All articles tagged with #mentorship
Originally Published 13 days ago — by CBS News
Shaquille O'Neal offers to cover expenses for 7-foot-3 police recruit Jordan Wilmore after he falls short on his exam, supporting his goal to become a police officer and encouraging him to retake the test.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Grammy
The 2025–2026 GRAMMY U Mentorship Program, sponsored by Amazon Music, expanded its offerings and welcomed its largest cohort ever, connecting over 1,200 mentor-mentee pairs globally across various music industry tracks, with enhanced virtual programming and a new three-phase structure to support emerging professionals. The program aims to foster industry careers, promote diversity, and provide valuable networking and educational opportunities, culminating in the 2026 Grammy Awards.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
Jordan Love reflects on his positive relationship with Aaron Rodgers, highlighting Rodgers' mentorship and their shared history as Love steps into the starting quarterback role for the Packers, following Rodgers' departure and his own successful start in the 2023 season.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
GLAAD has launched the Queer Emerging Developers (QED) Program to mentor early-career LGBTQ+ game developers, aiming to promote authentic LGBTQ+ representation in media and games, with applications open until November 10 for a virtual program culminating in the 2026 Game Developers Conference.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ESPN
Tyriq Withers, a former Florida State wide receiver and soccer player, stars in the sports-horror film 'HIM,' where his authentic athletic experience enhances his portrayal of a quarterback, illustrating themes of greatness, sacrifice, and mentorship. The film explores the psychological and physical costs of pursuing excellence, drawing inspiration from real athletes and their mentalities, and highlights Withers' journey from athlete to actor.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Andscape
The article highlights the mentorship and support among Black quarterbacks, focusing on Shedeur Sanders' rookie season and his connection with Jalen Hurts, emphasizing the importance of resilience, tradition, and mentorship in the evolution of Black quarterbacks in the NFL.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Fortune
LePatner, a prominent Blackstone executive and advocate for women in finance, was tragically killed in a shooting incident that was unrelated to her professional role, highlighting her influence as a mentor and leader in the industry. The shooter was there for unrelated reasons, and her death was a tragic accident. She was remembered for her integrity, support for women, and civic leadership.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Blazer's Edge
Jrue Holiday, now a Portland Trail Blazers player, expressed excitement about joining the team, emphasizing his focus on winning, his role as a mentor to young players like Scoot Henderson, and his enthusiasm for playing alongside Damian Lillard. He highlighted his adaptability, leadership, and commitment to contributing both offensively and defensively to help the team succeed.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Thoroughbred Daily News
The article is a heartfelt tribute to legendary horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas, recounting personal memories, his influence on racing, and the author's efforts to create a memoir highlighting his quotes and legacy, emphasizing his role as a mentor and iconic figure in the sport.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Newser
Marlee Matlin credits Henry Winkler as a second father and mentor, having lived with him for two years after a difficult breakup and rehab, highlighting their close relationship and her admiration for him.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC Sports
Calais Campbell, returning to the Arizona Cardinals for his 18th season, emphasizes the importance of passing on his extensive football knowledge to younger teammates to help improve the team and leave a lasting legacy.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NBC Sports
Patrick Graham praises Pete Carroll as a master teacher and valuable mentor, highlighting the positive impact of working with his experienced coaching style and emphasizing the importance of effort and relationships in the Raiders' team development.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Awful Announcing
Joe Flacco expressed frustration with the media's focus on veteran quarterbacks being expected to mentor younger players, emphasizing that he prefers to be honest about his role and believes the mentorship question is more about optics than football.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by PennLive.com
The Pittsburgh Steelers' third day of OTAs highlighted veteran mentorship aiding rookies like Harmon and Johnson, versatile player roles such as Echols' outside and slot cornerback, leadership growth from Zach Frazier, and emerging talents like Hurleman and Wilson, all contributing to team development and roster competition.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CBS Sports
Joe Flacco, the Cleveland Browns quarterback, expressed his reluctance to be labeled a mentor, emphasizing that his focus is on playing well and leading by example rather than actively mentoring younger quarterbacks, reflecting a common NFL attitude that prioritizes individual performance over mentorship roles.