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Schedule
Mon, 2 Dec
Pleasant Plains High School
@ Pleasant Plains HS
Pleasant Plains defeats Morton 49-47 in OT
Fri, 6 Dec
Canton High School
@ Alice Ingersol Gymnasium
Morton defeats Canton 64-49
Sat, 7 Dec
Peoria Manual High School
@ Peoria Manual
Morton defeats Peoria Manual 51-47
Fri, 13 Dec
Metamora High School
@ Illinois Wesleyan Shirk Center
6:00 PM
Sat, 14 Dec
Brown County High School
@ Abingdon-Avon High School
6:00 PM
Tue, 17 Dec
Pekin High School
@ Pekin High School
7:00 PM
Sat, 21 Dec
Limestone High School
@ Limestone High School
6:30 PM
Fri, 3 Jan
Glenwood High School
@ Morton High School
7:00 PM
Sat, 4 Jan
Lincoln High School
@ Lincoln High School
1:00 PM
Tue, 7 Jan
East Peoria High School
@ East Peoria High School
7:00 PM
Fri, 10 Jan
Dunlap High School
@ Morton High School
7:00 PM
Tue, 14 Jan
Washington High School
@ Washington High School
7:00 PM
Mon, 20 Jan
TBA
Thr, 23 Jan
Metamora High School
@ Morton High School
7:00 PM
Sat, 25 Jan
Galesburg High School
@ Galesburg High School
1:30 PM
Fri, 31 Jan
Pekin High School
@ Morton High School
7:00 PM
Sat, 1 Feb
Limestone High School
@ Morton High School
6:30 PM
Tue, 4 Feb
East Peoria High School
@ Morton High School
7:00 PM
Fri, 7 Feb
Dunlap High School
@ Dunlap High School
7:00 PM
Tue, 11 Feb
Washington High School
@ Morton High School
7:00 PM

Mid-Illini Conference Championships
1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1989, 1996, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024

IHSA Regional Championships
1978, 1982, 1983, 1984, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013,
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2024

IHSA Sectional Championships
2007, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2022

IHSA State Finals
2007-4th Place, 2013-4th Place, 2015 State Champions, 2016 State Champions, 2017 State Champions, 2019 State Champions, 2020 State Runner-up, 2022-3rd Place

Last-Second Magic: Pleasant Plains Stuns Lady Potters in Overtime

By Dave Kindred | December 3, 2024

No Need for Alarm…Lady Potters Dominate Lincoln 60-25 in Convincing Win

By Dave Kindred | November 29, 2024

Lady Potters Secure Strong Road Win, 60-32, Over Rock Island

By Dave Kindred | November 21, 2024

Lady Potters Make Statement in Season Opener with 83-9 Blowout of Peoria High

By Dave Kindred | November 19, 2024

“Lincoln Defeats Lady Potters in Sectional Championship, Ending Memorable Season”

By Dave Kindred | February 22, 2024

“Lady Potters Prevail Against Washington, Set Sights on Lincoln Showdown”

By Dave Kindred | February 20, 2024

“Lady Potters Clinch Regional Championship with Gritty Win Over Galesburg”

By Dave Kindred | February 15, 2024

“Resounding Victory: Lady Potters Overwhelm Limestone with Team Effort”

By Dave Kindred | February 12, 2024

“Silky, Smooth, and Gritty: Lady Potters Secure Mid-Illini Championship with Grit and Toughness”

By Dave Kindred | February 7, 2024

“Bob Becker: A Legacy of Excellence in Illinois High School Girls’ Basketball”

By Dave Kindred | February 5, 2024

“Potter’s Pink Night Triumph: Celebrating 600 Wins and a Dominant Victory”

By Dave Kindred | February 2, 2024

“Potter’s Defense Stifles East Peoria’s Star in Convincing Victory”

By Dave Kindred | January 30, 2024

“Lady Potters Grind Out Win: A Pinball Game of Ups and Downs”

By Dave Kindred | January 27, 2024

“A Sweet Victory: Lady Potters Dominate Pekin with Flair and Gum-Flying Celebrations”

By Dave Kindred | January 23, 2024

“Lady Potters Shine Bright, Defeat Galesburg”

By Dave Kindred | January 20, 2024

“Lady Potters Start Strong, Hold Off Metamora: A Tale of Triumph and Technicals”

By Dave Kindred | January 19, 2024

“Lady Potters Bounce Back: Dominant Victory Over Canton Warms Winter Night”

By Dave Kindred | January 13, 2024

“Lady Potters Stumble Against Washington: A Night of Frustration and Reflection”

By Dave Kindred | January 11, 2024

“Lady Potters Hold On: A Rollercoaster Victory Over Dunlap”

By Dave Kindred | January 5, 2024

“Heartbreak and Heroics: Lady Potters Fall Short in State Farm Holiday Classic Showdown”

By Dave Kindred | December 30, 2023

“Grit and Glory: Lady Potters Edge Quincy in State Farm Holiday Classic Semifinal”

By Dave Kindred | December 30, 2023

“Dominance Defined: Lady Potters’ Triumph in State Farm Holiday Classic”

By Dave Kindred | December 29, 2023

“Morton Potters’ Commanding Victory and Team Unity Shine Bright”

By Dave Kindred | December 27, 2023

“Pink Hair and Potter Dominance: A Colorful Victory Story”

By Dave Kindred | December 21, 2023

“Potters Shine: Dominating Victory Over East Peoria”

By Dave Kindred | December 19, 2023

“Potters Extend Winning Streak with Victory Over Limestone”

By Dave Kindred | December 16, 2023

“Potters Rally in Second Half to Secure Win Over Pekin”

By Dave Kindred | December 12, 2023

“Resilience Leads Lady Potters to Victory”

By Dave Kindred | December 9, 2023

“A Night of Unity: Lady Potters Triumph Against Metamora”

By Dave Kindred | December 5, 2023

“A Rollercoaster Victory: Lady Potters Triumph Against Canton”

By Dave Kindred | December 1, 2023

Morton Lady Potters 24-25 Varsity Team

Last season the Potters finished 26-6 with another Sectional Championship appearance.  They earned another Mid-Illini title and preserved through tough regional play to advance to the Sectional Championship where they would lose to the eventual undefeated 3A State Champ Lincoln.  Each step of the way the team showed more and more determination and connectedness. 

This year the Potters will look to return 11 players from last season’s campaign.  They are hoping to build a team driven to work hard and improve daily.  The mission, in part, for every Lady Potter team is to respect the Potter traditions and successes of the past yet forge ahead to work and leave their own positive legacy.  Expectations are always high and we are optimistic we have what it takes.

The team is excited about the prospects for the opportunity to play a full schedule of basketball and competing in front of cheering fans in the stands. As always, your support and encouragement for our Lady Potters means so much to our student athletes and our program. We cannot wait to see and hear you back in the PotterDome!

Potters’ Grit Prevails in Hard-Fought Victory Over Manual

December 7, 2024

Lady Potters 51 Peoria Manual 47 Happily, during the jayvee game, I got a text message that kept me occupied for much of the second half, or, having been witness to the first half, I might have sworn off basketball for a century or so. The Peorians’ defense was of the hack-and-claw variety. Their offense […]

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The Morton Lady Potters have an educated eye watching and cheering them on this season!

davekindred2The renowned sports journalist, Mr. Dave Kindred has only missed a handful of Lady Potters games since he began attended them in 2010. Since moving back to the area after spending the last 45 years traveling the globe in search of yet another sports story, Dave has found comfort in being a "fan". He isn't sure how many times he had to repeat the line "I'm not a fan, I'm a writer" throughout his career. Being a fan can cloud the objectivity of capturing those wonderful sports stories we often read. But now, Dave feels at peace with just enjoying Morton Lady Potters basketball.

Lest you think Kindred’s work is a story of the past, think again. He has just finished writing 'The Un4gettables', which is the 4th book to chronicle the Morton Lady Potters' State Championship Seasons.  As director of the National Sports Journalism Center at Indiana University, he recently wrote for a weekly on-line column that has dealt with, among other topics, Twitter. For more information on Dave Kindred, the columns he's written, the books he's published and more, click here.

Potters’ Grit Prevails in Hard-Fought Victory Over Manual

By Dave Kindred | December 7, 2024

Last-Second Magic: Pleasant Plains Stuns Lady Potters in Overtime

By Dave Kindred | December 3, 2024

No Need for Alarm…Lady Potters Dominate Lincoln 60-25 in Convincing Win

By Dave Kindred | November 29, 2024

Lady Potters Secure Strong Road Win, 60-32, Over Rock Island

By Dave Kindred | November 21, 2024

Lady Potters Make Statement in Season Opener with 83-9 Blowout of Peoria High

By Dave Kindred | November 19, 2024

“Lincoln Defeats Lady Potters in Sectional Championship, Ending Memorable Season”

By Dave Kindred | February 22, 2024

“Lady Potters Prevail Against Washington, Set Sights on Lincoln Showdown”

By Dave Kindred | February 20, 2024

“Lady Potters Clinch Regional Championship with Gritty Win Over Galesburg”

By Dave Kindred | February 15, 2024

“Resounding Victory: Lady Potters Overwhelm Limestone with Team Effort”

By Dave Kindred | February 12, 2024

“Silky, Smooth, and Gritty: Lady Potters Secure Mid-Illini Championship with Grit and Toughness”

By Dave Kindred | February 7, 2024

“Bob Becker: A Legacy of Excellence in Illinois High School Girls’ Basketball”

By Dave Kindred | February 5, 2024

“Potter’s Pink Night Triumph: Celebrating 600 Wins and a Dominant Victory”

By Dave Kindred | February 2, 2024

“Potter’s Defense Stifles East Peoria’s Star in Convincing Victory”

By Dave Kindred | January 30, 2024

“Lady Potters Grind Out Win: A Pinball Game of Ups and Downs”

By Dave Kindred | January 27, 2024

“A Sweet Victory: Lady Potters Dominate Pekin with Flair and Gum-Flying Celebrations”

By Dave Kindred | January 23, 2024

“Lady Potters Shine Bright, Defeat Galesburg”

By Dave Kindred | January 20, 2024

“Lady Potters Start Strong, Hold Off Metamora: A Tale of Triumph and Technicals”

By Dave Kindred | January 19, 2024

“Lady Potters Bounce Back: Dominant Victory Over Canton Warms Winter Night”

By Dave Kindred | January 13, 2024

“Lady Potters Stumble Against Washington: A Night of Frustration and Reflection”

By Dave Kindred | January 11, 2024

“Lady Potters Hold On: A Rollercoaster Victory Over Dunlap”

By Dave Kindred | January 5, 2024

“Heartbreak and Heroics: Lady Potters Fall Short in State Farm Holiday Classic Showdown”

By Dave Kindred | December 30, 2023

“Grit and Glory: Lady Potters Edge Quincy in State Farm Holiday Classic Semifinal”

By Dave Kindred | December 30, 2023

“Dominance Defined: Lady Potters’ Triumph in State Farm Holiday Classic”

By Dave Kindred | December 29, 2023

“Morton Potters’ Commanding Victory and Team Unity Shine Bright”

By Dave Kindred | December 27, 2023

“Pink Hair and Potter Dominance: A Colorful Victory Story”

By Dave Kindred | December 21, 2023

“Potters Shine: Dominating Victory Over East Peoria”

By Dave Kindred | December 19, 2023

“Potters Extend Winning Streak with Victory Over Limestone”

By Dave Kindred | December 16, 2023

“Potters Rally in Second Half to Secure Win Over Pekin”

By Dave Kindred | December 12, 2023

“Resilience Leads Lady Potters to Victory”

By Dave Kindred | December 9, 2023

“A Night of Unity: Lady Potters Triumph Against Metamora”

By Dave Kindred | December 5, 2023

“A Rollercoaster Victory: Lady Potters Triumph Against Canton”

By Dave Kindred | December 1, 2023

“Lincoln’s Quiet Dominance: Lady Potters Encounter Tough Challenge”

By Dave Kindred | November 25, 2023

“Grinding it Out: Lady Potters Prevail Against Richwoods”

By Dave Kindred | November 25, 2023

“IZ’s Heroics Lead Lady Potters to Dominant Win Over East St. Louis”

By Dave Kindred | November 24, 2023

“Dominant Display: Lady Potters Cruise to Victory Over Champaign Central”

By Dave Kindred | November 24, 2023

“Hard-Fought Battle: Peoria Notre Dame Prevails Against Lady Potters”

By Dave Kindred | November 21, 2023

“Redemption Beyond the Arc: Lady Potters Triumph Over Rock Island”

By Dave Kindred | November 18, 2023

LET’S DANCE!

By Dave Kindred | November 14, 2023

“I will love this forever”

By Dave Kindred | February 14, 2023

“Toe-to-toe with #2”

By Dave Kindred | February 7, 2023

“We ARE!”

By Dave Kindred | February 4, 2023

“The way solid, great teams do”

By Dave Kindred | February 1, 2023

“Heading the right direction”

By Dave Kindred | January 29, 2023

“We’ll take the win”

By Dave Kindred | January 28, 2023

“What a great win”

By Dave Kindred | January 25, 2023

“Did this happen? This is crazy.”

By Dave Kindred | January 21, 2023

“Playing loose and free”

By Dave Kindred | January 21, 2023

“Music sweet at last”

By Dave Kindred | January 18, 2023

“We’re searching”

By Dave Kindred | January 15, 2023

‘Music? A bright spot?‘

By Dave Kindred | January 11, 2023

“Gotta do some soul-searching”

By Dave Kindred | January 7, 2023

“We gotta find a way”

By Dave Kindred | January 5, 2023

‘A CHAT WITH MY CAT‘

By Dave Kindred | December 31, 2022

‘CAN WE SKIP THE 4th QUARTER’

By Dave Kindred | December 29, 2022

‘GOOD DEFENSES = A LONG NIGHT’

By Dave Kindred | December 28, 2022

‘Early and late, they were great‘

By Dave Kindred | December 27, 2022

‘Music to My Ears’

By Dave Kindred | December 27, 2022

“A ‘nice comeback’?“

By Dave Kindred | December 11, 2022

“Dug ourselves a hole”

By Dave Kindred | December 7, 2022

“Attacking the basket”

By Dave Kindred | December 2, 2022

“It was fun.”

By Dave Kindred | November 30, 2022

“This is a team that’s not going to quit”

By Dave Kindred | November 26, 2022

“Indecisiveness”

By Dave Kindred | November 24, 2022

“THIS WAS HER TEAM”

By Dave Kindred | March 5, 2022

“ WHIRLWIND”

By Dave Kindred | March 1, 2022

Morton Lady Potters 2025 Sumer Camps Information

 

 

This is where the journey begins. All of our players were once summer campers like you. Join our players and coaches this summer to begin learning the Potter Way. You will learn fundamentals of basketball while meeting new friends and having FUN. All camps are instructed by Morton 709 coaches and players. Each camper will be treated with TLC (tender loving care) and it’s our hope for all campers to learn some basketball, meet new friends, and have fun while sparking a love for Lady Potter Basketball! We look forward to working with you!

 

Offensive Skills Camp            May TBA   

             

This camp is all about offense!  Ballhandling, passing, footwork, moves & finishes and shooting fundamentals will be emphasized.  Campers will be instructed on shooting mechanics along with an array of individual offensive skills designed to help each player succeed on the offensive end of the court.  All campers will receive a t-shirt.  THREE-day camp runs Wednesday-Friday and will utilize the Junior High School Gyms.  ALL CAMPERS please report to Junior High Gyms.

 

FUNdamental Camp 1            June TBA           

 

Our FUNdamental Camp will consist of fun, action-packed FOUR days designed to develop each camper’s fundamental skills and overall playing ability. Fundamentals will be stressed but fun is main priority!  Camp will include team-oriented situations as well as individual skill development and a variety of camp games.  We want camp to be an enjoyable Potter experience working with our players and coaching staff.  This is a great way to meet other kids interested in basketball and learn a bit of our Potter Way.  All campers will receive a t-shirt at each camp.  Four-day camp runs Monday – Thursday and will utilize the High School Main Gym.  Please enter through High School front door on Illinois Street and enter main gym.

 

Future Ballers Camp            June TBA

This camp is designed for our youngest Lady Potters from grades K-2! This 3-Day Camp is designed for fun and a positive introduction to Potter basketball! Our players and staff cannot wait to share three fun-filled days together making new friends and learning some basketball. All campers will receive a ball and t-shirt to take home. 3-Day camp runs Tuesday-Thursday and will be held at Lincoln Grade School Gym. Please enter doors on South end of Lincoln School and head into the gym!

 

FUNdamental Camp 2            June TBA

Our FUNdamental Camp 2 will consist of another fun, action-packed FOUR days designed to develop each camper’s fundamental skills and overall playing ability. Fundamentals will be stressed but fun is main priority!  Camp will include team-oriented situations as well as individual skill development and a variety of camp games. We want camp to be an enjoyable Potter experience working with our players and coaching staff.  This is a great way to meet other kids interested in basketball and learn a bit of our Potter Way.  All campers will receive a t-shirt.  Four-day camp runs Monday – Thursday and will utilize the High School Main Gym (Grades 5-6) as well as the Lincoln Elementary School Gym (Grades 3-4).  Grades 3-4 should report to Lincoln Elementary School. Grades 5-6 should report to the High School and enter through the front door on Illinois Street.

 

Morton High School Potters            Grades 9 -12            $200
May TBA           9:45-11:30am           Morton Junior High
May TBA | June TBA           11:45am-1pm            Morton High School
June TBA            8-9:30pm            Morton High School           

These 17 dates are for Morton High School registered players and are designed to help build our championship players and team.  Individual skill development along with introducing team concepts will be emphasized. All players planning to play during the summer and winter are strongly encouraged to participate. These count as some of our IHSA contact dates and will serve as summer practices.  Summer fee of $200 covers it all which also includes league fees and varsity team camp!

 

Please direct all questions to Morton Head Coach Bob Becker

Email: Robert.becker@mcusd709.org Phone # 309-642-4432

 

Click here for Camp registration form:  FUTURE CHAMPIONS Morton Lady Potter Camp 2024

 

Hey Lady Potter Fans, Sports Journalist Dave Kindred has done it again!!! 

Dave Kindred has completed his fourth book in the Lady Potter Championship series!  If you have ever read any of Dave's books, articles, blogs or just spoken to the man, you know how his words bring a delightful perspective to any situation he observes.  A seasoned sports writer, that has interviewed some of the all-time greatest icons in sport, Dave has a way of getting to the essence of the moment that makes you smile.  You can now purchase any of his Lady Potter Championship books individually, or as a set by clicking 'Kindred Books' or from the Menu on this site.

Book 4 - The Un4gettables!!! 

Wait no longer Lady Potter fans!  Dave Kindred's newest book is ready to order and it should be a real treat for Potter Fans of all ages.  This 4th book, 'The Un4gettables', takes you through the historical Lady Potters' 2018-19 State Championship season.  Relive the Championship journey of the highest scoring Lady Potter team of all time!  The new book, 'THE UN4GETTABLES', is now available to order through PayPal by using this link...

Books will also be available for purchase at Lady Potter home games for $10 each.