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Join Us for the 2026 Tribute to ChampionsThe 2026 Tribute to Champions is a special evening celebrating the athletes, coaches, officials, families, administrators, and community leaders who have helped shape sports in Tacoma and Pierce County. This year’s event will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the McGavick Conference Center in Lakewood. The evening will be hosted by King 5 Sports’ Chris Egan and will include a non-alcoholic dessert social, sports memorabilia, wine and golf packages, specialty baskets, a live auction, and award presentations. The event begins at 5:00 PM with the dessert social and auction activities. A live auction featuring three marquee items will take place from 6:00 to 6:15 PM, followed by award presentations from 6:30 to 8:15 PM. The first 250 guests will also receive a free copy of Playgrounds to the Pros, with free autographs available from several local sports figures. This year’s celebration will honor the 2026 Tacoma-Pierce County Sports Hall of Fame inductees, Distinguished Achievement Award recipients, Excellence in Officiating honorees, the First Family of Sports Award recipients, coaching and lifetime achievement award winners, and the Dick Hannula Amateur Athlete of the Year recipients. Click here to see a full list of all of the honorees Tickets are still available, and guests are encouraged to purchase them as soon as possible. Adult tickets are $38, and children’s tickets for ages 12 and under are $15. Tickets can be purchased online. For those who prefer not to buy tickets online, contact Colleen Barta at colleenhallbarta@gmail.com or 253-208-9702. Come be part of an evening that honors local sports history, celebrates outstanding achievement, and supports the Tacoma-Pierce County sports community. We hope to see you there! Click to download a full copy of the event flyer
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Support Local Sports History at the Tribute to Champions Silent Auction Sports fans, collectors, and community supporters will have a special opportunity to take home unique auction items while supporting a great local cause at the 2026 Tribute to Champions Banquet and Hall of Fame Inductions. The event will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the McGavick Conference Center. As part of the evening, guests are invited to participate in a Silent Auction (click here to see silent auction items) featuring a wide variety of items, from sports memorabilia and local experiences to travel, golf, wine tasting, and handcrafted team quilts. The Silent Auction opens at 5:00 PM and closes at 6:15 PM, so guests are encouraged to arrive early, browse the items, and be ready to bid. All proceeds from the auction will benefit the Tacoma-Pierce County Sports Museum, helping preserve and celebrate the rich sports history of our community. Featured auction items include a VIP “Day at the Races” package at Emerald Downs, a wine tasting experience at Mosquito Fleet Winery, a “Play Ball” package with the Seattle Mariners, golf packages from area courses, autographed Seattle Seahawks items, a Pete Rose autographed bat, a Phoenix condo stay during Spring Training season, and custom-designed Mariners and Seahawks quilts. This is a great chance to find something special, honor local sports history, and support the museum’s ongoing work. Whether you are a lifelong fan, a collector, a golfer, a wine enthusiast, or simply someone who loves supporting community traditions, there will be something worth bidding on. Unable to attend the auction in person? Absentee bids are welcome. To place an absentee bid, contact Colleen Barta at colleenhallbarta@gmail.com or 253-208-9702. Join us, place your bids, and help support the Tacoma-Pierce County Sports Museum!
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Congratulations to Jacob Schuh, Football, and Jayda Thomas, Golf, on being selected as the 2026 Pacific Lutheran University TAC Athletes of the Year! Jacob and Jayda will join us at the May TAC meeting on May 14, where we will recognize their outstanding athletic achievements and celebrate the dedication, leadership, and hard work that earned them this honor. Please join us in congratulating these two exceptional PLU student-athletes. We look forward to celebrating them in person at the May meeting! Click here to register to attend the meeting. 
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Tacoma-area baseball and softball families have a great opportunity this summer as NxtGen Baseball and Softball Camps return to Cheney Stadium. Hosted by former Mariner and current Mariners broadcaster Ryan Rowland-Smith, these camps give young athletes the chance to build their skills, learn from experienced players, and spend time in a positive, encouraging environment. Camps are open to athletes ages 6–13, and all skill levels are welcome. Each day includes motivational talks, on-field drills, skill development, and character-building lessons designed to inspire players both on and off the field. Sibling discounts are available, and Tacoma families can also use promo code weRtacoma at sign-up for a $20 discount. Special NxtGen camp opportunities will also include Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller and future Mariners shortstop Colt Emerson, giving young athletes the chance to learn from players they watch and admire. Space is limited, so families are encouraged to sign up early and share this opportunity with teammates, coaches, and other local families. Learn more and register here:
https://www.nxtgenbaseball.com/so/3fPsNjVR7?languageTag=en
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 Congratulations to TAC Member Paul Stabbert!!! The Tacoma-Pierce Athletic Commission is proud to congratulate TAC member and past president Paul Stabbert on being recognized as the 2026 Most Inspirational Announcer during the 3A/4A State Basketball Tournament at the Tacoma Dome. Paul has long been a valued part of the TAC community, including serving as TAC President during the 2023–2024 year. His continued involvement in local athletics reflects the heart of TAC’s mission: supporting student-athletes, celebrating sportsmanship, and recognizing the people who help make school sports meaningful. Congratulations, Paul, on this well-deserved honor. TAC is proud to celebrate you and your continued contributions to high school athletics in Washington.
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| Congratulations Kayla Williams of Spanaway Lake High School
Senior Kayla Williams delivered a record-breaking performance at the Oregon Relays, setting a new meet record in the triple jump with a mark of 41’5″, which also stands as a new school record. |
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| Congratulations Jack Luxenberg from Stadium High School. Senior Jack Luxenberg delivered a standout week from the defensive midfield position, scoring five goals across two games to help lead Stadium to 4-2 and 4-1 victories over spring break. A two-year team captain, Luxenberg continues to lead by example on the field while also excelling in the classroom with a 3.9 cumulative GPA. |
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Thank you to the TAC and Rainier DMM for all the opportunities, support, and experiences you have given me throughout my time! It was such a joy working for both of these dedicated and hard-working organizations. Your purpose and drive to make changes in Tacoma-Pierce County were so inspiring and admirable. I've made tremendous strides both personally and professionally thanks to you guys! With that said, I will be moving on from my position here to Bargreen Ellingson as a Territory Sales Trainee! As much as I am excited ot start my new role, I will always miss the people that made these organizations so special. You guys will always hold a special place in my heart. If you would like to remain in contact, please don't hesitate to reach out to my cell or email below: Cell: (808) 223-3286 Email: makanamura@gmail.com Thank you for taking such good care of me, and I wish you all nothing but the best! Sincerely, Makana Murashige
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 Senior Caden Grant delivered a standout week for Silas, scoring four goals and adding an assist in a big win over a strong Gig Harbor side. He also contributed an assist and a dynamic all-around performance earlier in the week against Lincoln, playing a key role in his team’s success.
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 Senior Britta Nelson, a captain of the H2Whoa Dance Team, has played a key role in leading Gig Harbor to both a district and State title in Pom while also competing in Hip Hop and Dance. A four-year leader on the team, Nelson has helped guide sustained success through her leadership and commitment. She is also an active member of the Puget Sound School District Student Athlete Leadership Council, helping organize events that promote sportsmanship across the league. In the classroom, Nelson excels with a 3.92 GPA, further demonstrating her well-rounded excellence.
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Mark your calendars and purchase tickets for the 2026 Tribute to Champions on Tuesday, May 19th, at the McGavick Conference Center! Please use the link below to find more information and secure your spot!
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 Please save the date for our Annual Doug McArthur Golf Classic Tournament on July 21st, 2026, at Highland Hills Golf Course! Check-ins begin at 3:00 pm, and the shotgun start begins at 4:00 pm, followed by a reception at 6:00 pm.
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 What is the Youth Sports Fund? The Youth Sports Fund is a new program for the Tacoma Athletic Commission (TAC) that provides assistance to programs or individuals in need of support. With the leadership of the Executive Board and a Youth Sport Committee, we receive requests from all Pierce County Schools and individual students’ requests. We review all requests and make decisions on which ones we will support. The funds that support this program come from our annual golf, betting pools from the Apple Bowl, Super Bowl, March Madness, and individual donors. With recent gifts, we funded a young lady who desperately needed a pair of new basketball shoes because she would have probably hurt herself playing in the old pair. It was fun to watch this young person receive new shoes with a smile and be more confident playing in her new shoes. Another gift went to a 13-year-old girl who has always had an interest in golf, but with Youth Sports funds, we were able to purchase her golf lessons. This recipient currently lives with her grandparents, and they are overjoyed to see their granddaughter fulfilling her dream. This year, the TAC received a large gift from the Cheney Foundation, and the Executive Board agreed to use some of those funds in the Youth Sports Fund. So, we funded several Middle and Senior high schools with new uniforms. This isn’t the largest fund, but if you know of any youth in need of support, please contact Phil Carter. Click here to donate to the Youth Sports Fund!
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Clay Huntington Sports Communications Scholarship Stan Naccarato Sports and Civic Betterment Scholarship
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As a valued member of the Tacoma-Pierce Athletic Commission, you have access to exclusive discounts from local businesses that support our mission and community. Our discount partners are companies that have generously offered special pricing and perks to all TAC members. Our members receive a Membership Card, which may be presented at TAC’s growing list of business partners to receive special discounts. If you are interested or know anyone who would be interested in joining our discount partner program, please contact Makana Murashige (@mmurashige@rainierdmm.com) for further details. Thank you for continuing to support the TAC and its athletes! Click the link below to find out more information about discounts specific to each of our partners https://tacomaathletic.com/page/discount-partners
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If you have an old iPhone or iPod that you don't use, please feel free to donate it to the TAC! We are looking for an older generation device with the headphone jack at the bottom of it to play music during our social hour at Membership Meetings!
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