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Billies hold off young Lions, 20-18

COTTAGE GROVE – After a 2-1 start and their first 40+ point performance since 2023, it was obvious that first-year coach Kenny Koberstein of the Pleasant Hill football team had the Billies humming again. But the official stamp of approval came Friday, when the Class…

‘Intentional leadership’ focus of OSAA event

EUGENE – The Second annual Captains Camp concluded last Saturday at North Eugene High School, where team captains and aspiring captains from Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) member schools across the state gained insights and skill development on leadership through inspiring local role models, energizing…

Millers edge Highlanders, Creswell cruises, and league play begins

In area football last week, Springfield edged out North Eugene 35-34 last Friday. Springfield’s ground game, led by Khamani James’ 180 yards and two touchdowns, powered an offensive explosion. The 35 points were the Millers’ most points scored since Oct. 11 last year. Millers head…

Lions drop Marist, Bulldogs stay hot, league play heats up

Cottage Grove volleyball lost to Marist Catholic narrowly 3-2. They will play again in another Sky-Em game. Last year, the Lions went 1-1 with the Spartans. Creswell had impressive scoring performances against Siuslaw / Mapleton and Pleasant Hill last week. They racked up 6 goals…

Nguyen, Antone lead charge as Bulldogs and Colts stay hot

Cottage Grove lost to Class 4A powerhouse Marist last week 6-0. Goalkeeper Nora Heegard recorded more than 20 saves. In Class 3A, Creswell went 2-0 last week, with a notable win against Pleasant Hill on Tuesday. In their 1-0 win against the Billies, junior Mila…

Mustin rushes Creswell to victory

CRESWELL – Things weren’t looking promising for the Creswell Bulldogs early this season. After an 0-2 start, key injuries, and a general lack of execution, the Bulldogs were looking more like the “Under Dawgs” with each game. But first-year head coach Chase Beach remained confident…