This week on the local sports roundup delivered a full slate of playoff excitement across western Wisconsin. Dan highlighted the start of the 11-player high school football postseason, where Chippewa Falls nearly pulled off a huge upset over top-ranked Waunakee, and Hudson advanced to host De Pere in round two. Several Big Rivers teams, including River Falls, New Richmond, and Rice Lake, moved on with strong wins, showcasing the conference’s depth. Altoona made history with its first home playoff victory since 1997, while Fall Creek and Regis continued their postseason dominance in Division 6, setting up another loaded bracket. Volleyball and soccer sectional matchups are also heating up, with programs like River Falls, Rice Lake, Bloomer, and Regis in the mix. On the college scene, UW–Eau Claire’s volleyball team remains among the nation’s best, the BluGolds football team showed fight despite a tough loss, and cross-country runners from Menomonie and Bloomer prepare for state competition. It’s a packed, high-energy time for local athletics across every level.
