Osceola Bulldogs

Shelby-Rising City wrestlers had a busy couple of days. On Thursday the Huskies won the 2023 Crossroads Conference Title. On Saturday the team traveled to Kearney for the 2023 NSAA State Dual Championships, where the Huskies finished fourth.

Shelby-Rising City wrestlers had a busy couple of days. On Thursday the Huskies won the 2023 Crossroads Conference Title. On Saturday the team traveled to Kearney for the 2023 NSAA State Dual Championships, where the Huskies finished fourth.

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County Clashes at CRC Tournament

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
BRAINARD — What a way to head into the weekend. The Huskies won the Crossroads Conference Tournament crown on Thursday, edging out nine other teams to take home the wrestling title. Shelby-Rising City finished with 160.0 points to finish first. High Plains finished fourth with 75.0 points.
Kale Gustafson (center) is now the all-time rebound leader at Osceola. The junior big man broke a 56-year-old record that was previously held by Alan Gissler. Osceola Schools photo

Kale Gustafson (center) is now the all-time rebound leader at Osceola. The junior big man broke a 56-year-old record that was previously held by Alan Gissler. Osceola Schools photo

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HEAD OF THE GLASS

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
OSCEOLA — Just a couple weeks ago, we reported on Isaiah Zelasney breaking the scoring record held by Alan Gissler. Just days ago, teammate Kale Gustafson broke the rebounding record, also held by Alan Gissler.
Osceola Schools photo

Osceola Schools photo

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Bulldogs Supporting Tomorrow’s Stars

News Staff
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Members of the Osceola boys basketball team showed up to support the Little Dawgs at their game. It was a bit of a role reversal since the younger players usually attend the varsity games.
Osceola Schools photo.

Osceola Schools photo.

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Peterson Chooses Doane College

News Staff
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Osceola senior Caleb Peterson has committed to play football at Doane College as he continues his education. Peterson was joined by his family and football coaches to make the announcement on Feb. 1.
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, February 1, 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.
Congrats to the Osceola Bulldogs on winning the 2023 Crossroads Conference Tournament Title. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

Congrats to the Osceola Bulldogs on winning the 2023 Crossroads Conference Tournament Title. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

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Osceola wins CRC title

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
YORK — The old saying goes: Defense wins championships. The Bulldogs found out the other old saying in the Crossroads Conference title game: You have to hit free throws if you want to win. Osceola defeated Cross County 55-47 on Friday to secure the CRC Title.
Ty Racek went 2-2 at 152 pounds on Friday at the Freeman Invite. PCN photo by Travis Lane

Ty Racek went 2-2 at 152 pounds on Friday at the Freeman Invite. PCN photo by Travis Lane

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Area Wrestlers Back in Action

News Staff
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
FREEMAN — Cross County-Osceola traveled to the Freeman Invite on Friday. Devin Nuttelman was crowned the 106-pound champion at the event. He defeated teammate Wyatt Smith in 2:24 in the final round. Nuttelman went 5-0 on the day with five pins.
Kale Gustafson blocks a BDS shot during the second half on Thursday. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

Kale Gustafson blocks a BDS shot during the second half on Thursday. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

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No. 3 Bulldogs Back in CRC Final

Rick Holtz
Friday, January 27, 2023
YORK — The Bulldogs are right where they want to be. Class D-2 No. 3 Osceola held-on for a 42-41 win for Bruning-Davenport/Shickley in the semifinal of the Crossroads Conference Tournament on Thursday at the York City Auditorium.
Osceola coach Brett Webster talks things over with his team during a timeout on Tuesday. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

Osceola coach Brett Webster talks things over with his team during a timeout on Tuesday. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

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Lady Bulldogs Face Mustangs in a Rematch to Advance in CRC

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
YORK — Less than a week ago, the Lady Bulldogs hosted the Lady Mustangs of McCool for a regular season game. Tuesday night, they would get a rematch in the Crossroads Conference. Osceola would get on the board first with a basket by Savanna Boden after a couple minutes of play.
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 25, 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.