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Kadence Bierle Leads Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers Past Wagner Varsity Red Raiders By GameChanger Media Kadence Bierle collected three hits in four at bats, as Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers defeated Wagner Varsity Red Raiders 15-0 on Saturday at Avon. Bierle singled in the second inning, singled in the third inning, and singled in the fourth inning. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers got on the board in the top of the first inning after Ervin Schrock singled to center field, Kimberly Kubal lined out, and Elle Hlavac walked, each scoring one run. A single by Bierle, and a ground out by Emmalyn Heckenlaible helped Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers extend their early lead in the second. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers scored seven runs on five hits in the top of the third inning. Schrock singled, scoring one run, Bierle singled, scoring one run, Kubal was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, Heckenlaible singled, scoring one run, Hlavac grounded out, scoring two runs, and Lexie McNinch singled, scoring one run. Kylie Guthmiller earned the win for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The starter surrendered zero hits and zero runs over four innings, striking out eight and walking one. Mara Wright took the loss for Wagner Varsity Red Raiders. The starter went three innings, surrendering 14 runs (11 earned) on eight hits, striking out five and walking six. Schrock collected two hits for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers in four at bats. Bierle and Ivana Schaeffer each stole multiple bases for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers worked the count all day, piling up six walks. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers stole eight bases in the game. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers didn't commit a single error in the field. Schrock had the most chances in the field with eight. Kymani Gullikson stole two bases. Trappers are #1 seed heading into bracket play!!! Copyright © 2026 GameChanger, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reuse or republication of this story must include the preceding attribution and is subject to the Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. Terms of Use, License Agreement, and Privacy Policy.

Kylie Guthmiller Drives 5 Runners Home In Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers Victory Over Winner Varsity Warriors By GameChanger Media Kylie Guthmiller drove in five runs on four hits to lead Trappers past Winner Varsity Warriors 17-0 on Saturday at Avon. Guthmiller singled in the first scoring two, doubled in the third scoring two, and doubled in the second scoring one. A single by Guthmiller put Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers on the board in the bottom of the first. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning after Ivana Schaeffer laid down a sacrifice bunt, Ervin Schrock singled to the left side of the infield, Guthmiller doubled down the left field line, and Kadence Bierle doubled to center field, each scoring one run. Trappers scored seven runs on five hits in the bottom of the third inning. Guthmiller doubled, scoring two runs, Kimberly Kubal doubled, scoring one run, Emmalyn Heckenlaible doubled, scoring one run, Lexie McNinch tripled, scoring two runs, and Bailey Neuharth drew a walk, scoring one run. Four more Trappers runs crossed the plate in the fourth inning to extend the lead to 17-0. Bierle homered to center field, scoring three runs, and Elle Hlavac grounded out, scoring one run. Guthmiller earned the win for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The pitcher allowed two hits and zero runs over four innings, striking out nine and walking two. Kenli Pollard took the loss for Winner Varsity Warriors. The starting pitcher went three and one-third innings, surrendering 15 runs (13 earned) on 13 hits, striking out two and walking six. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers amassed 16 hits in the game. Bierle, McNinch, Schrock, Heckenlaible, and Schaeffer each collected multiple hits for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Neuharth led Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers with two walks. Overall, the team had a strong eye at the plate, collecting six walks for the game. McNinch and Schaeffer each stole multiple bases for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers stole eight bases in the game. Adyson Sharp and Pollard each collected one hit for Winner Varsity Warriors. Jori Fenenga stole two bases. Winner Varsity Warriors stole four bases in the game. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers will travel to Wagner Varsity Red Raiders for their next game on Saturday. Copyright © 2026 GameChanger, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reuse or republication of this story must include the preceding attribution and is subject to the Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. Terms of Use, License Agreement, and Privacy Policy. Kadence Bierle with her home run ball! Thanks for the picture Katie Huber!!

🥎 **GOOD LUCK TRAPPERS! – AVON INVITATIONAL** 🥎

The Trappers are in action **TODAY** in Avon for tournament play! 💪🔥

📅 **Saturday, April 11, 2026**

• Pool play to start the day
• Bracket play to follow
• **3-game minimum**

⏰ **Game Schedule:**
8:30 AM – Avon vs Wagner (East Field)
8:30 AM – Hanson vs Ethan/Parkston (West Field)
10:00 AM – Winner vs Scotland/Menno (East Field)
10:00 AM – Castlewood vs Hanson (West Field)
11:30 AM – Avon vs Winner (East Field)
11:30 AM – Ethan/Parkston vs Castlewood (West Field)
1:00 PM – Wagner vs Scotland/Menno (East Field)

Good luck to the Trappers—compete hard and represent! 🖤💛

Full Tournament Information: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5646/Ssd/c494f7b4-9966-4484-8f6a-db52439d5d84/Avon-Softball-Invitational-Tournament-2026.pdf?disposition=inline

⚾️ SCHEDULE UPDATE ⚾️

Tomorrow’s game in Menno has been postponed.

🔁 **vs. Elkton Lake Benton**
➡️ Rescheduled to **Wednesday, April 22**
📍 Menno
⏰ 5:30 PM
⚾ Varsity with JV to follow

Sunday's Doubleheader in Scotland vs Wagner is still on.
Go Trappers! 🖤✨

#GoTrappers #TrapperBaseball #ScheduleUpdate

⛳️ Clash Classic Results

Great effort from our Varsity Golf team at Lakeview Golf Course in Mitchell!

🏌️ Eric Buechler – 99
🏌️ Wyatt Fischer – 99
🏌️ Kailin Odens – 104
🏌️ Campbell Mogck – 105

Proud of the way these athletes competed to open the season! Keep building and improving each round.

➡️ Next up: Yankton at Fox Run Golf Course

Let’s go, Trappers! 💪🖤💛
#GoTrappers #Varsit

Due to several players being away for track on Monday, Trapper Softball Parents Night has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 19 in Scotland.

We will host a doubleheader that evening, with Parker at 4:00 PM and Wagner at 6:00 PM.

Parents will be introduced prior to the second game. Please plan to arrive by 5:30 PM.

Did you leave these behind at the Gary Pepper Memorial Relays yesterday? Let us know if they belong to you!

Here is the information for the Centerville Relays scheduled for Monday & Tuesday next week.

Monday - Middle School - https://aptg.co/TjY20P
Tuesday - High School - https://aptg.co/89NR0h

⛳️ It’s tee time, Trappers!

Good luck to our Varsity Golf team as they kick off their season at the Class B Classic today!

📍 Lakeview Course, Mitchell
🕥 10:30 AM

Play smart, stay focused, and swing with confidence. We’re rooting for you all the way—bring it home, Trappers! 💪🖤💛

Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers Fall After Strong Showing By Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers
April 9, 2026 vs. Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers couldn't keep up with Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers and fell 11-3 on Thursday at Marion.
Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers got on the board in the first inning after #6 drew a walk, scoring one run.
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers made the score 3-1 in the bottom of the first after Rames doubled, scoring two runs, and a wild pitch scored one run.
Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers flipped the game on its head in the top of the second, scoring five runs on one hit to take the lead, 9-3. The biggest blow in the inning was an inside the park grand slam by #3 following a 6-pitch at-bat that drove in four.
Hanson Junior Varsity Beavers scored five runs on two hits in the top of the third inning. #5 tripled, scoring one run, #7 drew a walk, scoring one run, #8 doubled, scoring one run, and #11 drew a walk, scoring one run.
Neuharth opened the game for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. The starter gave up one hit and nine runs over one and one-third innings, striking out none and walking 11.
Rames provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers with two runs batted in. The second baseman went 1-for-1 on the day. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Hargens made the most plays with two.

Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers Fall After Strong Showing By 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV
April 9, 2026 vs. 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers had trouble keeping up with 2026 FMFA Phoenix JV in a 13-2 loss on Thursday at Marion.
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were the first to get on the board in the first when a steal of home scored one run.
2026 FMFA Phoenix JV flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the first, scoring five runs on one hit to take the lead, 5-1. The biggest blow in the inning was a walk by Taylor that drove in two.
2026 FMFA Phoenix JV scored five runs on two hits in the bottom of the second inning. Waltner was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, Konda doubled, scoring two runs, and Taylor singled, scoring two runs.
2026 FMFA Phoenix JV added to their early lead in the bottom of the third inning when Bradley drew a walk, scoring one run, and #7 singled, scoring two runs.
Hargens took the loss for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. The righty went one inning, giving up eight runs on three hits, striking out one and walking four.
Schaeffer went 1-for-1 at the plate and led the team with one run batted in. Rames and Schaeffer each collected one hit for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Schaeffer and Bueber each stole multiple bases for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers stole five bases in the game. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Derby made the most plays with one.

Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers Claim Victory Over Parker JV
April 9, 2026 vs. Parker JV
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were victorious against Parker JV 9-7 on Thursday at Marion.
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers got on the board in the top of the first inning after Derby singled, Neuharth walked, Loftis walked, and Wielenga grounded out, each scoring one run.
Parker JV flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the first, scoring five runs on two hits to take the lead, 5-4. The biggest blow in the inning was a triple by #4 that drove in two.
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers flipped the game on its head in the top of the second, scoring five runs on one hit to take the lead, 9-5. The biggest blow in the inning was a single by Loftis that drove in two.
Neuharth earned the win for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. The starting pitcher surrendered four hits and seven runs over two and two-thirds innings, striking out four and walking eight.
Loftis led Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers with three runs batted in. The outfielder went 1-for-1 on the day. Loftis, Derby, and Wielenga each collected one hit for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers had patience at the plate, piling up 10 walks for the game. Heckenlaible, Neuharth, and Bueber led the team with two bases on balls each. Loftis, Derby, Neuharth, Schaeffer, and Schaeffer each stole multiple bases for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers ran wild on the base paths, collecting 14 stolen bases for the game. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers were sure-handed in the field and didn't commit a single error. Heckenlaible had the most chances in the field with five.

Tough day at the Gary Pepper Memorial Track Meet with chilly temps, sleet, snow, and wind — but our athletes battled through it and turned in some strong performances! ❄️💨💪

**Girls Results (6th place and above)**
🥈 Zoe Schaeffer – 2nd place (3200m)
🥈 4x800 Relay (Hlavac, Schaeffer, Bjorum, Crick) – 2nd place
🥈 Kylie Guthmiller – 2nd place (Javelin)
🥉 Elle Hlavac – 3rd place (800m)
4️⃣ Elle Hlavac – 4th place (1600m)
5️⃣ Lexie McNinch – 5th place (High Jump)
6️⃣ 4x100 Relay (Masterson, Irwin, Sayler, Crick) – 6th place
6️⃣ 4x200 Relay (Masterson, Irwin, Crick, Sayler) – 6th place
6️⃣ Emmalyn Heckenlaible – 6th place (Shot Put)

**Boys Results (6th place and above)**
🥇 Izayah Ulmer – 1st place (1600m)
🥇 Micah Goehring – 1st place (Triple Jump)
🥈 Izayah Ulmer – 2nd place (800m)
🥈 4x400 Relay (Goehring, Bjerle, Schaeffer, Ulmer) – 2nd place
🥈 SMR 1600 Relay (Andretta, Odens, Vaith, Bjorum) – 2nd place
🥈 Lane Pavel – 2nd place (Javelin)
🥈 Micah Goehring – 2nd place (Pole Vault)
🥉 Mirik Vaith – 3rd place (1600m)
🥉 Adam Munkvold – 3rd place (110m Hurdles)
🥉 Adam Munkvold – 3rd place (300m Hurdles)
🥉 4x100 Relay (Andretta, Stoebner, Clark, Goehring) – 3rd place
🥉 Brooks Schoenfish – 3rd place (Shot Put)
🥉 Noah Pietz – 3rd place (Discus)
🥉 Riley Keppen – 3rd place (High Jump)
4️⃣ 4x200 Relay (Andretta, Keppen, Stoebner, Schaeffer) – 4th place
4️⃣ 4x800 Relay (Vaith, Bjerle, Bjorum, Schaeffer) – 4th place
4️⃣ Hunter Clark – 4th place (Long Jump)
6️⃣ CJ Bjorum – 6th place (1600m)
6️⃣ Noah Pietz – 6th place (Shot Put)
6️⃣ Luke Bjerle – 6th place (Pole Vault)

Great job to everyone for competing tough in some brutal weather conditions!

Full results can be found here: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/638769/results/all

🥎 GOOD LUCK TRAPPERS! 🥎

The JV squad is back in action at a quad in Marion!

📅 April 9, 2026
📍 Marion
⏰ Games start at 5:00 PM

Matchups Include:
• Scotland/Menno vs Parker
• Scotland/Menno vs Hanson
• Scotland/Menno vs F/M/FA

All games will be 5 innings.

Good luck to our JV Trappers—go compete and represent! 🖤💛

Good luck to our athletes competing at the Gary Pepper Memorial Track Meet—our home meet! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🔥

📍 Scotland
📅 Tuesday, April 9th

⏱ 10:00 AM – Javelin & High Jump
⏱ 11:00 AM – Field Events
⏱ 1:00 PM – Running Events

Defend our home track—throw far, jump high, and run fast! 💪🖤💛 Let’s have a great day competing and supporting each other!

Here is the schedule for the Gary Pepper Memorial Track Meet Tomorrow

🎶🧡 GOOD LUCK, SCOTLAND 8–12 BAND! 🖤🎶

Wishing you all the best at Large Group Contest in Vermillion!
Play with confidence, energy, and heart — we’re proud of you no matter what!

Break a leg, make some amazing music, and represent Scotland strong! 🎺🥁🎼

Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers With Tough Game Against Bon Homme JV
April 6, 2026 vs. Bon Homme JV
Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers had trouble keeping up with Bon Homme JV in a 10-3 loss on Monday at Scotland.
Bon Homme JV got on the board in the top of the first inning after #10 walked, #9 walked, #6 walked, #18 was struck by a pitch, and #19 walked, each scoring one run.
Bon Homme JV extended their early lead with five runs in the top of the second thanks to RBI walks by #13, #10, #9, #6, and #18.
#2 earned the win for Bon Homme JV. The starting pitcher allowed zero hits and three runs over two innings, striking out two and walking five.
Loftis, Neuharth, and Bueber each drove in one run for Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers. Schaeffer stole two bases. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers had a strong eye at the plate, collecting five walks for the game. Scotland/Menno Junior Varsity Trappers ran wild on the base paths, tallying five stolen bases for the game.
The Scotland/Menno JV will head to Marion on Thursday for a JV Quad.

Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers Fall Victim To Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers Rally
April 6, 2026 vs. Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers
Despite leading by as many as five runs, Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers fell to Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers 13-6 on Monday.
Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers opened the scoring in the bottom of the first thanks to three walks. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers first got on the board when Hlavac drew a walk, scoring one run.
Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers added two runs in the second after Guthmiller grounded out.
Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers captured the lead, 6-5, in the top of the fourth when Kaul doubled, scoring one run, and Alberts singled, scoring two runs.
Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers scored six runs on two hits in the top of the seventh inning. Sedlacek was struck by a pitch, driving in a run, Kaul hit a grand slam to right field, and Tjeerdsma singled, scoring one run.
Kaul earned the win for Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers. The right-handed pitcher surrendered three hits and six runs (five earned) over seven innings, striking out 12 and walking 13. Guthmiller took the loss for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. The hurler went seven innings, surrendering 13 runs (10 earned) on 11 hits, striking out 12 and walking eight.
Guthmiller and Kubal each drove in two runs for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Bierle led Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers with two hits in three at bats. Schaeffer led Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers with three walks. Overall, the team had a strong eye at the plate, collecting 13 walks for the game. Heckenlaible and Schaeffer each stole multiple bases for Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers. Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers stole 11 bases in the game.
Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers collected 11 hits in the game. Kaul led Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers with six runs batted in. The pitcher went 4-for-5 on the day. Alberts collected two hits for Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers in five at bats. Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers had patience at the plate, piling up eight walks for the game. Tucker and Ranek led the team with two walks each. Tjeerdsma stole three bases. Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers ran wild on the base paths, amassing nine stolen bases for the game. Bon Homme Varsity Cavaliers were sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Tucker made the most plays with 11.
Scotland/Menno Varsity Trappers head to Avon for a tournament on Saturday and then play at home on Monday against Avon Varsity Pirates in their next game.