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Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has another new startup: Limitless Minds applies mental lessons from sports to business

by Taylor Soper on August 15, 2018August 15, 2018 at 10:38 amComment

Long before the Super Bowl championship and the four Pro Bowl selections and the Rookie of the Year award, there was clearly something special about Russell Wilson’s mindset. Seattle Seahawks… Read More

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TLDR: Buy food and drinks with just a fingerprint, Seattle’s complex history of urban internet access, T-Mobile’s tech truck

by Starla Sampaco on August 7, 2018August 7, 2018 at 4:54 pmComment

Today’s featured stories Seattle sports stadiums all Clear for new biometric security, payments and alcohol ID verification Comcast’s Seattle expansion highlights complex history of urban internet access T-Mobile takes its… Read More

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Celebs join NFL star Russell Wilson as he launches new video series about success on TraceMe

by Taylor Soper on May 23, 2018May 23, 2018 at 10:39 amComment

Russell Wilson already knows a lot about success. But he wants to learn more — and share those lessons with the rest of the world. The Seattle Seahawks quarterback this… Read More

Microsoft powers Seahawks sports science; Trail Blazers’ new esports team; and more sports tech news

by Taylor Soper on December 16, 2017December 15, 2017 at 9:24 am1 Comment

[Love sports and technology? Sign up for our sports tech newsletter to receive this rundown from GeekWire’s Taylor Soper via email every week.] TAYLOR’S TAKE ON THE WEEK IN SPORTS TECH: One trend… Read More

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How the Seahawks use Microsoft’s new high-tech performance platform to prevent injury and plan practices

by Taylor Soper on December 12, 2017December 12, 2017 at 7:22 amComment

Microsoft’s hardware has already made its way onto NFL sidelines, as the company’s Surface tablet is used by coaches and players to strategize during games. But now its software — specifically,… Read More

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NFL star Russell Wilson invests in high-tech helmet maker Vicis as total funding nears $50M

by Taylor Soper on November 20, 2017November 20, 2017 at 12:00 pmComment

Vicis is adding another big name to its investor list as the startup gears up to make its high-tech football helmet available to high school athletes. The Seattle-based company today… Read More

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I rented an authentic NFL jersey for $20/month: Is this the future of sports fandom?

by Taylor Soper on October 17, 2017October 17, 2017 at 11:39 pmComment

Love repping your favorite NFL players and teams, but can’t afford the authentic jerseys? Don’t worry, sports fans — a new Seattle startup is here to help with a unique… Read More

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on leadership lessons from cricket and team sports

by Taylor Soper on October 11, 2017October 11, 2017 at 1:30 pmComment

Company executives across all industries can learn a lot from team sports. That was the message from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, who joined us on stage at the GeekWire Summit… Read More

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Behind-the-scenes with NFL sideline technology: Microsoft and Bose power team communication

by Taylor Soper on October 6, 2017October 6, 2017 at 2:11 pmComment

Much like how technology has changed the way you communicate with friends, family, and co-workers, it has also revolutionized how NFL players and coaches talk to each other and strategize… Read More

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Seahawks owner Paul Allen honored by team 20 years after saving franchise from leaving Seattle

by Taylor Soper on September 17, 2017September 17, 2017 at 8:30 pmComment

It’s hard to imagine Seattle’s sports scene over the past two decades without the Seahawks in town, but that could have been a reality without Paul Allen. The NFL franchise… Read More

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Seahawks aim to enhance gameday experience for fans with revamped high-tech video-control room

by Taylor Soper on September 10, 2017September 17, 2017 at 4:23 pm1 Comment

The biggest upgrade at CenturyLink Field this season may go unnoticed by most Seahawks fans — and that’s just the way the team likes it. Tucked in the southwest corner… Read More

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NFL star Russell Wilson launches new Seattle startup to connect ‘superfans’ with celebs, raises $9M from Amazon, Alibaba, YouTube founders

by Taylor Soper on September 8, 2017September 8, 2017 at 12:31 pm 4 Comments

As Russell Wilson describes the ethos of his new startup, it feels like you’re inside his Seahawks huddle, driving down the field in the fourth quarter. His words become sharp;… Read More

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Seattle Seahawks players talk about their experience wearing new high-tech Vicis helmet

by Taylor Soper on August 28, 2017September 1, 2017 at 9:58 am1 Comment

NFL players notice something different with Vicis’ new helmet. Seattle-based startup Vicis has its high-tech helmet on the NFL playing field this month as several players are trying out a… Read More

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Russell Wilson, Richard Sherman among Seahawks players wearing new high-tech Vicis helmet

by Taylor Soper on August 19, 2017August 25, 2017 at 9:38 am 6 Comments

Several Seattle Seahawks players, including stars like Russell Wilson and Richard Sherman, are wearing the new Vicis helmet during games. Embed from Getty Images The Seahawks had their preseason home… Read More

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How Strideline inked an NFL licensing deal and aims to be the ‘fastest athletic apparel company’

by Taylor Soper on August 10, 2017August 14, 2017 at 11:16 amComment

SoftBank sparked headlines in the technology world this week as the tech giant prepares to invest $1 billion into online sports apparel company Fanatics, according to The Wall Street Journal.… Read More

Leadership lessons from Pete Carroll: Develop a personal philosophy, and preach it to your team

by John Cook on July 22, 2017July 22, 2017 at 9:02 am 3 Comments

Pete Carroll just can’t help himself: He can’t stop coaching, no matter the environment. That was the case even when the legendary head coach of the Seattle Seahawks appeared in… Read More

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Full video: NFL COO on tracking fan eye movement, Amazon streaming deal, TV ratings, and more

by Taylor Soper on July 5, 2017July 5, 2017 at 3:33 pmComment

Technology is shaking up the NFL, from how fans watch games to keeping players safe on the field. Attendees at our second annual GeekWire Sports Tech Summit got the inside scoop… Read More

Marshawn Lynch buys full-page newspaper ad thanking Seahawks owner Paul Allen and fans

by Taylor Soper on April 29, 2017April 29, 2017 at 12:34 pm 2 Comments

“Beast Mode” is showing love to Seattle and Microsoft’s co-founder as he prepares for NFL life in a new city. Marshawn Lynch bought a full-page ad in tomorrow’s Sunday Seattle… Read More

Photos: Seahawks host first-ever Madden 17 Championship Tournament in Seattle

by Taylor Soper on March 3, 2017March 3, 2017 at 1:53 pmComment

Virtual football collided with real football at a first-of-its-kind event on Thursday evening in Seattle. The Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) transformed into a video game party of sorts as the… Read More

Former NFL star QB Warren Moon predicts Seahawks playoff game and talks tech at CES

by Taylor Soper on January 7, 2017January 7, 2017 at 11:16 am 2 Comments

LAS VEGAS — There are tons of big-name sports stars at CES this week checking out the giant technology expo for the first time as more and more players take interest… Read More

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Samsung files for ‘Beast Mode’ trademark — but is Marshawn Lynch in on this action, boss?

by John Cook on December 24, 2016November 9, 2017 at 9:19 am 6 Comments

There’s only one “Beast Mode” in Seattle. But Marshawn Lynch, the well-known former running back for the Seattle Seahawks, might have a little competition around the “Beast Mode” brand. Filings… Read More

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen uses Lenovo ThinkPad laptop at Seahawks game during Sunday Night Football

by Taylor Soper on December 4, 2016December 5, 2016 at 10:20 am 7 Comments

Paul Allen uses a Lenovo ThinkPad — while watching Seahawks games, at least. During the second quarter of the nationally-televised Carolina vs. Seattle game on Sunday Night Football, NBC aired a live… Read More

Ex-NFL star Marshawn Lynch teams up with Amazon to drive the Treasure Truck, autograph ‘Beast Mode’ Echo devices

by Taylor Soper on December 3, 2016December 4, 2016 at 8:53 amComment

The Treasure Truck is going Beast Mode. Amazon’s deals-on-wheels truck has a cool offering for customers today with an extra special guest: former Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch. Lynch, who spent six… Read More

Seahawks star Richard Sherman on Donald Trump, Microsoft Surface, power of grit, favorite apps

by Taylor Soper on October 16, 2016October 16, 2016 at 1:55 pm 4 Comments

Richard Sherman doesn’t think much of Donald Trump’s comments about concussions in the NFL. GeekWire caught up with the Seahawks star after his appearance at an American Express local merchant… Read More

After nearly dying on the field, retired NFL player Ricardo Lockette explains the power of grit

by Taylor Soper on October 7, 2016October 7, 2016 at 1:35 pm1 Comment

For Ricardo Lockette, overcoming adversity started long before the former NFL wide receiver and special teams stud nearly died on the field last year in Dallas. It starts in Albany,… Read More

The power of grit: Former Seattle Seahawk Ricardo Lockette to share inspiring story at 2016 GeekWire Summit

by John Cook on September 21, 2016April 10, 2017 at 9:51 am1 Comment

Ricardo Lockette’s story is one of survival, perseverance and grit. And now the former wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks — whose football career was tragically ended after a devastating… Read More

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Seahawks Richard Sherman & Bobby Wagner talk video games, geekiness and trash at PAX

by Kevin Lisota on September 5, 2016November 9, 2017 at 1:28 pm1 Comment

Seahawks defenders Richard Sherman and Bobby Wagner were on hand at PAX West this weekend. In between their time spent crushing helmets with tanks, GeekWire caught up with the athletes to talk… Read More

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Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has another new startup: Limitless Minds applies mental lessons from sports to business

TLDR: Buy food and drinks with just a fingerprint, Seattle’s complex history of urban internet access, T-Mobile’s tech truck

Celebs join NFL star Russell Wilson as he launches new video series about success on TraceMe

Microsoft powers Seahawks sports science; Trail Blazers’ new esports team; and more sports tech news

How the Seahawks use Microsoft’s new high-tech performance platform to prevent injury and plan practices

NFL star Russell Wilson invests in high-tech helmet maker Vicis as total funding nears $50M

I rented an authentic NFL jersey for $20/month: Is this the future of sports fandom?

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on leadership lessons from cricket and team sports

Behind-the-scenes with NFL sideline technology: Microsoft and Bose power team communication

Seahawks owner Paul Allen honored by team 20 years after saving franchise from leaving Seattle

Seahawks aim to enhance gameday experience for fans with revamped high-tech video-control room

NFL star Russell Wilson launches new Seattle startup to connect ‘superfans’ with celebs, raises $9M from Amazon, Alibaba, YouTube founders

Seattle Seahawks players talk about their experience wearing new high-tech Vicis helmet

Russell Wilson, Richard Sherman among Seahawks players wearing new high-tech Vicis helmet

How Strideline inked an NFL licensing deal and aims to be the ‘fastest athletic apparel company’

Leadership lessons from Pete Carroll: Develop a personal philosophy, and preach it to your team

Full video: NFL COO on tracking fan eye movement, Amazon streaming deal, TV ratings, and more

Marshawn Lynch buys full-page newspaper ad thanking Seahawks owner Paul Allen and fans

Photos: Seahawks host first-ever Madden 17 Championship Tournament in Seattle

Former NFL star QB Warren Moon predicts Seahawks playoff game and talks tech at CES

Samsung files for ‘Beast Mode’ trademark — but is Marshawn Lynch in on this action, boss?

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen uses Lenovo ThinkPad laptop at Seahawks game during Sunday Night Football

Ex-NFL star Marshawn Lynch teams up with Amazon to drive the Treasure Truck, autograph ‘Beast Mode’ Echo devices

Seahawks star Richard Sherman on Donald Trump, Microsoft Surface, power of grit, favorite apps

After nearly dying on the field, retired NFL player Ricardo Lockette explains the power of grit

The power of grit: Former Seattle Seahawk Ricardo Lockette to share inspiring story at 2016 GeekWire Summit

Seahawks Richard Sherman & Bobby Wagner talk video games, geekiness and trash at PAX

Seahawks partner with Volt Athletics to donate ‘intelligent workout app’ for high school football teams

How Snapchat helped this NFL player get a job with the Seahawks

Microsoft debuts new NFL team-branded Surface Pro 4 Type Covers for $160

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