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Washington's Sami Reynolds bats during a Women's College World Series game this past June in Oklahoma City. (UW Athletics photo)

The Herald’s 2022-23 Woman of the Year in Sports: Sami Reynolds

The Snohomish grad capped an outstanding five-year career with an All-American season and one of the biggest moments in UW history.

Washington's Sami Reynolds bats during a Women's College World Series game this past June in Oklahoma City. (UW Athletics photo)
The 1987 Cascade boys soccer team poses for a photo in front of the Space Needle in Seattle. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: 1987 Cascade boys soccer

The 1987 Cascade boys soccer team won the AAA title and kicked off a run of five straight appearances in the state title game.

The 1987 Cascade boys soccer team poses for a photo in front of the Space Needle in Seattle. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III celebrates after scoring against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of Sunday’s game in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Grading the Seahawks in their 37-27 win over the Panthers

Seattle turns in a solid all-around performance in front of the 2013 Super Bowl winners.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III celebrates after scoring against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of Sunday’s game in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Rich Haldi. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Rich Haldi

The WSU alum and longtime EvCC athletic administrator helped found the Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame.

Rich Haldi. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)
Lake Stevens High School head football coach Tom Tri hoists his team’s championship trophy during a community parade and celebration Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

The Herald’s 2022-23 Man of the Year in Sports: Tom Tri

The Lake Stevens coach guided the Vikings to Snohomish County’s first large classification football state title in more than 30 years.

Lake Stevens High School head football coach Tom Tri hoists his team’s championship trophy during a community parade and celebration Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Longtime Edmonds School District wrestling coach John Casebeer was also a member of the Snohomish County Wrestling Officials Association for 27 years. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: John Casebeer

The 1963 Edmonds graduate spent 30 successful years as a wrestling coach in the Edmonds School District.

Longtime Edmonds School District wrestling coach John Casebeer was also a member of the Snohomish County Wrestling Officials Association for 27 years. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi celebrates after his goal against the New York Red Bulls during an MLS soccer match at Red Bull Arena, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Harrison, N.J. (AP Photo/Eduardo Munoz Alvarez)

How an Everett icon helped change U.S. soccer forever

Cascade alum Chris Henderson, Inter Miami’s chief soccer officer and sporting director, played a part in bringing megastar Lionel Messi to the U.S.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi celebrates after his goal against the New York Red Bulls during an MLS soccer match at Red Bull Arena, Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Harrison, N.J. (AP Photo/Eduardo Munoz Alvarez)
Austin Roest prepares to take a wrist shot during the first day of Silvertips training camp on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Dad is an NHL bigwig, but Silvertips’ Roest carving his own path

The 19-year-old forward and son of Stanley Cup-winning executive Stacy Roest leads the Silvertips into the 2023-24 season.

Austin Roest prepares to take a wrist shot during the first day of Silvertips training camp on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
AquaSox pitcher Reid VanScoter delivers a pitch during a game against the Vancouver Canadians on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Community roundup: AquaSox’s VanScoter, Scott honored by NWL

Plus, GP grad Matt King is named to USA Swimming’s national team, Daniel Arias is waived by the Cardinals and more.

AquaSox pitcher Reid VanScoter delivers a pitch during a game against the Vancouver Canadians on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Minnesota Twins pitching coach Rick Anderson is shown during batting practice before a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Rick Anderson

The 1975 Mariner graduate spent 16 seasons as an MLB pitching coach with the Minnesota Twins and Detroit Tigers.

Minnesota Twins pitching coach Rick Anderson is shown during batting practice before a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Saturday, May 18, 2013, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Jim Ollom, a legendary Snohomish High School pitcher, retired 18 straight batters in his major-league debut with the Minnesota Twins in September of 1966. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Jim Ollom

The legendary Snohomish pitcher spent parts of two seasons in the major leagues.

Jim Ollom, a legendary Snohomish High School pitcher, retired 18 straight batters in his major-league debut with the Minnesota Twins in September of 1966. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)
Kylin Munoz was named the 2008 Washington Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year after her senior season at Monroe. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Kylin Munoz

The ex-Monroe volleyball star completed her college career with the second-most blocks ever at UW among outside hitters.

Kylin Munoz was named the 2008 Washington Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year after her senior season at Monroe. (County Sports Hall of Fame photo)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) celebrates with teammates after catching the game-winning 6-yard touchdown pass during overtime Sunday against the Detroit Lions. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Grading the Seahawks in their 37-31 victory over the Lions

Seattle steps it up on both offense and defense to recover from its difficult season-opening loss.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) celebrates with teammates after catching the game-winning 6-yard touchdown pass during overtime Sunday against the Detroit Lions. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Edmonds grad Erika Klein excelled in cross country and track and field at Oregon and was The Herald’s 1993 Woman of the Year in Sports. (Snohomish County Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Erika Klein

Klein won three individual state championships while at Edmonds H.S. and had an All-American career at the University of Oregon.

Edmonds grad Erika Klein excelled in cross country and track and field at Oregon and was The Herald’s 1993 Woman of the Year in Sports. (Snohomish County Hall of Fame photo)
Lake Stevens graduate Gina Carbonatto was named the 2006 Big West Co-Softball Player of the Year during her time at the University of Pacific. (Snohomish County Hall of Fame photo)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Gina Carbonatto

The Lake Stevens grad was named the 2006 Big West Co-Softball Player of the Year during her storied career at Pacific.

Lake Stevens graduate Gina Carbonatto was named the 2006 Big West Co-Softball Player of the Year during her time at the University of Pacific. (Snohomish County Hall of Fame photo)
Herald Photo by Dan Bates
Jon Brockman slams the ball through with both hands during 2nd half action Tuesday night as Snohomish squeaked past Mariner to advance in the 4A playoff picture.

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Jon Brockman

The 2005 Snohomish grad was the Washington Gatorade Boys Basketball Player of the Year after his senior season and also starred at UW.

Herald Photo by Dan Bates
Jon Brockman slams the ball through with both hands during 2nd half action Tuesday night as Snohomish squeaked past Mariner to advance in the 4A playoff picture.
Seamus Boxley, a Mountlake Terrace graduate, dunks during a game against Cal Poly. Boxley is a member of the Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023. (Photo courtesy Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023 bio: Seamus Boxley

The Mountlake Terrace alum was a two-time first-team All-Big Sky selection in men’s basketball at Portland State.

Seamus Boxley, a Mountlake Terrace graduate, dunks during a game against Cal Poly. Boxley is a member of the Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2023. (Photo courtesy Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame)
Edmonds Coho Derby top four finishers (from left to right) Mike Vandermeulen, Kevin Gibson, Gary Salvati and Renier Britz pose with their top catches on Sept. 9, 2023, in Edmonds. (Photo by Ron Garner)
Edmonds Coho Derby top four finishers (from left to right) Mike Vandermeulen, Kevin Gibson, Gary Salvati and Renier Britz pose with their top catches on Sept. 9, 2023, in Edmonds. (Photo by Ron Garner)

AquaSox, Canadians set to battle for NWL championship

Here’s a look at how the two teams match up heading into Tuesday’s series opener.

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams celebrates after scoring against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of Sunday’s game Sunday in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Grading the Seahawks in their 30-13 loss to the Rams

Seattle is outscored 23-0 in the second half of an awful loss to begin the 2023 season.

Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams celebrates after scoring against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of Sunday’s game Sunday in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)