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Barlow softball’s Sahdaya Nelson, Pehtyn Hart knock it out of the park in win over Gresham
Barlow softball beat its crosstown rivals at their own game, with booming bats and a pair of deep home runs from a sophomore duo. The Bruins were on the road at Gresham — on a brand new turf field the Gophers debuted midway through the season — holding onto a narrow lead. Then in the 4th inning the visitors offense came alive. First sophomore Sahdaya Nelson smashed one over the...
Barlow baseball steals 4-0 win from rival Gresham
Barlow baseball used blistering speed and some savvy running to secure a league win. On the road against rival Gresham, the Bruins thrice stole home, accounting for 75% of its runs scored in the win. The first two were back-to-back plays in the 4th inning. Barlow junior Dylan Sheaffer exploded off the base and beat a throw to third, which bounced past the Gresham defender. Sheaffer then leapt up and...
Who We Are: Columbia County Pro boxer wins debut
After years of preparation, St. Helens boxer Haidon Allen has won his professional debut, beating Robert Jimenez by unanimous decision. Competing in the Arena Wars Fighting Series, Allen got in the ring at Campy Withycombe, located at 15300 SE Industrial Way, Happy Valley, Oregon, on April 20. Allen secured victory by unanimous decision after four three-minute rounds. The Columbia County Chronicle & Chief caught up with Allen after his big...
Softball Recap: Estacada wins going away against Molalla
In what's become a running theme this season, Estacada gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 14-1 margin over the Molalla Indians. The victory was some much needed relief for Estacada as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Prep roundup: Kennedy and North Marion/Gervais baseball clinch tenth consecutive victories
The 2A/1A No. 7 Trojans rattled off four runs in the opening inning to ultimately route Salem Academy 10-1 at home on Wednesday, May 1, and secure their tenth consecutive victory. Kennedy managed nine hits and six RBIs in the outing. Senior Brody Kleinschmit led the team with two hits and two RBIs, while Colby Rich and Rylee Walker added two hits each. Brody Panuke finished with one hit and one RBI. ...
After finding herself in front-running roles of late, Lakeridge distance runner Chloe Huyler eyeing strong end to junior season
Chloe Huyler has learned to love taking up a spot amid the pack, so when the junior Lakeridge distance runner found herself in a front-running role two weeks ago at the Oregon Relays, and again at the Twilight Relays last weekend, she felt the doubt creep in. It wasn’t that...
Benjamin Suarez and Molalla boys volleyball thriving in first season as 'emerging activity'
Whenever children discover their passion for athletics, it’s often expected that they will pursue it through their youth and adolescence, eventually participating in some competitive capacity. They start off in elementary school, typically, developing the fundamentals and gaining a basic understanding of the game. This is the path most kids follow, and if they’re lucky, it leads to over a decade of commitment, flooded with moments to reminisce about long after the final whistle blows. ...
Wilsonville softball races past Parkrose
The Wilsonville softball team earned a run-rule victory on the road over Parkrose on Wednesday, cruising past the Broncos 16-0 in just four innings. The top of the fourth inning proved to be the pivotal frame for the Wildcats, as senior Callie Weaving, senior Grace Wilson, junior Sadie Hibbard, and sophomore Sophia Vega each recorded RBI doubles while Wilsonville scored a whopping 12 runs to extend its lead to 16-0. ...
Cowgirls break the losing streak
The losing streak is over. “We've gotten five losses in a row, and it feels very good to finally get this win,” said Crook County first baseman Tylee Cossitt after the Cowgirls defeated Gladstone Wednesday afternoon 8-6. “We need to keep this energy going to all our next games.” The Cowgirls dominated all but one inning of Wednesday's game. However, that has been one of the hallmarks of the losing...
Cowboys rock Gladstone, smell post season
The Crook County High School baseball team virtually locked up a playoff spot after rolling past Gladstone 11-4 Wednesday afternoon. With just four league games remaining , the win at Gladstone gave Crook County a 9-1 league mark, while third-place Molalla has just a 5-5 record. The Cowboys host Estacada Thursday afternoon, and a win over the Rangers would guarantee the Cowboys a playoff berth. Crook County was in control...
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