The Synergy flyball team consists of seasoned flyball handlers that have enjoyed playing flyball for years. They are a small but growing team that loves to have fun, work as a team, and help out others when ever they can.
Team Members
Cindi Waller
Cindi and Missile Cindi is Synergy's team captain and owner. Many say she is the female version of Chris Farley, because she is always doing or saying something that is making everyone around her laugh in hysterics. She is described by her own team members as the silliest, sweetest, and most loyal and supportive friend you could ever have. You will never see her just sitting around at a tournament, she is always lending a hand to anyone in need of help - and that does not just go for her own team members, she helps everyone - whether it's handling a dog, helping with a start, or pass coaching, she is always willing to do what she can for the sport of flyball.
Darlene Gottwald
Darlene and Willow Darlene started playing flyball in 1994, when she saw flyball at the AKC dog show in Chicago and knew instantly that flyball was the sport for her. Since then, she has never looked back and currently has four active flyball dogs and one that is retired. She always gives 100% to everything she does, especially when it comes to flyball, and has the most consistant passing you will ever see. She is described by her team members as the very best friend you could ever ask for, extremely supportive, and helpful to anyone in need. She also gives the best advice or will simply lend an ear if you need someone to listen. She is definately the true meaning of a team member.
Jesse Roche
Jesse with Mandie, Kate, & Dusty Jesse started playing flyball in 1998 with a good friend of hers - Joan Payne, who was already on a flyball team. Soon after she joined the same team with her very first flyball dog - Nicki. You will never find anyone as hard working at the sport of flyball as Jesse. She is described by her team mates as dedicated, supportive, a true team player, and none of them can imagine playing flyball without her. She never gives up and every one of her fellow team members used the same word when describing her - perseverance. She has taught everyone around her that patience and perseverance really pays off.
Marty Wojtal
Marty and Cheddar Marty started playing flyball in the winter of 2005 with classes at K-9 OTC, then continued with classes at For Pet's Sake where she was soon asked to join a team there. She continues to bring new interest to the sport of flyball though her class at K-9 OTC where she teaches the beginners, intermediates, and helps out the K-9 team whenever she can. K-9's Running Rebels owes their entire existance to Marty, without her they would not have a team. Marty is described by her team members as strong, intense, supportive and extremely fun. There is never a shortage of laughs when Marty is around, especially when Marty and Cindi are together. She has a heart of gold and the patience of no other.
Jenni & Kevin Hesse
Jenni and Livy
Kevin and Earl Jenni learned about flyball in 2006 when she stayed after one of the obedience classes at K-9 OTC. Chris from K-9's team literally dragged her off the bench to give it a try. Livy lacked confidence and she didn't think flyball was an option, actually it was quite the opposite - Livy gained so much confidence from the sport it was incredible. Soon they joined the team and started competing, but it wasn't until they attended an actual tournament that Kevin caught the flyball bug too. Kevin now runs Earl on the team and helps out with anything from handling dogs to boxloading to props and everything in between.
Jeff & Chris Lodl
Jeff and Mini
Chris and Krypto Jeff started playing flyball in 2006, when he learned about the sport at K-9 OTC. Mini was a little shy at first but once she put the pieces together - the rest is history, flyball gave her the confidence she needed. Soon after they joined the team and began competing in tournaments. With the excitement of Mini running, Chris started learning the game of flyball with Krypto in the summer of 2007, and is now competing in tournaments as well. Jeff and Chris' daughter Katrina is also a member of the team - she comes to practices and tournaments and helps out the team ball shagging, paperwork, and even handling dogs.
Cindi and Missile Cindi is Synergy's team captain and owner. Many say she is the female version of Chris Farley, because she is always doing or saying something that is making everyone around her laugh in hysterics. She is described by her own team members as the silliest, sweetest, and most loyal and supportive friend you could ever have. You will never see her just sitting around at a tournament, she is always lending a hand to anyone in need of help - and that does not just go for her own team members, she helps everyone - whether it's handling a dog, helping with a start, or pass coaching, she is always willing to do what she can for the sport of flyball.
Darlene and Willow Darlene started playing flyball in 1994, when she saw flyball at the AKC dog show in Chicago and knew instantly that flyball was the sport for her. Since then, she has never looked back and currently has four active flyball dogs and one that is retired. She always gives 100% to everything she does, especially when it comes to flyball, and has the most consistant passing you will ever see. She is described by her team members as the very best friend you could ever ask for, extremely supportive, and helpful to anyone in need. She also gives the best advice or will simply lend an ear if you need someone to listen. She is definately the true meaning of a team member.
Jesse with Mandie, Kate, & Dusty Jesse started playing flyball in 1998 with a good friend of hers - Joan Payne, who was already on a flyball team. Soon after she joined the same team with her very first flyball dog - Nicki. You will never find anyone as hard working at the sport of flyball as Jesse. She is described by her team mates as dedicated, supportive, a true team player, and none of them can imagine playing flyball without her. She never gives up and every one of her fellow team members used the same word when describing her - perseverance. She has taught everyone around her that patience and perseverance really pays off.
Marty and Cheddar Marty started playing flyball in the winter of 2005 with classes at K-9 OTC, then continued with classes at For Pet's Sake where she was soon asked to join a team there. She continues to bring new interest to the sport of flyball though her class at K-9 OTC where she teaches the beginners, intermediates, and helps out the K-9 team whenever she can. K-9's Running Rebels owes their entire existance to Marty, without her they would not have a team. Marty is described by her team members as strong, intense, supportive and extremely fun. There is never a shortage of laughs when Marty is around, especially when Marty and Cindi are together. She has a heart of gold and the patience of no other.
Jenni and Livy
Kevin and Earl Jenni learned about flyball in 2006 when she stayed after one of the obedience classes at K-9 OTC. Chris from K-9's team literally dragged her off the bench to give it a try. Livy lacked confidence and she didn't think flyball was an option, actually it was quite the opposite - Livy gained so much confidence from the sport it was incredible. Soon they joined the team and started competing, but it wasn't until they attended an actual tournament that Kevin caught the flyball bug too. Kevin now runs Earl on the team and helps out with anything from handling dogs to boxloading to props and everything in between.
Jeff and Mini
Chris and Krypto Jeff started playing flyball in 2006, when he learned about the sport at K-9 OTC. Mini was a little shy at first but once she put the pieces together - the rest is history, flyball gave her the confidence she needed. Soon after they joined the team and began competing in tournaments. With the excitement of Mini running, Chris started learning the game of flyball with Krypto in the summer of 2007, and is now competing in tournaments as well. Jeff and Chris' daughter Katrina is also a member of the team - she comes to practices and tournaments and helps out the team ball shagging, paperwork, and even handling dogs.
