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MLS: Seattle Sounders FC defeat Columbus Crew, 6-2

Temperatures peaked in the high 70s at CenturyLink Field while the Seattle Sounders FC destroyed the competition, breaking a club-record 6 goals while Crew managed only 2. This match brings the Sounders even closer to the best MLS record at just three points behind L.A. Galaxy.

Seattle Sounders FC midfielder Mauro Rosales (10) celebrates after scoring a goal on a penalty kick in a match against Columbus Crew at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Sounders defeated Columbus Crew, 6-2.

Seattle Sounders FC forward Fredy Montero (17) and Columbus Crew defender Rich Balchan (2) fight for the ball at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Sounders defeated Columbus Crew, 6-2.

Seattle Sounders FC defender Tyson Wahl (5) throws the ball upfield in a match against Columbus Crew at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Sounders defeated Columbus Crew, 6-2.

Seattle Sounders FC forward Fredy Montero (17) tries to squeeze past Columbus Crew defender Rich Balchan (2) at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Sounders defeated Columbus Crew, 6-2.

Columbus Crew forward Emilio Renteria (20) collides with Seattle Sounders FC defender Jhon Kennedy Hurtado (34) while reaching for the ball at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

Seattle Sounders FC forward Fredy Montero (17) tries to control the ball in a match against Columbus Crew at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. Seattle Sounders FC won, 6-2.

Seattle Sounders FC midfielder Lamar Neagle (27) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against Columbus Crew at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Sounders defeated Columbus Crew, 6-2.

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NFL 2011: Minnesota Vikings at Seattle Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks fans gathered last Saturday at CenturyLink Field to watch the first preseason home game of the 2011 NFL season against the Minnesota Vikings. Unfortunately for the fans, the Seahawks trailed the entire game, finally finishing with a 20-7 loss. The Seahawks will return to CenturyLink Field on September 2nd for their final preseason game against the Oakland Raiders.

Minnesota Vikings running back Lorenzo Booker (27) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Pinkard (22) at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Minnesota Vikings won the game, 20-7.

Seattle Seahawks running back Thomas Clayton (45) collides with Minnesota Vikings safety Ryan Hill (43) for a first down at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joe Webb (14) runs past the Seattle Seahawks defense at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder (7) has a pass interrupted by Seattle Seahawks defensive end Raheem Brock (98) in the first half at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

Seattle Seahawks running back Leon Washington (33) takes the ball upfield in a game against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

The Seattle Seahawks Sea Gals perform a pre-game show in a matchup against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Minnesota Vikings won the game, 20-7.

Minnesota Vikings running back Toby Gerhart (32) runs upfield in a game against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Minnesota Vikings won the game, 20-7.

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) runs upfield in a game against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Tarvaris Jackson (7) attempts to pass the ball while being tackled by Minnesota Vikings defensive end Adrian Awasom (67) at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Minnesota Vikings won the game, 20-7.

Seattle Seahawks running back Leon Washington (33) is tackled by Minnesota Vikings safety Tyrell Johnson (25) at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington. The Minnesota Vikings won the game, 20-7.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (15) runs for a 29-yard kick off return in a game against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

Seattle Seahawks tight end Anthony McCoy (85) celebrates after scoring Seattle's first touchdown in a game against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

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2011 Summer X Games 17 (5 of 5): Skateboard and BMX Vert

I now present to you the final set of images from X Games 17: Skateboard and BMX vert competition. This was one of the more crowded events simply because Shaun White was competing; he earned his fame by taking 1st in the vert final again.

Here are some other posts from X Games 17:
(1 of 5): BMX Freestyle Park
(2 of 5): RallyCross Final
(3 of 5): Skateboard Street & Park
(4 of 5): Moto X Step Up & Enduro X
(5 of 5): Skateboard and BMX Vert

Sandro Dias competes in the Skateboard Vert Round One at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California.

Jamie Bestwick competes in the BMX Freestyle Vert Final at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Bestwick placed first in the event and will take home the gold medal.

Jamie Bestwick celebrates after winning the gold medal in the BMX Freestyle Vert Final at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

Jamie Bestwick competes in the BMX Freestyle Vert Final at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Bestwick placed first in the event and will take home the gold medal.

Vince Byron competes in the BMX Freestyle Vert Final at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Byron finished 3rd in the event.

Simon Tabron competes in the BMX Freestyle Vert Final at Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Tabron finished 4th in the event.

Shaun White competes in the Skateboard Vert Round One at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California. White finished 1st place in the final, taking home the gold medal.

Adam Taylor competes in the Skateboard Vert Round One at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California. Taylor finished 5th in the final.

Paul-Luc Ronchetti competes in the Skateboard Vert Round One at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California.

Shaun White competes in the Skateboard Vert Round One at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California. White finished 1st place in the final, taking home the gold medal.

Andy Macdonald competes in the Skateboard Vert Round One at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California.

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2011 Summer X Games 17 (4 of 5): Moto X Step Up & Enduro X

Moto X Enduro X Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Myles Richmond clears 35 feet and 6 inches in the Moto X Step Up Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Todd Potter competes in the Moto X Setup Up Final at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Moto X Enduro X Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Taddy Blazusiak competes in the Moto X Enduro X Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. Blazusiak placed 1st in the event and will take home the gold medal.

Moto X Enduro X Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Nate Adams celebrates after placing 1st in the Moto X Freestyle Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Taddy Blazusiak celebrates after winning the gold medal in the Moto X Enduro X Final at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

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2011 Summer X Games 17 (3 of 5): Skateboard Street & Park

When I think about the X Games, the first thing that always comes to my mind is sitting down with a copy of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater and busting out an impossible series of grinds, flips, and manuals. So it’s easy to see why, for me, the X Games is all about skateboarding and loud alternative music. Today I’m sharing images from these iconic events.

The full results are available on ESPN’s Games Seventeen results page. Marisa Dal Santo took gold in the women’s street skateboard event and Nyjah Huston won for the men. In the park, Raven Tershy placed 1st and the women did not compete.

Andy Macdonald competes in the Skateboard Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Macdonald placed 7th in the event and will advance to the finals.

Ben Raybourn competes in the Skateboard Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Raybourn placed 5th in the event and will advance to the finals.

Omar Hassan competes in the Skateboard Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Hassan placed 6th in the event and will advance to the finals.

Aaron Homoki competes in the Skateboard Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Homoki placed 9th in the event and will advance to the finals.

Marisa Dal Santo competes in the Skateboard Street Women's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Dal Santo took home the gold medal with her best score of 88.00.

Jessica Florencio competes in the Skateboard Street Women's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Florencio placed 5th in the event with a score of 63.00.

Ryan Sheckler competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Sheckler placed 3rd in the event.

Ryan Decenzo competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Decenzo placed 5th in the event.

Ryan Sheckler competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Sheckler placed 3rd in the event.

Nyjah Huston competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Huston placed 1st in the event.

Ryan Decenzo competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Decenzo placed 5th in the event.

Alexis Sablone competes in the Skateboard Street Women's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Sablone placed 2nd in the event with a score of 84.33.

Ryan Decenzo competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Decenzo placed 5th in the event.

Ryan Sheckler competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Sheckler placed 3rd in the event.

Luan Oliveira competes in the Skateboard Street Men's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Oliveira placed 2nd in the event.

Alexis Sablone competes in the Skateboard Street Women's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Sablone placed 2nd in the event with a score of 84.33.

Jessica Florencio competes in the Skateboard Street Women's Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Florencio placed 5th in the event with a score of 63.00.

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2011 Summer X Games 17 (2 of 5): RallyCross Final

Today I am sharing some photos from the X Games 17 RallyCross final which took place on the last day of the games, Sunday July 31st. Brian Deegan took gold in the event, but all eyes were on Travis Pastrana and his untested hand-controlled rally car. Despite his broken foot, Pastrana managed to make it through all qualifiers and take 7th in the final.

Brian Deegan leads Travis Pastrana in round 1 of the RallyCross Final at Lot 7 in Los Angeles, California.

Michael Jernberg races in round 1 of the RallyCross Final at Lot 7 in Los Angeles, California.

Liam Doran, Michael Jernberg, Joseph Burke, and David Higgins race off the starting line in round 1 of the RallyCross Final at Lot 7 in Los Angeles, California.

Travis Pastrana races in the RallyCross Final at Lot 7 in Los Angeles, California.

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2011 Summer X Games 17 (1 of 5): BMX Freestyle Park

You haven’t seen extreme sports until you’ve seen ESPN’s X Games. If you’re unfamiliar with the summer event, imagine flying the most talented BMX, skateboard, RallyCross, and Moto X athletes from all over the world to Los Angeles, California for a 4-day televised competition. Every year the competition gets more fierce as athletes stretch the limits of their sport. This year, I watched Matt Buyten leap 37 feet into the air on his motorcycle, breaking the old record of 35, and watched Travis Pastrana drive a rally car with hand controls after breaking his right foot 3 days earlier in the Moto X Best Trick competition. These guys are nuts.

I’ll start post 1 of 5 today by sharing some images from the BMX Freestyle Park competition. Daniel Dhers won the event, but Dennis Enarson took first in the preliminaries and was neck-and-neck with Dhers in the final, leaving with silver.

Scotty Cranmer competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Cranmer placed 3rd in the event and will take home the bronze medal.

Gary Young competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Young finished the elimination round in 5th place and will advance to the finals.

Daniel Dhers competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Dhers finished 4th in the elimination round.

Scotty Cranmer competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Cranmer placed 3rd in the event and will take home the bronze medal.

BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California.

Dennis Enarson competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Enarson placed 2nd in the event and will take home the silver medal.

Scotty Cranmer competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Cranmer finished 2nd in the elimination round.

Gary Young competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Young finished the elimination round in 5th place and will advance to the finals.

Corey Bohan competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California.

Dennis Enarson competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Enarson placed 2nd in the event and will take home the silver medal.

Daniel Dhers competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Dhers placed 1st in the event and will take home the gold medal.

Gary Young competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Young finished the elimination round in 5th place and will advance to the finals.

Daniel Dhers competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Dhers placed 1st in the event and will take home the gold medal.

Gary Young competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Young placed 5th in the event.

Garrett Reynolds competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Elimination at Event Deck at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Reynolds placed 6th in the elimination round and will advance to the finals.

Dennis Enarson competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Enarson placed 2nd in the event and will take home the silver medal.

Daniel Dhers competes in the BMX Freestyle Park Final at Event Deck L.A. Live in Los Angeles, California. Dhers placed 1st in the event and will take home the gold medal.

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MLS: New England Revolution at Seattle Sounders FC

Seattle Sounders FC continued their winning streak this Sunday with a 2-1 victory over New England Revolution at CenturyLink Field (formerly Quest Field) in Seattle, Washington. The match started in Revolution’s favor with an early goal in the 3rd minute, but the Sounders finished the first half in the lead and held it through a scoreless second half.

The Sounders will return to Seattle on July 16th to face off against the Colorado Rapids.

Seattle Sounders midfielder Alvaro Fernandez (15) passes the ball towards center field in a match against New England Revolution at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

Seattle Sounders Lamar Neagle (27) traps the ball during a match against New England Revolution at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

Seattle Sounders midfielder Mauro Rosales (10) heads the ball towards the goal at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington.

New England Revolution defender Darrius Barnes (25) is tripped up by Seattle Sounders midfielder Servando Carrasco (23) at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

Seattle Sounders midfielder Mauro Rosales (10) celebrates after assisting in Seattle

New England Revolution midfielder/forward Kenny Mansally (7) jumps in the air to stop the ball at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

Seattle fans call for a yellow card after Sounders midfielder Mauro Rosales (10) falls to the ground at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

Seattle Sounders defender Jhon Kennedy Hurtado (34) collides with a New England Revolution

Seattle Sounders forward Roger Levesque (24) jumps in front of New England Revolution defender Ryan Cochrane (45) for a header at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

The Seattle Sounders pose for a team photo before their match against New England Revolution at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Jun. 26, 2011.

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Seattle Roller Derby: Rat City Rollergirls @ Key Arena

This Saturday was another opportunity to watch Seattle’s scantily dressed roller derby team slam into each other while fans cheered, booed, and spilled their drinks on the floor. I have a stain on my jeans to prove the latter. If you’ve never witnessed roller derby or have no idea what the heck is happening in these photos, read my earlier post for some explanation.

Rat City Roller Girls compete at the Key Arena in Seattle, Washington on Saturday, Jun. 18, 2011.

More photos from the event here.

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FMF Soccer: U.S. Tour 2011 Ecuador vs Mexico @ Qwest Field Seattle

Over 50,000 soccer fans gathered at Qwest Field Saturday for the 2011 FMF US Tour matchup between Mexico and Ecuador. The two teams proved to be competitive, ending the match in a 1-1 tie. The game was entertaining, but I was more stunned by the organization and volume of the soccer fans. These people are loud! Seattle doesn’t just like the Sounders, they like soccer.

Special thanks to Seattle photographer Anthony Bolante for the friendly welcome… Make sure you check out his blog.

Mexico and Ecuador take the field and start their warmups at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador forward Jaime Ayovi (17) moves the ball past Mexico midfielder Gerardo Torrado (6) at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico fans celebrate at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador defender Neicer Reasco (18) jumps above Mexico midfielder Andres Guardado (18) for a header at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico defender Ricardo Osorio (5) takes the ball past Ecuador midfielder Michael Arroyo (7) at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico fans celebrate the home team at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador defender Walter Ayovi (10) leaps for the ball in a match against Mexico at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico defender Ricardo Osorio (5) and Ecuador midfielder Michael Arroyo (7) race for the ball at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico defender Ricardo Osorio (5) and Ecuador midfielder Michael Arroyo (7) fight for the ball at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico fans celebrate as the teams enter the stadium at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador defender Giovanni Caicedo (2) pushes Mexico forward Aldo De Nigris (9) to the side at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador midfielder Michael Arroyo (7) celebrates after scoring a goal at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Children display the Mexican flag before the Mexico vs Ecuador soccer match at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador forward Narciso Mina (9) slides for the ball past Mexico forward Elias Hernandez (22) at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico defender Hector Moreno (15) falls in front of Ecuador forward Jaime Ayovi (17) at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico fans celebrate the home team at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico vs. Ecuador at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico defender Hector Moreno (15) takes a shot at the goal during a match vs Ecuador at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador midfielder Segundo Castillo (14) jumps above Mexico forward Pablo Barrera (7) and Mexico forward Aldo De Nigris (9) for the ball at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador midfielder Michael Arroyo (7) and Mexico midfielder Israel Castro (8) battle for the ball at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador midfielder Edison Mendez (8) jumps onto Mexico midfielder Israel Castro (8) during the first half at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico fans celebrate at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico defender Hector Moreno (15) takes a shot at the goal during a match vs Ecuador at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador midfielder Edison Mendez (8) holds back Mexico midfielder Israel Castro (8) during the first half at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico midfielder Antonio Naelson Sinha (17) takes the ball upfield past Ecuador defender Giovanni Caicedo (2) and Ecuador midfielder Edison Mendez (8) at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa (1) returns the ball at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico midfielder Gerardo Torrado (6) and Ecuador midfielder Michael Arroyo (7) race toward the ball at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico midfielder Antonio Naelson Sinha (17) takes a fall after colliding with Ecuador forward Cristian Benitez (11) at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Ecuador defender Neicer Reasco (18) jumps above Mexico midfielder Andres Guardado (18) for a header at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

Mexico poses for a team photograph at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The game ended in a 1-1 tie.

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