Othello youth soccer looking for volunteer coaches
OTHELLO – On Monday, the City of Othello announced it needs more volunteer coaches for Othello MLS GO, a local youth soccer group. According to Parks and Recreation Coordinator Valerie Hernandez, this is not an unusual need to have. Prior coaching experience is not required, she said.
BASIN BOX SCORE: Charity golf, demo derby hall of fame, and football is back
On this episode of the Basin Box Score, Caleb Perez and Mike Maynard discuss several recent sport events in the Columbia Basin. ESA held their annual charity golf tournament. Demo derby legend is inducted into the hall of fame. High school football is in the air as players return to the gridiron for their first practices of the season.
Trainers, coaches, athletes discuss benefits of summer programs
MOSES LAKE – As high school sports kick off this weekend, that means summer athletics is officially coming to an end. Local athletes all over the Basin have spent their summer playing in leagues like the Central Washington Sixers program.
Moses Lake Jr. Mavericks kick off season with action-packed weekend
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Jr. Mavericks roared into the 2025 youth football season this past Saturday, as all five teams hit the road for a thrilling opening weekend of competition across Eastern Washington. The fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade squads traveled to Othello to face off against the Jr. Huskies, and they came ready to play. The fourth-grade Mavericks set the tone early with a dominant 25-0 shutout victory. The fifth-grade followed with a hard-fought 27-19 win, and the sixth-grade team completed the sweep, blanking Othello 31-0 in a commanding performance.
BASIN BOX SCORE: Basin sports recap of soccer, volleyball, football and slow pitch, and upcoming sporting events
MOSES LAKE - On this episode of the Basin Box Score Mike Maynard and Cheryl Schweizer recap the previous week of Basin sports as the new season has kicked off. From football to volleyball and soccer, Basin teams have started the season on fire. Additionally, we look ahead at the upcoming slate of Basin action this weekend and the Othello Rodeo.
Freewind Martial Arts places top 10 in competition
MOSES LAKE — Over the weekend, Freewind Martial Arts competed in the Warriors Way Cup at Beasley Coliseum in Pullman. In addition to Freewind, 20 other schools attended and competed. Freewind Instructor Brandi Guertin had high praise for her group. “Freewind achieved a commendable ninth place overall. Our team results included four first-place, four second-place, and four third-place finishes. We are honored and proud to represent our community in martial arts competition,” she wrote in a statement. Freewind Martial Arts celebrated its 44th birthday on Sept. 16, said Guertin.
Local riders take first in BMX Gold Cup in Seattle
MOSES LAKE – Last weekend, best friends KJ Gilman and Logan Vela placed first in their respective groups in the northwest Gold Cup Finals at the SeaTac BMX track. KJ said it was a great experience. “The ride over there was really nice and calm. As soon as I got that first (place) I was super happy,” he said.
Grid Kids Football enters the midseason
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Grid Kids football season is now in its fourth week. The program’s administrator, Brian Gwinn, said the season has been going great. along with the addition of a separate girls' flag football part of the program.
Jr. Mavs dominate in weekend matchups
MOSES LAKE – The Moses Lake Jr Mavs had another successful day of football last Saturday, with each team that played at home earning a win. The fourth, fifth and seventh-grade teams all hosted at Lions Field. “Our fourth-grade boys played another tough game and were the most physical team,” said fourth-grade head coach Josh Herrod. “It’s fun watching their growth and progression. Everything we’ve thrown at them; they’ve been able to handle so far. We’ve worked hard on winning at the snap on both sides and you can see the progress.”
BASIN BOX SCORE: Local sports recap, Mariners, and upcoming top matchups
MOSES LAKE - On this episode of the Basin Box Score, hosts Mike Maynard and Caleb Perez discuss recent events in Basin sports. The Moses Lake cross country team recently returned from the Woodbridge Invitational in California. The Mavericks slow pitch team remains undefeated. Caleb shares an update on youth football in Moses Lake. The Mariners finishing their historic season strong and Washington football has a big weekend ahead of them.
