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eorge Yarno, Jr., Head Coach - George Yarno, Jr. brings a great deal of experience to the position of head varsity coach for the Bulldogs.

Having grown up in a football family, George played for the University of Nevada in 2003 and 2004 and then went on to play for Idaho State University from 2005 to 2007.

He also played for the Boise Burn in the Arena Football League in 2008.

But it is not just playing experience that is one of Yarno’s strengths; he also has coaching experience as well. He began coaching at the junior varsity level at Highland High School in Pocatello where he coached from 2009 to 2011 before moving on to coach both the offensive and defensive lines as well as serving as the run game coordinator at Coronado High School in 2012 and 2013. Yarno returned to Highland in 2014 and coached the varsity defensive line there for two years before coming to Sandpoint in June of 2016.

As head coach, Yarno works with all the coaches and the Sandpoint High School team and helps where needed. “I really enjoy the

work ethic and integrity of the players at SHS,” said Yarno, who in addition to head coach serves as the offensive coordinator and the quarterback coach. “They are hard working, disciplined, bluecollar type of kids.”

He acknowledges that there will be challenges, one of which he said is finding new and innovative ways to accomplish their goals.

Also, overcoming adversity in creative and effective ways as a team.

But his primary goal goes beyond the scoreboard. He wants to build the kids into successful members of the school and the community. “This is accomplished through hard work and accountability. We want to build young men with what we do inside and outside of school and football by working hard and serving our community.”

Words of wisdom to his team: “Show up early, leave late and work as hard as you can. Do your very best at whatever task you are presented with to be sure you have no regrets after the fact.”

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Bonner General Health and the father of a five year old, two year old and six month old, Coach Huntsberger’s, or “Doc” as the players refer to him, days are extremely busy. But so are his nights. He works in the emergency room from 8pm to 8am to be sure he is available to work with the team and does his best to never miss a practice.

“My goal for the season is to help the boys improve play by play and to help make them not only better football players, but better people,” said Coach Huntsberger Vince Huntsberger, Defensive Back Coach - This is the fourth year on the SHS Bulldog coaching staff for Vince Huntsberger who brings with him a great deal of experience. A graduate of Libby High School, Coach Huntsberger had a remarkable college career as safety for the University of Montana and went on to play one year of arena football. His coaching experience includes one year at the University of Montana and one year at Central Missouri State.

With three seasons behind him, Coach Huntsberger is thoroughly enjoying the experience. “I love to be able to teach the kids and to coach them,” said Huntsberger.

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Words of wisdom to his team: “Play hard and have fun.”

Al Beard, Wide Receiver Coach - If you have followed Sandpoint football for a long time, Coach Al Beard is no stranger to you. Now in his fourth year coaching with this group, Coach Beard was the coach for wide receivers and kickers at Sandpoint High School from 1994 to 1998. And you know what that means? He was part of the coaching staff when the Bulldogs won the State Championship in 1997!

Football has always been a part of Coach Beard’s life. Starting at age 8 he played Pop Warner football and continued through high school. His positions included defensive end / outside linebacker

and offensive fullback / running back.

Coach Beard began coaching in the late 1970s and served as head coach for youth football for 15 years in California. He also served as a high school varsity assistant for three years in California before coming to Sandpoint in the 1990s. And now that he has returned he could not be happier.

“I enjoy everything about coaching at SHS—the players, fellow coaches and staff, the town and community,” said Coach Beard. “We get to teach the game we love to young student athletes in such a beautiful place with great community support.”

Like anything worth pursuing, there are challenges. “I think the biggest challenge

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coaching football is getting players to buy into the systems being taught for the first time, development of player fundamentals and position responsibilities, and taking the ‘I’ out of team,” said Coach Beard.

“Playing the game as one cohesive unit versus eleven individuals on the field.”

to the team having coached flag football for three years, Sandpoint Jr. tackle for four years and Sandpoint High School freshman for two years. He then coached JV for three years including last year when he was the head coach for the JV team and they went 6-3.

He enjoys being part of Coach Yarno’s team of coaches. “Coach Yarno brings a new offense to Sandpoint’s football program, the spread offense. The players are embracing it, and it should prove to be fun and exciting,” said Coach Beard.

“Coach Yarno brings a fresh new look to the program with a positive and enthusiastic agenda going forward. He’s bonding well with players and coaches alike. Coach Yarno is a good man, teacher and coach.

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“Some of the things I like most about coaching football is being able to interact with, influence and help kids learn and develop into athletes and young men. I love being able to coach my boys and watch them grow and develop! Also I get to be on the sideline and help with the game because there’s no better place to be at a football game,” said Coach Ducken, who adds one of the biggest challenges is to get a group of players to play as one.

Coach Beard’s goal for the team is to improve each day, to ensure they always put forth their best effort and to be the best teammate they can be. “If we do these things, we will become champions on the field and in life.”

Words of wisdom to his team: “Have fun and stay involved in your high school years. They go by so fast and you can’t get them back. Give your best effort!”

Quentin Ducken, Offensive Line Coach - A 1998 graduate of Sandpoint High School, Quentin Ducken is happy to be coaching for his alma mater. He started playing his sophomore year where he played on the defensive line and as a receiver. His junior year he played on the defensive line and at the fullback position and later switched to center when the center was hurt.

“As a senior I was the starting center on the ‘97 state champion team where we defeated Eagle 24-21. A game I will never forget!” said Coach Ducken.

One of Coach Ducken’s main goals for the offensive line this year is to get enough guys to stay healthy, create a brotherhood with each other and just execute at a high rate. “I hope to help these young men win a state title like I did!”

Words of wisdom to his team: “Give 100 percent 100 percent of the time and you will succeed!”

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Coach Lyon is a science teacher at Sandpoint Middle School.

Coach Lyon’s role with the SHS Bulldogs is coaching for the defensive line, something he is thoroughly enjoying. “I like being able to interact with and teach the players,” shared Coach Lyon.

When asked what he sees as the biggest challenge of coaching, he responded, “Being able to find out how to motivate each player to find his full potential.” He Chad Loutzenhiser, Running Back Coach - Sandpoint football fans are no stranger to the last name Loutzenhiser.

Last year Coach Chad Loutzenhiser moved up to the varsity ranks as coach of the offensive line, a position previously held

by Crosby Tajan. This year he will coach the running backs. Coach Loutzenhiser grew up in Northern California and played a lot of different sports, but was especially devoted to football. He has coached his own boys for many years starting with flag football.

“In 2008, I started coaching in the Sandpoint Jr. Tackle league,” said Coach Loutzenhiser who served as the sophomore head coach for two years before moving to the varsity staff last year.

He said he finds it a challenge to run his construction company while also fitting in his love for coaching and football. But it is a challenge he said is worth it.

“What I enjoy the most is being with these young men in a competitive environment and watching them excel in a sport that takes a lot of hard work and dedication,” said Coach Loutzenhiser, who adds that his goals for the running backs is to limit turnovers and to average 100-plus yards per game. He shared that he looks forward to working with Coach Yarno again this year.

“What I enjoy about working with Coach Yarno is his passion for the game and holding our players accountable for their actions on and off the field,” said Coach Loutzenhiser.

Words of wisdom to his team: “The advice I have for these athletes and everyone is that life is short so do what you love for as long as you can.”

Sean Lyon, Defensive Line Coach - As a former SHS Bulldog, Coach Lyon is happy to be coaching again this year at his alma mater. After leaving SHS, Lyon went on to play football for the Air Force Academy. In addition to coaching football,

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every position except quarterback, before graduating in 1989. His team was the first to go to state, and he said it was special because it was with his friends. That is what his hope is for this year’s team. “I want the kids to enjoy the game and enjoy being around their friends,” said Coach Miller. He is back at his alma mater to not only coach but he also teaches strength and conditioning and physical education at SHS. When asked what he enjoys about working with Coach Yarno, Miller replied, “He’s very knowledgeable ,and I enjoy the energy he has. His enthusiasm about the sport is contagious.”

Both Miller and Coach Yarno share the philosophy that the goal with the players is to build better young men. “I would love to see us win the academic title,” said Coach Miller of one of his goals, citing the belief that commitment to academic success carries over to many areas of life, including athletics. “If we do that we can be a challenger for the state title.”

looks forward to this season and said his goal is for his players to be the best defensive line in the region.

In his second year with Coach Yarno, Sean said he thoroughly enjoys the passion that Coach Yarno brings to the game.

Words of wisdom to his team: “Enjoy the experience of being with your friends.

When we went to the state title game, it wasn’t one person that got us there. It was everyone. Enjoy the moments.”

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Words of Wisdom to his team – “Play every play like it’s your last.”

Steve Miller, Linebacker Coach/ Defensive Coordinator - Steve Miller is no stranger to the world of coaching. He has coached for 25 years, 13 of which were with SHS football. “I coached 11 years with Satini (Puailoa), one on varsity with Coach (Mike) Mitchell, and one with the freshman team,” said Miller.

Coach Miller played for the Bulldogs from 1986 to 1988, where he played

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Bailey Faber, Athletic Trainer – New to the SHS staff this year is Athletic Trainer Bailey Faber. She is originally from Fort Collins, Colorado but has spent the last four years in Ames, Iowa where she recently graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training. While at Iowa State University, Bailey worked with the football team, the men’s and women’s basketball teams and women’s gymnastics.

She is looking forward to getting to know the students and working closely with

them. “I love getting to know so many different people and to be there to help them with anything that they need,” said Bailey.

It’s not only her new position that Bailey looks forward to, but it’s also being able to explore Sandpoint, her new home. “Prior to this I was living in Iowa where all you see for miles are corn and bean fields,” said Bailey. “I definitely feel at home being in the mountains!”

With the exception of 2006 when he took a year off, Jarrett has served as the equipment manager for the team for 19 years.

Jarrett can be found before games loading the Bulldog trailer, ensuring that every player and coach has what he needs to be prepared for the big game. At the game Jarrett paces the sidelines, makes sure water bottles are filled and chin straps are secure. And most importantly he cheers and encourages the players.

Jarrett, also known as “Jer-Bear” to many, takes great pride in his role as equipment manager. “My goal is to make it as simple as I can for the team and coaches,” said Jarrett.

He said he thoroughly enjoys working with Coach Yarno. “He lets me do my job and holds me accountable,” said Jarrett. “He is a great coach and a great leader, and I’m really excited to see where he takes this program.

Jarrett Robson “Jer Bear”, Equipment Manager - Dedicated.

Enthusiastic. Supportive. These are all words to describe Jarrett Robson, a fixture on the Sandpoint High School football staff.

Jarrett graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1997 after moving here from Dallas two year earlier. He attended the University of Idaho and, in addition to his studies, Jarrett served as the equipment manager for both the University of Idaho Vandal’s

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“I came to Sandpoint on Thursday night and worked both home and away games. Then I would leave in the early hours on Saturday to get to Moscow for the U of I home games,” said Jarrett.

For away games, Jarrett loads his trailer with all the team bags, water jugs and other equipment and leaves for their destination in advance of the team so everything is there for them when they arrive.

“I love being with student athletes and seeing them grow into young men,” said Jarrett, who adds it means a lot to him to be able to part of that process, and he wouldn’t trade it for the world.

Words of wisdom to his team: “Remember that how you prepare yourself here at Sandpoint High School determines how you carry yourself out there in the real world. Be accountable in everything that you do.”

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uccess. Ask someone to define it, and you will not get the same response twice. When it comes to coaching football, Sandpoint High School Head Coach George Yarno, Jr. said success does not come in the win-loss column, it is helping boys grow into young men who exhibit good moral character.

Coach Yarno has grown up around football. His dad, George Yarno, Sr., played professional football for 13 years, 11 in the NFL and two for the USFL. “My dad played for Tampa Bay, Atlanta, Houston and Green Bay,” said George, Jr. His uncle, John Yarno, also played professional football with the Seattle Seahawks before going onto the USFL. Unfortunately, Coach Yarno’s father passed away last year just prior to the Sandpoint Bulldog’s season.

“My father was my hero. Everything about him is everything I want to be,” said Coach Yarno. “I have modeled my coaching style after him.”

In visiting with Coach Yarno, it is clear his passion is not only football, but working with kids as well. He has been part of very successful programs, including his most recent job at Highland High School in Pocatello where the team has won 10 state championships, two of which were under Coach Yarno. But in the end, Yarno said it is not about the wins and losses.

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“My focus is on how many kids’ lives I can change. If we can do that, the wins and losses will take care of themselves,” he said. “I only remember a couple of (football) scores. But I remember every coach that had an influence on me.”

the offense plays with more formations and shifts.When asked what he sees as the team’s strength, Coach responded, “We are loaded athletically especially in the skilled positions.” He added that the defensive line, with all seniors with the exception of one junior, will also be very strong.

Going into his second year as head coach of the Sandpoint Bulldogs, He has high hopes for quarterback Robbie Johnson; an athlete he said Coach Yarno said fans can expect to see a few changes on the field. exhibits special qualities. “Athletes like him do not come along very often.

If I do my job right, he should be player of the year.”

“The kids are excited. We are doing things offensively that will be different and a number of the kids are loving it.”

Coach Yarno said the positions of linebacker and defensive back only have one returning starter, but that does not mean they are a weak link.

There are approximately 20 seniors and 30 juniors on varsity and roughly “The kids who are stepping up should be really good,” said Coach Yarno.

35 sophomores on the junior varsity team.

When asked who he sees as the biggest opponent of the season, Coach But football for this group does not start in September. Not even August. Yarno said “Right now it’s Post Falls, because that is our first game. When The coaches begin to prepare in April and hold spring practices in parts you’re a coach you cannot look past your nose. You look at one week at of May and June and then attended Border League Camp the week of a time.”

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In mid-September the team will travel to Alberta, Canada to play a game.

“On June 25 we started lifting weights and running every week, Monday Since Canadian football differs from American, they will play two quarters through Thursday, in the morning,” said Yarno, adding that while not all of each. According to Coach Yarno, Canadian football has 12 men on the the kids showed up they consistently had at least 35 athletes and some field as opposed to 11 in American football, and they can motion towards days as many as 50. the line of scrimmage. “They also have bigger fields,” he said.

Mandated by the state there was a “no contact” week the week of July 31 to August 4 and then practices began on August 7 running each weekday from 9 to 11am and 3:30 to 5:30pm. The team had two games before school started, and Coach Yarno said he hopes the season ends the week before Thanksgiving. “That will mean we are in the state championship,” said Yarno.

Coach Yarno believes in allowing the players to vote on who they feel will best represent the team as captains. Prior to the season the entire team votes on a captain from the offensive players, the defense and the special teams. “The coaches then will choose a fourth captain,” said Yarno.

In addition to overseeing 120 football players, 15 coaches and nearly 300 parents, Coach Yarno also teaches strength and conditioning classes to the freshmen, upperclassmen and females at Sandpoint High School.

The coaching staff from varsity down to the freshmen team has a number of new faces, several of them young men who can evolve together as a staff for years to come.

His job as a coach and as a teacher is one Coach Yarno takes seriously. “If my boys leave my program a better person, that’s worth a state championship right there,” he said. “Our success is not measured by wins. It’s based on the men we produce and put back into our community. We want to develop good students and good citizens. If we have to skip a practice to go help someone in the community that needs us, that is what we will do. In the end, these boys will win at life and that’s why we’re here.”

“We’ve expanded the playbook a lot, and I am still committed to running the football,” said Coach Yarno of what fans can expect to see this season. “I will always emphasize running the ball and stopping the run on defense.”

Creativity is something that Coach Yarno emphasizes and this will be demonstrated on

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He and his assistant coaches are excited for the direction the Bulldogs are going and anxious to see what the season brings.

“There is a good foundation here, and I’m looking forward to building an empire on that foundation,” said Coach Yarno, who adds that every player is a piece of the puzzle and he is sure this team will surprise some people.

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Davis, TJ

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Ducken, Cole

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Emerson, Hayden

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Johnson, Logan

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Johnson, Robbie

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145

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155

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Sparks, Dylan

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135

Stickelmeyer, Evan

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Stockton, Alex

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Wilcox, Cal

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Wilson, Carter

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Zhong, Victor

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Sandpoint High School Football 2017 Colors: RED AND WHITE Mascot: Bulldogs Administration: Principal: Tom Albertson Athletic Director: Kris Knowles Head Coach: George Yarno Assistant Coaches: Vince Huntsberger Sean Lyon Chad Loutzenhiser Al Beard Quentin Ducken Steve Miller Scott Albertson

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Weight // 170

Hunter Elliott #8 Grade // 11 Height // 6’2”

Weight // 178

Robbie Johnson #14 Grade // 12 Height // 6’3”

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Caleb Fingel #3 Grade // 11 Height // 6’2”

Weight // 185

Thomas Riley #9 Grade // 12 Height // 5’8”

Weight // 170

Tristan Plail #16 Grade // 11 Height // 5’7”

Weight // 150

Sam Diercks #5 Grade // 12 Height // 6’1”

Weight // 165

Declan Plummer #10 Grade // 11 Height // 5’9”

Weight // 155

Parker Coon #18 Weight // 140 Grade // 11 Height // 5’10”

Garrett Chandler #7 Weight // 155 Grade // 10 Height // 5’10”

James Johnson #11 Grade // 12 Height // 6’5”

Weight // 195

Julian Barajas #21 Grade // 12 Height // 6’0”

Weight // 170

Carter Wilson #22 Grade // 12 Height // 6’0”

Weight // 160

Dillan Mitton #32 Weight // 160 Grade // 11 Height // 5’10”

Joe Schauwecker #41 Grade // 12 Height // 5’8”

Weight // 175

Hunter Basnett #24 Grade // 11 Height // 6’1”

Weight // 170

Kerry Johnson #33 Grade // 11 Height // 5’8”

Weight // 190

Payton Cox #44 Grade // 11 Height // 5’8”

Weight // 190

Brock Kluver #27 Grade // 11 Height // 5’7”

Weight // 163

Dylan Sparks #34 Grade // 11 Height // 5’7”

Weight // 135

Jarrett Mitton #50 Weight // 195 Grade // 12 Height // 5’10”

Riley Anderson #29 Grade // 11 Height // 5’9”

Weight // 160

Jeremiah Doty #40 Grade // 11 Height // 6’0”

Weight // 158

Tristin Gonser #54 Grade // 11 Height // 5’5”

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Cal Wilcox #55 Grade // 11 Height // 6’2”

Weight // 205

Wyatt Bailey #65 Grade // 11 Height // 6’4”

Weight // 170

Trey Flint #76 Grade // 12 Height // 6’4”

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Karsen Fournier #56 Weight // 205 Grade // 11 Height // 5’10”

Evan Stickelmeyer #66 Grade // 12 Height // 6’4”

Weight // 230

Alex Christensen #77 Grade // 12 Height // 5’8”

Weight // 190

Cole Ducken #61 Grade // 11 Height // 5’9”

Weight // 265

Tyrone Larson #70 Grade // 12 Height // 6’1”

Weight // 300

Will Gonser #79 Grade // 12 Height // 6’0”

Weight // 210

Spencer Butler #63 Grade // 12 Height // 6’3”

Weight // 210

Logan Johnson #75 Grade // 12 Height // 6’1”

Weight // 260

Alex Stockton #80 Grade // 11 Height // 6’3”

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Braden Payner #84 Grade // 11 Height // 5’7”

Weight // 145

Chris Jones #95 Grade // 12 Height // 6’4”

Weight // 285

Victor Zhong #85 Grade // 11 Height // 6’0”

Weight // 155

Thomas Aleto #98 Weight // 206 Grade // 11 Height // 5’11”

Austin Greene #86 Grade // 12 Height // 6’1”

Weight // 160

TJ Davis #88 Grade // 12 Height // 6’6”

Weight // 195

Hayden Emerson #99 Grade // 11 Height // 6’0”

Weight // 275

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or any parent who has a child in sports, you know how important it is to receive immediate medical treatment in the event of an injury. Fortunately for Sandpoint High School (SHS), Dr. Doug Cipriano and Dr. Brent Leedle of Bonner General Orthopedics have a combined 28-plus years of volunteering their time to Sandpoint football. Dr. Leedle also holds a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. Over the years, the physicians have collaborated with physical therapists and athletic trainers to support our high school athletes.

This year, there is a collaborative effort among a team of health care providers to ensure that athletes receive comprehensive treatment and are able to return to play as soon as possible.

Bonner General Health has partnered with SHS and hired Bailey Faber, an athletic trainer who recently moved to the area.

“I chose to work at the high school level so I can see the athletes grow and help them progress through these formative years,” said Faber.

Joining Dr. Cipriano, Dr. Leedle and Faber is Physical Therapist Sam Morton of Performance Physical Therapy, who volunteers his time to the athletes on the field. In addition to being a physical therapist, Morton is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Together, this team will provide support to all SHS athletes.

Faber’s role will include being at the high school to conduct dayto-day injury prevention measures, and she will be on hand at home games also providing injury prevention measures and acute injury care. When there are multiple athletic events at the same time, Faber will attend the event with the highest probability of catastrophic injury. Should an injury occur at another home event, she will go to that location to treat the athlete.

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games offering his assistance.

“I played college football and have always been drawn to working with athletes,” said Morton. “I want to use my strength (as a physical therapist) to serve the community.”

Having a support team that works together on a day-to-day basis is definitely an advantage.

“To have a full-service medical team from Bonner General Health makes a lot of sense,” said Kris Knowles, Assistant Principal for Student Activities and Athletics. “Dr. Cipriano and Dr. Leedle volunteer their orthopedic expertise because they care about the athletes in Sandpoint.”

In addition to prevention and treatment of injuries, Faber will also conduct Impact Testing, a pre-concussion screening, on all incoming freshman athletes or other new athlete. According to Knowles, there is a system in place to ensure that all students go through this important screening. Faber will ensure a strict protocol is followed before a student that suffers a concussion is allowed to return to play. An athlete who suffers a concussion can receive treatment from the Bonner General Health team, the only team in the area that can see a concussion through from initial diagnosis through the treatment phase and to return to play. However, only a physician can authorize an athlete to return to play.

Dr. Leedle and Dr. Cipriano are committed to supporting the student athletes at SHS. If an athlete is injured during the week, they most certainly get an appointment right away. “We make sure players are seen the same day,” said Dr. Cipriano.

They both also work closely with the coaches and are available to consult with them on injuries the players have suffered. “I always answer when a coach calls,” said Dr. Leedle. “I enjoy working with the athletes and giving back what I can to the community.”

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hey bring us to our feet in the stands and help get the crowd excited. The cheerleading squad is an important component to athletics at SHS. This year’s cheer squad has been preparing a long time for the upcoming year. With 17 young ladies and three young men on the team, the participants include representatives from each class at the high school.

What many may not realize, is that cheer is a full time sport. The squad practices at least three times each week for three hours.

“We start right after tryouts in May to prepare for UCA (Universal Cheerleaders Association) camp in July,” said Coach Lori Gedrose, who is joined on the coaching staff by Chloe Gedrose. “When we return from camp, we start working on sideline cheers, halftime performances and competition routines.”

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The cheer squad is on the sidelines for football, wrestling, and boys and girls basketball. But they do even more. “We attend soccer and volleyball games as a team and cheer from the stands,” said Coach Lori.

In January, they begin their competition season against other high school cheer teams. This past year, the team went to state in All Girl Show and All Girl Stunt.

“We placed third at state in All Girl Stunt,” said Lori who looks forward to showcasing more difficult stunting skills, tumbling and jumps this year. She hopes by doing so the team can reach their goal of attending state in all categories which include the pom routine, sideline cheer, stunt group as well as show routine, which showcases tumbling, dance, stunts and cheer.

“Every year brings a new challenge to achieve something better than the previous year,” said Coach Lori. “We look forward to the team learning new skills, achieving high standards in school and cheer, and working as a team to accomplish these goals.”

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heering from the stands as your son makes his first touchdown. A first date enjoying a Festival at Sandpoint concert. Proudly observing as your child waves from the grandstands on graduation day. There are many memories that have been made at Memorial Field over the past 70 years. The field’s grandstands, which were first built in 1946 when Harry Truman was President, the federal minimum wage was a mere 40 cents per hour and first class postage was 3 cents, were torn down last October. The recently completed new grandstands mark the beginning of a new era that will allow future generations to enjoy the beautiful venue on the shores of the Pend Oreille River for decades to come.

Crews worked diligently over the long, wet winter to ensure that everything was ready for the first kickoff of this year’s football season, and the end product is sure to impress. As you enter, you are awed by a beautiful brick gateway that welcomes visitors to Memorial Field. Located just inside the gateway entrance is the donor wall, built with bricks purchased by and engraved for donors who contributed to the “Buy a Brick” campaign several years ago by the Friends of Memorial Field. The wall serves as a beautiful resting or gathering place.

When this year’s team takes the field, they will be the first SHS football team to play for their hometown crowd in the

from announcing was just never meant to be in spite of a few attempts by her dad.

“My dad tried to ‘retire’ from announcing in 1996, and SHS honored him at the football awards banquet that winter.

The following spring Jack Dyck, the activities director at the time, said ‘see you this fall,’ and my dad reminded him that he quit. Then my dad went on to announce for 17 more years!”

A 1967 graduate of Sandpoint High School, Ron Hanson has followed Sandpoint football for decades and recalls many fond memories of athletes and coaches of days gone by.

One of Hanson’s more vivid memories from his years as an announcer occurred a number of years ago when Coeur d’Alene came to Sandpoint, and Ron quickly observed that the players on Coeur d’Alene were substantially bigger than those on the Sandpoint Bulldogs. In an interview a few years back, Hanson recalled that game with a devious smile.

“I could tell our kids were intimidated so I took it upon myself to shrink the size of the Coeur d’Alene players,” said Hanson who announced the opposing players’ weight as much less than they actually were. While the home crowd caught on to what he was doing and cheered, the response from then Sandpoint’s Athletic Director Duane Ward was less than enthusiastic. “He let me know in no uncertain terms that it was not okay,” said Hanson.

What Ward told Hanson in that short conversation remained with him throughout the years and was a constant reminder of his role as an announcer of the games. “He told me I was doing this for the kids, and that I was not announcing only for Sandpoint but also for the visiting team,” said Hanson who adds that as a lifetime resident of Sandpoint, he is

Ron took his role as announcer seriously and would show up at the stadium before each home opener to test the sound system. “He would usually be there all day, rewiring or fixing something,” Ranel said of his foresight to make sure everything was in order for the first kickoff of the season.

new stands that hold approximately 1,500 fans, an increase from the previous capacity of roughly 900.

While parents and community members have attended some of the games, there are few who have made it to virtually every home game over the last 40 years. One of those people is former Bulldog football announcer Ron Hanson, who retired a few years ago after announcing for the Bulldogs for 37 years. But he never intended to stay that long.

Ron shares that when the announcer for the Sandpoint High School football games moved out of town, he agreed to take over the duties at Barlow Stadium for the remainder of the season. That was 1978.

Ron’s daughter, Robin Hanson, recalled that retirement

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naturally biased towards the home team.

If you were ever wondering where the signature phrase “How ‘bout those Bulldogs!” came from, that is something credited to Hanson. He said it one time several years ago, and the reaction of the crowd was overwhelming so he continued to do it each time the home team scored. It became his signature line.

“I always wondered before each game how many times I would have the opportunity to say it,” said Hanson. He recalls one time when the Bulldogs were beating Coeur d’Alene and at one point when he made his post-touchdown announcement, the Coeur d’Alene coach sitting in the booth next to Hanson tried to reach over and grab the microphone.

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As time would allow, he and his colleague in the announcer’s booth, Dwight Sheffler, attended many of the away games.

However, they were not able to attend the game where the Bulldogs won the State Championship in 1997 but that did not deter the two from celebrating. “We listened to the game on the radio, and when they won we went to the stadium and rang the victory bell,” said Hanson.

Announcing games for the hometown crowd for nearly four decades was something that Ron looked forward to each week.

His only payment was a delivery of a hamburger from the concession booth, but he likely would not have wanted to be paid for his role. “Ron did it for the community,” said his wife Ranel. “He loves the sport and he loved the kids.

She shares stories of how Ron and Larry Jeffres, a friend of theirs and one time radio announcer for the Bulldogs, used to share “cocoa” in the booth. “I think he also did the announcing for the ‘cocoa,’” she said as she laughed.

Ranel also shared a story that demonstrates not only how long Ron’s tenure was, but also the dedication of fans in our community.

“There was a family, the Becker family, who came to every single home game for years and always sat in the same place,” said Ranel. “Over the years, Ron would look down from the booth and they would always be there. Over time, their hair changed from dark, to gray and eventually to white.”

Ron took his role as announcer seriously and would show up at the stadium before each home opener to test the sound system. “He would usually be there all day, rewiring or fixing something,” Ranel said of his foresight to make sure everything was in order for the first kickoff of the season.

Ron’s passion was contagious in his 37 years as a Bulldog announcer. He would get the crowd excited and do his best to still build up the excitement even when the Bulldogs were down. And according to Ranel, he loved every game, but Homecoming was one of the more special times.

“He loved those kids,” she said.

Thank you Ron, for the many years of cheering on our Bulldogs!

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5'8

175

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Bloomberg, Ryan

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6'

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10

Bush, Brendon

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5'3

195

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Caralis, Isaiah

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5'6

180

10

Carlone, Anthony

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6'1

200

10

Casey, Brandon

63

6'6

190

10

Clark, Cohen

21

5'8

140

10

Cometto, Matthew

41

5'7

164

10

Envik, Carter

6

5'11

155

10

Hawkins, William

42

5'11

145

10

Henderson, Cory

33

5'6

140

10

Herrmann, Walker

24

5'8

140

10

Hutchings, Connor

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5'9

225

10

Hutchings, Kiehl

68

6'

240

11

Kaul, Andrew

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5'10

140

10

Krueger, Jonathon

15

5'8

150

10

Larned, Nathaniel

52

6'

160

10

Lehman, Tyler

34

5'9

180

10

Morley, Justin

14

5'4

135

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5'9

140

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5'8

180

10

Pettit, Jaxon

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5'9

165

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Prior, Jackson

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5'8

175

10

Puckett, Sam

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5'5

160

10

Rucker, Spencer

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5'11

157

10

Ryan, Jacob

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5'9

135

10

Suhr, Jake

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175

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Treadaway, William

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6'4

180

10

Twineham, Evan

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5'7

220

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White, Aaron

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5'9

190

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or the 18 young women who make up the Sandpoint High School dance team, the performances one sees on the football field this season are the result of hard work and dedication 12 months out of the year.

“The dancers are working hard at more advanced skills and improving their flexibility, strength and overall technique,” said Coach Buck. “The girls have improved tremendously, and we are starting to organize our routines for the upcoming sport and competition season.”

Coach Laurie Buck states that the girls practice two days a week throughout the summer from 7 to 9am and five days a week during the school year starting at 6:30m until the beginning of the school day.

This year’s squad is led by Captain Cody Shepherd, who is a senior; Captain Madison Bunty, a junior; senior Jaimie VanDenBerg; Officers Co-Captain Paris Harvey, a junior; Sergeant at Arms, Alannah Kees, also a junior; and Lieutenant Ahna Groat, a junior.

“There are some additional practices when needed on the weekends,” said Coach Buck, whose squad last year placed first at districts for their prop dance, large dance and kick routine. “At state we placed third for the prop and large dance.”

While she started coaching this team last August, Laurie Buck is not a stranger to SHS dance and cheer. She coached the cheerleading team beginning in 2000 for about 10 years, and during the beginning of that tenure she also coached the dance team for a couple of years.

With only two seniors on this year’s squad, Coach Buck said it is still a young team, and she has high hopes for a lot of improvement over the next couple of years.

In addition, there are two more juniors on the squad as well as six sophomores and four freshmen.

“There is a tremendous amount of time and work that goes into each routine and these girls are committed to going to the next level,” said Coach Buck.

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SINCE HE WAS 8 YEARS OLD, Jake Aitken’s dream was to buy a blue Ford Mustang with a white stripe.

In fact, Jake has a model of one in his bedroom. In anticipation of beginning driver’s training this fall, Jake had long ago planted the seed with his parents, Bill and Stephanie, that he wanted an old Mustang.

“We kept telling him he better buy one,” said Stephanie. Well, that is no longer an issue as Stephanie was the winner of the Sandpoint Football car raffle in May. The family was at a lacrosse tournament in Spokane where Bill was coaching their daughter, Cassidy’s, team when the drawing for the 1966 Ford Mustang took place.

“Jake said, ‘mom everyone is texting me that you won the car.’ I didn’t even have my phone with me.

When I found it, I had several phone calls and tons of texts,” said Stephanie. “I called back one of the numbers, and then I found out (that I won the car).

I really thought it was a joke for a little bit, but then I realized it was true. I started jumping up and down and both lacrosse girls’ teams started cheering for me. It was surreal.”

The drawing took place over the Lost in the 50s weekend, and given the fact Stephanie had recently celebrated her 50th birthday, it seemed appropriate that she would be the winner.

The same car was raffled off in 2016, and the winner of the raffle was the local Les Schwab store who generously donated the car back to the football team to be auctioned off again this year, a move that surprised and humbled many. In addition to the generosity of Les Schwab, Head Coach George

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The raffle has been taking place for several years, and the Aitken family always purchases tickets to support the program. Jake has been involved in Sandpoint football since he was in the third grade. “This time we decided to buy 30 tickets because my son was joining the freshman football team and we figured why not?” said Stephanie of Jake who also plays lacrosse in the spring.

The Aitken family has been active supporters of the schools in our community for many years. And it has not just been when it comes to supporting teachers and volunteering their time to help campaign for levies and more, they have also shown their support when it comes to athletics.

“We believe it’s good for kids to be involved in athletics in any form,” said Stephanie. “It helps keep the kids busy and focused on being part of a team, now and in the future. Being part of a great athletic program in this community is a great way to grow up.”

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Just how does a program manage to raise so much each year? It is through the hard work and dedication of the student athletes as well as the big hearts of numerous area businesses that purchase blocks of tickets to sponsor the athletes in their endeavors.

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This year many businesses stepped forward by purchasing a minimum of $300 in tickets. Those businesses include the following:

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It is a generous way to not only support the kids, but also to provide them with safer equipment. With the increased awareness of concussions, companies are always looking at ways to increase the safety of their helmets, but those do not come cheap.

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In fact, according to former Head Coach Satini Puailoa, it takes $800 to properly outfit a football player with the type of equipment that will provide maximum protection.

So when you see those players hitting their opponent hard this season, you can feel confident that there are many in the community who have stepped up to do what they can to make sure the players are not only having fun, but being safe while doing so.

As for the Aitken family, Stephanie and Bill said Jake and his sister Cassidy will likely be able to earn the privilege of driving the car, so long as they also provide the maintenance.

For now it is parked at home with a few things being finished up on it. They intend to drive it for fun and not have it replace the family car. “The car will be parked in storage for the winter, and my son won’t be able to drive it for another year,” said Stephanie. “But we need to keep it looking good!”

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“I do plan to play football in college,” said Christian who will attend UNLV where he will major in criminal justice.

Because he enjoys talking with others about politics and learning about others’ points of view, Christian said his favorite class at Sandpoint High School has been his government class.

In his spare time, Christian enjoys riding four-wheelers and motorcycles as well as skiing.

Christian Alcaraz – In his second year of playing football, senior Christian Alcaraz plays wide receiver for the Bulldogs. “I love the contact,” he said of the sport.

He has enjoyed each and every moment on the field and said this season he looks most forward to “proving to people that the small guy can play football too. Not just the big guys.”

In addition to football, Christian also plays lacrosse, but it is football that he hopes to continue to play at the collegiate level.

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play slot receiver for the varsity team and also plays some at cornerback. He played one year on the freshman team and was also on the JV team for one year where he was pulled up to varsity for the playoffs two years ago.

Academically, Julian said sociology is his favorite subject. “You get to connect with

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He said he has learned a great deal from Coach Corey Coon and appreciates the fact that Coach Coon is “so straight forward.”

Advice to younger players: “Make the most of their time; it may not last.”

Julian Barajas – Being with his friends and playing in front of the people in his community as well as his parents is what Julian Barajas said is what he enjoys most about the game of football.

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the people in the class and make new friends,” he said.

Julian hopes to attend college on a football scholarship and would also like to play intramurals. In addition to football, Julian also runs track for the Bulldogs and went to state for the 4 x 200m.

In his spare time, Julian enjoys swimming, playing basketball, “hammocking” and Frisbee golf. “I love hanging out with friends and my family. I enjoy snowboarding, fishing and driving around at night.”

Looking forward to his final season as a Bulldog, Julian said spending Friday night with his friends and celebrating in the locker rooms after big wins is something he can’t wait to do. And he is hoping to create even more memories similar to when he was on the JV team and they shut out Lakeland. “The celebration was so fun!” he said.

Julian expressed gratitude to Coach Loutzenhiser. “He let me really get into the game and always pushed me to be better, teaching me to always look on the bright side when I got frustrated.

Advice to younger players: “Be dedicated.

You always have to be willing to get an extra rep on the field. Push yourself in the weight room. Take it serious, that way senior year will be a blast. Enjoy it while you can because one day it will all be over.”

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Academically, Spencer said he enjoys history the most because he likes to learn about interesting things from the past.

When not playing football or studying, Spencer said he enjoys hanging out with his friends or playing games.

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Spencer credits Coach Yarno with encouraging him to do his best and never give up.

Advice to younger players: “Don’t ever make excuses because in the end you’ll regret that you didn’t take that opportunity.”

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the coach who has influenced him the most is his mom. “Even though I’m small, she always reminds me that size doesn’t matter.”

Advice to younger players: “Ball and ball hard. Anybody can quit. A champion finishes. Treasure the time you have.”

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Advice to younger players: “You don’t have as much time as you think.”

Sam Diercks – Now in his second year on the varsity team, Sam Diercks, who plays corner, has played football for four years and shares that what he enjoys most is the camaraderie and the brotherhood among his teammates.

His sense of humor certainly comes out when asking about his time on the SHS football team. Sam jokingly states that what he is looking forward to most this season is “Shagging all of Robbie’s overthrown balls,” he said of his best friend who plays quarterback.

T.J. Davis – Senior T.J. Davis is a threesport athlete, something which requires a great deal of discipline and dedication.

In addition to playing wide receiver for the SHS Bulldogs, T.J. is also on the basketball and track teams.

When asked what he enjoys most about the game of football, T.J. responded, “Hanging with the boys and going downtown.”

Looking ahead to the future, T.J. said he plans to attend college and major in business management and marketing with a minor in entrepreneurship. He would also like to continue on with either football or track at the collegiate level.

When not busy with school or athletics, T.J. said he “likes to hammock and enjoy warm weather.”

He has many great memories of his years in football, but he said one that will always stick with him is the 2016 breakaway camp with his teammates at Lutherhaven. And as far as this season goes, he has only one goal in mind…”winning and nothing else. I want to win,” said T.J. When asked what coach has had the biggest influence on him, T.J. said it has been Coach Yarno, now in his second year with the SHS Bulldogs.

“He has really enforced having integrity and just being a good human being in all aspects,” said T.J.

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In addition to the game itself, Trey said he thoroughly enjoys “being with the guys and being around Coach Yarno.”

Like some of his teammates, Trey is a three-sport athlete playing baseball and basketball for the Bulldogs. After graduation, Trey said he would like to continue to play baseball at the collegiate level and pursue a career in business with a minor in marketing or sports marketing.

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When it comes to academics, Trey shared that his favorite subject is chemistry. “It’s really interesting and the teacher is super cool,” he said.

And when asked about his favorite football memory over the years, Sam replied “Bringing my best friends their water during the games.”

Sam said that his favorite subject in school is Sandpoint High School’s newspaper the Cedar Post. “Because Mr. Love is great, and I love (classmate) Taran.”

In addition to football, Sam also is part of the Bulldog’s track and field team. After graduation, he plans to attend a four-year university in California, but said at this time he does not plan to participate in sports at the collegiate level.

Sam said the coach who has inspired him the most is Coach Huntsberger. “He has really inspired me to start doing calf exercises because the man has massive calves,” said Sam of his coach.

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Trey Flint – Senior Trey Flint has been playing football since he was in elementary school. He played on the JV team his sophomore year and is in his second year on the varsity team. He plays left tackle for the Bulldogs, but said he’s a wide receiver at heart.

Engaged in sports year round, Trey has little spare time. When he does he said he enjoys spending time with his friends and family.

Looking forward to the football season, Trey said he looks forward to winning; something he did a lot of his sophomore year when his team lost only one game.

Trey said that Coach Yarno has influenced him the most. “He is one of the main reasons I play,” said Trey. “He has taught me how to be a better football player as well as how to be a better young man.”

Advice to younger players: “Play every game like it’s your last because you never know when it will be.”

William Gonser – Senior William Gonser has played football since 9th grade and is in his second year on the varsity team. He

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plays right guard and defensive tackle and shared that what he enjoys most about the game is “the feeling the team gets when we execute a perfect play.”

William said he hopes to play college ball, but if he cannot he plans to attend UTI (Universal Technical Institute).

At Sandpoint High School, William said he enjoys his strength and conditioning class the most. “It is the only place other than the field where I can show everyone how far I’ve come.”

When not at school or playing football, William said he enjoys just hanging out with his friends and family.

As he goes into his final year as a Bulldog, William said he looks forward to doing the best he can in his position and giving his team all that he is made of. While there are many great memories he has made over the last several years of football, William said his greatest memory to date was his freshmen year when his team won the IEL (Inland Empire League) Title.

He said Coach Yarno has had a big influence on him, in large part due to the fact he encouraged him to continue to play.

Advice to younger players: “You’ve got one shot to be the best. Don’t mess around.”

He looks forward to seeing his team and the plays merge together and flow. He said he also looks forward to the feeling and energy that emerges in the locker room after big wins.

In addition to football, Austin also plays high school and American Legion baseball.

Austin said science class has always been his favorite subject. “I have always excelled in the courses, and I just enjoy learning about the subject,” he said.

His post high school plans include attending a four-year university and from there he will possibly pursue a career in the medical field. He hopes to also continue to play sports in college, whether through the school or a club.

When asked what coach has influenced him the most, there is no hesitation.

“Coach Beard by far. He has stuck with me all through my football career. He has kept me up even when I’m down. He has helped me push through some of the struggles I’ve had playing.”

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In his spare time, James said he enjoys being outdoors and hunting, fishing and boating.

As he looks back on his years as a Sandpoint Bulldog, James said he will always cherish the time spent at Breakaway camp and the bus rides with his friends.

He credits Coach Wayne with having the biggest influence on him. “He always pushed me to my limits and further,” said James.

Advice to younger players: “Make the most of the time you have. It goes quick.”

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Advice to younger players: “Don’t quit no matter how bad it seems or if you aren’t a starter. I was there last year. It gets better.”

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Logan Johnson – This is Logan Johnson’s second year playing football and his first on varsity. Playing the positions of defensive tackle, offensive guard and tackle, Logan said he enjoys the roughness of the game as well as the “not holding back an ounce” of what you have to give as well as the brotherhood.

His experience last year of shutting out their opponent in the last three games of the season is something that Logan said is one of his best memories of the game.

Austin Greene – In his second year on varsity, wide receiver Austin Greene said what he enjoys most about football is the competitiveness between the teams and seeing how his team grows and becomes closer.

While he was not on varsity at the time, Austin said witnessing the 2015 team go to the state finals was an experience he will never forget. “The energy and excitement were unexplainable,” said Austin. “I just hope that this year I can experience it on the field.”

James Johnson – Senior James Johnson is in his seventh year of football, a sport he thoroughly enjoys in large part due to the competition and the friendships he has formed. He plays wide receiver for the Bulldogs and also plays basketball for Sandpoint High School.

Looking ahead, Logan said he will pursue a Masters Degree in veterinary medicine.

“I will begin at NIC (North Idaho College), then transfer to the University of Idaho and will ultimately finish my graduate degree at Washington State University,” said Logan.

When asked what he is looking forward to the most this season, he said it is playing on Memorial Field with the new stands.

In high school he enjoys studying history. “I enjoy learning about how things developed to where they are today,” said Logan.

Following graduation in the spring, James plans to attend college. Although he has yet to decide where, he does know what his career path will be—engineering. As for his favorite class at Sandpoint High School, James said it is CAD (computer-

In his spare time Logan enjoys horseback riding, spending time with his friends and working hard.

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as he looks back on his time in football, he said he is especially grateful to Coach Cassal (Krebs) who has influenced him the most so far. “He taught me how to be a good football player,” said Logan.

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Advice to younger football players: “Enjoy every minute, because soon it’ll be over.”

Tyrone shared that of all the subjects he has studied in high school, he enjoys history the most. He said it is exciting to learn about things in the past that he never knew existed.

Looking forward to the upcoming season, Tyrone said he is looking most forward to

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Robbie Johnson – When it comes to football, senior Robbie Johnson enjoys not only the competition and the opportunity to learn something new each day, but also the relationships he has built with his teammates and coaches. “They will last a lifetime,” he said.

As a sophomore, Robbie was part of the SHS Bulldog team that went to the 4A State Championship game—something he will always remember. “I made a big play and everyone on and off the field was really excited and made me feel like I was really contributing to the team and the outcome of the game,” said Robbie, who hopes to help lead this year’s team to another opportunity at state.

A three-sport athlete, Robbie is also a member of the Bulldog’s basketball and track teams, but it is football that he hopes to continue at the collegiate level. He enjoys the study of anatomy and physiology and other related sciences, as they will help him on his journey to becoming a physical therapist. “The human body is interesting and complex,” he said.

Robbie credits Coach Miller with having the biggest influence on him. “He always calmed me down when I would get frustrated or nervous and told me I will go far with the right mindset,” said Robbie. “He helped me understand that football was as much about mental toughness as it was about the physical sport.”

Advice to younger players: “Work as hard as you can while you can, because it will be over faster than you think!”

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Chris plays defensive tackle and looks forward to working hard with his team this season and going to state his final year as a Bulldog, something he did as a sophomore which he counts among one of the best memories of his years in football.

Chris plans to attend college and wants to play football for fun. His favorite subject in school is welding because he enjoys the aspect that it is something that is hands on and a skill he will use the rest of his life.

In his spare time, Chris said he enjoys hanging out with his friends, frog hunting with Payton, and dirt bike riding and driving.

He credits former coach Martin Rodriguez as having a big influence on him over the years. “Martin was a great communicator, continually challenged us to do better and push our limits,” said Chris. “He was passionate and taught us to believe in ourselves and love the sport.”

playing in the new stadium and winning state.

When asked about his most memorable football play to date, Tyrone said it was when he “flat backed” two players at the same time.

While he loves football, Tyrone said he is grateful to one of his baseball coaches, Cal Bateman, who introduced him to the game of baseball.

Advice to younger players: “Pain is only temporary. Your body can go a lot further than your body thinks.”

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Advice to younger players: “Don’t quit, push yourself to the limit and have fun!”

Tyrone Larson – Football has been a big part of senior Tyrone Larson’s life. In his ninth year of playing football, Tyrone plays on both the offensive and defensive line.

When asked what he enjoys most about the game, Tyrone said, “I enjoy Friday nights during home games, and having the huge crowd cheering.”

In addition to football, Tyrone also is an avid baseball player—a sport he hopes to continue to play when he attends a fouryear college after graduation.

In his spare time, it is not surprising that Tyrone enjoys being active. He said that he really likes playing basketball at the beach when not playing football or baseball.

Jarrett Mitton – Senior Jarrett Mitton is in his second year on the varsity team and plays defensive end. But football has been a part of his life for much longer. Jarrett played on junior tackle for three years and also played on the freshman and junior varsity teams.

When asked what he enjoys most about the game, Jarrett replied, “The camaraderie and memories created with teammates.”

In addition to football, Jarrett is also on Sandpoint High School’s track team where he throws shot put and discus. In his spare time, he enjoys lifting weights and relaxing at the beach.

As a dedicated athlete, it is no surprise that Jarrett’s favorite class is strength and conditioning. “It’s what I excel at the most,” he said.

Looking forward to college, Jarrett plans to attend Idaho State University where he will study exercise science and physical therapy.

As he looks back on his many years of football, Jarrett said his best memory was winning the championship his first year of football.

He has had many coaches over the years, but said former SHS Head Coach Satini Puailoa influenced him the most. “He taught me the value of hard work and through that showed me how to change myself mentally and physically,” said Jarrett.

In addition to football, Dustin is also a member of the Sandpoint High School basketball and track teams.

Advice to younger players: “Enjoy playing while you can. The past years have gone by way too quick.”

Hi favorite subject in school so far has been sociology with Scott Fitchett. “I really liked the teacher. He made the class very interesting,” said Dustin.

Joseph Schauwecker – For senior Joseph Schauwecker, football has been a part of his life since he was five years old when he began playing Pop Warner football. He has not missed a season since.

Dustin expressed gratitude to Head Coach George Yarno. “Coach Yarno has influenced me to become a man and gives me tips for life that I will always use,” said Dustin.

Advice to younger players: “Even if you aren’t starting, keep working. The reward is amazing; starting a game on Friday nights in front of everyone.”

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At the position of outside linebacker, Joseph said he loves making a good hit, tackling the opponent and stopping the play.

Advice to younger players: “Strive to work harder than we did.”

#2 Thomas Riley – Friday night lights in the new stadium at Memorial Field. That is one thing that senior Thomas Riley is looking forward to most in his final season as a Bulldog. Thomas has played one year on both the freshman and JV teams and is in his second year on the varsity squad where he plays defensive back at both safety and corner.

Dustin Norris – Senior Dustin Norris is in his eighth year of football having played four years of junior tackle, one year on both the freshman and JV teams, and is now in his second year of varsity.

Playing the positions of safety and running back, Dustin shared that one of his greatest memories took place two years ago during the playoff game against Rigby.

“All the mud made it super fun,” said Dustin, adding that the competition and the friends he has made are one of the reasons he enjoys football so much.

Dustin plans to attend a four-year college, but is still undecided as to where he will go. But one thing he is certain of is that he wants to continue to play football at the college level.

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“I really enjoy the family feel of being on a close team,” Thomas said of the brotherhood he shares with his teammates.

In addition to football, Thomas also plays baseball, a sport he hopes to continue to play at the college level.

When not playing football or baseball, Thomas enjoys spending time outdoors hunting and fishing with his friends and family.

Recalling his years on the SHS football team, Thomas said one of the memories he will always carry with him is walking out under the lights at his first varsity game.

While Thomas has had several coaches over the years, he credits Coach Yarno with encouraging him, especially in the weight room.

In addition to football, Joseph also plays lacrosse. He also enjoys listening to music and hanging out with friends. In the winter he spends a great deal of time skiing at Schweitzer, and in the summer enjoys boating on Lake Pend Oreille.

Following graduation, Joseph hopes to backpack across Europe and then attend college where he plans to major in psychology. His favorite subject at SHS has been history. “I like learning about the world and our past so that we make the future better,” he said.

Heading into his final season, Joseph shared that he is looking forward to seeing how their newly developed team will compete against their opponents. And as he recalls his years playing football, he said his best memory was watching his friend, Jared Martin, break several tackles and run for a touchdown.

Joseph credits former SHS head coach, Satini Puailoa, with being the biggest influence on him. “He pushed me to be the best version of myself on and off the field,” he said.

Advice to younger players: “Work hard, don’t give up, because the end goal is worth it.”

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fans, senior Evan Stickelmeyer has been playing football since third grade and is in his fourth year on a varsity team. Evan transferred here this year from Mead High School in Spokane and plays both defensive end and offensive guard.

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Evan is undecided where he will attend college, but said college football is definitely in the plan. “I want to play college football,” said Evan. “I’ve been looked at by numerous schools in Montana, but anywhere that provides scholarships will do.”

Evan also wrestles and said his favorite class is science. “It’s always the class you do all the cool stuff in,” said Evan, who adds that he enjoys fishing, snowboarding and anything that involves being in the woods.

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Evan looks forward to playing for the Bulldogs and said he also looks forward to “ice baths and aspirin” and of course… winning!

Over the years, there have been many great memories for Evan. But when asked what one thing stands out most in his mind, Evan responded, “Sixth grade and the game is tied. It is third and goal with three yards to go and I’m playing nose guard. They drive up the middle. I wrapped up and lifted him onto my shoulder and ran back five yards and dropped him for a seven-yard loss. Next play, they go to pass, and I stick my hand up and the ball nails my forearm. A linebacker intercepted it and went for 40 years and scored. We won.”

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Advice to younger players: “Work harder than anyone, and you’ll play harder than anyone. Work hard while you still can; it goes too fast. There’s never a time you can’t be getting better.”

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or anyone who has ever participated in extracurricular activities—whether it is football, dance, cheerleading or band—you know that to balance school, social time and practice can be at times overwhelming. But for some, that is what they thrive on.

Senior Robbie Johnson, who plays quarterback for the Bulldogs, has always participated in multiple sports, giving him little time to hang out with friends and relax. But he would not have it any other way.

Basketball has been a game Robbie has played ever since he can remember. His dad played basketball for Boise State and his mom played college volleyball, so sports was something that was always prevalent in his family.

“My dad was a big influence on me when it came to basketball,” said Robbie.

Robbie moved to Sandpoint from Boise in 8th grade. He had played football in the Optimist League in Boise (the equivalent to junior tackle) since the fifth grade. Previously a center, Robbie moved to the quarterback position his freshman year. He also was on the JV basketball team for the Bulldogs beginning his freshman year.

His freshman year Robbie also participated in lacrosse, but switched over to track in the spring. “I do track for the training, but I also enjoy the competitive side,” he said.

“And I really don’t like not doing anything.”

With football beginning in May with spring practice, Robbie goes from track to football with little to no break in between.

Like many of his football teammates, he also works out in the weight room and conditions all summer long. He also attends open gym for basketball in the summer. When football ends, depending upon how far the team goes into the playoffs, basketball has usually already started.

The seasons not only can overlap, but so can the practices. Fortunately, the support multiple-sport athletes

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receive from their coaches makes it easier for the young men and women who participate.

coaches share this philosophy and encourage participation in multiple sports throughout the school year.”

“Coaches are definitely aware of the risk (of injury in other sports), but they do not have to worry about us not being in shape,” said Robbie. “They know we are committed.”

Knowles said there was a time when sport specialization was thought as the only way for an athlete to excel in a high school sport or to gain attention of college coaches. “Currently I am hearing that many, and I would say the overwhelming majority of college coaches I speak to, encourage multisport participation in high school,” said Knowles. “Those I spoke with this summer seem to be focused on overuse injuries and burnout issues as the reasons for encouraging high school athletes to play multiple sports.

Anyone who claims a students needs to specialize to make it to the next level are missing the current trends in college athletics and beyond. As an example, 88 percent of the 2017 NFL

Sandpoint football Head Coach George Yarno fully supports and encourages his players to participate in more than just football. “It makes for well-rounded athletes for all sports,” he said.

With a 3.75 GPA, Robbie has also shown his dedication to academics.

“You have to work so much more than you realize,” said Robbie, who said he often times eats dinner while doing his homework at the same time. But in the end, it is worth it. He said he has grown a lot over the last year and feels his throwing as well as his basketball shot have improved significantly. “I’m in the best shape of my life.”

Draft class played multiple sports in high school.”

As Robbie looks forward to this football season, his goal is to win a state championship—something he got a taste of when he was a starter two years ago with the 2015 Bulldog team that finished second in state. “(The state championship game) was frightening and exciting. I never thought about being at the stage,” said Robbie. “But having gone through that experience, I feel will make me a better leader this year.” And he’s hoping his leadership will take the Bulldogs to a win at the state championship.

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He had the opportunity to work with former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer over the summer who gave him some tips that have allowed Robbie to throw with more power. “He taught me a lot about throwing mechanics,” said Robbie, who is grateful for the opportunity.

Multi-sport athletes are not uncommon at Sandpoint High

88 percent of the 2017 NFL Draft class played multiple sports in high school.

School. In fact, many of the Bulldog football players participate in at least one other sport, something Activities Director Kris Knowles said he and the administration supports.

“Our philosophy is to provide opportunities for student athletes to participate in as many SHS activities as they choose. I am fundamentally opposed to sport specialization for the high school athletes and believe that for the health of a student, both physically and emotionally, it’s advantageous for them to play multiple sports during their high school career,” said Knowles. “The majority of our

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JOIN THE CAMPAIGN TO GET JERRY KRAMER INTO THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME

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e is perhaps one of the most famous Sandpoint natives, and the mention of his name conjures up images of some of the greatest football moments of all time. Jerry Kramer graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1954. He went on to play for the University of Idaho, and from there we all know he then made his mark as one of the all-time great players in the NFL and was part of the Green Bay Packers’ first two Super Bowl victories.

Two years ago, in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Super Bowl, Kramer attended the home opener for Sandpoint High School and presented the school with a gold football as part of the NFL’s Super Bowl high school honor roll program where it sent a gold football to every high school across the world from which a Super Bowl player or coach has graduated.

During his halftime presentation, Kramer spoke to the crowd about

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how each time he hears our country’s national anthem, whether it is at one of the NFL venues he has played at or at his NFL home field of Lambeau, the patriotic tradition always brought him back to his days at Sandpoint High School standing on the sidelines at Memorial Field.

Kramer also spoke about his sophomore year at Sandpoint High School when he was still at an awkward state physically. A coach, who noticed Kramer’s large hands, encouraged him, and it was that encouragement and determination that led Kramer to an extremely successful career. His words of encouragement to the players of the 2015 team made them realize that anything is possible.

Jerry Kramer’s talent as a football player is matched by his generous and warm spirit. He watched the Sandpoint game from the sidelines, welcoming people seeking to shake the famous man’s hand and get his autograph. Following the game, he took time to

address the Bulldog players in the locker room, a memory that will last a lifetime for the young men.

“He talked to us for a long time and told us how football relates back to life,” said Brett Hutchens, who was a senior defensive lineman. “He said that nothing will be handed to you. Everything we accomplish will be through hard work.”

“I was glad that he came into the locker room after our game,” said Paul Sundquist, a 2016 SHS graduate who now plays for Montana Tech. “He taught us things that we can really apply to our lives to be better players and people. And with it coming from a player like Jerry, who has everyone’s respect, it seemed to me that our team really took what he said to heart.”

It was a gift to the community when Jerry Kramer came to honor our school and athletes, and now it is time for us as a community to give back to him. In spite of being hailed as one of the best guards of the 1960s and being one of the greatest players to take the field under Vince Lombardi as well as being a five-time All Pro and five-time NFL champion, Kramer has yet to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. It is mind boggling to say the least.

With the 2017 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees already enshrined, it is time to focus on the 56th class, which will be announced in February of 2018. In other words, it is time to focus on the campaign that will finally put Jerry Kramer into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Kramer came one step closer to realizing that dream on August 24 when it was announced that he was a senior finalist for the 2018 class for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

In order to be inducted into the 2018 class, Kramer must receive 80 percent of voting support from the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s selection committee, which will meet Saturday, Feb. 3 in Minneapolis, the day prior to the Super Bowl.

While Kramer’s been up for the Pro Football Hall of Fame before, he’s never received 80 percent of the vote from the committee.

There are Internet petitions as well as social media campaigns to make the case known that this man deserves the Pro Football Hall of Fame honor. And there are scores of letters addressed each year to the Pro Football Hall of Fame urging the selection of the great Jerry Kramer.

While Kramer is not one to campaign on his own behalf, there are many others who are happy to do so, one of whom is his own

daughter. And for the fans in Green Bay and throughout the State of Wisconsin to whom Kramer gave some great football memories, getting their hero into the Hall of Fame is a mission they will not let go of. Just last year, on July 8, there was a “Jerry Kramer Hall of Fame Day” where several Green Bay Packer and Wisconsin-based websites came together in a joint effort to encourage their readers to respectfully appeal to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Seniors Committee on Jerry Kramer’s behalf. Readers were told how to contact the committee members and request that they nominate Kramer.

While there are many great football players of our time, there are few like Jerry Kramer. During Kramer’s time with the Green Bay Packers, the team dominated the NFL, winning five NFL championships, including the first two Super Bowls, thus the championship trophy being named the Vince Lombardi Trophy, a name that still holds today. And as an offensive linemen, Kramer saw a lot of action, as the NFL was less of a passing league at that time.

Kramer also played in the infamous NFL Championship game in 1967 known as the Ice Bowl. The game was recapped and reported on www.todaypigskin.com: “The Packers were going for their third straight NFL championship, something that had never been accomplished in the history of the game.

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With the team trailing 17-14 late in the fourth quarter, the Packers were just a few yards away from what they referred to as their holy grail. After being stopped on two running plays short of the end zone, the Packers called their final timeout.

Bart Starr went to the sideline and told Lombardi that they should go for the win and run “31 Wedge.” Lombardi famously said, “Well run it, and let’s get the hell out of here.”

Starr took the snap and ran right behind Kramer and Bill Curry for the game-winning touchdown. The Packers would go on to win Super Bowl II, which would lead to an iconic image. Kramer carried Lombardi off the field on his shoulders.

The two made eye contact with a look of mutual admiration in each person’s eyes. Lombardi would retire, with Kramer soon to follow. That is an image that will live forever in NFL lore.

When Kramer visited Sandpoint two years ago and presented the golden football to Sandpoint High School, he closed his remarks by saying, “Now all of you are part of Super Bowl history.”

Now let’s do our part and make Jerry Kramer a part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame history.

If you, like many, want to see this Sandpoint legend get the honor he so much deserves, you can sign the online petition at

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www.ipetitions.com/petition/kramerhof. There you can also enter comments and follow the progress of the number of signatures.

You can also check out the Facebook page Jerry Kramer for Pro Football Hall of Fame. And of course you can mail a letter to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Attention: Senior Selection Committee, 2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44708.

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