The Senators scored 43 runs in their three-game sweep of the Campesinos, a record number of runs scored without a home run hit.
Author: Joshua Manes
Fight night in Keizer
Future Olympic hopefuls and purveyors of the pugilistic sweet science filled the ring in Keizer on Saturday, Aug. 6.
Inside Toe 2 Toe Boxing Gym, the crowd filled the seats and available standing room, ready for 12 bouts. 24 boxers, ages 11-30, representing 14 clubs from Oregon, Washington and California competed in the USA Boxing sanctioned event.
SKPS board bans concealed carry
In a 4-3 decision on Tuesday, Aug. 9, the Salem-Keizer School Board voted to ban the concealed carry of firearms on campuses.
With the approval of the resolution, it now goes to Superintendent Christy Perry to form and enforce a policy keeping those with concealed handgun licenses (CHL) from bringing firearms on campus.
Surging ‘Sinos sweep
Twice Mante Woods came up with the bases loaded in extra innings for the Campesinos this week. Twice he delivered walk-off wins.
There had only been one walk-off win this season in the Mavericks League — the Volcanoes last week against the Senators. With their two in Week 12, the Campesinos finished off a three-game sweep and are now only .5 game behind the Mavericks for first place.
Mavericks maintain first place with 2-1 series split
The Mavericks came into the week jostling with the Volcanoes at the top of the standings.
After the 2-1 series win against the Senators, the Mavericks hold a .5 game lead. But it’s now the Campesinos who sit directly behind the Mavericks.
OSAA announces officials shortage heading into the Fall
The Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) and the Oregon Athletic Officials Association (OAOA) have announced the open registration for officials for high school sports in a press release. The press release specified the “immediate need for officials in football, volleyball and soccer.” While registration is open through Sept. 30 to[Read More…]
Cherry Blossoms place second at Nationals
The Cherry Blossoms — Cherry City Roller Derby’s junior team — came home with silver from the Junior Roller Derby Association Championship on Saturday, July 30, and Sunday, July 31. The second place finish in the open division came in the Cherry Blossoms first trip to the JRDA Championships. The[Read More…]
Mavericks League announces ’22 All-Star selections
The Mavericks League announced their All-Star selections with an 18-man roster from the Volcanoes, Mavericks, Senators and Campesinos.
Wild week 11 in the Mavericks League
Week 11 of the Mavericks League provided some firsts for the league and season. The first walk-off win of the season, the first player to record a home run and be credited with the win, season debuts from a few players, and it all ended with standings still looking crowded.
USA Boxing in Keizer August 6
The sweet science is coming to Keizer on Saturday, Aug. 6, with the Better Health Boxing Show, an official USA Boxing event.
Toe 2 Toe Boxing Gym will be hosting the event, which is set to feature 10-12 bouts.