Archives for March 2014

Grant Hill Honored by Orlando Magic

March 31, 2014 By Leave a Comment

ORLANDO, FL — In celebration of “Legends Nights,” former Orlando Magic legend and seven-time NBA All-Star, Grant Hill, was honored by the Orlando Magic at the end of the first quarter during the March 25 matchup vs. the Portland Trail Blazers. The evening featured a center court presentation at the end of the first quarter. Hill joined FOX Sports Florida’s broadcasts including Magic Live pregame show with hosts Paul Kennedy and Nick Anderson and join broadcasters David Steele and Jeff Turner for a portion of the game broadcast.

Photo shows NBA All-Star, Grant Hill announcing his retirement after 19 season in  the NBA.

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Atlanta Braves Knuckleball Pitcher Phil Niekro Signs Autographs at Newman Stores Opening

March 25, 2014 By Leave a Comment

NEWNAN, GA. — Hall of Fame knuckleball pitcher, Phil Niekro, appeared at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet in Newnan, Georgia for the Newnan store’s grand opening on Weds, March 18, to meet an greet fans & to sign autographs. The event began at 10 a.m., but fans arrived at the store as early as 7:30 a.m. to get their tickets in order to to meet the former Atlanta Braves pitcher.

Photo shows Phil Niekro signing autographs on March 19, 2014 at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet for the Grand opening of Newnan Stores in Newnan, Georgia. Photo Credit: Time Herald.

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Pete Rose to Sign Autographs in Winnipeg

March 20, 2014 By Leave a Comment

WINNIPEG, Ca. — Former Cinncinnati Reds legend, Pete Rose, is coming to Winnipeg on Saturday, April 26, at a pay-per-autograph event at The Park Theatre where Rose will sign autographs from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tickets for the event range in price from $20 to $40 and can be purchased through the Park Theatre, Music Trader or online. A ticket to the event will guarantee the purchaser a chance to meet baseball’s controversial MLB legend.

Photo shows Pete Rose speaking with Keith Olberman in October 2013 about progress on his MLB reinstatement, PED users in the majors and the 2013 World Series.

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Broncos Free Agent Eric Decker Signs 5 Year $36.25 Million Contract With New York Jets

March 13, 2014 By Leave a Comment

In an announcement that came on Wednesday night, March 13, the NY Jets have agreed to terms with Denver Broncos free agent Eric Decker. The deal is for five years and worth $36.25 million with $15 million guaranteed, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Denver Broncos free agent Eric Decker accepts NY Jets lucrative five year contract worth $36.25 million with $15 million guaranteed. The announcement came on March 12, 2014. ... Read More

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Cal Ripken Jr to Appear For ‘Squeeze Play’ Book Signing at Amway Center in Orlando

March 11, 2014 By Leave a Comment

ORLANDO, FL — Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer, Cal Ripken Jr., will appear along with the Washington Wizards on Friday, March 14th, at Amway Center in Orlando. The Florida League and Orlando Magic have partnered to provide Florida League fans a unique game night opportunity. Fans can purchase their own ticket package that includes entry to the game, a copy of the book “Squeeze Play”, and an exclusive signing of the book with Cal Ripken Jr.

Photo shows retired Baltimore Orioles shortstop and Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. in January 2014 speaking with Adam Schein about A-Rod controversy.

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MLB Legend Bobby Valentine Named Keynote Speaker at Knights of St. Patrick Banquet

March 7, 2014 By Leave a Comment

NEW HAVEN, CT. — Former Boston Red Sox Manager Bobby Valentine has been named the keynote speaker at the 136th Annual Banquet of the Knights of St. Patrick beginning with a social hour at 6 p.m. on March 17 at the New Haven Lawn Club, located at 193 Whitney Ave. The event will continue with dinner followed by Valentines speech.

Photo shows MLB legend Bobby Valentine speaking with One World Sports on Jan. 27, 2014 about Masahiro Tanaka and his transition from the Rakuten Eagles to the New York Yankees.

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Ray Lewis Named Featured Speaker at this Year’s LSU Football Coaches Clinic

March 4, 2014 By Leave a Comment

BATON ROUGE, LA — Retired Ravens linebacker, Ray Lewis, has been named the featured speaker at at this year’s LSU Football Coaches Clinic. Along with Lewis, New Orleans Saints defensive coordinator, Rob Ryan, will also be a guest speaker at the clinic. The event will be held at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on March 27-29. Ryan will take the podium Thursday, March 27 at 7:15 p.m. and Lewis will speak Friday, March 28 at 11:45 a.m. Former Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis will be the featured speaker at the 2014 LSU Football Coaches Clinic on March 27-29, 2014. ... Read More

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