Site Logo
Vashon’s Lewis Thompson fights to keep the ball from Cascade Christian. (Dawn Stief photo)

Sports

After second loss to Cascade Christian, it’s time for Pirates to dig in, bounce back

The Vashon Island Pirates boys varsity soccer team is now entering the final stage of their season: the…

Coach Paul Wahlen and players Will Zuvela, Marshall Wade, Avery Grace and Molly Wing at Hawks Prairie Golf Club on May 7. (Brian Wade photo)

Sports

VHS golf sends three to district tournament

The team competed in the Nisqually League tournament at Hawks Prairie Golf Club in Lacey.

Pirate forward Mason Haynes takes on Cougar defender Maddox Miller. (Dawn Stief photo

Sports

Pirates seek revenge in district tournament

Barring a significant upset, the districts final will be Vashon versus Cascade Christian.

Pirate Goalkeeper Ozzie Tanner is congratulated by Head Coach John Thomas on Senior Night. (Dawn Stief photo)

Sports

After first loss of the season, Pirates aim to bounce back into playoffs

If the Pirates learn from their mistakes, they’ll be better equipped for future games.

Brian Wade photo
The VHS golf team played an in-conference match on Thursday, April 24 at Vashon Golf Course against Charles Wright Academy. Though the Pirates fell to Charles Wright, Marshall Wade, pictured here, won his match shooting a score of 39.

Sports

Scene Heard: Tee time on Vashon

The Vashon High School boys took on Charles Wright Academy Thursday, April 24 at Vashon Golf Course.

Pirate midfielder Lewis Thompson lines up a shot against Annie Wright. (Dawn Stief photo)

Sports

Pirates among favorites for state title

The soccer players emerged from their spring break bouts still undefeated.

Kentlake junior Kaylee Guiles finds a hole in against Kent-Meridian. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

WIAA sanctions girls flag football for high schools

Updates from assembly include transfer portal and rules for transgender athletes.

From left to right: Vashon pirates Evanan Shrestha, Ryland Knodt and Mason Haynes. (Courtesy photo)

Sports

Pirates kick off their Nisqually campaign strong

But tougher matches are on the horizon.

Courtesy photo
Olympus competitors at regional Quiz Rally from left to right: (top row) Clara Wiley, Addie Davidson, Emmy Archambault, Eloise Larson, Maggie Uhlir, Vivian Grace, Anna Wiley (bottom row) Courtney Secor, McKenzie Bomber, Juliette Kelly, Patricia Haley, Guinevere Kelly, and Jude Kelly

Sports

Island pony club sweeps competition at regional Quiz Rally

It was a dream day for the hardworking club.

Dawn Stief photo
Vashon forward Mason Haynes preparing to run at three Bush defenders.

Sports

Pirates emerge undefeated from tough bouts

Two weeks into the season, the Vashon Pirates boys soccer team is undefeated and still growing.

Sumo Dog’s The Godzilla was the favorite of the day at the Menu Preview Day. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

Sports

Hall of Fame-worthy ballpark eats at T-Mobile Park in 2025

The Mariners Menu Preview Day brought local cuisine and legendary baseball dedications to the 2025 season, with opening…

Vashon’s own Ezra Lacina is a bullpen catcher and coach at spring training with the Los Angeles Dodgers in Glendale, Arizona. (Tomo San, Los Angeles Dodgers photo)

Sports

Vashon’s Ezra Lacina coaching for the L.A. Dodgers

Last week, Lacina was the catcher for a bull pen session with Shohei Ohtani.

Courtesy photo
The Pirates are pictured after winning the Nisqually district tournament last season. Back row, left to right: Ozzie Tanner, Sayan Pernick (graduated), Ellis Cudaback (graduated), Orion Knowler (graduated), Gavin Keenan, Lewis Thompson, Oskar Cobb, Ferdinand Escovedo (graduated), Rowan Marceau-Roache, Xan London-Chambers, Mason Haynes, Joni Respighi. Front row: Caeden Miller, Finn Kennan, August Kampmeier, Isaac Newcomb, Avery MacLean, Pierce Fowler, Ryland Knodt, Quill Tegenfeldt-Pfohman, Evanan Shrestha, Jeff Nelson.

Sports

Vashon boys’ soccer is hungry for a title

And this year, they’ll face tougher competition on the pre-season road there.