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  • Runners ready for state meet after conference competition

    Max Poelker|Oct 21, 2021

    On a chilly 42-degree day at River's Bend Golf Course in Thompson Falls, cross country runners from Plains, Hot Springs, Thompson Falls and 13 other teams competed in the conference championship. With the sun tucked behind the clouds and the course in prime condition, the circumstances were perfect for long distance running according to Thompson Falls head coach Sarah Naegeli. With the perfect conditions and a season's worth of training under their belt, runners from each school performed...

  • Lady Hawks rally for win on senior night

    Max Poelker|Oct 21, 2021

    Last Thursday's volleyball game between Thompson Falls and Mission was filled with emotion as the Blue Hawks honored their seniors during their senior night celebration. The athletes were given bouquets of flowers and recognized one by one as they were surrounded by their friends and family members. Adding another layer of emotion, Thompson Falls players and fans were decked out in pink to honor those who have been affected by breast cancer and to raise awareness for the ongoing fight against...

  • Trotters stay competitive

    Max Poelker|Oct 21, 2021

    Heading into last Tuesday's matchup against Anaconda, Coach Jesse Butcher's Plains Trotters were facing an uphill battle due to four missing varsity players, an issue that has been an unfortunate theme this season. While the Trotters battled admirably, they fell in three sets (10-25, 9-25, 18-25). Coach Butcher was proud of the way her team fought despite the loss. "They definitely didn't disappoint. I expected it to be glitchy but we were able to get our feet on the ground as the game went...

  • Hawks step up for rivalry win

    Max Poelker|Oct 21, 2021

    The Thompson Falls Blue Hawks continued their special season Saturday in Plains with a 61-6 victory against coach Ryan Hart’s Horsemen. Thompson Falls jumped out to a 33-0 lead in the first quarter courtesy of their defense and special teams units. The Blue Hawk defense contributed two interceptions returned for touchdowns by juniors Joshua Wilhite (63 yards) and Elijah Ratliff (21 yards), while junior Breck Ferris brought a punt back for a 40-yard touchdown. The vaunted Thompson Falls r...

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