Cross Country’s Satisfying Strain
In cross country, you run hard even when you can’t see the finish line. Continue reading Cross Country’s Satisfying Strain
Category: Sports
The Philosophy of the New Head Football Coach at Central High School
Central has hired a new head football coach, Brandon Colpitts. The Pine Needle sat down and asked him what his goals were for the team and how he planned to reach them. Continue reading The Philosophy of the New Head Football Coach at Central High School
Former Cobblers’ Teacher Discusses Holding College Scoring Record
This week, former Cobbler teacher Kim Templeton’s career scoring record at BHSU is set to be broken, so the Pine Needle sat down with Mr. Templeton to ask his thoughts on the experience. Continue reading Former Cobblers’ Teacher Discusses Holding College Scoring Record
Indoor Football Debuts in Rapid City
Rapid City’s new indoor football team has begun play at The Monument and entertainment is the name of the game. Continue reading Indoor Football Debuts in Rapid City
Girls’ Basketball Draws and Excites Hometown Crowds at State
The Cobbler girls’ basketball team thrilled the large Rapid City crowds at this year’s state tournament. Continue reading Girls’ Basketball Draws and Excites Hometown Crowds at State
Girls Basketball Hosts First Round of Playoffs
Students get free admittance to the girls’ playoff basketball game against Watertown. Continue reading Girls Basketball Hosts First Round of Playoffs
Central Athlete Matayah Yellow Mule Breaks Record
Junior Matayah Yellow Mule recently broke the 13-year-old school record in long jump. Continue reading Central Athlete Matayah Yellow Mule Breaks Record
Central Track Athletes to Attend State This Weekend
Many Central athletes set their sights high this weekend as they participate in the 2021 State Track meet. Continue reading Central Track Athletes to Attend State This Weekend
Track & Field Adds Javelin to Events
High School athletes in South Dakota will be throwing javelins for the first time this year. Continue reading Track & Field Adds Javelin to Events
Cobbler Players and Fans Optimistic as Boys Open Basketball Season
The boys’ basketball team’s returning core of players has fans hopeful about a run to State. Continue reading Cobbler Players and Fans Optimistic as Boys Open Basketball Season
CTE a Concern Even for High School Athletes
News has swirled around the NFL about players developing CTE. Yet research suggests such brain injuries are possible even for Cobblers who never played beyond high school. Continue reading CTE a Concern Even for High School Athletes
A Message to the Underdogs
In today’s sports, winning is the only thing on everyone’s mind, and the inclusion of all team members has slipped the mind of players and coaches alike. Do the underdogs still have a chance in today’s athletics? Continue reading A Message to the Underdogs
Dual-Sport Athletes Run onto Cross Country Podium
Led by a septet of dual-sport athletes, the girls’ cross country team finished second at the state meet. Continue reading Dual-Sport Athletes Run onto Cross Country Podium
Cobblers Boys Soccer Loses in Semifinal
Cobbler Boys Soccer lost to Aberdeen in a penalty shootout, ending their season and their chances at taking state. Continue reading Cobblers Boys Soccer Loses in Semifinal
Cobblers Football Surprises Roosevelt
The Cobbler football team surprised the entire state with a big win over second-ranked Sioux Falls Roosevelt. Continue reading Cobblers Football Surprises Roosevelt
Fastest Marathon Hard to Comprehend
A runner from Kenya recently set a new world record for the Marathon. But how fast is that in terms a Central student might grasp? Continue reading Fastest Marathon Hard to Comprehend
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