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Warrior girls in Manstedt Invite

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
COLUMBUS — Fullerton’s girls wrestling team competed at the Norm Manstedt Invite at the Columbus Fieldhouse on Thursday.Norfolk took home the Class A team title, earning 196 points. Lakeview took home the Class B team title with 157.5 points. They edged Yutan, who finished second with 141 points.
Keila Dubas and Fullerton's defense held Ansley/Litchfield scoreless for nearly 12 minutes on Tuesday. The Warriors capitalized on the scoring drought, rallying to take the lead in the second half. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Keila Dubas and Fullerton's defense held Ansley/Litchfield scoreless for nearly 12 minutes on Tuesday. The Warriors capitalized on the scoring drought, rallying to take the lead in the second half. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Warriors rally to beat Spartans 28-21

Rick Holtz
Thursday, January 9, 2025
FULLERTON — The Warriors stepped up their defense and used a strong third quarter to take control of the game on Tuesday.
LEFT: Kane Wetovick goes up for 2 of his game-high 24 points against the Spartans. RIGHT: Terrick Gonsior scores in transition after getting the steal. He finished with 4 points. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Kane Wetovick goes up for 2 of his game-high 24 points against the Spartans. RIGHT: Terrick Gonsior scores in transition after getting the steal. He finished with 4 points. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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Warriors cruise to 65-37 win over Spartans

Rick Holtz
Thursday, January 9, 2025
FULLERTON — A big third quarter lifted the Warriors to a win on Tuesday.Fullerton (5-4) used a 26-point third quarter to take control of their game with Ansley/Litchfield, cruising to a 65-37 home win. The game was rescheduled from December.
Tate Wood won his quarterfinal match against Kearney’s Jesvin Verduzco in a 13-1 major decision. He went on to win the 113 pound weight class. NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

Tate Wood won his quarterfinal match against Kearney’s Jesvin Verduzco in a 13-1 major decision. He went on to win the 113 pound weight class. NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

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Wood finishes 1st at Pleasanton

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
PLEASANTON — The Warriors were back in action after the holidays, traveling to Pleasanton for an invitational that featured 25 teams.Fullerton finished 11th overall with 59.0 team points. Central Valley took home the team title, finishing with 191.5 points.Tate Wood finished first at 113 pounds.

NCPA Academic All-State announced

Ncj Staff Report
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) is pleased to announce the student recipients of the Fall 2024 Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association (NCPA) Academic All-State Awards.
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.

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NCJ Athletes of the Week for Jan. 1, 2025

News Staff
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week.
LEFT: Hunter Gochenour knocks down a long-range shot in front of the Humphrey-Lindsay bench on Friday. RIGHT: Nolan Dubas finished with 9 points against Humphrey-Lindsay. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Hunter Gochenour knocks down a long-range shot in front of the Humphrey-Lindsay bench on Friday. RIGHT: Nolan Dubas finished with 9 points against Humphrey-Lindsay. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Warriors finish 3rd at Friend Holiday Tourney

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
FRIEND — The Warriors split a pair of games to finish third at the Exeter-Milligan/Friend Holiday Tournament.Fullerton bounced back on Saturday in the consolation game to defeat Shelby-Rising City 63-34.
Georgia Bridger looks to find an open teammate in the paint against Humphrey-Lindsay. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Georgia Bridger looks to find an open teammate in the paint against Humphrey-Lindsay. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Girls fall to ranked Bulldogs, Huskies

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
FRIEND — The Warriors dropped a pair of games over the weekend at the Exeter-Milligan/Friend Holiday Tournament.Fullerton faced an uphill battle on Friday in the opening round when they faced Class C-2 No. 5 Humphrey-Lindsay.
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.

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NCJ Athletes of the Week for Dec. 25, 2024

News Staff
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
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 Kane WetovickThe Warriors’ big man made his presence felt on both sides of the court on Friday.
LEFT: Fullerton’s Kane Wetovick scores in transition during the fourth quarter on Friday. He finished with a game-high 20 points. RIGHT: Corbin Rodriguez shows no fear cutting to the basket for 2 of his 12 points. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Fullerton’s Kane Wetovick scores in transition during the fourth quarter on Friday. He finished with a game-high 20 points. RIGHT: Corbin Rodriguez shows no fear cutting to the basket for 2 of his 12 points. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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Warriors hold on for 63-52 win despite Titan rally

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
FULLERTON — Friday’s showdown between the Warriors and Titans was everything a rivalry game is supposed to be. In the end, the home team held on for a 63-52 win.“Out of the last 10 matchups we only had 2 wins,” Fullerton coach Will Wagner said. “It was good for our kids to get that win.