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Rhinelander rains on Lakeland’s season
The Lakeland Union High School girls’ soccer team’s season came to a screeching halt following a playoff loss Thursday. The top-seeded Thunderbirds fell 2-0 to second-seeded Rhinelander in a rain-soaked WIAA Division 3 sectional semifinal game at IncredibleBank Field in Minocqua.
Taking the next step: Kade Meyer to play for Ontario Hockey League this fall
Minocqua native and former Lakeland Union High School hockey player Kade Meyer took the next step in his hockey journey when he signed with a Canadian-based hockey league last month. Meyer signed to play hockey for the Saginaw Spirit, an Ontario Hockey League (OHL) team, on May 16.
Season review: LUHS softball battled in competitive conference
A season removed from going to the state tournament, wins were harder to come by for the Lakeland Union High School softball team in 2026. The Thunderbirds finished 9-13 overall and went 3-10 in the Great Northern Conference, seventh out of eight teams. In 21 games played, Lakeland averaged 5.4 …
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 …
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.
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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.
Lakeland youth football registration open
Registration is open for youth sixth-, fifth- and fourth-grade players in the Lakeland district wishing to play tackle football. They compete with other area teams in the Northwoods League. Practice for the upcoming season will begin in early August. The season typically ends by mid-October.
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.
Chapter closed: Lakeland’s Davis Kock ties for 30th at state
Senior Davis Kock ended his Lakeland Union High School golf career with a strong showing at the state meet earlier this week. Kock took part in the 100th WIAA Boys Golf State Championships Monday and Tuesday at University Ridge in Madison. He tied for 30th out of 104 golfers with …
LUHS girls’ soccer awarded nine all-conference selections
The Lakeland Union High School girls’ soccer team, undefeated Great Northern Conference champions, received plenty of postseason accolades. A total of nine Lakeland student-athletes, including head coach Stephanie Hartzheim, were recognized when the GNC released its three all-conference teams earlier this week.
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Season preview: Minocqua Post 89 American Legion baseball team ready to roll
The Minocqua Post 89 American Legion baseball team is back in action beginning next week. The 89ers open their season Monday, June 15 with a road game at Tomahawk. William Poupart is the new coach of the 89ers for 2026.
Lakeland Babe Ruth Senior League team wins big over Rhinelander
Lakeland has one baseball team in the Babe Ruth Senior League this season. They won in convincing fashion on Tuesday. The Thunderbirds beat Rhinelander 16-0 in five innings at the Minocqua Park Complex.
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.
Regional champions
For the fourth time since 2021, the Lakeland Union High School girls’ soccer team won a regional championship. The top-seeded Thunderbirds beat eighth-seeded Mosinee 4-0 in a WIAA Division 3 regional semifinal game Thursday. Then, Lakeland defeated fifth-seeded Merrill 3-0 in a regional final Saturday. Both games took place at …
Senior sendoff: Marshall Holmquist makes podium at state
The Lakeland Union High School track and field team wrapped up its season at the state meet over the weekend. Senior Marshall Holmquist set a new personal record and made the podium in the triple jump at the WIAA Division 2 track and field state meet Friday through Saturday at …
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