by Harlow Robinson | Oct 9, 2022 | Cover Story, Cross Country Running, Prep Spotlight
Wrangell High School’s Daniel Harrison approached the finish line hands in the air. There was much to celebrate. In winning the Division III 2022 ASAA First National Bank Alaska Cross Country Running State Championships, the Wolves’ sophomore standout...
by Harlow Robinson | Sep 8, 2022 | Cover Story, Sled Dog Racing
Alaska lost a legend Wednesday with the passing of Lance Mackey. Known as the Comeback Kid, Mackey beat cancer and overcame odds and adversity throughout his life to have one of the most decorated careers in sled dog racing history. Through many ups and downs, Mackey...
by Harlow Robinson | Feb 22, 2022 | Athlete of the Week, Hockey
Jeremy Swayman is our Alaska Athlete of the Week after his red-hot play since being called back up from the minor leagues by the Boston Bruins. The Anchorage goaltender has surrendered just four goals in his last four starts for the Bruins, going 3-0-1 in that...
by Harlow Robinson | Feb 14, 2022 | Basketball
The Houston boys and Monroe Catholic girls earned Valdez Elks Tournament championships in impressive fashion Saturday night. Powered by a high-octane offense, the Houston Hawks outscored host Valdez 42-20 in the second half on their way to a a 65-46 victory to take...
by Harlow Robinson | Feb 7, 2022 | Athlete of the Week, Nordic Skiing, Olympics
Scott Patterson of Anchorage placed 11th in Saturday’s 30-kilometer skiathon, the best-ever U.S. men’s Olympic result in that event. His achievement earned him our Alaska Athlete of the Week honors. Racing in cold, slow conditions and at high altitude, Patterson was...
