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BI’s dominance of offbeat sports continues

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009

Not too long ago, an islander emerged as the fastest samurai sword-swinger in all the land.

More recently, an islander became the nation’s top-ranked cyclocross rider.

Bainbridge Island’s dominance over offbeat sports continues. Place your bets now on whether an islander will soon reign over jai alai, korfball, curling, hurling or sweep the Eskimo Olympics.

For now, bask in cyclocross champion Zach McDonald’s glory. See photos and read about his offroad exploits in John Becerra’s story.


Bainbridge Olympian charges through rough waters

Friday, August 8th, 2008

Despite breaking a hand three times and a host of other challenges, islander Emily Silver is in Beijing, suiting up for the 2008 Olympics. Read Sun sports reporter Chuck Stark’s profile of Silver here.

Also stay tuned to the Sun for plenty of photos from Beijing by Sun photographer Larry Steagall.


Ballot ban on artificial turf dries up

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

Looks like voters won’t be deciding on whether or not to ban artificial turf fields on Bainbridge Island. The ballot measure ran afoul of city rules.

As a concession, the city may allow voters an “advisory ballot,” which essentially allows residents to cast a toothless vote that policymakers can take or leave.

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