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Season preview: Lakeland girls’ tennis team deep and experienced
Veteran teams often feature players that have competed at the highest level. The Lakeland Union High School girls’ tennis team is hoping that experience pays dividends in 2026. The Thunderbirds return virtually their entire team from last season. In addition, other student-athletes have stepped up, giving Lakeland options and depth.
Paige time and McBuckets: My first-ever WNBA experience
The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has picked up a lot of momentum over the past few seasons. Last week, I decided to see a game in person for the first time ever. It did not disappoint.
Black Bear Bar comeback results in extra-inning win
The first extra-inning game of the snowshoe baseball season had no shortage of drama Monday night. Black Bear Bar came back and beat the Snowhawks 15-13 in 11 innings at Snowshoe Park in Lake Tomahawk.
Running it back
Even though the Lakeland Union High School girls’ tennis team returns all its varsity players from last season, competition remains as high as ever. The Thunderbirds opened up their season Monday morning at the LUHS tennis courts. About 30 student-athletes signed up to play tennis this fall.
Lakeland girls’ swim team keeping its momentum
The Lakeland Union High School girls’ swim team has been on the rise over the last half decade. They bring back the majority of their swimmers from last season while adding to the overall team depth.
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Snowshoe Baseball Alumni Appreciation Night Monday
The Lake Tomahawk Snowhawks are holding their inaugural Snowshoe Baseball Alumni Appreciation Night honoring all past Snowshoe players Monday at 7:30 p.m. Seating will be reserved for all alumni. Come and meet past and present Snowshoe players and relive some great memories.
Eric Hagge going strong almost half a century later
Hazelhurst native Eric Hagge has been playing in the Minocqua Men’s Softball League for almost half a century and is still going strong. This is Hagge’s 47th year in the Minocqua Men’s Softball League, which plays Thursday nights in the summer.
Packer preview: Stay healthy, win games
It seems like it’s the same story every year. The Green Bay Packers have championship aspirations before falling short. Question is — can they finally reach the big game?
Snowshoe Baseball Alumni Appreciation Night on Aug. 17
The Lake Tomahawk Snowhawks are holding their inaugural Snowshoe Baseball Alumni Appreciation Night honoring all past Snowshoe players on Monday, Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Seating will be reserved for all alumni. Come and meet past and present Snowshoe players and relive some great memories.
Return to football: Lakeland competitive on day one
The Lakeland Union High School football team got a lot of reps in on offense, defense and special teams to kick off the 2026 season. The first practice of the season took place Tuesday at IncredibleBank Field in Minocqua. Lakeland picked up right where they left off from Pride Camp …
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Snowhawks win fourth game of the summer
The Snowhawks got out to a big lead and beat Pukall Lumber Studs 21-10 Monday night at Snowshoe Park in Lake Tomahawk.
Staying north: Aidan Bauers commits to play football at Northern Michigan
One of Lakeland’s top lineman is going to be playing college football in Marquette, Mich. next fall. Aidan Bauers, a senior at Lakeland Union High School, committed to play football at Northern Michigan University June 29.
Fall flag football league begins this month
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.
Local legend: Saylor Timmerman helping out next generation of softball players
A softball camp took place late last month that featured coaching and instruction from one of Lakeland’s all-time greats. Lakeland Union High School softball and current University of Arkansas student-athlete Saylor Timmerman hosted a pitching clinic July 22 at Lenz Field in Minocqua. LUHS softball coach Whitney Furtak, also one …
Season review: LUHS golf conference champs again
The Lakeland Union High School golf team’s 2026 season featured team and individual success.
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