PHOTOS BY KEVIN HANSON The Enumclaw High cross country program hosted its only home meet of the season on the afternoon of Sept. 22. The Hornets hosted Washington and Foss high schools, competing on the 3.1-mile course at the Enumclaw Expo Center. The EHS boys defeated the Washington Patriots, while Foss entered only one runner. On the girls’ side, Washington was the automatic winner as both Enumclaw and Foss could not field a full team. In these photos, Enumclaw’s Evan Cheney, left, and Trevor Storm are at the front of the pack (and went on to claim first and second place, respectively). Shown at the start of the girls’ race are, from left, Enumclaw’s Ahna Lemeshko, Lindsay Essex and Ava Sawyer. For details about the South Puget Sound League 2A meet, see Sports Roundup.

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White River, Enumclaw football score another pair of off-night wins

Referees are still in short supply, so football games are being held on odd days.

Samantha Darby (#3) goes high for a kill. Photo by Kevin Hanson.

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Enumclaw volleyball takes third-place honors at Yakima Sundome after losing close match to Sentinels

The EHS squad, under the direction of veteran coach Jackie Carel, took first in pool play.

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White River High’s Payne Plaster evades Orting defenders, picking up a nice gain during Friday night’s road game. The outcome didn’t go the Hornets’ way as the Buckley squad fell to 1-2 on the season.

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Enumclaw blasts Patriots, White River falls in Orting

Here’s how our local high school football teams fared last week.

The White River High boys opened their tennis season Sept. 7 with a home-court match against the Fife Trojans. Playing No. 1 singles for the Hornets was Derek Brannon.

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Sports Calendar: Sept. 22 – 28

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Enumclaw High defensive back Emmit Otero goes high to deflect a Lakes pass attempt during the early stages of Thursday night’s Hornet victory.

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Hornets swarm to second-week rebound victories

Late-game heroics sealed the deal for both teams.

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White River golf looks strong with plenty of top talent returning

Both teams are coming back with experienced talent and plenty of competition.

Enumclaw High School students were set to enjoy some new amenities at their school for the entire year — until COVID-19 hit. Now, the school — like this courtyard — will remain empty, at least for the time being. File photo by Kevin Hanson

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Free meals available this year for all Enumclaw, White River students

More information is available on the districts’ websites.

PHOTOS BY KEVIN HANSON Football teams at Enumclaw and White River have been practicing since Aug. 18, preparing for Friday’s season openers.

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Are you ready for some Hornet football? Enumclaw, White River begins seasons Friday

Both teams will head south to Thurston County for their non-league season openers.

This map was created to help travelers meet their basic needs while respecting Greenwater businesses and private property owners.

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Greenwater tired of trying to meet bathroom needs of growing crowds

Locals are looking for a permanent solution to some sanitary troubles.

The Enumclaw City Council chambers. File photo

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City Council revives discussion of a downtown pavilion

It’s part of the grander conversation about the future of Enumclaw’s small but bustling downtown.

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Local golfers take part in PNW Junior Amateur Championships

Three White River High students competed with the best of the Northwest.

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Football is set to return as a fall sport, with turnouts beginning today (Wednesday) across the state. This follows a COVID year that had football being played mostly in March, as was the case in this Enumclaw High photo.

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Health Department spells out mask, screening rules for high school athletics

With football beginning Wednesday and other sports on Monday, DOH issues rules for masks, testing.