Weekly Release: Vikings open season at home versus Western Oregon Sep 2, 2008
WWU's opener at Civic Stadium, first since 2004, first for Coach Ross ... THIS WEEK'S GAME: Western Washington University Vikings (0-0) vs. Western Oregon University Wolves (0-1) in a Great Northwest Athletic Conference contest on Saturday, Sept. 6 (7 p.m.) at Civic Stadium (4,200 cap ... The Vikings' last win in a Civic Stadium debut came in 2006 when they upset No.15 Washburn KS, 16-13. (Wwuvikings.com)
Tacoma News Tribune: Players are the same, but the attitude's new Sep 2, 2008
Home field: Civic Stadium (4,000 capacity), Bellingham. Outlook. (Wwuvikings.com)
Perry sharp in second scrimmage of preseason Aug 30, 2008
Longview/R. A. Long) threw touchdown passes on four of his first five pass attempts, highlighting the second scrimmage of the preseason for the Western Washington University football team Saturday night at Civic Stadium. Perry ended up completing 9 of 10 passes for 187 yards and five touchdowns. (Wwuvikings.com)
WWU hosts Summer Youth Football Clinic Aug 28, 2008
- The Western Washington University Athletics Department is sponsoring a Summer Youth Football Clinic on Friday, Aug. 29, from 5-6 p.m. at Civic Stadium. The free one-hour clinic, which begins at 5 p.m., is for kids from five to 12 years old. (Wwuvikings.com)
QB Perry sparkles in Western's first preseason scrimmage Aug 24, 2008
- While the purpose of Western Washington University's first preseason scrimmage was to give the coaching staff a good look at its new players, it was veteran starting quarterback who stood out Saturday night at Civic Stadium. Perry, a senior from Longview (R.A. Long), opened the scrimmage session by directing a five-play, 70-yard scoring drive. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings hit field for scrimmage Aug 24, 2008
6:30 p.m. Saturday at Civic Stadium ... The scrimmage starts at 6:30 p.m. at Civic Stadium and is free and open to the public. (Wwuvikings.com)
2008 WWU Football Preview Aug 13, 2008
Aug. 23: First fall scrimage (6:30 p.m. at Civic Stadium) Aug. 29: Second fall scrimage (7 p.m. at Civic Stadium) Sept. 6: First regular season game vs. Western Oregon (7 p.m. at Civic Stadium). JOE SUNNEN, THE BELLINGHAM HERALD. (Wwuvikings.com)
Riddoch sees big leaguer in Carroll Jul 8, 2008
219 average at Civic Stadium on Wednesday, when the Emeralds begin a five-game homestand against the. Related Stories. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Eugene Emeralds photo gallery Jul 8, 2008
EUGENE, OR-- Allan Erickson brings us onto the field of Civic Stadium for some of the highlights of the Eugene Emeralds - in pictures. races around third base. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Patience? He'd rather play ball Jun 29, 2008
As Ogata continued taking swings before Monday's Northwest League game against the Eugene Emeralds at Civic Stadium, Spokane manager Tim Hulett watched quietly, trying to get a better read on the former Beavers' slugger, who signed after his junior season at OSU.. "You can tell somebody has coached him very well," Hulett said. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Costner hits the baseball field in Eugene Jun 2, 2008
Costner visited Eugene's Civic Stadium Friday to take some batting and infield practice, all in support of the just-restarted baseball program at the University of Oregon. Costner, who won his Oscar for directing "Dances with Wolves" is a longtime friend of George Horton, the Ducks' head coach. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Weather not helping racing economics May 5, 2008
The book, released in 2006, is generally regarded as the most comprehensive written to date on the history of local open-wheel Midget racing and its drivers, especially those that once raced at Buffalo s Civic Stadium and other area tracks. His enthusiasm for preserving the history of racing and the assistance he gave me was great, Herbst said. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Offense rallies to defeat Defense, 36-29, in annual Blue/Silver Spring Game May 4, 2008
Brewster) threw a pair of fourth-quarter touchdown passes, rallying the Offense past the Defense for a 36-29 victory in the Western Washington University Blue/Silver spring football scrimmage at Civic Stadium ... Stadium: Civic Stadium Attendance: 575 Kickoff time: 12 noon End of Game: 1:50pm Total elapsed time: 1:50 Officials: Scorer: Husar, Scott; Temperature: 51 F Wind: Light Weather: Overcast ... Western Spr Def 08 vs. Western Spr Off 08 Date: May 03, 2008 Site: Bellingham, WA Stadium: Civic... (Wwuvikings.com)
Eldridge has big day at Western's first spring scrimmage Apr 20, 2008
Lynnwood) ran for 142 yards on 13 carries, and scored four touchdowns, three rushing and one receiving, as Western Washington University conducted the first of two controlled intrasquad scrimmages Saturday morning at Civic Stadium. The scrimmage consisted of approximately 115 plays. (Wwuvikings.com)
Viking men second, women third at CWU Spike Arlt Invitational Apr 20, 2008
Western hosts its annual Viking Twilight meet on Friday (3 p.m.) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings win men's and women's titles at 27th annual WWU Ralph Vernacchia Team Meet Apr 12, 2008
Wenatchee) reached the NCAA Division II national provisional qualifying standard in winning the women's 400-meter hurdles, and the Viking men claimed their 11th consecutive team championship, highlighting Western Washington University performances at the 27th annual Ralph Vernacchia Invitational Track and Field Team Meet on Friday at Civic Stadium. The men won for the third time in three team-scored meets this season, more than tripling the score of their nearest competition with 203 points. (Wwuvikings.com)
Seattle Times: WWU golfer on pace to break scoring mark Apr 10, 2008
Track and field: Western hosts the 27th annual Ralph Vernacchia Team Classic Friday at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. The Vikings are looking for their 11th straight men's division title and third consecutive women's crown. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings host 27th annual Ralph Vernacchia Team Meet Apr 9, 2008
- Aiming for an 11th straight men's title and a third consecutive women's crown, Western Washington University plays host to 10 schools at the 27th annual Ralph Vernacchia Invitational Track and Field Team Meet on Friday (2 p.m.) at Civic Stadium. Besides Western, the field includes British Columbia, Central Washington, Douglas College, Everett CC, Northwest, Puget Sound, Seattle U., Seattle Pacific, Simon Fraser and Whatcom CC.. (Wwuvikings.com)
Western's Cook claims heptathlon title at WWU Multi-Events meet Apr 8, 2008
Wenatchee) came back to win the heptathlon and former Viking earned a fifth straight victory in the decathlon Monday at the WWU Spring Forward Multi-Events meet held at Civic Stadium. Cook, who was third after four events Sunday, placed first with 3,687 points, 69 more than runner-up Raquel Gonzalez from Central Washington (3,618). (Wwuvikings.com)
Welling named GNAC Male Athlete of the Week Apr 8, 2008
Western hosts the 27th annual Ralph Vernacchia Team Classic on Friday (2 p.m.) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings' Howe leads heptathlon after first day at WWU Multi-Events meet Apr 7, 2008
Lakewood) is the leader in the heptathlon and former Viking is looking for a fifth straight victory in the decathlon following first-day action Sunday at the WWU Spring Forward Multi-Events meet being held at Civic Stadium. Howe has 2,414 points after the first four events of the heptathlon. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings take men's and women's titles at J.D. Shotwell Invitational Apr 6, 2008
Western plays host to the 27th annual Ralph Vernacchia Team Classic on Friday (2 p.m.) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings open spring practice Saturday Apr 4, 2008
Included are three scrimmages, all to be held at Bellingham's Civic Stadium ... 26 at 10 a.m. Spring practice concludes with the final scrimmage, the Blue-Silver Game at Civic Stadium on Saturday, May 3 at noon. (Wwuvikings.com)
Three Vikings to compete in Stanford Invitational Apr 1, 2008
Western will host the Spring Forward Multi-Events meet on Sunday (12 noon) and Monday (9 a.m.) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. Three Vikings are competing in the decathlon - (So. (Wwuvikings.com)
O'Brien's blog Feb 28, 2008
the dawgs are coming up here to portland to play OSU Beavers PGE Park aka Civic Stadium for a 3 game series beginning friday. i grew up in atlanta but have lived here for 30 years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Western announces 2008 schedule Feb 23, 2008
Coming to Civic Stadium are Western Oregon on Oct. 6, Dixie State on Sept. 27 and Humboldt State on Oct. 25 ... Great Northwest Athletic Conference contest Home games (ALL CAPS) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium All games broadcast on KBAI Radio (930 AM). (Wwuvikings.com)
Weather slows work at Goss Feb 12, 2008
PGE Park in Portland, Volcanoes Stadium in Keiser and Civic Stadium in Eugene are options. We haven t looked at that yet, Cheney said. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Ducks, Ems may share park Feb 2, 2008
Proposed new stadium raises questions about the future of Civic Stadium ... The Emeralds have been in Eugene since 1955 and have played at Civic Stadium since 1969 ... The Eugene School District owns Civic Stadium and is determining what to do with it. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Ducks Unveil Preferred Site and Concepts Feb 1, 2008
"Although Civic Stadium has been wonderful to us for a number of years, the possibilities for the future are exciting" admitted D.G. Elmore, chairman of the Elmore Sports Group. "We have to be realistic about whats in our best interest. To find a long-term solution that provides us with an opportunity to move into a modern facility that meets the standards required today in professional baseball is very encouraging. Were still involved in discussions with university representatives but... (eDuck.com)
Ducks unveil baseball park concepts Jan 31, 2008
"Although Civic Stadium has been wonderful to us for a number of years, the possibilities for the future are exciting" admitted D.G. Elmore, chairman of the Elmore Sports Group. "We have to be realistic about what's in our best interest. To find a long-term solution that provides us with an opportunity to move into a modern facility that meets the standards required today in professional baseball is very encouraging. We're still involved in discussions with university representatives but remain... (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Oregon weighs location of baseball stadium Jan 17, 2008
The choice, however, would disappoint those who want the university to acquire the Civic Stadium property from the Eugene School District. Supporters of that option hoped the UO would renovate the aging stadium and make it the long-term home of both the Duck baseball team and the minor league Eugene Emeralds. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Interview: Emeralds broadcaster Bryan Beban Dec 31, 2007
Bryan has been with the Ems off an on since 1982 and in his current capacity as the assistant general manager since 1999 along with his father, Bob Beban, the president/general manager, have been providing one of the better fan experiences in the game for minor league baseball with all of the games played in beautiful Civic Stadium, a place that has been around since 1938. Although you didnt have the type of year that you wanted, once again the Emeralds were a very successful franchise... (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
The Wednesday Inside Scoop Dec 13, 2007
Register-GuardIt's a future that Civic Stadium fans would prefer not to see: The venerable south Eugene baseball stadium demolished, the land sold for nearly $5 million, and filled in with housing. But it's a scenario contained in a market study ordered by the Eugene School District, which owns the 69-year-old stadium at 20th Avenue and Willamette Street. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
McCray hired by Dodgers Nov 27, 2007
He gained folk-hero status in 1991 while playing for Triple-A Vancouver when he crashed through the plywood fence at Portland's Civic Stadium. The 15th anniversary of the event was marked in Portland by a Rodney McCray "Bobblefence" Night. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
A Game Day Inside Scoop Nov 16, 2007
"He's smart, he has a passion for the game, he can shoot it, pass it, handle it ... why not?Register-GuardThe University of Oregon, which needs a ballpark for its reborn baseball program, made it clear Wednesday that it is not likely to ride to the rescue of Civic Stadium, the longtime home of the Eugene Emeralds.In a letter to local government officials, UO director of athletics Pat Kilkenny stated that the university will not purchase land for a new ballpark, that it intends to own any... (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Western closes out season with 48-24 loss to Minnesota State Nov 11, 2007
- Quarterback Ben King threw four second-quarter touchdown passes, leading Minnesota State University to a 48-24 victory over Western Washington University on Saturday at Civic Stadium in the final football game in the 87-year history of the North Central Conference. Western, which suffered its fifth straight loss, completed its season 2-8 overall and 1-7 in the NCC. It is the first five-game losing streak since 1986 for the Vikings, who suffered their first eight-loss season since going 1-9 in... (Wwuvikings.com)
Dawgs Travel To Face Beavers Nov 6, 2007
University of Washington - Official Athletic Site :: Football. Jordan Reffett had two and a half tackles for loss Saturday at Stanford. (Gohuskies.com)
Western falls 24-14 at Augustana SD after holding halftime lead Nov 4, 2007
Western ends its season at home on Saturday, Nov. 10 (1 p.m.) against Minnesota State at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. A loss would leave the Vikings with their worst record since going 1-9 in 1983. (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings suffer third straight loss, fall 35-7 to Western Oregon Oct 28, 2007
- Quarterback Mark Thorson threw five touchdown passes, three in the second quarter, leading Western Oregon University to a 35-7 victory over Western Washington University in a non-conference football game Saturday at Civic Stadium. It was the third straight loss for the Vikings, who fell to 2-6 overall. (Wwuvikings.com)
Western falls 24-7 to Central in 5th annual Battle in Seattle Oct 21, 2007
Next Saturday (1 p.m.), Western entertains Western Oregon in its Fall Family Weekend game at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. SCORING SUMMARY Western Washington 0 7 0 0 --- 7 Central Washington 7 14 3 0 --- 24. (Wwuvikings.com)
WEEKLY RELEASE: Vikings meet No.19 Central Washington in 5th Annual Battle in Seattle Oct 19, 2007
CIVIC STADIUM: Western is in its 46th year of playing home games at Bellingham's Civic Stadium ... Last year, Western finished 3-3 at home after having a 1-3 record at Civic Stadium in 2005, its first losing mark at home since 1990 (2-3). (Wwuvikings.com)
An Oregon-Washington Inside Scoop Oct 18, 2007
Where the Ducks will play, and whether they'll share a facility with the Eugene Emeralds, and whether that facility can be Civic Stadium, was the fundamental topic of a closed meeting Monday at the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce. The meeting brought together representatives of the university, the Emeralds, the city of Eugene and the Eugene School District, which owns Civic. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
WEEKLY RELEASE: Vikings travel to South Dakota Oct 10, 2007
CIVIC STADIUM: Western is in its 46th year of playing home games at Bellingham's Civic Stadium ... Last year, Western finished 3-3 at home after having a 1-3 record at Civic Stadium in 2005, its first losing mark at home since 1990 (2-3) ... kicked four field goals, including a 35-yard game-winner with 21 seconds left, lifting Western to an 18-15 victory over St. Cloud State in a NCC contest Saturday at Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Western gets 18-15 win over St. Cloud State in Hall of Fame game Oct 7, 2007
Bellevue/Sammamish) kicked four field goals, including a 35-yard game-winner with 21 seconds left, lifting Western Washington University to an 18-15 victory over St. Cloud State University in a North Central Conference football contest Saturday at Civic Stadium. Western, which improved to 2-3 overall and 1-3 in the NCC, snapped a three-game losing streak. (Wwuvikings.com)
Simmons named NCC co-defensive Player of the Week Oct 2, 2007
Western (1-3, 0-3 NCC) looks to snap a three-game losing streak Saturday (1 p.m.), entertaining St. Cloud State MN (3-2, 0-2 NCC) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Tiger-Cats to get new stadium? Sep 29, 2007
" Ivor Wynne Stadium, once known as Civic Stadium, was built for the 1930 British Empire Games. While it lacks many modern stadium amenities, Ticats owner Bob Young spruced it up considerably when he bought the team four years ago, making it a decent place to watch football, at least for now. But Mitchell estimates keeping it that way will be a $30-to-$40-million investment, money that could be invested in a new facility with broader uses. "A CFL team is not in a position to dictate it wants a... (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
WEEKLY RELEASE: Pivotal game for Vikings at Minnesota Duluth Sep 25, 2007
CIVIC STADIUM: Western is in its 46th year of playing home games at Bellingham's Civic Stadium ... Last year, Western finished 3-3 at home after having a 1-3 record at Civic Stadium in 2005, its first losing mark at home since 1990 (2-3) ... Running back Ryan Chappell rushed for 214 yards on 24 carries, including four second-half touchdowns, helping nationally ranked North Dakota pull away from a halftime tie and claim a 63-42 North Central Conference victory Saturday over Western at Civic... (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings lose 63-42 to No.2 North Dakota in highest scoring-game in NCC history Sep 23, 2007
- Running back Ryan Chappell rushed for 214 yards on 24 carries, including four second-half touchdowns, helping nationally ranked University of North Dakota pull away from a halftime tie and claim a 63-42 North Central Conference victory Saturday over Western Washington University at Civic Stadium. UND, rated No.2 in the latest American Football Coaches Association/NCAA Division II Coaches Poll, improved to 4-0 overall and 2-0 in the NCC.. (Wwuvikings.com)
UND makes first trip to Bellingham Sep 22, 2007
On Saturday, the two teams meet in Bellingham's Civic Stadium. Western Washington was picked to finish last in the NCC, but had an impressive season-opening 28-21 win at UC Davis, a program in the Football Championship Subdivision, formerly NCAA Division I-AA.. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Weekly Release: Vikings meet No.2 North Dakota in home opener Sep 19, 2007
UPCOMING GAME: Western Washington University Vikings (1-1, 0-1) vs. University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux (3-0, 1-0) in a North Central Conference contest Saturday, Sept. 22 (6 p.m.) at Civic Stadium (4,000 cap ... HOME OPENERS: Western has split its last six home debuts, upsetting No.15 Washburn, 16-13, in last year's opener at Civic Stadium ... CIVIC STADIUM: Western is in its 46th year of playing home games at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Title games will raise football’s profile Sep 19, 2007
They edged Churchill 15-14 at Autzen Stadium for the 1979 state title and Lakeridge 24-7 in 1983 at Civic Stadium in Portland. They lost the 1986 title game to Glencoe in Portland. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Western falls 45-10 at No.8 Nebraska-Omaha Sep 16, 2007
The Vikings meet No.2-ranked North Dakota in their home opener Saturday, Sept. 22 (6 p.m.) at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. SCORING SUMMARY. (Wwuvikings.com)
Weekly Release: Vikings put four-game win streak on line at No.8 Nebraska-Omaha Sep 12, 2007
Running back Kyle Kasperbauer rushed for 180 yards and three touchdowns on 17 carries as University of Nebraska-Omaha scored on all five of its first-half possessions and went on to a 38-10 victory over Western in a NCC game at Civic Stadium ... CIVIC STADIUM: Western is in its 46th year of playing home games at Bellingham's Civic Stadium ... Last year, Western finished 3-3 at home after having a 1-3 record at Civic Stadium in 2005, its first losing record at home since 1990 (2-3). (Wwuvikings.com)
Eugene trounced in mistake filled game Sep 6, 2007
Shaky pitching and sloppy fielding combined to derail the Ems against the visiting Salem-Keizer Volcanoes, as Eugene lost 12-5 before 2,562 fans at Civic Stadium Tuesday evening. and combined to walk 12 batters while Emeralds committed four errors on defense as the Volcanoes efficiently outscored the Emeralds despite being garnering three less hits in the contest. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Eugene finale ends in a loss Sep 6, 2007
Although the Emeralds began the 2007 campaign with a franchise best 10-1 start at Civic Stadium, the club never could keep pace with the Volcanoes, which led the Northwest League wire-to-wire for the second consecutive year en route to setting a NWL record of 57 wins. The win total beats the previous record of 55 wins, which the Volcanoes set in 2006. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Eugene battles hard in victory Sep 5, 2007
The Ems came from behind in a high scoring matchup to beat the Volcanoes 12-7 in front of 3,404 fans on Labor Day at Civic Stadium. We got nothing else to lose, said manager Greg Riddoch. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Tacoma News Tribune: Fortune cookie isn't only reason Conwell returned Sep 1, 2007
Home field: Civic Stadium (4,000 capacity), Bellingham. Outlook: The Vikings are experienced on both sides of the ball, but it is defensively where the team could shine. (Wwuvikings.com)
Western opens season Saturday at NCAA I-FCS UC Davis Aug 29, 2007
CIVIC STADIUM: Western is in its 46th year of playing home games at Bellingham's Civic Stadium ... Last year, Western finished 3-3 at home after having a 1-3 record at Civic Stadium in 2005, its first losing record at home since 1990 (2-3) ... Western has split its last six home openers, upsetting No.15 Washburn, 16-13, in last year's debut at Bellingham's Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Defense dominates in scrimmage Aug 25, 2007
- Western Washington University quarterbacks threw six touchdown passes, but the defense was dominant as the Vikings held their final intrasquad scrimmage of the preseason Friday at Civic Stadium. The defense held the offense to just one first down in the first five series before on first play of a drive starting from the defensive 20, quarterback (Jr. (Wwuvikings.com)
Latos denied a win by shaky bullpen Aug 20, 2007
Eugenes bullpen was unable to hold on, though, and combined to give up six runs as the Emeralds lost 6-5 in front of 2,666 fans at Civic Stadium. The Emeralds continued a trend in their homestand against Everett, scoring first in their third consecutive game. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Gardiner highlights Vikings' first scrimmage with four touchdown passes Aug 19, 2007
Bothell) had four touchdown passes to highlight the first scrimmage session for the Western Washington University football team Saturday at Civic Stadium ... 24, 3:30 p.m.) at Civic Stadium. (Wwuvikings.com)
Emeralds struggles start at home Aug 19, 2007
Since beginning the season with a franchise best mark of 10-1 at home, the Eugene Emeralds have struggled at Civic Stadium, going 10-9. The home slump is part of the problem for the Ems, who have gone just 6-13 since the end of July. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Inside-the-parker headlines Eugene win Aug 19, 2007
comPosted Aug 18, 2007 Eugene, OR The Eugene Emeralds came back home after a three game trip to Vancouver to face the Everett Aquasox in front of 3,119 fans at Civic Stadium. The Emeralds came away with a nail-biting 6-2 victory that featured strong bats, loose pitching, and shaky fielding. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
BeaverBlitz Newsstand Friday, August 17 Aug 18, 2007
Portland TribuneNext, I'd look for the school to announce plans to build a new ballpark on campus or forge a partnership with the city of Eugene to renovate ancient Civic Stadium which is the most likely scenario. The city and university could share the cost of erecting the facility and pretty much redo everything from the ground up for much less money than it would cost to acquire land and build from scratch. (Oregon State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tuesday Inside Scoop Aug 15, 2007
At the Eugene Emeralds' game at Civic Stadium on Sunday evening, there was Oregon State baseball coach Pat Casey, watching the action with San Diego Padres general manager Kevin Towers and UO athletic director Pat Kilkenny. Of course, Towers, in town to watch Padre farmhands who play for the Ems, and Kilkenny, the successful San Diego businessman who was a leading proponent of the Padres' downtown stadium, are close friends - as are Towers and Casey, who were minor-league teammates. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
