CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Sporting News has announced a partnership with Intersport, the producers of “Courage in Sports” to bring readers powerful stories of athletes who have overcome the extraordinary. Referred to by many as “the most inspirational hour in television,” “Courage in Sports” will be honoring athletes all year long with weekly, short-form video features on Sporting News.
From Intersport Vice President of Television & Digital Content Shannon Dan:
"Courage in Sports" has been inspiring television viewers for a quarter of a century, and we are thrilled to bring the program to a broader audience with Sporting News. Our honorees represent all that is good in the world of sports, and we are honored to share their stories.
From Sporting News Editorial Director John Turner:
By partnering with "Courage in Sports," our readers will have access to some of the most engaging and uplifting sports stories of the past 25 years. Paired with our unmatched offering of digital highlights across major American sports, SN is continuing its mission to take fans "Beyond the Score."
About Courage in Sports
Developed by Chicago-based Intersport in 1991, “Courage in Sports” is entering its 26th year of celebrating the most incredible athletes in the world. Traditionally a one-hour television special aired each fall, Sporting News will be the official online home for “Courage in Sports.” Each week, “Courage in Sports” will deliver a relevant and powerful story of courage, resilience and excellence in the face of adversity. More than 100 stories have been explored since the first “Courage in Sports” 25 years ago. Among them:
• Greg LeMond, a Tour de France champion who took a stand against doping (1991)
• Scott Reese, a blind high school football kicker (1995)
• Dr. George Simkins, arrested for trespassing at the all-white, municipal golf course (2003)
• Conner Stroud, a youth tennis star with no legs (2013)
About Intersport
Since 1985, Intersport has been an award-winning innovator and leader in the creation of sports and entertainment-based marketing platforms. Intersport creates unique content and experiences for clients that attract and engage passionate audiences through three divisions: Sponsorship & Event Marketing, Sports Properties, and Sports & Entertainment Content (for broadcast and digital media, including CelebTV.com). To learn more about Intersport, log on to www.intersportnet.com, like us on Facebook (www.Facebook.com/IntersportBuzz) or follow us on Twitter (@IntersportBuzz) or Instagram (Intersportbuzz).
You can find the first "Courage in Sports" video story here and their entire series here.
