Cross County Cougars

Above: Lindee Kelley goes for the layup. PCN photo by Kirk Sparrow.

Above: Lindee Kelley goes for the layup. PCN photo by Kirk Sparrow.

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Lady Cougars Keep Rolling, Thanks to Kelley’s High Game

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
STROMSBURG – Lindee Kelley had made just one three-point shot prior to Thursday’s game against visiting Sutton, but she cranked up a shot from the top of the key for her first basket and it got even better from there.
Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.

Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.

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PCN Athletes of the Week for Jan. 9, 2025

News Staff
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. PCN Athletes of the Week are brought to you by these fine sponsors. Ayden HansAyden Hans put in the game-winning three pointer to lift High Plains over Shelby-Rising City.
Braxton Mestl (OSC) tries to score while Brock Allen (CC) defends. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Braxton Mestl (OSC) tries to score while Brock Allen (CC) defends. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Cougars Defeat Bulldogs in County Clash

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
OSCEOLA – The Cougars took an early lead and defeated the Bulldogs on their home court, 66-34.In the first quarter, Cross County got the lead first after baskets from Thatcher Hanson and BrockAllen.
Ema Dickey (CC) dives for the ball while Emersyn Prososki (OSC), Addie Theis (OSC) and Chesney Sundberg (CC) are ready to help. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Ema Dickey (CC) dives for the ball while Emersyn Prososki (OSC), Addie Theis (OSC) and Chesney Sundberg (CC) are ready to help. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Lady Cougars Win Over Lady Dawgs in County Rivalry

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
OSCEOLA – The Bulldogs got the first point, but the Cougars soon passed them up and won 54-28.Addison Theis put the first shot up, but the Cougars caught up. Emersyn Prososki added a basket for the Bulldogs, and it was 8-4 at timeout.
Above: Cross County girls won their 3rd consecutive Runza Holiday championship. Pictured are (front, left to right) Savannah Quilhot, Scarlet Peterson, Kelsey Brehm, Bricelynn Larson, Lindee Kelley, Chesney Sundberg, Olive Peterson, Delainey Cramer; (second row) Rylen Allen, Coach Boshart, Cortina Donnelly, Ella Clark, Ema Dickey, Adrienne Waller, Edie Peterson, Hadley Larson, Coach Allison, Chloe Johnston, Coach Nielsen and Cortlyn Sundberg. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

Above: Cross County girls won their 3rd consecutive Runza Holiday championship. Pictured are (front, left to right) Savannah Quilhot, Scarlet Peterson, Kelsey Brehm, Bricelynn Larson, Lindee Kelley, Chesney Sundberg, Olive Peterson, Delainey Cramer; (second row) Rylen Allen, Coach Boshart, Cortina Donnelly, Ella Clark, Ema Dickey, Adrienne Waller, Edie Peterson, Hadley Larson, Coach Allison, Chloe Johnston, Coach Nielsen and Cortlyn Sundberg. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

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LADY COUGARS WIN 3RD CONSECUTIVE RUNZA HOLIDAY CHAMPIONSHIP

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
CENTRAL CITY- In a rematch of December 21st at Cross County, the girls took on Central City to try to avenge their only loss. Avenge it they did, and won their 3rd consecutive Runza Holiday tournament championship with a score of 31-29.
Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.

Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.

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PCN Athletes of the Week for Jan. 2, 2025

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.Edie PetersonEdie Peterson had 23 points, shot 50% (making 5 of 10) on three pointers and hit all 4 of her free throws for Cross County against Wood River.
Edie Peterson takes one to the hoop against Central City. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Edie Peterson takes one to the hoop against Central City. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Lady Cougars Win Over Wood River in Tourney

Craig Pinley
Monday, December 30, 2024
WOOD RIVER - Edie Peterson scored a career-high 23 points with five three-point baskets as Cross County’s girls basketball team broke open a close game in the third period and cruised to a 63-38 win over host Wood River on day one of an eight-team tourney that began Saturday.
Langdon Arbuck goes up to score against Wood River. Photo courtesy of Jimmy Rash Photography.

Langdon Arbuck goes up to score against Wood River. Photo courtesy of Jimmy Rash Photography.

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Cross County Boys Beat Wood River to Open Tourney

Craig Pinley
Monday, December 30, 2024
WOOD RIVER – Leading only 24-23 at halftime, the Cross County boys basketball team exploded offensively in the third period and raced to a 63-31 victory over host Wood River in first-round play of the Runza Christmas tourney Saturday.
Brenden Gabel wrestles an opponent at Kearney Catholic duals on Saturday. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

Brenden Gabel wrestles an opponent at Kearney Catholic duals on Saturday. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

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CCO Wrestling Wins 2 in Duals

News Staff
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
KEARNEY – Cross County Osceola Twisters took part in the duals at Kearney Catholic on Saturday. They placed 7th, winning2 of the 5 duals.CCO vs. Burwell (Burwell won 56-15)106: Karston Dotson-Monroe lost to Michael Hunter by TF 18-2.120: Billy Carnes lost to Brody Jensen by fall in 0:55.
Senior Thatcher Hanson shoots a three pointer against Central City. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Senior Thatcher Hanson shoots a three pointer against Central City. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Cougars Get Tested Against Bison

Craig Pinley
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
STROMSBURG – After winning games by 46 and 25 points earlier in the week, the Cross County boys basketball team began to pull away from visiting Central City on Saturday afternoon, taking an 11-point lead in the second period.