Sue Bird

A trailblazer, champion, and icon—Sue Bird’s legacy now stands in bronze outside Climate Pledge Arena, where her career defined a generation of Seattle basketball. A statue honoring WNBA legend and Hall of Famer Sue Bird was unveiled on Sunday, August 17, at 10:00 a.m. The Seattle Storm became the first franchise in WNBA history to dedicate a statue to a former player.

Bird’s statue was created by Julie Rotblatt-Amrany of Rotblatt Amrany Studio, known for iconic sports statues such as Ken Griffey Jr. and A’ja Wilson.

The piece reflected Sue’s journey, her connection to fans, and her lasting influence. It was crafted through a process that balanced traditional sculpting with modern techniques.