NFL legends Roger Staubach and Alan Page received an unprecedented honor on Friday. They were the first former pro football players to be recipients of The Presidential Medal of Freedom.Seven outstanding people were awarded the nation’s highest civilian honor by President Donald Trump. In addition t... Read More
Two first-time honorees were announced as Cy Young Award honorees in the National League and American League on Wednesday. The New York Mets' Jacob deGrom and Tampa Bay Rays' Blake Snell shined in beating out two veteran pitchers for the trophy. deGrom got 29 of 30 first-place votes from the Ba... Read More
It was a special night evening on Monday in Toronto as six new members were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. The Class of 2018 was highlighted by legendary goalie Martin Brodeur, current NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and the NHL's first black player, Willie O'Ree. Othe... Read More
One of the best catchers in modern baseball history decided to hang it up this week. Athlete Speakers extends congratulations to Minnesota Twins standout Joe Mauer on retirement. Over 15 years, Mauer built a career that could have him bound for the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. The... Read More
The Marguerite Aquatics Complex in Mission Viejo, California welcomed some Olympic star power for their grand re-opening. Greg Louganis highlighted the proceedings on April 7 that took place at the home of the world-renowned Nadadores swimming and diving club. Olympic gold medalists Ro... Read More
Former NBA All-Star Mark Eaton was one of the league's most feared defenders in his era. He has recently used that experience along with his later success in the business world to put together the book, "The Four Commitments of a Winning Team." In the book, Eaton talks about h... Read More
Hockey legend Bobby Hull is still one of Chicago's sports icons. On April 25, he will be outside of the city in Wesmont visiting with fans at a special meet and greet. Hull will be making the appearance at Zazzo's Pizza to sign autographs from 5-9 p.m. Fans are welcome to bring thei... Read More
John Carlos' Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics stands as some of the most powerful imagery in American history. He will be speaking about that day and his activism during three appearances at Notre Dame next week. Carlos is taking part in the school's community-wide initiative title... Read More