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Joyce’s Angels Interview with Football Player and Activist SENECA WALLACE by Joshua Seibert
JS: In honor of your mother Linda Joyce Wallace, your mission is to serve the fight against multiple myeloma through charity work and research. When did you decide to start “Joyce’s Angels”? SW: I decided to start Joycesangels.org in 2012. JS: Your mother Linda passed away, (God Bless her soul), from Multiple Myeloma when you were a young man. How did this impact your life and football career? SW: It impacted significantly, but without the support of my friends and my teammates of the Seattle Seahawks, I wouldn’t have been able to continue to move forward with my NFL career. After her passing, I found the drive to continue to push forward knowing that’s what she wanted me to do with my career. JS: Being an incredible athlete and outstanding leader for the community surrounding you are making all of the difference. What would you say is the most rewarding part about preserving Joyce’s Angels? SW: Being able to provide to the cancer research for Multiple Myeloma and other resources. JS: As a father of two and a loving husband, what is the greatest valuable life lesson you would like your children and the community to get out of the camp? SW: I believe being good students of the game and great teammates on and off the field with great character. JS: What advice do you have for someone dealing with the loss of a family member from cancer? SW: What worked for me, was getting even closer to my loved ones and the family members that my mom touched in her 58 years on this earth. Being able to share and hear those stories, helped me channel my focus on the positive times spent with her. JS: Giving back while inspiring others is obviously a passion of yours. Tell us about the U.S.O. Tour in 2012. Would you like to do this again? SW: Yes, I would do it again and would recommend it to anyone who has the opportunity. Being able to take time out my schedule to listen, see and also support our military men and women is the least I can do. After all, they keep us safe every day.
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JS: During your College years, you transferred to Iowa State where some of your greatest achievements were born. Describe what happened during “The Run.” SW: “The Run” is now an iconic play in history, and I’m glad to be part of that, it was a 15-yard touchdown that totaled me running more than 100 yards to score. JS: This is an exciting year for everyone on and off of the field at the Seahawks, Cleveland, and the Packers. As a Free Agent, what are your expectations out of the new starters? Is there a particular organization you have your eye on this year? SW: The Expectations of the new starters are for them to come and do their job, and fulfill the role to whatever team signs them. My eye will be on the Cowboys, Browns, and the teams with young rookie QBs. Not a fan of the Cowboys or Browns just to be clear. LOL. JS: The summer is just around the corner and opening day for the NFL kicks off September 7, 2017, with the New England Patriots vs. the Kansas City Chiefs. Where will you be and what are your current plans when this is going down? SW: I will be at my home in Dalla- Texas, and my plans are to sit in my theater room and watch it. JS: We couldn’t help but notice how comfortable you are in front of the lens during the photography session and the final shots were confident and sophisticated. What are your thoughts on men’s style? SW: I’ve always been attracted to fashion on all levels and try to stay up with the trends as much as possible. I believe fashion right now is in the right place and doing some good things. Trend Privé Magazine
