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5 World Cup Athletes Leaving Their Mark On and Off The Field
As supporters, we love seeing our favorite athletes doing what they do best- performing and showcasing their talents on the field. However, not only is it a blessing to watch these phenomenal athletes on the pitch, but it is also amazing to see their contributions to society. Sport has given world-class athletes the platform to…
Read MoreCollege Impact Awards: Random Acts of Kindness Shortlist
The following student-athletes have been shortlisted for the SPRTER (formerly Athlete CRUSH) College Impact Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Award: David Long, Loretta Blaut, Nick Grismer, and Sahara Gipson. The Random Acts of Kindness Award is given to someone who has done something just out of their good nature. These nominees did this good deed…
Read MoreCollege Impact Awards: Lead Award Shortlist
The following student-athletes have been shortlisted for the SPRTER (formerly Athlete CRUSH) College Impact Lead Award: Kelly Dopke, Joey Gorman, Gregory Dix, and Enna Selmanovic. The Lead Award is given to one student who has consistently displayed all the qualities of a good leader. It is someone who everyone gets along with and feels comfortable approaching.…
Read MoreFrom The Pitch To Power: Three Athletes Who Made The Transition From Sport To Politics
“To say that politics are not part of sports is not being realistic. When I run, I am more than a runner. I am a diplomat, an ambassador for my country.” This quote is by former 1500m world record holder and middle-distance athlete, Filbert Bayi. He scratches the surface on how sports and politics intertwine.…
Read More11 Athletes Who Supported March for Our Lives
America has definitely been experiencing a rough patch in its history in terms of gun violence. Even though gun violence has been a recurring theme throughout American history, it has never had such an impact on the youth. CNN reported that after only 12 weeks in 2018, there had already been 17 school shootings, averaging…
Read MoreBrittany Hochevar – The Versatile Volleyballer
Our Woman Crush Wednesday is Brittany Hochevar! The impressive volleyball player, Olympic commentator & pilates instructor (with an amazing sense of humor) does it all! The crazy talented and fellow Coloradical native @catherineaeppel captured this during a rad shoot in Malibu this week. It pretty much sums up the crazy balance of living bicoastal and…
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