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Arpit Bhagat up to bat for Mavericks at the Kent Cricket Ground. (Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)

Kent Cricket Ground plays host to Northwest Cricket League

A sport growing in popularity in the states has the chance to get even bigger.

Arpit Bhagat up to bat for Mavericks at the Kent Cricket Ground. (Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)
Amy Griffin coaching the U.S. Deaf National Team. (Photo courtesy of Amy Griffin)

Federal Way’s Amy Griffin leads OL Reign Academy

Decatur High School grad coached at UW for 24 years and was on the 1991 World Cup winning team.

Amy Griffin coaching the U.S. Deaf National Team. (Photo courtesy of Amy Griffin)
Current home for cricket in Marymoor Park, with the green cricket pitch in the center, is labeled “Marymoor Cricket Community Park Stadium” and is located near the soccer fields. (Courtesy of Google Maps).

Microsoft CEO announces cricket stadium coming to Seattle area

Seattle Orcas co-owner discussed plans during Major League Cricket championship match.

Current home for cricket in Marymoor Park, with the green cricket pitch in the center, is labeled “Marymoor Cricket Community Park Stadium” and is located near the soccer fields. (Courtesy of Google Maps).
First-round pick Jaxon Smith-Njigba is ready to go at Lumen Field. (Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing)

Seahawks host mock game at Lumen Field | Preseason football 2023

“It’s great to get back in front of our fans in front of Lumen,” said QB Geno Smith.

First-round pick Jaxon Smith-Njigba is ready to go at Lumen Field. (Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing)
Devin Bush in front, working on his hands with fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner. (Photos by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)

Seahawks 2023 training camp under way at VMAC in Renton

For the second day in pads, the Hawks look to build on a great ‘22 season and prepare for the new one.

Devin Bush in front, working on his hands with fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner. (Photos by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)
These photos show bruises on Rainier Middle School players. (Courtesy of Auburn Police Department)

Auburn baseball coach’s pitching drill leads to investigation

A parent contacted police and reported the Rainier Middle School coach for abuse of his child

These photos show bruises on Rainier Middle School players. (Courtesy of Auburn Police Department)
Head Coach Alex Ruiz (middle), Owen Ortega-Phillips (right) and George Lewis (left) at the SeaTac Airport. (Photo provided by Alex Ruiz)

Kent-Meridian HS sends coach and two players to D.C. for MLS All-Star Week

Alex Ruiz, Owen Ortega-Phillips and George Lewis represented the Sounders.

Head Coach Alex Ruiz (middle), Owen Ortega-Phillips (right) and George Lewis (left) at the SeaTac Airport. (Photo provided by Alex Ruiz)
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Kent-based Thunderbirds to retire Marleau’s number 12 in November

Marleau played two years with T-Birds prior to 23 years in the NHL

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2022 Top Fuel Champion Brittany Force prepares for the ladder on July 22. (Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing)

May the Force be with you: Legendary drivers compete at Pacific Raceways

NHRA 16-Time champion John Force joins defending Top Fuel Champ Brittany Force.

2022 Top Fuel Champion Brittany Force prepares for the ladder on July 22. (Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing)
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Renton junior football team asks for donations after equipment stolen

Over 118 helmets and 50 pads were stolen from the Benson Bruins’ storage shed

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Kyle Tucker of the Astros at the plate against the Phillies Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Five days of baseball heaven: MLB 2023 All-Star Weekend in Seattle recap

From T-Mobile Park to Lumen Field and Pike Place Market, Seattle shines as the 2023 All-Star Weekend host.

Kyle Tucker of the Astros at the plate against the Phillies Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning. Ben Ray / The Mirror
Mariners members had a solid following in the media for their home All-Star Game. Ben Ray / The Mirror

MLB All-Stars check in with media before they take the field on July 11

Check out words from Mariners George Kirby and Scott Servais, Rangers’ Josh Jung and many more

Mariners members had a solid following in the media for their home All-Star Game. Ben Ray / The Mirror
Alcorn State's Kewan Braziel gets awarded with the T-Mobile Impact Award during the game. Ben Ray/ The Mirror

First annual Swingman HBCU Classic sets stage for Black baseball players

First annual event brought in over 15,000 fans during All-Star Week in Seattle.

Alcorn State's Kewan Braziel gets awarded with the T-Mobile Impact Award during the game. Ben Ray/ The Mirror
Once fans enter the Lumen Field side of the Play Ball Park they are met with all sorts of MLB All-Stars. Ben Ray / The Mirror

2023 MLB All-Star Week: Play Ball Park is a home run for fans

Activities indoors and outdoors to entertain fans at Lumen Field Event Center in Seattle from July 8-11.

Once fans enter the Lumen Field side of the Play Ball Park they are met with all sorts of MLB All-Stars. Ben Ray / The Mirror
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All-Star Weekend in Seattle: Lots of festivities for local fans

Starting July 7, fans can attend events in and around T-Mobile Park.

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Six Kent-based Thunderbird players taken in 2023 NHL Draft

Forward Nico Myatovic highest T-Bird pick at 33rd overall; taken by Anaheim Ducks

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Summer hoops league preps Kentwood with experience

Conks focus on consistency and execution.

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Kent-based T-Birds to get new WHL opponent in Wenatchee Wild

League relocates franchise from Winnipeg to Central Washington

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First-year Kentridge High coach Zac Webb dials in during his second summer league game. Ben Ray/The Reporter

Kentridge High welcomes Zac Webb as head basketball coach

Webb replaces local legend David Jamison who retired earlier this year.

First-year Kentridge High coach Zac Webb dials in during his second summer league game. Ben Ray/The Reporter
High School division features cars of all shapes and sizes. Ben Ray / The Reporter

52nd annual High School Drag Races held at Pacific Raceway

King County Sheriff races in a ‘Beat the Heat.’

High School division features cars of all shapes and sizes. Ben Ray / The Reporter