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Sounders Start Fast, Win Fifth MLS in a Row
October 15, 2010

Steve Zakuani and Osvaldo Alonso strike for goals in the first 25 minutes as Sounders FC extends its win streak to five straight and six in all competitions, 2-1 over Chivas USA at Qwest Field. In the 9th minute, Zakuani fights through a crowd of defenders, fakes Zach Thornton, the approaching keeper, and rolls the ball into the net from 10 yards. Alonso wins a ball in the 25th minute, and following an exchange between Fredy Montero and Zakuani, gets the return ball for his first goal in nearly 16 months. Seattle improves to 10-1-3 in its last 14 MLS matches and is undefeated (8-0-2) at home in 10 MLS and Open Cup matches since June 10.

Huskies Advance to NCAA Final 16
November 24, 2014

Spencer Richey saves a penalty in the shootout's ninth round and Beau Blanchard converts for No.12 Washington, which advances to the NCAA round of 16 over Furman, 0-0 (6-5), on Montlake. The Huskies finish with a 24-10 advantage in shot yet miss their first three penalty kick attempts. They pull even by the fifth round, and Richey Blanchard later move them forward.

Minaglia's 5-Spot Beat Portland's Best
March 7, 1949

Behind Emmett Minaglia’s five goals, Seattle defeats Portland all-stars, 5-3, at Civic Stadium. Seattle’s team is picked from Montag Vikings and Westerman Clothiers, the top teams in the state first division.

Tide Shocks Fresno to Win First Playoff
July 26, 2008

Avenging its elimination a year before, Tacoma Tide FC upset the Fresno Fuego before over 3,000 hostile fans, 3-0, in the PDL Western Conference playoffs. Daniel Scott’s header in the 19th minute was all the Tide needed for its first postseason victory. Spencer Shomaker’s 10th goal of the season came in the 77th minute and Chase Tangney closed out the scoring. Vancouver Whitecaps Residency would defeat Tacoma in the West final, 4-1, the following day.

Miner's Lifetime Ban Rescinded
February 2, 1949

Black Diamond given permission to use ‘firebrand forward’ Jackie Mills, who was suspended for life in 1939 (for continued rough play he since served hitch in Navy). Miners had vowed not to play until he was reinstated.

Peterson Hat Trick for 25th Win
August 16, 1980

The Sounders win an NASL-record 25th game at Chicago, 3-1, behind rookie Mark Peterson's hat trick. It gives Peterson seven goals in the last six games. Jack Brand battles rainy conditions and potent Sting attack (28 shots). Seattle also ties the league record for road wins (11) despite playing without Roger Davies, Tommy Hutchison and Ian Bridge.

The Seattle Reign’s Laura Harvey is congratulated by players and staff moments after becoming the first NWSL coach with 100regular season wins in 2024. (Seattle Reign/Jane Gershovich)
2024
Seattle Reign's Beverly Yanez (left) and Megan Rapinoe celebrate scoring in a 5-4 home win over Sky Blue. Rapinoe had a hat trick and Yanez also scored. (Courtesy Seattle Reign)
2017
Mark Peterson came on strong late in the Sounders season but many of his 14 goals came after NASL Rookie of the Year balloting. (Frank MacDonald Collection)
1980
(Courtesy Seattle Times archives)
1973
Michelle Akers, winner of FIFA's Silver Ball and Golden Shoe at the Women's World Cup, plus 1991 U.S. Soccer Female Athlete of the Year.
1991
With the opening of Interbay Stadium, Seattle Pacific has a permanent home for the first time in 29 years. (Joanie Komura photo)
1997
Cindy Gordon of Western Washington is poised to fire away. (Courtesy Western Washington Athletics)
1983
In 1986 Seattle Pacific became the first NCAA Division II program to win-back-to-back championships. (Joanie Komura photo)
1986
Eddie Craggs, left, guided the Fremont Boys Club to success in the youth ranks, and in 1950 he entered the team in the state first division as Buchan Bakers. (Courtesy Craggs Family)
1950
Lam Le helped Whitworth claim both the NCIC and NCSC South in 1993. (Courtesy Whitworth Athletics)
1993