Hanover College, and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference honor spring sports seniors.
In Hanover College Athletics:
The Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference in partnership with the 10 schools that are members of the HCAC, are working to honor those spring sport senior student athletes whose seasons were cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The seniors on the Hanover Panther baseball team include: Spencer Coop, Jay Lorenz, Zach Chapman, Brayden Imel, Hayden Mcilwain, and Mark Walkenhorst. As a group, they have amassed 48 wins over the course of their career, for a winning percentage of over 40%. During their four years, the Hanover Panthers combined for 1,162 hits, with a team .286 batting average.
The senior members of the Lady Panther Softball team include: Shelby Edington and Taylor Merrill. As a group, they have amassed 55 wins for a winning percentage over 45%
The HCAC recognizes the careers of these seniors, and thanks them or the legacy they left on their programs.
Local Sports Sept 8, 2026
