http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/index.html en-us Copyright 2009 The Seattle Times Company Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:48:16 PST Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:48:16 PST MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010321450_nfl21.html?syndication=rss Linebacker Antonio Pierce, who is the defensive captain of the New York Giants, is out indefinitely after an MRI exam Friday revealed a... Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010321450_nfl21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:48:09 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010319820_class_4a3a_state_girls_soccer.html?syndication=rss Just a reminder, I'll be posting regular scoring updates from our Twitter feed, http://www.twitter.com/seatimespreps High School Sports Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010319820_class_4a3a_state_girls_soccer.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010321392_1asoccer21.html?syndication=rss Seattle Academy shut out Bush 3-0 in a Class 1A girls soccer semifinal game. High School Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010321392_1asoccer21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:42:09 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2010321380_base21.html?syndication=rss The Chicago White Sox are closing in on a contract agreement with free-agent shortstop Omar Vizquel. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2010321380_base21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:28:50 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskies/2010320431_uwom21.html?syndication=rss The senior forward has patellofemoral syndrome, which prevents her knee cap from sliding smoothly. Huskies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskies/2010320431_uwom21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:28:22 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/golf/2010321300_golf21.html?syndication=rss Lee Westwood of England shot a 3-under-par 69 Friday to take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the Dubai World Championship, strengthening... Golf http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/golf/2010321300_golf21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:12:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010321234_apbknclippersannouncers.html?syndication=rss Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010321234_apbknclippersannouncers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:12:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2010320910_mlscup21.html?syndication=rss Players from both the L.A. Galaxy and Real Salt Lake look forward to a good atmosphere at Qwest Field in the MLS Cup final Sunday. Sounders http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2010320910_mlscup21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:02:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010321133_apfbnpackershavnerfined.html?syndication=rss Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010321133_apfbnpackershavnerfined.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:51:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010321079_3asoccer21.html?syndication=rss The Islanders slipped past the Papermakers and will play for their first girls soccer state championship today against Columbia River. High School Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010321079_3asoccer21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:41:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010321218_webzags21.html?syndication=rss Robert Sacre scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds as Gonzaga beat IPFW 90-55 Friday night. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010321218_webzags21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:17:00 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010319791_pixler21.html?syndication=rss Seattle Pacific's runner aims for her third consecutive national cross-country title on Saturday College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010319791_pixler21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:56:51 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010321213_allleaguefootball21.html?syndication=rss Updated all-league selections, as selected by players or coaches unless otherwise noted. Further selections will be published as they arrive. High School Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010321213_allleaguefootball21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:53:13 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010320384_central21.html?syndication=rss This season, the No. 1-ranked Wildcats have put more focus on stopping other teams than outscoring them. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010320384_central21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010321187_auto21.html?syndication=rss Kasey Kahne of Enumclaw said he is strongly considering leaving Richard Petty Motorsports. Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010321187_auto21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:21:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319847_apfbnbreesmother.html?syndication=rss The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319847_apfbnbreesmother.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:15:07 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010321178_seattleu21.html?syndication=rss The Redhawks trailed No. 23 Purdue by a point about 12 minutes into the game. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010321178_seattleu21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:15:30 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320641_apbknrocketsmcgrady.html?syndication=rss Tracy McGrady is eager to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320641_apbknrocketsmcgrady.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:08:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010321127_digs21.html?syndication=rss WNBA League talks to potential investors about relocating team: The Sacramento Monarchs folded Friday, a disappointing development for the... Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010321127_digs21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:59:16 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010320682_hawk21.html?syndication=rss Cornerback suffered a concussion in the first half of last Sunday's game against the Cardinals Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010320682_hawk21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320463_apfigskatecanada.html?syndication=rss Listening to her coach paid off for Joannie Rochette. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320463_apfigskatecanada.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2010320833_mari21.html?syndication=rss The first-round draft pick played in the outfield and first base at the University of North Carolina but will get a shot at second base in the minor leagues. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2010320833_mari21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/cougars/2010320879_wsuscout21.html?syndication=rss Washington State (1-9, 0-7 Pac-10); Oregon State (7-3, 5-2) Time: 2 p.m. at Martin Stadium (Pullman) Cougars http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/cougars/2010320879_wsuscout21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/cougars/2010320961_coug21.html?syndication=rss Four players suiting up together for one final game in Pullman. Cougars http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/cougars/2010320961_coug21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskymensbasketballblog/2010321077_san_jose_state.html?syndication=rss BRESHERS FLEXES HIS MUSCLES --- Breshers is picking up the slack for Bryan-Amaning who tailed off after a quick start. Breshers has 10 points and seven rebounds. UW 57-47. Husky Men's Basketball Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskymensbasketballblog/2010321077_san_jose_state.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:45:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320157_apskistieglercrash.html?syndication=rss U.S. skier Resi Stiegler is out for the season after breaking two bones in her left leg in a crash during giant slalom training. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320157_apskistieglercrash.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320840_apfbngiantspierceinjured.html?syndication=rss New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam on Friday surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320840_apfbngiantspierceinjured.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317448_apusespnandrewsvideo.html?syndication=rss An Illinois insurance executive accused of secretly making nude videos of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews posted $100,000 bond on Friday - a much larger amount than previously imposed. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317448_apusespnandrewsvideo.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:31:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010320871_ken_knutson_new_interim_baseba.html?syndication=rss We don't usually delve into non-football matters here but thought this would be of interest to a lot of you on here as news broke today that former Husky baseball coach Ken Knutson is now the new interim head coach at Arizona State. Husky Football Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010320871_ken_knutson_new_interim_baseba.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:11:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317488_apfbnconcussionsobservereport.html?syndication=rss The NFL Players Association opposes commissioner Roger Goodell's call for players to tell their teams' medical staffs if they think a teammate shows symptoms of a concussion, saying that is not an adequate solution. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317488_apfbnconcussionsobservereport.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:31:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/marinersblog/2010320622_mariners_add_six_to_40-man_ros.html?syndication=rss Mariners Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/marinersblog/2010320622_mariners_add_six_to_40-man_ros.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:34:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010320633_videocoachjimmoraexplainswhycbjoshwilsonisdoubtful.html?syndication=rss Seahawks Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010320633_videocoachjimmoraexplainswhycbjoshwilsonisdoubtful.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:57:25 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320617_apfbcuconnstabbing.html?syndication=rss A man who allegedly was with the man charged with killing University of Connecticut football Jasper Howard, has pleaded not guilty to a conspiracy charge. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320617_apfbcuconnstabbing.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320601_apbbnnationalsstrasburginjury.html?syndication=rss The Nationals say No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a dislocation in his left knee joint and should be fine for spring training. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320601_apbbnnationalsstrasburginjury.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320067_apolyskeworldcup.html?syndication=rss The home-ice advantage for the U.S. skeleton team vanished for the second straight week in World Cup competition and Canada and Germany took advantage in the snowless Adirondack Mountains. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320067_apolyskeworldcup.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:31:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010320339_webdiary21.html?syndication=rss Seahawks rookie wide receiver Deon Butler and Seattle Times sports columnist Jerry Brewer continue with Part 10 of their weekly diary about what life in the NFL is like for a rookie. Look for it every Friday. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010320339_webdiary21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:17:31 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320264_apbboexpensivegift.html?syndication=rss Major League Baseball has the perfect gift to bust a budget in a recession. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320264_apbboexpensivegift.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010320199_followfridaynightaction.html?syndication=rss Here is our Seatimespreps Twitter feed where we will have football and girls soccer scores tonight. High School Sports Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010320199_followfridaynightaction.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:23:23 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010320206_taking_you_inside_the_intervie.html?syndication=rss ...for a look at what I do often. Here's two guys you know. Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010320206_taking_you_inside_the_intervie.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:22:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319813_apbklmonarchsownership.html?syndication=rss The Sacramento Monarchs folded on Friday, a shocking and disappointing development for the WNBA and one of its original eight franchises. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319813_apbklmonarchsownership.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320082_apolywomenskijumpers.html?syndication=rss Vancouver Olympic organizers didn't violate women ski jumpers' rights because they had no power to include their event in the 2010 Winters Games. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320082_apolywomenskijumpers.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320071_apolyskicrosscountrypreview.html?syndication=rss Petter Northug enters the Olympic season as the man to beat in cross-country skiing, and he isn't doing much to downplay expectations. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010320071_apolyskicrosscountrypreview.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:01:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskymensbasketballblog/2010320144_dawg_pack_getti.html?syndication=rss Husky Men's Basketball Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskymensbasketballblog/2010320144_dawg_pack_getti.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:20:10 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010320012_photos_from_galaxy_practice_11.html?syndication=rss Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010320012_photos_from_galaxy_practice_11.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:52:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319901_apbbncardinalsticketprices.html?syndication=rss St. Louis Cardinals season ticket prices are increasing an average of 3 percent next year. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319901_apbbncardinalsticketprices.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/marinersblog/2010319882_a_mariners-tigers_swap_makes_a.html?syndication=rss Mariners Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/marinersblog/2010319882_a_mariners-tigers_swap_makes_a.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:57:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/thehotstoneleague/2010319902_mariners_lose_chris_jakubauska.html?syndication=rss Chris Jakubauskas, whose story of moving from independent ball to the majors was one of the captivating tales of 2009, has been claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to a Pirates' press release. The Hot Stone League http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/thehotstoneleague/2010319902_mariners_lose_chris_jakubauska.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:30:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/womenshoopsblog/2010319828_wnba_loses_another_team_sacram.html?syndication=rss Imagine being Sacramento Monarchs forward Rebekkah Brunson (pictured right by WNBA). You log onto the computer today, sign into Twitter and see what your friends are tweeting about. One is that your WNBA team has folded. Womens Hoops Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/womenshoopsblog/2010319828_wnba_loses_another_team_sacram.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:56:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319823_apfbct25ohiostmichigan.html?syndication=rss The Game has lost a lot of luster. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319823_apfbct25ohiostmichigan.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:16:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010314431_apsocfifareplay.html?syndication=rss There will be no rematch. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010314431_apsocfifareplay.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317271_apfbnnflfines.html?syndication=rss Baltimore Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwards plans to appeal the $5,000 fine he received for a hit delivered to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317271_apfbnnflfines.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316311_apusapnewsalert.html?syndication=rss US says it will drop manslaughter case against former Blackwater guard in 2007 Iraq shooting. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316311_apusapnewsalert.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319653_apfbnsaintsbush.html?syndication=rss New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush has been held out of practice for the third straight day, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010319653_apfbnsaintsbush.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010319029_some_quotes_from_rsl_players_n.html?syndication=rss Beckerman: "We came here to win. We think we can win. We don't really care who we're playing, who's on the team. It should be fun." Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010319029_some_quotes_from_rsl_players_n.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:14:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010317582_darnelldockettfined7500forhiselbowtothethroatofhasselbeck.html?syndication=rss Seahawks Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010317582_darnelldockettfined7500forhiselbowtothethroatofhasselbeck.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:08:17 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2010259605_webmlscup21.html?syndication=rss Seattle will host the 14th MLS Cup on Sunday, at Qwest Field. This is the 11th in a series of stories about the first 13 MLS Cups. Sounders http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2010259605_webmlscup21.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:48:09 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010317661_drew_carey_to_appear_at_suppor.html?syndication=rss This is from Sounders FC... Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010317661_drew_carey_to_appear_at_suppor.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:04:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010317471_mikeholmgreninsinuatesnomeetingincleveland.html?syndication=rss Seahawks Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010317471_mikeholmgreninsinuatesnomeetingincleveland.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:58:39 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317257_apbbncubsgrabow.html?syndication=rss Pitcher John Grabow became the first of the 171 free agents to reach agreement on a new deal, getting a $7.5 million, two-year contract Friday from the Chicago Cubs. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317257_apbbncubsgrabow.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010317412_cbjoshwilson.html?syndication=rss Seahawks Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010317412_cbjoshwilson.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:15:33 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317130_apcarnascarmayfieldauction.html?syndication=rss Jeremy Mayfield sat in the back of his large barn Friday morning about 800 miles from where NASCAR's season-ending weekend was kicking off. Several hundred people surrounded him, listening intently as a fast-speaking auctioneer sold dozens of items. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317130_apcarnascarmayfieldauction.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:31:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316340_apusjaysonwilliamsplea.html?syndication=rss Retired NBA star Jayson Williams will not be in a New Jersey courtroom Friday to enter a plea in the 2002 shooting death of a hired driver. State Superior Court Judge Edward M. Coleman indefinitely delayed a hearing in Somerville in which Williams was expected to plead guilty. A person with direct knowledge of the situation, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of a gag order imposed by Coleman, told The Associated Press that the delay was partly because of travel problems Williams experienced getting to New Jersey from his home in South Carolina. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316340_apusjaysonwilliamsplea.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/stevekelley/2010312984_kelley20.html?syndication=rss David Beckham's L.A. Galaxy plays Salt Lake for the MLS Cup at Qwest Field on Sunday. In his third MLS season, Beckham, an international star, has dealt with criticism from a teammate and from the fans, but he's not buckling. He's familiar with the idea that any publicity is good publicity. Steve Kelley http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/stevekelley/2010312984_kelley20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010317422_real_salt_lake_practice_11-20-.html?syndication=rss Lots of media here at Qwest today. The stadium is pretty much done as far as sideboards, MLS Cup logos, and flags of the other MLS teams in the Hawks Nest. Real Salt Lake is done for the day, the Galaxy are now on the field. Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010317422_real_salt_lake_practice_11-20-.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:43:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010317388_nussmeier_examines_the_offense.html?syndication=rss The Huskies are off this weekend, meaning a 14-day wait from the OSU loss to possible redemption against the Cougars in the Apple Cup. Husky Football Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010317388_nussmeier_examines_the_offense.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:26:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010312012_highschoolfootballlivechat.html?syndication=rss I'm having my weekly high-school football live chat here on Friday from noon-1 p.m. High School Sports Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010312012_highschoolfootballlivechat.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:01:19 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317193_apbbocyyounganewlook.html?syndication=rss For so many years, the formula for winning a Cy Young Award was pretty simple: Win a lot of games. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010317193_apbbocyyounganewlook.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010314088_apathiaafsemenya.html?syndication=rss The governing body of track and field is working behind the scenes with Caster Semenya and the South African government to resolve issues about the 18-year-old runner's gender and career. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010314088_apathiaafsemenya.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316921_apsocfifairaq.html?syndication=rss FIFA suspended Iraq from soccer because of political interference in the national federation. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316921_apsocfifairaq.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316741_apbknknicksiverson.html?syndication=rss The New York Knicks won't sign Allen Iverson, believing any short-term gain would hinder their plans to build for the future. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316741_apbknknicksiverson.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316820_apsocgermanycorruption.html?syndication=rss German prosecutors investigating match-fixing in soccer say 15 people in Germany and two in Switzerland have been arrested and about 200 games in Europe are under suspicion. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316820_apsocgermanycorruption.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316221_apcarnascarhendrickjohnson.html?syndication=rss Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship, signed a contract extension Friday to drive for Hendrick Motorsports through the 2015 season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316221_apcarnascarhendrickjohnson.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:46:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010316830_mls_cup_daily_from_the_league_1.html?syndication=rss Lots going on... Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010316830_mls_cup_daily_from_the_league_1.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:51:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010316792_becks_at_the_met.html?syndication=rss That's Seattle's Metropolitan Grill, where last night he dined on -as I am told by representatives of the restaurant - onion soup (without cheese), a petit filet and scampi, asparagus (sauce on the side) and cranberry juice. He also signed a few autographs. Sounders FC Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/soundersfcblog/2010316792_becks_at_the_met.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:04:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316737_apfbnnflconcussions.html?syndication=rss The NFL Players Association wants the league to remove the co-chairman of the league's committee on concussions because the union believes he is biased. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316737_apfbnnflconcussions.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:31:04 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316576_apfbnsteelersblounttaxes.html?syndication=rss Federal attorneys want a judge to declare that Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Famer Mel Blount owes more than $631,000 in back taxes, interest and penalties. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316576_apfbnsteelersblounttaxes.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316682_apcarnascargordon.html?syndication=rss Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick expects Jeff Gordon to drive at least "three or four" more seasons and the four-time Cup champion says he has no immediate plans to retire. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316682_apcarnascargordon.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010316790_bye_week_questions_volume_thre_1.html?syndication=rss Before I get to some more questions this morning, a quick link from the LA Times with more on Steve Sarkisian's recruiting efforts in that area this weekend. Husky Football Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010316790_bye_week_questions_volume_thre_1.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:20:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316614_apfbcbutkusawardfinalists.html?syndication=rss Alabama's Rolando McClain, Florida's Brandon Spikes and Missouri's Sean Weatherspoon are once again finalists for the Butkus Award, given annually to the nation's top linebacker. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316614_apfbcbutkusawardfinalists.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313887_apcarf1williamssale.html?syndication=rss Frank Williams says he is not preparing to relinquish control of the Williams Formula One team despite selling a minority stake on Friday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313887_apcarf1williamssale.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316597_apbknunionlabor.html?syndication=rss NBA players' association director Billy Hunter plans another negotiating session soon with commissioner David Stern, and here's something that might come up. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316597_apbknunionlabor.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010316584_maytheforsbewithyou.html?syndication=rss Seahawks Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawksblog/2010316584_maytheforsbewithyou.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:30:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316527_apfbnbrownscribbs.html?syndication=rss Eric Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play when the Cleveland Browns go against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316527_apfbnbrownscribbs.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316260_apsocreplayhenry.html?syndication=rss Thierry Henry denied Friday that he was a cheat but said the "fairest solution" would be to replay the France-Ireland World Cup playoff that was decided by his hand ball. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316260_apsocreplayhenry.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316281_apfbct25pennstmichiganst.html?syndication=rss The Rose Bowl is out of reach for Penn State and Michigan State. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010316281_apfbct25pennstmichiganst.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010314133_apsocserbiafanviolence.html?syndication=rss Serbian police say they have arrested another suspect in the fatal attack on a French soccer fan in Belgrade two months ago. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010314133_apsocserbiafanviolence.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:16:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313894_apcycastanafinances.html?syndication=rss Kazakhstan's state sovereign fund pledged $22 million in financial backing to the Astana cycling team Friday, ensuring the squad stays alive and Tour de France champion Alberto Contador remains in its ranks. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313894_apcycastanafinances.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:01:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313904_apsocfifareplaydomenech.html?syndication=rss France coach Raymond Domenech says he and his players see no reason to apologize for the Thierry Henry handball against Ireland that put the team into the World Cup. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313904_apsocfifareplaydomenech.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313749_apsocfifareplay.html?syndication=rss FIFA ruled out the possibility of replaying the disputed France-Ireland World Cup qualifier on Friday, rejecting an Irish appeal to stage the playoff again after Thierry Henry handled the ball to set up the deciding goal in extra time. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313749_apsocfifareplay.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:16:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313485_apsochandofshame.html?syndication=rss Irish soccer officials accused Thierry Henry of damaging the integrity of the game when he blatantly handled the ball to set up the goal that booked France's place at next year's World Cup in South Africa. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313485_apsochandofshame.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313667_apusespnandrewsvideo.html?syndication=rss An Illinois insurance executive accused of secretly making nude videos of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews is expected to make his first court appearance Friday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313667_apusespnandrewsvideo.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313685_apcarf1williamssale.html?syndication=rss Formula One team Williams announced Friday it has sold a minority stake in the team to an Austrian investment firm. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313685_apcarf1williamssale.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010313665_prediction_time_girls_state_so.html?syndication=rss CLASS 4A Issaquah v. Kamiakin -- Anyone would be hard-pressed to pick against the Eagles right now. They have scored three goals or more in each game for more than a month. Read that sentence again, then reconsider the strength of the KingCo 4A League and the state tournament, and let that soak in. I'll take Issy 3-1. High School Sports Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsportsblog/2010313665_prediction_time_girls_state_so.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:39:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskymensbasketballblog/2010312410_video_scouting_3.html?syndication=rss Husky Men's Basketball Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskymensbasketballblog/2010312410_video_scouting_3.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:09:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/ronjuddsolympicsinsider/2010313545_ticket_update_vanoc_settles_la.html?syndication=rss In an odd twist in the ongoing ticket wars for the Vancouver 2010 Games, organizers have settled a lawsuit with Roadtrips.com, an unauthorized ticket seller, by agreeing to funnel tickets to the Web travel company through its official travel partner, Jet Set Sports. See the story here. Ron Judd's Olympics Insider http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/ronjuddsolympicsinsider/2010313545_ticket_update_vanoc_settles_la.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:35:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313505_apusjaysonwilliamsplea.html?syndication=rss Former NBA star Jayson Williams is expected to plead guilty Friday in the fatal 2002 shooting of a hired driver, weeks before he faced a second trial for reckless manslaughter. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313505_apusjaysonwilliamsplea.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:31:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010307980_apbbnnlcyyoung.html?syndication=rss Tim Lincecum has been so dominant in his first two full major league seasons that even his top bosses don't know how he can get much better. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010307980_apbbnnlcyyoung.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010311821_apglflpgatourchampionship.html?syndication=rss Michelle Wie couldn't take the pain one week after taking the spotlight at Lorena Ochoa's tournament. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010311821_apglflpgatourchampionship.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313506_apfbct25ohiostmichigan.html?syndication=rss The Game has lost a lot of luster. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2010313506_apfbct25ohiostmichigan.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:31:06 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/olympics/2010312987_tickets20m.html?syndication=rss Olympic organizers have settled a legal fight with a longtime unauthorized ticket seller — by giving that Canadian seller authorized tickets. Olympics http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/olympics/2010312987_tickets20m.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:07:26 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/golf/2010313414_golfnotes20.html?syndication=rss Michelle Wie is gone, putting all the attention on Lorena Ochoa's player of the year fight with Jiyai Shin at the LPGA Tour Championship. Golf http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/golf/2010313414_golfnotes20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010313413_nfl20.html?syndication=rss Ricky Williams rushed for 119 yards and scored three touchdowns, and the Miami Dolphins beat the Carolina Panthers 24-17 on Thursday night for their fourth win in six games to get into the AFC playoff picture. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010313413_nfl20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:46:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010313427_picking_the_pac_week_12.html?syndication=rss Well, I finally got an Oregon game almost exactly right last week. Stanford, the other team that seems most vexing, was another matter. Husky Football Blog http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskyfootballblog/2010313427_picking_the_pac_week_12.html?syndication=rss Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:54:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010312951_regr20.html?syndication=rss Washington ranks second in the Pac-10 and on the West Coast among Division I colleges in graduation rates by student-athletes. Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010312951_regr20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:16:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010313024_seattleu20.html?syndication=rss The Seattle University Redhawks mounted a furious rally from a six-point deficit in the final 1:52 to beat Fresno State 85-84 in front of 4,713 at KeyArena. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010313024_seattleu20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:16:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2010311156_apbbncubsdiamondbackstrade.html?syndication=rss Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Thursday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2010311156_apbbncubsdiamondbackstrade.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:16:02 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010312926_whoop20.html?syndication=rss Kayla Pedersen had 22 points, nine rebounds and four assists, and No. 2 Stanford extended its winning streak at Maples Pavilion to 30 games with a 99-50 rout of Pepperdine in its home opener Thursday night. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010312926_whoop20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010313028_mhoop20.html?syndication=rss Klay Thompson went 15 for 20 and scored a career-high 37 points as Washington State beat IPFW 89-70 on Thursday night. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2010313028_mhoop20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:01:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010312861_digs20.html?syndication=rss Soccer: Galaxy's Donovan named MVP of MLS Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/othersports/2010312861_digs20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:46:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2010313011_nba29.html?syndication=rss Deron Williams scored 21 points and Carlos Boozer scored 10 of his 18 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Utah Jazz to its first regular-season victory in San Antonio since 1999 — a 90-83 win on Thursday night. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2010313011_nba29.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:46:05 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010312525_hawk20.html?syndication=rss Forsett finally got a chance because of injury to Julius Jones, and ran for 123 yards against Arizona. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2010312525_hawk20.html?syndication=rss Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:16:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2010312598_mlscup20.html?syndication=rss The MLS Cup final has come a long way in terms of relevance and exposure, in line with the growth of soccer's popularity in the United States. MLS Cup 2009 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2010312598_mlscup20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:40:12 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskies/2010311507_umen20.html?syndication=rss Improved sophomore is averaging 24.7 points through Washington's first three games. Huskies http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/huskies/2010311507_umen20.html?syndication=rss Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:31:03 PST http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010312332_allleaguegirlssoccer20.html?syndication=rss All-league selections, by players or coaches unless otherwise noted. Further selections will be published as they arrive. High School Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/highschoolsports/2010312332_allleaguegirlssoccer20.html?syndication=rss Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:56:03 PST