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I recently came across some sports quotes that caught my attention, and I thought it would be good to share some quotes that stood out to me. This is… Read more
Nekoosa seniors named WIAA scholar athletes
Seniors Derek Baker and Raquel Ebbe were selected to receive medals from the WIAA for the 2012 scholar athletes from Nekoosa High School. The awards will be presented at the… Read more
Young guns: Freshmen take the softball reins
There is a new gunslinger in town. Actually two. Assumption and Lincoln High School have freshmen pitchers on the mound for its softball teams — both Megan Buntrock and Allison… Read more
Honoring a legend
More than 125 people came out to honor a baseball legend in Nekoosa. George Holland was the center of attention at a banquet April 28 at the Nekoosa Senior Center… Read more
Grading the NFL draft
Oops. I admit it, I goofed last week. In my NFL Draft preview, I shared my top four NFL busts, as well as top four draft steals. However, I… Read more
NFL draft has had its share of boons, busts
By the time some of you are reading this, the National Football League Draft will have begun. In recent memory, the draft was a Saturday/Sunday event, which went well. In… Read more
Rapids speed coach puts on clinic
Central Wisconsin was represented well at the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association spring clinic in Madison on March 31. The annual spring clinic includes speakers on a variety of topics every… Read more
Runner recalls Boston Marathon’s turmoil
Running in what he called the most difficult race in his life, Wisconsin Rapids resident J.R. Siewert finished the Boston Marathon in 3:50.57, which qualifies him for next year’s event…. Read more
Runners ready for Boston Marathon
It was probably not the best time for Les Smith to have pneumonia. The Nekoosa cross country and track coach was just 11 days away from running in his first… Read more
Undefeated Raiders beat ranked Bradford
Who needs rankings? The Wisconsin Rapids Raiders broke a 2-2 tie in the top of the seventh inning and held on to beat No. 6 ranked Kenosha Bradford (1-1) at… Read more
Dells dominate young Papermakers
By John Kozlowicz For The VOICE Led by the left arm and bat of senior pitcher Alyssa Smith, the Wisconsin Dells Chiefs defeated the Nekoosa Papermakers 11-0 in a girls… Read more
Boxing club offers a workout alternative
By John Kozlowicz For The Voice On most Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings throughout the year, participants of various ages can be seen punching the bag, shadow boxing or trading… Read more
Nekoosa ready to grab conference title
Winning can be contagious. At least the coach at Nekoosa hope this year’s baseball team follows in the footsteps of last year’s Nekoosa American Legion team that went to state…. Read more
Royals ready to return to regionals
The baseball equipment might have finally caught up with Assumption’s team. Stressing small ball — hit-and-runs, bunts and stealing bases over crushing home runs — the Royals expect the new bat… Read more
Youth will need to step up for Nekoosa
After graduation five seniors from last year’s softball team, Nekoosa will need younger girls to step up for the Papermakers. And it starts with pitching. The No. 1 and No…. Read more
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