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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.
Dugger pounds out 500th career kill
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:32 pm
For the second year in a row, the Decorah volleyball team (8-0) survived five sets to defeat Saint Ansgar (2-2) Tuesday night by a 3-2 advantage. Set scores for the night were 25-18, 22-25, 25-27, 25-23 and 15-9.
“Wow…this match was a great learning experience for us. We won the first set and then lost the next two only to fight back and win the last two,” said Coach Gina Holthaus. “We made some good adjustments, but we all know there are things we still need to do better.”
Viking spikers deep in veteran experience
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:31 pm
The Decorah volleyball team should be loaded this fall and the preseason ranking agrees.
Ranked No. 9 in Class 4A to open the season are six returning letter winners and a host of athletes who are eager and willing to step up. Now it’s just a matter of putting it together as the season gets in full swing.
In her eighth year as head coach, Gina Holthaus will be assisted by Jackie Reckward, Dawn Watson and Katie Woodhouse.
Small, but talented squads at TV
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:30 pm
The numbers aren’t where sixth-year coach Sarah Bakula would like to see them, but she is excited about the quality of athletes set to race this season on the Turkey Valley cross country teams.
“We are a small squad, so everyone will have a role to play in the success of the team,” said the coach. “I hope to keep the fun alive and help everyone enjoy the season in its entirety.”
Cadets foil Decorah football season opener
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:29 pm
Doing battle with Crestwood, the Decorah football team (0-1) had its hands full Friday night, falling to the Cadets. 26-14, at home.
Warrior spikers open season with triangular
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:28 pm
The South Winn volleyball team (0-2) opened the season on the road at the Hudson Triangular on Thursday taking both Hudson and No. 5 preseason-ranked Dunkerton.
The Warriors played a tight set of volleyball to open up falling just short 25-23 to Hudson, before dropping set two 25-15.
Swimmers kick off season with strong night
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:27 pm
The Decorah girls’ swim and dive season kicked off Thursday night at home versus Mason City.
With a large team, the Vikings put up a good effort against the Mohawks but fell 104 to 82.
TigerHawks tame Warriors 35-6
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:26 pm
Mental mistakes were too much for the South Winn football team to overcome on the opening night of the season Friday as the Warriors (0-1) fell to North Fayette Valley (1-0) in West Union 35-6.
“We knew coming in that this was going to be a tough challenge for our young football team. NFV has an outstanding group of seniors and were just on another level,” said Coach Jason Ohrt. “I was proud of how our kids played physically on offense in particular. We moved the ball well and had some nice drives, but we struggled to defend NFV’s team speed. Lukas Weiss played a great game defensively, while Parker Timp and Keagen Streeter both ran very tough on offense.”
Viking netters remain undefeated in first week
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:25 pm
It was a total of seven matches and seven wins for the Decorah volleyball team (7-0) in the opening week of contests last week. After defeating Prairie du Chien Tuesday, the Vikes easily handled North Fayette Valley Thursday and reigned over the Charles City tournament Saturday.
Trojans roll over Vikings, 46-26, in season opener
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:23 pm
Solid scoring in the middle portion of Friday’s contest at Ed-Co (0-1) led to a convincing 46-26 win for the Turkey Valley football team (1-0) to open the season.
Looking to gain experience; Vikings return eight letter winners
Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:22 pm
With a lower number of athletes on the gridiron than past years, the Decorah football team will once again look to experience as the key to success in 2022.
A new quarterback and a rookie offense in the skilled positions, the Vikings will be a little green when they take the field for the first time. However, with eight letter winners scattered throughout the line-up, the season looks bright.
Overseeing a team hungry to reach the Dome is Head Coach Pat Trewin, who is entering his fifth season as the skipper, his 31st with the football program. He will be assisted by Michael Tangen, Matt Kuempel, Brian Waskow, Jesse Halweg, Scott Pierce, Steve Nesteby, Jared Bucksa and Montana Bohr.