Bridget Pankratz performed at the Class B Speech State Tournament on April 25 at Mandan High School, where she placed sixth in storytelling and tied for sixth in humorous interpretation. Photo by Larry Stokke.
VALLEY CITY — Bridget Pankratz earned a pair of top-eight finishes at the 2026 NDHSAA Class B Speech State Tournament, held April 25 at Mandan High School. In addition, she was named a member of the Class B All-State Speech Team.Pankratz, competing for Rolette, placed sixth in storytelling and tied for sixth in humorous interpretation. The tournament featured qualifiers from regional a...