Gold Jackets in the News - June 16, 2015
Stay up-to-date on your favorite Hall of Fame players. Check out these stories and see what’s new!
Bettis Delivers Strong Message
Legendary Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis has been busy prepping for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this August. On Thursday, June 11, Bettis took time out of his hectic schedule to return to his home state to speak to students about responsibility at the Sound Mind, Sound Body football camp. Read More About His Message>>>
Video: HOF RB Jerome Bettis' speech at SMSB camp: I came from the streets of Detroit, I wasn't going back http://t.co/sGD1VHDfRQ via @freep
— Dave Birkett (@davebirkett) June 12, 2015
Catching Up With Coach Ditka
Gold Jacket Mike Ditka led the Chicago Bears to a victory in Super Bowl XX almost 30 years ago. Now “Da Coach” is leading the way to help aid former NFL players who have fallen on hard times. Check Out More About Ditka's Efforts>>>
Watch the Mike Ditka Gridiron Greats Hall of Fame Dinner tonight. Speeches by Ditka, Jim McMahon and Jimbo Covert. http://t.co/EXlnyxCLKD
— Chicago Sun-Times (@Suntimes) June 12, 2015
Irvin Preaches Importance of Excelling in School
Dallas Cowboys great Michael Irvin recently worked with current Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway at the Hy-Vee/Sanford Legends Football Clinic. The pair not only taught proper football fundamentals, but also preached the importance of excelling in school. Full Article>>>
Cleveland Respect
Two of the greatest athletes to play in Cleveland shared a special moment last week. Just before the start of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Cleveland Cavilers forward LeBron James acknowledged Gold Jacket Jim Brown sitting in the stands. More>>>
Awesome moment before Game 3: LeBron James pays respect to Cleveland legend Jim Brown. https://t.co/7GF3iHz9rE
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) June 10, 2015
Brown and Bettis to Compete in Celeb Golf Tournament
A pair of members from the Class of 2015 will hit the links before their enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Tim Brown and Jerome Bettis will be participating in the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in July. They will join an impressive lineup of celebrities and other pro athletes that include Justin Timberlake, Willie Robertson of Duck Dynasty and Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers. View Entire Article>>> Pro Football Hall of Fame to Host Inaugural NFL Prep Academy
The inaugural NFL Prep Academy, an invitation-only program designed for elite high school football student-athletes and their parent or guardian to teach the values of education, character, leadership, and community outreach, kicks off today.
Featured Fan of the Week - June 12, 2015
The game of football wouldn’t be as Excellent as it is without the support from fans all over the world. That’s why ProFootballHOF.com is honoring fans visiting the Hall of Fame. One lucky chosen guest touring the Hall will be featured every Friday in our “Featured Fan of the Week” series.