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HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 6:  Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks smiles during the game against the Houston Rockets   during a preseason game on October 6, 2025 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)

NBA Contenders Vs. Pretenders: Eastern Conference Edition 

Nikos Stollenwerk, Lakota West Broadcasting October 9, 2025

With the NBA season upon us, let's get an in-depth analysis of the biggest pretenders and contenders for the upcoming season. Atlanta Hawks: Contenders While Atlanta is coming off a disappointing 40-42 season, there is a lot to be excited for in...

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Ohio State vs. Illinois: Game Preview

Ohio State vs. Illinois: Game Preview

On October 11th, 2025, the Ohio State Buckeyes are travelling five hours west, to the Gies Memorial Stadium, to play the Fighting Illini, in a FOX-televised noon matchup. Compared to other BIG 10 or college football stadiums, Illinois isn’t a historically...

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - JUNE 8: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers during Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals on June 8, 2025 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

NBA Western Conference Pretenders and Contenders

Andrew Odle, Lakota West Broadcasting October 9, 2025

The start of October means the NBA regular season is just around the corner, and with that comes preseason predictions. We’ll start by discussing the pretenders and contenders of the Western Conference.  Contender - Oklahoma City Thunder To no...

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Shocker in Fairfield: Lakota West Falls 10-7

Shocker in Fairfield: Lakota West Falls 10-7

Andrew Odle, Lakota West Broadcasting September 25, 2025

On Friday, September 19th, 2025, the Lakota West Firebirds lost their second consecutive game, 10-7, to the Fairfield Indians.  Homecoming Heroics The Fairfield Indians came into the game vs Lakota West as heavy underdogs, after losing to the Firebirds...

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 21: Jake Browning #6 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on after the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Bengals Lose 48-10 in Egregious Game

Nikos Stollenwerk, Lakota West Broadcasting September 25, 2025

After the loss of star quarterback Joe Burrow, Cincinnatians hoped the team would rally in his absence and keep the team above water. Needless to say, there will not be a lot of optimism after last Sunday’s beatdown from the Minnesota Vikings. Game...

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Firebirds Flying High Three Weeks Into the Season

Firebirds Flying High Three Weeks Into the Season

Andrew Odle, Lakota West Broadcasting September 11, 2025

On Friday, September 5th, 2025, the Lakota West Firebirds defeated the Hamilton Big Blue 38-6 on the road to capture their second win of the season. Bouncing Back The Firebirds have bounced back nicely after losing their first game of the season,...

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 07: Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Flacco #15 of the Cleveland Browns embrace after the game during the game at Huntington Bank Field on September 07, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Bengals Achieve Week 1 Win For the First Time Since 2021

Nikos Stollenwerk, Lakota West Broadcasting September 11, 2025

After a disappointing stretch of week 1 losses to mediocre teams, the Cincinnati Bengals can finally start the season with an undefeated record with a win over Cleveland. Game Summary Cincinnati started with a long, methodical drive that ended in...

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Firebird Volleyball: A Season Preview

Firebird Volleyball: A Season Preview

Amira Scherzinger, Social Media Manager August 28, 2025

Lakota West is known for being a powerhouse, especially in sports. The Firebirds have gone to the state final four, won state, and have consistently won the Greater Miami Conference Championships (GMC) in almost every sport. However, football and boys'...

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Lakota West vs Mason Game Preview

Lakota West vs Mason Game Preview

Andrew Odle, Lakota West Broadcasting August 28, 2025

The Lakota West football team looks to bounce back this Friday after an opening season loss at the hands of St. Xavier, 14-7.  Team Comparison Both Mason and West opened up their seasons by scoring 7 points in a loss, respectively, as Mason fell...

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 7: Trey Hendrickson #91 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on from the bench before the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on August 7, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Trey Hendrickson Deal Finally Finished

Nikos Stollenwerk, Lakota West Broadcasting August 28, 2025

After an excruciatingly long back-and-forth, the 2024 sack leader was finally signed to a contract that both sides could agree on. History Trey Hendrickson had 17.5 sacks in 2024, leading the league and contending for the Defensive Player of the...

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Are AAU Sports a Scam?

Are AAU Sports a Scam?

Saniya Taylor, Editor May 15, 2025

AAU, more formally known as the Amateur Athletic Union, raises parents' concerns as they see the prices that follow the organization.  What is AAU? AAU is what some would call the “gateway to success”. It’s a nationwide program that children...

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FC Cincinnati Acquire Yamil Asad

FC Cincinnati Acquire Yamil Asad

Ethan McDonald May 1, 2025

FC Cincinnati has announced the signing of Argentine Winger Yamil Asad. Asad’s contract will last until the end of the season, with an option for the 2025 season. Asad has been without a team since the end of last MLS season when DC United declined...

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