Northwest Lacrosse Association President, Chris Manley

In today's episode of the Flathead Valley Sports Haven, I talk with Curtis Jackson, a Strength and Conditioning Coach here in the Flathead Valley.

From his website: Curtis Jackson is a world-class performance coach, Author of Strength Training for Volleyball and the founder and co-owner of Jackson Strength and Performance, where he has spent the last twenty-plus years helping athletes reach the highest levels of physical and mental performance. Over his career, Curtis has trained hundreds of youth, collegiate, professional, and Olympic athletes across a wide range of sports, including baseball, basketball, football, sand and indoor volleyball, martial arts, track and field, and more.

He is especially passionate about teaching youth athletes, helping them understand the importance of caring for their physical and mental health, and showing them that there is always time to train when priorities are aligned.

Above all, Curtis believes that consistent effort leads to extraordinary results. Known for his humility, authenticity, and relentless dedication to growth, he has earned his place as one of the most respected performance coaches in the field.

In the latest edition of the Flathead Valley Sports Haven, I had the pleasure of sitting down with former Whitefish Bulldog and current Montana Western Bulldog, Scotty Dalen.

In the latest episode of the Flathead Valley Sports Haven I sit down with former Whitefish High School Lady Bulldog and current Montana State Track athlete, Hailey Ells.

Today, I had the ultimate pleasure of sitting down with former Major League Baseball player and soon to be coach on the Seattle Mariners staff, Austin Nola.

Austin and I talk about everything from his playing career to him moving to the Flathead Valley and his thoughts on athletics in the area.

Today, I sit down with Head Coah of the Whitefish High School Boys Basketball team, Landon Henderson.

In today's segment I highlight Coach Henderson and his story.

From Fergus County to the Flathead Valley.

Today, hear from Head Coach of the Whitefish High School Girls Basketball team, Bob Bolam. We talk his journey from Washington to Montana and his extensive years of coaching girls basketball.

Joining me in studio for the latest episode of the Flathead Valley Sports Haven is former Montana Tech/Whitefish High School Kicker, Ryder Barinowski.

Star athlete at Whitefish High School (basketball & football)

Starting guard on the 1970 Whitefish Bulldogs basketball team that won the state championship

Earned All-State honors in both basketball and football in high school

Played college baseball (shortstop at Mesa Community College; second base at Gonzaga University)

Recognized among the Outstanding College Athletes of America

Nearly 20 years coaching basketball at Whitefish High School

Led Whitefish basketball to 16 state tournament appearances

Compiled 326 wins (and 123 losses) over 20 seasons coaching basketball at Whitefish High School.

Coached the Whitefish team to the 1990–91 state basketball championship

Instrumental in founding and building the regional baseball program Glacier Twins — positively impacting young athletes and community sports in the Flathead Valley

As coach of Glacier Twins, he amassed a 542–286 record.

Today, I talk with Quarterback of the Glacier High School Football team, Jackson Presley. Presley and the Wolfpack play host to Billings West for the Class "AA" State Championship, Friday night.