Sports

The Lady Raiders hosted the O’Neill Eagles last Tuesday night in girls basketball action. Wagner would jump out to an early 7-0 lead and hold a 21-15 edge after the first quarter.

After a much anticipated wait due to Old Man Winter, the Lady Raiders and Lady Tornado’s finally got to meet up at the Corn Palace last Friday night which featured 3 games from the Hanson Classic that was postponed on January 13th.

Wagner Bon Homme gymnasts competed in their first ever class AA invite. The girls were fun to watch. Surrounded by AA gymnasts, they stepped on to each event with confidence. Bars: Alexys Rueb scored an 8.175 and placed 7th, Jasmine Gilbert scored a 7.60, Addison Cuka scored a 5.

Wagner Community School Senior Spotlight – Vincent Bechen Vincent Bechen is one of this week’s spotlighted WCS Seniors. Vincent is the son of James and Amanda Bechen. Vincent’s nicknames are Vince and Vinny.

Jennifer Barnett is one of this week’s spotlighted WCS Seniors. Jennifer is the daughter of Jerry and Judy Barnett. Jennifer’s nickname is Jeff.

The Red Raiders got a big night from Carter Cournoyer on Friday night in Tyndall. The senior forward scored 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lift the Raiders to a 65-51 road victory. Carter scored 12 of his 22 in the final period.

The Lady Raiders hosted the 7-1 Parkston Trojans last Thursday night in girls basketball action. Wagner stormed out of the gate taking a 21-11 lead after the first.

Wagner Bon Homme gymnasts competed in the Fort Pierre Invite Friday, January 5th. Wagner Bon Homme gymnasts woke up early to compete in the 6-team tournament in Fort Pierre hosted by all the teams involved! The girls were anxious yet excited to finally have another meet this season.

Wagner Bon Homme Competed in Vermillion Varsity and Junior Varsity Dual Monday, December 18th. Varsity Bars: Alexys Rueb scored an 8.58 and won bars, Jasmine Gilbert scored a 7.05 and placed 5th, Addison Cuka scored a 5.08, Dusti Laska scored a 2.65, and Amelia Rathgeber scored a 5.00.