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William McVay slides into the base during a close play against Minden on June 19. (Photos courtesy Shiloh Schultz)

William McVay slides into the base during a close play against Minden on June 19. (Photos courtesy Shiloh Schultz)

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Crucial Hitting by Minden sees the Melons Drop Second Game

Ethan Olsen
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The Gothenburg Junior Melons had a busy week last week with four games, including rival Ogallala and highly ranked Minden. The Melons went 3-1 for the week, and in the three wins, the Melons outscored their opponents 35-14.
Craig Haake retired at the end of the 2025-26 school year after coaching the Swede football team for 37 years. He will be missed. (Photo by Charity Wyatt)

Craig Haake retired at the end of the 2025-26 school year after coaching the Swede football team for 37 years. He will be missed. (Photo by Charity Wyatt)

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Haake Leaves Indelible Mark on Swede Football

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
While it seems a little early to be thinking about fall sports with summer vacation just getting underway, it will be here before we know it. In fact, summer football camp at Gothenburg High School begins July 6.However, the 2026-27 Swede sideline will look a little different.
Gothenburg pitcher William McVay faces a Lexington batter on Friday, June 12, with Evan Geiser at catcher. The Junior Melons were able to keep their win streak alive by beating Lexington 7-6. (Photo courtesy Kim Johnson)

Gothenburg pitcher William McVay faces a Lexington batter on Friday, June 12, with Evan Geiser at catcher. The Junior Melons were able to keep their win streak alive by beating Lexington 7-6. (Photo courtesy Kim Johnson)

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Junior Melons Win a Close One to Keep Streak Alive

Ethan Olsen
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Gothenburg Junior Melons took the field for their first home games of the season last week, as they hosted Alma on Monday, Ogallala on Wednesday, and a doubleheader with Kimball on Saturday.
Members of the 2026 Gothenburg swim team are, front row, from left: Maeli Blecha, Haven Wolf, Paetyn Meyer, Boden Wolf, Braylen Jorgenson, Ella Madsen, Brecklynn Brown, Adalynn Jorgenson, and Harper Bogus; middle row: Adelyn Meyer, Sophie Madsen, Emersyn Meyer, Layla Hagin, and Charli Blecha; back row: Brant Miller (assistant coach), Tyler Hetz, Logan Feather (assistant coach), and Lisa Jorgenson (head coach). Not pictured: Austin Madsen and Blake McNulty. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)

Members of the 2026 Gothenburg swim team are, front row, from left: Maeli Blecha, Haven Wolf, Paetyn Meyer, Boden Wolf, Braylen Jorgenson, Ella Madsen, Brecklynn Brown, Adalynn Jorgenson, and Harper Bogus; middle row: Adelyn Meyer, Sophie Madsen, Emersyn Meyer, Layla Hagin, and Charli Blecha; back row: Brant Miller (assistant coach), Tyler Hetz, Logan Feather (assistant coach), and Lisa Jorgenson (head coach). Not pictured: Austin Madsen and Blake McNulty. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)

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Season Underway For Gothenburg Swim Team

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Gothenburg swim team kicked off the 2026 season by hosting a home meet on Saturday, June 6, with teams from Elwood, Minden, and Cozad joining Team GO for the competition. The teams are all members of the PlainstSunami League.
Andrew Salomon slides into home plate as the Gothenburg Melons went on to defeat Broken Bow on the road on June 1. (Photo courtesy Kim Johnson)

Andrew Salomon slides into home plate as the Gothenburg Melons went on to defeat Broken Bow on the road on June 1. (Photo courtesy Kim Johnson)

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Melons Roll The Bats in High-Scoring Win at Loomis

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The Gothenburg Junior Melons had a big second inning in Broken Bow on Monday, June 1, coming up with 6 runs on their way to a dominant 11-3 win. The Melons finished the game with 12 hits.
Marissa Gallegos returns to Gothenburg June 24-26 as one of the clinicians for this year’s Legends Wrestling Camp at Gothenburg High School. All kids 2nd - 12th grade interested in wrestling are encouraged to register by calling 402-890-4238. (Photo courtesy Marissa Gallegos)

Marissa Gallegos returns to Gothenburg June 24-26 as one of the clinicians for this year’s Legends Wrestling Camp at Gothenburg High School. All kids 2nd - 12th grade interested in wrestling are encouraged to register by calling 402-890-4238. (Photo courtesy Marissa Gallegos)

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Nation’s Legendary Wrestlers Coming to Gothenburg

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Gothenburg High School wrestling coach Tom Scott says he had a vision for several years of creating a camp that would equip young wrestlers in Gothenburg and the surrounding area with skills and techniques to help make them better at their sport.
Boone Tederman, left, and Landon Mroczek represented GHS in the annual Black & Gold High School All-Star Game Saturday in Sutherland. (Photo courtesy GHS)

Boone Tederman, left, and Landon Mroczek represented GHS in the annual Black & Gold High School All-Star Game Saturday in Sutherland. (Photo courtesy GHS)

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Local Athletes Selected for NPCC All-Star Game

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
North Platte Community College hosted its second annual Black & Gold High School All-Star Game on June 6. The event showcases outstanding student-athletes from across western Nebraska and northeastern Colorado, all of whom were nominated by their high school coaches.
Representing Gothenburg High School at the NSAA State High School Tennis Tournament last week were, from left, Zoe Beveridge, Briony Aden, Grace Evert, Lindly Anderson, Aliyah Carlson, Peyton Hilbers, and alternate Teegan Stevens. (Courtesy photo)

Representing Gothenburg High School at the NSAA State High School Tennis Tournament last week were, from left, Zoe Beveridge, Briony Aden, Grace Evert, Lindly Anderson, Aliyah Carlson, Peyton Hilbers, and alternate Teegan Stevens. (Courtesy photo)

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Three GHS Seniors End Tennis Careers in Lincoln

Megan Aden
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
After a long season that saw immense growth in a young team, the Lady Swede tennis season came to an end in Lincoln on Tuesday, May 26 at the state tournament. While no medals were brought home, the Swedes fought hard against tough competition, showing true grit and determination.
Swede Golf Team Concludes Respectable 2026 Season

Swede Golf Team Concludes Respectable 2026 Season

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Swede Golf Team Concludes Respectable 2026 Season

Ellen Mortensen
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Indianhead Golf Club in Grand Island was the site of the 2026 NSAA High School State Boys Golf Championships, with Class C taking the course for two days of competition.The first round was played on Wednesday, May 27, for the Swedes, who qualified as a team for the tournament.
Bryson Neels just finished his sophomore year at GHS where he set a new 800m record. Running, he says, has always been a big part of his life. (Photo courtesy Tony Neels)

Bryson Neels just finished his sophomore year at GHS where he set a new 800m record. Running, he says, has always been a big part of his life. (Photo courtesy Tony Neels)

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Neels Breaks 54-Year Old Record…Twice

Ellen Mortensen
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
We are likely all familiar with the adage, “Records are made to be broken.” It seems some take that phrase to heart a little more than others. Bryson Neels is one of them.Some of his earliest memories revolve around a high school track, where his dad, Tony, coached.
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