Maya Moore, arguably the greatest women’s basketball player of all time, abruptly left the sport a year ago to help in the fight against a corrupt criminal justice system. She left the sport in her prime, because some things in life are just bigger than sports. Moore first met aContinue Reading
Some professional athletes spend their money on luxury homes, cars, and vacations, but the Chicago Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo thought of something better. Rizzo announced a $3.5 million commitment to create two endowed funds at a children’s hospital in Chicago. One fund will provide grants on a case-by-case basis for familiesContinue Reading
Bo Paske, a 6th grade student at Montford Middle School in Tallahassee, is autistic. He’s a sweet child with a smile and hug for everyone. For whatever reason, he almost always sits alone at the lunch table. His mother thinks his autism in some ways shields him from noticing heContinue Reading
Cubs outfielder Matt Szczur made his major league debut in 2014 and has a career batting average of .242. While not an everyday player, Szczur has shown tremendous value as a consistent pinch hitter and backup outfielder. What is of special interest is the impact he has made off theContinue Reading
During a recent marathon in Philadelphia a female runner collapsed 100 yards from the finish line. Showing the highest sportsmanship, two unidentified runners interrupted their runs, carried the exhausted runner up to the finish line, and set her down so that she could take the final step across the lineContinue Reading
Born and raised in Chicago, and now playing for the Chicago Bulls, Derrick Rose has always been an active member of the Chicago community. Derrick Rose recently donated $1 Million to After School Matters. After School Matters is a non-profit organization that offers Chicago high school teens innovative out-of-school activitiesContinue Reading
Peder Mondrup became the first person with cerebral palsy to complete the IRONMAN Triathlon. With the help of his twin brother Steen, they completed the triathlon in 15 hours and 32 minutes. The brothers finished the race under the bright lights and the loudest crowd to any finisher. The brother’sContinue Reading
Germany soccer midfielder Mesut Ozil truly appreciated host nation Brazil’s hospitality throughout the world tournament. He enjoyed and appreciated it so much so, that he has announced that he will sponsor sugeries of 23 Brazilian children, one for every member of his World Cup winning Germany team. Sports in soContinue Reading
Hearing your name picked during the NBA Draft is what all basketball players dream of. Seeing the commissioner at the podium reading your name is a moment that you can truly cherish your entire life. Although Isaiah Austin may never play basketball again, he had his shining moment during theContinue Reading
Crosstown rivals Simi Valley High (California) and Royal High featured a field-goal kicking competition during halftime of their game. What’s the prize you ask…how about a brand new 2014 Chevrolet Camaro valued around $24,000! Former Simi Valley student Invictus Igwe may have had a leg up on his competitionContinue Reading