National Football League Alumni

Study of NFL Alumni Cohort Finds Majority Suffer From Heart Disease Without Knowing It

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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) announced the release of data from the HUDDLE study that examined the prevalence of heart disease and associated risk factors among members of the National Football League (NFL) Alumni Association and their families.

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  • Edwards Lifesciences (NYSE: EW) announced the release of data from the HUDDLE study that examined the prevalence of heart disease and associated risk factors among members of the National Football League (NFL) Alumni Association and their families.
  • Results of the HUDDLE study indicated that the prevalence of hypertension in the 498 screened participants was 83.8%, though only about half (46.5%) self-reported a history of hypertension.
  • Conducted across eight U.S. cities in cooperation with NFL Alumni Health, a subsidiary of the NFL Alumni Association, HUDDLE was a cross sectional study of NFL alumni and their family members aged 50 years and above.
  • Study participants self-reported their medical histories and participated in heart health education and screenings that included blood pressure, electrocardiogram (EKG) and echocardiogram.

Inspired Launches Virtual NFLA Lottery Product End Zone Cash With the Pennsylvania Lottery

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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The game will be available to play through the Pennsylvania Lottery in more than 10,000 retail locations throughout the state.

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  • The game will be available to play through the Pennsylvania Lottery in more than 10,000 retail locations throughout the state.
  • In addition to featuring recognized players, End Zone Cash displays team matchups, a touchdown count, and a touchdown multiplier.
  • End Zone Cash will be launched across the Pennsylvania Lottery’s entire retail estate and will be shown on monitors in more than 2,000 retailers.
  • The Pennsylvania Lottery was the first to introduce our Virtual Sports products in North America, and we are thrilled now to introduce End Zone Cash to their Xpress Virtual Sports lineup,” said Brooks Pierce, Inspired President, and Chief Executive Officer.

"Huddle for Health Challenge" Launches, Spearheaded by NFL Alumni Association and ScaleHealth in Alliance with CHIME at the ViVE Event

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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This partnership with ScaleHealth and the NFL Alumni Association embodies our collective commitment to addressing our communities' health challenges today."

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  • This partnership with ScaleHealth and the NFL Alumni Association embodies our collective commitment to addressing our communities' health challenges today."
  • "As NFL Alumni and beacons of our community, we have a special opportunity to make long-lasting and positive impacts to improve health and wellness from which we reside, "said Kyle Richardson, Managing Member of NFL Alumni Health.
  • The initiative aims to spark significant change across the health and wellness landscape by uniting healthcare leaders and tech innovators.
  • Stay tuned for more details about the initiative, and join us in this transformative journey by visiting www.nflalumnihealth.org/VIVE-2024 .

NFL Alumni Association and American Flag Football League Announce Strategic Partnership

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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In anticipation of its inaugural season launch in April 2024, the American Flag Football League (AFFL) today announced a strategic partnership with the NFL Alumni Association, Inc. (NFLA), one of the oldest, most well-known and well-respected retired player organizations in professional sports.

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  • In anticipation of its inaugural season launch in April 2024, the American Flag Football League (AFFL) today announced a strategic partnership with the NFL Alumni Association, Inc. (NFLA), one of the oldest, most well-known and well-respected retired player organizations in professional sports.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240215438778/en/
    Under the partnership, retired AFFL players will be recognized as Pro Football Legends and will receive benefits that inform, assist, and serve AFFL players in their post flag football careers.
  • “We are honored to support the AFFL as they work to grow the game of flag football professionally,” said NFL Alumni CEO Brad Edwards.
  • As the AFFL prepares for its inaugural season, this partnership with NFL Alumni and Pro Football Legends further illustrates our combined efforts in helping to further the growth of flag football around the world."

iHerb® and NFL Alumni Health Team Up to Provide Valuable Membership Perks

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- iHerb, one of the world's leading e-commerce retailers for vitamins, minerals, supplements and other health and wellness products, announced a strategic alliance with the National Football League Alumni Association to offer its members and the general public access to a curated selection of wellness products.

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  • iHerb® and NFL Alumni Health team up to provide valuable perks to members and football fans.
  • To promote the newly formed partnership, iHerb Global Advisor Dr. Mehmet Oz was a featured speaker at the "Huddle for Health" NFL Alumni Health Symposium held Feb. 6 in Las Vegas.
  • "One of the primary reasons our nonprofit organization exists is to help ensure the long-term health of our members," said NFL Alumni CEO Brad Edwards.
  • Starting today, NFL Alumni members and fans are eligible for up to 15% off iHerb orders of $60 or more using promo code "NFLALUMNI."

Nick Jonas, Beyond Type 1, and NFL Alumni Association Unite to Launch National Initiative: Huddle for Diabetes

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a collaborative effort, Beyond Type 1, alongside the NFL Alumni Association, singer-songwriter Nick Jonas, and Las Vegas Raiders Wide Receiver DeAndre Carter, proudly unveil the debut of Huddle for Diabetes, a transformative national outreach and education initiative to empower individuals to recognize the symptoms of diabetes, receive a timely diagnosis, and access essential resources for thriving with the condition.

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  • Set to roll out on a national scale and within NFL Alumni chapter cities, this multi-year partnership capitalizes on the comprehensive tools and resources of Beyond Type 1, a distinguished national nonprofit dedicated to diabetes awareness and innovation.
  • "I'm proud to partner with NFL Alumni and Beyond Type 1 to show that achieving goals and realizing dreams is possible, even with a diabetes diagnosis," said DeAndre Carter.
  • "Awareness is key to ensuring timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment for individuals with diabetes," said Deborah Dugan, CEO of Beyond Type 1.
  • "Collaborating with the NFL Alumni on the Huddle for Diabetes initiative will further drive our mission and expand our impact across the country."

USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures Announces 2024 Legends Party With NFL Alumni Legends

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures , part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) announces The Legends Party , in partnership with the National Football League Alumni Association and USA TODAY .

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  • USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures , part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) announces The Legends Party , in partnership with the National Football League Alumni Association and USA TODAY .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240124141392/en/
    In celebration of the Big Game, the evening begins with a pre-party including red-carpet entry and meet-and-greet opportunities with NFL legends and special guests.
  • "I am excited to join USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures at this year’s Legends Party with my fellow NFL alumni,” said Hines Ward.
  • “The Legends Party heads to Las Vegas this year,” said Jason Taylor, Gannett Chief Sales Officer and President, USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.

The Campaign for Citizen Service-- Co-Chaired by 3 Time Super Bowl Champion Bart Oates and Spelman College Provost Dr. Pamela Scott Johnson-- Launches

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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METUCHEN, N.J., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Citizens Campaign today launched its Campaign for Citizen Service designed to give all Americans the opportunity to get the tools and training to become pragmatic leaders, working on solutions to leave their communities and country better than they found them. It will serve as a counter to today's rabidly partisan, ideologically-driven, and dysfunctional top-down leadership that is failing to address our major challenges.

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  • It will serve as a counter to today's rabidly partisan, ideologically-driven, and dysfunctional top-down leadership that is failing to address our major challenges.
  • Our goal is to give all Americans the opportunity to become pragmatic leaders, taking responsibility for our democracy.
  • Americans will be enlisted in the Citizen Service, an emerging citizen driven, national public service, that trains people in Leadership and No Blame Problem Solving.
  • Dr. Pamela Scott Johnson, provost at Spelman College, said, "Voting is important, but it is not enough.

Tennis Legend Roscoe Tanner Set to Headline "Serve Challenge" Event on Veterans Day Saturday, November 11th

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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HOUSTON, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- (WSO), a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to creating sports rehabilitation and wellness opportunities for the disabled, announced additional plans today for the "Serve Challenge" fundraising event on Saturday, November 11th at Fall Creek Tennis Academy in Humble, Texas. This celebration of serving will feature Grand Slam Champion, Roscoe Tanner, who once had the fastest serve in professional tennis headlining a tennis clinic, followed by a serving skills challenge. The event, held on Veteran's Day, will also conduct a ceremony celebrating the efforts of our military men and women.

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  • This celebration of serving will feature Grand Slam Champion, Roscoe Tanner, who once had the fastest serve in professional tennis headlining a tennis clinic, followed by a serving skills challenge.
  • The event, held on Veteran's Day, will also conduct a ceremony celebrating the efforts of our military men and women.
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  • Tennis professionals Roscoe Tanner and Brady Alan Mazzola are available to be booked as guests on your news and sports programs and podcasts.
  • "We are blessed to have Roscoe participating at this Veterans' Day event," said Mazzola.

Tennis Legend Roscoe Tanner Set to Headline "Serve Challenge" Event on Saturday, November 11th

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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HOUSTON, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Watering Seeds Organization (WSO), a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation dedicated to creating sports rehabilitation and wellness opportunities for the disabled, announced today plans for the "Serve Challenge" fundraising event at 9am on Saturday, November 11th at Fall Creek Tennis Academy in Humble, Texas. This celebration of serving will feature Grand Slam Champion, Roscoe Tanner, who once had the fastest serve in professional tennis headlining a tennis clinic, followed by a serving skills challenge. The event, held on Veteran's Day, will also conduct a ceremony celebrating the efforts of our military men and women.

Key Points: 
  • This celebration of serving will feature Grand Slam Champion, Roscoe Tanner, who once had the fastest serve in professional tennis headlining a tennis clinic, followed by a serving skills challenge.
  • The event, held on Veteran's Day, will also conduct a ceremony celebrating the efforts of our military men and women.
  • With the help of Tanner, a former tennis great, the event promises to be one to remember.
  • Tennis professionals Roscoe Tanner and Brady Alan Mazzola are available to be booked as guests on your news and sports programs and podcasts.