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Global Citizen NOW urges investment in Sub-Saharan Africa and youth outreach
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Global Citizen NOW urges investment in Sub-Saharan Africa and youth outreach

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — This week’s Global Citizen NOW conference featured appeals for long-term investments in the African continent’s fast-growing youth population and increased outreach to young changemakers worldwide, as the international advocacy organization seeks to drive resources toward antipoverty causes. The conflict-riddled international scene has made it even more vital that political, business and philanthropic leaders support education and health …

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Brian Burns trade has Giants legends ecstatic about pass rush potential: ‘Sky’s the limit’
9 months ago

Brian Burns trade has Giants legends ecstatic about pass rush potential: ‘Sky’s the limit’

New York Times  

Last week’s blockbuster trade for pass rusher Brian Burns didn’t just energize the New York Giants fan base, but some hallowed alumni, too. “If you can’t pass rush, man, you just don’t have a chance in this new league.” Fellow Giants Ring of Honor member and two-time Super Bowl champion Osi Umenyiora couldn’t agree more. “If you want to run …

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‘Planet Theory’ and ‘lonely’ moments: What lies ahead for Louis Rees-Zammit and rugby’s NFL hopefuls
11 months ago

‘Planet Theory’ and ‘lonely’ moments: What lies ahead for Louis Rees-Zammit and rugby’s NFL hopefuls

The Telegraph  

Offensive linemen require immense power and mobility as well as intuitive knowledge of play patterns. Osi Umenyiora, a two-time Super Bowl champion with the New York Giants and now one of the IPP’s ambassadors, spells out the importance of raw materials. “The offensive line is very difficult, but the one thing they do have is ‘Planet Theory’,” he explains. “You …

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NFL’s growth abroad now includes giving Africa a chance, too
2 years, 2 months ago

NFL’s growth abroad now includes giving Africa a chance, too

Associated Press  

Obinna Eze discovered football just seven years ago, not long after the goodbye to his parents in Nigeria that is still the last time he saw them in person. “Those guys keep getting better, and there’s going to be more and more in the future.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Umenyiora …

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NFL opening pathway for African players with 1st camp
2 years, 8 months ago

NFL opening pathway for African players with 1st camp

Associated Press  

The NFL is opening a pathway for African players with a developmental camp in Ghana. Through Umenyiora and The Uprise three Nigerian athletes — Kehinde Hassan Oginni, Chigbo Roy Mbaeteka and Haggai Chisom Ndubuisi — earned the opportunity to participate in the NFL’s International Combine in London last October. “We look forward to hosting our first camp in Ghana and …

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