In light of circumstances affecting graduation festivities for many students there has been a notable shift towards seeking inspiration from the realm of sports. Several athletes and coaches have stepped up as virtual commencement speakers offering wisdom and support in the face of these difficult times. These sporting personalities have delivered messages to graduates either from their own alma maters or, through virtual events catering to high school and college students. Why not consider inviting one of these speakers to uplift your audience at your upcoming webinar or video conference?
Four-Time NBA MVP and Three-Time NBA Champion
When looking for the best basketball player in the world, look no further than LeBron James. After being selected with the 1st overall pick in the 1st round of the 2003 NBA Draft by his hometown Cleve
Guard for the Golden State Warriors
Stephen Curry is the star point guard for the Golden State Warriors. Growing up, Curry’s father Dell played for the Charlotte Hornets and would sometimes take Stephen and his younger brother to the ga
WWE Superstar and Community Ambassador
Titus O'Neil is a WWE Superstar. O'Neil got his wrestling start in Florida Championship Wrestling and NXT. He was apart of season two of the reality series "WWE NXT" and also appeared on "NXT Redemp
Former NFL Linebacker, Motivational Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, & Disability Advocate
Shaquem Griffin is the first-ever, one-handed former NFL linebacker, entrepreneur, author, and highly sought-after motivational speaker whose story of perseverance and resilience has inspired millions
Pro Bowl Cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks
Shaquill Griffin is back where his pro career started. The Seattle Seahawks' cornerback previously spent the 2024 season with the Minnesota Vikings. Griffin split the prior three seasons between the J
All-Pro Quarterback for the New York Giants
Russell Wilson is one of the greatest quarterbacks of his generation. Wilson began his career as a third-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks and went on to defy the odds. He became a nine-time Pro Bowl
All-Star Forward for the Miami Heat
Kevin Love is the pride of UCLA, and was selected in the 1st round of the 2008 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies after leading the Bruins to a Final Four appearance in 2007 and earning both Naismith
Linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers
Lawrence Timmons is a professional football linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his high school career, Timmons was ranked as the No. 5 outside linebacker prospect in the nation. Timmons attend
Head Women's Basketball Coach for the Connecticut Huskies
Geno Auriemma is the head coach of the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team. Upon graduating from West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Auriemma was hired as an assistant coach at St.
Head Football Coach at UCF
Scott Frost is in his second stint as the head football coach at UCF. He was previously the offensive coordinator at the University of Oregon, and the head coach at his alma mater, Nebraska. He played
Former Head Football Coach at the University of Wyoming
<p>Craig Bohl is currently best known as the former head football coach at the University of Wyoming, Bohl has an extensive history with the sport of football, both as a player and a coach. He was bor
Record-Setting Grand Slam Tennis Champion
Serena Williams first captured the world No. 1 tennis ranking in 2002 and has since gone on to win 23 Grand Slam championships, including seven Australian Opens, three French Opens, five Wimbledon cha
Seven-Time Super Bowl Champion Quarterback
Tom Brady is, quite simply, the greatest winner in pro football history. Brady spent two decades with the New England Patriots, winning a record six Super Bowl titles, four Super Bowl MVP awards, and
WNBA Star for the New York Liberty
Sabrina Ionescu is one of the greatest players in women's college basketball history and the foundation of the future for the New York Liberty. The Liberty took Ionescu with the number one pick in the
Kansas City Chiefs Quarterback
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Patrick Mahomes with the tenth overall pick of the 2017 NFL Draft. Mahomes put up huge numbers as the starting quarterback at Texas Tech for two seasons. As a junior, h
Professional Surfer and Christian Speaker
Bethany Hamilton is a professional surfer from the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii. Having grown up on the North Shore she has been a surfer girl her entire life. With dreams of one day becoming a
Three-Time Olympic Gold Medalist and Two-Time U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Team Captain
Best known as one of the “Fierce 5” U.S. Women’s Gymnastic Team members, Aly Raisman will forever be synonymous with the summer of 2012. She was the captain of the 2012 team that took home the gold me
First Active Gay Player in the NBA
Jason Collins began his NBA career with the New Jersey Nets in 2001 after an All-American career at Stanford University. In his rookie year with the Nets he played a significant role in the team’s fi
Head Basketball Coach for the Michigan State
Tom Izzo has guided the Michigan State University basketball team to unprecedented success since taking over the Spartans as their head coach in 1995. Over the last 17 seasons he has led his teams to
Three-Time National Championship Coach in College Football
An Ohio boy, born and raised, Urban Meyer began his coaching career following his playing days at the University of Cincinnati. After making his start with a high school team in Cincinnati, Meyer join
Minnesota Vikings Quarterback
Carson Wentz is a quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings. Wentz signed with the Chiefs for 2024 after playing for the Los Angeles Rams in 2023, the Washington Commanders in 2022, and the Indianapolis C
Retired Head Basketball Coach at Florida State University
Leonard Hamilton played his college basketball at Gaston Community College and the University of Tennessee from 1966 to 1971. After earning his undergraduate degree he turned his focus to coaching and
Retired Hall of Fame Head Coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers
Bill Cowher is a former NFL coach. His coaching career began in 1985, but Bill is best known for his coaching of the Pittsburgh Steelers for a span of 15 years from 1992-2006. During his coaching care
Retired Three-Time All-Star and Five-Time Gold Glove Winner
Mark Teixeira retired as a first baseman and designated hitter for the New York Yankees in 2016. Teixeira previously played first base for the Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves, and Los Angeles Angels of
In light of circumstances affecting graduation festivities for many students there has been a notable shift towards seeking inspiration from the realm of sports. Several athletes and coaches have stepped up as virtual commencement speakers offering wisdom and support in the face of these difficult times. These sporting personalities have delivered messages to graduates either from their own alma maters or, through virtual events catering to high school and college students. Why not consider inviting one of these speakers to uplift your audience at your upcoming webinar or video conference?
Former NFL Linebacker, Motivational Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, & Disability Advocate
Head Women's Basketball Coach for the Connecticut Huskies
Three-Time Olympic Gold Medalist and Two-Time U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Team Captain
Retired Head Basketball Coach at Florida State University
Retired Hall of Fame Head Coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers
Retired Three-Time All-Star and Five-Time Gold Glove Winner
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