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Seattle Storm Unveil First WNBA Franchise Statue Honoring Sue Bird

Honoring women’s sports progress, the statue stands outside Climate Pledge Arena ahead of a free fan festival.

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Overview

  • An eight-foot, 650-pound bronze likeness of Sue Bird was revealed at a 10 a.m. ceremony on August 17 outside Climate Pledge Arena.
  • The installation marks the first time a WNBA franchise has dedicated a permanent statue to a former player.
  • Julie Rotblatt-Amrany sculpted the work for Roblatt Amrany Studio, depicting Bird in a layup pose she selected.
  • A free community festival began at noon, followed by the ‘Forever Sue’ game against the Phoenix Mercury at 3 p.m.
  • Bird issued a statement of gratitude, and Storm CEO Alisha Valavanis along with Mayor Bruce Harrell praised her transformative impact on and off the court.