Samantha Morgan is North Platte Community College’s “Business Student of the Month” for September.
The Iliff, Colo. native graduated from Caliche High School in 2014. Her parents are Bob and Diane Morgan.
Samantha is currently studying business office technology with a medical emphasis at NPCC. Her plans are to graduate in May with an associate degree then find a job pertaining to her field of study. Continue reading “Samantha Morgan named NPCC “Business Student of the Month””
Lincoln, Neb. – The Huskers practiced for just under two hours in half pads Tuesday in afternoon. The offense practiced inside Memorial Stadium and the defense practiced on the Ed and Joyanne Gass practice field in preparation for the Wisconsin game this Saturday. Offensive coordinator Danny Langsdorf spoke with the media following practice.
“I thought we did a great walkthrough yesterday and a good, sharp-spirited practice today. They’ve got great intentions and are practicing hard.” Langsdorf said. Continue reading “Offense Prepares for Wisconsin”
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (AP) — Colorado Rockies manager Walt Weiss says he will return to the dugout next season after meeting with General Manager Jeff Bridich on Tuesday.
The Rockies are 208-278 under Weiss after going 68-94 and finishing last in the NL West this season. He has one year left on his contract. Continue reading “Rockies will bring back manager Walt Weiss for another year”
Two members of the Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo Team have been awarded scholarships to help further their education.
Duell Puttergill, of Tryon, competes in saddle bronc riding for the college. He is the recipient of a $750 scholarship from NEBRASKAland Days.
“I feel honored to have been picked for the scholarship,” said Puttergill. “I had no idea I was even a consideration for it. It will take some of the burden off of me for student loans and will make it easier to finish this last year of college.” Continue reading “Two receive rodeo scholarships”
The North Platte Community College Lady Knights Volleyball team will host the Southeast Community College Lady Storm Wednesday night October 7 at the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium at 6 pm.
The match is an important match in the seeding for the upcoming National Junior College Athletic Association Region IX Division II tournament which will be held in North Platte October 30-31. Continue reading “NPCC Lady Knights Volleyball to Host Southeast”
Kearney, Ne. – Storm forward Bobby Kaiser was born and raised in Michigan, developing his hockey talents before coming to Tri-City. He is moving back to the Great Lakes State for college.
Kaiser, 18, announced his verbal commitment to play Division I college hockey for Western Michigan University late Monday.
“The visit was kind of spur of the moment, but I really liked the campus, the coaching staff, and the atmosphere,” said Kaiser. “Their playing style fits mine, they like to lay the body.” Continue reading “Storm F Kaiser commits to Western Michigan”
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Royals will start hard-throwing youngster Yordano Ventura in Game 1 of the AL Divisional Series, regardless of whether Kansas City plays the Yankees or Astros on Thursday night.
Royals manager Ned Yost announced his starter before Tuesday’s workout at Kauffman Stadium. Johnny Cueto will pitch the second game and Edinson Volquez will start Game 3. Continue reading “Royals to give Ventura start in Game 1 of ALDS”
The North Platte Community College Lady Knights volleyball team defeated the McCook Community College Lady Indians in five sets 25-20, 25-22, 28-30, 17-25, 15-9, here on Monday night.
The Lady Knights in the first set jumped out to an early lead and led throughout the first set, eventually winning the set 25-20. Continue reading “POSTGAME AUDIO: NPCC Lady Knights Volleyball Defeat McCook in Five Sets”
Lincoln, Neb. — The Nebraska football team practice for just under 90 minutes in sweats on Monday afternoon inside the Hawks Center, as it prepares to welcome the Wisconsin Badgers to Lincoln on Saturday.
Defensive coordinator Mark Banker spoke to the media after practice, focusing his attention on a tough Wisconsin offense.
“[Wisconsin] is a very physical group. Seventy percent of the time they run one play and they do it well,” Banker said. “They run a power scheme or double-team kick outs. Continue reading “Huskers Plan for Physical Wisconsin Offense”
The North Platte girls golf team finished in third place as a team at the District A-4 golf tournament today at Pacific Springs Golf Course in Omaha. The Lady Bulldogs edged Lincoln Southeast by one stroke to finish third and qualify the entire team. Junior Morgan Lashley took second as an individual with a score of 75, just one shot behind the tournament champion Megan Whittaker from Elkhorn South. The class A state tournament will be held next Monday (10/12) and Tuesday (10/13) at Norfolk Country Club. Continue reading “Lady Bulldog golfers qualify for State with 3rd place District finish”
