Bertha-Hewitt/Verndale

Raiders Girls Track Team Shines with Impressive Fourth Place Finish at Fergus Falls Meet

by Coach Kenny Miller The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raiders girls track and field team opened their outdoor track and field season with a strong performance at a highly competitive six-team meet hosted by Fergus Falls. Competing against programs such as West Central Area, Lisbon, Detroit Lakes, and Bemidji, the Raiders girls’ team earned an impressive fourth-place finish, trailing only Class AA and AAA schools. Leading the way for the Raiders was Aulani Johnson, who placed sec

Apr 141 min read

Raiders Compete at Otter Invitational

by Coach Greg Johnson The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raider boys track and field team traveled to Fergus Falls High School on Friday, April 10, to compete in the Otter Invitational. In their first outdoor meet of the season, the Raiders turned in their strongest performance to date, finishing fourth out of five teams with 97 points. Bemidji once again claimed the team title with 157 points. The Raiders were led by several first-place finishes on the track. Dylan Day won the 400

Apr 141 min read

Raiders Girls Showcase Talents in Bemidji

by Coach Kenny Miller The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale girls’ track and field team returned to Bemidji State University on Tuesday, March 31, for their second indoor meet of the season, finishing seventh out of 23 teams. The Raiders were led by several strong individual performances. Danika Wilhelmi earned a fourth-place finish in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:32.53. Kendra Miller made an impressive season debut in the 1600-meter run, placing second overall with an indoor pe

Apr 71 min read

Raiders Compete at Lion's Invite

by Coach Greg Johnson The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raider boys track and field team returned to Bemidji State University on Thursday, March 31, to compete in the Lions’ Invite. Facing a larger field of 19 teams, the Raiders finished 11th overall with 19 points. Bemidji claimed the team title with 120 points. Leading the way for the Raiders was Gunnar Barthel, who captured a first-place finish in the 800-meter run. Dylan Day added a strong performance in the sprints, placing f

Apr 71 min read

Lady Raiders Kick Off Season with Solid Performances in Bemidji

by Coach Kenny Miller The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raider girls’ track and field team traveled to Bemidji State University on Tuesday, March 24, for their season opener. The indoor facility boasts a fast 200-meter track where it is always 70 degrees, sunny, and no wind. As a team, the Raiders placed eighth out of 14 competing schools. Leading the way individually for the Raiders, Piper Dean earned a fifth-place finish in the 400-meter dash (1:06.70) and took fourth in the

Mar 311 min read

Raiders Compete at Craig Hougen Relays

by Coach Greg Johnson The Bertha-Hewitt-Verndale Raider boys track and field team traveled to Bemidji State University on Tuesday, March 24, to compete in the Craig Hougen Relays. Competing in a 14-team field, the Raiders finished sixth overall with 38 points. Bemidji took top honors at the meet with 132 points. The Raiders competed with a roster of 17 athletes, including 11 who were participating in their first varsity meet. Leading the way individually for the Raiders, D

Mar 311 min read