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Monday Dots: Pat Chun’s Move to Seattle
UW Athletics underwent so many changes this winter that it’s easy for some of them to get less attention than they deserve. Due to the new Football and Men’s Basketball coaches, and the rapid turnover of his successor, I think Pat Chun’s addition as UW AD was one such change. Dawgman has an in-depth interview with Chun about what brought him from WSU to UW and what some of the biggest challenges will be for him in his new role in Seattle.
Top Fuel's Shawn Reed thrilled to be at home, and under the lights, in Seattle
Shawn Reed’s first time at a dragstrip came at Pacific Raceways, when he experienced the magic of drag racing growing up. Now behind the wheel of an 11,000-horsepower Top Fuel dragster, Reed will get to be part of another Pacific Raceways first this weekend in Seattle at the 35th annual NHRA Northwest Nationals.
Surf X Surfwest: Riding the Northwest's surf rock wave
The Pacific Northwest is home to a small, but fervent surf rock scene with bands often accenting instrumental music with pop culture themes. It's a vibe that culminates at an annual surf music festival in Shoreline. Surf X Surfwest 2024 is July 19-20 at Darrell's Tavern. Nothing appeared out of...
Seattle City Council to vote on steeper fines for street racing
SEATTLE - Seattle City Council is set to vote on a new heftier fine for street racers. A new law just went into effet in Washington earlier this month, targeting anyone who plays a part in street racing and street tag over events. Anyone who is caught helping out or cheering it on, could be just as guilty as the person behind the wheel.
Why was it known as Sick’s Stadium?: Unveiling the Historical Evolution Of Baseball Stadiums
Before the days of T-Mobile Park (formerly Safeco Field), pro baseball in Seattle had a far different look. Dugdale Field, Seattle's First Pro Baseball Stadium. Originally, minor-professional baseball was played at Dugdale Field. Dugdale was built in 1913 in the Rainier Valley and was the home of the Seattle Indians and Seattle Giants. The park's capacity of 15,00 was named for Danue Dudgale, a Baseball Pioneer who founded several teams. However, the park eventually burned down in 1932 due to suspected arson.
West Seattle Junior softball fourth at state
West Seattle finished fourth in this past week's Juniors age 13 state Little League girls fastpitch softball tournament. The Westsiders posted a 1-2 record in the action hosted by District 7 at the Steven J. Underwood fields in Des Moines. West Seattle opened last Monday with a 12-1 loss to...
Washington football will face white-out conditions at Penn State
By Dan Raley, Inside The Huskies: The University of Washington football team might as well scale Mount Rainier on an inclement day to prepare for its Nov. 9 game at Penn State, which its Big Ten hosts have determined will carry a “White Out” theme. If nothing else,...
4-star RB Michael Turner is moving closer to a decision
Michael Turner is one of the best in Texas and the four-star running back named his top schools over the weekend and he is close to committing to one of those. The post 4-star RB Michael Turner is moving closer to a decision appeared first on On3.
Five Iron Golf Continues National Expansion with Second Seattle Location
Five Iron Golf, the indoor golf and entertainment venue, announced plans to open a new venue in Kirkland, WA, this September. Situated in the Kirkland Urban area, a mixed-use development extending downtown Kirkland, the 4,500-square-foot space will house Five Iron Golf’s simulators in a sports bar atmosphere. The Kirkland...
Thousands of bicyclists embark on annual Seattle to Portland fundraiser ride
SEATTLE — At sunrise on Saturday, about 5,000 bicyclists pedaled off from the University of Washington for the 45th annual Seattle to Portland ride. The Kaiser Permanente Seattle to Portland presented by Alaska Airlines, better known as STP for short, is an annual 206-mile bike ride. Some bike the...
Men Lead NCAA In USTFCCCA Academic Honors
SEATTLE – Thirty-six Huskies were honored for their academic and athletic prowess today by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association, with the UW men's team leading all NCAA squads with 21 individual All-Academic accolades. The USTFCCCA also awarded All-Academic Team status to both the Husky...
The next Lookout Landing Mariners watch party at Growler Guys - July 27, 2024
Hello! We had a great time back in June at Growler Guys watching the Mariners thump the Marlins, so we’re doing it again! This time they’re on the road versus another bad team, the Chicago White Sox! Sadly, beating bad teams has not been the team’s strength lately but maybe they just need LLers to be gathered and watching dutifully in the DUGOUT at Growler Guys. Yeah, that’s probably it!
USL League Two Unveils Playoff Bracket and Schedule
TAMPA, Fla. - After an intense two months, culminating in a dramatic final weekend, the 2024 USL League Two playoff field has been finalized. Nearly a third of the field was finalized over the weekend, with nine clubs earning their first-ever League Two playoff berths. The Playoffs will begin on...
Mariners 2024 Draft Picks Signing Tracker: Signing Bonus, signing deadline
While the next few weeks will be dominated by trade rumors, the Seattle Mariners have a lot of work to do when it comes to the MLB draft. The Mariners have been a draft and develop team and this time of year is paramount for a Seattle team that places a heavy emphasis on the draft.
Last skate clips before gentrification: Connor Ferguson's "4th St." part filmed in Bremerton, Washington
Who tha illa? Connor Ferguson, that's who. Check this part filmed on a historic stretch of 4th Street in Bremerton, Washington that's scheduled for a gentrifying demolition soon. Get there while you can! From the constantly epic Fireside blog: "It was the later side of the mid-90s when the first ...
Emerald Downs: An Upset on Irish Day as Tougherthantherest was just that with Silvio Amador; Luis Reyes Triples
(Auburn, WA) 8 races on the card under a hot sun and clear skies on Saturday and the feature race was the $50,000 Irish Day Stakes that saw the field reduced to just 4 with a late scratch from Sir Argento. The 8 races had 52 starters for an average of 6.5 per race and a final handle of $958,150 for an average per race handle of $119,769.
Emerald Downs: Arctic Breeze stuns in the Kent Stakes; Wright sweeps the Stakes; Krigger triples; Pick 5 pays 25K & Corgi’s!
(Auburn, WA) It was Corgi day at Emerald Dowms and the dogs, owners and fans showed up with another huge crowd on hand. The $50,000 Kent Stakes was also contested with a field of 11 going 6 1/2 furlongs. The track was fast and 56 starters for an average of 7 starters per race. Nearly 10,000 people were on hand to cheer on both the horses and Corgi’s. They were also in a betting mood wagering the 2nd highest handle of the season of $1,555,586 just shy of the $1,565,104 on June 16. This was an average of $194,448 per race and led to some season high pay-outs.
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