2022 MNA Better Newspaper Contest

Sports Story ( Under 1,000) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: Greenbush - The Tribune
    Entry Title: On the brink, Gator Volleyball captures first ever section title
    Entry Credit: Ryan Bergeron
    Judge Comment: Very tight and cohesively written piece. The author does well in capturing and accentuating the moment, while also providing key details of the match. Very well done.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Henderson Independent
    Entry Title: A shot above the rest
    Entry Credit: Rachel Miller
    Judge Comment: The author does an exceptional job of highlighting the individual's achievement — while crafting a very well-written human interest story!
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Henderson Independent
    Entry Title: Championship ends in heartbreak as Randolph repeats as runner-up
    Entry Credit: Rachel Miller
    Judge Comment: The lead does an excellent job of setting up the reader for what's to come. The remainder of the story gels quite well.
  • Competition Comment: Excellent submissions. The authors captured the essence of their topics. Impressive work.