SPORTS
Great Northern Conference sets fan/athlete winter parameters
The Great Northern Conference has set parameters for the winter sports season. Like the fall season, there will be limited attendance and only a certain amount a fans per athlete.
Season opener win
Lakeland girls’ basketball opened up conference play on the road to Rhinelander on Tuesday night. A second half surge proved to be the difference.
White Deer Duathlon to take place in Boulder Junction on May 15
The Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce is moving forward with plans for the annual endurance race, the White Deer Duathlon, on Saturday, May 15.
NFL’s 17th game excites me
The National Football League just approved a 17-game regular season schedule for this coming year. It will definitely be a change this season. What do I think of this change? It means more football and I like it.
Chequamegon football co-op picks up first win of the spring
The Chequamegon/Mercer/Butternut football team held its first home game of the spring season. Coming off a loss in their first game, they looked to rebound with a win.
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Five Lakeland Pee Wees represent at the Kohlman Cup
For years, the Kohlman Cup has been a staple for some of the best hockey players in the state of Wisconsin. Five Pee Wees from Lakeland were honored with playing for the prestigious title.
Nicolet College Outdoor Adventure winter program ski courses in Rhinelander
An abundance of fresh air and quality outdoor experiences await individuals interested in taking any of the numerous offerings in Nicolet College’s upcoming Outdoor Adventure winter program.
Cross country ski instruction offered through FeU beginning Jan. 11
Fe University will be offering cross country ski instruction with veteran instructor Chad McGrath from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 13, 18, and 20 at MECCA Trails, N4686 Fierick Rd. in Mercer.
Taking a look back at the 2020 sporting year
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in 2020, it is that anything can happen. And anything can get taken away just like that. It’s up to me to adjust to all the new changes. Here is a little review of the sporting world in 2020 from my eyes. (subscriber access)
Lakeland’s Anna Maulson to play college hockey
One might not have seen Anna Maulson goaltending for the Northern Edge this year. But she is still playing, this year for the Milwaukee Jr. Admirals. Next year, she’ll be playing college hockey at Johnson and Wales. (subscriber access)
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Fatathlon 9-Mile Fat Bike and Cornhole Biathlon on Jan. 2
Lakeland Area Mountain Bike Organization (LAMBO) presents the third annual Fatathlon on Saturday, Jan. 2.
Lakeland girls’ swim advances eight to state
The Lakeland girls’ swim team looked forward to its sectional meet to try and get as many swimmers to state as possible — and they got plenty of them. “Our goal was to get a bunch of people to qualify to state and we accomplished that,” coach Chris Garcia said.
Two points powers T-Birds past Red Robins
The Lakeland football team has faced adversity all season long. They just wanted to finish out their season with a win against Antigo. The Thunderbirds snuck by with an 8-6 win over the Red Robins on a warmer, November Friday night. “The story of the 2020 campaign is adversity,” coach …
Nordic ski focuses on fitness and shape
October quickly turned into November, and with November comes the start of winter sports, including a start for the Nordic ski team. By the end of this week, coach Erich Kern wants his team to start focusing on fitness and getting in the skiing mindset.
Lakeland girls’ swim prepares for sectionals
In a season unlike any other, the Lakeland girls’ swim team prepares for a sectional meet different than years past. What’s not different is the girls’ goal of racing their very best.
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