Osceola Bulldogs

Emma Brown (HPC)

Emma Brown (HPC)

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Brown Leads Storm to Strong Finish

Craig Pinley, Pcn Sports Writer
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
POLK – For much of the 2024-25 girls basketball season, you could find senior center Emma Brown planted somewhere in the free throw lane, giving High Plains inside scoring and reliable rebounding.On Tuesday, Brown was all over the court as her team’s top offensive threat, scoring 19 points with 11...
Five Huskies placed first including (left to right) Collin Vrbka, Eli Fjell, Coy Vrbka, Jett Vrbka and Owen Krafka. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

Five Huskies placed first including (left to right) Collin Vrbka, Eli Fjell, Coy Vrbka, Jett Vrbka and Owen Krafka. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

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CRC WRESTLING

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
BRAINARD – East Butler hosted conference wrestling again this year, with this year’s addition of Twin River. Centennial was not present this year. Ten teams competed. CRC teams Twin River, Shelby-Rising City, High Plains, Cross County-Osceola, East Butler and Meridian.
Addison Theis looks to shoot while two Eagle defenders surround her. Emersyn Prososki looks on for a pass. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Addison Theis looks to shoot while two Eagle defenders surround her. Emersyn Prososki looks on for a pass. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Lady Bulldogs Lose Against BDS and Win Over Meridian

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The Eagles won 57-47 against Osceola.Janna Roberts had a three pointer to start the game, soon Bella Recker followed with one. Osceola was behind by just a few 14-17 after one quarter.Roberts got a steal in the second quarter. Osceola added just 8 points to the Eagles’ 19.
Thatcher Hanson takes a shot as Kelby Neujahr defends

Thatcher Hanson takes a shot as Kelby Neujahr defends

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Cross County Heads to Finals With Win Over Bulldogs

Beth Sparrow
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Cross County used their height and numbers to win over Osceola, 75-36. The first quarter, Cross County came on strong, although free throws were not their strong point. They hit 1 of 6.
Brayden Santos (Osc) goes up against Collin Howell (HPC) for a rebound. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Brayden Santos (Osc) goes up against Collin Howell (HPC) for a rebound. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Bulldogs Win Exciting County Matchup in Double OT Over HPC

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
YORK - It was set to be an exciting county matchup, and that it was when Osceola finally came out with the double overtime win 57-52 over High Plains.High Plains was down two players, with Carter Urkoski and Maddix Fuhrman having both broken one of their hands.
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. 30, 2025

News Staff
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
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. Bricelynn LarsonBricelynn Larson scored 12 points and rebounded well against East Butler.
Emersyn Prososki dribbles the ball past a Mustang in their game last week. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Emersyn Prososki dribbles the ball past a Mustang in their game last week. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Osceola Loses to East Butler in OT CRC Opener

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
YORK – Down 11 points after three periods, East Butler tied the game at 32-all to force overtime and then outscored Osceola 7-2 in the extra session to beat the Bulldogs 39-34 and avenge a five-point loss in December at Osceola.Lillie Kriz scored 17 points to lead the Tigers and Margret Pekarek...
Joaquin Alvarez-Rodriguez is happy to pin his Nebraska Christian opponent in the triangular held last week. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

Joaquin Alvarez-Rodriguez is happy to pin his Nebraska Christian opponent in the triangular held last week. PCN photo by Travis Lane.

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CCO Wrestling at Madison

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
MADISON – CCO Twisters competed at the Madison Invite. They placed 12th out of 17 teams with 53 points.106: Karston Dotson-Monroe started with a bye. He lost to Layton Schroeder (West Pt.-Bm) in a 2:42 pin. He won over Baldwin Garcia (Wake) by a 7-2 decision.
Kimbree Page goes for a basket while her sister Layla Page watches. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

Kimbree Page goes for a basket while her sister Layla Page watches. PCN photo by Blaine Winslow.

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Lady Bulldogs Top Warriors in OT

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
OSCEOLA — The Bulldogs used the second quarter to shift the momentum in their favor on Friday as Osceola went on to defeat Santee 44-42 in overtime.Trailing 17-8 after the first eight minutes, the Bulldogs held Warriors scoreless for more than 7 minutes as Osceola rallied to take a one-point...
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. 16, 2025

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 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. Bella ReckerBella Recker played three great games, getting 12, 15 and 18 rebounds and putting in 21, 12 and 12 points.