Father and son rivalry as Super Bowl 60 approaches
By Yunier Martinez
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UNDERHILL, Vermont (WPTZ) — For the Rodriguez family in Underhill, Sunday football is a tradition, even if it means cheering for opposing teams.
Dad Gerber Rodriguez has been a Seattle Seahawks fan since his youth in Seattle, where the city’s teams were central to his sports identity.
When his son Sam was born, he introduced him to the Seahawks, dressing him in team gear. But growing up in New England, Sam developed his own loyalty to the New England Patriots, embracing a sports identity distinct from his father.
The experience goes beyond wins and losses, creating a bond between the two. One defining moment occurred during Super Bowl 49, when a goal-line interception became a lasting point of memory for the family. Sam recalls the play vividly and has never allowed his father to forget it.
As Super Bowl 60 approaches, the Seahawks and Patriots will meet again, bringing a renewed sense of excitement to the Rodriguez household.
The game will be marked by friends, food, and spirited debate, but at its center is the connection between father and son, grounded in shared dedication to the sport.
“This is something that brings us closer together,” Sam said. “It’s a time we can spend together watching the game that we both love.”
For Gerber, the most rewarding part has been watching his son develop his own passion for football.
“It’s been remarkable seeing him grow and how much love he has for the game. It’s just great,” he said.
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