Fullerton Warriors

Parker Aaberg and the Fullerton defense pressured the Nebraska Lutheran quarterback all game on Friday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Parker Aaberg and the Fullerton defense pressured the Nebraska Lutheran quarterback all game on Friday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

CONFIDENCE BUILDER

WACO — Had the clock not run out, the Warriors might still be out there scoring touchdowns.Fullerton (2-0) shut out their opponent for the first time in 8 years in Friday’s 62-0 road win over Nebraska Lutheran.
NCJ photo by Ken Kush

NCJ photo by Ken Kush

Warriors compete at Indianhead

GRAND ISLAND — Fullerton continued the golf season on Thursday at the Grand Island Central Catholic Invite at Indianhead Golf Course.The Warriors had two girls playing in the varsity field. Kinzie Sharman finished 48th overall with a 119, while Lylla Sabata finished 52nd with a 121.
Rylyn Hemenwaygoes on the attack for Fullerton against Central Valley on Thursday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Rylyn Hemenwaygoes on the attack for Fullerton against Central Valley on Thursday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Warrior fall to No. 4 Cougars, Chargers

GREELEY — The Warriors’ early season struggles continued in Greeley on Thursday.Fullerton was swept on the road by D-1 No. 4 Central Valley, 25-9, 25-12, and Riverside, 25-7, 25-16. The Warriors struggled at times to get into their offense against opposing heavy hitters.
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.

Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.

NCJ Athletes of the Week for Sept. 3, 2025

Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. NCJ Athletes of the Week is brought to you by this fine sponsor.
Fullerton sophomore Cael Dubas found massive holes to run through on Friday on his way to 224 yards on 22 carries. He also found the end zone four times. NCJ photo by Sami Sullivan

Fullerton sophomore Cael Dubas found massive holes to run through on Friday on his way to 224 yards on 22 carries. He also found the end zone four times. NCJ photo by Sami Sullivan

Warriors open season with home win

FULLERTON — The Victory Bell was ringing in Fullerton on Friday.Fullerton (1-0) opened the season with a dominant 56-16 win over Palmer (0-1).“First off, I cannot express enough how proud I am of our young crew,” Fullerton coach Brandon Siegel said. “I saw awesome effort through the entire game.
Korie Konwinski makes a play in the back row for Fullerton in the season-opener against Cross County. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Korie Konwinski makes a play in the back row for Fullerton in the season-opener against Cross County. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Warriors fall to Cougars in season-opener

FULLERTON — Fullerton opened the volleyball season on Thursday with a three-set loss to Cross County.The Cougars cruised to a 2510, 25-15, 25-9 win. Fullerton (0-1) struggled at times against Cross County’s size and dominant hitters.Riley Thomas led the way with 7 kills, 6 digs and 2 aces.
Taylor Cook finished 32nd overall with a time of 29:54.

Taylor Cook finished 32nd overall with a time of 29:54.

Titans, Warriors hit ground running in St. Paul

ST. PAUL — Fullerton and Twin River opened their cross country seasons at the St. Paul Invite at the St. Paul Country Club.The event was moved from Miletta Vista Winery a week early because there were still cows in the field. The change of venue worked out in favor of the runners.
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. This week there were no boys sports so we selected two girls.

Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. This week there were no boys sports so we selected two girls.

NCJ Athletes of the Week for Aug. 27, 2025

Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. This week there were no boys sports, so we selected two girls. NCJ Athletes of the Week is brought to you by this fine sponsor.
Kneeling: Brock Dubas, Kolt Francis, Mason Hemmingsen, Evan Gleason, Jakob Supik, Cale Dubas, Issac Supik, Riley Williams, Issac Carey, Jack Malander Standing Coach Eric Frenzen, Coach Jeremy Wetovick, Tucker Smith, Landen Glup, Leighton Baker, Maxton Meysenburg, Landon Bittner, Kyle Horn, Wyatt Reilly, Parker Aaberg, Head Coach Brandon Siegel. Photo provided

Kneeling: Brock Dubas, Kolt Francis, Mason Hemmingsen, Evan Gleason, Jakob Supik, Cale Dubas, Issac Supik, Riley Williams, Issac Carey, Jack Malander Standing Coach Eric Frenzen, Coach Jeremy Wetovick, Tucker Smith, Landen Glup, Leighton Baker, Maxton Meysenburg, Landon Bittner, Kyle Horn, Wyatt Reilly, Parker Aaberg, Head Coach Brandon Siegel. Photo provided

Warriors bring youth and experience

FULLERTON — The road to the playoffs will not be easy.The Warriors face three ranked teams in the back-half of their 2025 schedule. Fullerton takes on No. 3 Howells-Dodge on the road on Sept. 26. Then the final two weeks of the regular season see No. 2 Archangels Catholic and No.
Kneeling: Nevaeh Wendtlandt, Ava Smith, Brooklyn Loseke, Korie Konwinski, Kaycee Harter, Madelyn Russell, Claire Russell. Standing: Coach Ike Carr, Tylar Konwinski, Lexxus Schroeder, Addison Coe, Georgia Bridger, Ella Pickrel, Riley Thomas, Rylyn Hemenway, Reese Dubas, Head Coach Theresa Bridger

Kneeling: Nevaeh Wendtlandt, Ava Smith, Brooklyn Loseke, Korie Konwinski, Kaycee Harter, Madelyn Russell, Claire Russell. Standing: Coach Ike Carr, Tylar Konwinski, Lexxus Schroeder, Addison Coe, Georgia Bridger, Ella Pickrel, Riley Thomas, Rylyn Hemenway, Reese Dubas, Head Coach Theresa Bridger

Retooled Warriors ready to make noise

FULLERTON — Nobody wins a championship on day one.The Warriors open the volleyball season on Thursday and they look to make little improvements every time they step on the court.