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Washington's Sami Reynolds runs the bases against McNeese during an NCAA softball game on Saturday, May 20, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

Local softball stars Reynolds, Mahler set for WCWS

Washington’s Sami Reynolds (Snohomish) and Stanford’s River Mahler (Monroe) each play prominent roles on their Pac-12 teams.

Washington's Sami Reynolds runs the bases against McNeese during an NCAA softball game on Saturday, May 20, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
A Snohomish player slides safe into third during the 3A softball championship game between Snohomish and Peninsula at the Lacey-Thurston County Regional Athletic Complex in Olympia, Washington on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Snohomish lost, 4-1. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Snohomish falls in 3A softball title game, takes 2nd place

The Panthers make a run to the state championship tilt, but lose to top-seeded Peninsula 4-1.

A Snohomish player slides safe into third during the 3A softball championship game between Snohomish and Peninsula at the Lacey-Thurston County Regional Athletic Complex in Olympia, Washington on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Snohomish lost, 4-1. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Jackson’s Yanina Sherwood pitches during the game against Bothell on Friday, May 19, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

State softball preview: Local teams poised to make waves

A capsule look at all eight local teams that will be playing in state tournament games, six of which are top-1o seeds.

Jackson’s Yanina Sherwood pitches during the game against Bothell on Friday, May 19, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Washington's Jayden White, an Everett High School alum, broke his own school record in the weight throw at the Husky Classic on Feb. 12, 2022, in Seattle. (Red Box Pictures)

Community roundup: Locals head to NCAA track and field prelims

Plus, Snohomish grad Sami Reynolds and Monroe alum River Mahler reach softball super regionals and more.

Washington's Jayden White, an Everett High School alum, broke his own school record in the weight throw at the Husky Classic on Feb. 12, 2022, in Seattle. (Red Box Pictures)
Snohomish players celebrate during a game between Mountlake Terrace and Snohomish at Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Snohomish won, 4-0. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Snohomish blanks Terrace to capture district softball title

Skyla Bristol spins a two-hit shutout as the top-seeded Panthers beat third-seeded Mountlake Terrace 4-0.

Snohomish players celebrate during a game between Mountlake Terrace and Snohomish at Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Snohomish won, 4-0. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Snohomish’s Camryn Sage takes a hack while batting against Stanwood during the Class 3A District 1 softball tournament Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at the Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Snohomish secures 8th consecutive state berth with wins at districts

The Panthers pull away for wins over Everett and Stanwood to reach the Class 3A District 1 title game.

Snohomish’s Camryn Sage takes a hack while batting against Stanwood during the Class 3A District 1 softball tournament Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at the Phil Johnson Ballfields in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Snohomish senior pitcher Van Berman strikes out a batter to and the inning during a matchup against Arlington on Friday, April 14, 2023, at Earl Torgeson Field in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

‘Burning desire’ fuels Snohomish baseball as postseason begins

Despite challenging circumstances, the Panthers’ group of hard-working seniors is determined to go on a deep playoff run.

Snohomish senior pitcher Van Berman strikes out a batter to and the inning during a matchup against Arlington on Friday, April 14, 2023, at Earl Torgeson Field in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Colorado wide receiver Daniel Arias, front, pulls in a pass in front of UCLA defensive back Devin Kirkwood in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Community roundup: 3 locals earn shots with NFL teams

Ali Gaye and Daniel Arias sign undrafted free-agent contracts and Josh Johnston receives a rookie camp invite, plus much more.

Colorado wide receiver Daniel Arias, front, pulls in a pass in front of UCLA defensive back Devin Kirkwood in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Snohomish players celebrate after beating Cascade on Friday, April 28, 2023 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish softball edges Cascade, retains grip on 1st place

The Panthers get key plays on offense and clutch pitching in a 3-2 Wesco 3A/2A win over the Bruins.

Snohomish players celebrate after beating Cascade on Friday, April 28, 2023 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
ECC’s Elyon Zevenbergen (34) shoots 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)

Community roundup: EdC’s Zevenbergen named NABC All-American

Plus, Edmonds-Woodway graduate Sota Kitahara earning playing time with Sounders, locals earn weekly awards and more.

ECC’s Elyon Zevenbergen (34) shoots 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)
Snohomish captain Nickolas Sakamoto slides in safe at third before getting up and heading home on a throwing error during a matchup against Arlington on Friday, April 14, 2023, at Earl Torgeson Field in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Walk-off hit lifts Snohomish past Arlington

Easton Leonard delivers the winning hit and backs a strong start from Van Berman as the Panthers edge the Eagles 4-3.

Snohomish captain Nickolas Sakamoto slides in safe at third before getting up and heading home on a throwing error during a matchup against Arlington on Friday, April 14, 2023, at Earl Torgeson Field in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Glacier Peak’s Owen Gluth winds up to deliver a pitch against Snohomish on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Earl Torgeson Field in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

GALLERY: Glacier Peak rallies in 6th inning to top rival Snohomish

The Grizzlies pull out a 3-2 victory in a non-league tilt.

Glacier Peak’s Owen Gluth winds up to deliver a pitch against Snohomish on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Earl Torgeson Field in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Everett’s Alana Washington reacts in a huddle to beating Snohomish to advance to state after the game on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett girls turn up heat, rally past Snohomish for state berth

The Seagulls use relentless full-court pressure in the fourth to rally for a 42-36 win in a winner-to-state, loser-out game.

Everett’s Alana Washington reacts in a huddle to beating Snohomish to advance to state after the game on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Stanwood’s Chloe Santeford blows past a defender on her way to the basket in a win over Snohomish on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Stanwood girls top Snohomish, book return trip to state

The Spartans ride their superior length to a 47-34 win in the semifinals of the 3A District 1 girls basketball tournament.

Stanwood’s Chloe Santeford blows past a defender on her way to the basket in a win over Snohomish on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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)
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)
Stanwood’s Chloe Santeford spins away from a defender before shooting the ball against Snohomish on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at Snohomish High School in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Stanwood girls top Snohomish in Wesco 3A/2A play

Vivienne Berrett scores 28 points and the Spartans ride a big second quarter to victory.

Stanwood’s Chloe Santeford spins away from a defender before shooting the ball against Snohomish on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at Snohomish High School in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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: Johnston named D-II football All-American

Plus, MP grad Jake Luton signs a futures contract with the NFL’s Saints, Edmonds College names a women’s soccer coach 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)
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: Monroe alum Rybar named D-III All-American

Plus, Edmonds-Woodway graduate Ali Gaye decalares for the NFL draft, Jackson alum Jon Cook competes at the swim world championships 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)
Snohomish senior Sara Rodgers is The Herald���s 2022 Girls Soccer Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Herald’s 2022 Girls Soccer Player of the Year: Sara Rodgers

The Idaho-bound senior topped 30 goals for the 2nd consecutive season and led Snohomish back to the 3A state tournament.

Snohomish senior Sara Rodgers is The Herald���s 2022 Girls Soccer Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)