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ODESSA - The Tigers varsity volleyball team fell to the Wilbur-Creston-Keller Wildcats in a three-set sweep Tuesday night at Odessa High School. The Wildcats dominated the varsity match with scores of 25-17, 25-8, 25-23. Meanwhile, the junior-varsity squad secured a narrow victory. The Tigers JV team edged out a 25-23 win. The Wildcats varsity squad leaned on standout performances from sophomore Sina Nelson, who led with 15 kills and four blocks, and senior Callie Cousins,...
REARDAN - Reardan overwhelmed Lind-Ritzville, 35-0, in a Northeast 2B football game Friday night at Joe Johnson Stadium The Screaming Eagles set the tone early, with Brody Jones scoring on a 17-yard run at 4:25 in the first quarter, followed by a 16-yard touchdown run by Hunter Flaa at 11:10. For Reardan, Carter Ray converted both extra-point kicks, giving Reardan a 14-0 lead after the first quarter. The Broncos wouldn't get on the scoreboard the entire night. In the fourth...
CHEWELAH — Runners delivered standout performances at the Northeast 2B league cross-country meets, with Davenport leading the charge in 49 Degrees North, hosted by Jenkins High School. The boys varsity team secured third place with 72 points. Kyler Davenport led the Gorillas, placing 12th in the 5,000 meters (22:18.90), followed by Jackson Guhlke (19th, 23:21.90), Alex Wesselius (20th, 23:22.70), Solomon Holmberg (21st, 23:27.40), and Wayland Holmberg (25th, 24:03.50). In girls varsity, Charlotte Soliday earned third (...
COLFAX — Runners showcased their grit at the Northeast 2B League- South meet at Colfax Golf Course, with Reardan and Lind-Ritzville/Sprague delivering solid performances across multiple divisions. Reardan’s boys varsity team finished sixth with 154 points, led by Simon Sobotta in 26th (18:35.94), followed by Remington Robson (34th, 19:23.84) and Carmelo Green (36th, 19:26.74). In the boys middle school 1.5-mile race, Reardan was third with 62 points, Kellan Lassman paced the Screaming Eagles in fifth (10:02.40) followed by...
DAVENPORT - The 2025 Lincoln NFL Flag Football season kicked off Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Davenport football field. The coed league, for players ages 5 to 12 from Lincoln County communities including Davenport, Ritzville, Harrington, and Odessa, features teams named after NFL franchises, such as the Davenport Seahawks and Ritzville Steelers. The kindergarten-through-first-grade division played first on Saturday, with games emphasizing teamwork, speed, and non-contact...
The Seattle Mariners’ surge this season has ignited a fire in me that I haven’t felt since my childhood days at the Kingdome, cheering for Ken Griffey Jr. and Randy Johnson. Those were magical times. As a kid, I’d trek to the concrete dome in Seattle, eyes wide as Griffey — “The Kid” himself — smashed towering home runs into the upper deck. Johnson, the towering lefty known as “The Big Unit,” would mow down hitters with his blistering fastball and that signature slider. The Mariners of the 1990s weren’t just a team; they w...
DAVENPORT - The Gorillas volleyball team swept the Medical Lake Cardinals in a commanding performance on Tuesday, Sept. 23, securing a straight-set victory with scores of 25-16, 25-13, and 26-24 at Davenport High School. The Gorillas set the tone early, scoring the first point of the opening set, while the third set delivered a thrilling finish as both teams battled to the end. The Gorillas showcased balanced offensive and defensive play. Senior Naomi Rainwater led with 24...
CHEWELAH - The Screaming Eagles unleashed a powerful ground game and a suffocating defense to secure a 44-6 victory over the Chewelah Cougars in a Northeast 2B League football game Friday night, Sept. 19. Reardan (3-0) surged to a 24-0 lead in the first quarter and maintained control throughout, piling up 377 yards rushing while holding Chewelah (1-2) to just four first downs. The Screaming Eagles' defense forced two interceptions, one by senior quarterback Hunter Flaa and...
DAVENPORT - The varsity Gorillas swept the Newport Grizzlies in a commanding volleyball performance Thursday night, securing a straight-set victory with scores of 25-14, 25-15, and 25-16. The Gorillas showcased a balanced attack, led by senior Astraya Sosa, who recorded 24 assists, 10 serves, three digs, and two kills. Senior Naomi Rainwater contributed 21 kills, four serves, two blocks, and three digs, while senior Chloe Hammond added 19 kills, seven serves, seven digs, and...
DAVENPORT - A man was arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Sept. 23, on one count of vehicular assault while under the influence, according to court documents. Dean Robert Swanson, 64, of Lincoln, appeared before Superior Court Judge Adam Walser, with state prosecutor Bruce Cox. Swanson, found indigent, was appointed public defender David Hearrean and entered a not guilty plea. Cox recommended release conditions, including a $25,000 bond, down from an...
DAVENPORT — A man accused of two counts of first-degree rape was arrested in Reardan and arraigned in Lincoln County Superior Court on Tuesday, Sept. 23, according to court documents. William Zackary Carroll, 33, of Spokane, was arrested on Broadway Avenue in Reardan on Sept. 18, court records show. During the arraignment, Superior Court Judge Adam Walser ordered pretrial restraints and appointed Dave Hearrean as Carroll’s public defender, as Carroll appeared while incarcerated. State prosecutor Bruce Cox recommended mai...
ODESSA - The Varsity Tigers delivered a commanding 38-6 victory over the Oroville Hornets in the annual Sausage Bowl on Friday, Sept. 19, at home, with the game cut short by a forfeit in the third quarter. The matchup showcased a dominant performance by the Tigers, who asserted their control early and never relinquished it, thrilling a home crowd eager to see their team shine in this traditional rivalry. The Tigers' offense was a force, amassing 313 yards passing and 127...
ODESSA — The Tigers volleyball team outlasted the Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame Knights in a thrilling five-set match on Sept. 23 at Odessa High School, winning 25-9, 25-14, 14-25, 18-25, 15-12. The Tigers dominated early but faced a fierce Chesterton comeback before clinching the match in a tense fifth set. Freshman Aubree Iverson anchored the defense with steady serve receive, while junior Leah Claassen brought relentless energy. Leah Iverson added four aces and three assists, and junior Jordyn Lewis led with 22 assists,...
EDWALL - In a thrilling display of resilience and teamwork, the Christian Heritage High School Patriots outlasted the Kootenai High School Thunder in a four-set volleyball battle on Thursday, Sept. 11, with scores of 25-14, 14-25, 26-24, and 25-11. The Patriots dominated the first set, led by an eight-point serving run from sophomore Seyler Lacy. Kootenai responded in the second set, securing a 25-14 victory. The third set was tightly contested, with junior Maiyah Miller...
REARDAN - The Reardan Screaming Eagles volleyball team swept the Medical Lake Cardinals 3-0 in a home match on Saturday, Sept. 13. The scores were 25-21, 25-16, and 25-22. Junior outside hitter Emersen Sprecker recorded six kills and six digs, freshman outside hitter/middle blocker Hadley Landreth had 10 digs, freshman middle blocker/outside hitter Kenzie Whitman notched three blocks, and junior middle blocker/opposite hitter Tenice Waters contributed significantly in the...
DAVENPORT - The varsity Gorillas girls volleyball team swept the St. George's Dragons in three sets on Tuesday, showcasing dominant play in their home opener. The Gorillas won 25-16, 25-10, and 25-13, fueled by strong serving and defensive efforts before a lively home crowd. Senior McCall Knopp led Davenport with 21 serves, three aces, one kill, and two blocks. Senior Astraya Sosa contributed 11 serves, three aces, and 17 saves, while senior Faith Bell added 10 serves, one ace...
SPOKANE — Reardan and Davenport runners competed at the Shadle Park cross-country invitational, delivering strong performances across multiple divisions on Sept. 13 at Shadle Park. In the boys’ 1-mile middle school race, Reardan placed 10th with 113 points. Kellan Lassman led Reardan with a 43rd-place finish in 6:47.53, followed by Benjamin Graham (51st, 7:00.85), Ewan Stiles (53rd, 7:05.17), Kaleb Oxstien (58th, 7:09.08), Erik O’Rourke (63rd, 7:20.91), Gunnar McCain (68th, 7:27.88), Wyatt Kelley (69th, 7:36.87), Enzo Rodri...
As the 2025-26 cross-country season begins, I’ve been reflecting on the heart and hustle of the Northeast 2B League, where the Reardan Screaming Eagles and Davenport Gorillas are charging toward another grueling yet thrilling year. Talking with Coaches Tyler Smedley of Reardan and Brian Telford of Davenport, I’m reminded why this sport captivates me. It’s not just about the finish line; it’s about growth, grit, and the small-town spirit that lifts these runners up. At Reardan, Smedley leads a young squad bursting with po...
DAVENPORT - The Gorillas delivered a commanding 8-0 victory over the Chesterton Academy Knights in a soccer match on Tuesday, Sept. 16, showcasing their prowess on home turf under clear skies. The game, played at Davenport's home field, marked a significant early-season statement for the Gorillas as they continue to refine their lineup. Glenna Soliday emerged as the star of the match, scoring five goals at the 10:20, 22:10, 24:10, 27:20, and 42:30 marks, demonstrating her...
REARDAN - The Screaming Eagles dominated the Lake Roosevelt Raiders 46-20 in a varsity football game Friday night at Joe Johnson Field, showcasing a powerful rushing attack and a stingy defense. Reardan (2-0) jumped out to a 6-6 tie after the first quarter, then exploded for 20 points in the second and third quarters to lead 46-12 heading into the final period. Lake Roosevelt (1-1) managed a late touchdown but could not close the gap. Sophomore Treyson Singleton led Reardan's...
DAVENPORT - Davenport volleyball opened the 2025-26 league season with a 3-0 sweep against Kettle Falls on Saturday, Sept. 6, at home, winning all three sets 25-19, 25-5, and 25-11. The junior varsity team also went 5-0 in their matchup. Senior Naomi Rainwater led with 16 kills, senior Faith Bell had 16 assists, senior Astraya Sosa recorded 12 aces, junior Tatum Hupp notched 10 digs, and senior McCall Knopp and sophomore Sophia Denison each had one block. Head coach Jill...
REARDAN - The Newport Grizzlies edged the Reardan Screaming Eagles 3-2 in a five-set volleyball match Tuesday, Sept. 9, clinching victory after a Reardan rotation error ended the fifth set at 14-13. Reardan took the first set 26-24 and dominated the second 25-16. Newport fought back, winning the third 25-23 and the fourth 25-20. The fifth set at 13-14, concluded abruptly when Reardan was penalized for being out of rotation. Newport's junior setter Kenna Arthur led with 17...
ODESSA — The Odessa Tigers crushed Curlew 56-6 in their season opener Friday night at home, delivering a dominant second-half performance despite tough heat conditions. The game began slowly for both teams in the first quarter, but the Tigers gained momentum in the second, pulling away decisively. Quarterback Kolter Watson threw for 133 yards and a touchdown, while rushing for 62 yards and two scores, totaling four points. Aiden Villane stood out with 112 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 10 carries, adding eight points. L...
DAVENPORT - The Inchelium Hornets defeated the Davenport Gorillas 46-26 in a non-conference varsity football game Friday, Sept. 5, at the Davenport Gorillas football field. Inchelium's passing game overwhelmed Davenport, with quarterback Derek Perez and wide receiver Gade Stenbar connecting for two touchdowns. The Hornets used their speed to exploit gaps in the Gorillas' defense. Davenport relied on a strong rushing attack, highlighted by a 70-yard touchdown run from sophomore...
REARDAN — Reardan’s Screaming Eagles defeated Brewster 30-14 on Friday night, leaning on a strong rushing attack and a stout defense to secure the victory. Reardan (1-0) rushed for 215 yards, led by Brody Jones with 87 yards and a touchdown on eight carries. Blake Wynecoop added 71 yards and a touchdown on eight carries, while Treyson Singleton contributed 37 yards on 12 carries. Quarterback Hunter Flaa completed 6 of 10 passes for 78 yards and a touchdown, connecting with Wynecoop for a 23-yard score. Wynecoop also had four...
