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schools october19 2017 11 VHS Fall Sports Update Football – After winning three straight games, the Loggers were giv- en a dose of reality when they trav- eled to first place Knappa and were handed a 40-7 loss on October 13. Prior to the loss at Knappa, the Loggers had defeated Culver and won Northwest League games against Gaston and a resounding 55- 14 win over Nestucca at their Home- coming game on October 6. “We’re still a very young team,” said Logger head coach Reed Watson. “I think we are starting to get strong enough and they are get- ting enough playing time under their belts to finally stand up to teams and really pound them like we did against Nestucca. I think it was an impressive win.” The Loggers defense dominated the game with three interceptions and caused several fumbles. “Al- though we didn’t show it against Knappa, our defense is still pretty stout and I’m still pretty proud of them.” Watson noted the defensive play of Jake Patton, Kale Sullivan who had an interception in both the Nestucca Above: Jake Patton, Below: Josh Rice Football photos courtesy of Whitley Tolonen game and against Knappa, and Gaven Everett who re- turned an interception for a touchdown against Nestuc- ca. On offense quarter- back Gunnar Harral threw for two touchdowns and Josh Rice ran for four, with 187 yards rushing; after the Knap- pa game Rice now has just over 900 yards on the season rushing and over 400 yards in kick returns. Jake Patton also rushed for one touchdown and caught another. Against Knappa Wat- son, says the Loggers played better than the score indicat- ed. “We had valiant efforts on defense but then we’d let down and give up a big play. We had sacks and some big stops.” Watson noted the leadership of Patton, even in the losing effort. “It was a great thing to see, because there’s a tendency to get really negative when you are losing like that. Jake was a great leader for us, he was positive, he was our leading tackler and he ran the ball hard. He’s really grown up and is showing his maturity and his leadership and the team really responds to him. Creatures LLC Pets, Feeds, Supplies, Tack, U-Wash Facility, Childrens Toys, Gifts, Novelies & More... 503-429-PETS (7387) 998 Bridge Street Vernonia, OR 97064 Mon-Fri 10:00am-6:00pm Sat 10:00am-5:00pm Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm Creatures@frontier.com Facebook: Creatures-pet-shop league. “We’re working to clean up what we didn’t do well against Gas- ton,” said Williams. The Lady Loggers finished the regular season with a 10-1 league record and a 12-7 record overall, and are currently ranked #12 in the state. “I think we are really peak- ing at the right time,” said Williams, “and as long as we stay positive and keep believing in ourselves, I think we will do well.” Cross Country – The Logger boys won the Northwest League title for the first time in recent memory at the Bigfoot Classic on October 10. Jakob Handegard again led the Loggers, finishing 3rd overall and was named to the All League team, as the top seven finishers receive this honor. Justine “Tanzy” Massengo was the second finisher for the Loggers, finishing 8th overall, followed by the Loggers trio of runners Mekhi Williams, Byron Cook, and Clay Sullivan who finished 12th-14th. For the girls, freshman Jenna Handegard finished 5th over- all and exchange student Adele Cousseau finished 7th and both were named to the All League team. Head co-coach John Roady says that Cousseau has been Volleyball – The Lady Loggers steadily improving as the sea- suffered their only defeat in North- son has progressed. “She’s re- west League play, falling to league ally improved and come a long leaders Gaston 3-2 on October 10. way since the start of the sea- Vernonia bounced back after that son,” said Roady. “She’s been loss, defeating Knappa 3-0 in their battling a knee injury but now final regular season game. she is really pushing Jenna.” Vernonia will have anoth- For the middle school run- er shot at Gaston when they play ners, Sadie Gump finished 8th for the Northwest League title on overall, with Delany Saturday, October 20 at 3:30 pm Above: Sara Ghislanzoni hitting outside and setter Draeger finishing in the Vernonia Gym. Joyce Everett, Below: Jakob Handegard 15th. For the boys The Lady Loggers played Peter Hahn and Max well in the back and forth loss Anderson finished to Gaston, with the scores 9th and 10th. 14-25, 25-22, 25-17, 23-25, At the Rain- 9-15. “We’re definitely look- ier Invitational on ing forward to another shot October 14, Jake at them,” said Lady Logger Handegard finished head coach Teresa Williams. 4th overall. For “Our girls played so well, we the girls, Cousseau just got tentative and stopped surprised everyone, attacking in the final game.” finishing 5th over all Against Knappa in and 4 seconds ahead their final regular season of teammate Jenna game, Williams says the Handegard who fin- Lady Loggers started out a ished 6th. little slow but “caught fire,” Jake is a natural leader but now he’s starting to learn how to lead and where to lead.” “The guys kept fighting and didn’t give up,” said Watson. “I was really proud of their attitude and their effort.” The loss to Knappa leaves the Loggers with 2-1 record in league play and a 4-3 record overall. The Loggers still have a crucial match up with Neah-Kah-Nie at home on October 20 with a spot in the state playoffs on the line. Neah-Kah- Nie is 5-1 on the season, with their only a loss coming at the hands of Knappa, 36-20. “I think we’ll match up better against Neah-Kah-Nie than we did against Knappa,” said Wat- son. especially in the final game, winning 25-17, 25-23, and 25-6. She said Jordon Wal- ters was really hitting well and Joyce Everett’s setting was on target; Everett also had a really strong game defensively. Williams mentioned the continuing im- proved play of Abby Coleman. “Collectively I think our whole team is really playing well.” The Lady Loggers have already qualified for the state playoffs, but would secure a first round home match if they are able to defeat Gaston and win the continued on page 12 Grey Dawn Gallery Visit US today for all your financial needs! 879 Bridge St. (503) 429-2787 Photography - Bronze Josh, Teresa, Juli, Teresa, Margy Josh, Joy, and Lisa 905 Bridge Street (503) 429-6271 Jewelry - Glasswork Pottery - Custom Framing www.greydawngallery.com Featuring the finest in northwest art usbank.com Member FDIC