91st Annual Sports Star of the Year

90th annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards honors Washington athletes

90th annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards honors Washington athletes

Three Seahawks Inducted Into PNW Football Hall Of Fame, Two More Win Seattle Sports Star Awards

Three Seahawks Inducted Into PNW Football Hall Of Fame, Two More Win Seattle Sports Star Awards

Fred Couples earned lifetime achievement award, Jim Nantz came to the rescue with speech

Fred Couples earned lifetime achievement award, Jim Nantz came to the rescue with speech

90th Sports Star of the Year Awards honor the best in Washington Sports

90th Sports Star of the Year Awards honor the best in Washington Sports

Seahawks Arnold Named 90SSY Sports Leader | Raible & Babineaux to Host

Announcement

February 19, 2025

Announcement

Seahawks Arnold Named 90SSY Sports Leader | Raible & Babineaux to Host

February 19, 2025

Washington’s Biggest Night Out for Sports

Royal Brougham Sports Legend Award

This award is given to one honoree each year, selected by the committee as someone who has excelled in their sport and exemplifies the spirit of our state. Named after the Sports Star creator and Sports Editor of the Seattle P-I, Royal Brougham was determined to create a permanent home and celebration of those legendary moments that make Washington sports what it is.

Kasey Keller

Michelle Akers

Keith Jackson Media Excellence Award

Some of the most recognizable voices in Washington sports have received this award for excellence in communicating the sports stories of our state. The award pays homage to Keith Jackson, a WSU alum and beloved sports commentator. From hydroplane races to minor league baseball, Keith Jackson covered locally and as a celebrated national broadcaster for ABC Sports and ABC Radio.

Presented By:

Tony Ventrella

Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award

The recipient of this award is someone who has made an impact on the greater Seattle community through their philanthropic contributions or dedication to community. The award was given the moniker for lifelong sports fan and philanthropist Paul G. Allen, who helped keep the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle when he bought the team, built our stadium, and helped launch 2-time MLS Cup Champion Seattle Sounders FC.

Presented By:

Mike and Kathy Holmgren

Mascot of the Year

For the first time ever, Washington Sports Fans can vote for the Mascot of the Year Award honors a dynamic and beloved character who brings unmatched energy, creativity, and community spirit to every game, event, and fan interaction—elevating the experience and representing their team with pride.

Sports Story of the Year

From the highest highs to the devastating losses, we feel each moment together as sports fans. This award celebrates the victories of our teams and the accolades of our athletes.

Presented By:

Seattle Torrent Takes the Ice

Sounders FC First to Fill Trophy Case with Continental Conquest

UW Soccer Captures National Attention

Seahawks to Super Bowl LX with Winningest Season

Mariners Postseason Magic while Raleigh Sets Records

Sports Star of the Year, Women's Sports

Since introducing the category, Sports Star of the Year has worked to acknowledge and celebrate the vast array of powerful athletes throughout women's sports.

Presented By:

Gabby Williams

Seattle Storm | All-Star Defense

Caroline Penner

Seattle U Soccer | High-scoring All-American

Amanda and Hana Moll

UW Track and Field, Pole Vault | National Record Breakers

Emily Lundgren

WSU Swimming | Cougars’ First All-American

Yvonne Ejim

Gonzaga Basketball | Bulldogs All-time Great

Jordyn Bugg

Reign FC | Standout Defender

Sports Star of the Year, Men's Sports

Washington athletes have been honored in a variety of sports over the last nine decades. The wonderful thing about Sports Star is the celebration of other key people in athletics, with the inaugural award going to referee Bobby Morris.

Presented By:

Bryan Woo

Mariners | American League All-Star

Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Seahawks | NFL’s Leading Receiver

Cristian Roldan

Sounders FC | Star Midfielder

Nathan Green

UW Track and Field | Two-time National Champion

Richie Aman

UW Soccer | Hermann Trophy Finalist