Pine City hosted Mora on Wednesday night. There was alot on the line in this game for both sides, a win overall yes, but a chance for a section and conference win along with pride. A win for either team vastly improves their standing in the section as we approach playoffs. In the early stages of the 1st half, it was a bit of a feeling out process for both sides. But once both teams settled in, there was non stop action. Defenses played a big part in this game, and even th

Pine City hosted MLWR on Friday night. The Dragons were looking to finish off the long week strong. Pine City was able to get off to a good start against the Rebels. They set the pace offensively and the defense was suffocating.

Pine City hosted Barnum on Monday night. After nearly a week between games Pine City was finally able to get back out on the court. The Dragons came in riding a three game win streak and look to start the new week off right.

Pine City hosted Esko on Saturday afternoon. The Dragons had a tough loss to start their week of play against Milaca, but won on Friday over Mille Lacs. Now they got their opportunity to end the win with 2 wins and get back over .500 on the season.

Pine City hosted Mille Lacs on Thursday night. The Dragons were able to score first but it wasn't long before the Raiders answered to tie the game. But the Raiders were able to go on a 26-3 run which left Pine City reeling.

Pine City traveled to Milaca on Tuesday night. Both of these teams came in looking to improve their section records, plus a win improves their QRF, which could go a long way come playoff time. Once the game began, both teams took some time to settle in.

Pine City hosted Hinckley-Finlayson on Thursday night. Both teams looked to get back into the win column. The Jags got on the board first with a couple trips to the free throw line. Pine City then turned things around going on a 17-0 run. Their offense was able to set the pace of the game during that run, their defense also helped with some turnovers which were turned into points.

Pine City hosted Braham on Tuesday night. Both teams got off to a decent start, but Pine City was able to match the pace that the Bombers set. This allowed the Dragons to keep the game close. You could sense Pine City had found some belief in their team, understanding they could stick with any team they faced. It was a back and forth battle, but turnovers started to pile up for Pine City, which Braham was able to capitalize on.

The Lady Dragons hosted Cloquet on Tuesday night. The Dragons played their third team in Class AAA or higher with the matchup. They were looking to get back over .500 on the season and head into Christmas break on a high note. It wasn't the best of starts for either team, fouls piled up early on for Cloquet. Both defenses played hard and made it difficult to find any decent shots.

The Pine City Boys hosted Milaca on Monday night. Both teams came in searching for the first section win of the season. The Wolves came out and set the pace early on, offensively they moved the ball around and shot quick, defensively it was full court press trying to force Pine City to break it. The Wolves were out to an early 9-0 lead. But the Dragons were able to correct things on the fly.

Pine City hosted Foley on Tuesday night. These two teams played last year in Foley and what a game that was. This time the game happens alittle earlier in the season in Pine City. Foley came in as the #1 team in the section, and Pine City was also in the top 5.

The Lady Dragons hosted Hastings on Friday night. The Raiders weren't just some random team making the trip to Pine City, Dragons HC Padrick Judd used to coach there. While there were some connections, Pine City knew they had business to take care of. As the game began it was clear the time off for both teams brought some new energy. Despite the energy neither team got off to a particularly great start, but credit should be given to the defenses in this game.

Pine City girls hosted Aitkin on Saturday. The girls basketball team had a busy end to their week, on Friday they played in the cities against St Croix Prep, then had to turn around and play again Saturday afternoon. Some fatigue was sure to play a factor in this midday game, especially this early in the season. But Pine City did not let that hold them back, despite the slow start. Vivian Lahti got them on the board first with a three.

The Dragons boys basketball team hosted Ogilvie on Tuesday night. Pine City came into the night after a loss the previous night vs Zimmerman, the Lions came in fresh, as this was their first game of the season.

The Dragons traveled to Zimmerman on Monday night. Pine City comes into the season as a younger squad, with a mix of experience. Early on against the Thunder, they were moving the ball well and even held a 5-1 lead. But the speed, height and experience of Zimmerman soon took over.

Head Coach Unverzagt tells us how the teams season officially ended. We wrapped up our tennis season celebrating our JV and Varsity seasons at our team banquet tonight.  The girls had a lot to celebrate at all levels.  We had a strong and competitive JV season with 24 tie break matches played!  Our varsity had a lot to celebrate as the section and conference champions.  They also earned all state academic gold as a team and conference academic champions with a team GPA of

Pine City Head Coach Kristin Unverzagt updates us on the final matches of the season. The girls tennis season is officially wrapped up!

Pine City hosted Mora on Tuesday night. For the 2nd time in nearly as many weeks, the Dragons and Mustangs would hit the field for their rivalry game. The last time out, Pine City was able to get the shutout win at home. But this time, there was more on the line than just pride, the winner would move on to the section semi finals on Saturday.

Head Coach Kristin Unverzagt tells us how the State Tournament has gone. The girls fell in two tough battles today, but represented Pine City well.  They have so much to be proud of. 

Head Coach Kristin Unverzagt updates us on how the individual section tournament went! The tennis team battled hard and represented PCHS well today.