LIVE BLOG: Dawg Day in L.A. at the Pac-12 Tournament

The University of Washington Huskies - led by Tony Wroten Jr. and Terrance Ross - will face Oregon State at noon. Follow Patch Editor Brent Champaco on his blog.

Hopelink to Host Resolution Run and Chili Feed

The 5k run takes place Dec. 31 along the Sammamish River Trail.

Poll: Huskies or Cougars in the 2011 Apple Cup?

The 2011 Apple Cup is Saturday Nov. 26 at Century Link Field in Seattle. Who will win?

Prep Report: Lake Washington Facing Bellevue, Juanita Takes on Sammamish

Lake Washington will face a tough task against nationally ranked Bellevue this week, while Juanita will look to rebound against Sammamish.

Prep Football: Juanita Falls to Mercer Island, 47-24

A balanced Mercer Island attack, penalties and three interceptions all played a role in the Islanders win.

In Motion: Love and Running in the Rockies

Can a relationship stand the test of competing as a team in a six-day, 120-mile trail race through the Rocky Mountains?

Juanita Opens Season in Impressive Fashion Behind Marshall's Big Debut

The Rebels football team kicks off the 2011 season with a bang, scoring 28 points in the first seven minutes and romping to a 48-16 victory over Redmond.

Junior Softball World Series Wraps up as Michigan Team Takes Title

The Central (U.S.A.) representative from Croswell, MI, took home the Junior Softball World Series Championship on Saturday with a 10-0 victory over the Southeast (U.S.A.) regional team.

WEEKEND PLANNER: Junior World Series Title Game; Outdoor Movie Night

Check out our picks for the activities to hit and places to explore in and around Kirkland this weekend.

VIEWFINDER: Softball World Series Opening Ceremonies

Play Ball! Ten teams from around the world open the Junior Softball World Series tournament Sunday at Kirkland's Everest Park.

Junior Softball World Series at Everest Field; Kirkland Street Scramble

Things you might want to know today, Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011.

Cooking Up Your Own Energy Bars

Athletes end up paying a ton for pre-packaged bars and gels. Here are a few recipes for homemade alternatives.

Kirkland's Everest Park Hosting Junior Softball World Series

The tournament gets underway with opening ceremonies at noon on Aug. 14. ESPN will televise the championship game.

Racing Blind: Triathlete Regains Control of Her Life

Microsoft software engineer Patricia Walsh, who lost her vision at 14, holds the record for blind athletes in the Ironman Triathlon.

Catch the Hydro Action; Here's the Schedule

The annual Seafair hydroplane races kick off today and run through Sunday. Here are details on heats and how to get to the big event.

Kirkland's Mitchie Brusco Finishes Fifth in X Games

In his first X Games, Kirkland's 14-year-old skateboard phenom is beaten by his much older buddy, Brazil's Bob Burnquist.

Thundering in the Cockpit of a Hydro

As Seafair races near, unlimited driver says he works out to keep his edge for races that "literally kick the (heck) out of you."

Bike Like a Girl

Women represent just a quarter of all Seattle-area bike commuters, so the Cascade Bicycle Club has been gearing activities to help female riders rule the road.

Kirkland Softball All-Stars Win Third Straight State Championship

The Kirkland "majors" softball all-star team won its third straight state championship on Monday with an 11-0 victory over rival Woodinville.

Sammamish Rowing Association Close to Goal Of New Boathouse

The association recently completed work on a new turn lane, marking another step toward its final goal of a new boathouse.

Mitchie Brusco: Kirkland's World Famous Skateboarder and Regular Kid

"Little Tricky" at 14 is traveling the world and winning acclaim, but says he's just a regular kid from Juanita who loves hanging out with his friends.

Boys Hoops: Kangs Continue Summer Dominance, Juanita Plays Strong

The Lake Washington boys basketball team won the Kang Klassic for its third tournament title in June, while Juanita continued its strong summer play.

The Barre Is Hopping

These increasingly popular exercise classes combine moves from ballet, yoga, pilates and boot camp.

PHOTO GALLERY: Kirkland National's Brewers Win City Championship

The championship game between the top Kirkland National and Kirkland American Little League teams marks end of the regular season and start of the playoffs.

Kang Klassic Basketball Tournament Tips Off This Weekend

The 20-team varsity and junior varsity Kang Klassic boys basketball tournament is this weekend at Lake Washington High and Kirkland Junior High.

Little League City Championship Returns to Peter Kirk Park on Wednesday

The top majors teams from Kirkland American and Kirkland National Little Leagues will play for the city title on Lee Johnson Field for the first time in years. All-Stars from both leagues will be announced after the game.

'Clown Shoes' Are No Running Joke

The French-designed Hokas, which elevate your feet with a thick layer of cushioning, are beginning to make a splash in the U.S.

VIEWFINDER: Marymoor Velodrome Gears Up for New Racing Season

The Redmond track's official season begins this Friday, featuring cyclists from all over the Eastside and Seattle area.

Juanita’s Alanna Coker Repeats as State Triple Jump Champion

She also takes second in a 100-meter dash photo-finish as the Lady Rebels earn seventh at the state track and field championships.

LW's Bernstein Brothers Named All-State in Lacrosse

Jake and Cody Bernstein helped lead the Lake Washington High lacrosse team to the playoffs. Jake also earned All-American honors.

Kangs' Baseball Season Ends with First Round Playoff Loss to Hanford

Lake Washington can't recover after Hanford scores nine runs in the bottom of the first inning.

Lake Washington Boys Soccer Miracle Run Ends with Shootout Loss

Lake Washington falls in penalty kicks to Southridge in the first round of the 3A boys soccer tournament.

Kangs Rally to Dump Blanchet 8-5, Reach State Playoffs

Lake Washington scores five runs in the sixth inning and now will face Hanford on Saturday in Richland.

Boys Baseball: LW Whips Mercer Island 6-2 to Keep Season Alive

Kangs will play Bishop Blanchet on Tuesday, with the winner earning a berth in the state playoffs.

Boys Soccer: Lake Washington Reaches State for First Time Since 2002

The Kangs explode for six goals in a 6-1 victory over Ingraham to nab a spot in the state playoffs.

Kangs Lose Heartbreaker to Mount Si in KingCo 3A Title Game

Lake Washington falls 1-0 in eight innings and now must win Saturday to stay alive for a state berth.

Local Runner to Tackle Toughest Foot Race in the World

Jess Mullen will compete in the Badwater Ultramarathon, a race that stretches 135 miles through Death Valley and up Mount Whitney.

Boys Soccer: Lake Washington Outlasts Mercer Island, Advances in Playoffs

Justin Manao scores on a penalty kick to pace Kangs to 1-0 victory over Mercer Island.

Playoffs Near, Kangs' Cruikshank Signs With USF

LW's star infielder, hitter—and pitcher—is feeling good about his season and his team as the Kangs head into their first game of the KingCo playoffs on Thursday vs. Sammamish.

Summer Camp For Runners in the Rockies

Ambitious vacationers can still sign up for the six-day Gore-Tex TransRockies Run, in which participants cover 113 trail miles in the Colorado Rockies.