Conversations with KD Hall this week announced its 7th episode will be a special one-hour broadcast celebrating 90 years of Seattle sports history, which will air this coming Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, at 10 a.m. on KING 5, KING 5 Plus and YouTube.
This special broadcast takes viewers on an extraordinary journey through the most iconic moments in Seattle sports, reflecting on the city’s champions, challenges, and the highly anticipated return of the beloved SuperSonics. The episode highlights the resilience of Seattle’s sports community, showcasing how athletics have shaped the city’s identity over the past nine decades.
“90 Years of Seattle Sports: A Journey from 1935 to 2025” delves into the evolution of sports in the Emerald City, celebrating key milestones such as the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory, the Seattle Storm’s WNBA dominance, and the Seattle SuperSonics’ NBA Championship. The episode will also explore the impact of the pandemic on sports and highlight the emergence and growing influence of women in sports.
Viewers will hear from Seattle’s most influential sports figures, including NBA Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens, Seattle Kraken’s Mari Horita, Sounders FC leaders Taylor Graham and Maya Mendoza-Exstrom, and former UW Husky Mario Bailey. The special will also feature voices from the broader Seattle sports community, including Wardell Jeffries, Dr. Timmie Foster, Marcus Harden, and Brian Robinson from the SuperSonics fan movement.
A Sneak Peek at the 90th Sports Star of the Year Awards
This episode of Conversations with KD Hall also serves as a celebratory lead-up to the 90th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards Show, hosted by the Seattle Sports Commission on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, at the Seattle Convention Center Summit. This prestigious event honors Washington’s top athletes and community leaders, continuing a legacy that has been central to the region’s sports culture for nearly a century.
Broadcast Details:
- Air Date: Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, 10 a.m. PST
- Where to Watch: KING 5, KING 5 Plus and YouTube
“Join us as we celebrate 90 years of passion, perseverance, and pride in Seattle sports.”
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Here’s a promo trailer about this program:
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