Congratulations to the following Pirates who have been nominated by the Yakima Herald Republic and the Yakima Sports Commission for being the top performer in their sport in Central Washington. Josh Whitney - Cross Country Runner of the Year Joslyn Standley - Volleyball Player of the Year The 2025-2026 Yakima Valley Sports Awards ceremony will take place next June. Stay tuned and good luck to both nominees....

2004 Graduate Christina Rainey, also known as “Turbo Speed”, made her mark as one of the most memorable sprinters in Davis High School history. As the anchor leg of the 4x100 and 4x200 relays, she helped lead both teams to 2002 Washington State Championships—setting school records that still stand. In 2003, she added another lasting legacy as part of the record-holding 4x400 relay team. After high school, Christina continued her path of purpose, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Washington and a Master’s in Human Services from Lubbock Christian University. Today, she co-owns Fostering Solutions LLC, where for the past seven years she has poured her heart into serving children, strengthening families and bringing hope and healing. Christina credits every step of her journey to God first, and to the unwavering support of her parents, family, friends, coworkers, and community partners. Their love and belief in her have shaped who she is today. Her story is one of faith, perseverance, and calling—proof that every victory, on and off the track, holds meaning and purpose. With a grateful heart, she thanks every person who has loved, supported, and believed in her along the way. ...

The 1972 Pirates wrestling team, coached by Glynn Moore, began their season ranked No. 1 in the state of Washington—and they proved that ranking every step of the way. The Pirates completed a perfect 29-and-0 season, including a dominant 32 to 11 victory over the second-ranked powerhouse, the Moses Lake Chiefs. After winning the Columbia Big Nine Conference Championship, the Pirates continued their run at Regionals, advancing 8 wrestlers to the WIAA State Championships. And once they reached State, they delivered again—sending 5 wrestlers to the title match, with 3 of them bringing home State Championships. The Wrestlers…. • Loren St George • Bill Downs • Jimmy Mathews • Gilbert Rodriguez • Earl Lee • Charles Vaught – 3rd place 102 lbs • Angelo Pleasant – 2nd place at 148 lbs • Nathan Pleasant – 2nd place at 129 lbs • Larry Lovato - STATE CHAMP @ 115 pounds • Cliff Luera – STATE CHAMP @ 172 lbs (also 1973 Champ!) • Big Greg Williams – STATE CHAMP at unlimited Pictured - Earl Lee, Bob Harris (standing for the Pleasants' and Greg), Steve Lovato (brother of Larry) and Cliff Luera....

2016 Graduate Luis Birrueta is currently the goalkeeper for the Professional Indoor Soccer team the Tacoma Stars. After graduating from Davis in 2016, Luis played soccer collegiately at Bellevue CC and then played for Yakima United. He currently the starting goalkeeper for the Tacoma Stars!! Great Job Luis!!! PIRATE PROUD! https://www.tacomastars.com/home...

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Congratulations Cheyenne Hull! After helping lead team to 2025 State Championship, Cheyenne began the 2025-2026 season by hitting the 1000 point milestone when she scored her very first bucket of in our very first contest of the season!!!! Great way to start off this new season!!!! Pirate Proud!...