Bryleigh McBride, Freshman | Minot North High School

Big Wins and Tough Losses Across the Board
It was a rollercoaster week for our high school sports teams as softball, golf, soccer, and
baseball athletes competed across multiple games and tournaments with notable highs and hard-fought battles.

Softball Battles Back and Forth
The softball team had a dramatic series of games this week, beginning with a huge 12-4 win over Mandan, showing dominance at the plate and in the field. However, momentum shifted in the next game as they fell 4-10.
At a tournament in Dickinson, the girls bounced back strong, crushing Mandan twice with impressive scores of 16-5 and 17-4. The next day brought tighter contests. They lost a close one to Beulah, 9-14, followed by another nail-biter where they came up just short against Williston, 15-17. The team showed resilience and offensive power, preparing for competition ahead.

Boy’s Golf Swings into the Lead
The boys’ golf team had a standout performance against Watford City, finishing in first place overall.
Kasen Rostad led the pack with a stellar 132, earning 1st place individually.
Bennett Bartsch wasn’t far behind, shooting a 139 for 3rd place.
Tyler Bast secured 9th place with a 146, and Kyler Weishaar followed closely in 10th place at 147. This dominance highlights the depth and consistency of the golf team this season

Soccer Stays Competitive
In girls’ soccer, the team opened with a strong 3-2 win over Bismarck, proving their capability to edge out tough opponents. They then faced a setback with a 1-5 loss to Minot High, but quickly bounced back to fight Bismarck to a 2-2 tie in a hard-fought rematch. The team continues to show heart and grit, especially in close contests.

Baseball Faces Challenging Stretch
The baseball team began the week on a high note with a solid 9-4 win against Dickinson but struggled to maintain that momentum. They dropped the second game to Dickinson 5-10, followed by back-to-back losses to Century (0-5, 5-9). Against Williston, the team faced tough opposition again, falling 0-16 and 4-9. Despite the losses, the team continues to battle through a difficult stretch and gain valuable experience. They are hard at work, practicing to come back soon.

Up Next
With more games on the horizon, teams will be looking to bounce back, capitalize on momentum and keep building through the season.