Alert Top Story PREP SOFTBALL 5 WiscNews area high school softball stars of the week: April 15 edition Mark McMullen Apr 15, 2026 Apr 15, 2026 0 × Waupun sophomore Morgan Gemminger answers some questions about figure skating as well as favorite dessert. 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5 questions with Waupun’s Morgan Gemminger Waupun sophomore Morgan Gemminger answers some questions about figure skating as well as favorite dessert.
5 high school girls sports stars of the week: April 16 edition This week's girls sports 5 stars include a savvy soccer forward and a record-breaking track and field sophomore, among others. Vote for your f…
5 WiscNews high school boys sports stars of the week: April 17 edition Sprint victories, a strong bounce-back effort on the golf course and an all-around lacrosse performance highlighted last week's action. Vote f…
Former top-70 recruit, Waupun product returns to home state via transfer portal The former area standout is returning to play at the school she originally committed to after spending two seasons at an ACC power.
5 WiscNews area high school baseball stars of the week: April 21 edition Area high school baseball teams' bats caught fire during the past week of action. Vote for your favorite standout performer to claim this week…
5 WiscNews area high school softball stars of the week: April 22 edition Some big plays in the pitcher's circle are among the highlighted performances this week. Vote for your favorite as the Supernova.
5 high school girls sports stars of the week: April 23 edition This week's five stars include a dominant performance on the soccer field and a track and field athlete who just keeps getting faster. Vote fo…