Archives for October 2014

World Series MVP Madison Bumgarner Speaks to Media After Giants Game 7 Win Over the KC Royals: VIDEO

SAN FRANCISO, CA. — San Francisco fans celebrated after Madison Bumgarner made baseball history by pitching the Giants to their third title in five years with a 3-2 win over the Kansas City Royals in Game 7 on Wednesday night, Oct. 30, 2014. Bumgarner came out of the bull pen and threw 5 scoreless innings after just two days rest, getting the save on the road and adding to his post season legacy. Source: Associated Press.

Photo shows 2014 World Series MVP Madison Bumgarner speaking with MLB Network’s Matt Yallof about coming into Game 7 of the 2014 World Series.

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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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Emmanuel Sanders to Sign Autographs at Jackson’s Sports Bar

DENVER, CO. — Broncos wide receiver, Emmanuel Sanders in conjunction with 104.3 The Fan, Jackson’s and Coors Light, will appear on Monday night Nov. 3rd at Jackson’s Sports Bar at 1520 20th Street (across from Coors Field). Sanders will appear along with Bradley Roby from 7:00-8:00 PM. Pricing to get your item(s) signed by Emmanuel Sanders is $49 any item. Pricing to get your item(s) signed by Bradley Roby is $20 any item.

Photo shows Emmanuel Sanders in a 2013 interview speaking about his humble beginnings.

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Andre Dawson to be Guest Speaker at Mantle Awards Banquet

COMMERCE, OK. — MLB great, Andre Dawson, has been named the guest speaker at the upcoming 2015 Mickey Mantle Classic awards banquet scheduled to take place on April 5, 2015 in Commerce Oklahoma. The wooden bat tournament will be held April 6-11, 2015, at the baseball park that honors “The Commerce Comet” Hall of Famer Mickey Mantle. Source: Jim Ellis, The Miami News Record.

Photo shows Andre Dawson speaking at his 2010 Hall of Fame Induction ceremony.

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Join David Ortiz for Baseball Instruction at the 2014 Market Basket David Ortiz Baseball Clinic

HANOVER, MA. — Join Boston All-Star designated hitter David Ortiz for baseball instruction and fun at the 2014 Market Basket David Ortiz Baseball Clinic in partnership with Citi presented by P&G. Date: November, 2. Location: University Sports Complex in Hanover. Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for boys and girls grades 1 – 12. Cost: $149. Source: Procamps.com.

Photo shows David Ortiz giving baseball instruction at Baseball ProCamp.

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Terry Labonte Discusses His Final Race in Tallageda: VIDEO

TALLADEGA, ALA. — NASCAR champion Terry Labonte competed in his last race at Sunday’s Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on Oct.19 making it the 890th and final race for the two-time Cup champion. Labonte is one of only 15 drivers to win multiple NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championships. Source: ABC News

Photo shows NASCAR chanpion Terry Labonte speaking to Garage Cam host about his final race.

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Former Yankees Relief Pitcher Mariano Rivera Named Guest Speaker at Steiner Sports Executive Luncheon Series

NEW YORK CITY — Former Yankees Pitcher Mariano Rivera has been named the featured speaker at the upcoming Steiner Sports Executive Luncheon Series to be held on October 28 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at NYY Steak located at 7 West 51st St in NYC.  Rivera will share stories about his career achievements and struggles. Members will have a chance to meet special guest Sparky Lyle who will also appear at the same event.

Photo shows Mariano Rivera speaking in a March 2014 with YES Network

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Former St. Louis Cardinals Lou Brock Named Keynote Speaker at Cape Fear Valley Diabetes Health and Wellness Event

FAYATTEVILLE, N.C. — Former St. Louis Cardinals left fielder, Lou Brock, has been named the keynote speaker at Cape Fear Valley Diabetes Health and Wellness on Nov. 1, 2014. The diabetes event will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. inside the Cape Fear Valley Education Center. Brock will speak at noon. Source: Fayobserver.com.

Photo shows Lou Brock speaking at his Baseball Hall of Fame Induction in 1985.

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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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Join Matt Forte Monday Night Football Watch Party Oct. 27

CHICAGO, IL. — Join the Citi Matt Forte Monday Night Watch Party 6:30 pm-9:30 pm at the Hard Rock Cafe in Chicago where Citi cardmembers will have the exclusive opportunity to watch prime time  football with Matt Forte as Washington takes on Dallas on Monday Night Football. Matt will offer his insight on the game and hold an interactive question and answer session with participants. Age: 21 + years old. Cost: $49. Source: ProCamps.

Photo shows Bears running back Matt Forte for Citi Monday Night Watch Party on Oct. 27, 2014 .

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