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Shorewood’s Grant Harley slips the last defender on his way to the end zone on a long touchdown run against Cascade on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022, at Shoreline Stadium in Shoreline, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

GALLERY: Shorewood holds off Cascade, advances to crossovers

The Stormrays stop a two-point try with no time left to win 23-22 and will face Arlington for a spot in the Week 10 playoffs.

 

Cascade running back Julian Thomas takes a long run to the house for an early score during the Battle of Broadway against Everett on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, at Everett Memorial Stadium in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Unbeaten Cascade blows past rival Everett in Battle of Broadway

The Bruins continue their winning ways and avenge last season’s loss to the Seagulls.

 

Stanwood’s Otto Wiedmann runs the ball during the Stilly Cup against Arlington on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Post-Week 5 prep football takeaways from across Snohomish County

Stanwood achieves another milestone in its rapid rise, Cascade clears a big hurdle in its postseason quest, and more.

 

Cascade's Julian Thomas runs through multiple tackles during the game against Jackson on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Cascade routs Jackson, improves to 4-0 in independent slate

The Bruins continue their strong start to the season and roll past the Timberwolves for a 55-21 win.

Cascade's Julian Thomas runs through multiple tackles during the game against Jackson on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lake Stevens' Joe McGinnis (7) eyes a Federal Way defender as he races down the field for a touchdown after recovering a fumble caused by teammate Ashten Hendrickson (66) during a game on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at Lake Stevens High School. (John Gardner / Pro Action Image)

A look at this week’s top local high school football matchups

A key Wesco 3A South clash, interesting interstate games and an Everett School District battle highlight the week.

Lake Stevens' Joe McGinnis (7) eyes a Federal Way defender as he races down the field for a touchdown after recovering a fumble caused by teammate Ashten Hendrickson (66) during a game on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at Lake Stevens High School. (John Gardner / Pro Action Image)
Carol Quarterman Kummerle, a Cascade High School graduate, won multiple NAIA national swimming championships at Pacific Lutheran University. (Photo provided by Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame)

County Hall of Fame Class of 2022: Carol Quarterman Kummerle

The Cascade graduate won multiple NAIA national swimming championships at Pacific Lutheran University.

Carol Quarterman Kummerle, a Cascade High School graduate, won multiple NAIA national swimming championships at Pacific Lutheran University. (Photo provided by Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame)
Cascade High School graduate Grady Sizemore during his time with MLB's Cleveland Indians. (Courtesy of Snohomish County Sports Commission)

County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2022: Grady Sizemore

The Cascade High School grad played 12 seasons in the MLB and made three All-Star teams.

Cascade High School graduate Grady Sizemore during his time with MLB's Cleveland Indians. (Courtesy of Snohomish County Sports Commission)
Granite Falls' Riley Hoople celebrates his touchdown with his teammates during the game against South Whidbey on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021 in Langley, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local 2A, 1A and independent preview: Team capsules, storylines to watch, and more

Archbishop Murphy and Lakewood look to make waves in the ultra-tough Northwest Conference.

Granite Falls' Riley Hoople celebrates his touchdown with his teammates during the game against South Whidbey on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021 in Langley, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
A korfball hits the edge of the basket Thursday evening at Mukilteo Beach on September 9, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Community roundup: Kamiak trio set for beach korfball worlds

Plus, Cascade grad Aubrey Peterson helps Great Britain earn softball silver and much more.

A korfball hits the edge of the basket Thursday evening at Mukilteo Beach on September 9, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
FILE - In this Sunday, Aug. 6, 2017 file photo, Tampa Bay Rays' Steven Souza Jr. celebrates after his walk off home run off Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Jacob Barnes during the ninth inning of an interleague baseball game in St. Petersburg, Fla. The Arizona Diamondbacks have sent infielder Brandon Drury to the New York Yankees and received outfielder Steven Souza Jr. from the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team trade that includes five players, Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Cascade grad Souza Jr. announces retirement from MLB

The 33-year-old spent parts of nine seasons in the majors, including six games with the Mariners this season.

FILE - In this Sunday, Aug. 6, 2017 file photo, Tampa Bay Rays' Steven Souza Jr. celebrates after his walk off home run off Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Jacob Barnes during the ninth inning of an interleague baseball game in St. Petersburg, Fla. The Arizona Diamondbacks have sent infielder Brandon Drury to the New York Yankees and received outfielder Steven Souza Jr. from the Tampa Bay Rays in a three-team trade that includes five players, Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)
Edmonds-Woodway High School grad Nick Hull (left) and Cascade grad Brett Gillis. Hull was selected in the seventh round of the 2022 MLB Draft by the Chicago Cubs and Gillis went to the Houston Astros in the eighth round. (Herald file photos)

2 former Snohomish County prep standouts taken on Day 2 of MLB draft

E-W alum Nick Hull was drafted in the 7th round by the Cubs and Cascade alum Brett Gillis in the 8th round by the Astros.

Edmonds-Woodway High School grad Nick Hull (left) and Cascade grad Brett Gillis. Hull was selected in the seventh round of the 2022 MLB Draft by the Chicago Cubs and Gillis went to the Houston Astros in the eighth round. (Herald file photos)
Dwayne Lane Athlete of the Year Scholarship candidates Jackson's Kate Russell (top left to right), Everett's Lillian Thompson, Cascade's Laura Alcantar Soto, Jackson's Dominic Hellman (bottom left to right), Everett's Joey Hudson and Cascade's Ronan McKague at the Everett School District Athletic Awards Banquet on Thursday, June 2, 2022.

Everett School District student-athletes receive scholarship awards

Jackson’s Dominic Hellman, Everett’s Lillian Thompson, Everett’s Jemyre Reed and Cascade’s Mariana Oliva-Jauregui win scholarships.

Dwayne Lane Athlete of the Year Scholarship candidates Jackson's Kate Russell (top left to right), Everett's Lillian Thompson, Cascade's Laura Alcantar Soto, Jackson's Dominic Hellman (bottom left to right), Everett's Joey Hudson and Cascade's Ronan McKague at the Everett School District Athletic Awards Banquet on Thursday, June 2, 2022.
State softball.

State softball roundup: Jackson loses 4A semifinal heartbreaker to Skyview

Skyview scores 4 runs in the bottom of the 7th to rally for a 4-3 walkoff win, denying the Timberwolves a shot at a 3-peat.

State softball.
Cascade's Ashlyee Bloch attempts to tag out Snohomish's Camryn Sage Thursday evening at Phil Johnson Ball Field in Everett, Washington on May 19, 2022. The Bruins defeated the Panthers 14-7 to claim the NW District 1 3A Championship title. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

State softball preview: A look at the area’s state-bound teams

Nine local high school softball teams are playing in their respective state tournaments this weekend.

Cascade's Ashlyee Bloch attempts to tag out Snohomish's Camryn Sage Thursday evening at Phil Johnson Ball Field in Everett, Washington on May 19, 2022. The Bruins defeated the Panthers 14-7 to claim the NW District 1 3A Championship title. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Cascade's Katelyn Pryor holds the championship trophy Thursday evening at Phil Johnson Ball Field in Everett, Washington on May 19, 2022. The Bruins defeated the Panthers 14-7 to claim the NW District 1 3A Championship title. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Another milestone: Cascade softball rolls past Snohomish for district crown

The Bruins continue their breakthrough season and blast 7 homers to beat the Panthers 14-7 in the 3A District 1 title game.

Cascade's Katelyn Pryor holds the championship trophy Thursday evening at Phil Johnson Ball Field in Everett, Washington on May 19, 2022. The Bruins defeated the Panthers 14-7 to claim the NW District 1 3A Championship title. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Cascade’s Abby Surowiec drives the ball against Arlington Tuesday, May 17, 2022, during a Class 3A District 1 matchup at the Phill Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Miraculous comeback: Cascade seals state berth with walk-off grand slam

Ashlyee Bloch hits the game-winner as the Bruins rally from a 10-run deficit to beat Arlington.

Cascade’s Abby Surowiec drives the ball against Arlington Tuesday, May 17, 2022, during a Class 3A District 1 matchup at the Phill Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Everett native Steven Souza Jr. jogs with members of the Aquasox while visiting during a team workout Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. Souza, who was on his way to Tacoma, took part in batting practice and bought the High A team a couple pizzas. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Everett native Souza Jr. called up by Mariners

The Cascade graduate joins Seattle in New York as struggling youngster Jarred Kelenic is demoted to Triple-A Tacoma.

Everett native Steven Souza Jr. jogs with members of the Aquasox while visiting during a team workout Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. Souza, who was on his way to Tacoma, took part in batting practice and bought the High A team a couple pizzas. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Snohomish's Alli Wilson, left, and welcomes teammate Emma Hansen to the plate, scoring a run against Cascade High School Thursday afternoon at Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington on May 5, 2022. The Panthers won 9-3. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

GALLERY: Snohomish tops Cascade in key softball battle

The Panthers improve to 14-3 overall and 11-1 in league play with a 9-3 win over the Bruins.

Snohomish's Alli Wilson, left, and welcomes teammate Emma Hansen to the plate, scoring a run against Cascade High School Thursday afternoon at Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington on May 5, 2022. The Panthers won 9-3. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Aubrey Peterson makes a base hit during the Canada Cup Thursday morning in Surrey British Columbia on July 11, 2019. Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Community roundup: Local gets shot at European softball title

Plus, MP’s Alivia White wins a national wrestling title, locals earn college conference honors and more.

Aubrey Peterson makes a base hit during the Canada Cup Thursday morning in Surrey British Columbia on July 11, 2019. Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Members of Cascade team rally in the dug out against Shorewood Monday afternoon at Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington on April 25, 2022. The Bruins won 6-2. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Cascade softball earns key win, continues breakthrough season

The upstart Bruins beat Shorewood 6-2 and stamp themselves as bona fide Wesco 3A/2A title contenders.

Members of Cascade team rally in the dug out against Shorewood Monday afternoon at Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington on April 25, 2022. The Bruins won 6-2. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)