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Wild’s Perry taken by Red Wings

Chase Perry, who played goaltender last season for the Wenatchee (Washington) Wild, was taken in the fifth round (136th overall) by the Detroit Red Wings… Continue reading

  • Jun 28, 2014
  • By Staff Report
Skyview graduate O'Guinn reflects on running career at UAA

Skyview graduate O’Guinn reflects on running career at UAA

Right about the time Skyview High School was getting ready to close its doors, a former Skyview athlete was reaching one of the pinnacles of… Continue reading

Skyview graduate O'Guinn reflects on running career at UAA

Birch Ridge report: Weather can’t get Jackpot golfers down

The Alaska Golf Association Peninsula Jackpot took place this past weekend. The weather was less than wonderful Saturday in Kenai but by Sunday’s round in… Continue reading

  • Jun 28, 2014
  • By Nolan Rose

Bucs topple Oilers in rubber game of 5-game set

The Anchorage Bucs defeated the Peninsula Oilers 9-6 on Thursday in Alaska Baseball League action at Mulcahy Field in Anchorage. With the win, the Bucs… Continue reading

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Twin Cities to host circle track, motocross races Saturday

There will be both circle track and motocross racing Saturday at Twin Cities Raceway.The circle track will have Saturday Night Thunder. Fans can bring their… Continue reading

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Bucs, Oilers split doubleheader on wet day

The Anchorage Bucs and Peninsula Oilers split a doubleheader in wet conditions at Mulcahy Park in Anchorage Wednesday, as the Bucs took the first game… Continue reading

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Bird Homestead golf course report

The Birds have established a mighty fine crew this year. The clubhouse has great food, and a friendly staff. On the course the greens are… Continue reading

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • By Kelsey Slough

Twins sweep doubleheader with Fairbanks

The Legion AA Twins swept a Wednesday league doubleheader with Fairbanks Post 30 at Bartlett High School in Anchorage. The Twins used the 10-run mercy… Continue reading

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Twins split doubleheader with Fairbanks Post 11

The Legion AA Twins split a league doubleheader with Fairbanks Post 11 on the road Tuesday afternoon, winning the opening game 10-0, then dropping the… Continue reading

  • Jun 25, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Kenai Golf Course report: Many events on the horizon

This next weekend the Kenai Golf Course will hold the annual Memorial Tournament in honor of those who have passed. We would like to pay… Continue reading

  • Jun 25, 2014
  • By Gordon Griffin

Oilers blanked by Bucs

The Peninsula Oilers dropped the second of a five-game Alaska Baseball League road series with the Anchorage Bucs 8-0 Tuesday evening at Mulcahy Stadium. The… Continue reading

  • Jun 25, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Area runners compete at Mayor’s Marathon

A big group of runners from the Kenai Peninsula headed north to compete in the Mayor’s Marathon on Saturday.Derek Gibson of Soldotna led the Peninsula… Continue reading

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Family Fun Run results posted

The Family Fun Run was held in Nikiski on Saturday as part of the Family Fun in the Midnight Sun celebration.The event includes three- and… Continue reading

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Oilers top Bucs in ABL opener

The Peninsula Oilers opened up Alaska Baseball League play Monday with a 5-2 victory over the host Anchorage Bucs.The victory extends the Oilers’ unbeaten string… Continue reading

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • By Staff Report

Brown Bears hire assistant; Chavez makes USHL

The Kenai River Brown Bears have announced Rory Dynan will fill the final assistant coaching position.Dynan fills an opening created when Steve Murphy left to… Continue reading

Road Warriors knock off Twins in extra innings

In baseball, it’s common for victories to come due to clutch hitting.It’s far more rare to hear of wins coming from clutch defense.But Wasilla’s 9-5,… Continue reading

3rd annual Mud Run gets messy

3rd annual Mud Run gets messy

Saturday morning’s third annual Mud Run just north of Kenai featured enough mud and dirt — including a muddy water pit at the end of… Continue reading

3rd annual Mud Run gets messy

Saturday: Oilers sweep Waves

The Peninsula Oilers completed their season-opening homestand with a 9-1-2 record by sweeping the Oceanside (San Diego) Waves. Peninsula finished off the sweep with a… Continue reading

  • Jun 21, 2014
  • By Staff Report
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/Peninsula Clarion Carter Yagi greets and congradulates his teammates after an inning at Friday's game.

Yagi’s style working well for Oilers

Standing at a diminutive 5-foot-8, Carter Yagi does not always match up in a sport that typically rewards height. But so far, the Peninsula Oilers… Continue reading

Photo by Kelly Sullivan/Peninsula Clarion Carter Yagi greets and congradulates his teammates after an inning at Friday's game.
Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Mylz Jones notices the ball he just hit as he runs toward first base at Friday's game.

Friday: Oilers shut out Waves

The Peninsula Oilers have given the Oceanside (San Diego) Waves a bit of everything after Friday evening’s 1-0 win at Coral Seymour Memorial Park under… Continue reading

Photo by Kelly Sullivan/ Peninsula Clarion Mylz Jones notices the ball he just hit as he runs toward first base at Friday's game.