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NED HICKSON , SPORTS EDITOR ❘ 541-902-3523 ❘ SPORTS @ THESIUSLAWNEWS . COM SATURDAY EDITION ❘ DECEMBER 19, 2015 ❘ SECTION B Siuslaw News Sports & Recreation D OUBLE On the Bite A ‘First Day Hike’ set for Honeyman TROUBLE WEEKLY For the fifth year in a row, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is partnering with FISHING REPORT FOR THE LOCAL REGION www.dfw.state.or.us/RR MID COAST LAKES The coho salmon fish- eries in S ILTCOOS and T AHKENITCH lakes are slow to fair. This time of year is typically the most productive. Recent rains and big tide should help to move new fish into the lakes. The West Lake Boat Ramp at Siltcoos has been close for repairs but there is a neighboring private ramp that can be utilized. Look to fish near the lake outlet and by the major tributaries that enter the lakes. Casting or trolling spinners or various plugs can be effective. Fishing for the various warm water fish species tends to be slower during the winter months. There are numerous lakes in the Florence area that can pro- vide good opportunity and have both boat and bank access. SIUSLAW RIVER: Chinook, steelhead The fall Chinook fishery is very slow and basically over for the season. Any remaining fish are in spawning condition. December is considered to be the start of the winter See FISHING 5B T IDE T ABLE Entrance Siuslaw River High Tide Low Tide Dec. 19 6:13am / 7.6 6:40pm/ 5.7 12:53am / 1.7 Dec. 20 7:07pm / 6.8 8:01pm / 5.8 12:33am / 1.8 2:01pm / 1.1 NED HICKSON/SIUSLAW NEWS Mapleton freshman Alyssa Richards and senior Hannah Rodet bring the ball down for the Sailors, who will host Pacific today at 1 p.m., with the boys game following at 3 p.m. S AILORS UNABLE TO TOP B Y N ED H ICKSON Siuslaw News It may not have been the outcome the Sailors were looking for on the hardwood Tuesday night at Triangle Lake, falling to the Lakers 56-5, but Mapleton coach Jesika Crook said the results on the scoreboard didn’t reflect the positives she saw from off the bench. “Our team actually played one of its best games of the season,” said Crook. “Although we didn’t score as much as we wanted to, the team played well together.” Junior point guard Josi Hayes had a breakout game at the boards, grabbing 18 rebounds in less than three periods on the court for the Sailors. “We continue to grow and improve,” said Crook. Hays also claimed two steals and two points for Mapleton. Senior Hannah Rodet had two points to go with a pair of steals, and senior Destiny Weber had a free throw, two rebounds and a steal. Alexis Gierke, a freshman, nabbed three rebounds and three steals. Alyssa West, also a freshman, had four boards and a steal. Junior wing France Suvannakorn and freshman Gabrielle Gibney each Dec. 22 8:52pm / 8.5 10:17pm / 6.3 2:39am / 2.5 3:55pm / -0.5 Dec. 23 9:41am / 8.8 3:37am / 2.6 11:111pm/6.7 4:44pm/ -1.0 Dec. 24 10:29am / 8.9 4:31am / 2.7 5:30pm / -1.2 Dec. 25 12:00am / 6.9 5:21am / 2.7 11:15pm/ 8.8 6:14pm/ -1.3 The Mountain West League season opened for business Tuesday at Triangle Lake, with the Sailors turn- ing in a solid performance in a losing effort, 59-32. At 4-0, Mapleton coach Will Crook says he’s pleased with his team’s efforts and determination to battle each game, from first to last buzzer. “We get better with each game,” said Crook. “And they keep fighting no matter what the scoreboard says.” 148 Maple St. Florence 541-997-3441 After keeping things close through the first half, the Sailors struggled through the third quarter with poor passing that provided the Lakers with opportunities to nab turnovers off of steals and missed cues. “They were able to build a lead on us that we couldn’t overcome,” said Crook. See SAILORS 5B NED HICKSON/SIUSLAW NEWS Calendar Dec. 19 • MHS GIRLS BB HOST B Y N ED H ICKSON S IUSLAW GIRLS : 39 S UTHERLIN : 62 S IUSLAW BOYS : 38 S UTHERLIN : 65 The Siuslaw boys continue to look for a win at 0-6 after falling to Sutherlin in a nonleague matchup Tuesday on the road against the Bulldogs, who are 4-3 in the presea- son. Last night, the Vikings hosted Cottage Grove in another nonleague game (after press deadlines). Their next game is Jan. 5, in a rematch with the Falcons at Elmira, P ACIFIC 1:30 P . M . • MHS BOYS BB HOST P ACIFIC 3 P . M . • WRESTLING SHS BOTH VIK TEAMS FALL ON ROAD Siuslaw News S IUSLAW N EWS S PORTS Mapleton junior Nick Smith enters the court. Smith had six rebounds and three blocked shots Tuesday. Siuslaw News 1:37am / 2.2 3:01pm/ 0.3 had two rebounds. Tuesday’s game marked the begin- ning of Mountain West League com- petition, with last night’s league matchup against Siletz canceled due to weather and road conditions. That game will be rescheduled. Today, Mapleton is back on the hardwood to host a nonleague game with Pacific. “We’re looking forward to continu- ing to improve and compete,” said Crook. Tipoff for today’s game is set for 1:30 p.m., followed by the boys game at 3 p.m. Mapleton opens league with loss to Lakers B Y N ED H ICKSON Dec. 21 8:00am / 8.3 9:14pm/ 6.0 T. L AKE America’s State Parks to offer free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day. The usual $5 day-use park- ing fee will be waived for Jan. 1 only. Details, along with direc- tions to the park, are avail- able on the Oregon State Parks website at www/ OPRDcalendar.com online and search for “First Day Hikes” under the Event Category. Hike will begin at 10 a.m. starting at the group camp- ground parking lot off Canary Road. The trail is ranked “moder- ate” with a 1.5-mile hike on a narrow trail. Leave dogs at home. Take a hike on an historic Civilian Conservation Corps trail that follows the shore- line of Woahink Lake. Participants should dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes and bring water as well as a cam- era or binoculars for wildlife viewing. In case of inclement weather, the park should be contacted directly to find out about cancellation. This year, OPRD is asking participants to share photos of their First Day Hike via social media by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes Twitter and Instagram or tag- ging “Oregon State Parks” on Facebook. Images can also be emailed to social.oprd@ore gon.gov. AT M. P OINT 9 A . M . Dec. 21 • SHS GIRLS BB beginning at 7:30 p.m. League begins Jan. 15, on the road at South Umpqua. The Lady Vikings also came up short Tuesday against Sutherlin, with the Bulldogs improving to 2-2 in the nonleague 62-39 victory. They will play again Jan. 5 at Elmira, beginning at 6 p.m. Siuslaw will take a break then open their Far West League season Jan. 15, when they take on the Lancers on the hardwood at South Umpqua High School. HOST S WEET H OME 4:30 P . M . • SHS BOYS BB HOST S WEET H OME 7 P . M . Dec. 23 • SHS GIRLS BB AT H IDDEN V ALLEY 1:30 P . M . Siuslaw junior Destinie Tatum forces her way inside for a basket. NED HICKSON/SIUSLAW NEWS CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK Day-use fees will be waived for Jan. 1
