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The Central City High School softball team celebrated an exhilarating victory against the Malcolm Clippers last Saturday, winning the C-2 District Championship. The win has fast-tracked the Bison to the NSAA State Softball Tournament scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday in Hastings.

A chilly Friday night set the stage for a fierce battle between the Central City Bison and the Pierce Bluejays. Despite a valiant effort from the Bison, a late-game fumble turned the tides and allowed Pierce to secure a 48-35 victory.

Central City’s Bison team faced a tough setback in their opening match of the Lou-Platte Conference Volleyball Tournament, succumbing to Doniphan- Trumbull’s Cardinals with a score of 3-1. The defeat might have been stinging, but the Bison are not out of the game just yet.

In a closely contested match, the Nebraska Christian Eagles faced off against the Sutton Mustangs in a Friday night non-conference game. Despite a spirited effort, the Eagles couldn’t muster enough to overpower the Mustangs, eventually losing 44-35.

The Goldenrod Conference Cross Country Meet, held on October 5th, 2023, was not just another athletic event.

The Central City volleyball team has undoubtedly hit their stride, securing three consecutive victories, including sweeps over Madison and Twin River last Thursday. The pinnacle of this impressive run was a commanding three-set win against the Arcadia/Loup City Rebels on Senior Night.

In a night of thrilling football in the eyes of Bison fans, Central City High celebrated an overwhelming homecoming victory, thrashing Fairbury 62-6. The Bison began the first quarter in high gear, with Corbin Kyes leading the way with a 53-yard touchdown run.

The Bison softball team has been nearly unstoppable lately, adding yet another feather to their cap by clinching their third consecutive Lou-Platte Conference Championship.

The Nebraska Christian Lady Eagles continue to exhibit dominance on the volleyball court, amassing a remarkable 17-6 season record. Their latest victory came against the Fullerton Warriors in a non-conference match, where they triumphed with a clear 3-0 set sweep.

Last Friday evening, Nebraska Christian’s Eagles faced off against the formidable Ravenna Bluejays who are yet to be defeated this season. Despite a gallant effort, the Eagles fell short, with the undefeated Ravenna securing a 56-24 victory.