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Brainerd Today
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Brainerd Warriors Fail to Reach Relay Finals at State Nordic Skiing Competition
Classic sprint duo of Wyatt Brown and Patrick Ryan unable to advance in fastest qualifying heat
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Brainerd Warriors' Nordic skiing team competed in the state competition at Giants Ridge Resort on Wednesday, February 11th. The classic sprint duo of Wyatt Brown and Patrick Ryan were placed in the fastest qualifying heat, but were unable to advance to the finals, finishing in fifth place.
Why it matters
The Brainerd Warriors Nordic skiing team had high hopes for a strong performance at the state competition, but fell short in the relay events. This is a disappointment for the team and their supporters, as they were expected to be contenders for a top finish.
The details
Wyatt Brown and Patrick Ryan, the Warriors' classic sprint duo, found themselves in the fastest qualifying heat for the relay events at the state competition. However, they were unable to advance to the finals, finishing in fifth place in their heat.
- The state competition took place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Giants Ridge Resort.
The players
Wyatt Brown
A member of the Brainerd Warriors Nordic skiing team, part of the classic sprint duo.
Patrick Ryan
A member of the Brainerd Warriors Nordic skiing team, part of the classic sprint duo.
Brainerd Warriors
The high school Nordic skiing team from Brainerd, Minnesota that competed at the state competition.
The takeaway
The Brainerd Warriors' failure to advance in the relay events at the state Nordic skiing competition is a disappointing result for the team, who were expected to be contenders. The classic sprint duo of Wyatt Brown and Patrick Ryan were unable to overcome the stiff competition in the fastest qualifying heat.
