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Comets Sweep Lake Park-Audubon to Advance in Section 6 Volleyball Playoffs
After a full week away from competition, the Comets returned to the court and gave one of their strongest performances this season. Head Coach Debi Foss noted. "The girls played efficient volleyball at the net and were strong from the service line, missing just ONE serve the entire match!"
Jensen Named Minnesota Coach of the Year; Selvig Earns All-State Honors
Jensen's 319-120-24 career record, earned entirely at Hillcrest, represents a 71% winning percentage, counting ties as half a win. Selvig held opponents to .85 goals per game this year.
Comets Explode for 48 Points in Season Finale, Secure No. 2 Seed and Home Playoff Game
By halftime, Hillcrest had piled up 42 points from explosive offense and remarkable individual performances. They took those points and coupled them with a defensive strategy to slow the Ortonville Trojans, resulting in a 48–36 victory to close the regular season. The win sends the Comets into the postseason holding the No. 2 seed, setting the stage for a home playoff game on Saturday, October 31, at 2 p.m.
Comet Seniors Shine in 18-6 Senior Night Win
"We played solid defensively. This was our best game putting it together for 48 minutes," Fry said. "We tackled well in space and controlled the line against a strong running team." This was an important movement for the Comets as they eye a playoff run, especially because they came ready to play.
Comets Fight to the Finish, Build Momentum with Gritty 28-20 Road Victory
Hillcrest's young football team showed growing maturity, resilience, and determination as an 89-yard kickoff return and fourth-quarter touchdown secured a hard-fought win over NCE-Ulen-Hitterdal last night.
Comets Finds Another Gear, Break 2-2 Tie to Improve to 6-2
Hillcrest entered Saturday afternoon with two wins this week already, but the Comets’ third match brought a different kind of test. Walker-Hackensack-Akeley would not go away quietly. Twice the Wolves erased a Hillcrest lead, twice they changed the feel of the match, and twice the Comets had to prove their momentum was more than a string of good bounces. By the final whistle, Hillcrest convinced the crowd that they weren’t the beneficiaries of fortunate events, and earned their 4-2 victory to move to 6-2 and gave them three wins in a demanding week.
Comets Refuse to Break in 28-22 Double-Overtime Thriller
Down 8-0 early. Down 16-6 in the second half. Then, after fighting all the way back to take the lead, the Comets watched Hancock return an interception for a touchdown to tie the game at 22-22.
Home Sweet Home: Comets Sweep Hancock in Conference Opener at Hillcrest
Playing their first home match of the season Thursday night, the Comets swept Hancock in straight sets, 25-21, 25-13, 25-10, combining aggressive serving, improving net play, and a balanced offensive attack to earn another Little Eight Conference victory.
Comets Answer Every Challenge in Thrilling 3-2 Win Over Pelican Rapids
Maggie Mark stepped in front of a Viking pass, carried the ball through traffic, and unleashed a right-footed strike from outside the 18-yard box. The shot curled toward the upper corner and into the net, delivering the decisive goal in a dramatic 3-2 Hillcrest victory at Danielsen Field.
Comets Continue Climb with 4-0 Win in EGF
Hillcrest moved to 5–0 Monday night with a 4–0 road victory over East Grand Forks, using patience in the first half, an explosive start to the second, and another relentless defensive effort to keep their perfect season intact.
Comets Rise And Shut Out Otters 3-0
“Both teams came out ready to play,” Comet Head Coach Rod Jensen noted following the game. Looking back on the first half, it was clear Hillcrest has developed a sharper approach to soccer. The Comets pressured the ball aggressively, disrupted Fergus Falls before attacks could fully develop, and quickly transitioned from defense into dangerous scoring opportunities. That pressure paid off in the 18th minute.
Comets Sweep Crookston as Double-header Moves Both Comets Teams to 3-0
The Hillcrest boys overwhelmed the Pirates 14-0 behind a relentless attack that produced 28 shots, while the girls broke through a stubborn Crookston defense late for a 2-0 victory. When the final whistle sounded, both Hillcrest teams had improved to 3-0 on the young season.
Comets Take Flight, Soar Past Rothsay for First Win of 2026
Behind deep defensive digs, controlled first passes, and precise setting from Stella Moline, Hillcrest’s hitters spent much of the night soaring above the net as the Comets powered past Rothsay 3–1 for their first victory of the 2026 season.
Comets Grind Out 14–8 Road Win in Season Opener
The Comets left Newfolden Friday night with a 14–8 victory over Northern Freeze, using 174 passing yards, four defensive sacks and a second-half defensive stand to survive a physical season opener.
Comets Stay on the Attack in 6-3 Win at Walker
The Comets’ 6-3 road win was impressive, in a match that was more competitive than the final score might suggest. Walker challenged Hillcrest through the midfield and stayed within striking distance for much of the first half, but the Comets kept finding ways to break through.
Comets Rise to the Moment in 6-4 Thriller Over St. John’s Prep
The Comets are not simply filling holes left by last year’s leaders. Players are stepping into those spaces and making them their own. Roles are getting bigger. Expectations are getting heavier. And through two games, Hillcrest is showing that it has players willing to carry both.
Comets Come Out Flying in 4-1 Win Over Pelican Rapids
Hillcrest Lutheran Academy came out flying against Pelican Rapids over the weekend, scoring four goals from four different players, forcing turnovers across the field, and carrying a 2-0 halftime lead into a convincing 4-1 season-opening victory.
Comets Embrace the Grind as Holiday Gauntlet Builds Championship Toughness
That tone was set on December 18 in Hancock, when Hillcrest opened what would become the toughest three-week stretch of the season with a hard-fought 60–57 road win. In a gym where every possession mattered and every rebound was contested, the Comets showed early signs of the toughness they knew would be required moving forward.
Coach Fry Marks Incredible Comet Season
To this team, thank you for the resolve to elevate your family, faith, and your sport and bring us on an unforgettable journey.
To God be the glory.
Hillcrest Heads Back to the 9-Man Championship: A Legacy That Spans Generations
This Saturday, the Comets will carry that legacy with them — stepping onto the field not only to chase a championship, but to continue a story that began long before them and, with God’s guidance, will continue long after.