Hello Sports Fans. It’s another great day at Sports Scene!
I did something last month that I can now scratch off my bucket list. I met my idol. Someone I have always wanted to meet. The one man who changed the complexion of sports in Michigan forever…Magic Johnson.
I grew up watching Magic showcase his skills at Lansing Everett and then at Michigan State University before he become Showtime with the LA Lakers. His smile was infectious. His skills on the court were extraordinary. His words were well spoken. He was more than just a basketball player. He was an icon. Magic was in Saginaw generating buzz for Magic’s Promise, a scholarship program he helped establish with Saginaw School District superintendent Carlton Jenkins. In three years, Magic has helped raised nearly $300,000 to help send inner city youths to college. Even after all of these years, he continues to give back to his home state.
I was impressed by his level of commitment and by his will to continue to give back to our youth. They are our future, and he ensures that they have a plan for tomorrow.
On another note, it’s hard to believe that year five for Sports Scene is nearly in the books. Wow! Five years. I can’t believe it has been that long. Like the old saying goes, “Time flies when you are having fun.”
Good luck to all of the area teams gearing up for the upcoming state tournaments. Best of luck to all of the athletes and coaches on their quest for a winning a possible state championship.
Thanks again for your support.
Randy Miniard
randy@highschoolsportsscene.com
517-202-1808
