November 2024

The Woonsocket/Wessington Springs/Sanborn Central (WWSSC) Blackhawks drew the short straw for their first round of this year’s playoffs, as they did not have home-field advantage, but they proved that to not be an issue. In a low-scoring defensive battle, the Blackhawks kept the Aberdeen Roncalli Cavaliers from completing a two-point conversion in the last few minutes of the game to hold on to a one-point lead and win their first round of post-season play, 14-13.

Coach Schmitz was incredibly impressed with his team’s performance stating, “Wow! What a game. Both teams played really well. We were able to create some turnovers and take advantage of some things. Offensively, we were able to move the ball in the air and on the ground. Our kids came together and played a tough, physical game. I couldn’t be prouder of our kids. Next week, we will go up against a very good Winner team.”

The game against Winner will be played tonight (Thursday) in Winner starting at 6 p.m. Although the Warriors are currently undefeated and rated first in the 11B division, the Blackhawks have already played them this season on Winner’s home field, and they had a good showing in an 18-30 loss, which is the most points that have been scored against Winner by any opponent so far this season. The game can be watched online on Winner Warriors Live. 

…See individual stats and pictures of the game in this week’s issue of the Sanborn Weekly Journal!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it has become the norm for most volleyball programs across the state to host an event to raise funds and to bring awareness to how cancer affects a community. This year’s “Dig Pink Night,” as it is commonly known, was organized by Woonsocket senior Whitney Hagman to fulfill her senior project obligation, and although it was quite an undertaking, it turned out to be a beautifully successful event with it collecting an estimated $8,000.

The night was full of activities and opportunities for everyone to find a way to contribute to the cause. There was a silent auction with several tables full of a large variety of items and baskets to be bid on. The ladies from Woonsocket’s branch of Dakotaland Federal Credit Union were on hand to sponsor the “chuck a duck,” and Kaitlin Brueske of Hair by KB was on location to add pink tinsel to the hair of any interested young lady. Members of the SCW volleyball team donated baked goods for a productive bake sale, and Steve Larson helped raise funds with a live auction of a game ball signed by all the SCW players and staff.

Hagman explained the reason she chose this event as her senior project, “Helping people has always been something I enjoy doing, so, when I found out “Dig Pink” was an option for my senior project, I knew right away that’s what I wanted to do.” 

…Read on in this week’s issue of the Sanborn Weekly Journal!

Debra Jean Grussing

De Graff, Minn.

Debra J. Grussing, 62, died on Oct. 21, 2024, at her home in De Graff, Minn. 

Visitation was on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the First Baptist Church in Benson. Visitation was  also heldFriday, Oct. 25, prior to the funeral service. The burial was in the Benson City Cemetery. 

Debra Jean Grussing was born in Huron on April 9, 1962, the daughter of Betty (Sievert) and Ronald Thompson. She grew up in Woonsocket and graduated from Woonsocket High School in 1980. Debra moved to Benson, Minn., in 1980. 

On July 29, 1983, Debra was united in marriage to Robert Grussing. This union was blessed with over 32 years of marriage, until Robert passed away in 2015, and three children. She worked at Viking Café and Sandy’s Café for many years and as a home health aide.

Debra enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings, fishing, and going to casinos. She was very close to her aunt Zettie and helped with taking care of her until her passing in 2021. She loved spending as much time as possible with family and friends. She loved her dogs, Squishy and Squirt.

Debra is survived by her children, Amy (John) Solem, Terri Grussing, and Aaron (Amanda) Grussing; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; siblings, Linda (Robbie) Stevenson, Susan Stunes, Daryl Thompson, and Donna (Walter) Bracha; many other relatives, and her close group of friends.

Debra was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Grussing; parents, Ronald and Betty Thompson; and aunts and uncles.

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