Freshman Kailee Potts pushes past Sutherland’s defense and goes for a layup. Potts was the top scorer for Perkins County in Wednesday’s sub-district game against Sutherland with 22 points.
The Perkins County Lady Plainsmen ended their season in the second round of subdistricts after a win over Sutherland and a loss to top seeded South Loup.
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Coach Tanner Collins and assistant Austin Thelander are off their chairs as Collins yells at Brandon Knoles that time was running out. In the next few seconds, Knoles pulled off a takedown of the top-rated wrestler for a crucial two points. Knoles looks to the official to make sure he got the points for the move.
Senior Brandon Knoles joined some elite company Thursday as only the third ever state wrestling champion at Perkins County Schools.
Former basketball coach Larry Pritchett was recognized by Perkins County Schools Friday night for his contributions to the school and community during his basketball and teaching career. He and his wife, Marlene, who were surrounded by their two sons, their wives and families were presented with a special “Pritchett” throw-back jersey that showed the number of wins compiled during his career. The throw-back jerseys were won by the boys during their game Friday, which was played in the Pritchett Gym.
Former Perkins County Schools head coaches Dick Thurin and Larry Pritchett were recognized for their career accomplishments during Friday basketball game.
Perkins County Schools paid tribute to their head coaches over the years during halftime of Friday night’s basketball game against Bridgeport in the Pritchett Gym.
Perkins County senior Brandon Knoles pumps his fist above his shoulder as the referee holds his other arm high up in the air, signifying that he is the state champion. Knoles claimed the Class D 220-lb. title at the state meet last week in Omaha.
Head Coach Tanner Collins gives his 220-lb. state champion Brandon Knoles a huge hug following the championship match as assistant Kiffen Cook looks on.
There’s an old lesson in life—something so easily within your grasp can just as easily be taken away.
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