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Columbian Staff Writer

Ridgefield players and sisters Kaia Oliver and Karli Oliver chat before an at-bat in the Spudders' 4-3 extra innings loss the 2A district softball finals at Fort Borst Park in Centralia on Friday, May 18, 2018 (Andy Buhler/Columbian staff).

2A district softball: Ridgefield loses title in extra-inning thriller, Woodland takes third

Ridgefield players and sisters Kaia Oliver and Karli Oliver chat before an at-bat in the Spudders' 4-3 extra innings loss the 2A district softball finals at Fort Borst Park in Centralia on Friday, May 18, 2018 (Andy Buhler/Columbian staff).

May 18, 2018, 10:44pm Prep Sports

Ridgefield, Woodland softball teams advance to the 2A state tournament after placing second and third at districts. Read story

The Woodland Beavers celebrate after a big inning during a 10-5 loss to defending champ W.F.

2A district softball: Woodland drops thriller to defending champs, Ridgefield nabs state berth

The Woodland Beavers celebrate after a big inning during a 10-5 loss to defending champ W.F.

May 17, 2018, 10:42pm Prep Sports

As each game came to a close at Fort Borst Park on Thursday, one lasted longer than the rest. That was the 10-inning slugfest between Woodland and W.F. West. Just a year ago, Woodland was a blimp on the Bearcats’ road to a 2A state title. Oh, what… Read story

Union’s Nicole Knudtson, left, high fives doubles partner Yannie Li during a match against Camas this season. Knudtson’s promising tennis career has been limited by a bone condition in her left ankle. But that hasn’t stopped her from being one of the state’s top doubles players.

Bone condition doesn’t stop Knudtson from chasing state tennis title

Union’s Nicole Knudtson, left, high fives doubles partner Yannie Li during a match against Camas this season. Knudtson’s promising tennis career has been limited by a bone condition in her left ankle. But that hasn’t stopped her from being one of the state’s top doubles players.

May 17, 2018, 7:46pm Prep Sports

Nicole Knudtson covers enough ground on the tennis court that the average passerby likely wouldn’t take much stock in the bulky ankle brace she wears on her left foot. Read story

Skyview’s Stephen Kiraly (8) dribbles past Puyallup’s Jorge Saura (3) during the first round of the 4A state playoffs.

Tough exit for Skyview soccer in first round of state

Skyview’s Stephen Kiraly (8) dribbles past Puyallup’s Jorge Saura (3) during the first round of the 4A state playoffs.

May 16, 2018, 11:09pm Prep Sports

The moments after a season-ending loss may seem like an ill-fitting time to celebrate, but Skyview boys soccer coach Colleen McKinney made sure to do just that when she addressed her team — many of them teary-eyed. Read story

Columbia River goalkeeper David Gonzalez-Martinez, 0, blocks a goal during the first round of the Class 2A state playoffs at Kiggins Bowl in Vancouver on Wednesday, May 16, 2018.

Columbia River soccer still rollin’ at 20-0

Columbia River goalkeeper David Gonzalez-Martinez, 0, blocks a goal during the first round of the Class 2A state playoffs at Kiggins Bowl in Vancouver on Wednesday, May 16, 2018.

May 16, 2018, 10:38pm Prep Sports

Maksim Yurichko was an eighth grader watching from the stands a year ago at Kiggins Bowl as top-seeded Columbia River’s season ended in an upset loss. Read story

Evergreen forward Elijah Lavin (10) navigates sea of Capital defenders during the Plainsmen's 3A district winner-to-state game at McKenzie Stadium on Saturday, May 12, 2018 (Andy Buhler/Columbian staff).

3A soccer: Evergreen duo nets Plainsmen state berth in win over Capital

Evergreen forward Elijah Lavin (10) navigates sea of Capital defenders during the Plainsmen's 3A district winner-to-state game at McKenzie Stadium on Saturday, May 12, 2018 (Andy Buhler/Columbian staff).

May 12, 2018, 7:53pm Prep Sports

Evergreen defeated Capital in a district elimination game at McKenzie Stadium, and by doing so, punched its return ticket to the 3A state tournament — the team’s second trip in four years. Read story

A Mountain View forward challenges Bonney Lake's goalkeeper during the Thunder's 1-0 winner-to-state district extra time win at McKenzie Stadium on Saturday, May 12, 2018 (Andy Buhler/Columbian staff).

3A soccer: By Diaz’s golden goal, Mountain View punches ticket to state

A Mountain View forward challenges Bonney Lake's goalkeeper during the Thunder's 1-0 winner-to-state district extra time win at McKenzie Stadium on Saturday, May 12, 2018 (Andy Buhler/Columbian staff).

May 12, 2018, 7:52pm Prep Sports

Felix Diaz delivered the game-winning golden goal to send Mountain View to state tournament. Read story

Skyview goalkeeper Dylan Debaldo reaches to push the ball over the crossbar during the Storm’s win over Auburn.

Skyview soccer storms onto state with 2-0 bi-district win over Auburn

Skyview goalkeeper Dylan Debaldo reaches to push the ball over the crossbar during the Storm’s win over Auburn.

May 10, 2018, 11:15pm Prep Sports

Skyview’s upperclassmen corralled the team together before the season started, took notice of the talent it possessed and set a laundry list of goals for the spring, with one big one in mind — getting to state, and winning a title. Read story

Hockinson senior Alyssa Chapin, center, has learned that having a positive attitude is just as important as speed when competing in the hurdles events in track and field.

Hurdling negativity: Positive attitude sparks Hockinson’s Chapin to success

Hockinson senior Alyssa Chapin, center, has learned that having a positive attitude is just as important as speed when competing in the hurdles events in track and field.

May 4, 2018, 10:50pm Prep Sports

Senior aiming at third consecutive state meet berth Read story

La Center baserunner Hayden Williamson (2) and King's Way's Riley Danberg monitor a potential stolen base during the Knights' 12-4 win over the Wildcats on Friday, May 4, 2018 at Luke Jensen Sports Complex (Andy Buhler/ Columbian staff).

King’s Way come away with Trico tiebreaker after coin toss, win over La Center

La Center baserunner Hayden Williamson (2) and King's Way's Riley Danberg monitor a potential stolen base during the Knights' 12-4 win over the Wildcats on Friday, May 4, 2018 at Luke Jensen Sports Complex (Andy Buhler/ Columbian staff).

May 4, 2018, 9:11pm Prep Sports

King’s Way removed all doubt when it thumped La Center 12-4 at Luke Jensen Sports Complex. After the final out, the Knights erupted in cheers when informed that they won the coin toss. Read story