Claim: John Friesz attended Coeur d'Alene High School, a school that is known for its athletics.
Evidence: Born in Missoula, Montana, Friesz moved with his family in 1975 to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; he attended Coeur d'Alene High School and graduated in 1985. Coeur d'Alene competes in athletics in IHSAA Class 5A, with the largest schools in the state. It is a member of the Inland Empire League (5A) (IEL). Don Monson – college basketball head coach at Idaho (1978–83) & Oregon (1983–92), class of 1951 Steve Parker – NFL defensive end (1980), class of 1975 John Friesz – NFL quarterback (1990–2000), college football hall of famer, class of 1985