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One of the jobs of the libero is team leader, and here senior Ellaray Koch works to fire up her team with teammate Lauren Mroczek by her side.

One of the jobs of the libero is team leader, and here senior Ellaray Koch works to fire up her team with teammate Lauren Mroczek by her side.

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Grueling Week of Volleyball For Lady Swedes

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Last week was a busy one on the volleyball court for the Lady Swedes, who began the week on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at North Platte St. Pat’s before entering a grueling weekend of play at their own Harvest Festival tournament.The Swedes were firing on all cylinders in the opening set against St. Pat’s...
Callen Johnson (#10) prepares to set up a block as QB Dillon Floyd (#14) hands the ball off to Braden Ehlers (#11) earlier this season. Ehlers and Floyd teamed up for 3 rushing touchdowns against Ogallala last week, while Johnson was credited with 5 tackles on the night.

Callen Johnson (#10) prepares to set up a block as QB Dillon Floyd (#14) hands the ball off to Braden Ehlers (#11) earlier this season. Ehlers and Floyd teamed up for 3 rushing touchdowns against Ogallala last week, while Johnson was credited with 5 tackles on the night.

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Swedes Roll Past Indians to Remain Undefeated

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The Swedes remain unbeaten on the football field in 2026, as they steamrolled the Ogallala Indians in Ogallala on Friday, Sept. 18, by a final score of 43-6.The Swedes finished the night with 210 rushing yards, compared to only 45 for the Indians.
The senior Swede softball players and their parents were recognized on Sept. 15. Pictured from left are: Taye Herrick with parents Arlie Maurer and John Herrick; Skylar Garza and her parents David and Ashley Garza; and Aubrey Cross with her parents Jessica and Henry Cross. (Leader photos by Megan Aden)

The senior Swede softball players and their parents were recognized on Sept. 15. Pictured from left are: Taye Herrick with parents Arlie Maurer and John Herrick; Skylar Garza and her parents David and Ashley Garza; and Aubrey Cross with her parents Jessica and Henry Cross. (Leader photos by Megan Aden)

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Seniors Honored in Season’s Final Home Game

Megan Aden
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
In true Nebraska fashion, an abrupt shift in temperature gave the Swede softball team some reprieve from the heat, but added challenges with wet conditions.On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the Swedes headed to Kearney to take on the Kearney Catholic Stars.
Adyson Stevens concentrates on her swing last Tuesday in a tournament at Wild Horse Golf Club.

Adyson Stevens concentrates on her swing last Tuesday in a tournament at Wild Horse Golf Club.

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Swedes Host Golf Invite as Season End Nears

News Staff
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The Gothenburg girls’ golf team hosted an invitational tournament at Wild Horse Golf Club on Tuesday, Sept. 15, with 13 schools represented. Valentine won the team championship, with Cozad finishing as runner-up and McCook in third place.
Busy Week Prepares Lady Swedes For Harvest Festival Invite

Busy Week Prepares Lady Swedes For Harvest Festival Invite

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Busy Week Prepares Lady Swedes For Harvest Festival Invite

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
It was a busy week for the Gothenburg varsity volleyball team with a home game against Ord, a road game at South Loup, and a tournament in Cozad. The Lady Swedes went 3-2 on the week.On Tuesday, Sept. 8, the Ord Chanticleers came to town and proved to be a tough opponent.
Senior Jaxon Earll leads the Swedes onto the field for last week’s game against Mitchell. Gothenburg improved its record to 3-0 with a 45-29 win. (Leader photos by Charity Wyatt)

Senior Jaxon Earll leads the Swedes onto the field for last week’s game against Mitchell. Gothenburg improved its record to 3-0 with a 45-29 win. (Leader photos by Charity Wyatt)

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High-Scoring Game Keeps Swedes’ Win Streak Alive

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Swedes remain undefeated through the first three games of the season, as they welcomed the Mitchell Tigers to the gridiron on Friday, Sept. 11.
Weather Shortens Invite, Seniors Honored Tonight

Weather Shortens Invite, Seniors Honored Tonight

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Weather Shortens Invite, Seniors Honored Tonight

Megan Aden
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
After a week off from game play, the abrupt shift in weather on Saturday, Sept. 12, threatened to give the Lady Swede softball team a few extra days off.
All five members of the Gothenburg varsity girls’ golf team shot their best rounds of the season in Lexington last week. From left are: Amelia Haas, Adyson Stevens, Alexavia Mendez, Lily Sics, and Ashlyn Hoffman. (Photo courtesy GPS)

All five members of the Gothenburg varsity girls’ golf team shot their best rounds of the season in Lexington last week. From left are: Amelia Haas, Adyson Stevens, Alexavia Mendez, Lily Sics, and Ashlyn Hoffman. (Photo courtesy GPS)

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Lady Swedes Continue to Improve on Golf Course

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Gothenburg High School girls’ golf team competed in two meets last week. On Tuesday, Sept. 8, the team traveled to Broken Bow, and on Thursday, Sept. 11, the Swedes competed in an invitational in Lexington.At Broken Bow, Adyson Stevens led the Swedes with a season-best 9-hole 57.
Ava Foster goes up for a block during the Eagles’ Sept. 10 home match against Arapahoe. Brady took the third set before falling to the Warriors 3-1.

Ava Foster goes up for a block during the Eagles’ Sept. 10 home match against Arapahoe. Brady took the third set before falling to the Warriors 3-1.

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Brady Volleyball Battles Through Tough Week

Kate Axthelm
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Brady volleyball team had a busy week of competition, playing six matches over five days, including a triangular at Paxton, a home matchup with Arapahoe and the Seven Valleys Tournament in Callaway.Brady opened the week Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Paxton triangular.
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