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    Decatur and Todd Beamer girls swimmers open 2024...
    By Benjamin Ray • September 26, 2024 8:45 am

    Decatur has 40 swimmers this season and have built a positive community in the pool.

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    Senior Alexa Galmichi for Decatur fights for possession. Ben Ray / The Mirror
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    By Benjamin Ray • September 17, 2024 2:08 pm

    Kaihea Tuifua (soph.) and Vanessa Garcia (sr.) net goals for the Gators in victory over Enumclaw.

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    Maddox Heyliger (20) and Spencer Holloway (8) celebrate by running over to fans together after defeating Federal Way. Ben Ray / The Mirror
    Decatur downs Eagles in Friday night classic
    By Benjamin Ray • September 16, 2024 2:40 pm

    Down 21 points, the Gators complete one of the most impressive comebacks in school history.

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    The Raiders celebrate a point against Federal Way. Ben Ray / The Mirror
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    Decatur quarterback Spencer Holloway runs with the the ball against Enumclaw. Ben Ray / The Mirror
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    Decatur hands Enumclaw its first league loss since 2021; TJ Riggins scores two touchdowns in win.

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    Decatur’s Ben Ferrell takes down the Woodinville running back. Ben Ray / The Mirror
    Four eye-popping matchups to watch in 2024 NPSL...
    By Benjamin Ray • September 6, 2024 10:20 am

    With teams moving in and around the NPSL, some games have added intrigue.

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    Todd Beamer High School cheer team. Courtesy photo
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    By Benjamin Ray • September 2, 2024 7:00 am

    Props to cheerleaders in Federal Way Public Schools.

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    Decatur softball shortstop Kahea Sharpe (white) is giving soccer a go this year. Ben Ray / The Mirror
    Decatur girls soccer sets sights on postseason
    By Benjamin Ray • September 1, 2024 11:30 am

    Gators are focusing on chemistry and are highly motivated under head coach Sean Davis.

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    Quarterback Spencer Holloway works a handoff at practice for the Gators. Ben Ray / The Mirror
    Decatur football looks to back up best season...
    By Benjamin Ray • August 30, 2024 3:30 pm

    2024 is the year the Gators take the step forward.

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    Todd Beamer quarterback Esquire Williams with the ball in his hand works against the defense. Ben Ray / The Mirror
    Remember these Titans: Todd Beamer 2024 football outlook...
    By Benjamin Ray • August 30, 2024 2:30 pm

    Titans have a lot of excitement for their new quarterback.

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    Zamarie Tellez leads a flock of Eagles after an interception during practice. Ben Ray / The Mirror
    Federal Way Eagles football ready to bounce back...
    By Benjamin Ray • August 30, 2024 1:30 pm

    Eagles return a lot of talent from last season and are looking to flip the script on the NPSL.

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    Decatur quarterback Spencer Holloway keeps his eyes down field with the ball in his hands. (Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)
    NPSL high school football 2024 season preview
    By Benjamin Ray • August 21, 2024 10:16 am

    Keep an eye on Decatur: A look at the potential outcomes for South Sound teams in 4A and 3A.

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    Screenshot of the final medal tally. (Courtesy of Olympics.com)
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    By Benjamin Ray • August 16, 2024 9:30 am

    The opening ceremony ruffled a few feathers, but when it came to the sports themselves, the fans were fantastic this year.

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    By Benjamin Ray • August 6, 2024 8:42 pm

    Coach Mike Macdonald: “If we get in a scrap here and there, it’s understandable.”

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    Byron Murphy II gets going during a defensive line drill. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing
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    “We’re still learning who we are. We are still chasing that,” said Seattle’s new head coach.

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    Photo of Paul Ruston provided by Ally Peterson.
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    Quinton de Kock and Shehan Jayasuriya of Seattle Orcas during match twenty one of the Cognizant Major League Cricket season 2 between Seattle Orcas and Texas Super Kings held at the Grand Prairie cricket stadium, Grand Prairie, United States of America (USA) on the 23rd July 2024 Photo by Richard Huggard / Sportzpics for MLC
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    By Benjamin Ray • July 25, 2024 3:30 pm

    Seattle managed just two points in MLC 2 after making the grand final a year prior.

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    By Benjamin Ray • July 22, 2024 7:30 am

    A new twist on the pentathlon: Laser pistol shooting.

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    For the first time in NHRA history, Pacific...
    By Benjamin Ray • July 19, 2024 12:30 pm

    Three-time event winner Ron Capps talks to fans and media before Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways.

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    Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert represented at the All-Star Game. (Photo courtesy of Seattle Mariners Facebook page)
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    By Benjamin Ray • July 18, 2024 3:45 pm

    On June 18, Seattle was 10 games in front of Houston. Nearly a month later, Seattle has gone 8-15, and the dreams of cruising to a division crown is now a distant memory.

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