Kent-based Seattle Thunderbirds defenseman Radim Mrtka went in the first round, 9th overall, of the NHL Entry Draft to the Buffalo Sabres. COURTESY PHOTO, Brian Liesse, Seattle Thunderbirds

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Three Kent-based T-Birds taken in 2025 NHL Entry Draft

Defenseman Radim Mrtka and center Braeden Cootes go in the first round

Preston Viltz (left) and Adam Paganelli (right). Photo provided by Preston Viltz.

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Kentridge alum Preston Viltz takes aim to help recruiting process

Viltz teamed up with former teammate Adam Paganelli to assist collegiate hopeful baseball players.

HC Quincy Davidson Jr. talks to his team. Photo provided by Robby Mullikin.

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Kentwood football in action

Kentwood has new leadership under new Head Coach Quincy Davidson.

River Plate fans in the stands at Lumen Field. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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FIFA Club World Cup reaction: Best of soccer culture on display

River Plate and Urawa Red Diamonds might be far from home, but the teams brought passion on and…

David Warner holds up his jersey for the Seattle Orcas. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Seattle Orcas cricket team hosts fan fest at Marymoor Park

Orcas players, coaches and owners joined fans to celebrate the start of the third year of MLC.

Kent-Meridian athlete of the year nominees. Photo provided by Robby Mullikin.

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Kent-Meridian’s Samuel Doma and Riley Gardner named Athletes of the Year

In the second annual Athlete of the Year event, Kent-Meridian sweeps the competition.

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Ex-Kentwood High star Vandersloot to miss rest of WNBA season

Chicago Sky point guard suffers torn ACL in June 7 game

Marcella Jones gives a smile a top the podium. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kent-Meridian High School’s Marcella Jones shines on state stage

Kentwood’s Unified program takes second place in state track and field championships.

Mohagani Townsend (middle) stands with family and friends along with King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer (at far right) on May 28 at T-Mobile Park. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Mariners pay tribute to Federal Way coach Joe Townsend | Photos

Family and friends gathered on the field at T-Mobile Park before the May 28 game.

Johan Zuluaga shouts after scoring the first goal of the game. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Royal rumble: KM soccer wins first state game since 1981

For the first time since 1981, the Royals have reached the main draw of the state tournament.

2024 Unified champion partner and athlete nominees. Photo provided by ROBBY MULLIKIN

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Athlete of the Year voting is now open

Read about the nominees and select your choice for Kent’s male and female Athlete of the Year.

Liberty’s Emi Connell approaches home plate with a smile. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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State tournament previews: Boys soccer and fastpitch

Local high schools prepare for the state tournament.

Jo Thompson swarmed after hitting a walk-off double. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentridge fastpitch goes 1-2 in districts

Chargers walk-off Battle Ground, but fall to Puyallup the next day.

Graphic provided by Kent School District.

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Kent Reporter Athletes of the Week: Kentridge

Judy Chen (Sr.) tennis and Richard Calkins (Sr.) judo are this weeks winners.

Anthony Diaz celebrates the game’s winning goal. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kent-Meridian soccer survives and advances

Royals down Federal Way 2-1 for second win this season over Eagles.

Riley Lambarena pitched four innings against Kennedy. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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West Central District baseball tournament preview

Breakdown and analysis for the first round of the playoffs.

Jozi Thompson pitching against Interlake. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Fastpitch district tournament preview

Kentridge, Auburn Riverside and Auburn Mountainview begin quest for the state tournament.

Jo Thompson pitches against Auburn Riverside. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentridge has five-game win streak snapped vs. Auburn Riverside

Chargers now turn eyes to the postseason as they nab the No. 4 seed in districts.

Graphic provided by Kent School District.

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Kent Reporter Athlete of the Week: Kentlake

Raiden Renggli (Sr.) soccer and Taylor Le (Fr.) track and field take home this weeks awards.

Jack Coleman delivers a pitch for Kentwood against Auburn Riverside. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Kentwood baseball just misses the postseason cut

Kentwood drops series to Auburn Riverside and misses playoffs for the first time since 2019.