Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Fargo/Moorhead - The Forum Entry Title: RedHawks reliever hoping people learn from his story of drug addiction Entry Credit: Chris Murphy Judge Comment: The clear winner in this category. The writing is sharp and emotive, but what elevates this story to the next level is the way it ties in sport with the very real problem of drug addiction. Excellent work.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Grand Forks Herald Entry Title: Persistence pays Entry Credit: Brad Elliott Schlossman Judge Comment: A local garbage man who is also a pro hockey scout? The premise of the story is an instant winner, but good writing carries the reader from start to finish in this must-read.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Mankato - The Free Press Entry Title: MSU catcher's videos are a big hit Entry Credit: Shane Frederick Judge Comment: A unique, fun story, one that I bet would play well online.
Competition Comment: A lot of entries in this one. Several quirky stories that were some good reads.
