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California running back Christopher Brooks (34) scores a touchdown as Washington State defensive lineman Jesus Echevarria (78) and others watch in the first quarter of an NCAA football game in Berkeley, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. (AP Photo/John Hefti)

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Community roundup: Murphy alum earns scholarship at WSU

Jesus Echevarria is awarded for his hard work, Washington Golf honors local standouts, and more.

Tennessee's Natalie Hayward, an Archbishop Murphy graduate, serves during a game against Texas Tech on Aug. 27, 2021, in Knoxville, TN. (University of Tennessee athletics)

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Murphy grad leads Tennessee volleyball into national spotlight

Setter Natalie Hayward has won three SEC Player of the Week awards this season for the 21st-ranked Lady…

BYU running back Tyler Allgeier, top center, reaches for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, in Pullman, Wash. BYU won 21-19. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

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In first game with new coach, Washington State loses to BYU

A late rally comes up short at the Cougars fall 21-19 in Pullman.

Washington running back Cameron Davis (22) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Arizona on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Coduto)

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Huskies rally, extend Arizona’s losing streak to 19 with win

Trailing 16-7 in the fourth quarter, Dylan Morris throws two TDs as UW comes back for a 21-16…

Washington State coach Nick Rolovich walks on the field after the team's NCAA college football game against Stanford, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Pullman, Wash. Washington State won 34-31. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

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Attorney: Rolovich dismissal ‘unlawful’ attack on Catholic faith

The lawyer for the ex-WSU coach says he plans to take legal action after his firing for refusing…

LSU defensive end Ali Gaye (11) gestures after a play against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

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Community roundup: E-W alum’s season likely over for LSU

Reports state Ali Gaye will have season-ending surgery, a new course record set at Snohomish and more.

Washington State head coach Nick Rolovich looks on during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Stanford, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Pullman, Wash.(AP Photo/Young Kwak)

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WSU fires football coach Rolovich over COVID vaccine refusal

The second-year coach didn’t adhere to a mandate for state workers.

Central Washington linebacker Donte Hamilton, a Kamiak High School alum. (Jacob Thompson / CWU Athletics)

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Kamiak alum has been dominating force for CWU football team

Linebacker Donte Hamilton as been named GNAC Defensive Player of the Week three times in five weeks.

Washington State offensive lineman Jarrett Kingston (52) lifts wide receiver Calvin Jackson Jr. while celebrating Jackson's touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Stanford, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Pullman, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

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Washington State rallies to beat Stanford

Max Borghi scores with 1:30 left in the game as the Cougars come back for a close 34-31…

UCLA tight end Greg Dulcich scores a touchdown next to Washington defensive back Asa Turner during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Washington falls to 2-4 with close home loss to UCLA

The Huskies fail to come up with a cluth drive late and fall to the Bruins 24-17.

Lawrence Muhat (center), of Lake Stevens, stands on the podium after winning the Kumite gold medal at the WUKF World Karate Championships held Sept. 23-26 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. (Photo courtesy of the Muhat family)

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Community roundup: Lake Stevens teen wins world karate gold

Plus, Snohomish H.S. inducts three into its hall of fame, a Murphy grad is honored again and more.

Washington State running back Max Borghi (21) runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon State, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Pullman, Wash. Washington State won 31-24. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

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Washington State rides huge 2nd half to win over Oregon State

The Cougars trail 10-3 at halftime, but explode for 28 points in the second half and win 31-24.

Bagshaw Field at North Middle School in Everett. (Everett School District photo)

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Community roundup: Bagshaw Field opens at North Middle School

Plus, two former local standouts earn weekly honors for their exceptional play.

Washington State wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, right, celebrates with wide receiver Donovan Ollie (6) after scoring a touchdown against California in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in Berkeley, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. Washington State won 21-6. (AP Photo/John Hefti)

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QB de Laura’s return sparks Cougs to win over California

The sophomore throws three TD passes in his first action since injuring his leg two weeks ago vs.…

Oregon State running back Deshaun Fenwick (5) is brought down by Washington's Edefuan Ulofoshio, left, and Cameron Williams during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021, in Corvallis, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

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Huskies go stagnant, fall to Beavers on late field goal

Washington falls to 2-3 and and fourth place in the Pac-12 North with the 27-24 defeat.

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Community roundup: Kamiak grad, CWU linebacker honored

Plus, Evergreen Speedway holds Championship Night 2, a Terrace resident wins a state golf title and more.

Utah cornerback Aaron Lowe (22) runs onto the field before an NCAA college football game against Washington State on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Salt Lake City, Utah. A University of Utah football player has been killed in a shooting at a house party early Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, Salt Lake City police said. The shooting that killed Aaron Lowe occurred just after midnight, only hours after the Utes beat Washington State 24-13. Police said another victim in the attack was in critical condition and authorities were searching for a suspect. (AP Photo/George Frey)

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Utah Utes football player killed, woman hurt in shooting

Salt Lake City police said Aaron Lowe was killed a few hours after the Utes beat Washington State.

Utah running back TJ Pledger (5) runs for a touchdown as Washington State defensive back Jaylen Watson (0) tries to tackle him in the second half, of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/George Frey)

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Washington State falters late in loss to Utah

The Cougars allowed 14 unanswered points in the fourth quarter in a 24-13 defeat.

Washington players and coaches celebrate beating California in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Seattle. Washington won 31-24 in overtime. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

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After McGrew TD, UW recovers fumble in overtime to beat Cal

Archbishop Murphy grad Kyler Gordon intercepts two passes in the Huskies’ 31-24 win.

Corey Kispert reacts after being selected 15th overall by the Washington Wizards during the NBA basketball draft, Thursday, July 29, 2021, in New York. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)

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The Herald’s 2020-21 Man of the Year in Sports: Corey Kispert

The Edmonds native was a 1st-team All-American at Gonzaga and a 1st-round NBA draft pick by the Wizards.