Alphonzo Tuputala looks on toward the fans Nov. 4 as he prepares to take on the Oregon State University Beavers. He had four tackles. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way’s Alphonzo Tuputala represents his hometown with pride

This season was a breakout year with the University of Washington football team.

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Federal Way Memorial Stadium has been an icon in the prep sports world for 51 years, and will be getting some much-needed upgrades.

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Remodel to begin on Federal Way Memorial Field

The new stadium is expected to open in fall 2023.

Raider senior Brookelyn Dawson leading her team and finished one pin shy of victory. Ben Ray/the Mirror

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Win by a pin: Decatur edges out TJ at Secoma Lanes

The Decatur Lady bowlers beat the TJ Raiders by a single pin — 1,500 to 1,499 — on…

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Community members using the new fresh track at Saghalie Park, 33914 19th Ave. SW.

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Saghalie Park gets a new track

The track is open to the public at 33914 19th Ave. SW in Federal Way.

Thomas Jefferson High School swimmers get ready to dive into the pool at the state championships in Federal Way. Photo by Ben Ray/the Mirror

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Thomas Jefferson High School swimmers compete at state meet

Thomas Jefferson High School participated in six different events at the 2022 state championships Nov. 10-12 at the…

Skyline’s Marcus Angiuli has a pass defended by Federal Way defenders Rahshawn Clark and Zamaire Tellez. Photo courtesy of Jim Nicholson

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Football: Eagles fall to Skyline in state tournament

The Federal Way High School Eagles football team was eliminated from the state tournament Nov. 12 by Skyline…

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Federal Way gymnastics teams get ready to vault into winter season

Preview of this season’s athletes, teams.

Senior QB Jay O’Neil has his eyes set on the Spartans. Ben Ray/The Mirror

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Eagles football preps for state appearance this Saturday

Federal Way takes on the Skyline Spartans on Nov. 12.

Senior Jaylon Jenkins coming down with an impressive catch on the near sideline. Ben Ray/the Mirror

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Federal Way Eagles advance to state football tournament

The Eagles are returning to the state competition for the first time since 2014.

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Todd Beamer High School sophomore Carter Wiley in his opening match Oct. 14.

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Tennis: TJ and FW players fight for wins in district tournament

The tennis regular season ended for the NPSL on Oct. 11. Each team is allowed nine players to…

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Swimmers line up for the 400 Yard Freestyle Relay at the All City Meet inside the King County Aquatic Center.

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Swimming: Decatur Gators dominate at all-city meet

The 2022 swim regular season came to a close Oct. 18 with the all-city swim meet at the…

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Preview for the upcoming high school wrestling season in Federal Way

The high school winter wrestling season is right around the corner. Here’s a recap of last season including…

Federal Way’s Madison Mulipola on the attack in the third set of their match with Kentwood. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

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Prep volleyball: Kentwood takes down Federal Way in four sets

The Kentwood Conquerors took down the Federal Way High School Eagles on Oct. 19 inside the Eagles’ gym,…

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Kentridge takes down Decatur on Sept. 16 (RPI 23).

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Prep sports: South Sound teams dominate state’s Rating Percentage Index

System allows players, fans and coaches to see how their local sports teams measure up.

Kent-Meridian Junior Kyle Brown goes up for a jump ball in the 32-29 victory. 
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Football: Kent-Meridian wins thriller over Thomas Jefferson

History was made inside Federal Way Memorial Stadium on Friday, Oct. 14. The Kent-Meridian Royals took down the…

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What the Mariners and the Mirror’s new sports reporter have in common

Introducing the Mirror’s new sports reporter, Benjamin Ray.

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Thomas Jefferson girls golfers shine bright this season

Thomas Jefferson High School had the final girls golf match of the season at the Riverbend Golf Complex…

TJ captain CJ Trevino wrestling to help the Raiders take down the Chargers. Ben Ray/ The Mirror

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Thomas Jefferson wrestling improves to 3-1 on the mat

Team captains Kayle Bearson and CJ Trevino prove victorious.

Todd Beamer poses after winning the Tournament of Champions Holiday Classic at Franklin High School. Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

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Todd Beamer boys basketball wins Holiday Classic tournament

Head Coach Brent Brilhante surpasses 100 wins with the TBHS basketball program.