Episode Title: Rally & Redemption: The 1974-75 Phillips Loggers
In this episode of The Wisco-Rivals Podcast, we take a deep dive into the unforgettable journey of the 1974-75 Phillips Loggers, a team that fought through adversity, heartbreak, and thrilling comebacks to etch their name into school history.
Led by Coach Barney Slowey, the Loggers faced an up-and-down regular season filled with close calls, stunning victories, and frustrating losses. But as the postseason approached, something changed, Phillips found their identity, and when the stakes were highest, they delivered.
Through first-hand interviews with Coach Slowey and point guard, Forrest Larson, we uncover the true story of a team that peaked at the right time, riding a wave of momentum to their first-ever regional championship. From rallying past Lakeland in a dramatic sub-regional final to battling the undefeated Amery Warriors in a legendary sectional showdown, this is a tale of resilience, growth, and the power of believing in one another.
How did Bob Hladish emerge as an unstoppable offensive force when it mattered most? How did Coach Slowey’s tactical adjustments fuel their postseason run? And what was the lasting impact of this unforgettable season on Phillips basketball history?
Strap in as we relive the drama, the heartbreak, and the triumphs of a team that built a tradition and left a legacy.
This is the story of the 1974-1975 Phillips Loggers.
Pictures from the 1974-75 Season
Phillips at Ashland – December 1974
Lakeland at Phillips – December 1974
Medford at Phillips – February 1975
Phillips at Park Falls, February 1975
Park Falls at Phillips – December 1975
Prentice at Phillips, February, 1975
Spooner Sectional – March 1975
Spooner Sectional – March 1975
Spooner Sectional – March 1975
Spooner Sectional – March 1975
Sub Regional at Phillips March 1975
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