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District 11/12C

Alberton . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . .43

St. Regis . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Arlee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Lima . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Superior . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Charlo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Lincoln . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Twin Bridges . . . . . . . . .25

District 13C

Darby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Lone Peak . . . . . . . . . . .20

Two Eagle River . . . . . .47

Girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Drummond . . . . . . . . . .33

Manhattan Christian . . .21

Valley Christian . . . . . . .39

Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Ennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Noxon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Victor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

District 14C

Gardiner . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Seeley Swan . . . . . . . . .37

White Sulphur Springs . . .27

Girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Granite . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Sheridan . . . . . . . . . . . .22

West Yellowstone . . . . .23

Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Harrison Willow Creek . .15

Shields Valley . . . . . . . . .30

Brackets District Boys 11/12C . . .48

District Boys 13C . . . . .50

District Boys 14C . . . . .53

Divisional Boys . . . . . . . .54

District Girls 11/12C . . .49

District Girls 13C . . . . . .51

District Girls 14C . . . . . .53

Divisional Girls . . . . . . . .55

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GIRLS Ennis he Lady Mustangs had no problem ripping through conference and are prepared to head into postseason with confidence. Under the guidance of new coach Nick Burgess the Lady Mustangs “are playing hard and have learned from every game,” Burgess said.

With a goal to work hard and improve every game, the Lady Mustangs have proved those goals are being met. Coach Burgess is keeping his cool while preparing his team for the postseason and remains optimistic about their contentions.

“We hope to be playing our best basketball at tournament time,” he said.

“I am confident that if we continue to work hard and get better, we will have a chance to advance deep into tournament play.”

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Harrison Willow Creek Even while dealing with the “injury bug” the Lady Wildcats have proved to be a dominating force on the court. Coach Lisa Cooper is happy with her team’s ability to show sportsmanship and composure both on the court and off. “We have a group of girls that really get along well and have stepped up their play from last year,” Cooper said.

With strong district opponents and Divisionals in the future, the Lady Wildcats are preparing for battle, working on aggressive defense and staying healthy. “Our district and division is really strong this year,” Cooper said. “There about six teams for the 11/12C district that will contend for the district title and several teams from the 13 and 14C that could win the division.”

Gardiner Gardiner’s Lady Bruins have

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played some top-notch basketball this season and may pose a threat to any team that shares the court with them.

Every girl from senior to freshman has “stepped up,” according to Coach Ben Johnson, which turns out a wellrounded team.

“The girls are having a great year and we are playing great team basketball,” Johnson said. “I feel really good about how we play and we can handle every night.”

In a tough district with teams on top of their game, Gardiner will pit the best against the best but that doesn’t deter Johnson’s confidence.

“It is naturally going to be tough when we have one of the toughest districts,” he said. “I have a wonderful group of girls who can do anything when they put their mind to it.

We have the opportunity to be one of the eight remaining teams in state.”

Lima After coming off of a couple of tough seasons, according to head coach Jack Hutchison, the Lady Bears are trying to recoup what makes this game great – fun. “The game has to be fun for them so we are working on that probably mostly of all,” Hutchison said. “We are trying to make the game more positive.”

“without much varsity experience,” Swandal is pleased to see how much the girls have learned and how far they have come.

“We’re having a very fun season so far,” Swandal said. “The girls get along and work very hard together.”

Keeping up in the tough district, the Lady Rebels have proven all that hard work pays off and have put up some very impressive scores.

Swandal is optimistic about the Lady Rebels “hoop dreams” come postseason. “Our goal is always to play our best effort every night,” Swandal said. “We hope to compete in the top end come tournament time.”

basketball skills and to compete at a competitive level throughout the season.”

With a “newer” program, Kokot is finding it difficult to know where the Lady Big Horns will stand come postseason; however, he feels they will have a good chance to be able to compete at Districts. “We would love nothing more than to place in the District Tournament and qualify for the Western Divisionals for the first time in Lone Peak history,” he said.

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Fighting to stay alive while running toward the middle of district standings, the Lady Bears may have a shot in the postseason, but Hutchison believes their district is tough. “Realistically we are going to be battling to remain near the middle of the pack as opposed to being in the cellar,” he said. “We have some outstanding teams in our league.”

Lone Peak Still in the process of “building their program,” Lone Peak’s Lady Big Horns have proved anything is possible. Although his team is young without a senior in sight, Coach Cyle Kokot has remained positive and enthusiastic. “Our girls have worked hard and set high goals for the season,” he said. “With that being said our plan is to simply improve our

The Lady Eagles started their season with some hard knocks under the net by playing Class B teams right out of the gate. Coach Jeanette Walhof appreciated those games as a lesson tool to challenge her girls to improve and play at the top levels of the game.

“We have had a variety of ups and downs,” Walhof said. “But we are coming together to rise as one.” This is a theme the Lady Eagles live by.

The Lady Eagles have made it their goal to place at the district tournament, enabling them to advance to divisionals. “We are very positive about our opportunities for the postseason,” Walhof said. “We have a tough district with seven teams in contention for the top four spots.”

Sheridan While the season has been challenging, the Lady Panthers have walked through the storm with their chins up. Coach Wendy Fabel is proud of how well her girls have held their composure. “I give all the credit to the girls for their hard work,

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patience, and continued positive outlook,” Fabel said. “When they can walk away from a loss and still smile, we have a great group of young ladies.”

Because the Lady Panthers are such a young team, the majority of the girls never have experienced a varsity court. Fabel has been working on the goal of having “rock hard fundamentals” before the season comes to an end and believes her team will be able to compete in postseason. “I feel the girls have a good chance of playing in (divisionals) if they continue to show the improvement we have seen so far,” Fabel said. “It may take some time and a lot of practice, but these girls will succeed.”

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Twin Bridges With a goal “to get better each game,” Lady Falcons’ Head Coach Rob Lott is looking to find consistency on his bench to compete in a district that Lott describes as tough.

“The number of quality teams in our district and division is the most there has been in several years,” he said.

Lott won’t let that deter his team as they prepare for postseason, expecting to be “playing the best possible basketball by tournament time,” he said. “The tournaments will be very competitive and exciting. The teams that play good basketball and handle the pressure will advance to state.”

West Yellowstone The Lady Wolverines are working on their goal to finish at 500, according to Head Coach Ron Binfet, and their conference is tough. “We are in

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ith a goal of holding the number one seed going into Districts, the Mustangs have a tough conference that will fight them tooth and nail. The Mustangs boast an arsenal of seniors with postseason experience and are prepared to accept the challenge. Head Coach Zach Jepson is making postseason plans and hopes his senior bench will bring it on. “Hopefully that experience will put us over the top in close games come tourney time,” Jepson said.

“We want to go in as number one in districts, play on Saturday nights, and make several trips to Butte.”

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a very challenging conference and wins are tough to come by,” Binfet said. “But we are working hard every night and are playing competitive basketball.”

With improvements being made each week, Binfet believes the Lady Wolverines’ chance of a district win is within reach. “Our goal is to knock off one of the traditional powers and make divisionals,” he said. With three scoring seniors and a strong bench, possibilities are there for the Lady Wolverines to sneak in. “We improve each week, and as a coach, I feel this team has a great chance of advancing,” Binfet said.

White Sulphur Springs In a district where almost every team is a possible threat, there’s no room to not constantly improve, and the young Lady Hornets are doing just that – improving. Coach Teri Ogle believes the “quality of the play improves with each step,” and with hard work, they may come out and surprise a few. “I feel like we are right in the hunt,” Ogle said. “I don’t think any team should overlook us.”

With the ultimate goal of playing beyond Districts, Ogle feels confident her girls will make a mark.

“What our young team lacks in experience, we make up for in determination and heart,” she said.

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As Lima has lost out in the playin game the past few years, just getting there would be a great achievement — but ultimately the Bears want more. “We would like to change the trend and make a shot at top four at Districts,” Apple said. “I am proud of my team and I only hope that they believe in themselves.”

Lone Peak In only their third year with a varsity program, the Big Horns are a work in progress, according to Coach Al Malinowski. While no seniors sit on the Big Horn’s bench, Malinowski boasts he has three juniors who have filled the spots nicely.

“I believe their experience will help us as we try to exceed last year’s results,” he said.

Malinowski is optimistic about postseason play and believes his Big Horns have a shot at some wins.

“We want to be playing on Saturday at the district tournament which then gives us a chance at staying alive and playing more games, he said. “If we can remain healthy and continue to improve, I believe we can be a tough team to play.”

Coming in at just over 500 midseason has left the Bruins in a position to sleeper attack their opponents in postseason. With head Coach Jordan Featherman taking the reins, the Bruins have posted some mighty wins throughout the season. “One game at a time,” Featherman said.

Mike Moore/West Yellowstone News “But we want to get back to Lone Peak Big Horns Saturday night.”

Looking forward to postseason play, Featherman feels they are in a pretty good spot and are ready to face the challenging team ahead. “We Manhattan Christian should be in a position, if we take care of business, to Progress is what has been keeping the Eagles in do very well.” flight and a contender in district play. Under the watchful eye of Coach Jeff Bellach, the Eagles are Harrison Willow Creek determined to get to the State Tournament court. “The The Harrison Willow Creek Wildcats have been team is really starting to gel,” Bellach said. “We are tearing through the competition using a single secret really focused on getting to the Class C State weapon – strong belief in themselves. Under the helm Tournament. Obviously first things first and that of Coach Jason Roed, the Wildcats are balancing sucmeans qualifying, so that is where our focus lies and cess and poise. “Every day we are believing in ourhas been from day one.” selves more as a team,” Roed said. “We are becoming Bellach is confident his boys have what it takes to a stronger team every day.” get there and to compete well. “I feel that if we conWith the Wildcats’ hard work and dedication, Roed tinue to improve and create opportunities by playing sees good things ahead. “We want to be a physical great defense, we could be a great team in the postseateam that commits to the defensive side of the ball, son,” he said. “ A team that can play with anyone in which in turn translates to offensive opportunities,” he the state.” said. “If we continue to believe and continue to work hard, we believe we can put together a nice run in Sheridan postseason.”

A tough season has been the load on the shoulders of the Panthers but under the leadership of Head Lima Coach Chad Elser, optimism rules the bench. “The A young team, boasting two eighth graders, has the team is improving each and every time they have opportunity to grow and gain experience in a tough taken the court both in games and in practice,” Elser conference. Led by head Coach Milt Apple, the Bears said. have seen a few big wins, which makes them hungry The Panthers have goals of not only improving for more. Apple has seen growth in his young team every day, but also to go as deep as possible into and hopes to see it continue. “We have been competipostseason, adding a little character building in positive on most games and we are improving as a team,” tive ways along the way. “We have competed with Apple said.

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go full force into court action. “The team is working hard to make postseason,” Boyd said. “One tournament at a time starting with districts, hopefully making it to divisionals and then State.”

Success has run deep in the Rebels club, boasting big wins and impressive standings. After losing five seniors last season, the returning bench has cranked it up with constant improvement. Coach J.B. Boyd is impressed with how the team has adapted and how well they have stepped up to the challenge.

“Our team’s ‘first’ mentality has kept us improving weekly,” Boyd said. “There are some great teams with great coaches in our district.

The real season starts with districts.”

With postseason looming on the horizon, the Rebels are excited to

The Twin Bridges Falcons’ team is in a transition year, with a new coach and virtually a whole new starting line-up. Nolan Konen is a returning starter who has offered a great deal of leadership both on and off the floor. He is supported by junior Gabe Johnson, sophomore Tracen Eggers, and freshman Wesley Armstrong. Jerricho Broksle is the sole senior starter, and has proven to be a force in the paint both offensively and defensively.

Although the Falcons are young, they have adapted well to the new

other teams in the conference this year,” Elser said. “I feel confident that our team will have a great postseason run.”

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coaching staff, have shown great improvement throughout the season. They look to have a great showing at the tournaments this year. As the team will only lose two seniors this year — Broksle and Garrett Armstrong — they plan to continue to get stronger next year as well.

West Yellowstone “We want to get better every game that we play, which we have been achieving,” Coach Josh Demlow said about his Wolverines.

During a struggling season, the Wolverines keep using each game to grow and mature.

Demlow has watched his team persevere and feels they will grow stronger throughout the season. “We are looking to be playing our best ball going into the postseason,” he

said. “We’ve been making great strides the last couple games to get there.”

White Sulphur Springs “Sometimes you learn a lot more about yourself when things aren’t going your way,” Head Coach Thad Hereim said about the learning experience his Hornets are gaining in only their second season with a new program.

While working on confidence, the Hornets are hoping to peak at the right time in their quest for postseason play. “We want to play each game competitively and continue to improve our skills to give ourselves a chance to win,” Hereim said.

“These guys have remained optimistic and have persevered. I am proud of each and every one of them. I like our chances at districts.”

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he last thing anyone wants to hear during a sporting event is a loud pop and thud of an athlete collapsing as a result of a season ending, or possibly career ending, ACL tear. One recent study has shown with appropriate prevention in the form of balance training, stretching, strengthening and sport specific drills, female soccer athletes reduced their risk of ACL tear by 80 percent. There are many more common injuries including, but not limited to: ankle sprains, groin pulls, hamstring strains, a variety of shoulder tears, or little league arm; any of which can have a negative impact on an athlete’s season. Fortunately, like the ACL tears, the incidence of these conditions can be greatly reduced by ensuring proper warm-up including light aerobic exercise and stretching before competition, pre-season sport specific conditioning drills, balance and agility training.

Athletes are susceptible to more serious injury when they continue playing with an injury; for example, returning to play too soon after an ankle sprain is asking for a repeat sprain which could

be more severe. Also, participating in high level sports when fatigued increases chances of significant injury. Thus, the importance of good old-fashioned, pre-season conditioning and a good night’s sleep before competition cannot be overstressed.

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he Alberton Lady Panthers have three simple goals: improve, build confidence, and continue working as a team.

Head coach Hannah Anderson says her girls have been working hard to accomplish all three. “The girls have shown a lot of improvement over the course of the year,” she said.

With a tough season behind them, the Lady Panthers are ready to attack the postseason and “give it their all.”

“The team is working hard and I am very proud of them,” Anderson said.

Darby Walking the middle path between the upper and the lower parts of the bracket, the Lady Tigers are ready to roar on the district tournament courts.

Coach J.P. McCrossin is pleased with his team’s improvement throughout the season. “Games are a means of measuring improvement,” he said.

“Our ultimate goal is to be prepared individually as well as a team going into tournaments.”

McCrossin is excited about his team’s tournament future, as well as the team’s ability to lift each other

up. “It’s a lot of fun to come to practice every night surrounded by positive energy, focused on pushing themselves and their teammates to be better. I am very proud of this team,” he said.

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the top of the Lady Prospector’s minds. “We are doing a lot better than last year,” Bohrnsen said. “We had a few injuries but should be healthy for the district tournament.”

Gearing up for postseason has been hard work, but the Lady Prospectors are looking to their future. “We could take a third or fourth place trophy home in districts if we play exceptionally well,” Bohrnsen said.

Coach Mike Bradshaw is determined to make the most of the experience of his six seniors to lead the Lady Trojans to victory. While Lincoln keeping levels of Hovering in the intensity high on middle of the pack, the court, the Lady Lynx are Bradshaw believes working to find the his team has a defilead. Coach Ken nite shot at winLumpkin believes ning during postwith hard work and season. “We have commitment to the to make the most team, the Lady of our senior leadLynx are looking ership and execute for “growth as a better and more competitor within consistently,” their district.”

Bradshaw said.

Lumpkin sees Bradshaw is Courtesy photo the girls’ hard work confident in the Seeley Swan vs. Alberton coming through and ability of his girls feels his team is but is taking it ready for the postseason. “If we congame by game. “We have to remain tinue to build on our successes and focused on each game and not look work on our team play, we feel we ahead,” he said. “If we play to our can compete in the tournament.” potential, we can (beat) anybody.”

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Although injuries seem to have plagued Granite’s Lady Prospectors, head coach Hans Bohrnsen couldn’t be happier with his team. With a goal of winning just six regular season games and maybe adding a win or two at districts, health seems to be at

Dominating in the 13C district, the Lady Blackhawks are gearing up for a fight to the finish. Head Coach Shawn Holmes is looking to see good things ahead for his team with three goals in sight: win districts, win divisionals, win state.

If the Lady Blackhawks keep up with their season’s tradition of winning, it should be no problem to grab more in the postseason. Holmes is ready and excited for his team. “We are a young solid basketball team that has a lot of talent,” he said.

Valley Christian The Lady Eagles, with their ups and downs, have taken the season in stride, according to Coach Brennan Koch. Koch is working to keep everything in check and holding onto the goal of going beyond the district tournament.

“We will be able to compete for the right to meet our goal,” Koch said. “But we will have to continue to improve our play.”

Koch has confidence in his Lady Eagles and hopes they will conquer their competition as a team. “There is a sufficient skill set in this team to compete at high levels,” he said. “We just have to turn in our best games at the same time.”

Victor The Lady Pirates, helmed by Coach Drew Huls, have enjoyed a pretty good run over the season, hovering around the top three spots in their district. “We play to win the game,” Huls said, a statement that shows on the court.

While heading into postseason, the Lady Pirates hope to capture wins and continue on to divisionals. “The girls have been working hard and are looking forward to the postseason,” Huls said. “We have a chance if we play our best basketball to be successful against some strong teams.”

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anther’s Head Coach Dan Moe has big plans for his small team – to have a successful postseason. Though the Panthers have been in a bit of a struggle Moe has seen improvements that will carry into postseason tournament play.

Moe emphasized the importance of basketball within communities and plans to show his community how far along his boys have come.

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munity in the state,” Moe said.

“Clearly we hope to improve enough to knock someone off and pick up a tournament win or two.”

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we can get better,” Marsh said.

Marsh said the Tigers have been improving as the season progresses and may even find they can surprise a few in postseason.

“We have a lot of room to grow and get better,” Marsh said. “So if we do that at the right time, we feel we can compete on Saturday night at districts.”

With only one return starter, the Tigers are working to prepare their young team for battle on the court. Despite the inexperience Drummond coming off of the The Trojans Tigers’ bench, have been a force, Head Coach tearing through Scott Marsh is district teams and optimistic where staying at the top his team is, “right of the bracket. in the middle of Courtesy photo With State hoops the pack,” conGranite Prospectors dreams keeping sidering the odds. their goal list “We are trying to busy, the Trojans have been workcontrol what we can control, work ing hard under the guidance of hard every day, and focus on how

Coach Joe Bignell. “Our younger players are really improving,” Bignell said. “Our older players have really stepped up and have outstanding leadership.”

Though the Trojans have dominated, Bignell knows Districts is tough and maintains his team must remain on high alert but “feels good” about their chances. “It should be an exciting tournament with the way our district has improved,” he said. “I’m looking forward to it.”

Granite Sticking to the upper ranks of the district, Granite’s Prospectors are striving for the top. In what Head Coach Dustin Keltner calls a “competitive district,” his team has thrived and returned the competition in each of their games. “The kids are buying into what we are doing and it’s showing up on the court,” he said.

Although the fierceness of the contest is always in place, Keltner

also assures there is also plenty of playfulness. “We are having some success and the kids and the community are having fun with it,” Keltner said.

With the excitement of District Tournament in the air, Keltner feels his team is ready to take the heat. “There are some quality teams in our district but I believe if we play our best basketball, we can play with the top tier teams.”

and feel their outlook is good. “I think we will be a tough team to beat,” Haines said.

Valley Christian At midseason, Head Coach Aaron Hill said there’s “still a long way to go,” yet has his eye out for his Eagles to stomp on the postseason rush. “We have been working hard and have seen significant improvement,” Hill said.

With goals to make a good run at the District Tournament, Hill feels though they may be an “underdog,” anything can happen. “I believe that if we play a full game to our potential, we can play with and possibly beat anyone on our conference.”

Lincoln The Lynx are on a mission and are planning a sneak attack at districts. Coach Shane Brown believes it can be done. “We are a bit of an underdog but have been playing better,” Brown said. “I believe we have the potential to surprise some teams.”

With ups and down throughout the season, the Lynx have toughened themselves and are ready to shoot forward continuing to better themselves as they reach districts. “We need to peak by district tourney,” Brown said. “Make small adjustments as we proceed and continue to have high expectations of ourselves.”

Seeley Swan The Blackhawks have been enjoying a season of wins, keeping the team at the top of their bracket.

While preparing for the season, Coach Michael

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Haines set goals to keep his team in tip-top shape.

“Our main goal is to improve every day and every practice to prepare for tournament play.” Haines said.

The Blackhawks are ready to take on postseason

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The Pirates are coming in with a young team this year but Coach Drew Lewis feels his team is “deep.” “We play about nine guys even minutes every game,” he said. “We usually have pretty even scoring across the board.” Yet the Pirates have had their ups and downs, Lewis added. With that in mind the Pirates have been working on consistency.

As for postseason, Lewis says the 13C district is “wide open” and is anybody’s game. “Everyone has kind of beat up on everybody,” he said. “Come tourney time it will be whoever gets hot. We would like to make a good postseason run.”

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centrate on that, and do our very best and make the most of it.”

14-C GIRLS

St. Regis

Arlee

T

he Scarlets have experienced a dominating season. Their goal, going into districts, is to be equally successful competing against what first year Head Coach Bill Stockton says is “the best in the west.”

Stockton is looking forward to postseason play with confidence with three key seniors leading the way, but he’s keeping his eyes on the competition. “I think we are going to be sitting in a good spot going into districts,” he said. “The Western division has a lot of talent and experienced coaches, which will make the tournament very competitive.”

All in all, Stockton is impressed with his team and the flow of the team’s chemistry while adding a special nod toward his upperclassman Whitney Malatare, Alexis Shick, and Violet Pablo.

Charlo With veteran Head Coach Bret Thompson in charge, the Lady Vikings ripped through opponents with ease throughout the season.

Boasting a strong starting lineup

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Carrie Pichler/Valley Journal

Arlee Scarlets

St. Regis Lady Tigers

and young power coming from the bench, the Lady Vikings pose a contending force during postseason play.

Success is grown by reaching goals, and Thompson’s goal list is basic but to the point: “Stay healthy, maintain good grades, practice hard to get better, and play to win,” he said. “We are definitely moving in the right direction.”

As for postseason plans, Coach Thompson is confident they have a chance to place high in conference, possibly number one, but the Lady Vikings are looking beyond districts. “The ultimate goal is to win all of it,” Thompson said. “But it’s going to take a lot of hard work.”

seniors to injuries this year, yet the team works hard and concentrates on defense, according to Coach Robert Kearney.

Leading the team are twin sisters Meara and Laurel Schmiedbauer, affectionately nicknamed the “Twin Towers.” Meara tops the team averaging 9.8 points per game.

Not so tall is Josey Carr, a junior who plays inside post center.

“She’s only 5’6, but she’s a ferocious tiger inside,” Kearney said.

“What she lacks in height, she makes up in sheer energy and desire.” Carr adds 8.5 points and 11 rebounds per game.

“We’re limited in numbers, so it’s challenging,” Kearney said as he looks to postseason play. “Yet our team works hard and attempts to play strong defense. We’ll con-

Hot Springs The Lady Savage Heat lost two

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The Lady Tigers have had stiff competition in the 14-C bracket.

Yet riding nicely in the second place spot, Coach Tyler Hurley has postseason high hopes. “We feel good about our chances,” Hurley said. “But we can’t get complacent with Arlee, Charlo, and Superior.”

The Lady Tigers have been working hard and are on a mission to reach for the stars and grab the whole deal, according to Hurley.

“The girls have been coming to practice each and every day, willing to get better and it has really paid off,” Hurley said. “Our goal as a team is to have success in the postseason tournaments and hopefully make a divisional and state showing.”

Superior “It is not how you start but how you finish that is important,” — wise words from Lady Bobcats Head Coach Jeff Shultz. Although the Lady Bobcats started slow, they have been picking up steam and hope to bring a ribbon-wrapped surprise to Districts.

“Our goals are to improve every day and to have fun,” Shultz said.

“If we focus and come out determined, we can achieve any goal that we set out to achieve.”

Overall, the learning process has been the journey for the Lady Bobcats, and postseason is another lesson. “If we can learn from our mistakes and use them as lessons,

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W

ith a new coaching team led by Head Coach Zanen Pitts, and young blood on the bench as well, the Warriors have proven to be a force on the court. The Warriors

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then we have as good a chance as any team,” Shultz said. “There are a lot of talented teams out there and tournaments are going to be a blast.”

Two Eagle River The young Lady Eagles have been working out their kinks and finding their footing on the court.

First year Head Coach Carla Torosian is instilling fundamentals and sportsmanship in her inexperienced team, and it shows. These are some of the nicest girls on the court.

“We want to better ourselves every day,” Torosian said. “To change not only our attitudes but to also bring honor to Two Eagle River.”

While wanting to build a legacy, Torosian hopes the Lady Eagles grab a district spot. “If all the kinks are smoothed out, we should do pretty well,” she said.

“In this game, we can only hope for the best.”

Noxon Editor’s note: After repeated attempts throughout several weeks to get coach’s comments for Noxon, information was never provided.

live by many goals; number one is to stay healthy. “We started this season with 19 and our goal is to finish with 19,” Pitts said.

Pitts is proud to be a part of the Warrior club and also wants to extend his thanks to the families of the players and the community of Arlee. “Each of my players has put a lot of time in on the hardwood throughout their lives, thanks to the support of their families,” he said.

Another or their goals sums up the fighting spirit the Warriors possess: “Warriors never quit on a play, on a game, on each other, and most of all never go out without a fight.”

Charlo Picked to take second to last in their district at the beginning of the season, the Vikings have been on a mission to erase that thought from everybody’s mind. Charlo has been ripping through competition with ease, boasting tough-to-beat scores and stats. Seventh-year Head Coach Michael Brown says his team is “just trying to push toward the end,” and earn their spot in postseason play.

“We make sure we get better each time we play,” Brown said, “making adjustments where needed.”

The Vikings should prove to be a tough team to beat. “We’re starting to pick it up,” Brown said. “We’ll be alright.”

Hot Springs Savage Heat Coach Ricky DePoe said he was up in the air about how his 2013-14 team would be with only two returning starters.

Yet the two returning starters, senior Jimmy Holland and Jarod White, brought leadership to the team, as did high-scoring Tanner Hoff, a junior shooting forward.

“My younger players — freshmen and sophomores — came in and filled the spots. They don’t have the experience, but they have the talent,” DePoe said.

While the Heat players are “not exactly tall,” they have a lot of speed, according to DePoe. “Our key to the game,” he said, “is getting up and down the floor.”

The future is looking promising

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Noxon Red Devils

Two Eagle River Eagles

for the Savage Heat, since the players are all great friends and teammates.

“The kids work extremely hard, share the ball, and believe that our defense is our trademark,” he said.

With a “talented” district, the Bobcats have their work cut out, but that doesn’t deter the morale that the team carries with them to each and every game. “Our team has been playing well this season,” Toivonen said. “I would like to praise my players for being great kids. I am proud of them beyond words.”

St. Regis Optimism is abounding on the Tigers bench. After a few heartbreaking seasons, the Tigers grabbed their first win this season, breaking a 78-game losing streak dating back to 2009. Coach Taylor Nordby is beaming at the prospect of the possibility of beating conference teams. “Our team’s goal is to win a game against a conference team, someone in district 14C,” he said.

“Young” is an understatement when looking at the Tigers club. St. Regis has five eighth-graders rostered as varsity. With that said, Nordby is looking on building the future, knowing these young players have years to gain varsity level experience and will only improve.

As for postseason – “It will be tough for our team to go deep into postseason, however, anybody can win on any given day,” Nordby said.

Two Eagle River

Superior

After a tough season on the court, the Eagles may break out a surprise at the end. With their hard work ethic and big hearts, Coach Clay Malatare is proud of his kids and is pleased with their progress throughout the year. “Right now people see us as not too strong,” Malatare said at the beginning of the season. “But by the end of the year, we will have improved.”

Through a big fan base providing support, the boys are learning one of the most important aspects about sports – confidence. “We need to stay positive,” Malatare said. “It will all work out alright.”

Creating a dominating team is no easy task, but Head Coach Chris Toivonen has done just that. The Bobcats have been strong throughout the season and Toivonen couldn’t be more pleased with the results.

Editor’s note: After repeated attempts throughout several weeks to get coach’s comments for Noxon, information was never provided.

Noxon

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Head Coach: Jason Roed Assistant Coach: Nick Dyk Managers: Lane Buus, Derik DeFrance, Christina Ross Harrison Superintendent: Fred Hofman Willow Creek Superintendent: Bonnie Lower

Harrison AD: Sheri Heavrin/Lisa Cooper Willow Creek AD: Nancy Nesbit Pep Band Director: Sandi Mabbot Cheerleader Advisor: Andrea Christensen School Song, colors: On Wisconsin, purple/black/white

#

Name

Yr.

Pos.

00

Daly Nesbit

10

G/F

2

Zane VonBergen

10

G

3

Josh Nye

12

G/F

5

Tristan Schedel

12

G

13

Chas Buus

10

G

15

Jarrod Nye

11

G

22

Jed Fike

11

G

23

Jon Strong

11

F

25

Andy Bates

12

G

32

Garrett Petersen

12

F

33

Brett Petersen

11

G

42

John Brennan

12

F

HARRISON WILLOW CREEK Lady Wildcats

Head Coach: Lisa Cooper Asst. Coach: Zach Dyk Managers: Josie Hokanson A.D. Lisa Cooper Asst. A.D: Sheri Heavrin Willow Creek A.D. Nancy Nesbit

Superintendent: Fred Hofman Willow Creek Superintendent: Bonnie Lower Pep Band Director: Sandi Mabbott Cheerleader Advisor: Andrea Christensen School Color: Purple/White/Black School Song; “On Wisconsin”

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

4

Brooke Griffis

11

5’6”

5

Alecia Panagakis

11

5’4”

10

Kristen White

12

5’5”

12

Gabby Arcangeli

11

5’6”

15

Britt Cooper

11

5’10”

20

Hailey Hokanson

10

5’6”

22

Izee Arcangeli

9

5’8”

25

Sierra Panagakis

12

5’5”

32

Jaci Nesbit

12

5’6”

33

Taya DeFrance

10

5’6”

35

Addie Nesbit

10

5’9”

40

Makenna Livezy

9

5”7”

55

Megan Skillman

11

5’9”

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Bears #

Head Coach: Milton Apple

Player

Yr.

Ht

Pos

10 Gavin Duck

11

5’10

G

12 Dee Mayer

12

5’8”

G

22 Willie Ewing

10

5’6”

G

24 Cole Messenger

9

5’9”

W

30 Graden Greenslade

8

5’5”

G

32 Kaden Lappe

8

6’

P

34 Stephen Herriott

11

6’2”

P

42 Guy Hales

9

6’

W

Assistant Coach: Don Hale

LIMA Lady Bears

Head Coach: Jack Hutchison Assistant Coach: Cimbrelyn Clarno

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Kansis Stoddard

11

5’4”

12

Sydney Greenslade 12

5’5”

14

Chrissy Mayer

9

5’5”

20

Skylar Martinell

10

5’7”

24

Emilie Schroder

11

5’7”

30

Kylee Weidinger

10

5’4”

32

Emily Stosich

11

5’8”

34

Cenzington Clarno

9

5’5”

42

Katey Sutton

9

5’8”

44

Kayla Stosich

12

5’7”

Superintendent: Dr. Blair Wilding Athletic Director: Jerry Allen

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Bruins

Head Coach: Jordan Featherman Asst: Josh Young Asst: Blaine Hoppe Alternate: Mason Schram Mgr.:Nora Spangler

Superintendent: JT Stroder Principal: Mike Baer A.D.: Ben Johnson Band Director: Cheryl Young

#

Name

Yr.

Ht. Pos.

0

Connor Wines

12

6’2”

P

1

Eddie Rodarte

12

5’9”

G

2

Austin Dreyer

12

6’2”

P

3

Jordan Darr

11

5’8”

G

4

Nolan Darr

12

5’10” F

5

Nick Sabo

11

5’8”

G

12

Parker Robinson

12

5’6”

G

30

Wyatt Wilkinson

11

6’1”

F

32

Ethan Powell

10

5’6”

G

42

Duncan McIntosh 11

5’10” G

50

Jarred Hurst

11

6’0”

52

Seth Tyson

11

5’10” P

P

GARDINER Lady Bruins

Head Coach: Ben Johnson Asst. Wendy Thomas Mgr. Austin Stafford Mgr. Kara Orser Mgr. Jordan McPherson Stats. Nancy Johnson Superintendent: JT Stroder Principal: Mike Baer A.D. Ben Johnson Band Director: Cheryl Young

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

3

Nichole Tyson

10

5’10”

P

10 Kelly Harbach

12

5’7”

F

11 Nichole Sperano

11

5’6”

G

12 Tess Thomas

11

5’8”

G

15 Kelsey McDonald

9

5’9”

F

21 Betsy Rodarte

12

5’5”

G

22 Jessie Hafer

12

5’7”

G

23 Hannah Dean

11

6’0”

P

24 Taylor Manry

9

5’5”

G

25 Brooke Dreyer

9

5’8”

F

33 PJ Thomas

10

5’5”

G

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Mustangs # Name 1 Chad Johnerson 2 Connor Sullivan 3 Gabe Snider 4 Colten Clark 5 Braydon McKitrick 10 Reid Farnes 12 Walker McKitrick 20 Kyler Elliott 22 Wes Goodman 24 Troy Fortner 32 Gavin McKitrick 34 Wylie Leo Head Coach: Zach Jepson Assistant Coach: Jared Smithson Manager/Stats/Film: Carina Garcia, Madison Diebert, Samantha Kimmey, Brady Cornett Superintendent: John Overstreet

High School Principal: John Sullivan Athletic Director: Paul Bills School Colors: Kelly Green and White Cheer Advisors: Dahlia Rolfe, Marci Snider Cheerleaders: Sam Welch, Kaylee

Yr. 12 12 11 12 12 12 11 11 12 11 9 11

Ht. 6’1” 6’4” 5’10 6’4” 6’4” 6’2” 5’10” 5’10” 5’10” 5 ’8” 5’10” 6’

Pos. W W/P G W/P P W/P G G G G G W

Clemmons, Wyatt Murdoch, Jasmine Streight, Maddi Hayes, Tieryn Bills, Julie Schaufler, Katie Schabarker, Emily Schaufler, Kelsie Roberts, Mickayla Yochim & Becca Thomas

ENNIS Lady Mustangs # 10 12 14 15 20 22 24 25 30 32 42 Head Coach: Nick Burgess Assistant Coach: Muriel Boyd Managers/Stats: Ana Garcia, Grace Kimmey, Jonna Jarvinen Superintendent: John Overstreet

High School Principal: John Sullivan Athletic Director: Paul Bills School Colors: Kelly Green and White Cheer Advisors: Dahlia Rolfe, Marci Snider Cheerleaders: Sam Welch, Kaylee

Name Kortney Dietz Chelsea Martello Delaney McNally Talyre Sitz Nacole Martello Brigit Croy Kayla Coffman Mariah Fredrickson Cheyenne Shields Mackenzie Davies MaKenzie Moen

Yr. 12 12 12 11 12 9 12 12 11 12 10

Ht. 5’2” 5’6” 5’6” 5’3” 5’6” 5’8” 5’8” 5’1”

Pos. G G W W P P P G

5’8” 5’4”

P W

Clemmons, Wyatt Murdoch, Jasmine Streight, Maddi Hayes, Tieryn Bills, Julie Schaufler, Katie Schabarker, Emily Schaufler, Kelsie Roberts, Mickayla Yochim & Becca Thomas

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Big Horns

Boys’ Head Coach: Al Malinowski Boys’ Asst Coach: Mark Gale Boys’ Team Manager: Chloee Beardsley

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

2

Justin McKillop

11

5’7”

G

5

Griffin Schumacher 10

5’6”

G

11

Griffin House

11

5”10”

G

15

Eddie Starz

9

5’11”

G

20

Cooper Shea

11

5’10”

G

21

Justin Mayse

11

5’10”

F

22

Quinn House

11

6’2”

F

23

Trevor House

11

6’1”

G

24

Tucker Hensley

10

5’9”

G

25

Chris Tompkins

10

6’

F

30

Andrew Garcia

11

5’10”

F

35

James Ramirez

9

6’3”

F

LONE PEAK Lady Big Horns

Girls’ Head Coach: Cyle Kokot Girls’ Asst. Coaches: Jolene Hegness Athletic Director: Tony Beardsley,

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Principal/Superintendent: Jerry House Lone Peak High School Enrollment: 59 Mascot: Bighorns

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos

10

Luisa Locker

9

5’ 3”

G

11

Bella Butler

9

5’ 7”

F

13

Sayler Tatom

9

5’ 4”

G

14

Karlie Perry

11

5’ 3”

G

15

Katie Reid

10

5’ 5”

F

20

Dasha Bough

9

5’ 5”

G

22

Bianca Godoy

9

5’ 4”

F

23

Tehya Braun

11

5’ 6”

F

30

Michelle Burger1

2

5’ 7”

F

31

Jenna McKillop

9

5’ 6”

F

32

Gabrielle Gasser

11

5’ 8”

F

Eagles # 12 21 23 25 31 33 35 43 45 55 Head Coach: Jeff Bellach Assistant Coach: Patrick Sinnema Athletic trainer(s): Dr. Jon Wilhelm Cheerleaders: Mary Eaton, Emma Dooley, Jessica Eaton

Cheerleading advisors: Kami Doney-Ryles Statisticians: Anna Eaton, Angelica Linabary, Johanna Triemstra Ball Boy(s): Ethan Venema,

Name Ron Kroon Conner VanDyken Austin Bos David Keena Colton March Scott Kamps Brady VanDyken Keith Heidema Kevin Blanksma Cody Goldhahn

Mason Venema & Zach Venema Mascot(s): Eagle Manhattan Christian School School Administration Superintendent: Patrick DeJong

Yr. 12 11 10 11 12 12 12 12 10 12

Ht. Pos. 5'9 G 6'1 G 5'11 G 6'2 G 5'10 G 6'3 F 6'2 F 6'4 P 6'4 F 6'3 P

Principal: Helen Emmelkamp Athletic Director(s): Liz Flikkema School colors: Maroon/Gold Nickname: Eagle

MANHATTAN CHRISTIAN Lady Eagles

Head Coach: Jeanette Walhof Assistant Coach: Erika Van Dyk, Hanna VanDyk, Deidre Klompien Athletic trainer(s): Dr. Jon Wilhelm Cheerleaders: Mary Eaton, Emma

Dooley, Jessica Eaton Cheerleading advisors: Kami Doney-Ryles Statisticians: Anna Eaton, Angelica Linabary, Johanna Triemstra

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

10

Shaelynn Feddes

11

5'6

G

12

Amanda Riesland

11

5'5

F

14

Halee Dyk

12

5'7

F

22

Nikki Aiken

11

5'8

F

24

Cassidy Visser

10

5'8

G

30

Bobbi Brooks

11

5'5

G

31

Gina Potts

10

5'10

F

32

Samantha Flikkema 9

5'8

F

33

Ary Ekola

9

5’6”

34

Megan Kamps

10

5'11

Ball Boy(s): Ethan, Mason & Zach Venema Mascot(s): Eagles Manhattan Christian School School Administration

F

Superintendent: Patrick DeJong Principal: Helen Emmelkamp Athletic Director(s): Liz Flikkema School colors: Maroon/Gold Nickname: Eagle

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Panthers

Head Coach: Chad, Elser Assistant Coach: Lonnie, Horn Athletic Director: Rod, Stout Manager: Caleb Bowey Principal: Rod Stout

Superintendent: Kim Harding Band Director: Carla Wisler Cheer Director: Angie Miller Cheerleaders: Hanna McParland, Tereza Franzova, Keila Smith

#

Name

Yr.

3

Colter Kenworthy

11

5

Brant Marsh

12

11

Seth Green

12

13

Xavier Harris

12

15

Jake Davidson

12

25

Rafael Cervantes

12

23

Cheyenne Fuller

12

21

Sam Wood

11

33

Tristen Horn

9

SHERIDAN Lady Panthers

Head Coach: Wendy Fabel Assistant Coach: Michelle Devereaux Athletic Director: Rod Stout Manager: Tiffany McCormack Principal: Rod Stout

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Superintendent: Kim Harding Band Director: Carla Wisler Cheer Director: Angie Miller Cheerleaders: Hanna McParland, Tereza Franzova, Keila Smith

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Janie Smart

9

5'8”

12

April Degel

11

5'8”

14

Destiny Fabel

8

5'6”

20

Alexis Woirhaye

10

5'2”

22

Aspen Tutsch

9

5'5”

30

Alessia Baker

8

5'7”

32

Kassidy Hokanson

9

5'3”

40

McKenzy Shields

10

5'5”

42

Cady Guinnane

10

5'4”

50

Tionna Schwend

9

5'10”

Wolverines

Head Coach: Josh Demlow Asst. Coach: Brad Paskey Manager: Tristen Burden, Kenzee Chase, Jazemine Martinez

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

1

Wyatt Mann

9

5’2”

2

Garrett Arnado

10

5’4”

3

Kevin Liszka

10

5’7”

5

Bryce Loomis

9

5’7”

10

Jose Pacheco

12

5’6”

11

Jared Barney

10

6’

14

Drake Young

9

5’9”

15

Sage Parker

12

6’2”

12

Andrew Watt

11

5’9”

34

Austin Mitic

11

5’11”

23

Caden Myer

9

5’7”

WEST YELLOWSTONE Lady Wolverines

Head Coach: Ron Binfet Asst. Coach: Nubia Allen Asst. Coach: Todd Atchley Manager: Madison Turner, Makalyn

Chase, Shreena Barstad Superintendent: Lael Calton Activities Director: Kevin Flanagan

#

Name

Yr.

Ht

Pos.

2

Bailee Parker

10

5'8"

F

3

Kestley Jessop

9

5'2"

G

4

Sirenia Vazquez

9

5'5"

F

10

Aimee Delgado

9

5'3"

G

11

Olivia Gospodarek 10

5'10'

P

13

Darby Binfet

8

5'4"

F

14

Belle Smolczynski

11

5'3"

G

15

Kyla Binfet

12

5'8"

G

20

Amber Dorich

11

5'10"

P

22

Kelsey Young

12

5'10"

F

23

Bridgit Prichard

11

5'8"

F

24

Jewlz Collins

10

5'2"

G

33

Jill Carter

10

5'7"

F

44

Hayley Hain

9

5'4"

G

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Falcons

Head Coach: Matt Ashley Ass’t. Coach: Cy Minert Superintendent: Chad Johnson A.D.: Karen Degel Cheerleaders: Hallie Schwend, Alice Giem, Mariah Mays, Kjersten Sandru, Shay

Broksle, Karly Amos, Sierra Frandsen Cheer Advisor: Kristen Kneeland Band Director: Craig Ballou Trainer: Chris Brown

#

Name

Yr.

0

Nolan Konen

11

1

Tracen Eggers

10

2

Gibson Butler

11

3

Garrett Armstrong

12

5

Gabe Johnson

11

11

Woody Puckett

11

13

Jerricho Broksle

12

15

Tristen Guillot

11

31

Wesley Armstroang

9

33

Michael Walsh

11

35

Chace Guinnane

9

TWIN BRIDGES Lady Falcons

Head Coach: Rob Lott Ass’t. Coach: Steve Davis

School Colors: Black/White/Red School Song: “Stars and Stripes”

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

2

Julia Cox

11

5’4”

10

Paige Phillips

11

5’2”

12

Madyson Beagley 10

5’1”

22

Jessica George

10

5’8”

24

Kristen Ashcraft

12

5’4”

30

Cassidy Wetzel

10

5’6”

32

Abby Williams

12

5’4”

34

Morgan Martin

12

5’9”

40

Megan Martin

10

5’7”

42

Alison Griebenow 12

5’7”

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Hornets

Coaches: Thad Hereim and Brian Feddes Managers: Dawson Clayton and Billy Rogers Band Director: Mark McDanel

School Colors: Orange and Black School Mascot: Hornets School Enrollment: 60 Principal: Tom Vail Superintendent/AD: Andy Lind

#

Name

Yr.

1

Jake Wendt

10

5

Westhenry Ioerger

11

13

Jordan Barfuss

9

15

Ethan Nyhart

10

21

Walker Gruszie

11

23

Derek Heggen

11

25

Jacob Berg

10

33

Jaren Kiff

11

35

Peyton Jones

11

41

Whitley West

12

43

Morgan Barfuss

12

45

Hunter Idso

10

55

Charlie Rooney

10

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS Lady Hornets

Coaches: Teri Ogle and Chris Schlepp Managers: Sierra Blair, Alicia Austin, and Shannon Rogers Band Director: Mark McDanel School Colors: Orange and Black

School Mascot: Hornets School Enrollment: 60 Principal: Tom Vail Superintendent/AD: Andy Lind

#

Name

Yr.

3

Amber Coburn

10

4

Cassie Coburn

10

11

Jasmine Deal

10

12

Katie Nelson

10

13

Natasha Deal

11

15

Royale Tousley

11

21

Mesa Williams

9

22

Meghan Tome

10

33

Sarah Schlepp

11

34

Katrina Feddes

9

35

Brittany Dupea

12

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Tigers

Head Coach: Scott Marsh Assistant Coaches: Hoop Reed and Alex Petruaitis Superintendent: Loyd Rennaker Athletic Director: Scott Marsh

School Colors: Red/Black Managers: Kendall Bergren, Brianna Hurst-Sanders, Tyler Westfall, Trevor Brewer and Nina Ornes

# Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

3

Zach McCrossin

9

5’10”

G

4

JJ Horvath

10

5’8”

G

5

Andy Smith

9

5’7”

G

10 Rope Rennaker

11

5’7”

G

14 Zach McCollaum

10

5’9”

G

22 Druex Kuntz

11

5’10”

F

23 Joe Caicedo

11

6’

F

30 William Westfall

12

5’9”

F

32 Dawson Jakober

11

6’

F

DARBY Lady Tigers

Head Coach: Scott Marsh Assistant Coach: Hoop Reed Superintendent: Loyd Rennaker Athletic Director: Scott Marsh Principal: Jennifer Burdette Assistant AD: William Westfall

Band Director: Alex Petrusaitis School Song: "College Boy" School Colors: Red/Black School Enrollment: 87 Managers: Kendall Bergren, Brianna HurstSanders, Tyler Westfall, and Nina Ornes

#

Name

Yr.

Pos.

3

Tori Johnston

11

G

5

Breanna Brickey

10

F

10

Keely Ehmann

11

G

12

Lily Lang

10

G

15

Seanna Abrahamsen

11

F

20

Lacey Dolcater

11

G

22

Lauren Dolcater

11

F

24

Siri Nojd

12

F

30

Sydney Bergren

12

F

33

Sarai McCollaum

12

F

44

Sarah Costello

9

G

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Rebels

Head Coach: JB Boyd Manager: Abigail Wilkerson Superintendent: Erik Wilkerson Elem Principal: Alan Peterson Music: Mark Mills

Asst Coach: Jimbo Logan Manager: Bryce Street HS Principal: Alexander Ator Activities: Alexander Ator Enrollment: 74

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

12

Ryley Waddell

11

5' 8"

14

Thad Ferguson

11

6' 1"

20

Cole Fairchild

11

5' 10"

22

Gregg Broell

12

5' 10"

24

Lane Lahaye

12

5' 10"

30

Tristen Jenkins

10

5' 9"

32

Clay Scidmore

11

6' 0"

34

Daniel Rivera

10

5' 11"

42

Brock Peterson

9

5' 6"

44

Matt Huff

12

5' 9"

50

Wyatt Phillips

9

6'

52

Collin Parks

11

6'

SHIELDS VALLEY Lady Rebels

Head Coach: Kristi Swandal Manager: Makayla Hogenson Superintendent: Erik Wilkerson Elem Principal: Alan Peterson Music: Mark Mills

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Asst Coach: Tom Breitbach Manager: Hannah George HS Principal: Alexander Ator Activities: Alexander Ator Enrollment: 74

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

12

Brianna Peel

11

5' 5"

14

Jessica Gagen

12

5' 8"

20

Casey McInerney

12

5' 9"

22

Kylie Kerkaert

10

5' 7"

24

Cailtlin Boyd

11

5' 6"

30

Shae Sager

11

5' 4"

32

Brianne Peterson

11

5' 6"

34

Timbre Barnes

11

5' 6"

40

Kayla Gagen

10

5' 7"

42

Rylee Hoyem

11

6'

44

Meaghan Raw

11

5'9"

50

Karli Broell

10

5'7"

Panthers

Head Coach: Dan Moe

Superintendent: Clay W. Acker

Assistant Coaches: Joe Wall

Managers: Clancy Gout, Michael

Principal/AD: Kyle Fisher

Spence, Isaac Warren

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Creighton Callison

8

5’4”

12

Kolton Hensleigh

8

5’6”

14

Keir Sanzano

12

5’11”

20

Justen Munsch

9

5’6”

22

David Stafford

12

5’9”

24

Cord Benson

9

5’8”

30

Miles Vaillancourt

9

5’7”

32

Troy Munsch

12

5’10”

40

Nick Turnbull

9

5’7”

42

Andrew Lommen

12

6’2”

ALBERTON Lady Panthers

Head Coach: Hannah Anderson Assistant Coach: Lexy Fisher Managers: Sam Bennett, Mackenzie Spence, Laurabeth Tomlinson

Principal/AD: Kyle Fisher Superintendent: Clay Acker School Colors: Maroon and White

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

0

Olivia Taylen

11

5’8”

3

Kierstan McConnell 10

5’10”

5

Ryan Vicek

10

5’4”

11

Taylor Erdman

11

5’8”

14

Haley Marvin

12

5’5”

15

Montanna Baughman 8

5’6”

21

Hailie Bahm

12

5’7”

22

Deveyn Dutt

10

5’5”

23

Rebecca Braae

12

5’6”

34

Mia Tocci

10

5’7”

35

Rebecca Pluth

9

5’1”

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The Alberton School Booster Club River Edge Resort Valley Grocery Alberton Community Food Pantry M2 Green Redevelopment Bay Construction Montana River Guides-Alberton Gorge Whitewater Rafting Clark Fork Valley Bank Pump It Up Water Service, Inc. Acker Construction

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Trojans

Head Coach: Joe Bignell Superintendent: Bryan Kott Principal: Rick Parke Athletic Director: Hayley Skinner

Band Director: Linda Lacey School Song: Stars and Stripes Forever School Colors: Royal Blue and White School Mascot: Trojans

#

Name

Yr.

Ht. Pos.

1

Kevin Oberweiser 12

6'

G

2

Joseph Parke

11

6'3"

F

3

Danny Mannix

11

6'

G

4

Ricky Ballinger

11

6'

G

10

Gregory Schindler 12

6'

G

11

Cade Estes

10

5'8"

G

20

Alex Allen

11

6'1"

F

21

Johnathan Brown 10

6'6"

F

34

Kyle Ballinger

9

6'

F

40

Brad Holland

10

5'10" G

45

Riley Spencer

10

5'10" F

DRUMMOND Lady Trojans

Head Coach: Mike Bradshaw Assistant Coach: Justin Wetsch Managers: Olivia Burgmeier, Tea Rainey Video: Nicole Anderson Superintendent: Bryan Kott Principal: Rick Parke

Athletic Director: Hayley Skinner Band Director: Linda Lacey School Song: Stars and Stripes Forever School Colors: Royal Blue and White School Mascot: Trojans

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

4

Sabrina Shows

11

5'4

G

10 Cheryl Hill

12

5'7

G

12 Addison Schindler

9

5'8

C

14 Claire Fickler

9

5'5

G

20 Alexys Bryant

12

5'8

G

22 Krissy Paske

12

5'7

G

24 Audrie Parke

10

5'10 G/F

30 Paige Fickler

12

5'8

G/F

32 Frankie Bignell

12

5'10

C

34 Sierra Bryant

10

5'9

C

42 Melanie Parke

12

5'9

G/F

50 Samantha Henderson

12

5'10

C

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Go Lynx!

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Lynx

Head Coach: Shane Brown Manager: Robby Gehring, Reanne Gehring, Jon Sherrod Superintendent: Kathy Heisler

Principal: Laurie Maughan A.D.: Shane Brown Game Supervisor: Patsy Martin Enrollment: 49

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

1

Monty Tipps

10

5’6”

2

Ian Nick

10

6’

3

Coletin Trump

9

5’4”

4

Rhett Jorgensen

12

6

10

Sam Brady

11

6’2”

13

Gage Fitzgerald

9

5’8”

20

Jon Sherrod

10

5’11”

21

Payton Peterson

8

5’10”

24

Greg Nick

12

5’11”

30

Blake Eisenzimer

11

6’1”

34

Colton Grantier

9

5’8”

44

Quinton Grantier

11

6’4”

LINCOLN Lady Lynx

Head Coach: Ken Lumpkin Asst. Coach: Dillon Krier School Song: Notre Dame Fight Song School Mascot: Lynx School Colors: Forest Green, Vegas Gold, White

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Toni Hagen

11

5’8”

11

Abby Castagne

11

5’5”

13

Jerilyn Deitz

8

5’8”

21

Katie DeLuca

10

5’8”

22

Cailey Denboer

10

5’9”

23

Carley DeLuca

9

5’8”

30

Angela Krier

12

5’10”

34

Abby Erickson

12

6’2”

11

5’5”

42/52 Dani Cyr

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Prospectors

Head Coach: Dustin Keltner Assistant Coach: Shawn Commings Superintendent: Mike Cutler

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Jerry Metesh

12

5’9”

12

Jordan Keltner

12

5’9”

14

Bob Immenschuh

11

6’2”

20

Connor Munis

10

6’2”

22

Ethan Stephenson 10

5’8”

24

Eric Bohrnsen

11

6’

30

Dalton Moore

12

5’9”

32

Chase Comings

11

6’

40

Daniel Mickelson

10

6’3”

50

Austin Waldbillig

12

6’

GRANITE Lady Prospectors

Head Coach: Hans Bohrnsen Assistant Coach: Andrea Hocking Athletic Director: Logan Labbe

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#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

0

Maggie Althaus

10

5’6”

2

Tara Dunkerson

10

5’8”

3

Anna Pence

12

5’6”

5

Marissa Bernhardt 11

5’11”

11

Liz Graham

11

5’5”

13

Kyra Brabender

10

5’10”

14

Josie Ray

11

5’4”

15

Madison Donlan

12

5’9”

22

Darby Deschamps 9

5’1”

23

Nikki Shattuck

12

5’8”

24

Ciera Wingo

10

5’9”

44

Lexi Walkley

9

5’1”

Blackhawks

Head Coach: Michael Haines Assn’t Coach: Dave Evans Managers: Paxton Castle, Haley Haines, Zoey Matheny, Shy Murphy

Superintendent: Dr. Alex Apostle Principal: Dr. Kathleen Pecora Activities Director: Mr. Shawn Holmes Band Director: Mr. Bob Green

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

1

Tylen Dial

12

5’9”

G

2

Jacob Haley

10

5’7”

G

3

Jacob Morse

10

5’6”

G

4

Cole Henrekin

12

6’1”

P

5

Hunter Mincey

10

5’7”

G

10 Justin Cahoon

11

6’4”

P

11 Joshua Cahoon

10

5’9”

G

12 Christian Cahoon

12

6’0”

G

13 Shane Lindemer

9

5’7”

G

14 Brad Miller

9

5’7”

G

15 Justin Grimes

11

6’0”

G

21 Micah Nicholas

11

6’1”

P

23 Matt Teague

10

6’1”

P

SEELEY SWAN Lady Blackhawks

Head Coach: Shawn Holmes Assn’t Coach: Tonya Smith, Leonard Schaff, Mike Robbins Managers: Haley Haines, Shy Murphy, Zoey Matheny

Superintendent: Dr. Alex Apostle Principal: Dr. Kathleen Pecora Activities Director: Mr. Shawn Holmes Band Director: Mr. Bob Green

# 10 11 12 13 14 15 20 21 22 23 24 25 30 31 32

Name Shelby Holmes Mackenzie Richards Tyana Murphy Cera Strumpfer Eliana Robinett Stevi Meade Paige Holmes KeAnna Conley Mariah Cooper-Nies Stephanie Robbins Alex Bohlman Tessa Grimes Kyndee Schmitz Mary Strumpfer Darrian Conley

Yr. 12 11 10 9 10 9 10 12 12 10 9 9 10 9 10

Pos. G P G G G G G G P G P P P P P

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Pirates

Head Coach: Drew Lewis Assistant Coach: Eric Taylor Superintendent: Lance Pearson

Principal: Dan Johnston AD: Dennis Pings

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

1

Austin Lewis

10

5’10”

G

3

Colt Neville

9

6’1”

P

10

Shad Neville

9

5’8”

P

12

Kolton Benish

11

5’10”

G

22

Nate Bishop

12

6’1”

G

23

Terrell Sherrill

11

5’9”

G

24

Brady Tuttle

12

6’2”

G

30

Matt kittel

12

6’

G

32

Ethan Etter

11

6’

P

34

Michael O’Leary

11

5’11”

G

44

Jack Pederson

10

6’1

P

52

Ryan Lewis

11

6’6”

P

54

GP Monta

12

6’

P

Logan McKinley

9

6’

VICTOR Lady Pirates

Head Coach: Drew Huls Assistant Coach: Brooke Zeiler Superintendent: Lance Pearson

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Principal: Dan Johnston AD: Dennis Pings

#

Name

Yr.

Pos.

12

Hailey Kay

9

F

13

Carleyjean Conley

11

F

14

Morgan Bolin

12

G

15

Ryanne Tracy

12

G

22

Jamie Burdett

9

G

23

Madison Richards

11

G

24

Skye Mitcham

12

G

32

Kristine Harlon

11

G

34

Allison Rich

11

F

42

Haley Tillotson

12

F

44

Payton Tillotson

9

F

Eagles

Head Coach: Aaron Hill Assistant Coach: Jordan

Wittmier, Sherman Smith Superintendent: Chris Martineau

#

Name

Yr

Ht.

1

Devin Brewer

9

5’2”

2

Colton Richards

9

5’10”

3

Isaiah Bohlken

10

5’11”

4

Kaileb Coyne

9

5’6”

10

Elijah Redfern

10

5’7”

11

Jordan Kelly

9

5’10”

12

Austin Braese

9

5’8”

14

Christian Kiemele

12

6’

15

Joseph Lodine

9

6’3”

21

Matt Klein

11

6’2”

22

Christopher Beckett

10

6’

23

Jacob Dargan

10

5’10”

32

Brad Klein

9

6’2”

VALLEY CHRISTIAN Lady Eagles

Head Coach: Brennan Koch Assistant Coaches: Charisa Lemeza Manager: Ashlyn Schatz & Alisha Wiley

Principal: Jon Hawkins AD: Brennan Koch Mascot: Eagles

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

1

Sydney Channer

8

5’8”

3

Kaileigh Moser

12

5’4”

4

Lea Gress

10

5’5”

5

Lilly Schulz

9

5’5”

10

Taylor Kelly

12

5’5”

11

Samantha Bestwick

11

5’6”

12

Kelcie Hill

8

5’4”

13

Linnea Hill

11

5’6”

14

Brielynna Lange

12

5’9”

15

Darby Dybdal

12

5’5”

22

Sarah Kesler

12

5’8”

23

Tara Messner

9

5’6”

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Good Luck Valley Christian Eagles!

We are Proud of you!

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Warriors

Head Coach: Zanen Pitts Asst. Coach: Max Blodgett Superintendent: George Linthicum

Principal/AD: Jim Taylor Asst. AD: Melinda Pablo Band Director: Rebecca Olson

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

3

Zane Ligas

12

6’

5

Zach Felsman

11

5’8”

10

Isaac Desjarlais

10

5’11”

11

Tyler Tanner

9

5’11”

12

Riley Rogers

11

5’11”

14

PJ Haynes

11

5’10”

22

Justis Haynes

10

5’9”

23

Dominic Burland

12

5’8”

30

Patrick Bigsam

10

6’

33

Aaron Perry

10

6’5”

40

Josh Reed

12

6’7”

50

Isaac Camel

12

6’4”

ARLEE Scarlets

Head Coach: Bill Stockton Assistant Coach: Anne Tanner Managers: Elizabeth Morigeau & Taylor Lammerding

Superintendent: George Linthicum Principal: Jim Taylor AD: Jim Taylor & Melinda Pablo Band Director: Rebecca Olson

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

1

Whitney Malatare

12

5’7”

G

3

Becca Whitesell

10

5’5”

G

4

Shaylee Perry

10

5’5”

5

Autumn Moran

10

5’6”

P

11

Violet Pablo

11

5’8”

P/G

14

Morgan Malatare

10

5’7”

P/G

15

Alexis Shick

12

5’8”

G/P

21

Carly Hergett

9

6’

22

Alicia Camel

9

5’9”

P

24

Megan Shick

10

5’10”

P

25

Megan Reed

10

5’6”

32

Bryndle Goyins

10

5’10”

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Vikings

Head Coach: Michael Brown Assistant Coach: Wally Esterby

Superintendent/AD: Thom Peck Principal: Steve Love

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

1

Dalton Delaney

11

6’

2

Michael Delaney

10

5’10”

11

Kobe Cox

11

6’

12

Jesse Long

11

5’10”

13

Kail Pope

12

6’

15

Jade Smith

10

6’1”

22

Tyler Delaney

12

6’

23

Tristan Santee

12

6’1”

40

Dugan Runkel

10

5’11”

45

Maverick Nelson

11

5’9”

55

Cody Couture

12

5’11”

CHARLO Lady Vikings

Head Coach: Bret Thompson Assistant Coach: Sheryl Kain

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Managers: Hailey Schippers

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

3

Cheyenne Nagy

9

5’5”

5

Mikaylan Roylance

10

5’7”

10 Madison Foust

11

5’7”

12 Jordan Ludeman

12

5’4”

13 Abby Knight

12

5’7”

15 Mackenzie Foust

12

5’8”

22 Sienna Brown

11

5’5”

35 Aspen Runkel

12

5’6”

42 Skyler Frame

10

6’0”

43 Shayna Nagy

11

5’5”

Savage Heat

Head Coach: Ricky Depoe Assistant Coach: Richard Jackson Athletic Director: Chris Clairmont

Superintendent/Principal: Kevin Meredith Managers: Stacy Gray/Lane Foster (Injured Reserve)

#

Name

Yr.

Ht.

Pos.

12

Jimmy Holland

12

6’

G/F

14

Trevor Paro

9

5’7”

G

20

Jameson Morigeau 10

5’11”

G

22

Tanner Hoff

11

6’2”

G/F

24

Sam Hoff

10

5’11”

G

30

Jarod White

12

5’9”

G

32

Nate Gray

11

6’2”

F

42

Jack Dolson

10

6’4”

C

HOT SPRINGS Lady Savage Heat

Head Coach: Robert Kearney Assistant Coach: Sierra Lazaro Activities Director: Chris Clairmont Superintendent: Kevin Meredith

School Colors: Red and Black Mascot: Savage Heat School Song: When the Saints Go Marching In

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Amanda Woods

12

5'6"

12

Meara Schmiedbauer

12

5'9"

14

Rosa Dolson

12

5'10"

20

Laurel Schmiedbauer

12

5'9"

22

Amanda Locker

11

5'6"

24

Sophia Jeffries

9

5’6”

30

Chelsea Ramstad

11

5’6”

32

Alex Green

12

5'9"

40

Jewel Huntsman

10

5’4”

42

Josey Carr

11

5'6"

44

Shelbie Miller

11

5'5"

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Red Devils

Head Coach: Mike Tessier Asst Coach: Ryan Carlstrom Superintendant: Josh Patterson

Athletic Director: Matt Havens Principal: Rik Rewerts

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

5

Franklin Herschler

11

5’5”

14

Grant Fitchett

10

5’11”

12

Corey Tessier

10

5’10”

15

Riley Fisher

10

5’9”

21

Nik Mueller

9

6’

23

Zach Osborne

10

6’1”

25

Tanner Tammaro

12

5’ 10”

34

Trace Tammaro

9

6’

40

Oliver Grupenhoff

12

6’ 4”

44

Austin Nessel

10

5’ 11”

NOXON Lady Red Devils

Head Coach: Ashleigh Singbeil Assistant Coach: Adam Brown Athletic Director: Matt Havens & Teri Wilkinson Principle: Rik Rewerts

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

2

Kristin Webley

10

5’4”

3

Kamber Torti

9

5’4”

5

Caroline Clancy

11

5’10”

10

Alana Lackner

9

5’4”

11

Asiah Jensen

10

5’7”

14

Zoey Osborne

10.

5’9”

21

Kelsey Bonney

9

5’5”

22

Katie Chandler

12

5’11”

24

Jenna Langdon

9

5’8”

25

Cory Brodmerkle

8

5’11”

Tigers

Head Coach: Taylor Nordby Assistant Coach: Mark Field Manager: Brock Cantrell-Field

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

12

Triston Carman

8

5'3”

13

Trevor Lowry

9

5'10”

14

Dallas Lewis

12

6'3”

15

Eric Eslick

8

6'1”

21

Connor Dunlap

8

5'9”

22

Trent Haston

8

5'10”

23

Gibson Lowry

11

6'3”

24

Brandon Managhan

8

5'8”

32

Dakota Wickham

11

5'10”

44

Keenan Clute

12

6'1”

ST. REGIS Lady Tigers

Head Coach: Tyler Hurley Assistant Coaches: Sarah Etter, Brooks Sanford Manager: Anna Sanford

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

2

Courtney Cheesman

9

5'9”

3

Jasmine Jones

9

5'6”

5

Gabby Moeller

11

5'9”

11

Patience Jones

11

5'3”

12

Ashley Cheesman

11

5'4”

13

Arianna Jones

12

5'4”

15

Madison Hill

9

5'5”

23

Brittney Nelson

11

5'4”

32

Pilar Cantrell-Field

10

5'6”

34

Madison Dahl

9

5'8”

35

Chelsie Wilson

10

5'9”

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Bobcats

Superintendent: Scott Kinney, School Colors, Red –White – Blue Principal: Allan Labbe School Song: Stand Up Superior Athletic Director: Allan Labbe

Student Managers: Heather Kelly Head Coach: Chris Toivonen, Abby Billet Assistant Coach: Bajin Smith, Mary Donally Band Director: Amber Winter

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

10

Trenton Constant

10

5’9”

11

Vicente Guerrero

11

5’9”

12

Tucker Smith

12

5’10”

14

Wes Ray

10

5’11”

21

Tanner Smith

12

5’10”

22

Josh Benda

11

6’2”

23

Clint Voll

12

6’9”

24

Luke Boyce

11

5’10”

25

Taryn Ververis

9

5’6”

31

Jarrod Tippens

12

6’5”

32

Wyatt Zylawy

11

6’2”

33

Aaron Kelly

10

6’1”

50

Howard Nelson

9

5’11”

SUPERIOR Lady Bobcats

Superintendent: Scott Kinney School Colors: Red –White – Blue Principal: Allan Labbe School Song: Stand Up Superior Athletic Director: Allan Labbe

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Student Managers: Lenaya Simpson, Alexis Neill Head Coach: Jeff Schultz Assistant Coach: Jerry Stroot Band Director: Amber Winter

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

1

Geneva Plakke

12

5’5”

2

Sierra Bruning

11

5’2”

11

Nadiea Ewoniuk

11

5’8”

12

Danielle Ewoniuk

10

5’8”

13

Medina Monie

11

5’3”

14

Michele Smith

12

5’5”

15

Kayla Boone

10

5’5”

22

Jordan Mueller

11

5’8”

23

Marissa Koke

10

5’10”

30

Anesa Ruiz

12

5’10”

32

Hannah Hollenback 11

5’10”

33

Morgan Sharp

9

5’6”

40

Celein Parkin

9

5’9”

Eagles

Head Coach: Clayton Malatare Athletic Director: Jami J. Hanson

Principal: Mr. Rollie Sullivan Superintendent/Principal: Dr. Michael Bundy

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

2

Byron Carpentier

12

5’11”

3

Robert Jansen

11

5’11”

5

Jaylen Ducharme

12

5’8”

10

Youstah Eneas

11

6’1”

11

Quincy Bourdon-Courville

11

5’9”

23

Eugene Parker

12

5’11”

24

Julian Cutfinger

10

5’9”

32

Chino Lira

10

5’10”

42

Junior Hendrickx

9

5’10”

44

Dante McDougall

10

5’6”

45

Darius McDougall

10

5’6”

TWO EAGLE RIVER Lady Eagles

Head Coach: Carla Torisian Athletic Director: Jami J. Hanson School Mascot: Eagles

School Color: Red and White School Song: Flag Song School Established: 1974

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Name

Yr.

Ht.

1

Ruby Saluskin

12

5’3”

3

Misty Mendoza

10

5’3”

5

Reinal Tenas

10

5’8”

10

Kaci Ducharme

9

5’5”

14

Tyra Michel

10

5’8”

22

Gabrielle BigBeaver s11

5’7”

35

Patricia Hendrickx

11

5’4”

40

Olivia Nichols

11

5’11”

50

Danielle Adler

9

5’7”

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2014 Boys Western C Divisional Tournament Feb. 26- March 1 Butte Civic Center

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2014 Girls Western C Divisional Tournament Feb. 26- March 1 Butte Civic Center

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