SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — Former NFL running back and Heisman Trophy winner, Herschel Walker, visited Airmen and wounded warriors on October 23 at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at the Joint Base San Antinio-Lackland, Texas (AFNS). Walker spoke to more than 200 Airmen about his life as a boy, leading up to his college and NFL days. He also discussed the challenges he faced with Dissociative Identity Disorder, or DID, more commonly known as multiple personality disorder. Herschel Walker spoke to more than 200 personnel from the 59th Medical Wing Oct. 23, 2013, at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (more…)
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Donald Driver Autographs New Book ‘Driven’ at Book Signing
Donald Driver’s memoir, “Driven” According to pre-sale orders, former Green Bay Packers wide receiver, Donald Driver’s memoir, “Driven: From Homeless to Hero, My Journeys On and Off Lambeau Field,” has already become a bestseller. Driver, a Super Bowl and ‘Dancing With The Stars’ champion, plans to promote and autograph his book with a series of scheduled book signings.
Driver’s next appearance is October 25, at the Barnes & Noble store located at 7433 Mineral Point Rd, in Madison, WI. The event begins at at 9 a.m and is free to the public. Fans will stand in line after be being given a number.
The reviews of the book have been positive:
“Donald’s contribution to the history of the Packers has been extraordinary, exceeded only by his personal story.” – Bart Starr, Green Bay Packers quarterback, 1956-1971, and head coach, 1975-1983 (more…)
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Dominique Dawes Gives Keynote Speech About Enpowerment to Young Girls at Toyota Young Women Lead Conference
ASHLAND, KY. — Former Olympian and motivational speaker, Dominique Dawes, was the keynote speaker at the Young Women LEAD Conference held at Ashland Community and Technical College, on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The event was hosted by Toyota in partnership with SOAR, a leadership program for women. More than 500 high school juniors from nine eastern Kentucky school districts attended the event.
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Gold Medal Gymnast Shawn Johnson to Speak At Truman State
KIRKSVILLE, MO. — Former U.S. Olympic gymnast and ‘Dancing With The Stars’ champion, Shawn Johnson, is scheduled to speak at Baldwin Auditorium at Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri on Friday, October 25th, at 7 p.m. The event is free for all attending and tickets are available in the Student Activities Board office. (more…)
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Cancer Survivor Dave Dravecky Delivers Inspirational Speech at St. Joseph Christian School Fundraiser
ST. JOSEPH, MO. — Dave Dravecky’s message was one of hope, faith, endurance and perseverance as the former San Francisco Giant’s pitcher and cancer survivor gave an inspirational speech at the St. Joseph Christian School fundraiser held on Thursday, October 10, in St. Joseph, Missouri.
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Joe Klecko Gives Keynote Speech at Catholic Men’s Conference
GLASSBORO, N.J. – Former NFL star and Christian speaker, Joe Klecko, had the honor of giving the keynote speech to a group of 50 men at the Catholic Men’s Conference, held on Sept. 14 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish, in Glassboro, N.J. The conference was co-sponsored by Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish and the Knights of Columbus, St. John Neumann and Our Lady Queen of Peace councils.
Joe Klecko, former defensive lineman for the NY Jets, talks about how his faith in God saved him from a life of crime and bankruptcy and spreads the message of what it takes to be a champion for God. -
John Elway Discusses 51-48 Win Over Cowboys
After the Bronco’s incredible victory over the Dallas Cowboys last week, executive vice president of operations, John Elway, sat down with Chris Hall of Broncos TV to talk about the 51-48 win over the Cowboys and their upcoming week with the Jaguars.
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Mike Piazza Delivers Mets Hall Of Fame Induction Speech
NEW YORK, N.Y. — Former Mets catcher, Mike Paizza, delivered an inspirational speech on Sunday, September 29, after the New York Mets inducted Piazza into their franchise Hall of Fame. The cermony took place at Citi Field stadium, home to the Mets, prior to the team’s game against the Brewers. (more…)
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Shannon Sharpe ‘SNL’ Impression by Jay Pharoah is Hilarious (VIDEO)
Saturday Night Live comedian, Jay Pharoah, decided to do a spoof of current CBS sportscaster, Shannon Sharpe, this past weekend and as usual, it was pretty funny. The former NFL tight end and Pro Hall of Famer was parodied by impressionist, Jay Pharoah, who captured Sharpe’s mannerisms perfectly. I wonder what Shannon thought of the impression? Former NFL tight end and current CBS commentator, Shannon Sharpe is spoofed by Impersonator and comedian, Jay Pharoah, on Saturday Night Live October 5, 2013. (more…)
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Prince Amukamara Speaks About His Christian Faith: VIDEO
New York Giants cornerback, Prince Amukamara, conducted an interview in 2010 when he was a football player at Nebraska. In the interview Amukamara speaks about his Christian faith and how it affects his every day life.
Photo shows New York Giants cornerback, Prince Amukamara, speaking with ProPlayerInsiders as a rookie in 2011 about what he’s been learning from his NFL colleagues on business, family and football.