Crusader Athletic Weekly
Your source for all things Crusader sports – updates, highlights, and events!
1/16/2026
Visit our online athletic site: nwcathletics.org
7th–12th Grade Athletic Corner
- Zero Hour lifting starting Wed, Jan 14th. Open to 9th-12th on M/W/F mornings from 7 AM to 7:45 AM.
- Click Here for Schedules, Upcoming Games, and Departure times.
- Click Here for 25-26 Important Events
- Click HERE to Register for a 7th-12th sport.
Athlete Highlights:
- Scroll to the bottom for the ATHLETE of the WEEEK
- For SCHOOL HISTORY/ RECORDS and team / individual highlights, click HERE.
- Click Here for 2025-2026 HIGHLIGHTS
K-6th Athletic Corner:
- If you are hoping to get your K-6th child placed on a 2026 spring NWC sports team, this is a required form.
- Filling out this form does not guarantee your child a spot on an NWC team.
- However, unless this survey is filled out, the athletic dept. does not know your child wants to be placed on a team.
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K-6th Tab | 7th-12th tab | Resources | Important info |
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- Staff & Support Updates
- Click HERE for our coach/staff directory and bio information.
- Welcome to our new Junior High Volleyball Coach, Amber Schumacher.
- Welcome to our new Junior High Baseball Coach, Jeremy Baker.
- Welcome to our new Junior High Softball Coach, Rick Hofman.
- Welcome to our HS Softball Assistant Coach, Makenzie Ritchie.
- COACHING OPPORTUNITIES:
- Click HERE to apply for coaching employment opportunities.
- JH Assistant Girls Softball Coach
- JH Assistant Baseball Coach
- JH Assistant Cross Country Coach
- HS Assistant Track Coach- SPRINTS
- Share Your Athletic Moments! Upload your favorite sports photos to our Google Drive folder .
- We would love to have them for the website and athletic highlighting.
- Any photo that you share will be public and be available for download
Support our Athletic Programs, Strengthen our Community, Consider becoming a Crusader Club Sponsor. Athletics are more than just games, they are opportunities for our students to grow, lead, and excel. Behind all great programs is a strong network of support. We are so thankful for the incredible support we have received from our community over the years, and we are inviting even more families and local businesses to join our Crusader Club Sponsors. Click HERE to learn more! |
The Athletes of the Week are sponsored by Phil & Ruth Isaak. Thank you to our amazing sponsor! Week of 1/12/2026 Core Value – Service
Highlighted HS Varsity Boys Basketball Athlete of the Week: Brodie Shamblin Brodie was cleared for action this week after having knee surgery. During the time that Brodie was out, he served the team with his time and his actions. Brodie came to practice every day even if he couldn’t participate and served his team as a manager during the games. Brodies’ heart of service to his team is a tremendous testimony to this young man’s character. Really excited to see him show his talents on the court! Thanks, Brodie! Highlighted HS JV Boys Basketball Athlete of the Week: Isaac Graham The JV highlighted athlete for spiritual leadership/service is Isaac Graham. He’s a hard worker and willing to help out his team no matter what. Isaac leads through action and we are excited to see his leadership grow.
Highlighted HS Varsity Girls Basketball Athlete of the Week: Esther MacPherson Esther has willingly supported our basketball team by sharing her basketball IQ/ knowledge, helping with water bottles, and encouraging both JV and varsity while recovering from an injury. She brings a spark of life into situations she steps into, and our team is better because of it! Thanks Esther! Highlighted HS JV Girls Basketball Athlete of the Week: Chloe Strandy Chloe has shown a heart of giving, service and kindness by being helpful with the little things. She doesn't hesitate to fill up water bottles, carry things for coaches and asks great questions for the benefit of her team. She also supports her team by delivering her best effort in practice and games. Her efforts are noticed and appreciated.
Highlighted Wrestling Athlete of the Week: Nakoa Rocha Nakoa has been our team captain for the last two seasons, and he displays our character trait of Service through the way he takes care of his teammates. He is like a big brother who makes sure they have their equipment, are where they need to be, are feeling good, and are in order. This weekend at the Crusader Classic, Nakoa won all of his matches by pin to become the 126lb Champion and win Co-Outstanding Wrestler. He has moved into second place overall in career wins with 112 and he leads in career pins with 72.
Highlighted Cheer Athlete of the Week: Grace Gustafson Grace does not skip a beat. She can motivate, influence and inspire others in all she does. No matter how busy she gets, she pushes herself to ensure she fulfills her commitments and never gives up. Grace is truly one amazing young lady, who goes above and beyond. Thank you for your love of cheer and your fellow team. Highlighted JH Boys Basketball Varsity Athlete of the Week: Levi Dollar Levi is a vocal leader who works hard and is on the lookout to serve others. He is trustworthy and maintains a great attitude before, during and after practice. Highlighted JH Boys Basketball JV Athlete of the Week: Grant Meade Grant is a servant leader and always shows up to practice ready to give his all and do what is asked of him. He is consistently working to better himself each time he steps on the court. Beth Wing Athletic Director Assistant Dean of Students
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