Luke G Thompson

3 weeks ago | yakimaherald.com | Luke G Thompson

A strong track season at the University of Portland earned former Eisenhower standout Jonas Price a unique opportunity to compete against elite runners this Saturday in Yakima. The only Yakima Valley high school athlete to break 9 minutes in the 3,200 meters said he's honored to be part of the elite field, which generally requires competitors to run at least a 4:02 mile.

3 weeks ago | yakimaherald.com | Luke G Thompson

At the end of every fall, North Carolina baseball coach Scott Forbes hands his players a sheet for selecting the team's captains for the upcoming season. In 2023, they chose West Valley graduate Jackson Van De Brake following his breakout debut season in Chapel Hill, N.C. After Van De Brake lost his starting spot during a frustrating second year at the plate, teammates still chose him as their captain last fall.

3 weeks ago | yakimaherald.com | Luke G Thompson

Yakima Valley's efforts to provide an entertaining home opener didn't go exactly as planned Tuesday night, both from a baseball perspective and a logistical one. The Pippins still created plenty of drama, keeping the game close thanks to strong pitching, as well as a failure to capitalize on opportunities offensively. Most importantly, Yakima Valley held on to beat Walla Walla 2-1, a much-needed win after two straight ugly losses in Wenatchee.

4 weeks ago | tri-cityherald.com | Luke G Thompson

May 30-When Zillah lost the SCAC's top sprinter to graduation last spring, the Leopards knew who would be ready to take over that leadership role. Aysia Garcia already looked the part after finishing third behind senior Mia Hicks in the 100 meters at the 2024 1A state track and field meet. This season's solidified Garcia's willingness to put in the work necessary to follow Hicks, who continues to excel and won the NWAC heptathlon during her freshman year at Clark College.

4 weeks ago | yakimaherald.com | Luke G Thompson

When Zillah lost the SCAC’s top sprinter to graduation last spring, the Leopards knew who would be ready to take over that leadership role. Aysia Garcia already looked the part after finishing third behind senior Mia Hicks in the 100 meters at the 2024 1A state track and field meet. This season’s solidified Garcia’s willingness to put in the work necessary to follow Hicks, who continues to excel and won the NWAC heptathlon during her freshman year at Clark College.