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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine cuts a blue ribbon to showcase a new kitchen for the Metro...
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T’Wolves’ Zach LaVine donates to school for the deaf

Though known for his high-flying dunks, the Timberwolves' Zach LaVine is making a name for himself for his charity work, too.
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Wizards star John Wall buys tuxedos for 10 high school seniors

The Washington Wizards' John Wall is doing his part to make sure prom is a special night for 10 DC-area high school students.
8 years ago
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Kyle Schwarber saves the day for young ballplayer

Kyle Schwarber proved to be a life saver for a young ballplayer from Chicago, who arrived in Arizona without his catcher's mitt.
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Former D-back Adam Eaton greets 6-year-old blind fan with autograph and gear

Walking past a scrum of autograph hungry fans could be tiresome for most athletes, but that didn't stop Adam Eaton from making a kid's day.
8 years ago
Former San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson poses with fans during the second half o...
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Character Counts: LaDainian Tomlinson helps kids find accountability

LaDainian Tomlinson grew up learning how important accountability is. The retired running back has established the SOAR program to pass along the knowledge.
8 years ago
Arizona Cardinals' Larry Fitzgerald pumps his fist as he runs off the field after an NFL football g...
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Larry Fitzgerald funds #BestSchoolDay requests from Minneapolis schools

Larry Fitzgerald's generosity helps out 20 Minneapolis schools.
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Giants RB Jennings surprises mother with house

It's not uncommon to see an athlete take care of their parents once they reach the professional level. That does not make it any less special, though.
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Lionel Messi makes sure child gets to wear a real jersey

For a kid, there are few things quite like wearing a replica jersey of your favorite player, and in this case that is Lionel Messi's No. 10.
8 years ago
Madison O'Neal holds up a shirt from the non-profit she started, Bringing Athletes Sports Equipment...
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Arizona Sports Character Counts scholarship winner announced

The winner of the Arizona Sports Character Counts $10,000 scholarship courtesy of Parker & Sons Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is Madison O' Neal!
8 years ago
Washington Wizards' John Wall (2) drives against Milwaukee Bucks' O.J. Mayo (3) during an NBA baske...
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There are more important things for John Wall than basketball

When Washington Wizards All Star point guard John Wall has a bad night on the court, he knows there are a lot more people in world that have it worse off than he does.
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Wrestler’s first loss becomes highlight moment for opponent with Down syndrome

Massachusetts high school wrestler Deven Schuko didn't see his first loss as a big deal.
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Gainsville policeman returns to hoops game with Shaq as backup

A group of Gainsville kids were playing basketball in the street last week when police were called because of a disturbance complaint.
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Tennis player pauses match to aid injured ballgirl

Apparently, the ballgirl was hit in the nose by an errant serve, and as you can imagine, that hurt.
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Blair Walsh receives encouragement from first-graders, visits to say thanks

Not many people had a worse Sunday than Blair Walsh. The Minnesota Vikings kicker missed a 27-yard game-winning field goal that is the next chapter for a tortured fanbase.
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Logan Boyer is mixing his two passions, baseball and community service

Baseball isn't the only passion for Logan Boyer, who will be attending San Diego State next year on a baseball scholarship. He also has a passion for giving back to the community that he says words can't describe the feeling he gets.
8 years ago
US player Jack Sock returns a ball to Switzerland's Roger Federer during their semifinal match at t...
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Jack Sock tells the truth, loses point vs. Lleyton Hewitt

American Jack Sock didn't win his Brisbane International match against Lleyton Hewitt, yet everyone is still talking about what he did during it.
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Hamilton hoops star excels in charity work, too

Makayla Filiere is not only a team captain with a 4.72 GPA, but is someone who spends a considerable amount of time helping others.
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P.K. Subban surprises sick children with a winter wonderland

Along with Air Canada, Subban turned the atrium of Montreal Children's Hospital into a winter wonderland for the sick kids.
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Kings star Cousins shows off his charitable side

DeMarcus Cousins is one of the more polarizing players in the NBA. Both incredibly talented and a little mercurial, he is apparently also very charitable.
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LeBron James makes it a point to meet Special Olympics athlete

LeBron James is one of the best basketball players on the planet. He's also a pretty good person, too.
8 years ago
Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee warms up in the rain before an AFC divisional NFL playoff foot...
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Character Counts: Pat McAfee pays for 80+ electric bills

The Colts and their punter Pat McAfee are in the middle of a playoff race, but that didn't stop McAfee from stepping back and making a difference this weekend.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zack Greinke talks to the media during a press conference, Friday, Dec...
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Character Counts: 1 percent of Zack Greinke’s salary will go to charity

The Arizona Diamondbacks shelled out to sign free agent pitcher Zack Greinke, but both sides had others in mind during the contract negotiations.
8 years ago
In this photo taken Aug. 28, 2015,  Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly (59) stretches before a preseas...
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Panthers LB Kuechly surprises fan for her birthday

Just getting the chance to meet your favorite athlete would be an incredible birthday present for most sports fans.
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Hockey team’s ‘Teddy Bear Toss’ offers a fun way to donate

The Calgary Hitmen of the Western Hockey League have one of the coolest traditions you will ever see.
8 years ago