{
  "id": 5126728,
  "title": "Medina/Pingree-Buchanan looking for another shot at a state title",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/medina-pingree-buchanan-looking-for-another-shot-at-a-state-title",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T16:46:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/medina-pingree-buchanan-looking-another-164600269.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Medina/Pingree-Buchanan volleyball team, led by head coach Jacie Connell, is eager to make another run at the state title. The Thunder began their practices earlier this month and had their first competition at the Northern Cass Tournament last weekend, where they secured three wins, a tie, and one loss. They have 55 girls in grades 7-12 trying out for the team this year.\n\nConnell emphasizes the hard work and dedication of her athletes, noting that the varsity team features some of the best players in the state. The team's goal is to return to the state tournament and win a state title, a mission that drives the team's high energy and positive attitude on the court. Connell is particularly proud of setter Violet Bohl, a fourth-year starter who was named to the 2025 NDHSCA All-State Second Team, and outside hitter Destiny Opp, known for her powerful swing and consistency. With experienced players like Marly Hoffmann at libero, the Thunder is set to be a tough team to beat, both defensively and offensively.",
  "summary": "Sep. 2—MEDINA, N.D. — It's Jacie Connell's favorite time of year. \"I live for these months getting to be in the gym with my girls every day and to be able to watch them work so hard and chase their dreams,\" said Connell, the head volleyball coach for Medina/Pingree-Buchanan. \"They make my job so easy because they love the sport just as much as I do. I am so blessed to be a part of something so ...",
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}