Prior to launching the Emerald City Spectrum, Smith worked for Sports Illustrated as lead reporter of the Seahawks On SI team site for seven seasons and continues to host the daily Seahawks Triple Option podcast.
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Wanting to add size to its backcourt, Gonzaga women’s basketball announced the addition of Emmy Roach, the team’s first landed transfer ahead of the 2026-27 season. A priority on head coach Lisa Fortier’s offseason checklist, the 6-0 Roach brings a unique skillset from her years
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="7000"] Seattle Seahawks defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (0) takes part in drills during mini-camp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Taking the next step towards a new season,
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Close to two months after the team opted to pick up his fifth-year option, the Seattle Seahawks have yet to ink star cornerback Devon Witherspoon to a lucrative multi-year extension, creating questions about when the two sides will strike a deal as the 2026 season rapidly approaches. From
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1985"] Gonzaga Bulldogs shortstop Ricky Sánchez shouts after a two-run single against San Francisco during the WCC Tournament. Credit: Gonzaga Athletics [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Despite cruising through the regular season conference slate by winning 22 of
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="5213"] Seattle Seahawks cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett (28) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Edging the Houston Texans for the NFL’s defensive scoring title, the
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="3556"] Seattle Seahawks running back George Holani (36) rushes for a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (3) defends during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Lighting
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The Gonzaga Bulldogs made a major frontcourt splash with the reported commitment of 6-10 Spanish forward Izan Almansa, setting up one of the most intriguing big man rotations in college hoops. Emerald City Spectrum reporter Howard Woodard spotlights Almansa’s journey from Real Madrid and G League Ignite to
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="7000"] Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman Brandon Pili (95) takes part in drills during mini-camp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Set to kick off OTAs next week at
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1067"] Gonzaga Bulldogs third baseman Mikey Bell (5) celebrates with teammate Maddox Haley (20) after his game-winning hit against Seattle U at Steve Hertz Field at the Patterson Baseball Complex. Credit: Gonzaga Athletics [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption]
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="6556"] Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ricky White III (86) walks across the field during mini-camp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] Set to kick off OTAs next week
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Like most Super Bowl winners, the Seattle Seahawks leaned heavily on their established stars on the way to hoisting the Lombardi Trophy last season. From quarterback Sam Darnold to defensive tackle Leonard Williams to linebacker Ernest Jones, the team had plenty of experienced veterans who stepped up with outstanding seasons