It's no secret Richard Sherman is an outspoken cornerback on the Seahawks. He says the ability to speak his mind and not being forced to live a certain way is extremely important to him.
Quarterback for Washington State University, Luke Falk, says he looks up to people like Tom Brady and Steve Nash, but also his father and mother are huge influences in his life.
With the opportunity he's been given, Mariners All-Star second baseman Robinson Cano feels it's important to give back to the small town he grew up in.
Dylan Remick, Seattle Sounders leftback, is grateful to his parents for showing him the benefits of helping children in his community. He loves seeing a child smile when they meet their favorite Seattle sports star.
Steve Raible, Seahawks play by play radio announcer and KIRO 7 anchor, counts himself lucky to be with the Seattle Seahawks from the beginning and with a news organization from the early days. As a kid from Louisville, Kentucky, he never expected to meet his wife and make his home in such a special place.
Tight end Luke Willson wasn't expected to be a significant contributor during his rookie season with the Seahawks, but than changed when an injury elevated him up the depth chart. Willson has an interesting take on what it means to be great, believing that it's not just about enjoying success but not being held back by the fear of failure.
For Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin, everything in his life starts and ends with faith. Faith in his abilities. Faith in the support system around him, from teammates to family members. Above all, Baldwin says it's his faith in God and belief in a plan for his success on and off the football field.
Mike Zunino is gifted with an intellect that matches his elite athletic skills, and he understands the responsibility that comes along with such talents. He's praised by veterans for his pitch calling and game management, but Zunino says there's another way he can help his teammates that has nothing to do with a mitt or a bat.
Taijuan Walker has been a source of excitement, promise and hope for Mariners fans since he was drafted in 2010. For Walker, pitching in the big leagues isn't so much a dream as the fulfillment to give back. It's the product of hard work, courage and a sense of determination he learned the hard way from one very special person growing up.
