Jen, a marathon participant, explains how racing with a Team Hoyt running chair made pushing easier and improved the connection with her running partner.
Marathon participants explain how they’ve been inspired by the father and son racing duo of Rick and Dick Hoyt.
Marathon participant Rick Hoyt comments on the publication of his new book ‘One Letter at a Time’ and discusses how he wishes people would view the person he is behind his disability. Rick is known for being one half of Team Hoyt, the other member being his father Dick, who … Continue reading
Boxer Gene Fullmer remembers the outcome of his fights with Sugar Ray Robinson and shares his thoughts on the legacy of the former middleweight champion. Robinson passed away on April 11, 1989.
Boxer Jake Lamotta remembers beating Sugar Ray Robinson and shares funny memories of conversations he had with Robinson who died on April 11, 1989. Lamotta also comments on the movie ‘Raging Bull’ that was made about his boxing career.
Jay Triano, former head coach of the Toronto Raptors, remembers the detour Terry Fox took to visit him on day two of the Marathon for Hope and explains what they talked about, as well as his reaction to Fox’s untimely death. The Marathon For Hope began on April 12, 1980 … Continue reading
Jay Triano, former head coach of the Toronto Raptors, remembers his inspirational first meeting with Terry Fox and explains how he reacted to Fox’s dream of running across Canada to increase awareness about cancer.
Terry Fox is interviewed about the health issues that forced him to end the Marathon for Hope that he ran from April 12th to September 1, 1980 to raise awareness about cancer research.
Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe, wife of tennis player Arthur Ashe, shares fond memories of her husband and explains how his untimely death and legacy affected the lives of many people.
Tennis player and AIDS activist Arthur Ashe speaks for the last time to the public about his diagnoses, the future of treatment and the importance of HIV and AIDS public awareness education.
