Spunq Sports Magazine November 2014

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Malik Stimpson

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Carolina Cowvboys

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Tyrick Gattis

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Community Sports Has A New Home We have been fortunate and privileged to produce Spunq Sports Magazine. This is a community focused sports publication that seeks to fill a void. We aim to shed light on our athletes and achievers, as well as individuals who have successfully climbed the ranks in their respective sports. This includes golf, swimming, football, track and field, basketball, soccer, baseball and more. If it’s sports related and happens in our community, Spunq Sports Magazine would like to share it with you, the reader. Thank you for supporting Mykel Media Company, LLC and our products and we look forward to delivering the same level of quality that our readers have enjoyed for many years.

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“We normally train about 5-6 times a week. However, our careers as coaches can be extremely demanding and the opportunity to train sometimes decrease to 4-5 times a week. We make it our duty to involve ourselves in physical activity whether it’s running outside or playing volleyball.”

Darlene (Assitant Coach at NCCU) and Arlene (Assitant Coach at NC A&T)

“Our approach on fitness is not only to help athletes or individuals who work out regularly but those who want to lose weight, gain weight, get stronger or simply maintain their health. Making the first step is always the hardest step but all it takes is the first! Fitness is love!”

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Introducing The Mitchell Twins

Arlene & Darlene perspective.

s if they really need an introduction. If you have recently attended a volleyball game at North Carolina A&T State University or North Carolina Central University, you possibly have noticed them pacing the sidelines, enthusicaticly and passionately leading thier teams from a coaches

They are young energetic women with a passion for health and fitness. Their life of sports began at age eight with track and field. “We remained extremely active throughout elementary where we ran summer track (Henderson Vance Striders) picked up basketball, and became a three sport athlete once we reached high school. We got a late start in the volleyball world, only starting the sport as freshmen in high school,” they explain. Picking up the bases at a rapid pace, with the help of their high school coach and attending UNC‘s volleyball camps every summer, it led them to a state championship in their senior year, sharing that accomplishment with s state championship in track and field as well.

After high school, they made the decision to accept an offer to attend North Carolina A&T State University, taking on a bachelor’s degree in Sports Science/Fitness Management. Their journey continued onto volleyball at the the collegiate level. Shortly after graduating, they briefly engaged in personal training at a respected gym (The Rush Fitness) before obtaining career positions at NC A&T. Arlene started her college coaching career and Darlene took the position as the Assistant Sports Information Director. In 2011, Darlene was offered the volleyball assistant coaching position at North Carolina Central University and she proudly accepted. S

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Teresa and Chez Morris

Where Champions Are Made

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he Greensboro Eagles live and breathe their motto: “Champions Keep Playing Until They Get It Right.”

This sports agency, better known as, The Greensboro Eagles Sports Management Group, is committed to providing athletic programs and trainings that offers youth between the ages of 4-18, a wholesome, enjoyable experience in sports while teaching the core values of athletic competition (teamwork, good sportsmanship, discipline and respect for others).

The business was established on Christmas Day by co-CEOs and co-owners, Chez and Teresa Morris. The couple wanted to provide a positive outlet for the youth of Greensboro and offer an opportunity for athletes to perfect their skills to become better players for middle and high school sports.

The Greensboro Eagles is a fullyequipped, sports management group that offers the following team sports for youth: basketball, football, wrestling, cheerleading and track and field. Their mission is to focus on the physical wellbeing and athletic ability of their athletes, and their programs are geared towards youth who have competed at various levels and for those who are just starting out. The company also prides their selves on holding high standards for both the athletes and coaches in the programs. In addition, all athletes are expected to excel in their academics and to participate in community service activities – the true lifestyle of a champion.

Chez and Teresa have built this business from the ground up and they don’t intend to stop anytime soon. Chez is the one who is sports minded and has more than 16 years of coaching experience, and Teresa is business savvy and handles the operations of the Continued on next page www.Spunq-Sports.com

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company. Even in the beginning stages of the company, the husband and wife duo have faced challenges like most business owners and struggled in the area of gaining support from local businesses and the community. However, with great persistence and believing in the growth and impact of the business, the program has grown from starting out with 50 youth to now 200 athletes.

In addition, they have amazing support from their athletic staff that assists with the daily operations and programming of the company: Armand Clark, vice president of football operations; Shaquina Ford, director of public relations; LaKetta Lee, basketball director; Mark Lindsay, head coach of the varsity basketball team and Linda Summers, director of service learning programs.

Furthermore, the Greensboro Eagles has secured the support of their sponsors, Wood Forest National Bank, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Advocare. In the future, they hope to build an athletic facility in the Triad, acquire additional sponsorships from local businesses and scholarships for more youth to be a part of their program.

If you are interested in learning how you can support The Greensboro Eagles, please visit them online at www.GreensboroEagles.com or send a detailed email to them at info@greensboroeagles.com. There is a donate link on their website and with financial support more youth are given the opportunity to express their selves through their athletic ability. S Chez (Shay) Morris - Owner 336-272-7671 336-624-7340 info@greensboroeagles.com www.greensboroeagles.com

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Greg Hill

Top Tier Basketball Academy Molds the Skills and Minds of Young Men

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By Desere Cross Photos by Greg Hill hen athletes come to the Top Tier Basketball Academy, they will be told to leave their egos at the door and their 100 percent on the floor.

Top Tier Basketball Academy is a monthly skills-based boys basketball camp for grades 6th - 12th. This four hour academy focuses on skill development, cultivates selfdiscipline and consists of four main components: fitness, basketball IQ, skill and 5 on 5 scrimmages.

Top Tier Basketball Academy was created by Justin Burton, in collaboration with Greg Hill of Cultural Change United, for young men aspiring to play college basketball. Burton and Hill, both 25 years-old, played high school basketball together at Riverside High School in Durham, N.C. Burton went on to play division 1 basketball at Winthrop University, where he played starting point guard and led his team to the NCAA Tournament. Upon graduating, he embarked on his career as a certified basketball trainer.

Hill attended N.C. A&T State University, where he received his bachelor’s degree in economics. He is now a full time youth motivational speaker, author and CEO of Cultural Change United. Currently, he handles the business side of Top Tier and serves as its director of operations. Burton handles the sports side and serves as Top Tier’s drill and workout coordinator.

For Hill, starting Top Tier Basketball Academy was important for one reason; he wanted to sow back into his community. “I want to provide a blue print for the younger generation for what entrepreneurship looks like. I want to show them how to build partnerships with friends and create something valuable in the community,” said Hill, referring to his partnership with Burton.

Although Top Tier is in its beginning stages, it has high hopes for the future. With the help of the community and sponsorship from local businesses, Top Tier aims to become the top basketball academy in North Carolina and eventually in the U.S. However, in order to reach this goal; Top Tier has acknowledged it will need a steady flow of volunteers and sponsorship for t-shirts and sports equipment.

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The mission of Top Tier is to equip kids aspiring to play college basketball with the skills they will need to be successful not only on the court, but off the court as well. In addition to focusing on fitness, basketball IQ, skill, and scrimmaging, the academy also incorporates workshops focusing on communication, college finance and leadership development. “We want to prepare our athletes with the skills they’ll need to answer post-game interview questions, manage their money once they get to college, and to handle the responsibility that comes with being a college athlete,” said Greg Hill. www.Spunq-Sports.com

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onique McCullough is a leader in her community and she has taken on the dynamic task as president of the Carolina Cowboys Athletic Association located in Greensboro,

She established the organization in 2012, and she set out to serve the community by developing scholar athletes and community leaders. With this mission, her goal is to be another positive avenue for the overall development of the youth and families that connect with her group. She firmly believes that sports build character and she hopes that the lessons of teamwork, integrity, dedication and accountability that the youth learn will carry over into their school and home life.

The end result of their mission is to see all of the children on their teams become successful adults whether they continue in sports beyond their experience with them or not. The organization is a not-forprofit member organization of the national Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and has also participated in USSSA athletic events.

One of the main reasons the Carolina Cowboys Athletic Association was started was due to the encouragement and tremendous support from Vice President, Michael Wyman. He noticed McCullough administrative and leadership skills and they began strategizing on an organization that could benefit children interested in sports.

He, like other parents in the community, wanted a good, fair, travel sports organization that is a positive impact for youth. In the beginning, the organization had several people who turned them down thinking that it wouldn’t work because there were similar programs in the community.

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individuals who were willing to do the work to make this organization happen. The organization is supported by the following staff members: Michael Wyman, vice president; Maurice Withers, athletic director; Natachia Smith, secretary; Angela Galloway, cheer; Ralph Gordon, basketball; Jay Anderson, director of football and a host of volunteer coaches and parents.

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The Carolina Cowboys Athletic Association serves children ages five to high school in several different sports. The football players and cheerleaders are ages five to 15, and for basketball, the age group is middle school and high school students. In the upcoming basketball season, they are working on putting together a younger team for third and fourth graders. In addition, they are planning to launch a baseball program.

Monique McCollough (President) and Micheal Wyman (Vice President) together founded the Carolina Cowboys organization.

In the fall of 2012, the Carolina Cowboys hosted their first football and cheer season with three football teams and two cheer squads. In 2013, they launched basketball with two teams (7th and 8th graders). In addition, the group is considered more of a travel club because they participate in games and tournaments outside of the local area in places like Virginia, New Jersey, and the Maryland and DC area.

Furthermore, the membership fees for the Carolina Cowboys Athletic Association vary depending on the requirements of each sports program.

The group is always recruiting youth for their sports teams and most people have become involved because they want to be active in their children’s activities. The organization is very family friendly and encourage parents to volunteer.

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JAMES B. DUDLEY HIGH SCHOOL RB

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arius Graves of James B. Dudley High School in Greensboro says his best quality is his faith and spiritual mindset. He is a member of the National Honor Society, 2 time Metro 4A All Conference Team, and North Carolina Preseason all State Athlete. He says he plans to graduate with honors and play collegiate football at a Division One university. “My greatest academic accomplishment to date happened when I was selected into the National Honor (ranked 99 out of 360 students in my current class,” he says. “When in college I plan to major in Hotel Business Management”.

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28 Touchdowns 2013 Season stats: 2050 All - purpose yards 28 Td’s 750 rushing, 680 receiving, 620 return yards 6 Scores 2 Rushing, 2 Receiving, 2 Ex. Pts Best Performance of 2013 came against Southwest Guilford. This performance also helped to position the Panthers to win the 2013 metro 4A conference championship His most memorable game was against North Davidson 2nd round if the 2013 High school playoffs. The athlete that inspires him the most is Maurice Jones - Drew of the Oakland Raiders. He models his running style like Darren Sproles Of the Philadelphia Eagles www.Spunq-Sports.com

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GRIMSLEY HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY QB

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alik Stimpson of Grimsley High School describes himself as a son of God who is also intelligent. He strives for the best in all that he does and as the starting quarterback for his varsity football team, he often plays at his very best.

As quarterback Stimpson acknowledges that he is a leader and also a role model to some.

The game has offered him many rewards and he hopes it will open many doors in his future.

“Basically, its a way for me to escape from everything negative and just do something I love. Most of all football can develop you into a man and prepare your future. Playing quarterback helps me do to do just that,” he says.

“My father’s death at a young age is tremendously impacted my life.

However it gave me the motivation to become the young man I am today. My big brother Shaquon Stimpson and big cousin Antonio Stimpson situations impacted me because knowing we were supposed to make it in football but being at the wrong place at the wrong time has ruined their chances and made me think twice before I make decisions now.

“My most memorable moment would be last year against Smith because throughout the game we had major game changing turnovers but with the great team I have, no one put me down and we fought and got the win. We made the playoffs which hasn’t been done in many years.

That was also my best game, not because of statistics, but because it was a huge character boost for myself.

Remember that you can be whatever you want to be.

You just have to be willing to sacrifice at times and always give 110% in all that you do. REACH FOR THE STARS!

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BRIANA

HAITH Track & Field Star

“My

biggest academic achievement is yet to come.“ reensboro native Briana Haith has a lot yo be thankful for. She’s smart, athletically and academically gifted and understands that nothing comes easy in life. Everything requires hard work, and that she is very consistent with. She says her biggest academic achievement is yet to come as she is currently working on it now to receive her bachelors degree at the University of South Carolina where she is also a member of the Track and Field team. After completing that fete she plans to attend graduate school and be an Olympian.

This year has been very special for Briana. She captured her first All-American title in the 4x4 as a freshman with her team for Indoor. They finished 7th at the NCAA nationals and 3rd at SEC. She ran a 53.21 in the 400 for a personal best out doors. She also ran a 51.43 split on the anchor leg for the 4x4. She says she hopes to turn that into a 400m time.

Briana says she has a great support system from my coaches and her parents, Thomas and Halima Paylor.

“They are always behind me and encouraging me to stay focus. They come to almost every meet. It’s a good feeling to be able to look up and see them,” she says. Her achievement as an athlete happened when she became a Gamecock.

Briana had been competing since she was seven years old with the Greensboro Champions, under coach Roy Thompson. In 2010, she was selected to the National Scholastic Sports Foundation to compete in the Caribbean Scholastic Invitational in Puerto Rico to represent the USA. Later that summer she won the 200 meters at the USATF Junior Olympics which was a good accomplishment for her. “This was my first gold medal at the junior Olympics,” she says.

“One day I will make the USA team and compete in the Olympic Games”.

Briana says Track and Field has impacted her life by making her more competitive and aware of the responsibility of being a role model to younger people. She has met Olympic Gold Medalist Sandra Richardson Ross ,Francena McCorory who competes for the USA, Melisa Barber and her twin sister Mikele Barber who also were Gamecocks.

One days she hopes to be a physical therapist for athletes. She also would like to help our youth in someway by giving back. I love the team I am on and have been fortunate to still run with some outstanding athletes from North Carolina who compete with me on a S high level.

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CHRISTOPHER GATTIS

hristopher Tyrick Gattis just recently graduated from Graham High School in June of 2014; he is currently a student at Central Carolina Community College enrolled in the University transfer program and is a player on the basketball team at Central Carolina.

Since recreation ball, playing college basketball has been a dream for Tyrick that has come true. Coming out of high school as an athlete that plays a very competitive sport called basketball, there are always the desires to be able to follow your dream and play college basketball. Only issue is, where to play, what level to play on and of course becoming a college athlete on anybody’s team is not an easy process.

These were the main concerns that Tyrick had as his senior year came to a close and his options were not as what he had thought they would be on the basketball recruitment process. Tyrick finished at Graham High with over a 3.0 GPA, so grades was not a concern for him, but where to follow his college basketball

“It is not where you start, but it is what you do once you get there to make it to the next level.” dream was what troubled him the most. Tyrick wanted to pick a good school that he could earn a degree in as well as fit in. As an athlete you make sure you attend the right events, you make sure you play on the right AAU team, you work out with trainers on a weekly basis, you go that extra mile just to be able to compete and be seen by college coaches. For most serious athletes, this starts around the age of 9 or 10 years old, the dedication and commitment to making your dream of playing college ball come true. Tyrick www.Spunq-Sports.com

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started working on his dream by training with BJ Timmons, owner of Carpentry 101 Athletic Training, at the age of 10 years old.

At that time, Tyrick was not the best player, but had the heart and knew basketball was what he wanted to do. Tyrick trained with BJ 3 times a week from age 10 up to his senior of high school, right before he left for college.

Training with BJ is what helped him become the player he is today. Right now, Tyrick continues to train with BJ whenever he is home from school because working on your game never stops. Even with the training and the hard work, what happens when the dream doesn’t always come in the package that you expected, do you give up on what you have worked so hard for or do you take the route that God has put in place for you and you run with it to the highest level? It is not where you start, but what you do when you get there to make it to the next level is what Tyrick keeps in the back of his head.

Tyrick chose to take the opportunity that God had in place for him and signed to play basketball with Central Carolina Community College located in Sanford NC. With the help of Rod Cousin in the recruitment process, the director of Mid-State Magic, Tyrick had

several college offers from Greensboro to Tennessee, but none of the schools offered a full ride.

The schools were offering over $30k in academic scholarship funds for Tyrick, but tuition was $45k, that would leave $15k more per year for his mother Jeanette Florence to come up with for Tyrick to attend. Putting that type of debt on his mom was not an option for Tyrick even though he knew she would do whatever to make it happen. After talking with Rod Cousin and weighing out his options, Tyrick decided to attend a junior college with hopes of receiving a full scholarship from a University after his first year. Tyrick currently is enrolled in the University transfer program, Tyrick plans to major in Business at his next college. Tyrick already has interest from other schools and plans to continue to pursue his college dreams. S www.Spunq-Sports.com

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Greensboro Gladiators “Step into the Arena“

By Marla Lindsay - Head Coach

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e are not just a Track Club, We are a place of learning and development. Success = Preparation + will + ability; if you have this you can be a Gladiator. As the Greensboro Gladiators, we will develop our youth into responsible, productive citizens into rolemodels of discipline, sportsmanship and character. We are here to correctly and safely develop our athletes in their professed sport, academic and social arenas. This program aims to build and develop our youth’s athletic abilities for the sustained longevity of their sport and encourage pride in all of the endeavors year round. Through counseling or advice from our coaches, parents and volunteers it is our goal to develop the overwhelming potential of our youth through teamwork.

It is our vision to transform lives of youth by fostering a safe, healthy, and active environment where youth are nurtured and empowered to thrive physically, socially, academically and athletically through the healthy sport of running.

We are doing this with no expectations of financial gains. This program is ran off love and family support. Our family (parents, friends and supporters) help us reach our goals. ​ We have kids from 6-17 years of age each looking for fun activities for the summer and to learn. We feel we are different from most programs because we hope to develop and make running fun. Staying healthy and fun so that one day they these same kids can gain college grant and aids, or become coaches or trainers and great citizens in the community.

As a former Track and field athlete at Western Carolina and former head girls coach at Kernodle Middle School and assistant coach at Northwest High School, I’ve always known about the benefits of athletic training and preparation. I feel each child can learn that through discipline, hard work and proper training they can achieve anything.

My mission as owner and coach is to instill those positive traits in our youth athletes. While developing their athletic skills no matter the skill set. We are exposed to valuable life lessons that foster success, not only in athletics but in the academic and social arena as well. Our program stresses sportsmanship, character development, teamwork,and personal pride.

Marla Lindsay (pictured above) serves as coach of the Greensboro Gladiators and chair of NCUSATF for women track and field

I want each child I touch to know I care and I am there always if they need me. I keep progression over get fast now. I vow to see more athletes become division one school athletics.

As Coach I made a promise to be a continuous learner of my craft. I have USAT Level 1, Level 2 (youth specialization) and Level 2 ( jumps ) and also serves as the current NCUSATF women Track and Field Chair. S

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By Terry L .Watson Photos by Karen L. Williams

is Karen Williams?

S Who Karen J Williams is an IFBB (International

Federation Of Bodybuilding) Professional Athlete and Personal Trainer. My passion is to help people live a fit and healthier lifestyle and has very Energetic, Friendly, Island cool and humble personality.

long have you been a professional S How fitness athlete, and competed?

I have been a Professional Athlete for 14 years since winning the 2003 Central American & Caribbean Championships which was held in Bahamas that year. I represented Trinidad & Tobago at the CAC games in Fitness placing 1st in the Tall class and winning the best fitness routine and the overall championship, that lead to me becoming Trinidad’s first IFBB (International Federation Of Bodybuilding) Fitness Professional.

Since then I have competed in Fitness, Figure and most recently the new IFBB Category of Physique all over the United States from Orlando, California, Fort Lauderdale, Atlantic City to name a few.

Taking action ( mentally, financially and developing the discipline) that is the first step in getting healthier. Finding a very experienced and nationally certified Personal Trainer who is passionate about Health and Fitness.

What is primarily your area of focus

S as a trainer?

I am trained and have been very successful in achieving many clients goals in these areas which includes Weight Loss, Strength Training, Flexibility, NPC/IFBB training for Figure and Fitness and Physique, and a great motivator.

What do you love most about your

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The Results and the Gratitude of clients.

Helping my clients achieve their overall goals Mentally, Emotionally, Psychologically, and Physically one workout at a time.

else would you like to include?

S What I am available to come into Businesses, Schools,

and Senior Living Homes or facility that are seeking to educate or motivate their employees, students or clients by teaching classes or group training with their employees, students and patients. Some of the benefits of this are better stress management, reduce depression, increase production, alertness and energized ready to go employee. In Schools getting all the kids active, improve coordination and alert which will go a long way in classes. Improve mobility,functional fitness and improve daily living and independences of my Seniors.

Be prepared, be specific, be realistic, and know your long-term and short-term goals. Keep in mind that ‘Physical CHANGE starts with MENTAL change’ and take the actions necessary to change your life and be a role model for those in your life, job and community. www.Spunq-Sports.com

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are your inspirations?

S What My Mother and my music are what inspires me. My

mother thought me a lot about sacrifice. I grew up listening to Jimmy Swaggart, Loretta Lynn, Gospel, Soul (Old School) and Country music. Music became my source for inspiration to choreography my Dance and Fitness Routines. Music is Spiritually uplifting and physically energizing.

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Who or what has impacted your life and career the most?

My Mother and my Aunt have and still do impact my life, in my career my trainer. My sisters and brother and those who has been around our family have come to appreciate and speak about is truly appreciated. My trainer has been my trainer for over 10 years and still coaches me in the USA. His wisdom, his knowledge and humility speaks volumes, he is the only trainer in Trinidad & Tobago to train and produces an IFBB Pro Male and Female Bodybuilder, Fitness(myself), and Figure Professional Athletes.

Services Provided by Karen J.Williams Personal Training Tae Bo Fitness sessions/Classes Group Exercise Classes

challenges have you faced in your S What career?

Migrating to the USA was a challenge, but I adapted.

Career wise I had financial challenges, competing in my sports or any professional sports is very expensive. Nutrition for anyone in my sports can be a bit much because is its very strategic and requires a keen eye and the know how to get us to that stage worthy physique we present onstage on show day and I have to pay someone who knows what they are doing. Travelling, Stage suits and tanning plus so much more in getting prepared for 1-4 competition a year is costly resulting in out of pocket cost as a non- sponsored athlete and has been for a long time.

are your cerfifications?

S What International Sports and Sciences Association

(ISSA) which is accredited by the US Department of Education as a Certified Personal Trainer and Specialist in Exercise Therapy Certified Billy Blanks Tae Bo Fitness Instructor University Of The West Indies (UWI) Certified in the Arts and Sciences of Coaching Physical Therapy Aide (Diploma) Penn Foster Career School American Red Cross: AED/CPR IFBB Professional Athlete in Fitness/Figure/ Physique

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Demias Jimerson is so good he’s no longer allowed to score. The 11-year-old Arkansas football prodigy has been slapped with a little-known rule inspired by former Arkansas Razorbacks star Madre Hill, who ran all over teams while playing at the same Wilson Intermediate School years ago. According to Yahoo’s Rivals Blog, the “Madre Hill Rule” limits Jimerson from scoring if he has already scored three touchdowns and his team is ahead by at least 14 points.

While schools typically don’t hold back young stars like this, the rule is intended to keep the game fun for everyone. As Sports Grid explains, the rule helps give other players a shot at carrying the ball.

“The other players on both teams... Twenty-one are just left out, sort of. It’s all Demias,” WIFL commissioner Terri Bryant told Fox 16. In his extremely well-spoken television interview (which you can see below), Jimerson detailed his priorities: “I’m gonna run hard and bring our team to victory,” said Jimerson. He added, “But God always comes first, before anything, and grades second.”

A 12-year-old girl from Arizona has called out Dick’s Sporting Goods for failing to include female athletes in its 2014 basketball catalog -- and she’s getting plenty of backup on the Web. McKenna Peterson’s letter to the company, which her father later tweeted, drew attention to the lack of gender equality in the ads. “I think that girls should be treated as equally as boys are treated,” she wrote. “I, myself, enjoying playing and watching basketball, WOMENS basketball.”

The self-proclaimed “Fabulous Basketball Player” has been praised on Twitter for bringing attention to the issue.

Although the basketball catalog does include women, they are portrayed in passive or supportive roles: “sitting in the stands” or “mentioned once in the catalog on page 5 for some shoes” or as “cheerleaders on some coupons,” McKenna wrote. “It’s hard enough for girls to break through in this sport as it is, without you guys excluding us from your catalog,” she added.

The Petersons say they may take their business elsewhere unless Dick’s resolves to include more women in its advertising; McKenna even named several of her favorite professional women’s basketball players who would fit the bill in the letter.

Alabama High School Football Standout Julian Jones Commits Suicide Provided by AL.com

One of the state of Alabama’s top high school players for the class of 2016 committed suicide Monday, AL.com reported.

Julian Jones, who played defensive end and tight end at Hazel Green High School in northern Alabama, was the son of former Alabama A&M (Huntsville, Ala.) coach Anthony Jones.

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