GALLERY: Basin football almost here
CALEB PEREZ | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 7 months, 2 weeks AGO
ACH Warriors Quarterback Max Grindy, front, awaits his turn in footwork drills during their practice. Grindy is filling in at quarterback to start the season while regular starter Caden Correia heals from injury.
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A Broncos football player runs routes during their first practice of the 2025 season. Head Coach Brendan Bermea said he sees a lot of potential in his team to be successful this season.
Two Mavericks football players battle it out during a seven-on-seven matchup at practice. Head Coach Brett Jay said he brings back an experienced roster with about 20 seniors.
A Soap Lake player runs with the ball during a practice drill last week. The Eagles are preparing for the start of the season next week.
Ephrata Tigers offensive linemen ready themselves to snap the ball during last week’s practice. The Tigers will be hosting a jamboree to kick off the football season.
A Huskies wide receiver catches and runs with the ball during practice last Friday. The Huskies are looking forward to another season of football and what their team can offer.
MOSES LAKE — The 2025 football season is almost a week away, with local high school football teams hitting the gridiron and preparing for week one. Here’s another glimpse into their practices.
Our annual Gridiron Guide publication is right around the corner. Pick up a copy of the Columbia Basin Herald on Friday, Aug. 29, for a look at the upcoming high school football season.
A Broncos football player runs routes during their first practice of the 2025 season. Head Coach Brendan Bermea said he sees a lot of potential in his team to be successful this season.
Two Mavericks football players battle it out during a seven-on-seven matchup at practice. Head Coach Brett Jay said he brings back an experienced roster with about 20 seniors.
A Soap Lake player runs with the ball during a practice drill last week. The Eagles are preparing for the start of the season next week.
Ephrata Tigers offensive linemen ready themselves to snap the ball during last week’s practice. The Tigers will be hosting a jamboree to kick off the football season.
A Huskies wide receiver catches and runs with the ball during practice last Friday. The Huskies are looking forward to another season of football and what their team can offer.ARTICLES BY CALEB PEREZ
Eagles fall to Entiat on the court
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Eagles boys and girls tennis teams both fell 2-3 against Entiat Tuesday evening. After a long day of matchups going back and forth, the Eagles came just short of earning team victories on both sides. “It was good, that was our second time playing them, and I felt like the kids played a lot better,” said Eagles Head Coach Lee Leavell. “I was a little nervous with them coming back from break, but they responded pretty well and despite us losing, I was pretty happy with it.”
Wildcats finish 1-3 in weekend series against St. Martins
LACEY — The Central Washington University Wildcats (9-29) wrapped up their road trip over the weekend 1-3 against Saint Martin’s with a 6-2 victory in game three Sunday, according to a statement by CWU Athletics. Their victory in game three was led by the Wildcats pitcher Zoey Theophilus. “Zoey had an outstanding weekend and was a huge reason we stayed competitive in every game, giving our offense the chance to do its job,” said Wildcats Head Coach Ronnie Ladines. “This team continues to improve each weekend, and it’s exciting to see the progress.”
Basin tennis roundup, April 4-11
MOSES LAKE — While many took a rest during their spring break, a handful of Columbia Basin tennis teams competed fiercely in matches as their seasons march forward. See below how your favorite teams have performed.