Josiah Mann gets around the left corner and scores on a short touchdown during Rib Lake’s offensive scrimmage session against Gilman Friday in Cornell. The Redmen kick off their 2026 season tonight, Thursday, at home against Cornell at 7 p.m. MATT FREY/THE STAR NEWS
A WIAA Division 2 state qualifier last fall in the 100-yard breaststroke, junior Sophie Sperl is one of 14 returning swimmers on the roster for this year’s Medford Raiders, who dive into their new season today, Thursday, at the Merrill Outdoor Relays. MATT FREY/THE STAR NEWS
Senior Kady Weix sends a strong return over the net while playing teammate Raylin Rothmeier during Medford’s Aug. 11 practice. The Raiders got the year off to a 2-1 start Saturday in Amery and host Merrill today, Thursday, at 4:30 p.m. in their GNC and home opener for the 2026 girls tennis season. MATT FREY/THE STAR NEWS
