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8th grader born without legs makes his middle school’s basketball team: ‘Prove your doubters wrong’

An 8th grader from Kentucky is inspiring others to go after their dreams and “prove your doubters wrong.” Josiah Johnson was born without legs, but that has yet to stop him from accomplishing anything he ...

Shaquille O’Neal hands out hundreds of pairs of shoes to local kids in need

Shaquille O’Neal is one of the most famous basketball players of all time, and one of the most recognizable sports figures in the world. In addition to his incredible 19-season career in the NBA, Shaq ...

Shaquille O’Neal pays for stranger’s engagement ring at jewelry store: ‘I’m just trying to make people smile’

There are few athletes more famous than Shaquille O’Neal. Shaq was one of the best NBA players of his generation, and remains one of the most recognizable sports personalities in the world. But recently Shaq ...

College basketball player dies in car crash days after playing in NCAA tournament

Days after his school played in the NCAA tournament for the first time, Oscar Frayer died in a car accident. Grand Canyon University, where he was set to graduate in April, confirmed the news Thursday. ...

Basketball players see crowd bullying cheerleader with Down syndrome – immediately stop match

Desiree Andrews was born with Down syndrome, but like so many others with her condition, she is nothing short of a fun-loving, sweet girl — with so much to offer the world. Desiree has plenty ...