News Summary

As the spring high school sports season wraps up, Portland athletes are gearing up for the state golf and tennis championships. The golf tournaments will take place from May 19-20 across various locations, while the tennis matches are set for May 22-24. With local teams showcasing impressive skills and numerous athletes qualifying, the excitement in the community is palpable as they rally behind their talented competitors.

Portland Athletes Gear Up for State Golf and Tennis Championships

As the spring high school sports season comes to a close, Portland is buzzing with excitement. A talented group of athletes has secured their spots in the state championships for both golf and tennis. With competitions just around the corner, the atmosphere in our city is electric!

Golf Championships on the Horizon

Mark your calendars! The state golf tournaments are scheduled for May 19-20, 2025. Golf enthusiasts will want to take note of where the action is going down:

  • OGA Golf Course in Woodburn will host the 6A and 5A boys tournaments.
  • Over at Tokatee Golf Club in McKenzie, the 4A boys will take their swings.
  • Meanwhile, the 3A/2A/1A boys competition will unfold at Trysting Tree Golf Club in Corvallis.
  • The girls golf tournaments for 6A and 5A have been set at Emerald Valley Golf Club in Creswell.
  • And don’t forget the girls in 4A/3A/2A/1A, who will also compete at Trysting Tree Golf Club.

Tennis Tournament Details

Get ready for the tennis action from May 22-24! The schedule is packed:

  • The entire 6A tennis tournament for both boys and girls is taking place at Tualatin Hills Recreation Center.
  • Oregon State University will be the venue for the 4A tennis tournament, also from May 22-24.
  • For Class 5A tennis, the journey begins at West Hills Recreation Center before moving to Tualatin Hills for the final rounds on May 23-24.

Lincoln High Shines in Boys Tennis

A remarkable achievement for the boys’ tennis team at Lincoln High School as they snagged six out of eight available spots in both singles and doubles at the state level! Cayden Laughton showcased top performance by winning the boys singles championship, beating his teammate, Heath Silver. In a thrilling contest for third place, McDaniel’s Joshua Parker Howard edged out Lincoln’s Wylly Fields.

In doubles action, Lincoln’s duo of Roland Alexander and Charlie Torch defeated Grant’s Miles Porter and Rafael Valverde to claim the championship title, while Lincoln’s Evan Solodky and Jonathan Wilkinson secured third place. Over in the Mt. Hood Conference, Central Catholic’s Jonah Black triumphed in their individual event.

Thrilling Girls Tennis Results

On the girls’ side, Carlyta Barfield from Benson walked away as the PIL tennis individual champion after prevailing over Grant’s Elizabeth Sacks in a high-stakes final match. Grant’s Adeline Backer finished impressive third in girls singles. Meanwhile, in doubles, Lincoln’s Sitara Soman and Reese Hefele clinched the PIL doubles championship with a strong performance, leaving Grant’s Mia Farr and Emma Tradjedin in second place.

Golf Team Highlights

The Cleveland High School boys golf team had a stellar run, winning the PIL title with standout performances from players like Sam Faherty, Riley Mortola, Will Paulus, Jack Robertson, and Brady Ryan. Lincoln’s Quinn Hefele and Ethan Chang also qualified individually for the state championships.

On the girls’ side, Cleveland High School’s team took the PIL title, spearheaded by Kate Ly and her talented teammates. Behind them, contributors like Lennon Schmidt from Wells and Abby Amico from Grant also secured spots at state. Moreover, Central Catholic’s Berkley Beam and David Douglas’ Olivia Satterthwaite qualified from various regional contests, adding to the excitement.

Final Thoughts

As these talented athletes gear up for their respective state competitions, the entire community of Portland stands behind them, cheering them on every step of the way. It’s an exciting time for high school sports in our city, and we can’t wait to see how our athletes perform on the big stage!

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