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Polk County Sports Polk County Itemizer-Observer • August 16, 2017 13A River: Group tries to add new ideas Hanging on for dear life Continued from Page 12A B ut it d i d n’t m a t t e r. ; R o b i n s o n w a s hooked. Over the years, the design of their raft changed to the two-story craft the group now boasts. The raft includ- ed a basketball hoop and slide — though some ideas have proven a little too crazy to execute — at least for now. “We try to do something new every year,” Robinson said. “That’s our goal, at least, to mix it up. We’ve wanted to do a rope swing, but I have no idea how we LUKAS EGGEN/Itemizer-Observer Eric Nelson, right, attempts to stay on his horse during the Rough Stock Rodeo at the Polk County Fair on Thurs- day evening. Results were not available as of press time. would figure that out. We’ve also talked about a bike driven propeller, but that hasn’t come to fruition ei- ther.” Though there is a race going on, the main focus is on having fun, Robinson said. Whether that means enjoying a snack or going for a swim in the slow parts of the river with friends, the raft race is something he in- tends on being a part of for as long as he can. “Spending a day floating the river with friends, it’s the perfect way to spend a sumer day,” Robinson said. LUKAS EGGEN/Itemizer-Observer The Great Willamette River Raft Race on Saturday morn- ing attracted inflatables, canoes and homemade rafts. COLLEGE SOCCER Wolves ready to go on the hunt By Lukas Eggen The Itemizer-Observer MONMOUTH — Western Oregon’s soccer program showed flashes of potential in 2016, but finished 5-11-1 overall. Coach Steve Ancheta sees reasons to be excited about the 2017 campaign. “I think we brought in a nice, quality class (of 11 new players),” Ancheta said. “We brought in a lot more depth to the program that will give us versatility and play players at differ- ent positions. Depth is also important in dealing with any injuries during the sea- son. I think we’re stronger in a lot of different ways.” Sophomore goalkeeper Caitlin Kastelic started 17 matches as a freshman and earned all-conference hon- orable mention. “I think Caitlin is ready to have another great season,” Ancheta said. Midfielder Meli Cortez and defender Kai Mahuka, the team’s lone seniors, will provide critical leadership, Ancheta said. “They’ve b e e n around the block a lit- tle bit,” An- cheta said. “They are Mahuka ready to have a good season.” Outside of that, Ancheta said every starting positions is up for grabs. “I think there will also be opportunities for some other players,” Ancheta said. “We’re looking for big things from the whole team.” Expect to see different lineups early in the season, as Ancheta tinkers with play- ers in different spots. Once the Great Northwest Athletic Conference season begins, the Wolves will have little room for error. “I think there are a cou- ple parts to being successful (in league play),” Ancheta said. “We’ve got to play real- ly well. We’ve got to win some games on the road. We definitely play better at home than on the road. We need to get a little bit of luck. I know that’s a funny thing to s a y, b u t there were a few Cortez matches last year where we had chances to win and hit the bar. The last part is we’ve got to stay healthy. Last year, we had six quality players out for almost four matches. The season is too short (to deal with that).” Wester n Washington, WOU’s conference-opener, won the NCAA Division II national championship in 2016. Players know the GNAC is an unforgiving conference, but are excited for the chal- lenge. “I think it’s about grit for us,” Cortez said. “We have to keep pushing through. Op e n i n g w i t h We s t e r n Washington, that will be a great challenge for us and hopefully we can get that upset.” LUKAS EGGEN/Itemizer-Observer Western Oregon’s soccer team practices dribbling on Monday afternoon. POLICE REPORT Information for the police report comes from law en- forcement agencies. Not all calls for service are included. The status of incidents re- ported may change after fur- ther investigation. Individu- als arrested or suspected of crimes are considered inno- cent until proven guilty. — DALLAS Arrests/Citations • John A. Day, 43, of Dallas, on SW Oregon Ave. on July 8 on second-degree criminal mis- chief. • Stephen R. O’Connor, 34, of Dallas, on SW Ellis St. on Aug. 6 on possession of methampheta- mine. • Michel Melick, 44, of Dallas, on SE Washington St. on Aug. 7 on second-degree criminal tres- passing. • Allen L. Martin Jr., 28, of In- dependence, on NE Kings Valley Highway on Aug. 7 on driving under the influence of intoxi- cants and possession of methamphetamine. • Rachael A. Keys, 31, of Dal- las, on E. Ellendale Ave. on Aug. 8 on possession of heroin. • Brian E. Campbell, 50, of Dallas, on SE Mill St. on Aug. 8 on physical harassment. • Joseph D. Arias, 24, of Salem, on W. Ellendale Ave. on Aug. 8 on second-degree crimi- nal trespassing. Arias was charged with a second count of the charge on Friday on SW Rainbow Ave. • Casey J. Wyckoff, 20, of Dal- las, on SW Donald St. on Thurs- day on possession of metham- phetamine. • Alma H. Johnston, 27, of In- dependence, and Kyle J. Pen- nington, 26, of Salem on SW Court St. on Thursday both on charges of possession of methamphetamine and sec- ond-degree disorderly con- duct. • Kevin C. Dill, 26, of Inde- pendence, on SW Court St. on Friday on second-degree disor- derly conduct. • Jacob D. Womack, 22, of Salem, on the corner of Lom- bard St. and First Ave. on Friday fleeing ot attempting to elude a police officer, reckless driving and a parole violation. • Andrew K. Weems, 22, of In- dependence, on Monmouth Cutoff Road on failure to appear warrant. • Rowlando Amador Rivas Jr., 21, of Dallas, on E. Ellendale on Monday on second-degree theft and carrying a concealed weapon. INDEPENDENCE Arrests/Citations • Adam Reyes Santiago, 57, of Independence, at Riverview Park, 50 C St., on Aug. 4 for second-degree criminal tres- pass. • Kelsey Gayle Koenig, 18, of Keizer, at Marigold Dr. and Jas- mine Circle on Aug. 5 for minor in possession of alcohol. • Noah Anthony Pagel, 20, of Salem, at Monmouth and S. 10th sts. on Aug. 6 for driving under the influence of intoxi- cants and attempting to pur- chase or possess marijuana when younger than 21. • Howard Edward Eaton, 48, of Independence, in the 100 block of Independence Way on Aug. 8 for theft of services – less than $50, and second-degree criminal trespass. • Lourdes Morales, 37, of Salem, in the 1100 block of Kelli Ct. on Aug. 8 for first-degree criminal mischief – vandalism. MONMOUTH Arrests/Citations • Scott Alan Van Dyke, 41, of Independence, in the 400 block of Ecols St. N. on Aug. 3 for fourth-degree assault. • Jonathan Myrie, 26, of Inde- pendence, in the 400 block of Main St. E. on Aug. 7 for fourth- degree assault and second-de- gree disorderly conduct. IMAGINE Our Communities without our LOCAL NEWSPAPER! Thank the businesses who advertise in the Itemizer-Observer. Without them... Interested in advertising? Call 503-623-2373
