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Makayla Robinson finished with 4 points against Heartland Lutheran. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Makayla Robinson finished with 4 points against Heartland Lutheran. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Second quarter drought dooms Warriors

FULLERTON — The second quarter was the difference-maker on Saturday.Fullerton was held scoreless during the second quarter of their 39-27 loss to Heartland Lutheran.

Wrestling season ends at girls’ district

PIERCE — Fullerton’s girls wrestlers saw their season come to an end at the NSAA Class B District 3 at Pierce.West Holt (143 points) edged Pierce (136 points) to win the district title. Crofton/Bloomfield finished third with 130.5 points.
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 Feb. 5, 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. Tucker SmithTucker Smith finished fourth at 132-pounds over the weekend at the Central Valley Invite.
LEFT:  Terrick Gonsior scored 16 points for the Warriors on Thursday and 7 points on Friday. RIGHT: Kane Wetovick scored 17 points on Thursday against Lutheran-Northeast and 24 points on Friday against Pleasanton. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Terrick Gonsior scored 16 points for the Warriors on Thursday and 7 points on Friday. RIGHT: Kane Wetovick scored 17 points on Thursday against Lutheran-Northeast and 24 points on Friday against Pleasanton. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

No. 5 Warriors too much for Bulldogs

PLEASANTON — The Warriors used a balanced offensive attack to pick up a 52-43 win on the road on Friday.Class D-2 No. 5 Fullerton (12-6) connected on 15-of-22 free throw attempts against Pleasanton.
Georgia Bridger goes up strong for 2 of her 11 points in the first half against Lutheran-Northeast. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Georgia Bridger goes up strong for 2 of her 11 points in the first half against Lutheran-Northeast. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Warriors top Eagles at home

FULLERTON — The Warriors used a balanced attack and a new defense to pick up a win at home on Thursday.Fullerton had four players score 7 or more points as they cruised to a 47-29 win over Lutheran-Northeast.

Warrior girls compete in Albion at Boone Central

ALBION — Fullerton’s girls wrestlers traveled to Albion on Saturday for the Dale Bonge Invitational at Boone Central.West Holt took home the team title with 156 points. Wayne finished second with 151 points.The girls’ district is Friday and Saturday at Pierce.
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Titans win duals, compete at invite

By Rick HoltzNCJ Co-Owner ARAPAHOE — Twin River hit the road and competed on Saturday in the Darrell Barnes Wrestling Invite at Arapahoe High School.Twin River finished 9th overall with 69.5 points. North Platte St. Patrick’s edged Southern Valley for the team title, 126.5 points. to 119 points.
Twin River got a bit of revenge last week, beating Shelby-Rising City 46-44 in the consolation round of the Crossroads Conference Tournament on Tuesday. The win avenged a 2-point loss from the second game of the season. NCJ photo by Beth Sparrow

Twin River got a bit of revenge last week, beating Shelby-Rising City 46-44 in the consolation round of the Crossroads Conference Tournament on Tuesday. The win avenged a 2-point loss from the second game of the season. NCJ photo by Beth Sparrow

Titans get revenge at CRC Tourney

Twin River got a bit of revenge last week, beat- ing Shelby-Rising City 46-44 in the consolation round of the Crossroads Conference Tournament on Tuesday. The win avenged a 2-point loss from the sec- ond game of the season.

Warriors finish 8th at Central Valley

GREELEY — The Warriors traveled to Greeley on Saturday for the Central Valley Invite.Fullerton finished 8th overall with 79 points. Aquinas Catholic edged Central Valley for the team title, finishing with 168 points to 158.5 points.