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Brady’s Kenlee Fattig goes on the attack during the Eagles’ season opener against Anselmo-Merna on Aug. 27. Brady pushed the Coyotes to five sets before falling 3-2. (Photo courtesy Brady Public School)

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Eagles Battle Through Five-Set Season Opener

Kate Axthelm

Thursday, September 3, 2026

The Brady volleyball team opened its 2026 season with a battle on the road Thursday, Aug. 27, taking Anselmo-Merna to five sets before falling 3-2.The match went back and forth throughout the night, with neither team able to win consecutive sets.

Seniors on the 2026 Swede volleyball squad are, from left: Jada Frederick, Zoe Beveridge, Ellaray Koch, and Grace Evert.

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Swede Volleyball Looks to Rebuild Under Experienced Coaching

Ellen Mortensen

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Entering his 12th season as head coach of the Gothenburg High School volleyball team, Coach Bryson Mahlberg has enjoyed a lot of success over the years.

The 2026 GHS volleyball team members

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The 2026 GHS volleyball team members

News Staff

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

The 2026 GHS volleyball team members are, front row, from left: Greenlee Jeffries, Greer Tiller, Shayne Kinnan, Zoe Beveridge, Ellaray Koch, Grace Evert, Addy Evert, and Jada Frederick; Row two: Lily Fritton, Riley Flesch, Kinley Foster, Addi Jesseph, Bodey Tederman, Lauren Mroczek, and Teegan...

New Coach, New Excitement for Swede Football

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New Coach, New Excitement for Swede Football

Ellen Mortensen

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

The 2026 Gothenburg High School football season kicks off this evening, Aug. 27, with a home game against Cozad. Leading the Swedes will be first-year Head Coach Riley Freeland, who shared that he is excited to get the ball - in this case, pigskin - rolling!

Seniors on the men’s GHS cross country team this season are, from left: Lucas Therrien, Tyler Hetz, Blake Rickertsen, and Trenton Miller.

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State Medal Winners to Lead Swede Cross Country in 2026

Ellen Mortensen

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Head Coach Tony Neels and long-time Assistant Coach Steve Reeves have built a dynasty with the cross country program at Gothenburg High School.

Swede Softball Looks to Build on Young Team

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Swede Softball Looks to Build on Young Team

Ellen Mortensen

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

The Gothenburg High School girls’ softball team kicked off the 2026 season at McCook on Aug. 20, followed by a tournament in Lexington on Aug. 22.Leading the Swedes for her second year as head coach and third year with the team will be Ally Erickson.

The 2025-26 Gothenburg girls’ volleyball team was recently honored with a team academic award from the American Volleyball Coaches Association. The team is also one of 11 GHS teams recognized for outstanding academic achievement during the 2025-26 school year. (Photo courtesy Rebecca Jacobsen)

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Swedes Continue to Earn Honors For 2025-26 Season

Ellen Mortensen

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Practice for the Gothenburg High School fall sports teams officially begins on Monday, Aug. 10. As the Swedes gear up for the 2026-27 school year and season, accolades continue to roll in for the outstanding performances the teams garnered in 2025-26.

The parents of the Gothenburg Junior Melons baseball team continued to show their support throughout the season, demonstrated here with their theme-based attire during the area tournament. (Photo courtesy Shiloh Schultz)

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Recap of Junior Melons Season for the Ages

Ethan Olsen

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

The Gothenburg Junior Melons recently finished their season after dropping their last game in an absolute heartbreaking 5-7 loss to Holdrege in the area championship. This loss did not demonstrate the truly immaculate season the Melons had.

The Dawson County Outlaws, made up of boys from Gothenburg and Lexington, won the state AA baseball tournament championship on July 19. (Photo courtesy Jamie Slonecker)

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Dawson County Team Wins 10U Championship

Submitted By Jamie Slonecker

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

The area 10U team from Dawson County made up of Gothenburg and Lexington boys competed in the Nebraska USSSA 10U AA baseball tournament July 17-19 in Lincoln. The first day the DC Outlaws went 2-0 with some great wins and exciting moments.

Brothers Earn Medals at State Games

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Brothers Earn Medals at State Games

Ellen Mortensen

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

For the past 42 years, Nebraska has hosted the Cornhusker State Games – an opportunity for top-quality amateur athletes to compete in a wide range of activities. This year's games were held July 9-19 at more than 70 sites in Lincoln, Omaha, and surrounding communities.

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