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The stadium was originally named "Seahawks Stadium" and affectionately called "The Hawk." The name "Qwest Field" was announced on June 2, 2004, after Qwest bought the naming rights. Although some people began using the new name immediately, official approval wasn't given by the Washington State Public Stadium Authority until June 24June 24 is the 175th day of the year (176th in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar, with 190 days remaining. Events 1128 Battle of St. Mamede, near Guimaraes. Portuguese forces led by Afonso I beat his mother D. Teresa and D. Fernao Peres de Trava..