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SPORTS REPORTER, KEEPING SCORE AND BIG SKY NOW PODCAST HOST
Luke Schmit leads the charge on our local and regional sports podcast shows. His coverage includes regional and college athletics connected to Montana and the broader Big Sky Conference. Schmit reports on major games, athletes, and sports trends affecting teams across the region. He also contributes interviews, analysis, and multimedia coverage for digital audiences. His reporting helps readers stay connected to the teams and athletes that shape Montana sports.
IMPACT: Luke’s work brings readers closer to the teams and athletes that define Montana’s sports culture.
ARTICLES BY LUKE SCHMIT
Brothers in stride: Austin and Tamret Savik bonded by sports
The first time Austin Savik met his brother Tamret Savik, it was at an airport.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 6 DAYS, 14 HOURS AGO
Brothers in stride: Austin and Tamret Savik bonded by sports
The first time Austin Savik met his brother Tamret Savik, it was at an airport.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 5 DAYS AGO
Bigfork boys chill the competition at Iceberg Invite
On a chilly Saturday at Mike Nicosia Track and Field Complex, the Bigfork boys and Columbia Falls girls delivered standout performances at the Iceberg Invitational.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 1 WEEK, 6 DAYS AGO
Vikings, Wildkats bring heat at chilly Iceberg
COLUMBIA FALLS — On a chilly Saturday at Mike Nicosia Track and Field Complex, the Bigfork boys and Columbia Falls girls delivered standout performances at the Iceberg Invitational.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 WEEKS, 2 DAYS AGO
Wildcats erupt after early deficit, defeat Vikings
COLUMBIA FALLS — After falling behind in the first inning, Columbia Falls erupted for 12 runs across three innings, rolling to a 15-4 win in a clash between Northwest A foes on Tuesday evening.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 3 WEEKS, 6 DAYS AGO
Bulldogs race past Braves behind explosive start
Whitefish didn’t ease into Friday evening’s matchup against Flathead, scoring nine runs in the first inning to take a commanding lead and never let up in a 16-6 nonconference baseball victory at ABS park.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH AGO
Softball: Young Northwest A teams set for fierce competition
Teams are built on speed, leadership and strong fundamentals, with underclassmen stepping into pivotal roles.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 1 WEEK AGO
Whitefish, Bigfork girls bow out of State A
GREAT FALLS — It wasn’t the result the team wanted at the State A tournament, but the Bigfork girls gained vital minutes of postseason basketball for their programs at the Four Seasons Arena.
BIGFORK EAGLE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 3 WEEKS AGO
Whitefish, Bigfork girls bow out of State A
GREAT FALLS — It wasn’t the results either team wanted at the State A tournament, but the Bigfork and Whitefish girls gained vital minutes of postseason basketball for their programs at the Four Seasons Arena.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 4 WEEKS AGO
Ronan boys exit State A tourney
GREAT FALLS — Ronan’s season ended in heartbreaking fashion, as Butte Central’s Joshua Sutton converted an and-one opportunity with two seconds remaining in the Maroons’ 55-52 win Friday morning at Four Seasons Arena.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 1 MONTH, 4 WEEKS AGO
State A: Ronan boys drop opener to Lockwood Lions
GREAT FALLS — Kolby Finley and the Chiefs gave their all on Thursday morning, but the Blake brothers of Lockwood combined for 42 points, defeating Ronan 65-53 in the first round of the Class A state tournament at the Four Seasons arena.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
State A: Bulldogs, Vals drop first-round games
GREAT FALLS — It was physical and eye-opening, but the young Lady Bulldogs officially have a state tournament game under their belts.
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
Keeping Score: Whitefish girls beat Bigfork in thriller — players and coach react after divisional win
The Whitefish Lady Bulldogs are headed to the Montana Class A State Basketball Tournament after a gritty 39–37 win over Bigfork in the Western A Divisional third-place game in Hamilton!
DAILY INTER-LAKE | UPDATED 2 MONTHS AGO
