Thanks from the sports desk
Let me begin by saying Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I hope that you are all staying warm and are enjoying the holiday in whatever way pleases you most.
As one of my favorite sports days of the year kick off I have some items that I wish to say my thanks for. Reader Opinion: What are you thankful for in the sports world, in the area or at home? (more…)
Bring on “The Game!”
Regardless of the outcome, I am really, really, really looking forward to this game. There is a reason that #1 and #2 are squaring off and it will be fun to watch! (more…)
David vs Goliath; Panthers look to upset Grizzlies
I know that I am going to take some hits on this prediction but really, can I pick against the home team? (more…)
Van Orden signs with Southern Utah
THOMAS — After leading her team to the 3A state volleyball championship Eden Van Orden signed a letter of intent on Tuesday, committing to play for the Thunderbirds of Southern Utah University in Cedar City Utah.
“I chose to go to Souther Utah because I like the coaches there,” Van Orden said. “They really push you to be your best both on and off the court.”
“They have been on my list since my sophomore year but Idaho State offered me a scholarship and I really wanted to go to ISU because it was close to home,” Van Orden continued. “When I went on my recruiting trip to ISU the feeling just wasn’t right though and when I went to Southern Utah it just felt right to me, even though it’s 6 hours away from home I really felt that it was were I was supposed to be.”
Fans who have enjoyed watching Van Orden over the past four years of her stellar prep career will get plenty of opportunities to see her, despite the 6 hour drive to Cedar City as Southern Utah will join the Big Sky Conference.
Thunderbird head coach Debby Baker is thrilled to steal a recruit with the talents of Van Orden out of the soon to be conference rival Idaho State Bengals back yard.
“Eden is a great athlete and I love how hard she works and the passion that she plays with,” coach Baker said. “Her personality and work ehtic are going to have a huge impact in our gym. Eden is raw in terms of experience but I think after a season she is going to be a big contributor to the team. I see her competing for a starting spot her freshman year.”
Van Orden will be joining a team that is 15-14 on the current season and will be graduating 4 seniors from this seasons roster.
“I’m glad that I chose Southern Utah and I am excited about being a part of that program.” Van Orden concluded.
Big week ahead!
Hey ya’ll. Just thought that I would give you a heads up of whats going down this week. First in girls basketball, Raimee Beck and the Air Force Lady Falcons will be in Reed gym Thursday night to take on the Lady Bengals. It will be great to see the former Blackfoot prep star play live and in person again. I hope that the gym is filled to support our favorite daughters return to the area.
Oh, and there are a couple of state championship football games on Saturday. I’ll say it here first. After watching Bishop Kelly live and in person on Saturday….. They may be the best team I’ve seen all year. It will be a test for the Broncos to be sure and Snake Rivers opponent… Well Fruitland has shown no weaknesses in the 3A ranks.
I would love to make my pick right now but I will hold out forlater in the week. READER OPINION: HELP ME OUT WITH MY PICKS THIS WEEK. GIVE ME YOUR ARGUMENTS FOR WHO WILL WIN THE 3A AND 4A STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS.
Fearless semi-finals predictions!
Ok folks, it’s semi-final time and we still have 3 of the 5 Bingham County schools in the playoffs. After compiling a 8-1 record on my fearless predictions over the past two weeks I once again stick my neck out and make my bold predictions on this weekends games. READER OPINION: WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE PLAYOFFS SO FAR AND WHO DO YOU THINK WILL ULTIMATELY BRING HOME THE BLUE TROPHY? (more…)
Quarterfinal football fearless predictions!
The quarterfinals of the state football championships kick off this evening and once again, I stick my neck out and make my fearless predictions for this weeks games. Last week I was a perfect 5-0 in my predictions. READER OPINION: What are your predictions for this weeks games and why? (more…)
Final prep football poll!
Here it is gang. The final prep football poll of the season for your viewing and discussion. READER OPINION: The final polls suggest the final standings of the year. What do you think? Will the top ranked teams emerge triumphant in the state playoffs or will a lower ranked team reign supreme?? (more…)
