S1 Ep383: Pierz Pioneers vs Little Falls Flyers Boys Basketball 2020
The Pioneers edge the Flyers 68-64 to earn their 4th straight win as Peter Schommer scores 26 while the tandem of Cody Kimman and Robbie Schaefer each score 12.  Alex Gwost paces the Flyers with 23 points while Luke Kush adds 17.
1hr 55m Jan 07, 2020
1hr 55m
S1 Ep382: Pierz Pioneers vs Melrose Dutchmen Girls Basketball 2020
The Dutchmen hand the Pioneers a 56-45 defeat in a game played at St. John's University.  Emily Dehler scored a season-high 15 points and added 13 rebounds to lead the Pioneers, but it was a 30 point game from Melrose star Makiya Luetmer that  proved to be too much to overcome.
1hr 39m Jan 05, 2020
1hr 39m
S1 Ep381: Pierz Pioneers vs Braham Bombers Girls Basketball 2020
After a lengthy layoff of the Holidays, the Pioneers got the 2020 portion of their schedule off to a good start with a 59-38 win over the Bombers to improve to 6-3.  Emily Sadlovsky scored a game-high 14 points, and Alissa Girtz had her most productive game of the season, pouring in a season-best 13 points, all in the second half, as the Pioneers began to stretch their lead.  
1hr 43m Jan 04, 2020
1hr 43m
S1 Ep380: Pierz Pioneers vs Aitkin Gobblers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers captured the Aitkin Tournament Championship with a 55-47 win over the host Gobblers.  Jonah Prokott led the way with 24 while Peter Schommer had 10, and both Jonah and Peter were named to the All Tournament Team.
1hr 17m Jan 01, 2020
1hr 17m
S1 Ep379: Pierz Pioneers vs Greenway Raiders Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers downed the Raiders 91-84 in the first round of the Aitkin Holiday Tournament behind a 29 point game from Jonah Prokott. Jonah led 4 Pierz players in double figures as both Peter Schommer and Cody Kimman scored 16 points each and Brandon Stuckmayer tallied 10 points.
1hr 48m Dec 28, 2019
1hr 48m
S1 Ep378: Pierz Pioneers vs Albany Huskies Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers lost a 60-52 decision to the Huskies in the Home Opener for Pierz.  Jonah Prokott scored 14 to lead Pierz while Peter Schommer added 13 and Michael Leidenfrost added 8 for the 2-2 Pioneers.  Ethan Navratil of Albany led all scorers with 19 while Carter Birr came off the bench to add 10.
1hr 53m Dec 22, 2019
1hr 53m
S1 Ep377: Pierz Pioneers vs Crosby-Ironton Rangers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers fell 60-58 to the Rangers to suffer their first setback of the season.  The Pioneers battled back from a 9-point deficit to grab a 1-point lead but couldn't hold on. The Pioneers had possession of the ball and trailed by 2 with :12 left but couldn't get the potential tying or winning shot to fall.
1hr 48m Dec 20, 2019
1hr 48m
S1 Ep376: Coach Rick Sczublewski Retires 2019
An interview with long-time Pierz Pioneers Assistant Football Coach Rick Sczublewski, who informed me that the 2019 Prep Bowl game would be his final game on the sidelines. On the morning of the game with Dassel-Cokato, we talked about his favorite memories, what the team has meant to him and several other topics over the course of his outstanding career.
5m Dec 19, 2019
5m
S1 Ep375: Senior Spotlight with Katie LeBlanc 2019
In this edition of the Senior Spotlight, we get a chance to get to know Katie LeBlanc. Katie was the 2019 Homecoming Queen at Pierz is a member of the Volleyball and Golf teams at Pierz.  Please enjoy this Senior Spotlight with another great member of the Class of 2020 at Pierz, Katie LeBlanc!
11m Dec 19, 2019
11m
S1 Ep374: Pierz Pioneers vs Braham Bombers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers rolled to a 65-40 win over the Bombers to improve to 2-0.  Pierz got 20 points from Jonah Prokott and 14 from Michael Leidenfrost in the victory.
1hr 41m Dec 18, 2019
1hr 41m
S1 Ep373: Pierz Pioneers vs Royalton Royals Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers opened their season with a 64-41 win over the Royals on a memorable night that saw Peter Schommer score his 1,000th career point late in the game.
1hr 52m Dec 14, 2019
1hr 52m
S1 Ep372: Pierz Pioneers vs Albany Huskies Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers lost 58-21 to the Huskies as Pierz began the Home portion of their 2019-20 season schedule. Derek Stangl earned a 5-3 decision, while Trevor Radunz, Riley Hoskins and Tanner Young earned victories by Fall.
1hr 10m Dec 13, 2019
1hr 10m
S1 Ep371: Pierz Pioneers vs Milaca Wolves Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers made their first road trip of the season a successful one with a 50-46 win over the Wolves in Milaca.  Courtney Strohmeier scored all 13 of her points after halftime and Emily Dehler just missed a double-double with 10 points and 9 rebounds. Anna Taylor played her best game, tallying 7 points while Mariah Olesch and Emily Sadlovsky also scored 7 points each as Pierz improved to 2-0...
1hr 51m Dec 11, 2019
1hr 51m
S1 Ep370: Pierz Pioneers vs Little Falls Flyers Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers improved to 2-1 with a 57-35 victory over the visiting Flyers.  The win also marked the very first victory for Pierz in the Granite Ridge Conference.  Kylie Waytashek led Pierz with 14 points while Courtney Strohmeier added 12.  Samantha Tembreull led the Flyers with 9 points.
2hr 1m Dec 08, 2019
2hr 1m
S1 Ep369: Senior Spotlight with Katelyn Hoffman
In this edition of Senior Spotlight, brought to you by You Are There Sports and the Pierz School District.  Rick Grammond visits with Katelyn Hoffman about her time in both the Choir and Band programs, her course studies and her plans to follow in her mother's footsteps into the Nursing profession.
8m Dec 05, 2019
8m
S1 Ep368: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Girls Basketball December 3 2019
The Pioneers dropped a 66-55 decision to the visiting Huskers in the second game of the year for both squads.  Courtney Strohmeier paced the Pioneers with 10 points, Emily Sadlovsky added 9, Amaya Rocheleau, Emily Dehler and Alissa Girtz chipped in with 7 each.  Danielle Lyon led Holdingford with 15 points, Grace Gerads had 12, Jordyn Patrick 11 and Paige Paulzine had 10 points.
1hr 57m Dec 04, 2019
1hr 57m
S1 Ep365: Pierz Pioneers vs Dassel-Cokato Chargers Class AAA Prep Bowl 2019
The Pioneers score with :38 left in the game to come back and defeat the Chargers 28-27 to win the Prep Bowl and bring home their 4th overall State Championship and their third Class AAA Title in 5 years!
3hr 13m Dec 02, 2019
3hr 13m
S1 Ep367: Senior Spotlight with Katelyn Smude
In this edition of the Senior Spotlight, we highlight Katelyn Smude, This outstanding member of the Class of 2020 at Pierz has been very active in Tennis and Track and Field as well as Band.  Katelyn also discusses her college choices and the field she is choosing to pursue.
9m Nov 28, 2019
9m
S1 Ep366: Pierz Pioneers vs Upsala Cardinals Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers began the new season with an 83-53 win over the visiting Cardinals.  After the game was tied 32-32 at halftime, Pierz erupted for 51 points in the 2nd half while the defense limed Upsala to 21 points after halftime.
2hr Nov 27, 2019
2hr
S1 Ep365: Senior Spotlight with Jaymie Bzdok
This edition of the Senior Spotlight focuses on a Senior that has not spent her entire academic career at Pierz. Jaymie Bzdok sits down with Rick Grammond to discuss how she made her decision to attend Pierz and how happy she is to have made that decision.  Jaymie discusses her future plans and also provides a very interesting talk about a subject that few people know much about.
12m Nov 20, 2019
12m
S1 Ep365: Pierz Pioneers vs JCC Huskies Class AAA Semifinals 219
The Pioneers won a thrilling 20-14 game over the Huskies when the Pierz defense forced JCC to give up the ball on downs on 4th and short,  Peter Schommer then engineered the game-winning drive when he delivered a perfectly thrown 48 yard touchdown to Michael Leidenfrost to put Pierz ahead 20-14 after a successful 2-poiunt conversion run by Matthias Algarin with just 1:19 to play in the game at ...
2hr 59m Nov 17, 2019
2hr 59m
S1 Ep364: Pierz Pioneers vs Perham Yellowjackets Class AAA Quarterfinals 2019
The Pioneers continued their unbeaten 2019 season with a 58-16 win over the Yellowjackets in the Class AAA Quarterfinals in Alexandria.  It was another suffocating defensive performance combined with a tremendous power running game that keyed the Pioneers to their 12th victory of the year.
3hr 10m Nov 10, 2019
3hr 10m
S1 Ep363: Senior Spotlight with Simon Kroll
In this edition of the Senior Spotlight, brought to you by You Are There Sports and The Pierz School District, Rick Grammond visits with Simon Kroll and they discuss a wide range of topics including Cross Country, Band and his impressive success at the National level in the Business Professionals of America program.
15m Nov 06, 2019
15m
S1 Ep362: Pierz Pioneers vs Albany Huskies Section 6AAA Football Championship 2019
Two of Class AAA's best teams squared off at Husky Stadium at St. Cloud State on Friday night for the Section 6AAA Title and a trip to the State Tournament.  Both Pierz and Albany entered the contest with unblemished 10-0 records, but it was the Pioneers that left the field with their perfect mark still intact as Matthias Algarin and Blake Kowalczyk each scored 3 touchdowns in the Pioneers 42-2...
2hr 54m Nov 02, 2019
2hr 54m
S1 Ep361: Senior Spotlight with Madison Hoheisel
It's time for another Senior Spotlight, brought to you by You Are There Sports and the Pierz School District. Today, the Spotlight shines on Madison Hoheisel, who is involved in MANY activities at school, not the least of which is being the student in charge of all the Concession Stand organization throughout the year. Madison was a member of the Pioneers Tennis team and she also discusses her ...
9m Oct 30, 2019
9m
S1 Ep360: Pierz Pioneers vs Minnewaska Area Lakers 6AAA Football 2019
The Pioneers controlled every aspect of the game against the Lakers, getting 4 rushing touchdowns, a pick-six from the defense and a special teams punt return for a touchdown in a 48-0 in the 6AAA Semifinals.  Michael Leidenfrost picked off two passes, the first one just 1:30 into the game, returning it 31 yards for a score.  He later added a 72 yard scoring run.  Matthias Algarin ran for two t...
2hr 39m Oct 27, 2019
2hr 39m
S1 Ep360: Pierz Pioneers vs Pequot Lakes Patriots 8AA Volleyball 2019
The top-seeded Patriots put an end to the Pioneers season with a 3-set sweep in the opening round of the 8AA Playoffs on Wednesday. Set scores were 25-18, 25-10 and 25-21.  Pierz finishes their season with a record of 11-16.
1hr 25m Oct 24, 2019
1hr 25m
S1 Ep359: Pierz Pioneers vs St. Cloud Cathedral Crusaders 6AAA Football 2019
The Pioneers rolled to a 57-14 win over the Crusaders in the 6AAA Quarterfinals behind a big game from Michael Leidenfrost, who rushed for a touchdown and caught two scoring passes from Peter Schommer and also picked off a pass.  Matthias Algarin had a rushing touchdown and returned a punt for another score.  Blake Kowalczyk, Ben Virnig and Mason Rach also ran for touchdowns as the Pioneers adv...
3hr 3m Oct 23, 2019
3hr 3m
S1 Ep358: Senior Spotlight with Roblyn Austin
It's time once again to bring you another edition of Senior Spotlight.  Brought to you by You Are There Sports and the Pierz School District, Rick Grammond visits with an outstanding member of the Class of 2020 from Pierz.  This week, the Senior Spotlight shines on Roblyn Austin!
10m Oct 18, 2019
10m
S1 Ep357: Pierz Pioneers vs Maple Lake Irish Football 2019
The Pioneers cap off an undefeated 8-0 regular season with a 28-7 win over the Irish.  The Pierz defense was outstanding, forcing 5 turnovers and shutting out the Irish offense, as Maple Lake's only score came on a kick-off return for a touchdown. Blake Kowalczyk ran for 2 touchdowns, Matthias Algarin ran for over 150 yards and scored a touchdown and added a pair of 2-point conversions and pick...
2hr 35m Oct 17, 2019
2hr 35m
S1 Ep356: Pierz Pioneers at St. Cloud Cathedral Crusaders Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers and Crusaders battle to an epic 5-set match before Pierz falls just short by scores of 23-25, 25-23, 20-25, 25-22, 12-15.  
2hr 3m Oct 15, 2019
2hr 3m
S1 Ep355: Pierz Pioneers vs Melrose Dutchmen Football 2019
The Pioneers improve to 7-0 with a 51-7 win at home against the Dutchmen.  Played in winter-like conditions, the Pioneers didn't let the poor weather conditions slow them down too much, getting 3 long rushing touchdowns and a 49 yard punt return for a score from Matthias Algarin and touchdown runs from Carter Moulzolf, Blake Kowalczyk  and Ross Boser.
2hr 27m Oct 12, 2019
2hr 27m
S1 Ep354: Senior Spotlight with Kami Athman
It's time to get to know another outstanding member of the Pierz Class of 2020 as Rick Grammond visits with Kami Athman, discussing her Tennis and Golf careers, her time in the Band, as well as her future plans which include joining the U.S. military!
10m Oct 10, 2019
10m
S1 Ep353: Pierz Pioneers vs Kimball Cubs Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers won a wild 5-set match at Kimball on Tuesday where they rallied for a 3-2 win by scores of 12-25, 25-22 (after trailing 12-3!), 25-14, 20-25, 15-10.
2hr 8m Oct 10, 2019
2hr 8m
S1 Ep352: Pierz Pioneers vs Osakis Silverstreaks Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers and Silverstreaks go the distance, as Osakis defeats Pierz 3-2 on the Pioneers Senior Night.   Set scores were 23-25, 25-18, 18-25, 25-16, 4-15.
2hr Oct 08, 2019
2hr
S1 Ep352: Pierz Pioneers vs HLWW Lakers Football 2019
The Pioneers scored early and often during their Homecoming game against the Lakers, scoring 10 touchdowns, 9 of them on the ground, in a 69-0 victory.  
2hr 5m Oct 05, 2019
2hr 5m
S1 Ep347: Pierz Pioneers vs Mora Mustangs Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers swept Mora 3-0 on the Mustangs home court by scores of 25-23, 25-21 and 25-20. Freshman Ashley Kimman played her best match, dominating at the net defensively with 10 blocks!
1hr 24m Oct 02, 2019
1hr 24m
S1 Ep346: Pierz Pioneers vs EVW Eagles Football 2019
The Pioneers beat the Eagles 27-6 to improve to 5-0,led by 100+ yard rushing games from Matthias Algarin and Blake Kowalczyk. Preston Veith caught 3 passes totally 62 yards to lead the receiving corps for Pierz.
2hr 25m Sep 29, 2019
2hr 25m
S1 Ep351: Pierz Pioneers vs Zimmerman Thunder Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers beat the Thunder 3-1 to capture their first ever Granite Ridge Conference victory by scores of 25-22, 25-18, 17-25, 25-18! Jayden Smieja has 11 kills and 17 digs, Kiara Olesch dishes out 30 assists and Courtney Strohmeier has 3 ace serves, 8 kills and 3 blocks to lead Pierz to the win.
1hr 56m Sep 27, 2019
1hr 56m
S1 Ep350: Senior Spotlight with Bradyn Maine
This week, the Senior Spotlight shines on Bradyn Maine, another outstanding member of the Class of 2020 at Pierz High School.  I hope you enjoy getting to know this fine young man as much as I did when we sat down to visit recently.  
10m Sep 25, 2019
10m
S1 Ep349: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers lose 3-1 to the Huskers by scores of 23-25, 21-25, 26-24, 15-25.  Jayden Smieja nails 14 kills and has 21 digs while Kiara Olesch dished out 28 assists for Pierz.
2hr 3m Sep 25, 2019
2hr 3m
S1 Ep348: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Football 2019
The Pioneers rush for 6 touchdowns and Peter Schommer found Alex Barclay for a touchdown through the air as Pierz defeated the Huskers 47-0 to improve their record to 4-0.
2hr 15m Sep 22, 2019
2hr 15m
S1 Ep347: Pierz Pioneers vs Little Falls Flyers Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers fall 3-0 at Little Falls in Granite Ridge Conference action by scores of 25-11, 25-17, 25-22.
1hr 13m Sep 20, 2019
1hr 13m
S1 Ep346: Senior Spotlight with Emily Burggraff 2019
In this edition of the You Are There Sports Senior Spotlight, we get a chance to get to know Emily Burggraff.  Emily discusses her role with the Pioneers Boys Basketball team, being a member of the Softball team and her plans to one day become a Physical Education teacher! Emily is another great example of the awesome Senior Class of 2020 at Pierz High School!
7m Sep 18, 2019
7m
S1 Ep345: Pierz Pioneers vs St. Cloud Cathedral Crusaders Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers play one of their better matches of the season, but the Crusaders still prevail in 3 tough games by scores of 26-24, 25-21, 25-18.  Jayden Smieja had 13 kills and 18 digs in a very solid all-around effort.
1hr 28m Sep 18, 2019
1hr 28m
S1 Ep344: Pierz Pioneers vs Rockford Rockets Football 2019
The #1 ranked Pioneers blanked the Rockets 40-0 to improve to 3-0 as Matthias Algarin ran for 3 scores and caught a Peter Schommer pass for another. The Pierz defense posted their second shutout in 3 weeks and held the Rockets offense to under 100 total yards for the game.
2hr 27m Sep 14, 2019
2hr 27m
S1 Ep343: Pierz Pioneers vs Albany Huskies Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers dropped a 3-set match to the visiting Albany Huskies by scores of 25-12, 25-18, 25-22 in the first-ever Granite Ridge Conference meeting between the two schools.
1hr 19m Sep 13, 2019
1hr 19m
S1 Ep342: Senior Spotlight with Simon Gruber 2019-20
In this edition of You Are There Sports Senior Spotlight, Rick Grammond visits with Simon Gruber to discuss his first few days of his Senior year, the new building improvements at the school, his activities and interests and advice for younger students at Pierz.  Enjoy this interview with another great member of the Class of 2020 at Pierz High School, Simon Gruber!
9m Sep 11, 2019
9m
S1 Ep342: Pierz Pioneers vs Paynesville Bulldogs Football 2019
The Pioneers edge the Bulldogs 32-28 in a great battle between two highly ranked teams. Matthias Algarin ran for a score and caught a Peter Schommer pass for another and Blake Kowalczyk pounded his way for 126 yards and a touchdown on the ground for Pierz.  Isaac Otte led the Pioneers defense with 16 tackles.
3hr 5m Sep 08, 2019
3hr 5m
S1 Ep341: Pierz Pioneers vs Milaca Wolves Volleyball 2019
The Pioneers drop a 3-set match against the Wolves by scores of 25-23, 25-18, 25-20 to fall to 0-2 in their new Granite Ridge Conference.
1hr 23m Sep 06, 2019
1hr 23m