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Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
BOYS GOLF: Logansport wins sectional title; Pioneer advances as a team
The boys golf teams from Logansport and Pioneer had a lot of reasons to celebrate Friday. The Berries edged Twin Lakes by one stroke, 298-299, to win their first sectional title since 2019 and 26th all-time. Advertisement The Panthers placed third with a 330 and beat Rochester by a fifth-place tiebreaker to advance to the regional as a team for the first time in program history. Logansport coach Abby Lundy said her team peaked at the right time. 'They've been playing really well the last two weeks and I knew low 300s was going to have to do it and the weather was going to have to work out and it all came together for them today and I'm so happy for them,' she said. 'They work really, really hard. 'We started the season with a trophy at Rochester and then we finished at Wabash last week with a trophy. Then 298 today is very good for us.' Advertisement Lundy knew it was going to take a good round to beat Twin Lakes. 'They were ranked in the top 20 in the state this year,' she said. 'And we knew we had to compete with them.' After the awards ceremony the Berries were taking pictures with the sectional trophy near the brand new clubhouse at Dykeman. As Athletic Director Brian Strong put it, the new clubhouse was about a seven-decade improvement from the old one. The Berries were going to be tough to beat on their home course. 'Home course advantage, I mean, these boys are out here all the time and that's what it takes,' Lundy said. 'It takes a lot of time, it takes a lot of mental ability to be able to finish and when they have a bad shot, they've been really good this year at not letting it simmer and moving on and competing very well.' Advertisement The Berries have a young but talented group. Sophomore Graham Taylor led them with a 1-over 71 to finish tied for second overall. Junior Eli Baldwin and sophomore Evan Brandstatter each shot 74 to finish tied for fourth. Junior Logan Lange and sophomore Louis Rozzi each added a 79. 'I played pretty well,' Taylor said. 'The course is in great condition. Just one bad hole out there with a double bogey (on the sixth hole). That kind of put me out. But other than that I held in there pretty well. I had just basically pars throughout, one birdie (on 13).' Twin Lakes senior Leo Dellinger, who will golf at Wabash College, shot a 1-under 69 to repeat as the sectional medalist. 'Leo played really well,' Taylor said. 'He had some more birdies than me and he kept in it.' Advertisement Dellinger and Taylor were tied for the lead at 1-over going into the 18th. Dellinger put his second shot about one foot from the hole and had a tap-in eagle. But he was fortunate his shot stopped so close to the hole. 'He hit two trees. His shot was not the cleanest shot coming into the green,' Lundy said. 'He got lucky for where it stuck.' Taylor was able to close strong with a par. 'He and Leo were neck and neck,' Lundy said. 'Leo eagles 18 and Graham pars. They were tight coming down. Walking the fairway with him, his composure was there and everybody just finished so well and composed and they didn't get rattled at all.' Advertisement It was the Berries who were able to celebrate a team win as they were able to knock off the four-time defending champion Indians by one shot. 'I think it's really big, honestly,' Taylor said. 'Especially from last year and the tournaments we've had earlier this year, the scores are definitely a lot better and just the team is doing a lot better.' A big story was the play of Brandstatter, who got a spinal cord injury while getting scoliosis surgery last August. He was in the hospital for two months and had to completely relearn how to walk. There will be a feature on him in the Pharos-Tribune next week. 'He is just like the Pacers,' Lundy said. 'He's the comeback kid. It's been amazing. We had tears back in August when he had his surgery and he had all the complications and he's overcome that. The moment he woke up from surgery, he was like, 'I'm going to walk and play golf this spring.' And we all were like, 'OK, OK.' We tried to tell him it's OK if you don't. And then to be able to go all-conference and now placing tied for third at sectionals, what an amazing story.' Advertisement The Pioneer Panthers wrote quite a story themselves as they were able to get past perennial power Rochester for the third and final spot in the regional. 'Our goal was to shoot a 330, which was crazy that we actually hit that number,' Pioneer coach Kyle Rans said. 'We said that early in the season we wanted to hit 330. We shot 350 last year, so we made a big difference from last year. We were hoping we could get Rochester. It came down to our five player, Tayt Smith, who's a senior, shot 89, so ecstatic for him. And Pioneer golf has never went as a team to regionals. So we're excited that we get that opportunity.' Sophomore Dane Bowditch led the Panthers with a 79, followed by sophomore Ivan Reyes (80), junior Micah Rans (82), junior Brady Price (89) and senior Tayt Smith (89). The Panthers had to come back from a five-shot deficit on the back nine to clip the Zebras. Advertisement 'Micah went 46 on the front here today and then went even par on the back, 46-36 for an 82,' coach Rans said. 'So he turned it on on the back. We're just ecstatic that we're going as a team, super excited.' What makes Bowditch's round even more impressive is that he also runs track in the spring and was part of two Kokomo Sectional champion relay teams for the Panthers. 'This is his home course,' coach Rans said. 'He grew up playing this course. He's a primary track guy and then he plays with us. He practices after his track practice, he comes up here and practices. So this is his secondary sport. But we knew he would shoot well here. We had him about 70% of the time in regular season. So we had him at conference, we won conference at Round Barn and then had him today. We definitely needed his horsepower.' The top three individuals on non-advancing teams were Rensselaer's Beck Drone (77), Rochester's Davis Renie (78) and Frontier's Brady Greer (79). Advertisement Winamac placed seventh (369) and Caston placed eighth (370) in the 11-team field. Brendan Hines led Winamac with an 85, followed by Logan Fredel (92), Talen Garner (95), Will Biros (97) and Jayden Beckner (122). Max Sommers led Caston with an 85. He was followed by Luke Graham (86), Owen Chapman (89), Jace Rentschler (110) and Gage Thomas (121). The Lake Central Regional is Thursday at the Sandy Pines Golf Club in DeMotte.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Early Flurry of Goals sees #1 Chenango Forks top #2 Chenango Valley Boy's Lacrosse for Title
WINDSOR, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – The Chenango Forks Blue Devils boy's lacrosse team took on the Chenango Valley Warriors for the Class D sectional title. The Blue Devils would jump out to an 8-0 lead, shutting out the Warriors in the first frame, and cruised to a win, 21-8. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
South Africa: Sectional title is hot property for first-time buyers in Cape Town
It's no secret that property prices have soared in Cape Town in recent years but there are still excellent investments to be made, especially in the sectional title sector, with 40% of purchasers being first-time buyers looking to get a foot on the ladder of a buoyant property market. 'The Southern Suburbs region is one of the most sought after as it offers many compelling drawcards, including proximity to good schools and the university, a vibrant commercial component and excellent lifestyle and this has seen house prices increase exponentially,' says Brent Towns, sectional-title team leader for Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty in the Southern Suburbs. 'However, for those looking for more accessible pricing or lock-up-and-go convenience, there's a multitude of sectional-title options, especially in Observatory, Salt River, Claremont (Upper and Lower), Wynberg and Wynberg Upper, Rondebosch and Plumstead, with prices averaging R2,250,000, although sectional-title prices in this area range between R800,000 and R1.3m. "Thanks to rampant development in recent years which has seen the number of sectional-title properties soar coupled with rising freehold prices and lifestyle choices, more than 50% of the properties sold are now sectional title with options to suit all budgets and lifestyle needs.' He adds that there is also strong demand from investment buyers, who either buy for their children attending university, for third-party tenants (rental sector), and also for the purposes of having a diversified investment outside of their current metro where they reside. 'Vacancy rates have for the past three years been below 1% in our managed residential property portfolio so there is no shortage of quality tenants, thus supporting the return on investment (ROI).' According to Townes, many buyers have specific wish lists when it comes to sectional-title property, with the most common being: Secure parking, above ground floor, two-bedroom units and amenities like private pools which all signal that buyers value comfort, security and lifestyle perks. A strong trend is pet-friendly schemes – usually a cat and a small dog – subject to Body Corporate approval. Hidden home costs While many buyers enter the market with optimism, understanding the full cost of homeownership and purchasing a sectional-title home is essential. 'While the purchase price is certainly the largest expense, additional costs can quickly add up and they aren't always factored in when buyers set their budgets,' says Townes. Using the average apartment price of R2,250,000, Townes lists the following as costs, some of which are often overlooked, and which can cause significant financial strain if not budgeted for: Bond costs: R52,603 Transfer costs: R97,634 Moving costs: Variable (R10,000+ estimated) Deposit for utilities: Variable (R2,000+) Fibre/Wi-Fi installation: R1,500 – R5,000 (plus monthly costs) Homeowners insurance: R500 – R2,500 per month School registration and uniforms: R5,000+ 'This means that beyond the purchase price, buyers should budget for at least R200,000 – R250,000 in additional upfront costs.'And another cost that is often not given enough consideration is the monthly levy that all sectional-title owners pay to the Body Corporate which covers the management of the complex and includes factors like maintenance and security.' Levies can vary significantly, depending on what facilities are offered and will usually be much higher if there are amenities such as pools and gyms or if security includes manned entrances. 'Townes says that with interest rates expected to decline by 0.25% at the next Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, bond repayments may become slightly more affordable, however, buyers should still ensure their financial readiness before committing. He offers the following key takeaways for buyers: - Do your homework and ensure that your budget includes all the property-purchase extras such as bond registration, transfer costs, moving expenses, and set-up fees. - Understand your affordability – even a minor interest-rate reduction won't significantly impact affordability in the short term. - Leverage City infrastructure investments – improved infrastructure in certain areas may boost property values over time. - Plan for long-term expenses – monthly levies, insurance, and maintenance costs will continue beyond the initial purchase – check their annual escalation rates in the past and project into the future. 'Buying a sectional-title property in Cape Town is an attractive and potentially lucrative investment, but careful financial planning is essential. By fully understanding all associated costs and what each area offers, buyers can confidently take the next step toward homeownership in this vibrant city,' concludes Townes. All rights reserved. © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
