SPORTS
Tigers vs Tigers: Taft softball hosts Yamhill-Carlton
The Taft softball team hosted Yamhill-Carlton at home on May 1. The Tigers were unable to get a run in against the (also) YC Tigers, losing 0-10. The loss was an improvement over the last time the two teams played when Taft allowed 14 runs. The Taft Tigers are currently 2-8 in the 3A Special District 2 and 3-17 overall. The Tigers have scored 125 runs so far this season. Taft will host Jefferson High School at home on May 9 and then travel to Santiam Christian for their final league game on May 10.
NST Shines at Albany Meet
The Newport Swim Team (NST) showcased impressive talent and determination at the AAA May Long Course Invitational in Albany, held from May 3 to May 5. This meeting marked the opening of their long course season, featuring a 50-meter pool that is an actual test of endurance and skill. A total of 15 Oregon teams participated, with NST contributing 12 swimmers to the fierce competition. Despite a smaller contingent of just four boys, the male swimmers from Newport secured a commendable 9th place overall. The standout performances came from 18-year-olds Sam Postlewait and Jack Sappington, who collectively clinched five events....
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