Baseball Hall of Famer Willie Mays Named Keynote Speaker at Champion Honors Event

INDIAN WELLS, CA. — Baseball Hall of Famer, Willie Mays, has been named the keynote speaker at the annual Champion Honors Luncheon scheduled to be held on Jan. 14, 2015 at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa in Indian Wells. The proceeds of the luncheon will benefit the Barbara Sinatra Center for Abused Children. Source: The Desert Sun.

Photo shows Willie Mays speaking about his career in a 2013 interview with Bob Costas.

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Karl Mecklenburg Reviews Denver Broncos Film with Military at Appreciation Event

DENVER, CO. — Former Bronco’s pro linebacker Karl Mecklenburg, along with former Denver placekicker David Treadwell, sat down with approximately 20 active duty military members and their guests on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2014 for a military appreciation film session in the Broncos’ Fan Cave. Mecklenburg and Treadwell reviewed tape, spoke with fans and answered questions about their playing days and the state of the Broncos. The military appreciation event was hosted by Coca Cola. Source: DenverBroncos.com. ... Read More

Steve Largent to Sign Autographs at Sports Authority in Issaquah WA

ISSAQUAH, WA. — Former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver, Steven Largent, will be signing autographs from 11:00am-12:30pm on Saturday, November 8, 2014 at the Sports Authority located at 1185 Northwest Gilman Boulevard in Issaquah, WA. Steve will also be signing autographs from 1:30pm-3:00pm at the Crossroads location in Bellevue.

Photo shows former Seattle Seahawks great Steve Largent speaking at the 2013 NATE conference in Ft. Worth.

Photo shows former Seattle Seahawks great Steve Largent speaking at the 2013 NATE event .

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12-Time Pro Bowler Champ Bailey Retires

Twelve time Pro Bowler  Champ Bailey has decided to retire from the NFL, putting an end to a long and illustrious career. The 36-year-old cornerback spent most of his 15-season career with the Denver Broncos, but after being released by the Broncos at the end of last season and being cut by the New Orleans Saints this season due to a foot injury, Bailey decided to move on to pursue other career opportunities. Source: Los Angeles Times.

Twelve time Pro bowler Champ Bailey announces his retirement from the NFL October 28, 2014.

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Magic Johnson Speaks About His Life and Career at ‘The Magic of Winning’ Event

SANTA BARBARA, CA. — Former Los Angeles Lakers point guard and successful entrepreneur, Magic Johnson, was the featured speaker on Friday, October 24, at the Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara for his event, The Magic of Winning, where Magic discussed his life and career that led to his path to success. Source: Daily Nexus.

Photo shows Magic Johnson speaking about his career at the 2014 YPO Global EDGE event.

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Mike Matheny to be Keynote Speaker at Arrow Leadership and Success Summit

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO. — St. Louis Cardinals manager, Mike Matheny, will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Arrow Leadership and Success Summit, the high point of the Arrow Leadership and Success Series, which is new to the publication this year. The summit will held at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 in the Show Me Center. The Show Me Center is a multi-purpose arena, located on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University, in Cape Girardeau, MO. Students and other people from around the area will have the opportunity to hear from Matheny about what it takes to lead winning teams and organizations. Source: krcu.com.

Photo shows Mike Matheny speaking about how to build great teams.

Photo shows Mike Matheny speaking about how to build great teams.

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Coach Bill Self Gives Keynote Speech at the 2nd Annual Roos Basketball Tip-Off Dinner

KANSAS CITY, KS. — Kansas University Jayhawks basketball coach Bill Self was the keynote speaker at the 2nd annual Roos Basketball Tip-Off Dinner on Sept. 30. The event was hosted by the UMKC men’s basketball program and took place at the College Basketball Experience, next to the Sprint Center in downtown Kansas City. Source: University News.

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NFL Quarterback and BYU Graduate Jim McMahon Has #9 Jersey Retired by BYU

BYU graduate and NFL quarterback, Jim McMahon, became an official member of Brigham Young University’s Athletic Hall of Fame this week. McMahon’s jersey #9 was retired at the game on Oct. 3, 2014. McMahon is the sixth former BYU football player to have his number retired, following Eldon Fortie, Marion Probert, Steve Young, Gifford Nielsen and Ty Detmer.

Photo shows Jim McMahon speaking after BYU retired his #9 jersey at BYU game on Oct. 3, 2014.

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R. C. Slocum Named Keynote Speaker at PESA Leadership Luncheon in Houston

HOUSTON, TX. — Former Texas A&M football coach R. C. Slocum has been named the keynote speaker by the Hannon Hydraulics and the Petroleum Equipment & Services Association (PESA) to speak at their Executive Leadership Seminar on Oct. 15, 2014 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Houston, Texas. Registration begins at 11:00 am with Coach Slocum’s keynote address at 12:15 pm. The PESA Executive Leadership Series features prominent keynote speakers sharing their insights and career experiences. Source: PR.com.

Photo shows former Texas A&M football coach R.C. Slocum speaking to Texas A&M graduates on Aug. 12, 2010.

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Pete Rose, Lou Piniella, Ken Griffey Sr, Tony Perez Sign Autographs for Fans

NEW YORK — Two-thirds of the Big Red Machine starting lineup signed autographs at the Western New York Sports Card Expo Saturday and Sunday at Batavia Downs Gaming which included Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, Tony Perez, Ken Griffey Sr., George Foster and Cesar Geronimo members of Cincinnati’s 1975 and ’76 World Series teams who signed at various times Saturday afternoon. Former New York Yankees great Lou Piniella, Bears running back Gale Sayers were also on hand to sign autographs. Pete Rose, Lou Pinella, Ken Griffey, Sr. and others signed autographs at the Western New York Sports Card Expo on Sept. 20 and Sept. 21, 2014 at Batavia Downs Gaming in New York. Source: Democrat and Chronicle. ... Read More