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Rex Allinger (0), shown here in last week's Week 9 loss to Camas at Kiggins Bowl, had a game-high 106 rushing yards and a touchdown in Skyview's 33-0 shutout of Juanita to advance to the 4A state playoffs.

Skyview football advances to 4A state round-of-16 after shutout of Juanita

Rex Allinger (0), shown here in last week's Week 9 loss to Camas at Kiggins Bowl, had a game-high 106 rushing yards and a touchdown in Skyview's 33-0 shutout of Juanita to advance to the 4A state playoffs.

November 9, 2024, 6:33pm Football

The big question for the Skyview High football team is this: is the Storm’s resume impressive enough to be rewarded with a home state playoff game next weekend?  Without question, the Storm believe so.  “Absolutely,” center Max Christiansen said after Skyview’s 33-0 shutout of… Read story

Evergreen running back James Bethune (12) is tackled by a group of Stanwood defenders during the first quarter of a 3A Washington State preliminary playoff football game at McKenzie Stadium in Vancouver, Wash., on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024.

Stanwood ends Evergreen’s season, 20-17, in 3A state preliminary round

Evergreen running back James Bethune (12) is tackled by a group of Stanwood defenders during the first quarter of a 3A Washington State preliminary playoff football game at McKenzie Stadium in Vancouver, Wash., on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024.

November 9, 2024, 12:09am Football

Not only did Evergreen’s 20-17 loss to Stanwood in Friday’s Week 10 football state preliminary round bring out a batch of emotions for players postgame, but the way it ended also made them hungry for what’s next.  Senior linebacker Makhi Miller’s emotions varied. Angry, he said,… Read story

Ridgefield senior Noah Stromberg listens in a huddle at practice Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at Ridgefield High School.

Football’s pace, physicality perfect for Ridgefield’s Noah Stromberg

Ridgefield senior Noah Stromberg listens in a huddle at practice Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at Ridgefield High School.

November 8, 2024, 8:05am Prep Sports

Ridgefield senior Noah Stromberg found the right pace and physicality in what he labels his best season of high school football for the Spudders (8-1), who open the Week 10 state preliminary round hosting Fife (6-3) at 3 p.m. Saturday. Read story

Seton Catholic girls soccer coach Antonio Buckley (right, in hat) addresses the Cougars after their 4-0 shutout of Elma in Thursday's 1A District IV winner-to-state match. The win sends Seton to Saturday's district title match.

Seton Catholic girls soccer post 11th shutout to earn 1A state berth

Seton Catholic girls soccer coach Antonio Buckley (right, in hat) addresses the Cougars after their 4-0 shutout of Elma in Thursday's 1A District IV winner-to-state match. The win sends Seton to Saturday's district title match.

November 7, 2024, 10:38pm Prep Sports

At 18-0-0 and outscoring opponents 103-8 through an unbeaten season, the Seton Catholic girls soccer team knows there’s still more work to be done.  How much? Junior GG Lougen explains how it all starts within.  “Just keep working hard and focus on working as… Read story

Seton Catholic senior Joe Callerame (1) is crowned by  senior Lukas Morse, right, after Callerame made a game-sealing interception Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, during Seton Catholic’s 29-21 win against La Center at La Center High School. Seton won the 1A Trico League Championship with the victory.

“It’s one for the ages”: Seton Catholic captures first Trico League title in football

Seton Catholic senior Joe Callerame (1) is crowned by  senior Lukas Morse, right, after Callerame made a game-sealing interception Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, during Seton Catholic’s 29-21 win against La Center at La Center High School. Seton won the 1A Trico League Championship with the victory.

November 2, 2024, 12:07am Football

Whether it’s the mudslides, mud angels postgame or the mud-stained uniforms, a natural-grass field on a rain-soaked night never felt this good — or memorable — for the Seton Catholic Cougars.  “We love it — these are the best games,” senior linebacker Aeven… Read story

La Center players swarm senior Wyatt Eiesland (5) after a touchdown Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, during La Center’s 41-6 win against Kalama at Kalama High School.

After topping Kalama 41-6, No. 3 La Center eyes showdown with No. 2 Seton Catholic

La Center players swarm senior Wyatt Eiesland (5) after a touchdown Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, during La Center’s 41-6 win against Kalama at Kalama High School.

October 25, 2024, 11:22pm Football

The showdown is set.  All season, many have eyed the Week 9 showdown between No. 3 La Center and second-ranked Seton Catholic — two teams ranked all season in the Class 1A statewide football rankings — as one of the state’s highly-anticipated games across… Read story

Camas High School&rsquo;s Ben Voogt pushes teammate Micah Snell in his wheelchair as they compete in a cross-country meet Oct.

A runner’s spirit: Camas cross country team rallies around Micah Snell and his message of inclusivity

Camas High School&rsquo;s Ben Voogt pushes teammate Micah Snell in his wheelchair as they compete in a cross-country meet Oct.

October 23, 2024, 6:10am Clark County Health

Camas High cross country athlete Micah Snell is happiest when racing — first in marathons starting at age 2, and now on the Papermakers’ cross country team. Read story

Camas senior Jake Davidson (7) stretches out the football for a touchdown Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, during the Papermakers’ 63-7 win against Battle Ground at Doc Harris Stadium in Camas.

Camas cruises to a 63-7 win over Battle Ground to open 4A GSHL play

Camas senior Jake Davidson (7) stretches out the football for a touchdown Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, during the Papermakers’ 63-7 win against Battle Ground at Doc Harris Stadium in Camas.

October 18, 2024, 11:52pm Football

When watching an Adam Mathieson-coached offense, innovation comes to mind. This isn’t new. In 15 seasons leading Mountain View prior to arriving at Camas, there was plenty of it. More often than not, the starting quarterback was a top rusher.  This is the… Read story

High school scoreboard, results from Thursday, Oct. 17

October 17, 2024, 10:23pm Prep Sports

High school scoreboard, results from Thursday, Oct. 17, 2004 Read story

Mountain View’s football 21-0 victory over Heritage will stand

October 17, 2024, 11:47am Football

WIAA District 4 officials Thursday upheld the decision made by the 4A/3A Greater St. Helens League that reinstates Mountain View’s 21-0 victory from last week’s 3A GSHL football contest against Heritage.  On Wednesday, 3A GSHL athletic directors voted in favor of Mountain View keeping its first… Read story