Greg Oveson’s selection as girls basketball coach of the year in the Old Oregon League was richly deserved. After a pandemic-impaired 2020-21 season, he guided Wallowa High School’s 11-player team to a 16-9 season and third place in the league, guaranteeing a spot in the state tournament.

This was the Cougars’ best showing in a decade. Greg was appointed last season after Coach David Howe felt he had to resign over a controversy about his scheduling of games in Idaho so the girls could play at all. David likewise had improved the team’s performance.

Greg has a long history with Wallowa athletics beginning with his performance as a guard on the school’s state championship team in 1970 and continuing as coach of the boys 1995 state championship squad. He has coached girls basketball on and off for many years.

I, for one, salute Greg for his commitment to our female student-athletes and the Wallowa athletic program. He has earned our respect and acclamation. Next season ought to be spectacular.

Chuck Anderson

Enterprise