SPORTS
Lakeland wins wire-to-wire over Tomahawk
Lakeland has two teams in the Babe Ruth Prep League this season. One of the two teams won by double-digit runs on Wednesday. The Thunderbirds, coached by Robert Blohm, beat Tomahawk 18-2 in five innings in Minocqua.
Minocqua Post 89 Legion team loses pitcher’s duel to Northwoods in opener
A pitcher’s duel broke out in the Minocqua Post 89 Legion team’s first game of the summer on Wednesday. The Minocqua 89ers fell 2-0 to the Northwoods Legion team out of Eagle River. The game took place in Minocqua.
Lakeland girls’ basketball youth summer basketball
We are pleased to announce the summer basketball opportunities for the girls of the Lakeland area. We have two different sessions that are geared towards specific age groupings. Everyone is welcome — all basketball abilities and interest levels. Please join us to share in a positive experience for your individual …
LUHS golf gains experience, places fourth at state
There were plenty of ups and downs in the Lakeland golf team’s performance at state earlier this week. The defending state champions placed fourth out of eight teams with a score of 665 at the WIAA Division 2 state meet Monday, June 9 through Tuesday, June 10 at University Ridge …
State softball preview: Lady Thunderbirds ready for first state experience
It all ends this weekend. The Lakeland softball team is looking to bring home the championship in their first-ever trip to the state tournament.
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Lakeland’s week to shine
The 2024-25 Lakeland Union High School prep sports season has taken me all over the state. I’ve watched great games and top individual performances. One particular stretch last week is one I’ll never forget. Last week Monday and Tuesday, I started mentally preparing for what could be some of the …
T-Birds of Tomorrow youth football camps this summer
Skill and fundamental camps for incoming 2nd through 7th graders will run June 23-24 and July 21-22.
Alzheimer’s Remembering the Greens in Paradise on June 28
Tee off for Alzheimer’s Remembering the Greens in Paradise Saturday, June 28 at Pinewood Country Club in Harshaw. This nine-hole scramble costs $75 per golfer and $300 per team. Check-in is at 9 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10 a.m.
Pride Football Camp starts on July 21
High school scheme install and skill contact days for incoming 8th through 12th graders is coming this summer. Incoming eighth graders are welcomed and encouraged to participate with the high school players.
Lakeland girls’ basketball youth summer basketball
We are pleased to announce the summer basketball opportunities for the girls of the Lakeland area. We have two different sessions that are geared towards specific age groupings. Everyone is welcome — all basketball abilities and interest levels.
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Tennis doubles summer series seeks new players
A tennis doubles series at North Lakeland Elementary School is set to serve up friendly competition and community camaraderie this summer. Courts are reserved Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon along Highway K in Manitowish Waters throughout the summer months.
A joyful state of mind
A season for the ages marched on when the Lakeland Union High School softball team made history and advanced to the state tournament. The Thunderbirds needed two road wins to move on to the WIAA Division 2 state tournament. First, they beat second-seeded Medford 2-1 in a sectional semifinal on …
Eight is great
The Lakeland golf team continued their streak of excellence by qualifying for the state tournament for an eighth straight season.
Kieran Petrie makes the podium in state 400
Five Thunderbirds looked to end their track and field careers on a positive note at the state meet this weekend. Ada Ernst, Sherri Handeland, Stella Meza, Kieran Petrie and Kirsten Wotruba all took part in the WIAA Division 2 state meet Friday though Saturday at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. …
State singles success
Dominic Gironella earned himself a win at the boys’ tennis individual state meet and made some history in Madison. “Dominic has prepared the right way and is willing to work to keep getting better,” coach Ted Dasler said. “He is mentally strong and approaches each match in a positive mindset …
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