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Trout Derby adds a little something extra to lake fishing

MOSES LAKE — Anglers, cast your lines! The 2026 Trout Derby begins April 25. “We stock lakes all over the state,” said Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Communications Specialist Nicole Jordan. “Some of the fish are tagged, and people can catch a tagged fish and win a bunch of donated prizes.”

Looking for sheds provides the fun of the hunt

PLAIN — For people who like to spend as much time outdoors than they do indoors – if not more time outdoors – the woods provide a plethora of things to do and see. Some, like camping, have a broad appeal, while others are known to a own special set of enthusiasts. Not everybody is a shed hunter, after all. “What are you going in the woods for? Everybody has a reason why they go – hiking, enjoy the scenery, maybe see a deer or elk,” said DJ Sweet, Moses Lake. “Now add a twist to it.”

Tigers remain confident after tough start to the season

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers (0-3) hosted Wenatchee Tuesday afternoon, where they fell 0-16 on the pitch. Tigers Head Coach Lesa Trevino said after facing 4A teams for their first three games of the season, the team is better prepared for when they begin playing in league.

Basin teams begin track and field season at Ephrata Ice Breaker

EPHRATA — The Ephrata Tigers hosted 12 teams, including the Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian School Lions, Othello Huskies, Soap Lake Eagles and Wahluke Warriors for the Ephrata Ice Breaker. The first track and field meet of the season worked to set the tone for the season as newer athletes got a taste of competition, and the returners had an opportunity to make a strong start to their season.

Knights fend off the Warriors at home

ROYAL CITY — The Royal Knights (3-0-2) defeated the Wahluke Warriors (3-1-1) 2-0 Tuesday. Royal Assistant Coach Adan Martinez said their previous games leading up to Tuesday prepared them for this game.

Central Washington falls in sweet-16

ELLENSBURG — The Central Washington Wildcats (25-7) were defeated 57-51 Monday by California State Polytechnic University Broncos, Pomona in the sweet-16 of the NCAA Division two tournament. Head Coach Randi Richardson reflected positively on the season and her team, according to a statement by CWU Athletics.

‘I’d take 100 of him’

Mason Bradford signs letter of intent to Whitworth golf

MOSES LAKE — Mason Bradford of the Moses Lake Mavericks golf team signed his letter of intent to Whitworth University to continue playing golf at the next level Thursday afternoon. “The last four years (I've been) looking forward to going somewhere and continuing with golf and just blessed to be able to play at the next level and play the game I love,” Bradford said.

Cougs fall in midweek game at Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — The Washington State Cougars (7-12) fell short to Utah 8-5 Tuesday after an unsuccessful late push by WSU.

Huskies reach 13-game win streak after wins over Maryland and North Dakota

SEATTLE — The University of Washington Huskies softball team (23-6) had a strong showing over the last week of competition as they extended themselves to a 13-game winning streak. The Huskies faced Maryland last weekend in a set of three games and North Dakota Wednesday evening. In Friday’s game, Maryland was the first on the board after Anna McGowan hit an RBI double in the opening inning. The Huskies responded in the bottom of the second, with a two-RBI single from Alexis DeBoer that scored Melody Acevedo and Sophi Mazzola. Giselle Alvarez slammed a home run to put the Huskies up 4-1.

Jacks 5th grade basketball team earns third in state

QUINCY — The Quincy Jackrabbits fifth-grade team finished third in the state tournament in Spokane to conclude their basketball season. The young team worked hard since October, and those efforts were rewarded as they finished as one of the top three teams in the state.