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I kept this story in my pocket for a long time.... In Pittsburgh, September 15th is Roberto Clemente Day. Every year the whole organization fans out across the city. It's like Christmas. Roberto's family is there, Vera and the boys. My first year as manager was 2011. We celebrated. We shook hands and moved on. We didn't win. 19 consecutive losing seasons. 2012 rolls around. Same day, same celebration. We had another losing season, our 20th consecutive. After the ceremony, Roberto Jr. walked over. "My mom wants to talk to you." We went into the dugout. Me, Vera, and her three sons. She spoke in Spanish. I played four years of winter ball so I understood enough. She wasn't angry, but she was passionate. And I kept hearing Roberto's number come up. Roberto Jr. translated. "My mother wants you to know that there cannot be a 21st losing season. That was Roberto's number. It would be a disgrace to his legacy." She was staring right at me. Before I could even think about what to say, words came out of my mouth: "I promise you, Vera. That won't happen." Roberto Jr. looked at me and said, "You made my mom a promise. I hope you can keep it." I said, "I hope I can keep it too." I didn't tell my coaches. I didn't tell the players. I told my wife. That was it. The next year, 2013, we broke the consecutive seasons losing streak. Ended it at 20. On Roberto Clemente Day that September, Vera came walking across that field. And I probably got one of the most meaningful hugs I've ever received in my life. The players did all the heavy lifting. I just got the hug. Some promises are worth making before you know if you can keep them. @Pirates

@JoshYohe_PGH Guentzel would have made a huge difference in this playoff series 🥺

I will remind you of this: Kyle Dubas has repeatedly stated that he doesn’t just want the Penguins to be a team that’s good enough to reach the playoffs. He wants to build a championship team. Take that as you will as he enters the off-season.

@DanHoppOPS Could have used guentzel in the playoffs 🥺

Plus: If the Pens make Rakell/Rust available this offseason, they're better than pretty much every forward on the UFA market besides Tuch Minus: If Jason Robertson, Brady Tkachuk, Robert Thomas, Jordan Kyrou etc are on the market, the Pens' guys won't be anyone's Plan A

Customizing a PS5 controller with Posca paint. 🎨🎮🌸 by hunter.fekete

Enjoy three minutes with head coach Alli St. John following this morning’s press conference. Breaking down what to expect for the future of Iowa State women’s wrestling and what it means to Coach St. John to be able to make her dreams (and the many girls and women across the country) come true. 🎥: @cyclonefanatic

Take 2 minutes out of your night to watch Sidney Crosby talk about returning to the playoffs. You can hear the joy in his voice and look in his eyes. It makes me a little emotional.

@PensML Mantha

Who will score the first goal for the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight against the New Jersey Devils? My pick is Elmer Soderblom. Drop yours in the comments! #LetsGoPens                   (Leaderboard in Comments)

@CPyles8 @FloWrestling Can you give insight on how college coaches set up their recruiting board / manage the scholarships they have. I have always been intrigued by the admin work of college coaching !

Send on your FRL questions for tomorrow’s show! See you at 10 AM ET!

In 2018, Kobe Bryant gave a 1-hour masterclass on "Mamba Mentality" at USC. The mindset behind 5 championships, 18 All-Star selections, and his 81-point game. His ideas: • Outwork your potential • Protect your dreams • Leave no stone unturned 15 lessons from Kobe Bryant:

Been hitting this cradle before it was cool 😤 Cam Steed breaks down how to lock it up and finish — from the punch to the roll-through. If you’re trying to turn more guys and get pins… this is one you need. Presented by Athletes Ocean

What high level judo athlete do to develop monster grip strength 💪🏼

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Mat talk with ASU NCAA All-American and Big 12 Champion wrestler Nicco Ruiz. 🏆 Hear about how Ruiz manifested his spot on the podium, his development under @ZekeJones and earning All-American status alongside his heavyweight teammate David Szuba. @ASUWrestling @FOX10Phoenix

Why do so many athletes plateau? Likely because they don’t understand that… High intensity session after high intensity session, constantly disturbing homeostasis and your body never gets the chance to rebuild. You’re fighting to survive vs achieving positive adaptation.

🚨Trigger Alert🚨 Best exercises per body part for hypertrophy Chest: Bench Press Back: Pull Ups Shoulders: Barbell Overhead Press Quads: ATG Back Squat Hamstrings: RDL Glutes: ATG Back Squat Biceps: Chin Ups Triceps: Single Arm DB Overhead Press Let me know what you think 👇🏼

Roanoke, Virginia is what happens when a city chooses mountains over ego, short commutes over sprawl, and a slower, steadier kind of progress.

I was first exposed to Westside methods in the early 2000s. One thing that stuck with me over the years, even when I wasn't powerlifting specifically, was their approach to accessory work.

😳🦵Demetrious Johnson trained together with TJ Dillashaw’s and just couldn’t keep up with his him: DJ: “This is one of the reasons why I retired.” TJ: “You don’t miss it?” DJ: “F*ck no.” (via @MightyMouse)

@JustinJBasch After the brown departure I hope @Pitt_WRES is in play

🚨 Lehigh's Ryan Crookham is officially hitting the Transfer Portal. In his 4 years at Lehigh, Crookham suffered back-to-back injury-ending seasons following a 3rd-place finish at NCAA's his redshirt freshman season. Where do you think he'll land? A MAJOR addition wherever!

@MrPatMineo For the love of god go to Pitt

🚨 TRANSFER PORTAL ALERT 🚨 Big news as Lehigh’s 133 lb All-American Ryan Crookham has officially entered the transfer portal as a grad transfer. Crookham placed 3rd at the NCAA Championships as a freshman, but missed the last two postseasons due to injury. With a medical redshirt, he will have 2 years of eligibility remaining.