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It was 276 long days ago that the Sidney Red Raider football team played in its first playoff game in the last 21 years. Finishing the 2013 regular season with a solid 6-3 record, Sidney drew state powerhouse Gretna in the first round of the playoffs and took them to the edge, losing 24-17 in the final seconds. Making the playoffs last season for the first time in over two decades was a tremendous step for the program. This season it's ready to take a bigger leap. "I think playing Gretna as...
Sophomore wide receiver Alex Linneman explodes off the line with a simulated offense at Monday's practice. Linneman will be a key contributor on offense this season as a starter.... Full story
Members of the Buffalo Point men's softball team pose for a team photo following their championship win Thursday night at the community center fields. They defeated Runza in the semi-final game and then won two straight games against Rod's Welding to capture the tournament championship. They dropped Runza 17-12 and then beat Rod's Welding by scores of 20-11 and 8-4.... Full story
The Community Center recognized three outstanding softball fans Thursday night. Left to Right: Judy Rosenbaum, Joan Loghry and Shirley Swanstrom received Most Outstanding Spectator awards. Each of them have attended every softball season and tournament game for both the men's and coed leagues for the last several years.... Full story
Rowdy Zett comes home to score in the first inning of the first game against Rod's Welding Thursday night. Buffalo Point swung hot bats the entire night but took advantage of several miscues by the Rod's Welding defense.... Full story
By now almost everyone everywhere has heard about the toe-curling injury Indiana Pacers forward Paul George suffered last week at a USA basketball exhibition in Las Vegas. In the aftermath of Paul snapping the tibia and fibula in his right leg, much debate has surfaced around the sports world. Should pro basketball players be allowed to compete in international sporting events, specifically under the banner of FIBA and the International Olympic Committee? Is it a problem that the players are playing for free outside of their league? Is it a pro...
Updated Men's Bracket Runza vs. Buffalo Point - Thursday, 6:15 pm on Field 1 Rod's Welding vs. Winner of Runza/Buffalo Point - Thursday, 7:15 pm on Field 1 Men's Championship Game Thursday, 8:15 pm on Field 1 - Runza and Buffalo Point each with one loss. Rod's Welding undefeated.... Full story
Jordan Namuth of Rod's Welding sees a pitch he likes in his team's first round game against Points West/Shirt Tales Monday night at the Community Center Fields. Points West/Shirt Tales to the Loser's Bracket. Men's Tournament Bracket Winner's Bracket Buffalo Point vs. Rod's Welding - Tuesday, 6:15 pm on Field 1 Runza vs. Peetz Coop - Tuesday, 6:15 pm on Field 2 Loser's Bracket (Elimination Games) Points West/Shirt Tales vs. Loser of Runza/Peetz Coop - Tuesday, 7:15 pm (Field 1) Guns N Hoses vs.... Full story
A youngster holds on tight during the mutton busting event at the Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo on Friday.... Full story
Friday's Bullriding Results 1. Josh Call (Mullen, Neb.) 81 2. Garrett Strikland (Broken Bow, Neb.) 79 3. Tey Jay Fenster (Ainsworth, Neb.) 77... Full story
Young Sidney rodeo-goers take a break from all the bull riding action to participate in the candy scramble.... Full story
A youngster successfully rides the mutton. Mutton busting provided a comical relief to the tension-packed bull riding Friday night....
Two runners finish up the last leg of Saturday morning's Dash for the Splash triathlon in Sidney, sponsored by Sidney Regional Medical Center. The race started with a 250-meter swim at the Sidney Pool, followed with an 8-mile bike ride and concluded with a 2-mile run on the scenic Deadwood Trail. All proceeds for the race were donated to the Sidney Swimming Pool Project as well as the Deadwood Trail Expansion Project.... Full story
Co-Ed Softball League Tournament Results Division 1 Champion JMB Feeders Division 2 Champion Scotties Potties The men's tournament will begin Monday night at 6:15 pm at the Cheyenne County Community Center fields.... Full story
Around here you might remember him from the ESPY award-winning play known as "The Catch," or the "Miracle at Missouri." The true freshman split back's memorable catch in the end zone saved the Nebraska Cornhuskers' undefeated championship season in 1997 on that pressure-packed night in Columbia, Mo. You might also know that he finished his distinguished career in Lincoln second all-time in school history in both receptions and receiving yards. He led the Huskers in receptions in three...
Since their inception into Major League Baseball in 1993, the Colorado Rockies have always featured one player or a pair of players who have defined the franchise. In the early to mid 90s it was Dante Bichette, who ventured to the Mile High City for the inaugural ’93 season as a 29-year-old in the prime of his career. Over his seven seasons in Colorado he totaled 201 homers and 826 RBI. After those seven seasons, his combined slash line was .310/.351/.540. Then Larry Walker and Todd Helton joined the franchise in 1995 and 1997 respectively and...
A wrangler waits for the bull riding to begin Wednesday night at the Cheyenne County Fair.... Full story
Cheyenne County Fair Rodeo Ranch Bronc Riding Results 1. Jim Gebauer 76 2. Justin Quint 69 Andy Sherfey 69 Brandon Bowers 69 3. Billy Blackstock 67 4. Wes Rosgreen 65 5. Tyrell Oliverious 60 Rodeo will begin at 7 tonight. See all the action at the Cheyenne County Fair Rodeo!... Full story
Tiffany and Brady Sweetser capped off their swim season with a bang, taking home a combined eight medals at their final meet of the summer, the Cornhusker State Games in Lincoln. Swimming in the 15 to 18 age group, Brady Sweetser captured four gold medals-the 50-meter breaststroke, 50-meter butterfly, 50-meter freestyle and the 100-meter I.M. A swimmer with a team-first attitude, he had many people to credit for his fantastic season. "I wouldn't want to talk about myself," Brady Sweetser said....
On his horse, Jazz, 10-year-old Seth Glass chases down the steer in Monday's Working Ranch competition.... Full story
First place winner Seth Glass (right) and second place winner Taylyn Bauer (left) pose after the Working Ranch event.... Full story
I just completed my first summer—or three weeks I should say—covering Sidney Post 17 legion baseball and I have to say it was a blast. Despite an unfortunately early exit from the district tournaments for both the junior and senior teams, getting to know the players, coaches, parents and everyone behind the program was a gratifying experience for me. I would like to take a moment to congratulate the players and coaches on fine seasons. I would also like to thank everyone involved with the program for welcoming me so warmly into the com...
Freshman Alex Linneman lines up for a play at practice Thursday morning.... Full story
Trailing Ogallala 8-4, the Sidney Post 17 senior team mounted a furious four-run rally in the bottom of the sixth inning to tie the game, but fell behind again in the seventh and couldn't conjure up any more magic, as it lost 10-8 to Ogallala on Monday night at Bower Field in Alliance. The Sidney seniors are now eliminated from the district tournament. Sidney totaled 10 hits on the way to its eight runs, but also stranded 10 runners on base over the course of the game. It was a difficult loss to...
