Norwalk Spring Sports Update - 4-15-26

Norwalk teams earn multiple victories on the court, links and pitch

Apr. 15, 2026 at 4:00pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high school tennis match, with overlapping planes of color and shape representing the players, court, and action of the game.Norwalk's tennis teams continue their strong start to the spring season with a dominant win over Pella Christian.Pella Today

Norwalk's spring sports teams had a busy Tuesday, with the boys tennis team, girls golf team, and boys and girls soccer teams all earning victories. The boys tennis team won 11-0 over Pella Christian, the girls golf team won their first Little Hawkeye Conference meet, and the soccer teams swept Oskaloosa.

Why it matters

Norwalk's spring sports teams are off to a strong start, with multiple teams and individual athletes earning wins and top finishes early in the season. This update highlights the success of Norwalk's athletic programs and the community's investment in youth sports.

The details

The Norwalk boys tennis team won every match in straight sets against Pella Christian, including 6-0, 6-0 singles wins by Wyatt Coburn and Ben Swim. The girls golf team won the first Little Hawkeye Conference meet of the season, tying a school record with a team score of 334. Evelyn Kinney was the medalist with a 77, and Addie Smith placed second with an 81. The Norwalk soccer teams both earned wins over Oskaloosa, with the girls winning 6-0 and the boys winning 2-0. On the track, the Norwalk girls team placed third at the DC-G Girls Invite, with Hannah Schmitz winning the 3,000 and 800 meter runs.

  • The Norwalk boys tennis team improved to 2-0 on the year with the 11-0 win over Pella Christian on Tuesday.
  • The Norwalk girls golf team won the first Little Hawkeye Conference meet of the season on their home course at Willow Creek on Tuesday.
  • The Norwalk soccer teams swept Oskaloosa in a Little Hawkeye Conference doubleheader on Tuesday.
  • The Norwalk girls track and field team placed third at the DC-G Girls Invite on Tuesday.

The players

Wyatt Coburn

A Norwalk tennis player who won 6-0, 6-0 in singles play.

Ben Swim

A Norwalk tennis player who won 6-0, 6-0 in singles play.

Evelyn Kinney

The medalist for the Norwalk girls golf team, shooting a 77.

Addie Smith

A Norwalk girls golfer who placed second with an 81.

Hannah Schmitz

A Norwalk freshman track athlete who won the 3,000 and 800 meter runs.

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What’s next

The Norwalk boys tennis team will travel to Dallas Center-Grimes for a dual on Thursday. The Norwalk girls golf team will compete in the Lamson Invite at Willow Creek on Monday at 10:00 a.m. The Norwalk soccer teams will both be in action on Thursday, with the girls playing at Southeast Polk and the boys playing at Ankeny Centennial. The Norwalk girls track and field team will compete at the Ron Werling Invite in Indianola on Thursday at 4:15.

The takeaway

Norwalk's spring sports teams are off to a strong start, with multiple teams and individual athletes earning impressive wins and top finishes across a variety of sports. This early-season success highlights the depth and talent within Norwalk's athletic programs and the community's continued investment in youth sports.