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Pischea and Hodges Named February Independent Bank Athletes of the Month

Posted on 03/17/2025

Congratulations to Margaret Pischea and Trevor Hodges who were named Independent Bank Student-Athletes of the Month for February.  Both student-athletes were recognized by Independent Bank representative Boomer Hoppough at the February IHS student awards ceremony.  The award is presented to seniors based on leadership, academics, and athletics.  Each student-athlete now qualifies for a chance to win the $1000 Independent Bank Student-Athlete of the Year scholarship presented on senior night to one male and one female athlete.February Female Athlete of the Month: Margaret PischeaParents: Aimee and ScottCollege: Michigan StateMajor: International RelationsSports: Volleyball 2 years and Tennis 4 yearsAcademics: MCC’s President's Honor Roll, CAAC Scholar-Athlete, IHS Scholar athlete, and Bulldog Scholar.Leadership: YAC Co-Chair, IHS National Honor Society Secretary, and Link Crew.February Male Athlete of the Month: Trevor HodgesParents: Allan an

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2024-25 Fall and Winter IHS Scholar Athletes

Updated on 02/07/2025

2024-2025 FALL AND WINTER SCHOLAR ATHLETES The following Fall and Winter sports athletes have earned IHS Scholar Athlete status by maintaining a 3.2 GPA  and above for the first semester.  An (*) indicates that these students were both a Fall and Winter scholar athlete.  Athletes may request a certificate in the Student Services Office. Dillon Adams Nate Allen Emily Anderson* Wyatt Anes Elena Aranda Gonzalez* Cashmire Austin Johan Baeza Alexa Barna Kennedy Batista* Ava Benedict* Brooke Benedict* Mariya Berry* Wyatt Berry* Shiann Boer Ava Bowen* Addie Bowne Ireland Brown Taylor Brown Tyson Brownell Ava Bucholtz Brooklynn Burhans Emanuel Cardoso Henry Castle* Ricky Charon Wade Charon Jordyn Ciganick Tristan Ciganick* Kaya Clark Mason Clark Lena Cox* Lillian Croel Kendall Cusack Charlotte d'Alquen Alexias Daugherty* Layla Delnay Joslin DeMara* Br

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Schafer and Goeckel Named January Independent Bank Athletes of the Month

Updated on 02/02/2025

Congratulations to Sarah Schafer and Carl Goeckel who were named Independent Bank Student-Athletes of the Month for January.  Both student-athletes were recognized by Independent Bank representative Boomer Hoppough at Thursday’s IHS student awards ceremony.  The award is presented to seniors based on leadership, academics, and athletics.  Each student-athlete now qualifies for a chance to win the $1000 Independent Bank Student-Athlete of the Year scholarship presented on senior night to one male and one female athlete. January Female Athlete of the Month: Sarah Schafer Parents: Belinda and Todd College: Undecided Major: Veterinary Medicine Sports: Cheer 4yrs., Wrestling 4yrs, and Tennis 3 yrs. (Will be a Block I Award winner).  Currently ranked 7th in the state in girls wrestling, 2025 CAAC Conference Champion, and is a 2 time State Finals qualifier. Academics: Team Academic All-State Wrestling 2022, 2023, and 2024 and IHS Sc

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IHS Weekly Athletic Schedule 3/17-3/22

Updated on 03/17/2025

What a great start for the Spring sports season as we had over 200 athletes come out to participate and our teams were able to get outside all week long.  With contests starting this week and the weather looking questionable later in the week, please be ready for lots of changes to the schedule.  Flexibility and communication are the keys to a successful spring season! Congratulations to Carl Goeckel who finished 11th in the 100 yard butterfly at this weekend’s MHSAA Division 3 Boys Swimming State Finals! Good luck to all our teams this week! Weekly Athletic Schedule3/17 Girls Tennis/Boys Golf/Softball/Baseball Parent Meeting 5:30 pm in the Gym 3/17 Boys and Girls Powerlifting Banquet 7:00 pm in the Learning Center 3/18 Girls Basketball Banquet 7:00 pm in the Learning Center 3/19 Girls Tennis Home 4:00 pm vs Lansing Eastern  3/19 Girls Soccer Away 5:30 pm vs Everett (Bus leaves @ 3:45) waiting to hear if they will have a jv te

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IMS Weekly Athletic Schedule 3/17- 3/21

Updated on 03/16/2025

Our middle school boys and girls track season starts this week with open runs.  Any 6th, 7th, or 8th IMS boy or girl interested in running needs to make sure they have completed the 2024-25 IMS Sports Registration prior to the first practice (Click on link for details).The track coaches will be holding open runs on 3/18, 3/19, and 3/20 from 3:00-4:00 pm at the MS.The first official practice will be:Girls only Practice Tuesday, March 25th 3:00-5:00 @ the MSBoys only Practice Wednesday, March 26th 3:00-5:00 @ the MSFirst Combined Practice Thursday, March 27th 3:00-5:00 @ the MSGet registered for Ionia Youth Softball!Come out on March 15th as the Ionia Affiliated Boosters presents the Tyler Gitchel Band!Go to Ioniaathletics.org for results of all contests, schedules, and more.IMS Weekly Athletic ScheduleNo Events this Week For more information about all Middle Sports click on (Here)!!!

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2024-25 CAAC Fall All-Conference Athletes

Updated on 12/03/2024

    Boys Cross Country All-Conference Liam Thelen   Honorable Mention  Jaxxon Thelen   Academic All-Conference Jaxxon Thelen   Girls Cross Country Honorable Mention  Carleigh Thompson   Academic All-Conference  Emma Lange Angie Reyes Carleigh Thompson Emily Anderson   Football All-Conference Tristin Ciganick Henry Castle Spencer Tooker Parker Seidleman Wyatte Erridge Jonathan Rico Landen Steffen   Honorable Mention Wolton Sandborn Braylon Granger Carter Starks Seth Woods Kellan Ferguson   Academic All-Conference Nolan Hart Braylon Granger Henry Castle Carter Starks Seth Woods Landen Steffen   Girls Golf All-Conference Lila Redder   Academic All-Conference Lillian Croel Gabbey Meyers Lila Redder Kassidy VanderKlok   Sideline Cheer Aca

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White and Tooker Named December Independent Bank Athletes of the Month

Updated on 01/05/2025

Congratulations to Aubree White and Spencer Tooker who were named Independent Bank Student-Athletes of the Month for December.  Both student-athletes were recognized by Independent Bank representative Boomer Hoppough before the break at the IHS student awards ceremony.  The award is presented to seniors based on leadership, academics, and athletics.  Each student-athlete now qualifies for a chance to win the $1000 Independent Bank Student-Athlete of the Year scholarship presented on senior night to one male and one female athlete. December Female Athlete of the Month: Aubree White Parents: David and Tonya White College: Undecided Major: Sonography Sports: Basketball (4 yrs. On varsity) Academics: CAAC Scholar-Athlete, IHS Scholar athlete, and Bulldog Scholar. Leadership: Student Council Officer, Ionia National Honors Society, Link Crew, Interact Club, SADD, and Team Captain December Male Athlete of the Month: Spencer Tooker Pare

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Udell and Starks Named November Independent Bank Athletes of the Month

Updated on 12/03/2024

Congratulations to Ella Udell and Carter Starks who were named Independent Bank Student-Athletes of the Month for November.  Both student-athletes will be recognized by Independent Bank representative Boomer Hoppough on December 12th at the IHS student awards ceremony.  The award is presented to seniors based on leadership, academics, and athletics.  Each student-athlete now qualifies for a chance to win the $1000 Independent Bank Student-Athlete of the Year scholarship presented on senior night to one male and one female athlete. November Female Athlete of the Month: Ella Udell Parents: Joel and Jenny Udell College: MCC to MSU Major: Sociology and Economics Sports: Volleyball (1 yr)/Swim (3 yrs), Dance (1 yr)/Powerlifting (3 yrs), and Track and Field (3 yrs).  Will be a class of 2025 Block of Honor winner. Academics: Academic All-State Swimming, CAAC Scholar-Athlete, IHS Scholar athlete, and Bulldog Scholar. Leadership: Leadership commi

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Lamphere Signs to Swim for the Scots

Updated on 11/13/2024

  Congratulations to Katelyn Lamphere who signed with Alma College to continue her swimming career at the next level.  With family, friends, teammates, coaches, and administration looking on, Katlyn signed her letter of intent to become a Scot. Katelyn participated in girls swimming and diving for the Bulldogs throughout her high school career.  Earning CAAC all conference honors in the 50,100, and 200 Freestyle as well as  the 200 and 400 free relay. Centurion award fr swim 2022 and double centurion award for swim 2023. Misca zone 7 all area team and is a state qualifier in the 200 yd for the 2024 season. Freestyle relay.  While we are excited to see Katelyn continue her swimming career for the Alma College Scots.  She will always be a Bulldog in the eyes of our IHS family!  

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2024-25 IHS Sports Registration Open

Updated on 03/09/2025

 2024-25 IHS SPORTS REGISTRATIONIonia High School offers 25 athletic programs to its students over three sports seasons.  With 21 of these sports being sponsored by the MHSAA.  Go to Ioniaathletic.org and click on HS Sports in the menu bar for more details.Registration can be completed online or in the Athletic Department Office at the HS:Online registration is open and can be completed at any time.In person registration will begin on Wednesday, July 31st and can be done during regular office hours from 7:00-3:00 on any day school is in session.*Please note that if you played sports for IPS last year, you don't need to create a new account, as you should be able to login to your Student Central account to update your information, upload your current physical, and complete all acknowledgments. Go to https://studentcentral.bigteams.com/ and create an account (Parents and students must each create an account).Link to: Student Central step by step directionsYou can

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2024-25 IMS Sports Registration Open

Updated on 03/09/2025

2024-25 IMS SPORTS REGISTRATIONIonia Middle School offers 9 school sponsored sports over 4 sports seasons.  It also works in cooperation with the high school varsity coaches, youth sports programs, and the Ionia Parks and Recreation Department to offer 10 Junior Bulldog programs throughout the year.Registration can be completed online or in the Athletic Department Office at the HS:Online registration is open and can be completed at any time.In person registration will begin on Wednesday, July 31st and can be done during regular office hours from 7:00-3:00 on any day school is in session.*Please note that if you played sports for IPS last year, you don't need to create a new account, as you should be able to login to your Student Central account to update your information, upload your current physical, and complete all acknowledgments. Go to https://studentcentral.bigteams.com/ and create an account (Parents and students must each create an account).Link to: Student Centr

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Varsity Softball Drops 2 to Saranac

Girls Varsity Softball
Posted on 03/19/2025

Ionia Varsity Bulldogs Stymied By Saranac Varsity RedHawks Ionia Varsity Bulldogs had trouble keeping up with Saranac Varsity RedHawks in a 13-3 loss on Wednesday at TBD. Ava Bowen started the game for Ionia Varsity Bulldogs. The pitcher gave up 13 hits and 13 runs (eight earned) over five innings, striking out five and walking two. Allison White opened the game for Saranac Varsity RedHawks. The starter surrendered four hits and three runs over five innings, striking out six and walking two. Alli Shaw led Ionia Varsity Bulldogs with two runs batted in. The infielder went 2-for-3 on the day. Game 2 Ionia Varsity Bulldogs Falls To Saranac Varsity RedHawks In High-Scoring Affair Both teams put up a bunch of runs, but Ionia Varsity Bulldogs fell to Saranac Varsity RedHawks 13-11 on Wednesday. Saranac Varsity RedHawks collected 10 hits, while Ionia Varsity Bulldogs had 12. Saranac Varsity RedHawks rallied for the victory despite trailing 5-0 in the first.&

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JV Softball Falls to Saranac

Girls Junior Varsity Softball
Posted on 03/19/2025

Ionia JV Softball kicked off their season on the road against Saranac on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.  In Game 1, Ionia battled hard but came up short, falling to Saranac 0-22. Miah Wittenbach went 1-2, Gena Rogers went 2-2, and Kaylynn Wizorek went 1-1. Taylor Ferris led the way on the mound.  The Bulldogs saw offensive improvements in Game 2, scoring three runs but ultimately taking another loss (3-26). Gena Rogers and Kaya Clark not only pitched for the Bulldogs but also had standout performances at the plate, both going 2-2. Miah Wittenbach, Aubrei Nash, and Kaylynn Wizorek each went 1-2, while Analina Falcon went 1-1.   Although the results didn’t go their way, the Bulldogs are eager to continue improving throughout the season. They look forward to their home opener on March 24, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

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Boys Varsity Baseball Wins Opener 12-2 In Six Innings

Boys Varsity Baseball
Posted on 03/19/2025

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Girls Varsity Soccer Opens Season With Win

Girls Varsity Soccer
Posted on 03/19/2025

The Ionia girls varsity soccer team opened their season with a commanding 6-0 win over Lansing Everett on Wednesday night. Our defense really controlled the pace and the flow of the entire game, shutting Everett down at every opportunity. We held Everett to just one shot attempt on goal and our defense was able to keep the ball on the foot of the offense all night. Ava Benedict started her first career varsity game and did not disappoint, scoring a hatrick on the night, all in the first half. Taylor Browne and Natalia Magallon would also add goals on the night , with Lansing Everett scoring an own goal to round out the scoring. Isabelle Vasquez and Kiara Goodsell both recorded assists in the game.Ionia will look to make it two in a row when they take on Belding in a home matchup on Friday night. Jv kickoff will be 5:30 and varsity will kick at 7. 

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Girls Junior Varsity Soccer vs. Everett High School

Girls Junior Varsity Soccer
Posted on 03/19/2025

The JV Ionia Girls Soccer team's recent game against Everett High School. The team tied with a score of 1-1.The team demonstrated excellent ball movement and controlled the majority of the game. Ionia had a total of 7 shots on goal, with Makayla VanAllsburg scoring the tying goal for the Bulldogs. That starts our record for the year at 0-0-1.Our next game is a home game on March 21, 2025, against Belding High School at 5:30 pm.

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Girls Tennis Wins 6-2 Over Lansing Eastern

Girls Varsity Tennis
Posted on 03/19/2025

The Ionia girls tennis team got off to a good start Wednesday night, defeating Lansing Eastern 6-2.1st singles Margaret Pischea lost 6-4,6-0. 2nd singles Avelin McGuire won 6-3,7-5. 3rd singles Abella Woodard won 6-2,6-2, 4th singles Keagan Prescott lost 6-4,7-5.1st doubles Tessa Lemke and Audrey Wall won 6-1,6-2. 2nd doubles Logan Thomas and Amelia Griffith won 6-2,6-0. 3rd doubles Mariya Berry and Katelyn Weber won 6-1,6-1. 4th doubles Camrys Robinson and Ellie Lamphere won 6-0,6-1. Winning for the JV were doubles Sarah Schafer and Charly Smith, Harleigh Kruger and Aszlin Barna, Olivia Lemke and Ryley Helmes, Quin Brown and Chloe Zander, and also Sally Lamphere and Tessa Nash.Ionia will be back in action next Wednesday when they travel to Hastings.

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Boys Junior Varsity Baseball vs. Saranac High School

Boys Junior Varsity Baseball
Posted on 03/19/2025

The JV Baseball team opened up their season taking two on the road tonight in SaranacGame 1Ethan Wenzel Puts On Strong Contact Performance As Ionia Junior Varsity Bulldogs Take The Win Over SaranacEthan Wenzel collected three hits in three at bats, as Ionia Junior Varsity Bulldogs defeated Saranac 6-5 on Wednesday. Wenzel singled in the first inning, singled in the second inning, and singled in the fourth inning.A single by Wenzel put Ionia Junior Varsity Bulldogs on the board in the top of the first.A single by Wenzel extended the Ionia Junior Varsity Bulldogs lead to 3-1 in the top of the second inning.#19 stole home, which helped Saranac tie the game at three in the bottom of the third.In the top of the fourth, Ionia Junior Varsity Bulldogs broke up the tie when Jaysen Schmid singled, scoring one run. Then a single by Noah Castillo followed to extend the lead to 6-3.Teddy Sprank earned the win for Ionia Junior Varsity Bulldogs. The pitcher gave up five hits and three runs over three

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A Season Racks to the End at Lake Orion

Boys Varsity Powerlifting
Updated on 03/10/2025

Lake Orion, MI – On a beautifully sunny day at Lake Orion High School, seven Ionia Bulldogs took the powerlifting season to the final day. In doing so, they represented themselves, their family, their team, and their community as exemplars of G.R.I.T. and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Personal records were set, laughter was shared, and careers came to a close. However, the framework for future Bulldog lifters was solidified today in the MHSPLA community.  The morning started with our five Women State qualifiers taking to the platform, showing why Ionia is known for G.R.I.T. in her first year as a powerlifter. Harliegh Kruger finished in 15th place in the 105lb weight class. Cashmere Austin, her platform sister, capped off her senior year with a 5th-place finish, bringing home a medal and a 435lb total in the 105lb weight class.  Nelly Shippey was our other medal winner, with a 9th-place finish in the 168lb weight class. As a junior, she is positioning herself for a big senior year n

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A Season Racks to the End at Lake Orion

Girls Varsity Powerlifting
Updated on 03/10/2025

Lake Orion, MI – On a beautifully sunny day at Lake Orion High School, seven Ionia Bulldogs took the powerlifting season to the final day. In doing so, they represented themselves, their family, their team, and their community as exemplars of G.R.I.T. and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Personal records were set, laughter was shared, and careers came to a close. However, the framework for future Bulldog lifters was solidified today in the MHSPLA community.  The morning started with our five Women State qualifiers taking to the platform, showing why Ionia is known for G.R.I.T. in her first year as a powerlifter. Harliegh Kruger finished in 15th place in the 105lb weight class. Cashmere Austin, her platform sister, capped off her senior year with a 5th-place finish, bringing home a medal and a 435lb total in the 105lb weight class.  Nelly Shippey was our other medal winner, with a 9th-place finish in the 168lb weight class. As a junior, she is positioning herself for a big senior year n

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Boy Swimming Complete at Last Chance Meet

Boys Varsity Swimming
Updated on 03/07/2025

Bulldog swimmers Jaxxon Thelen, Bodey Brownell, Cooper Highlen, and Talon Thompson competed at the last chance meet at the Holland Aquatic Center.  Bodey, Cooper, and Talon all swam the 50-yard freestyle and all three PR’ed.  They also all swam the 100-yard freestyle which Talon and Cooper PR’ed.  Jaxxon swam the 100-yard backstroke and put up a good showing but did not hit his PR.  While none of them were able to get state qualifying times the future looks verry bright for the Ionia Boys Swim Team and we look forward to next year!

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MHSAA Regional Diving Results

Boys Varsity Swimming
Posted on 03/07/2025

On Thursday the Ionia boys swimming and diving team sent Carliegh Thompson to St. Johns to compete at the MHSAA diving regional competition.  The competition was very tough and while Carliegh gave it her all she didn’t place.  While her season comes to an end this year, she will be back next year to challenge the other divers once again. 

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Middle School Wrestling Splits at Haslett Double Double

CoEd Middle School Wrestling
Posted on 03/07/2025

On 3/4/25 Ionia Bulldogs traveled to Haslett Middle School for our season's final Dual. Ionia took a victory against Haslett going 45-21, and losing to Waverly 18-31. Our Athletes who ended the season with a win were Khloe Eagen going 1-0, Olivia White 1-1, Juliette Stoakes 2-0, Lincoln Lance 1-1, Jordan Shattuck 2-0, Cylis Piche 1-1, Lorenzo Lopez 1-1, Jordan Wieland 2-0, and Vincent Darling 1-1. I am so unbelievably proud and happy for what all of these athletes accomplished, this will end our season with 1-13-1. Looking forward to seeing how our team will grow next year!

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Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Portland High School

Girls Varsity Basketball
Posted on 03/05/2025

The Bulldogs ended their season tonight with a loss to Portland 30-68.  Leading scorer was Logan Thomas with 12 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 steals.  Lexi Daugherty had 8 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal.  Tessa Lemke had 6 points and  7 rebounds.  Aubree White had 2 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists and 1 steal.  Avery Hoppough had 2 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal.  The Bulldogs ended their season 13-8.  

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Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Central Montcalm High School

Girls Varsity Basketball
Posted on 03/03/2025

The Bulldogs came out with a victory tonight in the first round of districts beating Central Montcalm 57-40.  Leading scorers were Tessa Lemke with 20 points, 15 rebounds and 3 steals.  Avery Hoppough scored 9 points, had 3 rebounds and 1 steal.  Lexi Daugherty had 8 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.  Logan Thomas had 8 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists.  Aubree White had 8 points, 5 rebounds and 1 assist.  Josie Lee had 4 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists.  The Bulldogs will play Wednesday, March 5 at 5:30 in the district semi-finals against Portland at Ionia.  

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Cox Represents Girls Bowling in State Finals

Girls Varsity Bowling
Posted on 03/03/2025

The individual girls bowling State Finals were held a Century Bowl in Waterford on Saturday where each individual bowled 6 games with the top 16 moving on to match play.  Ionia's Leana Cox was our lone qualifier for the Bulldogs and started strong on the day averaging 170.5 through her first 4 games, but a hiccup in her 5th game bumped her out of contention for match play.  Lena finished the day with a 954 series.  Congratulations to Lena for qualifying for the finals and representing her program, school, and community with pride!Click on link for a full list of girls finals results.  

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JV State Meet

Girls Varsity Powerlifting
Updated on 03/02/2025

Flint, Mi – The 13 Ionia JV bulldogs who traveled to Flint Powers Catholic High School closed their season putting their best foot forward and building for the future. As a team, the JV bulldogs came together this season and truly became a family, and it showed again on Saturday. F.A.M.I.L.Y., our team motto (Forget About Me I Love You), runs deep in our team, our hearts, and it showed on the platforms on Saturday as our lifters spotted, encouraged, and cheered on their friends and fellow competitors all meet long.  The hopes to bring home a trophy fell short today, but the future looks bright. Of our 13 lifters competing today, 5 placed in the top 10 in the state. Placing in the top ten from the Lady Bulldogs was Peyton Batista, who finished Second in the 105lb weight class. Ava Benedict followed closely with a 5th-place finish. Both these ladies put the powerlifting scene on notice and will be back with a vengeance next year. Carly Valera-Benavidez started to tap into her t

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JV State Meet

Boys Varsity Powerlifting
Updated on 03/02/2025

Flint, Mi – The 13 Ionia JV bulldogs who traveled to Flint Powers Catholic High School closed their season putting their best foot forward and building for the future. As a team, the JV bulldogs came together this season and truly became a family, and it showed again on Saturday. F.A.M.I.L.Y., our team motto (Forget About Me I Love You), runs deep in our team, our hearts, and it showed on the platforms on Saturday as our lifters spotted, encouraged, and cheered on their friends and fellow competitors all meet long.  The hopes to bring home a trophy fell short today, but the future looks bright. Of our 13 lifters competing today, 5 placed in the top 10 in the state. Placing in the top ten from the Lady Bulldogs was Peyton Batista, who finished Second in the 105lb weight class. Ava Benedict followed closely with a 5th-place finish. Both these ladies put the powerlifting scene on notice and will be back with a vengeance next year. Carly Valera-Benavidez started to tap into her t

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Boys Varsity Swimming vs. Multiple Opponents

Boys Varsity Swimming
Posted on 03/01/2025

This weekend Ionia’s Boy’s Swim Team competed at the CAAC Red League Meet.  Ionia had a lot of excellent races and finished 4th overall with a total of 278 points.  Top point earners for Ionia were Carl Goeckel with 55.56 points, Christian Martinez with 40.5, and Gabe Holman with 27.5.  Carl Goeckel finished all conferences with his 1st place finishes in the 200 IM and 100 butterfly.  Honorable mention all-conference finishers for individual events were Gabe Holman 8th in the 200IM, Jaxxon Thelen in the 100 backstroke, and Christian Martinez 6th in 100 breaststroke.  Ionia also placed well in its relays with an all-conference 3rd place finish in the 200 freestyle relay (team of Carl Goeckel, Christian, Martinez, Bodey Brownell, and Cooper Highlen) and  honorable mention all-conference 4th place finishes in the 200 medley relay (team of Jaxxon Thelen, Christian Martinez, Carl Goeckel, and Talon Thompson) and the 400 freestyle relay (team of Copper Highlen,

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Ionia Basketball Falls in District Championship

Boys Varsity Basketball
Posted on 03/01/2025

Ionia traveled to Portland for the District Final, where they fell in a hard-fought battle, 53-57. Colt Piercefield led the Bulldogs with 19 points, while Spencer Tooker added 15 and Henry Castle contributed 10. Brent Starks chipped in 5 points, with Carter Starks and Tristin Ciganick each scoring 2. Ionia closed out the season with a 14-10 record.

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Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Belding High School

Girls Varsity Basketball
Posted on 02/27/2025

The Bulldogs had a great win tonight against Belding 60-54.  The bulldogs were down by 13 at one point and came back to tie the game up with 3 minutes left to play.  Leading scorers were Tessa Lemke with 19 points, 11 rebounds and 1 steal.  Aubree White had 14 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals.  Lexi Daugherty had 12 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists.  Logan Thomas had 8 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals.  Josie Lee had 5 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal.  Avery Hoppough had 4 points, 3 rebounds and 2 steals.  The Bulldogs are now 12-7 overall.  The bulldogs start tournament play on Monday, March 3 playing against Central Montcalm at 7:00 pm at Ionia.  We thank our 3 seniors for all you have done for our community and our program.  

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