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Sterling Holds Off Trinity Catholic in Classic 1A Playoff Game

No team had pushed undefeated Sterling all year like Trinity Catholic did Friday in Sterling during the Class 1A quarterfinals.Sterling was up to the challenge, and the Black Bears stopped a potential game-tying two-point conversion in the final minute to preserve a 44-42 win... Read More.

Sterling Remains Undefeated After Routing Marion

The Sterling Black Bears left no doubt in their playoff matchup with Marion Friday night, rolling past the Warriors 53–14 to capture a Class 1A Regional Championship.After forcing a punt on Marion’s second series, Zane Farney broke loose for a 77-yard touchdown run midway... Read More.

Sterling Dusts Off Herington in Playoff Opener

STERLING - The Sterling Black Bears rolled through the opening round of the Class 1A playoffs Friday night, thumping the Herington Railers 63–6.Sterling wasted no time putting points on the board. On their first possession, Zane Farney broke loose for a 36-yard touchdown run... Read More.

Second Half Miscues Cost Trinity Catholic at Sterling

STERLING - After playing Sterling tight in the first half, Trinity Catholic made a few uncharacteristic errors on Friday at Sterling College, as the undefeated Black Bears pulled away for a 34-12 win.The Celtics, who finish Class 1A District 7 runner-up to Sterling, played... Read More.

Rushing Attack Propels Sterling Past Conway Springs

CONWAY SPRINGS – The Sterling Black Bears continued their unbeaten run Friday night, racing past Conway Springs 46–20 behind another explosive outing from senior running backs Zane Farney and Wyatt Newberry behind their offensive line.Farney set the tone early, scoring on touchdown runs of 77... Read More.

Sterling Offense Has Another Big Night

STERLING – The Sterling Black Bears improved to 5-0 overall and 2-0 in District 7 Friday night, rolling past Medicine Lodge 47–10 behind the push of their offensive line — Kevin Ploutz, Cale Thomas, Cameron Morris, Derek Krone, Cody Schweizer, and tight end Tucker... Read More.

Sterling Maintains Perfect Record, Routs Ellinwood

ELLINWOOD - The Sterling Black Bears continued their strong start to the season with a convincing 43–8 road win over previously unbeaten Ellinwood on Friday night.Sterling wasted no time setting the tone, driving the length of the field on its opening possession and finishing... Read More.

Black Bears Offense Has Sterling Night Against Inman

STERLING — Sterling remained unbeaten Friday night, pulling away late to defeat Inman 60-47 in a high-scoring battle.Running back Zane Farney led the Black Bears (3-0) with five rushing touchdowns, including long runs of 47 and 76 yards in the first quarter. Wyatt Newberry... Read More.

Sterling Moves to 2-0 With Win at Moundridge

By Brian RichterMOUNDRIDGE — The Sterling Black Bears stayed unbeaten Friday night, riding big plays from their ground game and defense to a 27-15 road victory over Moundridge.Sterling wasted no time as Zane Farney broke free for a 67-yard touchdown run just two plays... Read More.

Black Cats? No, Black Bears Win Friday the 13th Thriller

By Brad Hallier HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Friday the 13th is probably the only way to describe Friday's Class 1A District 7 game between Trinity Catholic and Sterling.Neither team scored in regulation. Sterling scored in overtime on its only pass completion of the game, and one... Read More.