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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

Mr. SheehyDecember 19, 2019December 19, 2019
Sports

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

Mr. SheehySeptember 25, 2019September 26, 2019
Commentary, Sports

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

cadenleflerNovember 9, 2018November 9, 2018
Sports

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

Mr. SheehyOctober 29, 2018October 29, 2018
Sports

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

cadenleflerOctober 19, 2018October 19, 2018
Sports

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

Mr. SheehyOctober 12, 2018
Sports

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

Mr. SheehySeptember 24, 2018September 24, 2018
Sports

Cross Country Boys Enjoying the Season

Cross country runners Calvin Moehlmann and Blake DeVries had rocky starts to their seasons but are optimistic about how it may end. Continue reading Cross Country Boys Enjoying the Season

Mr. SheehySeptember 24, 2018September 24, 2018
Sports

Former Cobblers Enjoying College Soccer

Two former Cobbler soccer players have found the differences between college and high school soccer are substantial but enjoyable. Continue reading Former Cobblers Enjoying College Soccer

Mr. SheehySeptember 18, 2018
Sports

Cobblers Earn First Win at Rushmore Bowl

The Cobblers’ football team earned their first victory of the season at the Rushmore Bowl. Continue reading Cobblers Earn First Win at Rushmore Bowl

Mr. SheehySeptember 18, 2018September 18, 2018
Commentary, Sports

Where Should LeBron Go Next?

Lebron James has the option to be a free agent this summer, meaning he can essentially choose where he wants to play next. Where should he go? Continue reading Where Should LeBron Go Next?

Mr. SheehyJune 13, 2018
Sports

Senior Gymnast’s Career Ends with Fall and Injury

Senior gymnast Skylar Larson broke her ankle in a fall during practice, ending her gymnastics season and career. Continue reading Senior Gymnast’s Career Ends with Fall and Injury

Mr. SheehyFebruary 15, 2018
Sports

Girls Basketball Ready for Raider Rematch

On Tuesday the Cobbler girls’ basketball team will try to avenge a loss to the Stevens Raiders. Continue reading Girls Basketball Ready for Raider Rematch

Mr. SheehyFebruary 15, 2018February 15, 2018
Sports

Boys Basketball Improves to 9-0

The boys’ basketball team has rattled off nine straight wins to open the season. Continue reading Boys Basketball Improves to 9-0

Mr. SheehyJanuary 8, 2018January 11, 2018
Sports

Senior Girls Battle through Injuries, into Playoffs

The seniors on the girls soccer team have found defending their state title to be a painful experience, fighting injuries all season long. Continue reading Senior Girls Battle through Injuries, into Playoffs

Mr. SheehySeptember 26, 2017September 26, 2017
Sports

Football Players Dress with Class

What’s with all these football players wearing ties . . . on Tuesdays? Continue reading Football Players Dress with Class

Mr. SheehySeptember 13, 2017September 15, 2017

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