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UPDATE: West Salem, McNary host first round of softball playoffs on Memorial Day
Monday is no holiday for local ball teams as state playoffs start. The high school games are scheduled for the afternoon as the weather forecast includes showers.
Local dragon boating club hosts free classes on Willamette River
The Peace Dragon Warriors Paddling Club is offering several free boating classes to anyone ages 14 and up. Club leaders hope it will attract more people to the sport and bring in more members to a club that’s seeing dwindling membership.
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PHOTOS: Salem Capitals see fierce competition in first home game of season
The Salem Capitals have a 2-2 record for the 2026 season following their first home games over the weekend. The
Marion Berries advance to playoffs after first, fun-filled season
The Marion Berries, Salem’s new summer collegiate baseball team, finished its inaugural season Wednesday and has advanced to the West Coast League playoffs. The team is the 17th member of the league and will face off against the Portland Pickles at home Friday night.
Marion Berries baseball delays inaugural home season game 3 weeks
Construction delays have pushed back the first home game for Salem’s new summer collegiate baseball team to June 23, but the Marion Berries will still play over 30 games at Willamette University’s baseball field bordering Bush’s Pasture Park.
Salem’s new summer baseball team will be called the Marion Berries
Next summer, Salem is getting a collegiate baseball team which will play at a renovated Willamette University ballpark bordering Bush’s Pasture Park.
Wanted: high school girls for Salem’s club rugby team
Women’s rugby was in the spotlight during the Paris Olympics, and is seeing a surge of interest around the world. Salem high school girls’ coach Mia Strickland is hoping to see more players get involved to share the joy, confidence and community that comes with the sport.
Local educators, student athletes honored at the Beacon awards on Thursday
A dozen coaches and educators in the Salem-Keizer School District received Beacon awards for their impact on local high school athletics and the community. Twenty-one student athletes were also recognized for their achievements.
Capital Pioneers, Salem’s women’s tackle football team, undefeated as home games approach
Salem's women's tackle football team is in its fourth season, with upcoming home games at McNary High School on June 1, 8 and 15.