High Plains Storm

COURTNEY CARLSTROM

COURTNEY CARLSTROM

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

News Staff
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
COURTNEY CARLSTROM Courtney led Storm volleyball in kills to help her team win the Heartland Lutheran tournament over the weekend. IZAAC DICKEY Izaac had two touchdowns and led the Cougars in rushing yards with 124 and was second in tackles with ten.
Courtney Carlstrom goes up for a kill against Nebraska Christian’s block with Gahvi Lesiak watching. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Courtney Carlstrom goes up for a kill against Nebraska Christian’s block with Gahvi Lesiak watching. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

Lady Storm Goes 3-1 Over Weekend

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Thursday the Storm went to Central City to face Nebraska Christian. Then Saturday they had a long day of volleyball at the Heartland Lutheran tournament. The Storm faced a tough Number 10 rated Nebraska Christian team. They lost in three sets, 25-15, 25-13 and 25-12.
Haden Helgoth scrambles out of the pocket. PCN photo by Rick Holtz.

Haden Helgoth scrambles out of the pocket. PCN photo by Rick Holtz.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

No. 4 Cougars Too Much for Storm

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
WOLBACH – All teams go through growing pains at the beginning of a season. High Plains showed signs of growth on Thursday against No. 4 Central Valley.
Gahvi Lesiak serves one over earlier this season. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Gahvi Lesiak serves one over earlier this season. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

Lady Storm Gets Second Win

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
POLK - The East Butler Tigers came to Polk for a conference matchup last Thursday. The Lady Storm took the game in three sets: 25-14. 25-22 and 25-14. Rylee Ackerson had 10 kills, Courtney Carlstrom added seven and Addison Lindburg had six.
Gavin Morris runs the ball while being pursued by an Eagle defender. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Gavin Morris runs the ball while being pursued by an Eagle defender. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

High Plains Ends up Short Against the Eagles

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
CLARKS - After parents’ night introductions, the Storm got the ball to start their first football game. BDS got an interception early in the game but were unable to capitalize due to the Storm’s defense stopping their play.
Slammers won the tourney at Wisner on Saturday. Photo provided.

Slammers won the tourney at Wisner on Saturday. Photo provided.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

Slammers Win Championship at Wisner Tourney

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
WISNER — Not a bad way to spend a Saturday. The Polk County Slammers traveled to Wisner for the NEN Viper Softball Tournament. The Slammers were perfect on the day, opening with a 16-0 win over O’Neill, a 9-4 win over Pierce and capped the championship day with a 10-8 win over the host NEN.
Rylee Ackerson scored with this block in the first set as Gahvi Lesiak backs her up. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Rylee Ackerson scored with this block in the first set as Gahvi Lesiak backs her up. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

Storm Wins Over the Knights

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
POLK - Monday night was the Storm’s first official game, as they hosted Nebraska Lutheran. The first set didn’t start out well, with the Storm being behind the Knights most of the set. They finally tied at 12 points, against at 17 and 22.
Front row: Peyton Hofmann, Allie Howell, Courtney Carlstrom, Rylee Ackerson, Addie Lindburg; Second row: Dakota Gress, Gahvi Lesiak, Madi Zerr, Rylee Hofmann, Kenslei Carlson; Back row: Jacey Dubas, HallieJo Urkoski, Kinley Spurling, Bailey Gress, Ashtyn Quast, Tessa Morris. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Front row: Peyton Hofmann, Allie Howell, Courtney Carlstrom, Rylee Ackerson, Addie Lindburg; Second row: Dakota Gress, Gahvi Lesiak, Madi Zerr, Rylee Hofmann, Kenslei Carlson; Back row: Jacey Dubas, HallieJo Urkoski, Kinley Spurling, Bailey Gress, Ashtyn Quast, Tessa Morris. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

Storm Volleyball Returns with Lofty Goals in the Post Season

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Storm volleyball went far last year, losing in districts and just missing a state bid. Time will tell if they can do it again this year. They lost three good players to graduation, but have several returning with experience.
2023 High Plains Football: Front row: Wyatt Urkoski, Gavin Morris; Second row: Chase Owens, Gage Friesen, Haden Helgoth, Ayden Hans, Raul Marino; Third row: Maddix Fuhrman, Caleb Sharman, Kaden Rieken, Camden Morris, Kyler Hans, Jacob Lesiak, Hudson Urkoski; Back row: Brodey Spurling, Carter Urkoski, Neddy Lesiak, Carson Swedenburg, Aaron Brown, Cameron Reed. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

2023 High Plains Football: Front row: Wyatt Urkoski, Gavin Morris; Second row: Chase Owens, Gage Friesen, Haden Helgoth, Ayden Hans, Raul Marino; Third row: Maddix Fuhrman, Caleb Sharman, Kaden Rieken, Camden Morris, Kyler Hans, Jacob Lesiak, Hudson Urkoski; Back row: Brodey Spurling, Carter Urkoski, Neddy Lesiak, Carson Swedenburg, Aaron Brown, Cameron Reed. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

Storm Football’s Plan is Fast

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
POLK – After posting a 3-5 mark last fall, the High Plains varsity football team believes it can improve with one of the speedier teams in Class D-2.

Exclusive Subscriber Content Image

District assignments announced

News Staff
Friday, August 18, 2023
The Nebraska School Activities Association has announced fall district assignments. Cross County, High Plains, Osceola and Shelby-Rising City athletes now know what schools they will have to compete against for an opportunity to go to state.