Meet Our Bench Backers: Powering Local Sports Coverage

Sports in Geneseo are more than just games — they’re traditions, community pride, and memories in the making. From Friday night lights to cross-country meets, every score, highlight, and story connects us as a town. And behind all of that coverage stands a team of supporters who make it possible: our Bench Backers.

What Are Bench Backers?

Just like athletes rely on the strength of their bench, The Current relies on community partners to keep our local sports coverage strong. These Bench Backers are businesses and organizations who have stepped up to ensure that Geneseo’s athletes — and the fans who cheer them on — get the spotlight they deserve.

Their sponsorship helps us bring you:

  • Game highlights & scores you can count on each week.

  • In-depth features on athletes, coaches, and programs.

  • Photo galleries capturing the moments that matter.

  • Season-long coverage that keeps families and fans connected.

Why It Matters

In a world where local journalism faces challenges, our Bench Backers play a vital role. Their investment isn’t just in advertising — it’s in community. By supporting coverage of Geneseo sports, they’re helping preserve the stories and spirit that define our town.

Thank You to Our Bench Backers

We’re proud to launch our new Bench Backers page, where you can see and celebrate the businesses fueling our sports coverage. When you support them, you’re not just shopping local — you’re helping keep the heartbeat of Geneseo sports alive.

📣 Take a moment to check out our Bench Backers page and join us in thanking the local partners who make it possible.

Together, we’re building more than a team. We’re building a community.

2025 Lady Leafs Volleyball Rosters

Good Luck Lady Leafs!

Katherine Barickman (#12) & Elli Barickman (#9) - 2025 Lady Leafs Volleyball Photo Galleries

Varsity
1/21: Ava DeSplinter (Sr. / DS-L)
2: Lizzie Rapps (Sr. / OH-S)
3: Mia Balensiefen (Jr. / OH-OPP)
4: Erika Cotty (Sr. / OH-DS)
5: Peyton Kies (Sr. / DS/S)
6: Megan Hursman (Jr. / OH-OPP)
7: Kenzie Air (Jr. / DS)
8: Lilly Brown (Jr. / DS)
9: Elli Barickman (Sr. / MH-OH)
10: Mylee Clark (Sr. / DS)
11: Mckenna Johnson (Jr. / DS)
12: Katherine Barickman (So. / S-OPP)
13: Brylee Sheffler (Jr. / MH)
15: Leah Falk (Jr. / DS)
16: Maggie Elder (Sr. / DS-OH)
17: Sydney Rosas (Jr. / DS-S-OH)
18: Brooklyn Ruby (Jr. / OPP)
19: Bella Brown (Jr. / S-DS)

Head Coach: Carlyn McAvoy
Assistant Coaches: Jenna Reschke, Emily Pobanz, & Laura Vorac

Sophomores
1: Olivia Yost
3: Camryn Ebert
4: Ella Clementz
5: Emma Minnaert
7: Emma Hofer
8: Sydney State
9: Mollie Parr
10: Ellie Jackson
11: Penny Kline
13: Annibelle Juarez
14: Maddy DeJohn
18: Maddy Sherman
21: Olivia DeSplinter

Head Coach: Jenna Reschke

Freshmen
1: Charlee Bruce (DS)
2: Hailey Griswold (DS/S)
3: Payton Riffe (DS)
6: Chloe Mance (DS)
7: Peyton Brodie (OH/MH)
8: Reese Elmer (DS)
10: Ellie Jackson (S)
11: Jocelyn Russelburg (OH/RS)
12: Paige Sides (DS)
13: Brenna Dykstra (OH/MH)
14: Charley Courson (OH/MH)
16: Ashlyn Werthmann (RS)
18: Olivia Ruby (DS)
27: Brynn Kinney (MH)
45: Ashlynn Chamberlain (RS)

Head Coach: Laura Vorac

Position Key
DS: Defensive Specialist
L: Libero
MH: Middle Hitter
OH: Outside Hitter
OPP: Opposite Hitter
S: Setter

2025 Maple Leafs Soccer Rosters

Good luck Maple Leafs!

Josiah Trujano (#10) & Cole Clifton (#9) - 2025 Maple Leafs Soccer Photo Galleries

Varsity
0: Harrison Conley (So. / GK)
1: Jarett Hasson (Sr. / GK)
2: Evan Beil (Fr. / MF)
3: Miles Curcuru (Fr. / MF)
4: Sage Windisch (So. / D)
5: Vance Hansen (So. / D)
6: Garrett Tranel (Fr. / F)
7: Reese Minnaert (Jr. / MF)
8: Collin Kreiss (Fr. / MF)
9: Cole Clifton (So. / F)
10: Josiah Trujano (Jr. / MF)
11: Kane Hamer (So. / F)
12: Mac Round (Fr. / D)
13: Aidan Daly (So. / D)
14: Elliott Kreiner (So. / D)
17: Finnegan Schaad (Jr. / D)
18: Aiden Weishaar (Fr. / MF)

Head Coach: Adam Lorenz
Assistant Coaches: Ashley Schultz & JR Smith

Junior Varsity
0: Harrison Conley (So. / GK)
3: Miles Curcuru (Fr. / F)
5: Vance Hansen (So. / D)
8: Collin Kreiss (Fr. / F)
9: Evan Beil (Fr. / MF)
11: Judah Conrad (So. / MF)
12: Lukas Rodriguez (So. / F)
13: Aidan Daly (So. / D)
16: Elliott Kreiner (So. / MF)
18: Aiden Weishaar (Fr. / F)
19: Esref Onder (Jr. / MF)
21: Liam Osborn (So. / D)
23: Kellen Minder (Fr. / D)
25: Henry Pratt (Fr. / D-GK)
47: Kane Fuelling (9 / D-GK)

Position Key
GK: Goalkeeper
MF: Midfielder
F: Forward
D: Defender

2025 Lady Leafs Tennis Roster

Good Luck Lady Leafs!

Stella Smith

Seniors
Natalie Aukee
Greta Bolme
Emily Grace Hall
Maria Hartsock
Emma Massingill
Reyhan Onder
Lucy Peters
Madison Reade
Callie Vankerrebroeck

Juniors
Alexandra Bagby
Eleanor Bertelson
Annabelle Betcher
Grace Carlson
Evelyn Dahl
Hazel Harris
Viola Pettit
Natalie Reisner
Lilly Roodhouse
Hayley Rubitsky
Kendyl Wassenhove
AvaLynn Westfall

Sophomores
Layna Bassett
Mickayla Bowles
Jaylee Brudos
Ella Clifton
Mallory Daniels
Jasmine Foss
Caimbrie Jozwiak
Anastasia Pitsoulakis
Macey Rosholm
Stella Smith
Alyssa Simpson
Kyla Strode
Kailee Von Motz

Freshmen
Avery Bagby
Annika Brumbaugh
Karoline Hasson
Kenzi Hasson
Mia O'Dell
Isabella Ong
Annie Reed
Reese Schaaf
Kinley Smith
Khloe VonHolten
Lilly Wilshusen

Head Coach: Kevin Reed
Assistant Coaches: Mason Smith, Michael Ufkin, Emma Claeys, & Kristin States

2025 GHS Cross Country Rosters

Good Luck GHS XC!

2025 Maple Leafs
Seniors
Calvin Bell
Aidan Bries
Graysen Carlson
Jameson Coppejans
Kaden Elmer
Jaxon Sottos

Juniors
Jacob Berry
Micah Johnson
Connor Runty

Sophomores
Noah Arnold
Fritz Bolme
Samuel Bourne
Rylan Carlson
Greyson Claerhout
Cole Henson
Kael McCord

Freshmen
William Davis
Phoenix Sottos

Head Coach: Todd Ehlert
Assistant Coach: Jeff Brown
Volunteers: Don & Tessie Fredericks

2025 Lady Leafs
Seniors
Liberty Brumbaugh
Jessa Gramling
Hannah Stone
Kjerstin Wildemuth

Juniors
Ayla Schultz
Brooklyn Smith
Lucille Wachtel

Sophomores
Stella Allison
Alivia Brown
Evelyn DeBaene

Freshmen
Taylour Hein
Faith Kuster
Tylaiha Medina
Charlize Wachtel

Head Coach: Aaron Skopec
Assistant Coaches: Tayloran Atwell & Megan Miller
Managers: Breckan Gomez, Hayley Henry, Keely Henry, & Makayla Bros