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Gus Williams, who led Sonics to NBA championship, dies at 71

“The Wizard” was known for his combo of speed, athleticism and scoring ability.

 

Former player Bob Uecker, left, talks with MLB chief baseball officer Joe Torre prior to the National League Wild Card game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., on October 1, 2019. (Rob Carr / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Bob Uecker, announcer,comic bard of baseball, dies at 90

Bob Uecker, who transformed his futility as a baseball player into a…

  • Jan 16, 2025
  • Matt Schudel, The Washington Post
  • Baseball

 

The Meadowdale bench and coaches react to a three point shot during the game on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Prep roundup for Wednesday, Jan. 15

Meadowdale overcomes Shorecrest’s Cassandra Chestnut’s 37-point game in OT.

 

Snohomish’s Sienna Capelli reacts to a foul call during the game against Monroe on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Snohomish’s Sienna Capelli reacts to a foul call during the game against Monroe on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Zach Vincej will manage the Everett AquaSox in 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Everett AquaSox)

AquaSox announce new coaching staff

Zach Vincej, 2024 Minor League Manager of the Year with Modesto, takes over as skipper.

Zach Vincej will manage the Everett AquaSox in 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Everett AquaSox)
Seattle Kraken players change lines as assistant coach Jessica Campbell looks on during the first period against the New Jersey Devils, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Newark, N.J. (Andrew Mills / Tribune News Services)

Kraken mounts late rally to beat Penguins

Seattle scores 3 goals in third period for another comeback.

  • Jan 15, 2025
  • By Kate Shefte The Seattle Times
  • Kraken
Seattle Kraken players change lines as assistant coach Jessica Campbell looks on during the first period against the New Jersey Devils, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Newark, N.J. (Andrew Mills / Tribune News Services)
Outfielder Ichiro Suzuki of the Seattle Mariners prepares to bat against the Kansas City Royals during the game at Kauffman Stadium on Aug.17, 2004, in Kansas City, Missouri.  (Dave Kaup / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Will Ichiro be a baseball Hall of Fame’s unanimous selection?

The former Seattle star would be only second player to enter with 100 percent of votes.

  • Jan 15, 2025
  • C. Trent Rosecrans, The Athletic
  • Mariners
Outfielder Ichiro Suzuki of the Seattle Mariners prepares to bat against the Kansas City Royals during the game at Kauffman Stadium on Aug.17, 2004, in Kansas City, Missouri.  (Dave Kaup / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Seahawks set to interview 28-year-old OC candidate

Grant Ubinski became the fourth known candidate to run Seattle’s offense.

  • Jan 15, 2025
  • Gregg Bell, The News Tribune
  • Seahawks

Prep wrestling roundup for Tuesday, Jan. 14

Marysville Pilchuck takes down Monroe wrestlers

Lake Stevens junior Laura Eichert, The Herald’s 2024 Volleyball Player of the Year, has been named Washington Gatorade Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lake Stevens junior Laura Eichert, The Herald’s 2024 Volleyball Player of the Year, has been named Washington Gatorade Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The Jackson bench reacts to a teammate making a three point shot during the game against Squalicum on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The Jackson bench reacts to a teammate making a three point shot during the game against Squalicum on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Gonzaga moves up two spots to No. 16 in AP poll

Gonzaga continues to gain ground in the weekly Associated Press Top 25 with its unbeaten start to West Coast Conference play. Two days after an… Continue reading

Edmonds-Woodway and Shorewood boys basketball prepare for tip-off during a league game on Jan. 14, 2025 at Edmonds-Woodway High School. (Qasim Ali / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway and Shorewood boys basketball prepare for tip-off during a league game on Jan. 14, 2025 at Edmonds-Woodway High School. (Qasim Ali / The Herald)

Former WSU WR Jamire Calvin loses aunt, home in LA fires

Jamire Calvin’s heart dropped when he got the phone call. It was last Wednesday morning and Calvin found himself in the Pasadena Courtyard… Continue reading

Silvertips’ Carter Bear (11) reacts to a goal during a game between the Everett Silvertips and Tri-City Americans at the Angel of the Winds Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Tips Week in Review: Everett extends point streak to nine games

The Silvertips gained ground atop the WHL standings with wins against Spokane, Tri-City.

Silvertips’ Carter Bear (11) reacts to a goal during a game between the Everett Silvertips and Tri-City Americans at the Angel of the Winds Arena on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Vote for The Herald’s Prep Athlete of the Week for Jan. 5-11

The Athlete of the Week nominees for Jan. 5-11. Voting closes at midnight Sunday. The winner will be announced with the next poll and in… Continue reading

Coe: It’s time for Seattle to move on from Geno Smith

The Seahawks should part ways with their quarterback and his $44.5 million cap hit.

Stanwood's Jazmyn Legg and Snohomish’s Sienna Capelli scramble for a loose ball during the game on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Prep roundup for Monday, Jan. 13

Jazmyn Legg’s school-record nine 3s power Stanwood girls to bounce-back win.

Stanwood's Jazmyn Legg and Snohomish’s Sienna Capelli scramble for a loose ball during the game on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Jackson’s Joey Gosline reacts to the score during the game against Squalicum on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Weekend boys basketball prep roundup for Jan. 10-11

Late 3-pointer propels Jackson boys past Lake Stevens.

Jackson’s Joey Gosline reacts to the score during the game against Squalicum on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)