[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 39 (Monday, March 18, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E321]
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                     HONORING THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS

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                         HON. DAVID G. REICHERT

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 18, 2013

  Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the extraordinary 
merit of the Seattle Seahawks today, March 18, 2013.
  The Seattle Seahawks finished the 2012 season with an overall record 
of 11-5, including a perfect home field record of 8-0 in an 
entertaining season. Included in their 11-5 record, they dominated with 
back to back 50 point games against their opponents.
  They advanced to the playoffs, winning the NFC wild card and fighting 
through two rollercoaster playoff games--the spirit of the ``12th man'' 
supporting and driving them forward. With six Seahawks players, one 
being their rookie quarterback, on the roster for the 2013 Pro Bowl, 
they helped ensure a NFC victory.
  Seattle demonstrated great cohesion and teamwork throughout the 
season, being ranked number one in the NFL in scoring defense. The 
offense set single season records for total rushing yards, average 
rushing yards and per carry average during the 2012 regular season.
  Coach Pete Carroll has been an inspirational leader rebuilding the 
Seahawks and strengthening team unity. He has also been instrumental 
working with youth in our communities through A Better Seattle, a 
partnership to help create a culture for safety and peace while 
reducing violence in our communities.
  As the Chairman of the Charitable/Exempt Organizations Tax Reform 
Working Group, I am pleased that, in addition to Coach Carroll, there 
are so many players from my hometown sports team that have Charitable 
Foundations. Their passion for giving back to their community 
exemplifies the spirit of the Pacific Northwest.
  Mr. Speaker, I again offer my appreciation for the community spirit 
of Seattle Seahawks and congratulations for an outstanding and 
entertaining 2012 season and look forward to their 2013 season. Go 
Hawks.

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