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Blake Durham

Sports Reporter

Blake Durham is a Sports Reporter for the Mitchell Republic, having joined the newspaper in October of 2023. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in December of 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Communications. Durham can be found covering a variety of prep and collegiate sports in the area.

During his time at UWEC, Durham was a member of the sports team for the campus television station, TV10. He covered various events for Blugold Athletics, serving as a commentator for Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, and Baseball. Durham also hosted a weekly campus sports program for TV10, recapping Blugold sports while discussing national sports topics.

Originally from Minnesota, Durham enjoys playing golf and watching baseball in his spare time.

Inside: Brookings sweeps doubleheader over Marlins girls
Kernels outscored the Cobblers 38-5 by halftime.
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A USD commit, Russell has set seven state swimming records this season competing for Sioux Falls Swim Team.
Clutch baskets from Lauren Van Overschelde and strong shooting in the first half powered Mitchell to the win on Friday night.
Mitchell shot 55.6% from the 3-point line, instrumental in the victory over Watertown on Tuesday night.
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Inside: Dakota Wesleyan men showcasing adaptability on the floor
Mitchell went 2-1-1 for the weekend in the western Twin Cities, winning its pool.
Dakota Wesleyan put up a season-high 92 points, with the players leading from within on Saturday.
Tigers held Warriors to 34.6% shooting, 16 points in the middle quarters on Saturday.
Tanagers held Kernels to 23.9% shooting for the game on Friday night.