TUKWILA — Although still wearing a mask and keeping a healthy distance from reporters, Brian Schmetzer announced that he’ll be available to coach Saturday’s match against the Portland Timbers.
Schmetzer had previously revealed that he tested positive for Covid-19. But after going through the health and safety protocols — which include a requirement to receive two negative tests — he’s now been cleared to return.
“Covid has not gone away,” Schmetzer told reporters on Friday, noting that he was wearing the mask out of respect to reporters and team staff. “I was triple vaccinated. It happens.