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Local wrestlers excelled at the Doug Makaiwi Memorial tournament, with five athletes claiming titles and three teams—Pe Ell, Adna, and Toledo—finishing in the top 10. Notable performances included Pe Ell's Blake Burnett and Konnor Pilz competing in the finals, as well as Toledo's Bomani Birdwell achieving his 20th win of the season.
W.F. West and Centralia girls wrestling teams achieved top-five finishes at the River Ridge Rumble, with W.F. West placing second and Centralia fourth. The Bearcats' Emily Mallonee and Centralia's Eva Reinitz were standout performers, each winning their respective weight classes.
The Napavine boys basketball team defeated Onalaska 79-59, completing a season series sweep. Karsen Denault led the Tigers with 20 points, while Blaze Underhill and Justin Jacoby each scored 16 for the Loggers. Both teams are set to compete in league games on Thursday.
The Onalaska girls' basketball team made an impressive comeback to defeat Raymond-South Bend 56-48 after trailing by 16 points at halftime. Emalie Jacoby led the Loggers with 24 points, and the team showcased a strong defensive performance in the second half, limiting their opponent to just 11 points. Onalaska, now with a record of 10-1, prepares for its first league game against Rainier.
Onalaska Loggers secured their second consecutive victory against the Raymond-South Bend Ravens with a score of 79-67. The team's consistent offensive performance was highlighted by Case McGraw's 20 points, and a strong defensive strategy limited RSB's Chris Quintana to just 12 points in this matchup.
The Onalaska boys basketball team overcame a sluggish start to secure a 52-36 victory against Toutle Lake, thanks to a strong fourth quarter. Coach Fred Sturza highlighted the team's lack of energy in the first half, but they rallied to outscore their opponents 20-6 in the final frame. Blaze Underhill led the Loggers with 17 points, fueling their second consecutive win.
The Onalaska Loggers secured their first win of the new year by defeating the Raymond-South Bend Ravens 67-58 in a boys basketball game. Blaze Underhill led the Loggers with 24 points, showcasing consistent offensive performance throughout the game. Onalaska will next face Toutle Lake at home on Tuesday.
The Chronicle's 2024 All-Area Football, Soccer, and Volleyball Teams have been announced, highlighting outstanding local athletes from Onalaska and surrounding areas. The articles celebrate the achievements of high school teams and players who excelled during the 2023 season, showcasing their contributions to their respective sports.