The AFL is set to return to operations in 2024 with a 16-team league, and Salem has been listed as one of the host cities. But despite the reports, there has been no confirmation from city officials regarding an arena league team coming to Salem.
Sports
PHOTOS: Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Gold Cup at McNary Golf Club
The Paralyzed Veterans of America held the 14th annual Gold Cup Golf Tournament at McNary Golf Club on Saturday.
Jamie Moyer scheduled to appear at Volcanoes Stadium Friday
Former Seattle Mariner and 25-year big league veteran Jamie Moyer will be at Volcanoes Stadium on Friday to sign autographs before and during the game between the Senators and Volcanoes.
Bone comes to Volcanoes Stadium
Former Seattle Mariner Jay “Bone” Buhner was at Volcanoes Stadium on Wednesday to sign autographs.
Hoopla XXIV to include one-on-one tournaments
Hoopla, the streetball basketball tournament set to return to Salem July 25-30 announced the inclusion of a one-on-one category to this year’s event.
Capitals hosting community picnic at Keizer Rapids Park
On Saturday, the Capitals will host the Salem Capitals Community Picnic at Keizer Rapids Park from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to celebrate the end of their second season.
Ironman returns to Salem July 23
Thousands of athletes and their supporters from around the world are heading to Salem for Ironman’s premiere endurance competition. Ironman 70.3 Oregon takes place on Sunday, July 23, 2023, beginning at 6:00 a.m. in Riverfront Park. The 70-mile racecourse features a 1.2-mile swim in the Willamette, a 56-mile bike ride[Read More…]
Jay Buhner appearing at Mavericks League game tonight
Former Seattle Mariner Jay Buhner will be at Volcanoes Stadium tonight signing autographs and taking photos with fans prior to the game between the Campesinos and Senators.
An official need
The OSAA and OAOA have seen a significant drop in the number of
officials for high school and middle school sports over recent years. And while the number is moving in the right direction, the need is still great.
Sullivan repeats at SK Beacons
Colby Sullivan was named the Beacons Athlete of the Year for boys golf at Saturday night’s Salem Keizer Beacon Awards, while Max Blanco earned the honor for boys wrestling.