GALLERY: Basin spring sports
HERALD SPORTS STAFF | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 1 year, 12 months AGO
Othello sophomore Erick Cruz (5) advances the ball upfield against Connell on Saturday.
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Tiger Head Baseball Coach David Tempel talks with his catching crew on Tuesday. Tempel said he’s impressed with how the catchers and pitchers have worked to ensure they have solid strategies in place.
Moses Lake senior Kendall Reffett, right, stands on first base during a game against Eastmont in the 2023 season.
Quincy junior DJ Frerks catches the ball while standing on first base for an out during a game against Ephrata.
A Wahluke Boys Soccer player dribbles the ball during practice in front of a large “W” on the Wahluke High School soccer field March 4.
Broncos junior Brix Curtis chips the ball toward the green during a March 12 practice.
Ephrata teammates celebrate after a home run against East Valley (Yakima) in the 2023 season.
Othello Boys Golf player Ajay Parrish, right, practices with other team members at the driving range at Othello Golf Club Monday evening. Head Coach Trevor Salsbury said Parrish is likely his number one player this season.
COLUMBIA BASIN — Spring sports are now in full swing across the state, as local teams look to get strong starts to the year in their respective sports. Students and coaches have been working hard to ensure the competition is solid, whether it’s on the court, the pitch, the diamond or the course.
Tiger Head Baseball Coach David Tempel talks with his catching crew Tuesday. Tempel said he’s impressed with how the catchers and pitchers have worked to ensure they have solid strategies in place.
Moses Lake senior Kendall Reffett, right, stands on first base during a game against Eastmont in the 2023 season.
Quincy junior DJ Frerks catches the ball while standing on first base for an out during a game against Ephrata.
A Wahluke Boys Soccer player dribbles the ball during practice in front of a large “W” on the Wahluke High School soccer field March 4.
Broncos junior Brix Curtis chips the ball toward the green during a March 12 practice.
Ephrata teammates celebrate after a home run against East Valley (Yakima) in the 2023 season.
Othello Boys Golf player Ajay Parrish, right, practices with other team members at the driving range at Othello Golf Club Monday evening. Head Coach Trevor Salsbury said Parrish is likely his number one player this season.ARTICLES BY HERALD SPORTS STAFF
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