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Washington Wolfpack quarterback Jaiave Magalei throws during practice on Friday, July 24, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sports

Washington Wolfpack set for first-ever playoff game

After a rough start, the Everett-based AF1 franchise takes a step forward in third season.

The Snohomish Little League All-Stars hold the Northwest Region championship banner on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at Al Houghton Stadium in San Bernardino, California. (Photo courtesy of Little League Baseball and Softball)

Community Sports

Snohomish All-Stars headed for Little League World Series

Team Washington wins West Region title over Idaho to punch ticket to North Carolina.

Kamiak’s Sarah Dyer uses an iron from the tee box during the 4A District 1 Golf Tournament at Snohomish Golf Course on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

Wesco announces All-Conference golf teams

Wesco has announced its All-Conference golf teams for the 2026 season.

Glacier Peak’s Emmett Brown high-fives Matthew Marquardt after scoring during the game against Meadowdale on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

Wesco announces All-Conference baseball teams

Wesco has announced its All-Conference baseball teams for the 2026 season.

Everett’s Anna Luscher pitches during the 3A district championship game on Thursday, May 14, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

Wesco announces All-Conference softball teams

Wesco has announced its All-Conference softball teams for the 2026 season.

Stanwood’s Addi Anderson reacts to a pick off at second base thrown by Stanwood’s Jordan Rancourt during the 3A state quarterfinal game against Kennewick on Friday, May 22, 2026 in Lacey, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

The Herald’s 2026 Softball Player of the Year: Addi Anderson

The Stanwood junior’s pitching and hitting brilliance led the Spartans to a third-place finish at state.

Head coach Jedd Fisch of the Washington Huskies reacts to a play against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the first half at Beaver Stadium on Nov. 9, 2024, in State College, Pennsylvania. (Scott Taetsch / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

College Sports

Fisch: ‘Trenches-based’ Huskies ready to win in Big Ten

Washington’s emphasis on increased size mirrors football competition in power conference.

Snohomish’s Mak Dauer poses with her medal and ribbon after winning the District 1 3A singles title on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon. (Qasim Ali / The Herald)

High School Sports

Wesco announces All-Conference girls tennis teams

Wesco has announced its All-Conference girls tennis athletes for the 2026 season.

Shorewood’s Tajidin Babayev jumps to head the ball during the 3A state semifinal game against Blanchet on Friday, May 29, 2026 in Puyallup, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

Wesco announces All-Conference boys soccer teams

Wesco has announced its All-Conference boys soccer teams for the 2026 season.

Shorewood’s Jaden Marlow finishes second in the 3A Boys 110M hurdles final during the WIAA State Track & Field Championships on Friday, May 29, 2026 in Tacoma, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

Wesco announces All-Conference track and field athletes

Wesco has announced its All-Conference track & field athletes for the 2026 season.

Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners jogs back to the dugout at the end of the sixth inning shortly after singling during his rehab appearance with the Everett AquaSox on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Everett Memorial Stadium in Everett, Washington. (Photo courtesy of Mason Coe)

Sports

AquaSox feed on M’s Cal Raleigh appearance

The Seattle Mariners catcher impresses Everett AquaSox players during rehab assignment.

High School Sports

Vote for The Herald’s Prep Athlete of the Week for May 24-30

The Athlete of the Week nominees for May 24-30, state track & field champions edition. Voting closes at…

Kimberly Beard of King’s High School competes at the Class 1A/2B/1B state track meet, which took place May 28-30, 2026 at Zaepfel Stadium in Yakima, Washington. (Photo courtesy of Donna Beard)

High School Sports

Kimberly Beard leads King’s girls to 1A state track title

Thrower dominates two field events to lead Knights to fifth straight championship Saturday.

Washington head coach Jedd Fisch looks on during second-half action against Illinois at Husky Stadium on Oct. 25, 2025, in Seattle.  (Steph Chambers / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

College Sports

Coe: More football is good, so bring on 24-team CFP

An expanded College Football Playoff would provide some duds, but also delights.

High School Sports

Vote for The Herald’s Prep Athlete of the Week for May 17-23

The Athlete of the Week nominees for May 17-23. Voting closes at midnight Sunday. The winner will be…

High School Sports

Glacier Peak baseball falls to Kennedy at state

Jackson’s Song brothers place at state tennis.

High School Sports

Prep softball: Archbishop Murphy’s string of upsets ends in semifinals

Kamiak hangs with No. 3 Rogers before eventually getting knocked out of 4A tourney.

Jeshua Singletary of King’s competes in the 1,600-meter relay at the 2026 1A District 1-2 Championships at Granite Falls High School. (Photo courtesy of Donna Beard)

High School Sports

Prep track & field: Shorewood boys dominate distances at districts

Stanwood girls utilize depth to take the 3A District 1, King’s boys win 1A.

High School Sports

Hugo Ramires of Lake Stevens finishes 2nd at state golf

Prep golf roundup for Wednesday, May 20:

Edmonds-Woodway’s Natan Ghebreamlak reacts after scoring his third goal during the game against Archbishop Murphy on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway’s Natan Ghebreamlak reacts after scoring his third goal during the game against Archbishop Murphy on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High School Sports

Prep roundup: Edmonds-Woodway boys soccer wins state opener Tuesday

Prep roundup for Tuesday, May 19: