Tag: Seattle Sports Commission

Former Seahawk Doug Baldwin receives Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award

For all his philanthropic efforts, former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin received the 2023 Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award.

Former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin was honored this week at the Seattle Sports Commission’s 88th Annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards banquet.

For his philanthropic contributions throughout the Pacific Northwest, Baldwin received the 2023 Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award, presented by Microsoft.

“Doug truly exemplifies the spirit of the Humanitarian Award and its namesake, Paul G. Allen,” Seattle Sports Commission President and CEO Beth Knox said via the Seahawks website. “We are so proud to honor Doug’s tireless efforts to serve our community and recognize his leadership in creating more equitable opportunities across our region.”

Also honored Tuesday night were Seahawks Legends K.J. Wright and Michael Jackson (1979-86), who were inducted into the 2023 Pacific Northwest Football Hall of Fame Class.

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll was nominated for Sports Leader of the Year and quarterback Geno Smith for Seattle Sports Male Star of the Year but neither took home the award.

The full Seattle Sports Commission’s 88th Annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards show will air on FOX13 Seattle on March 20.

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Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett wins Seattle Male Sports Star of the Year Award

Seattle Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett was the recipient of the male Seattle Sports Star of the Year Award for his impressive 2021 season.

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Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson wasn’t the only one to win an award at Thursday night’s Sports Star of the Year Awards. Wide receiver Tyler Lockett was the recipient of the coveted Male Sports Star of the Year honor for his accomplishments last season.

Lockett received his award in person during the event at the Westin Hotel and was presented by some legendary members of the Seattle SuperSonics.

“Being able to go up there and being a recipient of the award, it really means a lot to me,” Lockett told FOX13 after the event. “Like I said, I was a part of this for like two years and I didn’t win. One year I got the chance to be able to announce the recipient. And this time I’m able to have the chance to win. Being able to win allows me to be able to appreciate it differently because I’ve had years of experience throughout life that allowed me to appreciate moments like this more than I probably would have if I’d won earlier.”

Lockett had himself a banner 2021, also earning himself the Steve Largent Award and the Seahawks’ nomination for the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.

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Seahawks’ K.J. Wright awarded Male Seattle Sports Star of the Year

Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright was awarded the Male Seattle Sports Star of the Year Award from the Seattle Sports Commission.

On Saturday, Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright received the Male Sports Star of the Year Award from the Seattle Sports Commission.

Wright had a stellar 2020 season, accumulating 86 tackles (60 solo), 11 tackles for loss, two sacks, an interception, 10 passes defensed, a forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries in 16 games and 16 starts.

In addition to his consistency on the field, Wright has been an active member in the community during his decade-long career with the Seahawks, and fans took notice.

“This award, it’s truly an honor,” Wright said. “It’s an award the fans voted for—I’ve always tried to be a staple in the community, on and off the field, and to be recognized with this award is amazing. I’ve always watched the show—I’ve never been—but I’ve always watched it and seen some of my teammates be a part of it, and I thought it’d be cool to be part of it someday. So I’m really excited.”

The veteran linebacker reflected on his accomplishments in the blue and green and expressed hope that he will stay in Seattle for the 2021 season.

“It’s meant everything,” he said. “I believe I put together a Ring-of-Honor resume with my play, how I’ve helped in the community, helped bring the team a Super Bowl. The legacy is pretty cool. I’m thankful for every play that I’ve played, and I definitely want to come back and finish it and get a ring. We’ll have to wait and see.”

Wright previously stated that he wishes to be compensated properly following one of his best seasons to date. We’ll see what happens when free agency rolls around.

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Seahawks K.J. Wright nominated for SCC’s Men’s Sports Star of the Year

Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright has been nominated for the Seattle Sports Commission’s Men’s Sports Star of the Year Award.

The Seattle Sports Commission has announced the nominees for this year’s Men’s Sports Star of the Year Awards and Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright has earned himself a spot in the mix.

Wright joins UW’s Elijah Molden, WSU’s Kyle Manzardo, Mariners’ Kyle Lewis and Sounders’ Jordan Morris, who have also been nominated for the award.

“This season was everything that I hoped it would be, just my 10th year with Seattle, I was balling just looking good making plays all over the field, and it felt really, really good, because a lot of people counted me out,” Wright said via the Seahawks website. “A lot of people doubted that I could do it, and I proved to myself how good I am, I proved to the whole world how good I am.

“So I’m proud of myself, I’m proud of my team for helping me get here.”

Wright finished the year logging 86 combined tackles, 11 tackles for loss, 10 passes defensed, two sacks, one interception, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.

To vote Wright for the 86th Men’s Sports Star of the Year Award, click here. Voting closes at 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 6

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Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett nominated for Male Sports Star of the Year

For his impressive 2019 campaign, Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett has been nominated for the MTRWestern Male Sports Star of the Year award.

Since 1936, the annual Sports Star of the Year awards ceremony has honored student and professional athletes around Washington state. This year, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett has been nominated for the Male Sports Star of the Year.

“Wide receiver Tyler Lockett stepped into the role of Seattle’s No. 1 receiver and came up big,” the Seattle Sports Commission notes on the ballot. “Despite suffering a serious leg injury and battling the flu, Lockett led the team in receptions and receiving yards, and tied for the lead in touchdown catches. He was Russell Wilson’s favorite target in the clutch.”

Lockett will be competing against Washington midfielder Blake Bodily, Washington State running back Max Borghi, Gonzaga forward Rui Hachimura, Sounders forward Raúl Ruidíaz and Washington guard Matisse Thybulle for the honor.

The voting is now closed and the winner will be revealed live during the 85th Annual MTRWestern Sports Star of the Year awards banquet on February 6 at The Westin Seattle.

Click here for more information and to purchase tickets to the event.

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