Archives for September 2013

Is Robinson Cano the $300M Man?

According to an ESPN twitter, New York Yankees All-Star 2nd baseman, Robinson Cano, is seeking a a 10-yr $305M contract this off season. Cano, who is now a free agent, will most likely stay with the Yankees, but he plans to seek as much money as he can get. N.Y. Yankees 2nd baseman, Robinson Cano, now a free agent plans to seek a high pay day. ... Read More

Magic Johnson Named Keynote Speaker at the American Gem Society’s 2014 Conclave in San Diego

Basketball legend and businessman, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, will be the lead keynote speaker at the American Gem Society’s 2014 Conclave, the group announced. The 80th annual AGS get-together will be held at the historic Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego April 23–26, 2014. Johnson will speak about business, leadership, and his record of philanthropy, in a talk, “The Magic of Winning,” at the Conclave which begins on April 23, 2014.

Photo shows magic Johnson speaking at the at the 2009 Diversity Alliance for Science Conference in NJ.

Photo shows NBA legend and entrepreneur, Magic Johnson, speaking at the 2009 Diversity Alliance for Science Conference that was held in Newark,NJ. The event also featured Mayor Cory Booker.

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Bart Conner is Keynote Speaker at HipoCON Technology Show

FARGO, ND –- Olympic gold medalist, Bart Conner, is scheduled to first make an appearance at the Freedom Elementary School in West Fargo at 8:45 a.m., Wednesday, September 25, and on Thursday, September 26, he will be the keynote speaker at the annual HipoCON Technology Show at the Hilton Garden Inn in Fargo, ND.

Photo shows Olympic gold medal gymnast, Bart Conner, speaking at Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame induction .

Olympic gold medal gymnast, Bart Conner, speaking at Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame induction.

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Gale Sayers Says He Did Not Consent to Concusion Lawsuit Against NFL or Riddell

Former Chicago Bear’s running back, Gales Sayer’s name appears on a lawsuit accusing the NFL of failing to prevent head injuries, but Sayers says he didn’t file the suit. Former Chicago Bear’s running back, Gale Sayers, says he did not consent to being part of  a concussion lawsuit against the NFL and Riddell Helmet and his name has been withdrawn. ... Read More

Prince Amukamara Says I’m Called the “Black Tim Tebow”

NY Giants cornerback, Prince Amukamara, says some of his NY Giant teammates call him the “Black Tim Tebow.” Comparisons to the former Heisman Trophy winner stem from Amukamara’s recent interview with Muscle and Fitness magazine where he said he was proud of never using alcohol and maintaining his celibacy. ... Read More

ESPN Analyst Bruce Pearl to Deliver Keynote Speech at Blue Raiders’ Tip-off Celebration

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Former University of Tennessee men’s basketball coach, Bruce Pearl, will be this year’s keynote speaker at the Middle Tennessee men’s basketball Tip-off Celebration scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 23. The event will begin at 6 p.m. in the ballroom on the second floor of the student union on the Middle Tennessee campus.

Photo shows former University of Tennessee men's basketball coach and current ESPN analyst, Bruce Pearl, speakein at a press conference June 11, 2009.

Photo shows former University of Tennessee men’s basketball coach and current ESPN analyst, Bruce Pearl, speaking at a press conference June 11, 2009.

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Keyshawn Johnson Dances the Cha Cha on DWTS (VIDEO)

Former NFL wide receiver, Keyshawn Johnson, made his dancing debut on “Dancing With The Stars” Monday night. Johnson was paired with pro dancer Sharna Burgess and for his first routine he danced the Cha-Cha-Cha.

Photo shows Keyshawn Johnson and Sharna Burgess after their first dance, the Cha-Cha-Cha, ready to receive the judges scores on DWTS Season 17.

Photo shows Keyshawn Johnson and his dancing partner,Sharna Burgess, ready to receive the judges scores after dancing the Cha-Cha-Cha for their first routine on DWTS Season 17.

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Steve Young Named Keynote Speaker at Mormon LGBT Affirmation Conference

Hall of Fame quarterback, Steve Young, and his wife, Barb, both members of the Church of Jesus Christ LDS, were the keynote speakers at the 32nd annual Affirmation Conference for the Mormon lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community in Salt Lake City.

Photo shows former NFL quarterback, Steve Young speaking at the 32nd annual Affirmation Conference in Salt lake City, Utah on September 14, 2013.

Photo shows former NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer, Steve Young, speaking at the 32nd annual Affirmation Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 14, 2013.

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Pat Riley Keynote Speaker at Chamber of Commerce Meeting

Legendary NBA coach and Miami Heat President, Pat Riley, has been named the keynote speaker at the annual Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 107th annual meeting scheduled to be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2013.

Photo shows Pat Riley delivering his 2008 speech upon being enshrined to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Riley has earned the title of “America’s Greatest Motivational Speaker.”

Photo shows Pat Riley delivering his 2008 speech upon being enshrined into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Riley has earned the title of “America’s Greatest Motivational Speaker.”

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Russell Wilson Says Eyebrow Bet is Just a Friendly Joke

When Seattle Seahawks’ quarterback, Russell Wilson, was asked about his eyebrow bet with Colin Kaepernick, he spoke about the famous YouTube video for EA Sport.  According to Wilson, the video showing  the losing quarterback of this week’s Sunday night NFL matchup having to shave one eyebrow,   is “not real serious.” ... Read More