These 15 athletes, coaches and executives from the state’s sports scene emerged during 2015 to make news.
Jenny Boucek, Storm coach
The fourth head coach in Storm history was promoted from associate coach last season. The former standout guard at Virginia, considered one of the WNBA’s top developmental coaches and a former NBA advance scout with the Sonics, oversaw Seattle’s rebuilding plan. Boucek brought an up-tempo style to a young team that finished 10-24.
Jake Browning, UW QB
The first true freshman in Huskies history to start a season opener at quarterback, Browning threw for 2,955 yards, the fifth-best UW season, with 16 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.