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Walker McCrae

Walker McCrae, Staff Reporter

Before Walker McCrae, senior, realized his dream of becoming a sports manager, he was faced with one task, one court and one orange leather ball.

“Walker! Get on the bench!” belched his eighth grade basketball coach, distinguishable by his lopsided scowl and aggravated temper.

Now staring back down to the ball, McCrae watched as the grips slipped from his fingers and the ball hit the court with a bounce and a resounding thud. Another game, another bench, another hour and a half watching the ball pass from player to player while he sat on the sidelines.

Yet this time, as he took his seat, he reached a sudden epiphany.

“I realized that I sucked at sports,” McCrae said, “So, logically, I became interested in sports management.”

Today, instead of framing his daily life around school sports, McCrae punches his alarm at 7:15 a.m., parks his red Honda Pilot in spot 86 by 8 a.m. and, after the day ends, pulls into his driveway after fighting 20 minutes of after-school traffic. McCrae still incorporates Intramurals Basketball and tennis into his schedule during winter and spring, yet he is more invested in sports management than any other athletic interest.

“Last year, I was the editor for the Athletics section, and I still contribute a large amount of articles to Athletics,” McCrae said. “My love of journalism has fed into my desire to manage a sports team by boosting my knowledge of sports culture. It has also made me respect the media immensely, as I am well aware how difficult it is to be a journalist.”

McCrae hopes to pursue financial/economic studies at his school of choice-- Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University. Once accepted to Barrett or another college with a Business program, McCrae plans to take every opportunity available, such as job shadowing and internships, to climb the management ladder.

“Sports Management is a rigorous, competitive pursuit,” McCrae said, “but I’m super excited. I really have to bring it, not only in the classroom but also when I’m building connections with people. That’s what’ll make the difference.”

For now, McCrae can be seen in the halls with a few friends, laughing at inside jokes while watching play-by-plays on his phone.

“All of my friends want to be biologists, statisticians, mathematicians,” McCrae said. “I’m one of the few people I know who wants to go into my field. That doesn’t mean other kids aren’t interested in it nationwide, so like I said, I’ll still have to bring it.”

 

All content by Walker McCrae

West Linn blows out South Salem in first round of baseball playoffs

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
May 26, 2015

In the first round of the 2015 OSAA Baseball State Playoff game, the West Linn Lions (21-7) took on the South Salem Saxons (12-15) and despite early struggles, destroyed the Saxons 12-2. Down 2-0, South...

Boys Varsity Tennis Team finds success as end-of-season looms

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
April 23, 2015

Last season, the West Linn Boys Varsity Team lost three significant seniors, the most notable being Mitch Tingey who the number one singles play for the Lions. This season, the Lions haven’t missed a...

“Fast and Furious 7”: an entertaining film so long as you remember to turn your brain off

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
April 20, 2015

  The Fast and Furious series, which began in 2001, is known for its fast cars and action packed moments but never for its realism. Debuting April 3, “Fast and Furious 7” has grossed over $250...

World Record attempted to be broken on Earth Day at the White Oak Savanna

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
April 14, 2015

Be a part of breaking a Guinness World Record on Earth Day this Saturday, April 18, as the White Oak Savanna attempts to break the world record for bulbs planted by community members. The current record...

West Linn Varsity Baseball team blows out Hermiston, 13-0

West Linn Varsity Baseball team blows out Hermiston, 13-0

Walker McCrae, Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2015

Returning from its annual Spring Break trip to Arizona, the West Linn Lions Baseball team (5-2) took on the Hermiston Bulldogs (5-3) Tuesday evening and had a commanding 13-0 win. The scoring barrage...

Varsity Baseball team starts season with a 6-0 win vs McNary

Varsity Baseball team starts season with a 6-0 win vs McNary

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
March 19, 2015

The 2015 season started off on a high note as the West Linn Varsity Baseball team (1-0) took on the McNary Celtics (0-1). Led by pitcher Karsen Lindell, senior, the Lions defeated the Celtics 6-0. In...

Boys Varsity Tennis team jumps into the swing of things as season begins

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
March 13, 2015

Spring: the sound of tennis balls being thwacked against a racket daily after school is one of the first signs of spring around WLHS. As the boys tennis team begins its first few practices together, players...

Qatar’s World Cup: How FIFA and Qatar have taken the world’s most beloved sport and turned it into a death sentence for thousands

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
March 13, 2015

Dec. 2, 2010 Russia has just been awarded the bid for the 2018 World Cup and Sepp Blatter, the president of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (more commonly known as FIFA), takes...

Boys Varsity Ski Team wins state for an unprecedented fifth time in a row

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
March 12, 2015

It’s a saying around West Linn High School that has become familiar the last few years around this time of year, and that is “West Linn’s ski team has won state again.” With the target on their...

Rooter Bus schedule set for Wednesday playoff game

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
March 9, 2015

The number one ranked West Linn Lions Boys Basketball team (22-4) will take on eighth ranked Southridge (22-4) Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Chiles Center. Rooter buses will set off for the game at 12:15...

Boys ski team off to hot start despite lack of snow

Boys ski team off to hot start despite lack of snow

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
February 13, 2015

Without a doubt, this year’s ski season has been one to forget in terms of snowfall at Mt. Hood. As of today, just 36 inches of snow cover the runs of Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort and there doesn’t...

Led by Payton Pritchard, Lions dominate Timberwolves

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
January 21, 2015

For the 31st game in a row, the West Linn Lions Boys Basketball Team (10-4) beat an Oregon team Tuesday night against the Tualatin Timberwolves (9-4) 82-63. The Lions were in control after the first...

Boys ski team places first overall; girls place sixth

Walker McCrae, Editor-In-Chief
January 21, 2015

On a cold, wet Saturday in January, the Boys and Girls Ski teams headed up to Mt. Hood Meadows for their weekly races. Lincoln High School and Catlin Gabel School hosted the meet on Shooting Star Ridge....

Both boys and girls swim team have sights set on state

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
January 20, 2015

In one of the more surprising turns of events from last season, the Girls Swim Team placed second in state-the second top three finish in two seasons. Led by Robin Pinger, Laura Laderoute, and Kylie Norris,...

From math teacher to administrator

From math teacher to administrator

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 19, 2014

In her third year as assistant principal at West Linn, Annikke Olson has taken maternity leave as she spends time with her newborn son Diego who was born Dec. 4. In his second year teaching at WLHS, math...

A Heisman winner for the ages

A Heisman winner for the ages

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 18, 2014

Among the glitz and the glam and the constantly changing uniforms and facilities, one thing has remained constant for the Oregon Ducks in the past three seasons: Marcus Mariota. Mariota’s first ever...

Oregon’s magical season continues with spot in College Football Playoffs

Oregon’s magical season continues with spot in College Football Playoffs

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 18, 2014

Midway through the 2012 college football season, Marcus Mariota was in his first season at quarterback for the Oregon Ducks. What Oregon fans and people around the country had discovered was that this...

Boys and girls basketball start the weekend off victorious

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 16, 2014

Expectations for the back-to-back state champions are even higher than last year as the team shoots for a third straight title. Their campaign started off last Friday against the Axemen (0-1) from South...

Oregon Ducks to take on Arizona Wildcats for the second time this season with  Pac-12 Championship on the line

Oregon Ducks to take on Arizona Wildcats for the second time this season with Pac-12 Championship on the line

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 5, 2014

Duck fans around the state were left stunned and heartbroken when the Arizona Wildcats (10-2, 8-2) walked into Eugene and trounced Oregon(11-1, 8-1) 31-24 on Oct. 2. At the time, Oregon was ranked second...

State Football Quarterfinal matchup

State Football Quarterfinal matchup

Walker McCrae, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2014

The Lions have advanced deep into the OSAA State Football playoffs and prepare to take on the Rams from Central Catholic tonight at 7 p.m. at Hillsboro Stadium. Central Catholic has consistently been regarded...

Ravin’ About Cavin’

Ravin’ About Cavin’

Walker McCrae, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2014

Early Monday morning, students of Jim Hartmann’s geology classes boarded a bus bound for the Mt. St. Helens area. After a 45 minute ride, we stopped at Burgerville for breakfast as we took a break to...

West Linn sports weekend recap

West Linn sports weekend recap

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
November 3, 2014

Coming into the three day weekend, boys/girls soccer and volleyball started their playoff run in hopes of conquering state. Football had one regular season game left before delving into post season...

Breast Cancer awareness to be in full force Friday night

Breast Cancer awareness to be in full force Friday night

Walker McCrae
October 30, 2014

In what has now been deemed an annual tradition, West Linn will have a “pink out” this Friday when the Lions take on Canby in the final home varsity football game. After fourth period on Wednesday,...

Football team’s early season success brings fans closer than ever

Football team’s early season success brings fans closer than ever

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 17, 2014

Coming into the 2014 football season, West Linn was not predicted to do very well, especially since the Three Rivers League had revamped itself with the additions of Tigard, Tualatin, Newberg and Sherwood....

West Linn falls to Sherwood for first loss of the season

Walker McCrae
October 16, 2014

The West Linn Lion Varsity Football team (5-1, 3-1 Three Rivers League) traveled to take on the Sherwood Bowmen(4-2, 3-1 TRL) last Friday. Unfortunately, West Linn could not pull out the win, losing to...

West Linn football takes undefeated record into Lakeridge to take on the Pacers

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 3, 2014

The West Linn Lion Football team is now 4-0 and has vaulted itself up to sixth in the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) rankings. Lakeridge, who has posted a 2-2 record on the young season, hopes...

West Linn Varsity Boys Soccer kicks off league play with a 5-0 thrashing of Tualatin

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 3, 2014

Going into last night’s game, the West Linn Varsity Boys Soccer (5-3) team had a 4-3 record and was about to begin league play with their first game since last Thursday against Woodburn. Against Tualatin...

West Linn takes on Lake Oswego in hopes to take down Lakers for second year in a row

West Linn takes on Lake Oswego in hopes to take down Lakers for second year in a row

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
September 19, 2014

On a rainy September night, the West Linn Lion Football team ended a 14-year losing streak to crosstown rival Lake Oswego in a 7-3 nail biter. The victory was one of the scarce bright moments of the season,...

West Linn Football tops Oregon City in season opener, 28-21

West Linn Football tops Oregon City in season opener, 28-21

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
September 9, 2014

Despite conference realignment, West Linn (1-0) and Oregon City (0-1) continued its annual football rivalry last Friday. The Pioneers were widely regarded as one of the best teams in the state of Oregon....

Conference realignment won’t derail the annual Battle of the Bridge rivalry between West Linn and Oregon City

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
September 5, 2014

In a surprising twist this offseason, the Three Rivers League was modified, with Newberg, Sherwood, Tigard, and Tualatin added to an already strong league. With those additions, subtractions had to be...

West Linn Softball falls to Westview 3-0

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
May 30, 2014

After a successful season for West Linn’s Varsity Softball Team (16-12, 12-3 Three Rivers League) consisting of winning league in the TRL. The Lions end on a sour note, losing to Westview 3-0. The...

West Linn track teams fall to Canby and Clackamas

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
April 18, 2014

The West Linn Boys and Girls Varsity Track team took on the Canby Cougars and Clackamas Cavaliers last Wednesday at home. The Lions were topped in both meets with the Cougars defeating the boys, and the...

West Linn Boys Tennis starts season well with league opening win against Oregon City

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
April 9, 2014

With a goal of chasing down the rival Lakeridge Pacers the West Linn Boys Varsity Tennis team (1-0) opened up league play against the Oregon City Pioneers (0-1) and dominated, winning 6-2. “We didn’t...

West Linn Softball earns dominating victory over Southridge

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
April 9, 2014

Despite a 1-6 start to the season, the West Linn softball team took on the fourth ranked team in state, the Southridge Skyhawks (7-2), last Friday and recorded a commanding 7-2 victory. “We excecuted...

West Linn Baseball earns dominating victory over Lincoln

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
April 4, 2014

The West Linn Boys Varsity Baseball team (3-4) took on the Lincoln Cardinals (5-4) on April 1st, and emerged victorious with a commanding 6-0 win. Starting pitcher Karsen Lindell, junior, allowed only...

West Linn Basketball stays on top with second state championship in a row

West Linn Basketball stays on top with second state championship in a row

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
March 18, 2014

With a 67-56 win over the Sheldon Irish (21-9), the West Linn Boys Varsity Basketball team (27-4) has cemented itself as the number one team in the state of Oregon with its second state title in as many...

Lions advance to second straight state title game with win over Jesuit

Lions advance to second straight state title game with win over Jesuit

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
March 15, 2014

For the second straight season, the West Linn Boys Varsity Basketball team (26-4) advanced to the state title game after defeating the Jesuit Crusaders (21-8) 65-46. With the win, West Linn will take on...

West Linn Boys Basketball advances to Final Four

West Linn Boys Basketball advances to Final Four

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
March 14, 2014

The West Linn Boys Varsity Basketball team (25-4) took on the Central Catholic Rams (19-11) in a rematch of last season’s state title game. The Lions fought their way to a 74-63 win. “I Thought...

West Linn Basketball advances to Rose Garden with win over Grant Generals; Girls fall to South Salem

West Linn Basketball advances to Rose Garden with win over Grant Generals; Girls fall to South Salem

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
March 11, 2014

The West Linn Lions (24-4, 10-0 Three Rivers League) took on the Grant Generals (13-13, 4-4 6A Special District 2) Saturday night and with a 76-51 win, advanced to the Rose Garden for the fourth year in...

West Linn Basketball clean sweeps Lakeridge and Lake Oswego

West Linn Basketball clean sweeps Lakeridge and Lake Oswego

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
February 19, 2014

The West Linn Boys Varsity Basketball Team (17-4, 7-0 Three Rivers League) narrowly escaped with a win Friday night against the Lakeridge Pacers (16-6, 4-4 TRL), 74-64. Payton Pritchard, junior, guided...

West Linn Boys Basketball remains undefeated in league play with victory over Clackamas

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
February 14, 2014

The West Linn Varsity Basketball team (16-4, 6-0 Three Rivers League) took on the second-in-state ranked, behind WLHS, Clackamas Cavaliers (16-4, 4-2 TRL) and emerged with a convincing 80-61 victory behind...

David Pulaski, junior, Matt Wright, senior, Colin Shearmire, sophomore, and  Manager Ben Baldwin, junior, watch as West Linn takes on Rival Oregon City.

Ben Baldwin manages State Champions

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
February 12, 2014

State Champions: star athletes, coaches, fans. Unheralded State Champs: Team managers. The manager’s job goes unnoticed by many but they are equally important in the quest for a title. March 9, 2013....

West Linn Basketball clean sweeps Oregon City at home

West Linn Basketball clean sweeps Oregon City at home

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
February 6, 2014

When the final buzzer sounded in the Varsity West Linn Girls Basketball game, the Lions (15-3, 4-1 Three Rivers League) defeated the Oregon City Pioneers (12-6, 4-1 TRL) in league play for the first time...

Lions basketball moves into first place with win over Lakeridge

Lions basketball moves into first place with win over Lakeridge

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
January 29, 2014

The West Linn Varsity Basketball team (12-4, 2-0 Three Rivers League) took on the Lakeridge Pacers (13-3, 1-1 TRL) and jumped into first place in the league with a 77-49 beat-down of the Pacers. Lakeridge...

West Linn Basketball earns first league victory against Clackamas

West Linn Basketball earns first league victory against Clackamas

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
January 21, 2014

The West Linn Boys’ Varsity Basketball team (11-4, 1-0 Three Rivers League) took on the Clackamas Cavaliers (12-3, 0-1 TRL) Friday night and emerged victorious in its first TRL victory, 63-43. Both...

West Linn Swim Team looks to improve on last season’s success

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
January 17, 2014

Expectations for the West Linn Lions Swim Team are high this year, especially for the girls’ team. Last season, the girls had a remarkable run, placing third overall in state and they are led by seniors...

West Linn Varsity Wrestling Team sets its sights on state championship

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
January 16, 2014

Ranked third in the state, the Lions Varsity Wrestling Team is considered a serious threat to win a state trophy this season. Led by Cam Schmitz, senior, Tim Harman, junior, and Head Coach Doug Samarron,...

West Linn Varsity Basketball scores victory against Tigard

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
January 8, 2014

The West Linn Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team (8-4) emerged victorious against the Tigard Tigers (5-5) with a 16-point win, 77-61. The Lions led by seven after the first quarter with a score of 21-14...

West Linn Basketball falls to Jefferson in highly anticipated matchup

West Linn Basketball falls to Jefferson in highly anticipated matchup

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 17, 2013

The West Linn Varsity Boys Basketball Team (1-1) took on the Jefferson Democrats (2-0) in one of the most anticipated matchups in West Linn basketball history. Both teams had won a state championship in...

West Linn routs Tualatin as mindset shifts to matchup with Jefferson Friday

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 12, 2013

The West Linn Lions basketball team (1-0) began its season Tuesday night at home against the Tualatin Timberwolves (0-3) and it might as well have been a scrimmage with the Lions running away with it,...

Shreddin the streets of West Linn

Shreddin’ the streets of West Linn

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
December 6, 2013

You can hear Jeff Lofurno, junior, long before you can see him. And when you do see him, it’s not for very long. Lofurno flies past on his longboard at speeds of at least 30 miles per hour, weaving around...

Head football Coach Mike Fanger resigns

Walker McCrae
November 20, 2013

Head Coach Mike Fanger resigned yesterday citing “personal reasons” according to Athletic Director Kevin Mills. “We want to thank Coach Fanger for his hard work and dedication for the past two...

Blake Hepburn voted Player of the Week for boys soccer

Blake Hepburn voted Player of the Week for boys soccer

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
November 15, 2013

The West Linn Boys Varsity Soccer Team gained statewide recognition when Blake Hepburn, senior, was voted Player of the Week. Hepburn guided the Lions through the playoffs and pushed them to the semifinals...

Lions Varsity boys Soccer Team takes on Jesuit Crusaders with a berth in the state championship on the line

Lions Varsity boys Soccer Team takes on Jesuit Crusaders with a berth in the state championship on the line

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
November 12, 2013

  The West Linn Lions Varsity soccer team (17-1-2, 10-0 Three Rivers League) will take on the Jesuit Crusaders (18-1-1, 10-0 Metro League). The Lions take on the Crusaders tonight at 4 p.m. at...

Volleyball loses in four sets to Roseburg; falls to Clackamas the next day

Volleyball loses in four sets to Roseburg; falls to Clackamas the next day

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
November 12, 2013

The West Linn Lions volleyball team (11-12) took on the Roseburg Indians (23-4) early Friday morning in hopes of advancing in the playoffs. But the Lions fell in four sets to the Indians and dropped into...

West Linn Lions fall to Southridge in playoffs

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
November 12, 2013

The West Linn Lions (4-6, 1-4 Three Rivers League) took on the Southridge Skyhawks (6-3, 3-2 Metro League) in the first round of the OSAA football state playoffs. West Linn fell to Southridge 28-20, ending...

Lions football advances to playoffs with rout over Grant Generals

Lions football advances to playoffs with rout over Grant Generals

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
November 4, 2013

The West Linn Lions (4-6, 2-4 Three Rivers League) bulldozed the Grant Generals (2-8, 0-1) 42-20, to advance into the 32 team playoff bracket with the OSAA state title on the line. The Lions started...

West Linn boy’s soccer; Three Rivers League Champions

West Linn boy’s soccer; Three Rivers League Champions

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 28, 2013

Last season, the West Linn Boy’s Varsity Soccer team was facing an identity crisis. Coming off a 4-9-1, 3-6-1 Three Rivers League record, the Lions didn’t look like they could be league champions the...

West Linn fall sports teams dominate rival Lake Oswego; have yet to lose

West Linn fall sports teams dominate rival Lake Oswego; have yet to lose

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 28, 2013

One of West Linn’s biggest rivals has always been the Lake Oswego Lakers and beating them has been something almost every Lion athlete dreams of. This season, West Linn has gone a combined 10-0 against...

West Linn Lions fall fourth week in a row

West Linn Lions fall fourth week in a row

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 28, 2013

The West Linn Lions football team (3-6, 1-4 Three Rivers League) took on the Lakeridge Pacers (7-2, 3-2 TRL) on a night devoted to senior football team members and breast cancer awareness. West Linn...

West Linn loses third conference game in a row, fifth overall

Walker McCrae
October 21, 2013

After starting the season 1-2, then going on a three game win streak that included a win over arch rival Lake Oswego, the Lions fell for the third consecutive week in a row to the Canby Cougars (4-4, 2-2...

West Linn Varisty Boy’s Soccer Team undefeated in league with two games to go

Walker McCrae
October 17, 2013

The West Linn Lions varsity boy’s Soccer team (9-1-2 8-0 Three Rivers League) have completely turned face after last season’s disappointing season, and having missed the playoffs. In 2012, West Linn...

 Ski team underappreciated after success of other major sports

Ski team underappreciated after success of other major sports

Walker McCrae, Athletics Editor
October 17, 2013

The West Linn Boys Ski Team is coming off three consecutive state titles and is considered the best in the state of Oregon. Yet despite this dominance, the ski team flies under the radar of recognition...

West Linn Lions lose Battle of the Bridge rivalry second year in a row

Walker McCrae
October 14, 2013

The West Linn Lions (3-4, 1-2 Three Rivers League) took on the Oregon City Pioneers (6-1, 2-1 TRL) in the annual Battle of the Bridge rivalry, the oldest high school football rivalry west of the Mississippi,...

Lions lose on homecoming night

Lions lose on homecoming night

Walker McCrae
October 8, 2013

The West Linn Lions (3-3, 1-1 Three Rivers League) were coming off a huge win against Lake Oswego the previous week but couldn’t continue their three game winning streak as they fell to the Clackamas...

West Linn Lions end 14 year losing streak to Lake Oswego Lakers

West Linn Lions end 14 year losing streak to Lake Oswego Lakers

Walker McCrae
September 30, 2013

West Linn (3-2, 1-0 Three Rivers League) battles all night and makes history by beating Lake Oswego (1-4, 0-1 TRL) 7-3. For the past 14 years, the Lake Oswego Lakers have beaten West Linn in every annual...

West Linn Lions battle Lake Oswego in annual rivalry

West Linn Lions battle Lake Oswego in annual rivalry

Walker McCrae
September 27, 2013

            Tonight, the West Linn Lions (2-2, 0-0 Three Rivers League) will take on the Lake Oswego Lakers (1-3, 0-0 TRL) in a critical road conference game, 7 pm at Lake Oswego High School. Lake...

Admit it, we want ‘Bama vs Oregon

Admit it, we want ‘Bama vs Oregon

Walker McCrae
September 26, 2013

The sun rises on a cold October saturday morning in Eugene, Ore. Autzen Stadium is flooded with early morning light as the Ducks prepare to take on the University of Washington Huskies. At the time, Oregon...

West Linn Football routs South Salem

West Linn Football routs South Salem

Walker McCrae
September 23, 2013

The West Linn Lions (2-2, 0-0 Three Rivers League) took on the South Salem Saxons with revenge on their mind. The Lions lost last years’ matchup 43-34 at South Salem but this year was much much different....

West Linn Football Team scores first win of the season

West Linn Football Team scores first win of the season

Walker McCrae
September 17, 2013

         The West Linn Lions (1-2, 0-0 Three Rivers League) won its first game of the 2013 season after beating the Barlow Bruins (1-2, 0-0 Mt. Hood Conference) 42-28.             West...

Lions travel south but its not a happy road trip

Lions travel south but it’s not a happy road trip

Walker McCrae
September 11, 2013

The West Linn Lions (0-2, 0-0 Three Rivers League) took on the Grants Pass Cavemen (1-1) but the three and a half hour journey didn’t seem worth it as West Linn lost 44-30. The Lions gave up two first...

West Linn athletes go all out winning awards

Walker McCrae
June 11, 2013

Girls Lacrosse: Three Rivers League Kayla Bouchard, attack, 12, 1st Team All League Annie Longtain, midfield, 12, 1st Team All League Hanna Morford, midfield, 10, 1st Team All League Mariah Gatti,...

Miami Heat advance to third straight NBA Finals appearance

Miami Heat advance to third straight NBA Finals appearance

Walker McCrae
June 5, 2013

“Too old, too worn down, not enough talent.” Those phrases have been used to describe the San Antonio Spurs, and every year they’re dead wrong. The Spurs swept the Memphis Grizzlies in four games...

West Linn Lions Lacrosse lose state title in a heartbreaker to the Lakeridge Pacers

Walker McCrae
June 3, 2013

The West Linn Lions Boys Lacrosse team (17-4, 8-2 Three Rivers League) took on the Lakeridge Pacers (20-3,10-0 TRL) with the Oregon High School Lacrosse Association state title on the line. It was an up...

Girls lacrosse wins state in a rematch with Lake Oswego

Walker McCrae
May 28, 2013

The West Linn Lions (17-1) girls lacrosse team waited a year to extract its revenge over rival Lake Oswego Lakers (12-3) and did so in bold fashion, winning 19-13 for the state title. Natalie Byrne, freshman,...

Girls Lacrosse advances to State for second straight year

Walker McCrae
May 23, 2013

The West Linn Lions girls lacrosse team defeated the Sunset Apollos 8-6 in what head coach Meg Elston called, “a head case game,” when talking with the press afterward. The Lions, ranked number one...

Lions receive first team all league honors

Walker McCrae
May 21, 2013

Four members of the West Linn Lions softball team were awarded first team all league honors recently along with two other honorable mentions. Those granted first team all league are outfielders Briana...

Girls golf places second at state

Walker McCrae
May 15, 2013

The West Linn girls golf team placed second in state with a total team score of 641, behind Sheldon who had 624. “I was disappointed at first but we did play really well,” Kristin Elich, junior,...

Head coach Glen Lee resigns from girls basketball team

Walker McCrae
May 10, 2013

Glen Lee, the varsity head coach for the girls basketball team, resigned on Friday May 2, after a reign of 12 years. Lee has been a varsity head coach for over 20 years and coached the Central Catholic...

Former University of Oregon football players selected high in the 2013 NFL Draft

Walker McCrae
April 26, 2013

The 2013-2014 National Football League season began last night and the University of Oregon was represented well in the first round. Dion Jordan, a defensive end/outside linebacker, was selected third...

The Civil War comes to West Linn

Walker McCrae
April 23, 2013

On Saturday April 20, the University of Oregon and Oregon State men’s lacrosse team took the field at the West Linn High School with the Pacific Northwest Collegiate Lacrosse League title on the line....

Lions win big over Sunset Apollos

Walker McCrae
April 9, 2013

The West Linn Lions (4-1, 0-0 Three Rivers League) took on the Sunset Apollos last Friday night and won in commanding fashion, 12-6. The Lions were led by Ryan Klose, freshman, and Dalton Tuor, senior,...

Eric Viuhkola named Oregon class 6A state basketball head coach of the year

Walker McCrae
April 1, 2013

Over Spring Break, the boys varsity coach, Eric Viuhkola, was awarded the 6A Coach of the Year after guiding the Lions to their first state title since 1997. “It’s nice to win this award, but winning...

Destination: Atlanta

Walker McCrae
March 19, 2013

The 2013 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament is about to commence and it’s another year of March Madness. Last year’s national champion, the Kentucky Wildcats, failed to make the tournament this year,...

Tennis team looks to rebuild in highly skilled league

Walker McCrae
March 19, 2013

Team captains Craig Wright and Andre To, seniors, hope to make the season successful with added talent. The team has eight returning varsity players and six new faces, many with not a whole lot of experience....

West Linn wins State, beating Central Catholic in another close finish

West Linn wins State, beating Central Catholic in another close finish

Walker McCrae
March 11, 2013

For the next year, when thinking of the West Linn Boys Varsity Basketball Team, two words will come to mind: State Champions. The West Linn Lions (23-6 8-2 Three Rivers League) defeated the Central Catholic...

West Linn advances to state title game with win over Lake Oswego

West Linn advances to state title game with win over Lake Oswego

Walker McCrae
March 8, 2013

EDITOR'S NOTE: The State championship game, which will be on March 8 at the Rose Garden at 8:30 p.m, will be between West Linn and Central Catholic. The West Linn Lions (21-6, 8-2 Three Rivers League)...

Lions advance in playoffs thanks to clutch free throws from Jarrod Howard

Lions advance in playoffs thanks to clutch free throws from Jarrod Howard

Walker McCrae
March 8, 2013

The West Linn Lions (20-6, 8-2 Three Rivers League) not only won in dramatic fashion, but showed anyone can step up and perform when needed to. Defeating the Grant Generals (21-4, 6-2 Southwest Conference)...

West Linn advances to Rose Garden with win over Westview

Walker McCrae
March 5, 2013

Next stop: the Rose Garden. The West Linn Lions (18-6, 8-2 Three Rivers League) battled tooth and nail with the Westview Wildcats (13-11, 6-4 Metro League) and emerged victorious 69-54 to advance to the...

West Linn runs over McMinnville, advances in playoffs

Walker McCrae
February 27, 2013

The West Linn Lions (18-6, 8-2 Three Rivers League, #2 seed) battled the McMinnville Grizzlies (13-10, 8-5 Pacific Conference, #7 seed) in a win-or-go home playoff game the Lions dominated The Grizzlies...

West Linn wins season finale on senior night, turns focus to playoffs

Walker McCrae
February 20, 2013

The West Linn Lions (18-6, 8-2 Three Rivers League) battled the Oregon City Pioneers (11-12, 1-9 TRL) on senior night and concluded their season with a hard-fought 69-55 victory over the rival Pioneers. The...

West Linn wins big over Canby as playoffs loom

Walker McCrae
February 20, 2013

The West Linn Lions (17-6, 7-2 TRL) took on the Canby Cougars ( 7-15, 2-7 TRL) and every win counts for the Lions as the 2013 Oregon State Playoffs draw near. West Linn started off right, gaining a 12...

West Linn shows domination in big win over Lakeridge

Walker McCrae
February 13, 2013

The West Linn Lions (16-5, 6-1 Three Rivers League) took on the Lakeridge Pacers (13-7, 4-3 TRL) and right off the bat, the Lions had the game in their hands. West Linn sustained an early 21-18 lead...

Late game scoring propels West Linn over Clackamas

Walker McCrae
February 7, 2013

The West Linn Lions (15-5, 5-1 Three Rivers League) took on the Clackamas Cavaliers (9-10, 2-4 TRL) on a night when the West Linn Survivor challenges took the crowd’s attention during halftime. The...

West Linn overcomes slow first half, defeats Oregon City

Walker McCrae
February 7, 2013

The West Linn Lions (14-5, 4-1 Three Rivers League) took on the Oregon City Pioneers (10-8, 0-5 TRL) at Oregon City High School and earned a gutsy road victory after struggling in the first two quarters...

West Linn controls fourth quarter, defeats Canby

Walker McCrae
January 30, 2013

    The Lions (13-5, 3-1 Three Rivers League) beat the Canby Cougars (6-11, 1-3 TRL) with a late 76-69 victory. The crowd was fired up after the girls basketball comeback overtime victory and helped...

Lake Oswego crushes West Linn to extend undefeated season

Walker McCrae
January 25, 2013

The West Linn Lions (12-5, 2-1 Three Rivers League) battled the visiting Lake Oswego Lakers (17-0, 3-0 TRL) on a night when the West Linn community honored Steve Forsyth, who was killed in the Clackamas...

UPDATE: Chip Kelly goes

UPDATE: Chip Kelly goes

Walker McCrae
January 9, 2013

Update: According to National Football League sources University of Oregon's head coach Chip Kelly has taken the head coaching job for the Philadelphia Eagles. It had been reported that Kelly was going...

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