US EditionSue Bird Will Be Immortalized with Statue as Storm Celebrate Legendary Career
- On August 17, 2024, the Seattle Storm held a ceremony to reveal a statue of Sue Bird near Climate Pledge Arena, preceding their game against the Phoenix Mercury.
- Bird concluded her 21-year career with Seattle in 2022, earning four WNBA titles and being selected as an All-Star 13 times; in 2024, she became part of the Storm's ownership group.
- The statue, created by sculptor Julie Rotblatt-Amrany of Roblatt Amrany Studio, marks the first time a WNBA franchise has dedicated a statue to a former player, recognizing Bird's impact on basketball and Seattle culture.
- Bird expressed that the statue represents more than just herself; it symbolizes hope for anyone aspiring to follow their dreams, while Storm President Alisha Valavanis described the statue as a commitment to ensuring that Sue’s legacy continues to inspire future generations.
- The unveiling and related events celebrate Bird's legacy as a sports icon and leader, highlighting her Olympic success, national team role, and the cultural shift she helped create in women’s sports.
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Seattle Storm to unveil Sue Bird statue honoringWNBA legend
HeraldNet.com HeraldNet.com - Everett and Snohomish County news from The Daily Herald in Everett, Washington The Seattle Storm announced on Wednesday that the franchise will honor the former UConn women’s basketball and WNBA legend with a statue outside Climate Pledge Arena. Seattle will unveil the statue on Aug. 17 ahead of its home game against the Phoenix Mercury. Seattle Storm to unveil Sue Bird statue honoringWNBA legend Wire Service
The Source |SOURCE SPORTS: Sue Bird to Receive First-Ever WNBA Player Statue
Sue Bird will make history as the first WNBA player to be honored with a statue. The Seattle Storm will unveil the monument on August 17 outside Climate Pledge Arena.… The post SOURCE SPORTS: Sue Bird to Receive First-Ever WNBA Player Statue appeared first on .
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The SaratogianSeattle Storm to unveil statue of UConn women’s basketball legend Sue Bird
The UConn women's basketball legend and Basketball Hall of Famer will be honored with a sculpture outside of Climate Pledge Arena, home of the Seattle Storm, the team announced Wednesday.
Congratulations Are Pouring In For WNBA Legend Sue Bird
The 10 Best Dressed WNBA Players (1:16) Sue Bird's playing days are long gone, but she's dominating the headlines in the WNBA this Wednesday. Bird spent her entire WNBA career with the Seattle Storm, averaging 11.7 points and 5.6 assists per game. She was a 13-time All-Star, four-time WNBA champion and three-time assists leader. The UConn legend was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame this year. With that said, Seattle will honor B…
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