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Senior James Kessler ended his high school career in Omaha.

Four Mullen Broncos compete at State Wrestling

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Monday, February 19, 2024

by Toni Massey, MHS sophomore Last week four wrestlers from the Mullen Bronco boys wrestling team traveled to Omaha to participate in State Wrestling. Mullen scored 27 points.

Back, l-r: Coach Barb McIntosh, Josie Morrow, Jenna Donohoe, Kaley Rasmussen, Brynn McCully, Emma Ray. Front: Kaisley Phipps, Abby Gracey, Emerson Thorberg.

Sandhill Defenders battle for 1st & 2nd

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Monday, February 19, 2024

by Barb McIntosh Sunday, Feb. 11th was an early morning of volleyball for the Sandhill Defenders, with teams representing at least three states of players with five different age divisions on at least 10 courts at the UNK Vollentine Block Party.

Erika Massey looks to pass to a teammate in the Crawford game.

Lady Broncos end season in subdistricts with 7-12 record

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Monday, February 19, 2024

by Gerri Peterson The Lady Broncos ended their season last Tuesday, Feb. 13 in subdistricts at Hay Springs, falling short against Crawford, 31-36. Hayley Donohoe led the Broncos with a double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds, while also having 6 steals.

Brandon Hardin motions for a time out from the floor against Sandhills Valley on Feb. 8.

Boys win last regular season game 39-38

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Monday, February 19, 2024

by Kyle Finney, MHS senior The boys basketball team had one game last week. Hay Springs traveled to Mullen on Saturday, Feb. 17. Mullen started out the game with the lead, 12-10, after the first quarter. Hay Springs fought back to take the lead into halftime, 21-25.

Kendall (left) and Kaisley Phipps.

Phipps sisters earn bb gun medals

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Monday, February 19, 2024

by Gerri Peterson Kaisley and Kendall Phipps competed in bb gun for the Mullen Marksmen in Mitchell on Sunday, Feb. 18, both earning medals. In the 9-10 year old division Kendall placed 3rd out of 18 competitors with a 348. Prone: 94-2 (1st), Standing: 79-1, Sitting: 90-2, Kneeling: 85-0.

MHS senior Chase Gracey after winning the Class D 175 State Wrestling gold medal on Saturday, Feb. 17 in Omaha, defeating undefeated Wyatt Urkoski of High Plains Community 8-4!

State Champion Chase Gracey

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Monday, February 19, 2024

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Thursday Night Mixed League Feb. 1, 2024 Team Standings 1. & 2. 9’ers, 58-42 1. & 2. The Boozers, 58-42 3. Hondo Shooters, 55.5-45.5 4. Pin Busters, 54.5-45.5 5. 4 Jokers, 48-52 6.

Kuncl wins Champions for Coaches

News Staff

Monday, February 12, 2024

Lincoln – The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) is pleased to announce the 24 recipients of the inaugural 2023-2024 NSAA Champions for Coaches award. The boys cross country coach award goes to Janie Kuncl of Mullen.

Peyton Paxton in action against Sandhills/Thedford. Megan Andersen

Lady Broncos end regular season 6-11

News Staff

Monday, February 12, 2024

It was a rivalry game worth the admission last Tuesday, Feb. 6 when the Sandhills/ Thedford Knights came to town to play the Lady Broncos. In a back and forth battle the lead of the game flipflopped several times.

Ethan Hardin goes after a loose ball against Sandhills/Thedford. It should be noted that the photo credit for the boys basketball photo in last week’s issue was incorrect. The photo of Kyle Finney was taken by MHS senior Lauren Schoonveld. Megan Andersen

Broncos fall short in last week’s games

News Staff

Monday, February 12, 2024

by Kyle Finney, MHS senior The boys basketball team had two home games last week. The first game was on Tuesday, Feb. 6th against Sandhills/Thedford. Mullen started out the game slow, going into halftime down 9-29. The second half of the game was the same way. Sandhills/Thedford won 20- 51.

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