Alex Israelson

Girl Dad-Physical Education Teacher-Hurdle Coach-Girls Basketball Coach

[Alex Israelson @izzyisraelson]

@Austin2Jacobsen @schicknickshow https://t.co/MZQ6RveO6h

[Aurora News-Register @NewsregisterANR]

The Aurora City Council accepted the resignation of long-time council member Wayne Roblee Tuesday, which opens up a search process to fill the Ward 1 seat.
Mayor explains appointment process in ANR report. https://t.co/IRJ2w4ZsuH

[Alex Israelson @izzyisraelson]

@kevinsjuts

[Hurrdat Sports @HurrdatSports]

“Shayla Rautenberg is playing basketball, which is awesome to see because she’s one of if not the best volleyball prospect in the country.”

“Malcolm’s coming… Oakland-Craig , they won a state title last year.” - @MikeSautter_

The growth of college women’s basketball has impacted the high school level.

Presented by @NextGenMaleMed

[Alex Israelson @izzyisraelson]

@tbarada2 I am interested in the shirt.

[Nicole Kubik @NicoleKubik]

Love this.
https://t.co/da0WIf5Chu

[Amelia Streuber 2025 🦫 @Streuber2025]

High school softball wasn’t supposed to mean this much to me.

Club is where the best competition is.
Club is where the college coaches are.
Club is where you spend 9 months of the year.

But somehow, high school ball hit different for me. I’ve learned more about myself here than I ever expected. And now, heading into my last season, I know I’m going to miss it.

Here’s what stuck with me:

1️⃣ The Nerves Are Different
My first HS start as a freshman? Pure nerves. Coach Fowler handed me the ball, and suddenly, I wasn’t just playing for my team—I was playing in front of classmates, parents, and seniors who weren’t sure if I could handle it. The adrenaline, the pressure, the fear of failing in front of a crowd… that’s something you don’t get in club. It took time, but I learned how to control it, use it, and even love it.

2️⃣ Taking Care of My Body
I thought I was built for this. I’d pitched 24 innings in 24 hours before, so what was the big deal? The big deal was recovery. In club, you get breaks after a long weekend. Club is like interval training. HS is a marathon. In HS, you practice or play 6 days a week. One recovery day isn’t enough if you don’t prepare. By junior year, my body was shot after a nonstop recruiting cycle. I played well, but I felt it. I’ve learned to listen to my body, take care of small issues before they turn big, and build strength before the season so I don’t burn out when it matters most.

3️⃣ Embracing Your Role
My first year, I was the only freshman getting starts. Every other spot was filled with seniors. Other talented players barely saw the field. Those that stayed locked in were ready for their shot. Roles change fast in this game. Your job is to be ready when it’s your turn.

4️⃣ Great Teams Are Led by Players
HS teams reset every year. You don’t have years to build chemistry like in club. Good teams have strong coaches. Great teams have players who step up. As a freshman, I had to prove myself in a big moment before I was truly accepted. As a sophomore, there were higher expectations but I didn’t know how to lead just yet. As a junior, I led any way I could on the field. I was confident in what I brought to the table. Now, as a senior, I’m ready to lead on and off the field.

5️⃣ Losing Sucks, But It’s My Greatest Fuel
I’ve won big games. I’ve also lost two state championships and a semi-final.

Last year, I committed to Oregon State in January, felt on top of the world, and rolled into HS season ready to dominate. We finally beat our rivals (Salpointe) for the first time in years. I was one strike away from a perfect game in the semi-finals—finished with a 15K, 1-hit shutout. I was 18-0. I felt unstoppable.

Then, in the biggest moment, I wasn’t.

State championship. Thousands of fans for a Tucson vs Tucson championship. And our rivals finally had my number.

I wasn’t prepared to lose like that. That loss hurt more than anything, but I didn’t let it get me down for long. I took a few days off and got back into the bullpen. It fueled me. It made me better.

Losing the biggest game of the season is brutal, but if you can channel it, it can make you stronger.

I’m ready. One last run.

*picture from freshman year
#FourthTimesTheCharm

[LSW Girls Basketball @LSWGBB]

Family!!

[LJS Prep Extra @PrepExtra]

Williams scores 26 to lead Southwest to eighth consecutive state tournament berth https://t.co/789Wr9DrAI

[LSW Silver Hawks @lswathletics]

Your 20-3 Southwest Girls Basketball team advances to the District Championship Friday Night vs Westside. Game time is 6:00. First 100 students will get in free. Let's fill the Nest in support!! Oh, and rumor has it, there will be some free pizza involved!!
@Lsw_sff
@LSWGBB

[Tim Gray @TGrayjspsports]

An @LSWGBB record seven 3-pointers Thursday, Kennadi Williams made her only attempt Friday ... at the buzzer for a 50-48 OT victory over Lincoln North Star for a spot in the HAC Championship #nebpreps

[HuskGuys @HuskGuys]

Stop what you are doing and watch this Ron Brown speech on Brook Berringer. Moving. Powerful. #Huskers #GBR

[LSW Girls Basketball @LSWGBB]

Fall Skills Clinic starts this Wednesday! We can’t wait to get back in the gym.

[Barstool Sports @barstoolsports]

The amazing story of when Jimmy Buffett’s plane was shot at by the Jamaican Military.

RIP to an absolute legend @pardonmytake

[LSW Girls Basketball @LSWGBB]

Appreciation post going out to our assistant coaches. Thank you for your continued support throughout the year, as well as your love for our players. @NicoleKubik @TomDruse @izzyisraelson @mr_monk @AshWimes
#FAMILY
I appreciate you!!

[LJS Prep Extra @PrepExtra]

No matter what anyone said, Kennadi Williams knew she was going to play this season. Amie Just takes a closer look at her road back to the court. https://t.co/YBvXishWI1

[LJS Prep Extra @PrepExtra]

Lincoln Southwest's ride to 7th straight state tourney bid filled with surprises, emotion https://t.co/zVFpdI1afM #nebpreps

[Omaha World-Herald @OWHnews]

The large black brace on her left knee is necessary. And deceiving.

Kennadi Williams has a spring in her step — and so does @LSWGBB.

From @stuOWH: https://t.co/kydSG1yS54 #nebpreps

[LSW Girls Basketball @LSWGBB]

Looking back, I’m feeling pretty lucky today. These are things we have.
✅ great kids
✅ kids who love to compete and aren’t afraid of hard work
✅ kids who trust each other
✅ parents and fans who support the whole team
✅ ✅8- 3 sport athletes
✅ ✅3- 2 sport athletes
#multi

[Clark Grell @ClarkGrell37]

A track: Lincoln Southwest girls win the team championship. It's the Silver Hawks' five track title since 2014. #nebpreps