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Beau Troutman, Sports Editor

Beau Troutman is a former Lanthorn sports editor, leading the section during the 2016-2017 school year.

All content by Beau Troutman
GVL / Emily Frye Grand Valley State football during the game against Wayne State University on Saturday Nov. 12, 2016

Breaking down GVSU athletics’ contract with apparel giant Adidas

Brady McAtamney, Beau Troutman, Josh Peick, and Brendan McMahon
May 8, 2017
GVL / Kevin Sielaff – Kelsey Dominguez (2) takes a swing and makes solid contact with the ball. Grand Valley takes the victory over Walsh in both games held in Allendale on Saturday, April 23, 2016.

GVSU softball win streak ends at 20 games in GLIAC Championship Tournament

Beau Troutman
May 8, 2017

For the love of the game: Juwan Starks taking nothing for granted in senior season

Beau Troutman
Apr 23, 2017

Welcome to the squad: GV inks 31 signees to 2017 recruiting class

Beau Troutman
Apr 22, 2017

Fighting until the end: GV men’s basketball ends season with 67-59 loss to Findlay

Beau Troutman
Apr 22, 2017

The Alton Voss story: GV football alumnus Alton Voss garnering national interest in pursuit of NFL dream

Beau Troutman
Apr 22, 2017
GVL / Kevin Sielaff – Kelsey Dominguez (2) takes a swing and makes solid contact with the ball. Grand Valley takes the victory over Walsh in both games held in Allendale on Saturday, April 23, 2016.

GVSU softball brings win streak to double digits with wins over Aquinas

Beau Troutman
Apr 20, 2017

Lanthorn sports writers reflect on time covering GVSU athletics

Jacob Arvidson, Beau Troutman, and Josh Peick
Apr 20, 2017
GVL - Emily Frye Bryce Young-Walls during the Spring Classic on Saturday April 15, 2017.

Young players highlight GVSU football Spring Classic

Beau Troutman
Apr 17, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Allison Lipovsky (18) throws the pitch. Grand Valley Women's Softball won 9-5 in their first game against Lake Superior State on Monday, April 18, 2016.

GVSU softball extends winning streak to nine games

Beau Troutman
Apr 17, 2017
GVL / Kevin Sielaff – Kelsey Dominguez (2) crushes the ball and sends it flying into the outfield. Grand Valley takes the victory over Walsh in both games held in Allendale on Saturday, April 23, 2016.

GVSU softball sweeps doubleheader with St. Joseph’s, extends win streak to seven

Beau Troutman
Apr 13, 2017
GVL/Hannah Zajac - Brooke Little (17) takes a swing during the game on Saturday, April 8, 2017.

GVSU softball sweeps Findlay, Tiffin in home doubleheaders

Beau Troutman
Apr 10, 2017
GVL - Courtesy of Manica Architecture

Column: Debating if NFL, NHL moves to Las Vegas is good for sports

Beau Troutman and Josh Peick
Apr 6, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Jenna Lenza (4) prepares to take a swing during the game vs. Lewis on Tuesday, March 28, 2017.

Softball senior Jenna Lenza having best year of her career in the batter’s box

Beau Troutman
Apr 6, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Ellie Balbach (11) squares up and hits a home run. Grand Valley State squares off against Wayne State in the second game of the Midwest Super Regional tournament. The Lakers came out with the victory with a final score of 1-0 on Thursday, May 12, 2016 in Detroit, MI.

GVSU softball splits with Hillsdale, Wayne State in two doubleheaders

Beau Troutman
Apr 3, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Jessica Ramos (16) pulls in a pitch during the game vs. Lewis on Tuesday, March 28, 2017.

Lenza, GVSU softball sweep Lewis in home-opening doubleheader

Beau Troutman
Mar 30, 2017
GVL / Kevin Sielaff – Shannon Flaherty (19) makes contact with the ball and runs to first base. Grand Valley takes the victory over Walsh in both games held in Allendale on Saturday, April 23, 2016.

GVSU softball opens conference play with 1-3 start

Beau Troutman
Mar 27, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - DéOndre Hogan reviews his broad jump results during Pro Day inside the Kelly Family Sports Center on Monday, Mar. 20, 2017.

Eight GVSU players take part in football pro day

Beau Troutman
Mar 23, 2017
GVL / Emily Frye Janae Langs

GVSU softball outscores Purdue-Northwest 13-0 in doubleheader sweep

Beau Troutman
Mar 20, 2017
GVL / Emily Frye Alex Amos during the 7th Annual Gilda's Club Laker Fall Invitational on Sunday Sept. 25, 2016.

GVSU women’s golf places first overall at SVSU Spring Invite

Beau Troutman
Mar 20, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - As the clock winds down, Alton Voss (4) looks on toward the play from the bench - GVSU fell to Ferris State in Lubbers Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016.

GVSU football alumnus Alton Voss garnering national interest in pursuit of NFL dream

Beau Troutman
Mar 16, 2017
GVL / Kevin Sielaff - Jenna Lenza (4) hits the ball high and down field. Grand Valley State squares off against Wayne State in the second game of the Midwest Super Regional tournament. The Lakers came out with the victory with a final score of 1-0 on Thursday, May 12, 2016 in Detroit, MI.

GVSU softball goes 3-9 in annual spring break trip

Beau Troutman
Mar 13, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Juwan Starks (22) looks to pass during the game versus Findlay at the University of Findlay on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017.

GVSU men’s basketball ends year with 67-59 loss to Findlay in first round of GLIAC Tournament

Beau Troutman
Mar 2, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Luke Ryskamp (23) drives into the paint during the game against Northern Michigan on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 inside the Fieldhouse Arena in Allendale.

GVSU men’s basketball closes out regular season with 77-59 loss to Ferris State

Beau Troutman
Feb 27, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Allison Lipovsky (18) throws the pitch. Grand Valley Women's Softball won 9-5 in their first game against Lake Superior State on Monday, April 18, 2016.

GVSU softball goes 3-1 in Lewis Dome Tournament

Beau Troutman
Feb 27, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - The team celebrates after a home run is hit. Grand Valley Women's Softball won 9-5 in their first game against Lake Superior State.

GVSU softball looking to build off 2016 College World Series appearance

Beau Troutman
Feb 23, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Seniors from the men's basketball team are celebrated after the game against Northern Michigan on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 inside the Fieldhouse Arena in Allendale.

Men’s basketball splits two games in final regular season home series

Beau Troutman
Feb 20, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Chris Dorsey (14) protects the ball from the defender. GVSU Men’s Basketball lost to Ferris State University on Monday, Jan. 30, 2016.

Versatile guard Chris Dorsey finds way into starting lineup in first year with men’s basketball

Beau Troutman
Feb 16, 2017
Myles Miller (12) jukes his way up the court during the game vs. Northwood inside the Fieldhouse Arena in Allendale on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017.

GVSU men’s basketball snaps three game losing streak with wins over Northwood, Lake Superior State

Beau Troutman
Feb 13, 2017
GVSU football inks 31 signees to 2017 recruiting class

GVSU football inks 31 signees to 2017 recruiting class

Beau Troutman
Feb 9, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Chris Dorsey (14) protects the ball from the defender. GVSU Men’s Basketball lost to Ferris State University on Monday, Jan. 30, 2016.

GVSU men’s basketball drops road contests to Wayne State, Saginaw Valley State

Beau Troutman
Feb 6, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Drake Baar (21) jumps for the jump ball. GVSU Men’s Basketball lost to Ferris State University on Monday, Jan. 30, 2016.

Ferris State routs GVSU men’s basketball 98-73

Beau Troutman
Feb 2, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Justin Greason (24) follows through after shooting a free throw. Grand Valley had a victory over Lake Superior State Thursday, Feb. 12, 2016.

GVSU men’s hoops goes 1-1 in Upper Peninsula road trip

Beau Troutman
Jan 30, 2017
GVL / Emily Frye John Keating on Friday Jan. 27, 2017.

Alumnus and Fox Sports Detroit broadcaster John Keating speaks at GVSU

Beau Troutman
Jan 30, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - The basketball teams load the bus and set off for up north.

Looking at the anatomy of a men’s hoops road trip to the Upper Peninsula

Beau Troutman
Jan 26, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Chris Dorsey (14) drives the ball up the court during the game inside the Fieldhouse Arena as Grand Valley squares off against SVSU on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017. The Lakers took the victory with a final score of 80-71.

GVSU men’s basketball blazes past Wayne State, Saginaw Valley State

Beau Troutman
Jan 23, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff #12 Myles Miller

Myles Miller giving GVSU basketball a steady option at point guard

Beau Troutman
Jan 19, 2017
GVL/Luke Holmes - Myles Miller (12) jumps up for the shot as Grand Valley had squares off againt Lake Superior State on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2016 in Allendale.

GVSU men’s hoops splits two-game road trip

Beau Troutman
Jan 16, 2017
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Juwan Starks poses for a photo inside Grand Valley's Fieldhouse Arena on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017.

GVSU’s Juwan Starks taking nothing for granted in senior season

Beau Troutman
Jan 13, 2017
GVL/Luke Holmes Trevin Alexander shoots the free throw on Wednesday Jan. 13, 2016. The Lakers Defeated Northern 83-63.

GVSU hoops goes 2-1 over Holiday break

Beau Troutman
Jan 9, 2017
GVL / Luke Holmes - Juwan Starks (22) dribbles around a defender. GVSU defeated Trinity Christian on Friday, Nov. 18, 2016.

GVSU men’s hoops tied for second in GLIAC standings after two road wins

Beau Troutman
Dec 12, 2016

Thunder and lightning – Monday, August 29

Beau Troutman
Dec 8, 2016

Revenberg – Monday, August 22

Beau Troutman
Dec 8, 2016

Judon – Monday, Nov. 21

Beau Troutman
Dec 7, 2016

Thunder and lightning – Wednesday, August 31

Beau Troutman
Dec 7, 2016

Anchor Bone classic – Monday, Oct. 10

Beau Troutman
Dec 7, 2016

Football last game against Ferris – Monday, Dec. 5

Beau Troutman
Dec 7, 2016

GVSU falls 47-32 to Ferris State in NCAA Quarterfinal

Beau Troutman
Dec 5, 2016
GVL / Luke Holmes - Luke Ryskamp (23) runs onto the court as the starting lineup is announced. GVSU defeated Trinity Christian on Friday, Nov. 18, 2016.

GVSU men’s hoops wins off last second shot, loses on one in first two GLIAC games

Beau Troutman
Dec 5, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Marty Carter (21) finds an opening and charges up field. The Lakers defeat the Bulldogs of Ferris State University Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016 with a final score of 35-23 in Allendale.

Anchor-Bone Classic: Part II preview

Beau Troutman
Dec 1, 2016

Column: Was JT Barrett short?

Beau Troutman
Dec 1, 2016
GVL / Luke Holmes - Urston Smith (10) celebrates after scoring the touchdown. Grand Valley State University defeated Tiffin 45-7 on Thursday, Sep. 1, 2016.

Brandon Bean, Urston Smith both featured on ESPN

Beau Troutman
Dec 1, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Brandon Bean hurdles over the opposing team to make the touchdown during the playoff game against Texas A&M Commerce on Saturday Nov. 26, 2016

GVSU tops Texas A&M Commerce 55-32 in second round of playoffs

Beau Troutman
Nov 28, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Luke Ryskamp (23) goes in for a lay-up during the game versus Great Lakes Christian on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016.

GVSU ends nonconference slate 2-1

Beau Troutman
Nov 28, 2016
GVL / Courtesy - Doug Witte Urston Smith (10) pulls down the football during the game at SVSU on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016.

GVSU playoff information

Beau Troutman
Nov 23, 2016

Former GVSU standout Matt Judon having early success with Baltimore Ravens

Beau Troutman
Nov 21, 2016

GVSU uses 28-0 run to down Trinity Christian 85-48

Beau Troutman
Nov 21, 2016

GVSU defeats Great Lakes Christian 91-36 in home-opener

Beau Troutman
Nov 17, 2016

GVSU completes undefeated season with 24-21 win over Wayne State

Beau Troutman
Nov 14, 2016

GVSU women’s basketball splits first two games of 2016 season

Beau Troutman and Josh Peick
Nov 14, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Aaron Cox (51) prepares to hike the football. Grand Valley defeats Tiffin with a final score of 45-7 on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Lubbers Stadium.

Three point stance: GV regular season finale preview vs Wayne State

Beau Troutman
Nov 10, 2016
GVSU defeats SVSU 62-56 in double overtime

GVSU defeats SVSU 62-56 in double overtime

Beau Troutman
Nov 7, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Marty Carter - game against Findlay on Saturday Oct. 29, 2016.

Three point stance: Battle of the Valleys preview

Beau Troutman
Nov 3, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Devin McKissic - game against Findlay on Saturday Oct. 29, 2016.

GVSU defeats Findlay on senior night 28-17

Beau Troutman
Oct 31, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Marty Carter (21) jukes his way down the field for a short gain. The Lakers square off against the Panthers of Ohio Dominican University Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 and win with a final score of 24-21 in Columbus, OH.

Three point stance: GVSU versus Findlay preview

Beau Troutman
Oct 27, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Matt Williams runs onto the field before the game against Truman State on Saturday Oct. 15, 2016.

GVSU escapes Hillsdale 35-17

Beau Troutman
Oct 24, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Ryan Egan against Truman State on Saturday Oct. 15, 2016.

Three point stance: GVSU versus Hillsdale preview

Beau Troutman
Oct 20, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Alton Voss sacks the Truman State quarterback on Saturday Oct. 15, 2016.

GVSU defense smothers Truman State 41-3

Beau Troutman
Oct 17, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Sydney Omameh (3) celebrates a Grand Valley fumble recovery. The Lakers defeat the Bulldogs of Ferris State University Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016 with a final score of 35-23 in Allendale.

Three point stance: GV versus Truman State preview

Beau Troutman
Oct 13, 2016

GVSU takes down rival Ferris State 35-23

Beau Troutman
Oct 10, 2016

Column: Where did the students go?

Beau Troutman
Oct 10, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Bart Williams (6) warms up on the sideline as the game gets underway. The Lakers square off against the Panthers of Ohio Dominican University Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 and win with a final score of 24-21 in Columbus, OH.

GVSU to host Ferris State in GLIAC heavyweight bout

Beau Troutman
Oct 6, 2016

Column: GVSU, Ferris State sports editors break down Anchor-Bone Classic

Beau Troutman
Oct 6, 2016
GVL / Archive Taylor Callen

GVSU soccer suffers first loss to Florida Tech 2-1

Beau Troutman
Oct 6, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Devin McKissic (30) and company celebrate his game winning interception. The Lakers square off against the Panthers of Ohio Dominican University Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 and win with a final score of 24-21 in Columbus, OH.

GVSU’s McKissic solidifying role as starting cornerback

Beau Troutman
Oct 6, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Devin McKissic (30) and company celebrate his game winning interception. The Lakers square off against the Panthers of Ohio Dominican University Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 and win with a final score of 24-21 in Columbus, OH.

McKissic, GVSU escape Ohio Dominican 24-21

Beau Troutman
Oct 3, 2016
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[Photo] Beau Knows Sports Episode 1: Clare Carlson

Sep 30, 2016

Column: Change needed in college football officiating system

Beau Troutman
Sep 29, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Sydney Omameh (3) and company bring down a Wildcat running back. The Lakers defeat the Wildcats of Northern Michigan with a final score of 50-24 on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016 in Allendale.

Three point stance: GVSU football vs Ohio Dominican

Beau Troutman
Sep 29, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Nick Dodson (11) brings down a pass and carries the football up field. Grand Valley defeats Tiffin with a final score of 45-7 on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Lubbers Stadium.

GVSU shuts out Walsh 38-0

Beau Troutman
Sep 26, 2016
GVSU receivers have strong relationship on, off the field

GVSU receivers have strong relationship on, off the field

Beau Troutman
Sep 22, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Marty Carter (21) carries the ball up field. The Lakers defeat the Wildcats of Northern Michigan with a final score of 50-24 on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016 in Allendale.

Three point stance: GVSU hits the road for Walsh

Beau Troutman
Sep 22, 2016

Carter, GVSU stump Northern Michigan 50-24

Beau Troutman
Sep 18, 2016
GVL / Kevin Sielaff - Alton Voss (4) brings down an Ashland offensive attack. Grand Valley defeats Ashland with a final score of 45-28 Nov. 22 at Ashland University.

Three point stance: GVSU football preview vs. NMU

Beau Troutman
Sep 15, 2016
Williams, Smith dynamic duo for GVSU football

Williams, Smith dynamic duo for GVSU football

Beau Troutman
Sep 15, 2016
GVL / Luke Holmes - Marty Carter (21) scores a touchdown.

GVSU football handles Lake Erie 55-7

Beau Troutman
Sep 11, 2016

Three point stance: GVSU football after week one

Beau Troutman
Sep 8, 2016
GVL / Courtesy - Kelsey Young

GVSU track & field alumna finds success

Beau Troutman
Sep 8, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Sydney Omameh (3) looks toward the sideline for direction. Grand Valley defeats Tiffin with a final score of 45-7 on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Lubbers Stadium.

Sydney Omameh brings depth, experience to GVSU football

Beau Troutman
Sep 7, 2016

GVSU routs Tiffin 45-7 in season opener

Beau Troutman
Sep 2, 2016

Carter, Dorsey to lead Laker run game

Beau Troutman
Sep 1, 2016
Laker defense will try to stifle Tiffin offense in season opener

Laker defense will try to stifle Tiffin offense in season opener

Beau Troutman
Sep 1, 2016
GVL / Emily Frye Grand Valley State Laker Football on Wednesday Aug. 17, 2016.

GVSU football looks to build off 2015 campaign

Beau Troutman
Aug 29, 2016
GVL/Kevin Sielaff - Brandon Revenberg (57) rests on the sideline in between plays. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats square off against the Saskatchewan Roughriders Saturday, August 20, 2016 in Hamilton, Ontario.

GVSU linemen Revenberg, Bourke enjoy success in CFL

Beau Troutman
Aug 23, 2016
GVL / Courtesy -

GVSU alum finds dream job with Cleveland Cavaliers

Beau Troutman
Jul 11, 2016
GVL / Kevin Sielaff - Brandon Revenberg (57) makes the tackle on an Eagle offensive drive. Grand Valley defeats Ashland with a final score of 45-28 Nov. 22 at Ashland University.

GVSU’s Revenberg selected third overall in CFL Draft

Beau Troutman
Jun 6, 2016
GVL / Courtesy - Brett Dunbar Gabrielle Shipley competes in the GLIAC tournament Sunday, April 26, 2015.

Gabrielle Shipley ends career with a national championship

Beau Troutman
Jun 6, 2016
GVL / Courtesy - Pete Cender

Former Air Force tight end finding niche at GVSU

Beau Troutman
May 9, 2016
GVL / Kevin Sielaff - Alton Voss (4) brings down an Ashland offensive attack. Grand Valley defeats Ashland with a final score of 45-28 Nov. 22 at Ashland University.

Five GVSU seniors sit out to comply with NCAA eligibility rules

Beau Troutman
Apr 21, 2016
GVL / Kevin Sielaff - The 2016 Grand Valley State Spring Classic is hosted at Lubbers Stadium on Saturday, April 16, 2016.

GVSU concludes spring practice with 2016 Spring Classic

Beau Troutman
Apr 18, 2016
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