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OSAA approves girls flag football as a sanctioned sport
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- When the OSAA asked for descending votes to approve girls' flag football as a sport on Monday, you could hear a pin drop. That's because moments before, every hand in the room was raised as the sport received unanimous approval.
OSAA approves girls flag football as a sanctioned sport
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — When the OSAA asked for descending votes to approve girls’ flag football as a sport on Monday, you could hear a pin drop. That’s because moments before, every hand in the room was raised as the sport received unanimous approval.
OSAA approves girls flag football as a sanctioned sport
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- When the OSAA asked for descending votes to approve girls' flag football as a sport on Monday, you could hear a pin drop. That's because moments before, every hand in the room was raised as the sport received unanimous approval.
OSAA approves girls flag football as a sanctioned sport
This is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- When the OSAA asked for descending votes to approve girls' flag football as a sport on Monday, you could hear a pin drop. That’s because moments before, every hand in the room was raised as the sport received unanimous approval.
Baker City steer-wrestler Jesse Brown sets rodeo record
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- The regular season for rodeo came to an end on Wednesday and an Oregonian ended up on top of the steer wrestling standings. Baker City's Jesse Brown is number one headed into the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas in December. This wasn't just a ho-hum finish for Brown, though. It was record-breaking. “The two things that ended up happening were my goals at the beginning of the year,” said Brown.
Baker City steer-wrestler Jesse Brown sets rodeo record Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The regular season for rodeo came to an end on Wednesday and an Oregonian ended up on top of the steer wrestling standings. Baker City’s Jesse Brown is number one headed into the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas in December. This wasn’t just a ho-hum finish for Brown, though. It was record-breaking. “The two things that ended up happening were my goals at the beginning of the year,” said Brown.
Sport of kickingball on the rise in Oregon
Gresham, ORE. (KOIN) - Most of us have played kick ball on the playground, but "kickingball" is serious business in Latin America. There are several minor differences in rules, but the biggest difference you would notice is that kickingball is played with a ball akin to a soccer ball. The variation on the popular American sport was brought to Venezuela in the 1960's by a teacher who visited the States and witnessed kick ball. It has taken off ever since, especially for girls and women.
Sport of Kickingball on the rise in Oregon Original
Gresham, ORE. (KOIN) – Most of us have played kick ball on the playground, but “kickingball” is serious business in Latin America. There are several minor differences in rules, but the biggest difference you would notice is that kickingball is played with a ball akin to a soccer ball. The variation on the popular American sport was brought to Venezuela in the 1960’s by a teacher who visited the States and witnessed kick ball. It has taken off ever since, especially for girls and women.
Sport of Kickingball on the rise in Oregon
Gresham, ORE. (KOIN) - Most of us have played kick ball on the playground, but "kickingball" is serious business in Latin America. There are several minor differences in rules, but the biggest difference you would notice is that kickingball is played with a ball akin to a soccer ball. The variation on the popular American sport was brought to Venezuela in the 1960’s by a teacher who visited the States and witnessed kick ball. It has taken off ever since, especially for girls and women.
McMinnville’s Logan Mendonca wins Junior Pan Am karate title Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A week and a half ago, McMinnville’s Logan Mendonca made the finals in his classification at the Junior Pan Am Karate Championships for the third straight time. Thankfully for him, the old adage of the third time’s the charm came true. “It was my last time at this junior tournament, and it was really good to end it on a high note,” said the high school senior. Mendonca secured the lone point of the match against his Canadian opponent with only three seconds left.
McMinnville’s Logan Mendonca wins Junior Pan Am karate title
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A week and a half ago, McMinnville’s Logan Mendonca made the finals in his classification at the Junior Pan Am Karate Championships for the third straight time. Thankfully for him, the old adage of the third time’s the charm came true. “It was my last time at this junior tournament, and it was really good to end it on a high note,” said the high school senior. Mendonca secured the lone point of the match against his Canadian opponent with only three seconds left.
West Linn's Kaylor Buse bursts onto national HS basketball scene
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- In the world of high school basketball, the summer circuit is really where dreams are made or broken. AAU tournaments are teaming with college coaches looking for their next big prospect. West Linn rising senior Kaylor Buse made her final season on the circuit count. “I don't even know,” Buse said through laughter of what got into her this summer. “I wouldn't think I'd be here a year ago at all.” She's not wrong as Buse was not on most people's radar going into June.
West Linn’s Kaylor Buse bursts onto national HS basketball scene Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — In the world of high school basketball, the summer circuit is really where dreams are made or broken. AAU tournaments are teaming with college coaches looking for their next big prospect. West Linn rising senior Kaylor Buse made her final season on the circuit count. “I don’t even know,” Buse said through laughter of what got into her this summer. “I wouldn’t think I’d be here a year ago at all.” She’s not wrong as Buse was not on most people’s radar going into June.
Oregon football has historic haul of Portland-area commits in 2027 class
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- West Linn's Josiah Molden did not know what was to come when he committed to Oregon on April 12. “Not really, honestly,” said the four-star CB of if he saw this many of his peers committing to Oregon. “I didn't expect that many kids to commit, but once again I'm excited. It's just great.” Less than two months later the Ducks had a two for the price of one day, as both Nelson's Malachi Garlington and Central Catholic's George VanSandt committed on June 8.
Oregon football has historic haul of Portland-area commits in 2027 class Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — West Linn’s Josiah Molden did not know what was to come when he committed to Oregon on April 12. “Not really, honestly,” said the four-star CB of if he saw this many of his peers committing to Oregon. “I didn’t expect that many kids to commit, but once again I’m excited. It’s just great.” Josiah Molden Less than two months later the Ducks had a two for the price of one day, as both Nelson’s Malachi Garlington and Central Catholic’s George VanSandt committed on June 8.
Phil Rombach takes over as Jesuit High head football coach
PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — Jesuit football head coach Phil Rombach may be new to the faculty, but he is hardly new to the high school. “For us getting the call and having the opportunity to come back here, which is essentially home to us, was pretty amazing,” reflected Phil Rombach. Him and his wife, Kristin, both graduated from Jesuit in the early 2000s. Phil's background at the school though goes all the way back to 1990.
Phil Rombach takes over as Jesuit High head football coach Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Jesuit football head coach Phil Rombach may be new to the faculty, but he is hardly new to the high school. “For us getting the call and having the opportunity to come back here, which is essentially home to us, was pretty amazing,” reflected Phil Rombach. Him and his wife, Kristin, both graduated from Jesuit in the early 2000s. Phil’s background at the school though goes all the way back to 1990.
‘One of a kind’: RAJ Sports officially opens Portland Fire and Thorns Practice Facility Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — On Saturday morning, hundreds of people gathered in Hillsboro to see the unveiling of the Kaiser Permanente Performance Center, a facility that represents an unprecedented milestone in the world of women’s sports. What makes the building so special is that it will house not one, but two women’s sports professional franchises in the Thorns and the Fire. There have never been two women’s sports teams sharing the same roof before.
'You just can't deny hard work': Jordan Harrison defies odds to make Portland Fire roster
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- There have been many fun stories around the Portland Fire this season, but the most fun one may also be the tiniest. Standing at just 5-foot-6, Portland Fire guard Jordan Harrison's journey to the team's roster has been hardly a straight line.
‘You just can’t deny hard work’: Jordan Harrison defies odds to make Portland Fire roster Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There have been many fun stories around the Portland Fire this season, but the most fun one may also be the tiniest. Standing at just 5-foot-6, Portland Fire guard Jordan Harrison’s journey to the team’s roster has been hardly a straight line.
Portland Timbers host introductory press conference for new head coach Marti Cifuentes
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson was not shying away from the team's lack of results in the MLS the past few years at Marti Cifuentes' introductory presser. “I want to take some culpability myself. The standard has not been up to what it needs to be,” said Paulson, who stated that the last time the Timbers truly were successful came in 2021. The lack of success is reflected in the club's actions as the Timbers now have their third new head coach since 2023.
‘A wake-up call’: Timbers owner Merritt Paulson sounds off on Moda Center negotiations Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Mid-question, Timbers owner Merritt Paulson said, “Uh oh,” during new Timbers head coach Marti Cifuentes’ introductory press conference on Tuesday. He knew what was coming next as the question pertained to the Portland Trail Blazers and their ongoing negotiations with the city about the Moda Center.
Portland Timbers host introductory press conference for new head coach Marti Cifuentes Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson was not shying away from the team’s lack of results in the MLS the past few years at Marti Cifuentes’ introductory presser. “I want to take some culpability myself. The standard has not been up to what it needs to be,” said Paulson, who stated that the last time the Timbers truly were successful came in 2021. The lack of success is reflected in the club’s actions as the Timbers now have their third new head coach since 2023.
West Linn's Gage Hurych looking to nab starting kicking job for Ducks
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There are plenty of players to talk to at Oregon's media day, but Portland-area media surrounded Gage Hurych on Monday to give the kicker a bit of shine. “It's something I've been working for for the past two years and really before that, long before that. I've been preparing for a long time,” said Hurych, who is the presumed starter at kicker for the Ducks this season. The redshirt sophomore isn't just saying that.
West Linn’s Gage Hurych looking to nab starting kicking job for Ducks Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There are plenty of players to talk to at Oregon’s media day, but Portland-area media surrounded Gage Hurych on Monday to give the kicker a bit of shine. “It’s something I’ve been working for for the past two years and really before that, long before that. I’ve been preparing for a long time,” said Hurych, who is the presumed starter at kicker for the Ducks this season. The redshirt sophomore isn’t just saying that.
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Lloyd Center Ice Rink instructor reflects on closure
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — At the end of the week, Lloyd Center will close and with that comes the closing of the historically significant ice rink there as well. When Lloyd Center opened back in 1960, it was the first mall to ever have an ice rink in it. Just two years after the building opened, Ruth Aquino was born. “I still can’t really believe it’s real. My whole life has been here,” said Aquino. That is no hyperbole.
Oregon tackle Fox Crader gives back to Vancouver-area alma mater in big way
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Every year there are a few locals around the Oregon football team poised to make a leap, and one of those this year is Evergreen alum Fox Crader. The offensive lineman seems like a shoo-in to start this season, but what he did at his alma mater this offseason has been the thing that has really caught people's attention.
Oregon tackle Fox Crader gives back to Vancouver-area alma mater in big way Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Every year there are a few locals around the Oregon football team poised to make a leap, and one of those this year is Evergreen alum Fox Crader. The offensive lineman seems like a shoo-in to start this season, but what he did at his alma mater this offseason has been the thing that has really caught people’s attention.
Oregon State legend Michael Conforto having bounce back season with Cubs Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Michael Conforto had to do a lot of reflection in the winter of 2025. After signing a one-year, $17 million contract with the Dodgers the season prior, he was out of a gig. Why? He had the worst hitting percentage of his career in Tinsel Town, ending the year just shy of .200 and being left off of LA’s postseason roster. “Really rough year for me personally, winning a World Series and getting a ring but also not being a part of the playoff race.
‘It was just magical’: Portland Fire’s Megan Gustafson reflects on getting married
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — This past weekend, the Portland Fire played without center Megan Gustafson for a very good reason. And that reason is that her name is now Megan DiLeo. “I might be like, ‘Who’s that?’ for a second,” said Megan of the first time her new name gets announced at a Portland Fire game. “Then be like, ‘Oh yeah, that’s me.
‘Can always come back home’: Kevin Love opens up card shop in Lake Oswego Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The alley next to 2nd Street in Lake Oswego doesn’t exactly look like a prime space to have a retail location. There are a few trash cans, other empty storefronts, and not a lot of visibility. That’s exactly what the aptly named The Alley card shop wanted. “It’s not pretty out there. It’s kind of hard to find in a way, but once you know where it is, you know where it is,” said co-owner Collin Love.
‘Fun experience’: Oregon’s Mike McGinn having breakout steer wrestling season Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Steer wrestling apparently is the preferred rodeo event for cowboys from Oregon. Impressively, Mike McGinn is one of three Oregon-born steer wrestlers currently in the top 10 in the world. “Just a little tougher up here, so yeah, we all do it,” said McGinn with a smirk. The Haines native wasn’t always this successful, though.
Hundreds of kids attend Dante Moore’s football camp in Portland Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Some fathers on Father’s Day opted to spend the day with their children… and their favorite quarterback. Over 300 kids gathered at Ida B. Wells High School on Sunday to participate in Dante Moore’s football camp. The event showcased the quarterback’s influence in Oregon after only playing in earnest for the Ducks for a year. “I love being around the community. I know the community loves being behind me with the game of football.
Hundreds of kids attend Dante Moore’s football camp in Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Some fathers on Father's Day opted to spend the day with their children… and their favorite quarterback. Over 300 kids gathered at Ida B. Wells High School on Sunday to participate in Dante Moore's football camp. The event showcased the quarterback's influence in Oregon after only playing in earnest for the Ducks for a year. "I love being around the community. I know the community loves being behind me with the game of football.
World Cup: Jordan fan surprises team with memento after Portland practice
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Jordanian National team is using the University of Portland as their base camp during the group stage of the World Cup. It’s a historic moment for the country, as it has never sent a squad to the tournament before. It’s also an exciting moment for their fans like Portland resident and Jordanian Zain Obeidat. “I was like, ‘Yes! Oh my god! We’re going to see Jordanian soccer players from my country,’” Obeidat said. “I was like really, really excited.
Local Jordan fan surprises team with memento after World Cup practice at University of Portland Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Jordanian National team is using the University of Portland as their base camp during the group stage of the World Cup. It’s a historic moment for the country as they’ve never played in the tournament before. It’s also an exciting moment for their fans, especially locally. “I was like, ‘Yes! Oh my god! We’re going to see Jordanian soccer players from my country,’” said Portland resident and Jordanian Zain Obeidat. “I was like really, really excited.
Lake Oswego alum helps USC win 2026 NCAA track and field championship Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Lake Oswego alum just made history at the NCAA track and field championships, which have been held the last few days at Hayward Field in Eugene. Mia Brahe-Pedersen helped USC secure the championship title on Saturday. She ran the second leg on USC’s 4X1 team. Their time of 41.58 was just .03 seconds off of the NCAA record. It marks a major comeback for Brahe-Bedersen, who had battled injuries the past couple of seasons.
‘Mind-boggling’: Portland high school distance runner breaks national record Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — If you follow high school running in the state, you know the name Ellery Lincoln. The junior won the individual title at the state cross country meet this past fall and broke the state records in the 1500 meters and 3000 meters this track season. What she did at the Hoka Festival of Miles in St. Louis this past Thursday, though, has now put the Lincoln Cardinal in the national spotlight.
‘Mind-boggling’: Portland high school distance runner breaks national record
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — If you follow high school running in the state, you know the name Ellery Lincoln. The junior won the individual title at the state cross country meet this past fall and broke the state records in the 1500 meters and 3000 meters this track season.What she did at the Hoka Festival of Miles in St. Louis this past Thursday, though, has now put the Lincoln Cardinal in the national spotlight.
‘Very surreal’: Jesuit alum Porter Malkiel wins lacrosse national title with Princeton Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Although the Princeton Tigers came in as a #1 seed to the NCAA men’s lacrosse national championship game, it certainly wasn’t a done deal going into the contest. Notre Dame was the #2 seed and had won titles in 2024 and 2023. The Fighting Irish jumped out to a 3-0 lead at first, but then Princeton scored 11 straight goals before eventually winning 16-9. “Very surreal,” said Princeton attacker and Jesuit alum Porter Malkiel.
‘It’s special’: Linfield softball seniors make school history with fourth straight trip to DIII World Series Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — It’s become a bit of a broken record. The Linfield Wildcats are heading to the DIII World Series this week for the fourth straight year. “Only eight teams out of 400 make it, and that’s incredible,” said senior catcher Ashlyn Aven. “To say that we’ve made it all four years in a row is a testament to this team and this program.” Aven isn’t quite taking enough credit herself though.
Mt. Hood softball player breaks national RBI record Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Mount Hood Community College softball team won the NWAC title this past weekend, beating Lower Columbia College 6-5 in the championship game. One of the big reasons why the team was able to win it all this season was third baseman Sadie Guyette. The Tualatin product has been a hitting machine this year. “I really had no idea that all these great things were going to happen, but once I knew it was in sight, I knew I had to reach that goal,” said Guyette.
Central Catholic boys’ volleyball looking to win first-ever OSAA state title Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) –PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There’s a new kid on the block in the state of Oregon. That new kid is boys’ volleyball, as this past fall the OSAA made the sport the organization’s first new sport in 47 years. The Central Catholic boys came into the season with momentum, as they won the state championship when it was not a sanctioned sport in 2025. “The target on our back, it kind of just makes us want to win even more.
‘We’re making a difference’: Local lineman camp aims to help players both physically and mentally Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — This past weekend at Clackamas High School, there was a specialized football camp put on for an even more special cause. For the second year, the Northwest Resiliency Project and E-Force football held the Z and J Linemen Camp in honor of James Andrew and Zeke Crowder, former linemen who both died by suicide. “To be an athlete often means not to be vulnerable, but really asking for help is a strength,” said NWRP’s founder Julie England.
‘He’s about winning’: Blazers’ GM defends Tom Dundon, calls media depiction of team owner ‘disturbing’ Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The consensus was universal on Thursday. The Blazers players want acting head coach Tiago Splitter back in the full-time role next season. But what about owner Tom Dundon? Time will tell there. “I want to stay, but we’ve got to talk through some things and figure it out, honestly,” said Splitter. Rumors have swirled over the last few weeks that Dundon was low balling candidates, including Splitter.
‘We hope he plays’: Blazers talk Wemby, home playoff environment before Game 3 Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — To Wemby or not to Wemby? That is the question. “We hope plays. We hope he’s healthy so we can go out there and compete,” said Blazers guard Scoot Henderson of Victor Wembanyama. The Spurs’ generational big man is still in concussion protocol but travelled with the team to Portland on Thursday. Whether or not he plays won’t be decided until Friday.
‘Make my dad proud:’ Noah Whittington leans on father for motivation as he preps for NFL Draft Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The NFL Draft is a time of uncertainty for almost all prospects. That includes former Oregon running back Noah Whittington, who is currently working back from a turf toe injury he suffered during the College Football Playoff. This situation is hardly the most uncertain he’s navigated in his life, though.
West Linn’s Josiah Molden wants to blaze own trail with Ducks Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — “Are you serious?” echoes from a phone speaker as a video blares in Josiah Molden’s kitchen. “Oh my gosh. I’ve changed so much,” says the present day Molden watching the recording. Molden is taking in a video of himself on May 3rd, 2023. That’s the day the then eighth grader was offered by the Oregon Ducks. “No way! No freaking way!” Molden screams in the video as he gets off the phone with Oregon’s in-state recruiter, Joe Lorig. “Oh my gosh.
‘Excited to build something from scratch’: Portland Fire open training camp Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland Fire checked off another first in their debut season on Sunday as they began training camp at Vikings Pavilion. “I’m just excited to be a part of something and get to build something from scratch,” said guard and former Stanford standout Haley Jones. The recipe was not easy on day one, per Portland Fire Head Coach Alex Sarama, but that was on purpose. “A lot of training camps start quite slow,” said Sarama.
Portland Fire GM goes in depth on team’s 2026 draft class Original
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The reception at the Moda Center for the Portland Fire’s first-ever draft pick was subdued on Monday. The crowd was a bit stunned when a player they had never heard of got their name called in a draft that had no shortage of college stars, but team GM Vanja Cernivec could not be higher on Spainard Iyana Martin. “I’ve been watching Iyana for the last three or four years and dreamt that we could get our hands on her.
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