S1 Ep254: Senior Spotlight with Zach Becker
It's time for another Senior Spotlight, presented by You Are There Sports and the Pierz School District!  Let's get to know Zach Becker a little bit better, as he joins Rick Grammond to discuss the Business Professionals of America program and his hopes for a successful Track and Field season this upcoming Spring!
7m Feb 28, 2019
7m
S1 Ep253: Pierz Pioneers vs Kimball Cubs Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers used a high-energy attack to defeat the Cubs 85-68 in their final home game of the season. Leading the charge was Brandon Stuckmayer, who poured in a career-high 27 points.  Peter Schommer had 15, Michael Leidenfrost 11 and Jonah Prokott 10.  Robbie Schaefer had 6, Ryan Stuckmayer 3, Mason Zajac 2 and Charles Pekar had 3 for the now 14-10 Pioneers.
1hr 39m Feb 27, 2019
1hr 39m
S1 Ep252: Pierz Pioneers vs Onamia Panthers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers beat the Panthers 79-39 in non-conference action behind 5 players in scoring in double figures.  Brandon Stuckmayer led the way with 15, followed by Peter Schommer's 14, 12 for Jonah Prokott and 11 points each for Robbie Schaefer and Michael Leidenfrost.
1hr 25m Feb 26, 2019
1hr 25m
S1 Ep251: Pierz Pioneers vs Pillager Huskies Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers downed the Huskies 59-42 in their final game of the regular season to finish with a 12-13 record.  Kylie Waytashek scored 13 to lead Pierz, Emily Dehler had 12, Courtney Strohmeier 10, Emily Sadlovsky 9, Rabeka Langer 8, Laura Skiba 5 and Decorah Iverson 2.
1hr 45m Feb 23, 2019
1hr 45m
S1 Ep250: Pierz Pioneers vs BBE Jaguars Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers lost a close 67-64 game to the visiting Jaguars on Senior Night.  Jonah Prokott hit 7 3-pointers on his way to a game-high 25 points while Peter Schommer added 16 and Michael Leidenfrost 10.  Evan Wiener paced the Jaguars with a 20 point night.
1hr 57m Feb 22, 2019
1hr 57m
S1 Ep249: Pierz Pioneers vs Kimball Cubs Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers battled back from an 11 point deficit at halftime to tie the game with just over 7 minutes left, but the Cubs were able to withstand the potential Pierz comeback and defeat the Pioneers 51-46 in the Pioneers final CMC game.  Amaya Rocheleau led the way with 12 points, Courtney Strohmeier had a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds and Rabeka Langer scored 10.
1hr 34m Feb 21, 2019
1hr 34m
S1 Ep248: Pierz Pioneers vs Perham Yellowjackets 8AA Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers Dual season came to an end at the hands of the powerful Yellowjackets in the Section 8AA Semifinals in Thief River Falls when 2nd ranked Perham earned a 57-11 victory. The Pioneers managed 3 wins against Perham: a 4-0 decision for Jake Andres, a 15-0 Tech Fall for Reese Kapsner and a 5-2 decision for Austin Dickmann.
1hr 19m Feb 18, 2019
1hr 19m
S1 Ep247: Pierz Pioneers vs Pequot Lakes-Pine River/Backus 8AA Wrestling 2019
The 4th seeded Pioneers and 5th seeded Road Crew battle through 6 lead changes in the Section 8AA Quarterfinals in Thief River Falls before the Pioneers win the final 3 matches to advance to the Semifinals with a 40-29 win.  Trevor Radunz, Austin Radunz, Reese Kapsner and Carson Huls win by Fall, Brandon Funk dominated for a 17-1 Tech Fall, Jake Andres and Austin Dickmann picked up bonus points...
1hr 48m Feb 18, 2019
1hr 48m
S1 Ep246: Pierz Pioneers vs St. Cloud Cathedral Crusaders Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers closed out their busiest week of the season with a 62-34 loss in St. Cloud to the Cathedral Crusaders on Friday.  Playing their 4th game in 5 nights and with 2 players unavailable against a very good team, the Pioneers still gave it their all.  Courtney Strohmeier led Pierz with 9 points while Megan Voit of the Crusaders netted 22 to lead all scorers.
1hr 31m Feb 16, 2019
1hr 31m
S1 Ep245: Pierz Pioneers vs HLWW Lakers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers defeated the Lakers 81-62 in a game played at Halenbeck Hall at SCSU. Sparked by 12 first half points from Jonah Prokott, the Pioneers grabbed a 32-24 lead after the first half.  In the 2nd half, the Pioneers built their lead to as many as 23 at 61-38 with 7:23 left to play.  The Lakers made one final push, cutting the lead to 11 at 67-56 with 3:32 left to play, but the Pioneers co...
1hr 52m Feb 15, 2019
1hr 52m
S1 Ep244: Senior Spotlight with Jordan Brambrink
It's another great opportunity to get to know one of the outstanding members of the Pierz Class of 2019 as Rick Grammond and You Are There Sports sat down with Jordan Brambrink.
7m Feb 13, 2019
7m
S1 Ep243: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers beat the Huskers 74-58 at the MAC in the final CMC meeting between the two longtime rivals. Michael Leidenfrost got the Pioneers going with 14 points in the 1st half, on his way to a game-high 18 for the night.  Jonah Prokott added 12 points, as did Robbie Schaefer, who was a perfect 5-5 from the field and 2-2 from the free throw line.  Peter Schommer also scored in double figures ...
1hr 44m Feb 13, 2019
1hr 44m
S1 Ep242: Pierz Pioneers vs Kimball Cubs Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers fall behind 22-8 midway through the first half to the Cubs but a 12-0 scoring run cuts the Kimball lead to 2 at 22-20 late in the half.  Pierz would get as close as 33-32 with just over 13 minutes left to play but could never fully overcome the Cubs, eventually falling by a score of 59-49 at the MAC.  Courtney Strohmeier tied her career high with 15 points to lead the Pioneers whil...
1hr 52m Feb 12, 2019
1hr 52m
S1 Ep241: Pierz Pioneers vs Royalton-Upsala Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers drop a 39-31 decision to the Royals on Senior Night at the MAC as the two squads wrap up the regular season and get ready for Tournament time.
1hr 50m Feb 09, 2019
1hr 50m
S1 Ep240: Senior Spotlight with Hayley Ausmus
I had a very enjoyable visit with another of the Class of 2019 at Pierz High School when I had an opportunity to get to know Hayley Ausmus. She's a very well spoken, interesting young woman and I was so impressed by her well thought-out responses to my questions! So please enjoy getting to know Hayley Ausmus on a Senior Spotlight!
6m Feb 07, 2019
6m
S1 Ep239: Pierz Pioneers vs Eden Valley-Watkins Eagles Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers made it 3 wins in a row with a 74-62 victory over the visiting Eagles.  Peter Schommer led 4 Pioneers in double figures with 20 points, Brandon Stuckmayer scored 16, Jonah Prokott 12 and Michael Leidenfrost 11 with Brent Schilling providing a scoring spark off the bench with 9 points.  Josh Streit and Kobe Beattie led EVW with 14 points each.
1hr 40m Feb 07, 2019
1hr 40m
S1 Ep238: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers fell 58-35 to the Huskers at the MAC in CMC action.  Emily Dehler led Pierz with 8 points and 7 rebounds while Kylie Waytashek and Emily Sadlovsky added 6 points each.  Grace Gerads led all scorers, netting 17 for the Huskers while Danielle Lyon scored 15 and Carolynn Becker scored 12.
1hr 38m Feb 07, 2019
1hr 38m
S1 Ep237: Pierz Pioneers vs Pillager Huskies Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers defeated the Huskies 65-49 in a key Section 7AA game at the MAC on Monday.  Four Pioneers scored in double figures, led by Jonah Prokott with 12, Robbie Schaefer with a career-best 11, and matching 10 point games from Peter Schommer and Nick Scholl.
1hr 51m Feb 05, 2019
1hr 51m
S1 Ep236: Pierz Pioneers vs Paynesville Bulldogs Wrestling 2019
In their second CMC Dual at the Holdingford Triangular on Saturday, the Pioneers used 5 first period Falls and a Forfeit in the final 6 matches to pull away from the Bulldogs for a 56-19 win.  Blske Brutger opened with a 3-0 Win to go 2-0 on the day for Pierz and then Trevor Radunz earned a Fall to make it 9-0. Leading 9-4 after 3 matches, Brandon Funk powered his way to a Tech Fall win and Jak...
1hr 6m Feb 03, 2019
1hr 6m
S1 Ep235: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers went to Holdingford on Saturday to make up a CMC Triangular along with Paynesville.  The Pioneers opened the event with a Dual against the Huskers and got a Major Decision wins from Trevor Radunz and Blake Brutger to get things rolling on their way to a 56-18 victory.  Brandon Funk then won a Decision,followed by 3 straight Forfeit Wins for Jake Andres,Ross Boser and Frank Tomberli...
54m Feb 03, 2019
54m
S1 Ep234: Pierz Pioneers vs ACGC Falcons Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers fall 49-19 to a very good #3 ranked Falcons team on Friday at the MAC. The Pioneers get wins by Fall from Reese Kapsner and Carson Huls, a Major Decision from Brandon Tomala and a Decision from Trevor Radunz.
1hr 46m Feb 03, 2019
1hr 46m
S1 Ep233: Pierz Pioneers vs Maple Lake Irish Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers played their most complete game of the season with a 65-50 win over the Irish at the MAC.  The Pioneers fell behind by a double-digit margin in the 1st half but rallied to take a 30-29 lead at halftime.  In the 2nd half, the Pioneers built their lead to as many as 20 (59-39) using excellent passing, defense and rebounding.  Michael Leidenfrost led the Pioneers with 15, Jonah Prokot...
1hr 48m Feb 01, 2019
1hr 48m
S1 Ep232: Senior Spotlight with Teresa Karst
Here's another opportunity to get to know one of the truly outstanding members of the Class of 2019 at Pierz High School as Rick Grammond and You Are There Sports visits with Teresa Karst!
6m Jan 31, 2019
6m
S1 Ep231: Pierz Pioneers vs LPGE Thunder Boys Basketball 2019
In a wildly entertaining game, the Pioneers lose 83-77 to the Thunder in front of the largest crowd at the MAC this season.  Brandon Stuckmayer poured in a career-high 27 points, with Jonah Prokott adding 15 and both Peter Schommer and Michael Leidenfrost scoring 14 points each.  The Pioneers nailed a season-high 14 shots from behind the 3-point line but it wasn't enough to overcome an equally ...
1hr 49m Jan 26, 2019
1hr 49m
S1 Ep230: Pierz Pioneers vs Kimball Cubs Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers returned to CMC action on a brutally cold Thursday night when they made their final trip to Kimball to face the Cubs.  Pierz trailed 31-25 at halftime, but took a 49-48 lead on a Brent Schilling 3-pointer with 2:00 left to play.  The Cubs were able to come back and close out the game on a 10-4 scoring run after that to defeat the Pioneers 58-53.  Peter Schommer led the Pioneers wit...
1hr 57m Jan 26, 2019
1hr 57m
S1 Ep229: Pierz Pioneers vs EVW Eagles Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers fall 56-15 to the undefeated, 3rd ranked Eagles at the MAC as Rabeka Langer scores 8 points, Courtney Strohmeier 3 , Emily Dehler 2 and Kylie Waytashek 2.
1hr 21m Jan 23, 2019
1hr 21m
S1 Ep228: Pierz Pioneers vs HLWW Lakers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers let a double-digit lead in the second half slip away as the Lakers rallied to defeat Pierz 55-51.  Nick Scholl made the most of his starting assignment by posting a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds while Brandon Stuckmayer also had 12 points and Michael Leidenfrost scored 11.  Brock Bangasser led the Lakers with 16, Brandon Karels had 13 and it was Carson Woolhouse's 13...
2hr 5m Jan 17, 2019
2hr 5m
S1 Ep227: Pierz Band and Choir Trip 2019
And they're off! The Pierz Band and Choir has set off on their trip that will see them spend time in Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa for some training and then head to a pair of two of the Country's major music hubs. Their first stop will be Nashville, Tennessee where the Band and Choir will take in the sights and sounds of Country Music's epicenter, including a tour of the historic, fabled Ryma...
7m Jan 17, 2019
7m
S1 Ep226: Senior Spotlight with Charles Pekar
You Are There Sports and the Pierz School District bring you another Senior Spotlight,focusing on a member of the Class of '19 at Pierz High School.  In this edition, Grammond visits with Charles Pekar, a young man of varied interests such as drama and music, athletics and his classes and his future plans.  You might recognize him as "Uncle Fester" from the Pierz Drama Department's recent produ...
7m Jan 17, 2019
7m
S1 Ep225: Pierz Pioneers vs Melrose Dutchmen Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers won their 3rd game of the week when they edged the Dutchmen 45-42 in Overtime in a game played at St. John's University.  Emily Dehler led the Pioneers with 11 points, including a pair of big free throws in Overtime.  Courtney Strohmeier and Laura Skiba each scored 8, Rabeka Langer added 7 points, making 3 out of 4 free throws in Overtime including the go-ahead points.  Kylie Wayta...
1hr 57m Jan 13, 2019
1hr 57m
S1 Ep224: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers edge the Huskers 47-44 in CMC action in Holdingford.  Peter Schommer and Brandon Stuckmayer score 9 points each to lead the Pierz offense, but it was the bench contributions that keyed the victory.  Noah Cekalla provided quality minutes at the point guard position in the first half and it was Ryan Stuckmayer's two 3-pointers in the 2nd half that helped keep the Huskers at arms leng...
1hr 57m Jan 11, 2019
1hr 57m
S1 Ep223: Pierz Pioneers vs BBE Jaguars Boys Basketball 2019
The Pioneers lose 68-52 in Brooten to the Jaguars with Peter Schommer scoring 15, Michael Leidenfrost 12, Jonah Prokott 11 and Brandon Stuckmayer 9.  After trailing by double digits midway through the 2nd half, the Pioneers cut their deficit to 3 with less than 7 minutes left, but couldn't finish the comeback as the Jaguars held on for the win.
1hr 40m Jan 09, 2019
1hr 40m
S1 Ep222: Pierz Pioneers vs Little Falls Flyers Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers complete their sweep at the Little Falls Quad with a 49-27 win over the host Flyers.  Cale Becker, Austin Radunz, Reese Kapsner and Carson Huls won their matches by Fall, Brandon Tomala won by Major Decision and Jacob Gotvald won by Decision.  Trevor Radunz, Jake Andres and Brandon Funk won by Forfeit. Austin Litke, Simon Pantzke, Gabe Nagel and Grant Litke won by Fall for Little F...
59m Jan 08, 2019
59m
S1 Ep221: Pierz Pioneers vs Deer River Warriors Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers beat the Warriors 63-12 at the Little Falls Quad, winning the final 7 matches either by Fall or Forfeit.  Trevor Radunz, Jake Andres, Ross Boser, Brandon Tomala, Riley Hoskins,Tanner Young and Jacob Gotvald won by Fall, Reese Kapsner, Carson Huls and Austin Dickmann won by Forfeit and Jacob Leblanc won by Decision.
53m Jan 08, 2019
53m
S1 Ep220: Pierz Pioneers vs ANML Lightning Wrestling 2019
The Pioneers beat the Lightning 55-15 in their first Dual at the Little Falls Quad.  Austin Radunz, Reese Kapsner and Austin Dickmann won by Fall, Brandon Funk won by Tech Fall, Trevor Radunz and Tanner Young earned Major Decision victories, Brandon Tomala and Carson Huls won by Decision and Jake Andres, Ross Boser and Riley Hoskins all picked up wins by Forfeit.
1hr 10m Jan 08, 2019
1hr 10m
S1 Ep219: Pierz Pioneers vs Holdingford Huskers Girls Basketball 2019
The Pioneers lost to the Huskers 67-31 in Holdingford in the first game back for Pierz after a 2 week Holiday layoff.  The apparent rust combined with the tenacious full-court pressure defense of the Huskers proved to be too much for the Pioneers to handle.  Emily Dehler led the Pioneers with 9 points and 7 rebounds but it was a career-high night for the Huskers Grace Gerads, who powered her wa...
1hr 42m Jan 04, 2019
1hr 42m
S1 Ep218: Senior Spotlight with Laura Tautges
Let's enjoy a visit with Pierz Senior Laura Tautges on another edition of Senior Spotlight on You Are There Sports with Rick Grammond.
6m Jan 03, 2019
6m
S1 Ep217: Senior Spotlight with Isaac Stangl
Pierz Senior Isaac Stangl is featured in this episode of Senior Spotlight with Rick Grammond and You Are There Sports.  I had a great visit with Isaac and I hope you enjoy listening...
6m Dec 27, 2018
6m
S1 Ep216: Pierz Pioneers vs Crosby-Ironton Rangers Boys Basketball 2018
The Pioneers lost 66-56 to the Rangers in their final game before the Christmas break.  Jonah Prokott led the Pioneers with 15 points while Peter Schommer added 13.  Joseph Stokman of the Rangers led all scorers with 19.
1hr 41m Dec 22, 2018
1hr 41m
S1 Ep215: Pierz Pioneers vs Maple Lake Irish Boys Basketball 2018
The Pioneers lose 55-41 against the Irish in the CMC opener for both teams.  Nick Scholl led the Pioneers with 13 points off the bench while Michael Leidenfrost added 10.  Maple Lake's Mitch Hoistad led all scorers with 29.
1hr 42m Dec 21, 2018
1hr 42m
S1 Ep214: Senior Spotlight with Duncan Osborne
Enjoy this opportunity to get to know Pierz Senior Duncan Osborne as he sits down for a visit with Rick Grammond and You Are There Sports for another Senior Spotlight!
7m Dec 20, 2018
7m
S1 Ep213: Pierz Pioneers vs Mora Mustangs Wrestling 2018
The Pioneers beat the Mustangs 48-33 to earn their first Dual meet win of the season. The Pioneers won 8 matches, all by Fall, with Trevor Radunz, Sebastian Warzecha, Jake Andres, Brandon Funk, Austin Radunz, Brandon Tomala, Reese Kapsner and Carson Huls all getting their hands raised.
1hr 18m Dec 19, 2018
1hr 18m
S1 Ep212: Pierz Pioneers vs Paynesville Bulldogs Girls Basketball 2018
The Pioneers roll to their 3rd consecutive win with a 64-22 victory over the Bulldogs.  Amaya Rocheleau led a balanced scoring attack with a career-best 14 points, followed by Rabeka Langer's 10 points.
1hr 44m Dec 15, 2018
1hr 44m
S1 Ep211: Pierz Pioneers vs Foley Falcons Boys Basketball 2018
The Pioneers lose 67-47 to the Falcons in Foley to drop to 2-2.  Jonah Prokott leads Pierz wit a 14 point effort, followed by a career-best 13 points from Brent Schilling.  But the night really belonged to Foley Senior Drew Beier, who poured in 24 points, including a basket in final seconds of the first half that was his milestone 1,000th career point.
1hr 58m Dec 14, 2018
1hr 58m
S1 Ep210: Senior Spotlight with Kirsten Heschke
It's another Senior Spotlight on You Are There Sports and I invite you to get to know Pierz Senior Kirsten Heschke!
4m Dec 13, 2018
4m
S1 Ep209: Pierz Pioneers vs Pequot Lakes Patriots Boys Basketball 2018
The Pioneers lose for the first time this season with a 75-64 setback against the undefeated Patriots.  Four Pioneers score in double figures led by 13 from Peter Schommer, Brandon Stuckmayer added 12 and Michael Leidenfrost and Jared Prokott scored 10 points each.
1hr 37m Dec 12, 2018
1hr 37m
S1 Ep208: Pierz Pioneers vs Little Falls Flyers Boys Basketball 2018
The Pioneers win an entertaining game against the Flyers by a score of 61-56 in Little Falls on Friday.  Peter Schommer nets 23 points, Jared Prokott adds 12 and Micheal Leidenfrost scores 11 to lead Pierz.  Brandon Stuckmayer added 7, Jonah Prokott had 4, as did Alex Wilson for the now 2-0 Pioneers.  Oscar Norgren of Little Falls led all scorers with a 27 point effort as Little Falls drops the...
1hr 45m Dec 08, 2018
1hr 45m
S1 Ep207: Pierz Pioneers vs Little Falls Flyers Girls Basketball 2018
The Pioneers post a dominating 58-19 win over the Flyers on Friday in Little Falls to pick up their second win of the season. Courtney Strohmeier scored 10 points and hauled in 9 rebounds, Rabeka Langer and Emily Dehler scored 9 points each, Laura Skiba scored 8, Alissa Girtz had 7, Decorah Iverson, Emily Sadlovsky and Anna Taylor had 4 points each with Anna pulling down a team-best 10 rebounds...
1hr 32m Dec 08, 2018
1hr 32m
S1 Ep206: Pierz Pioneers vs EVW Eagles Girls Basketball 2018
The Pioneers lose 60-25 at Eden Valley-Watkins in their CMC opener. Decorah Iverson and Kylie Waytashek lead the Pioneers with 6 points each while Emma Schultz of the Eagles leads all scorers with 23 points.
1hr 37m Dec 07, 2018
1hr 37m
S1 Ep205: Senior Spotlight with Cavin Becker
Get a chance to know another outstanding Pierz High School Senior as Rick Grammond of You Are There Sports visits with Cavin Becker on another Senior Spotlight!
5m Dec 06, 2018
5m