The state's No. 1 and No. 5 football teams hit the quarterfinals tonight at 7 p.m. Now it gets serious.We are now ready for the second week of the Class 6A state football playoffs — the quarterfinals — with only eight teams remaining in the race for the 2023 state title, an elite group that includes top-ranked and unbeaten West Linn and No. 5 Lakeridge. Here’s a brief … [Read more...] about Lions, Pacers ready for quarterfinals
Shanko Kornachuk
Pacers survive Sheldon challenge in playoff opener
Lakeridge rallies from behind in the second half to beat the Irish 13-10 in the first round. A year ago, the Lakeridge football battled into the semifinals of the inaugural Columbia Cup. As much as the Pacers cherished the extra games they got at the end of their 2022 season, they felt like they belonged in the 16-team upper Class 6A bracket. In 2023, Lakeridge got its … [Read more...] about Pacers survive Sheldon challenge in playoff opener
Lions, Pacers, Lakers prep for football playoffs
The state's No. 1, No. 5 and No. 9 teams kick off the 'second season' tonight at 7 p.m. It’s time. After months of anticipation and nine weeks of regular-season battles, the Class 6A state football playoffs are finally here. Here’s a brief look at the varsity teams from West Linn, Lake Oswego and Lakeridge, their accomplishments to date and what's up first in … [Read more...] about Lions, Pacers, Lakers prep for football playoffs
Pacers win the ‘Battle’
Lakeridge football team beats crosstown rival Lake Oswego 27-7 in top-10 matchup. Big plays make the biggest difference in the biggest games. And on Friday, Oct. 27, the Lakeridge football team seemingly made all the big plays. The Pacers, hosting Lake Oswego in the annual Battle of the Lake at Lakeridge High School, forced three turnovers, scored four long touchdowns … [Read more...] about Pacers win the ‘Battle’
Pacers shine in Week Two
Lakeridge football pulls away from Sprague to win 42-20 and improves to 2-0. Two games into the 2023 season, the Lakeridge football team seems to have hit its stride. The Pacers, hosting Sprague in their home opener on Friday, Sept. 8, dominated the final three quarters and raced past the Olympians 42-20 at Lakeridge High School in week two. “I was happy with how we … [Read more...] about Pacers shine in Week Two
