Vikings host Philomath in March 21 opener


The Siuslaw Vikings will host Philomath on Monday, March 21, in a nonleague doubleheader to open their 2016 softball season.

First pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m.

The Vikings also have home games at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31, versus Sutherlin and noon Saturday, April 2, versus Junction City.

Nonleague road games include March 23 at Cottage Grove, March 25 at Harrisburg and March 29 at Elmira.

Practice begins Monday, Feb. 29.

The Far West League schedule has yet to be announced.

The Vikings are coached by Sean O'Mara.