Kittitas County Athletes of the Week Honored

Local high school stars shine in baseball, softball, and track

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:42pm

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The Ellensburg Daily Record has named the Kittitas County Athletes of the Week for April 2nd. The honorees include Eli Nash of the Kittitas High School baseball team, Mia Sanchez of the Cle Elum-Roslyn High School softball team, and Jayden Flores of the Ellensburg High School track and field squad.

Why it matters

Recognizing the top high school athletes in the region helps celebrate the hard work and dedication of local sports stars, while also inspiring other students to pursue their athletic passions.

The details

Eli Nash, a junior pitcher and outfielder for the Kittitas High School baseball team, had an outstanding week on the mound and at the plate, leading his team to a pair of key league wins. Mia Sanchez, a senior shortstop for the Cle Elum-Roslyn High School softball team, hit over .500 and played flawless defense in three games. Jayden Flores, a sophomore sprinter for the Ellensburg High School track and field team, set new personal bests in the 100m and 200m dashes.

  • The Ellensburg Daily Record announced the Athletes of the Week on April 2, 2026.

The players

Eli Nash

A junior pitcher and outfielder for the Kittitas High School baseball team.

Mia Sanchez

A senior shortstop for the Cle Elum-Roslyn High School softball team.

Jayden Flores

A sophomore sprinter for the Ellensburg High School track and field team.

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The takeaway

The Kittitas County Athletes of the Week showcase the impressive talent and dedication of local high school sports stars, inspiring the next generation of athletes in the region.