Category: Athlete News

  • Terry Francona To Appear at Book Signing at Barnes & Noble in Boston

    Terry Francona, former Boston Red Sox  manager , will be appearing at a book signing on Friday, May 24, at Barnes & Noble in Boston, MA. The event will begin at 4:00 p.m.

    Former Red Sox manager, Terry Francona, promotes his new book “Francona: The Red Sox Years.”

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  • Soccer Star Alex Morgan Appears at Book Signing at Bookends

    RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Olympic Gold medalist and star soccer player Alex Morgan will be appearing at a book signing on Tuesday, May 7, at the Bookends in Ridgewood, NJ. The signing is scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m. She will be signing copies of “Saving the Team,” in which a twelve-year old girl moves from Connecticut to California, leaving her old friends and soccer team behind. In California, she is faced with the challenges of playing on a new soccer team that has a coach who doesn’t care whether the team wins or loses. Along the way, she makes new friends, thus allowing her to save the team from itself. (more…)

  • Tennis Great Jimmy Connors Promotes His New Autobiography “The Outsider” at Several Upcoming Book Signings

    Tennis great Jimmy Connors will be promoting his new autobiography, “The Outsider”, scheduled for release by HarperCollins on May 14, at several upcoming book signings…

    • May 14 – Barnes & Noble at Citicorp Bldg, 160 E. 54th St, NY, NY. 12:30 p.m.
    • May 14 – Bookends at 232 E. Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ. 7 p.m.
    • May 22 – Barnes & Noble at Farmer’s Market, 189 Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA. 7 p.m.

    Jimmy Connors releases his new autobiography titled “The Outsider..” Through the book, Connors decides to finally let the public into the world he created on and off of the tennis court..
    Jimmy Connors releases his new autobiography titled “The Outsider.” Through the book, Connors decides to finally let the public into the private world he created on and off of the tennis court..

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  • Gabby Douglas to Appear at Book Signing at Barnes & Noble in Glendale CA

    Olympic gymnastics gold medalist, Gabby Douglas, is scheduled to appear at a book signing tonight, May 6, at the Barnes & Noble on 210 Americana Way in Glendale, CA. The signing is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. She’ll be signing copies of “Raising The Bar”, in which she provides an inside look at her day-to-day world such as time with her friends and family, her favorite comfort foods and training routine. Gabby Douglas promotes her new book “Raising The Bar” (more…)

  • Former Detroit Red Wings Chris Chelios Signs Autographs at Three Rivers Menard Mega Store

    Former Detroit Red Wings, Chris Chelios, appeared last Monday night from 6-8 p.m. to meet the fans and sign autographs as part of Menard’s Grand Opening celebration to recognize the opening of its new Three Rivers, MI store located at 1001 Warner Drive. The celebration began on Saturday, April 27th, and continues for 9 days through May 5th.

    Chris Chelios is a popular motivational speaker says PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency.

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  • Colin Kaepernick Endorses MoGo Sport Flavored Mouthguard

    San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, has recently become brand ambassador for MoGo Sport flavored mouthguard and is set to appear in MoGo Sport’s marketing campaigns through print and social media. Kaepernick, a hero to many young kids,  said that he wished to inspire youngsters who played the game to wear mouthguards, which can protect them from possible dental damage. (more…)

  • Gabby Douglas Endorses McDonald’s New Egg White McMuffin

    Gymnast Gabby Douglas, who won two gold medals at the London 2012 Olympics, has agreed to an endorsement deal with McDonald’s. The deal will see the 17-year-old promote McDonald’s new Egg White Delight McMuffin, which is part of the chain’s healthier product offerings.

    Gabby Douglas promotes McDonald's new Egg White Delight Mc
    Gabby Douglas promotes McDonald’s new Egg White Delight McMuffin in Times Square

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  • Denver Broncos Wide Receiver Eric Decker and Fiance Jesse James Star in New Reality Show

    Move over Tom Brady and Giselle, football has a new hot couple! E! Entertainment Television announced this week that it has picked up for late Summer 2013, Love And Other Contact Sports: Eric And Jessie, featuring Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker and his fiance, country singer Jessie James.

    Photo shows Eric Decker and country singer Jessie James at the 2013 E’s Grammy After Party

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  • Joe Flacco Signs Autographs For Fans In Pikesville Maryland

    PIKESVILLE, MD. — Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Joe Flacco, recently met with fans at the Hilton Doubletree located at 1726 Reisterstown Road on April 20 in Pikesville, Maryland. Fans were elated to meet the superbowl hero who made an appearance for a few hours to sign autographs and take photos with fans.

    Photo shows Joe Flacco speaking on the David Letterman show about his Super Bowl win.

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  • Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan Hosts Charity Golf Tournament

    ATLANTA, GA. — Atlanta Falcons quarterback, Matt Ryan, recently hosted his third celebrity golf tournament to raise money for the Aflac Cancer Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the Matt Ryan Foundation. The charity golf event took place at the Tournament Players Club TPC Sugarloaf golf course on April 15, the Monday after the Masters tournament. Ryan, an avid golfer has participated in numerous celebrity golf tournaments over the years. (more…)