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Around the Sound Sports | New podcast episode 5 is live

Tune in to this week’s episode for insights on prep soccer and baseball.

Delano Valerio gets a high five from his teammates after scoring the game’s first goal. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kent-Meridian bounces back with win over Auburn Mountainview

Davyan Martinez recorded both assists in the win over the Lions.

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Around the Sound Podcast Episode 4 is now live

This week’s episode features a steady helping of baseball with a side of fastpitch.

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Federal Way High School student arrested over ‘possible threat’

Families were informed about the arrest and given more info in an email sent Sunday night.

Isaac Hall pitches for Kentwood against Stadium. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentwood sweeps Stadium on back of Isaac Hall complete game

Kentwood’s offense is starting to click.

Karson Barnes fields a ground ball for Kentridge. Eric Todd / @ETDPI

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Kentridge shut out and swept in series finale vs. Kennedy

A five spot in the first was too much to overcome for the Chargers.

Jozi Thompson throws a pitch for Kentridge. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentridge fastpitch loses nail-biter to Auburn Riverside

AR’s Kylee Curtis goes toe-to-toe with Jozi Thompson in circle in one run win.

Brian Thornton eyes down the driving range during a lesson. Ben Ray /The Reporter

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Meridian Valley’s Brian Thornton preps for Senior PGA Championship

Thornton has racked up the local accolades and is now set to make his senior PGA debut.

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Around the Sound Sports Pod Ep. 3

Tune in to this week’s podcast covering everything sports around the South Sound.

Kentwood and Auburn players shake hands following the game. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentwood soccer loses sixth straight

Conks search for their first win following a 1-0 loss to Auburn.

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Around the Sound Sports Pod Ep. 2 now live

Check out our new podcast covering local high school sports with interviews and highlights.

Kentridge players swarm to Levi Baca in the outfield after his walk-off single.

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Kentridge walks off Kentwood in extra innings

Levi Baca’s two run single ends his cold streak and snaps KR’s three game skid.

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Around the Sound Sports Podcast Episode 1

Check out our new podcast covering local high school sports with interviews and highlights.

Kenzie Coble flips the bat against Hazen. Photo provided by Eric Todd / @ETDPI

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Kentridge throws combined no-hitter against Hazen in 18-0 win

University of Iowa commit Jo Thompson drove in five and struck out 10 in the win.

Kentridge’s Akoni Nazarino punched eight tickets in his four innings of work. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentridge loses second game in a row in walk-off fashion

Behind a strong start from Akoni Nazarino, Kentridge lets win slip away.

The highlight was the ballpark’s new food trays, in honor of Washington’s famous ferries. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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2026 Mariners menu preview: Best food at T-Mobile Park

The Ferry Boat Souvenir was eye catching, but here are some bites that really stole the show.

Ruben Zuluaga makes a pass for Kent-Meridian. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kent-Meridian soccer falls to Auburn Mountainview despite second-half surge

The Royals got within one, but a second-half dagger ruined KM’s comeback hopes.

Christopher Moore throws a pitch in his first start of his senior campaign for the Kentlake Falcons. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentlake baseball collapses against Decatur in season opener

The Falcons got a strong start from Christopher Moore, but weren’t able to capitalize.

Tacoma Dome on film from a disposable camera. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Shot on a disposable camera: WA state basketball 2026

In a world of advancing technology, take a step back and dive into a bit of nostalgia.

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Diya Thomas named 4A offensive player of the year in the NPSL following her strong 2025-26 performance.

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2026 flag football NPSL all-league teams released

White River sweeps 3A awards while Kentwood’s Diya Thomas named 4A offensive player of the year.