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Washington Little League Baseball team wins, goes to World Series
Corrections and clarifications: A previous version of this story stated the incorrect date of the Little League Baseball regional championship game between the teams from Washington and Idaho. The story has been updated.
The South Hill team from Puyallup defeated West Valley of Idaho 13-7 Thursday night to advance to the Little League Baseball World Series.
The Little League Baseball Northwest Region championship game featured significant drama as South Hill was trailing 6-5 in the top of the sixth inning and was down to its last strike before erupting for an 8-run rally with two outs to put the game out of reach.
Idaho scored one run in the bottom of the sixth inning and had the bases loaded with two outs before a flyout caught in the outfield foul ground by South Hill ended the game and led to a huge celebration at Al Houghton Stadium in San Bernardino, California.
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Leading up to the Little League regional title game
South Hill had been strong throughout the regional tournament, winning their last three games to advance to Williamsport. The team from Puyallup faced off against West Valley and teams from Oregon and Alaska as well.
South Hill Little League (Puyallup, Washington) just won the Northwest Region to lock up a trip to the #LLWS! pic.twitter.com/PH60aq0rpF
— Little League (@LittleLeague) August 9, 2024
The event didn’t start well for South Hill, however, as the opener last Saturday produced a thrilling game, but a West Valley win by a final score of 6-4.
“We’ve been together for five years, we believe in everybody and a couple of times this summer we’ve been down by more than that and we came back,” West Valley player Owen Westley said on ESPN.
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South Hill’s loss moved the team to the losers’ bracket and they haven’t lost since.
On Monday, South Hill beat Abbott-O-Rabbit of Alaska 11-4.
Then, Wednesday afternoon the team from Puyallup defeated Bend North of Oregon 14-5. Their second consecutive win earned the young team a place in the regional championship game.
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Washington State (5-5) at No. 21 James Madison (9-1), Nov. 22 at 1 p.m. EST.
BetMGM College Football Odds Opening Line: James Madison by 13.5. Against the spread: James Madison 7-3, Washington State 6-4.
How to watch: ESPN+
Key stats
James Madison Offense
Overall: 457.3 yards per game (19th in FBS)
Passing: 215.7 yards per game (83rd)
Rushing: 241.6 yards per game (7th)
Scoring: 37.1 points per game (14th)
James Madison Defense
Overall: 257.1 yards per game (5th in FBS)
Passing: 168 yards per game (13th)
Rushing: 89.1 yards per game (7th)
Scoring: 16.2 points per game (11th)
Washington State Offense
Overall: 309.9 yards per game (119th in FBS)
Passing: 199.4 yards per game (96th)
Rushing: 110.5 yards per game (119th)
Scoring: 20.7 points per game (115th)
Washington State Defense
Overall: 304.1 yards per game (18th in FBS)
Passing: 168.9 yards per game (14th)
Rushing: 135.2 yards per game (49th)
Scoring: 21 points per game (34th)
Washington State ranks 102nd in third down percentage, converting 35.9% of the time. James Madison ranks 10th on defense, allowing its opponents at convert at 30.2%.
Washington State ranks 123rd in the FBS with a -9 turnover margin, compared to James Madison’s 67th-ranked even margin.
James Madison is 132nd in the FBS averaging 69.8 penalty yards per game, compared to Washington State’s 64th-ranked 53.5 per-game average.
Washington State is 15th in FBS in red zone offense, scoring on 92.9% of trips.
Both teams rank high in time of possession. James Madison is 2nd in the FBS with an average time of possession of 35:09, while Washington State’s 18th-ranked average is 32:11.
Team leaders
James Madison
Passing: Alonza Barnett III, 2,089 yards, 16 TDs, 5 INTs, 61.6 completion percentage
Rushing: Wayne Knight, 840 yards on 136 carries, 7 TDs
Receiving: Landon Ellis, 532 yards on 32 catches, 5 TDs
Washington State
Passing: Zevi Eckhaus, 1,390 yards, 10 TDs, 8 INTs, 64.0 completion percentage
Rushing: Kirby Vorhees, 473 yards on 105 carries, 4 TDs
Receiving: Josh Meredith, 588 yards on 44 catches, 3 TDs
Last game
James Madison won 58-10 over Appalachian State on Saturday, Nov. 15. Barnett led James Madison with 303 yards on 22-of-35 passing (62.9%) for no touchdowns and one interception. He also carried the ball 11 times for 0 yards and two rushing touchdowns. Jobadiah Malary carried the ball eight times for 105 yards and scored three touchdowns. Jaylan Sanchez put up 69 yards on two catches.
Washington State won 28-3 over Louisiana Tech on Saturday, Nov. 15. Eckhaus led Washington State with 146 yards on 17-of-25 passing (68.0%) for one touchdown and no interceptions. He also carried the ball 11 times for 56 yards and two rushing touchdowns. Vorhees had 76 rushing yards on 16 carries and one touchdown, adding two receptions for 12 yards. Meredith put up 70 yards on five catches with one touchdown.
Next game
James Madison plays at Coastal Carolina on Nov. 29. Washington State hosts Oregon State on Nov. 29.
Washington
This Washington City Is As Underrated As It Is Wildly Scenic, Boasting Riverside Trails And Exceptional Food – Islands
Washington is full of beautiful and scenic destinations, to the point that it’s hard to know where to visit first. For those who enjoy trying out new foods, rivers, wine, and beautiful scenery, there is a city near the border of Washington and Oregon that will feel tailor-made to be a perfect vacation destination: Pasco.
Pasco is part of Washington’s Tri-Cities in the south of Washington, along with Richland and Kennewick. They all reside where the Yakima, Columbia, and Snake rivers meet up. While all three have some amazing reasons to visit, Pasco is the perfect stop for lovers of the outdoors, featuring plenty of hiking trails, natural spaces, and riverside views. Because of its closeness to three major rivers, almost anywhere you explore will be on the water. However, that’s not all Pasco has to offer. There is also the chance to try out amazing food, especially during some of their more notable festivals, like the Pasco Taco Crawl and the Fiery Food Festival.
You also have plenty of dining options. Magill’s Restaurant is one highly recommended spot. Not only does it have the best breakfast in all three local cities (which is served all day), but its mac and cheese is famous as well. Ciao Trattoria is also an amazing option, with house-made pasta that delivers a delicious and authentic Italian meal. The romantic atmosphere makes it an ideal date location, too.
Eat and drink your fill in Pasco
If the restaurants here aren’t quite enough for your tastebuds, there are also food-related events in the city to enjoy, including the Fiery Foods Festival held in September. During the event, visitors can enjoy hot pepper eating contests, food trucks, competitions, and a space for kids. There is also the Pasco Taco Crawl in late April to May. This foodie event that lasts two whole weeks, featuring a competition for the best tacos in the area, where visitors can try 20 different vendors. There is also a weekly farmer’s market that is the largest in the area. Here, you’ll find locally grown food, snacks, and delicious meals.
Pasco has a lively wine scene, as well. Thanks to the climate, the area’s vineyards produce high-quality grapes that go on to create delicious wine. The Gordon Estate Winery and Vineyard, for example, is the oldest estate winery in Washington, offering 12 different styles for visitors to enjoy while exploring the land. It might not be Warm Springs Inn, the luxurious Washington wine getaway delivering riverfront luxury, bold pours, and orchard views, but it offers refreshing and delicious drinks to go alongside your outdoor adventures. In fact, Pasco is a part of Washington’s wine and waterfall road trip with sweet sips and stunning sites in one scenic route.
Exploring trails around Pasco
Near Pasco is the Sacajawea Historical State Park. The area has plenty of history, with opportunities for fishing, boating, biking, hiking, and even geocaching. The merging of the two rivers is part of the attraction of this park, and many of the trails also run alongside the water. There are places to sit along the bank and enjoy the view, offering beautiful views of all sorts of wildlife. Mostly, Sacajawea is mainly for day-use activities, but there is one campsite for visitors looking to stay the night.
While not near the water, Candy Mountain is another beautiful hiking destination closeby. The 3.4-mile hike takes you to the peak and offers breathtaking views of the Tri-City area. The trail to the top is just as impressive, showing basalt stone to keep your attention. If you’re not done being outside, Pasco is also home to two golf courses: the Sun Willows Golf Course and Pasco Golfland.
Pasco might be the best option for outdoor lovers out of the three cities, but all have their charm and attractions. If you have enough time during your vacation, it’s worth checking out all three and discovering what makes them unique. To get to Pasco, you can fly directly into the Tri-Cities Airport, just on the outskirts of this destination. Walla Walla is another nearby attraction worth visiting. It’s about 40 minutes away and is considered one of America’s most charming small-town main streets, nestled in a Washington wine region.
Washington, D.C. (11/15/2025) – The Washington Spirit beat Portland Thorns FC 2-0 in the semifinal round of the 2025 NWSL Playoffs this afternoon in front of yet another sellout crowd of 19,365 at Audi Field. With the shutout win, Washington advances to its second consecutive NWSL Championship and fourth in club history.
The Spirit was on the front foot early, generating several quality chances and even finding the back of the net — only for the goal to be ruled offside. After a VAR review, the call was confirmed, keeping the match level.
In the 27th minute, the breakthrough finally came. Following a cleared Portland corner, the Spirit launched a clinical counterattack. Rosemonde Kouassi sprinted down the field, using her pace to drive into the box and squared a perfect ball to Gift Monday, who calmly slotted it home to make it 1-0 for the home side. Kouassi now has seven assists across all competitions this year, six of which have come on goals by Monday.
The Spirit didn’t let up, continuing to apply pressure and called Portland goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold into a pair of strong saves as the first half progressed. Washington went into halftime leading 1-0 as it looked to advance in its sixth straight home playoff match.
Both teams traded opportunities to start the second half, with the Spirit firing on all cylinders, though the hosts’ shots on target went unanswered. The match shifted in the 83rd minute as Croix Bethune found herself charging up from midfield. With Portland’s goalkeeper out of position, Bethune made a move around her and converted on her own, extending the Spirit’s lead with precision and intensity. The match entered seven minutes of stoppage time, with Portland seeking a breakthrough. Met with the Spirit’s defensive momentum, the visitors were unable to create a clear chance.
As the final whistle blew, the Spirit clinched a 2-0 victory and a berth in its second consecutive NWSL Championship, the fourth in club history. The title match will take place at PayPal Park in San Jose, California on Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m. EST/5 p.m. PST and air on CBS.
-NWSL Match Report-
Match: Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Venue: Audi Field (Washington, D.C.)
Kickoff: 12 p.m. EST
Weather: Cloudy, high-50s
Scoring Summary:
| Goals | 1 | 2 | F |
| Washington | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Portland | 0 | 0 | 0 |
WAS – Gift Monday – 27′ (assisted by Rosemonde Kouassi)
WAS – Croix Bethune – 83’
Lineups:
WAS: 1 – Aubrey Kingsbury; 6 – Kate Wiesner; 9 – Tara McKeown; 4 – Rebeca Bernal; 24 – Esme Morgan; 19 – Rosemonde Kouassi (26 – Paige Metayer, 89’); 7 – Croix Bethune; 17 – Hal Hershfelt; 10 – Leicy Santos (20 – Deborah Abiodun, 72’); 27 – Sofia Cantore (2 – Trinity Rodman, 90’); 21 – Gift Monday
Unused Substitutes: 28 – Sandy MacIver; 5 – Narumi Miura; 13 – Brittany Ratcliffe; 16 – Courtney Brown; 22 – Heather Stainbrook; 25 – Kysha Sylla
POR: 18 – Mackenzie Arnold; 2 – Reyna Reyes; 5 – Isabella Obaze; 16 – Sam Hiatt (24 – Jayden Perry, 86’); 20 – Kaitlyn Torpey (29 – Mallie McKenzie, 63’); 21 – Jessie Fleming; 13 – Olivia Moultrie; 17 – Sam Coffey; 10 – Deyna Castellanos (4 – Laila Harbert 82’); 66 – Reilyn Turner (34 – Daiane, 82’); 77 – Alexa Spaanstra (19 – Pietra Tordin, 63’)
Unused Substitutes: 1 – Bella Bixby; 25 – M.A. Vignola; 33 – Naomi Powell; 88 – Valerin Loboa
Stats Summary: WAS / POR
Shots: 16 / 10
Shots On Goal: 8 / 3
Saves: 3 / 6
Fouls: 11 / 7
Offsides: 2 / 0
Misconduct Summary:
WAS – Rosemonde Kouassi – 44’ – Yellow Card
POR – Jessie Fleming – 67’ – Yellow Card
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