Russell Wilson gives away his new Nike’s during Seattle Children’s Hospital visit
Nov 16, 2016, 10:36 AM
Russell Wilson is no stranger to giving or lifting spirits at Seattle Children’s Hospital. He mixed those passions Tuesday by giving away a “special gift”: Pairs of his new line of Nike sneakers.
Today may be one of the coolest days ever!!!
I’m passing out my new @Nike Shoe to All the kids @SeattleChildren now!
Love these Kiddos! pic.twitter.com/POtm5AwJyS
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) November 15, 2016
Nike, which signed the Seahawks quarterback to a long-term endorsement deal in January, released the Nike Flex show TR 5 RW kids’ shoes on Wednesday. Wilson’s fans at the hospital got the first batch.
First came Hailie, a week after her heart transplant.
Hailie 7 days after her heart transplant! A gift for the angel! @SeattleChildrens @Nike
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Then came “speedster” Bryson.
Followed by the “Boss Lady.”
Boss Lady with the Sneaks! @SeattleChildrens @Nike
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The video game champ.
Superfan Avery.
Avery has watched every play since my Rookie Yr! Had to bring her a fresh new pair & give her love bc she’s @StrongVsCancer @SeattleChildren pic.twitter.com/WaEC1cB6eh
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) November 16, 2016
And future TV star Mason.
Dear @TheEllenShow ..
Mason & I are coming to join you on your show in the offseason! No questions asked! @SeattleChildren @Nike #TooFunny pic.twitter.com/grBp6kJSFZ
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) November 16, 2016
Wilson visits the Hospital every Tuesday and broadcasts his interactions with kids on Facebook Live. Wilson donated more than $1 million to the hospital and its Strong Against Cancer initiative through his Why Not You Foundation in August. He’s also hoping to give back to the city as a whole — announcing Monday that he’s partnering with the Sonics Arena Group to help bring the NBA back to Seattle.
