Category: Sports Speaker News

  • Apolo Ohno Joins NBC as Analyst on Speedskating at 2014 Winter Olympics

    Former Olympic speed skater, Apolo Ohno, will join NBC as an analyst on speedskating at the 2014 Winter Olympics to be held in Sochi, Russia during the network’s coverage in February. He will also be doing features and studio commentary as well.

    Photo shows Apolo Ohno speaking with interviewer about his career.

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  • Falcons QB Matt Ryan Signs Deal Worth $103.75 Million (VIDEO)

    Atlanta Falcon’s quarterback, Matt Ryan, met with the media after Thursday’s practice, along with owner and chairman Arthur Blank, general manager Thomas Dimitroff and head coach Mike Smith, to discuss his new five-year extension with the Falcons worth $103.75 million, which over the long course of the agreement is $20.75 million per year, making the deal second among quarterbacks in new money only behind Aaron Rodgers.

    Photo shows Atlanta Falcons quarterback, Matt Ryan, speaking with the media after a practice session on Thursday, July 26, to discuss his new 5-year extension with the Atlanta Falcons..

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  • Vince Papale Named Keynote Speaker at NY Fundraiser

    The York County Youth Development Center has organized a fundraising dinner and has named former Philadelphia Eagles, Vince Papale, as their keynote speaker. The 300-seat dinner will be held Sept. 26 at the Valencia Ballroom, 142 N. George St., York. The host and emcee for the night will be state Rep. Kevin Schreiber. (more…)

  • Chris Cooley Hired as Analyst for Redskins Radio Broadcast

    The hiring of Washington Redskins tight end, Chris Cooley, was announced on Tuesday, July 16, by Red Zebra Broadcasting, the company owned by Redskins owner Daniel Snyder that operates ESPN 980 (WTEM, 980 AM), the team’s flagship station in Washington. Cooley, 31, was signed to a multiyear deal, according to a written announcement. The written announcement said Cooley will serve as an “in-game contributor” to the radio broadcasts, providing analysis in a “Cooley’s Corner” segment that will be heard every quarter. (more…)

  • Former Basketball Coach Digger Phelps Says He’s Cancer Free

    Digger Phelps, former basketball coach of Notre Dame, was told by his physician on Monday, July 1, that after six weeks of intensive treatment for bladder cancer, he is now cancer free. Phelps,  a prostate cancer survivor, was dianosed with bladder cancer in April 2013. Less than three months later, his doctor gave him the good news. (more…)

  • Jeff Gordon Named Keynote Speaker at Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame Induction Dinner and Fundraiser

    KNOXVILLE, TN. — NASCAR legend, Jeff Gordon, appeared as the keynote speaker Thursday night, July 11, at the annual induction dinner held at the Knoxville Convention Center. The event was a major fund-raiser for the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley. Before speaking at the dinner, however, Gordon, 41 and visibly graying, was bombarded with questions from the media about his aging and driving performance.

    Photo shows Jeff Gordon speaking at the 2013 NASCAR Preview.
    Photo shows Jeff Gordon speaking to media at the 2013 NASCAR Preview.

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  • Free Agent Chauncey Billups Will Return to Detroit Pistons Under New Coach Mo Cheeks

    Five-time NBA All-Star and free agent, Chauncey Billups, has agreed to a two-year $5 Million plus contract, according to Yahoo Sports. Billups, 36, who hopes to finish out his career with the Pistons, will be a mentor for Detroit guard Brandon Knight, and be a rotating guard. Free agent, Chauncey Billups, will return to the Detroit Pistons under new coach Mo Cheeks. (more…)

  • Watch Bo Jackson’s Latest Endorsement for 5-hour ENERGY® (VIDEO)

    Bo Jackson is no stranger when it comes to product endorsements. In his latest endorsement for 5-hour ENERGY®, Bo says that he doesn’t have the energy that he used to. Whether it be during a hectic business day, or a round of golf, Bo says that he uses 5-hour ENERGY® for a pick me up to get him through the day.

    Athletes with a positive public image like Bo Jackson are role models and consumers tend to believe them when they endorse a product, says booking agent Sports Speakers 360. Photo shows Bo Jackson's endorsement of 5-Hour ENERGY drink .
    Athletes with a positive public image like Bo Jackson are role models and consumers tend to believe them when they endorse a product, says sports booking agency Sports Speakers 360. Photo shows Bo Jackson’s newest endorsement of 5-Hour ENERGY drink .

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  • Baseball Great Tony Gwynn to Appear at 2013 Hall of Fame Spectacular in Cooperstown

    Former MLB right fielder, Tony Gwynn, and statistically one of the best and most consistent hitters in baseball history, will appear at the 2013 Hall of Fame Spectacular held on July 26-27 at the Tunnicliff Inn located at 34-36 Pioneer Street in Cooperstown, NY. Gywnn will be available to meet fans and sign autographs on July 26 & July 27 between 2-3:30. Baseball great, Tony Gwynn, was inducted ino the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007. Gwynn is one of our more popular athlete speakers, says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent booking agency. (more…)

  • Cancer Survivor Shannon Miller Named Keynote Speaker for Dyersburg Regional Medical Center’s Healthy Woman Program

    DYERSBURG, TN. — Olympic gold medalist and cancer survivor, Shannon Miller, was named the keynote speaker for the upcoming Sixth Anniversary Celebration of Dyersburg Regional Medical Center’s Healthy Woman program. The event will take place at First Christian Church on Saturday, Oct. 19, located at 400 E Tickle St, Dyersburg, TN. Tickets are $20 and include a vendor expo, fashion show, great food, door prizes and Miller’s presentation. To purchase tickets, please check www.dyersburgregionalmc.com for more information.

    Photo shows seven-time gold medalist, Olympic gymnast and cancer survivor, Shannon Miller, in a Home & Family video interview speaking about winning her battle with ovarian cancer.

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