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Athletics Stories

Athletics trainer Bob Grimes helps treat student-athletes in YVC's training room

Stretch, Tape, Repeat

February 6, 2026 | Dustin Wunderlich

On game day, Yaks athletics trainer Bob Grimes gets in early to prepare tape, bandages and other supplies that may be needed during a game. With six teams to tend to, however, Grimes doesn’t just focus all his attention on whatever team is playing...

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Joel Yellow Owl takes jump shot

Basketball standout makes impact in community

February 6, 2026 | Dustin Wunderlich

During his two seasons at YVC, Joel Yellow Owl was not only a standout player for the Yaks, including being named to the Northwest Athletics Conference 2014 East Region First Team, he also proved himself in the classroom and earned All-Academic honors...

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Women's basketball player Jemini Davis on the court

Athletics Photo Gallery | Winter 2026

February 6, 2026 | Brandon Mendoza & Dustin Wunderlich

View recent photos of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's athletics teams in action.

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YVC guard Kel-El Gentles handles the ball on offense

Student-Athlete Spotlight | Kal-El Gentles

February 6, 2026 | Dustin Wunderlich

Coming from a large family with eight brothers and sisters, Kal-El Gentles has dreams of playing basketball professional overseas, but he also hopes to pursue a career in child protective services and helping families grow stronger together.

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