Women's flag football took another step forward this week as the NCAA approved funding to support a championship for the growing sport. ALBIA — It didn't take long for Albia to benefit from a new ...

Sure, there might be a lone girl on a team one season then another on another team the next, but that was about it. Way more the exception than the rule. That was then, 10 to 15 years ago. Those ...

When Ariana Byrd steps onto the mat for a wrestling match, there’s always an initial feeling of fear. A few steps away, her coaches and teammates are on their feet, shouting in encouragement—just as ...

EVERETT — Ally de la Cruz remembers what it was like being one of the only girls on the Kamiak wrestling team. She remembers going to tournaments and watching other schools roll in with a large girls ...