Keeping Score

In Daily Inter Lake reporter Josh Amick's farewell episode of the Keeping Score podcast, he recaps the Kalispell AA Lakers’ tough run at the State AA American Legion Baseball Tournament. Despite standout pitching performances and close matchups — including a walk-off loss to the Billings Royals — the Lakers finish an impressive 38-21 season.

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Kalispell’s Ostyn Brennan delivered when it mattered most — earning this week’s Poster Player of the Week. In a high-stakes weekend series against the Lethbridge Elks, Brennan's two-out, walk-off double and go-ahead RBI sealed the deal for the AA Lakers. Kalispell swept the three-game set, punching their ticket to the upcoming American Legion State Tournament. 

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Kingston Liniak, a fan favorite with the Glacier Range Riders, opens up about breaking the team’s home run record, finding rhythm on and off the field, and why Montana feels like home. As he prepares for what might be his last season here, Kingston shares insights into what it takes to build team chemistry, play with purpose, and savor every moment on the diamond. 

In Season 3 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, we explore the...

This week on Keeping Score, reporter Josh Amick spotlights Flathead’s William Hollensteiner, who added All-American status to his standout season with a dominant showing at Nike Outdoor Nationals. Plus, Glacier’s Owen Thiel, Whitefish’s Simon Douglas, and other local athletes post impressive results in elite track competition.

We also recap a packed week on the baseball diamond: the Kalispell Lakers AA and A teams, Libby L...

This week on Keeping Score, we spotlight Olivia Warriner of the Glacier Wolfpack, your Spring Poster Player of the Season. Warriner delivered one of the most dominant seasons in Montana Class AA softball — finishing second in the state in both home runs (10) and RBIs (46), while also scoring 34 runs. But it was her jaw-dropping performance at the state tournament that truly defined her season.

With two walk-off singles, th...

Tahj Wells of Browning dominated the MHSA Rodeo Finals with a 107.5-point performance — now he’s heading to Nationals in Wyoming. Hear more about his standout ride on this week’s Keeping Score recap.

In Season 3 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, we explore the devastating fire that struck the small town of Noxon, Montana. By the end of the day on February 27, 2024, three-quarters of the town’s business community were wiped o...

This week on Keeping Score, reporter Josh Amick recaps a high-stakes week for Montana’s student-athletes. At the Montana High School Rodeo Finals, standout performers like Tahj Wells, Randon Boyce, and Isabella Moran punched their tickets to Nationals with top finishes at Majestic Valley Arena.

We also check in on the Kalispell Lakers’ Legion baseball season, with standout pitching from Bryce Buckmaster, and recap how the ...

Breanna Barnes soared to new heights at the state finals — literally — clearing 11-6 to win Glacier’s first-ever girls pole vault title. Hear how she made school history for this week’s Poster Player of the Week.

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In this episode of Keeping Score, Daily Inter Lake reporter Josh Amick recaps all the highlights from Montana’s spring sports state tournaments: track & field, softball, baseball, and tennis. Hear how athletes from Flathead, Glacier, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls closed their seasons with championships, personal bests, and unforgettable performances. 

Flathead’s Gabe Hollensteiner shattered a state track record, Glacie...

This week on Keeping Score, we spotlight Whitefish track star Rachel Wilmot, your Poster Player of the Week. At the Western A divisional meet, Wilmot sprinted to three individual titles in the 100, 200, and 400 meters — clocking a 25.31 in the 200, just shy of a program record.

As she heads to state with a shot at multiple titles, we look at her standout season, rising momentum, and how her times stack up against Montana’s...

This week on Keeping Score, it’s all about postseason pushes and standout performances across Northwest Montana. The Columbia Falls Wildcats keep rolling with a 12-game win streak heading into the state tournament, while Whitefish tennis and track stars dominate their divisions with titles and top seeds. Glacier's softball and tennis teams head to state with momentum, and Flathead’s William Hollensteiner continues to shine wit...

Olivia Nyman crushed a grand slam, smashed another home run, and powered her team to back-to-back wins in dramatic fashion. Despite Flathead falling short of the postseason, Nyman closed out the season in unforgettable style, earning her this week's Poster Player of the Week honors. 

In Season 3 of Daily Inter Lake's Deep Dive podcast, we explore the devastating fire that struck the small town of Noxon, Montana. By the end of ...

This week on Keeping Score, host Josh Amick recaps a week full of high-stakes matchups, stunning shutouts, and season-defining performances in Northwest Montana high school sports. Glacier dominates crosstown tennis, Columbia Falls baseball clinches the North Conference, and Whitefish girls tennis finishes their season perfect. Meanwhile, the Flathead Bravettes go out swinging in softball, the Kalispell Lakers rebound strong, and a...

Join us on this special episode of the Keeping Score podcast as reporter Josh Amick sits down with Todd Pratt, the new manager of the Glacier Range Riders. With 14 years of MLB experience, Todd shares his insights on transitioning from an advisory role to managing a team in the Pioneer Baseball League. Discover how Todd's leadership and life skills are shaping the future of young players and hear about his personal journey mov...

This week's Poster Player of the Week goes to Flathead Braves track and field standout Will Hollensteiner for his unforgettable performance at the Archie Roe meet. Hollensteiner went a perfect 5-for-5, taking wins in the long jump, triple jump, both sprint relays, and setting a Class AA-best in the 400 meters with a meet record time of 48.10 seconds, breaking a 20-year-old mark.

From dominant field events to record-br...

This week on Keeping Score, Northwest Montana athletes are breaking records and stacking up wins. Flathead’s Will Hollensteiner delivers a historic 5-for-5 performance at the Archie Roe meet, setting a Class AA-best in the 400 and helping break relay records. Glacier’s Olivia Warriner continues her home run tear in softball, while Columbia Falls’ Katie Bulawsky tosses a perfect three-inning shutout.

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This week on Keeping Score, we highlight the dominant performance of Columbia Falls’ Onnikka Lawrence, our Poster Player of the Week. Lawrence launched two home runs, drove in eight RBIs, and totaled eight hits and 10 runs scored as the Wildkats went 4-1 across a packed schedule — including a clutch win over Flathead and a standout showing at the Frenchtown Invitational.

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This week on Keeping Score, sports reporter Josh Amick highlights some of the most dominant performances across Northwest Montana high school sports. Columbia Falls pitcher Jett Pitts fans 15 in a complete game shutout, Glacier softball’s Olivia Warriner racks up wins at the plate and on the mound, and Whitefish baseball explodes for 21 runs in a monster win.

We also cover dramatic crosstown softball battles, top times on ...

Olivia Warriner, the Glacier Wolfpack softball standout put on a jaw-dropping performance in a crosstown rivalry game against Flathead. Olivia crushed two home runs in a single inning, racking up four RBIs and helping Glacier secure a dominant 15-1 victory. She kept the momentum going with another RBI during the Crossover showcase as the Wolfpack picked up two more wins.

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