Smith, a former Virginia Tech player and University of Virginia assistant coach with head coaching experience at three state high schools, was announced this week as the seventh head coach at Jamestown in the past 10 years. "He has a great understanding of the game and a good understanding of what it means to be a good teammate. Blue Jays Roundup: Boys basketball can't hold out against Minot, Bre Oettle pushes Jays through to final day of WDA tournament, Blue Jays esports team settling into inaugural season, 'Heart and toughness' earn Blue Jays a spot in WDA semifinals, Freshman leads top-ranked Thompson to opening round win in state Class B tournament. From (Tabbs) Charlie Hovis (who won three state titles) to Paul Wheelers and Andy Linns teams at Lafayette, theres a great history.. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. Jamestown, ND 58401 The records from eight years ago, boast undefeated records for the young Loboes. The Eagles have won just 13 games in the past eight seasons, but will, at a minimum, get a jot of enthusiasm from Lambin. Wally Huckno arrived in Jamestown in 1962, and spent 20 years . The defense also got a sack of Saints' quarterback Nick Schumacher that resulted in the Jays, once again, gunning for a team goal. Mewes' one 19-yard reception was all Blue Jay fans saw from him on offense but on defense, there was no stopping the kid. Jamestown finished 2-3 in the truncated spring season as participation numbers increased to more than 50 and the team fielded its most competitive defense in years. Eagles athletic director Ken Edwards said that Scott Lambin, an assistant with the football program the past two seasons, will serve as interim head coach for the 2022 season. Jamestown, ND 58401 She can be reached by email at kringer@jamestownsun.com or by phone at 701-952-8460. "We were still doing it during playoffs and there were so many people coming up and wishing us luck," he said. Mark Johnson Jr., 34, is being charged with two counts Trey Drake committed to North Dakota State University's football program, becoming the first Jamestown football player to go Division I since Steve Carlson went to Princeton in 2015. We share a lot of kids between football and wrestling. Lambin is the latest in a revolving door of eight head coaches at Jamestown in the past 10 years. Preston Kroeber, Devin Beach, Luke Van Berkom, Chanse Grenz and Adam Kallenbach are all slated to suit up for Lloyd and the Blue Jay basketball team this season. Donate to Jamestown Football; Jamestown High School Football Coaching Staff. "There are days that not everybody agrees and you agree to disagree because it's all about what is best for the kids. Colton Mewes excited and ready 'for a great journey' at UJ, Blue Jays esports team settling into inaugural season, Blue Jays Roundup: Boys basketball can't hold out against Minot. "Coach (Larry) Eslick used to be the head freshmen coach and he and I still work closely together. "I knew I could see myself in the orange and black ever since I went on my junior day visit and getting to meet the coaches and see how passionate they are made me want it even more," Mewes said. The melding hasn't always come easy for a staff that averages 15 years of experience per coach. "When they were eighth graders, I think they lost one game. Once the football season is over, fans will see Nelson and some others of the Blue Jay staff crowd the stands at the Jays' basketball, wrestling and hockey games. Nelson and the Jays went 10-2 and 4-0 in the Class A 11-man standings en route to their first outright state championship since 1937. Football numbers have plummeted to the point that Jamestown, the second-largest of 10 Bay Rivers District schools, has not fielded a junior-varsity team for years. Wide receiver James Douglas . He accounted for two of the team's 21 sacks and was the only member of the team to pick up a safety. Jamestown's Trey Drake commits to North Dakota State, thanks father for Beginning last fall, Nelson required each team member to work two 4 1/2-hour shifts at the pumpkin patch. While football has struggled at Jamestown, basketball has generally thrived of late. "We, collectively as a group, have a lot of experience," JHS head football coach Bill Nelson said. Xavier Brown, Chris Browns son, signed recently with James Madison after leading the area with a 28.6 scoring average. Jamestown High School 1509 Tenth Street NE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-952-4003 Fax 701-252-8580 Attendance Clerk 701-952-4001 JHS-The BJA 1509 Tenth Street NE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-251-1891 James Valley CTC 910 Twelfth Avenue NE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-252-8841 Fax 701-252-3646 Transition Program 1312 Tenth Street NE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-952-4200 Many hands make light work.". Through the 2022 state semifinals, Mewes was the Jays' second-leading tackler. "They did it with such so much enthusiasm and made moving a very fun experience. Phil Kroeber began his coaching career at Grand Forks Central, but has been at Jamestown for the majority of his 27 years. Prior to last week against Dickinson, the line had only allowed for 619 rushing yards all season. It's always what is more important on the front of the jersey than what is on the back. "What's unique about coaching is that you have the ability to help student-athletes achieve their goals or achieve more than what they think they are capable of," Marty said. On the defensive side of the ball, you need that edge. Other times, the kids are provided with a meal at the end of a workday. After Roaldson finished congratulating the team on its season, he turned the event over to Blue Jay head coach Bill Nelson who went on to introduce each member of the 2022 Blue Jay team. Katie joined the Sun staff in the summer of 2019 after graduating from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire with a degree in journalism. Wally retired as the winningest coach in Jamestown gridiron history with a sparkling record of 159-47-1. Will Terry Smith be the man to slow it? Jackson Walters, Ethan Gall, Preston Gall and Payton Hochhalter also committed to the program late last year. Colton Mewes excited and ready 'for a great journey' at UJ, Blue Jays Roundup: Boys basketball can't hold out against Minot, Blue Jays esports team settling into inaugural season, Bre Oettle pushes Jays through to final day of WDA tournament, 'Heart and toughness' earn Blue Jays a spot in WDA semifinals. Still, by practicing what they've been preaching, Nelson said mistakes are quickly admitted and changes are made for the benefit of the team -- players and coaches alike. "We're all put here for a reason and you might as well make good on it.". Katie joined the Sun staff in the summer of 2019 after graduating from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire with a degree in journalism. 4 but was able to come back for all three playoff games. The Official 2022 Football Roster of University of Jamestown Athletics. "I have always enjoyed how the community comes out and supports teams even if the weather is bad," Mewes said. The line has allowed Payton time to pass for more than 1,300 yards this season. "Payton's been dragged along to a lot of different sporting events in his day," Marty said. The momentum carried over into the postseason with a pair of wins over Grand Forks Central and Red River to land the Jays in the championship game for the second time in two years. The Loboes went 12-0 this season. "We got what we expected from a good Cavalier football team," DelaBarre said. That makes my life a lot easier. They always worked really well together. Coach Jared Schwanz moved to be the Blue Jays' defensive line coach four years ago while Coach Tyler Shrenk has been monitoring the outside linebackers for five or six years. "Sunday night I was still kind of stewing and so I sent out a text to our leadership council and told them we were going to have a meeting.". If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. Football / The Red Raiders - Jamestown Public Schools / Homepage "We'd like to thank all of the younger guys for buying into what we were trying to do," Hochhalter. The Jamestown Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The Loboes aren't the only ones with the team-first, nose-to-the-grindstone mentality, 58.4 miles north, Nelson has been preaching brotherhood and team success to the Blue Jays for the last seven years. Jamestown came to CSUSB after spending two seasons at Western Oregon as an assistant on their staff. Payton has had plenty of practice when it comes to cultivating and developing his abilities as a team member since he has not only played sports from the time he was five years old but he's also watched others and has seen what it took for them to succeed. It was a great opportunity to be close to home and coach my son, the last of my children, in his final year of high school as he prepared for college.. Turnage coached at Jamestown High School from 2007 to 2011, posting a record of 26-25. Ht. Coach Kroeber did one a couple of years ago where they loaded a huge amount of shoes into a U-Haul. Coach Matt Stockert has been the Jays' freshman coach for the last few years while also overseeing the varsity running backs. "I could give you name after name of kids who have jumped in saying, 'Coach, I can help you!' "One of the greatest things that happened on Friday afternoon was -- we were up 27-20 and it was early fourth quarter and Aden (Braun) got a strip-sack. Hochhalter was responsible for 296 of the Jays' passing yards. "Sports have always been a part of our lives," said Jamestown High School assistant football coach, Marty Hochhalter. We really don't care who gets all the glory as long as our team is winning. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. 1509 Tenth Street NE Jamestown, ND 58401 701-251-1891. Knowledge of KHSAA rules governing football. Colton Mewes excited and ready 'for a great journey' at UJ, Blue Jays esports team settling into inaugural season, Blue Jays Roundup: Boys basketball can't hold out against Minot. The revolving door that is the Jamestown High football head coaching job continues to spin.