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Legion baseball teams stay hot with weekend of success

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The past week was a triumphant one for Central City American Legion Post #6 Juniors and Seniors baseball teams, culminating in an impressive display against Aurora on Sunday. As the undefeated Pinnacle Bank Juniors gear up for the annual Tom McMahon Memorial Tournament this weekend, the teams reflect on their recent successes and look ahead with determination and enthusiasm.

Youth baseball season heats up with local showdowns as end of the 2024 season draws near

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On a seasonally cool Wednesday evening, the ball fields of Central City were alive with the crack of bats and the cheers of determined young athletes. It was a night of epic battles and heroic efforts, as the six Central City youth baseball teams faced off in a series of games that would be remembered for their intensity and dramatic finishes.
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Sports Photo of the Year

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This year on social media we asked our community to show us their favorite photo from the 2023/24 sports season. From there we held a final round of voting and when the dust settled it was this photo that received the most likes. Hunter Thornton (14) celebrates a pick-6 while teammate Colter Lueders looks on. (R-N Photo by Ryan Dettman)

Legion teams battle tough, but fall to Mother Nature to put a damper on the week

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The Central City Post 6 baseball teams faced a mixed bag of results in their recent games, with the Seniors and Juniors showing their competitive spirits on the diamond. As we dive into the past week’s performances, we’ll highlight the key plays and standout athletes who have defined the latest chapter of their season.
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Stampede brings home more hardware including district crown

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The Cornerstone Stampede teams brought excitement and pride to Central City this past weekend with their remarkable performances in tournament play. The 12U team clinched the Nebraska USA Softball District 5 Championship, while the 18U team fought their way to the runner-up position at the competitive Class B Diamond Classic.