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Stories by Micah Rice

Columbian Sports Editor

The Ridgefield Raptors logo sits on a hat Friday, June 16, 2023, during the Raptors' game against Cowlitz at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Raptors Road Report: Corvallis triumphs despite two home runs by Stransky

The Ridgefield Raptors logo sits on a hat Friday, June 16, 2023, during the Raptors' game against Cowlitz at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 24, 2024, 9:40pm Clark County Sports

The Raptors jumped to a 4-0 lead in the first inning thanks to a three-run home run by Justin Stransky and a solo shot by Richard Tejeda. Read story

Cain Elizondo, left, laces up boxing gloves for his son, Cain Elizondo Jr., at Young Guns Boxing in Hazel Dell on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Elizondo Jr., 14, is the nation&rsquo;s top-ranked 125-pounder in his age group in the USA Boxing national rankings.

Raising Cain: Vancouver’s Cain Elizondo Jr., 14, punches his way to top of national boxing rankings

Cain Elizondo, left, laces up boxing gloves for his son, Cain Elizondo Jr., at Young Guns Boxing in Hazel Dell on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Elizondo Jr., 14, is the nation&rsquo;s top-ranked 125-pounder in his age group in the USA Boxing national rankings.

July 20, 2024, 6:05am Clark County Sports

Vancouver's Cain Elizondo Jr. has become one of the nation’s best young boxers. Since March, he has held the No. 1 ranking in USA Boxing’s 125-pound weight class for 13-14 year olds. Read story

Ridgefield's Luke Iverson, right, makes a catch in right field Thursday, July 27, 2024, during a game between the Raptors and the Bend Elks at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Raptors Notebook: Luke Iverson’s simple approach leads to WCL All-Star nod

Ridgefield's Luke Iverson, right, makes a catch in right field Thursday, July 27, 2024, during a game between the Raptors and the Bend Elks at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 15, 2024, 7:05pm Clark County Sports

The key to Luke Iverson’s success this summer is keeping things simple. Read story

The Ridgefield Raptors logo sits on a hat Friday, June 16, 2023, during the Raptors' game against Cowlitz at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Ridgefield Raptors run streak to nine, beat Springfield 6-4

The Ridgefield Raptors logo sits on a hat Friday, June 16, 2023, during the Raptors' game against Cowlitz at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 14, 2024, 7:48pm Clark County Sports

The Ridgefield Raptors extended their win streak to nine games with a 6-4 road win over the Springfield Drifters on Sunday. Read story

Ridgefield's Luke Iverson (23) waits on deck Thursday, July 27, 2024, during a game between the Raptors and the Bend Elks at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Ridgefield Raptors run win streak to five, beat Walla Walla 7-1

Ridgefield's Luke Iverson (23) waits on deck Thursday, July 27, 2024, during a game between the Raptors and the Bend Elks at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 10, 2024, 10:16pm Clark County Sports

Over the past week’s heat wave, the Ridgefield Raptors have taken their pregame batting practice indoors. In there, they’ve found their hitting stroke. Read story

Fans watch a game Thursday, July 27, 2024, during a game between the Raptors and the Bend Elks at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Raptors Notebook: Bullpen emerges as midseason highlight

Fans watch a game Thursday, July 27, 2024, during a game between the Raptors and the Bend Elks at the Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 8, 2024, 5:12pm Clark County Sports

In the middle of the season, the bullpen has emerged as a strength for the Ridgefield Raptors. Read story

Henry Hind practices at Kingpins bowling center in Portland. Hind, a 16 year old from Camas, is one of the Northwest&#039;s top junior bowlers.

At 16, Henry Hind of Camas is one of best young bowlers in Northwest

Henry Hind practices at Kingpins bowling center in Portland. Hind, a 16 year old from Camas, is one of the Northwest&#039;s top junior bowlers.

July 6, 2024, 6:08am Clark County Sports

With a bowling championship in the balance, Henry Hind wasn’t of split mind. Read story

Ridgefield Raptors outfielder Dasan Harris runs to third base during a West Coast League baseball game against the Cowlitz Black Bears on Friday, July 5, 2024 at Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Ridgefield Raptors strike late to beat Cowlitz 8-5, snap 5-game skid

Ridgefield Raptors outfielder Dasan Harris runs to third base during a West Coast League baseball game against the Cowlitz Black Bears on Friday, July 5, 2024 at Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 5, 2024, 10:13pm Clark County Sports

Dasan Harris hit a two-run tiebreaking double in the bottom of the eighth as the Ridgefield Raptors beat the Cowlitz Black Bears 8-5 on Friday to snap a five-game skid. Read story

Ridgefield Raptors players line up for the national anthem before a West Coast League baseball game against the Corvallis Knights on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

Ridgefield Raptors offense can’t ignite in Fourth of July loss to Corvallis

Ridgefield Raptors players line up for the national anthem before a West Coast League baseball game against the Corvallis Knights on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex.

July 4, 2024, 6:44pm Clark County Sports

The Ridgefield Raptors lit the fuse early but couldn’t ignite the offense. Read story

La Center&rsquo;s Shaela Bradley (The Columbian files)

La Center’s Shaela Bradley named Gatorade girls soccer player of year

La Center&rsquo;s Shaela Bradley (The Columbian files)

June 24, 2024, 3:21pm Prep Sports

For the third year in a row, a soccer player from Clark County has been named the best in the state. Read story