Friday, September 04, 2026
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ARTICLES BY CALEB PEREZ

Tigers Cross Country ready for their biggest season yet

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers Cross Country team is already hard at work to be in top shape for the 2026 season. With a strong group of returning runners alongside a solid group of new faces, the Tigers are eager to hit the ground running this year. “I’m feeling energized,” …
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Lions set with smaller but strong squad

MOSES LAKE — Despite seeing a smaller roster this year, the Moses Lake Christian Academy Lions volleyball team is looking to build off their success from last season. With strong returners, the Lions are on track to stay competitive. “We lost some people, but we’ll be able to fill in, …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 8 HOURS, 40 MINUTES AGO

Huskies bring in senior experience for the coming season

OTHELLO — The Othello Huskies girls soccer team is preparing for another tough season in the Central Washington Athletic Conference. This year the Huskies are returning with an advantage as they bring back their full roster from last season. “We’re looking good; we’re trending in the right direction,” said Huskies …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 9 HOURS, 45 MINUTES AGO

New faces, same goals for the Eagles

SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Eagles volleyball team might look a little different this season with a new head coach and varsity lineup, but the structure of what was built in previous years will remain the same. This season, the Eagles are gearing up to remain competitive in the …
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Cougars look to return stronger for 2026

WARDEN — The Warden Cougars Cross Country team is preparing to get back onto the trails this season. While the group is small as of the early season, Warden is gaining traction for their combined middle/high school team. “So far so good,” said Cougars Head Coach Karla Banks. “A lot …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 10 HOURS, 45 MINUTES AGO

Devils strive for ‘One team, one goal’

WILSON CREEK — The Wilson Creek Devils are ready for another season of volleyball as they return a little younger, but still experienced. This year, the Devils are striving to become more unified and play together as one. “I’m looking forward to watching this team come together and do something …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 11 HOURS, 45 MINUTES AGO

Tigers fall in season opener to Omak

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers (0-1) began their volleyball season at home against the Omak Pioneers, falling 3-0 to their nonleague opponent. Despite opening the season on a loss, the Tigers are using this as a liftoff for improvement for the remainder of the season. “It was definitely more of …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 1 DAY, 13 HOURS AGO

Significant weather pattern change bringing cooler days

MOSES LAKE — The shift into fall weather has already begun to hit the Pacific Northwest this week as temperatures are set to cool significantly. These weather conditions are set to bring rain, wind and chances of temperatures of less than 36 degrees to many parts of Washington, according to …
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Basin Sports Schedule: Sept. 1-8, 2026

MOSES LAKE — The school year and fall competition have already started to kick off in the Columbia Basin. Check out where each of the local teams are heading for the first week of fall sports.
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Vikings volleyball ready to begin their season

MOSES LAKE — The Big Bend Community College Vikings volleyball team is having a successful preseason as they have worked and grown together through practice and some early season matches. With regular season fast approaching, the team is feeling excited to put their training to the test. “We’re feeling good,” …
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GALLERY: Gridiron Guide highlights

MOSES LAKE — The highlights from Gridiron Guide don't stop with just their stories. See below some bonus photos from your favorite teams around the Basin.
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Cougars plan to reload for this season

WARDEN — The Warden Cougars are deep in their preparations for their second season under Head Coach Brent Cox. As the early season practices continue, both players and coaches alike are looking forward to what they can accomplish this season. “I’m just really excited to get back out there,” said …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

Eagles look to ‘climb Everest’ under new leadership in 2026

SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Eagles are heading into the fall with a new head coach as Tony O’Neel steps into the leadership position for the 2026 season. O’Neel said he is excited for this opportunity to work with a program and sport he is very familiar with. “I’m …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

Tigers head into 2026 recharged and ready to compete

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers are gearing up for another competitive season of football in the Central Washington Athletic Conference. As the season draws near, the Tigers are ready to get back on the field and improve their skills after their successes last fall. “I think things are looking good …
COLUMBIA BASIN HERALD | UPDATED 1 WEEK AGO

'Baby' and Humphreys win Best in Show

MOSES LAKE — The Grant County Fair had a large variety of animals on display from FFA students around the basin. One student, incoming Moses Lake High School junior Sarah Humphreys, earned a prize ribbon for Best In Show with her goose named Baby. “We’ve had her for maybe eight …
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