The Edmonds-Woodway girls basketball team practices at the Edmonds-Woodway High School gymnasium on Jan. 8, 2026. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

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Edmonds-Woodway girls basketball program reaches new heights

The revitalized feeder system leads to league-best record with four freshmen starters.

Monroe’s Tenny Oylear runs with the ball during the game against Ferndale on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Seahawks take over Monroe, Jackson girls flag football

The Bearcats defeat Ferndale for a $1,000 donation during promotional event on Wednesday.

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Tips Week in Review: Everett starts 2026 with win

After losing to Portland on New Year’s Eve, the Silvertips blow out Wenatchee.

Snohomish’s Hudson Smith dribbles the ball up the court while Meadowdale’s Noah Million defends during the game on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish boys basketball upsets Meadowdale

The Panthers win third straight while handing Mavericks second loss of season on Monday.

Everett CC freshman Bubba Palacol drives past Spokane sophomore Eloy Chaparro during the Trojans' 93-92 overtime loss to the Sasquatch at the Walt Price Student Fitness Center on Jan. 3, 2026. (Daniel Acosta / Everett CC Athletics)

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Bubba Palacol turning heads with EvCC men’s basketball

The former Marysville Getchell standout seizes star role with Trojans.

Everett freshman Noah Parker drives past Spokane sophomore Eloy Chaparro during the Trojans' 93-92 overtime loss to the Sasquatch at Walt Price Student Fitness Center on Jan. 3, 2026. (Daniel Acosta / Everett CC)

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EvCC men’s basketball close non-conference play with OT loss

The Trojans fall to Spokane 93-92 on last-second layup on Saturday.

Monroe senior Caleb Campbell (center, in black) wins the opening tip-off in the Bearcats' 77-47 win against Everett at Norm Lowery Gymnasium on Jan. 2, 2026. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

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Monroe boys basketball rebounds against Everett

Kiehl scores 31 as the Bearcats respond to first loss with 77-47 win against the Seagulls on Friday.

Lake Stevens' Kyle Hoglund celebrates the action on the court against Mount Si at Henry M. Jackson High School in Mill Creek on Nov. 12, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens’ Hoglund named state 4A Volleyball Coach of the Year

After dramatic championship win, the Vikings coach earns state recognition.

Lake Stevens junior Blake Moser is The Herald's 2025 All-Area Football Offensive Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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The Herald’s 2025 Football Offensive Player of the Year: Blake Moser

The Lake Stevens dual-threat junior QB compiled 3,462 total yards and 55 touchdowns.

Lake Stevens senior and University of Oregon commit Laura Eichert is The Herald’s 2025 Volleyball Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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The Herald’s 2025 All-Area Volleyball Player of the Year: Laura Eichert

The Lake Stevens senior capped her legendary high school career with a state title.

Stanwood senior Presley Harris attempts to hold off Jackson junior Mackenzie Pepin (right, wearing black) at the perimeter during the Spartans' 52-44 win against the Timberwolves at Stanwood High School on Dec. 18, 2025. (Herald Staff)

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Stanwood girls basketball hands Jackson first loss

The undefeated Spartans’ strong third quarter leads to 52-44 win on Thursday.

Edmonds-Woodway junior Lincoln Bradley (0) elevates to the rim during the Warriors' 74-47 win against Archbishop Murphy at Archbishop Murphy High School on Dec. 17, 2025. (Herald Staff)

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Edmonds-Woodway boys basketball remains undefeated

The reigning 3A finalists showcase depth with 74-47 win against Archbishop Murphy on Wednesday.

Silvertips goalie Raiden LeGall (right) stands with his hometown goalie coach Tim Morison on the ice at Angel of the Winds Arena. (Photo courtesy of Tim Morison)

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Silvertips goalie raises thousands of dollars for mental health causes

Raiden LeGall and his hometown goalie coach’s custom merchandise fundraiser grosses over $12k

Silvertips forward Jesse Heslop (left) pushes through the neutral zone during Everett's 9-4 win against Victoria at Angel of the Winds Arena on Oct. 4, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

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Silvertips display ‘versatility’ in comeback win vs. Spokane

After mistakes put team in 4-2 hole, Everett climbs back for 6-4 win on Saturday.

King's senior Kaitlin Cramer (right, in black) receives a pass from senior teammate Kaleo Anderson (left) during the Knights' 66-53 win against Kamiak at Kamiak High School on Dec. 12, 2025. (Herald Staff)

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King’s girls basketball pulls away from Kamiak

The Knights utilize a fourth-quarter run to win 66-53 in Friday’s back-and-forth contest.

Jackson junior Jaelyn Phaysith pressures Highline's quarterback into a throwaway during the Timberwolves' 23-7 win against the Pirates at Pop Keeney Stadium on Dec. 11, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

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Jackson girls flag football among Wesco pioneers

In first WIAA season, the Timberwolves show progress in 23-7 win against Highline on Thursday.

Glacier Peak freshman Aliyah Jazmin (right) positions herself in front of Shorewood junior Karmin Kasberg during the Grizzlies' 77-46 win against the Stormrays at Glacier Peak High School on Dec. 9, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

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Glacier Peak girls basketball rolls past Shorewood

The new-look Grizzlies remain undefeated with 77-46 win on Tuesday.

Lake Stevens head coach Tom Tri hugs Lake Stevens’ Kenny Buckmiller during the 4A state football quarterfinal game against Moses Lake on Nov. 22, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens football dialing up for state championship game

The Vikings will play for third 4A title in four years against Sumner on Saturday.

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Stanwood girls basketball escapes with win at Arlington

Eagles’ missed free throws, Wortham’s go-ahead jumper lift Spartans to 37-36 win on Wednesday.

Tenison Woods and Lake Stevens high-five after their game on Dec. 2, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens basketball hosts Australian cultural exchange

The Vikings boys and girls share court and candies with Mount Gambier’s Tenison Woods on Tuesday.