Sports

By Kevin Yoder Last Friday the Pirates home opener doubled as Senior night, and Hudson honored 12 exceptional four-year players. Owen Bell, Payton Bishop, Rylan Dunbar, Gavin Gunnarson, Jack Holbach, Carter Ites, Austin Kliegl, Alston Loeb, Grady Moseley, Jackson Nesteby, Jaxson Willand and McCoy Yoder were all recognized during

By Siri Olsen The Hudson volleyball team put together a dominant performance Tuesday, Sept. 1, at North Linn, going 3-0 and sweeping all three opponents in straight sets. Hudson opened against North Linn and quickly took control, winning 25-16 and 25-15. The Pirates carried that momentum into

By Kevin Yoder The Pirate football team was back on the gridiron last Friday night for a second consecutive road game. Night two of three in their cat-themed pre-district schedule saw them travel to Cascade, attempting to avenge last season’s loss to the undefeated Cougars. The game

by Siri Olsen The Hudson Pirate volleyball team had a successful summer, participating in numerous scrimmages and tournaments. The Pirates traveled as far as Johnston and Ankeny to take on some of the top teams across all classes in the state. That hard work and experience against competitive opponents helped

by Kevin Yoder Friday night lights returned to football fields across the state of Iowa last week, and the Hudson Pirate football team opened their 2026 schedule on the road just outside of Troy Mills. The highly ranked North Linn Lynx were the opponent, and the Pirates were prepared for