Season review: Lakeland girls’ tennis made history
An undefeated regular season, a conference championship and a trip to state — Lakeland girls’ tennis did it all in 2023.
Season review: Lady Thunderbirds had program-best finish in GNC
Lakeland volleyball had a program-best six wins, fourth-place finish last year in the Great Northern Conference. The Thunderbirds improved upon those results for their best season in the GNC.
47 Thunderbirds make fall all-conference teams
The fall prep sports season has been filled with memorable games and individual performances. Many Thunderbirds were honored with postseason awards.
River Nicklaus carving his own path at St. Norbert football
River Nicklaus made a name for himself playing football and hockey at Lakeland Union High School. He’s now finding his way in college by playing football at St. Norbert.
November one of the best sports months
November is a great month. It has the holiday of Thanksgiving, and Christmas is just one month away. It also has one of the best sports schedules.
Thunderbirds fall one game short of state
A trip to state was in reach for Lakeland boys’ soccer. After a shutout win against a conference rival, the Thunderbirds fell short of their ultimate goal with a loss on Saturday.
Sixth-place state finish
Thunderbirds place sixth as a team, Owen Clark sixth individually
The cross country season finale took place at state on Saturday. The Lakeland boys’ cross country team finished in the top six with one final run by a highly decorated senior.
Frederic comes back to beat Mercer volleyball in sectional semifinal
A season that featured another conference and regional championship came to an end when the Mercer Tigers lost a home playoff game to Frederic on Thursday.
Saylor Timmerman commits to play softball at the University of Arkansas
Saylor Timmerman has dominated batters in the Northwoods. She’ll be looking to achieve similar success down south in a few years when she pitches in the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
Lakeland Pop Warner youth football team goes undefeated
Going undefeated in any season of any sport is no easy task. The Lakeland Pop Warner youth football team had a perfect season in 2023.
Thunderbirds gearing up towards state meet
Owen Clark seeking individual championship
Lakeland boys’ cross country has qualified to the state meet for the second straight year. The Thunderbirds will be challenged by other strong teams for the state title.
No luck needed
Mercer volleyball wins eighth straight regional championship
Eight in a row. Mercer volleyball continued their dominant streak of regional championships with a win over Luck on Saturday.
T-Bird boys’ cross country going back to state
Owen Clark wins individual sectional championship
Already winning conference, the Lakeland boys’ cross country team went into Saturday’ sectional meet as one of the favorites. They punched their ticket to state by becoming sectional champions.
Survive and advance
Yaroslav Myshchyshyn’s four goals lift LUHS boys’ soccer to regional title
A penalty kick shootout denied the Thunderbirds of a regional title last year. This time, Lakeland boys’ soccer stayed at home to win two games and become regional champions.
Panthers pack a punch
Lakeland volleyball’s season comes to an end in Oconto Falls
Lakeland volleyball had their eyes on an upset when they traveled to Oconto Falls for the second round of the playoffs on Thursday. Oconto Falls proved why they were the two-seed.
Sparta scores 43 unanswered to end Thunderbirds’ season
Lakeland football came into Friday’s playoff game with tons of momentum. Their win streak was halted against a Spartans team that lit up the scoreboard.
LUHS girls’ swim places fifth at GNC Meet
Having the smallest roster in the Great Northern Conference, the Lakeland girls’ swim team weren’t contenders for the conference title. However, they outscored three different teams at the GNC Meet on Friday night.
Tiger volleyball claims eighth straight regional championship
Tiger volleyball has had a history of conference and regional championships over the past five years. Already winning conference, Mercer won their eighth straight regional title on Saturday.
Lady Thunderbirds pick up playoff sweep over Eagles
Lakeland volleyball wins first playoff game in three years
Lakeland volleyball made history with their best finish in program history in the Great Northern Conference. They added to this season’s celebrations with their first playoff win in three years.
T-Bird football seeking first playoff win since 2008
Lakeland plays at Sparta tonight at 7 p.m.
It’s a brand new season for Lakeland football as playoffs begin tonight. They’re seeking their first playoff win since 2008.
Undefeated conference champs again
Mercer volleyball wins fifth straight title, first in Northern Lights Conference
Switching to the Northern Lights Conference didn’t stop the Mercer volleyball team from winning another conference title on their way to an undefeated weekend.
Friday night frights
Thunderbirds win Axe game for second year in a row
The stage was set for a rivalry game on a rainy night in Rhinelander on Friday the 13th. Lakeland football dominated the second half to retain the Northwoods Axe for the second straight season.
Finishing at state
Savannah Barton, Kristina Ouimette compete at girls’ tennis individual state tournament
Lakeland girls’ tennis has had a season to remember. Savannah Barton and Kristina Ouimette concluded the Thunderbirds’ historic season at the state tournament.
T-Bird boys’ cross country dominates, wins second straight conference title
Lakeland girls finish in third
There was a lot of hype for the Lakeland boys’ cross country team heading into Saturday’s championship meet. They ended up winning their second straight conference title.
Team win
T-Bird boys’ soccer beats Antigo to wrap up regular season
The final game of the regular season featured seven goals and a win for the Lakeland boys’ soccer team before playoffs start this week.
Down to the final swim
Lady Thunderbirds come up three points short in loss to Tomahawk
Lakeland girls’ swim concluded the regular season with a meet against Tomahawk that came down to the final event.
LUHS volleyball falls to Stratford in final regular season game
Lakeland plays Northland Pines tonight to open playoffs
Lakeland had one more final tune-up before playoffs. They traveled to Stratford to conclude the regular season.
Best GNC finish in program history
LUHS volleyball finishes 8-4, third in GNC standings
Sole possession of third place in the GNC was on the line for Lakeland volleyball when they hosted Medford on Senior Night. The Thunderbirds pulled through in five sets once again as they made a little history.
T-Bird girls’ swim improves times at Merrill
Lakeland girls’ swim traveled to Merrill for a meet as the Thunderbirds looked to continue to get faster as the GNC Meet approaches.
Lakeland football looking to win Axe for second straight year
The battle for the Northwoods Axe takes place tonight with a trip to Rhinelander. Already in the playoffs, Lakeland is seeking to better their seeding for the postseason.
Kingsford, Mich. gives LUHS boys’ soccer first home loss
With playoffs fast approaching, the Lakeland boys’ soccer team challenged themselves with a game against a team from Michigan.
Savannah Barton, Kristina Ouimette advance to state
Lakeland No. 1 doubles gets special qualifier to individual state tournament on Thursday
Lakeland girls’ tennis went into Wednesday’s sectional meet with a record seven girls competing in the event. In the end, No. 1 doubles Savannah Barton and Kristina Ouimette advanced to the state tournament.
Olivia Mickle breaks backstroke record
The last time the Lakeland girls’ swim team swam in a conference dual, they won their first meet in two years. The Thunderbirds had more to celebrate when Olivia Mickle broke a school record.
T-Bird football back in the playoffs
Thunderbirds beat Hayward on Homecoming, Senior Night
There was already much to celebrate with Homecoming and Senior Night. The Lakeland football team added to the fun by winning their fourth conference game and clinching a playoff berth on Friday night.
Lady Thunderbirds go 3-1 over four-match stretch
Lakeland volleyball finishes 2-1 at second GNC Meet
Lakeland volleyball had multiple players step up to help them go 3-1 over four games in two days.
LUHS boys’ cross country wins in Tomahawk
GNC Meet takes place on Saturday
After a week off, the Lakeland cross country team returned to competition seeing positive results in a meet at Tomahawk on Saturday.
Tigers close in on conference championship
Looking to keep their momentum going into the final week of this season, the Mercer volleyball team won two straight conference contests.
Defense dominates in win over Medford
Thunderbirds allow zero total shots to Raiders
Lakeland boys’ soccer played in their final regular season road game at Medford. Not only did Lakeland shut out Medford, but they didn’t allow a shot.
Record seven girls advance to sectionals for LUHS girls’ tennis
Sectional meet took place Wednesday in Eau Claire
The Lakeland girls’ tennis team’s historic season continued Monday in Rhinelander when they qualified seven girls to the sectional meet.
Rivalry redemption
Lakeland boys’ soccer shuts out Hodags
Back on their home turf, the Lakeland boys’ soccer team relished the chance to get redemption against Rhinelander.
Thunderbirds host Hurricanes on Homecoming
Lakeland football one win away from qualifying for playoffs
The prep football regular season is coming to an end. With time running out in the season, the Thunderbirds are looking to use the energy of Homecoming and Senior Night to propel them to the playoffs.
Lakeland volleyball gets back on track with win against Northland Pines
The last time Lakeland volleyball had a match, they went four sets with conference-leading Mosinee. The Thunderbirds rebounded by taking care of business in Eagle River.
Tiger volleyball wins Hurley Fall Classic
The Mercer Tigers have been searching for more energy at the beginning of their matches. They found that spark and went unbeaten over the weekend.
Second half energy helps Lakeland football win third straight
Thunderbirds one win away from qualifying for playoffs
Thursday night football took place in Ashland for Lakeland. For the second straight week, the Thunderbirds closed out the game with a strong fourth quarter.
Lady Thunderbirds end drought, win in the pool
Lakeland girls’ swim wins first GNC dual meet since Oct. 7, 2021
After nearly two years between conference wins, the Lakeland girls’ swim team celebrated a victory with a GNC dual win on Thursday in Antigo.
LUHS volleyball battles in four-set loss to GNC-leading Mosinee
Lakeland volleyball invited GNC-leading Mosinee to the LUHS fieldhouse on Thursday. The Thunderbirds took another set from Mosinee in a close contest.
Road loss to Mosinee drops T-Bird boys’ soccer to third place in GNC standings
A battle of the top two teams in the conference took place in Mosinee. Lakeland boys’ soccer gave up an early second half score that ended up being the deciding goal.
Lady Thunderbirds close out regular season with win
LUHS girls’ tennis took part in Division 1 subsectional meet yesterday
The Great Northern Conference champions returned to the tennis courts to take on Wausau East in one final tune-up before the subsectionals took place on Monday.
Evergreens prevail over LUHS volleyball in four sets
A non-conference match with D.C. Everest proved to be a close contest as Lakeland volleyball got ready for conference-leading Mosinee to come to town.
Thursday night football
Lakeland played Ashland in rare Thursday night game
Thursday Night Football is a National Football League (NFL) tradition for Thursdays during the regular season. Lakeland football got their own taste of primetime football on Thursday with a conference game last night.