Scout leader named Citizen of the Year

Clarkston News Staff Writer Jennifer Herrmann was shocked and stunned when she found out she was named Clarkston’s Citizen of the Year. “Being recognized for the things I do is not something I seek out. I just truly enjoy helping others,” she said. “It’s completely unexpected.” She added it’s an honor to be selected for […]

Seniors lead in double win

BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer The Lady Wolves ended the week with a doubleheader win against Rochester last Friday night as Clarkston honored their seniors. “It was a nice day and a sad day,” said Clarkston Varsity Softball Head Coach Don Peters. “They have been together and with me for 3-4 years.” The […]

Double win

Hitters took the lead during the top of the first inning last Wednesday against Oxford with four runs on their way to a 8-4 victory. Clarkston Varsity Baseball team continued to hold onto the lead through the next three innings with their pitching and fielding. Jack Muhleck hit a double during the fourth inning to […]

Athletes of the Week – Swinging to second

The Clarkston Boys Junior Varsity A Golf swung their way into second place during the Bedford Invite last Friday with a score of 343. They also had two top ten finishes from Wolves Terry Fortuna and Dane Wilson. Fortuna shot a 81 and Wilson shot a 84. Tristan Greenlee contributed with a 86; Scott Fisher […]

Two more wins into post season

BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer The Wolves added two more wins to the season as they get ready for the post-season beginning next week. “They are playing well,” said Clarkston Boys Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach Brian Kaminskas. “We are starting to come together. They fought hard and did a nice job.” The boys […]

Fife to retire

BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer It will be the end of an era for Clarkston school athletics after Dan Fife retires as athletic director this year. “It is the right time for me,” said Fife, who will finish his 22 years as Clarkston Community Schools athletics’ chief this fall, on September 30. He […]

Wolves rule the track against OAA foes

BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer Freshmen runners topped other teams around the state last Friday at Saline’s Golden Triangle Invitational. “A highlight right off the bat was our freshman milers,” said Kevin Breen, head coach for the Clarkston Girls and Boys Track and Field teams. “Saline had a special freshman mile which has […]

Athletes of the Week – ‘Dawgs classic win

Hitters began their season with a bang as they won the Clarkston Classic, April 30-May 1. The Clarkston Riverdawgs 8U Baseball team battled their way in their pool play going 3-0. They capped off the tournament in a close game against Bloomfield Sting. They won the championship game, 7-6. “Every kid on the team produced […]

Hitters shine in tournament

BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer The Wolves dominated the field on Saturday as they went 3-0 to win the Nathan Manuel Memorial tournament. “It was a great week,” said Phil Price, head coach for Clarkston Varsity Baseball. The boys opened the day with a 6-1 win over Our Lady of Lakes. Zach Scott, […]

Tournament a softball success at Anchor Bay

BY WENDI REARDON Clarkston News Sports Writer Lady Hitters had a winning weekend at the Anchor Bay tournament as they went 3-2 during the two days. “Overall we did pretty good,” said Don Peters, head coach for Clarkston Varsity Softball. Highlights included Abby Skvarce having 13 consecutive hits while also going 26-for-38 with 22 RBIs, […]