Autism Speakers From Sports

The world of sports has many powerful advocates for autism research and support. These athletes have been personally affected by the condition themselves or through cherished members of their families. Autism speakers from sports make great guests for a variety of non-profit events, foundation fundraisers, and education conferences. Their powerful stories shine a light on the challenges and triumphs autism can bring

Doug Flutie

Former Heisman Trophy Winner and NFL Comeback Player of the Year

Doug Flutie is a former professional quarterback who spent time with the NFL, the CFL, and the USFL over his 21 year career. Before he turned professional, Flutie rose to prominence as the starting qu

Dan Marino

Pro Football Hall of Fame Quarterback and Miami Dolphins Legend

When it comes to quarterbacks, Dan Marino is the gold standard. Although he was the last quarterback to be selected in the first round of the 1983 NFL Draft, he went on to break 37 NFL records and tie

Curt Warner

Retired Three-Time Pro Bowl Running Back for the Seattle Seahawks, Penn State Legend and Autism Advocate

Curt Warner is a former professional football player for the NFL. He is most commonly recognized as the Seattle Seahawk’s running back from 1983 to 1989 but played his last season with the Los Angeles

Scott Mellanby

Retired NHL Player

Scott Mellanby is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player and current hockey operations executive with the Montreal Canadiens, serving as an assistant general manager. He primarily played rig

Will Clark

Retired Six-Time All-Star First Baseman for the San Francisco Giants

Will Clark had a long successful major league career as one of the most feared hitters of his era. Clark was a six-time All-Star and most known for his eight years with the San Francisco Giants. With

B.J. Surhoff

Former Star for the Baltimore Orioles

1999 National League All-Star B.J. Surhoff had an 18-year standout baseball career. Surhoff was well known for his versatility in the field, playing every position in the major leagues but pitcher.

Rodney Peete

USC Trojans Legend, Former NFL Quarterback, and Current Sports Broadcaster

As the Arizona High School Player of the Year as a junior, Rodney Peete attracted a lot of attention for his football play. Despite being drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays to play baseball, Peete accep

Elena Delle Donne

Seven-Time All-Star and Two-Time WNBA MVP

Elena Delle Donne received national recognition as a high schooler as she led her team to 3 straight high school state championships scoring over 2,000 career points and set a national high school rec

Armani Williams

First NASCAR Driver Diagnosed with Autism

Armani Williams has already made NASCAR history, even as his begins his promising stock car racing career. Williams is the first NASCAR driver diagnosed on the autism spectrum and just one of three Af

Jason McElwain

Autism Speaker and Manager of the Greece Athena Basketball Team

Jason McElwain, nicknamed J-Mac was born October 1, 1987 and is an American high-functioning autistic amateur athlete, in both basketball and marathon, and public speaker. McElwain came to fame on n

Dan Orlovsky

Retired 12-Year NFL Quarterback and Popular ESPN Commentator

Dan Orlovsky is a former NFL quarterback. Before his time in the NFL, Orlovsky played his college ball at his hometown University of Connecticut in 2001. As a highly touted freshman, Orlovsky threw fo