Aurora Huskies

Tate Nachtigal and Britton Kemling break up a late pass as the Huskies hang on to defeat Omaha Skutt 21-17.

Tate Nachtigal and Britton Kemling break up a late pass as the Huskies hang on to defeat Omaha Skutt 21-17.

Huskies down Skutt for return trip to finals

Richard Rhoden
Friday, November 12, 2021
Aurora's two biggest plays on the football field Friday night came from first-year players who normally take to the basketball floor.  The Huskies rallied from 10 down to defeat Omaha Skutt 21-17 Friday night in the Class B semifinals, making its second consecutive state finals appearance.
Carlos Collazo tied Aurora's school record with 285 rushing yards in Aurora's 34-14 win over Scottsbluff Friday in the Class B quarterfinals.

Carlos Collazo tied Aurora's school record with 285 rushing yards in Aurora's 34-14 win over Scottsbluff Friday in the Class B quarterfinals.

Collazo carries Huskies to semis

Richard Rhoden
Friday, November 5, 2021
Carlos Collazo may not be human.  The Aurora junior ran through and past Scottsbluff's defense, tying Aurora's single-game school record for rushing yards with 285 on 29 carries and four touchdowns as Aurora defeated Scottsbluff, 34-14 Friday night in the Class B quarterfinals.
Aurora's bid for a state volleyball tournament appearance fell a game short, losing to GINW Saturday in the B-6 final.

Aurora's bid for a state volleyball tournament appearance fell a game short, losing to GINW Saturday in the B-6 final.

GINW edges Aurora in B-6 final

Richard Rhoden
Saturday, October 30, 2021
The atmosphere was electric and the play on the court matched the intensity.  Aurora had the advantage first, but Grand Island Northwest had the last laugh, defeating the Lady Huskies in four, 23-25, 25-22, 25-17 and 25-21 in the B-6 district final from GINW Saturday morning.
Gage Griffith wrestles Lexington's ballcarrier to the ground in Aurora's 47-7 win over the Minutemen Friday.

Gage Griffith wrestles Lexington's ballcarrier to the ground in Aurora's 47-7 win over the Minutemen Friday.

Huskies roll Lexington in first round

Richard Rhoden
Friday, October 29, 2021
Aurora's trek through the Class B playoffs began in smothering fashion.  The Huskies won the turnover battle, blocked multiple punts and shut down Lexington's offense as Aurora rolled to a 49-7 win in the first round of the Class B playoffs.
Aurora will play at GINW in the B-6 district final Saturday beginning at 9 a.m.

Aurora will play at GINW in the B-6 district final Saturday beginning at 9 a.m.

Area teams set for district finals

Richard Rhoden
Thursday, October 28, 2021
Two area teams will compete Saturday for a spot in next week's state volleyball tournament in Lincoln.  Aurora (15-18) will play an all-too-familiar opponent, taking on Grand Island Northwest (23-11) Saturday at 11 a.m. in GI.
Aurora has earned the No. 2 seed for the Class B playoffs, opening with Lexington at home Friday night.

Aurora has earned the No. 2 seed for the Class B playoffs, opening with Lexington at home Friday night.

Aurora earns No. 2 seed in Class B playoffs

Richard Rhoden
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Aurora enters the Class B playoffs as hot as anyone, riding a seven-game win streak and playing its best football of the year.  The Huskies (7-2) were rewarded the No. 2 seed in the Class B playoffs and will play No. 15 Lexington (4-5) at home Friday night.
Britton Kemling scored twice, including a pick six in Aurora's 50-14 win over Seward.

Britton Kemling scored twice, including a pick six in Aurora's 50-14 win over Seward.

Huskies roll Seward for district title

Richard Rhoden
Friday, October 22, 2021
Aurora and Seward was billed as a Class B top 10 showdown with a district championship on the line.  A huge start from the Huskies snowballed into a rout as Aurora defeated Seward 50-14 on its home field to win the district crown.
Carsen Staehr recorded 7 receptions for 77 yards and a touchdown in Aurora's 41-27 win over GINW Friday night.

Carsen Staehr recorded 7 receptions for 77 yards and a touchdown in Aurora's 41-27 win over GINW Friday night.

Friday night roundup week 8

Richard Rhoden
Friday, October 15, 2021
Playoff football weather was in the air Friday night, giving a preview of what's to come during week eight of the high school football season.  All four area teams were on the road Friday with Aurora picking up the lone win.
Kasey Schuster battles at the net during Aurora's two-set win over Lexington Thursday.

Kasey Schuster battles at the net during Aurora's two-set win over Lexington Thursday.

Aurora splits day one conference play

Richard Rhoden
Thursday, October 14, 2021
The beginning of the Central Conference tournament for the defending champ Aurora Huskies was a roller coaster ride. York gave them plenty of problems early, defeating Aurora in two, 25-18 and 25-20 before coming back to beat Lexington in the following match, 25-16 and 26-24.
Elena Kuehner was the gold medal winner of the C-4 district race Thursday from Streeter Park.

Elena Kuehner was the gold medal winner of the C-4 district race Thursday from Streeter Park.

Kuehner, Lady Huskies win gold

Richard Rhoden
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Elena Kuehner didn't have anyone to run with at Thursday's C-4 district race. That's because she dusted the field.  The Lady Husky senior won gold at the C-4 district event at Streeter Park in Aurora, winning the race by 26 seconds and helping Aurora to a district title as a team.