, 63-13. Brady Humitz led the offense with 21pts. Ethan Canterbury pitched in with 10pts. Jack Ballew added 7pts as well. The freshman improved to 2-2 on the season, 2-0 in the LVC.
More About Boys Freshman Basketball rolls past Waterford Mott, 63-13; Brady Humitz scores 21 to lead the Eagles