CRYSTAL LAKE, IL. — Aly Raisman, one of the fab 5 gymnasts who brought home Olympic Gold in 2012, recently gave a motivational speech to a crowd of more than 80 aspiring gymnasts and their parents on Saturday, April 26, at Crystal Lake Gymnastics Training Center in Crystal Lake, Illinois where she offered sound advice for their careers.
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Aly Raisman Gives Motivational Speech to Aspiring Gymnasts at CL Gymnastics Center
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Derek Fisher Brings His Basketball Camp Back to Los Angeles
Five Time NBA champion, Derek Fisher, will bring his basketball camp back to the Los Angeles area after a short hiatus. In previous years, the Derek Fisher Basketball Academy empowered over 600 families in the LA area.
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Dick Vermeil Named Featured Speaker at Bakersfield Young Professionals Group
BAKERSIELD, CA. — Retired NFL head coach, Dick Vermeil, recently spoke at the kickoff for the Bakersfield Young Professionals group that was held on Friday, April 25, 2014 at the Bakersfield Racquet Club in Bakersfield, CA. Vermeil, a popular motivational speaker, was the featured speaker at the community event which began at 5:30 p.m.
Photo shows retired NFL head coach and motivational speaker, Dick Vermeil, speaking to a group of SAP employees in Dec. 2013 about his seven common sense leadership principles. -
Former MLB Manager Joe Torre to Receive Honorary Degree & Speak at University of Hartford Commencement Ceremony
WEST HARTFORD, CT. — Former MLB manager, Joe Torre, is one of five recipients who will be honored by the University of Hartford at its commencement weekend ceremonies on Saturday & Sunday, May 17 and 18, 2014. Each will be awarded honorary degrees for their contributions to society. Torre will speak on May 18.
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Eddie George Named Keynote Speaker at Columbus Area Integrated Health Services Event
COLUMBUS, OH. — Former NFL and Ohio State running back, Eddie George, has been named the keynote speaker at a luncheon for the Columbus Area Integrated Health Services Inc. The program, titled “Mental Health: Six Degrees of Separation,” will feature a keynote address by Eddie George, who is expected to relate his own experiences with behavioral health issues. The event, which takes place on May 28 at noon at the Hyatt Regency in Downtown Columbus, hopes to open a public dialogue about behavioral health.
Photo shows Former Tennessee Titan, Eddie George, speaking about his induction into College Football’s Hall of Fame. George also won the Heisman Trophy in 1995, as well as the Walter Camp, The Maxwell Award and the Doak Walker award. -
Brooks Robinson Will Be Signing Autographs at Steiner Sports in Garden City, New York
GARDEN CITY, NY. — Former MLB legend, Brooks Robinson will meet and greet his fans and sign autographs on Saturday, May 17, at Steiner Sports inside the Roosevelt Field Mall. The event is scheduled to take place from noon to 1:30 p.m., with autograph prices ranging from $79 for baseballs and photos to $119 for bats and jerseys. Inscriptions on all items will cost an additional $20, with the inscription “The Human Vacuum Cleaner” being $60 extra.
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Watch Meadowlark Lemon’s Interview with Sean Hannity Discussing Clippers Owner Donald Sterlings Racism & NBA Ban
Former Harlem Globetrotter, Meadowlark Lemon, appeared on the Sean Hannity Show Tuesday night, April 29, along with SiriusXM college sports broadcaster, Tim Brando, to discuss Clippers owner Donald Sterling’s racist remarks and NBA commissioner Adam Silver’s swift decision to ban Sterling from the NBA for life along with a $2.5 million fine, the maximum fine allowed under the NBA constitution. All agreed the right decision was made.
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Watch Meadowlark Lemon & the Harlem Globetrotter’s Mission to Russia During the Cold War in Video ‘From Harlem With Love’
ESPN has recently released their latest short film, from Matt Ogens, titled “From Harlem With Love,” as part of their 30 for 30 documentary short series. The film, “From Harlem With Love,” chronicles the journey of the legendary “Clown Prince of Basketball,” Meadowlark Lemon and the Harlem Globetrotters as they embark on a mission to Moscow to diffuse international hostilities with their signature brand of humor.
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Ken Griffey Sr. to Hold “Big Red” Book Signing at Three Locations in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI, OH, — Cinncinati Reds fans will now have the opportunity to meet former Cincinnati Reds outfielder, Ken Griffey Sr., who is scheduled to sign copies of his new book, “Big Red” at three different locations in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Photo shows Ken Griffey Sr. signing his new book “Big Red” April 2014 at the Newport Kroger. (more…)
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Jim Harbaugh to Meet Fans & Sign Autographs at the 18th Annual Tristar San Francisco Collectors Show in Daly City, CA
DALY CITY, CA. — The 18th Annual Tristar San Francisco Collectors Show set for April 25-27, 2014 will feature San Francisco 49ers head coach, Jim Harbaugh, at the event. Harbaugh will be meeting with fans and signing autographs on the last day of the event at noon. Fans will be able to receive an autograph on any item for $89. Those seeking an inscription will have to pay an addition $20 charge. Also for $89, fans will be able to have their photo taken with the star coach. Fans can also purchase a Tristar authentication sticker for $7. Admission to the event is $10 per day, however fans can purchase a weekend pass for $26.
Photo shows 49ers coach, Jim Harbaugh, signing autographs for fans at the 49ers 2012 Fan Fest.
