The 2026 Burien Brat Trot is a community fun run happening Saturday, October 3, in downtown Burien, featuring a 5K race, kids 1K, and a block party from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The untimed event, which benefits the Highline Schools Foundation, welcomes teams in costumes and offers prizes, food, kids’ activities, and more. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., with pre-registration ending October 2 at 3 p.m.
Highline High School’s varsity football team opened their 2026 season with a 25–15 loss to Mount Rainier on Friday, Sept. 4 at Highline Memorial Stadium. The Pirates fell short in their home opener against the Rams, setting the tone for what lies ahead this fall.
Kennedy Catholic High School’s Lancers fell to Bellevue High 14-10 in their 2026 football season opener on Saturday, Sept. 5 at Highline Memorial Stadium in Burien. The game was played right here in our community, making it a local sports moment worth watching as both teams begin their seasons.
Highline High School’s Pirates varsity football team kicks off its 2026 season this weekend with a young roster, some returning players, and a focus on building culture and confidence both on and off the field, according to Coach Johntype Jackson. The team is emphasizing improvement across the board as they head into the new campaign.
The DubSea Fish Sticks, a White Center-based summer collegiate baseball club, are hiring a Head Coach. The role involves recruiting, player development, game management, and community engagement. Interested candidates should check B-Town Blog or the team’s official channels for full details and application instructions.
Democratic leaders launched the “No Hate in WA State” campaign in June to oppose two conservative-backed ballot initiatives (IL26-001 and IL26-638) targeting transgender rights that will appear on Washington’s November ballot. The initiatives would require schools to disclose student medical information to parents and mandate invasive sex verification exams for girls in school sports. U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, and local advocates spoke at the Seattle rally opposing the measures, which are backed by $5.5 million in funding from Let’s Go Washington PAC.
As fall sports season kicks off, the Auburn Reporter highlights key storylines across South King County high schools for the 2026 season. While the piece doesn’t specify which teams or athletes to watch, it points to emerging narratives worth following throughout the region—including schools that serve Burien residents attending high schools across South King County.
Kennedy Catholic High School’s Lancers football team kicks off their 2026 season this Saturday against Bellevue, according to Coach Pat Jones. The team features a deep group of running backs heading into the matchup. While Kennedy Catholic is located in nearby Burien, this regional high school sports coverage offers season preview interest for local football fans.
Tumwater High School senior Frances Staudt, who sat out a basketball game in February 2024 rather than compete against a transgender player, is speaking out in support of Initiative 638, which would require biological sex verification for girls’ school sports. Staudt says the experience affected her team and locker room, and she’s pushing back against claims the measure could require invasive exams. Though Tumwater is outside Burien, this statewide ballot initiative and high school sports debate may resonate with South King County families.
Mary Singer became the first open water swimmer to complete a 32-mile swim around Vashon Island, a neighboring island community in Puget Sound. While this is an impressive regional athletic achievement, it involves a specific individual’s accomplishment on another island rather than an event directly affecting or happening in Burien.
Seattle’s Department of Transportation offers transit tips for getting to games at Seattle’s Stadium District without dealing with traffic and parking hassles. The blog recommends using Sound Transit’s Sounder Train for fans traveling from as far north as Everett and as far south as Lakewood, and suggests arriving early to explore nearby neighborhoods like Chinatown International District or Pioneer Square.
The Snohomish County Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Induction Class, the 16th class, featuring five athletes, one coach, one sports contributor, and one team. Inductees include volleyball player Megan Amundson, baseball player Mitch Canham, football player Erik Norgard, track and field athlete Mary Parker Etter, basketball player Sidney Rielly, football coach Mike Price, rowing contributor Bob Cummins, and the Archbishop Murphy High School boys soccer team (2015-2017). The induction banquet takes place September 23, 2026, at Angel Of The Winds Arena.
Everett City Council approved an additional $10.6 million Wednesday to advance plans for a new $120 million outdoor stadium for the AquaSox minor league baseball team and a United Soccer League expansion team. The funding will support design and property acquisition for the Everett Outdoor Event Center, set to open in Fall/Winter 2027. While this is regional sports news, it doesn’t directly affect Burien residents or local services.
The Kent Reporter’s preseason football predictions for the 2026 North Puget Sound League have Kennedy and Federal Way favored as top contenders. While this regional forecast covers league competition in the greater King County area, it focuses on teams outside Burien and doesn’t directly affect local residents or involve Burien-area schools.
Urban X: Seattle’s Great Scavenger Hunt returns Sunday, September 13, 2026, with teams competing through downtown Seattle landmarks from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Hosted by the Seattle Sports Commission and presented by Amazon, this sports-themed adventure offers a $1,000 grand prize for the winning team. While this is a regional Seattle event, Burien residents interested in day trips or team competitions may find it worth the short drive north.