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Friday, September 23, 2005

"In Katrina's wake, sports must rise to challange." (Vol 8, issue 19, p.28) by Jason Langham

Sep 12-18 issue page 28. This article talks bout the tragedy of hurricane katrina's and it's lasting affects on pro sports teams in the nfl and nba. Although the overall contributions to this tragedy have been good, nothing specific has been done by the nfl and nba to help the cause. A question is posed saying where is our live aid? I think that the leagues do need to set up some kind of program like live aid where the contribitions go to the victams. Although to their credit the nfl recently this past monday had a similar concept. However, more needs to be done by commisioners and others to help. Athletes involved most are millionaires. The leaders of the industry should require more contributions from the athletes and themselves.