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Senior Jon Sassic, a standout offensive lineman from Central Catholic, has pledged to Penn State and is shifting to center this season, emphasizing leadership and incremental progress.
Senior Roman Thompson, a two‑way linebacker and running back for Central Catholic, is set to lead a defense aiming for 130 tackles and three interceptions while limiting opponents to under 21 points per game after pledging to Miami (Ohio).
The Central Catholic baseball squad fell 1‑0 to Bluffton in the Class 2A north semi‑state semifinal, concluding a 25‑7 season that featured a recent regional crown.
The Knights secured a 3‑2 win in a regional championship game, highlighted by Isaiah Hopkins' seventh‑inning triple and Gus Sandberg's decisive fly ball. Cayden Keller's six strikeouts and early contributions from Alex Schummer and LJ Whitford underscored the effort. The team now prepares for a semi‑state semifinal against Bluffton on Saturday at 11 a.m., continuing a program that boasts 18 regional titles in 24 tournaments.
Lake High School has named Chris Stein as its new head coach for the varsity boys basketball program, leveraging his proven record and community ties to drive future growth.
The 2026 baseball awards for the Mt. Hood Conference highlight standout performances across member schools, recognizing top players, pitchers, defenders and coaches.
Down 3-0 in the bottom of the seventh, the Norwin Knights rallied to win 4-3, a moment that defined their season before falling to Butler in the semifinals.