How is it that a Mariners game, a concert at the Key Arena and an exhibition soccer match at Qwest (Field) all be scheduled on the same day during commuting hours? My commute is already two hours (I take the bus), and such events make traffic horrendous. Is there any concern for the general public that just wants to get home after work, rather than sit for hours in traffic?

Also, I find the aforementioned exhibition match a curiosity. How is it that Seattle can have over 55,000 people willing to spend top dollar to attend a match with no local favorites, yet our local professional soccer team averages about 3,000 to 4,000 per match. For those so-claimed soccer fans, check out your local Seattle Sounders.

Catherine Melchior

Junction