Sports


101st State Amateur Tourney begins this weekend.
With games scheduled for Jordan, Belle Plaine, Green Isle and Shakopee, the 2024 State Amateur Tournament begins on Friday, August 16th.

Unique repairman revives tools of the diamond
Jimmy Lonetti operates the only storefront in the country, D&J Glove Repair, dedicated solely to repairing baseball gloves.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Thursday, August 15thVolleyball at scrimmage in Fairmont • 9:00AMTennis Tournament • 9:00AMvs Blue Earth Area/Pine City/St.

Godahl softball finishes perfect season
The Godahl ballfields stay busy during the summer and the softball team was extra busy, winning every game they played.

Lenz family celebrates with first pitch
Major league baseball teams feature all kinds of choices for the ceremonial 1st pitch before a game and a familiar face recently led a group onto the mound for a Minnesota Twins game.

Southwest Outlaws head into state pool play
After wrapping up the regular season against the Searles Bullheads, the Southwest Outlaws are ready to begin the 2024 State 35-And-Older Tournament.


Olympics mark historic rugby accomplishment
An aspect of the Olympics which draws interest from many is the chance to view and learn about new sports.