Keeping Score
A front-row seat to Northwest Montana high school sports and the Glacier Range Riders, Daily Inter Lake's Keeping Score podcast keeps you up to date on Northwest Montana’s players and coaches who make it happen. Batter up for our exclusive interviews, Poster Player of the Week, and game recaps.
Check out other Daily Inter Lake podcasts! Subscribe to News Now for highlights of a handful of headlines, events, and breaking news for northwest Montana. Deep Dive features conversations with local people, businesses, nonprofits, and agencies related to our community. And Press Play highlights the extraordinary talents of Montana musicians.
Episodes
208 episodes
Glacier Wolfpack's Football Coach Grady Bennett & Senior Will Astle Ready to Finish the Fight
The Glacier Wolfpack are hungry for redemption in 2025, and head coach Grady Bennett and senior Will Astle believe this is the year to finish the job. Bennett shares with Daily Inter Lake reporter Luke Schmit why this senior class is one of the...
•
7:29
Flathead's Coach Mac Roche & QB Eli Coopman Look Forward to the Braves’ New Era
Daily Inter Lake reporter Luke Schmit meets up with Flathead High School's new head coach Mac Roche and senior quarterback Eli Coopman to talk about building a fresh culture, overcoming last year’s struggles, and why “grit” defines this year’s ...
•
8:43
Grand Slam Focus: Interview with Range Rider's TJ Clarkson
Glacier Range Riders slugger TJ Clarkson sits down to talk about his clutch grand slam in Idaho Falls, leading the team in batting average, and the mindset that keeps him consistent at the plate. Whether you’re a die-hard Range Riders fan or ju...
•
4:41
Whitefish Stars Shine: Schwaderer, Conklin & Caton Head to Montana HS All-Star Game
This week’s Poster Players of the Week go to Whitefish standouts Christian Schwaderer, Ryan Conklin, and Avery Cayton. All three athletes have been selected to compete in the first-ever Montana High School All-Star Game at Butte’s 3 Legends Sta...
•
1:58
Andre Cephers Shines in State Tournament | Kalispell Lakers Poster Player of the Week
Kalispell’s own Andre Cephers closed the season with grit and power, earning Poster Player of the Week honors. Hear how he made his mark in the state tournament.
•
2:11
Heartbreaker Ending: Lakers Bow Out & A Host Signs Off
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...
•
5:52
Clutch City: Ostyn Brennan Lifts Lakers to State Berth
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 ...
•
2:03
New Home Run King: Kingston Liniak’s Last Ride with the Glacier Range Riders
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, King...
•
8:52
All-American Honors, Shrine Game Heroes, and Big Weeks on the Diamond
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 D...
•
7:17
Clutch at State: Olivia Warriner Named Spring Poster Player of the Season
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 ...
•
2:08
Browning’s Tahj Wells Rides Back-to-Back to Nationals with MHSA Rodeo Title
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.
•
1:53
Rodeo Champs, Legion Baseball Highlights & Glacier’s Olivia Gibbons Signs to Swim D-II
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 Na...
•
6:41
Breanna Barnes Makes History: Glacier’s First Girls Pole Vault Champion
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.#MontanaSports #TrackAnd...
•
2:03
State Champs & Record Breakers: Spring Sports Glory in Northwest Montana
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, Whitef...
•
11:05
Whitefish Sprinter Rachel Wilmot Blazes to Triple Gold at Divisionals
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 ...
•
2:02
Wildcats, Wolfpack & Wilmot: Big Wins and State Spots in Spring Showdowns
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 tr...
•
11:15
Grand Slam Goodbye: Olivia Nyman Ends Season with Bravette Brilliance
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 w...
•
2:12
Rivalries, Records & Redemption: Valley Teams Set Stage for State
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 cli...
•
10:26
Interview with Glacier Range Riders' Todd Pratt: New yet familiar face
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 advis...
•
11:33
5-for-5: Flathead’s Will Hollensteiner Shatters Records at Archie Roe
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,...
•
2:10
Track Records, Home Run Heat & Baseball Wins: Spring Sports Surge Across the Flathead
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...
•
10:39
Wildkat Power: Onnikka Lawrence Slugs Her Way to Player of the Week
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 Wildkat...
•
2:00
.jpg)
Strikeouts, Sluggers & Season-Best Times: Montana Spring Sports Heat Up
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 Olivi...
•
9:17
Back-to-Back Bombs: Glacier’s Olivia Warriner Powers Past Flathead
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 ...
•
1:53
Grand Slams & Game Winners: Montana High School Softball, Baseball & Track Recap!
This week on Keeping Score, we cover everything heating up across Montana high school sports! From Olivia Warriner’s home run explosion in the crosstown softball clash to Whitefish Baseball’s walk-off thriller and track stars setting PRs, we’ve...
•
11:15
