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Columbian staff writer

2 big changes approved to WIAA classifications

January 28, 2019, 1:57pm Prep Sports

The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association is bringing two major changes to how schools are classified statewide starting in 2020. The association’s Representative Assembly passed a proposal Monday at its Winter Coalition meeting in Renton to drop its current classification system based on balanced percentages in favor… Read story

Vancouver Public Schools' Mike Hoffman, shown here at Monday's WIAA Winter Coalition meeting, was announced as new Executive Director, replacing Mike Colbrese at the end of the 2018-19 school year.

Vancouver’s Mick Hoffman named WIAA executive director

Vancouver Public Schools' Mike Hoffman, shown here at Monday's WIAA Winter Coalition meeting, was announced as new Executive Director, replacing Mike Colbrese at the end of the 2018-19 school year.

January 28, 2019, 11:31am Latest News

Mick Hoffman, assistant superintendent of Vancouver Public Schools, will be the new executive director of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association, starting next school year. The news Monday first was reported by the Seattle Times. Read story

Washougal girls continue 2A GSHL domination

January 22, 2019, 11:22pm Prep Sports

RIDGEFIELD — The Washougal Panthers sure making winning a league title — or in their case, repeating again for the fourth straight year — easy. The Panthers clinched at least a share of the 2A Greater St. Helens League title in girls basketball following Tuesday’s 62-21 win at Ridgefield to… Read story

Girls basketball: Prairie 78, Evergreen 17

January 18, 2019, 10:21pm Prep Sports

The visiting Falcons rushed out a 39-point lead early in the second quarter to cruise and remain undefeated in the 3A GSHL. Cassidy Gardner scored all 20 of her points in the first half to lead the Falcons. PRAIRIE 78, EVERGREEN 17 PRAIRIE — Dana Vera… Read story

Prairie's Kameron Osborn (3) shoots during Friday night's game against Evergreen on Jan. 18, 2019. Prairie won 68-56.

Prairie boys beat Evergreen to stay perfect in 2019

Prairie's Kameron Osborn (3) shoots during Friday night's game against Evergreen on Jan. 18, 2019. Prairie won 68-56.

January 18, 2019, 8:51pm Prep Sports

Falcons have won six in a row as they prepare to face Kelso next Read story

King’s Way’s Kira Zook (4) looks to pass Thursday night in La Center. King’s Way defeated La Center 39-27 to remain in first place in the Trico League.

It’s all fun being No. 1 in Trico

King’s Way’s Kira Zook (4) looks to pass Thursday night in La Center. King’s Way defeated La Center 39-27 to remain in first place in the Trico League.

January 17, 2019, 11:06pm Prep Sports

MacKenzie Ellertson calls basketball her fun sport. The King’s Way Christian senior didn’t play basketball last season to focus on her future in soccer, but the Washington State women’s soccer signee returned for senior year to experience moments like Thursday with her teammates. Read story

Skyview’s Kyle Gruhler (23) jumps to block Union’s Josh Reznick (20) during Tuesday night’s game at Skyview.

Union boys rise again to beat Skyview in 4A GSHL basketball

Skyview’s Kyle Gruhler (23) jumps to block Union’s Josh Reznick (20) during Tuesday night’s game at Skyview.

January 15, 2019, 11:19pm Prep Sports

Second-half surge lifts Titans past Skyview Read story

Union's Toryi Midland (10) looks to shoot during Tuesday night's game at Skyview High School in Vancouver on Jan. 15, 2019.

Girls basketball: Union 54, Skyview 39

Union's Toryi Midland (10) looks to shoot during Tuesday night's game at Skyview High School in Vancouver on Jan. 15, 2019.

January 15, 2019, 7:57pm Prep Sports

Union used a 9-0 run to start the fourth quarter on its way to scoring 24 over the final eight minutes for a 54-39 victory over Skyview in Tuesday’s 4A Greater St. Helens League girls basketball game. The Titans (12-4, 3-1) led 30-27 after three quarters before using… Read story

Washougal’s Emily Seekins wrestles La Center’s Jamie Osato in the 100-pound title match at the Clark County Championships at Battle Ground High School on Saturday. Seekins won by pin to help the Panthers capture the girls team title.

Clark County Wrestling: Family bond sparks Brosius to girls title

Washougal’s Emily Seekins wrestles La Center’s Jamie Osato in the 100-pound title match at the Clark County Championships at Battle Ground High School on Saturday. Seekins won by pin to help the Panthers capture the girls team title.

January 12, 2019, 11:00pm Prep Sports

It’s easy to see where Union’s Kayla Brosius gets her motivation to wrestle. Read story

Ridgefield’s Dylan Draper, top, takes on Prairie’s Jason Wilcox in the 132-pound final Saturday at the Clark County Wrestling Championship at Battle Ground. Draper won with a late takedown, 3-1.

Clark County Wrestling: Draper finally has his title

Ridgefield’s Dylan Draper, top, takes on Prairie’s Jason Wilcox in the 132-pound final Saturday at the Clark County Wrestling Championship at Battle Ground. Draper won with a late takedown, 3-1.

January 12, 2019, 10:59pm Editor's Choice

Ask Dylan Draper the last time he was as elated after winning a wrestling match as he was Saturday in the 132-pound final at the Clark County Championships, and Ridgefield High senior might have to think about it awhile. Read story