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Brady Eagle State Track athletes, from left to right: Andrew Karchner, discus; Payton Stienike, 100m, 100m hurdles, 300m hurdles, long jump; Tyler Roe, shot put; Kenlee Fattig, shot put, discus. (Photo courtesy of BPS)

Brady Eagle State Track athletes, from left to right: Andrew Karchner, discus; Payton Stienike, 100m, 100m hurdles, 300m hurdles, long jump; Tyler Roe, shot put; Kenlee Fattig, shot put, discus. (Photo courtesy of BPS)

Stienike, Fattig Bring Home Hardware at NSAA State Class D Track

Alisa Mullen
Thursday, June 4, 2026
After a banner season on the track, four Brady Eagles wrapped up their 2026 season with a trip to Omaha May 22-23 to compete in the state track championships. Two of those competitors came home with hardware for their efforts.
The Brady School Board approved a bid for repurposing the old library rooms this month as school wraps up for the summer. Board members are, front row from left: President Ryan Stearns, Bryan Franzen; back row: Marge Spencer, Tina Golter, Sara Gentry, Nicole Miller. (Photo courtesy BPS)

The Brady School Board approved a bid for repurposing the old library rooms this month as school wraps up for the summer. Board members are, front row from left: President Ryan Stearns, Bryan Franzen; back row: Marge Spencer, Tina Golter, Sara Gentry, Nicole Miller. (Photo courtesy BPS)

Brady BOE Accepts Library Project Bid at May Meeting

News Staff
Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Brady Public Schools Board of Education approved more than $390,000 in May claims, heard updates on summer programs and facility projects, and accepted a bid for remodeling the former library space during its regular meeting May 11.
The Gothenburg men’s 4x400 relay team broke the school record in that event on their way to winning district gold last week and qualifying for the Nebraska State Track & Field Championships. Members of the team are, from left: Maddox Gilligan, Evan Johnson, Bryson Neels, and Callen Johnson. (Photo courtesy Bryson Neels)

The Gothenburg men’s 4x400 relay team broke the school record in that event on their way to winning district gold last week and qualifying for the Nebraska State Track & Field Championships. Members of the team are, from left: Maddox Gilligan, Evan Johnson, Bryson Neels, and Callen Johnson. (Photo courtesy Bryson Neels)

Johnson Brothers Are In It To Win It

Ellen Mortensen
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Gothenburg senior Evan Johnson will be making his third trip to the Nebraska State Track and Field Championships in Omaha this week. However, this year is different. This year, Evan will be competing with - and against his little brother.
ABOVE: The 2025-26 12-sport athletes are, from left: Boone Tederman, Landon Mroczek, Axel Jorgenson, Ellie Wyatt, Halsey Thomalla, Rileigh McClay, Peyton Hilbers, Kaitlyn Hecox, and Lindly Anderson. RIGHT: The 2026 Outstanding Athletes are Landon Mroczek and Halsey Thomalla. Not pictured Evan Johnson (Photos courtesy Marc Mroczek)

ABOVE: The 2025-26 12-sport athletes are, from left: Boone Tederman, Landon Mroczek, Axel Jorgenson, Ellie Wyatt, Halsey Thomalla, Rileigh McClay, Peyton Hilbers, Kaitlyn Hecox, and Lindly Anderson. RIGHT: The 2026 Outstanding Athletes are Landon Mroczek and Halsey Thomalla. Not pictured Evan Johnson (Photos courtesy Marc Mroczek)

Athletes Recognized at Spring Sports Program

Ellen Mortensen
Thursday, June 4, 2026
During the Gothenburg High School spring sports program held Monday, May 11, a number of Swede senior athletes were recognized as 12-sport athletes.To achieve that, students must participate in three sports each year throughout their high school career.
A number of school track and field records fell this year at GHS. New records were set by, from left: Bryson Neels – 400m, 800m, 4x400m relay; Maddox Gilligan – 4x400m relay; Lily Fritton – tied record in high jump; Callen Johnson – 4x400 relay; Evan Johnson – 4x400 relay. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)

A number of school track and field records fell this year at GHS. New records were set by, from left: Bryson Neels – 400m, 800m, 4x400m relay; Maddox Gilligan – 4x400m relay; Lily Fritton – tied record in high jump; Callen Johnson – 4x400 relay; Evan Johnson – 4x400 relay. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)

Women B-6 Runner-Up, Men District Champs in Eight Events

News Staff
Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Gothenburg women’s track team is your NSAA B-6 District Runner-Up!In a season that has been filled with accomplishments, the Swede track and field teams added yet another feather to their caps at the B-5 District meet on Tuesday, May 12.
Gothenburg’s Teegan Stevens returns the ball in her match against Campbell Dunham of Kearney Catholic last week.

Gothenburg’s Teegan Stevens returns the ball in her match against Campbell Dunham of Kearney Catholic last week.

Swedes Wrap Up Regular Season, Prepare For State Tennis

Megan Aden
Thursday, June 4, 2026
The regular season has officially wrapped up for the Lady Swedes tennis team. The girls headed to Lexington on Tuesday, May 12, for a triangular with the Minutemaids and Adams Central and then to Kearney on Thursday, May 14, for a dual with the Kearney Catholic Stars.
Tyler Roe punched his ticket to state with a personal best throw in the shot put and a silver medal in the event. (Leader photo by Darcee Ridenour)

Tyler Roe punched his ticket to state with a personal best throw in the shot put and a silver medal in the event. (Leader photo by Darcee Ridenour)

Four Eagles Punch Their Ticket to State Track

Alisa Mullen
Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Eagles flew high at Paxton last Wednesday, May 13 for the NSAA District D-8 meet, ending the day with four athletes qualifying for the state competition.
2026 National Honor Society inductees, front row from left: Andrew Robison, Reann Davis, Kyla Sager, Lillyan Sheets. Back row: Katie Loostrum, Marlee Seamann, Robbie McConville, and Hope Correll. (Photos courtesy of BPS)

2026 National Honor Society inductees, front row from left: Andrew Robison, Reann Davis, Kyla Sager, Lillyan Sheets. Back row: Katie Loostrum, Marlee Seamann, Robbie McConville, and Hope Correll. (Photos courtesy of BPS)

Eagles Receive Awards, Honor Inductees in May Ceremonies

Alisa Mullen
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Brady Public Schools celebrated more than just graduation as their 2026 school year came to a close this month. On Monday, May 4, the National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony followed by the Academic Awards Night on Thursday, May 7, honoring stand-out Eagles for the year.
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