By Oly Archibald

PORT ANGELES — Peninsula Pirates basketball coach Allison Crumb has secured the third commitment for the 2024 recruiting class: Bobbie Skyy Ragsdale, a 5’10” forward from Westside Christian High School in Tigard, Oregon.

Ragsdale led the Eagles to a commendable 20-7 record, clinching the Lewis & Clark League Championship and securing a spot in the Class 3A State tournament. She was honored as a Lewis & Clark All-League Honorable Mention, averaging 9 points and 6 rebounds per game in her senior year. Ragsdale joins Makena Patrick of Anaconda, Montana, and All-State Neah Bay Red Devil Ryana Moss in this promising Pirate recruiting class.

Ragsdale

Meanwhile, two Peninsula Pirates, Javon Ervin and Ese Onakpoma, have been named to the JC All-American Team by the National Association of Basketball Coaches. Their exceptional sophomore seasons and leadership guided the Pirates to a successful campaign, culminating in an appearance in the NWAC Tournament, despite a coaching change and a perceived rebuilding phase. Both players are currently weighing multiple offers from four-year schools.

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In other NWAC news, Amber Swan and Ezrah Ray from the two-time state champion Neah Bay Red Devils have committed to NWAC powerhouse Columbia Basin College in Pasco.

Amber Swan of Neah Bay has signed with NWAC power Columbia Basin with teammate Ezrah Ray

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Today’s high school sporting events offer plenty of excitement, weather permitting. In golf, North Mason faces Port Angeles, while Sequim competes against Olympic, with tee times set for 3:00 PM. In soccer, Sequim takes on Bainbridge, kicking off at 6:45 PM. For tennis enthusiasts, North Mason challenges Port Angeles, with the first serve scheduled for 4:00 PM. Lastly, in fastpitch action, Sequim visits North Kitsap, and Port Angeles travels to Olympic.