Independence Wrestling Head Coach, Michael Doyle- was named Class 2A Coach of the year by The Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association. John Carey was named the Junior High Coach of the Year.
Independence put two wrestlers in the finals for the first time since 2006 and the Mustangs won their 29th dual in the quarterfinals, a school record.
Congratulations to Shay Whitman on signing with Hawkeye Community College!
Congratulations to Jadyn Schultz! Jadyn recently signed with Upper Iowa.
January 6, 2020 (Independence, IA) – Three of Independence’s baseball coaches recently attended the 2020 American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Convention from January 2 to January 5 in Nashville. Coaches Chico Lizarraga, Blake Willenborg, and Austin Czerwiec appreciated the opportunity to learn more about the latest in baseball technology and to grow as coaches.
“The ABCA is a tremendous opportunity to continue to learn and build relationships with other coaches,” said Lizarraga. “I was very excited to take my staff to their first ABCA experience this year. We all enjoyed the baseball knowledge shared and we continued to grow our bond as a staff.”
The convention had over 7,200 coaches in attendance, and featured a Trade Show with the top baseball products and technology, presentations and clinics presented by some of baseball’s best, hot stove discussions for coaches to share ideas, and highlighted speakers from baseball greats including Tim Corbin of Vanderbilt, JT Maguire of the Cleveland Indians, former MLB Manager Buck Showalter, Rick Heller of the University of Iowa, and many more.
Throughout the presentations, clinics, and discussions with other coaches, Lizarraga felt reassured that the Independence Baseball program is heading in the right direction.
“The ABCA provides reassurance that Indee Baseball is not just keeping up with the game or falling behind, but is rather forward-thinking with its player development,” said Lizarraga.
The Mustangs will make their debut on Monday, May 25 at Charles City. Until then, coaches are helping their players prepare in the batting cages at RiversEDGE.
The 77th annual ABCA Convention will be held January 7 through January 10, 2020 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
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Dylan Moffatt signed today to swim with Missouri State next year. Moffatt is a senior who specializes in mid-distance to distance freestyle. He won the Iowa high school state title in the 500 free in both his freshman and sophomore years, setting the state record in the latter with 4:27.77. As a junior, he was runner-up in the both 500 free (4:31.97) and 200 IM (1:52.14) and contributed to the 5th-place 200 medley relay (24.13 leadoff backstroke) and 7th-place 400 free relay (46.52 anchor).
His best times include:
He told Swimming World:
“I choose Missouri State because when I was on campus, I really felt like part of the family. I’m excited to call Missouri State my home for the next 4 years. Go Bears!!”
The Independence Mustang Football team concluded their 2019 campaign with an undefeated season, district championship and first round state playoff competition. The team dominated the Class 3A District #3 Awards.
Christian Kremer- Defensive Line
Cole Davis-Linebacker
Kaine Millard-Linebacker
Matthew Doyle- Linebacker
Kaleb Lamphier- Defensive Back
Dylan Reuther-Offensive Line
Landry Jones- Offensive Line
Blake Bartz- Wide Receiver
Logan Schmitt- Quarterback
Ben Moore
Marcus Beatty
Brady Webb
Brandon Haas
Spencer Cambell
Koby Donley
Matthew Doyle
Michael Higgins
Brayden Holt
Kaleb Lamphier
Dylan Reuther
Logan Schmitt
The Independence Volleyball team finished the regular season with a 27-11 record. Six players received recognition, highlighting a tremendous regular season for the Mustangs.
The Series:
This is the 106th meeting between these two teams. Independence overall is 48-54-3, 29-23-1 at home, and 18-31-2 on the road against West Delaware. The first meeting took place on November 4th, 1899, in Independence where the Mustangs won 15-0.
Coaching Records:
Justin Putz is in his 6th season as head coach of the Independence Mustangs and 7th overall. Currently, his record at Independence is 23-21-0. His overall coaching record is 28-26-0 in seven seasons with three playoff appearances.
Doug Winkowitsch is the head coach of the West Delaware Hawks.
The Series:
This is the 2nd meeting between these two teams. Independence overall is 0-1-0, 0-0-0 at home, and 0-1-0 on the road against Center Point-Urbana. The first meeting took place on September 14th, 2018, in Center Point where the Stormin’ Pointers won 34-14.
Homecoming Record:
This will be the 106th Homecoming Football Game. Independence is 48-52-5 while playing in Homecoming. This will be the first time playing Center Point-Urbana for a homecoming football game.
Coaching Records:
Justin Putz is in his 6th season as head coach of the Independence Mustangs and 7th overall. Currently, his record at Independence is 22-21-0. His overall coaching record is 27-26-0 in seven seasons with three playoff appearances.
Dan Burke is the head coach of the Center Point-Urbana Stormin’ Pointers.
The Series:
This is the 43rd meeting between these two teams. Independence overall is 24-18-0, 16-5-0 at home, and 8-13-0 on the road against Maquoketa. The first meeting took place on September 16th, 1949, in Independence where the Mustangs won 13-0.
Coaching Records:
Justin Putz is in his 6th season as head coach of the Independence Mustangs and 7th overall. Currently, his record at Independence is 20-21-0. His overall coaching record is 25-26-0 in seven seasons with three playoff appearances.
Kevin Bowman is the head coach of the Maquoketa Cardinals.