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Cascade Christian quarterback Jaelin Goldsmith, left, avoids the rush against the Connell Eagles during the Class 1A state championship game in 2011. Goldsmith, who will be in his third season as the starting quarterback this fall, hopes to lead his team to the state title this fall. (MIKE CENTIOLI/COURTESY PHOTO)

Striving for greatness

Published: 06/19/13 08:43:24

Finishing 7-3 would be a solid year for the majority of the high school football programs in Washington. That isn't the case at Cascade Christian, which had appeared in four straight Class 1A state title games at the Tacoma Dome until last year.

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The Cascade Christian football team gathers before they take a water break last week during the second day of spring practice. The Cougars have their sights set on returning to the Class 1A state championship game. (SHAUN SCOTT/HERALD PHOTO)

Cascade Christian looking to rebound after subpar season

Published: 06/19/13 08:38:01

The Cascade Christian Cougars played in four consecutive Class 1A state championship football games from 2008-11. But they were eliminated in the district round last November after they lost to Kings 28-7.

Chief Leschi junior running back Julien Dillon will be the focal point of the Warriors’ offense during the 2013 season. (SHAUN SCOTT/HERALD FILE PHOTO)

Chief Leschi looks to improve after winless season

Published: 06/19/13 08:37:28

Chief Leschi head football coach Sauni Savini doesn't expect a repeat of the 2012 season, when the Warriors weren't able to find the win column.

Gregg to be Sumner's top receiving threat

Published: 06/19/13 08:36:26

Last year Sumner High School football player Austin Gregg didn't think he would make much of an impact as an incoming sophomore.

Rogers graduate making his mark in coaching world

Published: 06/19/13 08:35:50

Jase Wambold is proving that age is just a number when it comes to having success as a basketball coach.

Cougars looking to reclaim glory

Published: 06/19/13 08:35:14

The most important player on the Cascade Christian football team is also its most selfless.

Emerald Ridge quarterback Goy Mal tosses a screen pass to one of his teammates during spring practice on June 4. The Emerald Ridge coaching staff said the starting quarterback position is wide open. Last year’s starter, Kort Skoda, plans to play football at Pacific Lutheran University this fall. (SHAUN SCOTT/HERALD PHOTO)

Emerald Ridge focusing on game fundamentals

Published: 06/12/13 12:19:48

Just like life, there isn't much room for error in football.

Puyallup offensive lineman Nolan Meyers, right, works during an offensive line drill on June 4 at Sparks Stadium in Puyallup. Meyers has put on 50 pounds since last year and will be battling for a starting spot on the line. (KENT NEWMAN/SPECIAL TO THE HERALD)

Camaraderie drives Puyallup on the gridiron

Published: 06/12/13 12:19:17

Cultivating a culture of excellence is what drives Puyallup Vikings head coach Gary Jeffers and his coaching staff.

Rogers wide receiver/kick returner LaGrant Pegram breaks free into the open field for a touchdown against the Curtis Vikings during the 2012 season. (PETER HALEY/THE NEWS TRIBUNE FILE PHOTO)

Rams' Pegram a prolific receiver

Published: 06/12/13 12:18:55

Rogers High School wide receiver LaGrant Pegram is a threat to score any time he touches the ball.

Pierce College baseball team finishes second in conference tournament

Published: 06/12/13 12:18:04

Not even a loss in the Northwest Association of Community Colleges' championship game took away the pride of Pierce Raiders head coach Kevin Davis.

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