Commentary: Time for Chambers Bay to sever one-sided “partnership” with USGA
The U.S. Open now has venue sites solidified through 2043 and U.S. Women's Open sites through 2036. The lack of love from the USGA after the renovation of greens at Chambers Bay is disappointing to say the least.
Commentary: Caitlin Clark Olympics snub is short-sighted
She might not be the best basketball player in the world, but there's no reason Clark should be left off this year's Olympic team, given what she's done for the sport, and the history of former top draft picks who have made the Olympic roster their rookie seasons.
Commentary: A 41st, and final, Pac-12 title is major for UW Men's Rowing Team
The Huskies will attempt to win a 20th national title in school history in two weeks at the IRA National Championships after winning an unprecedented 41st conference title on Sunday.
Commentary: It’s time to believe it, the return of the Sonics is closer than ever
The latest rumblings likely pack a lot of punch. Guys, this is NOT a drill.
Commentary: Recent quality stretch is tangible proof that M’s advertised blueprint for success can work
We’ve now seen that this is a team that should win games if they’re able to score four or more runs with quality pitching starts. That’s the blueprint – one the Mariners expected and promoted this offseason.
Commentary: Lack of accountability in Tybo Rogers case is disturbing, disappointing
Tybo Rogers was allowed to play in the Huskies national semifinal and championship game, a month after rape allegations were reported to the Title IX office. He has since been arrested on two charges of rape from alleged incidents in October and November.
Commentary: The unique WNBA timeline has them sitting on a gold mine of opportunity
With the draft next week and the WNBA season starting next month, the league has to capitalize on the buzz surrounding their newest superstar players coming out of the NCAA Tournament.
Commentary: Mariners salvaged their offseason - but excuses are no longer valid for season ahead
Despite a lower-than-expected budget, the roster remains competitive. But patience and excuses are no longer valid - a postseason berth and title contention are the only things that count.
Commentary: When it comes to Pac-12 basketball this season, how bout them Cougs?
The Cougs have won seven straight games and are just a half-game out of first place in the Pac-12. The spotlight deserves to be on the folks in Pullman.
Commentary: Time to sell the M’s to a local group more financially committed than the current one
If you’re going to unexpectedly dump salary, the least you can do is get rid of the significant price increases you made devoted season ticket holders shoulder this offseason.
Commentary: Not pursuing Shohei Ohtani perpetuates the “Same Ol Mariners" stigma
If the Mariners aren't even in the mix for a top talent like this, it sends the same old message to fans – that profits trump everything else.
Commentary: Titles on line for Seattle's other "football" teams, Sounders FC and OL Reign
This year's postseason runs are also about an appreciation for a couple legendary local athletes, Megan Rapinoe and Stefan Frei
Commentary: The most deafening noise at Husky Stadium? One split second of relative silence
It was a moment, in many ways, frozen in time, before the Huskies road to greatness marched on.
Commentary: Mariners ownership must listen to its own players and fanbase, and open checkbook to win
It’s far past time for ownership to issue a blank check, at the very least to show its commitment to winning. A significant financial commitment isn’t necessarily a guarantee for success, but it certainly doesn’t hurt.
Commentary: Next seven games will determine success or failure of 2023 Mariners
The time is now, Mariners. Validate your plan. Justify your worthiness of a fanbase that sticks with you through good times and bad.
Commentary: Weekend belonged to the Cougs, who needed big win after abandonment by Pac-12 bretheren
Washington State got the short end of the stick, abandoned by most of their longtime conference brethren because of the almighty dollar. But for one night in September, the school got its chance to shine.
Commentary: To do very little at the trade deadline would be as Mariner as it gets
I get the impression that the majority of fans will be left once again shrugging their shoulders.
Commentary: 15 years after Sonics left, there’s more hope than ever – and a lot of revisionist history
What always sticks with me is how unnecessary the last 15 years have been, the hurt felt among devoted fans, and the way the Sonics departure has been incorrectly attributed to fan apathy by so many who really have no idea how it all went down.
Commentary: There’s time left, but the M’s numbers point to anything but a magical finish this year
The M's are 10-20 against winning teams this season. The problem is 65 of their final 103 games are against teams with winning records.
Commentary: Don't underestimate value of persistence, tenacity with Husky softball in College World Series
The Huskies might not be the favorite to win WCWS, but there's no way to estimate the momentum and chemistry gained from overcoming the odds the way they've already done.