ICYMI Tuesday Sports

Pendleton rallies to beat Ontario in GOL play By ANNIE FOWLER, The CUJ ONTARIO — Kelsey Graham had a goal and an assist in helping Pendleton beat Ontario on Tuesday, Oct. 1, in Greater Oregon League action. The Bucks scored two of their goals in the final five minutes of the game to escape with the win. “We played hard,”…

This week in area sports –

This week in area sports:

Tuesday, Oct. 1 Boys soccer Ontario at Pendleton, 4 p.m. Girls soccer Pendleton at Ontario, 5:30 p.m. (MT) Volleyball Ech at Pilot Rock, 4 p.m. Griswold at Nixyaawii, 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Volleyball Pendleton at Umatilla, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 Cross country Pilot Rock, Nixyaawii at Mustang Invite, Heppner, 4 p.m. Football Pendleton/Nixyaawii at Baker, 7 p.m. Volleyball…

Gov. Tina Kotek holds up a ceremonially signed copy of Senate Bill 1567 while members of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Board of Trustees and elected state officials applaud on Thursday, April 25, outside of the Nixyáawii Governance Center in Mission. SB 1567 or the Walla Wall 2050 Strategic Plan calls for cooperative water management between Oregon and Washington in the Walla Walla Basin to help restore salmon. Standing from left to right are Board Member at Large Lisa Ganuelas, Rep. Bobbie Levy, Sen. Bill Hansell, Board Members at Large Steven Hart and Corinne Sams, Chairman Gary I. Burke, General Council Chairman Alan Crawford and Board Vice Chairman Aaron Ashley. LEE GAVIN | FILE PHOTO

Kotek affirms state commitments to Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative

Today, Governor Tina Kotek announced that she is directing state agencies to take all actions necessary and work cooperatively to fulfill the State of Oregon’s commitments to the Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative (CBRI). “The Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative is the result of a historic, unified partnership with sovereign Tribal nations and the states of Oregon and Washington – and I…

Pilot Rock get the W, Nixyáawii falls to Echo in Oct. 8 play.

PILOT ROCK VOLLEYBALL

By ANNIE FOWLER, The CUJ ELGIN 3, PILOT ROCK 0 — The Huskies improved to 7-4 on the season with a 25-22, 25-14, 25-18 nonleague win over the Rockets in Helix. “We played more consistent, but still need to be more aggressive and intentional with where we send the ball,” Elgin coach Haylee McNall said. “I’m proud of my team for…

Pendleton cross-country runners tackle a hill during practice on Aug. 22, 2024. KATHY ANEY | CUJ FILE PHOTO

Pendleton’s Reynolds shines at elite meet in Idaho

By ANNIE FOWLER, The CUJ EAGLE, Idaho — Pendleton’s Jack Reynolds finished 48th out of 355 runners with a season-best time of 17:40.10 in the boys varsity division II race Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Bob Firman Invitational at Eagle Island State Park.  The event, which featured 5,010 athletes from 166 high schools, 71 middle schools and seven states, had…

Nixyaawii’s Noah Pierson and head coach Wyekin Bill run during cross-country practice on Aug. 23, 2024. KATHY ANEY | CUJ FILE PHOTO

Friday Cross-Country

Schimmel posts a season best By ANNIE FOWLER, The CUJ CHAMPS INVITE — In a meet exclusive to small schools (1A-3A), Nixyáawii’s Sun Schimmel left an impression at Cheadle Lake Park in Lebanon.  The Nixyáawii sophomore crossed the finish line in a season best 19:09.80, placing 70th in a field of 231 runners.  The Golden Eagles placed 19th in the team…

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Friday Volleyball

Bucks remain unbeaten at home By ANNIE FOWLER, The CUJ PENDLETON 3, VALE 1 — The Bucks remain unbeaten on their home court this season after a 25-16, 25-27, 25-20, 25-16 nonleague victory over the Vikings. “Vale brought a very tough defensive game tonight that challenged us,” Pendleton coach Jodi Primus said. “The girls continued to hit hard and find holes,…

Jesus Arellano scored the Tigers’ lone touchdown on a 2-yard run, but Stanfield had a hard time getting its offense on track. WESTON McEWEN | COURTESY PHOTO

FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

TigerScots win conference opener By ANNIE FOWLER, The CUJ ATHENA — Easton Berry ran for two touchdowns and threw for two more in helping Weston-McEwen win their Blue Mountain Conference opener with a 33-6 victory over Stanfield on Friday, Sept. 27. “Tough, physical game,” W-M coach Morgan Dunlap said. “Boys played super hard and kept their composure. Great win for…

The planning of a prescribed fire involves meticulous care and consideration, especially after an active wildfire season. Umatilla National Forest burns only when objectives can be met, which include creating fire-resilient landscapes and protecting values at risk, like homes, infrastructure, and drinking water. 

Umatilla National Forest prepares for fall prescribed fires

PENDLETON — Fire management officials on the Umatilla National Forests are preparing to implement fall prescribed burning activities to reduce the risk of severe wildfire in the future. While we have seen our fair share of smoke and fire over the last few months, conducting prescribed fire is critical to reduce the intensity of wildfire and to help protect our communities…