Tomorrow night (6/3/14) is the second annual 2014 Black and Red All-Sports Awards Banquet for the SOU athletes. Unfortunately, I will be teaching a class in Medford so I won’t be able to attend. Today’s photo, by the way, is from last year’s event. I believe Daniel Breaux was responsible for this cup on Bobby Heiken’s head.

Posted on June 2nd, 2014 under only in ashland, people. Tags: Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II, Nikon D600, Raider Athletics, Southern Oregon University. Comments Off on 2nd Annual Black and Red All-Sports Awards Banquet

Keegan Lawrence, formerly of Sherwood High School, will join SOU’s football program this fall

@k_law21 The Ashland High School baseball team was eliminated from the state playoffs this past Friday afternoon by Sherwood High School (once again). Keegan Lawrence led the Bowmen with four hits.

Later this year Keegan will hopefully be leading the Raiders in yards rushing. He was the 2013 Football Player of the Year for the state of Oregon before signing with Southern Oregon University. He averaged over 17 yards per carry. The Raiders will be more than happy with an average of half that.

Posted on June 1st, 2014 under only in ashland, people. Tags: ashland high school, baseball, keegan lawrence, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II, Nikon D600, Raider Athletics, sports photography. Comments Off on Keegan Lawrence

2014 AHS graduation in Lithia Park (3 photo photomerged panorama)

More photos from last night’s graduation ceremony in Lithia Park can be found here (my Facebook album), here (Alex Georgevitch), and here (Rock Solid Photography).

Posted on May 31st, 2014 under lithia park, only in ashland, people. Tags: ashland high school, lithia park, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II, Nikon D600. Comments Off on Ashland High School Class of 2014 Graduation in Lithia Park photos

Lithia Park – Ashland High School Graduation Ceremony

My little guy is graduating from high school tonight in Lithia Park.

Posted on May 30th, 2014 under lithia park, only in ashland, people. Tags: ashland high school, lithia park, nikon d7000, ryan. Comments Off on AHS Class of 2014 Graduation in Lithia Park

AHS baseball – Eric Carlson slides into third with a triple against Dallas

@eric9carlson As I mentioned yesterday, Ashland advanced to the Quarterfinals with a win over Dallas.

The #1 seed, Bend, was upset by the #16 seed, and this is a single elimination tournament. Therefore, if Ashland can beat Sherwood (in Ashland) on Friday, they will host the Semifinal round as well. In addition, the #3 seed, Springfield, was upset so now Ashland has the second highest seed of the remaining teams.

Friday night is graduation in Lithia Park so Friday’s game will be an early, 2 p.m. start at North Mountain Park.

Posted on May 29th, 2014 under only in ashland, people. Tags: AF-S Teleconverter TC-17E 1.7X II for Nikon, ashland high school, baseball, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II, Nikon D600, sports photography. Comments Off on Upsets pave possible championship run for Ashland

Ashland High School Baseball – Steen Fredrickson

@ahs_baseball @steenF_12 Steen, a junior, pitched 4.1 innings allowing just one earned run while striking out 7. Tommy Hulick pitched the final 2.2 innings in scoreless fashion. Ashland will host Sherwood on Friday afternoon.

Posted on May 28th, 2014 under only in ashland, people. Tags: ashland high school, baseball, Nikkor 200-400mm f/4 VR lens, Nikon D600, sports photography. Comments Off on AHS moves into state Quarterfinals with 8-2 win over Dallas

Ashland High School Baseball – Bryce Rogan

This afternoon @ North Mountain Park the #4 Grizzles will open Round 1 of the 5A OSAA Baseball State Championship by hosting #13 seed Dallas High School (near Salem). First pitch is scheduled for 4:30.

Posted on May 28th, 2014 under only in ashland, people. Tags: ashland high school, baseball, Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II, Nikon D600, sports photography. Comments Off on First round of state high school baseball playoffs today

I thought this was for the 4th of July, but apparently my neighbors who own these procreating pink flamingos have something else in store for July.

Posted on May 26th, 2014 under only in ashland. Tags: Nikon 85mm f/1.8 g lens, Nikon D600, pink flamingos lawn ornaments. Comments Off on Happy Memorial Day!

Stryper back patch

Once upon a time, 30 years ago, I had a friend who was into Stryper. I went along with him to one of their shows, much more to see the silliness than to show the band any kind of support. Strange as the evening was, I ended up catching a Stryper bible. Somewhere in a box in my garage is that relic from the past.

Fast forward to last Thursday night. BugGiRL’s Stryper-inspired logo graced the Club 66 stage while the drummer sported a throw-back denim vest with Stryper back patch. The night was destined to be a tongue-in-cheek fun one, and BugGiRL did not disappoint.

Did I mention that their current album is called “Lesbians for Satan”? Stryper would be proud. 😉

BugGiRL’s Heather Webb

Clinno

Amber Saxon of BugGiRL @ Club 66

locals get in on the BugGiRL action @ Club 66

Their tour continues through California, Arizona, and Texas so check them out if you are anywhere near their route.

Posted on May 25th, 2014 under only in ashland, people. Tags: buggirl, club 66, concert photography, Nikon 85mm f/1.8 g lens, Nikon D600. Comments Off on BugGiRL @ Club 66 (5/22/14)