Pioneers of the Week

Volleyball-Emma Carlson Football-Dayne Friday

Pioneers of the Week
November 8, 2022

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Emma Carlson -- Sophomore --Dixon, Ill. /Dixon HS -- Outsidehitter

Carlson totaled 26 kills in two WIAC Tournament matches. Carlson led the PIoneers to a 3-1 victory over the defending NCAA Division III National Champions UW-Eau Claire in the opening round with 17 kills and 13 digs. Carlson earned All-WIAC First Team honors. She tallied 710 kills in her sophomore season. 
Dayne Friday -- Senior --Kiel, Wis. / Kiel HS -- Defensive Back
 
Friday picked off two UW-Eau Claire passes, returning the first interception for a 41-yard touchdown to give the Pioneers a 14 point lead early in the third quarter. Friday broke up an additional three passes and made three tackles as the Pioneers cruised to a 38-14 victory over the Blugolds.

 

Other's Nominated:

Michael Priami -- Sophomore-- St. Charles, Ill. / St. Charles North High School--Quarterback

 
 

 Andrew Bowles--Freshman--Antioch, Ill./Antioch Community--Defensive Back

 

 

Brett Schoehnerr-- Senior -- Canton, Iowa /Midland High School