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Gavin Morris carries the ball while Raul Marino blocks for him. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

Gavin Morris carries the ball while Raul Marino blocks for him. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

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The Storm Ruins the Tigers’ Homecoming

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
PALMER – The Storm travelled to Palmer on Friday. The Tigers got the ball first but couldn’t convert, so it went to the Storm. The Storm marched down the field with runs from Wyatt Urkoski, Gage Friesen and Haden Helgoth. It was Helgoth who took it in for the touchdown. The points after failed.
Addison Lindburg serves one against the Mustangs. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Addison Lindburg serves one against the Mustangs. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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High Plains Gets Win Over McCool

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
POLK – High Plains hosted McCool Junction in a conference volleyball battle Tuesday evening. The Mustangs got on the board first with eight straight points. Then the Storm answered with a few. The first set continued in this manner, with the Mustangs coming out ahead 25-20.
LINDEE KELLEY

LINDEE KELLEY

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ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

Lindee Kelley
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
LINDEE KELLEY Lindee Kelley almost got a cycle with a single, a triple and a home run. She leads the Slammers in runs, hits, bases stolen, batting average and on-base percentage.
Wyatt Urkoski leads the blocking for Haden Helgoth. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Wyatt Urkoski leads the blocking for Haden Helgoth. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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The Storm Wins Homecoming Game Against Giltner

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
CLARKS – The Storm would come away with a big win on homecoming night. They played well, but Giltner also contributed with about five false starts during the game. The Hornets scored first getting down the field with steady runs. Their two-point conversion was good for an 8-0 early lead.
Peyton Hofmann goes up for a kill against Cross County’s block with her teammates’ support. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Peyton Hofmann goes up for a kill against Cross County’s block with her teammates’ support. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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High Plains Adds One Win

News Staff
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
After having a good start to their season, High Plains faced some tough competition. First was Riverside last Tuesday, which they lost in two sets, 25-16 and 25-18. No other information was available for that game. Second was Palmer, whom they beat in three sets: 14-25, 25-22 and 2519.
COURTNEY CARLSTROM

COURTNEY CARLSTROM

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.