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New Holstein High School standout Alexander Baackes’ college team won in NCAA D3 game on Saturday, December 9

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Knox Prairie Fire Coach Ben Davis (2024) | Knox Prairie Fire

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On Saturday, December 9, former New Holstein High School standout, Alexander Baackes’ current college team, the Knox Prairie Fire, won 54-49 in their NCAA D3 game against the Ripon Red Hawks.

The game took place in Galesburg, Illinois. This was the first matchup against the Ripon Red Hawks this season.

The Knox Prairie Fire’s next game is scheduled for Wednesday, December 13 at 6 p.m. in Springfield, Illinois.

Name: Alexander Baackes
Position: Forward
Hometown: New Holstein
Height: 6′2″

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