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Allyn to Paris: CJ Allen proud to represent western Washington at first Olympic Games

CJ Allen will compete in the 400m hurdles semifinals on Wednesday. PARIS, France — At North Mason High School, CJ Allen won a state title in the 110-meter hurdles as a...

Storm’s Sami Whitcomb found home in Australia after playing all over the globe

Whitcomb eventually became a naturalized Australian citizen and now is playing in the Olympics. SEATTLE — Seattle Storm guard Sami Whitcomb has been playing basketball competitively for over 30 years. Born...

How Shoreline’s Josh Hawkinson was born into basketball before becoming Paris Olympian

With two parents who both played basketball professionally, Team Japan Olympian Josh Hawkinson was born to hoop. SHORELINE, Wash. — Josh Hawkinson, who was born in Shoreline and played collegiately at...

Hailey Van Lith on why she loves 3×3 basketball

TCU's Hailey Van Lith said 3x3 basketball is "physical and gritty," making it a ton of fun to play. SEATTLE — College basketball phenom Hailey Van Lith of Cashmere, Wash. is...

Hailey Van Lith proud to represent Cashmere, Team USA at Paris Olympics

Van Lith is part of Team USA's 3x3 basketball squad, which won a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. PARIS, France — While at Cashmere High School, Hailey Van Lith developed...

UW rowing program again has significant representation at Paris Olympics

Of all the venues and competitions in Paris, Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium will see the most athletes with Seattle ties. PARIS, France — Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium will be the site of all...

Shoreline’s Josh Hawkinson makes Olympics debut for Team Japan

With his 6-foot-10 frame, blond hair, and talents on the court, Washington's Josh Hawkinson has become a bit of a superstar. PARIS, France — The USA men's and women's basketball teams...

Washington athletes look forward to ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

From the fashionable debut of each team during the Parade of Nations followed by the lighting of the Olympic flame, the Opening Ceremony is an unforgettable night. PARIS, France — The...

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