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Valentine wins Chadron Girls Golf Invite; Chadron's Landreth takes individual title
Valentine wins Chadron Girls Golf Invite; Chadron's Landreth takes individual title

Valentine took home the team title at the Chadron Girls Golf Invite, while Chadron’s Emmerson Landreth topped the field with an 89. Sidney finished runner-up and four other Panhandle golfers cracked the top 10.

Lady Orange roll Malcolm, pick up tenth win of the season

Lady Orange roll Malcolm, pick up tenth win of the season

Lady Orange softball continued their winning ways at home Tuesday night, knocking off Malcolm 11-3 in five innings.

Mustangs sweep the Coyotes

Mustangs sweep the Coyotes

The Mustangs rallied behind Jr. Hannah Kugler's 9 kills, 4 ace serves and a block to lead Prairie to a 3-0 win over Potter-Dix Tuesday evening in Potter.

Kiger Wins Bareback Title at Chadron Rodeo

Kiger Wins Bareback Title at Chadron Rodeo

Cinch Kiger, now a senior, had the most success of his career at a college rodeo by winning bareback bronc riding at the CSC rodeo at the Dawes County Fairgrounds last weekend.

Colorado sports notes: Third-stringer Ryan Staub's performance creates QB dilemma for Deion Sanders and Colorado

Colorado sports notes: Third-stringer Ryan Staub's performance creates QB dilemma for Deion Sanders and Colorado

Colorado coach Deion Sanders faces a quarterback dilemma as the Buffaloes prepare for the Big 12 Conference opener in Houston on Friday.

Pioneers' Offense Struggles in Friday Night Loss to Falcons

Pioneers' Offense Struggles in Friday Night Loss to Falcons

NEBRASKA CITY, NE - The Nebraska City Pioneers struggled to move the football and finished with only 78 yards on 36 offensive snaps in a 20-7 loss to Douglas County West Falcons on Friday, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Clash of the Knights Goes to Lourdes Central Catholic Over Elmwood-Murdock in Friday Night Football

Clash of the Knights Goes to Lourdes Central Catholic Over Elmwood-Murdock in Friday Night Football

PERU, NE - Lourdes Central Catholic turned in an impressive performance from Peru State College's Oak Bowl on Friday, converting takeaways into points in a 58-38 win over Elmwood-Murdock.

Cougar notes: WNCC women’s soccer falls to Casper on Saturday

Cougar notes: WNCC women’s soccer falls to Casper on Saturday

The Western Nebraska Community College women’s soccer team got behind early and never could catch up as Casper College earned a 5-0 conference win on Saturday at Casper Kelly Walsh High School soccer field.

Potter-Dix rolls past Sterling with explosive ground game

Potter-Dix rolls past Sterling with explosive ground game

Potter-Dix’s Dylan Tabor exploded for 368 all-purpose yards and 6 touchdowns as the Coyotes ran past Sterling 66-32 Friday in six-man football.

Colorado sports notes: Broncos spoil Cam Ward's debut with a 20-12 win over the Titans

Colorado sports notes: Broncos spoil Cam Ward's debut with a 20-12 win over the Titans

Bo Nix overcame three turnovers as the Denver Broncos spoiled Cam Ward's debut with a 20-12 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday.

UNK defense secures 41-21 victory over Chadron State

UNK defense secures 41-21 victory over Chadron State

Nebraska-Kearney forced three second-half turnovers to secure a 41-21 victory over Chadron State.

Lady Raiders Rebound from Tough Loss with Big Win

Lady Raiders Rebound from Tough Loss with Big Win

The Sidney Lady Raiders bounced back from a loss to Ogallala on Thursday by rolling past the Brush Beetdiggers in straight sets, 25-5, 25-16, 25-12 on Saturday afternoon.

Chadron State Caps Eagle Classic With Sweep

Chadron State Caps Eagle Classic With Sweep

Using a fantastic first set as a springboard, the Chadron State volleyball program closed out the Eagle Classic on a high note, earning its first win of 2025 with a 25-12, 25-22, 25-15 sweep over the University of Mary on Saturday in the Chicoine Center.

Kaden Anderson throws 2 TD passes, Wyoming beats Northern Iowa 31-7

Kaden Anderson throws 2 TD passes, Wyoming beats Northern Iowa 31-7

Kaden Anderson was 17-of-23 passing for 167 yards and two touchdowns and Wyoming beat Northern Iowa 31-7.

Colorado sports notes: Ryan Staub leads rotation of Colorado quarterbacks, throws 2 TD passes in 31-7 win over Delaware

Colorado sports notes: Ryan Staub leads rotation of Colorado quarterbacks, throws 2 TD passes in 31-7 win over Delaware

Third-stringer Ryan Staub threw two touchdown passes and starter Kaidon Salter ran for another as Colorado rotated quarterbacks, including highly touted freshman Julian Lewis, in a 31-7 win over Delaware.

Saturday's local scoreboard, Sept. 6

Saturday's local scoreboard, Sept. 6

Saturday's local scoreboard, Sept. 6

Eagles Notes: Chadron State Ready For Showdown With UNK

Eagles Notes: Chadron State Ready For Showdown With UNK

After doing battle with a Division I opponent in their first game of the season, the Chadron State football program will pivot to a different type of challenge this Saturday – a rivalry game, as the Eagles take on Nebraska-Kearney on the road.

Colorado sports notes: Greenlaw and Roach ruled out for Broncos' opener against Titans

Colorado sports notes: Greenlaw and Roach ruled out for Broncos' opener against Titans

The Denver Broncos have ruled out two key defensive players for their opener against the Tennessee Titans. Inside linebacker Dre Greenlaw and defensive tackle Malcolm Roach will miss Sunday's game.

Friday's local scoreboard, Sept. 5

Friday's local scoreboard, Sept. 5

Friday's local scoreboard, Sept. 5

Cougar notes: WNCC volleyball splits matches in first day of tourney

Cougar notes: WNCC volleyball splits matches in first day of tourney

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team finally captured their first win of the season with a dominating win over Western Wyoming Community College at the Region IX Crossover tourney in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on Friday.

Dundy County-Stratton races past Bridgeport 44-16 to stay unbeaten

Dundy County-Stratton races past Bridgeport 44-16 to stay unbeaten

The Dundy County-Stratton Tigers moved to 2-0 on the season with a 44-16 win over Bridgeport Friday night in front of their home crowd

Doane Coach Conversations: Hastings recap and Concordia Preview

Doane Coach Conversations: Hastings recap and Concordia Preview

Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson breaks down his team's season opener against Hastings and previews this weekend's matchup against Concordia.

Photos: Sidney defense shines in home opener with 20-0 shutout over Minden

Photos: Sidney defense shines in home opener with 20-0 shutout over Minden

Sidney’s defense dominates again. The Red Raiders blank Minden 20-0 for their second straight shutout to start the season. Rhys Dorcey scores twice as Sidney improves to 2-0.

Knights & Cards Go Down to Wire in Instant Classic

Knights & Cards Go Down to Wire in Instant Classic

ALBION - Norfolk Catholic notched their first win of the season, and Boone Central fell in heartbreaking fashion for the second straight week.

Cedar Catholic dominates Wayne in week 2 romp

Cedar Catholic dominates Wayne in week 2 romp

The Trojans routed the Blue Devils 55-7

2025 Small College Football Season Preview: Nebraska Wesleyan

2025 Small College Football Season Preview: Nebraska Wesleyan

The Nebraska Wesleyan offense and defense are united by a common mantra: go 1-0 every play.
The Prairie Wolves will bring that philosophy into their 10th season as a DIII program, which begins this weekend.

Palmyra, Lourdes listed on week one stat leaders

Palmyra, Lourdes listed on week one stat leaders


Schnitzer runs for 269 yards in opener

Perkins County, Brady runners claim titles at North Platte St. Pat’s Invite

Perkins County, Brady runners claim titles at North Platte St. Pat’s Invite

Perkins County’s Elijah Goodell and Brady’s Zoe Johnson won individual titles Thursday at the North Platte St. Pat’s Cross Country Invitational. The Sidney girls finished runner-up in the team standings.

TOP PLAYS - Beatrice tops Ashland-Greenwood 12-4

TOP PLAYS - Beatrice tops Ashland-Greenwood 12-4

Beatrice softball picked up their seventh win of the season on Thursday night, run ruling Ashland-Greenwood 12-4. 

Pass rusher Nik Bonitto signs $120 million extension with the Broncos after his breakout season

Pass rusher Nik Bonitto signs $120 million extension with the Broncos after his breakout season

Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto has agreed to a four-year contract extension with the Denver Broncos worth up to $120 million.

COACH INTERVIEW - BEATRICE HEAD COACH GARY LYTLE

COACH INTERVIEW - BEATRICE HEAD COACH GARY LYTLE

COACH INTERVIEW - BEATRICE HEAD COACH GARY LYTLE

Thursday's local scoreboard, Sept. 4

Thursday's local scoreboard, Sept. 4

Thursday's local scoreboard, Sept. 4

PLAYER OF THE GAME - Karrigan Henrichs

PLAYER OF THE GAME - Karrigan Henrichs

PLAYER OF THE GAME - Karrigan Henrichs

Continuity on Denver Broncos' offensive, defensive lines fuels high expectations for the season

Continuity on Denver Broncos' offensive, defensive lines fuels high expectations for the season

The Denver Broncos are focusing on their offensive line, believing it's crucial for success.

New video board set for debut at Sidney’s Weymouth Field

New video board set for debut at Sidney’s Weymouth Field

Sidney High School’s first-ever football video board will debut Friday at Weymouth Field when the Red Raiders host Minden. The $275,000 project, funded entirely by the booster club and donors, promises to bring a new level of game day atmosphere.

Chadron State Rodeo is this weekend

Chadron State Rodeo is this weekend

The Chadron State College Rodeo will take place at the Dawes County Fairgrounds in Chadron this weekend--Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 5-7.

WNCC volleyball fall in a hard-fought 5-setter to Casper

WNCC volleyball fall in a hard-fought 5-setter to Casper

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team have been road warriors so far this season and Tuesday night was no different as the Cougars traveled to Casper, Wyoming, to face Casper College on the road.

Sammy de Seriere Named Women's Wrestling Coach

Sammy de Seriere Named Women's Wrestling Coach

Chadron State College and Director of Athletics Mannie Reinsch have announced the hiring of former CSC assistant Sammy de Seriere (pronounced duh-sir-ee-air) as the school's new head women's wrestling coach. 

Colorado sports notes: Deion Sanders defends Colorado's late-game clock management, coaching staff after Georgia Tech loss

Colorado sports notes: Deion Sanders defends Colorado's late-game clock management, coaching staff after Georgia Tech loss

Deion Sanders is pushing back against the second-guessing of his clock management and the calling out of his coaching staff after a season-opening loss to Georgia Tech.

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Sept. 2

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Sept. 2

Tuesday's local scoreboard, Sept. 2

Scottsbluff wins team titles at home invite, Western Conference

Scottsbluff wins team titles at home invite, Western Conference

Scottsbluff swept the team and individual titles at Tuesday’s Scottsbluff Invitational and Western Conference girls golf tournaments.

Falls City Tigers Claw Back for Narrow Win Over Palmyra Panthers

Falls City Tigers Claw Back for Narrow Win Over Palmyra Panthers

FALLS CITY, NE - The Falls City Tigers came back to slip past the Palmyra Panthers in week one of the Nebraska high school football season, 22-21, as heard on B103.

Lourdes Central Catholic Hands Falls City-Sacred Heart Lopsided Loss in Football Season Opener

Lourdes Central Catholic Hands Falls City-Sacred Heart Lopsided Loss in Football Season Opener

NEBRASKA CITY, NE - The Lourdes Central Catholic Knights saw Callen Schnitzer start the season with an explosive performance in a 56-14 win over the Irish of Falls City-Sacred Heart.

Colorado sports notes: Broncos linebackers Singleton and Greenlaw return from injuries for season opener against Titans

Colorado sports notes: Broncos linebackers Singleton and Greenlaw return from injuries for season opener against Titans

Alex Singleton and Dre Greenlaw are set to line up together in the middle of Denver's defense as the Broncos open their season against the Tennessee Titans.

Jared Crick starts coaching career at Cozad

Jared Crick starts coaching career at Cozad

Jared Crick has played under the brightest lights in college football and the NFL, but this week the former Husker star begins a new chapter—making his coaching debut at Cozad High School, his alma mater.

Colorado sports notes: A new chapter for Sanders as he began new season minus his sons and Colorado's live buffalo mascot

Colorado sports notes: A new chapter for Sanders as he began new season minus his sons and Colorado's live buffalo mascot

Coach Deion Sanders has kicked off his third season at the University of Colorado with a different vibe.

Peetz runs past Potter-Dix in football opener, 47-20

Peetz runs past Potter-Dix in football opener, 47-20

Peetz opened the football season with a 47-20 win over Potter-Dix Thursday night, fueled by Dylan Wagner’s 160 rushing yards and three touchdowns.

Cougar notes: WNCC finishes Salt Lake invite 0-4

Cougar notes: WNCC finishes Salt Lake invite 0-4

The Western Nebraska Community College volleyball team traveled to Salt Lake City, Utah, for the Crystal Innviational and competed against four Florida teams.

College football roundup: Costelli leads Northern Colorado to 17-3 win over Chadron State

College football roundup: Costelli leads Northern Colorado to 17-3 win over Chadron State

Peter Costelli threw for a touchdown and ran for another and that was enough to carry Northern Colorado past Division II Chadron Sate, 17-3.

Saturday's local scoreboard, Aug. 30

Saturday's local scoreboard, Aug. 30

Saturday's local scoreboard, Aug. 30

Hastings College defeats Doane 20-7 in 124th rivalry football game

Hastings College defeats Doane 20-7 in 124th rivalry football game

In the longest standing Nebraska college football rivalry, the Hastings College Broncos defense made two huge goal line stands in the second half to down Doane in the 2025 season opener. 

Defense shines in Sidney’s 35-0 season-opening win at Cozad

Defense shines in Sidney’s 35-0 season-opening win at Cozad

A top-10 showdown turned into a statement game Friday night as the preseason No. 5 Sidney Red Raiders opened the 2025 football season with a 35-0 shutout on the road over the preseason No. 7 Cozad Haymakers.

Columbus Pummels Panthers With Power Run Game

Columbus Pummels Panthers With Power Run Game

COLUMBUS - The hometown Discoverers used big plays and a relentless ground assault to notch a 31-10 win over Norfolk Friday night as the 102-year Maroon Cup Highway 81 rivalry added another chapter.

Bridgeport starts season 1-0 with victory over North Platte St. Pat's

Bridgeport starts season 1-0 with victory over North Platte St. Pat's

For the first time in five years, the Bridgeport Bulldogs are starting the football season 1-0, following a thrilling 44-28 win over North Platte St. Patrick’s on Friday night.

Pierce holds off late rally to beat Aurora in season-opening thriller

Pierce holds off late rally to beat Aurora in season-opening thriller

The Blue Jays beat the Huskies 27-21

Prime spot: Deion Sanders has a sideline bathroom at Colorado, sponsored by Depend undergarment

Prime spot: Deion Sanders has a sideline bathroom at Colorado, sponsored by Depend undergarment

Determined to be No. 1 on any front in this wild new world of marketing in college sports, Colorado introduced a branded sideline bathroom for Deion Sanders in its opening game against Georgia Tech.

Friday's local scoreboard, Aug. 29

Friday's local scoreboard, Aug. 29

Friday's local scoreboard, Aug. 29

Doane Coach Conversations: 2025 Football Season Preview

Doane Coach Conversations: 2025 Football Season Preview

Our Doane Coach Conversations series returns, featuring weekly insight into the state of Doane University football from head coach Jonathan Johnson.
Doane kicks off the 2025 season on Saturday night.

Lady Raiders Open Season with Four-Set Win at Sterling

Lady Raiders Open Season with Four-Set Win at Sterling

The Sidney Lady Raiders shook off a slow start to earn a four-set road win over the Sterling Tigers in their season opener Thursday night.

Scottsbluff boys, Gordon-Rushville girls capture Panhandle Cross Country Classic titles

Scottsbluff boys, Gordon-Rushville girls capture Panhandle Cross Country Classic titles

Scottsbluff’s boys and Gordon-Rushville’s girls claimed team titles at the Panhandle Cross Country Classic in Scottsbluff, while Alliance’s Trevor Zurn and Gordon-Rushville’s Rarity Cournoyer took individual wins.

Colorado and Georgia Tech meet for the 1st time on the field since splitting the 1990 national title

Colorado and Georgia Tech meet for the 1st time on the field since splitting the 1990 national title

The Colorado Buffaloes and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are set to meet on the football field for the first time.

Thursday's local scoreboard, Aug. 28

Thursday's local scoreboard, Aug. 28

Thursday's local scoreboard, Aug. 28

Peru State announces new athletic director

Peru State announces new athletic director

Werner has experience developing athletic facilities and nonprofit management

Fairbury football seeking to set a new standard as 2025 season begins

Fairbury football seeking to set a new standard as 2025 season begins

Fairbury's new football coach and a roster full of upperclassmen are eager to leave the struggles of previous years in the past and establish a new standard as the 2025 season officially begins this week.

Hastings College Football looks to show off revamped offense in 2025

Hastings College Football looks to show off revamped offense in 2025

The Hastings College Football squad has several new offensive pieces that aim to turn the offense in the right direction in 2025.