Tim Martinez has an idea for a format change to the state basketball tournament that would lessen travel and improve the experience. Plus, we look ahead to this weekend's opening round games and look back at the Mat Classic state wrestling championships.

Micah Rice and Meg Wochnick give an inside look into what makes Prairie senior Faith Tarrant an exceptional wrestler, student and advocate for her sport. They also preview two big Wednesday basketball games ahead of a jam-packed weekend of state championship events.

We look ahead to postseason high school basketball in SW Washington. Most notably, a new format in the 4A and 3A bi-district tournaments means home games and a more-direct route to the state tournament for a few local teams.

What goes into getting that perfect sports photo? Columbian photographer Taylor Balkom shares some of his favorite photos and gives advice to help amateurs get a memorable shot.

Jordan Nailon is the founder of Blast Zone Media, an independent outlet that covers local sports in Southwest Washington. Nailon and Micah Rice discuss why coverage of high school sports matters and how local sports strengthen our communities.

The Columbian's Micah Rice and Will Denner look at high school girls basketball in SW Washington. How much has Union closed the gap on reigning 4A champ Camas? What's behind Mountain View's 3A GSHL success and how high should Columbia River, Woodland and Seton Catholic set their sights?

The Columbian's Micah Rice and Will Denner take the pulse of each league in Southwest Washington as the boys basketball season ramps up.

Camas and Seton Catholic football reached the state title games. Ridgefield remained the queens of 2A soccer. Columbia River volleyball extended its championship reign. The Fall 2024 high school sports season had plenty of highlights to ponder.

Camas and Seton Catholic are headed to Husky Stadium to play for state football championships this weekend. The Columbian's Micah Rice and Will Denner preview those matchups and what both teams will need to do to end their seasons with a title.