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Aurora’s Adi Fahrnbruch slides into second just ahead of the tag during a 6-1 win over Centennial Aug. 31. Fahrnbruch has five stolen bases on the year so far and is hitting .432 at the plate.

Aurora’s Adi Fahrnbruch slides into second just ahead of the tag during a 6-1 win over Centennial Aug. 31. Fahrnbruch has five stolen bases on the year so far and is hitting .432 at the plate.

Lady Huskies down Dukes for first time in seven years

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Not even Mother Nature herself could keep Aurora from adding to its impressive start to the season.  Aurora trailed at York 8-6 and was just stepping to the plate to start the sixth when the skies opened up.
Aurora’s Wade Ohlson nearly gets his big mitt on a Trey Bird pass in the second half of the Huskies’ 55-44 loss to Bennington Friday night.

Aurora’s Wade Ohlson nearly gets his big mitt on a Trey Bird pass in the second half of the Huskies’ 55-44 loss to Bennington Friday night.

A fingertip away

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Aurora christened its new field turf in traditional Husky aggressiveness -- a game-opening onside kick.  From there, the fight only continued to intensify with explosive plays and mountainous momentum swings.
Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Boerkircher brothers relish first on-field experience

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Nebraska’s win Saturday over FCS Fordham will be long forgotten by many. While it was a much-needed win for a confidence-starved group, it just won’t register for most fans.  However, Nebraska’s 52-7 win over Fordham will be remembered for a long time by the Boerkircher brothers.
Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Former Huskies take Big Red reps

Richard Rhoden
Saturday, September 4, 2021
A trio of former Aurora standouts each found the field for the Nebraska football team Saturday.  Austin Allen alongside brothers Ian and Nate Boerkircher each saw playing time in the Huskers' 52-7 win against Fordham Saturday in Nebraska's home-opener.
Mack Owens battles up the middle during Aurora's 55-44 loss to Bennington Friday.

Mack Owens battles up the middle during Aurora's 55-44 loss to Bennington Friday.

Friday night roundup week 2

Richard Rhoden
Friday, September 3, 2021
A pair of area teams notched first wins of the season on a picture-perfect Friday for football.  High Plains and Hampton picked up wins and each moved to 1-1 on the season while Aurora and Giltner each lost, falling to 0-2.
Aurora celebrates a point during its five-set win over York Thursday.

Aurora celebrates a point during its five-set win over York Thursday.

Aurora survives York in five

Richard Rhoden
Thursday, September 2, 2021
Feeding on its home crowd during Homecoming week, the end result was sweet for Aurora.  The Lady Huskies rallied from a 2-1 deficit to defeat York in five sets, 25-17, 17-25, 27-29, 25-20 and 15-6 Thursday night. The fourth set was tooth and nail until Aurora scored six of eight to lead 17-12.
Kaelin Sparr sends a liner to left during Aurora's 6-1 win over Centennial.

Kaelin Sparr sends a liner to left during Aurora's 6-1 win over Centennial.

Timely contact lifts Aurora past Centennial

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Offense at the right time and another gem on the mound helped Aurora to its fourth home win in five tries.  The Lady Huskies defeated Centennial 6-1 at home Tuesday night after building an early lead and never looking back.
Giltner’s defense, including pictured players Jax Wiesen (22) and Connor Craig (88) wrestle Heartland’s Kale Wetjen (4) to the grass during Giltner’s 52-14 loss to the Huskies in the season-opener Friday night.

Giltner’s defense, including pictured players Jax Wiesen (22) and Connor Craig (88) wrestle Heartland’s Kale Wetjen (4) to the grass during Giltner’s 52-14 loss to the Huskies in the season-opener Friday night.

Hornets lose track of Huskies in season opener

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Coming into the season, Giltner wanted to change its identity to more of a smash-mouth, hard-hitting football team.  The Hornets had opportunities Friday night, but too many mistakes and mental errors set Giltner behind the 8-ball in a 52-14 loss to Heartland on its home field.
One of the highlight plays for Aurora Friday was this fourth-down stop at the start of the third quarter, though an interception on the next play gave North Platte the momentum for good.

One of the highlight plays for Aurora Friday was this fourth-down stop at the start of the third quarter, though an interception on the next play gave North Platte the momentum for good.

Slow start costly in Huskies’ opener

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
After a slow start in the season opener, the Aurora Huskies scored two touchdowns just before the half and looked poised to battle North Platte to the finish Friday before a costly turnover put the momentum back on the host Bulldogs sidelines for good.
Isaac Bisbee finished 10th at the season-opening Vince Zavala Invite in Grand Island Friday.

Isaac Bisbee finished 10th at the season-opening Vince Zavala Invite in Grand Island Friday.

Bisbee finishes top 10 at GINW

News Staff
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
What was touted as a pre-season warm up race proved anything but Friday in Grand Island as the Aurora boys faced tough competition and even tougher running conditions.