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Braxtin Fowler finished fourth at 126 pounds. NCJ photo by Travis Lane

Braxtin Fowler finished fourth at 126 pounds. NCJ photo by Travis Lane

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Titans wrestle at Crossroads Conference Invite

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
BRAINARD — Twin River traveled to East Butler on Thursday for the Crossroads Conference Invite.Twin River finished 10th at the conference invite. Shelby-Rising City finished first with 116 points. Cross County/Osceola finished second with 108.5 point.Cade Kunkel finished second at 106 pounds.
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

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Second quarter drought dooms Warriors

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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.

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Wrestling season ends at girls’ district

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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.

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NCJ Athletes of the Week for Feb. 5, 2025

News Staff
Wednesday, February 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

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No. 5 Warriors too much for Bulldogs

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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

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Warriors top Eagles at home

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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.

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Warrior girls compete in Albion at Boone Central

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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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Fowler

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Titans win duals, compete at invite

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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

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Titans get revenge at CRC Tourney

News Staff
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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.

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Bowling, Wrestling, Swimming & Diving on Nebraska Public Media

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
LINCOLN — This February, Nebraska Public Media brings viewers the live action of NSAA State High School Bowling, Wrestling, and Swimming and Diving Championships.Nebraska’s top high school boys’ and girls’ bowlers will compete for state championship medals starting at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb.