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Mariners first half takeaways and second half expectations

The All-Star break symbolizes the halfway point in the season, how can the Mariners get going?

Jordan Vandergriff in the cockpit. Photo courtesy of johnforceracing.com

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Former ‘Bachelorette’ contestant Jordan Vanddergriff takes to the track

Vandergriff has gone from looking for roses to looking for podiums.

Federal Way Memorial Field track gets improved. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Track resurfacing underway at Federal Way Memorial Field

After renovations finished in 2023 more work is being done.

Michael Rucker, 32, a former Auburn Riverside High School player, pitches for the Mariners. COURTESY PHOTO, Ben Van Houten

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Auburn Riverside’s Rucker returns home to pitch for Mariners

Rucker’s story is full of twists and turns as he fulfills a dream.

Kaicen Carter leaps to catch a pass. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way football wins Fife camp, now preps for fall season

The Eagles were named the winners of the 2026 Fife football camp on July 5.

Kent Memorial Park tennis courts. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Top 10 free pickleball and tennis courts in South King County

Here are some free places to get outside and enjoy the sun while playing pickleball or tennis.

Fans hoist scarves as the march to Seattle Stadium continued. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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USA eliminated at hands of Belgium in final game at Seattle Stadium

The peak of US soccer fandom came to an end in Seattle in the cities final World Cup…

Fans squeeze in at Legacy Square. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Fans pack Legacy Square to root on the USMNT

Renton’s community park brought hundreds of people to watch the World Cup.

Antonee Robinson (5) and Folarin Balogun (20) are instrumental for the USMNT, but both are on yellow cards heading into the World Cup group finale. (Troy Wayrynen / Imagn Images)

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World Cup crowds smash records across Seattle

In nearly every category of transportation, records were broken.

Participants in Game of Life Mentoring activities get the chance to learn in a safe environment, have some fun and build skills in all aspects of their lives. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Basketball builds better mental health for youth in Federal Way

A lot of life can happen on a basketball court. It can be a place to perfect a…

Evan Cook points during Decatur practice during a walk through portion of practice. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Meet Evan Cook: Decatur’s new head football coach

After being hired in March, Cook is beginning summer workouts with a new title.

Seattle Stadium before kick off between Belgium and Egypt. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Seattle shines bright as World Cup kicks off

Belgium and Egypt played the first of six games in Seattle and set the tone for tournament.

Ben Ray chips onto the green. Photo provided by Robby Mullikin.

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North Shore Golf Course rebrands as Cedar Irons

Revamped greens, level tee boxes and wide open fairways welcome golfers with open arms.

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DJ Smith of Thomas Jefferson attempts to clear the bar of the high jump.

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2026 WIAA state track and field results

Check out the list below to see who placed in the top eight at the state meet.

Jasmine Johnson runs for Kentlake. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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2026 WIAA state track and field results

Check out the list below to see who placed in the top eight at the state meet.

Callie Moore (left) and Ethan Flavel (right) stand beside John Yellam (far left), FWPS Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer (second from left) and Federal Way Mirror Reporter Ben Ray (far right). Photo provided by FWPS.

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2026 Federal Way Mirror Athlete of the Year results

Ethan Flavel and Callie Moore named athlete of the year by voters.

Tyler Buol on the bump for Decatur against Eastside Catholic. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Decatur baseball falters in final four

The Gators were the highest seed left in the state tournament, but fell short of the championship.

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What does it cost to attend the World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup may end up being one of the most expensive in history for fans…

A year after falling in the quarterfinals, Decatur earns redemption behind Tyler Buol's gem and Landen Parker's walk-off hit May 23. Photo by Nathan Hyun

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Decatur baseball punches ticket to final four with dramatic quarterfinal victory

Even an Oscar winning screenwriter could not have written a script for what took place on Saturday, May…

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Federal Way Mirror Athlete of the Year voting is now open

Vote for the Federal Way Mirror male and female athlete of the year.