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Lake Roosevelt cross country ran last week in Omak and Moses Lake, where eighth-grader Chase Marchand placed first in the middle school races. The runners went to East Side Park in Omak on Oct. 9. Colton Jackson was the top placing Raider in the 5,000-meter varsity race, placing seventh out of 51 runners with a time of 18 minutes, 21.35 seconds. Marchand placed first out of 54 runners in the 1.5-mile middle school race with a time of 7:55.25. That time also made him the fastest eighth-grader running that distance in the state last weekend, and...
Wed., Oct. 16 5 p.m., JHVB here with Oroville Thurs., Oct. 17 4:30 p.m. LR Soccer here with Tonasket 5:30 p.m., JHFB at Omak Fri., Oct. 18 4 p.m., LR Cross Country at Oroville 7 p.m., Football here with Northwest Christian Sat, Oct. 19 11 a.m., LR Volleyball here with Waterville...
The Raiders are still undefeated in football this season after turning White Swan into an ugly duckling Friday. At Lake Roosevelt's homecoming game, LR and White Swan both walked onto Greene Field with 3-0 win-loss records, but the Raiders defeated White Swan 42-8 to stay undefeated at 4-0 while White Swan left with a loss. "It was homecoming, so it was a great atmosphere, a lot of fun," said Head Coach Tim Rasmussen. "Our team had a good week of preparation. We felt that we could dominate the...
The Raiders ran well at Tonasket Oct. 3, when Kyle Edmo placed first out of 27 runners for high school boys, and Chase Marchand finished first in the middle school race out of 29 runners. Edmo finished the 2.8-mile high school race in 16 minutes, eight seconds, 12 seconds ahead of second placer Korbin Forsman of Republic. "The course is shorter than usual; however, it did not lack in challenges," said Coach Ann Green. "The course is mostly hills and dirt trails. We had a beautiful day with littl...
The Lady Raiders volleyball squad lost a close game against Liberty Bell but then won solidly against Bridgeport last week. On the road against Liberty Bell, Oct. 1, the Lady Raiders lost three sets to two. Hosting the Bridgeport Fillies Oct. 3, the Lady Raiders won in three sets by 25-9, 25-11, and 25-15. They are scheduled to play in Oroville Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m. and in Wilbur on Oct. 12 at 2:30 p.m. The next home game is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m. when the Lady Raiders will...
The Lady Raiders soccer team broke even with Omak and lost to Liberty Bell last week, both games played with nine players per team. Lake Roosevelt hosted the Omak Pioneers Oct. 1, ending in a 3-3 tie. Maddie Toulou scored two for the Lady Raiders and Bryn Chaffee scored one in the game. "Kyona Edmo played a great game in the goal; she had 10 saves," said Consultant/Trainer Randy Semanko. The Lady Raiders hosted the Liberty Bell Lady Mountain Lions Oct. 3, losing with a 4-1 final score. Chaffee...
Lady Raiders soccer has had a busy week with two victories and a loss. In Tonasket Sept. 24, the Lady Raiders lost 7-1, outnumbered by the Lady Tigers 11 players to eight. "The match went very well, given the situation we were in," Head Coach Micah Esmond said. "I was very proud of the girls with how well they played against their opposition. Attitudes were positive through the whole match. They all fought through the physicality of the match." Madisyn Toulou scored the Lady Raiders' lone goal...
Lady Raider volleyball swept away the competition this past week, defeating both Tonasket and Soap Lake three sets to zero. The Lady Raiders took down the Tonasket Lady Tigers in Tonasket on Sept. 24 in three sets, 25-8, 25-18, and 25-20. Then against in Soap Lake Sept. 26, they defeated the Lady Eagles, also in three sets, 25-23, 25-14, and 25-23. "The team is playing well together," Head Coach Teri Sue Reed said. They were scheduled to play against Liberty Bell last night, results of which...
The Lake Roosevelt Raiders continue to win in football, shutting out Manson on the road on Friday with a 28-0 victory. LR is ranked ninth in the state for 2B schools according to an Associated Press poll released prior to the victory. The Raiders put their first points on the board in the second quarter when Hunter Whitelaw threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to Sam Wapato. That was followed by a fumble return for a touchdown by Devon Hobrecht. Whitelaw threw another touchdown pass, this time to Tyson Nicholson, and a two-point conversion put the...
The Raider cross country crew ran last week at the Omak Golf Course in the Okanogan Invite, where all of the Raider runners set personal records. “The Okanogan Invite went great!” Head Coach Ann Green said. “Everybody set new personal records, cutting off nearly a minute off their times, which is fantastic!” The weather was slightly breezy a bit chilly, and the course was mostly grass, Green said, with one major obstacle being a hill toward the end of the course. Kyle Edmo was the top placer for the Raiders in the 5,000-meter race, placing...
Wed., Oct. 2 5 p.m., JH Volleyball here with Libert Bell Thurs., Oct. 3 4 p.m., Cross Country at Tonasket Invitational 4:30 p.m., Soccer at Liberty Bell 5 p.m., Volleyball Here with Bridgeport 5:30 p.m., JH Football at Tonasket Fri., Oct. 4 7 p.m. Football Homecoming here with White Swan Tues., Oct. 8 4:30 p.m., LR Soccer at Bridgeport Wed., Oct. 9 4:30 p.m., Omak Invitation at East Side Park Thurs., Oct. 10 4:30 p.m., LR Soccer here with Manson 6:30 p.m., LR Volleyball at Oroville Fri., Oct. 11 7 p.m., Football at Chewelah...
A “c-squad” was approved last week for high school volleyball, with the sport having enough students signed up to warrant it. The Grand Coulee Dam School District directors approved the c-squad at their Sept. 23 meeting, and if boys basketball in the winter ends up with enough students for a c-squad, that is approved, as well. In these sports, a varsity team comprises the top tier of players, followed by a junior varsity team, then, if there are enough players, a c-squad. Board Chairman Rich Black said later that they wanted to give the stu...
The Raider football team defeated the Lind-Ritzville-Sprague Broncos 25-7 on the road in their first away game of the season Friday. “The game was good,” Coach Tim Rasmussen said. “It was our first road game of the year. The kids went out and played very well. It’s always interesting when we go out on the road. The opponent was a well-coached football team and a respected football team. We played a really solid team game.” Cameron St. Pierre rushed for three touchdowns, and 122 yards. Hunter Whitelaw rushed for a touchdown, as well, and also...
The Lady Raider volleyball squad went to Waterville last week and came home with a victory. Lake Roosevelt defeated the Waterville Lady Shockers in four sets Sept. 19 with set scores of 25-8, 25-23, 18-25, and 25-23. “With an easier pre-season, non league game, I was able to get some of my bench in for some great court experience,” remarked Head Coach Teri Sue Reed. “Scotti Adolph did a great job at the net playing middle hitter. Kaylee Landeros went in as setter and earned herself four assists. I’m very proud of them. I’m still hoping to...
Raider runners competed at Walla Walla Point Park in Wenatchee on Saturday. “The course was trying this weekend,” Head Coach Ann Green said. “Runners are starting to feel all the runner’s pains: shin splints, hurting hips, knees and ankles.” Colton Jackson was the top finisher for the Raiders in the 5,000-meter race, placing 63rd out of 106 runners with a time of 19 minutes, 25 seconds on a course that was mostly grass with a couple hills, and on a day that was “just a bit too warm, but sunny,” Green said. Kyle Edmo placed 74th with a time o...
Thurs., Sept. 26 5 p.m., Volleyball at Soap Lake 4:30 p.m., Soccer here with Oroville 6 p.m., JV Football here with Okanogan Fri., Sept. 27 7 p.m. Football at Manson Sat., Sept. 28 8 a.m., Volleyball at Quincy 1 p.m., Soccer at Manson Tues., Oct. 1 4:30 p.m., Soccer here with Omak 6:30 p.m., Volleyball at Liberty Bell Thurs., Oct. 3 5 p.m., Volleyball Here with Bridgeport 4:30 p.m., Soccer at Liberty Bell TBD, Cross Country at Tonasket Invitational Fri., Oct. 4 7 p.m. Football here with White Swan...
The Friday-the-13th, full-moon home game season opener for the Raider football team proved to be lucky, with Cameron St. Pierre turning into a teen wolf and rushing for 274 yards and five touchdowns to help carry Lake Roosevelt to a 54-14 victory over the Oroville Hornets. "What a fantastic start to the year," Coach Tim Rasmussen said. "The kids went out, and we did a lot of good things. One of the things I love about this group is how much fun they have competing every single down." The game...
And they’re off! Raider cross country competed in Manson at Wapato Point on Saturday, where Kyle Edmo was the top placing Raider runner in the 5,000-meter high school boys’ race. On the cool, overcast day, Edmo placed 27th out of 115 total runners with a time of 19 minutes, 15.58 seconds. Rob McManus of Cashmere was the top runner in that event with a time of 16:35.54. In the 2,500-meter middle school boys’ race, Chase Marchand took first in 8:40.50 The event was a “really great start to the year!” Head Coach Ann Green said. “I’m super excited...
Wed., Sept. 18 5 p.m., JV Volleyball at Liberty Bell Thurs., Sept. 19 4:30 p.m., Soccer here with Brewster 5 p.m., Volleyball at Waterville 5:30 p.m. JV Football at Oroville Fri., Sept. 20 7 p.m. Football at Lind/Ritzville Sat., Sept. 21 10 a.m., Cross Counry at Wenatchee...
The Lady Raiders lost to the Manson Lady Trojans on the road on Sept. 12 in four close sets, losing the first set 25-16, winning the second 25-21, then losing the next two sets 25-20 and 28-26. Head Coach Teri Sue Reed was enthusiastic about her team nonetheless. "Right now our most outstanding player is Jozlyn Hansen," she said. "She plays the Libero position and is in the 88% for accuracy on both digs and serve receive. That's a phenomenal percentage! She is dialed in for sure! She is in the...
Raider football fans attended a Thursday Night Lights fundraiser at the Lake Roosevelt football field Thursday, marking the first success for a new booster club The event was well attended, with the parking lot looking as crowded as it is during games. The Raider football players were introduced to the crowd by name and jersey number before running drills. Those included lineman contests, a seven-on-seven drill, and 11-on-11 style play. "There's some pretty big boys out there," a fan could be...
This Thursday night, your support of the Raider football team could get you a side of beef, an exclusive parking spot for games, and a nice dinner this Thursday. The parents of Raider football players and the Lake Roosevelt Athletic Booster Club will hold a Thursday Night Lights fundraiser on Sept. 6 to raise money for the team to go toward expenses such as new jerseys. The event will start at 6 p.m. at the Lake Roosevelt football field, where a night practice will be held under the field lights and the community can greet the football team bef...
The 11th Annual Rattler Golf Tournament was a huge success, organizers say. The tournament held at Banks Lake Golf Course Aug. 24 had 72 golfers attend from the local community, including Nespelem, Omak/Okanogan, Wilbur, the Coulee area and visitors from the Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Nez Perce Tribe, Yakama Tribe and Canada. Erik Bush made a hole in one on hole number 11. Lunch was provided by Rhonda Marchand, who served Indian Tacos and a specialty dessert — huckleberry cake. Tournament results 1st Place Team: Zeke Domebo, Dale Rin...
A group of people have been working this summer to start a new booster club to help with equipment and other needs for Raider athletic teams. The LR Athletic Booster Club has a board of directors and all the legal paperwork completed, including having achieved non-profit legal status. Now they’re in fundraising and membership-expansion mode. President Kevin Portch says he’s been pleasantly surprised by the high level of enthusiasm he’s seen from many, “especially alumni.” The group has already enlisted about 30 members so far, but gained about...
The Bowman Electric softball team Saturday emerged the champions from this year's Grand Coulee Dam Area Adult Summer Softball League's 2019 Kenny Hearne Summer Classic Softball Tournament, following the season that spanned the summer. Bowman Electric went undefeated in the three-day tournament held at North Dam Park Aug. 15-17. They faced off against the ECT team, who, after losing in the first round, won the loser's bracket to make it to the championship. Bowman Electric won the championship...