Archives for August 2013

Steve Young Interview with Colin Kaepernick (VIDEO)

Back in November 2012, Colin Kaepernick was named the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers and there was plenty of controversy back then. In a sit down interview with Colin Kaepernick, former 49ers quarterback, Steve Young, speaks with Kaepernick and asks him  to take us back to that time and what it was like for him.

Former 49ers quarterback, Steve Young, speaks with Colin Kaepernick in 2012.

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Shannon Miller to Speak at Fundraising Event in Abilene

ABILENE, TX. — Seven time Olympic gold medalist and cancer survivor, Shannon Miller, will join a gymnastics clinic with Gymnastics Sports Center on Sept. 25 to encourage the children to set goals and to take pictures with the participants. The clinic will cost $25 per child and limited spots are available. According to a the organization’s press release, Miller has also agreed to participate in the Alliance for Women and Children’s 11th Annual Fall Luncheon on Sept. 26 at the Abilene Civic Center, located at 1100 N 6th St, in Abilene, TX.

Photo shows 7-time Olympic gold medalist and cancer survivor, Shannon Miller, speaking to a British Interviewer on the Red Carpet at the London 2012 Summer Olympics.

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Kurt Warner’s Life Story to Become a Movie

Kurt Warner, who went from stocking shelves at a grocery store for $5.50 an hour to become one of the greatest quarterback’s in NFL history, was always told that his life story would make a great movie and now that dream is coming true. ... Read More

Andy Pettitte to Speak at Church Event in Warren, NJ

New York Yankees pitcher and devout Christian, Andy Pettitte, is scheduled to appear as the guest speaker on Saturday, Aug. 31, at 5:30 p.m. at Stonecrest Community Church’s outdoor event in Warren, N.J. The church is hosting an outdoor event called “Family Fun Night” and Pettitte will appear on the church grounds to speak to the crowd. Stonecrest Community Church is located at 11 Technology Dr. N, Warren, NJ. The good news is admission tickets for the gala event are free, and can be reserved by going to stonecrestchurch.com/familyfun.

Photo shows Andy Pettitte in an interview discussing his life as a Christian. Pettitte is the featured speaker at Stonecrest Community Church's outdoor event in Warren, N.J. August 31, 2013.

Photo shows Andy Pettitte from an interview discussing his life as a Christian. Pettitte is the featured speaker at Stonecrest Community Church’s outdoor event in Warren, N.J. August 31, 2013.

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Steve Garvey to Appear as Keynote Speaker at Vehicle Protection Association Meeting

Baseball great, Steve Garvey is scheduled to appear as the keynote speaker at this year’s annual Vehicle Protection Association meeting on Sept. 15-16, 2013 at Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. The Vehicle Protection Association (VPA) is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to ensuring the integrity of the automotive service contract industry. Former first baseman, Steve Garvey appeared on Good Day LA in April 2013, where he discussed auctioning off his sports memorabilia for a good cause. Steve Garvey, who is an active philanthropist, is also a popular motivational speaker, says PFP Sports & Celebrity Talent Agency. ... Read More

Golden Tate Prepares for Packers Boos Tonight

GREEN BAY, WI. — Seattle Seahawks wide receiver, Golden Tate, says he’s prepared to hear decibel breaking boos from the Packer’s fans tonight as he comes out of the visiting tunnel onto Lambeau field in a much anticipated return rematch. Fans haven’t forgotten last year’s controversial last-second touchdown called “Fail Mary,” that cost the Packers the game. Seatlle Seahawks, wide receiver, Golden Tate prepares for boos from Packer’s fans when he meets Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on August 23, 2013 in a much anticipated rematch. ... Read More

Gene Stallings Named Keynote Speaker at Benefit Dinner

Former football coach, Gene Stallings, has been named keynote speaker at a benefit dinner for the Lindale ISD Education Foundation, A Legendary Kickoff: An Evening to Support Excellence. The event takes place on Thursday, September 12, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at Villa Di Felicita located at 7891 Highway 110 North in Tyler, Texas. ... Read More

Charlie Manuel Gets Standing Ovation at Autograph Signing Day After He’s Fired

MEDIA, Pa. — The day after Phillies manager Charlie Manuel was fired, he kept a commitment to appear for more than two hours during a scheduled appearance at Granite Run Mall in Media. Pa. To Manuels’ astonishment, he was given a standing ovation.

Photo shows Charlie Manuel speaking to the press after the Phillies fired him on August 16, 2013.

Photo shows Charlie Manuel speaking to the press after the Phillies fired him on August 16, 2013.

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Gabby Douglas is Featured Speaker at Youth Breakfast

DEKALB COUNTY Ga. — Olympic gold medalist, Gabby Douglas, was the featured speaker at Sharon Barnes Sutton’s youth empowerment breakfast that was held on Saturday, August 10, at the Marriott Evergreen Resort in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Douglas spoke to an audience full of youth, their families and notable DeKalb County leaders who attended the breakfast which benefits the Youth Leadership Academy. Barnes, who is the District 4 DeKalb County Commissioner, founded the Academy in 2008.

Photo shows Gabby Douglas during an interview with Barbara Walters ’10 Most Fascinating People.’

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Dwight Gooden to Appear at Locker Room Sports in Woodbridge

Former MLB Pitcher Dwight “Doc” Gooden is scheduled to appear on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Locker Room Sports, located at 76 Main St. in Woodbridge, N.J to sign autographs for his fans. The cost of the autographs are $25 each and inscriptions are $10. ... Read More