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Scottie Booster Club Awards Seven Jeff Jurgens Memorial Scholarships

Seven Valley County high-school graduates have received Jeff Jurgens Memorial Scholarships to enable their studies at colleges and universities in Montana and neighboring states.

The scholarships are awarded annually by the Scottie Booster Club in memory of the late Jeff Jurgens, Glasgow student and rabid sports fan whose namesake basketball tournament is the source of the funds. The Jeff Jurgens Memorial Tournament, presented by the Scottie Booster Club and widely supported by the community, is held annually in March and attracts dozens of youth basketball teams in grades four through eight from across northeastern Montana.

In order to be eligible for the Jeff Jurgens scholarship, students must have graduated, or be graduating this spring, from a Valley County school and either played varsity basketball or are entering a medical or health-related field of study at a college or university in Montana or a neighboring state. This year, the Scottie Booster Club selected seven scholarship recipients with a wide range of accomplishments and future plans.

Applicants' sports backgrounds are considered, along with academic achievement, community service, citizenship, and financial need.

The seven 2022 JJMT Scholars are:

Hadynn Adkins – A 2022 graduate of Nashua High School, Adkins plans to attend Montana State University-Bozeman in the fall to pursue a pre-med undergraduate degree. Adkins played three years of basketball for the Nashua Porcupines and also played in the Jeff Jurgens Tournament for a Nashua team. She's been involved in volleyball and track in addition to basketball and has been active in FCCLA, National Honor Society, and served as class president for three years.

Mandy Fuhrmann – Opheim High School graduate Mandy Fuhrmann will attend Montana State University-Billings this fall where she plans to pursue a degree in elementary education; she'll also compete in track-and-field for the Yellowjackets. Fuhrmann played Vikings basketball for two years, has been a standout in track and field, and also participated in the JJMT. Fuhrmann has been deeply involved in FFA and 4-H.

Tyann Graham – Scottie basketball standout Tyann Graham will continue her basketball career at Miles Community College, where she'll be pursuing a degree in elementary education. Graham played four years of basketball at Glasgow High and suited up for both Glasgow and North Country in many years of JJMT tournaments. She's been active in G-Club, student council, National Honor Society, and the Scottie trading card program. Athletically, she competed for the Scotties in volleyball and track, where she's an all-state pole vaulter, in addition to basketball.

Klaire Krumwiede – A 2022 graduate of Glasgow High School, Klaire Krumwiede plans to pursue a nursing degree at the University of North Dakota. Krumwiede participated in four years of Scottie volleyball, served as basketball manager, was involved in band, and has been in integral part of both hockey and swim teams in Glasgow. She has served as president of National Honor Society and a member of BPA, Key Club, G-Club, and student council. Outside of school, she's worked as a lifeguard, EMT, and CNA. She also served as a page in the Montana State Senate.

Iris McKean – McKean, a 2022 graduate of Glasgow High School, will attend the University of Montana this fall, where she intends to pursue a degree in wildlife biology while running track and cross country for the Griz. She played a year of high school basketball and was on seven JJMT teams. McKean is a multiple all-stater in both cross country and track and served as vice-president of student council, a member of National Honor Society, Key Club, G-Club, and has volunteered for a number of community events, including Warriors on the Water, Glasgow Paint Run, and the Montana Governor's Cup.

Trey Johnson – Hinsdale High School graduate Trey Johnson plans to attend Carroll College, where he will play football for the Saints while pursuing a degree in anthrozoology (study of the interaction between humans and animals). Johnson played high school basketball for both the Hinsdale Raiders and North Country Mavericks and played several years in the JJMT. As a co-op athlete, he also played football for the Scotties. Johnson has been active in FFA, 4-H-where he's held most leadership positions-and volunteers to play taps during funerals and community events. He's active in many church and community functions.

Blaire Westby – Glasgow High School basketball standout and 2022 graduate Blaire Westby is undecided on her collegiate plans, but she intends to pursue either biology/pre-vet or engineering degrees. Westby played all four years of varsity basketball for the Scotties and also played on a number of JJMT teams. She's been a leader in volleyball and track and has also played in both honor and pep bands. She's a member of G-Club, Key Club, National Honor Society, student council, and has been a class officer. She's also been a top placer for four years in Business Professionals of America competitions.

 

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