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FROM THE SIDELINES: If you're asking for Scott Rueck's dismissal, you're the problem, not him

Scott Rueck is a good coach, and any assertion otherwise is absurd. Read moreFROM THE SIDELINES: If you're asking for Scott Rueck's dismissal, you're the problem, not him

Playoffs clinched, Portland Winterhawks focus on consistent energy

The Portland Winterhawks have clinched a spot in the Western Hockey League playoffs and entered the first full week of February one point out of first placee in t… Read morePlayoffs clinched, Portland Winterhawks focus on consistent energy

Winterhawks topple Tri-City Saturday, clinch playoff berth for 12th year in a row

The Portland Winterhawks are officially qualified for the Western Hockey League playoffs for a 12th consecutive season. Read moreWinterhawks topple Tri-City Saturday, clinch playoff berth for 12th year in a row

Third quarter slump dooms Blazers in 129-121 loss at Chicago

Going into halftime up 11 with Damian Lillard sitting at 28 points, it felt like the Portland Trail Blazers (26-27) were in a good spot to close out their three-g… Read moreThird quarter slump dooms Blazers in 129-121 loss at Chicago

Late three lifts Mountainside boys to 52-51 road win over Beaverton

Trailing by two points with 30 seconds to play, the Mountainside Mavericks called on Brayden Boe to make a play that would potentially send their game against the… Read moreLate three lifts Mountainside boys to 52-51 road win over Beaverton

Trail Blazers storm from behind to sink Wizards on Friday

Trailing by 18 points at intermission, the Portland Trail Blazers dominated the second half to score a 124-116 road win over the Washington Wizards on Friday, Feb. 3. Read moreTrail Blazers storm from behind to sink Wizards on Friday

Tri-City pulls away for 6-1 Friday win over Portland Winterhawks

The Portland Winterhawks play one of only two home games in February when they host the Tri-City Americans at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3. Read moreTri-City pulls away for 6-1 Friday win over Portland Winterhawks

Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic sidelined until after NBA All-Star break

The Portland Trail Blazers announced Friday morning that center Jusuf Nurkic will be out until after the NBA All-Star break with a left calf strain.

Tualatin boys basketball comes up short in closing minutes in 60-54 loss at West Linn

Jackson Shelstad admitted he was a little tired during the second half of the West Linn High School boys basketball matchup at home with Tualatin on Thursday night.

Damian Lillard named to 2023 NBA All-Star game as a reserve

The Blazers superstar is heading back to the All-Star game for the seventh time in his 11th season.

'Healthy' Sherwood stays undefeated in Pacific Conference play with 85-60 win over Century

The Sherwood boys basketball team is hitting on all cylinders, and those in attendance saw that in a 85-60 win over Century on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at Century High School.

From the Sidelines Podcast: Jed Tai from Prep Hoops Oregon talks boys basketball

Lillard drops another 42 points in win of the year at Memphis

Jerami Grant exits at halftime with concussion like symptoms, Drew Eubanks puts up 11 and 11.

Valley Catholic's Noelle Mannen is living a basketball dream at Oregon State

Noelle Mannen is the starting point guard for the Oregon State Beavers women's basketball team, but if you think her road to one of the Pac-12 Conference’s premier programs was easy or traditional, think again.

Timbers ramp up training ahead of three preseason matches

As the calendar turns to February, with the MLS season opener less than four weeks away, Portland Timbers coach Giovanni Savarese continues to emphasize building fitness and embracing competition.

Sofia Bell's 22 points leads Jesuit girls over Beaverton

Jesuit's girls basketball team knew it was getting a difference-maker when Sofia Bell transferred over from St. Mary's Academy in the middle of last season.

Jesuit boys take hold of Metro League with 74-67 win over Beaverton

“Obviously, when you’re playing one of the best teams in the state, you try to give them your best shot, and we did that tonight,” said Jesuit head coach Gene Potter.

FROM THE SIDELINES: Portland's major league dreams lie in the hands of MLB, and MLB isn't talking

Five years.

Small School Report: Country Christian overcomes 19-point deficit against Portland Waldorf to remain in Valley-10 title hunt

Behind 21 points from Tyson Smith, 10 from Rhett Johnson, Cougars earn ninth league win of the season

How Nassir Little's voice is impacting the Portland Trail Blazers

Head coach Chauncey Billups will be the first to admit that he’s got a quiet team on his hands in the current iteration of the Portland Trail Blazers.

Timbers preseason goal: a lot of competition; no complacency

A couple of weeks into training camp, Portland Timbers coach Giovanni Savarese expressed satisfaction with the fitness levels and work rate he’s seen from his players.

Blazers can't overcome another slow start in 123-105 loss to Toronto

The Portland Trail Blazers (23-26) couldn’t dig out of another first-quarter hole in their 123-105 loss to the visiting Toronto Raptors (23-28).

Tigard girls basketball can't solve Oregon City defense in 48-31 loss

Oregon City’s game plan against the Tigard Tigers on Friday night was to get back to basic, fundamental girls basketball.

Sunset's Ellie Felt is all about the 1%

Sunset’s Ellie Felt is all business when it comes to soccer. But don’t be fooled, she’s all about having fun as well.

Newest Portland Winterhawk Chaz Lucius off to strong start

Chaz Lucius admits his head is spinning a bit as he transitions to the Portland Winterhawks and the Western Hockey League.

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 60 in the 134-124 win over the Utah Jazz (25-26).

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 substance.

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.

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.