Silver Valley Sports: Dec. 22 - 28
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Kellogg High School head wrestling coach Scott Miller (right) shows off the team's third-place trophy from the 2025 state championships with assistant Travis Berti. Miller announced his retirement from coaching in March.
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Bridger Heyn, a fourth grader at Pinehurst Elementary School, recently qualified for the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals in Chicago. Heyn shoots roughly 200 shots per day including a recent practice session at Kellogg High School's Andrews Gymnasium.
Kellogg's Gretah Angle blocks Firth hitter Daisha Sorensen during the opening round of the 3A State Volleyball Tournament.
Kellogg's Gretah Angle blocks Firth hitter Daisha Sorensen during the opening round of the 3A State Volleyball Tournament.
Bridger Heyn, a fourth grader at Pinehurst Elementary School, recently qualified for the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals in Chicago. Heyn shoots roughly 200 shots per day including a recent practice session at Kellogg High School's Andrews Gymnasium.
Wallace's Cooper Miller carries a pile of Genesee defenders during the Miners' 68-66 win over the Bulldogs in the 1A Playoffs on Friday.
Colton Storey (left) squares off with Peter Fabbi of Clearwater Valley during the 113-pound championship match at the 3A State Wrestling Tournament. Storey would win the match by technical fall, 18-3.
KELLOGG GIRLS BASKETBALL
- 12/22
Kellogg 67 St. Maries 25
ST. MARIES — Freshman Gretah Angle scored 19 of her 22 points in the first half as the visiting Wildcats beat the Lumberjacks in Central Idaho League play.
Dani Henrikson added 11 points for Kellogg, which had four players in double figures.
Daisy Williams scored 12 points for St. Maries, which returns to action Jan. 5 at home against Moscow.
Kellogg is off until playing host to Wallace on Jan. 8.
Kellogg 18 21 19 9 — 67
St.Maries 3 7 9 6 — 25
KELLOGG — Philp 4, Schillereff 0, Yrjana 0, Angle 22, Storey 10, Stutzke 10, Henrikson 11, Sorenson 0, Munoz 4, Gloyn 6.
ST. MARIES — Timken 2, Elliott 3, Martin 4, Caldwell 0, Williams 12, Boyett 2, Million 0, Spooner 2, Harvey 0.
ALL STATE VOLLEYBALL
Kellogg Wildcats
Three members of the Kellogg Wildcats were named to the 3A All State Volleyball second team. The team is voted on by coaches throughout Idaho and compiled by the Idaho Statesman.
Sr. Dani Henrikson – middle blocker
Jr. Paige Yrjana – outside hitter
Fr. Gretah Angle – setter/middle blocker/hitter
ALL STATE FOOTBALL
Four members of the Wallace Football Team were named to the 1A All State Football Team. The team is voted on by coaches throughout the state and compiled by the Idaho Statesman.
Soph. Cooper Miller – QB
Jr. Henry Larson – WR
Jr. Reece Williams – DL
Jr. Marley Pearce – LB
Miller accounted for 74 touchdowns all told, passing for 3,073 yards and rushing for 1,536 for the Miners. Larson had 68 receptions for 1,336 yards and 19 TDs. Williams totaled 101 tackles, including 19 tackles-for-loss, nine sacks and three forced fumbles. Pearce had 141 tackles, 25 TFLs, six sacks and 14 quarterback hurries.
TOP SPORTS HEADLINES 2025
5. The Epic Career of Scott Miller (pub. May 27)
By Josh McDonald
Scott Miller’s coaching journey spanned nearly 40 years—beginning as a collegiate assistant in 1986 and including roles at Eastern Washington, Springfield College, Campbell, Syracuse, and Pacific. In 2010, he became head wrestling coach at Kellogg High School, revitalizing the program and leading it to impressive success, including 200 state qualifiers and multiple champions. In March 2025, at age 61, he retired from coaching after a stellar final season but continues as athletic director, championing athlete safety and community engagement alongside his devoted staff.
4. Shooters Gonna Shoot (pub. April 8)
By Josh McDonald
Bridger Heyn, a dedicated 10‑year‑old fourth‑grader from Pinehurst Elementary, qualified for the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals in Chicago after wins at local, district, state and regional levels. He practices at least 200 free throws daily—1,200 weekly—with a personal best of 39 straight and often hitting 96 of 100. Quiet off the court, he becomes energetic when shooting, modeling himself after Jayson Tatum and thriving under pressure
3. Wildcats outlast Firth in five-set thriller (pub. Oct. 30)
By Josh McDonald
Kellogg’s second-seeded Wildcats survived their first five-set match of the season, edging past seventh-seeded Firth 19–25, 25–17, 25–22, 26–24, 15–12 in the opening round of the 3A State Volleyball Tournament at Idaho Falls’ Mountain America Center. After losing the first set, the undersized Wildcats—none taller than 5′‑8″—shifted tempo mid‑match and rallied behind gritty play from captains Paige Yrjana and Dani Henrickson. They sealed the win by storming to an 11–3 lead in the final set, then holding off Firth’s comeback
2. Shootout on the Palouse (Pub. Nov. 11)
By Josh McDonald
Wallace edged Genesee 68–66 in overtime at the 1A State Playoffs thanks to a heroic performance from QB Cooper Miller. The sophomore threw for 394 yards, ran for 100, and tallied nine touchdowns—six passing, two rushing, one receiving. Down late, he hit Henry Larson on two clutch scores, recovered an onside kick, and connected with Gus Scott to force overtime. Marley Pearce sealed the win by stopping a two-point conversion attempt while playing on an injured ankle.
1. Storey of the Year (pub. Mar. 11)
By Josh McDonald
Colton Storey, a 16‑year‑old sophomore at Kellogg High, captured the 3A state wrestling title at 113 pounds in Pocatello, finishing an impressive 48–6 season. A top seed, he advanced through the bracket with calculated poise—including a sudden‑victory semifinal—and dominated the finals with an 18–3 technical fall over Peter Fabbi. Storey credits lifelong coach Travis Berti, his brother Wyatt, and teammate Johnny Stovern for his growth. He’s already eyeing a repeat—or even a three‑peat.
Kellogg's Gretah Angle blocks Firth hitter Daisha Sorensen during the opening round of the 3A State Volleyball Tournament.
Bridger Heyn, a fourth grader at Pinehurst Elementary School, recently qualified for the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals in Chicago. Heyn shoots roughly 200 shots per day including a recent practice session at Kellogg High School's Andrews Gymnasium.
Wallace's Cooper Miller carries a pile of Genesee defenders during the Miners' 68-66 win over the Bulldogs in the 1A Playoffs on Friday.
Colton Storey (left) squares off with Peter Fabbi of Clearwater Valley during the 113-pound championship match at the 3A State Wrestling Tournament. Storey would win the match by technical fall, 18-3.