Newton Spring Sports Teams Compete in Conference Meets

Golf, tennis, and track and field athletes see action across central Iowa

Apr. 15, 2026 at 4:00pm

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Newton's spring sports teams were in action this week, with the boys and girls golf teams competing in the first Little Hawkeye Conference meets, the boys tennis team earning a dual win, and the soccer and track and field squads facing tough competition.

Why it matters

As the spring sports season heats up, these results provide an early look at how Newton's teams are performing and faring against conference and state-wide competition. Strong showings can build momentum and confidence as the postseason approaches.

The details

The Newton boys golf team placed second at the conference meet, led by Jackson Price's runner-up individual finish. The girls team took sixth. In boys tennis, Newton won 9-2 over Oskaloosa, with several players winning close three-set matches. Both the boys and girls soccer teams lost 5-0 to Indianola. On the track, the girls team had 12 personal bests at the Jim Duea Relays in Ames, while the boys had several top-10 finishes at the Johnston meet.

  • The conference golf meets took place on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The Newton boys tennis team competed against Oskaloosa on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The Newton soccer teams played Indianola on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The Newton girls track and field team competed at the Jim Duea Relays in Ames on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • The Newton boys track and field team participated in the Johnston High School Boys Meet on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Jackson Price

A member of the Newton boys golf team who finished second overall at the conference meet.

Cole Freese

A member of the Newton boys golf team who finished sixth overall at the conference meet.

Mason Smith

A member of the Newton boys golf team who finished eighth overall at the conference meet.

Addie Ratcliff

A senior on the Newton girls golf team who finished 14th at the conference meet.

Sloan Broderson

A member of the Newton girls golf team who finished 31st at the conference meet.

Kaden Marshall

Newton's #1 singles player on the boys tennis team, who remained unbeaten with a 6-0, 6-2 win.

Grayson Main

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his singles match in straight sets.

Keegan Bretthauer

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his singles match in straight sets.

Ethan Comer

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his singles match in straight sets.

Ethan Freese

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his singles match in three sets after losing the first set.

Noah Tremmel

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his singles match in three sets after losing the first set.

Jarret Sweeney

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his doubles match in straight sets.

Jack Springer

A member of the Newton boys tennis team who won his doubles match in straight sets.

Lauren Clarke

A member of the Newton girls track and field team who finished 5th in the 400-meter dash at the Jim Duea Relays.

Austin Arauz

A member of the Newton boys track and field team who competed on the 4x110m shuttle hurdle relay team that placed 6th.

Dro Felten

A member of the Newton boys track and field team who competed on the 4x110m shuttle hurdle relay team that placed 6th.

Josh Lampe

A member of the Newton boys track and field team who competed on the 4x110m shuttle hurdle relay team that placed 6th.

Drew Bauer

A member of the Newton boys track and field team who competed on the 4x110m shuttle hurdle relay team that placed 6th.

Zach Felten

A member of the Newton boys track and field team who placed 8th in the discus.

Koltt Ahn

A member of the Newton boys track and field team who placed 9th in the shot put.

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What they’re saying

“The Cardinals showed heart by winning several matches in three sets.”

— Jared Geber, Newton Boys Tennis Coach

“This meet featured some of the best competition in the state.”

— Rachelle Tipton, Newton Girls Track and Field Coach

What’s next

The Newton boys golf team will compete in the Dutch Masters at Bos Landen Golf Course in Pella on Friday, April 17. The Newton girls golf team will participate in the Toni Dickey Hawkette Invite at Otter Creek Golf Course in Ankeny on Thursday, April 16. The Newton boys tennis team will play in a triangular at Ballard High School on Thursday, April 16.

The takeaway

Newton's spring sports teams are facing stiff competition early in the season, but are showing resilience and determination. The golf, tennis, and track and field squads are posting strong individual performances that could translate to team success as the season progresses. The soccer teams will look to bounce back after lopsided losses to a tough Indianola squad.