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Lee Trevino & Gary McCord Appear at Benedictine University Golf Outing to Help Provide Scholarships for Students

August 1, 2014 By Leave a Comment

WHEATON, IL — Benedictine University recently hosted their 20th Annual President’s Invitational Golf Outing with golf legend Lee Trevino and CBS Sports analyst Gary McCord who were this year’s featured celebrities. The event took place on Monday July 28 at Cantigny Golf in Wheaton where area golfers had the opportunity to meet golf’s greatest and play a championship course all while contributing to a good cause. Proceeds from the event help provide scholarships for Benedictine students. Source: Benedictine University.

Photo shows CBS Sports analyst Gary McCord (L) and golf legend Lee Trevino (R) who teed up July 28, 2014 at the 20th Annual President’s Invitational Golf Outing hosted by Benedictine University.

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NFL Great Eric Dickerson to Speak at 3rd Annual Fit and Faithful Living Expo in Dallas

August 1, 2014 By Leave a Comment

DALLAS, TX. — NFL and SMU Hall of Famer, Eric Dickerson, will be the featured speaker at the Third Annual Fit and Faithful Living Expo in Dallas on Saturday, September 13, 2014, from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. The event takes place in the Hughes-Trigg Student Center/Theater Room at Southern Methodist University at 140 Dyer in Dallas. Source: North Dallas Gazette.

Photo shows Eric Dickerson speaking on Feb. 2, 2014 with ESPN’s Michael Smith and Jemele Hill .

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Byron Scott Named New Head Coach of Los Angeles Lakers

July 29, 2014 By Leave a Comment

LOS ANGELES, CA. — It’s official! The Los Angeles Lakers have named former Laker and Cleveland Cavaliers coach, Byron Scott, as their next coach. According to the Los Angeles Times, to cite sources, Scott, 53, has a four-year deal for $17 million, with a team option for the fourth year. A news conference was held at 11 a.m. ... Read More

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Bill Self Named Keynote Speaker at UMKC’s Tip Off Dinner

July 29, 2014 By Leave a Comment

KANSAS CITY, MO. — Jayhawks head coach, Bill Self, will be the keynote speaker at the University of Missouri Kansas City’s 2nd Annual ’Roos Tip-off Dinner to be held on Sept. 30 at the College Basketball Experience. Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo served as keynote speaker at last year’s event. Tickets start at $100.

Kansas coach Bill Self speaks to Reid Forgrave on Nov 13, 2013 about Andrew Wiggins, the season outlook and tradition in Lawrence, Kansas.

Photo shows Kansas coach Bill Self speaking to Reid Forgrave at Fox Sports Live on Nov 13, 2013 about Andrew Wiggins, the season outlook and tradition in Lawrence, Kansas.

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Join Basketball Coach Bill Self at 2014 Basketball ProCamp in Overland Park

July 24, 2014 By Leave a Comment

OVERLAND PARK, KS. — Join 2008 National Champion, 10-time Big XII Champion and 2012 Coach of the Year, Bill Self, for basketball instruction and fun at the 2014 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bill Self Basketball ProCamp with host Andrew Wiggins. The dates are August 9-10 at Shawnee Mission West High School. Wiggins will be at the camp on August 10th. Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for boys and girls grades 1 – 12. Cost: $149. Source: Procamps.com.

Photo shows Bill Self, Kansas basketball head coach and 2012 Coach of the Year.

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Shannon Miller Named Keynote Speaker at Women's Wellness Center in Tallahassee

July 22, 2014 By Leave a Comment

TALLAHASSEE, FL. — Seven-time Olympic medalist, Shannon Miller, was the keynote speaker on Saturday July 12 at the Women’s Wellness Day event presented by Capital Regional Medical Center. The event took place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at FSU’s Turnbull Conference Center in Tallahassee, FL. The event also included a panel discussion with physicians concerning topics specific to women’s health. Local vendors of various health-related products and services participated as well. Source: Tallahassee.com ... Read More

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Magic Johnson Named Guest Speaker at Laredo STARS Event

July 21, 2014 By Leave a Comment

LAREDO, TX — Former LA Lakers legend, Magic Johnson, has been named the guest speaker at the 2014 Laredo STARS Extravaganza to be held on Thusday Sept. 11, 2014 at the Laredo Country Club located at 1415 Country Club Dr. in Laredo, TX . Over the years the STARS program has enlisted the help of international figures from politicians to actors. This year basketball superstar Magic Johnson has been added to the list.

Magic Johnson named featured speaker at the 2014 Laredo STARS scholarship fundraiser.

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Dwyane Wade Signs New Contract with Miami Heat

July 16, 2014 By Leave a Comment

MIAMI, Fla. — Looks like Dwyane Wade is staying with the Miami Heat. According to Yahoo Sports, to cite sources, Wade signed a new contract with the Heat on Tuesday, July 15. It’s a two-year deal, the second of those seasons a player option, said a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither side announced terms. Financial terms were not announced, though it’s expected Wade’s salary for next season will not reach the $20.2 million he would have made under his previous contract.

Photo shows Dwyane Wade speaking in Dec. 2013 in a sitdown interview with Stephen A. Smith discussing how he’s changed as a player over the past few years and why he’s still playing.

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Steelers Jerome Bettis Presents Young Athletes With $64K for 'Sports Matter' Project

July 16, 2014 By Leave a Comment

CORAPOLIS PA. — Former Pittsburgh Steelers Jerome Bettis along with Steelers Jarvis Jones recently appeared at Dick’s Sporting Goods headquarters in Coraopolis where they put some young athletes through the paces as part of the company’s “Sports Matter” project. According to KDKA, two area schools and a soccer club, suffering from financial shortfalls, received checks from Dick’s totaling more than $64,000 for their sports programs. Steelers running back, Jerome Bettis, presented a check to young athletes June 2014 for more than $64K from Dicks Sporting Goods for their sports programs. ... Read More

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Dan Reeves Named Keynote Speaker at Boys and Girls Club of Americus Charity Dinner

July 14, 2014 By Leave a Comment

AMERICUS, GA. — Former NFL coach and Americus native, Dan Reeves, will be the keynote speaker at the Boys and Girls Club’s Steak and Stake Charity Dinner on July 22 held at the Georgia Southwestern State University Student Success Center Storm Dome. A Silent Auction will begin at 5 p.m. followed by a dinner and program at 6 p.m. Performances by the Boys and Girls Club’s own 2014 Americus Idol winner, Heather Grinolds, and the 2014 Americus Idol first runner-up, Regina Thomas will be featured. Source: Americus Times Recorder.

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