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Alpena cross country competes in Pete Moss Invitational

The Alpena High School cross country teams opened their 2025 season Saturday at the prestigious Pete Moss Invitational, hosted by Benzie Central High School. Racing in the large-school division against some of the strongest programs in Michigan, the Wildcats gained valuable early-season experience. On the girls’ side, Alpena finished 10th out of 12 teams, with Ann Arbor Pioneer capturing the team title. Senior Izzy Szymanski led the Wildcats with a standout time of 20:48, good for 44th place overall. Close behind were Ava Karsten (23:46), Marion Renard (23:48), Lila Scott (23:49), ...

Mike Moran gets second hole-in-one this summer

ROGERS CITY — Golfer Mike Moran is at it again, with a second hole-in-one this summer at Rogers City Country Club. After getting his first hole-in-one on July 8 on hole #11 with a 116-yard-drive, he told friend Ron Roznowski it was his first but won't be his last, and he has proven himself ...

Wildcats host three-team volleyball tournament

ALPENA — The Alpena Wildcats volleyball team opened their season on Friday by hosting a three-team tournament, featuring matchups against the Ogemaw Falcons and the Rogers City Hurons. In their first contest against Ogemaw, the Wildcats got off to a strong start. Madelyn Cameron put down ...

Wildcats Tennis looks to grow with young roster

ALPENA — As the new Alpena High School boys’ tennis season begins, head coach Charlie Giordano is keeping his focus clear and consistent: development, enjoyment, and growth. “My expectations are the same as always — grow as a player, become more consistent, and enjoy your time on the ...

Wildcats Cross Country teams ready to run in 2025

ALPENA — The Alpena High School cross country teams are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting 2025 season, with a mix of seasoned returners and fresh talent set to compete. Both the boys and girls squads open their season on Saturday at the highly competitive Benzie Pete Moss ...