Pioneer Press' Dakota County player of the year: Brittnye McSparron Brittnye McSparron's hard work and dedication helped her grow from an average athlete into a standout leader. Brittnye McSparron's nicknames highlight her transformation from a bubbly little girl to a gifted athlete.
Deitchler, surprise Olympian, receives star treatment Greco-Roman wrestler Jake Deitchler of Ramsey was puzzled as he descended an escalator toward the baggage claim area at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Monday night with his coach Brandon Paulson.