Lummi Nation Girls, Boys Open Playoffs With Big Wins

The Lummi Nation bench reacts to a 3-point shot from William Hetland (4).

“Win and advance” is the mantra this time of year, and the Lummi Nation girls and boys basketball teams did both in impressive fashion in their Class 1B District 1 openers Thursday, Jan. 6. Before their home crowd, the Lady Blackhawks crushed Cedar Park Christian (Mountlake Terrace), 64-29, and the Lummi Nation boys followed by … Read more

It’s Playoff Time: Lummi Nation Girls, Boys Tip Off Tournaments

Lummi Nation starters (from left) Caleb Revey, Jaie Leighton, Tyran Lane and William Hetland are ready for the playoffs. (Photo by Kelli Terpsma)

It’s the biggest and best time of the season — the playoffs — and Whatcom County’s smallest school again will tip off the district tournaments starting Thursday, Feb. 6. The Lummi Nation boys and girls will host Class 1B District 1 games with the Lady Blackhawks meeting Cedar Park Christian (Mountlake Terrace) at 5 p.m. … Read more

Whatcom Hoops: Girls Week 9 Recap (Jan. 27-Feb. 1)

Lynden Christian had a lot to cheer about last week as the Lyncs closed in on another league title.

The Northwest Conference and Northwest 1B League are coming down to the stretch run of the regular season, and it seems every game has some playoff or seeding implication. The playoffs for the 1A and 1B teams start later this week, with the 2A and 3A wrapping up their regular season before starting their post-season … Read more

Whatcom Hoops: Boys Week 9 Recap (Jan. 27-Feb. 1)

Things are looking up for the Lynden Lions after collecting four big victories last week.

The Northwest Conference and Northwest 1B League are coming down to the stretch run of the regular season, and it seems every game has some playoff or seeding implication. The playoffs for the 1A and 1B teams start later this week, with the 2A and 3A wrapping up their regular season before starting their post-season … Read more

Don’t Miss Bellingham High Hall Of Fame Ceremony

Bellingham High fans! The school’s Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony is today, Feb. 1, at 1 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. KPUG sports personality Mark Scholten will be the MC and there’s no charge. The 2020 inductees are:  * Legendary baseball coach and local umpire BRYAN “BUSHER” LEWIS, who coached major-leaguers Clary Marshall and Cliff Chambers, … Read more

Lynden Boys Use Defense, Rebounding To Take Down Rival LC

Liam Hanenburg (left) and his Lynden teammates celebrate Friday's big victory over Lynden Christian.

Almost all of the Lynden boys basketball team was in the stands a year ago when the Lions varsity team was thumped by Lynden Christian. But this year, they were on the court when the Lions did the thumping. Lynden won its 15th straight game by beating the Lyncs for the first time in three … Read more

LC Girls Finish Strong, Hand Lynden First Defeat

The LC bench erupts after Libby Stump's free throws seal the victory.

With the game on the line — literally at the line — the big showdown turned out to be a dream for the Lynden Christian girls and a nightmare for Lynden. Sophomore Libby Stump sank four free throws in the final 17 seconds to give the Lyncs a 37-34 victory over the Lions in a … Read more

Lynden Senior Making A Difference On Remarkable Team

Ashtyn Van Dalen (with glasses) is all smiles with her Lynden teammates. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Apps Photography)

For Ashtyn Van Dalen, playing on the Lynden girls basketball team is “fun.” For Ashtyn’s parents, Mike and Raelene Van Dalen, having their daughter be accepted and loved is an answer to prayer. And for the Lions coach, it’s the way it should be. “As a Dad, as an ex-teacher, and as a coach, this … Read more

Whatcom Hoops: Girls Week 8 Recap (Jan. 20-25)

The Ferndale girls had a lot to cheer about last week with three victories.

With two weeks left in the regular season, most of the Whatcom County girls basketball teams were just trying to catch up after all the weather-related postponements. While there were several games that affected the standings, the big showdowns for first place between highly ranked teams are still to come. GAME OF THE WEEK: Nooksack … Read more

Whatcom Hoops: Boys Week 8 Recap (Jan. 20-25)

Braedan Hart helped Mount Baker notch its first league win last week.

With two weeks left in the regular season, most of the Whatcom County boys basketball teams were just trying to catch up after all the weather-related postponements. While there were several games that affected the standings, the big showdowns for first place between highly ranked teams are still to come. GAME OF THE WEEK: Jaden … Read more