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Ben Helwig

Reporter · US

Indexed articles, last 90 days
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Sep 29, 2026
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Jul 10, 2026

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  1. Article · Sep 29, 2026 · Ben Helwig

    Hello, My Name Is: Lexxi Oertel (opens the original)

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    MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WSAW) - For Marshfield senior Lexxi Oertel, there are no shortcuts on the golf course. Whether in a varsity tournament or a casual round, Oertel holds herself strictly to the rulebook — no conceded putts, no mulligans, and no excuses. “I’ve always grown up following the rules, making sure you’re doing the right things, everyone’s paying attention and knowing what to do,” Oertel said. “I always want to get better and even though it is a little putt, in a competition, there is no

  2. Article · Sep 26, 2026 · Ben Helwig

    The Hilight Zone Week 6: Gilman makes statement in marquee game (opens the original)

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    WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. (WSAW) - On the final Friday of September, high school football hit week six with plenty of major games. In our Game of the Week, Gilman beat Assumption in a battle of the top two teams in the stae. The Pirates got big performances from twin seniors Lucas and Logan Halida in the backfield. The Pirates keep their perfect season rolling with an impressive showing. The Halidas are leaning on their years of experience together. “We’ve been playing sports together since, I don’

  3. Article · Sep 25, 2026 · Ben Helwig

    Reaching 500: Jerry Sinz’s lasting legacy in Edgar (opens the original)

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    EDGAR, Wis. (WSAW) - Longtime Edgar football coach Jerry Sinz isn’t one to shine a spotlight on his own accomplishments — even after earning his 500th career victory. Following the historic milestone, the celebration remained characteristically low-key for the veteran coach who has spent 52 years on the Wildcats sideline. “We got together after the game down at the lanes — players, former players, coaches, some parents and stuff like that,” Sinz said. “It was kind of fun, but shoot, I think I we

  4. Article · Sep 23, 2026 · Ben Helwig

    Wausau wins WVC leg at Trapp River, SPASH’s Barber takes first individually (opens the original)

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    WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - It was the final leg of WVC play on Tuesday as Valley girls golf teams made their way to Trapp River Golf Course. SPASH’s Jenna Rae Barber was the big winner on the day. She finished her day with a 42 (+6) in nine holes of competition. Wausau took first in the team portion with 185 points. SPASH was second with 198. Wausau had three golfers finish in the top four; Breanne Bushong (45), Brooklyn Freiberg (45) and Anika Creisher (48). Click here to download the WSAW news app

  5. Article · Sep 22, 2026 · Ben Helwig

    Hello, My Name Is: Bryce Flaker (opens the original)

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    STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - The Pacelli Catholic High School football team is off to a 4-1 start this season, but for senior running back Bryce Flaker, the most meaningful victories began long before kickoff. While winning games on Friday nights remains the goal, Flaker and fellow team captains made a conscious effort during the offseason to prioritize mentorship and team culture for younger players. “I feel like the most fun of the season, truly, has been preparing for the season,” Flaker said

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