Sports

Briar Cliff run to national semifinals includes local link
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Taylor Sodeman played big role in team’s NAIA finish Briar Cliff University, along with St. James graduate Taylor… Login to continue reading Login…

Improved Saints honor season at annual banquet
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Team hopes strong finish means more success next season On the heels of an impressive late-season surge, the… Login to continue reading Login…

Saints’ girls celebrate banner season
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Strong finish, several returning players give reason for optimism The 2024-25 St. James Area hoops season for girls… Login to continue reading Login…
St. James skaters complete hockey season
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Skating with the Windom hockey program, St. James talent is present through the levels, contributing to the success.… Login to continue reading Login…
Pheasants Forever chapter plans 22nd annual banquet
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Event helps fund organization’s efforts to improve local habitat Watonwan County’s Pheasants Forever banquet is set for Monday,… Login to continue reading Login…
Game & Fish Club holds annual meeting
The St. James American Legion hosted the Annual Membership Meeting for the Watonwan County Game & Fish Club on March 17. Several topics were covered… Login to continue reading Login…
Local youth hoists trophy to envy of neighborhood
BY LEE CARLSONFor the Plaindealer At the tender age of 10 years, Calvin Tetzloff accomplished a feat only three others have accomplished in the history… Login to continue reading Login…
Cyclones whirl into state tourney season
The St. James Cyclones youth wrestling program cheered on five wrestlers at the MN/USA State Tournament March 14-16, and the team earned a trip to the NYWA tourney on March 16. Four individuals returned with state placing medals that included a pair of state titles for Lola Barrett and Bryce Siem.
March brings state basketball tournaments
BY LEE CARLSONFor the Plaindealer Last week’s Minnesota State High School League Tournament for girls basketball is complete and when Saturday passes, the boys champions… Login to continue reading Login…

New mat will usher in second SJM season
BY LEE CARLSONFor the Plaindealer Fresh off the heels of a successful inaugural season for the St. James-Madelia wrestling team, wrestlers and fans alike will… Login to continue reading Login…