As the Hastings men’s bowling team continues their historic season, currently ranking third in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) poll, Senior Blake Earnest is adding to the list of accomplishments. On Feb. 16, the senior from Wood River, Nebraska qualified for the U.S. Open. After invitations are sent out to members of Team USA and Junior Team USA, as well as other major … Continue reading Earnest qualifies for U.S. Open
As the winter sport season comes to a close, so does the first season of the new Head Cheer and Dance Coach Jordan Smith, who took over from Mikaelah Molifua last month. “I had previously volunteered coaching stunting for some of the members of the current team. So, it was an honor and a privilege to be able to come back to help them crush … Continue reading Cheer, Dance look to regionals
The Hastings College Bowling team continued their strong season as the team completed their final regular season home tournament, Bronco Blast IIV, on Feb. 1. HC played 36 baker games, with the men, who currently rank third in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) poll, finishing first out of ten teams and the women, who are currently receiving votes in the NAIA poll, coming … Continue reading Men’s, women’s bowling third in NAIA polls
In the midst of a three-match losing streak, the Broncos managed to get back in the victory circle, defeating Bethany College 36-22 on Feb. 7, their Senior Night. HC started off slower than they expected, having leads in their first two matches, but eventually getting pinned in both. “We had good leads in those first two matches and then we give up pins so that’s … Continue reading Wrestling makes comeback
With the critical National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), National Qualifier tournament just three weeks away, First-Year Edrich Nortje (known as Eddie among teammates) has been waiting a long time for this moment. Hailing from South Africa, Nortje came to Hastings this season with high expectations for himself due to his success back home, where he won many national championships. Nortje currently has a record … Continue reading South African adapts to North American wrestling
Note: Some information in this article first appeared in a previous story published exclusively online on January 22, 2020. To read the preceding article, click here. While the season has been full of highs and lows for the Hastings College men’s basketball team, the team has been able to steady the ship. The Broncos are currently sitting 12-10 overall, with 5-7 in the Great Plains … Continue reading Men’s Basketball scores win over Dakota Wesleyan
While the Hastings College football season ended on Nov 16 in a 23-point loss to Dakota Wesleyan University, Senior Defensive Lineman Abdul Marei will get the opportunity to play one more collegiate game. Just before the season started in late August, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced that Marei would be one of the 116 seniors qualified to play in the game on … Continue reading Marei to play NAIA invitational game at semester’s end
While the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics National Tournament is not until March 2020, both the men’s and women’s bowling teams have been preparing since September. In order to qualify for nationals, as both teams hope to do so again this year, they must participate in 10 tournaments, which are all set up prior to the start of the season. Both teams have bowled at … Continue reading Bowling team on pace to make nationals in spring
As Hastings College athletics nears the end of the regular season for fall sports, the men’s and women’s cross country teams are preparing for their Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) championship meet. “Our men wanted to finish in the top half of conference and they’ll have a shot to do that. (For) women, it’s kind of a complete rebuilding year, so it was just kind … Continue reading Cross Country looks to finish strong at conference
In the midst of a four-game slide, Senior Wide Receiver Keiotey Stenhouse continues to be a bright spot for the Broncos. Stenhouse hails from Pacoima, California. He spent his first two years at Los Angeles Pierce College (LAPC), hauling in 35 passes for 342 yards and two touchdowns. While the weather is an obvious difference between California and Nebraska, Stenhouse mentioned how he did appreciate … Continue reading Stenhouse returns to make impact on Bronco football team
