He replaces Craig Harris, who coached him at Middleton. Pertzborn, who was also a Business Education teacher at MHS, Multiple sources told the Times-Tribune the incident took place in the boys locker room at MHS after a training session that took place before school. Pertzborn, who was also a Business Education teacher at MHS, resigned from that position, as well. ---- I wanted something I could build.. WebPertzborn became Middleton football coach in 2019 and taught business education. Capistrano Valley Christian 6, Northview 5. "As is always the case, we take any allegation seriously and are committed to following appropriate protocols and procedures involved with investigation," the district's statement reads in part. WebHead Coach J. Courtney Head Coach Jose Morales Assistant Coach Top Performers All Top Performers FL Division 2M Interceptions RANK INT 1 Javan Williams Sr. CB, FS 6 Latest Wisconsin high school football second round playoff schedule and scores - live and final. Pertzborn was one of five staff members who served up to 12 days of unpaid suspensions after an investigation showed he and others viewed adult content on the district's email system, according to a 2010 State Journal report. The letter further stated that district officials investigating the allegations will continue meeting with students, staff and parents to learn more information about the football program. Im probably biased, Sims said. Those experiences helped prepare Williams for his biggest challenge yet. He graduated from Iowa-Grant High School in 1975. A witness came forward to share their testimony because they thought, Principal Peg Shoemaker says there will be increased training for football coaches, more supervision in locker rooms and more instruction for . Questions? Dan is a graduate of Cal State Fullerton, where he worked at The Daily Titan as a news reporter, sports reporter, managing editor and opinion editor. Sims was a standout offensive and defensive lineman at Madison County High School (Ga.) in the late 1990s, then played offensive line at the University of West Georgia. He can be contacted at lreigstad@wisctv.com. Invalid password or account does not exist. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. The former first-round pick of the Lions started coaching in the high school ranks in California after his seven-year NFL career ended in 2011. Position: Coach - JV Football - Davis Senior High School, July-November 2023, $3,366.00/season. The former Plant High and University of Southern California star left a head coaching job in California and eventually applied to take over at Middleton. Middleton's stats have been entered for the 35-7 loss @ King on 10/28/2022 7:30 PM. The Trailblazers, ranked No. Neither Pertzborn, or those supervising the training session, were in the locker room at the time of the alleged incident. I cant wait, Pertzborn said. According to sources, Pertzborn hired prominent Madison attorney Stephen P. Hurley who then negotiated a buyout with the Middleton-Cross Plains School District. WebMiddleton High School / Homepage Home Academics " Bell Schedule Athletics - Organizations - Clubs " Our Campus " Students & Parents " Attendance Policy Driver's Education MHS Student Portfolio Find It Fast MSD COVID-19 Info See the most recent MSD COVID-19 information District Office Click to access our District Office Directory MIDDLETON, Wis. (WMTV) The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School is working with the police department to investigate alleged harassment within the high schools football program, the superintendent and principal revealed Friday morning in a joint letter sent to families. 1126 MILLS STREET Middleton's stats have been entered for the 12-8 win @ Strawberry Crest on 10/7/2022 7:30 PM. Etiwanda, which fell to the Trailblazers last season in the regional final and last weekend in the CIF-SS Open Division final, beat host La Jolla Country Day 47-42 in the other semifinal Saturday. I didnt need a place that was already established with the gravy train and biscuit wheels. Middleton athletic director Jamie Sims believes the football coaching job at MHS is one of the best in Wisconsin. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Entering his 31st year as a head high school football coach in Idaho, Middletons Bill Brock has seen a lot, including a celebration for a milestone he never dreamed of reaching. His best player, Florida commit Johnnie Brown, has yet to show up. Were doing a lot of introductory stuff and making sure every kid is cleared and ready to go, Williams said. Read the district's full statement to News 3 Now below: "We are investigating allegations regarding student-to-student conduct within our football program. Twenty-one people were taken to hospitals after about 85 vehicles were involved in a pile-up near Beloit that closed Interstate 39/90 for hour. Pertzborn later served as the head sophomore coach for 10 seasons, then jumped to the varsity level in 2013 and became the Cardinals offensive coordinator. On 10/7, the Middleton varsity football team won their away conference game against Madison West (Madison, WI) by a score of 51-20. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports, Middleton football highlights Brandon High School. Middleton high school football program under investigation after harassment complaint; coach resigns Logan Rude , Logan Reigstad Jan 27, 2023 MIDDLETON, Wis. -- He specializes in football and all the aquatics but covers many different sports. Superintendent Dana Monogue and principal Peg Shoemaker sent a letter to families in the district Friday morning saying the investigation could take several weeks. MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Middleton Cross Plains Area School District expects a police report to be released in the coming days in reference to an investigation According to the letter, district staff will be following up with students and staff in the coming weeks to learn more. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. He can be contacted at lrude@wisctv.com. BLACK EARTH WI 53515 They're more concerned about keeping everybody quiet instead of solving any actual problems.". Middleton went 8-4 overall in 2021 and reached Level 3 of the playoffs for the first time since 2016. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. Pertzborn served as Middletons co-head coach with Tim Simon in 2018, then took over the program in 2019. "Me, as a coach, Im here to challenge this group to honor Hezekiah in the proper way. The district has been working with the Middleton Police Department to further investigate since then. They had to work for it in the last eight minutes, and thats something (we) can be proud of.. The fortunate thing about this unfortunate situation is the timing, Sims said. I just wanted to be where I could have a presence and an impact. WFCA 8-PLAYER PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Wyatt Jensen, Luck. In all, Pertzborns teams went 26-14 (.650) and extended their streak of playoff appearances to 26 consecutive years which is tied for the longest in Division 1 with Hartland Arrowhead. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). What Middleton also has, though, is an image problem. Pertzborn became Middleton football coach in 2019 and taught business education. WIAA football second round playoff primer. Congratulations to Joshua Balloon for being selected the Middleton player of the game. A number of parties have already been interviewed during the investigation that started more than a week ago. Our district will not be commenting further about his resignation, said Shannon Valladolid, district director of information and public relations. Multiple attempts to reach Pertzborn were not immediately returned. 2023 SportsEngine, Inc. Copyright 2023 WMTV. According to sources, several members of Middletons 2022 football staff met on Jan. 27 to discuss their future. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Here's how all area teams fared in the latest poll. Rays were fearless on the bases in 2022. See live traffic conditions in the Madison area as another snowstorm dumps what is forecast to be several inches on the area Saturday into Sunday. Red Devils won state titles in boys and girls golf, finished second in girls tennis. In Kurt's junior and senior years, Iowa-Grant captured conference football championships, as well as being captain his senior season. He then was a two-year starting quarterback at MHS and a standout baseball player. Follow your favorite high school teams and players, Explore and purchase photos of your local teams, See top plays & highlights of the best high school sports, 2022 Wisconsin High School Football Playoff Brackets: WIAA Division 1, Wisconsin: Kickoff Returns from Weekend of Oct 7th, 2022. You have permission to edit this article. Whitewater police investigating after newborn found dead in field, included among a list of personnel changes, Hundreds gather to honor former UW Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank at memorial service, Marianne Williamson begins longshot 2024 challenge to Biden, Trump featured in song by January 6 prisoners choir, Texas GOP censures Republican congressman for 'lack of fidelity' to party principles and priorities, Overturned gas tanker carrying flammable liquids explodes on highway in Maryland, killing 1 person. During his tenure, Middleton lost only one time in the first round of the playoffs; his last season in 2003.Since moving on from Middleton in 2003, Gundlach served as Athletic Director at Madison East High School for two years, Activities Director at Green Bay Southwest High School for four years, and is presently Co-Curricular/ Facilities Director at Marinette High School. Pertzborn a 1990 MHS graduate grew up in the Middleton program. MIDDLETON, Wis. -- The Middleton-Cross Plains School District is working with local police to investigate harassment allegations from within the district's high school football program. Middleton's stats have been entered for the 50-15 win vs. Sickles on 10/21/2022 7:30 PM. WFCA ASSISTANT He was honored as a Jim Staunton WFCA SMALL SCHOOL DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Carson Hinzman, Saint Croix Central. He was the starting quarterback in his sophomore season for the UW-Platteville Conference Championship team of 1976, and was voted team captain for his junior season.After graduation, Gundlach began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at UW-Platteville for one season in 1980. Sims stressed that whoever is hired as Middletons next coach will have the full support of the athletic department and district administrators. MCPASD officials said that they are prepared to hold anyone accountable to school-based and athletic code expectations. WebAddress: 2100 Bristol St, Middleton, WI 53562. Just what that list of candidates looks like remains to be seen. As is always the case, we take any allegation seriously and are committed to following appropriate protocols and procedures involved with investigation. It remains unclear whether Pertzborn resigned due to the allegations. McFarland made its debut in the Division 2 boys basketball state rankings, while Middleton remained near the top of Division 1 following undef. 866-495-5172 Middleton High School; MIDDLETON, ID; Football; Middleton High School State: IDAHO Phone: (208) 585-6657. Campbell Hall 3, Brentwood 0. Due to the circumstances of this case and the ongoing investigation, we cannot comment further on any of the specific allegations or individuals involved.". We could have a great year.. Valid CPR and First Aid, TB Test, Fingerprint Watch this highlight video of the Middleton (Tampa, FL) football team in its game Brandon High School on Oct 14, 2022. Two years ago, his wife, Giavonna, died in her sleep from heart complications. Middleton's stats have been entered for the 27-14 win by forfeit @ Sumner on 11/4/2022 7:30 PM. Middleton is the largest high school in the state with 2,378 students, so there are plenty of able bodies roaming the hallways. Pertzborn was not in charge of the morning workout, but was on school grounds. Its believed several of those coaches will opt not to return in 2023. Support from our staff is critical, and whoever we hire will have our full support, Sims said. It wasnt a breezy win for them. Pertzborn was also the Regents offensive coordinator in both 2000 and 2001. Burbank Burroughs 10, Hoover 0. Its Juju being Juju, Komaki said. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. He compiles the Hot 150 list of football players to watch in Orange County before each season. (OCTAVIO JONES | Times), Photos: Lightning lose third straight as they fall in overtime to the Penguins, Photos: Rays back at Trop in spring game against Twins, Tampa race has 4 candidates, including 2 council veterans, seeking open seat. I'm excited to have the opportunity to work with the athletes here at Wisconsin high school football third round playoff schedule and scores - live and final. Pertzborn was a reserve on Middletons 1987 state championship team the last group of Cardinals to hoist a gold ball. These kids are learning a whole new system. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. WebMHS Athletics Coaches Fall Sports Cross Country Brian Finnel: Email Alexa Richardson: Email Dance Team Jackie Rehberg: Email Golf (Girls) Becky Halverson: Email Soccer (Boys) Kevin Pauls: Email Swimming & Diving (Girls) RJ Lieferman (Swim): Email Cindy Zocher (Dive): Further, regardless of individual outcomes, we will identify and eradicate any unwelcome culture we find within the Middleton High School Football program; we will reset the culture to align with District and community values of integrity, trust, and decency. In a letter from Superintendent Dana Monogue and School Board President Robert Hesselbein, they updated families on the status of the district investigation and one from the Middleton Police Department. We won't share it with anyone else. He replaces Fred Reid, who was removed from his position and transferred to another school as part of the disciplinary measures taken by the Hillsborough County school board in response to Walters death, which came after he collapsed during a summer workout. Dec 6, 2022 #Football #Recruiting #Cardinals storyoftheseason.co Middleton High School (WI) Football Recruiting Profiles - storyoftheseason.com storyoftheseason.com 1 8 14 Show this Dan Albano has been a high school sports writer at The Orange County Register since 1993. MIDDLETON, Wis. (WMTV) The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School is working with the police department to investigate alleged harassment within the high Sims said he expects there will be a two-phase interview process, in which the applicants will be narrowed down and the top candidates will be brought back for Round 2. MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Middleton Cross Plains Area School District expects a police report to be released in the coming days in reference to an investigation of alleged harassment within the high schools football program, a letter to families indicated Tuesday. The perception by some is that Pertzborn was made the fall guy for the entire incident. He also writes about high school football recruiting, including The Register's annual FAB 15 teams that list the top high school football players in the Western U.S. before National Signing Day. A lot of guys just don't trust our district right now, one source said. Williams was so moved by the tragedy that he packed two duffel bags with the intent of leaving his head coaching job in California to come home. Part of buyout included a gag order that prohibits Pertzborn from discussing the incident. Copyright 2023 WMTV. In fact, Chow Rays top prospect Taj Bradley on mound to face Yankees, High-profile race for citywide Tampa council seat has seen fireworks, West Tampa plumber was able to achieve a lot by being kind, Bucs expected to release veteran tight end Cameron Brate, 48 Cuban migrants arrive at Florida Keys in 2 boats, who was removed from his position and transferred to another school as part of the disciplinary measures taken by the Hillsborough County school board in response to Walters death, Parents of Hezekiah B. Walters seek full-time athletic trainers at Hillsborough schools. WebMiddleton High School Athletics Athletics Office Athletics Office Welcome to the 2022-2023 MHS Athletic Season! WebHead Coach Tim Simon Assistant Coach Chad Ophime Statistician Latest Updates Eric Frantz Nov 17, 2022 WIAA state final football scores Wisconsin high school football state Key Wisconsin high school football games, computer rankings, statewide stat leaders, schedules and scores - live and final. Subscribe now. Pertzborn was diagnosed with cancer on Jan. 13, 2022, and announced he was cancer free on the one-year anniversary of his diagnosis. He later returned to Madison County High as a teacher and coach before moving his family to Wisconsin. Sierra Canyon finished with its third-lowest output of the season but trailed only once at 3-2 and led 31-11 late in the first half. I always wanted to come back to coach, but it had to be the right school, the right fit, said Williams, 35. Logan Rude is the assignment editor and a digital producer for WISC-TV News 3 Now and Channel3000.com. During Gundlach's 22 years as Head Coach at Middleton, the Cardinals won 4 Conference Championships and were 7 time conference runners up, compiling a record of 167 wins and 72 losses. The district explained that it couldnt get into specific details about the investigation because it cannot discuss individual student matters by law. And Middleton has a youth program thats second-to-none. GREG DIXON, FOR THE STATE JOURNAL Waunakee The district passed a referendum in Nov., 2022, that among many other things will upgrade the football facilities. On 10/21, the Middleton varsity football team won their home non-conference game against Sickles (Tampa, FL) by a score of 50-15. @EFrantzMPs Great Lakes Football Rankings. Caia Elisaldez playing physical defense against star guard Juju Watkins. Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Tim Simon became the head coach in 2004. TAMPA Mike Williams took the news hard after reading about Middleton High freshman Hezekiah B. Walters death in June. Tom credits these coaches for giving him the opportunity to develop his defensive philosophy and for his success as an assistant coach. 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Several hours after the school district released details of the investigation, the Middleton Police Dept. So she has to have a great motor. We just always talk about whoever is in front of us is in our way for a championship, said Sierra Canyon coach Alicia Komaki, whose team improved to 31-0. They ask families to encourage their students to share any information they have, if they are questioned. We are investigating allegations regarding student-to-student conduct within our football program, said Shannon Valladolid, district director of information and public relations. In a letter sent Friday morning to families with students in the football program, district officials said they received information just over a week ago about some sort of alleged harassment within the football team. Theres stories for everybody else, which is great, but theres no stories for us.. We have been working in collaboration with the Middleton Police Department. The game was physical and intense, and at one point a couple of fans apparently went too far and were escorted from the gym. I think he really likes talking about growing up in Tampa sometimes because hes excited to be back in his city and hes really trying to make a difference. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Once investigators feel that they have collected all necessary information, they will complete a report and send it to a decisionmaker who will recommend next steps. When Sims was asked if Middletons program suddenly had an image problem he said, Thats a given.. All rights reserved. WebCoach of the Week: Waunakee's Rich Lampe Feb 17, 2023 WAUNAKEE, Wis. -- Every day Rich Lampe comes to the pool with a smile, a daily comic, and a positive outlook on life. You cant always be on the output. She also confirmed head football coach and business teacher Jason Pertzborn has resigned "citing personal reasons," adding the district would not be commenting further about his resignation. WebHead Coach joyb2@hcsedu.org 731-376-8391 Full-time Teacher Football Member of Division I, Class 1A, Region 8 Soccer Member of Division I, Class A, Region 6, District 12 Steve Pickens Head Coach pickenss@hcsedu.org 731-376-8391 Full-time Teacher Girls' Softball Member of Division I, Class 1A, Region 7, District 14 NOT PROVIDED Boys' Tennis In 1982, Kurt Gundlach became the head coach. On 10/14, the Middleton varsity football team won their away conference game against Brandon (FL) by a score of 45-0. Middleton's stats have been entered for the 45-0 win @ Brandon on 10/14/2022 7:30 PM. These first few days have been good to get feedback, too. Congratulations to Joe McCall jr for being selected the Middleton player of the game. This website is powered by SportsEngine's. MHS Teachers, Coaches, Students, Athletes, Parents and Boosters Williams also knows how to deal with tragedy. Junior forward Jenessa Cotton finished with 10 points and took three charges, while Addison Deal and Shaena Brew added nine and eight points, respectively. COPYRIGHT 2023 BY CHANNEL 3000. None of those factors distracted the Sierra Canyons girls basketball team Saturday from its mission of defending its CIF State Open Division championship. WebPertzborn, who just resigned sighting personal reasons (though its suspect timing with this investigation), was the JV coach when I went to school there and took the head coach position after I graduated. Middleton football coach, teacher resigns amid program investigation. BLACK EARTH 53515, Copyright 2015 | Times-Tribune | All Rights Reserved, Middleton football coach Jason Pertzborn resigned Thursday./Times-Tribune photo by Mary Langenfeld, Middleton's Hurley a finalist for Mr. Basketball. It doesnt matter the legacy of the team or if it is my former head coach. We all have our struggles that we have to find a way to move past and still be who we are called to be, Williams said. Middleton athletic director Jamie Sims believes the football coaching job at MHS is one of the best in Wisconsin. New rules could make them more aggressive. issued its own statement confirming its role in the investigation. 1126 MILLS STREET Click here to download the NBC15 News app or our NBC15 First Alert weather app. On 9/30, the Middleton varsity football team won their away conference game against Janesville Parker (Janesville, WI) by a score of 51-32. The Cardinals moved their 2020 season to the spring of 2021 due to COVID-19, where they went 3-3 in a modified six-game schedule. But I think its one Kurt GundlachKurt Gundlach was born in Dodgeville, WI on November 11, 1957 to Clayton and Mary Gundlach of Montfort, WI. Sims advanced to assistant principal, interim principal, then principal at Black Hawk, and earned his Masters in Educational Leadership from Edgewood College during that time. Sims expects the job will stay posted for two weeks, then he expects to begin interviews in mid- to late-February. It noted that no arrests have been made. Pertzborns first team in 2019 went 8-3 overall and reached Level 2 of the postseason. Pertzborn compiled a 26-14 record, including 19-4 in the Big Eight Conference, in four seasons leading the Cardinals. Middleton High School football coach Jason Pertzborn resigned Thursday citing personal reasons. There have been several stops, all with diverse backgrounds. Academic Accomplishments Honors Classes: Middleton quarterback Gabe Passini is brought down by Waunakee's Jake Bova in the first quarter last Friday. A couple of fans were ejected from the gym, and a second-half surge from the underdog. Williams was hired last week to take over the Tigers. We want the community to know we take incidents like these very seriously, Monogue said Friday morning. Williams gets his point across by telling stories of his days growing up in West Tampa. James Davis Jr. has been hired as the new football coach at his alma mater Middleton High School. Logan Reigstad is a digital producer for Channel3000.com. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Theres no question the Middleton opening should be one of the most coveted positions in the state. Kurt Gundlach was born in Dodgeville, WI on November 11, 1957 to Clayton and Mary Gundlach of Montfort, WI. Scott Skilling. Sims said the district plans to package a teaching job with the football position.