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Varsity Extra athletes of the week (Feb. 1-6))

Here's the latest installment of athletes of the week. Please e-mail me your nominations at jzentz@idahostatesman.com.

Capital triple jumper Covington records nation's top indoor performance

Covington

Competing for the first time this year, Capital High's Kasen Covington posted the nation's top mark in the high school boys indoor triple jump Saturday at the United Heritage Invitational at Jacksons Track in Nampa.

"I wasn't really expecting the result I got, but I am pleased with it," said Covington, who will attempt to defend his title at the Simplot Games in Pocatello in two weeks. "It just gives me that much more confidence."

Be sure to check out our profile on Borah senior Craig Spjute

Craig Spjute's first trip to the boys basketball state tournament ended with heartbreak, but the Borah senior is hoping to take his team back to state for a shot at redemption.

The son of a former Ricks College and Boise State standout, Spjute is the 5A Southern Idaho Conference's leading scorer with an average of 23.0 points per game.

Read Craig Spjute's complete story

Idaho media high school boys basketball poll (Feb. 3)

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Idaho media high school girls basketball poll (Feb. 3, FINAL)

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Varsity Extra athletes of the week (Jan. 25-30)

Here's the latest installment of athletes of the week. Please e-mail me your nominations at jzentz@idahostatesman.com.

2009-10 Treasure Valley athlete signings & commitments (Feb. 3)

These Treasure Valley athletes have either signed or have announced their intention to sign letters of intent with college programs. Wednesday, Feb. 3 was the initial signing day for football, soccer, track and field and cross country. The information was provided to the Statesman by high school coaches and administrators or by club team officials. College commitments and signings can be sent to jzentz@idahostatesman.com.

Idaho media high school boys basketball poll (Jan. 27)

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Idaho media high school girls basketball poll (Jan. 27)

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