Athletes & Coaches (C - Sports)

<p>Growing up in a town of only 500, running back John Riggins became a Big Eight champion, breaking Gale Sayers' rushing record at the University of Kansas. The first pick of the New York Jets in the 1971 NFL Draft, he played there for five years and then signed with the Washington Redskins.</p><p>His 13,435 combined net yards are among the league's best ever, as are his 116 touchdowns by rushing and receiving.

Cam Awesome brings the grit and charisma of a multi-time National Champion heavyweight boxer to every stage, sharing how he turned repeated setbacks into fuel for success.

A world champion blind golfer, Jeremy Poincenot shares his story of resilience and teamwork, inspiring audiences around the globe. 

At just 19 years old, Jeremy Poincenot’s life changed when he was diagnosed with Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), a rare genetic disorder that caused him to lose his central vision. What began as a devastating setback became a powerful turning point—fueling Jeremy’s belief that challenges can become catalysts for growth when met with determination and support.

<p>An Olympic power couple redefining resilience, excellence, and influence in sports. </p><p>With a remarkable love story, over 9M social media followers, and 150M+ organic views per month, Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall are among the most recognized and inspiring athletes today.</p><p> At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Tara won Gold in the long jump, delivering one of the Games’ most iconic moments as she sprinted to leap into Hunter’s arms.

<p>Since winning her gold medal for swimming in 2012, embarking on her broadcasting career with ESPN, and gracing the dance floor of Hollywood, Victoria Arlen has been sharing with audiences her BREAKTHROUGH FORMULA for overcoming even life’s darkest challenges.</p><p>Victoria was 11 years old when she came down with a rare viral disease, Transverse Myelitis, with which she battled for five years, including four years in a vegetative coma.

<p>Sharing his inspiring story of unwavering determination, Nicolas Hamilton helps individuals and organizations overcome obstacles, stay resilient through change, and embrace failure to achieve success.</p><p>Born with cerebral palsy, Nicolas Hamilton was told as a young child he’d spend his life reliant on a wheelchair. Not one to be told he can’t do things, Nicolas endured years of grueling, painful training so that by the age of 17 he could walk completely unaided.

<p>A history-making cultural icon, ballet dancer Misty Copeland shares her inspiring life journey—from living in a motel room with her five siblings to becoming the first Black principal dancer at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre in the company’s 75-year history. </p><p>When Misty discovered ballet, she was living in a shabby motel room, struggling with her five siblings for a place to sleep on the floor.

<p>Sharing his remarkable story of battling addiction and depression through finding his purpose, Justin “The Big Pygmy” Wren helps audiences overcome challenges, improve performance, and create lasting impact—in business and in life.</p>

<p>Your audience deserves more than just a speech—they deserve an unforgettable experience. Johnny Quinn brings thought-provoking, action-packed presentations designed to equip leaders to conquer tomorrow’s challenges head-on.

<p>An award-winning, record-breaking organizational change leader for the NFL, Sam Rapoport shares actionable takeaways for how to identify opportunities, drive progress, and achieve exponential growth.</p><p>Sam Rapoport has spent 22 seasons working in football, dedicating her career to creating innovative business models aimed at driving organizational change and increasing diversity and inclusion in sport.