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Michael Jordan in Adidas?

In 1984, after Jordan went third in the NBA Draft following Olajuwon and Sam Bowie, David Falk, Jordan’s agent, negotiated a $3 million, five-year package with the Chicago Bulls. Falk’s next goal was to sign Jordan to various endorsement deals.
According to Swoosh, in chapter thirty-eight, Air Becomes A Man, athletic shoe companies [...]

DWYL Resources

The team over at Don’t Waste Your Life continue to provide new engaging resources and many for FREE.
Similar to Relevant Revolution, Sermon Jams have mixed the message of DWYL to various musical beats on CD.
Below is a DWYL Sermon Jam Video:

Download FREE DWYL Wallpapers:

The entire DWYL Book and group Study Guide is available [...]

Pastor-Athlete // C.J. Mahaney

The following 7 minute video is from the T4G video crew at the office of  C.J Mahaney documenting his library, work habits, thoughts on music, inspirations, and a unique glimpse into the life of a self-described “pastor-athlete.”
I had the privilege to attend the T4G conference 2008 and to learn and be encouraged by the brilliant minds and [...]

Vote For Us // Back Your Block Grant Nomination

A few posts back, I announced a grant opportunity for 501(c)(3) sports organizations in connection with Nike Back Your Block. Below is a video promo of the program.

As I mentioned previously, I was hoping to apply for this grant, but needed to hear back from the IRS before applying. Well, I [...]

iPhone & iPod Touch Basketball Instruction App

I recently had the opportunity to test a new iPhone & iPod Touch app, 23 Ways to Destroy Your Defender: Moves & Counter Moves of the Superstars.
The basketball instruction is led by Ganon Baker and in association with Level X Hoops & Avatron Publishing.
Featured Highlights //
* DVD-like control of the footage – [...]

Behind The Scenes // Paul Rodriguez, Kobe Bryant, Skateboarding Video

Skateboarding pro, Paul Rodriguez, has a new website showcasing a new shoe, video, and some behind the scenes footage with cameo appearances by Kobe Bryant and Ice Cube.
Below is footage of Paul Rodriguez and Kobe Bryant discussing a particular scene in the video. Watch the full version here by navigating at the top [...]

X Games 3D // The Movie

X Games 15 are finishing up today. However, ESPN has produced the first Action Sports film in 3D.
This trailer looks good (video embedded below).

NBA Draft Day

Today is the 2009 NBA Draft in New York. The draft is a day of excitement for many reasons, but mainly because of the anticipation of change.
Players are hoping to fulfill their dreams of making it to the top level of basketball in the world. Teams are trying to draft the best [...]

3 on 3 // West Louisville

On Saturday, I was down in West Louisville helping run a 3 on 3 basketball tournament.
The tournament was a part of a block party for the community at Redeemed Christian Church. Proceeds from the event are going towards their kids camps this summer.
The competition was pretty good and the elimination rounds got [...]

A Football Game of Hope

I just stumbled across another inspirational sports story via a new Twitter follower page…that lead to checking out a website link…that lead to the posted story. Funny how social media connections work themselves out sometimes.
Below is a posted video of a game between Grapevine Faith Christian School and Gainesville State Football (Correctional Facility Team) in [...]