🏅 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Eric Skoyen (Class of 1985)
A championship quarterback, school leader, and devoted volunteer—Eric’s impact on O-F athletics spans generations. 🧡🖤
Eric Skoyen (Athlete)
Eric graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1985. He was 2-time class president and played 3 sports: baseball, basketball, and football. He was 2nd Team All-Northwest in basketball and a member of the Sectional Championship team his senior year, earning him the chance to play in the state tournament. As a football player, Eric was 2-time 1st Team All-Northwest and graduated with 7 all-time team records. He was a quarterback on the 1982 State Championship team, as well as the 1983 & 1984 State Runner-Up teams. Eric has served as a volunteer youth coach for all 4 of his children in tball, softball, baseball, and basketball. He was a volunteer youth football coach for 6 years and middle school football coach at O-F for 1 year. Eric has volunteered with the varsity girls’ basketball team for the past 3 years and supervised open gyms for the basketball players. Eric has worked for UPS for 40 years.
#ThunderProud🧡🖤
A championship quarterback, school leader, and devoted volunteer—Eric’s impact on O-F athletics spans generations. 🧡🖤
Eric Skoyen (Athlete)
Eric graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1985. He was 2-time class president and played 3 sports: baseball, basketball, and football. He was 2nd Team All-Northwest in basketball and a member of the Sectional Championship team his senior year, earning him the chance to play in the state tournament. As a football player, Eric was 2-time 1st Team All-Northwest and graduated with 7 all-time team records. He was a quarterback on the 1982 State Championship team, as well as the 1983 & 1984 State Runner-Up teams. Eric has served as a volunteer youth coach for all 4 of his children in tball, softball, baseball, and basketball. He was a volunteer youth football coach for 6 years and middle school football coach at O-F for 1 year. Eric has volunteered with the varsity girls’ basketball team for the past 3 years and supervised open gyms for the basketball players. Eric has worked for UPS for 40 years.
#ThunderProud🧡🖤
🏀🤼♀️💃 THUNDER SPORTS RESULTS ⚡
Week of January 12, 2026
Here’s a recap of a busy and exciting week for Thunder athletics!
HS Girls’ Wrestling (1/12)
• Viola MacDonald: 3-0 (3 pins)
• Kinley Nelson: 1-2 (1 pin)
• Layne Armstrong-Baglien: 1-2 (1 pin)
Girls’ Basketball (1/12 & 1/15)
• JV vs. Augusta: 40–28 W
• Varsity vs. Augusta: 46–62 L
• JV vs. Blair-Taylor: 26–42 L
• Varsity vs. Blair-Taylor: 21–60 L
Boys’ Basketball (1/13 & 1/16)
• JV vs. Alma-Pepin: 55–38 W
• Varsity vs. Alma-Pepin: 75–37 W
• Varsity vs. Independence/Gilmanton: 62–45 W
Middle School Wrestling (1/15)
• Mackenzie Johnson: 2-0
• Hunter Olson: 2-0
• Nolan Dahlberg: 2-1
• Ridley Westphal: 1-0
• Braydy Salter & Josephine Hansen: 1-1
• Alan Oliver, Ethan Hagen, Lucas Hagen competed hard
HS Wrestling (1/16)
• Kouper Salter: 4-0 (1 pin)
• Noah Krueger: 3-1 (2 pins)
• Henry Cash: 3-1 (2 pins)
• Sam Coach: 1-3 (1 pin)
• Easton Hansen made his season debut, wrestling tough all night
MS Girls’ Basketball (1/16)
• 7th Grade: L
• 8th Grade: 33–21 W
Dance Team (1/18) 🏆
• Hip Hop: 1st Place
• Pom: 1st Place
• Overall Champions!
⚡ Way to go, Thunder athletes!
#ThunderProud🧡🖤 ⚡
Week of January 12, 2026
Here’s a recap of a busy and exciting week for Thunder athletics!
HS Girls’ Wrestling (1/12)
• Viola MacDonald: 3-0 (3 pins)
• Kinley Nelson: 1-2 (1 pin)
• Layne Armstrong-Baglien: 1-2 (1 pin)
Girls’ Basketball (1/12 & 1/15)
• JV vs. Augusta: 40–28 W
• Varsity vs. Augusta: 46–62 L
• JV vs. Blair-Taylor: 26–42 L
• Varsity vs. Blair-Taylor: 21–60 L
Boys’ Basketball (1/13 & 1/16)
• JV vs. Alma-Pepin: 55–38 W
• Varsity vs. Alma-Pepin: 75–37 W
• Varsity vs. Independence/Gilmanton: 62–45 W
Middle School Wrestling (1/15)
• Mackenzie Johnson: 2-0
• Hunter Olson: 2-0
• Nolan Dahlberg: 2-1
• Ridley Westphal: 1-0
• Braydy Salter & Josephine Hansen: 1-1
• Alan Oliver, Ethan Hagen, Lucas Hagen competed hard
HS Wrestling (1/16)
• Kouper Salter: 4-0 (1 pin)
• Noah Krueger: 3-1 (2 pins)
• Henry Cash: 3-1 (2 pins)
• Sam Coach: 1-3 (1 pin)
• Easton Hansen made his season debut, wrestling tough all night
MS Girls’ Basketball (1/16)
• 7th Grade: L
• 8th Grade: 33–21 W
Dance Team (1/18) 🏆
• Hip Hop: 1st Place
• Pom: 1st Place
• Overall Champions!
⚡ Way to go, Thunder athletes!
#ThunderProud🧡🖤 ⚡
⚡🧡 **THUNDER SPORTS SCHEDULE** 🖤⚡
**Week of January 19, 2026**
Here’s what’s happening this week for Thunder Athletics—good luck to all our teams!
**Monday | 1/19**
🏀 **Boys Basketball (C/JV/V)** – Staff Appreciation & Dance Clinic
⏰ 5:45 / 7:15 | 📍 Black River Falls (Main & Community Gyms)
🏀 **Girls Basketball (JV/V)** vs Blair-Taylor
⏰ 5:45 / 7:00 | 📍 Black River Falls Fieldhouse
**Tuesday | 1/20**
🏀 **MS Girls Basketball** vs Altoona
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Community Gym
🤼 **HS Wrestling**
⏰ 6:00 PM | 📍 Arcadia High School
**Thursday | 1/22**
🏀 **MS Girls Basketball** vs Eau Claire Regis
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Immaculate Conception Elementary
🤼 **MS Wrestling**
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Independence High School
🏀 **Boys Basketball (C/JV/V)** vs Augusta
⏰ 5:45 / 7:15 | 📍 Main & Community Gyms
🤼 **HS Wrestling**
⏰ 7:00 PM | 📍 Independence High School
**Friday | 1/23**
🤼 **MS Boys Wrestling**
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Arcadia High School
🏀 **Girls Basketball (JV/V)** vs Melrose-Mindoro
⏰ 6:30 / 7:15 *(JV one half only)* | 📍 Melrose-Mindoro HS
**Saturday | 1/24**
🤼 **HS Wrestling**
⏰ 9:30 AM | 📍 Shell Lake High School
💃 **Regional Dance Competition**
⏰ TBD | 📍 DC Everest
Let’s pack the gyms and support our Thunder! ⚡🏀🤼♀️
#ThunderProud
**Week of January 19, 2026**
Here’s what’s happening this week for Thunder Athletics—good luck to all our teams!
**Monday | 1/19**
🏀 **Boys Basketball (C/JV/V)** – Staff Appreciation & Dance Clinic
⏰ 5:45 / 7:15 | 📍 Black River Falls (Main & Community Gyms)
🏀 **Girls Basketball (JV/V)** vs Blair-Taylor
⏰ 5:45 / 7:00 | 📍 Black River Falls Fieldhouse
**Tuesday | 1/20**
🏀 **MS Girls Basketball** vs Altoona
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Community Gym
🤼 **HS Wrestling**
⏰ 6:00 PM | 📍 Arcadia High School
**Thursday | 1/22**
🏀 **MS Girls Basketball** vs Eau Claire Regis
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Immaculate Conception Elementary
🤼 **MS Wrestling**
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Independence High School
🏀 **Boys Basketball (C/JV/V)** vs Augusta
⏰ 5:45 / 7:15 | 📍 Main & Community Gyms
🤼 **HS Wrestling**
⏰ 7:00 PM | 📍 Independence High School
**Friday | 1/23**
🤼 **MS Boys Wrestling**
⏰ 5:00 PM | 📍 Arcadia High School
🏀 **Girls Basketball (JV/V)** vs Melrose-Mindoro
⏰ 6:30 / 7:15 *(JV one half only)* | 📍 Melrose-Mindoro HS
**Saturday | 1/24**
🤼 **HS Wrestling**
⏰ 9:30 AM | 📍 Shell Lake High School
💃 **Regional Dance Competition**
⏰ TBD | 📍 DC Everest
Let’s pack the gyms and support our Thunder! ⚡🏀🤼♀️
#ThunderProud
🏅 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Randy Julien (Class of 1966)
A standout athlete, dedicated veteran, and lifelong supporter of O-F—Randy’s legacy of leadership and commitment shines on and off the court. 🧡🖤
Randy Julien (Athlete)
Randy graduated from Fairchild High School in 1966, where he played baseball and basketball all four years. He started every varsity basketball game throughout his high school career, playing 76 total games. He was MVP, All-Conference, All-Northwest, and All-State. Randy received a Purple Heart for his military service in Vietnam and is a member of the VFW and American Legion. He is a member of the Fairchild Lions Club, was Fairchild Fire District President, and served as president and treasurer of the Town of Cleveland. He worked at the Fairchild Farmer’s Union for 35 years, serving as General Manager for 23 of them. Randy attends many of the O-F sporting events and rides horse every week.
#ThuderProud🧡🖤
A standout athlete, dedicated veteran, and lifelong supporter of O-F—Randy’s legacy of leadership and commitment shines on and off the court. 🧡🖤
Randy Julien (Athlete)
Randy graduated from Fairchild High School in 1966, where he played baseball and basketball all four years. He started every varsity basketball game throughout his high school career, playing 76 total games. He was MVP, All-Conference, All-Northwest, and All-State. Randy received a Purple Heart for his military service in Vietnam and is a member of the VFW and American Legion. He is a member of the Fairchild Lions Club, was Fairchild Fire District President, and served as president and treasurer of the Town of Cleveland. He worked at the Fairchild Farmer’s Union for 35 years, serving as General Manager for 23 of them. Randy attends many of the O-F sporting events and rides horse every week.
#ThuderProud🧡🖤
🏅 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Greg Laufenberg (Class of 1970)
A true multi-sport standout and record-breaker, Greg’s impact on O-F athletics reflects a remarkable legacy. 🧡🖤
Greg Laufenberg (Athlete)
Greg graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1970 and participated in 5 sports during his high school years: baseball, basketball, football, track & field, and wrestling. In football, he was All-Conference (offense & defense), All-Northwest, and broke school records in most receiving touchdowns and most yards receiving. Greg was All-Conference and the offensive MVP in basketball. As a track athlete, he had both the most points and most firsts for 3 years and broke school and Conference records in the pole vault. He was Sectional Champion in the pole vault, shot put, and 180-yd low hurdles. Greg served in the U.S. Army in Korea, then worked for Osseo Silo Company, as a barge worker on the Mississippi River, and as a meat cutter at several local businesses.
#ThunderProud🧡🖤
A true multi-sport standout and record-breaker, Greg’s impact on O-F athletics reflects a remarkable legacy. 🧡🖤
Greg Laufenberg (Athlete)
Greg graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1970 and participated in 5 sports during his high school years: baseball, basketball, football, track & field, and wrestling. In football, he was All-Conference (offense & defense), All-Northwest, and broke school records in most receiving touchdowns and most yards receiving. Greg was All-Conference and the offensive MVP in basketball. As a track athlete, he had both the most points and most firsts for 3 years and broke school and Conference records in the pole vault. He was Sectional Champion in the pole vault, shot put, and 180-yd low hurdles. Greg served in the U.S. Army in Korea, then worked for Osseo Silo Company, as a barge worker on the Mississippi River, and as a meat cutter at several local businesses.
#ThunderProud🧡🖤
🏅 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Mark Vold (Class of 1982)
A dominant 4-sport athlete, state champion, and record-setter—Mark’s legacy of excellence at O-F and beyond is truly Hall of Fame worthy. 🧡🖤
Mark Vold
Mark graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1982. He was a 4-sport athlete, playing baseball, basketball, football, and golf. In basketball, he scored 1076 career points, a school record. He was also All-Conference, All-Northwest, All-State, 2-time MVP, and graduated with 9 all-time team records. In football, Mark was All-Northwest, All-District, All-State, won the offense award twice, and graduated with 5 all-time team records. He was part of the 1981 State Champion football team. As a basketball player at Viterbo College, Mark was All-Conference twice, played in the National Little College National Tournament, and was a member of the NCBT All-American team. He also played golf for Viterbo, earning All-Conference status. Mark was an accountant for Krause Productions and retired in 2004
#ThunderProud
A dominant 4-sport athlete, state champion, and record-setter—Mark’s legacy of excellence at O-F and beyond is truly Hall of Fame worthy. 🧡🖤
Mark Vold
Mark graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1982. He was a 4-sport athlete, playing baseball, basketball, football, and golf. In basketball, he scored 1076 career points, a school record. He was also All-Conference, All-Northwest, All-State, 2-time MVP, and graduated with 9 all-time team records. In football, Mark was All-Northwest, All-District, All-State, won the offense award twice, and graduated with 5 all-time team records. He was part of the 1981 State Champion football team. As a basketball player at Viterbo College, Mark was All-Conference twice, played in the National Little College National Tournament, and was a member of the NCBT All-American team. He also played golf for Viterbo, earning All-Conference status. Mark was an accountant for Krause Productions and retired in 2004
#ThunderProud
☕⚡Thunder Fuel Cart in action!☕⚡
Our elementary students are now delivering coffee and hot chocolate to staff as part of our new *Thunder Fuel Cart* program, started by Mrs. Acker and Mr. Ketterhagen. Students are practicing polite greetings, clear speaking, and confidence while spreading a little joy.
A huge THANK YOU to The Osseo Nickel for going above and beyond to help organize and supply this cart as a generous way to give back to our staff! 🧡🖤
#ThunderProud
Our elementary students are now delivering coffee and hot chocolate to staff as part of our new *Thunder Fuel Cart* program, started by Mrs. Acker and Mr. Ketterhagen. Students are practicing polite greetings, clear speaking, and confidence while spreading a little joy.
A huge THANK YOU to The Osseo Nickel for going above and beyond to help organize and supply this cart as a generous way to give back to our staff! 🧡🖤
#ThunderProud
🏅 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Melissa Fremstad Ryberg (Class of 2004)
A standout 3-sport athlete and record-setting competitor—Melissa’s excellence on the court and track continues to inspire. 🧡🖤
Melissa graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 2004. She was a 3-sport athlete, competing in basketball, cross country, and track. She was a Conference Champion 800M runner and competed at state in the 400M & 800M relays. Her relay team set Conference and school records in both races, and the school records still stand. In basketball, Melissa was All-Conference 3 times, All-Northwest twice, and played in the state All-Star game. She was named Best Defensive Player at Minnesota-Moorhead and has been inducted into their Hall of Fame. Finishing her college career at UWEC, Melissa was Rookie of the Year, 2-time Best Defensive Player, and team captain. She also served as Vice President of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee. Melissa has coached youth and varsity basketball teams in Mineral Point.
#ThunderProud🧡🖤
A standout 3-sport athlete and record-setting competitor—Melissa’s excellence on the court and track continues to inspire. 🧡🖤
Melissa graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 2004. She was a 3-sport athlete, competing in basketball, cross country, and track. She was a Conference Champion 800M runner and competed at state in the 400M & 800M relays. Her relay team set Conference and school records in both races, and the school records still stand. In basketball, Melissa was All-Conference 3 times, All-Northwest twice, and played in the state All-Star game. She was named Best Defensive Player at Minnesota-Moorhead and has been inducted into their Hall of Fame. Finishing her college career at UWEC, Melissa was Rookie of the Year, 2-time Best Defensive Player, and team captain. She also served as Vice President of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee. Melissa has coached youth and varsity basketball teams in Mineral Point.
#ThunderProud🧡🖤
#ThunderProud Senior Spotlight – Maddox Abramczak 🎓
We are shining the spotlight on our graduating Class of 2026!
🎓 Plans after graduation:
I plan to attend Western Technical College to become a Physical Therapy Assistant.
🌟 Favorite Subject:
Life Science, because I love learning about the human body.
🌟 Best Memory:
Senior year football.
🌟 Favorite Teacher:
Mrs. Lane — she is super nice, very respectful to everyone, and truly cares about each of her students.
🌟 Activities I Was Involved In:
Football and Track.
🌟 What I’ll Miss Most:
Being with my friends every day.
🌟 Advice for Younger Classmen:
Have fun — it goes by fast.
We wish you all the best, Maddox! We can’t wait to see where the future takes you! 🧡🖤
#ThunderClassof2026 🎓⚡
We are shining the spotlight on our graduating Class of 2026!
🎓 Plans after graduation:
I plan to attend Western Technical College to become a Physical Therapy Assistant.
🌟 Favorite Subject:
Life Science, because I love learning about the human body.
🌟 Best Memory:
Senior year football.
🌟 Favorite Teacher:
Mrs. Lane — she is super nice, very respectful to everyone, and truly cares about each of her students.
🌟 Activities I Was Involved In:
Football and Track.
🌟 What I’ll Miss Most:
Being with my friends every day.
🌟 Advice for Younger Classmen:
Have fun — it goes by fast.
We wish you all the best, Maddox! We can’t wait to see where the future takes you! 🧡🖤
#ThunderClassof2026 🎓⚡
Feel Good Friday ☕️💛 Our Hope Squad brought the warmth this morning with a free hot chocolate bar greeting students as they walked into school. It’s the little things!
#ThunderProud
🧡🖤 Kindness Week at Osseo-Fairchild Elementary School 🖤🧡
January 19–23, 2026
We’re kicking off the New Year at Osseo-Fairchild Elementary School by focusing on kindness! 💛
To celebrate, we’re excited to announce Kindness Week with fun dress-up days for all!
✨ Dress-Up Days Schedule ✨
Monday | Jan. 19
💭 “I Have a Dream” – In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Dream big by wearing comfy clothes, clean pajamas/robes, and slippers!
Tuesday | Jan. 20
🧡🖤 “Let’s Be UNITED and Be the Thunder”
Wear your Thunder gear or orange and black—United we are at OFE!
Wednesday | Jan. 21
🎉 “Wacky Zawacki Wednesday”
Rock your craziest outfit as we celebrate being unique and appreciating differences!
Thursday | Jan. 22
🎩 “Hats Off to Us Sticking Together”
Wear your favorite hat and sports team gear!
Friday | Jan. 23
🤠 “Flannel Friday – Let’s Wrap Up Kindness Week, Y’all!”
Dress in your best western wear and flannel to close out the week strong!
Let’s work together to make kindness the Thunder way—today and every day!
#ThunderProud #KindnessWeek
January 19–23, 2026
We’re kicking off the New Year at Osseo-Fairchild Elementary School by focusing on kindness! 💛
To celebrate, we’re excited to announce Kindness Week with fun dress-up days for all!
✨ Dress-Up Days Schedule ✨
Monday | Jan. 19
💭 “I Have a Dream” – In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Dream big by wearing comfy clothes, clean pajamas/robes, and slippers!
Tuesday | Jan. 20
🧡🖤 “Let’s Be UNITED and Be the Thunder”
Wear your Thunder gear or orange and black—United we are at OFE!
Wednesday | Jan. 21
🎉 “Wacky Zawacki Wednesday”
Rock your craziest outfit as we celebrate being unique and appreciating differences!
Thursday | Jan. 22
🎩 “Hats Off to Us Sticking Together”
Wear your favorite hat and sports team gear!
Friday | Jan. 23
🤠 “Flannel Friday – Let’s Wrap Up Kindness Week, Y’all!”
Dress in your best western wear and flannel to close out the week strong!
Let’s work together to make kindness the Thunder way—today and every day!
#ThunderProud #KindnessWeek
🏆🧡 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee – Todd Anderson 🖤🏆
Please help us congratulate Todd Anderson, a true Thunder standout whose excellence and legacy continue to inspire. ⚡
Todd Anderson
Todd graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1997. He was a 3-sport athlete, competing in basketball, football, and golf, earning All-Conference status in each sport. In football, Todd was also named All-Northwest, All-State, and was a member of the 1996 State Championship team. Todd played in the State Golf Tournament all 4 years of high school, winning as an individual his junior year. The team won the State Championship 3 years and was Runner-Up his senior year. Todd played golf at UW-Madison, earning All-Big Ten honors and being the team scoring leader for 2 years.
#ThunderProud
Please help us congratulate Todd Anderson, a true Thunder standout whose excellence and legacy continue to inspire. ⚡
Todd Anderson
Todd graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1997. He was a 3-sport athlete, competing in basketball, football, and golf, earning All-Conference status in each sport. In football, Todd was also named All-Northwest, All-State, and was a member of the 1996 State Championship team. Todd played in the State Golf Tournament all 4 years of high school, winning as an individual his junior year. The team won the State Championship 3 years and was Runner-Up his senior year. Todd played golf at UW-Madison, earning All-Big Ten honors and being the team scoring leader for 2 years.
#ThunderProud
🏆🧡 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction 🖤🏆
Congratulations to Jody Myhre-Oechsle. A 1995 O-F graduate and standout in cross country and track, Jody’s record-breaking career and continued competitive success make her a true Thunder legend. We are proud to honor her lasting impact on O-F athletics! ⚡
Jody graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1995 and competed in both cross country & track. She ran at the state cross country meet as a junior. In track, Jody was named Most Valuable Sprinter all 4 years of high school. She was Conference Champion in 5 events, competed at state in 4 events, and broke 5 school records. Her records in the 100M, 400M, and 1600M relay still stand. At UW-River Falls, Jody broke 4 indoor and 2 outdoor school records, qualifying for the National meet in the 400M. Jody runs competitively in dualtons, sprint triathlons, half marathons, and marathons. She works at CVTC as a Life Science Instructor and teaches Osseo-Fairchild students in the Osseo Healthcare Academy.
#ThunderProud🖤🧡
Congratulations to Jody Myhre-Oechsle. A 1995 O-F graduate and standout in cross country and track, Jody’s record-breaking career and continued competitive success make her a true Thunder legend. We are proud to honor her lasting impact on O-F athletics! ⚡
Jody graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 1995 and competed in both cross country & track. She ran at the state cross country meet as a junior. In track, Jody was named Most Valuable Sprinter all 4 years of high school. She was Conference Champion in 5 events, competed at state in 4 events, and broke 5 school records. Her records in the 100M, 400M, and 1600M relay still stand. At UW-River Falls, Jody broke 4 indoor and 2 outdoor school records, qualifying for the National meet in the 400M. Jody runs competitively in dualtons, sprint triathlons, half marathons, and marathons. She works at CVTC as a Life Science Instructor and teaches Osseo-Fairchild students in the Osseo Healthcare Academy.
#ThunderProud🖤🧡
Alumni In Action: Grace Eide Hiley
Osseo-Fairchild alum Grace (Eide) Hiley recently spoke with our high school students about her post–high school journey and her current role as a Graduate Research Assistant at UW–Stevens Point. Grace is working toward her Master of Science with a focus on Water Resources. We appreciate you sharing both your academic highs and lows as well as your research experiences. It gave our students real insight into the challenges and opportunities in the Natural Resources career cluster.
Thank you, Grace, for inspiring our students and showing how curiosity, dedication, and passion can lead to meaningful and impactful careers. THUNDER Nation is proud of you and excited to see where your journey continues!
#ThunderProud
Osseo-Fairchild alum Grace (Eide) Hiley recently spoke with our high school students about her post–high school journey and her current role as a Graduate Research Assistant at UW–Stevens Point. Grace is working toward her Master of Science with a focus on Water Resources. We appreciate you sharing both your academic highs and lows as well as your research experiences. It gave our students real insight into the challenges and opportunities in the Natural Resources career cluster.
Thank you, Grace, for inspiring our students and showing how curiosity, dedication, and passion can lead to meaningful and impactful careers. THUNDER Nation is proud of you and excited to see where your journey continues!
#ThunderProud
Thunder Buddies night! 🖤🧡
Our HS girls basketball players teamed up with our elementary students for an evening of smiles, encouragement, and Thunder pride.
Building confidence, connections, and community—one buddy at a time. 💪🏀⚡
#ThunderProud Senior Spotlight – Connor Wilkinson 🎓
We are shining the spotlight on our graduating Class of 2026!
🎓 Plans after graduation:
I plan to attend CVTC.
🌟 Favorite Subject:
Shop class — I got to expand my knowledge on what I already knew and learn new things.
🌟 Best Memory:
Participating in the Weld Academy through CVTC.
🌟 Favorite Teacher:
Mr. Speckien — he always makes class fun and can always take some grief.
🌟 What I’ll Miss Most:
Being close to my friends.
🌟 Advice for Younger Classmen:
Just do your work and pass your classes—no need to fight with teachers.
We wish you all the best, Connor! We can’t wait to see where the future takes you! 🧡🖤
#ThunderClassof2026 🎓⚡
We are shining the spotlight on our graduating Class of 2026!
🎓 Plans after graduation:
I plan to attend CVTC.
🌟 Favorite Subject:
Shop class — I got to expand my knowledge on what I already knew and learn new things.
🌟 Best Memory:
Participating in the Weld Academy through CVTC.
🌟 Favorite Teacher:
Mr. Speckien — he always makes class fun and can always take some grief.
🌟 What I’ll Miss Most:
Being close to my friends.
🌟 Advice for Younger Classmen:
Just do your work and pass your classes—no need to fight with teachers.
We wish you all the best, Connor! We can’t wait to see where the future takes you! 🧡🖤
#ThunderClassof2026 🎓⚡
🏆🧡 Athletic Hall of Fame Honor 🖤🏆
The Osseo-Fairchild Athletic Hall of Fame proudly welcomes Jon Flury! With three decades of service at O-F Schools, Jon left an unforgettable mark as a physical education teacher and as a coach in both basketball and football.
Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and passion for Thunder athletics. Your influence will be felt for generations to come. 🧡🖤⚡
Jon Flury (Coach/Athletic Service)
Jon graduated from Arcadia High School in 1958, where he was a 3-sport athlete, earning All-Conference honors in baseball, basketball, and football. He played college baseball and basketball at Wartburg and baseball at UWEC, then taught for 35 years at Hawkins, Schullsburg, and Osseo-Fairchild. Thirty years of his career was spent at O-F Schools, where he taught phy. ed. and coached basketball and football. His girls’ varsity basketball team was Conference Champions. After retiring from Osseo-Fairchild, Jon also coached basketball at Eau Claire Christian School & Mondovi High School. Jon appreciates the work that his athletes put in to be successful and enjoys talking to former students about their school days and current events. Jon attends many high school sports events and still farms in the area.
#ThunderProud
The Osseo-Fairchild Athletic Hall of Fame proudly welcomes Jon Flury! With three decades of service at O-F Schools, Jon left an unforgettable mark as a physical education teacher and as a coach in both basketball and football.
Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and passion for Thunder athletics. Your influence will be felt for generations to come. 🧡🖤⚡
Jon Flury (Coach/Athletic Service)
Jon graduated from Arcadia High School in 1958, where he was a 3-sport athlete, earning All-Conference honors in baseball, basketball, and football. He played college baseball and basketball at Wartburg and baseball at UWEC, then taught for 35 years at Hawkins, Schullsburg, and Osseo-Fairchild. Thirty years of his career was spent at O-F Schools, where he taught phy. ed. and coached basketball and football. His girls’ varsity basketball team was Conference Champions. After retiring from Osseo-Fairchild, Jon also coached basketball at Eau Claire Christian School & Mondovi High School. Jon appreciates the work that his athletes put in to be successful and enjoys talking to former students about their school days and current events. Jon attends many high school sports events and still farms in the area.
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🏆🧡 Champions on the Mat! 🖤🏆
Our youth wrestlers brought the heat this past weekend, taking 1st place at our home tournament! This incredible accomplishment speaks volumes about the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of these young athletes.
We are especially proud of the impressive number of students involved in our youth wrestling program—the future of Thunder wrestling is strong! 💪⚡
Congratulations to our wrestlers, coaches, and families on an outstanding weekend!
Our youth wrestlers brought the heat this past weekend, taking 1st place at our home tournament! This incredible accomplishment speaks volumes about the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of these young athletes.
We are especially proud of the impressive number of students involved in our youth wrestling program—the future of Thunder wrestling is strong! 💪⚡
Congratulations to our wrestlers, coaches, and families on an outstanding weekend!
🏆🧡 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction 🖤🏆
Congratulations to alumni athlete Laura Olson on her induction into the Osseo-Fairchild Athletic Hall of Fame! Her remarkable accomplishments and dedication to Thunder athletics have left a lasting mark on our program.
Once a Thunder, always a Thunder. ⚡🖤🧡
Laura Olson (Athlete)
Laura graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 2008. During high school, she was a 3-sport athlete, competing in basketball, softball, and volleyball. She was All-Conference Honorable Mention and team captain in softball. Laura was 3-times All-Conference, 2-times All-Northwest, and All-State Honorable Mention, playing in the state All-Star game. She led the O-F girls’ basketball team to the state tournament in 2008. Laura played basketball at UWEC all four years, appearing in every season game and leading the team in 3-point completions her sophomore year. She netted a career-high 29-point game and was 3rd in team points. Laura currently works as Global Sales Director for Stepan Company.
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Congratulations to alumni athlete Laura Olson on her induction into the Osseo-Fairchild Athletic Hall of Fame! Her remarkable accomplishments and dedication to Thunder athletics have left a lasting mark on our program.
Once a Thunder, always a Thunder. ⚡🖤🧡
Laura Olson (Athlete)
Laura graduated from Osseo-Fairchild High School in 2008. During high school, she was a 3-sport athlete, competing in basketball, softball, and volleyball. She was All-Conference Honorable Mention and team captain in softball. Laura was 3-times All-Conference, 2-times All-Northwest, and All-State Honorable Mention, playing in the state All-Star game. She led the O-F girls’ basketball team to the state tournament in 2008. Laura played basketball at UWEC all four years, appearing in every season game and leading the team in 3-point completions her sophomore year. She netted a career-high 29-point game and was 3rd in team points. Laura currently works as Global Sales Director for Stepan Company.
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⏰🏆 Reminder: Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Continues Tonight! 🏆⏰
Join us TONIGHT at 6:45 PM as we honor our newest inductees into the Osseo-Fairchild Athletic Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place before the start of the Varsity Boys Basketball game, so be sure to arrive early and help us celebrate this special moment in Thunder history! ⚡
#ThunderProud #OFHallOfFame #ThunderLegacy
Join us TONIGHT at 6:45 PM as we honor our newest inductees into the Osseo-Fairchild Athletic Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place before the start of the Varsity Boys Basketball game, so be sure to arrive early and help us celebrate this special moment in Thunder history! ⚡
#ThunderProud #OFHallOfFame #ThunderLegacy
