RENTON — A day after the Marysville Pilchuck football team traveled to Renton to practice at Seahawks headquarters, head coach Pete Carroll and several players talked about the visit, and it was clear the Tomahawks weren’t the only group to take a lot out of the experience.
“That was an amazing experience,” Carroll said.
“As always is the case, both sides receive a lot out of that kind of exchange. Our guys were really moved by their energy and their enthusiasm. They have a lot of responsibility on them in that they’re kind of carrying the spirit for their area. They’re somewhat of a rallying point, I would think, and they’re really up for the challenge. Coach (Brandon) Carson seemed to have those guys disciplined and tuned in, it was really, really exciting to see.”
Carroll also made a point to once again credit the Oak Harbor football team, which forfeited last week’s game against Marysville Pilchuck, giving the Tomahawks the top spot in the Wesco 3A north division. Carroll said the Wildcats, who were also invited to practice at Seahawks headquarters, will likely come out next week.
“And just to make the mention again about Oak Harbor making their gesture to recognize that opportunity and then make a great choice to give those guys an opportunity to stay in the playoff hunt and all of that, that was really tremendous,” he said. “I think they’re going to come see us next week, which we’re thrilled to be able to exchange with those guys.
Added cornerback Richard Sherman, “They seemed like, for a moment in time, they forgot about everything that happened and everything that was going on, and were able to enjoy the moment and take pictures and smile and laugh and have a good time. Obviously the reality of the situation is what it is, and it’s going to be a tough road getting back to normality for them, but I’m glad we could take a little bit of stress off of them.”
Herald Writer John Boyle: jboyle@heraldnet.com
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