Shelby-Rising City Huskies

Dalton Pokorney gets the hit on an EMF runner as Owen Krafka and others are ready to lend a hand. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

Dalton Pokorney gets the hit on an EMF runner as Owen Krafka and others are ready to lend a hand. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

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Huskies Triumph Over EMF

Staff Report
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Polk County NewsSHELBY - Having lost the previous week to state Class D-1 football power Sandy Creek and down 20-8 to host EMF early in the third period last Friday night, Shelby-Rising City might’ve been inclined to push a panic button or two.
Husky Alums Succeeding in College Athletics

Husky Alums Succeeding in College Athletics

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Husky Alums Succeeding in College Athletics

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
A pair of Shelby-Rising City alums are making an impact for their respective college teams this fall as Max Hoatson continues to play football for South Dakota School of Mines and Liberty Baker plays volleyball at York University.
Clare Willis gets ready to chip her ball on the green. Photo provided by SRC.

Clare Willis gets ready to chip her ball on the green. Photo provided by SRC.

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SRC Girls’ Golf at GICC

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
GRAND ISLAND - Husky Golf went to the Grand Island Central Catholic Invite on Thursday. Clare Willis andAlexis Wetjen had great improvement as last year they each shot 132. This year Willis came in with 112 and Wetjen 121.
Jett Vrbka goes for the tackle on Cougar Connor Rempe. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Jett Vrbka goes for the tackle on Cougar Connor Rempe. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Huskies Defend Well Against Loss to Sandy Creek

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
SANDY CREEK – The Shelby- Rising City Huskies traveled to Sandy Creek to take on the Cougars Friday night. The #4 ranked Huskies fought hard, but lost 28-6 to the #2 ranked Cougars.The first quarter was all defense on both sides of the ball.
Ava Pruter (CC) hits one by the block of Brea Schaefer and Mackenzie Kuns (SRC). PCN photo by Kirk Sparrow.

Ava Pruter (CC) hits one by the block of Brea Schaefer and Mackenzie Kuns (SRC). PCN photo by Kirk Sparrow.

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Lady Cougars Win Over Huskies

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
STROMSBURG – It seemed appropriate that match point in Thursday night’s Cross County 28-26, 25-17, 25-21 volleyball victory over Shelby-Rising City was a Sydney Hengelfelt kill, her 16th of the night.
Danica Watts (SRC)

Danica Watts (SRC)

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Panthers Add Two Wins

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
DAVID CITY — Blue River cruised to a 6-1 win over Lakeview on Thursday.The Panthers jumped out to a 5-0 lead after 3 innings before the Vikings could plate a runner.Meagan Jahde led the way going 2-for-4 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. Abby Lindsley went 1-for-3 with 2 RBI.
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 Sept. 5, 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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 had 8 kills and one ace serve against Fullerton in their opening game.
Carter Eickmeier running the ball behind blockers Jett Vrbka and Dylan Micek. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

Carter Eickmeier running the ball behind blockers Jett Vrbka and Dylan Micek. PCN photo by Jen Vrbka.

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Huskies Score First Win Over Freeman

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
SHELBY – The Shelby-Rising City Huskies hosted the Freeman Falcons for a Friday night opener. The Huskies came away with the win 66-24.The Huskies got on the board first with not even a minute off the clock with a 10-yard run by Carter Eickmeier.
Huskies Working Hard Toward a Big Goal

Huskies Working Hard Toward a Big Goal

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Huskies Working Hard Toward a Big Goal

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
The Shelby-Rising City Huskies had a good season last year, going 8-2 and getting to the second round of playoffs, losing to EMF. They only lost a few starters, so Coach Kubik is excited about this season.
2024 Husky volleyball (front left to right): Kendall Nickolite, Taya Pinneo, Nevaeh Martinez, Jordyn Donner, Aleigha Escobar- Schaefer; (middle) Olivia Frederick, Charlie Spitz, Emma Svoboda, Kaleigh Ruth, Madison Augustin, Brooklyn Baker; (back): Leah Whitmore, Brea Schaefer, Mackenzie Kuns, Charlie Thompson, and head coach Abby Kuns. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

2024 Husky volleyball (front left to right): Kendall Nickolite, Taya Pinneo, Nevaeh Martinez, Jordyn Donner, Aleigha Escobar- Schaefer; (middle) Olivia Frederick, Charlie Spitz, Emma Svoboda, Kaleigh Ruth, Madison Augustin, Brooklyn Baker; (back): Leah Whitmore, Brea Schaefer, Mackenzie Kuns, Charlie Thompson, and head coach Abby Kuns. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Husky Volleyball Aims for the Post-Season

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Shelby-Rising City lost two starters to graduation (the Larmon twins), but they still have high expectations with several other returning players. Taya Pinneo is the senior setter who brings much experience to the court. She set extensively last year, putting up 600 for the season.