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.

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.

great wins always come with drama. In the fourth quarter, Kittson County Central mounted a furious comeback, cutting the lead to six and bringing the stadium to a roar. The Comet rallied and played their most poised football of the season. As the Bearcats pushed one last time, optimistic they could charge for a decisive score that would bring them to the championship game, Berge stepped in front of a sideline pass and snatched the interception that sealed the game and sent the offense to the field to run out the clock.

Hillcrest’s serving was once again a major factor, as the Comets delivered 15 ace serves and kept constant pressure on the Raiders’ back row. Elsa Retzlaff opened the night with an 8-point serving run in the first set, setting the tone for an energetic and balanced performance.

“The gym was packed, and the Underwood pep band added so much to that playoff atmosphere, it was electric! The Rockets are a tough, well-coached team, and we have tremendous respect for how hard they competed,” Foss shared. “We were able to run our game plan, attack aggressively, and finish strong in three competitive sets.”

With their Blocktoberfest experience behind them and a week of focused preparation ahead, the Comets are eager to bring their home crowd to life when playoff action begins. Fans are encouraged to fill the stands at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, as Hillcrest hosts its first postseason matchup.

With the victory, Hillcrest secures the No. 1 seed in the section playoffs and will host the winner of Rothsay and Underwood next Saturday at 2 p.m. on John Luckey Field.

Just four minutes into the game, senior captain Lincoln Nash pushed the ball wide from midfield to Pedro Pereira on the left sideline. Pereira connected with senior captain Zane Holmquist, who skillfully chipped a shot over the Pirate keeper to put the Comets on the board early.

Knutson hits milestone of 1000 digs as Comets close regular season.

With this win, the Comets not only secured sole possession of the Lakes to Prairie Conference title but also earned the #1 seed in their subsection—a fitting conclusion to a season that saw them defeat teams they hadn’t beaten in decades. Along the way, Head Coach Rod Jensen captured his 300th career win, etching his name even deeper into Hillcrest’s storied athletics legacy.

The Comets launched onto the scoreboard early. On the opening drive, quarterback Ethan Swedberg sliced through the defense for a 15-yard touchdown, setting the tone for what would become a first-half clinic in balanced, disciplined play. Swedberg followed his rushing score with pinpoint passes to Isaac Blaskowski, Drew Fischer, Sean Berge, and Maverick Peterson, giving Hillcrest a 34–0 halftime lead.

The final scores told the story of a battle: 25–22, 21–25, 14–25, 25–10, 15–9. Each set carried its own momentum shifts, forcing Hillcrest to dig deep when the match seemed to tilt out of their favor.

The 1-0 victory was more than just another win. It was a statement. It was proof that this Comet team has the same hunger and heart that made 2015 so special, but with their own identity and fire. The defense absorbed every Lumberjack attack, battling for loose balls and staying composed under duress.

Together, these seniors have helped shape one of the best seasons in Hillcrest memory. Their faith, discipline, and unity have built a team that plays for each other and for Christ. As the Comets look toward the playoffs with hopes of a state run, they do so on the shoulders of a senior class that has set the standard for what it means to be resilient, joyful, and dedicated.

Tonight, when the Hillcrest volleyball team faces CGB, the gym will be filled not only with cheers for the Comets but also with gratitude and celebration for the seniors who have carried this team with resilience and steady leadership. Senior Night is always a bittersweet milestone, but for this group it is a reminder of how discipline, character, and identity in Christ have defined their journey.

Tonight, as the Hillcrest girls soccer team takes the field against Pelican Rapids, the spotlight shines not only on the game but on the remarkable seniors who have poured heart, resilience, and faith into this program. Senior Night is more than a farewell; it is a celebration of the friendships forged, the lessons learned, and the leadership that has shaped this year’s team.

It’s been a dominant week for the Hillcrest Comets volleyball team, as they put together three straight-set victories that showcase not only their depth but also their growing cohesion as they head toward a crucial playoff stretch this fall.

For nearly a decade, Wheaton had been the Comets’ graveyard. Trips to face the Warriors and now the Border West co-op over the years ended in heartbreak. But Friday night, the Comets stormed in with command, composure, and poise, delivering a 28–6 victory that lifted them to 4–0 and made a loud statement about where this team is headed.

The Comets, fueled by Fischer’s early strike, Selvig’s steady hands, and the tireless midfield work showed that success isn’t always about style points. It’s about resilience, unity, and trusting a process that has produced generations of Comet soccer players molded by Jensen’s steady leadership.

The Comets’ offense rolled up 388 yards, spreading the ball effectively with 137 yards on the ground and 251 through the air. Swedberg completed 16 of 26 passes for 206 yards and a touchdown while also rushing 18 times for 108 yards and four scores.