Mike Ditka

Football Icon And Hall Of Famer Mike Ditka Takes On Ownership And Named Chairman Of X League

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020
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LOS ANGELES, July 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --One of the most recognized and respected names in football history, Hall of Famer Mike Ditka will provide women the opportunity to play tackle football on a worldwide platform, the newly announced X League.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --One of the most recognized and respected names in football history, Hall of Famer Mike Ditka will provide women the opportunity to play tackle football on a worldwide platform, the newly announced X League.
  • Women's tackle football leagues have been in operation dating back to the 1920s, however, the women's game has never reached commercial viability.
  • The X League will be yet another indicator that equality has come of age, its time to give women and girls the same opportunity to play the game," said Mike Ditka.
  • Ditka will serve as the Chairman of the X League, leading the way in terms of football operations and the growth of the league into international markets.

"Sweet Home Chicago" Telethon To Feature A Special Appearance By Mike Ditka And The Chicago "Superfans" Joe Mantegna, George Wendt And Robert Smigel

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Thursday, May 14, 2020
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CHICAGO, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Chicago CEO COVID-19 Coalition announced that the Sweet Home Chicago Telethon will feature a very special appearance by Mike Ditka and the Chicago "Superfans" Joe Mantegna, George Wendt and Robert Smigel, in a new version of their routine first made famous on Saturday Night Live.

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  • CHICAGO, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Chicago CEO COVID-19 Coalition announced that the Sweet Home Chicago Telethon will feature a very special appearance by Mike Ditka and the Chicago "Superfans" Joe Mantegna, George Wendt and Robert Smigel, in a new version of their routine first made famous on Saturday Night Live.
  • The telethon will be broadcast on NBC Sports Chicago on May 16 at 5 pm CDT, in addition to simultaneously streaming on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.
  • In addition to sports stars, Sweet Home Chicago will feature appearances by Chicago's very own entertainers, comedians and musicians.
  • The musical lineup includes performances by Common, Jeff Tweedy, Chicago, Jamila Woods, and The O'My's with Kevin Coval and the Chicago Children's Choir.

Cribs for Kids® Honors More Than 20 Women at 2020 Women of Achievement Awards

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Monday, February 24, 2020
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Cribs for Kids will recognize 24 successful and prominent women from Pittsburgh at their 15th annual Women of Achievement Awards.

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  • Cribs for Kids will recognize 24 successful and prominent women from Pittsburgh at their 15th annual Women of Achievement Awards.
  • The Women of Achievement Awards is an annual ceremony dedicated to highlighting the incredible feats and accomplishments of women in the Pittsburgh region.
  • In addition to acknowledging the 24 Distinguished Women of Achievement Honorees, Cribs for Kids will also present the prestigious 2020 Laura Ditka Award for Advocacy and Service and the National Woman of Achievement: Making a Difference Award.
  • The women we honor each year are remarkably selfless, hardworking and inspiring, said Judith A. Bannon, Founder and Executive Director of Cribs for Kids.