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Hodag football backs into final WIAA D3 playoff spot after loss to Merrill
Rhinelander’s Sam Zwaard (5) and Judson O’Malley combine to tackle Merrill’s Kenin Jahnke during of a GNC football game at Merrill Friday, Oct. 17. The Hodags lost the game, 27-13, but secured the 32nd and final qualifying position for the WIAA Division 3 playoffs. (Bob Mainhardt for the River News)
Rhinelander’s Sam Zwaard (5) and Judson O’Malley combine to tackle Merrill’s Kenin Jahnke during of a GNC football game at Merrill Friday, Oct. 17. The Hodags lost the game, 27-13, but secured the 32nd and final qualifying position for the WIAA Division 3 playoffs. (Bob Mainhardt for the River News)
By JEREMY MAYO
Sports Editor
Rhinelander fell at Merrill 27-13 after a late rally fell short Friday night in the …

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