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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Wheelchair Sports Day: High Schoolers Try Something New

Imagine swapping your regular basketball game for a wheelchair basketball match. That's exactly what happened at New Vision High. The students tried out adaptive sports with the help of ParaSport Spokane and Paralympic stars Isaiah Rigo and Chelsea McClammer. It wasn’t as easy as they thought, but t

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Football Highlights: Dassel Wins, Albany Falls

High school football fans were in for a thrilling Saturday, with two local teams facing off in the state semi-finals. Dassel-Cokato came out on top in a close game against Pequot Lakes, with a final score of 29-26. Kobee Thielen and Caleb Smock both scored two rushing touchdowns each, contributing t

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Nov 17 2024SPORTS

Rory McIlroy's Emotional Year Ends with Win in Dubai

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy, 35, wrapped up a year full of ups and downs with a bang. He clinched the World Tour Championship and his sixth European No. 1 title in Dubai. He won four times this year, including a team event with close pal Shane Lowry. But it wasn't just about the wins. McIlroy's

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Nov 17 2024BUSINESS

Why Texas Should Embrace Sports Betting

Texas is known for its strong economy, low taxes, and commitment to its residents. But when it comes to sports betting, the Lone Star State is falling behind. States like Florida and Louisiana are already making billions from legal sports betting. Texans are already betting on sports, but it's happe

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Nov 17 2024SPORTS

Week 11 NFL Showdown: Bengals vs. Chargers & 49ers vs. Seahawks Predictions

The Bengals' quarterback, Joe Burrow, seems to be back in top form. He's been throwing touchdowns like crazy and averaging over 330 passing yards in the last two games. The Bengals have been on a roll since their rough start, even though they've lost close games to strong teams like the Ravens. The

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Nov 17 2024SPORTS

Sportsmanship Moment: Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic at UFC 309

The stage is set for UFC 309, and the preparations are far from typical. Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic have been in the spotlight due to some heated words exchanged between them. Miocic didn't hold back his criticism of Jones on TV, which naturally didn't sit well with Jones. However, rather than retal

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Nov 17 2024SPORTS

Boxer's Cut, Coach's Tweet: A Look at Women's Sports Controversies

Everyone's talking about the recent women's boxing match between Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor. The fight was full of action, but it's the controversial decisions that have people buzzing. South Carolina Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley wasn't quiet about her feelings. She took to social media to expre

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Heptathlete Anna Hall Makes a Splash in SI Swimsuit Issue

Ever wondered what it's like when athletes step out of their comfort zones and into the spotlight? Well, meet Anna Hall, a heptathlete who's doing just that with her debut in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue. This isn't your average athletic feat; it's a whole new ball game—or rather, beach gam

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Baseball Union Wins Image Rights Battle Against Betting Giant

Things are heating up in the world of sports and betting. The Major League Baseball (MLB) players union recently settled a big lawsuit against FanDuel, a major sports betting platform. The dispute? FanDuel was using MLB players' names, images, and likenesses without their permission. The union claim

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Football and Hockey: A Friday Night of Thrills

Let's talk about the exciting sports action that unfolded last Friday night. In the world of high school football, two big games caught our attention. First, there was Jackson County Central against Kimball in the Class 2A semi-final. Brandon Henkemeyer, a star player from Kimball, really shined. He

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