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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.
LEFT: Katie Preister finished with 8 points, 4 rebounds and 2 steals off the bench for Twin River. RIGHT: Fullerton’s Ella Pickrel looks to make a post move around Twin River Clara Preister.NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Katie Preister finished with 8 points, 4 rebounds and 2 steals off the bench for Twin River. RIGHT: Fullerton’s Ella Pickrel looks to make a post move around Twin River Clara Preister.NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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Titans beat Warriors 45-24, first win in five matchups

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
FULLERTON — There are certain games that teams circle on their calendars. Games against conference and district opponents always carry added weight. Rivalry games also matter a little more.Twin River coach Matthew Quick said that his team’s 45-24 win over Fullerton was a statement win.
Braxtin Fowler defeated Riverside’s Christopher Allen in a 10-0 major decision. He finished third at 120 pounds. NCJ photos by Melissa Aaberg

Braxtin Fowler defeated Riverside’s Christopher Allen in a 10-0 major decision. He finished third at 120 pounds. NCJ photos by Melissa Aaberg

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Titans, Warriors shine at Elgin Invite

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
ELGIN — Fullerton and Twin River traveled to Elgin on Saturday for the Elgin/Pope John Invite.Plainview (along with their team of 17 wrestlers) took home the team title, edging Central Valley 177 points to 132 points. Fullerton finished sixth overall with 71.5 points.

Celebrate 2025 with First Day Hikes

Ncj Staff Report
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Start the new year by getting outdoors and participating in First Day Hikes at Nebraska’s state parks Jan. 1.These annual guided hikes give you the chance to explore trails, snap photos, watch wildlife and participate in any planned activities.

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Warriors compete at Elgin Invite

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
ELGIN — Fullerton traveled to Elgin on Friday for the Elgin/Pope John Invite.Taylor Cook and Delylla Olson competed for the Warriors.Fullerton’s girls wrestling team is off until Jan. 9, 2025, when they travel to Columbus for the Norm Manstedt Invitational. The multi-day event hosted by High Plains.
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 Dec. 18, 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, December 18, 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 Corbin RodriguezCorbin Rodriguez finished with a career-high 22 points on 8-of-16 shooting.
LEFT: Adalyn Bishop scored 2 points and grabbed 5 rebounds coming off the bench for the Titans. MIDDLE LEFT: JLee Van Driel finished with a game-high 16 points. MIDDLE RIGHT: Mya Ramaekers had 11 rebounds and 10 points in the win. RIGHT: Clara Preister was a force in the middle, finishing with 10 rebounds. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Adalyn Bishop scored 2 points and grabbed 5 rebounds coming off the bench for the Titans. MIDDLE LEFT: JLee Van Driel finished with a game-high 16 points. MIDDLE RIGHT: Mya Ramaekers had 11 rebounds and 10 points in the win. RIGHT: Clara Preister was a force in the middle, finishing with 10 rebounds. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titans hold off Knight rally for win

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
GENOA — Apparently no one likes a boring blowout.Twin River (2-1) let Nebraska Lutheran hang around before pulling away in the closing minutes to win 46-38. The Knights fought back from a 17-point deficit to cut the Titan lead to 10 points with 5:38 remaining in the fourth quarter.