As an AD, one of the biggest challenges is understanding what athletes and parents truly want. Everyone says they want to win, but too often the communication I receive is centered around why practice is being missed, why workouts can’t happen, or why the commitment isn’t possible. Winning is rarely about what happens on game day, it’s built in the unseen hours of preparation, consistency, and sacrifice. You cannot claim to want success while consistently avoiding the work required to achieve it. Too often, “we want to win” really means “we want the rewards of winning without the discomfort of earning it.” When that gap exists, the blame often shifts to the coach instead of the habits. Great programs are built when athletes, parents, and coaches all align in understanding that commitment comes before results. Wanting to win and being willing to do what it takes to win are two very different things.

Girls Basketball MCC Players and Coach of the Year Winter 2026!

Winter 2025-2026 All Conference Awards!

Boys and Girls Basketball Headed To Tacoma!

I am not ashamed of my journey. My life will be a testimony. But if I could offer a word of advice to any freshman, sophomore or junior athlete in high school it would be to just listen bro. All them adults in your life not just talking to talk. They been here longer. They done bumped they head already. They trying to save you from doing the same thing. Do not make the mistake of thinking your talent alone is enough. It’s not. Talent open doors. Character and grades keep you there. And if you already messed up, if your GPA not where it should be, if your name been in rooms for the wrong reasons… don’t quit. Keep digging. You can climb out the hole the same way you dug it. Class of 29, 28 and 27 hear me. Take your grades serious.
Choose who you hang around wisely.
Protect your name. Word spreads fast if you a crash out.
Respect authority. Nobody riding for you like your parents and coaches.
Work hard when nobody clapping. Do not wait until senior year to lock in. That GPA do not lie. I’m still figuring it out myself. I’m struggling but I know God got me. Be intentional.
Lock in early. Pray. Show up ready to work. I’m learning the hard way that my future is being built in the small decisions I make today. Start now.

This is still by far the best National Anthem performance to date. Yes, even better than Whitney Houston's version.

Blessed!

Girls Basketball Back to Back MCC Champions!

Shoutout @coachbradycrane for the graphic! @psuviksFB

COMMITTED! #AGTG✝️ I’d like to thank my family, coaches, teammates and the entire coaching staff at Portland State for believing in me. #GoVikings @psuviksFB @CoachFisk @CoachMazotti @coachmattadkins @coachKastens @CoachPatBelony @CoachGallatin @coachbradycrane

Blessed to be named first team 4A Washington All-State. @chiawanafb @CoachSBOND @WSFCA1

I will be entering my name into the transfer portal with 5 years of eligibility remaining. hudl.com/v/2TPreF

Grateful to be named as the 4A All-state kicker by the Washington state football coaches association. @MontanaGrizFB @chiawanafb @Coach_Hauck @KeatonJ_3 @CoachSBOND @Chris_Sailer @PVA_Kicking @SchneiderAidan

WSFCA ALL-STATE 2025 CLASSIFICATION: 4A POTY: Lance McGee (Sumner) O-POTY: Brady Jay (Moses Lake) D-POTY: Derek Colman-Brusa (Kennedy Catholic) Full Roster 👇

Very honored to be named to the News Tribune’s 2025 all-state football team @MontanaGrizFB @Coach_Hauck @KeatonJ_3 @chiawanafb @CoachSBOND @Chris_Sailer @PVA_Kicking @SchneiderAidan thenewstribune.com/sports/hi…

Watch this kid strike people - Did it against the best teams in 4A. Tough, Smart, Leader, High Academic. @JamesTJenkins

You don’t “turn it on” at 7PM under the lights. You turn it on at: – 6AM lifts – Class on time – Extra indy after practice – Film when nobody’s watching Game day just exposes what you built Monday–Thursday

Some Michigan State football players, including Aidan Chiles, attended the Haslett and Lansing Eastern boys' basketball game tonight to support Brian Lindgren's son Bronson Lindgren, who is a starter for the Vikings. @wilxTV

Jonathan Smith let go today at Michigan State. Know fans were not happy with the record but also know that Jonathan and his staff poured into the program at at time when MSU needed structure. Wishing him, his family and all of those impacted the absolute best as they will land on their feet. Great people on so many levels. @B1Gfootball @yoptionfb

WIAA Athlete of the Week: Gage Williams! Gage delivered a strong two-way performance for Chiawana, scoring 4 touchdowns while rushing for 91 yards on nine carries. Defensively, he added 11 tackles, one sack, and a pass deflection, showcasing his impact on both sides of the ball.