Tuesday, October 11 2011 2:15 AM EDT2011-10-11 06:15:07 GMT
For the second year in a row, the Northwest League Woman Executive of the Year will reside in Yakima. Laura McMurray was so honored by the NWL teams at the league's fall meeting.More >>
For the second year in a row, the Northwest League Woman Executive of the Year will reside in Yakima. Laura McMurray was so honored by the NWL teams at the league's fall meeting.More >>
Sunday, September 4 2011 2:46 AM EDT2011-09-04 06:46:43 GMT
The Yakima Bears gave the record 3, 391 fans in attendance at Yakima County Stadium Saturday night a great show, winning 5-4 over the Eugene Emeralds.More >>
The Yakima Bears gave the record 3, 391 fans in attendance at Yakima County Stadium Saturday night a great show, winning 5-4 over the Eugene Emeralds.More >>
Saturday, September 3 2011 2:46 AM EDT2011-09-03 06:46:51 GMT
The Yakima Bears lost a close 2-1 game against the Eugene Emeralds Friday night.More >>
The Yakima Bears lost a close 2-1 game against the Eugene Emeralds Friday night at Yakima County Stadium. The Bears, who were mathematically eliminated from earning a spot in the playoffs with the loss, finish the regular season Saturday at Yakima County Stadium.More >>
Thursday, September 1 2011 1:55 AM EDT2011-09-01 05:55:16 GMT
The Yakima Bears have received word from the Northwest League that infielder Jimmy Comerota has been named the 2011 Northwest League All-Star Team.More >>
The Yakima Bears have received word from the Northwest League that infielder Jimmy Comerota has been named the 2011 Northwest League All-Star Team.More >>
Monday, August 29 2011 12:19 AM EDT2011-08-29 04:19:28 GMT
The Yakima Bears lost 5-3 to the Everett Aquasox Sunday at Everett Memorial Stadium. The loss snapped the Bears seven-game winning streak and helped the Aquasox avoid a five-game series sweep.More >>
The Yakima Bears lost 5-3 to the Everett Aquasox Sunday at Everett Memorial Stadium. The loss snapped the Bears seven-game winning streak and helped the Aquasox avoid a five-game series sweep.More >>
Sunday, August 28 2011 1:50 AM EDT2011-08-28 05:50:27 GMT
The Yakima Bears defeated the Everett Aquasox 6-5 Saturday night at Everett Memorial Stadium. The Bears have now won seven straight games and pulled into a tie for first place at 17-15More >>
The Yakima Bears defeated the Everett Aquasox 6-5 Saturday night at Everett Memorial Stadium. The Bears have now won seven straight games and pulled into a tie for first place at 17-15More >>
By Yakima Bears
YAKIMA, Wash. – For the second year in a row, the Northwest League Woman Executive of the Year will reside in Yakima. Laura McMurray was so honored by the NWL teams at the league's fall meeting. The award is given annually to one woman in the league in recognition of contributions to her City, The Northwest League, and Professional Baseball. Last year, Yakima's own Lauren Wombacher received the award.
Laura is the Chief Financial Officer of the Bears, serving in that capacity since 1999. Along with her husband, Laura also serves as the managing owner of the team. She has lived in Yakima since 2001 and has taken an active role in the City's redevelopment efforts. Prior to her involvement in Minor League Baseball, Laura worked as an actuary before transitioning to office manager for a national investment firm. She also found time to raise a wonderful daughter Katey, who resides in Western Washington.
"We are so pleased that the Northwest League recognized Laura's contributions," said Bears' General Manager KL Wombacher. "In today's environment, overseeing the finances of a small market Minor League team is a great challenge. Laura has done a fantastic job for us. But, as many of our fans know, her involvement does not stop at the office. Laura also takes an active role in assuring that the experience at the ballpark is fun for everyone."
The McMurrays are entering their 14th season as owners of the Yakima Bears. The Bears are a proud affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks who are the 2011 National League West Champions.
CLEVELAND (AP) _ Ubaldo Jimenez overcame a shaky start to get the win and the Cleveland Indians pounded out a season-best five doubles to beat the Seattle Mariners 9-3 Wednesday night.More >>
CLEVELAND (AP) _ Ubaldo Jimenez overcame a shaky start to get the win and the Cleveland Indians pounded out a season-best five doubles to beat the Seattle Mariners 9-3 Wednesday night.More >>
McMINNVILLE, OR – Dan Scheibe threw a six-hit shutout to lead third-seeded Whitworth to a 5-0 win over fourth-seeded La Verne in an opening round game of the McMinnville Regional of the NCAA Division III baseball tournament.More >>
McMINNVILLE, Ore. – Dan Scheibe threw a six-hit shutout to lead third-seeded Whitworth to a 5-0 win over fourth-seeded La Verne in an opening round game of the McMinnville Regional of the NCAA Division III baseball tournament on Wednesday night at Roy Helser Field.More >>
After reaching .500 with a win over New Orleans last Friday the Spokane Shock find themselves – once again – in AFL coaches poll.More >>
After reaching .500 with a win over New Orleans last Friday the Spokane Shock find themselves – once again – in AFL coaches poll. The Shock (4-4) are No. 10 in the poll released Wednesday afternoon by the league.More >>
Washington State's season opener against BYU is no longer on September 1. And it is no longer TBA in the TV category. The game is on national television.More >>
Washington State's season opener against BYU is no longer on September 1. And it is no longer TBA in the TV category. The game is on national television.More >>
Mead High graduate and current Washington State football player Aaron Dunn is leaving Pullman, and leaving football.More >>
Mead High graduate and current Washington State football player Aaron Dunn is leaving Pullman, and leaving football. Dunn, who has two years of experience as a Cougar, accepted a scholarship offer to play basketball at Western Washington, the school reported Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 16 2012 2:08 PM EDT2012-05-16 18:08:27 GMT
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King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn have called a news conference to announce a financing agreement with Chris Hansen who hopes to build a new arena. More >>
The City of Seattle, King County and investor Chris Hanson came together Wednesday to announce they have reached an agreement to move forward with plans to lure an NBA and franchise back to the Emerald City.More >>
Big Sky commissioner Doug Fullerton admitted it: he sought to expand the conference to protect itself against a Western Athletic Conference dying on the vine.More >>
Big Sky commissioner Doug Fullerton admitted it: he sought to expand the conference to protect itself against a Western Athletic Conference dying on the vine. Fullerton said as much this week in an interview published on SportsNetwork.com.More >>