LUKE SCHMIT

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Luke Schmit leads the charge on our local and regional sports podcast shows. His coverage includes regional and college athletics connected to Montana and the broader Big Sky Conference. Schmit reports on major games, athletes, and sports trends affecting teams across the region. He also contributes interviews, analysis, and multimedia coverage for digital audiences. His reporting helps readers stay connected to the teams and athletes that shape Montana sports.

IMPACT: Luke’s work brings readers closer to the teams and athletes that define Montana’s sports culture.

Recent Stories

Vikings conquer State A baseball
May 31, 2026 midnight

Vikings conquer State A baseball

Everybody kept doubting Bigfork. The Vikings kept answering.

Let that soak in
May 27, 2026 midnight

Let that soak in

Range Riders win home opener, off to 6-1 start

The Glacier Range Riders are off to the best start in franchise history.

May 26, 2026 9:15 p.m.

Wildkats, Loggers, Pirates vie in balanced A softball

Wide open. That is the way Columbia Falls Wildkats coach Rick Lawerence sees this year’s Class A state softball tournament entering Thursday’s opening round in Hamilton.

Glacier Range Riders bring explosive start home
May 26, 2026 midnight

Glacier Range Riders bring explosive start home

The Glacier Range Riders are heading into their home opener with the kind of momentum the franchise has rarely seen in its five-year span.

May 13, 2026 midnight

Ryan, Godsey shine as Bulldogs walk off Lions

WHITEFISH — Finn Ryan delivered the walk-off hit Tuesday night as Whitefish rallied past Eureka 4-3 in a Northwest A matchup at Smith Fields. But the night belonged just as much to Carter Godsey.

Brothers in stride: Austin and Tamret Savik bonded by sports
April 30, 2026 midnight

Brothers in stride: Austin and Tamret Savik bonded by sports

The first time Austin Savik met his brother Tamret Savik, it was at an airport.

April 26, 2026 midnight

Vikings, Wildkats bring heat at chilly Iceberg

COLUMBIA FALLS — On a chilly Saturday at Mike Nicosia Track and Field Complex, the Bigfork boys and Columbia Falls girls delivered standout performances at the Iceberg Invitational.

April 15, 2026 midnight

Wildcats erupt after early deficit, defeat Vikings

COLUMBIA FALLS — After falling behind in the first inning, Columbia Falls erupted for 12 runs across three innings, rolling to a 15-4 win in a clash between Northwest A foes on Tuesday evening.

April 11, 2026 2:05 a.m.

Bulldogs race past Braves behind explosive start

Whitefish didn’t ease into Friday evening’s matchup against Flathead, scoring nine runs in the first inning to take a commanding lead and never let up in a 16-6 nonconference baseball victory at ABS park.

Softball: Young Northwest A teams set for fierce competition
April 2, 2026 midnight

Softball: Young Northwest A teams set for fierce competition

Teams are built on speed, leadership and strong fundamentals, with underclassmen stepping into pivotal roles.

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