PREP VOLLEYBALL: Lady Badgers punch ticket to state tourney
MAX OSWALD | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 3 weeks AGO
The Bonners Ferry High volleyball team's seniors were honored for all their effort and hard work on Oct. 14 against Priest River. From left are Natalya Tuma, Alison Williams, Helene Rae, head coach Cynthia Cummings, Kimberly Lucas, Ellie Falck and Rylie Kimball.
(Courtesy Photo)
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 24, 2024 1:00 AM
- Oct. 14
Bonners Ferry 3, Priest River 2
BONNERS FERRY — Senior Helene Rae posted a season-high 32 kills and tied for a team-high 20 digs as the host Lady Badgers bested the visiting Lady Spartans in five sets (23-25, 23-25, 25-23, 25-19, 15-9) on senior night last Monday.
Sophomore Taren Bateman contributed 15 kills and 13 digs, senior Ellie Falck a season-high 55 assists to help boost Bonners Ferry on the offensive end. On defense, senior Rylie Kimball posted 20 digs, seven kills, two blocks, and added two aces at the service line. Senior Kimberly Lucas added 16 digs, two blocks and five kills, sophomore Eva Willis a team-high three blocks for the Lady Badgers in their home finale.
- Oct. 17
Bonners Ferry 3, Timberlake 1
SPIRIT LAKE — In their regular season and 4A Intermountain League finale at Timberlake High, senior Rylie Kimball registered a team-high four total blocks and two aces as the Lady Badgers cruised past the Lady Tigers in four sets (22-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-23) this past Thursday.
Helene Rae had a team-high 20 kills and four aces, sophomore Taren Bateman 16 kills, a block, and a team-high 14 digs. Senior Kimberly Lucas added 12 digs and three blocks while fellow senior Ellie Falck dished out 37 assists and added 13 digs.
- Oct. 21
Bonners Ferry 3, Timberlake 2
BONNERS FERRY — In the opening round of the 4A Intermountain League district tournament at Bonners Ferry High, the Lady Badgers won a five-set thriller (25-23, 25-17, 18-25, 21-25, 15-9) over the Lady Tigers on Monday.
Senior Ellie Flack controlled the offense, dishing out all 45 of the Lady Badgers' assists; she also registered three aces and 14 digs on the night. Senior Helene Rae was once again impressive, digging out 27 attacks, posting a team-high 19 kills, and serving up three aces. Sophomore Taren Bateman added 16 kills, an ace and 20 digs, senior Kimberly Lucas seven kills and 16 digs, senior Rylie Kimball three total blocks and 14 digs for the Lady Badgers.
Due to Bonners Ferry being the top seed and winning the first game of districts, they automatically punched their ticket to the state tournament instead of having to face Timberlake in a best-of-three series.
Bonners Ferry will return to action Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 for the 4A state tournament which will be held at Lake City High in Coeur d'Alene.