Justin Sokeland

BNL’s Cam Gates was named to the All-HHC First Team by the league coaches. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence juniors Cam Gates and Cutler Chastain were named to the All-Hoosier Hills Conference First Team by the league coaches. Gates, a Boston College recruit, was an offensive force while hitting .476 with 40 hits, 11 doubles, four …

BNL’s Jaden Schofield was named First Team in the HHC by the league coaches. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence junior Jaden Schofield was named to the All-Hoosier Hills Conference First Team by the league coaches. Schofield paced the Stars (8-20) with a .384 batting average. She also matched the school single-season record with 24 stolen bases, …

BNL’s Tripp Stahl is seeded 10th in the shot put for the IHSAA state finals. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – With an actual first name of Stone, verified by his birth certificate and graduation diploma, Bedford North Lawrence’s star thrower was destined to chuck around a rock. Tripp Stahl, a double sectional champion and state qualifier, will seek to …

BNL catcher Cam Gates tags out Jeffersonville’s Eli Harris during a play at the plate. The Red Devils conquered the Stars 5-1 in the Class 4A sectional championship on Monday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – One great celebration deserved another. Loft the gloves in the air, dogpile on the infield, hoist the trophy, pose for the photos. Except …

BNL’s Cutler Chastain fires a pitch toward the plate during Wednesday night’s sectional clash with Silver Creek. Chastain struck out 10 in four innings as the Stars conquered the Dragons 6-1. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Baseball has its own unique vernacular, the language of the dugout, phrases that would be out of place anywhere else. In the diamond …

BNL’s Reece Goodgame steps on first to record an out and avoid a runner during Saturday’s clash with Northview. The Stars celebrated Senior Day with a 4-0 victory over the Knights. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Never assume. Everyone knows how that word breaks down, and it’s usually true. Bedford North Lawrence second baseman Reece Goodgame, the centerpiece of …

BNL’s Karsyn Coleman, Dalanie Davis and Sara Williams celebrated Senior Night with a 7-6 victory over Bloomington South on Thursday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – In their final appearance on home turf, Bedford North Lawrence’s senior trio made it count. Before the traditional celebration for the graduating class, each of the three seniors made significant contributions as the Stars …

JEFFERSONVILLE – BNL’s Grady Dalton roars in celebration after scoring a run during Friday’s HHC championship battle with Jeffersonville. The Stars clipped the Red Devils 3-2 to win the first league title in program history. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com JEFFERSONVILLE – With history hanging on his dead-tired left arm, with nothing but adrenaline and ice water coursing through his weary …

BNL pitcher Cam Gates locates his target while working against Jennings County in Wednesday’s HHC semifinal. Gates struck out 10 while throwing a complete game as the Stars stopped the Panthers 6-1. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Cam Gates strides from the dugout to the pitching mound as a man with a purpose. Like the cowboy in an old-time …

BNL pitcher Karsyn Coleman covers second base to tag out a runner during Tuesday’s action against Seymour. The Owls scored five runs in the seventh inning to stun the Stars 7-5. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – All the bandages holding Bedford North Lawrence’s wounded-and-weary, duct-tape lineup together unraveled at the worst time. One out away from an inspired comeback …

BNL’s Paige Voigtschild races toward the finish line during Tuesday’s Hoosier Hills Conference meet. Voigtschild won the 800 as the Stars finished third in the team standings. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence has started its late-season surge. There’s no time like now, with the postseason looming with a heavy presence, to peak. Sparked by Paige Voigtschild’s …

BNL’s Chase Rynders roars in celebration while rounding the bases after slugging a three-run home run against New Albany. The Stars stopped the Bulldogs 7-1 in the first round of the HHC Tournament on Monday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – “Don’t you forget about me.” If Chase Rynders had a theme song, the iconic ballad from Simple Minds, …

BNL’s Reece Goodgame slaps hands with Mitchell’s Cooper McFadden after blasting a fourth-inning home run. Goodgame’s first career homer capped off BNL’s 11-0 win over the Bluejackets during Friday’s annual fundraiser for the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Cancer steals life, with such viciousness and disregard for how well the victim lived and cherished …

BNL’s Sara Williams connects for a hit during Monday’s clash with Living Water. Williams drove in the winning run in the bottom of the seventh as the Stars edged the Marlins 4-3. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Sara Williams wasted no time. With one final swing, with her team thirsty for a win, Bedford North Lawrence’s senior second baseman …

BNL’s Cutler Chastain celebrates at home plate after crushing a home run against New Albany. The Bulldogs scored twice in the ninth to escape with a 9-8 win over the Stars on Monday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – If all the hotel rooms in town have been reserved for the next three weeks, it’s probably someone from New Albany. …

BNL senior Emma Conover hits a forehand return during Monday’s clash with Columbus East. The Olympians conquered the Stars 4-1. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence hosted a party for its lone senior. Columbus East crashed it. The Olympians won the top four spots in the lineup on Monday while recording a 4-1 victory over the Stars, …

BNL shortstop Adalynn Bailey looks to fire to first base after forcing out a runner at second. Floyd Central conquered the Stars 11-3 in a battle for the HHC lead on Friday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – The wait was worth the time and trouble for Floyd Central. After a 90-minute rain delay, after a six-inning offensive delay …

BNL’s Elizabeth Miskuf cracks a forehand during Thursday’s action at No.2 singles. Jennings County rolled to a 5-0 triumph over the Stars. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – With missing pieces, Bedford North Lawrence could not solve the puzzle. Forced to adjust the lineup with two singles starters missing, the Stars had to juggle positions. Jennings County took advantage of …

BNL freshman Brody Simmons blasts a tee shot during Thursday’s round at Otis Park. Simmons shared medalist honors with a 39 as the Stars conquered New Albany on the front nine. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Perhaps they’re too young to know they should be scared, or scarred. Golf asks for a number for proof of ability, and age …

BNL’s Conner soars over the bar while winning the high jump during Tuesday’s clash with Jennings County and Edgewood. The Stars won seven events while finishing second in the boys meet. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Did anyone watch the fascinating viral video of the teen turkey hunter in Wisconsin who discovered an adult bobcat, stalking and poising to …

BNL’s Cam Gates celebrates on the mound after finishing his one-hit gem against Seymour. Gates also slammed two triples and a home run during a 6-1 win over the Owls on Monday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Gamers love their cheat codes. For those who are not addicted to the time-consuming fantasy worlds of screens and adventures, those are …

BNL’s Cam Gates celebrates after scoring the winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning, capping a dramatic 3-2 victory over Edgewood on Friday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Former St. Louis hurler Joaquin Andujar, quoted in a classic Yogi Berra-ism with a fumbled phrase, once stated “You can sum up the game of baseball in one …

BNL senior track star Tripp Stahl officially signed with UIndy on Thursday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Tripp Stahl is going to the dogs. Not in the sense that his skills are deteriorating or declining. Just the opposite. Stahl, Bedford North Lawrence’s senior super thrower, is on top of his game, setting new personal marks while chasing an event …

BNL’s Driven Axsom takes the baton and heads toward the finish line in the 400 relay. The Stars swept meets with Springs Valley and Barr-Reeve on Wednesday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – The pieces are snapping into place for Bedford North Lawrence. Constructing a team is similar to solving a jigsaw puzzle. After spreading out all the pieces, …

BNL’s Bella Warren celebrates at home plate after blasting a solo home run in the third inning against New Albany. The Stars topped the Bulldogs 3-2 to win their HHC opener on Wednesday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – The Wizard had the answer for Bedford North Lawrence’s early-season struggles. There’s no place like home, Dorothy. Click some ruby slippers, …

BNL’s Jaden Schofield drops down a bunt single during Monday’s clash with Linton. Schofield had three hits, including the game winner in the bottom of the seventh inning, as the Stars stopped the Miners 6-5. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Known for her sizzling speed, Bedford North Lawrence junior Jaden Schofield doesn’t walk anywhere. She’s not even drawn a …

Bloomington South’s Drew Palileo celebrates with coach Phil Kluesner after blasting a home run. The No.10 Panthers had eight extra-base hits while pounding the Stars 21-4 on Monday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bloomington South had been waiting for an offensive explosion. The Big Bang came at Bedford North Lawrence’s expense. The Panthers, ranked No.10 in the latest Class …

BNL shortstop Jackson Jones makes an acrobatic catch to tag out a Cathedral runner at second base. The Irish waited out two rain delays to top the Stars 14-5 on Friday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Good things come to those who wait, and Indianapolis Cathedral did an abundance of that for a marathon road victory. After a lengthy …

BNL’s Evan Tillett checks the wind before hitting a tee shot during Thursday’s round at Otis Park. Tillett was the medalist with an even-par 72, but Bloomington South won the team competition by 11 shots. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – When in doubt, go back to the drawing board. Or in Evan Tillett’s case, the driving range. Frustrated by …

BNL’s Dayson Kirby officially signed to play college football with Kentucky Wesleyan on Tuesday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Dayson Kirby’s star rose faster than Artemis II heading toward outer space. From the bottom of the Bedford North Lawrence depth chart, Kirby rocketed into the state and national spotlight with his passing production. His drive to improve, his pure …

BNL;s Luke Morris signed to play college football with Roosevelt University on Tuesday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – After playing the role of shut-down secondary surgeon for the Stars, one of these days Bedford North Lawrence senior Luke Morris could be the plastic surgeon for the stars. His possible route toward Hollywood will require a first stop in Chicago. …

BNL’s Bella Warren dives for the plate while scoring a run during Tuesday’s clash with Bloomfield. The Stars ended a seven-game skid with an 11-1 win over the Cardinals in the home opener. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – The late ESPN legend Stuart Scott authored several catchphrases during his SportsCenter career, most notably “as cool as the other side …

BNL’s Reece Goodgame gobbles up a ground ball at second base. The Stars suffered a 7-5 loss to Silver Creek in their home opener on Tuesday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Free baseball refers to extra innings, not the extra outs that allow free runs. Bedford North Lawrence surrendered too many second chances, allowing Silver Creek to score in …

BNL’s Claire Edwards cracks a backhand return during action at No.1 doubles. The Stars dropped a 5-0 decision to Barr-Reeve on Monday afternoon. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence shuffled the deck, but Barr-Reeve had too many winning cards. The Vikings conquered the Stars 5-0 during Monday’s clash on the BNL courts. BNL (0-2) featured a realigned …