Spokane Fans Form Giant '12' to Support Seahawks

Hundreds gather at Spokane Indians field to show solidarity ahead of Super Bowl

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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Ahead of the Seattle Seahawks' appearance in the Super Bowl, around 200 fans gathered at the Spokane Indians' Avista Stadium to form a massive human '12' in support of their favorite team. The fans, many wearing matching Skittle-themed ponchos, came together to demonstrate their enthusiasm for the Seahawks as the big game approaches.

Why it matters

The Seahawks have a passionate fan base across the Pacific Northwest, and this display of community support in Spokane highlights the team's regional popularity and the excitement building around their Super Bowl run.

The details

The fans, led by a mother-daughter duo named Paula Huit and Maggie Vega, coordinated to gather at the Spokane Indians' baseball field and form the giant '12' symbol, which represents the team's devoted fan base known as the '12th Man'. Despite some initial nervousness, the group came together to create the impressive visual display in support of their beloved Seahawks.

  • The event took place on February 7, 2026, just days before the Super Bowl.

The players

Paula Huit

A Spokane resident and Seahawks fan who participated in organizing the event.

Maggie Vega

The daughter of Paula Huit and fellow Seahawks fan who joined in forming the giant '12' display.

Seattle Seahawks

The professional American football team based in Seattle, Washington that is preparing to compete in the Super Bowl.

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What they’re saying

“I'm a little scared,”

— Paula Huit, Spokane resident and Seahawks fan (The Spokesman-Review)

The takeaway

This grassroots display of community support for the Seahawks in Spokane demonstrates the team's broad regional appeal and the enthusiasm of their fan base as they prepare for the Super Bowl.