Oregon Coast News - February 15, 2010
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Morris
Autopsies performed Saturday on two Bandon homicide victims showed they “died from multiple gunshot wounds to various part of their bodies,” according to a news release from Coos Co. District Attorney R. Paul Frasier. Law enforcement agencies across the nation are still on the lookout for the suspect, 33-year old Gabriel C. Morris, along with his 33-year old wife Jessica Marie Morris and their four-year old daughter Kalea Morris. The FBI has joined the search after it was reported the family was seen in the San Diego, CA area, and recorded on a surveillance camera video at a business in Meza, AZ on Feb. 10. Gabriel Morris has family in Louisiana and Florida. A Material Witness warrant for Jessica Morris was issued Friday. Gabriel Morris is the son of one of the victims, 62-year old Robin Anstey. The other victim is Anstey’s boyfriend 48-year old Robert Kennelly. Morris is believed to be armed and dangerous. The National Center for Missing and Endangered Children has joined in the effort to locate Kalea. “By going to missingkids.com and going to the Oregon section of the website, you may view a poster that has been prepared by the center. I am informed that the center has already sent thousands of copies of this poster across the country to help in the search.”
Crab landings
Charleston remained number one for commercial Dungeness Crab landings through the month of January among Oregon’s coastal ports according to the Oregon Dungeness Crab Commission. Executive Director Nick Furman says commercial crabbers through the first month of the year landed 20,398,501 lbs. coast wide, while Charleston’s share came in at 6,017,368 lbs. The Boat Value for Charleston through December and January is $10.6 million. Adding a “Local Economic Impact” with a x2 multiplier, and the total value hits $21.2 million. The Commercial Dungeness Crab Season runs from December through August; however, the “Lion’s Share,” is normally caught during the first two months of the season.
California Salmon Runs
A report in the “Oregon Anglers Bulletin” this month states “California’s once most abundant salmon runs came in at a new all time record low in 2009.” The article refers to a report from the Pacific Fisheries Management Council (PFMC) that shows 39,530 natural and hatchery Sacramento River Fall Chinook adults were estimated to have returned to the Sacramento River basin for spawning. “The 2009 adult escapement estimate is the lowest on record and continues the declining trend in SRFC escapement despite the 2008 and 2009 closures of nearly all ocean Chinook fisheries south of Cape Falcon…” on the North Oregon Coast. The article goes on to state that the last three years of salmon returns have each set new record lows and coincide directly with three of the highest years of Delta water diversions in the Central Valley. “Delta pumping kills juvenile salmon migrating through the Delta to the sea.” The Central Valley stocks typically provide 90 percent of all king salmon harvest off California and 60 percent of all king salmon harvested off Oregon in both sport and commercial fisheries. The Pacific Fishery Management Council report can be found at: http://www.pcouncil.org/salmon/salsafe09/salsafe09.html.
South Coast jobs
According to the South Coast Labor Trends from the Oregon State Employment Dept., “Coos County’s payroll employment fell by 220 in December. Over the year, the county lost 1,090 jobs, for a decline of 4.8 percent. In Curry County, payroll employment fell by 50 in December, for an over-the-year loss of 410 jobs.
Tsunami mapping
Bandon is one of eight communities on the Oregon Coast chosen for the first year of accelerated funding for a new TsunamiReady, TsunamiPrepared program from the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI). The program, funded by a multi-year, multi-million dollars grant from the National Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program, intends to enhance and expand tsunamis preparedness by remapping inundation zones along the Oregon Coast. Utilizing state of the art computer modeling and laser based terrain mapping (lidar), the outcome will reported create new and more accurate tsunami evacuation maps for the entire 362-mile long coast. Other communities chosen include Yachats, Waldport and Seal Rock on the Central Coast, and Rockaway Beach, Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler on the North Coast.
Quakes
The Pacific Ocean sea floor shook Friday afternoon and Sunday morning off the Oregon Coast. According to the U.S. Geological survey a 4.4-magnitude earthquake was recorded 166-miles west to northwest of Barview at Coos Bay at 3:38 p.m., followed by a 3.3 at 10:43 a.m. Sunday, 104-miles west of Port Orford. The horizontal quakes in the Cascadia Subduction Zone did not create a tsunami or any warnings. A couple of small earthquakes were also recorded on land in the Eureka, CA area. A 2.4-magnitude occurred Saturday at 8:05 p.m., 12-miles southeast of the Humboldt County Seat followed by a 2.8-magnitude Sunday morning at 12:22 a.m., 37-miles south of Eureka.
Drowning
A 72-year old Lake Oswego area male drowned Sunday while attempting to save his dog at D-River Wayside, in Lincoln City. Richard William (aka Bill) Davis threw a stick into the Pacific Ocean for his dog to retrieve; however, when the dog got caught by a wave and was pulled further offshore, the male went into the surf. Another wave hit him and pulled him away from the beach. The dog made it back to shore. The victim was visiting the area with family members for the weekend.
Roseburg Fire Products
Two firefighters were injured while fighting a fire Friday evening at the Roseburg Forest Products’ powerhouse south of Dillard. Sawdust in the air reportedly ignited and caused an explosion that included a 75-foot high fireball. The two firefighters were inside the building when it exploded. One was treated and released from Mercy Medical Center in Roseburg, while the other was transferred to the Oregon Burn Center at Legacy Emanuel Hospital in Portland with first and second degree burns to his face.
Body
Following an autopsy of a badly decomposed body found tangled in a farmer’s fence line near Elkton in Northern Douglas Co. Feb. 5th, investigators say the deceased subject was a male, approximately 30 to 50 years of age, light skin, about 5-6 tall and may have weighed between 170 and 180 pounds. He had shoulder length curly black hair with silver streaks and was wearing several layers of clothing including blue denim jeans, a 1997 Green Bay Packers Super Bowl sweatshirt, a black and orange Oregon State Beavers sweatshirt, a red Chicago Bulls jacket and size 8½ New Balance tennis shoes. The cause of death is still under investigation; however, nothing suspicious was discovered during the autopsy according to a news release from the Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Douglas Co. Sheriff’s Office at (541) 440-4471.
Heroin
Two Central Oregon Coast men were arrested on drug charges involving heroin during the execution of search warrants by the Lincoln Interagency Narcotics Team (LINT) on Feb. 10 in Depoe Bay and Lincoln City. Fifty-two year old Jeffrey Alan Schaad, who lives with his elderly parents and wears an ankle bracelet while on probation for a drug-related conviction, was arrested in Depoe Bay. Investigators found 12.5 grams of suspected heroin, OxyContin pills and nearly $6,000 in cash. Sixty-two year old Bruce Robert Spencer, Lincoln City, was found in possession of approximately 10 grams of suspected heroin and other evidence. Both were lodged in the Lincoln Co. Jail at Newport.
Coin flip
A 1971 Eisenhower silver dollar was used to break a tie for a vacant seat on the Brookings City Council on Monday, Feb. 8th. Hedda Markham chose heads and Brent Hodges agreed to take tails. Brookings Municipal Court Judge Richard Harper conducted the flip that turned up heads giving the seat to Hodges. The City Council was tied at two-votes apiece over the selection leading up to the coin flip.
Whitty seek re-election
Nikki Whitty announced last week she is seeking re-election to the Coos County Bosard of Commission Position #2. According to a news release, “I love my job”, said Whitty, “I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve the citizens of Coos County.” Whitty spent many years working in the Oregon State Capitol and was the South Coast Area Manager for CCD Business Development Corporation before running for the County Commission. Whitty went on to say “I had no idea that the experience I gained in my previous positions would be so important and helpful to the job of County Commissioner. I had the opportunity to become acquainted with so many people that are in a position to help out or offer advice when a constituent needs assistance.” “I learned early on that trust is the most important asset you can have and you don’t earn that trust overnight, you earn it over time by working hard, being honest, and following through” said Whitty. Whitty says one of her strengths is assisting in bricks and mortar type projects. Financing for those projects are available, they create good paying construction jobs and the new buildings live on long after the project has been completed. If it is a growth project then the opportunity for job creation is there. Whitty's experience working with budgets brought about changes in how the County budget is developed. “In 2000 the Commissioners changed the way the county budget is prepared”, said Whitty, “and in 2006 we saw the handwriting on the wall and realized our revenue was likely to drop. The general fund budget for 2009-2010 is nearly $4 million less than it was in 2006-2007. The County provides valuable services for all county residents in the area of public safety, veterans’ services, public and mental health, assessment and taxation, recording and elections and for residents outside city limits we provide planning services. The county workforce creates an economic engine that helps support local businesses.” “I’m excited about the future”, said Whitty, “we are beginning to see and hear about some activity, but we have much work ahead of us in the area of public safety, job creation and retention, energy opportunities and in general keeping our heads above water in light of possible revenue decreases”. I want to be part of our solution and by working together, I’m confident we can get the job done!” Whitty will be holding a Meet and Greet at Benetti’s Restaurant on March 11, 2010 from 5 pm to 7 pm.
PLSO
At the 51st Anniversary meeting of the Professional Land Surveyors of Oregon, (PLSO), Walter White of North Bend was elected Southwest Chapter President. The organization held its meeting with over 450 public and private sector surveyors, at the end of January in Salem. The organization is open to all licensed surveyors and those who are working towards professional licensing and to students pursuing an education in the field. For more information visit www.PLSO.org or call 503-585-4551.
Disturbance
A report of a “disturbance in downstairs apt.,” on the 400 block of Hall St. in Coos Bay early Friday morning, 1:50 a.m., led to the arrest of 26-year old Jonathan Black on a Parole Violation detainer. According to an entry on the police log, he was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
MIP
A juvenile was transported to a residence after being contacted on the 900 block of Maryland Ave. in Coos Bay early Friday morning, 12:59 a.m. According to an entry on the police log, the juvenile was referred to the Coos Co. Juvenile Dept. for MIP.
Probation violation
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Thursday morning, 8:27 a.m., Mingus Park, “large group of juveniles going into the park.” Seventeen year old Mark Socia was arrested on a Probation Violation charge and transported to Coos Co. Juvenile Detention in Coquille.
Barn fire
According to an entry on the Coquille Police log for Thursday morning, 7:08 am., Fish Trap Road, a male reported a “barn on fire.”
Warrant
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for early Friday morning, 1:48 a.m., 1400 block Sherman Ave., Parkside Motel, a Douglas Co. warrant was served on 31-year old Christopher Louis Richard Penuel for Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle and additionally cited for PCS Meth and PCS Less than an Oz. Marijuana. Twenty-two year old Holly Maree Dominguez was arrested on a Probation Violation and additional charges of PCS Meth.
DWS
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for 11:46 p.m., Thursday night, Thompson and Koos Bay Blvd., 23-year old Joel Lea cited for DWS-Violation and Driving Uninsured. Also warned for Excessive Noise, VBR and PCS Less than an Oz. Marijuana.
DWS
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Thursday morning, 3:38 a.m., Hwy. 101 & Myrtle St., 29-year old Matthew Wayne Danforth cited for DWS-Violation and Driving Uninsured. Warned for Expired Tags.
Mail theft
All rural route mailboxes between Bridge and Remote on Hwy. 42 were reported to be open Thursday afternoon, according to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log. “Appears all mail taken out.”
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for early Saturday morning, 2:40 a.m., 1900 block NW Ocean Blvd., 21-year old Logan Alan Link arrested on a DUII charge (BAC .11%). Cited and released at CBPD, “vehicle secure at the scene.”
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for early Saturday morning, 2:08 a.m., 2000 block Newmark Ave., Walmart, “subject passed out in driver’s seat of parked vehicle.” Thirty-seven year old Robert Allen Parkes charged with DUII (BAC .17%), transported to Coos Co. Jail at Coquille, “vehicle secure at the scene.”
DUII
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Friday night, 8:53 p.m., So. Broadway & Curtis, “2 vehicle non-injury accident.” Sixty-four year old Evelyn May Stephens arrested for DUII (BAC .19%), cited and released at CBPD. “Vehicle secured at the scene.”
Mooned
A 26-year old female complained to Coos Bay Police Friday night, 8:37 p.m., No. Cammann St. in the Empire District, “male juvenile just mooned her.”
Probation
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Friday, 7:13 p.m., 1400 block No. Bayshore Dr., “assault.” Twenty-seven year old Deanna Deroest in custody for Probation Violation. Twenty-five year old Daniel Deroest in custody for Violation of Restraining Order and Probation Violation. Also cited for PCS Less than an Oz. Marijuana. Andrew Cameron arrested for Probation Violation.
Probation
According to an entry on the Coquille Police log for Friday, 3:54 p.m., 155 No. Adams St., Parole & Probation, 25-year old Sarah Smith arrested on a charge of Probation Violation.
Warrant
According to an entry on the Coos Bay Police log for Friday, 2:07 p.m., City Hall, 53-year old James Grayson arrested on Coos Co. Sheriff’s warrant for Failure to Appear on Assault IV and Harassment. Also cited for DWS – Violation.
UEMV
Two individuals were arrested and another was referred after Coos Bay Police responded early Friday morning, 5:17 a.m., to an Unlawful Entry into Motor Vehicle complaint on the 900 block of Elrod St. According to an entry on the police log, all three were charged with UEMV and MIP. Two were arrested with BAC’s of .12% & .16%, and additionally charged with PCS Schedule II – Methamphetamine. The third was referred for UEMV and MIP with a BAC of .23%. The log also shows UEMV reports came in later at 6:40 a.m., from the 300 block of So. 8th St., 6:49 a.m. from the 100 block So. 9th, 6:52 a.m. from the 100 block So. 9th, 6:53 a.m. 100 block So. 9th, 7:07 a.m. 10th & Commercial, and 7:27 a.m. 1200 block Alder.
DUII
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for early Saturday morning, downtown area, 19-year old Kyle Michael Earls cited for DUII (BAC .14%), and cited for False Information to an Officer.
Parole violation
A report of a “suspicious vehicle” at Florida and Sheridan avenues in North Bend early Saturday morning, 2:16 a.m., led tot eh arrest of 40-year old Patrick Ray Miller on a charge of Parole Violation.
Intoxicated
A report of an “extremely intoxicated female” led to the arrest of 18-year old Rachel Coleen Hall on charges of MIP-Alcohol, Disorderly Conduct and Interfering and Resisting Arrest, according to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Friday night, 9:21 p.m., Sherman and Virginia avenues.
DWS
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Friday, 9:12 p.m., Broadway Ave. & 12th St., 39-year old Gregory Lance Nidever cited for DWS – Violation and Driving Uninsured. Also warned for Defective Lighting.
DWS
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Friday, 8:32 p.m., Clark St. & Myrtle Ave., 62-year old Donna Rae Allen cited for DWS – Violation and Driving Uninsured.
Assault
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Sunday morning, 3:21 a.m., 3000 block Oak St., “neighbor from across the street came over and asked them to call the police. RP advised she is currently sitting in her vehicle at her residence. Unknown circumstances.” Twenty-five year old Cari Stillwell, North Bend, was taken into custody on a charge of Assault IV Domestic and transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Assault
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Saturday, 2:39 p.m., 2400 block 13th Ave., “RP reported intoxicated male subject drove from their home approximately 7 minutes prior to call, then added that he had hit her as well.” “Suspect then called NBPD asking officer to respond to his home.” Forty-eight year old Ronald Lynn Steele, North bend, arrested on a charge of Assault IV Domestic.
Accident
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Saturday, 12:50 p.m., 500 block Exchange St., “reported her vehicle rolled down her hill and into the neighbor’s home, she advised no one is home at the neighbor’s hour.”
Accident
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Saturday, 12:17 p.m., Newmark & Brussells, traffic accident. Nineteen-year old Davis Van Luong, Pendleton, arrested on Umatilla Co. Sheriff’s warrant for Failure to Appear on Criminal Mischief II & III charges. Also cited for Following Too Close. He was transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille.
Warrant
According to an entry on the North Bend Police log for Saturday, 8:31 a.m., Newmark & Sheridan, 44-year old Donald Jeffrey Strickland, Coos Bay, arrested on a Lane Co. warrant for Failure to Appear on Assault IV, Menacing charges. Transported to Coos Co. Jail in Coquille and warned for DWS Misdemeanor.
Inappropriate
A 19-year old female contacted Coos Bay Police early Sunday morning, 1:17 a.m., 100 block North 2nd St., “wanting to report ‘inappropriate activity’ in the lot near location.” Eighteen year old Laureljeanine Hayward, 20-year old Cadee Peterson, 19-year old Nicholas Paz, and 18-year old Nicholas Foster were all cited for MIP.
Welfare check
A “welfare check on mother of child” call to Coos Bay Police resulted in the arrest of a 24-yer old male early Sunday morning, 12:42 a.m., on the 1200 block Embarcadero. According to an entry on the police log, Ernest Rollins was charged with Contempt of court, Failure to Appear on an original charge of Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. He was transported to Tree Acres where Reedsport Police took custody of him on their warrant.
Assault
According to an entry on the Coquille Police log for Saturday, 10:45 p.m., Coquille Broiler, “requests subject be removed, then said he’s assaulted the bartender.” Thirty-six year old Dereck Padgett was arrested on charges of Disorderly Conduct, Criminal Trespass & Harassment. Transported to the Coos Co. Jail at Coquille. Victim listed as a 41-year old female.
Boat
Two males and a small child were reportedly rescued while boating on the Coquille River Saturday, 4:25 p.m. According to an entry on the Coos Co. Sheriff’s log, “approached Deputy Andrews reporting boat in distress on river toward Bandon from Sturdivant Park, 12’ green boat 2 males & small child, trying to start motor, pulling themselves upriver by the branches. Subjects rescued & their boat towed back to Sturdivant Boat Ramp.”
Theft
A theft was reported at a construction site on Saturn Lane Saturday morning, 7:47 a.m., to the Coos Co. Sheriff’s Office. A 53-year old male reported, “many power tools, air compressor, various equipment,” were taken.
WX
Mostly cloudy along the Oregon Coast with a chance of rain by afternoon. Highs in the lower to mid 50s and south winds 10-15 mph. Rain tonight with lows in the mid 40s to lower 50s and south winds 10-20 mph. Rain likely on Tuesday.
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MHS bxb
They weren’t even born yet the last time Marshfield won a Midwestern League boy’s basketball title. Their only connection with that team was in the form of the Coos Bay school’s Athletic Director Bryan Trendell who played on that Pirate team the finished third in state that year. Marshfield Principal Greg Mulkey, after the home team wrapped up the title with a 56-52 win over North Eugene last Friday in the Pirate Palace, stated over the public address system during a short trophy presentation ceremony, that it was only fitting that Trendell present the trophy to the Pirates. Second year head coach Jesse Ainsworth, a Marshfield grad himself, accepted the trophy on behalf of the Pirates and quickly gave it to his star guard Kyle Tedder, and the rest of the team huddled around the senior with the trophy raised high. After accepting congratulations from families, friends and fans, the Marshfield players took turns snipping the net down from the east basket. Ainsworth made the final cuts and hoisted the net high. He also shouted out thanks to everyone for attending and then told them they are not through yet and invited them all back next Friday when the Pirates (8-2, 12-8) host one of four teams in the 5A Midwestern League tournament. The win over the Highlanders (7-3, 13-7) clinched the home court advantage for Marshfield. Churchill (6-4, 14-7) hosts Willamette (0-10, 7-15) Tuesday and Springfield (6-4, 11-10) hosts Thurston (3-7, 10-10). The Pirates will get to choose who it wants to play out of the two winners in Coos Bay on Feb. 19th in the Final Four. Three teams will come out of the Final Four to determine the league’s three teams into the OSAA state playoffs which begin March 3rd for the No. 3 team, and March 6th for the No. 2 and No. 1 teams. The game with the Highlanders, who beat Marshfield in the first round 59-51, was close throughout. The Pirates jumped out to a 17-11 lead after one, but North outscored Marshfield 14-7 in the second to forge a one-point advantage at half-time, 25-24. Both teams scored 11 in the third setting up the final 8 minutes. It wasn’t until late in the period that the Pirates were finally able to move in front for good. Tedder scored 15 for the game, 12 in the second half, but it was the play of sophomore Colton Thurman off the bench that sparked the team. Thurman had nine-points in the second half and 13 for the game, including a tough breakaway lay-in chasing down a long pass from Tedder following a defensive steal. Junior Evan Griffin stroked three 3-pointers, and senior Joey Morgan was tough the entire game on the boards. All of North’s players scored, led by sophomore Demerick Taylor who had three, three’s and 17-points. He hit a smooth three up top with time running out, but North had to foul and Tedder and sophomore Dalton Milburn converted their late free throws to seal the win. Marshfield’s JV team, with seven players, beat the Highlanders 61-56. North Eugene’s girls beat Marshfield 60-25 in Eugene Friday night. Emily Beasley led the Lady Pirates with eight-points. Thurston won the girl’s title (10-0, 17-2), while Willamette (7-3, 17-4) and North Eugene (7-3, 15-5) tied for second, followed by Springfield (4-6, 9-9), Marshfield (2-8, 4-16), and Churchill (0-10, 3-15). Marshfield plays at Springfield Tuesday in the league tournament.
NBHS bxb
North Bend opened the third round of 4A Far West League basketball with an 82-51 win at Douglas Friday night to maintain sole possession of first place. Sophomore Logan Lucero scored a season-high 28-points and junior Jake Lucero added 15. North Bend is 9-2 in league and 16-3 overall. Douglas falls to 3-8, 5-13. Sutherlin (7-4, 8-12) won at Siuslaw (1-10, 2-15), 61-36, and Brookings-Harbor (8-3, 12-6) downed South Umpqua (5-6, 11-8), 59-56. North Bend’s girls (9-2, 12-7) remained tied with Sutherlin (9-2, 16-4) for first place with a 44-27 win at Douglas (5-6, 10-7). Sutherlin beat Siuslaw (0-11, 2-16) 36-19. Brookings-Harbor (8-3, 14-4) beat South Umpqua (2-9, 4-15) 70-38.
SOCC bxb
Lane Community College outscored visiting Southwestern Oregon Community College in both halves en route to a 105-92 men’s NWAACC basketball win in Eugene Saturday night. The Titans (4-6, 8-13) hit 55% of their shots during the game to the Lakers’ 46%. Lee Van Pelt led SOCC (4-6, 9-13) with 28-points, followed by Terrence Stanley’s 18 and Ray Flynn’s 15. Lane won the women’s game as well, 104-57. Both teams shot poorly in the first half, 39% for the first place Titans (9-1, 20-2) to 29% for the Lakers. SOCC (4-6, 10-11) had 33 turnovers in the game. Heather Springe led Southwestern with 13-points, while Brianna George and Meredith Mackey each had eight. The Lakers play at Portland and Mt. Hood this weekend.
Midwestern sw
Marshfield finished third in the girl’s portion of the 5A Midwestern League District Swim Championships Saturday at Willamalane Pool in East Springfield. North Eugene won the girl’s title with 427-points, while Willamette was second with 369, followed by the Lady Pirates with 320. The Highlanders also won the boy’s portion with 367-points, while Marshfield was second with 334 and Willamette third with 324.
District 4 sw
North Bend’s girls won the District 4 Swim Championships at the North Bend Municipal Pool on Saturday, 263-258 over Marist of Eugene, while Cottage Grove won the boy’s by edging the host Bulldogs, 283-274. North Bend senior Rachel Heaney won two individual events (500 Freestyle & 100 Backstroke) and anchored the winning 200-yard Freestyle Relay, while freshman Kelsey Morgan took the 100 Breaststroke. On the boy’s side, sophomore Kevin Waller took the 100 and 200 Freestyle, while senior Matthew Johnson won both the 50 Freestyle and 100 Backstroke. Junior James Verger took the 500 Freestyle. The Bulldogs also won the 200 and 400 Freestyle Relays. The state swimming championships are this weekend at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham.
Midwestern wr
Thurston won its fifth straight 5A Midwestern League District Wrestling Championship on Saturday at Churchill High School in west Eugene 382 to 301 over Churchill. Marshfield finished third. The Pirates’ Cody Shipp was one of two honored as Outstanding Wrestlers of the Meet. Shipp, a senior, won the 189 pound weight class. He finished eighth in state last year. Two others were district champions, Jesse Moore (152) and Kody Campbell (171). Runners-up were: Skyler Harvey (103) and Tyler Nixon (119). Also qualifying for state with a third place finish was Johnny Castro (285).
OSAA Cheer
North Bend’s cheer team placed second to North Marion at the Oregon Schools Activities Association Cheer Championships Saturday at Memorial Coliseum in Portland. The Bulldogs tallied 51.00 points to the Huskies 62.75. Sutherlin was third with 48.75, followed by South Umpqua at fourth with 46.25 in the 4A Small Division. Brookings-Harbor placed third in the 5A/4A Large Division.
Pac-10 bxb
Oregon State got a split in the desert in Pac-10 men’s basketball this past weekend. The Beavers beat Arizona 63-55 Saturday for their first win in Tucson in 27-years. Roeland Schaftenaar led the Beavers (11-13, 5-7) with 14-points. Back in Corvallis, OSU’s women fell 60-55 to the Wildcats. El Sara Greer scored 14-points for the Beavers (9-14, 1-11). The Beavers play California Thursday and Stanford Saturday, men at home, women on the road. Oregon’s women completed a sweep on Saturday by beating Arizona State 82-81 to move into a three-way tie for third place with California and USC. The Ducks (16-8, 7-5) were led by Taylor Lilley’s 26-points, including five 3-pointers. Oregon’s men fell 61-51 at Tempe, AZ to Arizona State. Malcom Armstead led the Ducks (12-12, 4-8) with 16-points. The Oregon men host Stanford Thursday and Cal on Saturday, while the women go to the Bay Area.
OSU wr
For the second time this season, Boise State bettered Oregon State in collegiate wrestling. This time it as a 21-12 loss Friday at Boise, ID. The Broncos won the earlier match up back on Nov. 22nd, 25-7 in Corvallis. The loss snapped a 17-match winning streak for the Beavers. OSU then fell 25-6 to Oklahoma in Norman, OK on Sunday. The Pac-10 championships are Feb. 26 & 27 in Davis, CA.
OSU sb
Oregon State’s softball team rallied for two wins after dropping their first three to open the 2010 season this past weekend at the Kajikawa Classic in Tempe, AZ. The Beavers fell to Mississippi 6-3, and Nevada 5-4 on Friday. Lost to Creighton 5-3 on Saturday, but then beat Notre Dame 7-3, and Sunday downed Southern Utah 11-0 in five innings. The Beavers (2-3) go to the Texas A&M Aggie Invite this weekend for five games.
UO sb
Oregon’s softball team went 4-2 to open the collegiate season this past weekend at the Kajikawa Classic in Tempe, AZ. The Ducks beat Notre Dame 4-1 to open the tourney, followed that with an 8-2 win over Creighton, both on Friday, but then lost to San Diego State on Saturday 4-2, and Texas Tech 4-3. On Sunday, Oregon downed Western Michigan 4-0 and Cal State Northridge 3-2 in eight innings. Oregon (4-2) goes to the Louisville Slugger Classic in Las Vegas this weekend for six games.
Duck tr
Oregon senior Andrew Wheating set a stadium record in winning the men’s indoor 800 meters (1:46.36) at the Husky Classic in Seattle, WA on Saturday. Duck freshman Mac Fleet also broke the Oregon school record in the men’s mile (3:57.70). The Ducks next compete at the MPSF Championships at Seattle, WA on Feb. 26 & 27.
Beaver tr
Six Oregon State football players competed for Oregon State at the Husky Classic Indoor Track Meet in Seattle, WA Saturday. Sophomore Jordan Bishop, from West Salem, won the high jump (7-0), while freshman Obum Gwacham (Chino Hills, CA) took second (6-10¾). Senior James Rodgers (Richmond, TX) was second in his heat in the 60-meter dash (7.03), but was officially recognized as the first OSU male athlete to compete for OSU track since the program was discontinued in 1988. The women’s program was reactivated in 2004. Redshirt sophomore Laura Carlyle (British Columbia) set a new Beaver school record Saturday in winning the mile (4:50.90). OSU next competes March 6th in Seattle, WA.
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