Klamath Union Pelicans Face North Valley Knights in Softball Doubleheader

Oregon Tech Hosts Cascade Conference Track and Field Championships, Hustlin' Owls Baseball Welcomes UBC Thunderbirds

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:12pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in shades of green, blue, and yellow, depicting the overlapping perspectives and dynamic action of a high school softball game.A cubist interpretation of the energy and movement of a high school softball game, capturing the dynamic interplay of players, field, and spectators.Ashland Today

High school softball action sees the Klamath Union Pelicans take on the North Valley Knights in a doubleheader, while Oregon Tech hosts the Cascade Conference Track and Field Multi-Event Championships. Later this week, the Oregon Tech Hustlin' Owls baseball team will host the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds for a four-game series.

Why it matters

High school and college sports are an important part of the local community, providing opportunities for student-athletes to compete and represent their schools. These events generate excitement and pride among fans, families, and the broader region.

The details

The Klamath Union Pelicans softball team will face off against the North Valley Knights in a doubleheader today, with the first pitch scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Meanwhile, the Cascade Conference Track and Field Multi-Event Championships are underway in Ashland, featuring athletes from Oregon Institute of Technology and other conference schools. Later this week, the Oregon Tech Hustlin' Owls baseball team will host the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds for a four-game series.

  • The Klamath Union Pelicans vs. North Valley Knights softball doubleheader is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. today.
  • The Cascade Conference Track and Field Multi-Event Championships begin today in Ashland.
  • The Oregon Tech Hustlin' Owls baseball team will host the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds for a four-game series later this week.

The players

Klamath Union Pelicans

The high school softball team from Klamath Union High School.

North Valley Knights

The high school softball team from North Valley High School.

Oregon Institute of Technology

The university hosting the Cascade Conference Track and Field Multi-Event Championships.

University of British Columbia Thunderbirds

The baseball team from the University of British Columbia that will face the Oregon Tech Hustlin' Owls in a four-game series.

Oregon Tech Hustlin' Owls

The baseball team from Oregon Institute of Technology that will host the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds.

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What’s next

The opening round playoff schedule has been announced for the Portland Trail Blazers and their matchup with the San Antonio Spurs. Game one is scheduled for Sunday in San Antonio, followed by game two on Monday. The series will shift to Portland for game three next Friday.

The takeaway

This roundup highlights the diverse range of high school and college sports taking place in the local region, showcasing the athletic talent and competitive spirit of student-athletes from various schools and programs.