Seahawks visit troops overseas to boost morale

Kirkland - In accordance with the Department of Defense Armed Forces Entertainment Office, Seahawks Alex Bannister and Damien Robinson lead a Seahawks contingent including former Seahawks receiver Paul Johns and the Sea Gals Show Group on a tour of Southwest Asia, including the countries of United Arab Emirates and Qatar from March 24-31.

"It's an honor for the Seattle Seahawks to have the opportunity to meet and entertain the men and women of our armed services during their deployments to the Middle East," says Seahawks Vice President Mike Flood. "Their dedication to duty allows all of us in America to pursue our lives in freedom. Our players and Sea Gals are proud to have a chance to give a taste of the NFL to those so far from home."

The two players understood the importance of these visits as each has experienced the military-style way of life growing up with a family member involved in the service.