Shanley Deacons

Shanley QB Mattern Commits to St. John’s

Finished season with over 2,000 yards passing

FARGO, N.D. — Shanley quarterback, Cooper Mattern, is taking his talents to Collegeville and St John’s football this fall. Mattern finished his senior season as the top quarterback in the state of North Dakota after throwing for over 2,000 yards, 18 touchdowns and averaging just under 258 yards per game. QB1 led the Deacons to the Class AAA State Quarterfinals…

Davies, West Fargo Advance to EDC Volleyball Championship

Championship Saturday night at 7

WEST FARGO, N.D. — Thursday night brought the semifinals of the EDC volleyball tournament. The 2-3 match-up went the distance as Davies took down Sheyenne in five sets. The top seed, West Fargo, advanced with a straight sets victory over Shanley. The Eagles and Packers will play Saturday night in the EDC Championship. First serve set for 7 P.M. at…

Local Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent on Signing Day

On to the next level for many in the area

FARGO, N.D. — A pair of Moorhead signees are joining Bison nation. Senior forward Olivia Watson joins NDSU soccer after setting the Spuds single season goals record.. Ian Simonich joins NDSU golf after winning a Minnesota junior golf title. Roseau’s Katie Borowicz signs on with former Minnesota Lynx great Lindsey Whalen and the Gophers. Sheyenne boy’s basketball’s Jacksen Moni made…

Shanley Volleyball Advances in EDC Tournament

Deacons took down Grand Forks Red River in straight sets

FARGO, N.D. — The EDC Volleyball Tournament started on Tuesday night with Quarterfinal action. The four seed Shanley hosted the five seed Grand Forks Red River. Deacons came out with the four set win. West Fargo, Sheyenne, and Davies join Shanley all advancing on to the semifinals. Categories: High School, Top Sports Headlines Tags: EDC Volleyball, Shanley Deacons, Shanley Deacons…

N.D. HS FB Roundup: Davies, West Fargo, Shanley Fall in AAA Quarterfinals

Mandan, Bismarck, Century all advance

FARGO, N.D. — Friday night brought us the quarterfinal round of Division AAA in North Dakota. Sheyenne advanced after Jamestown had to forfeit due to COVIF-19 concerns. The Mustangs are the only team from the east to advance. Mandan pulled off the 2-3 upset for the second consecutive season winning 26-21. Shanley fell to the number one seed in the…

Shanley Football Embracing Underdog Role Heading into Matchup With West’s Number One Seed Bismarck Century

Century has 19-game win streak; defending state champions

FARGO, N.D. — The end of the regular season did not go as planned for Shanley football. The Deacons recorded losses in their last two games, however, it still earned a chance to redeem themselves making the playoffs as the final team from the east. That opportunity comes as a challenge. Facing the top seed from the west in Bismarck…

Shanley Wins North Dakota Class A Girls Golf State Title

First State Title Since 2007

MINOT, N.D. – Fargo Shanley won their first North Dakota Class A girls golf state championship since 2007 on Tuesday. Its Shanley’s fifth Class A title in program history. They edged out Bismarck Century by 9 strokes from the Souris Valley Golf Course. Hannah Herbel of Bismarck Century won her third straight individual golf tournament by 3 strokes over Greta…

Shanley FB Picks Up Where They Left Off After Quarantine

The Deacons showed no rust on their way to a 34 point win over Grank Forks Red River

FARGO, ND – After a ten-day hiatus, Shanley Football only had two practices leading up Saturday’s matchup against Grand Forks Central. The Deacons showed few signs of rust, coming out on top 41-7 at Shanley High. It’s their second consecutive win, improving them to (4-1) on the season. Categories: High School Tags: Deacons Football, Shanley Deacons, Shanley High Football, shanley…

Shanley Volleyball’s Friederichs Ready for Opportunity at Division One Level With St. Thomas

Committed to the Tommies This Week

FARGO, N.D. — Committing to the division one level from high school  is no easy task, however, Shanley Volleyball’s, Lander Friederichs, made it happen with a strong support system and taking advantage  of those extra opportunities. Since reaching out to St Thomas volleyball coach, Tanh Pham, her sophomore year, Shanley middle hitter, Lander Friederichs,  knew becoming a Tommie was a…

Shanley Football Gets First Positive Coronavirus Test

Team Activities shut down until Sept. 30; no impact on any games

FARGO, N.D. — Shanley football has shut down all team activities after a positive coronavirus test, according to head coach, Troy Mattern. The next time the Deacons can return to the field is September 30th. Their next game is expected to be played on October 2nd against Grand Forks Red River. This week is a built in bye for EDC…