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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.The Cougars have two players that are around 6-foot tall and Hengelfelt and Bricelynn Larson made...
Rylee Hofmann hits one up to the Titan’s block. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

Rylee Hofmann hits one up to the Titan’s block. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

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Storm Volleyball Keeps Win Streak Alive

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
POLK – High Plains hosted a triangular on Tuesday with Riverside and Twin River. First up was Riverside.
Eastyn Kropatsch hits one over at Twin River on Thursday. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Eastyn Kropatsch hits one over at Twin River on Thursday. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Osceola Adds One More Win

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
GENOA – The Lady Bulldogs had just one game this week facing the Twin River Titans on their home court. After four sets, the Bulldogs came out with the win.The first set started out close, and then Osceola started to pull away with the lead.
Berggren, Slammers Send Hwy 6 Off the Road 13-1

Berggren, Slammers Send Hwy 6 Off the Road 13-1

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Berggren, Slammers Send Hwy 6 Off the Road 13-1

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
STROMSBURG – The softball game had just finished, but the Berggren family – Jeff, Amanda and Carter – were just as diligent at the “Where’s Waldo?” game of finding a missing yellow sphere hit into some deep grass by junior center fielder Mady Berggren (pictured at right).She ended the Polk County...
The Slammers took first place in Albion, beating Boone Central 8-5. Photo provided.

The Slammers took first place in Albion, beating Boone Central 8-5. Photo provided.

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Slammers Dominate Over the Weekend

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
ALBION — The Polk County Slammers showed their dominance over the weekend, picking up three wins to take first at the Boone Central Invite.The Slammers opened the day with a 10-1 win over Pierce, defeated Centura 9-3 before topping Boone Central 8-5.The Slammers scored early and often against...
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.
Haden Helgoth gets tackled by an Eagle defender. Photo by Stephanie Carlson, HPC yearbook.

Haden Helgoth gets tackled by an Eagle defender. Photo by Stephanie Carlson, HPC yearbook.

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Storm Defense, Friesen, Run All Over Nebraska Christian

Craig Pinley
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
CENTRAL CITY– Kaden Rieken, Ayden Hans, Camden Morris, Raul Marino and Caleb Sharman won’t always get the headlines as High Plains meanders through the 2024 football season, but on Friday one player knew who the real stars were.Gage Friesen scored five touchdowns and ran for 233 yards on 17 carries...
Ella Cramer gets a serve receive in the Cross County game against Fullerton. PCN photo by Rick Holtz.

Ella Cramer gets a serve receive in the Cross County game against Fullerton. PCN photo by Rick Holtz.

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Lady Cougars Open Season With Win

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
STROMSBURG — Cross County opened the 2024 volleyball season with a home win over Fullerton.The Cougars cruised to a threeset victory, topping the Warriors 26-24, 25-8, 25-21.“Our goal is always serve and pass wins games,” Cross County coach Emmie Noyd said. “We take that on ourselves.