Larry Fitzgerald makes it a point each summer to return to Minnesota to work with the area youth. The Arizona Cardinals all-pro receiver was at it again Tuesday at alma mater Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield. The focus of his football procamp, Fitzgerald said, isn’t to help kids become pro athletes, to teach them life lessons. “You have to invest the time and resources into helping them achieve their goals,” Fitzgerald said. “It’s the same way people did for me, so it’s always important to pay it forward. I just want them to be good young people. That’s all you want.” Why the need to come back to Minnesota? This, Fitzgerald noted, is where it all started. He talked about idolizing local athletes such as John Randle, Randall McDaniel, Kirby Puckett, Kevin Garnett and Mike Modano, to name a few, and mentioned others in the community who helped him growing up. But Minnesota is not where he sees his pro football career … [Read more...] about Larry Fitzgerald has no plans to retire — or play for the Vikings
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Meet Detroit Lions’ Frank Ragnow: A ‘throwback’ playing for his late father
Share This Story! Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about Facebook Email Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest Meet Detroit Lions' Frank Ragnow: A 'throwback' playing for his late father Frank Ragnow, the Detroit Lions' top pick in 2018, has played with a heavy heart the past 19 months since his father died of a heart attack Sent! A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the Conversation To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press Published 8:00 a.m. ET April 29, 2018 CLOSE Shawn Windsor, Dave Birkett and Carlos Monarrez debate Detroit Lions' surprising pick of Arkansas center Frank Ragnow at No. 20 in NFL draft April 26. Detroit Free Press staff, Detroit Free Press CONNECT TWEET LINKEDIN COMMENT EMAIL MORE There aren’t many people in … [Read more...] about Meet Detroit Lions’ Frank Ragnow: A ‘throwback’ playing for his late father
McLain Alumnus Joshua Jacobs Set to Play For College Football National Championship
By Fred L. Jones, Jr. Staff Writer [email protected] Joshua Jacobs from Raymond S. Tulsa McLain is playing for the College Football National Championship for the #1 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide January 9th and his is story is a truly phenomenal. Jacobs is just a true freshman getting ample playing time for the Crimson Tide, he’s part of that even though no one was calling and asking about the star player from McLain, less than a year ago. Jacobs Father Marty Jacobs said “Ever since signing day this has been a great experience, I am humble to share with my son. If you would have told me at the beginning of the season. That I would see Josh as a freshman on the field. I wouldn’t believe you. This whole journey proves that God truly moved mountains for his gifts. I’m proud, not just being successful on field, but in the class room. His final grades for Semester where good. He has a 3.28 GPA. Thus, far totaling 24 hours passed (include his summer) … [Read more...] about McLain Alumnus Joshua Jacobs Set to Play For College Football National Championship
Chatelain: Renaissance of 3-on-3 helps bring back fundamentals in youth basketball
Three years ago, a Lincoln youth basketball dynamo came to Tim Miles seeking advice.Matt Cumro was already an expert. A former three-time state championship girls coach at Falls City Sacred Heart. A former men’s basketball graduate assistant at Texas under Rick Barnes. He’d returned to Lincoln and started a booming youth program.On this 2015 day, Cumro wanted to pick Miles’ brain. What more could he do locally to improve the game? Miles’ answer: Start a 3-on-3 league.The idea wasn’t revolutionary, but it confronted a youth basketball culture that’s veered out of bounds, according to local college coaches. Kids spend too much time competing in tournaments and too little time developing individual skills.“The biggest issue is we want to play too many games,” Amy Williams said.The Nebraska women’s coach knows the youth basketball world inside and out. She grew up in it. She has two daughters in it. She spends hundreds of hours every … [Read more...] about Chatelain: Renaissance of 3-on-3 helps bring back fundamentals in youth basketball
Zach McRoberts’ role for IU basketball is greater than anyone imagined
Share This Story! Let friends in your social network know what you are reading about Facebook Email Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest Zach McRoberts' role for IU basketball is greater than anyone imagined You may be surprised by Zach McRoberts' contributions to IU basketball, but those who know him best aren't shocked at all. Sent! A link has been sent to your friend's email address. Posted! A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the Conversation To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs Subscribe Today Log In Subscribed, but don't have a login? Activate your digital access. Zach Osterman, [email protected] Published 5:25 p.m. ET March 29, 2018 CLOSE IndyStar IU Insider Zach Osterman and Chronic Hoosier welcome a special guest to discuss the first year of 'Arch Madness' as the Hoosiers first-year coach Archie Miller but a bow on Year 1. Zach … [Read more...] about Zach McRoberts’ role for IU basketball is greater than anyone imagined
Wilton Youth Basketball Roundup
Published 11:05 am, Wednesday, February 21, 2018 8th Grade Girls The 8G Wilton Girls team sponsored by Pinocchio’s Pizza split their games this weekend. On Saturday, Wilton lost a hard fought battle to the number one seed Norwalk 42-36. Sunday, they defeated Newtown by a score of 40-28, securing third place in the FCBL Division A league. Saturday was a game of toughness against Norwalk. Grace Williams had three 3pt shoots, followed by multiple baskets from Catherine Dineen (6pts), and Erynn Floyd (4pts). Ellie Copley and Olivia Rossi were able to convert a basket each from fast breaks. Bella Andjelkovic deflected multiple shots with her blocks. Sports Channel Now Playing: Now Playing Louisville Vacates Title... but Will Anything Change? Sports Illustrated Flags Highlight National Pride at Winter Games Associated Press 6-Year-Old Junior Golf is as Good as the Pros Storyful Jon Wertheim on Sports Illustrated’s Investigation of … [Read more...] about Wilton Youth Basketball Roundup
YOUTH SPOTLIGHT: SCBC team wins Stellar Tournament’s Riser Division title
The SCBC youth team is named in honor of a local basketball star and college coach who prefers to remain anonymous. However, that former player and current coach had to admire how the SCBC youth squad performed in beating Wall2Wall 45-32 on Sunday for the 12-team youth basketball division title at the 21st annual Stellar Construction Catch A Rising Star Showcase at Cedar Beach. The team was coached by former Central Catholic standout and current Notre Dame-Green Pond coach Pat Boyle and his team played hard and well to win the title trophy. "These kids have been playing together since last spring and most of them are from St. Thomas More and they're a really good group," Boyle said. "We played Wall2Wall earlier in the day and they took it to us a little bit, but we came back through the loser's bracket and got a second shot and kept our composure." Christian Spugnardi, the son of former Emmaus and Villanova University football standout Rich Spugnardi, was the tourney MVP. He scored 19 … [Read more...] about YOUTH SPOTLIGHT: SCBC team wins Stellar Tournament’s Riser Division title
Mitchell’s days with Spurs colored by confidence, care for teammates
Mitchell’s days with Spurs colored by confidence, care for teammates By Tom Orsborn January 22, 2018 Photo: J.B. Hazlett /San Antonio Express-News Image 1of/10 CaptionClose Image 1 of 10 1985 file photo. Left to right, Diana, Kiah (6), Mike and Michael (3); Mike Mitchell. 1985 file photo. Left to right, Diana, Kiah (6), Mike and Michael (3); Mike Mitchell. Photo: J.B. Hazlett /San Antonio Express-News Image 2 of 10 1988 file photo. Spurs Mike Mitchell defended by Sacramento’s Terry Tyler. 1988 file photo. Spurs Mike Mitchell defended by Sacramento’s Terry Tyler. Photo: Phillip Barr /San Antonio Express-News Image 3 of 10 1985 file photo: Spurs Mike Mitchell drives past Dallas’ Mark Aguirre. 1985 file photo: Spurs Mike Mitchell drives past … [Read more...] about Mitchell’s days with Spurs colored by confidence, care for teammates
Letters: More like a bad dream for Clippers and Rockets
The lack of control demonstrated by the Clippers and Rockets, these highly paid, supposedly professional athletes, was appalling. First of all, they all were wearing "I Have A Dream" T-Shirts to honor Dr. King's legacy. Yet they proceeded to turn the contest into a Crips vs. Bloods-type confrontation.I understand every athlete is not on a conscious level as let's say, Ali, Curt Flood, Bill Russell, or even Colin Kaepernick. Still let's be mindful that due to your notoriety, you as African American males are prone to scrutiny from the public's eye. So with that being said, let's demonstrate an elevated level of self-respect and squash the pettiness.Wendell AdairLos Angeles::The image of a scowling Chris Paul charging the Clippers' locker room — bringing along several towering teammates for backup — suggests a new nickname: Little Rocket Man. Thankfully, as your article informed us, he was "stopped short" by security before he could wreak havoc on his former teammates. … [Read more...] about Letters: More like a bad dream for Clippers and Rockets
Oakland-UDM offenses make for ‘entertaining contest’
Detroit — So, big game?"Man, I'm still trying to find a small game," Detroit Mercy men's basketball coach Bacari Alexander said, with a laugh."I tell ya, if there's a small game out here and you find it, you let me know."The point is well taken. The Horizon League is a bit more bunched up than most expected, especially in the middle of the standings — where Oakland, the preseason favorite to win the league, and Detroit Mercy, the No. 4 pick, reside heading into Saturday afternoon's rivalry showdown at Calihan Hall.The teams tip at 4 p.m., following the Detroit Mercy-Milwaukee women's game, which starts at 1 p.m.Detroit Mercy (6-14, 2-5) and Oakland (12-8, 4-3) both have righted the ship in recent weeks, with the Titans having won two of three following an 11-game losing streak, and the Golden Grizzlies having won three straight following a surprising three-game losing streak."Are we getting better?" Oakland coach Greg Kampe said. "I hope so."Saturday's game … [Read more...] about Oakland-UDM offenses make for ‘entertaining contest’