Local youth leagues in the Columbia Basin are on the rise as summer activities begin to pick up steam. Whether it’s on the field, diamond, gridiron, or court, these leagues are making their mark and readers are encouraged to share any league that deserves recognition by emailing Sports Reporter Ian Bivona at ibivona@columbiabasinherald.com.
Othello running back/defensive back Alex Mendez was seen returning a kickoff for the East team at Saturday’s Earl Barden Classic, while Royal wide receiver/defensive back Case Christensen was also in attendance, looking at the East Offensive Most Valuable Player plaque at the same event in Yakima. Ephrata tight end/defensive end Eric O’Neel was spotted breaking out of his stance during the Earl Barden Classic as well.
Legion players in Almira/Coulee-Hartline also got in on the action as they participated in a doubleheader against East Valley. Second baseman Hunter Flaa made contact with a pitch for a single during the game, while center fielder Harvest Parrish was seen rushing toward home plate. Meanwhile, younger players also got in on the action as the 12U Central Washington Sixers participated in the Pete Doumit Memorial Tournament in Moses Lake on June 16.
