Pauli Leads First Camp As Lady Bulldogs Head Coach

MHS graduate Brian Pauli held his first camps as the head girls basketball coach for Milbank High School. Two camps were held this past week – one for incoming seventh through ninth graders and one for sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Bringing a fresh approach, Pauli introduced the players to his camp, which he named OTA – Organized Team Activities. “The goal was to introduce offensive and defensive philosophies, review the fundamentals of the game, and give me a chance to get the know the girls and them to get to know me,” he explained. “I was extremely pleased with the girls’ attitude and effort.”

Taking part in the 7-9 grade OTA were back row (left to right): Allison Leddy, Amaya Street, Taylor Hartman, Madi Thue, Morgan Schafer, Josie Adolph, and Erica Johnson. Middle row: Jenna Johnson, Cassidy Christians, Jessica VanPeursem, Jatana Grajczyk, and Alexis Ninneman. Front row: Tatum Berry, Siri Bien, Lindsey Mertens, and Autumn Fox.

Participating in the 10-12 grade OTA were back row (left to right): Taylor Thue, Karlee Mertens, Anna Mathews, Caryssa Mielitz, Sophia Seffrood, Kellie Christians, and Molly Rick. Middle row: Mackayla Schuelke, Ashley Wollschlager, Chloe Bender, Shea Hooth, Jaden Hoeke, Mackayla Johnson, and Katie VanderWal. Front row: Katie Wollschlager, Elisabeth Schwenn, Tonya Meyer, Kylie Kasuske, Gabbi Cummins, and Mikaela Hoeke.