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Collin Vrbka rolls over his opponent on his way to being crowned champion at David City. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka

Collin Vrbka rolls over his opponent on his way to being crowned champion at David City. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka

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Huskies See 2 Champs Crowned at David City

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Justin Knoll DAVID CITY — Shelby-Rising City had two champions at the David City Invite over the weekend. The Huskies finished third with 111 points. Millard West was the top placing team with 152 points. Collin Vrbka went a perfect 5-0 on the day at 220 pounds.
Carter Urkoski scored 17 points against Nebraska Lutheran and broke the single-game scoring on Friday, scoring 35 points in the win. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

Carter Urkoski scored 17 points against Nebraska Lutheran and broke the single-game scoring on Friday, scoring 35 points in the win. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

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Urkoski Sets Game Scoring Record

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
POLK — History was made on Friday for the Storm as freshman Carter Urkoski broke the school’s single-game scoring record. High Plains (5-7) returned home on Friday to take on CRC foe Dorchester, sending the fans home happy following a 75-41 win. Urkoski poured in 35 points on 16-of-25 shooting.
Peyton Hofmann goes up strong for a basket against Nebraska Lutheran. The freshman finished with 6 points in the loss. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

Peyton Hofmann goes up strong for a basket against Nebraska Lutheran. The freshman finished with 6 points in the loss. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

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Storm Fall to Knights, Longhorns

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
WACO — Some games are closer than the final score shows. The High Plains girls found themselves in one of those games on Thursday when they traveled to Nebraska Lutheran. The Storm would go onto lose 49-43 after the Knights closed out the final 3:02 of the game on a 6-2 run.
Photo provided by High Plains Schools

Photo provided by High Plains Schools

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Urkoski: 100 Wins and Still Counting

News Staff
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Wyatt Urkoski recorded his 100th career win on Saturday at the Cross County Bob Orsborn Classic. The High Plains junior was the 160-pound champion at the event, racking up three pins and a major decision.
Haden Helgoth scored 5 points on Thursday, including a transition layup in the second quarter. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

Haden Helgoth scored 5 points on Thursday, including a transition layup in the second quarter. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

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Storm Win Streak Ends at 4 in 66-53 Loss to Knights

Rick Holtz
Friday, January 13, 2023
WACO — All streaks have to come to an end eventually. High Plains entered Thursday’s game at Nebraska Lutheran riding a 4-game win streak, but the Storm could not push it to five games as they fell to the Knights 66-53.
Peyton Hofmann goes up strong for a basket against Nebraska Lutheran. The freshman finished with 6 points in the loss. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

Peyton Hofmann goes up strong for a basket against Nebraska Lutheran. The freshman finished with 6 points in the loss. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

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Storm Rally Falls Short Against Knights

Rick Holtz
Friday, January 13, 2023
WACO — Some games are closer than the final score shows. The High Plains girls found themselves in one of those games on Thursday when they traveled to Nebraska Lutheran. The Storm would go onto lose 49-43 after the Knights closed out the final 3:02 of the game on a 6-2 run.
The Crossroads Conference basketball tournament tips off Saturday, Jan. 21 in York. Photo illustration

The Crossroads Conference basketball tournament tips off Saturday, Jan. 21 in York. Photo illustration

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CRC Basketball Field Set

Rick Holtz
Thursday, January 12, 2023
YORK — The field is set and the teams know their path to Crossroads Conference Glory. On the boys’ side, fans could be staring down an Osceola-Cross County rematch of Jan 3’s 65-59 Bulldog win.
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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ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Each week during the school year, the Polk County News will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. Athletes of the Week are brought to you by these fine sponsors.
Carter Urkoski scored a season high 21 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in a 49-41 win over Hampton. PCN photo by Calvin Holtz

Carter Urkoski scored a season high 21 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in a 49-41 win over Hampton. PCN photo by Calvin Holtz

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High Plains Extend Streak to 3 Wins in a Row

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
HAMPTON — The Storm have finally turned a corner this season. High Plains, after opening the season with six straight losses, has now won three games in a row heading into Tuesday’s game against winless Palmer (0-8).
Devin Nuttelman won the 106 pound weight class at the Malcom Invite over the weekend. PCN photo by Travis Lane

Devin Nuttelman won the 106 pound weight class at the Malcom Invite over the weekend. PCN photo by Travis Lane

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Area Wrestlers in Action at Weekend Invitationals

Staff Report
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Area wrestlers were in action over the weekend at Cross County/Osceola traveled to the Malcom Invite. High Plains participated in the Manstedt Boys & Girls Invites. Shelby-Rising City participated in the Aquinas Invitational.