“This is not the end of an era, but the beginning of a new chapter.”
BLAH. BLAH. BLAH.
It’s that time of year, and you know how every graduation speech begins, and you’re favorite part is when it ends. Let’s pretend for one moment our favorite sports figures were able to give graduation speeches. These would be epic.
JJ Watt, Defensive End, Houston Texans
Russell Wilson, Quarterback, Seattle Seahawks
Lou Gehrig, First Baseman, New York Yankees
Michael Jordan, Hall of Fame Basketball Player
Jim Valvano, College Basketball Coach/Broadcaster
Herb Brooks, Head Coach, 1980 US Men’s Olympic Hockey
Ray Lewis, Linebacker, Baltimore Ravens
Kevin Durant, Forward, Oklahoma City Thunder
Josh Hamilton, Outfielder, Los Angeles Angels
Vince Lombardi, Hall of Fame Football Coach
Mike Tyson, Boxer
Jackie Robinson, Hall of Fame Baseball Player
Photo: courtesy Troy Taormina/USA TODAY Sports