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Miles Martin slides into home plate after a wild pitch for I-5 Jeep Renegades in the first round of the A American Legion state tournament in Chehalis July 23.

I-5 Jeep Renegades Roar Back to Take First State Tournament Game

Staring down a 5-0 deficit early, the A American Legion I-5 Jeep Renegades came back to defeat Sedro Woolley, 9-5, Saturday night at Bearcat Stadium in Chehalis in the first round of the state … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/24/22

Austin Chapman swings at a pitch for I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew in the Brian Cox Tournament semifinals against I-5 Jeep Renegades July 17 at Ed Wheeler Field.

I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew Dispatches Blaine in First Round of State Tournament

In an exhibition of balance at the plate, I-5 Toyota Mountain Dew got off to a hot start in the first round of the AA American Legion state tournament in Selah, defeating Blaine, 13-4, Saturday … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/23/22

Clouds hang around foothills of Mount Rainier as an orange sky is seen above at sunrise.

Centralia Man, 70, Aims to Climb State’s Five Volcanoes in One Year

Some call turning 50 getting “over the hill.” For Neal Kirby, who spent over two decades as a school principal in Centralia, turning 70 means getting over the volcano — five … more

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

Willie’s Sports Shop’s team poses for a photo after taking home the Tyler Gussin Memorial Woodbat Slowpitch Tournament title last weekend in Centralia.

Willie’s Sports Shop Wins Tyler Gussin Woodbat Slowpitch Tournament

With all proceeds directly benefiting the Centralia baseball program, the Tyler Gussin Memorial Woodbat Slowpitch Tournament in Centralia had a great turnout, and was won by a team representing … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/21/22

Mount Rainier is seen from Forest Service Road 1260 outside of Packwood just after sunset in late June.

New Fees Proposed at Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Visitors to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest could soon pay more for parking and camping passes, with the forest service suggesting fee increases at several outdoor spots. If all proposed fees … more

By Sydney Brown / The Daily News | 7/20/22

Julio Rodriguez (44) of the Seattle Mariners celebrates his three-run home run in the third inning against the Oakland Athletics at T-Mobile Park on May 23, 2022, in Seattle, Washington.

Julio Rodriguez's Rise to Stardom Continues to Get Brighter

LOS ANGELES — As Ty France searched for an opening to get to his locker in the embarrassing closet that is the visitors clubhouse in Dodger Stadium, he understood that it wouldn't be simple given … more

By Ryan Divish / The Seattle Times | 7/20/22

New Adna head coach Jason Dunnagan (right) poses for a photo with his son, Jaxon (left) after a Pirates game.

Jason Dunnagan Steps Up to Pilot Pirate Football Program

It’s not exactly how longtime Adna resident and coach Jason Dunnagan planned on leaving coaching, but after the departure of KC Johnson, someone had to step up to help ease the transition, and keep … more

By Alec Dietz / alec@chronline.com | 7/20/22

The 14u Twin Cities Babe Ruth All-Star team poses for a photo after winning the South Washington title Sunday in Longview. Not pictured: Hudson Waterfield.

14u Twin Cities Babe Ruth All-Stars Advance to Regionals in Ferndale

Winning the South Washington title last weekend, the 14u Twin Cities Babe Ruth All-Star team went undefeated at the tournament in Longview, and will advance to regionals in Ferndale to play against … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/18/22

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

Mount St. Helens towers over the horizon and Coldwater Lake Tuesday evening.

In Focus: Coldwater Lake an Outdoor Oasis at Mount St. Helens

The Coldwater Lake Recreation Area is located 45 miles east of Castle Rock in the heart of the blast zone near the Science and Learning Center at Coldwater and Johnston Ridge Observatory. Visitors … more

7/15/22

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