A minicamp was held by the Seattle Seahawks for all players from April 30 to May 2. In mid-April and mid-June, to voluntary training camps, the minicamp was sandwiched between. As many people were interested, the event was highly anticipated to see how new coach Pete Carroll would operate in the NFL.
The decision by Seattle to not to allow linebacker Leroy Hill to attend was a notable event related to the April 30 minicamp. For investigation of domestic violence in the Seattle suburb of Issaquah, the troubled player was arrested in early April, on a marijuana charge in Georgia, just days after reaching a plea deal.
Rookie wide receiver Golden Tate’s performance left Seattle’s coaching staff very impressed. Seahawks offensive coordinator Jeremy Bates said about Tate, “I know one thing, over the past two days he’s been very impressive. His work ethic has been unbelievable.” with the performance of defensive lineman Red Bryant, Coach Carroll mentioned that he was impressed, a fourth-round selection heading into his third year out of Texas A&M. In a Sunday scrimmage, he blocked a pass from the defensive end position.
As per the NFL matchup reports, For the Seahawks, the camp provided an opportunity learn to play in adverse weather conditions. They had to play through windy and cold weather. With Coach Carroll’s emphasis on “finishing strong”, it coincided well. The significance of finishing strong and how was mentioned by Matt Hasselbeck, quarterback when the team really put their effort into doing it, the weather issues was all but negated.
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