Wardell Stephen Curry II
You all may know Stephen Curry as a famous basketball player for the Golden State Warriors, but he's much more. He's impacted peoples lives in many ways. Stephen Curry is an important and influential figure today that has a positive impact in the world because of his charity word and and his foundations. Wardell Stephen Curry II was born on March 14, 1988 in Akron, Ohio. To parents Sonya Curry and Dell Curry. Curry went to high school at Charlotte Christian School and was later enrolled at Davidson College. Curry met his future wife in church when he was only 15 but ended up meeting in the future again and getting together. Curry married Ayesha Curry (née Alexander) in 2011 and have two daughters the first born Riley
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He holds events like charity golf events and travels to Africa for the Nothing But Nets campaign, which distributes insecticide-treated mosquito nets across Africa to help combat malaria. (biography.com). Stephen Curry created the Stephen Curry Foundation which raises resources for schools. Curry has also donated shoes to the Ada Jenkins Center. His impact has definitely been positive. The game of basketball changed because of him and he is influencing more basketball players to do more charity work. The basketball field changed because he overcame many obstacles, and he still has a foundation and does charity work which isn't necessary but he does it because he feels good about it and because of his faith. So, America is different because of more work and because of his work on the field. Lessons I've learned from him is to never give up even if people doubt you. Curry was always humbled and always trusts god and his faith. He always credits everything to god and faith. I can apply this to my life to always be grateful for everything that happens and always credit god and believe in my faith no matter what. What makes Stephen Curry someone to look up with is that he owes everything to god, and he can do everything through Christ. He never only thinks of himself but others before him. Stephen Curry will always be more than just a basketball
Our staff tells you who was snubbed as an NBA All-Star starter. Jonathan Ebrahimi () : For starters, I think we all agree that Westbrook was snubbed this year. He’s keeping a largely under-talented Thunder team in the thick of the playoff hunt and is putting up historically great numbers to do it. Out East, there are two players I feel have been overlooked. For starters, Isaiah Thomas has been having a wonderful season for Boston.
Without Jackie Robinson entering the game of baseball, there may have not been a Muhammed Ali, Arthur Ashe, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, or even Tiger Woods. Of course the possibility of another African American taking the throne and leading the fight for African rights through the game of baseball is justified but Jackie’s timing in the movement was impeccable. So impeccable, that it empowered others to stand up in a time of oppression. “All of us had to wait for Jackie,” said pitcher Joe Black. Joe Black says it well, Jackie Robinson is more than an African American baseball player, he was the beacon of light that sprouted the growth of blacks in the game of baseball, and sports nationwide. Even President’s gave credit to Jackie’s accomplishments. President Ronald Reagan stated, “He struck a mighty blow for equality, freedom and the American way of life, Jackie Robinson was a good citizen, a great man, and a true American champion.” Once his career was over, he did not quit pushing for Black American success. He became a vocalist for Black rights and became an analyst for major league baseball. He was hired by ABC to go on television for miscellaneous things and was the first Black vice president of an American corporation, Chock Full O’ Nuts, and helped establish the Freedom National Bank. Jackie also joined the board
He showed people that with patience and courage, time will change for the better. Jackie didn’t do anything wrong in society besides wanting to play baseball and change everyone for the better. Jackie still has an impact even though he passed away. He shows people that it doesn’t matter if you are black, white, yellow, orange, tan, or any skin color. Jackie shows a lot of love through his foundations. “After his death, his wife established the Jackie Robinson Foundation dedicated to his life and work. The foundation helps young people in need by providing scholarships and mentoring programs”(bio). Jackie shows that if they put their mind and head towards what they want to do in life, they could achieve
Jackie Robinson was the first black major league baseball player. Most people know this, but they don’t realize how much of an impact he actually had. He did so much more outside of baseball. Jackie, like Rosa Parks, refused to give up his bus seat when he was in the army. He gave inspiration to many people of color in the United States.
Derrick always tells me never to be selfish because not everyone is as blessed as us. Hope you guys got to see what an amazing person Derrick Rose is in on and off the court. In conclusion, I'm sure that everyone has someone inspiring in their lives, but I couldn’t have asked for a better role model in my life. The impact that he has on not only his family, but the world is something that amazes me every day. He always finds ways to give back to the community and make the community better.
He also had an impact on the World during the Civil War: “Robinson made advancements in the cause of civil rights.” ("Jackie Robinson." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 16 Feb. 2016.) He changed the worldview of racism when he showed people what a good person and good athlete he was. Outside of baseball, he testified discrimination and became a leader in social and political causes. One of Robinson’s coaches, “Buck O’neil calls him a ‘race man’- someone who cared about the plight of all African-Americans and not just himself.” ("Robinson the Citizen." Umass. N.p., n.d. Web.) When an African-American, like himself, was treated badly, he took up for them. He did not tolerate racism and was a man full of character and integrity. Robinson was someone others looked up to: “Other African American ballplayers found Robinson an inspiration and role model.” ("Robinson the Citizen." Umass. N.p., n.d. Web.) He opened baseball in such a way that had never been opened. He influenced many of people’s thoughts about race and was an example of a great leader. Robinson affected lots of people after breaking the color barrier in American
Although Jackie Robinson was not the best African-American baseball player of his time, his attitude and ability to handle racist harassment led the way for the rest of his race to play Major League Baseball, amongst other sports. Being accepted into professional sports also helped African-Americans become more easily accepted into other aspects of life. Jackie's impact in the world for the black population is enormous.
Shaq has impacted my life by being one of the most dominant centers to ever live, I have idolized him as a god and my one true leader, I believe he is the best basketball player to ever live and no one will dethrone him in my eyes as the best rapper/god to ever live.
Michael Jordan can say he has had an amazing career and accomplished many things in his life. From his childhood to adulthood, he has done remarkable things. Most people hope to have a life and career like
While Jackie Robinson’s effect on American sports was very significant, as it improved all sports, not just baseball, it was not the largest impact he made. His impact on sports was huge, but he only affected the athletes and fans for the most part. Also, it made a very positive impact, but for no real significant purpose for the entirety of society. Sports are nothing but entertainment for fans that are not on the teams or in the organizations, and this effect did not have a significant effect on their lifestyles. Robinson left a substantial mark on other areas of American society, though, that have much more meaning to society as a whole, such as the military and human rights.
Michael Jordan was born on February 17, 1963 in Brooklyn, New York. Jordan's family moved to moved to Wilmington, North Carolina while he was young along with his three siblings. He attended Ogden Elementary School, and later Trask Junior High School. Jordan attended Emsley A. Laney High School, where he anchored his athletic career by playing baseball, football, and basketball ("Michael Jordan" Wikipedia). When jordan was twelve, he played with his local baseball team called the Babe Ruth All-stars. Jordan helped his team win there championship (Mattern 79). As A freshman at Laney, Jordan was cut from the varsity team and was reduced to playin junior varsity. His sophmore year he was cut from the varsity team once again, but this time, his best friend Leroy Smith, made the team. When Michael found out he did not make the team, he said:
Michael Jordan is the only athlete to have ever gained the middle name "Air" because of his unbelievable ability to soar through the sky before he smashes the ball through the rim. He has managed to defy all obstacles ever thrown his way within the sport of basketball, earning his reputation as the most competitive and determined player in the NBA. Over the span of Michael Jordan's 18 year long career in the NBA, he has enjoyed world wide attention and recognition as the ambassador of basketball. Jordan has influenced basketball players around the globe and, with his own shoes and clothing brand, along with his artistic way of handling himself on the court, has developed a style of his own within the sport. Michael Jordan can be considered the foremost leader of the enlightenment in the sport of basketball.
Imagine reading more than 10,000 pages in your teenage years,well Bill Gates did. As a young adult he created what is now known as Microsoft.Bill Gates was the CEO of microsoft . He has gone through many bad things in life but he says,”life's not fair, get used to it.” Bill Gates helps the people in need and that is what being a hero is all about. When Bill Gates gave money to the poor and to hospitals to help them, he exuded empathy, determination, and inspirational to other.
Bill Gates is famous for asking other billionaires to give away at least half their fortunes. Bill and Melinda Gates have committed to giving ninety-five percent of their fortune to charity over time. Another reason he is important is because he brought the computer into the home by developing the PC. He also gave Apple money when they were going broke to keep them in business. Gates understood the importance of competition and didn't want the Mac or Apple to go under. Gates has donated billions of dollars to charity. He is a very generous philanthropist.
The impact it had on America was that it gave the African Americans the courage to fight for their equality. We can learn from the speech that the segregation of the African Americans and Whites was a problem that affected both races. This was proven when 60,000 of the people who attended the speech were white. Dr. King’s speech impacts life today because if he did not do all of the protests and speeches that he did. It could have taken a lot longer for us to have the equality that we have today. Even though we are still not completely equal today. We still have laws that protect