Ichiro takes the podium during his number retirement ceremony. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Ichiro’s 51 retired in Seattle

One of the most iconic players in Seattle pro sports is now etched into Mariners history.

North Bend resident Amari Mason. COURTESY PHOTO

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North Bend athlete finishes strong at national track and field championship

North Bend resident Amari Mason recently competed in the 2025 USATF National Junior Olympic Track and Field Championships…

Erica Wheeler drives to the basket against the Minnesota Lynx. Photo courtesy of Seattle Storm.

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Seattle Storm fall short against Minnesota

Nneka Ogwumike’s late heroics aren’t enough as Storm drop third straight game.

Sam Darnold exits to the practice field at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten.

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Seahawks training camp: Year two of the Mike Macdonald era

Nick Emmanwari wows with athleticism as the new look Seahawks prepare for 2025 regular season.

Subaru WRX drives Track One at DirtFish. Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

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Trying new things: A rally racing adventure at DirtFish

How friendship led to the passenger seat of a rally car.

Kade Anderson and his brother Carter during Mariners batting practice. Photo by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Kade Anderson introduced to Seattle: ‘They picked a winner’

The Mariners’ number three pick in the draft talked with the media and took a tour of Seattle.

Logan Gilbert pitching in the win against Milwaukee. Courtesy photo via Seattle Mariners.

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Mariners cool the red-hot Brew Crew in 1-0 win

Cal Raleigh’s solo-home run was enough as Logan Gilbert strikes out 10 vs. Milwaukee.

River Plate fans in the stands at Lumen Field. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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FIFA Club World Cup reaction: Best of soccer culture on display

River Plate and Urawa Red Diamonds might be far from home, but the teams brought passion on and…

David Warner holds up his jersey for the Seattle Orcas. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Seattle Orcas cricket team hosts fan fest at Marymoor Park

Orcas players, coaches and owners joined fans to celebrate the start of the third year of MLC.

Kentlake junior Kaylee Guiles finds a hole in against Kent-Meridian. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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WIAA sanctions girls flag football for high schools

Updates from assembly include transfer portal and rules for transgender athletes.

Sumo Dog’s The Godzilla was the favorite of the day at the Menu Preview Day. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

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Hall of Fame-worthy ballpark eats at T-Mobile Park in 2025

The Mariners Menu Preview Day brought local cuisine and legendary baseball dedications to the 2025 season, with opening…

Mount Si’s boys soccer team, shown at practice March 14, won the Class 4A state title in 2024. Photos by Henry Rodenburg

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2025 Spring Sports Preview: Varsity schedules

Mount Si High School

Mount Si High School girls flag football team won the KingCo Championship by defeating Skyline, 2-0, on Feb. 1. Next up for them is the district tournament on Feb. 8 at Redmond High School. Teams from 4ASPSL, NPSL,PSL/2ASPSL/Olympic will play a 12-team, single elimination event, with the top four teams advancing to the state championship. “We are incredibly proud of our girls’ flag football team for winning the KingCo Championship!" said coach Brian Wall in an email to the Valley Record. "Their dedication, teamwork, and perseverance throughout the season have been inspiring. This historic win not only highlights their talent, but also the growing opportunities for female athletes in our district. Congratulations to the players, coaches and everyone who supported them along the way.” Courtesy photos

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Wildcats win flag football KingCo championship

Mount Si High School girls flag football team won the KingCo Championship by defeating Skyline, 2-0, on Feb.…