Asians to make a splash on TV — sadly, not all in a good way
This month, it’s all about the television stars (or wannabe stars)! “K-Town” was cast and the pilot has been shot, but it hasn’t been picked up.The post Asians to make a splash on TV — sadly, not all...
View ArticleDo famous Asians exemplify (or defy) their rabbit traits?
February 3 marked the Lunar New Year of the metal rabbit. Rabbits are best known for their calm and gentle demeanors, like those of wise businessmen/women.The post Do famous Asians exemplify (or defy)...
View ArticleHan joins influx of South Korean talent at Masters
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — When Y.E. Yang won Asia’s first major title at last summer’s PGA Championship, Han Chang-won couldn’t even celebrate. He was too busy finishing a tournament of his own.
View ArticleThe 2010 celebrity wall of fame/shame
Unlike last year, 2010 was a pretty successful year for Asian celebrities, particularly in music and television.
View ArticleChinese 14-year-old headed to Masters
By Doug Ferguson AP Golf Writer Guan Tianlang is an eighth-grader from China who barely weighs 125 pounds and doesn’t hit the golf ball far enough to reach some par 4s. The next stop for the...
View ArticleBogey Bear Jr. hits a hole in one — 2013 Visionary Award Recipient
This October, the Northwest Asian Weekly presents the Visionary Awards Gala, an event honoring visionaries in the APA community. By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly Inbee Park, Michelle Wie, and Tiger...
View ArticleCOMMENTARY: No Justice For Jeff Chen
By Doug Chin Special to the Northwest Asian Weekly The decision by federal Judge Thomas Zilly to overturn the unanimous verdict of an eight-person jury that the City of Medina and City Manager Donna...
View ArticleThe Layup Drill — Disney movie tells true story of Indian baseball players...
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill. This month, we take a look at baseball, the disappearance of Anthony Kim, and the return of Doug Baldwin. Million...
View ArticleLydia Ko takes No. 1 spot at 17 — Na Yeon Choi wins opener
By Steve Elling Associated Press OCALA, Florida (AP) — With a notable double prize not only within reach, but <!–more–>practically in her grip, New Zealand teenager Lydia Ko had to settle for...
View ArticleWu wins Volvo China Open for 1st European Tour title
By Justin Bergman Associated Press SHANGHAI (AP) — With two Chinese golfers tied for the lead going into the final round of the Volvo China Open, there was a good chance one of them would break new...
View ArticleRickie Yutaka Fowler tees off for success in 2015
By Lisa Marien Northwest Asian Weekly There is less than a month until the 2015 U.S. Open Championship, the first U.S. Open in the Pacific Northwest that will be held in Chambers Bay, WA. The event...
View ArticleHappy Father’s Day! Major golf comes to Seattle — U.S. Open starts June 18 at...
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly The U.S. Open Golf Tournament comes to University Place, Washington June 18 through the 21st. It is a much-anticipated event that the region has been waiting on for...
View ArticleDespite criticism, US Open at Chambers delivers — Matsuyama, Pan Impress...
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly It went down to the final hole at the U.S. Open at Chambers Bay as Jordan Spieth won his first U.S. Open title after Dustin Johnson was not able to sink his last...
View ArticleThe Layup Drill — Tiger Woods’ tough road back
Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill. In this edition, we talk about Tiger Woods’ return, a racially-motivated attack, and Pacquiao winning a title.
View ArticleThe Layup Drill — A new year and the tale of two golfers
Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill. It’s a brand new year and in this column, we take a look at two golfers.
View ArticleEDITORIAL: Fall from grace
It was the photo that nearly broke the internet on Monday, May 29. And disappointed his fan base yet again. Tiger Woods, once a legendary golfer and clean-cut role model — looked sad, glassy eyed,...
View ArticleThe Layup Drill: Mariners court Japanese baseball star while another returns,...
By Jason Cruz Northwest Asian Weekly The Seattle Mariners are once again looking to sign a Japanese baseball star. Shohei Ohtani is a baseball phenom and at the age of 23, is looking to make his mark...
View ArticleTiger Woods caps off amazing comeback with a win
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Tiger Woods, in his Sunday red shirt, both arms raised in victory on the 18th green. For so many years, the scene was familiar. This time, it was surreal....
View ArticleThe Layup Drill
By Jason Cruz NORTHWEST ASIAN WEEKLY Welcome to another edition of The Layup Drill. This month, we look at the hellos and goodbyes in sports. Hello – Osaka wins U.S. Open Naomi Osaka defeated Serena...
View ArticleEDITORIAL: Tiger Woods proves second chances possible with resilience and...
This week on April 24, Tiger Woods, 43, made history. He won another Masters Tournament — the 15th major one of his entire career — but notably, his first major win in more than a decade. It was a...
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