Archives for 2013

NFL Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler to Sign His New Book in Packers Pro Shop

GREEN BAY, WI. — Packers fans will have a chance to meet NFL Hall of Famer, LeRoy Butler, who is scheduled to host a book signing on Oct. 24 for his new book, “Packers Pride: Green Bay Greats Share their Favorite Memories.” The event will take place in the Packers Pro Shop located 1265 Lombardi Ave from 3:30 to 5 p.m.  The event is free and open to the public, however, Butler, will only be signing his new book. Fans can purchase the book at the Pro Shop  store or online. Co-author, Rob Reischel, will also join Butler for the signing. Green Bay Packers legend and NFL Hall of Famer, Leroy Butler, signs his new book titled “Packers Pride: Green Bay Greats Share their Favorite Memories,” on Oct. 24, 2013 at the Packers Pro Shop. ... Read More

John Smoltz Speaks to Media to Help Raise Awareness and Funds for Pediatric Cancer

Former Atlanta Braves pitcher, John Smoltz, recently appeared during the FOX8 Morning News segment at 8:00 on Friday, September 20, where he spoke about winning the Aflac Duckprints Award for volunteering in the fight against pediatric cancer. 2013 Aflac Duckprints Award Recipient, John Smoltz, spoke about raising awareness for America’s unsung heros and his fight against pediatric cancer. ... Read More

John Elway Discusses 51-48 Win Over Cowboys

After the Bronco’s incredible victory over the Dallas Cowboys last week, executive vice president of operations, John Elway, sat down with Chris Hall of Broncos TV to talk about the 51-48 win over the Cowboys and their upcoming week with the Jaguars.

Photo shows John Elway speaking in an interview in early 2013 on the Morning Joe Show on MSNBC.

Photo shows John Elway speaking in an interview in early 2013 on the Morning Joe Show.

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Shannon Sharpe ‘SNL’ Impression by Jay Pharoah is Hilarious (VIDEO)

Saturday Night Live comedian, Jay Pharoah, decided to do a spoof of current CBS sportscaster, Shannon Sharpe, this past weekend and as usual, it was pretty funny. The former NFL tight end and Pro Hall of Famer was parodied by impressionist, Jay Pharoah, who captured Sharpe’s mannerisms perfectly. I wonder what Shannon thought of the impression? Former NFL tight end and current CBS commentator, Shannon Sharpe is spoofed by Impersonator and comedian, Jay Pharoah, on Saturday Night Live October 5, 2013. ... Read More

Alex Morgan Meets Fans for Book Signing at California Toy and Book Store

LaVerne, CA — Professional soccer player and Olympic Gold Medalist, Alex Morgan, met with her fans on Sunday afternoon on September 29th at Mrs. Nelson’s Toy and Book Shop located in Laverne California. Morgan was there to meet and greet the fans and to sign her first book in a series of Middle Reader books, The Kicks: Saving the Team.

Photo shows Alex Morgan at a 2013 book signing at Bookends in NJ.

Photo shows Alex Morgan at a previous 2013 book signing at Bookends in NJ.

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John Elway Speaks About Home Tech and Football at Legrand Tailgate Party

Denver Broncos legend, John Elway, gave sports fans a treat on Friday, September 27, when he arrived at the Legrand Tailgate Party at the CEDIA Expo booth. It turns out the Hall of Famer came to talk about a new sophisticated Vantage-based control system he had installed in his home and while at he party he also talked football. John Elway, Broncos executive, is also a high tech enthusiast. He recently spoke about his Home Tech system and the Broncos on September 27, 2013, at the Legrand Tailgate Party. ... Read More

Is Robinson Cano the $300M Man?

According to an ESPN twitter, New York Yankees All-Star 2nd baseman, Robinson Cano, is seeking a a 10-yr $305M contract this off season. Cano, who is now a free agent, will most likely stay with the Yankees, but he plans to seek as much money as he can get. N.Y. Yankees 2nd baseman, Robinson Cano, now a free agent plans to seek a high pay day. ... Read More

Gale Sayers Says He Did Not Consent to Concusion Lawsuit Against NFL or Riddell

Former Chicago Bear’s running back, Gales Sayer’s name appears on a lawsuit accusing the NFL of failing to prevent head injuries, but Sayers says he didn’t file the suit. Former Chicago Bear’s running back, Gale Sayers, says he did not consent to being part of  a concussion lawsuit against the NFL and Riddell Helmet and his name has been withdrawn. ... Read More

ESPN Analyst Bruce Pearl to Deliver Keynote Speech at Blue Raiders’ Tip-off Celebration

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Former University of Tennessee men’s basketball coach, Bruce Pearl, will be this year’s keynote speaker at the Middle Tennessee men’s basketball Tip-off Celebration scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 23. The event will begin at 6 p.m. in the ballroom on the second floor of the student union on the Middle Tennessee campus.

Photo shows former University of Tennessee men's basketball coach and current ESPN analyst, Bruce Pearl, speakein at a press conference June 11, 2009.

Photo shows former University of Tennessee men’s basketball coach and current ESPN analyst, Bruce Pearl, speaking at a press conference June 11, 2009.

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Steve Young Named Keynote Speaker at Mormon LGBT Affirmation Conference

Hall of Fame quarterback, Steve Young, and his wife, Barb, both members of the Church of Jesus Christ LDS, were the keynote speakers at the 32nd annual Affirmation Conference for the Mormon lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community in Salt Lake City.

Photo shows former NFL quarterback, Steve Young speaking at the 32nd annual Affirmation Conference in Salt lake City, Utah on September 14, 2013.

Photo shows former NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer, Steve Young, speaking at the 32nd annual Affirmation Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 14, 2013.

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