College sports

Gonzaga forward Drew Timme, left, looks to move the ball as Grand Canyon forward Yvan Ouedraogo defends in the second half of a first-round college basketball game in the men's NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 17, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Gonzaga wears down Grand Canyon to advance in NCAA Tournament

The Bulldogs overcome a sluggish start to beat the Antelopes 82-70.

Gonzaga forward Drew Timme, left, looks to move the ball as Grand Canyon forward Yvan Ouedraogo defends in the second half of a first-round college basketball game in the men's NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 17, 2023, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Everett Community College's Tucker Molina (left) drives to the basket during a NWAC men's tournament quarterfinal game against Lower Columbia on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Columbia Basin College in Pasco. (Dan Acosta / EvCC Athletics)

EvCC men storm into final four, seek first-ever NWAC title

The Trojans may just be this weekend’s favorites to claim the school’s first men’s basketball championship since 1959.

Everett Community College's Tucker Molina (left) drives to the basket during a NWAC men's tournament quarterfinal game against Lower Columbia on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Columbia Basin College in Pasco. (Dan Acosta / EvCC Athletics)
Washington State guard Charlisse Leger-Walker handles the ball against UCLA forward Emily Bessoir during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the finals of the Pac-12 women's tournament, Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

A guide to the women’s NCAA Tournament

A look at the top seeds, games to watch and how to watch all of the women’s March Madness action.

Washington State guard Charlisse Leger-Walker handles the ball against UCLA forward Emily Bessoir during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the finals of the Pac-12 women's tournament, Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Montana State guard RaeQuan Battle (21) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game for the championship of the Big Sky men's tournament against Northern Arizona in Boise, Idaho, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Boise, Idaho. Montana State won 85-78. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)

MP alum Battle leads Montana State into NCAA Tournament

After being named MVP of the Big Sky Tournament, RaeQuan Battle and the 14th-seeded Bobcats take on No. 3 Kansas State on Friday.

Montana State guard RaeQuan Battle (21) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game for the championship of the Big Sky men's tournament against Northern Arizona in Boise, Idaho, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Boise, Idaho. Montana State won 85-78. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
Gonzaga forward Drew Timme (2) handles the ball against San Francisco during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the semifinals of the West Coast Conference men's tournament Monday, March 6, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

A guide to the men’s NCAA Tournament

A look at the top seeds, a glance at each region, games to watch and how to watch all of the March Madness action.

Gonzaga forward Drew Timme (2) handles the ball against San Francisco during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the semifinals of the West Coast Conference men's tournament Monday, March 6, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
The Skagit Island Volleyball Academy 15-under South team (from left to right): Front row: Addison Bowie, Tatum Swapp, Ruby Hudson, and Kinsley Neal. Back row: Emme Shaffer, Harper Neyens, Audrey Marsh, Cambrielle Brown, Regan Hunt and coach Joseph Amaral. (Provided photo)

Community roundup: Youth volleyball players win national title

Plus, a trio of Snohomish County products earn Division I basketball all-conference honors and much more.

The Skagit Island Volleyball Academy 15-under South team (from left to right): Front row: Addison Bowie, Tatum Swapp, Ruby Hudson, and Kinsley Neal. Back row: Emme Shaffer, Harper Neyens, Audrey Marsh, Cambrielle Brown, Regan Hunt and coach Joseph Amaral. (Provided photo)
Washington State celebrates a 3-point basket by guard Charlisse Leger-Walker, second from left, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against UCLA in the finals of the Pac-12 women's tournament Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

Surging WSU women not satisifed with just NCAA berth

The talented fifth-seeded Cougars ‘want to win some games’ for the first time in the NCAA Tournament.

Washington State celebrates a 3-point basket by guard Charlisse Leger-Walker, second from left, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against UCLA in the finals of the Pac-12 women's tournament Sunday, March 5, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Washington State guard TJ Bamba, center and Oregon guard Jermaine Couisnard (5) chase the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Pac-12 Tournament, Thursday, March 9, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)

WSU’s late rally not enough in loss to Oregon at Pac-12 Tournament

The Ducks close on a 7-0 run after squandering a 19-point lead.

Washington State guard TJ Bamba, center and Oregon guard Jermaine Couisnard (5) chase the ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the quarterfinals of the Pac-12 Tournament, Thursday, March 9, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Washington basketball no art.

UW men ousted in opening round of Pac-12 tourney

The Huskies’ season likely comes to an end with a 74-68 loss to Colorado.

Washington basketball no art.
EC’s Damajio Merritt (20) fights for the ball during a men’s game between the Everett Community College Trojans and Edmonds College Tritons at Seaview Gymnasium at Edmonds College in Lynnwood, Washington on Wednesday Jan. 25, 2023. The Tritons won, 91-84. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

EvCC, EdC men ready for NWAC tournament play

A capsule look at both teams heading into the NWAC basketball championships.

EC’s Damajio Merritt (20) fights for the ball during a men’s game between the Everett Community College Trojans and Edmonds College Tritons at Seaview Gymnasium at Edmonds College in Lynnwood, Washington on Wednesday Jan. 25, 2023. The Tritons won, 91-84. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Washington State basketball no art.

WSU wins 7th straight, knocks out Cal in Pac-12 Tournament

The Cougars win 69-52 and advance to the quarterfinals to face Oregon on Thursday.

Washington State basketball no art.
The Everett Elite Flag Football 14-under team practices Sunday morning at Harbour Pointe Middle School in Mukilteo, Washington on January 16, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Community roundup: Local trio biking to raise funds for YMCA

Plus, coaching legend Mike Price is inducted into the PNW Football HoF, Mikayla Pivec gets another shot in the WNBA and more.

The Everett Elite Flag Football 14-under team practices Sunday morning at Harbour Pointe Middle School in Mukilteo, Washington on January 16, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Everett graduate Jayden White (left) and Mukilteo resident Kimberly Beard hold up their awards from USATF Pacific Northwest Association's 2022 banquet on Feb. 18 in Tukwila. (Provided photo)

Community roundup: Local pair honored by USATF Pacific NW

Plus, a Mariner graduate is named the GNAC Freshman of the Year in men’s basketball and much more.

Everett graduate Jayden White (left) and Mukilteo resident Kimberly Beard hold up their awards from USATF Pacific Northwest Association's 2022 banquet on Feb. 18 in Tukwila. (Provided photo)
Washington players including guard guard Elle Ladine, far left, forward Lauren Schwartz, second from left, and forward Haley Van Dyke, second from right, celebrate after an NCAA college basketball game against Stanford, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, in Seattle. Washington won 72-67. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Recent big wins show UW’s women’s program is on the rise

The Huskies, who went 2-12 in the Pac-12 last season, have beaten Oregon and Stanford in the past two weeks.

Washington players including guard guard Elle Ladine, far left, forward Lauren Schwartz, second from left, and forward Haley Van Dyke, second from right, celebrate after an NCAA college basketball game against Stanford, Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, in Seattle. Washington won 72-67. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
The Everett Elite Flag Football 14-under team practices Sunday morning at Harbour Pointe Middle School in Mukilteo, Washington on January 16, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Community roundup: Mukilteo’s Beard nominated for youth award

Plus, locals receive D-I softball honors, Edmonds-Woodway alum Ali Gaye invited to NFL combine, and more.

The Everett Elite Flag Football 14-under team practices Sunday morning at Harbour Pointe Middle School in Mukilteo, Washington on January 16, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Kaitlin Hawayek, left, and Jean-Luc Baker, of the United States, perform during the Ice Dance Free Dance program at the Grand Prix Skate America Series, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Norwood, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Community roundup: Baker selected for figure skating worlds

Plus, Everett Community College hires Lance Giles as its new men’s and women’s track and field coach.

Kaitlin Hawayek, left, and Jean-Luc Baker, of the United States, perform during the Ice Dance Free Dance program at the Grand Prix Skate America Series, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Norwood, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
EC’s Damajio Merritt (20) fights for the ball during a men’s game between the Everett Community College Trojans and Edmonds College Tritons at Seaview Gymnasium at Edmonds College in Lynnwood, Washington on Wednesday Jan. 25, 2023. The Tritons won, 91-84. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Tritons top Trojans in heavyweight NWAC hoops battle

Edmonds uses a 14-0 run to start the second half to take control of a game between top men’s teams.

EC’s Damajio Merritt (20) fights for the ball during a men’s game between the Everett Community College Trojans and Edmonds College Tritons at Seaview Gymnasium at Edmonds College in Lynnwood, Washington on Wednesday Jan. 25, 2023. The Tritons won, 91-84. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
People gather in front of the Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame display case during the 2022 Hall of Fame banquet Wednesday, Sep. 28, 2022, at the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Community roundup: Nominations open for county Hall of Fame

Plus, Jacob Eason signs a futures deal with Carolina, UW’s Sami Reynolds gets a preseason honor and more.

People gather in front of the Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame display case during the 2022 Hall of Fame banquet Wednesday, Sep. 28, 2022, at the Edward D. Hansen Conference Center in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Loyola Marymount guards Chance Stephens, right, and Kwane Marble celebrate the team's 68-67 win against Gonzaga after an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, in Spokane, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

Loyola Marymount ends No. 6 Gonzaga’s 75-game home streak

The Lions hadn’t won in Spokane since 1991 and had lost 25 straight overall to the Zags.

Loyola Marymount guards Chance Stephens, right, and Kwane Marble celebrate the team's 68-67 win against Gonzaga after an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, in Spokane, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)
Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze (1) runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Pullman, Wash. Washington won 51-33. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

Star WR Odunze returning to UW for 2023 season

The first-team All-Pac-12 selection led the Huskies with 75 catches and 1,145 yards receiving this past season.

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze (1) runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Pullman, Wash. Washington won 51-33. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)