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EXCEL SIGN-UPS HAVE STARTED
The info for this summer's EXCEL program is updated on the EXCEL tab. Sign ups start now!
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Welcome Jeff Bolhouse!
We are very excited to announce that Coach Bolhouse has accepted the DUX Varsity Football Coach position! Coach Bolhouse has been our JV Coach and a Varsity assistant for the entire existence of DUX Football. We couldn’t be happier!Let’s Go DUX!!
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Congratulations to the 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
In left to right order (in the photo):Derek Kingshott - Derek graduated from Zeeland West in 2008 as an accomplished student-athlete participating in basketball, football and track and field. In basketball, Derek was a two time all conference player in the 2007 and 2008 season and was named to the BCAM All-State Team following the 2007-08 season. Similar to basketball, Derek was a two time all conference football player, two time member of the Holland Sentinel All-Area team, member of the Grand Rapids Press Dream Team in 2006 and a member of the Zeeland West State Championship football team in 2006. On the track, Derek was all conference in 2008 and was a member of the Track and Field State Championship Relay teams in both the 1600 and 3200. Derek also excelled in the classroom graduating #4 in this class. Following graduation from Zeeland West, Derek went on to a career as a student-athlete at Hillsdale for 1 year playing foo
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FREE Livestreaming for Most Home Athletics
Live Streaming Zeeland West and Zeeland East Athletic Departments are excited to announce a new FREE livestream option for events at our gyms, soccer fields, and the stadium. Events can be streamed at the links below or through the “Team1Prep” app on your device or smart television. Zeeland West Livestream Zeeland East Livestream
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Football State Championship Shirt Orders
The Football State Champs shirt store will be open for several months. You can order online Here and have it shipped to your home.
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Zeeland West Varsity Dux Walk It Off Against Lakeview Varsity Spartans
Girls Varsity West SoftballZeeland West Varsity Dux took Wednesday's game in dramatic fashion, with a 5-4 walk-off victory over Lakeview Varsity Spartans. The game was tied at four in the bottom of the eighth when Madison Wyckoff doubled, scoring one run.Bri Kamer collected four hits in four at bats in the win. Kamer doubled in the first inning, singled in the third inning, doubled in the fifth inning, and singled in the seventh inning.Zeeland West Varsity Dux got on the board in the first inning after Kamer doubled, scoring one run.Zeeland West Varsity Dux added one run in the third after Kamer singled to center field.An error gave Lakeview Varsity Spartans the lead, 4-3, in the top of the seventh.Zeeland West Varsity Dux scored on a wild pitch, which helped Zeeland West Varsity Dux tie the game at four in the bottom of the seventh.Sadie Kragt earned the win for Zeeland West Varsity Dux. The hurler surrendered three hits and four runs (zero earned) over eight innings, striking out six and walking two. Delaney M
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Megan Strabbing With 3 Hits As Zeeland West Varsity Dux Beat Lakeview Varsity Spartans
Girls Varsity West SoftballMegan Strabbing collected three hits in three at bats, as Zeeland West Varsity Dux defeated Lakeview Varsity Spartans 7-2 on Wednesday. Strabbing hit a home run to center field in the first inning, singled in the second inning, and singled in the fourth inning.Madison Wyckoff struck out 11 batters on the day. The righty also allowed five hits and two runs over seven innings while walking one.Lakeview Varsity Spartans were the first to get on the board in the first when one run scored on another play.Zeeland West Varsity Dux flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the first, scoring five runs on six hits to take the lead, 5-1. The biggest blow in the inning was a home run to center field by Strabbing that drove in two.A single by Emily Kragt extended the Zeeland West Varsity Dux lead to 6-1 in the bottom of the second inning.Angelia Palma took the loss for Lakeview Varsity Spartans. The starter went one inning, allowing five runs (four earned) on six hits, striking out two and wal
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Dux Boys Track Sweeps HC Tri
Boys and Girls Varsity West TrackThe Zeeland West Boys Varsity track team won the tri-meet against Holland Christian 96-41 and Spring Lake 107-30 away at Holland Christian on a sunny Tuesday afternoon. Star performers of the Dux included, Sr. Keaton Hendricks placing 1st in the 110m hurdles with a time of 14.82 and placed 1st again in the 300m hurdles with a time of 39.80. Sr. Trey Sloothak placed 2nd in long jump with a distance of 21’6.25. Jr. Keagan Smith placed 1st in the 800m run with a time of 2:01.89, and hitting a PR. Sr. Reagan Page vaulted 13’0 feet. Assistant Varsity Coach Jordan Lambert commented, “The boys ran well as a team and pushed through together. Most boys got PR’s and they put in good effort putting us in a good spot for conference and regionals.” Sloothak mentioned, “I did the 100 and long jump which went pretty well. Both relays today went well, we placed 1st in both the 4x1 and the 4x2. I got some good times in but it could be better.” The DUX finish up their conferenc
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Zeeland West Varsity Dux Softball Roll Past Spring Lake Varsity Lakers
Girls Varsity West SoftballZeeland West Varsity Dux easily dispatched Spring Lake Varsity Lakers on Tuesday, 12-2.Zeeland West Varsity Dux jumped out to the lead in the bottom of the first inning after Emily Kragt doubled, scoring one run, Megan Strabbing singled, scoring one run, and an error scored three runs.Zeeland West Varsity Dux added to their early lead in the bottom of the second inning after Spring Lake Varsity Lakers dropped a third strike, and Zeeland West Varsity Dux scored on a wild pitch, each scoring one run.Three more Zeeland West Varsity Dux runs crossed the plate in the fourth inning to extend the lead to 10-2. Kragt hit a solo home run to center field, an error scored one run, and Sadie Kragt singled, scoring one run. E Kragt earned the win for Zeeland West Varsity Dux. The right-handed pitcher allowed six hits and two runs (zero earned) over six innings, striking out three and walking one. Khloe Siler took the loss for Spring Lake Varsity Lakers. The starting pitcher went five and one-t
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24 Hits Propel Zeeland West Varsity Dux Past Spring Lake Varsity Lakers
Girls Varsity West SoftballMadison Wyckoff collected six hits in six at bats, as Zeeland West Varsity Dux defeated Spring Lake Varsity Lakers 24-2 on Tuesday. Wyckoff hit a solo home run to center field in the sixth inning, singled in the second inning, doubled in the sixth inning, and singled in the first inning.Zeeland West Varsity Dux scored 13 runs in the sixth inning on the way to victory. Wyckoff hit a solo home run to center field, an error scored one run, an error scored one run, Riley Howe singled, scoring one run, Sadie Kragt singled, scoring three runs, Wyckoff doubled, scoring one run, Maddi Veersma singled, scoring one run, Emily Kragt singled, scoring one run, and Jenna Hendricks tripled, scoring three runs.Zeeland West Varsity Dux opened the scoring in the first after Bri Kamer singled, scoring one run.Raelyn Stratton grounded out, which helped Spring Lake Varsity Lakers tie the game at one in the bottom of the first.Zeeland West Varsity Dux flipped the game on its head in the top of the second, s
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West Varsity Golf takes 9th out of 24 at Flint Powers Invitational
Boys Varsity West GolfThe West varsity golf team placed 9th at the Flint Powers Invitational today, held at The Flint Golf Club. The team set a new school record for an away 18 score of 318. Mike Girman led the Dux with a 77. Logan Bomers added a 78, Graham VanDort a 81, and Tyler Baumann a 82. The team travels to Winding Creek on Friday to compete in the OK Black Zeeland East Jamboree.
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Girls' Track Controls the Von Ins Invite.
Boys and Girls Varsity West TrackZeeland West won the Von Ins Invite at West Ottawa Saturday morning in cool but sunny conditions. The Dux finished with 2143 points taking 1st place. In field and running events many athletes did as many as they could to get points for the Dux. Standout performers for the Dux included, Sr. Jordin Robelin and Lucy Budnik, who both got PR’s in the 200m. Jr. Amaya Brott, who got first in the 300m hurdles and a SB. and Towne, who got a PR in the 800m. Coach Kenemer stated, “We had several athletes step up and run events they haven’t run before to help the team. Overall it was a competitive and fun day.” Fr. Avery Towne said, “The meet went really well and I was very happy that I could PR. I think being positive and encouragement from the girls on the team help me do well in my events.”
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West Varsity Golf takes 5th at Ottawa County Invitational
Boys Varsity West GolfThe West varsity golf team placed 5th at the Ottawa County Invitational yesterday afternoon at The Meadows of G.V.S.U. Logan Bomers led the Dux with a 77 and finished 7th out of 66 players. Mike Girman added an 80, Tyler Baumann a 83, while Graham VanDort contributed a 86. The team travels to The Flint Golf Club on Monday to compete in the Flint Powers Charger Invitational.
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Girls Varsity Lacrosse Falls 0-14 to Mona Shores
Girls Varsity Lacrosse - Co-opOn Wednesday, April 30th, the Zeeland Girls Varsity Lacrosse team took on Mona Shores on their home field. The Sailors held a tough offense, putting up many shots on goal against the Birds. Zeeland’s goalie, Sr. MJ Romero, had ten saves throughout the game. Soph. Audrina Knoper led the Birds with seven shots on goal, Sr. Audrey Durham contributed with six, and Jr. Madison Helder attempted three. At half time, the Birds trailed the Sailors 0-7. Coach Brooke VanderStelt stated, “Their goalie is very quick and very intense. We really struggled with placing the ball in the right spot.” The Birds never gave up, but their efforts fell short against Mona Shores' defense. Knoper reflected, “We attempted to play our best as a team, but we fell apart in the end. I’m proud of the team's effort and our ability to remain good sports.” The Girls Varsity Lacrosse team will go on to play against Kalamazoo Central High School on Friday, May 2.
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Boys Track Beats Unity Christian
Boys and Girls Varsity West TrackThe Zeeland West Boys Varsity Track team scored 98.5 against Unity on Tuesday (Unity scored 38.5). Zeeland West Varsity held first place for almost all of the evening. The night saw many Dux wins. Jr. Clayton Ramsdell, who set a new PR of 6’4” on the high jump; Sr. Ben Greshaw, who placed first in the 400 meter (52.48a); and Jr. Sam Taylor, who placed first in the 1600 meter (4.56.42a).amsdell was stuck at a' 6'2 jump and was looking to get higher. Stating, “I hadn't jumped that high in months; I had plateaued at' 6'2. It feels good to beat my goals. Ramsdell went up to 6’4” on his jump Tuesday. We asked what helped Ramsdell get over the 6 '2 spot, he told us “Running faster helped me a lot, and being pushed by my coach.”Head Varsity Coach Phil Hoover commented, “We had certain goals in mind for today, for each event, and we reached most of them. Proud of the work we did today and goals reached.” Hoover seemed pleased with the work put into the night by the team. There was a
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Zeeland West Varsity Dux Claims Win Against Oakridge Varsity Eagles
Girls Varsity West SoftballZeeland West Varsity Dux defeated Oakridge Varsity Eagles 4-2 on Wednesday after taking the lead late in the game. The game was tied at two in the bottom of the sixth when Madison Wyckoff tripled, scoring two runs.Oakridge Varsity Eagles opened the scoring in the first after Brenna Cabrera grounded out, scoring one run.Emily Kragt singled to center field, which helped Zeeland West Varsity Dux tie the game at one in the bottom of the first.A single by Maddy Bowen gave Oakridge Varsity Eagles the lead, 2-1, in the top of the second.Kragt doubled down the left field line, which helped Zeeland West Varsity Dux tie the game at two in the bottom of the third.Wyckoff earned the win for Zeeland West Varsity Dux. The right-handed pitcher gave up three hits and two runs (zero earned) over seven innings, striking out nine and walking four. Kylee Willea took the loss for Oakridge Varsity Eagles. The starting pitcher went six innings, allowing four runs (three earned) on eight hits, striking out ni
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Dux Varsity Soccer Falls to Zeeland East 0-1
Girls Varsity West SoccerThe Zeeland West Girls’ Varsity Soccer team lost to East in a conference game by a score of 0-1 on April 28. Their Head Coach, Ben Hondorp, said, “We defended well for most of the match, putting out fires and managing the pressure put on by East, but we struggled to find any sort of rhythm and lacked connectivity on offense. East is a good team., They were the more aggressive, assertive, and decisive team and deserved the win. We exerted a lot of energy in the first half, and kind of ran out of gas in the second half. We did generate a couple of really good chances, just could not find the back of the net. I’m proud of our team's effort, just fell short.” There were no goals for the girls of Zeeland West, but they fought hard, especially with a couple of their key players out due to injury. They fought hard and just didn't get the outcome they needed. Jr. Jaedyn Sharda said, “This game didn’t go as we planned. We played as hard as we could and played like we wanted it. E
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Dux Soccer Dominates Dutch 3-0
Girls Varsity West SoccerThe Zeeland West Girls’ Varsity Soccer team beat Holland in a conference game by a score of 3-0 on April 25. Their Head Coach, Ben Hondorp, said, “We played really well on Friday against Holland. One of our better overall matches of the season. We possessed well in the midfield and created several really good chances. We were patient and poised with our attack, pushing numbers forward and creating combinations that made Holland scramble. Defensively, we were solid and didn’t really give up many quality looks at goal. Overall, I’m really happy with our performance.” Sr. Jordyn Klaasen scored twice, once in the first half and the other in the second half, and Sr. Madelyn VanDort scored once against the Dutch of Holland. Sr. Madelyn VanDort said, “Our game on Friday against Holland was very memorable! The game was going great, and we had been working hard as a team. My goal came as a result of my teammate Jordyn Klassen giving me an awesome pass. This goal will
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Zeeland West Girls Track Falls to Unity Christian
Boys and Girls Varsity West TrackZeeland West lost to Unity Christian at home Tuesday night 45.5-91.5. Stand out performers for the Dux included Jr. Amaya Brott, who set a season record and finished 2nd in 300m hurdles. Soph. Kaila Keeler set a PR in the 3200m. Coach Aaron Kenemer stated, “In general I just thought we had a competitive spirit today with lots of PR’s and encouragement from the team. We are having fun here and we can see the team cheering each other on.” Brott said, “I thought my meet today went well, especially in the 300m hurdles. I got a season record which I am proud of. The team is always very encouraging and it motivates me to push myself.”
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Maddi Veersma’s Clutch Hitting Propels Zeeland West Varsity To Victory Over Zeeland East
Girls Varsity West SoftballMaddi Veersma drove in four runs on three hits to lead Zeeland West Varsity Dux past Zeeland East Varsity Chix 20-9 on Tuesday. Veersma hit a home run to center field in the second scoring two, singled in the fifth scoring one, and singled in the fifth scoring one.Both offenses were strong at the plate as Zeeland West Varsity Dux collected 19 hits and Zeeland East Varsity Chix nine in the high-scoring affair.Zeeland East Varsity Chix got on the board in the top of the first inning after Emme Meyering doubled to center field, and Jordynn Berens singled down the right field line, each scoring one run.Zeeland West Varsity Dux tied the game in the bottom of the first thanks to a ground out by Emily Kragt, and a sacrifice fly by Megan Strabbing.Zeeland West Varsity Dux flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the second, scoring five runs on six hits to take the lead, 7-2. The biggest blow in the inning was a home run to center field by Veersma that drove in two.A home run to right fie
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Zeeland West Varsity Dux Take Lead And Never Look Back In Win Over Zeeland East
Girls Varsity West SoftballZeeland West Varsity Dux took care of business against Zeeland East Varsity Chix on Tuesday for the first game of the double header, winning 13-6.Zeeland West Varsity Dux got on the board in the top of the first inning after Megan Strabbing singled, scoring one run, Kaylee Redder induced Jenna Hendricks to hit into a fielder's choice, but one run scored, Kylie Glass singled, scoring one run, an error scored two runs, and Sadie Kragt doubled, scoring one run.Zeeland West Varsity Dux added one run in the second after Bri Kamer singled to center field.Two more Zeeland West Varsity Dux runs crossed the plate in the fifth inning to extend the lead to 12-4. Maddi Veersma hit a solo home run to center field, and Hendricks singled, scoring one run.Kragt earned the win for Zeeland West Varsity Dux. The starter surrendered 10 hits and six runs (three earned) over seven innings, striking out 10 and walking none. Redder took the loss for Zeeland East Varsity Chix. The hurler went seven innings, su
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West Varsity Golf takes 4th at OK Black Hamilton Jamboree held at Diamond Springs
Boys Varsity West GolfThe West varsity golf team placed 4th at the OK Black Hamilton Jamboree held at Diamond Springs Golf Course today. Mike Girman led the Dux with a 36. Logan Bomers added a 38 while Graham VanDort and Tyler Baumann had a pair of 45's. The team travels to The Meadows of G.V.S.U. on Friday to compete in the Ottawa County Invitational.
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Girls Varsity Lacrosse Dominates Jenison High School 19-2
Girls Varsity Lacrosse - Co-opThe Zeeland Girls' Lacrosse Team dominated 19-2 in their game on Friday (April 25) against Jenison High School. Zeeland West player Saige Canfield said, “Going into this game, we knew from past experience it would be one of our easier games, but we still put our best foot forward and pushed until the end. We tried out new things and let girls who haven't scored yet get a chance to. Overall, it went well.” Leading the team statistically was Sr. Audrey Durham with 7 points, Skylar Hundley with 2 assists, and Maggie Albrecht with 5 ground balls. At half-time, the girls were leading 14-1. Coach Brooke Vanderstelt stated, “It was a great game for us. We were able to put our best foot out there and make sure all of our players got a chance to play. It was a really good, high-scoring game.” The Birds held strong in offense and defense, leading to their dominating win. The Zeeland East varsity lacrosse team has a home conference game vs. Mona Shores (Norton Shores, MI) on Wednes
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West Varsity Golf Wins OK Black Spring Lake Jamboree - Sets New 9-Hole Away Team Score School Record
Boys Varsity West GolfThe West varsity golf team won the OK Black Spring Lake Jamboree held at Spring Lake Country Club today. The team broke the 9-hole away school record score with a 152. Logan Bomers was the co-medalist with a two under par - 35. Mike Girman added a 37, Mikey Fuller a 39, and Graham VanDort contributed a 41. The team travels to Diamond Springs tomorrow to compete in the OK Black Hamilton Jamboree.
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Tough Loss in Game Two For Zeeland West Varsity Softball vs Beal City Aggies
Girls Varsity West SoftballZeeland West Varsity Dux had trouble keeping up with Beal City Varsity Aggies in an 11-5 loss on Monday for the second game of a double header.Beal City Varsity Aggies got on the board in the top of the first inning after Lauren Gross singled, scoring one run, and Emma Block homered to center field, scoring two runs.Dakota Dodak earned the win for Beal City Varsity Aggies. The pitcher surrendered three hits and one run over four and one-third innings, striking out five and walking four. Emily Kragt pitched four innings in relief for Zeeland West Varsity Dux. The pitcher surrendered one hit and zero runs while, striking out one and walking two. Sadie Kragt took the loss for Zeeland West Varsity Dux. The right-handed pitcher went three innings, giving up 11 runs (nine earned) on 13 hits, striking out one and walking one. Block led things off in the circle for Beal City Varsity Aggies. The righty gave up three hits and four runs (one earned) over two and two-thirds innings, striking out o
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