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  • Barry Sanders

    Barry Sanders

    By: Cece Hymes

    Barry Sanders is a former professional football player. He established himself as one of the most elusive runners in the history of the NFL.  He was quick. He was awarded the Heisman Trophy and was unanimously recognized as an All-American.

    Barry Sanders won plenty of awards in his career. He was also inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He was also inducted into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. Did you know he was ranked by NFL Network’s NFL top 10 series?

    Barry Sanders has inspired a lot of people all over the world. He is definitely a sports icon.  You can say this MVP was untouchable.

    What is one of your greatest moments you would like to share about Barry Sanders? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl

  • Ozzie Smith

    Ozzie Smith

    By: Cece Hymes

    Ozzie Smith is a former professional baseball player, nicknamed “The Wizard of Oz”, Ozzie played shortstop for the San Diego Padres and St. Louis Cardinals in Major League Baseball, winning the National League Gold Glove Award. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year. He was also elected to the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame in the inaugural class.

    Ozzie Smith had a mean flip in baseball, he wasn’t called “The Wizard” for nothing. He inspired so many people all over the world. He had 13 Gold Glove awards. He is definitely a sports icon. Check out some of his baseball cards and some of his talent on YouTube. You would be amazed by his backflips and how good of a player he was.

    What are some of the greatest moments you would like to share with Ozzie Smith? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Michael Jordan

    Michael Jordan

    By: Cece Hymes

    Michael Jordan is a businessman and a former basketball player. He is one of the greatest players as people call him the goat. He has inspired so many people all over the world. He has accomplished a lot in his career.

    Michael Jordan was a 5x MVP in his career. Did you know he became a NASCAR team co-owner? MJ has made millions off his shoes and from partners such as Nike, Hanes and Gatorade. Jordan owns the Charlotte Hornets and he will show up to some games to support.

    I got to give him his roses today for being MVP and inspired the world with his talent. So many players have looked up to him for support and watched all his moves to be the best that you can be.

    I can go on about MJ but here is a couple of quotes by him:

    “Limits, Like fears, are often just an illusion”

    “I can accept failure, everyone fails at something, but I can’t accept not trying”

    “Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win Championships”

    What is one thing you would like to share about Michael Jordan? Make sure to follow me @Cece. Atl. Make sure to check out MJ Documentary. 

  • Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar Ray Leonard

    By: Cece Hymes

    Sugar Ray Leonard is a professional boxer, motivational speaker and actor. He is one of the greatest boxers of all time.  He won a lot of medals. His speed was like no other, he was fast. He is definitely one of my favorite sports icons. He inspired a lot of other boxers.

    He is also the founder of the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting type 1 diabetes, a condition that Leonard himself was diagnosed with.  He also has a boxing center in Prince George’s county, Maryland which serves as a training facility for young athletes. The Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Center provides a safe and supportive environment for kids to develop their skills, both in and out of the ring.

    Some of the quotes that I liked by him:

    “I’m not religious, but I believe that what I have is a gift, and I respect it and live up to it”

    “Boxing is the ultimate challenge. There is nothing that can compare to testing yourself the way you do every time you step in the ring.”

    “If you never know Failure you will never know success.”

    I definitely got to give him his roses today. He has inspired so many people all over the world. And he is still doing a lot in the community.

    What are some moments you would like to share about Sugar Ray Leonard? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl 

  • Billie Jean King

    Billie Jean King

    By: Cece Hymes

    Billie Jean King is a former world tennis player. She won 39 major titles. Did you know that Billie Jean King  won the Battles of the Sexes tennis match against the 55 year old Bobby Riggs?  Billie also is the founder of the Women’s Sports Foundation.

    Billie Jean King inspired so many people she also has an action figure to share with the world. She is doing so much to inspire others. She has a library that she teamed up with the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and Dodgers.

    Here is two of her quotes that stood out to me:

    “After attending the T20 World Cup & watching the Aussies win in front of a crowd of 86,000,. It’s no surprise they are so beloved. When women’s sports are given media attention, sponsors, & marketing they deserve, they thrive.

    “Don’t let anyone define you. You define yourself.

    We definitely have to give her roses today. She is a sports icon and inspiration to the world.

    What are some of your greatest moments of Billie Jean King?Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl. 

  • Jackie Joyner Kersee

    Jackie Joyner Kersee

    By: Cece Hymes

    Jackie Joyner Kersee is a retired Olympic gold medalist considered one of the all-time greatest female heptathletes, she won three Olympics gold medals.

    Did you know she was a starting forward in basketball for UCLA’s women’s squad? Sports Illustrated voted her the greatest female athlete of the 20th century. Jackie Joyner-Kersee is an active philanthropist in children’s education and women’s rights. She is the founder of the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Foundation, which encourages young people in East St. Louis to pursue athletics and academics.

    I love this quote by her:

    “There are many women who came before me who didn’t really have the same opportunities that I have had. That’s why I always wanted to be a great ambassador- not only today’s generation-but for the women who really didn’t have a voice but who paved the way for me.”

     

    What are some of your greatest moments of Jackie Joyner Kersee?Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl. 

  • Shelly-Ann-Fraser-Pryce

    Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce

    By: Cece Hymes

    Shelly- Ann- Fraser Pryce is a Jamaican track and field sprinter. She made history. She became the first Caribbean woman to win the 100-metre title, at the Beijing 2008 Olympics. She created more history at the 2013 World Championship in Moscow, Russia, winning the 100m, 200m and 4x100m events, becoming the first woman to complete the triple in a single world championship.

    Did you know that she was also appointed the first National Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF Jamaica. She is an inspiration and definitely a sports icon.

    We got to give her flowers today for believing and inspiring others all around the world. She is focused. Back in the day women were never allowed to compete in the Olympics but times have changed. Never give up on your dreams.

    Let’s see what 2023 will bring. What is something you love about Shelly-Ann-Fraser-Pryce? What is a moment you would like to share about her? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl. 

  • February Blog Challenge (Day 20)

    February Challenge

    By: Cece Hymes

    Day 20

    Q. How has your life gotten better as you’ve gotten older?

    A. It has gotten better because I have gotten wiser and more knowledgeable about life. I have learned a lot of patience over the years. Each year I complete another goal and task. 

  • Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz

    Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz

    By: Cece Hymes

    This is the month of love and we definitely got to give our roses to Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz. They have been together for 10 plus years. They met when they were teenagers in New York City. I love this couple and the way they look at each other with smiles. I read Alicia Keys’ book and I love the woman that she became. Swizz is laid back and you can see how they both have matured and grown together as one of my favorite couples.

    I saw in an interview or video that they barely argue. They talk to each other and that’s what couples need, that great communication. They inspire a lot of couples, and I love that they are each other’s number 1 fan. They support each other and they also step out of the box and try new things. You always see them being open-minded to what each other wants to try.

    I love the song Blended families and how they blended their families together to be happy. I hope they continue to be blessed and share many more years. Keep inspiring the world with great music and showing love.

    I love to see couples that are still making it. I love “LOVE”. What is something you would love to share about this couple? Also follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • February Blog Challenge (Day 3)

    February Challenge

    By: Cece Hymes

    Day 3

    Q. Tell us about a Moment from childhood that helped shape who you are.

    A. I would say watching my parents when they were young. They would argue and drink. I always told myself that I did not want those habits or to be like that. So today I barely drink and I do not smoke. Any relationship that I have we have to communicate. I am not big on arguing but to work it out.

    Q. Do you feel a relationship will work long term if he/she initially cheated on their significant other to be with you?

    A. First I would say that’s not a way to start a relationship off. You would always have in your head will he do the same to you. It can work. I have seen work in others. Especially if he/she was honest with you from the get-go. So that means they started off with honesty, which is good. It would be hard, but it could work.