2021 MNA Better Newspaper Contest

Sports Feature Story ( 5,001 - 10,000 Multi-Day,Under 5,000 Multi-Day)Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: Bemidji - The Bemidji Pioneer
    Entry Title: Darkhouse spearfishing is 'God's television set' for the winter outdoors enthusiast
    Entry Credit: Bria Barton
    Judge Comment: Extremely riveting feature on the sport of spearfishing. It covered a lot of ground, including the controversy of the sport. But it also gave good insight into the passion the spearfisherman has for the sport.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Detroit Lakes Tribune
    Entry Title: Roger Lee: A local curling legend and mentor
    Entry Credit: Michael Achterling
    Judge Comment: I was able to get a real picture of Roger Lee through this well-crafted story.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Alexandria - The Echo Press
    Entry Title: Commitment to teaching tennis takes a break
    Entry Credit: Jared Rubado
    Judge Comment: Strong writing allows the reader to appreciate the passion the tennis coach has for his sport.
  • Competition Comment: None