The New Year kicks off with a fresh round of the Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Week Poll, covering the period from Dec. 23 to Jan. 4. This time, ten athletes from northeastern South Dakota are in the spotlight, showcasing their skills in boys and girls basketball, wrestling,
In Washington state, two big issues are making waves. One is about parents' rights in schools. The other is about transgender athletes in girls' sports. Both topics have people talking and taking sides. A group called Let's Go Washington gathered a lot of signatures to push these issues forward. Th
Amanda Serrano proved she's still a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world. She kept her WBA and WBO featherweight titles by beating Reina Tellez in a 10-round fight. The scores were close, but Serrano was clearly the better boxer. She showed her skill and experience from the very start. Tell
Denver's sports scene is off to a bumpy start in 2026. The Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets are both dealing with injuries to key players, which could impact their seasons. The Avalanche have placed goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood on injured reserve with a lower body injury. Blackwood had been
Cycling up a steep mountain trail is no joke. The air gets thinner, and the body screams for more oxygen. But what if a simple kitchen ingredient could help cyclists go further and faster? Recent research explored this idea by mixing tiny baking soda tablets into a carb-rich gel. The results? Cyclis
In 2025, sports fans witnessed a whirlwind of events that left many questioning what they thought they knew. Nico Harrison became a polarizing figure, loved and hated in equal measure, reshaping the landscape of U. S. sports. The year also saw the rise of new stars and the fall of old giants, with t
2025 was a year packed with unforgettable sports moments. From heartbreaking losses to historic wins, the year had it all. One of the biggest stories was the NCAA settlement that changed college sports forever. The House settlement allowed schools to pay athletes directly, creating a huge gap betwee
In 2025, McHenry County sports fans had plenty to cheer about. Quinn Priester, a local baseball star, made waves in the MLB. After being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers, he had an incredible season. His strong performances helped the team win their division. It was a big deal because he grew up root
Mikaela Shiffrin continues to dominate the slopes, proving her mettle once again. In a thrilling turn of events, she clawed her way back from fourth place to secure her sixth consecutive World Cup slalom win. This victory, achieved in Semmering, Austria, marks her 106th career World Cup win. The cou
The year 2025 is wrapping up, and with it comes an exciting opportunity for sports fans to have their say. A poll is open to determine the Watertown Public Opinion-Aberdeen News Athlete of the Year. Twelve athletes from northeastern South Dakota are in the running, evenly split between boys and girl
