By Jackson Teal Acing serves on the court, and acing tests in the classrooms.   Doing both makes for a perfect match. This pursuit of excellence in both fields has become a tradition for the Delta girls’ tennis team. “This is a standard Coach Cleland has set for the girls,” athletic director Lynde Bratton said. “He…

By Rex Cox Rebuilding is a common word that most fans, players and coaches hate to hear. Unfortunately for the Eagles’ softball program that word is a common sound ringing in their ears. They don’t let this tear them down, however, as they try to build and put the best nine girls out there that…

By Brandon Grubbs  Typically when you think about Indiana high school basketball, you think about all the kids who put up big numbers and stats on offense. Everyone talks about the amazing shot or the flashy pass.  But when you look at the teams putting up big wins in big moments when it matters, it’s…

By Paige Hayes As high school athletes in many states across the country begin to cash in on their name, image and likeness (NIL), Indiana is one of four remaining states that bars student athletes from receiving money linked to their athletic performance. According to Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) Assistant Commissioner Brian Lewis,…

By Max Calhoun After 30 years of rivalries, tradition and championships in the Hoosier Heritage Conference, it will be coming to a close for Delta High School. Starting in the 2027-2028 school year, Delta will end its long tenure in the Hoosier Heritage Conference and will begin competing in the newly formed Eastern Crossroads Conference.  …

By Jackson Teal In Greek mythology, the warrior Achilles was nearly invincible until one seemingly minor weakness brought him down: his “Achilles’ heel.” Now, more than 3,000 years later, that same weak point has resurfaced in Indiana sports, sidelining two of the state’s premier athletes. Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton collapsed on the court…

By Jackson Darby What seems to be a fun bonding experience turns into trash talk and laughter while the last place participant regrets their draft day decisions. The season is about to end with something far more unforgettable than the mockery of last place. “I think that was probably the worst experience in my life,”…

By Cameron Deckman Recruitment. It is the target of many high school athletes. Some are searching for the next level in their event. According to the NCSA college recruiting service, out of 100 student athletes, only six are likely to make it to the collegiate level. Just two of those will become NCAA Division 1…

By Baylee Knebel At the Fort Wayne Semi-State on Saturday, Feb. 14, the five Delta wrestlers went 20-0 in their matches. In fact, they won 18 of those 20 matches by pin or by technical fall. That means those five wrestlers all will enter this weekend’s IHSAA State Finals with high seedings, giving several Eagles…