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Braedyn Ramaekers scored 24 points on Friday against Dorchester and 9 points on Thursday against Hampton. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titans top Longhorns, 65-21

Rick Holtz

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

DORCHESTER — Twin River has been playing the best basketball of their season over the last couple of weeks.The Titans, winners of 6 of the last 7 games, picked up a convincing road win on Friday, topping Dorchester 65-21 to improve to 10-10 on the year.

Next stop district meet for Titans, Warriors

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Next stop district meet for Titans, Warriors

Rick Holtz

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

GRAND ISLAND — Fullerton and Twin River wrapped the regular season on Saturday at the Crusader Invitational at Grand Island Central Catholic.Fullerton finished seventh overall with 61 points. Twin River finished 14th. Scotus Central Catholic took home the team title, finishing with 213 points.

Clara Preister finished with 10 points and 9 rebounds against Hampton. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titans cruise past Hawks, fall to Longhorns

Rick Holtz

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

GENOA — It was like the Titans could do no wrong on Thursday.Twin River cruised to a 50-15 win at home over Hampton.The Ti t a n s capitalized on their pressure defense from the opening tip. As soon as the Hawks inbounded the ball, Titan defenders jumped into action.

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

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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.

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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

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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

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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.