What does Seattle Sounder mean?
Why is Seattle called the Sounders
On a simple level, the name is just a reference to the Puget Sound, and at this point it's hard to picture the club being called anything else. But looking at the backstory, the Sounders were actually reasonably close to having another name altogether.
What do the Seattle Sounders colors represent
The official team colors are Sounder Blue, signifying the waters of the Puget Sound; Rave Green, representing the forests of the Pacific Northwest; and Cascade Shale, representing the Cascade Range to the east of Seattle. Fans chose a name for the team in an online poll held between March 27 and 31, 2008.
Why are the Sounders green
A reference to Puget Sound and the water that surrounds Seattle, which helps define its citizens. Blue signifies stability, strength and loyalty. Green is a reference to the forests of the Pacific Northwest. It also represents the passionate, optimistic spirit of the community.