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Fullerton senior Aidan Bittner was living in the Nebraska Christian backfield on Friday, rushing the quarterback into early passes. NCJ photos by Calvin Holtz

Fullerton senior Aidan Bittner was living in the Nebraska Christian backfield on Friday, rushing the quarterback into early passes. NCJ photos by Calvin Holtz

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Warrior defense leads to win

Rick Holtz
Saturday, October 5, 2024
FULLERTON — The old saying goes, defense wins championships.That may or may not be true, but Fullerton’s defense did win Friday’s game against Nebraska Christian. The Warriors improved to 5-1 thanks to a 36-27 win over the Eagles (1-5).
Fullerton's attack came from a number of players on Thursday. Riley Thomas finished with 2 kills. Jaci Maxfield finished with 3 kills. Ella Pickrel had 3 kills. Lainie Ziemba had a game-high 8 kills. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

Fullerton's attack came from a number of players on Thursday. Riley Thomas finished with 2 kills. Jaci Maxfield finished with 3 kills. Ella Pickrel had 3 kills. Lainie Ziemba had a game-high 8 kills. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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Warrior hits keep coming

Rick Holtz
Saturday, October 5, 2024
FULLERTON — The hits just kept coming.Fullerton improved to 10-8 on the year with a three-set sweep of McCool Junction on Thursday. The Warriors defeated the Mustangs 25-6, 25-14, 25-11.“That was big,” Fullerton senior Jaci Maxfield said. “We need to keep doing that.
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 Oct. 2, 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 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. Tate WoodTate Wood finished 13th at the Ord Invite with a time of 18:52.
Jacob Maxfield finished 31st with a time of 21:12. Emilyn Kurz finished 26th with a time of 27:55, Tate Wood finished 13th with a time of 18:52. Makayla Robinson finished 6th with a time of 22:49. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

Jacob Maxfield finished 31st with a time of 21:12. Emilyn Kurz finished 26th with a time of 27:55, Tate Wood finished 13th with a time of 18:52. Makayla Robinson finished 6th with a time of 22:49. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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Warriors hitting their stride

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
ORD — Fullerton’s runners are just hitting their stride.The Warriors traveled to Ord on Friday for the Ord Invite. The girls team finished 3rd, while the boys team finished 5th.Morgan Supik finished 4th over all with a time of 22:12.
NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

NCJ photo by Melissa Aaberg

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No. 5 Jaguars hand Warriors first loss

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
FULLERTON — Few teams complete a season without a blemish on their record.The Warriors were handed their first loss of the season, falling in a battle of unbeaten teams. No. 5 Howells-Dodge defeated Fullerton 46-8.The Warriors were limited to 97 yards of total offense.
Tricia Kunkee led the Titan attack with 15 kills. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Tricia Kunkee led the Titan attack with 15 kills. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titan volleyball falls to Dragons at home

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
GENOA — The Titans will have a chance at revenge on Thursday.Twin River (4-12) will take on Madison for the second time in a week when they play host to the Dragons and Central City in a triangular on Thursday.
Braedyn Ramaekers caught 5 passes for 45 yards. NCJ photo by Calvin Holtz

Braedyn Ramaekers caught 5 passes for 45 yards. NCJ photo by Calvin Holtz

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Titans see long drives, but few points

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
DAVID CITY — David City had Twin River well scouted going into their district matchup on Friday.The Scouts defeated the Titans 56-6 to stay unbeaten on the year.
Georgia Bridger finished with 18 assists against Chambers / Wheeler Central and added 21 assists against Stuart. NCJ photo by Cathy Cook

Georgia Bridger finished with 18 assists against Chambers / Wheeler Central and added 21 assists against Stuart. NCJ photo by Cathy Cook

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Warriors play well, settle for split

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
BARTLETT — The Warriors played well but had to settle for a split last week in a triangular with Chambers / Wheeler Central and Class D-2 No. 8 Stuart.Fullerton defeated Chambers / Wheeler Central 25-18, 25-13.Laine Ziemba led the way with 7 kills, 4 digs, 3 assists, 2 aces and 1 block.
Van Driel

Van Driel

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Titans go 2-1 last week

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
GENOA — The Class C No. 6 Titans went 2-1 last week, picking up a pair of wins over Pierce on Tuesday, while falling to St. Paul on the road on Thursday.Twin River earned a 9-1 win and a 16-5 win over Pierce to complete the sweep.In the first game, the Titans jumped out to a quick 4-0 lead.
Stenzel

Stenzel

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Titans run at Tom Dickey Invite in Albion

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
ALBION — Twin River traveled to Albion on Friday to run in the Tom Dickey Invite.The Titans finished 7th with a team score of 131. St. Paul won the event with a score of 66.Micah Stenze l f inished 15th for the Titans with a time of 20:26. Caleb Rood finished 16th with a time of 20:28.