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Seismologists register ‘fan quakes’ from the Seattle Sounders’ stadium crowd

by Alan Boyle on November 10, 2019November 16, 2019 at 10:46 pmComment

Can Seattle Sounders fans match the Seahawks’ “Beast Quakes” when it comes to making the earth move? Seismologists from the University of Washington and the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network conducted… Read More

#GeekiestSoundersFan wins MLS Cup pitchside seats with this nerdy 8-bit rap

by John Cook on November 8, 2019November 8, 2019 at 5:33 pmComment

His name is Andy Hartpence, and he normally raps about video games, computer science and robots. But this week the Seattle nerdcore hip hop artist’s sly and silly rhymes about… Read More

Which #GeekiestSoundersFan will win MLS Cup tickets? Check out 5 epic rap videos and photos

by Kevin Lisota on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 at 2:50 pmComment

This weekend’s MLS Cup match between the Seattle Sounders FC and Toronto FC is almost here, and GeekWire readers are getting fired up. When we put out the call for… Read More

Satya Nadella and other Sounders owners on how they’ve applied lessons from sports to business

by Taylor Soper on November 7, 2019November 7, 2019 at 7:52 amComment

The lessons from sports that can be applied to business and life are endless. Teamwork, grit, determination, leadership, planning, overcoming obstacles … the list goes on and on. That’s why… Read More

From new owners to on-field analytics, here’s how technology impacts the Seattle Sounders FC

by Taylor Soper on November 6, 2019November 9, 2019 at 4:36 pmComment

During practice, in the front office, on the jerseys — technology is impacting the Seattle Sounders FC in a myriad of ways, both helping the franchise win games and grow… Read More

Hey, Seattle Sounders fans: Win two pitchside tickets to Sunday’s historic MLS Cup by impressing Mr. Sounder

by John Cook on November 5, 2019November 5, 2019 at 1:20 pmComment

We’ve got MLS Cup fever here at GeekWire — as you may have noticed with a Rave Green color change to your favorite technology news site. For the third time… Read More

GeekWire Sounders Day returns: Everything you need to know for Wednesday’s end-of-summer rooftop deck party

by John Cook on September 17, 2019September 17, 2019 at 11:33 amComment

We’re not ready for summer to end, so we are squeezing in one last party. GeekWire Sounders Day is taking place Wednesday evening, and below is everything you need to… Read More

Today on GeekWire: Satya and the Sounders; Cray goes nuclear; new Seattle startup fundings

by Todd Bishop on August 13, 2019August 13, 2019 at 12:00 pmComment

Highlights from today’s top stories. Subscribe here to receive this rundown daily. Satya Nadella owns a soccer team. At least, he owns a piece of one. An all-star roster of Seattle tech… Read More

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and other Seattle tech leaders join new Sounders soccer ownership group

by Taylor Soper on August 13, 2019August 13, 2019 at 3:58 pm 2 Comments

Editor’s note: Story updated with comments from Adrian Hanauer’s press conference. Tech is taking over soccer in Seattle. An all-star roster of current and former technology executives from the Seattle… Read More

GeekWire Sounders Day: Limited tickets available for our epic summer rooftop party

by Colton Edwards on July 16, 2019July 17, 2019 at 6:00 pmComment

Our favorite outdoor event is returning to one of the coolest rooftop decks in Seattle. The GeekWire Sounders Day tailgate is back, taking place on Wednesday, September 18 before the… Read More

From Microsoft to Zulily: Why the Sounders teamed up with Seattle e-commerce company that aims for rebrand

by Taylor Soper on January 18, 2019January 18, 2019 at 12:07 pmComment

Zulily? Really? That was the reaction from many Sounders FC fans on Thursday as Seattle’s pro soccer team announced its new jersey sponsor. Gone is Microsoft Xbox, a globally-recognized gaming… Read More

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Seattle Sounders and Reign FC unveil new jersey sponsor, replace Microsoft with online retailer Zulily

by Taylor Soper on January 17, 2019February 12, 2019 at 3:44 pmComment

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with details from the Sounders’ event announcing Zulily as its new jersey sponsor. [Follow up: From Microsoft to Zulily: Why the Sounders teamed up… Read More

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Sounders soccer stars compete for video game bragging rights at FIFA 19 tournament

by Taylor Soper on October 13, 2018October 15, 2018 at 11:26 amComment

There were slick passes, booming shots, big saves, and tough tackles. But this time, Seattle Sounders soccer stars took their competition from the pitch to the game room, duking it out… Read More

Microsoft touts Xbox gaming subscription service with new Sounders FC jersey design

by Taylor Soper on August 13, 2018August 13, 2018 at 12:52 pmComment

Microsoft’s increasing focus on its cloud-based gaming services will be front-and-center at the Seattle Sounders FC match this Saturday. As part of its Sounders jersey sponsorship deal, Microsoft has released… Read More

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TLDR: Buy food and drinks with just a fingerprint, Seattle’s complex history of urban internet access, T-Mobile’s tech truck

by Starla Sampaco on August 7, 2018August 7, 2018 at 4:54 pmComment

Today’s featured stories Seattle sports stadiums all Clear for new biometric security, payments and alcohol ID verification Comcast’s Seattle expansion highlights complex history of urban internet access T-Mobile takes its… Read More

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Video: Relive the GeekWire Bash 2018 with Sounders, startups, and our Impact Partners

by Taylor Soper on March 16, 2018March 16, 2018 at 5:59 pmComment

If you didn’t have a chance to win a dodgeball championship, battle a Sounders player in FIFA, fly through the air on a cross-venue zipline, or participate in one of… Read More

YouTube TV to stream Seattle Sounders FC matches in latest sports video deal

by Todd Bishop on February 28, 2018February 28, 2018 at 4:55 pmComment

The premium YouTube TV video service has struck a multi-year deal with Seattle Sounders FC to become the exclusive live streaming provider for the soccer club starting this year. The deal… Read More

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MLS Cup prediction from Sounders legend and new Vicis employee Roger Levesque

by Taylor Soper on December 8, 2017December 11, 2017 at 3:53 pmComment

The Sounders are bringing the MLS Cup back to Seattle if Roger Levesque’s prediction holds true. Levesque dropped by our big GeekWire Gala party on Wednesday and we had a… Read More

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Sounders FC replaces Ticketmaster with SeatGeek’s tech-fueled ticketing platform

by Taylor Soper on September 20, 2017September 20, 2017 at 9:49 amComment

Goodbye, Ticketmaster. Hello, SeatGeek. The Seattle Sounders on Wednesday announced a new deal with SeatGeek, a New York-based startup that offers a unique “open ticketing platform” and a focus on… Read More

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Seismologists register ‘fan quakes’ from the Seattle Sounders’ stadium crowd

#GeekiestSoundersFan wins MLS Cup pitchside seats with this nerdy 8-bit rap

Which #GeekiestSoundersFan will win MLS Cup tickets? Check out 5 epic rap videos and photos

Satya Nadella and other Sounders owners on how they’ve applied lessons from sports to business

From new owners to on-field analytics, here’s how technology impacts the Seattle Sounders FC

Hey, Seattle Sounders fans: Win two pitchside tickets to Sunday’s historic MLS Cup by impressing Mr. Sounder

GeekWire Sounders Day returns: Everything you need to know for Wednesday’s end-of-summer rooftop deck party

Today on GeekWire: Satya and the Sounders; Cray goes nuclear; new Seattle startup fundings

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and other Seattle tech leaders join new Sounders soccer ownership group

GeekWire Sounders Day: Limited tickets available for our epic summer rooftop party

From Microsoft to Zulily: Why the Sounders teamed up with Seattle e-commerce company that aims for rebrand

Seattle Sounders and Reign FC unveil new jersey sponsor, replace Microsoft with online retailer Zulily

Sounders soccer stars compete for video game bragging rights at FIFA 19 tournament

Microsoft touts Xbox gaming subscription service with new Sounders FC jersey design

TLDR: Buy food and drinks with just a fingerprint, Seattle’s complex history of urban internet access, T-Mobile’s tech truck

Video: Relive the GeekWire Bash 2018 with Sounders, startups, and our Impact Partners

YouTube TV to stream Seattle Sounders FC matches in latest sports video deal

MLS Cup prediction from Sounders legend and new Vicis employee Roger Levesque

Sounders FC replaces Ticketmaster with SeatGeek’s tech-fueled ticketing platform

Photos: Sounders and Xbox unveil new jersey kits with Forza Motorsport 7 branding

Sounders explore new naming rights deals as Microsoft Xbox jersey sponsorship expires

Major League Soccer tests video assistant referee during Sounders match; full rollout set for August

Why U.S. soccer star DeAndre Yedlin invested in this ‘intelligent workout’ sports tech startup

How the Seattle Sounders use data and analytics to create an ‘evidence-based’ soccer culture

As Sounders FC looks to defend MLS Cup title, use of sports science remains a ‘competitive advantage’

Sounders FC revamps smartphone app to make mobile ticketing easier for soccer fans

Physics professor analyzes Stefan Frei’s epic save that helped the Sounders win their first MLS Cup

How sports analytics helped the Seattle Sounders make it to their first-ever MLS Cup

FOX to broadcast MLS Cup in virtual reality for first time with new custom replay feature

‘Mr. Sounder’ Zach Scott reflects on 15-year pro soccer career and prepares for sales analyst job

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