March 2014

BELLEVUE-Throw out the third quarter, please.
The Kennedy Catholic girls basketball team played Bellevue even at 30-30 for the first half of a state Class 3A regional game Saturday afternoon and played even in the fourth quarter, 16-16.
But the Lancers of Burien were outscored, 23-6, in the third quarter and came away with a 69-52 loss.
That ended Kennedy's season 17 points shy of obtaining the berth into the Elite Eight state finals at the Tacoma Dome that they sought.
Myah Williams led the Lancers with 23 points in Saturday's game against Bellevue that was played at Bellevue Community College.
Diondra Bourgette was next with nine and Kelsey Abrejera added eight.
Arielle Garnett and Jasmine Moore finished with five points apiece and Celestina Ramirez rounded off JFK's scoring with two.

The Des Moines Police Department is releasing the following information pursuant to RCW 4.24.550 and the

Washington State Supreme Court decision in State v. Ward, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the

public of a sex offenders release when; in the discretion of the agency, the release of information will enhance public

safety and protection.

The individual who appears on this notification has been convicted of a sex offense that requires registration with

the sheriff’s office in the county which they reside. Further, their previous criminal history places them in a classification

level which reflects the potential to re-offend.

The sex offender has served the sentence imposed on him/her by the courts and has advised King County

Sheriff’s Office that he will be living within the city limits of Des Moines. He/she is not wanted by the police. This

notification is not intended to create fear but simply to inform the public of the individuals release.

The Des Moines Police Department has no legal authority to direct where a sex offender may or may not live.

By Gerardo Bolong

University of Spokane used inside-outside tactics to end the season of Seamount League boys champion Kennedy Catholic, 68-59, at Central Valley High School in a Class 3A Hardwood Classic state regional boys basketball winner-to-the round of eight, loser-out game on Friday, Feb 28.

The Lancers overcame two good Titan leads to enter halftime in a 27-all draw.

Knowing how well University shot from the perimeter, Kennedy Catholic took away the perimeter game effectively, forcing the Titans to pass the ball into the low post for Ben Kuiper tp collect 17 points and eight rebounds while also posting three assists.

After the KC stayed closed at 47-45 after three quarters, the teams traded baskets, seemingly on every possession.

The Lancers (20-6) were within 56-55 in the final quarter, but the Titans played lockdown defense for a 12-4 run to the finish for their ticket to the Tacoma Dome.

James Jolly scored 20 points for Kennedy Catholic of Des Moines while Michael Sasanoff notched 11. A.J. McGrew nailed 11 points.

By Gerardo Bolong

KENT - And the trek continues.
Stanford-commit senior Brittany McPhee worked the court for 28 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, three steals and three blocked shots to lead the West Central/Southwest 4A girls basketball Bi-district champion Mount Rainier Rams (23-3) to a 76-46 blow-out of Northwest District fifth-seed Edmonds-Woodway (17-9) to drive on the path to the Elite Eight after a Hardwood Classic state regional win on the court of Kent-Meridian High School on Sat., March 1.

"It was a complete effort, tonight," said Ram head coach Bob Bolam.
Following a scrappy first quarter, the Rams held a 24-15 lead and just kept pulling away despite some uncharacteristic miscues.

By the 2:53 mark of the fourth quarter, the lead had ballooned to 37 points at 74-37 as Mount Rainier showed its preparedness to engage in battle with the other top teams that survived winner-to-Tacoma, loser-out games.

"We made it," said Brittany McPhee. "Now we are fine and just have to focus and play efficiently."

One of the more colorful events (especially if you favor the color green) in West Seattle every year is the arrival of St. Patrick's Day. The Celtic Swell Irish Pub on Alki at 2722 Alki Ave. S.W. will celebrate 10 years of operation on Monday Mar. 17 but the weekend prior is an all Irish celebration plus their "Pets and Their People" costume contest.

Here's the Celtic Swell's press release:
Labs dressed-up like leprechauns! Shar peis with sheleighleighs! Bulldogs boasting bagpipes! There’s no telling what you’ll see when Alki’s Celtic Swell Irish Pub celebrates 10 years in West Seattle with its annual St. Patrick’s Day “Pets & Their People” Costume Contest featuring a photo booth and prizes - all to benefit the Seattle Humane Society. The family and pet-friendly event is a must-do for everyone seeking festive and memorable St. Paddy’s Day fun.

By Tim Clinton
SPORTS EDITOR

One long road trip paid off in an even longer one for the Shorewood Christian boys basketball team.
The Lions of West Seattle journeyed to WF West High School in Chehalis for state Class 1B regional action Saturday and cut down Oakville by a 66-46 score.

The win earned Shorewood Christian a berth into this week's Elite Eight state tournament in Spokane.

The Lions open with a 2 p.m. Thursday game against Three Rivers Christian.

The state tournament on the other side of the state runs through this coming Saturday.

A brand new 30 seat restaurant will open in the Greenbridge housing development at 9901 8th Ave. S.W. in early April. Construction is currently underway.

Serving pizza, pulled pork sandwiches, soups and more the Greenbridge Cafe is in the final stages of the build out across the street from the well known Dubsea Coffee shop.

It will be owned and run by Blanca Sanchez according to King County who owns the building. Sanchez has an existing restaurant in Federal Way

By Eric Mathison

The five finalists for Burien City Manager met their potential constituents Friday night, Feb. 28 during a public reception at the Burien Community Center.

The five were to be interviewed by City Council members on Saturday, March 1. They will also face interviews with Burien’s leadership team and a panel of city advisory board members.

Burien lawmakers were scheduled to make their selection at another executive session before their regular meeting on Monday, March 3. The council’s public vote is not expected until March 17 after a contract agreement is reached. A special meeting possibly could be called earlier for a public vote.