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Tahoma’s Dean Jordan avoids three Auburn Riverside defenders. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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NPSL postseason preview: What to watch for in soccer district tournament

These are some of the biggest storylines heading into the playoffs.

Photos provided by Robby Mullikin.
Kentwood’s Diya Thomas walks by her schoolmates.

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Seahawks name Kent student as Flag Football Player of the Year

The senior scored 36 touchdowns and was honored outside the school.

Blake Hanson runs to third base for Enumclaw. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Enumclaw sees win slip through fingertips vs. Kentlake

After leading 6-4 in the fifth, Kentlake makes comeback to down Hornets.

Natalie Harris pitches for White River against Decatur. Ben Ray / The Herald

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White River fastpitch dominates Decatur in fifth straight win

Hornets’ offense scored over 12 runs in fourth straight game.

Kannius Alva pounds his chest after hitting a triple in the second inning for Enumclaw. Ben Ray / The Herald

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Hornets’ fall to Riverside in non-league contest

Auburn Riverside’s Kaeden Morgan goes the distance, cooling hot Hornet bats.

The highlight was the ballpark’s new food trays, in honor of Washington’s famous ferries. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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2026 Mariners menu preview: Best food at T-Mobile Park

The Ferry Boat Souvenir was eye catching, but here are some bites that really stole the show.

Tacoma Dome on film from a disposable camera. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Shot on a disposable camera: WA state basketball 2026

In a world of advancing technology, take a step back and dive into a bit of nostalgia.

PHOTO COURTESY ZOEY VITALICH Jordyn Daigle’s impact on the White River flag football program, both on offense (as shown here) and on defense, brought her WIAA Athlete of the Week recognition.

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2026 flag football NPSL all-league teams released

White River sweeps 3A awards while Kentwood’s Diya Thomas named 4A offensive player of the year.

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald waves and holds the Lombardi Trophy during the parade. Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in Super Bowl parade | Photos

According to city officials, up to 1 million fans flooded downtown Seattle.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba had at least 72 receiving yards in all but one game this season, including 84 in the finale at San Francisco. Ezra Shaw / Getty Images

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Three focal points for Seahawks vs. 49ers in NFC Divisional Round

It’s the third time these teams have met this season, second time in three weeks.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III sprints toward the end zone against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, Dec. 18, at Lumen Field in Seattle. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

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Three takeaways from Seattle’s historic night

The Seahawks rallied in one of the most impressive comebacks in franchise history. Here’s what stands out.

Auburn wide-out Lucas Whitehall-Gilkes takes a hit against the Royals. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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2025 NPSL all-league football teams

Auburn’s Lucas Whitehall-Gilkes is 4A offensive player of the year, FW’s Tellez named defensive player of the year.

Sutton Kelsey controls the ball for the Hornets. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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2025 NPSL all-league soccer teams announced

Enumclaw’s Sutton Kelsey and Stadium’s Haley Millan win player of the year.