Tommy John Named Guest Speaker at ‘Roadrunner Baseball Hot Stove Dinner’

Retired MLB pitcher, Tommy John, has been named the guest speaker at the inaugural ‘Roadrunner Baseball Hot Stove Dinner’ scheduled on Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Kern County Fairgrounds. The event, presented by Motor City Auto Center, features special guest speaker Tommy John, former Major League Baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Photo shows former MLB pitcher, Tommy John, speaking on March 30, 2012 at MTSU’s 2012 “Baseball in Literature and Culture Conference.”

Photo shows former MLB pitcher, Tommy John, speaking on March 30, 2012 at MTSU’s 2012 “Baseball in Literature and Culture Conference.”

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Gaylord Perry Named Keynote Speaker at Oral Roberts University Diamond Dinner

TULSA OK. — Former MLB pitcher, Gaylord Perry, is scheduled to be the keynote speaker on Friday, Jan. 31, at Oral Roberts University’s annual Diamond Dinner. The event will take place at the Marriott Southern Hills, located at 1902 East 71st Street S. in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A silent auction will begin at 6 pm, with dinner and the evening’s program beginning at 6:30.

 Photo shows former MLB pitcher, Gaylord Perry, speaking to Tommy Viola of Knights TV

Photo shows former MLB pitcher, Gaylord Perry, speaking to Tommy Viola of Knights TV in 2013.

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Rick Pitino Named Keynote Speaker at Steak and Steak Dinner

SPRINGFIELD, MO. — Louisville basketball coach, Rick Pitino, has been named the keyote speaker at the annual Steak and Steak Dinner to raise funds for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield, Missouri. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at the University Plaza Convention Center in Springfield, MO.

Photo shows Louisville coach Rick Pitino who will be speakingat the annual Steak and Steak Dinner set for April 22, 2014  at University Plaza Convention Center.

Photo shows Louisville coach, Rick Pitino, promoting himself as keynote speaker at the annual Steak and Steak Dinner set for April 22, 2014 at University Plaza Convention Center.

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David Thompson Named Keynote Speaker at Community Boys & Girls Club in N.C.

WILMINGTON, N.C. — Former NC State basketball legend and NBA star, David Thompson, was the keynote speaker on November 21, at the annual dinner fundraiser for the Community Boys & Girls Club in Wilmington, N.C. Before the actual event took place, Thompson held a news conference where he spoke about the issues of gang violence in the New Hanover County area and the specific need for after-school programs and a safe place for youth. Thompson continued speaking about gang violence during his keynote speech.

Photo shows  David Thompson in Feb. 1, 2013 speaking with the Christian Broadcast Network.

Photo shows David Thompson in Feb. 1, 2013 speaking with the Christian Broadcast Network.

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Bruce Pearl Named Keynote Speaker at Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley

DANDRIDGE, TN — Former Tennessee basketball coach, Bruce Pearl, was the keynote speaker at the annual Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley’s Great Futures Barbeque Feast. Pearl spoke about the importance of youth programs like the Boys & Girls Club. At the end of the evening, guests were given an opportunity to make a financial contribution to further the cause and help the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dumplin Valley continue delivering the quality programs and valuable services for which they have come to be known. ... Read More

NFL Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler to Sign His New Book in Packers Pro Shop

GREEN BAY, WI. — Packers fans will have a chance to meet NFL Hall of Famer, LeRoy Butler, who is scheduled to host a book signing on Oct. 24 for his new book, “Packers Pride: Green Bay Greats Share their Favorite Memories.” The event will take place in the Packers Pro Shop located 1265 Lombardi Ave from 3:30 to 5 p.m.  The event is free and open to the public, however, Butler, will only be signing his new book. Fans can purchase the book at the Pro Shop  store or online. Co-author, Rob Reischel, will also join Butler for the signing. Green Bay Packers legend and NFL Hall of Famer, Leroy Butler, signs his new book titled “Packers Pride: Green Bay Greats Share their Favorite Memories,” on Oct. 24, 2013 at the Packers Pro Shop. ... Read More

John Smoltz Speaks to Media to Help Raise Awareness and Funds for Pediatric Cancer

Former Atlanta Braves pitcher, John Smoltz, recently appeared during the FOX8 Morning News segment at 8:00 on Friday, September 20, where he spoke about winning the Aflac Duckprints Award for volunteering in the fight against pediatric cancer. 2013 Aflac Duckprints Award Recipient, John Smoltz, spoke about raising awareness for America’s unsung heros and his fight against pediatric cancer. ... Read More

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

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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George Foreman Named Keynote Speaker for Ronald McDonald Fundraiser

Former heavyweight boxing champ, George Foreman, has been named the featured speaker for the upcoming 2013 Casa de Amor gala fundraiser that will be held on Oct. 10 at the American Bank Center. The announcement was made Wednesday, Sept. 4, at a press conference held by the Ronald McDonald House of Corpus Christi.

Photo shows former heavyweight champion, George Foreman, Speaking about his life in an interview on the Graham Bensinger. Show.

Photo shows former heavyweight champion and successful entrepeneur, George Foreman, speaking about his life in an interview on the Graham Bensinger Show.

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