Fullerton Warriors

Brett Bridger finished first at 190 pounds, winning all three of his matches by pinfall. NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

Brett Bridger finished first at 190 pounds, winning all three of his matches by pinfall. NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

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Warriors return to mats after snow break

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
NELIGH — The Warrior wrestlers returned to action on Saturday after losing nearly two weeks because of winter snow and cancellations. Fullerton finished fifth overall out of 24 teams at the Neligh-Oakdale Invite with 100 team points. Elkhorn Valley won the team title with 174 points.
Kane Wetovick averaged more than 20 points per game for Fullerton during the Goldenrod Conference Tournament last week. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Kane Wetovick averaged more than 20 points per game for Fullerton during the Goldenrod Conference Tournament last week. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Warriors go 1-2 to finish 4th at Goldenrod

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
GREELEY — The Warrior boys finished fourth in the Goldenrod Conference Tournament last week. Fullerton opened the tournament on Wednesday in Humphrey at St. Francis with a 64-43 win over St. Edward. Kane Wetovick led the way with a game-high 25 points. Terrick Gonsior added 10 points.
Delylla Olson earned a 8-5 decision against Summerland’s Abby Arroyo on Friday. NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

Delylla Olson earned a 8-5 decision against Summerland’s Abby Arroyo on Friday. NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

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Warriors back in action at Neligh

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
NELIGH — After nearly two weeks off because of winter weather and snow, Fullerton’s two girl wrestlers were back on the mat and in action at the Neligh-Oakdale Invite on Friday. Riley Thomas The Warriors finished 14th overall with 13 team points . Norfolk won the event with 200.5 points.
Kane Wetovick scored a game-high 25 points for the Warriors. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

Kane Wetovick scored a game-high 25 points for the Warriors. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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Warriors advance to Goldenrod semifinal for rematch with Flyers

News Staff
Thursday, January 18, 2024
HUMPHREY — One down, two to go. Fullerton completed its first step toward a Goldenrod Conference Title on Wednesday, easily getting by St. Edward 64-43 at Humphrey St. Francis. The Warriors next obstacle is the Flyers, who defeated Burwell 69-29 on Wednesday.
Isabel Norman scored a team-high 10 points on Wednesday. She knocked down 6-of-8 shots at the free throw line. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Isabel Norman scored a team-high 10 points on Wednesday. She knocked down 6-of-8 shots at the free throw line. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Warriors fall to No. 9 Flyers in Goldenrod action

Rick Holtz
Thursday, January 18, 2024
HUMPHREY — Fullerton saw its run in the Goldenrod Conference come to an end on Wednesday, falling 41-26 to D-2 No. 9 Humphrey St. Francis. The Warriors fought throw the Flyers’ pressure defense in the first quarter, only trailing by one point heading into the second quarter. But St.
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. (This week we have two girls because of the snow storm — no boys events took place).

Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. (This week we have two girls because of the snow storm — no boys events took place).

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NCJ Athletes of the Week for the week of Jan. 17, 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. (This week we have two girls because of the snow storm — no boys events took place).   Athletes of the Week are brought to you by this fine sponsor.
Lylla Sabata gets ready to check in on Thursday in Fullerton's win over Palmer. NCJ photo by Cathy Cook

Lylla Sabata gets ready to check in on Thursday in Fullerton's win over Palmer. NCJ photo by Cathy Cook

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Warriors tame Tigers in 35-point win

Rick Holtz
Friday, January 12, 2024
FULLERTON — The Warriors offense may have been stuck in the snow for the first 2:44 on Thursday, but once they thawed out they were nearly unstoppable.
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 the week of Jan. 10, 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
  Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. Athletes of the Week are brought to you by this fine sponsor.
Warrior rally falls short against Huskies

Warrior rally falls short against Huskies

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Warrior rally falls short against Huskies

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
HENDERSON — It was a game of streaks. Fullerton’s fourth quarter rally fell just short on Friday, falling 26-24 to Heartland. The Warriors held the Huskies scoreless for the entire second quarter, but could not hold on to their lead. Heartland responded to open the second half with a 10-0 run.
Jerrod Lane finished finished second at 285 pounds on Saturday at the Summerland Bobcats Invite. NCJ photos by Melissa Aaberg

Jerrod Lane finished finished second at 285 pounds on Saturday at the Summerland Bobcats Invite. NCJ photos by Melissa Aaberg

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Warriors finish 5th at Summerland Invitational

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
EWING — The Warrior wrestling team finished fifth out of 15 teams on Saturday at the Summerland Bobcats Invite in Ewing. Fullerton finished with 93 points. Ravenna took home the team title with 177 points. Wisner-Pilger (136 points) finished second. Summerland (110 points) finished third.