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5 Questions With Waunakee Football's Aiden Meinholz
Aiden Meinholz was a natural fit as a kicker after playing both soccer and football while growing up.
The Waunakee senior ultimately dropped the round ball and focused solely on football. It's benefitted not only Meinholz, who graded out as a 4-star kicker by Kohl's Professional Camps, but the Warriors as well, beyond kickoffs and field goals.
Meinholz, who is considering playing at the next level, has become a standout defensive back in the Warriors secondary on top of his kicking duties.
"It's nice, but trying at times," said Meinholz, who feels he contributes more by pulling double duty.
The 5 foot 8, 153 pounder was a perfect 19 of 19 on extra points last season, according to WisSports.Net, and has helped Waunakee to a 2-1 record through three games this season.
Photos: Monona Grove, Waunakee football meet in Badger Large Conference openerWaunakee's Devonte Bacon lunges for the first down marker after making a catch during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Jackson Blotz wraps up Waunakee's Lucas Hamilton during a punt return during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Vance Johnson slips away from Monona Grove's Deangelo Clay (39) on a touchdown-scoring run during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Jacob Bonjour tries to work free on a chip block during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Lucas Hamilton breaks up a pass intended for Monona Grove's Preston Huemmer during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Deangelo Clay (39) fights for more yardage against Waunakee's McCoy Smith during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Vance Johnson makes a throw during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Tremayne Habeck powers through a group of Waunakee defenders during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Jackson Kidd tries to fight through a tackle attempt by Monona Grove's Carson McConnell during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Colin Hablewitz tries to get to the corner on a run during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Luke Hansen celebrates after a big stop during hte second half during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Will Knoeck leads the Silver Eagles onto the field for Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Mac Johnson powers through a tackle attempt by Monona Grove's Carson McConnell during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Hewitt Mayfield (4) tries to make a leaping catch during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Noah Joseph finishes off a tackle on Waunakee's Tremayne Habeck during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Chase Yinko (2) and Carson McConnell converge for a tackle on Waunakee's Kaden MacKenzie during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Jack Lutz kicks a field goal during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Jace Thomsen tries to get to the outside on a quarterback keeper during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee's Sully Scadden races for the end zone past a group of Monona Grove defenders during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMonona Grove's Cal Woerth turns up field after making a catch during Thursday's Badger Large Conference opener at Monona Grove High School.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN5 Madison High School Football Stars From Week 3
The State Journal will recognize the accomplishments of five football athletes from our coverage area each week.
The efforts may not be the greatest statistically but are notable. We then invite readers to vote for the Supernova, the performance that most stood out to you.
Here are this week's honorees.
Persistent Sully Scadden helps lead Waunakee
Scadden
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaunakee entered Badger Large Conference play last week in need of a lift.
The Warriors had suffered their first nonconference regular-season loss in more than a decade, and back-to-back losses weren't up for debate heading into a road test at Monona Grove.
"I think it was kind of an ego check, but we got to be fighting every single week," Waunakee running back Sully Scadden said. "It's not just going to be given to us; we have to go out there and take it."
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That's exactly what he did, persisting against a stout Silver Eagles defense to help lead the way to a 42-21 win. Scadden rushed for a pair of touchdowns, including the final score of the game, as the Warriors (2-1, 1-0 Badger Large) rebounded from a 49-34 loss to Madison Memorial in Week 2.
The 5-foot-7, 163-pound senior fought for 59 yards on 18 carries, eventually breaking loose to help put away the Silver Eagles. Following a recovered onside kick after Monona Grove whittled a 27-point lead to 34-21 late in the fourth quarter, Scadden ripped off a game-long 26-yard run to set up a 4-yard score with 4 minutes, 19 seconds left to play.
Scadden also paved the way for his teammates. He helped give Waunakee the lead, laying a massive block to spring loose Mac Johnson on a go-ahead 53-yard touchdown reception in the first quarter.
"I don't get to do that very often, but I've got to do whatever I can, however I can do it," Scadden said.
Drew Viney spreads wealth in Stoughton win
Stoughton's passing game has been hitting on all cylinders, even with some new weapons taking over, so far this season.
The Vikings and quarterback Drew Viney nearly were perfect in a convincing 40-21 win over Kettle Moraine Lutheran in the first week of Badger Small/East Central crossover games.
The senior right-hander completed 21 of 25 passes for a career-high 401 yards and five touchdowns, good for a perfect 158.3 passer rating, according to WisSports.Net.
Viney threw three first-half touchdown passes, including a pair to Jay Johnson and another to LeShawn Brown, as the Vikings led 26-0 at the break. He connected with Brown and Johnson on touchdown catches of 38 and 36 yards in the third quarter to cap the Vikings' scoring.
"I think what impressed me most was his ability to keep his eyes down the field and trust his receivers to make plays," Stoughton coach Jason Becker said.
Viney shared the wealth beyond his top two options, connecting with five other receivers, including four others at least twice.
"That shows the confidence Drew has in all of his teammates to make plays, rather than to one or two guys," Becker said.
McFarland's Garrett Crull nearly perfect in first win
McFarland burst into the win column to open Rock Valley Conference play with a 35-6 win over Whitewater after a pair of nonconference losses.
The Spartans rode the arm of quarterback Garrett Crull past the Whippets as the 6-3, 160-pound sophomore was precise throughout his third start. Crull completed 13 of 17 passes for 223 yards and three scores, according to WisSports, to fuel the Spartans.
"The offensive line gave him some time to be able to make his progressions and hit the open receiver," McFarland coach Paul Ackley said. "He moved out of the pocket well and threw good balls on the run."
He connected with seven receivers but found the most success with Brady Krenz. The pair connected for two scores, including a 19-yard jump ball and a 90-yard catch and run.
Lawson Maier sparks Sauk Prairie on ground
Maier
NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSINSauk Prairie, which touts one of the area's top quarterback-wide receiver duos, relied on a change of pace in Week 3.
Lawson Maier provided the perfect second option for the Eagles, fueling a strong ground attack in a 44-0 win over Watertown in a Badger Small/East Central crossover. The senior ran for 171 yards and a pair of scores on 24 carries, averaging 7.1 yards per carry, according to WisSports.
"Lawson's a shifty running back with great field vision who waited patiently, taking advantage of the running lanes when they appeared," Sauk Prairie coach Randy Wallace said.
Maier, who also had three tackles on defense, helped set the tone early with a 23-yard score in the opening quarter.
Cade Patterson carries heavy load for Madison Edgewood
Patterson
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINFinishing runs was a point of emphasis Madison Edgewood coach Jesse Norris gave Cade Patterson entering Week 3 action.
The senior running back took it to heart, finding the end zone four times in the Crusaders' 47-18 win over Kewaskum in a Badger Small/East Central crossover game.
"Cade is settling nicely into his role, and I'm very proud of his progress," Norris said.
Patterson recorded just 57 yards but logged a team-high 15 carries, providing a great 1-2 punch alongside Jack Halloran. He scored the game's opening touchdown from 6 yards out and added a 3-yard score after the Indians pulled within 14-12 early in the second quarter.
Patterson helped put the game out of reach with Edgewood's final two scores from 7 yards and 1 yard out in the third quarter for a 47-12 lead and a running clock.
Supernova voting
Blicharz
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINCongratulations to Wisconsin Heights' Cody Blicharz, who won the Week 2 supernova voting with 46.1% of the vote. Vote for your favorite performance to be the State Journal Week 3 supernova below. Below is the result of this week's voting.
Photos: Middleton hosts Madison Memorial football in Week 3 Game of the WeekMadison Memorial's Blake Adams drops Middleton's Joey Passaglia for a loss during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Troy Teff reaches for first down yardage before taking a hit from Madison Memorial's Blake Adams during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Ty Aparicio tries to elude Middleton's Luke Chandler on a punt return during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Harrison Armstrong and Patrick Passini (25) converge for a tackle on Madison Memorial's Kam Parker during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Cashes Bufford (3) intercepts a pass intended for Middleton's Chase Rogers during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Drew Cooney (83) makes a diving catch for a touchdown between two Madison Memorial defenders during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Owen Fiedler, left, and Marion Moore chestbump after connecting for a touchdown during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Corben Falk tries to wrap up Madison Memorial's Marion Moore during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Levi Duggan tries to chase down Middleton's Elijah Jackson during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Joey Passaglia races towards the sidelines to avoid Madison Memorial pass rushers during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Owen Fiedler fires a pass during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Jackson Guerrero breaks into the open field after catching a pass during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Hamza Jaber (52) celebrates after sacking Middleton's Joey Passaglia during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Elijah Jackson fights to get to the end zone during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Marion Moore had an 82-yard kickoff return for a touchdown during last week's Big Eight Conference opener against Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS, LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton players celebrate with Drew Cooney (83) after scoring a touchdown during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Kam Parker dances with Marion Moore (16) after scoring the Spartans opening touchdown during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Troy Teff tries to evade a group of Madison Memorial defenders during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMadison Memorial's Kam Parker slips through a pair of Middleton defenders during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
SEAN DAVIS LEE SPORTS WISCONSINMiddleton's Charlie Tompach looks for open space to run after making an interception on the opening play of the game during Friday night's Big Eight Conference opener at Otto Breitenbach Stadium in Middleton.
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Vote For The Week 5 High School Football Game We Should Cover
The conference season is in the thick of things and teams already have an idea of what they should look like as the regular season inches closer to the playoffs.
We asked readers to cast their vote for which Week 5 high school football game our WiscNews sports team should cover. The poll will close at 4 p.M. Thursday.
Madison Edgewood at Portage, 7 p.M. Friday
Portage's Max Kreuziger tackles Wisconsin Dell's Sam Ersland for a short gain during the second half of Friday's nonconference game. Kreuziger finished with eight total tackles and an interception for a touchdown.
MARK MCMULEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINPortage (2-2, 0-2 Badger Small) is coming off back-to-back allowing opponents to score more than 25 points.
The defense has to get back on track. Against Edgewood (2-2, 1-1), the defense will have its hands full with senior running back Cade Patterson, who has run for team-highs of 247 yards and four touchdowns.
The Crusaders could only muster a handful of points in a 33-20 loss to Kettle Moraine Lutheran last week. Meanwhile, Gannon Bagstad threw for two touchdowns last week to keep the Crusaders alive.
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Portage senior Max Kreuziger ran for two scores in last week's 49-14 loss to Port Washington last week.
Oshkosh Lourdes at Cambria-Friesland, 7 p.M. Friday
Cambria-Friesland's Carter Drews sidesteps Fall River/Rio's Gabe Locke while attempting a pass during Friday night's Trailways Conference game at Pirate Cover Stadium in Fall River.
SEAN DAVIS, LEE SPORTS WISCONSINCambria-Friesland (2-2, 1-1 Trailways) is coming off a tough 22-0 Trailways Conference loss to Randolph. Dayton McBride only threw for 88 yards and an interception while the rushing attack musted just 155 yards.
Not much production meant for a shutout. This week, the Hilltoppers' defense will have to contend with Oshkosh Lourdes quarterback Wade Lindahl, who has thrown for 750 yards and six touchdowns so far this season.
Lourdes (1-3, 0-2) lost 41-30 to Johnson Creek last week, but Lindahl had 303 passing yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for 69 yards.
Adams-Friendship at Waupun, 7 p.M. Friday
Waupun's Landon Potratz enters this season as the Plug on defense, a hybrid position between a linebacker and defensive end.
MARK MCMULEN, LEE SPORTS WISCONSINWaupun is flying high from a 34-14 South Central Conference victory over Ripon last week.
Quarterback Chase Beahm threw for 115 yards and two touchdowns while running back Kyler Sanders led the way with 60 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
The Waupun defense (3-1, 1-1 South Central) also intercepted Ripon four times. One of the interceptions came from Haiden Rieder, who also had 11 total tackles on the night.
The confidence gained bodes well when Adams-Friendship (2-2, 1-1) comes to town. Adam's Friendship lost 55-7 to Wisconsin Dells. Wisconsin Dells gave Waupun it's only defeat of the season, a 44-20 loss on Sept. 6.
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Scene from Columbus football vs. Horicon/HustisfordColumbus' Connor Roche has his helmet shifted while being tackled during the first quarter of Friday's Capitol Conference foe Horicon/Hustisford.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Connor Roche stiff arms a Horicon/Hustisford defender during Friday's Capitol Conference game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Connor Roche stiff arms a Horicon/Hustisford defender during Friday's Capitol Conference game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Connor Roche makes a catch for a long gain during Friday's Capitol Conference game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Peyton Powers attempts a pass during Friday's Capitol Conference game against Horicon/Hustisford.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus Jordan Mobry is tackled at the 16-yard line after intercepting the ball during Friday's Capitol Conference game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINHoricon/Hustisford's Barrett Meyer falls for extra yards against Columbus.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINHoricon/Hustisford's Quinten Brown catches a tipped pass for a first down during Friday's game against Columbus.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Peyton Powers tries to run over a Horicon/Hustisford player during Friday's game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINHoricon/Hustisford's Barrett Meyer attempts a pass during Friday's game against Columbus.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus's Wyatt Graffin, left, and Luke Kahl, right, tackle Horicon/Hustisford's Barrett Meyer.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Griffinn Corrado makes a catch against Horicon/Hustisford during Friday'a game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Griffinn Corrado makes a catch against Horicon/Hustisford during Friday'a game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Jordan Mobry is tackled to the ground during Friday's game against Horicon/Hustisford.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINColumbus' Kaleb Sime runs past a Horicon/Hustisford player during Friday's game.
MARK MCMULLEN LEE SPORTS WISCONSINHoricon/Hustisford's Owen Muche runs for a big gain during Friday's game against Columbus.
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