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Twin River returns an experienced core of players for the 2026 campaign. The Titans open the season on Thursday at Timmerman Park in West Point. NCJ photo by Jen Johnson

Twin River returns an experienced core of players for the 2026 campaign. The Titans open the season on Thursday at Timmerman Park in West Point. NCJ photo by Jen Johnson

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Experienced Titans have win-now mentality

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
GENOA — After three straight seasons as district runners-up, the Titans are tired of being on the outside looking in for the elusive trip to Hastings.It’s been 10 years since Twin River earned a trip to State. This year’s squad has the experience needed to punch their tickets to get back to State.
This year’s squad consists of head coach Shawn Ostransky, Aubrey Thies, Lylla Sabata, Harper Pickrel, Melinda Reimer, and Sarah Bentz. Photo provided

This year’s squad consists of head coach Shawn Ostransky, Aubrey Thies, Lylla Sabata, Harper Pickrel, Melinda Reimer, and Sarah Bentz. Photo provided

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Youthful Warriors ready for golf season

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
FULLERTON — They may be young, but the Warriors have big plans this season.This year’s squad is a blend of returning players — senior Lylla Sabata and sophomores Melinda Reimer andAubrey Thies — along with two freshmen, Sarah Bentz and Harper Pickrel.
Braxtin Fowler (left) and Cade Kunkel were joined by Twin River coach Kalin Koch at the 2026 AAU Scholastic Duals in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Photo provided

Braxtin Fowler (left) and Cade Kunkel were joined by Twin River coach Kalin Koch at the 2026 AAU Scholastic Duals in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Photo provided

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Titan duo earn medals at AAU Duals

Ncj Staff Report
Saturday, June 27, 2026
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A pair of Twin River wrestlers are coming home with some hardware.Cade Kunkel and Braxtin Fowler joined the Nebraska Lakers to go 8-3 overall and take second place in the silver division, finishing 10th overall out of 35 teams in the developmental division.
Kiptyn Hamik, Zach Held, Kane Wetovick and Tate Wood join Colsten Rodriguez to make up the NCJ All-Area First Team. NCJ file photos

Kiptyn Hamik, Zach Held, Kane Wetovick and Tate Wood join Colsten Rodriguez to make up the NCJ All-Area First Team. NCJ file photos

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NCJ announces boys 2025-2026 All-Area teams

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
There are a lot of talented athletes in Nance County.Each week throughout the school year we chose two athletes (and sometimes more) and recognized them for their achievements that previous week. Sometimes the choices were obvious — breaking a school record or winning a state title.
Adalyn Bishop, Tricia Kunkee, Maya Ramaekers and JLee Van Driel join Georgia Bridger to make up the NCJ All-Area First Team. NCJ file photos

Adalyn Bishop, Tricia Kunkee, Maya Ramaekers and JLee Van Driel join Georgia Bridger to make up the NCJ All-Area First Team. NCJ file photos

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DOMINANT PERFORMERS

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
There are a lot of talented athletes in Nance County.Each week throughout the school year we chose two athletes (and sometimes more) and recognized them for their achievements that previous week. Sometimes the choices were obvious — breaking a school record or winning a state title.
Fullerton’s Georgia Bridger and Twin River’s Colsten Rodriguez led by example on the field and court this year and have been named the NCJ Athletes of the Year. NCJ file photos

Fullerton’s Georgia Bridger and Twin River’s Colsten Rodriguez led by example on the field and court this year and have been named the NCJ Athletes of the Year. NCJ file photos

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TOP OF THEIR GAMES

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
It’s not always the athlete who puts up the most impressive stat line who makes the biggest impact on a team.Sometimes the impact an athlete makes does not show up in the box score.
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. The sports season has come to a close and we selected one final honoree.

Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. The sports season has come to a close and we selected one final honoree.

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NCJ Athletes of the Week for June 3, 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Each week during the school year, the Nance County Journal will select a male and female Athlete of the Week. The sports season has come to a close and we selected one final honoree. Athletes of the Week are brought to you by this fine sponsor.