Rose Hoben Welch- A Galesburg Hero

“Rose Hoben Welch” is a name most in Galesburg have heard before. We associate the name with the former grade school on the NW side of Galesburg that was named for her, but we may not be familiar with the story of Rose Hoben Welch.

January 14, 1955- Galesburg vs East Moline

Here is an old program for a Galesburg game- January 14, 1955 at Galesburg’s Steele Gym. The game pitted Northwest Conference rivals, Galesburg and East Moline. The program sold for 5 cents with proceeds going to the G-Club. 

Coaches’ Corner- OB with 4 Great Options

If you are looking for an ob where your players can read the defense, and have multiple scoring options, this will be one. 

Streaks Alumni Profile- Don O’Brien 1989

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile is featuring Don O’Brien from the GHS Class of 1989.

Massey Quiz #41- Nicknames, Mascots, and Logos

This week’s quiz is testing your knowledge of nicknames, mascots, and logos of colleges and professional teams. 

The answers are at the end of the quiz. Keep track of your score and read exactly what your score indicates. If you would like- share your score on the Facebook or Massey Blog under the comments. 

Circling the Bases with Streaks Softball Players

The Galesburg Softball Team is off to a nice start to their season. They are committed to working to turn the softball program around. Coach Andrea Sampson has brought energy and enthusiasm to the program. 

I had a chance to ask the some serious and some not so serious questions, so we might get to know them. 

Streaks Alumni Profile- David McKillip 1970

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile features David McKillip of the GHS Class of 1970.

Coaches’ Corner: OB Flat Set with Screen the Screener

 

This OB is a flat set into a screen the screener action with a slip action. 

Galesburg’s Time Capsule- This Week in History (April 13, 2026)

 

This is a look back at the history of Galesburg (and the world). What was going on 100 years ago, 75 years ago, 50 years ago, 25 years ago, and 10 years ago this week? 

Chuck Rolinski- Layups, Lasagna, & 2-Class Basketball

Chuck Rolinski was the “father of two-class basketball” in Illinois. He also was a co-founder of the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association and the long-time executive secretary of the organization. 

Players Playbook- Off-Season Thoughts for Serious Players

Champions are made in the off-season. For the serious player, here are some thoughts…

Coaches’ Corner: Zoom for Pt Guard with Stagger

 

This is a Zoom action for the point guard, so you have the best ball handler coming off the Zoom to make the reads. AND coming behind the Zoom action there is a stagger coming up. 

Coaches’ Corner- Using Social Media to Shine Light on Your Team

As coaches part of our job is to promote our team and our players. We need to do what we can to shine some light on our team. 

Todd Olinger- Officiating the State Championship Game

There is a shortage of referees throughout America. The shortage is so great that it is endangering the continuation of high school sports as we know them. There are many reasons for the shortage of officials, ranging from fans’ abuse to long hours to easier ways to make extra money.

GHS grad, Todd Olinger has served as a sports official for 35 years, doing a variety of sports. This past March, Todd was rewarded for his service and ability by being assigned by the IHSA to work on of the State Championship games. This assignment is the top honor that a basketball official can receive. 

Streaks Alumni Profile- Jeff Flater 1981

Today’s Streaks Alumni Profile features Jeff Flater of the GHS class of 1981. 

Jeff is another one of the class of ‘81 to be featured. There were many remarkable people in that class. Perhaps the most impressive thing about Jeff and his classmates is their strong connection and loyalty to each other.

Jeff spent his career as a teacher, coach, and athletic administrator. His love of sports, and support of athletes and coaches has been most impressive.