The Sports Issue
Table of Contents Music Teezy Collective Bargaining Jerzey Lee
Behind the Scenes Rob Wilson Jessica Danielle
Editorial @Rudeboushit: Who loves Sports?
Model Pick your Sport!
The Sports Issue Dwayne Jackson
Brad Smith: Buffalo Bills
Fashion/Beauty Sexy workout gear/5 min. make up tips
Fitness Team Willis Fitness
Note from the Publisher: The Sports Issue!! What a challenge for me personally! I know nothing about sports but when Cherline Louissaint of E Mason and Associates approached me with the idea to have an issue featuring athletes, I was all in. This issue would not have happened without my team though, especially Lola Sims...her new nickname is “Handle That” because handle and carry through this issue she did. What would I do without you? Never leave me! Promise?? But on the real, I am grateful for my team. Grateful for my family, grateful for my friends, and grateful for you the supporter reading this. Couldn’t accomplish anything without any of yous! Hope you enjoy the Sports Issue and see you next month for our model issue!! Love you all!!
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Teezy
: Running his Team
Recording Artist and Producer Teezy knows a thing or two about multitasking. From playing piano throughout his school years to participating in sports like Soccer, Baseball, and Lacross, he's had his hand in virtually everything. So why should things be different when it comes to his career in music. "Music is something that I'm passionate about." starts Teezy. "Its almost like your playing a sport in this game. You always have to be on. Sometimes you have to warm up. Its just all a method." In 2010, after many obstacles Teezy started his own label More Than Music Productions, which he runs like the captain of the team. His first radio single "Early In Da Mornin" ft J Ripp & Yo Gotti, produced by him, has been played on over 30+ FM Radio Stations also on SIRIUS and XM. Shortly after he released his self entitled album "Teezy" thru various online music distributors. Now in 2012 he is looking to exceed what he has accomplished with his new Single "Who I Am" ft Andre Webb to radio. His new mixtape "Who I Am" with features from Yo Gotti, Zedzilla, Alleyboy, Beanie Sigel, Fat Trel, Caddy Da Don, KG and many more comes out April 21st with Dj Trap-a-holics. Definitely Be on the look out for Teezy this year !!!!!
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Rob Wilson: Hip Hop’s Financial Advisor When a successful music producer based in Columbus, Ohio hit the jackpot by winning the Ohio Lottery Mega Millions game, who did he call? Rob Wilson. When some of professional sports biggest names need money guidance, who do they call? Rob Wilson. Now with music making such an
impact and artist needing to
be smarter about their money, who can they call? Rob Wilson. As a Vice President and financial advisor with Blazer Capital Management in Pittsburgh, PA where he concentrates his practice on providing advice to and managing financial affairs for successful professional athletes and entertainers, he has earned himself a new moniker “Hip Hop’s
Financial
Advisor.”
Simplifying
the
financial lives of his clients so that they can fully concentrate on what makes them successful on the field or on the stage, he is apart of a new wave of what we like to call "Smart Money" avenues. Having worked with companies such as JP Morgan, Chase, Bank of America, and the State of New Hampshire, his skill set is one of precision. For more information on Rob you can check out his his website at www.robwilson.tv. and follow on twitter @robwilsontv. Also be on the look out for his #MarchMoneyMadness Bracket Challenge. Just in time for college
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Collective Bargaining: Two is Better Than One
B
Collective Bargaining. “We used to get everything. We orn and raised in Kentucky Rob Jackson
had the East coast sh*t, the down South sh*t before
and Jup are determined to put their state
anybody else. Just getting all that different type of
on the map. While both have advanced greatly in
music kind of influenced me to rap a certain way, but
their own careers they recently banned together
we listen to everything for influences."
to form a joint project, all in the name of Kentucky. While Rob’s flow is a direct reflection of his laid back approach with that intensity burning right beneath the surface, Jup's Powerful song lyrics combined with savvy hooks has become his trademark style with the messages deeply rooted from the streets and inspiration from life experiences. Comparable to each other in delivery, ability, and lyrical content their upcoming project is causing quite the stir amongst the industry only adding to its anticipation. “Growing up in Kentucky is different because it’s not really the deep South, Midwest or East Coast it’s right in the middle," says Rob Jackson, 1/2 of
The Collective Bargaining Album is joint project that combines the lyrical prowess of these two decorated MC's features new music from both artists as well as other up and coming artists and producers from the area, hence the title. With this project set to define the future of KY hip hop, while impacting the greater hip hop culture as a whole, its living up to the hype. Slated for a Spring 2012 release, Collective Bargaining is supported by the current mixtape entitled Unreleased Classics: Block Co-Signed Edition that is available now and for free download at DJPhatKatt.com. For more on Jup and Rob feel free to follow them on twitter @JupMusic & @robjallday.
Jessica Danielle
More than Just a Pretty Face A
s the creator of PlayerPerspective.com, a
as “The Morning Report with Dan Kennedy,” “Zito &
blog that skillfully examines all the major
Garrett,” “The Morning After,” the “Ryan and Tyler
players in professional sports, Jessica Danielle is a
featuring Jessica Chandler” morning show, and “The
sports fanatic who delivers compelling stories with
Vennie Penn Project.”
the finesse of a veteran journalist. Starting the PlayerPerspective in November of 2010 to share more stories that addressed the “human side” of sports—in particular, professional football. “At the time, I felt that many blogs and publications seem to almost hold the players they covered in contempt,” she said. “I wanted to bring fair analysis to the table and to help people understand what it takes for these athletes to compete at a high level especially in one of the toughest sports.” The focus of the site has since expanded and now J Danielle uses PlayerPerspective to examine all of the major players involved in all sports–from agents and union reps to owners, executives and the sports media. Continuing to draw national media attention, she has been featured on a variety of media outlets to talk about sports issues of the day. She has also been quoted on CNN.com’s sports page and has been a featured guest on national radio programs such
Ultimately, J Danielle would like to use PlayerPerspective as a platform for her own radio and television show. J Danielle says “I think there is still a lot of room in the sports sphere for a fresh and knowledgeable Black female voice.”
From the Court To The Booth: Jerzey Lee By: Jessica Jamz
A
How are sports and music alike? I got my competitive edge from Sports. To be Great in Sports you HAVE to be competitive and have a desire to s nice on the mic as he is on the
be the best. That same competitive nature transfers to
court, new rapper Jerzey Lee is push-
my music - especially during live performance.
ing bars and driving lanes. As a 6'8 rapper hailing from New Jersey, he has the grit and polish to
How do sports and music differ?
show two different spectrums of music. While in
(Laughs) The Biggest difference is the Running & condi-
the past not many sports players have been suc-
tioning. I don't miss our morning workouts at Northern
cessful in crossing over into the music scene,
Montana State. Besides that they are both competitive
Jerzey Lee's rise through the ranks is making it all
and can help better your life and those around you if
possible again. As a multi-talented individual his
used appropriately!
past details a full ride basketball scholarship to Northern Montana State while honing his lyrical
What have you learned on the court that has helped
skills. After helping lead his team to back to back
you in your music career?
20-win seasons, and a National Tournament
HaHa- That sometimes you have to do things that you
Appearance, Jerzey Lee decided to co-found his
don't want to. Whether your waking up at 5am for
own Independent Brand out of Montana (Skye Bigg
practice or waking up at 9am for rehearsal/Sound
Nation). Skye Bigg Nation has already shared stag-
Check! Same Rules Apply
es with Hip-Hop all stars, Lil Flip, Hurricane Chris, Afroman, Devin The Dude, and more. Looking to
What do most people say when they find out your a
take over the music world this sports connected
rapper because of your height?
rapper is worth the listen.
It usually catches them off Guard. But once they take a listen & see a few videos - I usually gain a new fan. Eve-
What position did you play on the court?
rybody has been positive & receptive about my music
Me being 6'8 and above average ball handling
which is a blessing in itself.
skills - I played both Forward positions and Center. How long have you been rapping?
What's more appealing to you a buzzer beater or a hit
I been rapping since I was 11years old. I'm 24now.
single? I would have to say The Hit Single. The Buzzer Beater is
How were you able to balance both of these loves
great too, but with a hit single you can influence so
and get them to work cohesively?
many peoples lives & that's why I do this
I put music on the back burner while I was in School - everybody from my neighborhood was Aspiring Rappers, but not too many Aspiring graduates. Now that I'm done with school - I can give 125% of my attention to my craft (music)!
DreamChaser
Dwayne Jackson
This path has given me a chance to go all over the world and meet some great people and realize that its more to life then just basketball. But my ultimate Goal is to make a difference because the outward things we see in life are temporary but the things not seen are eternal.�
“H
EY my name is Dwayne Jackson from Ft. Myers Fla. I never really
Born and raised in Fort Myers, How have you been giving back to your hometown? Giving back by training kids and giving things to the less fortunate. Mentoring and tutoring kids.
had nothing when I was growing
up and worked my way through school and was the first in My family to graduate college ( I told you mom I got ya :)) But My goal and dream is to be a professional Basketball player but God has taken me through a different path. This path has given me a chance to go all over the world and meet some great people and realize that its more to life then just basketball. But my ultimate Goal is to make a difference because the outward things we see in life our temporary but the things not seen are eternal.�
What is the number one lesson that you press upon the youths that you coach? Beyond coaching teaching the kids to work hard and dream big, I motivate them. Challenging all athletes to radically follow Jesus. When did you start looking at the Business side of basketball? And what made you look at it at that angle? When I graduated college I came back to ft. Myers and never was bummed because I didn't make it to the NBA right away. So I had to do something so I begin training kids and coaching and sub teaching. Had to provide for my family.
You were recently featured in a TV show which aired on ABC. Can you tell us about the show? TV show was Budweiser Bigtime Reality Show 3 basketball players who was picked out of millions of ppl to talk about there journey with basketball and compete at a shot for the NBA. What do you dream of accomplishing with all your talents? My dream to accomplish is to just make a difference and Build the Kingdom of God up because at the end of the day that's what we are called to do. Also to Go to the NBA How do you intend to leave a mark on this world? Leave my mark on this world by making a difference and threw my testimony with Basketball and all the things I been threw and the trials and tribulations that a kid will look at me and what I been threw and I can make a different in there life.
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BRAD SMITH Buffalo Bills
#16 Nicknamed “Ninja Fists” in high school Buffalo Bills quarterback/ wide receiver, Brad Smith
By the time Smith arrived at the University of
(#16)'s
for his rapid ball
Missouri, though, it was clear that football was his
speed release skills. However, looking at his
calling. After redshirting in 2001, he never missed a
athletic- and personal resume would make “Do it
start and became the first player in NCAA history to
all” seem a more apt moniker. The former
pass for at least 8,000 yards and run for 4,000 yards.
Missouri Tiger began his relationship with sports
The Business Administration major was also the first
at age six, when his mother, Sherri, signed him
NCAA Division 1-A player to amass more than 2,000
up for the basketball team at the local YMCA.
passing yards and 1,000 rushing yards in a season
Soon after, he was also on his church’s youth
twice in his career. He set more than 68 different
football team. “My mom was the mother and the
Mizzou, Big 12 and NCAA game, season and career
father in our house,” says the Youngstown, OH
records, but he didn’t only excel on the field. He was
native, “and she wanted to make sure her sons
named to the Big 12 All-Academic team, was a
were tough.” Brad continued to play both sports
finalist for the Academic Heisman award and partici-
throughout his time at Chaney High School,
pated in a variety of community activities including
earning two all-state selections in football, two
the
All-City Offensive Player of the Year honors and
Committee Food drive and Athletes in Action. He
an all-city selection in basketball. During his high
graduated in 2005 and was working toward his
school career he threw for 34 touchdowns and
Master’s degree in economics when he was selected
more than 2,700 yards. He also rushed for more
103rd overall in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL
than 1200 yards and scored 19 times on the
draft by the New York Jets.
ground.
was widely known
Truman
Club,
Student
Athlete
Advisory
Today, Brad is a standout player and big addition to his community. His Truth Foundation(www.truefoundation16.org) works to promote education, discipline, and organized activity for youth in the community. Boys and girls throughout the greater Youngstown area and beyond are able to learn new skills, work on properly performing known skills, and work to carry out organized instructions. With commitments like these and his stellar performance on the field this known Ninja is mastering a number of different areas. Keeping himself busy and advancing to the next level in everything he does, Brad is a big player to watch for seasons to come.
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Editorial Who loves sports? I know I do, but sometimes the
play. I hope this kid gets a ring or his legacy will be taint-
sports world can be as comical as a stand up from
ed even MORE. You can't keep doing this playing like a
your favorite comedian don't ya think? It's pretty
legend and choking when it all matters. The guy is bald-
much all about drama and gossip nowadays or just
ing because he know the pressure is on and he stress-
athletes doing the most idiotic things. I mean if you
ing. So lets hope we don't see LeBron go completely
got skills we love you, but once you do something to
bald after this year and gets a ring sooner or later.
damage your image over and over it gets to a point where someone needs to call you an idiot and that's what fans are for. I know i'm not the only one who loves when these athletes either get caught up for cheating or do something dumb to put them on the radar. I honestly do NOT understand how you can make all these millions and get caught up cheating. Do these idiots not know thats all they bitches waiting for them to do so they can get half of all them millions? At the end of the day most of them females married to these athletes are lowkey hoes and gold diggers and stick around for dat $$$. I'm a hood nigga and know these hoes ain't shit and want nothing but that cash brah. Don't worry you no game having niggas not the only ones I'm slandering. How about the dumbasses who give into pressure to be liked? or the idiot who chokes in the post season and acts like a king the whole regular season.
Another favorite of mine is Kobe. The black mamba exceptional player greatest of all time in my eyes, but this guy is about as dumb as bricks. Bad bitch at home, and making millions every year isn't that every man's dream? Clearly it aunt enough for him he needed one step further. I mean personally I'd never even look at another bitch with Vanessa fine ass at home. First, The trailer park looking white girl. I mean that was so long ago blah blah were over it but come on dude. If you gonna hit a runner and you know you're the most popular player in the world why not pay her off more and keep her quiet? Thats just me, I know it sounds kind of piggish and not so gentleman like but who cares. Just when we thought Kobe was a good husband again, taking care of home guess what? He poppin off chicks in every city he plays in haha. That got more respect from me rather than poppin off
Don't you hate those guys? Cheaters like Kobe,
some random trashy looking runner and getting caught.
and Tiger woods. Soft niggas like LeBron dogging
At least dude admitted it and didn't let it all catch up to
Cleveland then saying ''never know I might end up in
him. Makes me wonder is Vanessa not a freak? Does
Cleveland again one day''. Taking his talents to south beach and choking when the pressures on? At least in Cleveland he played like a dude with a chip on his
she not bust it open for a real nigga? Who knows haha, maybe thats why he never off his game cause he stay in
shoulder. I admit last season this guy choked. I mean
something wet either way you still the man Kobe. You
he choked hard. Played like a fucking beast all sea-
still the greatest in NBA history. Just keep yo dick out
son, all the playoffs, and chokes in the finals? How
these hoes and yo head in the game even though its not
can this guy even think this is even remote 1% of his team when wade carries the team every playoffs even before LeBron got there. This season don't get me wrong this the best basketball I've seen LeBron
getting much press I'm sure that's why you not fucking up.
The king of fucking bitches Tiger Woods. Don't get
voicemail? Lmao, Nigga you are one of the highest
me wrong one of the best golfers in history (not
grossing athletes in history and you think these bitch-
lately), but haha this guy here is comical. I rushed
es ain't gonna out you for a few million? White pussy
thru talking about Kobe and LeBron to get to this
is kryptonite and Tiger Woods clearly showed why
fucking goofball. Any real nigga knows you never
that is such a stereotype for us ''black men''. Either
leave a voicemail or text message in this day and
way this idiot should've thought this thru more, you
age. Hoes will save that shit quick or screenshot the
can tell he hasn't been thru much with females at all
fuck outta your dumbass for simping, lying, or if u
haha, Niggas a straight rookie with juggling bitches I
cheating on ya main bitch. Secondly, how the hell
see. All that aside still a great golfer. Lately he needs
you let ya bitch even check ya phone. I know me
to get it together because he been getting whooped.
personally my girl knows better than to even THINK
Maybe he miss his bitch , or maybe he just losing a
about asking to see my phone. Now, what gets me
step either way he the man for fucking bitches now,
once he knows his wife is gonna call all these bitch-
not his skills. Tough luck.
es, he calls em and says don't pick up and change ya
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Book Review by Desiree Marshall
The Prodigy: Greatness has its price Questionable behavior blankets the world of American Football at every turn. Many wonder where the most profitable sport in the world is headed at its current pace. In the year 2021, the entire planet is captivated by a superior athlete who seems to have appeared out of nowhere. Miles Starr must cope with his unintended fame, while navigating his senior year of high school. Everyone wants a piece of what many have come to know as "The Prodigy." Miles is challenged to survive a deceptive girlfriend, manipulative teammates, a conniving sports agent, and Corporate America. As secrets are revealed, motives are uncovered. Will Miles rise to greatness and become a legend, or fold under the enormous pressure while the game clock is counting down? Throughout history, great individuals have always paid a price. Why should it be any different in the future?
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