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West Ottawa High School
West Ottawa High School Athletic Program
Panther Sports Community
Tennis
Cross Country
Helen Sachs
Kyle Barnes
Student Athletes
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Soccer
State Championship
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Grand Valley State University
Community Service
College Football
Mental Health
West Ottawa High School Football
Michigan State University
Summer Workouts
Girls Varsity Volleyball

Official Podcast of the West Ottawa High School Athletic Program. 29 Sports, One Team. The show that brings you into the lives of student athletes, coaches and other faces in the Panther Sports Community. Bringing you the stories you might otherwise never hear. Join Rodney Vellinga and Athletic Director Bill Kennedy as they dive in with you to get to know each other a little bit better.

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The lights drop, the crowd gasps, and the drumline hits the tunnel—suddenly halftime isn’t a break anymore. We invited band director Chris Janowiak and three juniors to share how West Ottawa’s Ignite show turned Friday nights into a must-see, must-he... more

What makes a high school athletic experience truly special? For West Ottawa Superintendent Tim Bearden, it's that magical Friday night feeling – middle schoolers creating "white noise" in one section, the high school "Black Hole" roaring in another, ... more

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Sharing our Episode Release Schedule for Season Two. 

Three Sundays in a row of Podcast Releases, then one Sunday off.

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Podcasts now dropping at 5pm every Sunday evening for that late weekend chill, or listen Monday AM during that mo... more

Water Polo is often overlooked in the high school sports landscape. Yet for the athletes of West Ottawa High School's Water Polo team, it's a daily passion requiring exceptional physical and mental fortitude. We sit down with team members Liam Tuinst... more

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From the high school gyms of West Ottawa to the professional arenas of Europe, Jake Van Tubbergen’s basketball journey embodies the power of persistence, hardwork and community.

As a 2017 West Ottawa graduate who led the Panthers to their first-ever... more

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When dedication, talent, coaching and friendship come together, championships follow. That's the story of Ella Wierks, Ava Porras, Emma Gunnett, and Collette Wierks, four remarkable student-athletes, who along with many others, are part of a West Ott... more

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Three years ago, the fan football experience at West Ottawa was traditional – you'd watch the game, listen to the Public Address Announcer, and perhaps enjoy some music from a CD player. Fast forward to today, and the difference is remarkable. With t... more

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A sports injury to end your season, and maybe take away your sport forever. It's the devastating news no athlete ever wants to hear. Depression, sadness and anger are all part of the process, isolation and doubt show up too.

In this episode, we are ... more

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Recent Guests

Ato Condelee
2013 West Ottawa graduate, three-sport athlete and Athletic Hall of Fame inductee.
Episode: Reflecting & Reminiscing with 2024 West Ottawa Hall of Fame Inductee Ato Condelee
Lauren Condelee
Wife of Ato, providing insights into his personal growth.
Episode: Reflecting & Reminiscing with 2024 West Ottawa Hall of Fame Inductee Ato Condelee
Helen Sachs
Senior athlete and decorated cross country runner
West Ottawa High School
Episode: Shared Success in Girls Cross Country, with Helen Sachs & Kyle Barnes
Kyle Barnes
Head coach of girls cross country team
West Ottawa High School
Episode: Shared Success in Girls Cross Country, with Helen Sachs & Kyle Barnes
Frank Lerchen
Athlete Performance Coordinator at West Ottawa
West Ottawa High School
Episode: Explosive, Powerful, Fast Athletes: with Frank Lerchen & Kyle McKenzie
Kyle McKenzie
Peak Performance Instructor at West Ottawa
West Ottawa High School
Episode: Explosive, Powerful, Fast Athletes: with Frank Lerchen & Kyle McKenzie
Sarah Moraw
Current gymnast at the University of Minnesota and Big 10 champion
University of Minnesota
Episode: Finding Balance with Big 10 Balance Beam Champion Sarah Moraw
Tyler Robinson
First year soccer coach at West Ottawa, former English teacher with 20 years of coaching experience
West Ottawa High School
Episode: Believe: On The Pitch with Tyler Robinson and Andrew Merlam Salazar of Varsity Boy's Soccer
Andrew Merlam Salazar
Senior captain of the varsity soccer team, known for his positive attitude and physical presence
West Ottawa High School
Episode: Believe: On The Pitch with Tyler Robinson and Andrew Merlam Salazar of Varsity Boy's Soccer

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Rodney Vellinga
Host of the official podcast of West Ottawa High School Athletic Program, focusing on student athlete narratives.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Catching Up and Looking Forward with Michigan State Offensive Lineman Cooper Terpstra
Q: What does it mean for you to have number 54 back?
It provides a level of confidence because I've worn 54 since I was in third grade, making it feel ingrained in me.
Catching Up and Looking Forward with Michigan State Offensive Lineman Cooper Terpstra
Q: What has been the grind this summer for you getting ready for the fall?
Our workout schedules include a combination of meetings, walkthroughs, speed work, and lifts, which makes the Mondays particularly tough.
Making Strong Strides in Boys Cross Country, with Chris Knoll and Boston Wilkinson
Q: What does that do for kind of the culture within the program, the bonds that are formed within the team?
It solidifies the bonds that are already there, sharing meals and experiences together, which enhances the team dynamic.
Making Strong Strides in Boys Cross Country, with Chris Knoll and Boston Wilkinson
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about the things you like to do here at West Ottawa?
I try to do a lot of things, like running cross country, running track, and I think I'm going to be doing debate again this year.
It Takes A Village: Kaitlyn Lawton, Magaly Lemus and Varsity Girls Volleyball
Q: How did Magaly feel about her recruitment process?
She expressed it as stressful and competitive, indicating the importance of maintaining communication with coaches.

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