The Jacksonville Jaguars kicked off the 2012 Honor Rows Season this past weekend against the Houston Texans. The Honor Rows Season gives economically and socially disadvantaged youth an opportunity to earn a seat to a Jaguars home game. Complete details are below. (Via the Jacksonville Jaguars) – Jacksonville, FL (September 17, 2012) – The Jaguars’ opening… [Continue Reading...]
28th Annual Cubs Convention is set
September 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Chicago Cubs announced Monday the dates and location for their 28th Annual Cubs Convention. Complete details follow. (Via the Chicago Cubs) – Chicago, IL (September 17, 2012) – The Chicago Cubs will host the 28th Annual Cubs Convention January 18-20, 2013, in downtown Chicago at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers at 301 E. North Water… [Continue Reading...]
Clemente award nominees announced
September 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Each year every team in Major League Baseball nominates one of their players for the “Roberto Clemente Award”. This prestigious award is named for right fielder Roberto Clemente and recognizes players for their work in the community. The Hall of Famer played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and had his life cut short on December 31,… [Continue Reading...]
Caps & Hendricks support “You Can Play” Project
September 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Washington Capitals and forward Matt Hendricks announced their support of the “You Can Play” Project this week. Complete details are below. (Via the Washington Capitals) – Arlington, VA. (September 11, 2012) – The Washington Capitals and forward Matt Hendricks are proud to announce their support for the “You Can Play” project, an organization dedicated to… [Continue Reading...]
Charlie Weis: Hannah & Friends
September 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Coach: Charlie Weis Sport: College Football, NCAA Team: Kansas Jayhawks (KU), Notre Dame Fighting Irish Website: Hannah & Friends Mission/Info (Via the website): Maura and Charlie Weis founded Hannah & Friends in recognition of their daughter Hannah, who has been affected by developmental disorders.
Yankees contribute to hurricane relief
September 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The New York Yankees are doing their part to help aid relief efforts associated with Hurricane Isaac. They announced Sunday a donation of $25,000 to the American Red Cross in support of the Gulf Coast region. “On behalf of the entire New York Yankees organization, we are eager to extend our support to the people of… [Continue Reading...]
Uecker statue to be unveiled Friday
August 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
One of the most well-known voices of the game will be honored with a statue Friday at Miller Park in Milwaukee. Bob Uecker has been announcing Milwaukee Brewers games since 1971 and he does so today with as much passion as the day he started. The Uecker statue, designed by Brian Maughan, measures over seven… [Continue Reading...]
Scully back for year number 64
August 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame broadcaster announced today he will be back in the booth in 2013, right where he belongs. Full story continues below. (Via the Los Angeles Dodgers) – Los Angeles, CA. (August 26, 2012) – Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully, one of the most revered figures in Los Angeles sports… [Continue Reading...]
