LRS summer weight training program up and running

Over 25 student-athletes were packed in the Gilson Gymnasium weight room Monday morning taking part in the third week of the Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Broncos athletic summer weight training program.

Students in grades 6-12 spent the morning building strength and speed under the watchful eye of trainer Tommy Boyer-Kendrick.

As athletes paired off and went through their exercises, Boyer-Kendrick walked the crowded room barking words of encouragement and instructions to the students.

At one point, he noticed several students waiting to bench press.

"Not to be rude, but the bench press is the least...