Wisconsin snow weary as ski hills lose base and snowmobiling slows
The weekly outdoor report notes warm rain and thin snow cover across southern Wisconsin lowering snowmobiling and ski base, while ice fishing improves with Lake Mendota a hotspot for perch, panfish and walleye. Deer caution advised on crusty northern snow and ice safety remains a priority. Weather outlook includes light weekend snow and partly cloudy skies.
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Marcol and Ellis Named All Pro Football Team
Kicker Chester Marcol and cornerback Ken Ellis of the Green Bay Packers earned AP All Pro honors. Marcol led NFL scorers with 128 points in his rookie season, while Ellis led league punt returns with 215 yards and four interceptions despite a shoulder dislocation.
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Frosh Fall to Monona Grove 39 35 in MHL Fight
Monroe frosh shot five of 17 from the free throw line and trailed Monona Grove 22-15 at halftime. MG led 31-24 after three quarters and held off a late Monroe rally as Jon Share scored nine for Monroe and Monona Grove had nine scorers. Monroe plays Stoughton next on Monday Jan 8 at home.
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Stop Minnesota Ignites Big Ten Race In Open
The Big Ten title chase starts with five Saturday games as Minnesota rides a 9 0 season and pride from the Far West Classic. Gophers coach Bill Musselman says the team can beat anyone while Ohio State struggles and Michigan State claims two holiday tourney titles. Northwestern vs Michigan State and Michigan vs Ohio State headline the slate.
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Flynn's extends lead in Green Co Women's Pool League
Flynn's increases league lead by three points over Pat's No 1 after holiday makeup round. Yvonne Ludwig and June Burgener totaled three points, Jean Jefson and Nettie Buehler added three more as Flynn's beat Friendly Inn 81. Standings after 99 games show Flynn's I at 61, Pat's I at 55, Frenchy's EZY's and other teams close behind. The 12th week opens January 19 with matches featuring Double Kissers, Flynn's I and Pat's II.
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Prep races resume as area teams dive back into league play
Monroe area sports resume tonight with wrestling at Monona Grove and a 8 p.m. basketball clash. The cagers host Oregon Saturday at 8 p.m. while wrestling teams enter a triple meet at Baraboo. State Line League matches feature Argyle at New Glarus and several others across the league. WEKZ FM will broadcast the Monona basketball game and a later wrestling taped account. A UW and State Prep Track Coaches Association clinic is planned January 26 27 at Madison Memorial Union South with director Bill Perrin.
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