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Nov. 13—DICKINSON — The Dickinson Midgets had a superb conference season, led by a grand number of seniors and juniors. Their season included a 6-4 record, going undefeated in the division AA Western Dakota Association conference, shutting out two opponents with a combined score of 100 points and winning their uphill homecoming game against the formidable defending state champion Jamestown Blue Jays. It truly was a season not to be forgotten by the Midgets and throughout the conference.
Though their postseason was cut short with a quarterfinal exit, state-ranked DHS’s season-long effort and accomplishments were rectified, with 10 athletes named to the All-WDA team, sweeping the awards.
Both senior leader Kaeden Krieg and head coach John Tuchscherer were awarded as the Senior Athlete of the Year and Coach of the Year, respectively, and praised for their individual talents and temperament.
Krieg was a two-way terror, pivotal on both sides of the ball. The senior, three-sport athlete served his team’s strength greatly and provided high-morale and knowledge with an abundance of varsity experience. As a defensive lineman he garnered 38 tackles, including 7.5 sacks, subtracting 64 offensive yards from their opponents. On offense, he was the Midgets strong and nimble tight-end, collecting 425 passing yards, for seven touchdowns.
Watford City’s senior Martin Waggoner Jr. was the other nominee, securing 2 touchdowns, 345 rushing yards and 95 receiving yards.
Tuchscherer not only led DHS into the postseason for the last three years, he and his coaching staff worked to develop formidable athletes in a way that instills maturity and character. His players seem to be in the forefront of his mind, noticeable after games. Whether they win or lose, he provides individual players with direct words of encouragement. Setting a…
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Author : Dickinson Press, N.D.
Publish date : 2023-11-14 00:46:00
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