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Rocky start for SW volleyball
Thursday, September 8, 2022 4:03 pm
Facing ranked opponents and larger schools, the South Winn volleyball team (0-6, 0-0 UIC) is working to finish the close games in the their favor after falling to Crestwood Thursday and a trio of teams at Saturday’s tournament at New Hampton.
Viking harriers showcase talent at Dick Pollitt Classic
Thursday, September 8, 2022 4:00 pm
Taking on some of the best teams in the area, the Decorah girls’ and boys’ cross country teams competed in the annual Dick Pollitt Go-Hawk Classic Tuesday in Waverly. The Viking boys came out on top of the standings.
“We showed improvement from last week. If we can become more disciplined in our approach we will continue to get faster,” said the boys’ coach Brad Johansen.
The Classic utilizes a different scoring method than other meets. Each high school squad is divided into grades. Harriers competed against runners only at their age level. To form an overall team score, the squad’s top-five runners, with no more than two representatives for each grade level, are combined. Individual grade level races are scored by each team’s top-three runners.
Warrior girls race at front of pack
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:57 pm
Last Thursday, the South Winn and Turkey Valley cross country teams competed at Charles City. The meet was run as a junior/senior race and a freshmen/sophomore event. No team scores were kept.
Five veterans set to lead Trojans
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:55 pm
There may be a new coach on the bench, but the Turkey Valley volleyball team will have familiar faces on the court in 2022, despite graduating several key pieces to the squad.
Putting the team together for her first season is Shelbie Balk, who will likely rely on the five veteran players on the court.
28 swimmers making a splash for DHS swim team
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:54 pm
It will be a close-knit bunch that jumps into the pool this season for the Decorah girls’ swim and dive team.
With 28 athletes anxious to make a splash at the state meet, the Viking swim team could go far this year.
Leading the way are Co-Head Coaches Loren Storts and Maddy Putnam. They take over for Allie Bachelder and Molly Holkesvik.
Decorah girls look to rise back to top
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:53 pm
After missing out on a trip to state last season, the Decorah girls’ cross country team will likely rely on a mix of veterans and young athletes to get back in the hunt for a state title.
Pushing the girls toward the finish line is Cristy Nimrod for her 21st season, along with assistant coaches Jeff Wettach and Sarah Nowack.
Three harriers with state experience back for Vikings
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:52 pm
A strong core of athletes combined with young talent may have what it takes to make some noise on the course for the Decorah boys’ cross country team.
With three athletes back who ran at Fort Dodge last fall, the Vikings will boast experience on the big stage. However, more up-and-comers are needed to push the team onto the deck.
Leading the Vikings for his seventh year is Head Coach Brad Johansen. He will be assisted by Tim Hayes.
Solid start for Viking harriers at Oelwein
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:49 pm
The Decorah boys’ cross country team showcased a fine performance Tuesday in the opening race of the season.
The Viking men placed second at the annual Oelwein Invite, scoring 88 points. Oelwein took the title with 49.
The Decorah girls placed eighth with 171 points with a young team.
Decorah swimmers sink Waterloo, Dubuque Senior
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:36 pm
Returning to the water in a double dual Tuesday, the Decorah girls’ swim and dive team defeated Waterloo, 110 to 75, and Dubuque Senior, 101 to 81, in Waterloo.
“We are pleased with how the team performed last night. Three meets in five days — with a lot of the girls racing in a combined 12 races — had us swimming with some tired arms. We competed hard and showed a lot of determination by winning several races in the final yards. Girls are stepping up by swimming new events, helping in relays when needed, and overall showing a strong desire to put in the work,” said Coach Loran Storts.
Trojans start season at New Hampton
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:33 pm
There were highs and lows for the Turkey Valley volleyball team (1-1) Tuesday as it started with a triangular with New Hampton and MFL MarMac.
Playing in New Hampton, the Trojans started the night in a battle with the Bulldogs (0-2), coming out on top 2-1 with set scores of 25-20, 18-25 and 15-12.
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