Made In Michigan

At left, Gull Lake's Zach Fish follows a drive during his senior season in 2011, and at right Fish is now an officer in Granbury, Texas.

Fish's Powerful Record Pursuit Helped Set Stage for College, Pro Achievements

Posted: 8/27/2026

At left, Julie Bennett stands in formation with her Glen Lake cheer team in 1979. At right, Bennett stands next to a sign explaining the accomplishment after completing the Pacific Ocean crossing with her crewmates.

Glen Lake Grad Adds Pacific Ocean to Life's Journey in Completing World's Toughest Row

Posted: 8/18/2026

At left, Antoine Joubert puts up a shot during his highlight-filled career at Detroit Southwestern. At right, Joubert coaches Oakland Community College’s men’s basketball team.

Basketball Takes 'The Judge' Worldwide, Home Again as Love of Game Lives On

Posted: 8/13/2026

At left, Tim Morton raises the Class B championship trophy in 2002. At right, Morton now.

Nearly 25 Years After Leading Unexpected Run, Morton Directing Life-Changing Mission

Posted: 8/11/2026

The 1973 Unity Christian girls basketball team poses for a team photo with its championship trophy; Kim Hansen (20) and Marcia Beutel (12) then and now.

Significance of Historic Run, Relationships Formed Live On for 1973 Unity Champs

Posted: 8/7/2026

At left, Matt Van Dyk puts up a jumper for Imlay City. At right, Van Dyk and his daughters enjoy a moment in one of his family’s fields.

Work Ethic Continues to Drive Van Dyk's Endeavors as Co-Owner of Family Farm

Posted: 8/4/2026

At left, fifth-grader Kevin White celebrates with the Hackett boys basketball team in 1991. At right, White huddles with his players this past season while serving as an assistant with the Irish varsity.

Hackett Mentor's Care Sparked Lifetime in Hoops for BCAM President White

Posted: 7/24/2026

At left, Dennis Mackey (45) gets up a shot for Ewen-Trout Creek against Wakefield as a senior during the 1980-81 season. At right, Mackey coaches up his Gogebic Community College men’s basketball team this past summer.

Mackey Leaving Court with 500+ College Hoops Wins, Many More Lessons Shared

Posted: 7/24/2026

At left, Detroit Country Day’s Carrie Moore (33) celebrates with her teammates at the end of a Class B Semifinal win over Flint Powers Catholic in 2002. At right, Moore holds up the net after making the last cut this past season to celebrate Harvard’s Ivy League Tournament championship.

Country Day Two-Time Champ Moore Building Perennial Winner at Harvard

Posted: 7/16/2026

At left, Gaby (Muller) Gillis poses for a photo with her Traverse City West coach Cathy Coon during her senior season in 2009. At right, Gillis now serves as a golf pro at John’s Island Club in Vero Beach, Fla.

Multi-Sport Career at TC West Helps Gillis Thrive as Pro in Game She Once Left Behind

Posted: 7/9/2026

At left, Muskegon Heights’ Eddie Spencer (1) defends during the 2003 Class B Final against Grand Rapids South Christian; at right, Spencer (far right) stands for a photo at last year’s Hoop City alumni event with former coach Keith Guy and past Muskegon High standout DeShaun Thrower.

Inspired by Home, Eager to Give Back, Spencer Hosts Hoop City Alumni Games

Posted: 7/2/2026

At left, Warren Kent III sits in the front row of a team photo as manager for dad Warren Kent Jr.'s 1979 Fulton baseball team; Kent Jr. is sitting far left of second row from bottom. At right, Kent III today.

In 'Turn & Burn,' Kent III Gives Voice Again to Father's Life Lessons, Coaching Wisdom

Posted: 8/29/2025

At left, Michael Caughey rushes the quarterback in a playoff game against Mendon. At right, Father Michael Caughey, FFSP, was ordained a Catholic priest on May 28 in Lincoln, Neb.

After Answering Call, MCC's Caughey Finds Football Lessons Pay Off in Priesthood

Posted: 8/5/2025

At left, Kristina Langton tees off during the 2007 Lower Peninsula Division 3 Final. At right, Langton takes a photo with husband Dan and children Knox and Palmer.

After Enjoying Pro Golf Stardom, Flynn Relishing Roles as Instructor, Sports Mom

Posted: 7/31/2025

At left, Whiteford's Derek Marckel takes the field as a senior in 2010. At right, Marckel poses for a photo this year in front of the Times Square display he designed to promote Colorado's Travis Hunter.

Marckel Supplies Marketing Magic to Hunter's Heisman-Winning Campaign

Posted: 7/29/2025

At left, Union City sophomore shortstop Dan Skirka makes a throw to first base after fielding a grounder in 2001. At right, Skirka dons headphones for a postgame interview this past season.

Union City to Omaha: Skirka Takes Murray State Baseball to 1st College World Series

Posted: 7/28/2025

At left, Keyton Wheelock makes a save for Traverse City West; at right, Wheelock plays keeper during her youth camp this summer.

TC West's Wheelock Still 'Living My Dreams' as CMU Assistant Soccer Coach

Posted: 7/22/2025

At left, Marques Stevenson carries the ball for Lake Orion during his senior season in 2010. At right, Stevenson today.

Stevenson's Travels Following Lake Orion Success Include Space Force, Penn, NYC

Posted: 7/17/2025

At left, George Peterson IV (12) puts up a jumper playing for Watersmeet in 2004. At right, Peterson holds his son George V while pictured with wife Elise and daughter Braelynn.

'Who Will Cheer for the Nimrods?' Peterson IV, Watersmeet Found Fans Worldwide

Posted: 7/15/2025

At left, Trevor Morgan poses for a photo with his third-place medal at the 2018 MHSAA Finals, and at right Morgan bowls this summer.

Feeding 'Drive to Win,' Loy Norrix Grad Morgan Impresses with Strong USBC Showing

Posted: 7/10/2025

At left, Ali Bastianelli prepares to hit during her senior season at Marysville; at right, Bastianelli readies to serve for the Grand Rapids Rise.

After Blazing Multiple Volleyball Trails, Bastianelli Charting Next Career Path

Posted: 7/9/2025

At left, Maverick Darling crosses the finish line during a race as an Ovid-Elsie senior in 2007; at right Darling poses with fiancé Danielle.

Ovid-Elsie Running Legend Darling Seeking to 'Win the Day' on Trading Floor

Posted: 8/13/2024

At left, Jordan Walker stands with her class on the Breslin Center floor during the 2017 MHSAA/Farm Bureau Scholar-Athlete Awards ceremony, and at right in 2023 after receiving her second master's degree from University of Tennessee.

Shores Star Walker Continues Drive for Hoops Greatness as College Coach

Posted: 8/8/2024

At left, David Glover as a senor during the 1995-96 school year at Muskegon Catholic Central, and at right Glover shows the AFC Championship trophy after Kansas City's 17-10 win at Baltimore on Jan. 28.

MCC's Glover Fills Key Role as Athletic Trainer for Super Bowl Champions

Posted: 8/6/2024

At left, Parchment’s Amanda Person plays a 2008 tennis match with doubles partner Kelly Drummond; at right, Person and her dog Tessa.

Lessons from Multi-Sport Experience Guide Person in Leading New Team

Posted: 8/1/2024

At left, Suttons Bay's Thomas Hursey prepares to shoot a free throw during his senior season, and at right Hursey remains at home on the golf course.

After Successful 'Sequel,' Suttons Bay's Hursey Embarking on Next Chapter

Posted: 7/30/2024

At left, East Kentwood’s Mike Knuble as a high school senior in 1990, and at right with his family.

East Kentwood Run Part of Memorable Start on Knuble's Way to NHL, Olympics

Posted: 7/24/2024

At left, Dan Hilliard pitches for Monroe High as a senior in 1987; at right, he holds up his Mr. Baseball Award that continues to hang on a basement wall.

Monroe High Memories Remain Rich for Michigan's 1987 Mr. Baseball

Posted: 7/22/2024

Marine City’s Olivia Viney kicks at the 2013 11-Player Football Finals, also during her spring soccer season, and cares for one of her patients as an associate veterinarian.

Record-Setting Viney Gained Lifelong Confidence at Marine City

Posted: 7/17/2024

At left, Southfield-Lathrup’s Jareica Hughes drives to the basket against Detroit Martin Luther King during the 2005 Class A Final; at right, Hughes coaches this past season at UTEP.

High School 'Hoop Squad' Close to Heart as Hughes Continues Coaching Climb

Posted: 7/11/2024

At left, Mendon’s CJ Nightingale (2) celebrates during his team’s 2007 championship win over Traverse City St. Francis at Ford Field; at right Nightingale is pictured with his wife Shanel and children Charlotte, Trey and Coco.

Nightingale Embarking on 1st Season as College Football Head Coach

Posted: 7/10/2024

At left, Jake Witt played for Ewen-Trout Creek during a 2018 basketball game at Michigan Tech, and at right Witt takes a photo with area youth baseball players last summer.

E-TC's Witt Bulldozing Path from Small Town to Football's Biggest Stage

Posted: 6/28/2024

Grosse Pointe North's Ariel Braker

GPN's Braker Moving Full Speed Ahead on College Coaching Trail

Posted: 8/11/2023

At left, Alyssa Shaver takes the field for Flint Carman-Ainsworth, and at right she coaches at Lincoln Memorial University.

Carman-Ainsworth Grad Shaver Pioneering Programs in 2 College Sports

Posted: 8/8/2023

Brent Gates appears on the USA Baseball collegiate national team in 1989 and makes a pitching change during this spring’s Division 2 Final.

Vast Experience Shapes Retired MLB-er Gates Into 3-Time Finals-Winning Coach

Posted: 8/1/2023

Rockford’s Ben Bennett stands atop the podium at the 2008 Individual Finals, and now with fiancé Erica Garwood.

After All-American Career, Rockford's Bennett Making Impact as Mat Mentor

Posted: 7/25/2023

Muskegon Oakridge's Jamie Potts

Oakridge 3-Sport Star Potts Applying Lessons to 'Second Chapter' in Sales

Posted: 7/20/2023

Lindsey Banktson plays at Portland in 2008 and stands for a celebratory photo with Frankfort’s District champion last season. Presley Kreski plays for Wayland in 2014 and coaches Frankfort this summer.

Frankfort Hoops Staff Bolstered by Past Stars Giving Back in Banktson, Kreski

Posted: 7/18/2023

Luke Samra, left, and Alex Dombos hold up their championship bracket after winning the No. 1 doubles flight at the 2005 LP Division 4 Finals.

Championship Memories, High School Tennis' Impact Stick with Hackett Pair

Posted: 7/12/2023

Brother Rice’s Matt Conway walks to the plate to accept his medal after the Warriors' Division 1 title-clinching win in 2008, and these days is building a family with wife Stephanie.

Brother Rice Finals Hero Aiming to Ace Family Life, Financial World

Posted: 7/6/2023

Lapeer West's Roger Kish

Lapeer West 4-Time Finals Winner Set to Build Champions at Oklahoma

Posted: 7/5/2023

East Kentwood girls soccer and girls track & field

East Kentwood Friends Continuing to Excel as NCAA Champ, Pro Soccer Keeper

Posted: 8/8/2022

Ann Arbor Pioneer girls golf

3-Time Finals Champ Cherishes Memories, Considering Golf Future

Posted: 8/3/2022

Saginaw Heritage track & field

Lessons Learned on Track Have Jibowu's Business Surging to Quick Success

Posted: 8/1/2022

Grosse Pointe South track & field

Running Set Life's Stage for Grosse Pointe South's Record-Setting Meier Sisters

Posted: 7/28/2022

Grandville basketball

2005 Miss Basketball DeHaan Cherishing Newest Title: 1st-Time Mom

Posted: 7/25/2022

Len Lillard

Championship Memories Still Resonate with St. Thomas Star Lillard

Posted: 7/21/2022

Tori Ferris

Portage Central Champ Rolls to Vanderbilt, Writing Next Chapter in Alabama

Posted: 7/14/2022