Hard work pays big dividends

A handful of Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn golfers have gotten to the cusp of qualifying to play in the girls’ state tournament, but none could get over the hump.

All of that is history now, as Gracie Knobloch will play in the Class 1A state tournament on May 23-24. The junior shot an 18-hole score of 91 (44-47) during the Region 1 final at Lake Creek on May 15.

“I’m super excited to see Gracie finish as runner-up medalist at the regional final. She played consistent golf throughout the day to put herself in the right position at the end,” said Hawk coach Cheryl Kroese. “Gracie has put in a lot of ha...