Twin River Titans

Twin River celebrates with coach Renae Van Driel on her reaching the 450-win milestone. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Twin River celebrates with coach Renae Van Driel on her reaching the 450-win milestone. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Titan coach wins 450th game

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
ORD — It’s a milestone that has been looming all season. On Tuesday, Twin River coach Renae Van Driel surpassed the 450-win plateau. She currently sits with a record of 450-231 in 22 seasons.The Titans cruised to an 11-0 win over Ord.
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 Oct. 1, 2025

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Wednesday, October 1, 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. Elle CromwellElle Cromwell finished with a team-high 18 digs in Twin River’s win over Madison last week.
Braxtin Fowler carried the ball 9 times for 31 yards and a touchdown on Friday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Braxtin Fowler carried the ball 9 times for 31 yards and a touchdown on Friday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titans look to regroup after loss

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
GENOA — Twin River ran into a tough David City defense on Friday and the Titans were unable to find the end zone until the fourth quarter, falling 42-16 to the Scouts.“We had a great gameplan coming in,” Twin River coach Kalin Koch said. “The kids had a good week of practice.
Madalyn Moeller finished with 10 digs and 9 kills in Twin River’s sweep of Madison. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Madalyn Moeller finished with 10 digs and 9 kills in Twin River’s sweep of Madison. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Titans cruise to road win over Madison

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
MADISON — The Titans may have turned a corner as they head into the final month of the regular season.Twin River swept Madison 25-21, 25-18, 25-14 for their third win of the season.
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Titans add 2 wins as season dwindles

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
GENOA — Twin River picked up a pair of wins last week as the Titans eye the end of the regular season.Twin River earned a 10-5 win over St. Paul on Thursday. On Tuesday, they picked up an 11-3 win over Pierce.
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Titans run at Tom Dickey Invite

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
ALBION — Twin River traveled to Albion on Friday for the Tom Dickey Invite.The Titans finished 7th overall. Elkhorn Valley edged Stanton for the team title.Micah Stenzel finished 24th overall with a time of 21:18.
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 Sept. 24, 2025

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Wednesday, September 24, 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.
LEFT: Tricia Kunkee finished with a team-high 12 kills against Fullerton. RIGHT: Riley Thomas makes the first bump for the Warriors as Lexxus Schroeder looks on. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

LEFT: Tricia Kunkee finished with a team-high 12 kills against Fullerton. RIGHT: Riley Thomas makes the first bump for the Warriors as Lexxus Schroeder looks on. NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

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COUNTY CLASH

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
SILVER CREEK — Thursday’s matchup between Fullerton and Twin River had a lot on the line.Wins have been hard to come by for both teams, so the chance to walk away with a win was important. To have that win come at the hands of a county rival, that was a bonus.
JLee Van Driel has selected where she plans to play softball at in college. She announced her verbal commitment to the University of Kansas over the weekend. NCJ file photo

JLee Van Driel has selected where she plans to play softball at in college. She announced her verbal commitment to the University of Kansas over the weekend. NCJ file photo

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Van Driel chooses Jayhawks

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
GENOA — Twin River junior JLee Van Driel will trade in her Titan pinstripes for Jayhawk blue.The Titan’s softball standout announced her verbal commitment to the University of Kansas over the weekend. Van Driel said she plans to sign with the program during the November early signing period.
Braxtin Fowler scored two second half touchdowns for the Titans. NCJ file photo

Braxtin Fowler scored two second half touchdowns for the Titans. NCJ file photo

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Big plays doom Titans

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
LEIGH — Clarkson/Leigh used big play after big play to take control of Friday’s matchup with Twin River early.The Patriots only needed one play on each of the first three drives to find the endzone.