On Tuesday, September 8th, the Seattle Storm honored one of their greatest players in franchise history, Sue Bird, with a monumental jersey retirement ceremony. Bird, who is a four-time WNBA champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and 11-time WNBA All-Star, was celebrated for her incredible career with the Storm.
The ceremony began with a video tribute to Bird’s career, which included highlights from her time with the Storm as well as her time with the U.S. Women’s National Team. Following the video, Bird was presented with a framed No. 10 jersey, which was retired by the team in her honor. The jersey was unveiled to the crowd in a special ceremony that included Storm owner Lisa Brummel, Storm president and GM Alisha Valavanis, and Storm head coach Dan Hughes.
After the jersey unveiling, Bird addressed the crowd and thanked them for their support throughout her career. She also thanked her teammates, coaches, and staff for their help and guidance over the years. Bird also spoke about how much she enjoyed playing for the Storm and how much she appreciated the fans’ support.
The ceremony concluded with a standing ovation from the crowd and a fireworks display in Bird’s honor. It was a fitting end to an incredible career and a testament to Bird’s impact on the Storm and the WNBA as a whole.
The Seattle Storm’s jersey retirement ceremony for Sue Bird was an emotional and fitting tribute to one of the greatest players in WNBA history. Bird’s accomplishments are unparalleled and her impact on the game will be remembered for years to come. The Storm organization is proud to have been able to honor her in such a special way and will continue to celebrate her legacy for years to come.
