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

New Beavs AD Nick Bamer Looking to Keep Momentum Rolling in Tenino

After guiding Winlock’s boys basketball team for the last seven years, and heading its athletic department as the Athletic Director since 2020, Nick Bamer is headed to the Stone City to become … more

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

Rochester’s Braden Hartley smiles after being named MVP.

When Lights Shined the Brightest, All-Area MVP Braden Hartley Produced

Not many pitchers can say they went toe-to-toe with two of the best three teams in the state and dominated offensively and defensively. When all was said and done, after playing in the best … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/9/22

Pe Ell-Willapa Valley’s Olivia Matlock smiles for a photo after being named MVP.

All-Area MVP Olivia Matlock Solidified Legacy with Dominant Postseason Run

Olivia Matlock’s brilliant run through the state tournament, after a disappointing showing in the district title against Adna, can be simplified into two stats. In three run-rule … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/9/22

Tenino's Megan Letts returns a volley against Connell's Ellen Wickham in the first round of the 1A State Tennis Tournament at the Yakima Golf Club May 27.

All 1A District 4 Girls Tennis

Putting together a pair of MVPs, the Tenino girls tennis team had a banner year in 2022, with Megan Letts earning a trip to state, a district title, and a district MVP award as voted on by coaches, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/31/22

Tenino pitcher Emily Baxter winds up to deliver a pitch to an Elma batter during a league home game on April 26.

1A Evergreen All League Softball

Though the Tenino softball team battled through a tough season, two Beavers were recognized for strong seasons on the 1A Evergreen All League teams as voted on by coaches. Emily Baxter was … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/31/22

Tenino baseball coach Ryan Schlesser talks to his team between innings of a home game agaisnt Toledo on March 16.

1A Evergreen All League Baseball

After improving tenfold on a one-win season last spring, the Tenino baseball team finished with a strong showing at the 1A Evergreen All League teams as voted on by coaches. Fifth-year … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/31/22

Tenino forward Tyler Minerich tracks the ball down against United March 15 at Tenino Beaver Stadium.

Beavers Earn Trio of Second Team Selections on All League List

With a first team 1A Evergreen team mostly comprised of Grays Harbor athletes — all but four of the 12 selections, and those two non-Grays Harbor athletes are from Forks and Ilwaco — the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/16/22

Tenino's Courtney Backman lines up an Elma pitch during a home game on April 26.

Beavers Knock Off 3A Timberline on Senior Day

In its last game of the season, the Tenino softball team picked up a Senior Day win over 3A Timberline, 11-2. It was a senior-heavy day for the Beavers, who picked up a cathartic win in … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/14/22

Tenino's Blaine Schott hands off to Salvador Ontiveros in the boys 4x100-meter relay at the 1A Evergreen League sub-districts on Friday in Montesano.

Beaver Boys Third, Girls Fifth at Sub-Districts

Tenino boys finished third as a team and Tenino girls placed fifth at the 1A Evergreen League sub-district championships in Montesano on Friday. The Beaver boys were led by freshman Carson … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/13/22

Tenino's Bailey McKitrick returns a hit from an Eatonville player during a No. 2 singles match at home on March 29.

Beavers Win Season Finale Shorthanded Against Cruisers

Playing in its regular season finale, the Tenino girls tennis team swept Eatonville on the road Friday, not dropping a single set in a dominant showing before 1A Districts next Wednesday. Megan Letts … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/13/22

Tenino senior Abby Severse connects on an Elma pitch during a home game on April 22.

Beavers Drop League Finale at Home

In its final league game, the Tenino softball team couldn’t muster enough offense in a 9-0 loss to Montesano at home Friday afternoon. The Beavers had four hits, but couldn’t put … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/13/22

Tenino's Easton Snider makes contact with a pitch against Eatonville in the 1A District 4 playoffs at Castle Rock May 13.

Beavers Come Up Just Short of Regionals in District Third-Place Game

CASTLE ROCK — Moved up due to rain in the forecast, and after pitching its third arm already in the third inning, the Tenino baseball team would have to once again reach into its bag of tricks … more

By Alec Dietz / alec@chronline.com | 5/13/22

Beavers Fall One Win Short of Regional Berth

CASTLE ROCK — Tenino baseball nearly pulled it off but ultimately fell just short of a regional playoff spot after taking an 8-7, season-ending loss in eight innings to King’s Way … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/13/22

Tenino's Mikey Vassar (6) yells in celebration during the Beavers' 8-6, loser-out victory over Eatonville in the 1A District IV playoffs Friday in Castle Rock.

Beavers Stay Alive for Regional Bid With Comeback Win

CASTLE ROCK — Trailing Eatonville 6-1 in third inning, Tenino baseball roared back to life with a six-run fourth inning and held on for an 8-6 victory in a loser-out match in the 1A District IV … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/13/22

Tenino boys soccer celebrates as a team after Paydon Henderson's penalty kick goal in the first half against Ilwaco May 4.

Beavers’ Season Ends in District-Playoff Loss to Monte

Tenino boys soccer’s run finally came to an end in a 1-0 loss to Montesano in the 1A District IV tournament on Tuesday. Montesano, which has been a thorn in the Beavers side this year, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/10/22

Tenino's Rilee Jones returns a serve from an Eatonville player in No. 1 doubles during a home meet on March 29.

Beavers Remain Unbeaten With Win Over Rockets

Tenino girls tennis swept all three singles matches and won in first doubles to complete a 4-1 victory over Castle Rock to remain undefeated in 1A Evergreen League play. Senior Megan Letts … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/10/22

Tenino's Carson Hart lines up an Elma pitch during a home game on April 29.

Beavers Fall to Consolation Bracket After Semifinal Loss to Eagles

The Tenino baseball team couldn’t carry its positive momentum past the 1A District 4 quarterfinals, falling to Elma in the district semis, 10-3, Tuesday at Olympic Stadium in … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/10/22

Tenino's Cody Strawn throws a pitch in the first inning of a 1A District 4 playoff game against Seton Catholic on Monday in Hoquiam.

Strawn’s Gem Helps Punch Beavers’ Ticket to District Semis

Behind Cody Strawn’s gem on the mound, and two RBIs on top of that performance, the Tenino baseball team defeated Seton Catholic in the first round of the 1A District Tournament Monday at … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/9/22

Tenino's No. 1 singles player Megan Letts returns an Eatonville serve during a home match on March 29.

Beavers Sneak Past Bruins as Letts Continues Unbeaten Start

In the first of four matches to be played for the Tenino girls tennis team this week, the Beavers edged Columbia (White Salmon) Monday afternoon, 3-2, to pick up another win. Full results … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/9/22

Beavers Still Searching for First League Win with Season Winding Down

In its 17th consecutive loss, the Tenino softball team was run-ruled by Eatonville in four innings, 10-0, Monday afternoon on the road. The Beavers managed just two hits and committed four … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/9/22