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Lady Storm Lose a Close One to the Titans

Lady Storm Lose a Close One to the Titans

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Lady Storm Lose a Close One to the Titans

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
GENOA - The whole game was close, but the Titans came out on top against the Storm, 37-35.The first quarter was close, but Twin River was grabbing the rebounds. After almost half the quarter, the Storm led by a basket 4-2.
High Plains senior Brodey Spurling (23) attempts to block the shot of Twin River’s Corbin Rodriguez in Thursday’s game at Genoa. Spurling led the Storm in scoring with 20, but High Plains dropped the 63-48 final in CRC regular season hoops action. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

High Plains senior Brodey Spurling (23) attempts to block the shot of Twin River’s Corbin Rodriguez in Thursday’s game at Genoa. Spurling led the Storm in scoring with 20, but High Plains dropped the 63-48 final in CRC regular season hoops action. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Titans Shoot 55% on 2-PT FG’s, tops High Plains 63-48

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
GENOA - The Storm lost to the Titans in spite of Brodey Spurling’s efforts. Spurling had 20 points and 9 rebounds to lead the Storm. They lost to Twin River 63-48.Twin River held a slight lead in the first quarter 17-15. Spurling and Owens each had six points for the Storm.
Cross County/Osceola freshman Bridger Johnson wins gold at 175 pounds at Neligh-Oakdale Invite- Photo was provided.

Cross County/Osceola freshman Bridger Johnson wins gold at 175 pounds at Neligh-Oakdale Invite- Photo was provided.

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Bridger Johnson Captures Gold at Neligh-Oakdale

Ken Kush
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
CENTRAL CITY- The Cross County/Osceola Twisters boys wrestling team joined Sutton and Nebraska Christian in Central City on Tuesday night for midweek dual action.The Twisters came away with a 1-1 record as they defeated the Nebraska Christian Eagles 53-24, but came up short in their battle with the...
Shelby-RC junior Kaleigh Ruth scored 31 points in the Huskies upset win over Dorchester. Photo by Goc’s Creative Images.

Shelby-RC junior Kaleigh Ruth scored 31 points in the Huskies upset win over Dorchester. Photo by Goc’s Creative Images.

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Shelby-RC upsets D-2 Rated Dorchester, Falls to Scouts

Ken Kush
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
SHELBY-The Huskies split midweek hoops action upsetting Dorchester 40-39 and dropping a 58-24 final to David City at home.
Top- Cross County junior Gabe Nuttelman (25) squares up for this short jumper against Twin River on Monday night in the CRC quarterfinals at the York University. PCN photo by Ken Kush

Top- Cross County junior Gabe Nuttelman (25) squares up for this short jumper against Twin River on Monday night in the CRC quarterfinals at the York University. PCN photo by Ken Kush

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The Week In Sports Through the Camera Lens

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Kelsey Brehm goes for 3. PCN photo by Kirk Sparrow

Kelsey Brehm goes for 3. PCN photo by Kirk Sparrow

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CC girls lose to C-2 power Thayer Central

Craig Pinley, Pcn Sports Writer
Friday, January 23, 2026
STROMSBURG - Sometimes the shots go in, sometimes they don't.On Thursday night, Cross County's girls basketball team suffered through a tough shooting first half, trailing 26-11 en route to a 39-26 non-conference home loss to Thayer Central.
Kelsey Brehm tries for a bucket against Twin River. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow

Kelsey Brehm tries for a bucket against Twin River. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow

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Cougars rout Dorchester, move to 11-5

Craig Pinley, Pcn Sports Writer
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
STROMSBURG – Sometimes, it pays to try something a little different.Cross County girls basketball head coach Mitch Boshart sent the Cougars out in the second half using a 2-2-1 press and immediately it paid off as the Longhorns had turnovers on six straight possessions, leading to eight straight...
Cross County senior Ella Clark navigates the baseline as the David City defense closes in. In her second game back after a foot injury Clark scored 10 in the win over David City and 10 against Twin River. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Cross County senior Ella Clark navigates the baseline as the David City defense closes in. In her second game back after a foot injury Clark scored 10 in the win over David City and 10 against Twin River. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Cougar Girls Improve to 10-5 with Wins Over Twin River and DC

Beth Sparrow
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
DAVID CITY – Ella Clark was back after injury and helped propel the Lady Cougars to a 10-point win against David City, 50-40.The whole game wasn’t a guaranteed Cougar win, as the Scouts did almost catch up.The first quarter was mostly the Cougars with Edie Peterson hitting a trey and three baskets...
Benji Cooper gets the dunk and pleases the Cougar crowd in David City on Friday. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Benji Cooper gets the dunk and pleases the Cougar crowd in David City on Friday. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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TITANS AND SCOUTS FALL AT THE HANDS OF CROSS COUNTY BOYS

Craig Pinley
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
STROMSBURG- The Cross County Cougars boys basketball team ran their win streak to four games with wins over the Twin River Titans and the David City Scouts last week.The Cougars (11-2) will host a pair of home games this week as Dorchester will be in town on Tuesday and the Thayer Central Titans...