Warriors Seek Third Win at Dixon as 7-0 Defense Stands
The Golden Warriors travel to Dixon tonight aiming for a 3 0 record while defending a perfect 7 0 mark. Dixon and DeKalb each sit 1 1 on the season as Sterling plans for next Friday homecoming versus DeKalb’s Barbs.
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Warriors Win 34-0 In Newman Game
Sterling's Golden Warriors crushed Newman 34-0 in the season opener at S H S Stadium on Sept 14. Tailback Tarner rushed for 148 yards and three touchdowns, with Turner and Marshall adding scores and Sheldon scoring once. Frosh sophs lost 20-19 to Newman Shooting Stars.
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Girls writer reports Newman Sterling football game
A student sports piece recounts Newman defeating Sterling 34 to 0 with fashion notes on outfits and a moment of flirtation. The account emphasizes a confident girl observer praising the game and sharing school spirit.
G A A Plans Year With Big Sister Support
G A A announces a year themed by big sisters guiding new members across sports. Speedball runs Sept 18 to Nov 1 with 12 teams and games three nights weekly. An executive board meets monthly. Three officers and three advisors attended a Geneseo workshop on Sept 22 with panel discussions on money making projects social activities and sports. Calendar lists Speedball Volleyball Freshmen Induction Basketball Dad and Daughter Night with dates through Feb 12.
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Harriers Open Season with 29 27 Victory Over Dixon
Sterling cross country opened with a 29 27 win over Dixon at Sinnissippi Park on September 20. Bob Swaney won in 10 58 for 1.98 miles while Stan Miller and Gary Rude placed high for Sterling. Kreider Finkle Engel also scored for the Warriors as sophs edged Dixon 33 24. Next meet is Peoria Central on October 6.
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Sterling Warriors Ground Rockets 7-0 in Home Victory
John Sheldon scored Sterling's lone touchdown in the third quarter after a 93 yard drive from the Sterling seven. The Warriors totaled 225 yards to Rock Falls 94, with strong defense and a late fourth down pass to Ken Tauali saving the drive.
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Pee Wees Fall to Rockets 7 6 in Season Open
Sterling Pee Wees lose 7 6 to Rock Falls in the opener. Skrogstad put Sterling ahead early with an end run but the conversion failed. Rock Falls scored in the fourth quarter to clinch the win.
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S Club Sells Football Programs For Treasury Boost
The S Club produced an eight page program for a football game funded by club members who secured advertisers. The program features team photos and highlights of standout players from the prior Friday night action. Proceeds go to the club treasury.
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