Nighthawk boys hand Vikings first loss in three games

Oakesdale takes lead over Vikings for third in district

Jake Hull, Whitman County Gazette | Jan 25, 20240

Jake Hull | the gazette count

Liam Cook of Garfield-Palouse takes a shot over the defense from the Oakesdale Nighthawks.

OAKESDALE - Following a Whitman County clash between the dominant Oakesdale Nighthawks and streak Garfield-Palouse Vikings, the Nighthawks emerged victorious, strengthening their lead over the other Whitman County teams.

Garfield-Palouse came into the match with the Nighthawks holding a 5-2 district record, while the Nighthawks had a 5-2 record as well.

Oakesdale now sit tied for third-best in the 1B district, tied with Sunnyside Christian, trailing the 8-1 Pomeroy Pirates, and undefeated DeSales Irish. The one loss in district play for the Pirates was at the hands of Oakesdale.

Oakesdale and...