Sports

In an unfortunate turn of events Mother Nature once again robbed the home crowd at Kernel Field from watching the American Legion Post #6 teams take the field this past week.

This past week, Central City High School graduate and football standout was in for a treat as he joined some of the best football players in the state of Nebraska for the annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl. The event offered a week of preparation and inspiration while learning the meaning behind the game.

at The 2023 NSAA State Track and Field Championships saw an electrifying display of grit, determination, and sportsmanship at Burke High School over the weekend.

Juniors kick off season with 16-1 victory

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The 2023 NSAA State Track and Field Championships brought out the best athletes from each corner of the state for four big days of track and field action. Among them were plenty of local athletes who impressed along the way as they stood out from the background of quality competition.

On Tuesday night the unthinkable happened for the Central City/ Fullerton/Centura Kernels. With a 7-2 lead the team needed just two outs to keep their season alive in an elimination game at the NSAA State Baseball Championships against Wayne.

This week will be a busy one for multiple local athletes at the state level. The Nebraska Christian girls track team (top left) will be well represented and will be a contender for a team championship Friday and Saturday at Omaha Burke for state track and field.