Congratulations Mustang Football on a fantastic season! You had triumphs and losses, yet you always kept your heads up and never quit fighting. Well done!
The slideshow is set to music right now, but I'll be making a version that includes sound bites from some of the team members and coaches, so stay tuned. Thanks for taking a look! Jane
More images can be viewed at the Mustang Football Photo Gallery.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
2010 Season Slideshow
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Mustang Team Awards
Another great Mustang banquet was held last Sunday night. Thanks to all that helped make it a special night.
Team Awards voted on by the players is always one of the highlights of the night and all of these players were thankful for the team's votes.
Team MVP
Brad Duwe- Great all-around player and person.
Defensive MVP's
Jay Gonzales and Mitch Berendes- Both hard working hitters who loved to play.
Offensive MVP
Cody Leach- Excellent year at QB.
Hustle Award
Tyler Furlin- Hard working player who fought through injuries.
Most Improved
Ryan Arensdorf- Remarkable improvement over his four years.
Captain Award
Jordan Waddick- 100% work ethic.
Coaches Appreciation
Chad Crabill- Quality young man who did his job.
Scout Team
Luke Ploessl and Mitch Edwards- Always on the field helping the others get better.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Six Win Streak
After a bad third quarter verses Xavier in week three, the Mustangs have won six straight to end the regular season 7-2. The team re-dedicated itself after that game and have looked sharp during this impressive winning six week run. Improved overall depth has been a major reason for the excellent play. The defense has been getting better every week and is led by Jay Gonzales (75), Mitch Berendes (51) and Gage Heffernan (26). The offense is continuing to be consistent and is led by Cody Leach (4), Brad Duwe (5) and Adam Kennedy (54). The kicking game is anchored by Kyle Wiest (34) and long snapper Chad Crabill (28). The Mustangs are now headed to the playoffs. Visit the Mustang Football Gallery for more photo's of the season.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
City Champs x 3
The Mustangs captured their third straight City Championship with a 42-7 victory over Senior. Cody Leach threw touchdown passes to Brad Duwe, Chad Peppmeier and two to Connor Ehlers in a near perfect night of passing. Along the way Layton Fritsch ran in a TD and Brad Duwe scooped and scored on defense from near mid field. Kyle Wiest connected on all of his PAT's in the big win. Coaches Chuck Haas, Nate Oswald, Jamie Bahl and Cody Krug again had excellent game planning and adjustments along the way. The Mustangs now are preparing for always tough CR Prairie in an exciting Homecoming game. For more images from the game visit the Mustang Football Photo Gallery.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Fun Three Game Streak
The Mustangs are enjoying a three game win streak including a big win over city rival Wahlert. After a 1-2 start, the team has now found more depth and is playing with greater passion and emotion. The next three games are equally important for the team and will determine the playoff position of the Mustangs. Senior is the next opponent and will be a tough team to defeat. Senior has shown improvement over the weeks while playing a tough schedule. The team finishes the year with Prairie and Jefferson and hopefully a playoff game to follow. Come watch exciting football at Dalzell Field the next two consecutive Fridays. To view photo's from the games visit the Mustang Football Photo Gallery.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Three Tough Games
The Mustangs have started the season 1-2 after losses to 2 top ranked football teams. The lone win was at home versus Iowa City West who were also receiving votes in the polls. Gage Heffernan was voted MVC Player of the Week for the the IC West game. He had 2 touchdowns and played great on defense. The team has lofty goals and plans on working to achieve these goals. This weeks game is at University of Dubuque versus Waterloo East.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Mustangs In The Community
On Friday, football players and managers helped the St. Mark Community Center by moving many boxes of school supplies to the Grand Harbor Event Center. The "Apples for Students" program is designed to help students in need who cannot afford essential school supplies. The team enjoys helping out with programs in the community.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Mustang Football Camps Host 335 Athletes
Last week the Hempstead football fields were full of athletes learning the game. Three different camps were held for elementary, junior high and high school football players. Coaches and players had a great time working on their skills together and many onlookers enjoyed watching the drills from the sidelines. A special treat was having the U.S. Army personnel assist and sponsor our high school camp. They helped us realize the similarities between athletics and the military philosophy. I was especially proud of our high school athletes who helped coach at the elementary and junior high camps. Both groups benefited from the experience.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Captains Added
Two more captains will join Jordan Waddick and Adam Kennedy for the Mustangs. They are Jay Gonzales and Mitch Berendes who are both returning letter winners. Both have shown excellent summer work-outs and leadership for the team. With the season coming up fast, two more captains will be announced at camp.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Mustangs Commit
Five Hempstead football players have signed on to play college football this year. This puts the current number of college football players at 15 from Hempstead. A major goal of the program is that players develop the passion to continue playing at the college level.
- Brock Haas Truman State University
- Tyler McAtee Iowa Central
- TJ Houselog University of Dubuque
- Dan Riedl Wisconsin Platteville
- Matt Ehlers Wartburg College
Brock Haas pulls the defense along as he gains yards against CR Kennedy.
Tyler McAtee forces a fumble as he brings down the Little Hawks offensive runner.
TJ Houselog speeds past the Cedar Falls defender to make yards for the Mustangs.
Dan Riedl keeps Wahlert defenseman at bay.
Matt Ehlers dives for the end zone against Cedar Falls.
Shrine Bowl Game
Hempstead All-Stater Matt Ehlers will be playing in the Shrine Bowl Football Game at Iowa State University this July. The game is a major fund raiser for the Shriner sponsored hospitals that help children around the country. Players practice for one week and then play in the the game against other all-stars from across Iowa. Matt is the 10th consecutive Shrine Bowl player from Hempstead High School. Other Dubuque area players are Mike Meyer(Wahlert), NickCarolan(Senior), Evan Ressler(Cascade) and Tyler Rutenbeck(Maquoketa). The game is played on July 24th and shown on cable TV the next day on Channel 22.
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