Their conference record is perfect at 8-0. Freshman pitcher Brittany Sphar earned two WVIAC “Pitcher of the Week” awards for her performances in March. Shortstop Heather Hall received WVIAC “Player of the Week” recognition for her play during the week of March 22. The Lady ‘Cats will be busy with three doubleheaders in three days, hosting Hillsdale College on Friday, April 8, Salem International on Saturday, April 9, and Wheeling Jesuit University on Sunday, April 10.


The Wesleyan baseball team of head coach Randy Tenney is 9-9 on the season, but wet weather forced the cancellation of an additional seven games during their spring break tour. The ‘Cats are coming off a doubleheader split with Point Park College. In a 13-0 victory in the first game, sophomore Jason Kelley pitched a no-hitter for Wesleyan. The Bobcats will travel to Pitt-Johnstown Thursday, April 7, for a doubleheader. The same teams will meet again on Friday, April 8, for two games at Ellis Field.

The men and women’s track and field teams of coach Jesse Skiles easily dominated their lone home track meet of the year on April 6. The men won the Bobcat Invitational by 40 points while the women’s closest competitor was over 100 points behind. They will go to Duke University for a meet on Saturday, April 9 and finish their regular season on Saturday, April 16, at Gettysburg College before heading to Wheeling for the WVIAC meet on April 29-30. The men’s tennis team, under the direction of coach Lee Underwood, will wrap up their regular season Thursday, April 7 with a visit to Salem International. The Bobcats, 5-4 overall and 5-1 in the conference, will begin play in the WVIAC tournament April 14. Coach John Barbour’s golf team also is finishing up their spring season. They have two more regular-season matches, at Indiana University (PA) on Wednesday, April 13, and at Slippery Rock University on Thursday, April 14. They will play in the WVIAC tournament at Cacapon State Park April 18-20.

For additional information on Wesleyan’s athletic teams, please visit the Athletic's Homepage.

WVIAC Honors George Klebez

Dr. George Klebez ’65, athletic director at West Virginia Wesleyan College, was recently honored with the Mike McLaughlin Administrative Award by the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC). The McLaughlin Award recognizes persons who have made outstanding contributions to the conference over a period of years. Dr. Klebez has been a long-time supporter of the WVIAC, and has served as a representative and as a chairperson for the conference.

Dr. Klebez was recognized during the WVIAC men’s basketball championship at the Charleston Civic Center “It is a great honor to receive this award,” remarked Dr. Klebez. “To be recognized in such a fashion by your professional peers is very special.” The criteria for the McLaughlin Award includes unselfish contributions toward the betterment and continued growth and development of the conference; a record of proven high principals and ethics in performance; achieving a high degree of respect and goodwill among his or her fellow administrators; demonstrated devotion to the principles and philosophy of the conference, and proven administrative leadership and service to the conference.

Klebez is in his 15th year as athletic director at Wesleyan. After earning his undergraduate degree from Wesleyan, Klebez served in the United States Navy for four years before completing his master’s degree and doctorate in physical education at Indiana University. Klebez returned to Wesleyan in 1971 and held several athletic posts through 1978, including head coach of men’s soccer, tennis, and swimming teams. Following eight years in private industry, Klebez returned to the Bobcat athletic community for a second term as the men’s soccer coach, while also coaching the men’s and women’s swimming teams. He was named the school’s athletic director in 1990.

Player Profiles

	Liann Gottschling Sport: Track and Field Class: Senior Events: Hurdles/Sprints Hometown: Canonsburg, PA High School: Robert C. Byrd Major: Engineering/Physics
What I enjoy about running track/running on the Wesleyan team? I love running for the Wesleyan's track team because we're a family. There is not another person on my team who I wouldn't stand up and defend, and I know they'd do the same for me. Why I chose Wesleyan? I chose Wesleyan because I wanted my teachers to know who I am. I enjoy having smaller classes and getting to know ALL of my classmates. What I like best about Wesleyan? The best thing about Wesleyan is the small campus community. It makes you feel like you have a home away from home. The campus is beautiful, and my track family helps make the Wesleyan experience very special. Plans after college? I hope to get a job in the architectural engineering field. Eventually, I want to attend graduate school.
	Dustin Schilpp Sport: Baseball Class: Senior Position: Pitcher Hometown: Mingo Junction, Ohio High School: North East Major: Engineering/Physics
What I enjoy about playing baseball/playing on the baseball team? For me, it’s all about loving and respecting the game. Also, there are no better people in the school then the guys on the baseball team. Getting to know each of them over four years has been nothing but a joy. Why I chose Wesleyan? I chose Wesleyan because I wanted to focus on academics, and Wesleyan has a very strong program for what I want to do. Also, I wanted a chance to play collegiate athletics. I’ve worked hard all four years to be successful in both of these important aspects of my college experience. What I like best about Wesleyan? I like Wesleyan’s atmosphere. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Mix that with a very nice campus and a well-blended mix of students to produce the great college environment we have here. Plans after college? I am looking for a job in the Baltimore area, because that is where I grew up. I would like to get a structural design job that would let me showcase the engineering knowledge I have learned here. Long term, I want to continue to learn and improve myself throughout life.