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Lakeland Wrestling Club sends seven to state tournament
The Lakeland Wrestling Club had a strong showing in Merrill last weekend, sending seven wrestlers to the state tournament in Madison. Lakeland took part in a District 5 state qualifier tournament in Merrill on Saturday. Twenty wrestlers competed for Lakeland with seven advancing to state.
T-Bird boys’ track takes third in Ashland
The Lakeland Union High School track and field program got its first taste of competition in Stevens Point and Ashland over the course of the last week. Several Thunderbirds took part in an invite at Stevens Point on Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21. Then, Lakeland sent many athletes …
Season preview: Lady T-Bird softball building on last year’s state run
Last year’s run to the state tournament was a historic moment for the Lakeland softball program. They’re hoping to keep that momentum going forward this spring. The Thunderbirds finished fourth in last year’s Great Northern Conference standings but won four playoff games by a combined four runs to send themselves …
Lakeland baseball building skills on and off the field
Baseball is back, and for Lakeland Union High School’s team, they’re focusing on the mental aspect just as much as the physical part. The first day of baseball for the entire team came on Monday at the LUHS fieldhouse. Last week, pitchers and catchers practiced over spring break. Monday and …
LUHS girls’ soccer revamping its team
Varsity and JV spots were up for grabs when the Lakeland Union High School girls’ soccer team held tryouts earlier this week. Student-athletes showcased their skills during tryouts on Monday and Tuesday at the LUHS fieldhouse. Coaches evaluated players on a number of traits, both technical and mental.
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Pride Football Camp starts on July 20
High school scheme install and skill contact days for incoming eighth- through 12th-graders is coming this summer. Incoming eighth-graders are welcomed and encouraged to participate with the high school players.
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay women’s hoops falls to Minnesota
Minocqua natives Julianna and Kristina Ouimette and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay women’s basketball team fell 75-58 to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities in a first round matchup during the NCAA Division 1 Women’s Basketball Tournament Friday in Minneapolis.
New beginnings
As a new era of Lakeland Union High School softball begins, the team got its season underway Wednesday at the LUHS fieldhouse. Eight student-athletes took part in the first practice of the season, almost triple the participation from last season’s first day. Lakeland was on Spring Break last week.
Season review: Lakeland boys’ basketball came so close
The wins may not have been as prevalent for the Lakeland boys’ basketball team this season, but they came together to give opposing teams their best effort. The Thunderbirds went 7-18 this season, 5-9 in the Great Northern Conference. They finished sixth out of eight teams in the conference standings.
Season review: Lady T-Bird basketball showed great growth
From beginning to end, the Lakeland girls’ basketball team showed immense growth in a season full of ups and downs. The Thunderbirds compiled an 8-18 overall record and tied for fourth with Tomahawk in the Great Northern Conference standings with a record of 6-8.
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T-Birds of Tomorrow youth football camps this summer
Skill and fundamental camps for incoming second through seventh-graders will run June 22 through 23 and July 20 through 21.
Pride Football Camp starts on July 20
High school scheme install and skill contact days for incoming eighth- through 12th-graders is coming this summer. Incoming eighth-graders are welcomed and encouraged to participate with the high school players.
Fall flag football league begins in August
Practices and games will be held on the Lakeland High School game field and practice field. This league is focused on having fun, skill introduction and development and learning football strategy. Sportsmanship and teamwork will also be taught.
Brayden Kelly impresses at Junior Nationals
Lakeland Union High School Nordic skiers put their talent on display in the final competitions of the season. Brayden Kelly and Parker McKinney skied in the Cross Country Junior National Championship Monday, March 9 through Saturday, March 14 at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead in Cable. Colin McKinney took part in …
Season preview: Lakeland track and field abundant with talent
There’s a new change in leadership for the Lakeland Union High School track and field program. What’s not different is Lakeland’s striving to be the best track team they can be. Greg Eichelkraut and Gordy Hartzheim are taking over as co-coaches of the Thunderbirds following the resignation of Stephanie Strasburg, …
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