In this edition of Inside the Arena, Niko is back from Santa Clara and sounding off on the sudden departure of UW QB Demond Williams and what it means for the future of NIL.

Plus, Chris introduces us to the RailSpur development in Pioneer Square, that has been boosted by bonus Mariners and now Seahawks games in advance of the 2026 World Cup.

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Back in July, Seattle Supersonic and NBA Legend Spencer Haywood sat down with Chris in Las Vegas to talk about his legacy, upbringing and why Seattle is so near and dear to his heart. The never before seen or heard interview is unearthed for this episode of ITA.

Plus Niko and Chris make their predictions for the biggest sports stories of 2026 in a special edition of Four Corners.

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Seattle Sonics Legend Shawn Kemp is finally sitting down to discuss

Kemp explains how it has forced him to address his physical

Plus, Niko reveals his top five sports stories of 2025!

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In a jam packed week, Niko and Chris take a breath to talk about the epic Seahawks game, and art. Specifically, the work of Keegan Hall who is taking his talents to baseball cards.

Niko talks with Keegan about his inspiration and where you can find a collectible.

Niko and Chris also react to the very memorable Hawks win over the Rams, and the interesting new comments from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver about expansion and Seattle.

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It's been a crazy few weeks for Seattle FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee Chair Peter Tomozawa who reacts to the draw, and the next steps for the 2026 event.

He shares new details about the planned Celebration of Nations and which team may train full time in Seattle.

Plus Peter opens up about a serious personal health scare and how it has shaped his outlook on the event.

Niko and Chris also talk about the crazy world of College Football, and WSU's Jimmy Rogers, whose loyalty to the Cougs lasted less than a full year.

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Friend of the show Beth Knox, CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission, brings us up to speed on all of the events in 2025, and looks ahead to 2026 including the bid process for future regional events.

Plus, Niko and Chris cover the "Four Corners" and what's good and bad this week, including College coaches, World Cup ticket access, and more.

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The Seattle Kraken are solidifying a relationship in the State of Alaska.

In this episode of "Inside the Arena", Niko and Chris venture to the Last Frontier, to talk about why the franchise has continued to pour money into youth hockey in Alaska. You'll hear from the Anchorage Hockey Association's Kirk Kullberg and Kraken Senior Director Kyle Boyd.

As always, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad off the ice, court, and field of play in "Four Corners", including what could be the end of the pitch for a Sounders FC legend.

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In this edition of Inside the Arena, we take a serious turn with Olympian and former swimming World Record holder Margaret Hoelzer. She's become a strong advocate for preventing sexual abuse in youth sports.

Plus, on the lighter side, Niko and Chris talk about the Mariners re-signing of first baseman Josh Naylor and what it means off the field. Niko talks 1-on-1 with Naylor about why he and the M's made such a quick deal.

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Niko and Chris have a jam packed episode that features Washington Senator Maria Cantwell sitting down for an exclusive discussion about her bill to reform NIL guidelines in college sports.

Plus, we dedicate the Supersonic Minute to remember Seattle sports legend and philanthropist Lenny Wilkens, who passed away this week at the age of 88.

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It's a new day for the WNBA's Seattle Storm who have hired Sonia Raman as the new head coach.

Niko talks 1-on-1 with Raman about taking the role, and her history making move to the Storm.

Plus, Niko and Chris break down what the Sounders might be thinking around a new soccer-specific stadium in Renton.

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