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Ohio State players took money at charity event

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The 3 OSU players who took approximately $200 at a charity dinner have been suspended by the school and even though the school thought that they would be reinstated by the the NCAA in time for the Buckeye’s game against … finish reading Ohio State players took money at charity event

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Sports Philanthropy Association hosts inaugural Golf Challenge September 26th in Chicago

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Sports Philanthropy Association is hosting its Inaugural Golf Outing on Monday, September 26, 2011 with proceeds going to benefit its Kick Start program as well as the Sports Philanthropy Foundation. The event will be held at the Royal Country Club of … finish reading Sports Philanthropy Association hosts inaugural Golf Challenge September 26th in Chicago

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AYK: Michael Beasley shoves fan in face at playground game

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Kevin Durant has taken his talents on a tour of NYC playgrounds and his games have really received overwhelmingly positive publicity, until now. An overflow crowd jamming every available vantage point watched as Durant’s team lost to Michael Beasley’s team.  … finish reading AYK: Michael Beasley shoves fan in face at playground game

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Sports Philanthropy Night at the Chicago Slaughter

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

CHICAGO SLAUGHTER TO HOLD SPORTS PHILANTHROPY NIGHT TO BENEFIT KICK START FOUNDATION (Deerfield, Illinois)  The Chicago Slaughter have teamed with the Sports Philanthropy Foundation to hold a night to benefit the Kick Start Foundation on Saturday, June 4, 2011 against … finish reading Sports Philanthropy Night at the Chicago Slaughter

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Wilpon’s dealing with lots of Madoff related issues

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It seems like every time you turn around there is a new story about the Wilpon’s and the fallout from their dealing with Madoff. First we have hearing about how the trustee calculated amounts due from the Wilpons. Then we … finish reading Wilpon’s dealing with lots of Madoff related issues

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NFL labor issues impact runs many directions

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

So who is impacted the most by the NFL labor stoppage? Some would say the owners.  Some would say the players.  Many would say the fans. But when you look around at all of the business impacts, there are many … finish reading NFL labor issues impact runs many directions

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PAC targets Orange Bowl; seeks IRS involvement

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Playoff PAC has brought the Orange Bowl into its sites with a focus on the Orange Bowl Summer Splash. Playoff PAC filed a complaint with the IRS regarding the cruise hosted by Orange Bowl organizers for athletic directors and conference … finish reading PAC targets Orange Bowl; seeks IRS involvement

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Augusta joins forces with EA Sports

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Augusta National is entering a new generation.   The club has probably leaped 3 generations ahead over the last 3 years.   It has gone from a place that would not even allow a telecast of all of the holes, to now … finish reading Augusta joins forces with EA Sports

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T.O. admits he broke NFL Twitter ban

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Terrell Owens acknowledged that he broke the NFL’s Twitter ban but said that he did so for good reasons relating to his charity effort.  He claims he meant to post his tweet earlier but left his phone behind.  ESPN: TO … finish reading T.O. admits he broke NFL Twitter ban

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Zorich resigns from Notre Dame

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Former Notre Dame and Chicago Bear linebacker Chris Zorich has resigned from his position with the University of Notre Dame.   Reasons were not immediately given but the Chicago Tribune has run a series of articles over the last few months … finish reading Zorich resigns from Notre Dame

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