Celebrating my Birthday, Honoring My Foundation

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Sports and service have shaped the person I am today.  Since childhood, I have cherished the value of giving back.  I’ve been blessed beyond measure, and my birthday has always signified a day of sharing my blessings with others.   This year on my birthday, I’d like to personally thank and honor my high school alma mater, Hamilton High School …

Merry Christmas

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The season of Christmas will forever be a season of love, healing, giving, and a season for miracles as God blessed us with the birth of the Prince of Peace. Let us remember those who are serving oversees and their families. We must never forget, there is no mountain that we cannot climb together.  I wish you a Merry Christmas …

The Navy’s Community Outreach Efforts Continue: Madison Virtual Navy Week

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The Navy Office of Community Outreach (NAVCO)’s mission is to connect Americans with their Navy, and this is one of the main reasons why I joined the U.S. Navy Reserves – to connect the American people in communities across the country to our Navy, which remains vital during times of peace, war, and in the difficult times we now face, …

Take the Athlete For Life Survey!

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Our goal is to empower student-athletes to harness their dedication, competitive spirit, and intelligence for lifelong success. To that end, we would love for you to take this survey to help us stay on top of the pressing needs of young athletes and the issues that will propel them forward on their journey. As an #AthleteForLife, we want to know …

High School Coaches: Two Tips for Preseason Perfection

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Regardless of your sport, the preseason is an exciting time for high school coaches, players and parents. After a summer break, it is customary to ease back into the fall grind, but for student-athletes and coaches, this process can be intense.  I remember the joy of reuniting with friends and teammates, as so much transpires over just a few weeks. …

This Independence Day, Let’s Remember Military Spouses

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The spirit of the Fourth of July is ingrained into the American character. We celebrate our patriotism and bravery; honor the struggle and sacrifice of previous generations, and reflect, recommit and reaffirm the values for which our founders risked life and limb.  And we celebrate our military heroes and service members, who are some of the best our country can offer. …