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.
Moses Lake BMX showed growth, strength in ‘25
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake BMX group had a big year in 2025 as they experienced growth in their riders and the facility. With the season ending in November, Jeff Niehenke, President of Moses Lake BMX, has had time to reflect and plan for what’s to come at the start of the next season. “This year went really well,” said Niehenke. “We were in two new beginner leagues, and we just had a lot of growth from the beginner leagues.”
Freewind Martial Arts awards Joni’s Angels scholarship
MOSES LAKE — On Friday, Freewind Martial Arts and Joni’s Angels partnered together to award a scholarship to 9-year-old Elias Rustin. His thoughts on being named the first recipient were simple. “Really excited,” he said.
