The Sidney Sun-Telegraph - Serving proudly since 1873 as the beautiful Nebraska Panhandle's first newspaper

Sidney’s Lady Raider Basketball team lost to the Lincoln Lutheran Lady Warriors 50-to-23 in the first round of the NSAA State Tournament in Lincoln last Thursday.

It marked the fifth consecutive year Sidney has earned a trip to the State Tournament, but lost in their first round game. Although the team fell short of their ultimate goal, the season overall was a big success earning a Sub District and District Title and an 18-and-7 season record.

The team endured a season of challenges, from COVID-19 protocols to finding the right mix of players to succeed. After a loss to Chadron in the W...