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After competing in O’Neill this past Saturday for their Nebraska USA District meet, where Central City Junior Wrestling finished in eighth place out of 49 teams, the club will set their sites on their home meet. The following weekend will bring the Nebraska USA State Tournament where 21 state qualifiers will compete. Those include, Front row left to right: Hadley Samway, Carter Boelts, Moxon Wurtz, Rhett Brondel, Cooper Dettman and Easton Burdick. Middle: Camrie Brondel, Lylah Fothergill, William Brondel, Ace Schweitzer and Colton Boroff. Back: Maci Peters, Preston Burbach, Bow Brandenburg, Trig Brandes and Bentley Garfield. Not pictured: Kalauni Manadik, Emma Harris, Addie Burbach, Keleigh Gonzalez and Jacob Gonzalez.

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In the big city of Omaha, the CHI Health Center turned into a battleground for Nebraska’s finest high school wrestlers this past weekend, setting the stage for the 2024 NSAA State Wrestling Championships. Among the contenders, the Central City Bison stepped onto the mat with determination, aiming to etch their names into the annals of wrestling glory.

The 2024 NSAA State Wrestling Championships, held at the CHI Health Center, became a stage for both triumph and heartache for the High Plains Community Storm wrestling team. Amidst the fierce competition, the Storm wrestlers showcased their skill, determination, and spirit, culminating in a series of performances that will be remembered for years to come.

At the 2024 NSAA State Wrestling Championships, a solitary figure represented Nebraska Christian with distinction, marking a significant milestone in the school’s wrestling history. Zach Huenefeld, competing in the 165-pound division, not only showcased his formidable wrestling skills but also embodied the spirit of perseverance and excellence that defines Nebraska Christian’s athletic ethos. Under the guidance of Coach Greg Smith and Carl Mundt, Huenefeld’s journey through the tournament was a narrative of resilience, skill, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.

The High Plains Storm girls’ basketball team, in a thrilling display of teamwork and resilience, emerged victorious in their sub-district final against Nebraska Lutheran with a score of 50-42. This pivotal win propels them into the D2-5 District Final, inching closer to making their debut at the state championships, a first for High Plains Community.

Central City Class C - Tristan Burbach 1st place 144 lbs, Bryce Kunz 2nd place 157 lbs. High Plains Community Class D - Lance Russell 2nd place 126 lbs, Wyatt Urkoski 2nd place 175 lbs, Gage Friesen 3rd place 144 lbs, Hudson Urkoski 5th place 120 lbs. Nebraska Christian Class D - Zach Huenefeld 4th place 165 lbs.