The Troy & Baden Biddle Foundation welcomed Seattle Sounders Legend, Mental Health Advocate, and Philanthropist, Steve Zakuani.

In his inspirational talk, Steve shared his journey from growing up in Africa, moving to England then to the US, to dealing with a near career ending injury. He discussed how to face obstacles with a positive mindset, how to set goals, how to remain hopeful in the most challenging moments, and how to be a positive role model for others who face their own adversities.

Troy and Baden shared a passion for sports along with a commitment to family, friends and community. With these ideals in mind, in 2018 Troy’s colleagues at Carroll Biddle Bilanko created the Biddle Memorial Golf Tournament. This annual tournament gives Troy’s colleagues, clients, friends and family an event to come together on Bainbridge Island to celebrate Troy and Baden and help carry their love and commitment to the community forward.

Money raised from the tournament goes to the foundation and the Biddle Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded to graduating students who have made a contribution youth sports and athletics in the form of leadership, mentorship, sportsmanship and/or ambassadorship.