EUGENE, Ore. – The University of Oregon admits to committing a major violation in its payment to Will Lyles in exchange for information on recruits. The University released its 515-page report of its own internal investigation of the violations. Oregon had hoped to reach an agreement through summary disposition with the NCAA, but instead the … Continue reading »
SOU’s Dodge Takes the Microphone
MEDFORD, Ore. – Austin Dodge is only entering his junior season at Southern Oregon University, but his legacy as the Raiders’ quarterback is well-established. Dodge, however, set out to prove that he was more than just a jock in pads. After the Raiders’ first spring scrimmage on Saturday, Dodge took the NewsWatch 12 microphone and … Continue reading »
Redshirts Shine in First SOU Scrimmage
MEDFORD, Ore. – The Southern Oregon Raiders strapped on the pads and got back into competitive action on Saturday at Spiegelberg Stadium in Medford. It was the Raiders first scrimmage of the spring season, and it was a chance for the coaches to get a glimpse at the future. Specifically, SOU head coach Craig Howard … Continue reading »
Two Locals Win Pear Blossom 10-Mile Run
MEDFORD, Ore. – David Laney finished the Pear Blossom 10-mile run in 52:18 to top Medford resident Trevor Palmer by 37 seconds and win the race. Laney, a former Southern Oregon distance runner, was running in his first Pear Blossom race. Seven-time champion Max King was not present to defend his title. Laney plans to … Continue reading »
Former Grizzly Coach Returns to Ashland
AHLAND, Ore. – Jim Nagel is a legend in Ashland after taking the Ashland High School’s football team to 16 straight state tournaments, five title games and winning three state championships during his tenure from 1983-2002. Since his time at Ashland, Nagel’s worked as an assistant coach at NCAA Div. III’s Linfield College. After deciding … Continue reading »
Web Extra: Helfrich, Armstead, Addison
Oregon Head Coach Mark Helfrich: Oregon Defensive End Arik Armstead: Oregon Wide Receiver Bralon Addison: Oregon Defensive End DeForest Buckner: Oregon Center Hroniss Grasu: Oregon Quarterback Dustin Haines:
Web Extra: Riley, Woods, Cooks, Murphy
Oregon State head coach Mike Riley: Oregon State running back Storm Woods: Oregon State wide receiver Brandin Cooks: Oregon State safety Ryan Murphy: Oregon State left tackle Michael Phillip:
Work Begins at Medford’s New Ball Field
MEDFORD, Ore. — The home field of Medford’s new summer-league baseball team is getting a major overhaul. On Friday, crews began pouring concrete for the new seating areas at Harry and David Field, getting ready for the upcoming Medford Rogues’ season. 320 new seats will be added along the first and third base lines. The … Continue reading »
Meranda Zanni: Amateur AotW
PHOENIX, Ore. – Behind every star softball player is a strong team. Meranda Zanni moved to Phoenix from Douglas County last year and her teammates quickly became her family. “Everyone’s a lot more welcoming,” said Zanni. “Everyone gets along really well. It’s just like having a sister, nine of them.” In going along with the … Continue reading »
Redshirts Get a Chance to Shine
When Southern Oregon’s season ended in the NAIA Quarterfinals last year, it marked the end to several key seniors’ careers. As spring practices move into their second week, the Raiders will look to make up for the loss of over 6,000 yards and 65 touchdowns on offense, as well as over 250 tackles and 11 … Continue reading »
