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PREP SOCCER: Priest River girls see improvement despite falling to Bonners Ferry

MAX OSWALD | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 years, 11 months AGO
by MAX OSWALD
I grew up in the small town of Orwigsburg, Pa., where I resided all of my life before moving to Sandpoint. I attended Blue Mountain High School, where I participated in cross country and track and field, a sport that I ended up falling in love with. I went on to attend and run for DeSales University (with other brief stints at Susquehanna University and Elizabethtown College) and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in sport communication with a minor in sport management. I remember just how great it made me feel when I was mentioned in my hometown newspaper. I want to be able to give that feeling to every athlete in Bonner County, no matter how big or small their accomplishments are. As an athlete myself, I know how many hours of work are put in on a daily basis, and that hard work deserves to be recognized. It is my goal to cover as much of the Bulldogs, Spartans and Wampus Cats as I can. I want to work with every athlete, parent, coach, administrator and the community to ensure the best stories are published. | October 5, 2023 1:00 AM

Girls Soccer

Bonners Ferry 4, Priest River 0

PRIEST RIVER — Despite a rough first 15 minutes, the Spartans held their own in a 4-0 loss to the Badgers on Wednesday.

“We had a rough first 15 minutes but then began to level out,” assistant coach Nick Tucker said. “Our touch was off, and our defense, who has done very well these past couple games, was just a little off. I’m hoping we can get back on track for another big league game tomorrow.”

On defense, Priest River’s Haley Braae knocked away a countless number of Badger chances. Defender Rebecca Sedbrook and goalkeeper Brooklyn Best also played well against a strong Badger attack; Best racked up 10 saves for the Spartans.

“I think Haley (Braae) should be the defensive player of the year,” Tucker said. “There isn’t a single player in this league who can get by her.”

Tucker also mentioned how freshman Tatum Grebe, in just her sixth game of all-time, has improved tremendously, and that defender Sam Pound played great on the wing.

Bonners Ferry’s Brenly Hymas led the Badgers, scoring two early goals. Maddie Hart contributed two assists while Markynn Pluid came away with a goal and an assist. The Badgers scored all four of their goals in the first half.

Priest River (6-7) hosts Timberlake for senior night today.

Boys Soccer

Bonners Ferry 6, Priest River 0

PRIEST RIVER — Bonners Ferry standout forward Eli Newell scored four goals for the Badgers en route to a 6-0 victory over Priest River on Wednesday.

Senior Jesse Dye and junior Jesse Fess also scored goals on the night for Bonners Ferry.

Priest River (2-10) hosts Timberlake for senior night today.

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