Daily Sun sports

It will be back to the volleyball and basketball courts this weekend for a number of recently graduated high school athletes as they compete in the annual Southeast Nebraska All-Star games, sponsored by Southeast Community College-Beatrice.

The 19th annual all-star volleyball contest will be held tonight (Friday), beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Southeast’s Truman Center.

Diller-Odell coach Theresa Knabe, assisted by Sterling coach Stan Karr, will lead the East All-Star squad, while Utica-Centennial coach Craig Songster will head up the West team, assisted by Exeter-Milligan coach Darcy White.

Saturday night, the roundballers will take the court for the 21st annual all-star girls and boys basketball games.

Girls action will tip-off at 6 p.m. at the Truman Center with the boys game scheduled to start at 8 p.m.

The East girls team will be coached by Tecumseh-Johnson County Central coach Randy Miller, assisted by Lewiston coach Jay Knaak, while Sutton coach Andy Gerlecz will head up the West team, assisted by Bruning-Davenport coach Doug Otto.

For the boys game, the East will be led by Auburn coach Denny Crawford, assisted by Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer coach Bill Nordloh, while the West team will be led by Hebron-Thayer Central coach Mike Bantam, assisted by Fairbury coach Rick Bell.

For the all-star games, recently graduated seniors are nominated for their respective all-star squads by their high school coaches and are then screened by a committee made of the current all-star coaching staff and previous all-star coaches.

Volleyball

East All-Stars

Justine DeBuhr, Nebraska City, daughter of Randy and Jolene DeBuhr, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in elementary education. Her high school coach was Marla Larsen.

Amber Duntz, Diller-Odell, daughter of Kyle and Janice Duntz, plans to attend Doane College-Crete, majoring in exercise science. Her high school coach was Theresa Knabe.

Ellie Jacobson, Syracuse, daughter of Dennis and Pam Prichard and Curt and Jean Jacobson, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Omaha, majoring in pre-nursing. Her high school coach was Dean Farley.

Morgan Handley, Falls City Sacred Heart, daughter of Randy and Judy Handley, plans to attend Southeast Community College-Lincoln, taking academic transfer classes. Her high school coach was Lori Harring.

Alyse Holmes, Nebraska City Lourdes, daughter of Loren and Elizabeth Holmes, plans to atend the University of Nebraska-Omaha, majoring in graphic design. Her high school coach was Michelle Kreifels.

Kate Wellensiek, Tecumseh-Johnson County Central, daughter of Dean and Jody Wellensiek, plans to attend the University of South Dakota, majoring in education. Her high school coach was Ben Swanson.

Jordan Broady, Johnson-Brock, daughter of Jeff and Lori Broady, plans to attend Bellevue University, majoring in psychology. Her high school coach was Cory Starner.

Megan Poe, Firth Norris, daughter of Mike and Gale Poe, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in interior design. Her high school coach was Rhonda Burbach.

Brooke Wininger, Johnson-Brock, daughter of Dwight and Lary Lyn Wininger, plans to attend William Jewell College, majoring in sports and recreation. Her high school coach was Cory Starner.

Paige Schmid, Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer, daughter of Mark and Deb Schmid, plans to attend Highland (Kan.) Community College, majoring in interior design. Her high school coach was Kara Engles.

Sarah Mathewson, Pawnee City, daughter of Mike and Lisa Mathewson, plans to attend Highland Community College, majoring in English. Her high school coach was Jennifer Koehler.

Katie Dettmer, Syracuse, daughter of Steve and Chris Dettmer, plans to attend Dana College, with an undeclared major. Her high school coach was Dean Farley.

West All-Stars

Stephanie Hoyt, Clay Center, daughter of Bill and Doris Hoyt, plans to attend Hastings College, majoring in elementary education. Her high school coach was Julie Studnicka.

J.J. Hoins, Superior, daughter of Doug and Clara Hoins, plans to attend Central Community College-Columbus, majoring in speech language pathology. Her high school coach was Kelly Herrick.

Allie Kenning, Hebron-Thayer Central, daughter of Alan and Deb Kenning, plans to attend Concordia University-Seward, majoring in early childhood education. Her high school coach was Kurt Wiedel.

Amber Engler, Beatrice, daughter of Mark and Linda Engler, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in education. Her high school coach was Melissa Carper.

Mackenzie Sullivan, Utica-Centennial, daughter of Gary and Sue Sullivan, plans to attend Cuesta-San Luis Obispo or Creighton University, majoring in kinesiology/physical therapy. Her high school coach was Craig Songster.

Mackenzie McCartney, Lawrence-Nelson, daughter of Boyd and Sheila McCartney, plans to attend Highland Community College, majoring in speech/language pathology. Her high school coach was Michelle Harrington.

Brittanie Simonsen, Superior, daughter of Les and Monice Simonsen, plans to attned Nebraska Wesleyan University-Lincoln, with an undeclared major. Her high school coach was Kelly Harrick.

Jessica Zimmerman, DeWitt Tri County, daughter of Jeff and Darcy Zimmerman, plans to attend the College of St. Mary’s-Omaha, majoring in occupational therapy. Her high school coach was Brett Scheiding.

Whitney Ebke, Fairbury, daughter of Steven and Deborah Ebke, plans to attned the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, with an undeclared major. Her high school coach was Kristi Peterson.

Jessie Sorensen, Clay Center, daughter of Harlan and Tammy Sorensen, plans to attend Hastings College, majoring in studio art/psychology. Her high school coach was Julie Studnicka.

Delaney Schlake, Beatrice, daughter of Robert and Denise Schlake, plans to attend Hesston (Kan.) College, majoring in nursing. Her high school coach was Melissa Carper.

Katherine Roemmich, Geneva-Fillmore Central, daughter of Steve and Vickie Roemmich, plans to attend Doane College, majoring in elementary/special education. Her high school coach was Michelle Evans.

Girls Basketball

East All-Stars

Emily Brink, Lourdes, daughter of Ed and Deb Brink, is undecided about her college plans. Her high school coach was C.C. Fitzgerald.

Jessica Tator, Lewiston, daughter of Marc and LeAnne Tatro, plans to attend Dana College, majoring in elementary education. Her high school coach was Jay Knaak.

Laura Brink, Lourdes, daughter of Ed and Deb Brink, plans to attend Doane College, majoring in biology and minoring in Spanish. Her high school coach was C.C. Fitzgerald.

Miranda Chandler, Sacred Heart, daughter of Jamie and Tana Chandler, plans to attend Peru State College, majoring in pre-nursing. Her high school coach was Luke Santo.

Kelsi Holthus, Johnson County Central, daughte rof Dave and Patti Holthus, plans to attend Doane College, majoring in physical therapy. Her high school coach was Randy Miller.

Emily Reed, Syracuse, daughter of Blaine and Patty Reed, plans to attend Doane College, majoring in early childhood education. Her high school coach was Tim Isaacs.

Darcy Stice, Sacred Heart, daughter of Donnie and Julie Stice, plans to attend Missour Western State University, majoring in education. Her high school coach was Luke Santo.

Hailey Collins, Auburn, daughter of Susan adn Bentley Brown and Pat and Rochelle Collins, plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University, majoring in pre-nursing. Her high school coach was Shawn Wehenkel.

Macie Kuker, Sacred Heart, daughter of Mike and Demetta Kuker, plans to attend Highland College, with an undeclared major. Her high school coach was Luke Santo.

Alex Landwehr, Syracuse, daughter of Randy and Deb Landwher, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in pre-pharmacy. Her high school coach was Tim Isaacs.

Jamie Theye, Diller-Odell, daughter of Daylon and Kay Theye, plans to attend Soutehast Community College-Beatrice, majoring in business. Her high school coach was John Mohr.

Jamie Straube, Johnson County Central, daughter of Dave and Paula Straube, plans to attend Iowa State University, majoring in diet and exercise. Her high school coach was Randy Miller.

West All-Stars

Amber Filipi, Exeter-Milligan, daughter of Larry and Deb Filipi, plans to attend Xenon International Academy, maoring in cosmetology/esthetics. Her high school coach was Jackson Krejci.

Channa Hess, McCool Junction, daughter of Glenn and Cheryl Hess, plans to attend Grace University, majoring in psychology. Her high school caoch was Nicky White.

Tara Herbek, Deshler, daughter of Dara Herbek and Randy Herbek, plans to attend Concorida University, majoring in exercise science. Her high school coach was Heath Birkel.

Jaycee Jacobitz, Lawrence-Nelson, daughter of Dan and Micki Jacobitz, plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University, majorin gin pre-physical therapy. Her high school coach was Cathy Biltoft.

Justina Kassik, Exeter-Milligan, daughter of Mike and Deb Kassik, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in animal science. Her high school coach was Jackson Krejci.

Sondra McCord, Daykin Meridian, daughter of Ron and Angie Erickson and Matt and Jill McCord, plans to attend York College, majoring in graphic design. Her high school coach was Robert Schropfer.

Courtney Spongberg, Sutton, daugther of Steve and Sue Spongberg, plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University, majoring in physical therapy. Her high school coach was Andy Gerlecz.

Kelsey Otto, Bruning-Davenport, daughter of Doug and Cathy Otto, plans to attend Central Community College-Hastings, majoring in health information management. Her high school coach was Doug Otto.

Emily Pribyl, Fillmore Central, daughterof Tom and Marilyn Pribyl, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in food science technology. Her high school coach was Mark Madison.

Kacey Zajicek, Wilber-Clatonia, daughter of Paul and Pam Zajicek, plans to attend Doane College, majoring in elementary education. Her high school coach was Doug Gross.

Ashley Dahl, Deshler, daughter of Paula and Tom Dahl, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in elementary education. Her high school coach was Heath Birkel.

Aundrea Morner, McCool Junction, daughter of Randy and Cindy Morner, plans to attend, Midland Lutheran College-Fremont, with an undeclared major. Her high school coach was Nicky White.

Boys Basketball

East All-Stars

Joe Santo, Sacred Heart, son of Rick and Cindy Soto, plans to attend Peru State College, majoring in elementary education. His high school coach was Doug Goltz.

Nate Callen, Norris, son of Max and Janne Callen, plans to attend Soutehrn Nazarene Unviersity, majoring in sports management. His high school coach was Curt Carlson.

Alex Heard, Auburn, son fo Roy and Jodi Heard, plans to attend Wayne State College, majoring in business. His high school coach was Denny Crawford.

Derek Vrtiska, Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer, son of Damian and Sheila Vrtiska, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in professional golf management. His high school coach was Bill Nordloh.

Ryan Busboom, Adams Freeman, son of Eugene and Bonnie Busboom, plans to attned Barton County (Kan.) Community College, taking academic transfer courses. His high school coach was Jim McLaughlin.

Spencer Knoche, Lewiston, son of Steve and Glenda Knoche, plans to attend Missouri Western State University, with an undecarled major. His high school coach was Scott Kraus.

Mavrick Pagnano, Falls City, son of Mike and Laura Pagnano, plans to attend Southeast Community College-Lincoln, majoring in welding. His high school coach was Don Hogue.

Wade Meyer, Syracuse, son of Bill and Nadine Meyer, plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University, majoring in agronomy. His high school coach was Mark Hrabik.

Bobby Peterson, Johnson County Central, son of Karen Louw, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Omaha, with an undeclared major. His high school coach was Chris Hutt.

Jacob Saathoff, Sterling, son of Paul and Laurie Saathoff, plans to attend Southeast Community College-Beatrice, majoring in diversified agriculture. His high school coach was Jimmy Motz.

Marshall Joy, Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer, son of Mark and Susan Joy, plans to attend Peru State College, with an undeclared major. His high school coach was Bill Nordloh.

John Musil, Pawnee City, son of Robert and Tammy Musil, plans to attend Wayne State College, majoring in chemistry. His high school coach was Tyler Colvin.

West All-Stars

Brady Firley, Deshler, son of Brad and Linda Firley, plans to attend Concordia University, majoring in secondary education. His high school coach was Jack Sobotka.

Phil Friedrich, Seward, son of Brian and Laurie Friedrich, plans to attend Concorida University, majoring in business. His high school coach was Jim Placke.

Caleb Kenner, Thayer Central, son of Pat and Carlene Kenner, plans to attend Dana College, majoring in business. His high school coach was Mike Bantam.

Nathan Foley, Centennial, son of Michael and Kristin Foley, plan to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in business administration. His high school coach was Robert Fish.

Dalen Hall, McCool Junction, son of Dan and Connie Hall, plan to attend Doane College, with an undeclared major. His high school coach was Trent Colle.

Scott Nannen, York, son of Mark and Dawn Nannen, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Kearney, majoring in elementary education. His high school coach was Dan Malleck.

Devan Schmidt, Fairbury, son of Kevin and Monica Schmidt, plans to attend Southeast Community College-Beatrice, majoring in education. His high school coach was Rick Bell.

Weston Fanders, Tri County, son of Greg and Connie Fanders, plan to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in chemical engineering. His high school coach was Jesse Gronemeyer.

Kyle Schultz, Superior, son of Kevin and Ann Schultz, plan to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in grazing livestock systems. His high school coach was Ron Thayer.

Grant Smith, Beatrice, son of Dave and Rita Smith, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in mechanical engineering. His high school coach was Jim Weeks.

Clint Watson, Wilber-Clatonia, son of Timothy and Brenda Watson, plans to attend Doane College or Hastings College, majoring in business. His high school coach was Tim Barada.

Brent Houchin, Bruning-Davenport, son of Bruce and Mary Houchin, plans to attend Concorida University, majoring in business. His high school coach was Fred Kluck.