Charlie Taumoepeau, No. 89, outruns a defensive back in a home game while playing for Portland State. Photo courtesy of Larry Lawson

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Federal Way alum’s pro football career brings him back home

Charlie Taumoepeau plays for the Seattle Sea Dragons of the XFL and hopes to return to the NFL.

Ben Ray writes about sports for the Federal Way Mirror and its sister newspapers in King County. Contact benjamin.ray@soundpublishing.com.

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How young is too young to play professional sports?

The youngest player in the National Women’s Soccer League was signed by the Washington Spirit on March 3.

FWHS senior Josh Mears pictured at the WIAA 4A state baseball tournament in May 2019. Olivia Sullivan / The Mirror

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Federal Way Spring Sports Preview: Baseball, softball and soccer

Check below for information on last years sports records and stats from the seasons.

Eagle senior Isiah Afework examines dribbles the ball outside the three point line. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way Eagles boys basketball places 3rd in state after a win over Mt. Si

First time the Eagles have placed in the season-ending tournament since 2019.

Federal Way senior Vaughn Weems absorbs the contact on his way to the rack. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way boys advance to state semifinals with win over Skyline

Eagles take on defending 4A champs Curtis on March 3.

Thomas Jefferson’s Rylee Cabang holds the finish as she ends her bars routine. Ben Ray / The Mirror
Thomas Jefferson’s Rylee Cabang holds the finish as she ends her bars routine. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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TJ, Federal Way gymnasts place at state competition

Decatur and Todd Beamer were also represented.

Sea Dragon WR Jordan Veasy celebrates and looks at the home fans after he scored the go ahead touchdown Feb. 23. Photos by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

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XFL is back in Seattle – here’s what you need to know

Sea Dragons drop home opener to St. Louis Battlehawks.

Decatur sophomore Dream Mika works on offense. (Photos by Ben Ray / The Mirror)

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Decatur girls basketball one win away from history

Gators sneak into the 4A state tournament as the 13 seed.

Screenshot of a video that shows the start of the tussle at the Todd Beamer High School vs. Stadium High School boys basketball game Feb. 17.

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Incident with fan shakes up Todd Beamer basketball’s tournament hopes

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CJ Trevino looks to the crowd after he places third in his weight class. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way wrestlers score top finishes at Mat Classic

Thomas Jefferson’s CJ Trevino, Decatur’s Sissy Alefaio place third at the wrestling state championships. More results here:

Eagle senior Dae’sean Johnson-Holiman looks for a teammate against Olympia. Ben Ray / the Mirror

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Federal Way Eagles’ win streak scratched up by the Bears

Federal Way boys basketball loses to Olympia, takes on Camas for third place in district tournament.

Todd Beamer’s Sekou Bangoura advances to his finals match during the regional tournament. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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25 Federal Way wrestlers to compete at Mat Classic state tournament

The Mat Classic XXXIV tournament is held Feb. 17-18 at the Tacoma Dome.

Raider senior BB Aguiman takes a jump-shot in front of her home fans. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Thomas Jefferson girls basketball makes the playoffs

In mid-January, the Raiders rattled off five wins out of seven games.

Todd Beamer junior Will Tellis drives to the basket against Franklin. Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Bracket Breakdown: Opening round of West Central Districts

Your guide to the upcoming basketball tournament.

Todd Beamer senior Jazel Tuquia gages in before her next bowl at the state tournament.

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Thomas Jefferson girls bowling finishes in third at state championship

TJ’s Alena McDugle finished with a score of 247, which was the highest of any bowler at the…

Federal Way community members and students, alongside Mayor Jim Ferrell, participate in the groundbreaking ceremony Feb. 1 for Federal Way Memorial Field’s renovations. Photo by Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Groundbreaking ceremony kicks off renovations at Federal Way Memorial Field

Federal Way Public Schools hosted the Federal Way Memorial Field groundbreaking ceremony Feb. 1, initiating the renovation and…

Decatur senior Jewel Young running the offense during the win over the Chargers. Photos by Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Basketball: Gators take down Kentridge; face Tahoma for NPSL crown

The Decatur Gators remain undefeated in NPSL play after their 11 point win over Kentridge, 50-39. The Gators…

Senior Vaughn Weems raises the ball above his head, as he looks for his teammates. Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Federal Way Eagles win boys basketball league title

The Eagles remain undefeated in league play

Senior Vaughn Weems looks to damage the Kentridge defense. Photo courtesy of Dee Torres

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Federal Way boys basketball hot on the win streak

Eagles took down the Kentridge Chargers 76-62 on Tuesday night.

FW wrestler takes down a Gator. Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Decatur, Federal Way top girls wrestling meet

The final league match is the All City match at Federal Way High School at 5 p.m. Thursday,…