Baker/Powder Valley Swimmers Compete in District Meet

Teams look to qualify for state championships in La Grande this weekend.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Baker/Powder Valley girls and boys swimming teams will compete in the district meet on Friday and Saturday, February 13-14, in La Grande, Oregon. The teams are hoping to qualify swimmers for the upcoming Class 4A/3A/2A/1A state meet taking place February 20-21 at the Tualatin Hills Aquatic Center in Beaverton.

Why it matters

This district meet is a crucial step for the Baker/Powder Valley swimmers to advance to the state championships, which is the culmination of the high school swimming season. Qualifying for state is a significant achievement that can lead to individual and team honors.

The details

The Baker/Powder Valley swim teams will compete against other schools in the district meet in La Grande over the two-day event. Swimmers will vie for top finishes in various individual and relay events, with the top performers earning a spot at the state meet the following weekend.

  • The district meet will take place on Friday, February 13 and Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • The Class 4A/3A/2A/1A state swimming championships are scheduled for February 20-21, 2026 in Beaverton.

The players

Baker/Powder Valley Swimming Teams

The combined high school swim teams from Baker High School and Powder Valley High School, competing in the Class 4A/3A/2A/1A division.

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What’s next

The top finishers from the district meet in La Grande will advance to the state championships in Beaverton on February 20-21.

The takeaway

This district meet is a crucial stepping stone for the Baker/Powder Valley swimmers to reach their ultimate goal of competing at the state championships and potentially earning individual or team honors.