Dakota Valley standout guard Isaac Bruns lifted the weight of a college decision off his shoulders Friday morning, announcing his commitment to the University of South Dakota ahead of his senior season.
Fifty years ago, Title IX changed the arc of women’s sports. But not immediately. And Nebraska’s tardiness cost my high school basketball team a chance at a state championship, writes Marjie Ducey.
Shepard, a 1,000-point scorer at Nebraska, has been hampered by a knee injury since being drafted to the WNBA in 2019. But she's hitting a stride this summer.
Luke Mullin has a closer look at what's happening behind-the-scenes to get the clocks installed — both on the scoreboard and in players' minds.
The Journal Star is pleased to recognize the best of the best from another exciting year in sports. Here are the winners in each category.
Notably, Lincoln Public Schools gyms will be no longer be used for any state basketball contests other than third-place games.
SECOND TEAM
“I think our bond has grown every year,” Isaac Bruns said. “I think he’s a great coach and a great guy. I’m always listening when he has something to say. I’m glad he trusted his players to make decisions by ourselves. That might have been a big reason why we did so well this season.”
NORTH SIOUX CITY — Dakota Valley High School boys basketball coach Jason Kleis knows that the next time he walks past the school trophy case, he will have a reason to stop, stare, and smile.
Letsche finished her sixth season with MMCRU, and while at the state tournament, Letsche reached the 100-win mark by beating Newell-Fonda in the semifinals.
ORANGE CITY, Iowa — Pure athleticism is a valuable trait for any high school basketball player to have.
The former Woodbury Central High School head coach announced Wednesday on social media he will hold the same position at North, taking over for David Den Herder. Matt Hahn set to take over Bishop Heelah basketball
“It brought us so much joy because of how close we were and everything we’ve gone through. We grew throughout the year. We could have given up at the beginning of the year, but we made something special out of it.”
There is plenty to unpack from the NSAA's meeting, highlighted by a seismic shift to the state baseball's scene.
The Bluejay women are the last Division I team standing in the state of Nebraska, and former high school stars from the area are enjoying the ride.
NORTH SIOUX CITY — One full day after watching his team win the South Dakota Class A state championship, Jason Kleis still hadn't managed to get much sleep.
Paul Bruns is happy to be closer to home.
The Dakota Valley High School grad announced on social media Tuesday morning that he will transfer to South Dakota to play for the Coyotes.
There will be a welcome home celebration for the Panthers on Sunday at 5 p.m., at Dakota Valley High School.
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The finish line is in sight.
Nothing comes easy.
The Dakota Valley Panthers are the No. 1 seed heading into the Class A tourney, which starts Thursday at Summit Arena at The Monument in Rapid City. This is their first time as a No. 1 seed, hoping to defend it and win their first title in school history.
SIOUX CITY — The Sergeant Bluff-Luton and Bishop Heelan high school girls basketball teams each had two girls basketball players on the All-City teams that was announced last week.
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Just before the COVID pandemic broke out, the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Global Center for Health Security received a grant from the federal CDC to strengthen infection control training, education and tools.
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DES MOINES — Bie Ruei stepped up and became an important part of the East High School boys basketball team this season.
DES MOINES — Back in December, the Rock Valley High School boys basketball team wasn’t thinking about chasing a state championship.
In the end, Dakota Valley High School girls basketball coach Tammy Lilly came away proud.
Millard North defeated Bellevue West 67-57 on Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Journal Star photos by Kenneth Ferriera.
Mason Gerleman isn’t a hugger. His dad, however, needed one badly after Friday’s 74-51 state championship loss by the Central Lyon High School basketball team to Rock Valley at Wells Fargo Arena.
LINCOLN, Neb.-- Third place isn't a bad spot to be.
The win secures No. 7 seed Dakota Valley a spot in Saturday's consolation finals against No. 8 Red Cloud, with the winner claiming fifth place at state. That game will tip off at 1:45 p.m.