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LaVar Ball, father of Los Angeles Lakers' Lonzo Ball, watches the Lakers play the Los Angeles Clipp...
Tyler Drake

LaVar Ball lends a helping hand, buys new truck for repairman

LaVar Ball was in the news again, but this time it was for a good reason. After watching his friend of 15 years drive a worn-out truck, Ball stepped in.
7 years ago
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Perry Cohen

Mercury’s Griner moved by Houston devastation, helps raise money

On Sunday, Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury had an all-day fundraiser to benefit the Hurricane Harvey relief effort.
7 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

Williams Field swimmer goes above and beyond away from the pool

When Emily Thomas isn't swimming, there's a good chance she's giving. The Williams Field High School senior owns school records and several club positions.
7 years ago
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Iowa’s football stadium starts tradition of waving at nearby children’s hospital

A suggestion that Iowa fans begin waving to patients at the children's hospital at the end of the first quarter went viral.
7 years ago
A "Houston Strong" patch is worn on the jersey of Houston Astros' Carlos Correa before the first ga...
Matt Layman

Astros and Mets use day off in Houston to volunteer after Harvey

The Astros were back in Houston for the first time since Hurricane Harvey on Saturday, playing a doubleheader after the teams took Friday off.
7 years ago
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Reds first baseman Joey Votto gives a fan a memory of a lifetime

Joey Votto not only knows how to make a difference when stepping up to the plate, he can also make an impact of a lifetime away from the baseball diamond.
7 years ago
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Rafael Alvarez

It’s no illusion: Celebrity friends say Fitzgerald really is that philanthropic

Celebrities came out for Larry Fitzgerald’s charity event, which featured a magician and benefited children in need.
7 years ago
Fans hold up signs as a show of support for the city of Houston during the sixth inning of a baseba...
Tyler Drake

Sports figures come together to help Houston in wake of Hurricane Harvey

With the despair in Houston evidently clear, sports figures are putting their best foot forward to help those directly impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
7 years ago
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Proceeds from D-backs’ raffle will be donated to Hurricane Harvey relief

Proceeds from the Diamondbacks' 50/50 raffle during their home series against the Los Angeles Dodgers will go toward Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.
7 years ago
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Houston athletes aid victims, rebuild from Hurricane Harvey damage

Houston Texans' J.J. Watt and Houston Rockets' Clint Capela raised donations and notified the public of emergency situations in Hurricane Harvey.
7 years ago
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Bengals QB Andy Dalton and his wife, Jordan, treat families at Ohio amusement park

Bengals QB Andy Dalton and his wife, Jordan, continue their stellar charity work in the Cincinnati area by hosting families for a day at King's Island.
7 years ago
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Nebraska coach buys whole team tickets to see Kendrick Lamar

At Nebraska, not only did head coach Mike Riley give his players the day off for working so hard, he also handed them an expensive treat.
7 years ago
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The Basketball Tournament finalists hope to use their winnings for good

Between Team Challenge ALS and Kyle Fogg's Overseas Elite teams in The Basketball Tournament's finale, some of the winnings will go to a good cause.
7 years ago
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Cardinals rookie Chad Williams repays mom with special gift

When Arizona Cardinals rookie Chad Williams signed his first professional contract, he knew exactly what was going to be his first purchase.
7 years ago
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Mercury’s Griner donates to LGBTQ non-profit victimized by arson

Mercury center Brittney Griner will donate to the Phoenix non-profit "One-N-Ten," the LGBTQ youth organization that was recently a victim of arson in July.
7 years ago
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Adidas turns a young fan’s drawings into a real uniform

Jasper Fleming started making their perfect soccer uniform, using markers and duct tape to create it all and with the help of Adidas, it came to life.
7 years ago
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Luke Lapinski

David Peralta helps high school team celebrate first ever baseball title

D-backs OF David Peralta presented championship rings to Raymond S. Kellis High School's baseball team for its 5A state title.
7 years ago
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Cubs’ Willson Contreras meets fan with down syndrome on fan’s birthday

A young fan with down syndrome got his birthday wish when he got to meet his favorite player, Cubs catcher Willson Contreras.
7 years ago
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Ace Clayton Kershaw gives back with backpacks

Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw is giving Los Angeles area kids a boost to start their school year.
7 years ago
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D-backs’ Robbie Ray pays tribute to Amy Hall at MLB All-Star Game

D-backs pitcher Robbie Ray paid tribute to Amy Hall during the MLB All-Star Game as part of the Stand Up To Cancer movement.
7 years ago
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Hawks CEO will pay for wedding of couple that met at team’s Tinder night

"Swipe Right Night" got its fair share of publicity when the Atlanta Hawks first used the Tinder app to draw fans looking for a date.
7 years ago
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Coyotes’ Domi shaving his beard to raise money for diabetes research

Arizona Coyotes forward Max Domi is shaving his beard in the name of raising money for diabetes research.
7 years ago
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Coyotes defenseman Chychrun praises kid’s workout regimen

Jakob Chychrun had a solid debut season for the Arizona Coyotes, posting seven goals and 13 assists in 68 games.
7 years ago
Atlanta Braves left fielder Emilio Bonifacio (64) reacts towards home plate umpire John Tumpane aft...
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MLB umpire saves woman’s life hours before game

A MLB umpire took time out of his day to make sure someone was alright when crossing the Roberto Clemente Bridge. He ended up saving her life.
7 years ago