Northwest Sports Update Kraken can Bylsma, Raleigh and Mariners stay hot, new high school sport in WA and more

The Seattle Kraken announced the firing of head coach Dan Bylsma, who led the team to a 35-41-6 record in his only season. This decision marks the team's second coaching change in two years, following the dismissal of Dave Hakstol last offseason. Meanwhile, the Seattle Mariners solidified their status as a top contender, winning eight of their last ten games and taking two out of three from the Toronto Blue Jays. Rowdy Tellez homered in all three games of the series, and Cal Raleigh continued his hot streak with seven home runs in his last nine games. Dylan Moore's performance earned him the American League Player of the Week award.

In a landmark decision, the WIAA voted to sanction girls flag football, marking the first new high school sport in Washington since 1999. The association also approved stricter transfer eligibility rules, limiting student-athletes who transfer schools. Proposals to restrict transgender participation in high school sports were rejected, emphasizing ongoing debates about inclusivity in athletics.