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R.A. Long running back Gunnar Blix is tackled by Columbia River players during the first half Thursday in Longview.

Columbia River opens season with win at R.A. Long

R.A. Long running back Gunnar Blix is tackled by Columbia River players during the first half Thursday in Longview.

September 3, 2015, 10:13pm Prep Sports

The Columbia River Chieftains were leading, but they were struggling a bit in the third quarter Thursday night. Then Travon Santiago came up with the trifecta for the River defense: A sack. A forced fumble. A recovery. Read story

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Paul Valencia: A promise to cover all fall sports

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September 2, 2015, 11:53pm Prep Sports

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Camas High School's Liam Fitzgerald, center, throws to a teammate during practice Wednesday afternoon, August 19, 2015, at the school's practice field.

4A GSHL football preview: Coaches say Camas looks strong again

Camas High School's Liam Fitzgerald, center, throws to a teammate during practice Wednesday afternoon, August 19, 2015, at the school's practice field.

September 2, 2015, 8:25pm Prep Sports

three from each program — to rank the Class 4A Greater St. Helens League. The only rule: Can’t vote for your own team. Pretty much, tell us where you think every other team in the league will finish this season. We got some interesting… Read story

Running back Travon Santiago (L) and Quarter back Garrett McKee at a football practice at Columbia River High School in Vancouver Monday August 25, 2015.

3A GSHL football preview: Columbia River still the team to beat

Running back Travon Santiago (L) and Quarter back Garrett McKee at a football practice at Columbia River High School in Vancouver Monday August 25, 2015.

September 2, 2015, 7:02pm Prep Sports

A year ago, the Class 3A Greater St. Helens League champion was determined practically before any games were played. Columbia River was just that good. Columbia River remains the clear favorite, but interesting things have happened since the 2014 season. The Chieftains graduated 26 players from… Read story

Chiawana runs a play in the first half against Camas at Doc Harris Stadium on Friday September 5, 2014.

Prep football preview: Teams take different approaches to making schedules

Chiawana runs a play in the first half against Camas at Doc Harris Stadium on Friday September 5, 2014.

September 1, 2015, 8:57pm Prep Sports

The best do not shy away from the best. And teams that are struggling should not feel an obligation to prove anything against the best. That seems to be the philosophy among many football coaches and athletic directors. Traditional powers Camas, Union and Skyview always seem to… Read story

Prairie juniors quarterback Kevin Aguirre, left, and defensive back Jaelen Stephen learned a lot from playing on varsity as sophomores.

Prairie football: Falcons are gaining experience

Prairie juniors quarterback Kevin Aguirre, left, and defensive back Jaelen Stephen learned a lot from playing on varsity as sophomores.

August 27, 2015, 5:00pm Clark County News

One day soon, the Prairie Falcons might appreciate what they went through in the 2014 football season. Read story

Running back Travon Santiago (L) and Quarter back Garrett McKee at a football practice at Columbia River High School in Vancouver Monday August 25, 2015.

Columbia River football: McKee, Santiago are next wave for River

Running back Travon Santiago (L) and Quarter back Garrett McKee at a football practice at Columbia River High School in Vancouver Monday August 25, 2015.

August 26, 2015, 5:00pm Prep Sports

Columbia River graduated 26 seniors after reaching the Class 3A state quarterfinals in 2014, but none of the Chieftains expects a drop-off in 2015. Read story

An all-league running back last season, Kalani Umiamaka couldn't imagine playing for anyone else than the Heritage Timberwolves.

Heritage football: RB Umiamaka remains committed to Timberwolves

An all-league running back last season, Kalani Umiamaka couldn't imagine playing for anyone else than the Heritage Timberwolves.

August 25, 2015, 5:00pm Clark County News

Kalani Umiamaka takes a lot of pride in his school, in his football program. Read story

Evergreen's J.R. Mataia (75) will be a needed leader on both sides of the line.

Evergreen football: Game in transition

Evergreen's J.R. Mataia (75) will be a needed leader on both sides of the line.

August 24, 2015, 5:00pm Clark County News

At Evergreen, there are some big changes, some small changes, but the Plainsmen are optimistic that change is a really good thing. Read story

Battle Ground High School wide receivers Riley Betcher, from left, Chase Gunter and Max Randle are gearing up for the season.

Battle Ground football: Tigers air show ready to launch

Battle Ground High School wide receivers Riley Betcher, from left, Chase Gunter and Max Randle are gearing up for the season.

August 23, 2015, 5:00pm Clark County News

The 2015 Battle Ground receivers are not necessarily unproven, but they understand they will have to take advantage of the extra opportunities headed their way if the Tigers want to fly into the top ranks of the Class 4A Greater St. Helens League. Read story