Community mourns coach Jenkin after cancer fight

REARDAN - A former standout athlete from this small town who went on to lead a high school boys basketball program to two state titles died after a long fight with pancreatic cancer, leaving behind a legacy that drew tributes from fans and rivals across the region.

Reece Jenkin, 45, a 1999 Reardan High School graduate, passed away Feb. 27, the same day two of his children combined for 75 points in their opening games at the 2B state tournament.

Jenkin excelled as a multi-sport star in football, basketball and track during his time at Reardan High before playing college basketball at Big Bend C...