Payton has done his part when it comes to making the Blue Jays great. Phil Kroeber began his coaching career at Grand Forks Central, but has been at Jamestown for the majority of his 27 years. "I think people can expect Payton to keep being a good teammate and for him to keep striving to play at a very high level and do the little things right," Marty said. Nottoway reached the Class 2 Region A semifinals in April, losing to Poquoson 16-12. Katie Ringer is a sports reporter for the Jamestown Sun. Then Roaldson, a former Blue Jay quarterback himself, picked Hochhalter out of the crowd. There is no one man on this team, it's been a team effort throughout.". He replaces Terry Smith, who resigned recently after going 1-9 during the fall 2021 season his only one with the program. Through the team's six games he has averaged 225 yards passing and is 54% in terms of completions. 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. Jamestown has not lost a league game at Charlotte and Gordon Hansen Stadium in two seasons. That's how you become successful is through trial and error. Having Payton as one of the 11 offensive players is a definite plus. Cavalier was undefeated in the 9-man standings up until the Dakota Bowl matchup. DelaBarre said he thinks the selfless, team-first mentality started back in elementary school and early middle school. That's why you coach. for Colleges for Teacher Ed. I definitely enjoyed my time at Jamestown and Id like to thank Coach Edwards and (principal) Howard Townsend, Chris Brown said. Turnage coached at Jamestown High School from 2007 to 2011, posting a record of 26-25. "It turned us into (an even bigger) family.". "The JHS football players showed up with a great attitude and were ready to do all the heavy lifting for us," Skunberg said. 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. "Sometimes you don't make the best decisions. When Marty was the head coach up at Carrington, Payton was on the sidelines for almost every practice and on Friday nights, he carried on the family tradition of being a ball boy for the Cardinals. Other times, the kids are provided with a meal at the end of a workday. Through the 2022 state semifinals, Mewes was the Jays' second-leading tackler. The Rugby, N.D., native, who arrived in Jamestown in . Jamestown, ND 58401 league team that played in Aberdeen back together to watch the game on Friday. Nelson said that while no job is ever a definite "no," there are a few where the team specializes. Leading rushers Aden Braun and Jakob Schempp suit up for the Blue Jay wrestling and baseball teams. "We'd like to thank all of the younger guys for buying into what we were trying to do," Hochhalter. It was more than 20 years ago when Andy DelaBarre walked in on Bill Nelson giving a strength and conditioning spiel in the North Dakota State University weight room. The more variety that we can have, the more kids you can pull from other sports, the better. 701-252-3846 These kids never walk away without something in their hearts or their belly.". Jordan Jamestown joined CSUSB men's basketball as an assistant coach in the summer of 2020. The current offensive line coach began his more than 30-year career up at Carrington. Success was defined by what they did as a team not as an individual. He said that 31 players dressed weekly last fall and he expects almost all to continue playing, along with almost all of the non-seniors on this years varsity. Thats my job beginning with the first game August 26 to the last game, whenever that is. Jamestown Public Schools PO Box 269 207 2nd Avenue Southeast Jamestown, ND 58401 Stockert, a former Mr. Hockey selection for Jamestown High School, will kick off his 17th year as the Blue Jays' hockey coach later this month. Donate to Jamestown Football; Jamestown High School Football Coaching Staff. He plays football with an edge. His son, Payton, has been the starting quarterback for the Blue Jays since last year. Nelson said he talked to the team leaders for about 20 minutes then turned the reins over to his captains. "That's something that we've tried for seven years. "Its great to have him around at practice but the best part is to break down film at home with him," Payton said of Marty. "That's pretty cool stuff. The revolving door that is the Jamestown High football head coaching job continues to spin. The senior has been wrestling since he was in elementary school and was a four-year varsity team member and state placer for the JHS wrestling squad. "I love the relationships with the kids and the coaches," Nelson said. 909-537-5051. "I think that's been important.". That's what it's all about. Hochhalter has been a part of the Blue Jay staff the last six years. Jamestown High School (ND) Varsity Football Jamestown Bluejays Varsity Boys Football Jamestown, ND 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Standings Rankings News More / Jamestown High School Football Jamestown Football OVERALL 10-2 0.83 Win % DISTRICT 3-0 1st A West HOME7-0 AWAY2-2 NEUTRAL1-0 PF442 PA202 STREAK5W Contribute to the Team "I was the head football coach up in Carrington from kindergarten on he almost never missed a practice. 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. Nelson said the Jays also benefit from having coaches of different sports, like Stockert, on staff. "When they were eighth graders, I think they lost one game. Hochhalter suffered a broken clavicle back in week No. "Obviously, the success he's had at JHS sparked our interest in him. S. Gussner Elem. We've all been successful in different realms. Date Time Event Opponent Location Score Game Summary W/L; 227317: 08/11/22: 05:30 PM: Scrimmage If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. Football Shack: We have been able to generate a little bit more success and you just hope that the younger kids who have had a taste of success want a little bit more of it. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. Nelson has also cashed checks that are made out to the football program. They've got phenomenal kids and we've got great support and hopefully, we're just starting to touch (the surface) what we can accomplish, not just in football or sports, but in life.". After Valley, the Jays rattled off two wins to end the regular season at 7-2. "I am so proud of everyone and thank you all for stepping up.". I am pretty proud of our boys for what they accomplished.". The squad went 10-2 on the year and has gone 20-4 over the last two seasons. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our, Terry Smith, a former Virginia Tech football player and University of Virginia assistant, is the new football coach at Jamestown High. "I've always had the dream of playing at the next level," Payton said. Assistant Coach: Cordell O'Brien. Knowledge of KHSAA rules governing football. It's just a matter of melding it all together.". That's what comes down to. They will continue to do great things, and we are thankful for that. The Eagles have won just 13 games in the past eight seasons, but will, at a minimum, get a jot of enthusiasm from Lambin. "That's something that I am blessed by and reminded of daily. DelaBarre has done 10 seasons at LaMoure and 15 in North Dakota high school football. Pos. "When people need help, I like being there for everyone.". It only took an hour to form a completely new team. Nelson said in addition to getting back on track quickly after a misstep, having an experienced staff helps curb emotions and challenges of high-stress games like the upcoming Dakota Bowl, since most have been coaching for years before a number of Blue Jays were even born. DelaBarre gave enormous credit to the Loboes' scout team and spoke of the team's high football IQ, "Particularly in 9-man football, it's been a lot of eastern schools winning state titles," DelaBarre said. In 1983, he took over the varsity at Jamestown and for the next 21 years, the Red Raiders opponents paid. "I say this to our players all of the time but football is the ultimate team game," Frank said. "We've done some in the cold and some in the hot," Nelson said. "Jamestown is a special place. 701-251-1891, 910 Twelfth Avenue NE She can be reached by email at kringer@jamestownsun.com or by phone at 701-952-8460. The key is consistency, he said. 701-952-4001, 1509 Tenth Street NE Jackson Walters, Ethan Gall, Preston Gall and Payton Hochhalter also committed to the program late last year. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. "If you go back and watch that play, the entire defense sprinted their tails off to celebrate with him in the endzone because they were so freaking excited that he got a touchdown. Xavier Brown, Chris Browns son, signed recently with James Madison after leading the area with a 28.6 scoring average. Coach Marty Hochhalter also came from a Class B program. "To head coach Brian Mistro I would first say, lets goooo," Mewes said. "I've been very fortunate to be able to coach all of these years and have him and all of my kids be a part of it," Marty said. "When I was a little kid growing up, there was a group of UJ football players that lived next door to me and they would always play football with me in the yard," Mewes said. The Official 2022 Football Roster of University of Jamestown Athletics. That's the cool stuff.". JAMESTOWN, N.D. -- Jerry Meyer, who put Jamestown High School basketball on the map in the 1970s and 1980s, died at a Minot hospital on Monday. The Eagles reached the Class 4 state final in 2017 and made it to the state quarters in Browns second season last winter. All of the gifts are given out by school counselors anonymously. Instead, he and Marty are enjoying their final high school season as a father-son duo. "How awesome is that, that these kids are being good role models for little kids? "The coaching staff is the ultimate teamwork," Nelson said. Please enable javascript and refresh the page to continue reading local news. Jamestown - Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools Welcome to Jamestown Sneak Peek at Career & Technical Education in WJCC PTSA Reflections Winners 2023-24 Academic Calendar Approved Office 365 VUE Canvas Principal Newsletter Peachjar Flyers More Resources News Sneak Peek at Career & Technical Education in WJCC February 17, 2023 JAMESTOWN Jamestown High School assistant football coach Shawn Frank got roasted Monday night Frank, a former college football coach, has been coaching the Blue Jays' defense for five years and is well-known by his fellow coaches and his players for his no-nonsense, straight-edge coaching mentality. Frank is the Jays' defensive coordinator. We see that you have javascript disabled. We see that you have javascript disabled. Jamestown, ND 58401 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.. The ball bounced once and Thomas Allmer grabbed it and went streaking down the sideline. Paris Ndikum is a sprinter for the JHS track and field team while Andrew Walz is the No. He said the opportunity to coach and work full-time in the building at Smithfield was too good to pass up. Jamestown's opponents were held to 15 total scores. Kroeber heads up the Jays' group of wideouts. ", Nelson also spoke of the importance of having a wealth of experience on the sidelines that has the ability to coach up every single position. Then weve got to coach them up and give them the skills to be confident in themselves and each other, and be knowledgeable and physical enough to compete on Friday nights. Ht. I am proud of him and what he has done there.". In a word, Im `passionate, not just about Jamestown football, but the school, the parents and the students.. Wt. We look forward to seeing him develop at the college level.". She can be reached by email at kringer@jamestownsun.com or by phone at 701-952-8460. "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.". Then Ill revisit this interim tag down the road., Edwards said, Scott brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm and a passion for helping student-athletes to succeed on and off the field. 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 Assistant Coach: Richie Joly. 701-251-2102 It all comes down to your kids, your coaches and your support. "Not only do we have a lot of smart football players, we have a lot of really smart coaches. It's hard to fool a coaching staff that has more than 100 years of collective experience on the sidelines. 2 name on the Jays' golf roster. Assistant Coach. Frank, a former college football coach, has been coaching the Blue Jays' defense for five years and is well-known by his fellow coaches and his players for his no-nonsense, straight-edge coaching mentality. An ex-Marine who worked in counter terrorism after his time in the military, Lambin, 41, has served as junior varsity football coach and athletic strength and conditioning coordinator during his two years at Jamestown. "When this group was in seventh and eighth grade, they weren't an overly huge class, but they were always successful. Roaldson then recapped the 30th annual Dakota Bowl. He and Nelson both will be returning a solid core of guys next season who will be fighting to keep their teams on top. "I hand out all the jerseys for games and I get to have a personal 1-on-1 interaction with every single boy that is dressing on Friday night. Coach Ryan Williams and Coach Shawn Jenner have combined for approximately 10 years out on the field. "It is getting better every year with a tremendous coaching staff to push the program to the next level. In his last eight years as the head coach for the Jamestown High School football team, Nelson has worked hard to develop not only standout athletes but young men who are productive and community minded. The ability to work positively with students, parents and staff of all age levels. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on a student and/or employees race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age or other status protected by law. Opening Day Information 2022-23 School Year, 2018-19 Student Immunizations Requirements, New Health Exam Requirements 2018-19 School Year, COVID- 19 Vaccination Clinic Information, May 12th at JHS, 2022 JHS Varsity Football - Regular Season Roster, 2022 Regular Season Varsity Gameday Roster.pdf, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). Four years ago, through a donation from the football program, Nelson organized what is now known as the Jim "Christ" mas Project a program that gives gifts to underprivileged children in the Jamestown area during the holiday season. Edwards said the search for his replacement is underway. We see that you have javascript disabled. "I coached basketball for one year a long time ago, and I got a text message on Friday from a young man talking about getting an old summer rec. The event gave community members an opportunity to extend congratulations to the JHS football team for winning its second-straight Class A State Football title. 3rd Row (left to right) Malakai Robinson, Lucas Mimong, Bo Nelson, Tyson Jorissen, Eric Levin, Connor Ede, Jack Van Berkom, Sam Ulrich, Colin Conway, James Horgan, Gage Freberg. Mewes' physicality on the football field has been honed, largely, by his wrestling background. "We don't do many competitive things around the house because we are all very competitive. As soon as Frank started talking, it was clear he would rather lose a limb than one of his Blue Jay football players. This group they are special.". Southwestern High School (Jamestown, NY) Varsity Football Southwestern Trojans Varsity Boys Football Jamestown, NY FOLLOW TEAM 22-23 V. Football Home Schedule Roster Standings Rankings Photos Videos News More / Southwestern High School Football Southwestern Football OVERALL 6-3 0.67 Win % LEAGUE 4-1 1st Section 6 C - South Fax 701-952-3845, 1509 Tenth Street NE They always worked really well together. Jordan Jamestown joined CSUSB men's basketball as an assistant coach in the summer of 2020. . Between coaching the college and high school levels, Shawn Frank has racked up more than 25 years on a sideline. 701-952-4003 "We're all put here for a reason and you might as well make good on it.". 701-252-5548, 1509 Fourth Street NE JAMESTOWN Competitiveness runs in the Hochhalter family's genetic code. The mission of the Jamestown High School Athletic Department is to provide opportunities for all students to participate in sports and activity programs that build character, integrity, and leadership, while simultaneously teaching good sportsmanship, responsibility and teamwork. Im passionate, excited and motivated, and Jamestown High School is what gets me out of bed in the morning, said Lambin, who is employed as a teachers aide at the school. On the defensive side of the ball, you need that edge. Youve got to be disciplined in your approach. "It kind of came out of nowhere. At one point during the season, a senior linebacker, Colton Mewes, got himself into a situation that may have raised Frank's frustrations a little bit. Katie Ringer is a sports reporter for the Jamestown Sun. The coaching veteran heads up the Blue Jay offensive line. Copyright 2022 Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame. Nelson said he couldn't put his finger on the one thing that made the Jays state champs. "Growing up with my brother, that is four years older than me, was a challenge but it made me a great competitor," Payton said. From (Tabbs) Charlie Hovis (who won three state titles) to Paul Wheelers and Andy Linns teams at Lafayette, theres a great history.. As a player at Abingdon High, he competed against teams coached at Virginia High by Paul Wheeler, Thads father, who went on to guide Lafayette to the 2001 Class 4 state title. "Every year we have great kids but this group was able to put all of the pieces together.". It's always what is more important on the front of the jersey than what is on the back. 2 seeded Blue Jays are slated to meet Class AA's defending state champs, Bismarck St. Mary's, on Friday at 2:30 p.m. at the Fargodome. His Surry County girls teams reached the Class 1 state final in 2018 and 19. Smith was part of Frank Beamers first recruiting class at Virginia Tech in 1987 and played free safety for the Hokies from 1987-90, graduating in 1991. The coach-player relationship goes beyond the out-of-season sports or the classroom. "The kids were great," Nelson said in reflection of the first year of the project. Jamestown Athletics Mission Statement; Athletics + Activities. DelaBarre's squad pitched eight shutouts and the Loboes' defense only allowed 54 points all season. Tom Maus gave up his head coaching position in Grafton to become the Blue Jay's offensive coordinator. It could be part of the reason the 2021 Jamestown High School football team has made it to its first state championship in 65 years. Head Coach: Brian Mistro. Jamestown, ND 58401 Bill Nelson knows what it is to need help. Prior to last week against Dickinson, the line had only allowed for 619 rushing yards all season. "I am a firm believer that you should think about others before you think about yourself. The No. Its the greatest team sport on the planet. This summer, the Blue Jays did a whole lot more than load trailers and vehicles with boxes and furniture. Joe Sanfilippo retired from the high school football coaching ranks in 1982, but when one thinks about the top coaches his name is always brought up for his accomplishments. Even when Nelson has to pass on a job due to prior obligations, he still seeks the opportunity to help people out, calling upon his contacts at the University of North Dakota or North Dakota State University to provide those in North Dakota a little extra muscle and energy. "Everybody has jobs, that's the beauty of it," Nelson said. Since the duo has been on the sidelines together, the Jays have gone 15-3. "I always had the underdog mentality while playing sports with my brother and his friends.". A significant contribution so far was coaching the Eagles first junior varsity football team in more than five years. "Payton's been dragged along to a lot of different sporting events in his day," Marty said. "Being at football practice since I can remember showed me what it takes to make a great team.". Nelson, who is in his seventh year at the helm of the Blue Jay program, has been joined every Friday night this fall by nine others who have helped to steer the Jays to a 9-2 record this season. Jamestown, ND 58401 Email. If he keeps it up, it wouldn't be surprising if the senior's voicemail was flooded with messages from college coaches. "Both sports have built me into the young man I am today but when it came down to making the decision, the idea of playing football felt right. Its unclear why Wheeler resigned recently as neither he nor Jamestown athletic director Ken Edwards who said the coach departed voluntarily chose to comment. The 84-year drought was snapped with a 41-27 victory performance over 2020 Class AA state champs, Bismarck St. Mary's. 319 Fifth Street NE DelaBarre and Nelson both proved last Friday that their kids were in fact the best in the state. He was on the sidelines during practices and then on Friday nights he was the ball boy.". Coach, Assistant Coach, Volunteer Coach, Part-time Jamestown Community College Dunkirk, NY 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants That's what it's about right there.". Fargo North was 0-1 on fourth-down conversions while Jamestown was 4-for-6. The Jamestown native, fresh off leading the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl appearance in just his second season as head coach, was asked about his Western New York roots during his news. Coach Kroeber did one a couple of years ago where they loaded a huge amount of shoes into a U-Haul. "My role is to make sure we understand the play up front," Marty said. But Brown was employed only as a coach at Jamestown. Roaldson started the event by recapping the Blue Jays season. 910 Twelfth . The Jamestown High School football team traveled to Valley City on Oct. 7 Jamestown High School assistant coach, Marty Hochhalter, looks on during the JHS football team's tilt against Valley City on Oct. 7, 2022. Wm. Mark Johnson Jr., 34, is being charged with two counts "I honestly can't tell you how or when it started," Nelson said of the Jays' focus toward community service. Jamestown, N.D. Jamestown High School: Coaching Staff. The defense also got a sack of Saints' quarterback Nick Schumacher that resulted in the Jays, once again, gunning for a team goal. Ht. "We're getting out and serving others," Nelson said. Mewes earned his lone individual state wrestling title as a junior and three weeks ago, Mewes fought through a nagging injury to place third at the 2023 Class A State Wrestling Individual Championships. The new coach will be Terry. He was defensive coordinator on the Nottoway team that won a state title in 1998. "So when everything finally clicks, you are going to be really thankful. She can be reached by email at kringer@jamestownsun.com or by phone at 701-952-8460. It takes all of us to be successful on a play.". Football Shack: 701-252-5548. "Being their dad and their coach is very special to me and I think it's pretty special for the kids.". The Blue Jay senior committed to the University of Jamestown football program on Feb. 4. His children, daughter Jenna and son Jordan, are athletes at the school and he gives every indication of remaining involved with Eagles athletics for the long haul. Fax 701-252-3646, 1312 Tenth Street NE Hochhalter was 17-28 for 148 yards during the championship game. Athletics + Activities > Fall Sports > Football > Coaches. He's an excellent coach. In his last eight years as the head coach for the Jamestown High School football team, Nelson has worked hard to develop not only standout athletes but young men who are productive and community minded. Brian Mistro. "Youve got to be tough physically. 701-252-0867 "I still remember him wearing his Minot Ryan letterman jacket when I was demonstrating in the weight room," Nelson, the current Jamestown High School football coach said. "We have one common goal and vision. GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) A former employee of Page High School is facing multiple child sex crime charges, according to court records. All told, the kids worked almost 800 man hours, working in the fields, with the clowns or spending time with kids. Beginning last fall, Nelson required each team member to work two 4 1/2-hour shifts at the pumpkin patch. Blue Jay receiver Brode Hillstrom was the starting netminder for the hockey team last season. "That was my goal when I got the job seven years ago was to have as many coaches from other sports as I could on the roster," Nelson said. 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. Jamestown High has its head football coach, for. Coach Matt Stockert has been the Jays' freshman coach for the last few years while also overseeing the varsity running backs. We try to eliminate that part as much as possible.". The next oldest, Kauri, went on to compete for the University of North Dakota track and field team. Katie Ringer is a sports reporter for the Jamestown Sun. 2 of the season, topping Cooperstown Griggs County Central 76-0. He is the fifth member of the 2022 Jamestown High School State Championship football team to sign with the Jimmies. While many high school coaches receive varsity coaching positions early in their careers, some must develop and hone their skills during extended periods of apprenticeship before varsity opportunity knocks.