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Coming into the new season there were holes from last year’s lineup to fill for the Bison. Guys like Truman Ryan (15) and Colter Lueders (12) were expected to play much larger roles this season. Both have already been key contributors for the Bison in a pair of wins.

No, not those wise men, but when it comes to wrestling you would be hard pressed to find a more dedicated group. Last Friday the program honored Terry Elge, who has coached at the school since the wrestling program was founded in 1998. He was joined by long-time assistant Scott Griepenstroh and new head coach Greg Smith for a photo. The Eagles are off an running in the new season. (Photo by Mindi Green)

This past week we were able to attend some preseason competitions to get a look at some Bison and Eagle teams. This coming week will give us the opportunity to further see these teams along with Storm teams. Monday night inside the Bison Activity Dome it was the Bison and the Eagles squaring off in the annual Hall of Fame Game. Left to right from top left: Emma Steinke (3) boxes out Gracie Hackel. Reagan Fousek glides through the air in the matchup that was ultimately won by the Eagles. On the boys side it was an exciting contest featuring Ayden Zikmund (3) and Micah Perdew (23) as the Bison took the victory. In wrestleoff action Tristan Burbach preps for another big year while guys like Harley Senkbile also secured a varsity roster spot.

The Central City Bison are set to embark on the 2023/24 boys’ basketball season, following an impressive 24-4 record last year and a state tournament appearance. This season, the Bison, coached by BJ Blase in his 7th year, face the challenge of filling large shoes left by departing players, while building on the success of one of the best seasons in school history.

The Central City Lady Bison basketball team, under the seasoned guidance of 18-year head coach Dan Negus, gears up for a promising 2023/24 season with a blend of experienced seniors and eager underclassmen ready to make their mark on the court.