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Bucks show progress despite loss to Chamberlain

Bucks show progress despite loss to Chamberlain

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Bucks show progress despite loss to Chamberlain

News Staff
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
The Woonsocket-Wessington Springs-Sanborn Central Bucks fell 28-7 to Chamberlain, but head coach Michael Schmitz saw signs of progress as his team continued to put pieces together on both sides of the ball.“I was very happy with how the team came out to start the game,” Schmitz said.
Lady Warbirds sweep De Smet

Lady Warbirds sweep De Smet

Lady Warbirds sweep De Smet

News Staff
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
The Wolsey-Wessington Lady Warbirds picked up a straight-set victory over De Smet, winning 25-11, 25-18 and 25-15.Marley Boomsma led the attack with nine kills, while Preslie Jensen added seven and Maria Nelson finished with four.
Wyatt Fagerhaug, center left, stands with the championship saddle he earned after capturing the top average in junior team roping at the 2026 South Dakota State 4-H Finals Rodeo in Fort Pierre. Fagerhaug placed first in the opening go-round and second in the second go-round to claim the championship.

Wyatt Fagerhaug, center left, stands with the championship saddle he earned after capturing the top average in junior team roping at the 2026 South Dakota State 4-H Finals Rodeo in Fort Pierre. Fagerhaug placed first in the opening go-round and second in the second go-round to claim the championship.

Sixteen represent Jerauld/ Buffalo County at State 4-H Rodeo

News Staff
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Sixteen contestants represented Jerauld/Buffalo County 4-H at the 2026 South Dakota State 4-H Finals Rodeo, held Aug. 14-16 in Fort Pierre.
Pictured from left are Houston Havlik, Ethan Heumiller, Alexis Roesler, Ella Kolousek, Carson Clements and Lorin Schaller. Not pictured is Aunnika Heumiller. (PHOTO COURTESY BECKY KRUEGER)

Pictured from left are Houston Havlik, Ethan Heumiller, Alexis Roesler, Ella Kolousek, Carson Clements and Lorin Schaller. Not pictured is Aunnika Heumiller. (PHOTO COURTESY BECKY KRUEGER)

SPARTANS OFF AND RUNNING

News Staff
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The Wessington Springs cross country team is off and running for the 2026 season. At press deadline Tuesday, the Spartans were competing in their first meet of the year at Salem, with varsity and JV runners taking to the course. 
The WWSSC Bucks take the field during their 2026 season opener against Wagner. The Bucks fell 26-0, with Grason Finn completing eight passes for 61 yards. Carson Finn led the defense with nine solo and 10 assisted tackles, while Nathan Gaikowski added six solo and five assisted tackles. (PHOTO COURTESY J. VONEYE IMAGES)

The WWSSC Bucks take the field during their 2026 season opener against Wagner. The Bucks fell 26-0, with Grason Finn completing eight passes for 61 yards. Carson Finn led the defense with nine solo and 10 assisted tackles, while Nathan Gaikowski added six solo and five assisted tackles. (PHOTO COURTESY J. VONEYE IMAGES)

Bucks fall to Wagner in season opener

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
The WWSSC Bucks opened the 2026 football season with a 26-0 loss to Wagner, but head coach Michael Schmitz said the opener showed glimpses of what an experienced Bucks squad can accomplish this fall.
Young golfers gather at Springs Country Club during the July Youth Golf Clinic organized by Gloria Vavra and Becky Thompson. The summer program gave participants an opportunity to build their golf skills while learning course etiquette and sportsmanship.

Young golfers gather at Springs Country Club during the July Youth Golf Clinic organized by Gloria Vavra and Becky Thompson. The summer program gave participants an opportunity to build their golf skills while learning course etiquette and sportsmanship.

Youth golfers sharpen skills at summer clinics

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Another summer of learning the game came to a close at the Springs Country Club with the July Youth Golf Clinic tournament July 27.
Warbirds open season with win over Arlington

Warbirds open season with win over Arlington

Warbirds open season with win over Arlington

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Wolsey-Wessington opened the 2026 football season with a 14-6 victory over Arlington, scoring all 14 points in the first half before holding the Cardinals scoreless over the final three quarters.Freshman quarterback Ty Boomsma completed 14 of 19 passes for 249 yards and two touchdowns.
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