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Mick Hoffman, executive director of the WIAA, said that it was his hope when sports returned, we would all remember what was lost then use that perspective to ease off the yelling at opposing players, coaches and particularly the officials.
High school wrestling programs do anything and everything to have a season From rapid COVID-19 testing to moving events outdoors, wrestlers are able to compete during pandemic Published: May 14, 2021, 6:01am Share: 3 Photos Washington Officials Association referee Lee Lofton calls two points for a takedown on Wednesday at Hudson's Bay High School. The dual meet between Woodland, Ridgefield and Hudson's Bay was believed by coaches to be among the first outdoor dual meets held in state history. (Joshua Hart/The Columbian) Photo Gallery Referee Lee Lofton never anticipated wearing sung...
High school cross country runners now can drop masks while running WIAA works with state to advocate for safety protocol changes By Tim Martinez, Columbian Assistant Sports Editor Published: February 9, 2021, 4:39pm Share: Battle Ground runners rest following the boys 4A district cross country meet at Lewisville Park on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 23, 2019. (Nathan Howard/The Columbian) Cross country runners can breathe easier now. The state has altered health guidelines regarding mask wearing, now allowing participants in high ...
Return of high school athletics may help students get grades up WIAA says students are eligible to play with one F By Tim Martinez, Columbian Assistant Sports Editor Published: January 30, 2021, 9:20pm Share: With some sports' seasons delayed, such as football, it has created an opportunity for struggling students to get their grades in order potentially before competitions begin. (The Columbian files) More than anyone, high school athletic directors know the impact athletics can have on a student’s academic performance. And ...