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Cusick tops Yakama Tribal 28-0
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On Deck: Vs. Almira/Coulee-Hartline: Friday, Sept. 23, 7 p .m.
score. Hansen ran in another 2-point conversion. Keogh scored another TD before the quarter ended, this one a 12yard run. The conversion failed. The Panthers kept up the pressure in the second quarter, with Keogh breaking a 40 yard touchdown run, followed by a two yard Hansen run. This time Keogh carried in the 2-point conversion. That was the last Cusick scored. Yakama Tribal finally got on the scoreboard with a big 50 yard run. The teams played scoreless through the final quarter. Defensively, Hansen got his second interception of the season in the second quarter. Keogh had nine tackles to lead the Panthers. Jed Cupp had seven and a half tackles,
‘If you’re playing your best football on your second game, you’re in trouble.’ Troy Hendershott Cusick coach
including a quarterback sack. Roddy Pierre also was in on a quarterback sack to go with his six tackles. The win gives Cusick a 2-0 record. Next week they host defending state champs Almira/Coulee-Hartline Friday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. “It will be an excellent measuring stick for where we’re at in the season,” Hendershott said.
Miner photo|Sophia Aldous
Clay Pelton (No. 7) drives for the ball against Grangeville last Saturday.
Spartans try to scramble back from injuries, losses
By Sophia Aldous Of The Miner
PRIEST LAKE – Priest River Lamanna High School’s boys’ soccer team fought against a muddy field and rainy weather Saturday, Sept. 17 in their home match against Grangeville, who took home the win 3-0. The Bulldogs took an early lead over the Spartans in the first half on a very wet day. Grangeville’s Hunter Connolly scored at the third minute on a breakaway opportunity against Priest River freshman goalkeeper Bonin Norby. Priest River held off the attack for another 48 minutes when Grangeville’s Amador Perez scored off a throw in from about 20 yards out at the 51st minute. Amador added another goal at the 69th minute off an assist from Grangeville’s Jesus Perez assuring victory for the Bulldogs. “The soggy field conditions, continual down pour, and starters sitting out from injuries all played a role in the match up with Grangeville,” says coach Rob Lawler. “This was a great learning game for Priest River, as many of our younger players got quite a bit of playing time due to the injury toll we have taken over the past couple of weeks.” Grangeville had 16 shots on goal while Priest River had three. Priest River goalie Adam Irvine had
nine saves, while Grangeville keeper Mauricio Valle had two saves. The Spartans also faced of against the Timberlake Tigers Wednesday, Sept. 14 at an away game. Timberlake took an early lead in the first half and never looked back. Cody Bentley scored at the 13th minute off an assist from Jestin Hofer and again at the 17th minute. Priest River held Timberlake scoreless and mounted several attacks on the Timberlake goal for the next 60 minutes. With On deck: At Northwest Christian: Thursday, Sept. 22, 4 p.m.
less than four minutes left, a couple miscues by Priest River resulted in two more goals by Timberlake. At the 77th minute Jake Potts scored off an assist by Bentley, and at the 79th minute Johnathon Wiese scored off an assist by Bentley again. “The Priest River boys continue to improve the tactical aspect of their game and played extremely well, outshooting Timberlake 17-14,” says Lawler. “Even though the score was a bit lopsided at the end, the teams were well matched.” Goalie Adam Irvine had eight saves, while Timberlake keeper Sheldon Kistler had 15 saves. Priest River will play Northwest Christian in an away game Thursday, Sept. 22 at 4 p.m.
Newport opens league with win
By Don Gronning Of The Miner
CHEWELAH – The Newport Grizzlies football team opened the Northeast A League season with a 13-6 win over Chewelah Friday, Sept. 16. “It was a close game throughout, even though our defense
dominated the game yet again,” Newport coach Zac Farnam said. “The score looks a lot closer than the game was.” Chewelah didn’t complete a pass all night and as the game went on, Farnam said Newport’s front line began to dominate the line of scrimmage and allow Newport to control the
tempo of the game. “Up front, Fred Houck, Jacob Tanner, Robby On Deck: Vs. Medical Lake: Friday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m.
Owen, Brad McMeen and Owen Leslie all had great games on the offensive line,” he said. See Grizzlies, 7B
Lady Spartans split the week By Michelle Nedved Of The Miner
PRIEST RIVER – The Priest River volleyball team beat the newest member of the Intermountain League, Tuesday, Sept. 13, winning against Coeur d’Alene Charter in four matches. They lost, however, to St. Maries Thursday. “We kind of had a slow start,” Priest River coach Angie Goins said. “It was nice to have our first league game a win, for sure.” Freshman Harlee Meek stepped up and set for Priest River, and had a great game, Goins said. The first game of Tuesday’s match was a close one, but Priest River pulled it off, 25-22. The second game wasn’t nearly as close, with Priest River winning 25-14, but the third game was tight. Coeur d’Alene squeaked out a 27-25 win, but lost the fourth set 25-11. Maggee Pankoke had 19 digs for Priest River and Olivia Witter had 17 assists. Emilee Clark had 13 kills. Natalie Randolph finished with six blocks and Morgan DeMent had four aces.
It was a rough game for Priest River Saturday, when they traveled to St. Maries, and lost in three games, 2512, 25-18, 25-22. While St. Maries is no longer in the Intermountain League, Goins said Priest River likes to play them because they’re so tough. “It’s like playing Post Falls or Lakeland,” she said. She was pleased with On Deck: Vs. Kellogg: Thursday, Sept. 22, 7 p.m. Vs. Bonners Ferry, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 7 p.m.
her team’s efforts. “Even just hanging with them is good,” she said. Witter had nine assists, Clark had eight kills, and Tabitha Richey had five digs. Heidi Janhsen had two aces and Clark had two blocks. The Spartans hosted Timberlake Tuesday, after The Miner went to press. They host Kellogg Thursday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m., a game that was originally scheduled for away, and then host Bonners Ferry Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m.
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Lady Griz stumble against Colville By Michelle Nedved
By Don Gronning
YAKIMA – The Cusick Panthers football team beat the newest addition to the Northeast 1B League, Yakama Tribal, which plays in the south division. Cusick easily won 42-6 in an away game Friday, Sept. 16. Cusick coach Troy Hendershott said the team played well, but has room for improvement. “We still have a lot to clean up. We have way too many penalties going on right now,” he said. “If you’re playing your best football on your second game, you’re in trouble.” Cusick jumped out early and hard, scoring 28 first quarter points. Canon Keogh got things started with an 80 yard touchdown run, Colton Hansen ran in the 2-point conversion. Dylan Hendershott caught a seven yard pass from Tanner Shanholtzer for Cusick’s next
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NEWPORT – The Newport volleyball team suffered their first loss of the season against Colville Tuesday, Sept. 13, losing in three sets. “Coming off a big win against Priest River (Monday night), the Grizzlies came out flat against Colville,” Newport coach Amanda Smith said. It was still a close game, with Colville winning 30-28, 25-23, 25-16. Jalin Earl had 12 digs for Newport. Megan Vaughn had seven assists, Faith Hood had seven kills and three aces, and Madi Hofstee and Audrey Price each had two blocks. Newport was back on their game Thursday, Sept. 15, when they beat Riverside in three, 25-19,
25-14, 25-10. “Serving strength dominates the Grizzly offense,” coach Smith said. “(The) seniors continue to show leadership both On Deck: At Freeman: Thursday, Sept. 22, 6:30 p.m. Vs. Deer Park: Tuesday, Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m.
on and off the court.” Hannah Hansend had 12 digs for Newport. Kylyah Mercurius had two blocks and seven kills, while Vaughn finished with seven assists, and Earl and Trystan Potter both finished with four aces. The Grizzlies hosted Lakeside Tuesday, after The Miner went to press. They travel to Freeman Thursday, Sept. 22, to play at 6:30 p.m., and then host Deer Park Tuesday, Sept. 27, at 6:30 p.m.
Selkirk catches St. John-Endicott By Don Gronning Of The Miner
IONE – The Selkirk Rangers trailed for most of the game when they played St. John-Endicott Friday, but when it counted in the fourth quarter, Braydon Taylor made a 48-yard touchdown run to give the Rangers the lead for the first time. Ranger defense held and Selkirk came away with a 24-20 road victory Friday, Sept. 16. Selkirk coach Jeremy Link said the Rangers had On Deck: At Odessa-Harrington: Friday, Sept. 23, 3 p.m.
trouble with St. John-Endicott’s passing game in the first half. They gave up a 70-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter. “We brought in a freshman, Zech Curren, and he shut down their tight end,” Link said. The Rangers were still missing the play of their starting quarterback, Jacob Couch, who sprained an ankle a week ago against Pomeroy. Freshman quarterback Jay Link got his first varsity start. “He managed the game well,” Coach Link said. He didn’t give up any turnovers and made a 24-yard See Rangers, 7B
s p o rt s c a l e n d a r Wednesday, Sept. 21
49 Degrees North
Priest River Girls Soccer vs. St. George’s: 4 p.m. - St. George’s
Priest River Girls Soccer vs. Bonners Ferry: 11 a.m. - Bonners Ferry
Thursday, Sept. 22
Newport Cross Country at 49 Degrees North Invite Location: 11:15 a.m. - 49 Degrees North
Newport Girls Soccer vs. Freeman: 4 p.m. - Freeman Selkirk Volleyball vs. Northport: 5:30 p.m. - Selkirk Newport Volleyball vs. Freeman: 6:30 p.m. - Freeman
Cusick Volleyball vs. Columbia: Noon - Columbia Priest River Boys Soccer vs. Bonners Ferry: 1 p.m. Bonners Ferry
Tuesday, Sept. 27
Priest River Volleyball vs. Kellogg: 7 p.m. – Priest River
Newport Girls Soccer vs. Deer Park: 4 p.m. Newport
Friday, Sept. 23
Cusick Volleyball vs. Wellpinit: 5:30 p.m. Wellpinit
Selkirk Football vs. Odessa-Harrington: 3 p.m. - Harrington Newport Football vs. Medical Lake: 7 p.m. Newport Cusick Football vs. Almira/Coulee-Hartline: 7 p .m. - Cusick
Saturday, Sept. 24 Open Gym, Adult Basketball: 7 a.m. - Newport High School Priest River Cross Country at 49 Degrees North Invite Location: 10 a.m. -
Selkirk Volleyball vs. Valley Christian: 5:30 p.m. - Valley Christian Newport Volleyball vs. Deer Park: 6:30 p.m. Newport Priest River Volleyball vs. Bonners Ferry: 7 p.m. Priest River
Wednesday, Sept. 28 Newport Cross Country at Northeast 1A League Meet Location: 4 p.m. Deer Park High School
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