Kohen Donat likes physicality, at least in the realm of athletics. It’s part of the reason why the Bemidji High School football defensive lineman signed up for the track and field team.
Donat was already involved in football and wrestling, but he wanted to be a three-sport athlete during his freshman year. He had some history playing baseball, but in his words, he “sucked” at it.
“I couldn’t ever hit the ball,” Donat quipped.
So, with a passion for the more intense side of athletics, Donat decided to join the portion of track and field known for its quick bursts of strength and intensity; the events that involve heaving a 12-pound ball into a pit of sand and whipping a metal disc as far as possible.
Bemidji senior Tanner Whipple competes in boys shot put during the Bemidji Invite on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at BHS.
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Throwing.
“Passiveness is not my forte, it’s not as fun,” Donat said. “I figured I’d play something violent.”
Donat has found his home in the shot put and the discus events, illustrated by his top-10 finishes in both events at the
BHS Invite last week
. And he’s not the only Lumberjack football lineman who’s found success.
Seniors Tanner Whipple (an offensive lineman), Kolton Meyer (a defensive lineman) and Donat form the core of the Bemidji boys throwers this season. Though a year younger,…
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