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Asher Guerrero (left) is tagged out by Alex Stafford (right) during I-5 Jeep Renegades' Brian Cox Tournament semifinal against I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew July 17 at Ed Wheeler Field.

I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew Finishes as Runners-Up at Brian Cox Tourney

Though the American Legion AA I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew squad was able to dispatch Junior A I-5 Jeep Renegades, another local Twin Cities club, they couldn’t get past Lower Columbia Baseball Club, … more

By Alec Dietz / alec@chronline.com | 7/17/22

I-5 Jeep Renegades pitcher Danner Hoinowski winds up to deliver a pitch against the Tenino Trappers July 15 in Chehalis.

Local Squads Set to Meet in Brian Cox Semis Sunday

Though the two Twin Cities squads took different paths to get there, I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew and I-5 Jeep Renegades will meet in the annual Brian Cox Memorial Tournament semifinals Sunday at Ed … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/16/22

Centralia coach Noel Vazquez talks with his team before a scrimmage against Tenino Thursday at Tiger Stadium.

Gallery: Centralia and Tenino Girls Soccer Meet for Preseason Tune-Up

As the summer continues, local girls soccer teams have already started working on set pieces and counterattacks in preparation for the fall 2022 season. Thursday at Tiger Stadium, Centralia and … more

7/15/22

Former Winlock coach Nick Bamer talks to players during a game against Hoquiam during the 2019-20 season. Bamer took over as Tenino’s athletic director in July.

New Tenino Athletic Director Looks to Keep Momentum Rolling for Beavers

After guiding Winlock’s boys basketball team for the last seven years, and heading its athletic department since 2020, Nick Bamer has come to the Stone City to become Tenino’s full-time … more

By Alec Dietz / For the Nisqually Valley News | 7/12/22

Former W.F. West boys head coach Ryan Robertson reacts from the bench during a league matchup in Chehalis in 2015.

Ryan Robertson Returns to Coach for Hometown Tenino

After stepping down at W.F. West in 2015, new Tenino boys basketball coach Ryan Robertson made it clear that he was far removed from hanging up his clipboard. At the time, Robertson said he had … more

By Alec Dietz / alec@chronline.com | 7/12/22

Morton White Pass' Jordan Koatje wins the State 2B Girls 100-meter dash during the State 1B/2B/1A Track and Field Championships in Cheney, Wash.

Morton-White Pass Track Star Jordan Koetje Ends Prep Career With Three ‘Redemption’ Medals

Jordan Koetje has been on the Morton-White Pass track team since eighth grade, and considers her track career the highlight of her school days. However, her first state 2B track appearance as a … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 7/8/22

New Centralia High School girls soccer coach Noel Vazquez poses for a photo on the Tiger Stadium field.

Noel Vazquez to Lead Centralia Tiger Girls in 2022

The Centralia High School girls soccer program has a new head coach, but it’s a familiar name. New skipper Noel Vazquez is a veteran of Lewis County soccer with an impressive resume at the … more

By Brandon Hansen / For The Chronicle | 7/6/22

Rainier's Jeremiah Nubbe throws the discus during the State 1B/2B/1A Track and Field Championships in Cheney on Friday, May 27, 2022.

Rainier’s Jeremiah Nubbe Once Again Becomes Gatorade Player of the Year

Jeremiah Nubbe has added another accolade to his long resume of athletic achievements. Following his senior year at Rainier High School, Nubbe was named the Gatorade Washington Track and Field Player … more

By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com | 7/5/22

Members of the 2022 Lewis County All-Area Track and Field team pose for a photo at Centralia High School’s Tiger Stadium. Athletes pictured in the front row, from left: Caelyn Marshall, Reagan Nallion, Keira O’Neill, Joshhill Tilton, Sadie Dahlin and Savanna Bolivar. In the back row, from left: Connor Olmstead, Lucas Dahl, Talon Betts, Brian Anouma, Carson Olmstead, Elijah Annonen and Kole Taylor. Not pictured: Matt Cooper, Devin Harrison, Carter Phelps, Isaac Ramirez, Seth Hoff, Jordan Koetje, Elaina Koenig, Charlie Carper, Emily Weddle, Addison Hall and Cali Scofield.

Lewis County Coaches Announce All-Area Track and Field Team

Lewis County’s coaches have announced their annual Lewis County All-Area Track and Field Team for the 2022 spring season. This year’s squad includes 13 athletes on the boys side and … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/1/22

Haley Rainey pitches for Idaho State during a 2022 softball game.

Adna’s Haley Rainey Still Dominating at the College Level

Haley Rainey is a sticky note person. Whether it’s using them to plan out the various classes, practices, weight lifts, or social events in her life, she has them everywhere. But the most … more

By Alec Dietz / alec@chronline.com | 7/1/22

The Sabotage 14U fastpitch team won its tournament last weekend in Seaside, finishing first in a field of eight teams. It was Sabotage’s second time winning the tournament and second tournament championship in the month of June. Players pictured in the back row, from left: Coach Ken Sack, McKenna Smith, Brooklyn Sprague, Coach Kendra Wakefield, Hollynn Wakefield, Payton Baumel, Makenzie Erickson, Coach Shannon Baumel and Grace Pancake. In the front row, from left: Lyla Kirkpatrick, Lindsey Pinion, Jordyn Preston, Sopia Milanowski, Jordan Billie, and Olivia Friedley.

Photo: Sabotage Wins Seaside Tournament

7/1/22

Tyler Gussin Slow-Pitch Tourney Coming to Centralia July 16-17

The Tyler Gussin Wood Bat Memorial Slow-Pitch Tournament, which will raise funds for the Centralia High School baseball program, is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, July 16-17. The softball … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/29/22

Dave Montgomery (left) and Kevin Schultz (right) pose for a photo while coaching the Tenino High School girls soccer team. Montgomery has been hired to take over for Schultz as the Beavers’ head coach after Schultz accepted a head coaching position with South Puget Sound Community College.

Montgomery Takes Over Tenino Girls Soccer

When Kevin Schultz left to become the head men’s soccer coach at South Puget Sound Community College, there was an opening to fill for the head spot of Tenino’s girls soccer program. … more

By Brandon Hansen / For The Chronicle | 6/29/22

W.F. West's Brock Guyette (7) makes a tackle for the East squad during the Earl Barden All-Star Classic football game Saturday in Yakima.

Toledo’s Nef Named Most Inspirational, Napavine’s Dahl Tallies 49 Receiving Yards at Earl Barden Classic Football Game

After Zane Delp’s first smothering sack, the East’s sideline erupted in whoops and hollers and teammate Jacob Hurlbert broke from the crowd, lowered into a crouch for a respectful flex … more

By Scott Spruill / Yakima Herald-Republic | 6/28/22

Jack State smiles and shakes hands with former players outside W.F. West High School on Saturday.

‘Jack State Invite’ Tennis Tourney Held in Chehalis

In honor of longtime W.F. West tennis coach Jack State, about 100 people gathered throughout the day on Saturday to play tennis, watch matches and catch up with their old coach and friends at the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/27/22

Players use caps to cover hearts as the national anthem plays at Stan Hedwall Park in Chehalis on Saturday for closing ceremonies.

Twin Cities Babe Ruth Holds Closing Ceremonies

Holding a ceremony for the closing of the Twin Cities Babe Ruth league, parents, athletes, and coaches alike flocked to Stan Hedwall Park to celebrate a full season after a more abbreviated and … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/27/22

I-5 Toyota/Mountain Dew Takes Third, Renegades Fourth at Selah Tournament

At the Brent Edwards Memorial tournament in Selah this past weekend, a pair of local Legion baseball clubs had a good showing, with the Double-A I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew squad taking third while the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/27/22

2021 Centralia High School graduate Taylor Smith signs her letter of intent to play soccer this fall at South Puget Sound Community College after taking a gap year and playing with Twin City Union this past year.

Centralia Grad Taylor Smith Signs With SPSCC

After graduating from Centralia High School in 2021, and taking a year away from school to recharge, former soccer standout Taylor Smith has signed with South Puget Sound Community College to play … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/24/22

Central's Matt Poquette (25) goes up for a shot during a game at Saint Martin's University.

Long Wait Pays Off for Matt Poquette and CWU Hoops

After sporadic playing time and a pandemic-shortened season in 2021, former Morton-White Pass hoops star and current Central Washington University forward Matt Poquette finally had his … more

By Alec Dietz / alec@chronline.com | 6/24/22

Mossyrock's Hailey Brooks talks to a Mossyrock coach during a road game against Oakville on April 28.

1B Columbia Valley/Coastal Softball All League

Headlined by co-MVP Hailey Brooks and three all league picks, the Mossyrock softball team had a good showing on the 1B Columbia Valley All League teams. Brooks was named MVP along with … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/24/22