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Liberty girls basketball's youth served at Forest Grove

Some wins you want, some you need. Read moreLiberty girls basketball's youth served at Forest Grove

From the Sidelines podcast: Best games this weekend, plus more stock risers

Lillard drops a 'simple' 60 points in Blazers' important win over Utah

The crowd in the last three minutes of the Portland Trail Blazers (23-25) was on its feet as Damian Lillard fell one-point shy of a new career high in points with… Read moreLillard drops a 'simple' 60 points in Blazers' important win over Utah

Portland Thorns dismiss trainer, assistant coach after NWSL investigations

The Portland Thorns have fired assistant coach Sophie Clough for inappropriate behavior and fired trainer Pierre Soubrier for supplying players with a controlled … Read morePortland Thorns dismiss trainer, assistant coach after NWSL investigations

FROM THE SIDELINES: Bill Schonely's mark on the city and franchise was immeasurable

Bill Schonely is gone, but his memory and the memories he provided aren’t going anywhere. Read moreFROM THE SIDELINES: Bill Schonely's mark on the city and franchise was immeasurable

Small School Report: Banks' Daevon Vereen is 'working' for his success; Valley 10 hoops; Westside Christian girls pull upset

Some athletes love the competition, some the challenge, others the camaraderie, but what Banks’ Daevon Vereen loves is the work — and the harder the better. Read moreSmall School Report: Banks' Daevon Vereen is 'working' for his success; Valley 10 hoops; Westside Christian girls pull upset

Remembering the life of Rip City legend Bill Schonely

There's no shortage of love from around the Blazers organization and beyond on the life and legacy of Bill Schonely. Read moreRemembering the life of Rip City legend Bill Schonely

Former Blazers announcer and Rip City icon Bill Schonely dead at 93

Portland Trail Blazers longtime on-air broadcaster Bill Schonely has died at age 93.

Hops break ground with first woman manager at High-A level

The Hillsboro Hops are making history.

Century boys come together in win over Forest Grove

It’s been a rough ride for the Century boys basketball team to start the 2022-23 season.

Hillsboro Hops' Harrison is going home

The Hillsboro Hops will have a new manager in 2023.

Hillsboro wrestling sweeps Wilsonville

Spartan boys and girls scored in a tough matchup with perennial power Wilsonville.

Ducks, Beavers 2023 football schedules have challenges, opportunities

The Pac-12 football schedule, the last as we know it, has been unveiled.

Jokic's triple-double fuels Blazers' 122-113 loss on the road to Denver

Denver and Nikola Jokic shot the ball well and handed the Portland Trail Blazers (21-23) a road loss to break the two-game streak the Blazers came into the night with.

6A, 5A, 4A, 3A and 2A girls coaches poll (Jan. 15)

Below are the Oregon girls high school basketball coaches polls comprised of votes from coaches statewide and compiled by John Tawa at the OSAAtoday.

Hillsboro area and Banks football players earn all-state honors

Liberty, Century, Hillsboro and Banks high schools have players represented on the 6A, 5A and 3A state championship teams.

Local high school soccer players earn all-state honors

When it came to high school soccer in this state, Jesuit reigned supreme in 2022, winning both the boys and girls state championships.

'He's like a little gnat': What Gary Payton II has already brought to the Blazers

There hasn’t been much to like about the Portland Trail Blazers the last couple of weeks.

Blazers fall late to Cleveland despite Lillard dropping 50 points

The Portland Trail Blazers (19-22) couldn’t hit the big shot down the stretch once more and fell to visiting Cleveland 119-113. The loss keeps Portland in 11th in the Western Conference, .5 game behind Utah and Minnesota in 9th and 10th and o…

Portland Thorns draft defender, two attackers, goalkeeper

The Portland Thorns picked a top-flight fullback and a forward who scored 50 career goals in college Thursday, Jan. 12, in the first round of the National Women’s Soccer League Draft.

From the Sidelines podcast: Stock risers and 6A-4A league predictions

Sexual abuse lawsuit filed against area coach on behalf of former Southridge High student

The former student said Forrest Sherman sexually abused her while he was a trainer at a Hillsboro gym.

The Portland Trail Blazers' offense has taken a detour to Funkytown

Losers of their last four, the Blazers aren't so much in need of stronger defense, but rather a better rhythm on offense.

Blazers go 6 for 35 from deep in 109-106 loss to Orlando

There was no aerial display inside the Moda Center on Tuesday, Jan. 10, as the Portland Trail Blazers (19-21) fell 109-106 to the Orlando Magic after shooting 6 for 35 from 3-point range.

FROM THE SIDELINES: Ducks versus Beavers has gotten a lot more interesting

Who’s the better football team, Oregon or Oregon State?

Mike Norris officially introduced as next head coach for the Portland Thorns

New Portland Thorns FC head coach Mike Norris described as "tactical genius." His connection with players, knowledge of National Women's Soccer League, among the reason he was selected to replace Rhian Wilkinson.

Hillsboro area football players earn Pacific Conference honors

All-Pacific Conference football all-stars were announced this past month and Hillsboro area gridders were well-represented.

Portland Thorns Sophia Smith is U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year

Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith wins U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year Award for 2022.

Report: Blazers' rookie Shaedon Sharpe to compete in NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Rims beware, Shaedon Sharpe is coming to jam.

Lillard 7th in initial fan voting for NBA All-Star Game starters

The first release of fan voting results for the NBA All-Star Game starters was revealed Thursday morning by the NBA. Only the top 10 vote-getters for the front and back court for each conference was shown.

College basketball: Alex Fowler leads Portland women to fast start in West Coast Conference

Alex Fowler continues to impress. Fowler was named West Coast Conference women’s basketball player of the week after helping the Portland Pilots to wins at LMU and Pepperdine. The fourth-year junior from Townsville, Australia averaged 22 poin…

Glencoe boys drop nonleague game with Southridge (Photos)

The Glencoe boys basketball team hosted Metro League Southridge on Tuesday night, Jan. 3, at Glencoe High School. The Skyhawks proved too much for the Crimson Tide, defeating home Glencoe 86-29.

Gary Payton II returns in Blazers' 135-106 win over Detroit

The Portland Trail Blazers (19-17) took care of the Detroit Pistons 135-106 on. Monday, Jan. 2, thanks to a big turnaround to end the first half that continued into the second. Portland went on a 20-0 run between the second third that turned …

FROM THE SIDELINES: Les Schwab Invitational is a sight to be seen

Another Les Schwab Invitational is in the books, and if you missed it, you missed a lot.

Blazers score 2 points in the final 5 minutes, fall 118-112 to Warriors

With the defending champs on the brink in the fourth quarter, the Portland Trail Blazers (18-17) went frozen cold and blew an 8-point lead in the 118-112 loss at Golden State.

Century girls are building confidence with wins

First year Century head girls basketball coach Kyle Brayton has his work cut out for him. But with a fresh approach, a slowly building confidence and a handful of wins, the coach and his Jaguar girls are undoubtedly headed in the right direction.

Slideshow: All the scenes from Oregon football's Holiday Bowl win

Column: Lillard's 18,041 points only scratches the surface of his impact on Portland

Plenty of emotions came to the mind of Damian Lillard when he was honored post-game against Charlotte on Dec. 26 after he broke the Portland Trail Blazers' career scoring record last week in Oklahoma City.