Board approves one‑year Milwaukee–Riverside softball cooperative agreement

The board discussed and voted on a one‑year OSAA cooperative sponsorship for softball between Milwaukee High School and Riverside High School.

Ryan Richardson, executive director of athletics and multiple pathways, said the agreement would allow Riverside athletes (anticipated 1–3) to join Milwaukee’s softball program where Riverside does not have enough participants. He told directors the arrangement is consistent with past cooperative agreements, is not expected to displace Milwaukee athletes, will not change classification, and has no financial impact because facilities, coaches and teams are already in place.

A director moved to approve the cooperative agreement and a director seconded. The chair called the vote and announced the motion "passes with a vote of 6 2 0" as recorded in the meeting transcript. The board will renew such co‑ops annually as needed; staff characterized the agreement as a one‑year arrangement to allow Riverside time to grow its program.

What’s next: The agreement was approved for the 2026 season; staff said they will return next year if Riverside requires further assistance or seeks a different arrangement.