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FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2020, file photo, Seattle Seahawks defensive back Jamal Adams watches an Arizona Cardinals play develop during an NFL football game in Seattle. Adams is a big part of the story this week. “This game is very important because like I said it’s the next one,” Adams said on Friday. “Obviously it is against the Jets, my former team. But I’m not here to make it about me.” Adams spoke at length about Sunday’s matchup against winless New York, the first time he’ll be facing the team that drafted him with the No. 6 overall selection three years ago. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)

SEAHAWKS: Reunion time for Jamal Adams as Seahawks host winless Jets today

It’s something Pete Carroll has done throughout his coaching career. When one of his players is about… Continue reading

  • Dec 13, 2020
FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2020, file photo, Seattle Seahawks defensive back Jamal Adams watches an Arizona Cardinals play develop during an NFL football game in Seattle. Adams is a big part of the story this week. “This game is very important because like I said it’s the next one,” Adams said on Friday. “Obviously it is against the Jets, my former team. But I’m not here to make it about me.” Adams spoke at length about Sunday’s matchup against winless New York, the first time he’ll be facing the team that drafted him with the No. 6 overall selection three years ago. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Columbus Crew's Gyasi Zardes, front, and Seattle Sounders' Gustav Svensson vie for a head ball during the second half of the MLS Cup championship game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio. The Crew won 3-0. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

MLS CHAMPIONSHIP: Sounders can’t make it back-to-back; fall 3-0 to Columbus

No matter the absences from the lineup or the opponent, Caleb Porter implored the Columbus Crew to impose themselves. Porter’s players… Continue reading

  • Dec 12, 2020
Columbus Crew's Gyasi Zardes, front, and Seattle Sounders' Gustav Svensson vie for a head ball during the second half of the MLS Cup championship game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio. The Crew won 3-0. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

COUGARS: Washington State game with Cal canceled two hours before kickoff

California’s game at Washington State was canceled less than two hours before kickoff on Saturday because of a case of COVID-19 on the… Continue reading

  • Dec 12, 2020
Washington quarterback Dylan Morris carries the ball against Stanford in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Coronavirus

UW forced to cancel Oregon game

Pac-12 Championship appearance also in doubt

Washington quarterback Dylan Morris carries the ball against Stanford in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

AREA SPORTS BRIEFS: Equitese Pony Club members get certified

Ski, swim lessons being offered

Quilcene's Ward Norden sits on a bench at the recently constructed fishing pier at Lake Leland County Park. The Lake Leland day use park, boat ramp, fishing dock and waterfront area are open after a construction project by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife. (Holly Bauman)

OUTDOORS: Steelhead restrictions up for discussion

Bigger, better fishing pier now open at Lake Leland

Quilcene's Ward Norden sits on a bench at the recently constructed fishing pier at Lake Leland County Park. The Lake Leland day use park, boat ramp, fishing dock and waterfront area are open after a construction project by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife. (Holly Bauman)

OUTDOORS: Steelheaders left bank-bound and baitless

A GRIM VERDICT for steelheaders on the West End as new rule restrictions announced late Tuesday, just two weeks into the traditional beginning of the… Continue reading

Seattle Seahawks strong safety Jamal Adams (33) sacks New York Giants quarterback Colt McCoy (12) during the first half of an NFL football game Dec. 6 in Seattle. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press)

Three things to know about the Seahawks’ Week 14 opponent, the New York Jets

There is no shortage of story lines around the Seahawks-Jets game this week. Seahawks star safety… Continue reading

Seattle Seahawks strong safety Jamal Adams (33) sacks New York Giants quarterback Colt McCoy (12) during the first half of an NFL football game Dec. 6 in Seattle. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press)
Coronavirus

UW sidelined by COVID-19

Washington has paused all team-related football activities due to an increase in positive COVID-19 tests within… Continue reading

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Vern Elkhart is the owner of Laurel Lanes in Port Angeles. Laurel Lanes, which was only able to open for , shown on Thursday, said he is unsure of how league bowling will work under the spacing rules brought about by COVID-19.
Coronavirus

Fundraiser set up to help Laurel Lanes survive

Port Angeles bowling alley shut down for much of 2020

Keith Thorpe/Peninsula Daily News Vern Elkhart is the owner of Laurel Lanes in Port Angeles. Laurel Lanes, which was only able to open for , shown on Thursday, said he is unsure of how league bowling will work under the spacing rules brought about by COVID-19.
Gonzaga's Drew Timme goes to the basket during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against West Virginia, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

SPORTS BRIEFS: Cougars crushed by USC; Gonzaga remains No. 1

Gonzaga remains No. 1

Gonzaga's Drew Timme goes to the basket during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against West Virginia, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Seattle Sounders' Cristian Roldan (7) celebrates a Sounders goal late in the second half of an MLS playoff Western Conference final soccer match against Minnesota United, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Seattle. The Sounders won 3-2. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Sounders shock Minnesota with miraculous flurry of goals

Seattle tallies three in final 18 minutes of the match to win 3-2

Seattle Sounders' Cristian Roldan (7) celebrates a Sounders goal late in the second half of an MLS playoff Western Conference final soccer match against Minnesota United, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Seattle. The Sounders won 3-2. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Port Angeles Marathon Association The Port Angeles Marathon Association partnered with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe to create the 2021 medals for the Run the Peninsula series.

Registration open for 2021 Run the Peninsula races

Includes the North Olympic Discovery Marathon

Port Angeles Marathon Association The Port Angeles Marathon Association partnered with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe to create the 2021 medals for the Run the Peninsula series.

SOUNDERS: Seattle to face Minnesota tonight in MLS West Finals

By Anne M. Peterson The Associated Press Sure, the Seattle Sounders have an expectation that they’re going to win another MLS Cup, but that doesn’t… Continue reading

  • Dec 7, 2020
Southern California wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, right, catches a touchdown over Washington State defensive back Armani Marsh during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Los Angeles, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

COUGARS: Washington State falls into deep hole against USC, can’t recover

Cougs lose 38-13 after falling behind 35-0 early

  • Dec 6, 2020
Southern California wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, right, catches a touchdown over Washington State defensive back Armani Marsh during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Los Angeles, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is sacked by New York Giants safety Jabrill Peppers, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Larry Maurer)

SEAHAWKS: Listless Seattle lays an egg against the N.Y. Giants

New York wins 17-12 behind journeyman backup quarterback Colt McCoy

  • Dec 6, 2020
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is sacked by New York Giants safety Jabrill Peppers, left, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Larry Maurer)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) hands the ball off to running back Wayne Gallman (22) during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Cincinnati. The Giants won 19-17. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)

SEAHAWKS PREVIEW: East-leading New York Giants to face Seahawks

If anyone can relate to the situation currently facing the New York Giants, it’s Pete Carroll. A… Continue reading

  • Dec 6, 2020
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) hands the ball off to running back Wayne Gallman (22) during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Cincinnati. The Giants won 19-17. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Stanford wide receiver Brycen Tremayne, right, catches a 33-yard pass as Washington defensive back Keith Taylor defends in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

HUSKIES: Big comeback by Washington comes up short in loss to Stanford

Down 24-3 in the first half, Huskies rally but fall 31-26 to the Cardinal.

  • Dec 5, 2020
Stanford wide receiver Brycen Tremayne, right, catches a 33-yard pass as Washington defensive back Keith Taylor defends in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

GONZAGA: Zags-Baylor battle postponed due to COVID-19 positives

Saturday game was going to be a showdown between No. 1 and No. 2

  • Dec 5, 2020
Run the Peninsula Mother and daughter Janet and Jessica Ouellet competed in the Run the Peninsula's virtual 10K Railroad Run together in Seabeck, Wash.

Run the Peninsula concludes unusual year

Competitors from 50 states ran virtually

Run the Peninsula Mother and daughter Janet and Jessica Ouellet competed in the Run the Peninsula's virtual 10K Railroad Run together in Seabeck, Wash.