Ask the Scholar
Document scope · 1 page
Scholar
Ask about this object, its catalog metadata, its source description, or the page inventory.
For page-specific OCR and visual context, open one of the page chats.
Scholar Source Context
Document identity
localId
24823484
label
Sports and Race [Binder][2]
core
doc
dtoType
document
citationUrl
pageCount
1
Source metadata
id
24823484
sourceUrl
contentType
document
title
Sports and Race [Binder][2]
citationUrl
collections
Records of the First Lady's Office (Clinton Administration)
Noa Meyer's Files
largeImageUrl
imageCount
1
hasImages
yes
source
import
hasTranscription
no
Source extras
naId
24823484
levelOfDescription
fileUnit
otherTitles
42-t-18558020-20120869S-010-001-2015
recordType
description
ocrSource
nara-archive
Single page context
seq
1
pageIndex
0
type
document
mediaId
1af7bd2ec54886bd
ocrText
Withdrawal/Redaction Sheet
Clinton Library
DOCUMENT NO.
SUBJECT/TITLE
DATE
RESTRICTION
AND TYPE
001. resume
Melanie da Trindade-Asher (partial) (1 page)
nd
P6/b(6)
COLLECTION:
Clinton Presidential Records
First Lady's Office
Speechwriting (Noa Meyer Subject Files)
OA/Box Number: 13011
FOLDER TITLE:
Sports and Race [Binder] [2]
2012-0869-S
kc945
RESTRICTION CODES
Presidential Records Act 144 U.S.C. 2204(a)]
Freedom of Information Act 15 U.S.C. 552(b)]
P1 National Security Classified Information [(a)(1) of the PRA]
b(1) National security classified information |(b)(1) of the FOIA]
P2 Relating to the appointment to Federal office |(a)(2) of the PRA
h(2) Release would disclose internal personnel rules and practices of
P3 Release would violate a Federal statute [(a)(3) of the PRA
an agency [(b)(2) of the FOIA]
P4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential commercial or
b(3) Release would violate a Federal statute [(b)(3) of the FOIA]
financial information |(a)(4) of the PRA)
b(4) Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial
P5 Release would disclose confidential advice between the President
information [(b)(4) of the FOIA]
and his advisors, or between such advisors |a)(5) of the PRA|
b(6) Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of
P6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of
personal privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA]
personal privacy |(a)(6) of the PRA]
b(7) Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement
purposes [(b)(7) of the FOIA]
C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed
b(8) Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of
of gift.
financial institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA]
PRM. Personal record misfile defined in accordance with 44 U.S.C.
b(9) Release would disclose geological or geophysical information
2201(3).
concerning wells [(b)(9) of the FOIA|
RR. Document will be reviewed upon request.
Clinton Presidential Records
Digital Records Marker
This is not a presidential record. This is used as an administrative
marker by the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Staff.
This marker identifies the place of a tabbed divider. Given our
digitization capabilities, we are sometimes unable to adequately
scan such dividers. The title from the original document is
indicated below.
Divider Title:
6
SPORT In SOCIETY
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
TM
NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
eastern University
Huntington Avenue, 161 CP
Presidents and Chancellors
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
(617) 373-4025
Rev. Vincent M. Cooke, SJ., Canisius College
Joseph Crowley, University of Nevada, Reno
(617) 373-4566 Fox
Richard Freeland, Northeastern University
John Hitt, University of Central Florida
Michael Hooker, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
January 7, 1998
Rod Keichner, Mansfield University
Peter J. Liacouras, Temple University
Rev. John LoSchiavo, S.J., University of San Francisco
Clara Lovett, Northern Arizona University
Ms. Sylvia Mathews
Martin Massengale, System of Higher Ed., Nebraska
James McCormick, System of Higher Ed., Pennsylvania
Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff
Father John Minogue, C.M., DePaul University
Gregory M. St. L. Brien, University of New Orleans
The White House
Ladell Payne, Randolph-Macon College
Charles Reed, System of Higher Education, Florida
Washington DC 20502
John B. Slaughter, Occidental College
Graham Spanier, Pennsylvania State University
Gerald Turner, Southern Methodist University
James J. Wholen, Ithaca College
Dear Sylvia:
Public Officials
Richard Arrington, Mayor of Birmingham
I hope that you had an enjoyable holiday season and that the new year
John Conyers, Jr., United States Congressman
Edward Kennedy, United States Senator
finds you in good health.
John Kerry, United States Senator
Maxine Waters, United States Congresswoman
School Superintendents
As you know we have been working on the possibility of a Presidential
Victor Rodriguez, San Antonio
Larry L Zenke, Duval County, Florida
Town Meeting to be held at Northeastern University's Matthews Arena to
Coaches
discuss the issues of race and sport.
Jim Calhoun, University of Connecticut
Bobby Cremins, Georgia Institute of Technology
James A. Honey, Executive Director, National Association of
Basketball Coaches
Enclosed is a copy of a letter and information sent to Ms. Judy Winston
Betty Jaynes, Director, Women's Basketball Coaches Association
regarding our proposed Town Meeting.
Bob Knight, Indiana University
Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University
Joe Paterno, Pennsylvania State University
( Vivian Stringer, Rutgers University
We would appreciate any assistance that you can lend to this matter.
John Thompson, Georgetown University
Distinguished Advisors
Vivian Acosta, Professor, Brooklyn College
Please contact me at 617-373-8937.
Alpha Alexander, National Board YWCA
Deborah Anderson
Robert Atwell, President, American Council on Education
Merrily D. Baker
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Scott Black, President, Delphi Management, Inc.
Bill Bradley, United States Senator
Lou Carnesecca, St. John's University
Doris R. Corbett, Professor, Howard University
John A. Curry, President Emeritus, Northeastern University
Anito DeFrantz, V.P., International Olympic Committee
Very truly yours,
Vince Dooley, A.D., University of Georgia
Michael Dukakis
Harry Edwards, University of California Berkeley
Ambassador Raymond Flynn
Christine Grant, Women's A.D., University of lowa
Benjamin Hooks
John E. Jacob
Nancy Lieberman Cline, Nancy Lieberman Enterprises
José Massó
Donna Lopiano, Executive Director,
Women's Sports Foundation
Senior Associate Director & Chief Operating Officer
Jewell Jackson McCabe, Founder and Chair, National
Coolition of 100 Black Women
Frank McLaughlin, A.D., Fordham University
Tom Mc Millen, Choir, Presidents Council on Physical Fitness
Digger Phelps, TV Sports Analyst
Gene Policinski, The Freedom Forum
George H. Raveling, TV Sports Analyst
Willis Reed, Vice President, New Jersey Nets
Rachel Robinson, Founder, Jackie Robinson Foundation
Potti Rubin, President, Ortho USA, Inc.
Dean E. Smith
Robert R. Spillane
Roger Wilkins, Institute for Policy Studies
Players Association Directors
Doug Allen, NFLPA
David Meggyesy, NFLPA
Eugene Upshaw, NFLPA
Richard E. Lapchick, Director
José Massó, Senior Associate Director
NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
SPORT
In
SOCIETY
Presidents and Chancellors
Rev. Vincent M. Cooke, SJ., Canisius College
Joseph Crowley, University of Nevada, Reno
TUE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
John Hitt, University of Central Florida
TM
Michael Hooker, University of North Carolina Chapel HiD
stern University
Rod Kelchner, Mansfield University
untington Avenue, 161 CP
Peter J. Liacouras, Temple University
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
Rev. John LoSchiavo, S.J., University of San Francisco
Clara Lovett, Northern Arizona University
(617) 373-4025
Martin Massengale, System of Higher Ed., Nebraska
(617) 373-4566 Fax
James McCormick, System of Higher Ed., Pennsylvania
Father John Minogue, C.M., DePout University
Gregory M. St.L. )'Brien, University of New Orleans
September 29, 1997
Ladell Payne, Rondolph Moron College
Charles Reed, System of Higher Education, Florida
John B. Slaughter, Occidental College
Graham Spanier, Pennsylvania State University
Mr. Nelson Rayneri
Gerald Turner, Southern Methodist University
James J. Wholen, Ithaca College
Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff
Public Officials
The White House
Richard Arrington, Mayor of Birmingham
Room 145
Bill Bradley, United States Senator
John Conyers, Jr., United States Congressman
Old Executive Office Building
Edward Kennedy, United States Senator
John Kerry, United States Senator
Washington DC 20502
Maxine Waters, United States Congresswoman
School Superintendents
Victor Rodriguez, San Antonio
Estimado Nelson,
Robert R. Spillane, Fairfax County, Virginia
Larry L. Zenke, Duval County, Florida
Por medio de la presente te mando un cordial saludo, esperando que al recibo de la
Coaches
Jim Calhoun, University of Connecticut
misma todo marche bien contigo.
Bobby Cremins, Georgia Institute of Technology
James A. Haney, Executive Director, National Association of
Basketball Coaches
Betty Jaynes, Director, Women's Basketball Coaches Association
I'm glad to hear that you had an enjoyable summer and that things are
8ob Knight, Indiana University
Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University
working out well at the White House.
Joe Paterno, Pennsylvania State University
Dean E. Smith, University of North Carolina
(. Vivion Stringer, Rutgers University
John Thompson, Georgetown University
As you know, (and thanks in part to you), on June 9 I was selected as
hief Operating Officer and Senior Associate Director of the Center for the
Civil Rights Leaders
tudy of Sport in Society and have been occupied with managing the
Harry Edwards, University of California-Berkeley
Benjamin Hooks
transition at the Center as our Director, Richard Lapchick, set up shop in
Jewell Jackson McCabe, Founder and Chair, National
Coalition of 100 Black Women
Orlando, Florida. On September 2, we opened a satellite office at Walt
Distinguished Advisors
Disney World of Sports. We expect to be providing educational programs
Vivian Acosto, Professor, Brooklyn College
Alpha Alexander, National Board YWCA
for over 80,000 student-athletes who will be participating in sporting
Deborah Anderson
Robert Atwell, President, American Council on Education
events at Disney.
Merrily D. Baker
Scott Black, President, Delphi Management, Inc.
Lou Carnesecca, St. John's University
Doris R. Corbett, Professor, Howard University
I am very excited about the work we do at Sport in Society and look
John A. Curry, President Emeritus, Northeastern University
Anita DeFrantz, Member, International Olympic Committee
forward to the number of possible projects that we have on the drawing
Vince Dooley, A.D., University of Georgia
Michael Dukakis
board.
Ambassador Raymond Flynn
Christine Grant, Women's A.D., University of lowa
John E. Jacob, Executive Vice-President, Anheuser Busch Companies
Nancy Lieberman, Nancy Lieberman Enterprises
One of these projects is a program in celebration of National Hispanic
Donna Lopiano, Executive Director,
Women's Sports Foundation
Heritage Month. On October 8, we will be holding a reception at the
Frank McLaughlin, A.D., Fordham University
Tom Mc Millen, Chair, Presidents Council on Physical Fitness
Center for the Study of Sport in Society and a panel discussion at
Digger Phelps, TV Sports Analyst
Gene Policinski, Managing Editor/Sports, USA Today
Northeastern University on "Latinos in Béisbol".
George H. Raveling, TV Sports Analyst
Willis Reed, Vice President, New Jersey Nets
Rachel Robinson, President, Jackie Robinson Foundation
Patti Rubin, President, Ortho USA, Inc.
During the reception we will be recognizing individuals and organizations
Roger Wilkins, Institute for Policy Studies
that have worked closely with Latino youth in organized sports activities
Players Association Directors
or educational achievement.
Doug Allen, NFLPA
Robert Goodenow, NHLPA
David Meggyesy, NFLPA
Eugene Upshaw, NFLPA
Richard E. Lapchick, Director
Arthur Taylor, Associate Director
Pamela Gutlon, Assistant Director
N. Rayneri
page 2
9/29/97
For the panel we have invited Mr. Dan Duquette, Executive Vice President
and General Manager of the Boston Red Sox, Mr. Tony Bernazard, Special
Assistant at the Major League Baseball Players Association, Mr. David
Beard, sports journalist for the Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel and Mr. Alan
Klein, professor of Anthropology at Northeastern University and author
of Sugarball: The American Game, the Dominican Dream and his most
recent publication, a study of culture, baseball, and U.S.-Mexican relations
- The Owls of the Two Laredos. I also invited Mr. Omar Minaya, who
was named Assistant General Manager of the New York Mets last
We plan on using some of the footage from the ESPN Outside the Lines
pecial, "Major League Béisbol" as the topic of discussion and hope that
ur panelist will share their experience and insight on this issue.
The enclosed document includes all the information regarding our
celebration and panel discussion. I also enclosed some pictures from an
event that we sponsored this past Thursday evening with Mr. Robert
Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots.
We have alot to talk about, and I still have a "magnum opus" of a letter to
sent you.
Esto es todo por el momento. Te dejo con un abrazo. Que Dios te bendiga.
Very truly yours,
R
José Massó
Senior Associate Director
José Massó chosen to manage Sport in Society
Selected as Senior Associate Director at The Center's headquarters in Boston
News
José Massó was selected as the new
Massó's diverse career has included serving
Senior Associate Director of the Center for
as Executive Director of Latin Sports and
the Study of Sport in Society. The
Entertainment at Bob Woolf Associates,
VOLUME 2, NUMBER st
announcement was made in conjunction
where he represented Latino Major League
with Director Richard Lapchick's
Baseball players. During 1987-88, Massó
establishment of The Center's presence at
served as an advisor on the Viva Dukakis
Walt Disney World Sports, in Orlando,
Presidential Campaign. Massó also
José Massó
Fla. Massó, 46, began supervising The
traveled to the 1988 Democratic Party
Center's Boston office on June 23, allowing
Convention in Atlanta, Ga. to work as a Hispanic
Lapchick to nurture the growth of Sport in Society's
press liaison. Previous to his campaigning experience,
Disney-based satellite.
Massó was the director of the Governor's Office of
"The Center welcomes the opportunity for José to
Community Services.
provide Sport in Society with his career experience
Massó, a native of San Juan, Puerto Rico, continues
and management skills in sports, education,
to host his own Afro-Latino music show, "¡Con
communications, politics, entertainment, and multi-
Salsa!", which has been on National Public Radio's
culturalism," said Lapchick.
Boston affiliate (WBUR-FM) since 1975. The
Massó's initial goal is to guide Sport in Society
program is part of his ongoing commitment to
through a transition management process, and
bridging the gap between linguistic and cultural
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY'S CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
communities.
ultimately implement some original initiatives.
Boston Youth Sports Congress unveiled at Urban Youth
Sports Conference, sessions to convene in October
On June 3. Boston Mayor
and Athletes in Service.
Thomas M. Menino
announced a partnership
Photo by Adam Zand
According to Art Taylor,
director of Youth Sports
with Sport in Society to
form the Boston Youth
Programs at Sport in
Society. the purpose will
Sports Congress. The
be to establish organized
announcement was made
athletic opportunities for
at the two-day long Urban
area youth, especially
Youth Sports Conference.
young women. It will also
The Congress will bring
endorse health develop-
together Boston's youth
sports leaders, life skills
ment for youth. training
of coaches, and substance
trainers, area student-
abuse prevention.
athletes. community
organizers, program
NORTHEASTERN
UNIVERSITY
Sport in Society is
developers. leaders from
conducting an ongoing
the business community
State Representative Kevin Fitzgerald (D-Boston), Sport In Society's
study assessing the
and policy makers to set a
Community Outreach Coordinator. addresses attendees of the Urban
condition of urban youth
Youth Sports Conference.
course for the future of
sports in Boston to
discuss the national crisis
This large-scale col-
organized youth sports in
determine which areas
of urban youth sports.
laborative effort between
Boston.
need the greatest im-
The Congress will convene
Sport in Society and the
This plan was unveiled at
on October 18.
City of Boston marks an
provement.
a forum of 75 national
unprecedented alliance for
Mayor Menino said The
Sport in Society will serve
leaders in the field of
both parties, who have
as the official consultant
Congress will "bring
youth development. The
previously worked
in the continuing effort
together all the programs
forum, co-sponsored by
together with The
for the creation and
we have in the city, to find
Sport in Society and The
Center's programs: Hoop
out where any overlap is
implementation of this
Robert Wood Johnson
Dreams & More, MVP,
and where the shortages
agenda.
Foundation, assembled to
Project-TEAMWORK,
are."
FOR INFO ABOUT BOSTON YOUTH SPORTS CONGRESS, PLEASE CALL ART TAYLOR (617) 373-4025
NU's Sport in Society announces expansion
G 1997
VOLUME 2, NUMBER2
News
office at Walt Disney's Wide World of Sports
Richard Lapchick to be based in Florida; office and staff stay at Northeastern Univ.
Northeastern University President Richard Freeland
and Richard E. Lapchick, Director of the University's
Center for the Study of Sport in Society, joined
leaders of Walt Disney World Sports on March 18 to
announce the opening of a Sport in Society office at
30
Disney's Wide World of Sports complex in Orlando.
Lapchick, a social activist and internationally
recognized expert on sports issues, will use the new
Florida location as his base of operations. He will
move in July, but continue to spend one week a
month and two months during the summer at Sport
in Society's headquarters at Northeastern University
in Boston.
Sport in Society Director Richard Lapchick, Northeastern
In announcing the move, Lapchick noted, "What Walt
University President Richard Freeland, and Walt Disney
Disney World Sports is trying to do is exciting and
World Sports Vice President Reggie Williams announce the
opening of a Sport in Society expansion office in Orlando.
cutting-edge work in the world of sport as we
approach the 21st century. The opportunity to open
positive initiatives that Sport in Society pursues and
an office there and expand the work of Northeastern
welcome Richard Lapchick with open arms."
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY'S CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
University's Sport in Society will be very beneficial to
The vast majority of Sport in Society's staff will
our own operations and allow us to work with the
continue to operate from their headquarters at
leaders of Walt Disney World Sports to develop
Northeastern University.
educational programs for those who will participate
in sporting events at the Orlando site."
Northeastern President Freeland said that an
opportunity to open an office in Orlando at Walt
Two of Sport in Society's most acclaimed programs,
Disney Wide World of Sports is a breakthrough for
Project TEAMWORK and the Mentors in Violence
the potential expansion of Sport in Society.
Prevention (MVP) Program, have been named by the
Northeastern "admires the tremendous quality and
Clinton Administration as model programs in the
values that the Walt Disney Corporation brings to
areas of violence prevention and
American corporate culture. We would welcome
improving race relations.
any opportunity to do programs together with them
"Having Sport in Society under the same roof as Walt
in the future," said Freeland.
Disney World Sports presents tremendous synergy
Founded in 1984, Sport in Society is dedicated to the
opportunities," said Reggie Williams, Vice President
idea that the sports community should take a lead
of Walt Disney World Sports. "We fully support the
Continued on page 3
Muhammad Ali dazzles youth and adults during visit
Sport in Society and The Boston Globe co-sponsor
event for students to promote racial understanding
IN
On February 4,
The James Hennigan
Muhammad Ali and
Elementary School in
Thomas Hauser visited
Jamaica Plain and St.
Boston to promote their
Mary's Junior/Senior
new book, Healing: A
High School in Lynn both
Journal of Tolerance and
hosted events for
Understanding. In
Boston Healing Day.
conjunction with this
Copies of Healing were
book tour, Sport in
donated by The Boston
Society and The Boston
Globe to all students and
Globe co-sponsored
teachers at the two
Photo by J.D. Levine
"Boston Healing Day" to
schools.
Muhammad All playfully spars with a young student at the James
promote racial harmony.
Continued on page 6
Hennigan Elementary School while Ali's wife, Lonnie, watches.
Message from the Director
While we continue to read about problems
such an act in campus judicial proceedings or in
confronting college sport, there has been a
the criminal courts.
growing and welcome tendency for presidents,
NCAS leaders believe it is a powerful messag
athletic directors and the athletic community to
potential perpetrators, and provides a process for
act quickly to confront the issues.
perpetrators to receive appropriate counseling
Last October, Boston College suspended 13
and a chance to work their way back into the
football players after a gambling scandal rocked
campus community.
the campus. None of the players were allowed to
Richard Lapchick
If a banned student-athlete meets certain criteria,
return to the team this year. Any hint of gambling
including participation in on-going counseling
on campus brings about fears of organized crime,
and public statements of apology, combined with
and BC President William Leahy charged his
messages to young people about the
administration to act. Athletic Director Chet
unacceptability of gender violence and all forms
Gladchuck made the story public, brought in the
of abusive behavior, he can petition the
district attorney, and quickly took the implicated
appropriate authorities to be reinstated.
players off the team.
Convicted of a similar act a second time, the
Less than 18 months after Jim Harrick led
student-athlete will be permanently banned.
UCLA's basketball team to the national
Individual incidents of athletes accused of gender
championship, an expense-report scandal vaulted
violence have built up a strong image that
him into the headlines. With speed rarely seen in
something about athletes make them more
college sport, UCLA Chancellor Charles Young
inclined toward gender violence than non-
and Athletic Director Peter Dalis removed Harrick
athletes. While the number of such incidents have
as coach.
jumped off the pages of our newspapers, the
When more than 30 football players at the
problem is clearly one of men in America and not
University of Rhode Island sealed off a fraternity
just athletes.
house and beat up three residents, President
In America, there are approximately 850,000
Roberts Carothers took charge with Athletic
rapes each year, or 2,345 per day. Another 3
Director Ron Petro. They threw two players off
million women are battered annually, or 8,200
the team, suspended 25 others and forfeited its
per day. Three major newspapers have surveyed
next game against the University of Connecticut.
athletes and gender violence over the last decade
In each case, the damage to the school was bad
(Philadelphia Daily News, 1983-1985,
and has yet to be fully measured. However, the
Washington Post, 1989-1994, and Los Angeles
immediate and decisive responses of institutional
Times, 1995). In all three surveys combined, 308
leaders told the public that if things had gotten
athletes were accused of some form of gender
temporarily out of control, they had taken back
violence. That figure, which covers 10 years
the reins.
equals the number of incidents committed by
One such action with national implications came
American men every 44 minutes. This is a huge
when the National Consortium for Academics and
problem for American men and is not limited to
athletes.
Sports (NCAS) became the first sports
organization to take a zero-tolerance. stance
The quick conclusive actions of BC, UCLA and
against athletes convicted of gender violence. The
the University of Rhode Island, combined with
135 member colleges and universities adopted a
the NCAS initiative on gender violence, are
"Sense of the Consortium" resolution at the
welcome signs that college leaders are not
closing session of its annual conference in Boston
ignoring today's problems, which continue to
on November 22, 1996.
enter the once cloistered world of intercollegiate
athletics.
The resolution stated that any athletes convicted
of rape, sexual assault or battering will be banned
This article appeared in the February 10, 1997 issue of The
from intercollegiate competition for a minimum of
Sporting News.
one year at that member institution. This applies
to any student-athlete who has been convicted of
2
The JoJo White
Sport Breaks
Growth League
1997 Boston
kicks off season at
Indoor Games
Boston schools
Sport in Society co-
ojo White Growth
sponsored the 1997
League kicked off at
Boston Indoor Games,
Boston's Thompson and
held at the Reggie Lewis
Shaw Middle Schools on
Track and Field Center
Olympic sprinter Calvin Davis
January 25.
and Sport in Society's Tasha
Participants and volunteers in the Jojo White Growth League take
a break and show off their new t-shirts.
on January 31. Calvin
Downing-Martin.
Approximately 190
Davis, an Olympic
students are regularly
representatives, 4
funding and products,
in Society Director
bronze medalist who
participating in the
business executives and
include BayBank, the
Richard Lapchick head of
program. which also
15 Sport in Society staff,
Boston Celtics, Coca-
hails from Dorchester,
the search committee for
includes 60 volunteer
work with young
Cola Bottling Company
competed and
NU's new athletic
coaches. The volunteers,
participants on the
of New England, Dunkin'
generously donated 100
director. The new
which include 30
basketball court and in
Donuts, Eastpack,
tickets to young people
athletic director is
students from Jeremiah
the classroom.
Gillette, Kessler and
who participate in Sport
Burke High School, 15
Program sponsors, who
Associates, Reebok, and
expected to be named by
community
are donating both
Spalding.
in Society outreach
the end of April.
programs. Approximately
New Staff hired
AT&T makes $60,000 charitable gift donation to
25 Olympians competed
Recent additions to the
the Athletes in Service to America Boston site
on January 31 and
Sport in Society roster
assisted in sports clinics
AT&T made a charitable
include grants
for local youth on
gift of $60,000 to
administration assistant
support the Athletes in
January 30.
Steven Gould,
Service to America site in
Robert Wood Johnson
receptionist Lisa Gaskins,
Boston. AT&T
Foundation substance
and MVP training
esentatives
abuse forum
specialists Tom Penichter
ented an oversized
A two-day youth sports
and Miles McLean.
check to Sport in
national conference,
Society Director Richard
funded by the Robert
Staff attend
Lapchick and NU
Wood Johnson
leadership program
Chairman of the Board
on drugs and alcohol
Foundation, has been
of Trustees George
Sport in Society staff
developed by Sport in
Matthews during
Kevin Fitzgerald and Mike
Society. The conference
halftime of the Boston
Davis attended a week-
will address the role that
Celtics-New York Knicks
long MIAA leadership
organized sports may
game at the Fleet
training program on
Center on January 10.
play in helping prevent
alcohol, tobacco and
Students from the James Hennigan Elementary School, who
substance abuse and the
The event also included
participate in Sport in Society's Athletes in Service to America
other drugs.
barriers that limit young
a pre-game scrimmage
program. attend a Celtics game at the FleetCenter as the guests of
Representatives from 35
the Celtics
people's access to sport
on the FleetCenter
secondary schools across
Sport in Society joins Disney
in the urban
court for Athletes in
the state attended.
and opens expansion office
environment. The goal of
Service to America corps
Participants who
the forum is to devise a
members and children
from page I
completed the training
from the Shelburne
role in bringing about
has helped more than
plan that uses sports to
became certified
Community Center.
positive social change.
11,000 athletes return
provide a safe haven for
wellness coordinators.
Its mission is to increase
to school to finish
young people from
Fitzgerald and Davis will
awareness of sport and
their education. The
substance abuse.
its relation to society,
returning athletes
use the training to
and to develop programs
have, in turn, worked
Lapchick named head
develop a Sport in
of search committee
that identify problems,
with more than
Society program on
offer solutions, and
4,200,000 youth in
Northeastern University
drugs and alcohol for
promote the benefits of
community service
President Richard
student-athletes.
sport. Sport in Society
programs.
Freeland appointed Sport
3
Donor Profile
Boston Celtics go the extra mile to
help community programs in Boston
By June Ferestien and
ways this past year,
recipient of the Celtics'
Adam Zand
including: athlete
generosity. Joining
The Boston Celtics are
access, donated charity
AT&T, the Boston
world-renowned for
tickets to games,
Celtics jointly
their incredible history
programmatic
sponsored a special day
of success both on and
sponsorship, and much
for some of the young
more. Stuart Layne,
Photo by Chris Aduama
off the basketball court.
people in this program.
WILD-AM's "Coach" Willie Maye hands a certificate to a student
Executive Vice
Before the Celtics-
Recent recipients of the
at Dorchester's Dearborn Middle School during one of the Celtics'
President of Marketing
1996 Pro Team
N.Y. Knicks game on
TEAMUP events.
and Sales commented,
Community Award,
January 10, 1997,
"Making a real impact
Athletes in Service to
Boston Celtics/New
Society Director
presented by the World
in the community is a
America participants
York Knicks Legends
Richard Lapchick and
Sports Humanitarian
major priority of the
played a basketball
Throwback Weekend.
George Matthews,
Hall of Fame for
Boston Celtics. We are
game on the parquet
NU's Chairman of the
having the most unique
fortunate to have
As part of the
floor with legends from
Board of Trustees.
and effective
Throwback Weekend,
Northeastern's Sport in
the Celtics and Knicks.
community programs,
the AT&T Corporation
The Celtics recently
Society program in our
the Boston Celtics are
The Celtics provided a
donated a $60,000
own backyard to help
chose Sport in Society's
behind-the-scenes tour
leaders and role models
direct us in some of our
charitable grant to
Project TEAMWORK
of the new FleetCenter
for our youth through
Athletes in Service to
to become one of its
efforts. It is a privilege
their generosity and
(including a tour of the
to be able to support
America. Inner-city
partners for the NBA's
commitment to Sport
players locker room),
and be part of such
youth who participate
newest community
and tickets to the
in Society.
in Athletes in Service
outreach program,
meaningful programs."
evening's game. These
played in a pick-up
TeamUp, part of the
The Boston Celtics
Sport in Society's
events were provided in
game with Celtics
Celtics' Stay in Scho
have demonstrated
AmeriCorps program,
conjunction with the
legend Tom "Satch"
Program. As part
their support of our
Athletes in Service to
50th anniversary
Sanders and NY Knicks
the program, current
mission in a variety of
celebration of the
America, was a recent
legend Cal Ramsey.
Celtics players and
staff are joined by
Bob McCabe, director
Project TEAMWORK
of Athletes in Service,
members (all of whom
said, "For corps
are former athletes) to
members and students
attend assemblies at
from one of our local
Boston middle schools
community centers to
and make presentations
have a chance to play
to students on such
on the storied parquet
floor with such
issues as staying in
school, teamwork,
basketball greats was a
balancing academics
thrill they will never
and athletics, and
forget."
college planning. The
In a special half-time
1996-97 kick-off event
ceremony, AT&T's
took place at the
Photo by Chris Aduama
Eastern States President
Dearborn Middle
The Celtics and Sport in Society Teamed Up at the Dearborn Middle School for a presentation. Shown
from left to right are Sport in Society marketing staff Suzi Katz and Adam Zand, Celtics forward Greg
Dan Clark presented
School in Roxbury, MA.
Minor, and Mike Roberts and Sherry McClintock, members of Sport in Society's Project TEAMWORK.
the check to Sport in
Continued on next page
4
Celtics donate time, resources to community from previous
page
HBO, Sport in Society host "Sports
Other assemblies
According to Wayne
program, the Jojo
on the Silver Screen" premiere
planned this spring
Levy, Celtics
White Growth League.
de the Wilson,
community relations
Celtics players Greg
By June Ferestien
and Gavin
Sport in Society
director, "Nominating
Minor and Eric
Lights! Camera!
mude schools. The
Project TEAMWORK
Williams attended the
hopes sequel will
Action! On March 5,
be representative
Stay in School end-of-
was an easy decision
kick-off press
1997, the Center for
of today's athletes
the-year awards
for us. We felt that
conference which took
the Study of Sport in
ceremony will take
Project TEAMWORK's
place on February 1 at
Sport in Society was
Society, along with
place on Wednesday,
mission is consistent
the Robert Gould Shaw
pleased to partner
Home Box Office
with HBO and
May 28, 1997 at
with our Stay in School
Middle School in West
(HBO), and
Cablevision of
Northeastern
philosophy
teaching
Roxbury. The Celtics
Cablevision of Boston,
Boston for the
University's Matthews
young people to respect
will be deeply
sponsored and hosted
Arena.
others and their
connected to the
premiere of
the Boston premiere of
SPORTS ON THE
differences."
program, supplying
Additionally, the
a new HBO Sports
SILVER SCREEN.
awards and benefits for
Boston Celtics
Project TEAMWORK
documentary, SPORTS
participants. Some
ON THE SILVER
HBO has been
nominated Project
has a chance at earning
incentives for the
TEAMWORK for the
this honor and being
SCREEN.
doing great work in
middle school students
the area of sports,
inaugural NBA
featured during a
include charitable game
TeamUp Award. This
The invitation-only
from HBO "REAL
special edition of
award recognizes youth
NBC's "NBA Inside
tickets, message board
event was headlined by
SPORTS," to a
who address real needs
Stuff."
recognition during
former Kansas City
movie like SPORTS
in their communities.
games, and much
Chiefs quarterback
ON THE SILVER
Sport in Society is truly
more.
and Hall of Famer Len
SCREEN.
All 29 NBA teams have
nominated one
pleased that the Boston
Celtics will also take an
Additionally, the
Dawson, and
Sport in Society
outreach program from
Celtics will participate
Northeastern
active sponsorship role
works passionately
their local area for
in fund-raising
University President
in Sport in Society's
to improve
national recognition.
activities for the
Richard Freeland.
newest outreach
opportunities for
Growth League. Celtic
Held at Emerson's
women and people
players and staff will
Majestic Theatre, it
of color in the
in Society has other ties to Celtics
also be featured
was attended by local
world of sports.
Sport in Society's
Hall of Fame for his
throughout the year at
sports personalities,
connection to the
significant
special basketball
including boxers Dana
Despite the fact
Boston Celtics goes
contributions to racial
clinics where Growth
Rosenblatt and Will
that women's sports
well beyond joint
equality and excellence
League participants
McClure, Olympians
have recently taken
partnerships on
while serving as a
will have an
Eric Flaim (speed
off in popularity,
community programs.
coach, general
opportunity to improve
skating), Mary Mazzio
and African
manager, and president
(rowing), Holly
Americans now
their basketball skills
Former Celtic Tom
with professional
Metcalf (rowing), Tina
dominate some of
of the Celtics
"Satch" Sanders co-
organization, as well as
athletes.
Noyes (figure skating),
our most popular
founded Sport in
and John Thomas
sports, SPORTS ON
his outstanding
Society with Richard
community leadership.
Sport in Society is
(high jump), former
THE SILVER SCREEN
Lapchick in 1984 and
Red Auerbach set a
extremely grateful for
Boston Celtic JoJo
overwhelmingly
served as associate
the tremendous
precedent for
White, former New
depicts white men.
director until 1987.
support of the Boston
leadership and service,
England Patriot Ron
It is our hope that
Celtics and applauds
Then, in November
a legacy which stands
Burton, and Amy
when HBO produces
their leadership in
of 1995, Sport in
bright and strong
Baltzell, a member of
SPORTS ON THE
Society was honored
today with the efforts
continuing a rich
the 1995 America's
SILVER SCREEN II,
to induct Arnold
of the entire Boston
legacy of community
Cup III Women's
the company will
service, dedicated to
"Red" Auerbach into
Celtics organization.
Sailing Team.
depict a sports
improving the quality
the Sport in Society
world that has
of life for future
Award-winning
journalist Frank
fulfilled its promise
generations.
Deford wrote the
of equality.
screenplay, which
HBO, Cablevision
includes some of the
and Sport in Society
Continued on page 7
all share that vision.
5
he is still "The Greatest" by handling the disease
Sport in Society
with grace and making public appearances 200
and Globe sponsor
days a year to speak out against racism and
Ali's visit
from page 1
hatred.
In addition, NU
President Richard
As Ali and the media piled onto the bus after the
Freeland hosted a private
presentation, the students waved good-bye. The
reception at the
bus left Jamaica Plain and headed to St. Mary's
Raytheon Amphitheater
Junior/Senior High School (Lynn, MA), the second
in the Egan Technology
and final school to host Ali that day.
Center, giving the NU
community a chance to
At St. Mary's, 1 had my first opportunity to meet
meet Ali and Hauser.
Photo by Adam Zand
Ali's 8-year-old son, Assad. Full of charisma and
The Globe donated a
Muhammad Ali and the Anti-Defamation League's Len Zakim share
a laugh at the Northeastern University reception.
wide smiles, Assad is a chip off the old block. As
media bus for the day,
the elder Ali munched on chocolate chip cookies
and lunch for all press
High school students meets Ali from
8
after lunch, a reporter remarked to Assad, "Your
and individuals traveling
page
to both events on the
dad really likes those cookies."
joining the press corps that day. No one spoke,
bus.
but I could feel the anticipation among the sleepy-
Assad responded boisterously, "He loves cookies!
Distinguished guests for
eyed teenagers. Ali didn't make his appearance
He could eat a gillion of "em!" Assad continued to
the day included former
until we were seated on the bus, but just the sight
dazzle the media with his antics and the Ali flair
Olympic boxing
of this icon made up for the waiting. It was an
(giving his father "bunny ears" to tempt
champion Will "Skeeter"
McClure, Globe sports
experience none of us will soon forget.
photographers).
columnist Ron Borges.
As the bus departed from the classy Boston hotel,
The students at St. Mary's were older than those
Globe Director of
at the Hennigan and the student body was
Community Affairs Skip
the names of posh establishments flashed by.
Griffin, Lonnie Ali,
Brooks Brothers, F.A.O. Schwartz, and the Park
predominantly white, in contrast to the mostly
Howard Bingham, Ali's
Plaza Hotel, however, soon gave way to barbed-
African-American student body at the Hennigan.
photojournalist, the
wire fences and nameless buildings in Jamaica
The reaction to Ali, however, was virtually the
Mayor of Lynn and
Plain. In the midst of this was the immaculate and
same. The teenagers were as excited as the
Boston School
Superintendent Thomas
cheerful James Hennigan Elementary School.
elementary school students.
Payzant. The event was
The school pulled out all the stops for the former
After the event at St. Mary's, the entourage then
emceed by WILD-FM's
traveled to Northeastern for a reception hosted by
"Coach" Willie Maye.
champ. Balloons, a disc jockey and a school choir
decked in matching white outfits greeted Ali in the
the president of the university. Once again, the
Sport in Society
school gym.
setting changed drastically, but the crowd's
and The Boston Globe
reaction didn't. Important-looking men in
hold essay contest for
Ali used this opportunity to teach the young
business suits had the facial expressions of the
high school students
audience of fourth- and fifth-graders about racism
elementary school students when Ali stood up to
Sport in Society and The
and tolerance. His wife, Lonnie Ali, and Healing
speak.
Boston Globe co-
co-author Thomas Hauser also addressed the
sponsored an essay
students.
Ali amazed people that day. He has overcome
contest, to honor
racism, hatred, overwhelming odds inside and
Healing. for all
The students presented Ali and his wife with some
outside the boxing ring, and Parkinson's
Massachusetts high
poems and drawings that featured messages of
school students. The
syndrome to become one of the most beloved men
contest was announced
racial tolerance and praise for Ali. One student's
the world has ever known. Meeting him, hearing
on Boston Healing Day.
poem drew some attention. The last line read,
him speak, and seeing his dedication to the
The objective of this
"The greatest fighter isn't Ali, it's me!" Ali, never
principles he believes in was an overwhelming
contest was to inspire
one to be upstaged, even by a fifth-grader, invited
high school students to
experience. He was an athlete that became famous
think how issues of
the student to spar with him, dazzling the crowd.
because of his fists, and now he is a hero who is
diversity have affected
Parkinson's syndrome does hinder Ali's speech and
famous because of his heart. And, he is,
their own lives. The
causes his hands to shake. But Ali has proven that
undoubtedly, the greatest.
winners were annoy
in late March and the
winning essay will be
published in The Globe.
6
Opportunities to get involved with Sport in Society in 1997
Sport in Society is seeking your involvement!
issues such as racism, sexism, anti-semitism
prevention, cultural diversity, and academic
Comprtunities for support, sponsorship and
and men's violence against women, and
success. Program participants called corps
eering are available. We hope to find
what organizations such as Sport in Society
members spend their days working with
sors to:
are doing to help eradicate such
elementary, middle and high school
discrimination and violence.
students. All corps members are required to
Underwrite the expense of our
have varsity collegiate experience, giving
newsletter, "Sport in Society News."
Become a corporate sponsor for
them a unique appeal that helps make them
This publication, published four times per
our 1997 Annual Awards Banquet and
effective mentors for young people.
year, provides an opportunity to share
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. By
important news about our organization,
doing so, a corporation can become
Become a volunteer with the Jojo
programs and upcoming special events with
involved with a high profile event that
White Growth League. Join a corps of
the public. Each issue contains highlights
draws nearly 1,000 people from the world
dedicated volunteers from local
from programs and training workshops,
of business, sport and education, and
communities to work with middle school
informative articles about various societal
attracts tremendous media exposure and
students on their basketball and life skills
issues, staff highlights, interviews from
visibility. Involvement opportunities
every Saturday morning during the school
people from the world of sport, and much,
include: title and presenting sponsorships,
year.
much more. As a named or title sponsor of
table sponsorships, auction sponsors and
the newsletter, you would reap significant
reception sponsors, just to name a few.
For more information about how you or
exposure for your contribution for this
your company can become involved in any
much needed publication.
Join the AT&T Corporation and
of the above-mentioned opportunities, or
become a matching corporate
to learn more about other ways you can
Underwrite the expense for a part-
sponsor for Sport in Society's Athletes
aid in bringing about positive social change
time staff member. This is a great way for
in Service to America, a national
in our society through sport, contact
a corporation to educate one of its
AmeriCorps program. Working with
Sport in Society at (617)373-4025.
employees/interns about serious social
thousands of young people, Athletes in
Service to America focuses on violence
rt in Society and HBO host film premiere
from page 5
most memorable
society and that
social change.
moments from sports-
athletics present
SPORTS ON THE
oriented films from the
numerous universal
SILVER SCREEN
past century.
challenges. As a result,
debuted March 16,
movie fans are able to
Boston Cablevision's
1997, 8:00 PM/ET on
relate to the obstacles
HBO and is a film that
Hank Ferris gave
introductory remarks,
that athletes, real or
merits attention and
followed by Freeland
fictional, attempt to
recognition. Sport in
overcome.
and Richard Lapchick.
Society is extremely
SPORTS ON THE
grateful to HBO for its
SPORTS ON THE
SILVER SCREEN was
commitment to using
Photo by Don West
SILVER SCREEN
television and/or
Boxer Dana Rosenblatt and Olympic gold medalist Holly Metcalf
well received by the
illustrates how athletics
movies as a vehicle to
both attended the premiere of HBO's SPORTS ON THE SILVER
nearly 300 guests in
SCREEN.
is an ideal vehicle for
effect positive social
attendance, not only
the world of cinema to
for its entertainment
change through sport,
display the expansive
and for their support of
value, but for its
depth of the human
Sport in Society's
enlightening qualities
experience. Clips were
mission to use role
as well.
shown from a vast
model athletes to bring
array of movies such as
Sport in Society has
about such change.
"Raging Bull," "Bull
recognized the
NU Law School coop
Durham," and
universality of athletics
student Lennox Chase
numerous other film
and has used the appeal
assisted in the preparation
ics. The film
and lessons of sport
of this article.
es the idea that
and role-model athletes
Special is a microcosm of
to bring about positive
7
Northeastern University
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY TM
SPORT In SOCIETY
Permit No. 430
Boston, MA
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
PAID
360 Huntington Avenue, Suite 161CP
U.S. Postage
Northeastern University
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Non-Profit Org.
Sport in Society News
In this issue
Muhammad Ali proves he still has a legitimate
Muhammad Ali dazzles youth and
claim to "hero status" as people flock to see him
adults in Boston
AT&T makes charitable donation
By David Brown
to Athletes in Service to America
(A dozen students from area high schools were invited to attend the Muhammad Ali-
Donor Profile: Boston Celtics do
Thomas Hauser event and write stories for their school newspapers. Excerpts from
their work off the court, too
4-5
David Brown's story are shown here. Brown is editor-in-chief of the Woonsocket
High School [RI] Villa Novan).
Although most people don't often accept self-praise as truth, there is one
man whose boasts are both accepted and echoed. "I am the greatest,"
SAVE THE DATE
Muhammad Ali said after he defeated Sonny Liston in 1964 for his first
world heavyweight title. Since then, few have refuted his claim. In fact, his
Sport in Society's annual
success as a boxer is only part of his legacy, as now he is arguably the
fundraising banquet
greatest American hero.
Sport in Society's Annual Awards
Ali solidified his claim and hero status when he visited two Boston area
Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction
schools on February 4 to promote his new book, Healing: A Journal of
Ceremony will be held on Tuesday,
Tolerance and Understanding, and spread his message of tolerance. I was
October, 28, 1997, at the Boston
able to witness this event first-hand and join Ali and his entourage on a
Park Plaza Hotel.
charter bus for the day.
The day began with an early morning reception at the Ritz-Carlton H
Boston. I sat with the other half-awake high school journalists who were
Continued on page 6
Lou and Peter Harris complete
R 1997
first-year evaluation of
VOLUME 2, NUMBER
News
Athletes in Service to America
Lou and Peter Harris, America's best-known
public opinion analysts, evaluated Sport in
Society's Athletes in Service to America program
after its first year of service (1995-1996). Athletes
in Service to America utilizes current and former
collegiate student-athletes to work with
elementary, middle and high school students, as
well as youth at community centers, on violence
prevention and academic success. Called corps
members, these student-athletes are based at
Northeastern University, Canisius College, and the
Universities of Kentucky and Nevada.
Lou and Peter Harris' program evaluation, which
Sport in Society co-founders (left to right) Richard
was officially released in January of 1997,
Lapchick and Tom "Satch" Sanders, honor Northeastern
illustrates the amazing success of Athletes in
University President Emeritus John Curry at the awards
Service to America. The survey indicates that
banquet.
schools served by Athletes in Service to America
had significantly less violence than similar schools
Sport in Society annual
not served by the program, despite the fact that
their students came from more violent
banquet nets $200,000
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY'S CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
neighborhoods than where students at non-
Funds to be used for community programs
program schools lived. This powerful finding
suggests that something very positive was working
Close to 900 guests attended the 12th Sport in
to reduce violence at schools in the program.
Society Annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame
Induction Ceremony on November 19th at the
The following statistics are taken from the
Boston Park Plaza Hotel. The event honored the
evaluation and include students at all four Athletes
annual Hall of Fame inductee, recipients of the
in Service to America sites.
Giant Steps Awards, and included a special tribute
79% of students feel the corps members
to former Northeastern President John Curry. The
definitely or probably helped them avoid fighting
dinner, which netted $200,000 for Sport in
and violence.
Society, was hosted by ABC and ESPN sports
broadcaster Dick Schaap.
62% feel they were "taught practical skills you
can really use in difficult situations."
Wilma Rudolph was honored posthumously as
the 1996 Hall of Fame inductee. She was a 1960
More than one-third (34%) say the program
Olympic track and field gold medalist. Giant Steps
decreased the amount of violence in their school
awards were presented to
or summer program.
student-athletes Jennifer
Rizzotti and Michael
See pages 4-5
81% of students say they definitely or probably
Watson, civic leaders
for more
have more respect for kids of different races.
Paul Tagliabue and Gene
banquet photos
Upshaw, and coach
39% of students say they are more likely, as a
result of the work of corps members, to take
David Clark. Quadrennial Torchbearer Awards, in
action to try and stop boys from being violent to
honor of the 1996 Olympics, were presented to
girls.
Loretta Claiborne, Anita DeFrantz and Billy
Payne. Sport in Society co-founders Richard
68% say the corps members helped them
Lapchick and Tom "Satch" Sanders presented the
understand the effect of violence on television
tribute to Curry.
and in the movies.
Northeastern University Chairman of the Board of
61% of students say their grades definitely or
Trustees George Matthews and Trustee Patricia
probably improved as a result of the work
Taylor both presented awards, and President
performed by corps members.
Richard Freeland welcomed the guests on behalf
of Northeastern.
Over 70% of students feel the corps members are
good role models.
continued on page 5
Message from the Director
Sport Breaks
Richard Lapchick
Projects Jackson Katz,
A couple of months ago, back in October, a week of
speaks to 10,000 youth
and NCAS Western
sports drama had me questioning the value of sports
at Team Harmony III
Regional Office
Sport in Society
Director Keith Lee
participation. I ended the week, however, with
Director Richard
feelings of elation and joy that come from those
Lapchick addressed
Sport in Society
ultimate moments in sport.
over 10,000 middle
featured on Ch. 5's
"Chronicle"
and high school
While most people were glued to their television,
students at the Anti-
Spearheaded through
watching the twists and turns of the Yankees and the
the efforts of
Defamation League/
Braves in the World Series, I was more preoccupied
"World of Difference"
Marketing Director
with whether or not my wife and I were inflicting
Team Harmony III
June Ferestien, Channel
5's "Chronicle"
event on November
irreparable damage on our seven-year-old by
examined the role of
12th at the Fleet
insisting that she complete the season on her Milton
Center. Lapchick spoke
sports in society in its
(MA) Youth Soccer team
December 19th show.
of his fight against
The Center for the
racism in the anti-
It was a bitter cold Saturday morning during one of
apartheid movement
Study of Sport in
Emily's games, when I said the unspeakable to my
and how his
Society was featured as
wife, Ann. Emily had painfully played her usual two
experiences affected his
the leading proactive
minutes in the first half. The team's incredibly
role as a civil rights
organization using
athletes as role models
patient coaches had asked her every few minutes if
activist for the next
three decades. Sport in
to provide leadership
she was ready to go in, until she finally said yes with
Society was also a co-
and mentoring, to
welled-up eyes. I told Ann that I thought we should
sponsor of this event.
teach diversity and
consider letting this be her last Saturday of soccer.
conflict resolution
Ann didn't want Emily to think she could just quit.
Univ. of Nebraska
skills, and to reduce
football players
violence among young
We both know that girls gain life-long benefits from
participate in diversity
people.
playing sports. Girls who play are significantly less
and gender violence
The outreach effor
likely to use drugs or get pregnant; they have higher
training
Sport in Society's
Project TEAMWORK,
self-esteem and less depression. They graduate from
Athletes in Service to
Teamwork Leadership
high school and college at much higher rates than
Institute provided
America, and the
girls and women who don't play sports.
Mentors in Violence
diversity and gender
violence training to 180
Prevention (MVP)
But it was clear that Emily really did not want to
football players at the
Program were featured
play. It was not easy to get her out of the house six
University of Nebraska,
in the piece.
weeks earlier for the season opener. She had not
as well as senior
MVP and Project
played soccer before and the fact that there were
athletics staff, and the
TEAMWORK hire
boys on the team might have intimidated her. She
Unity Council, which
former corps members
walked on the field holding the hand of her best
consists of captains of
Two former Atbletes in
Nebraska sports.
Service to America
friend, Patty, and they continued to hold hands until
the coach mercifully called for them to spread out. It
Trainers included Sport
corps members were
was humorous, but there was pain behind it.
in Society Director
hired as MVP training
Richard Lapchick,
specialists. David Kay,
She and Patty did run around some, but there was
Athletes in Service to
a graduate of Clark
little relation between their running and the location
America Director Bob
University, will focus
of their teammates and the ball. Emily eventually did
McCabe, MVP
primarily on MVP high
school outreach in
Director Don
kick the ball, but it was the same for the next four
Massachusetts. Tasha
McPherson, MVP
weeks.
Associate Director
Downing-Martin, a
Saturday mornings always started off with, "I don't
Byron Hurt, Director
University of Florida
of Special MVP
graduate, will take Over
want to go!" The coaches saw that her discomfort
continued on
continued on page 7
1996 Racial Report Card released in the fall
Jo Jo White Growth League
Sport in Society published its
grade of the three leagues and the
based at Sport in Society
eighth annual Racial Report Card
same grade it received in 1995.
rding the racial composition of
Major League Baseball maintained
Former Celtic directs community-based efforts
fers, coaches and front office
an overall "B," and the NFL
The Boston chapter of the
employees in the National
received a "B" for the fourth
Jo Jo White Growth
Basketball Association (NBA),
consecutive year.
League, founded in 1993
National Football League (NFL),
and Major League Baseball.
Players associations
by former Boston Celtic
earn high grades
great Jo Jo White, is a new
The Racial Report Card also tracks
On the issue of providing
program under Sport in
information on female
significant professional
representation in off-field
Society's umbrella of
opportunities for people of color,
positions, as well as data on the
the National Basketball Players
outreach efforts. Jo Jo
respective players associations.
Association and National Football
White, manager of Sport
The purpose of the Racial Report
League Players Association ranked
in Society's NBA/NBPA
Jo Jo White
Card is to indicate areas of
far ahead of the leagues and
Continuing Education
improvement, stagnation and
teams. Both received "A's," while
Program, oversees the program. while day-to-day
regression in the racial and gender
the Major League Baseball Players
management is directed by Lisa Donnelly.
composition of professional sports
Association, which had a C- in
personnel, and to contribute to
1995, did not submit a report in
The Growth League fosters the belief that inner-city
expanded diversity in front office
1996.
youth, given the tools and skills, will become
positions.
Women narrow the gender gap
successful and valuable members of society. The
Opportunities decrease
Women continued to make inroads
program's mission is to provide boys and girls with
for people of color
in the league offices with all-time
appropriate learning experiences that support the
In general, pro sports is below its
bests in the NBA, Major League
values and skills they gain through the program.
previous peak levels in every
Baseball and the NFL. They also
gory, including player
achieved new highs as vice-
Two Boston public schools, the Shaw Middle School
ortunities, the commissioner's
presidents in the NBA and NFL,
and the Edgar Washington Middle School, kicked-off
and league offices, head coaching,
while holding steady with Major
the Boston chapter in January of 1997. Participating
and top management. The 1996
League Baseball teams in that
results show slight increases,
schools have teams of 15 young people (an equal
category. The number of women
however, in the numbers of people
in NBA and NFL professional
number of girls and boys). Every Saturday, they
of color in professional team
administrative positions increased
engage in problem-solving techniques for one hour,
administrative and coaching
dramatically.
followed by one hour of basketball. Everyone on the
positions. Only the categories of
teams plays an equal amount of time, and girls and
administration and assistant
Still room for improvement
coaching are at new highs.
Despite committed leadership in
boys play together. The scoring system emphasizes
the league offices of the NBA and
how well the children work together, not winning
As in all previous years, no league,
the NFL, and on Baseball's
games.
including the NBA, received an
Executive Committee, white males
"A" in the all-important category
have sustained their control of
Goals of the program include keeping children in
of front office hiring practices. The
management on most teams.
school and out of the criminal justice system,
NBA had "Bs" in the areas of top
Sport, America's most integrated
reducing teen-age pregnancy, helping children follow
management and administrative
workplace for players, has a long
positive life opportunities and becoming responsible
posts, while the NFL had a "C"
way to go before it becomes much
citizens of society.
and a "B," respectively. Baseball
better than society in who it hires
had a "C-" in top management.
in decision-making positions.
The NBA once again had the
Copies of the 1996 Racial Report
highest grade in virtually every
Card card are $5 and can be
"ior category. When all
ordered from Sport in Society.
Agories were combined, the
Please call (617)373-4025 for
NBA received an "A-," the highest
more information.
3
1996 Sport in Society Annual Awards Banquet
Photos by Don West
Giant Steps Award winner David Clark (third from left) is shown with (left to
right) Katherine Pendergast, Vice-President of Human Resource Management
at Northeastern University, and his parents, Mrs. and Mr. Clark.
Giant Steps Award winner Anita DeFrantz speaks after
receiving her award.
1990
Boston Globe Sports Editor Don Skwar (left), who
recently added Assistant Managing Editor to his title, and
Coréttal Claiborne
Globe Sports Columnist Dan Shaugnessy were caught by
surprise.
Torchbearer Award winner Loretta Claiborne (right) and her assistant, Joanne Simon,
chat before the banquet.
Shown from left to right are Walt Disney World Sports
Vice-President Reggie Williams, WILD's "Coach" Willie May,
Master of Ceremonies Dick Schaap, and Giant Steps Award
recipient Michael Watson.
Shown from left to right are Attorney-General Scott Harshbarger, Boston Athletic
Association (BAA) Sponsor Liaison Betsy Harshbarger, New England Patriots owner Bob
Kraft, Ron Burton, Sr., Executive Consultant, Community Relations with John Hancock
Financial Services, and BAA Director Guy Morse.
4
and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Bob Culver, Senior Vice-President and Treasurer of
Northeastern University. relaxes with Ron Burton, Sr.,
Executive Consultant, Community Relations, John Hancock
Financial Services.
Annual Awards Banquet a great success
Shown from left to right are Northeastern University President Richard Freeland, Tufts
from page I
University President John DiBiaggio and Bernard Solomon, a member of the
Northeastern University Board of Trustees.
Media that covered the event included USA
Today, the Boston Globe, WLVI-TV, WFXT-TV,
and New England Cable News
Silent auction triples revenues from last year
The silent auction was a tremendous success,
raising close to $19,000. Some of the high-bidding
items included signed Muhammad Ali boxing
gloves, a Sugar Bowl package donated by the Big
East with airfare from American Airlines, a 14-
person VIP suite to a Celtics games, donated by
the Boston Celtics, and tickets and airfare to the
U.S. Open championships next summer, donated
by Bud Collins and American Airlines.
Local Boston restaurants, including Brew Moon,
Davio's, the Hard Rock Cafe, and Olive's also
made contributions to the silent auction.
Giant Steps Award winner Jennifer Rizzotti, a member of the 1995
national champion women's basketball team and current player in the
Sport in Society staff offered creative packages.
American Basketball League, speaks with Sport in Society Director
June Ferestien, director of marketing and
Richard Lapchick.
development and a former professional tennis
player, donated five tennis lessons at the
Longfellow Racquet Club, which will provide
court time and balls. Mike Davis and Jo Jo White,
former NBA players who work on Sport in
Society's NBA/NBPA Continuing Education
Program, donated their time to play a two-on-two
game.
Eugene Reppucci, former Northeastern University
Director of Development, donated his fundraising
consulting services to a non-profit group for a
half-day.
ESPN broadcaster and former Excellence in Sports Journalism Award winner Bob Ley
(left), Giant Steps Award winner Gene Upshaw (center) and former New England Patriot
Andre Tippet gather for a moment.
5
THANK YOU!!
Northeastern University
Donor Profile
Office of the President
Sport in Society would
NYNEX
George Behrakis committed to the community
like to:give a big thanks
The Reebok Foundation
Strong supporter of Sport in Society who cares about social issu
to the following
corporate sponsors for
The Rendon Group
George Behrakis is a recognized leader in both the
the 1996 Sport in Society
The Sporting News
community and the pharmaceutical field. The
Annual Awards Banquet
USA Group/Noel Levitz
president and chief executive officer of Muro
and Hall of Fame
Grand Patron Level
Induction Ceremony.
Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Tewksbury-based
Anonymous
With the support of the
BankBoston
manufacturer of ophthalmic products, Behrakis is
following companies, we
Barnes & Noble
extremely community-oriented.
exceeded our 1996 fund
Beckwith Elevator
raising goals for the
Boston Athletic
He has supported Northeastern University and
event:
Association
Sport in Society for several years, most recently
George Behrakis
Boston College
Hall of Fame Level
donating $10,000 through the 1996 Sport in
Camp Dresser & McKee
American Airlines
Society Annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony last
Concerned Black Men of
Bob Woolf Associates
November. Those funds will be used strengthen Sport in Society programs
Massachusetts
Delphi Management
Consolidated Service
and outreach efforts.
Company, Inc
Corporation
ESPN, Inc.
In addition to his work at Muro, Behrakis is a member of the Northeastern
Coopers & Lybrand
The Gillette Company
Costello Contracting
University Board of Trustees, where he serves on four committees -
Major League Baseball
Daka Restaurants
development, athletics, student affairs and commencement, and academic
Muro Pharmaceutical
EASTPAK
National Basketball
affairs. Behrakis is a 1957 graduate of Northeastern.
Filene's Basement
Association
Golf Technologies
He has been recognized on many occasions for his community efforts, a
National Football League
Houghton Chemical
has been named "Man of the Year" by two organizations. In 1996. the
National Football League
Corporation
Players Association
Alpha Omega Council honored him with its "Man of the Year Award," and
NIKE, Inc
Jackson Construction
he received similar honors from Northern Middlesex County in 1987.
Mintz, Levin Cohn,
Sports Radio WEEI 850
Ferris, Glovsky &
Walt Disney World
In 1989, the New England chapter of the National Conference of Christians
Popeo, P.C.
Sports
and Jews awarded Behrakis the Orthodox Award. That same year,
Boston Park Plaza Hotel
Northeastern University
Merrimack College presented Behrakis, as an outstanding citizen in the
& Towers
College of Business
Administration
Merrimack Valley region, with the Augustinian Award
Benefactor Level
Northeastern University
The Anheusen Busch
"There are few who can match George's enthusiasm for athletics,
Department of,
Companies
Athletics
commitment to the important role of sport in the education process, and his
Benetton Sportsystem
Ortho USA, Inc
caring for the well-being of others," said Sport in Society Marketing Director
HBO Sports
Pressley Associates
June Ferestien, who has had the opportunity to work with Behrakis on
Liz Claiborne, Inc.
Pride Technologies, Inc.
several occasions. "He is a tremendous leader and role model.
Mass AV
Raytheon Company
National Hockey League
State Street Bank & Trust
Behrakis has also been honored for his work in the pharmaceutical field,
New England Patriots
Company
demonstrating his commitment to all facets of life.
Northeastern University
Stride Rite Foundation
College of Arts &
The University of
Sciences
Connecticut
Northeastern University
Warren Conference
Office of Development
Center, Northeastern
University
6
This "soccer mom" knows her stuff from page 2
Participation in
was actually increasing and asked her if she was
two, and Emily did not protest going to soccer.
sports benefits
"mady to play" less often. She never approached,
Ann and Emily kicked the ball around in our yard
young girls
bne kicked, the ball and the distance between
before we headed to the game, with Emily giving
Girls who participate in
Emily and the action grew greater each week. She
sports reap more
it a hard kick. "Why don't you kick it like this for
benefits than girls who
often looked for us on the sidelines, as her
the team?" Ann asked. Emily responded with a
don't participate in
teammates ran after the ball.
smile, "Because they might play me more!"
sports.
Girls who participate
I reluctantly went along
The coach put Emily in
in sports are 92% less
with Ann's wisdom at
She walked onto the field holding the
two minutes into the
likely than their peers to
half-time on that cold
hand of her best friend, Patty, and they
game, and she never
get involved in drugs.
Saturday morning. We
continued to hold hands until the
came out during the first
Girls who participate
continued to present a
in sports are 80% less
half. We could not
likely than their peers to
united front to Emily
coach mercifully called for them to
believe our eyes. She ran
have an unwanted
and urged her to play,
spread out. It was humerous, but there
up and down the field
pregnancy.
but we both doubted
was pain behind it.
after the ball. She kicked
Girls who participate
that she was growing
it several times, never
in sports are three
from the experience.
times more likely than
looking across the field
their peers to graduate
Two nights after that game, I attended the
at us. She was part of a real team and we could
from high school:
Women's Sports Foundation's annual banquet. It
tell that she felt great.
Half of all girls who
participate in some kind
was the night of Game 2 of the World Series.
We drove home with a sense of jubilation. Soccer
of sport exhibit higher
More than 100 elite Olympic, professional and
had provided Emily with the fun and camaraderie
than average levels of
amateur female athletes attended. Of all of them, I
self-esteem and less
that sport is supposed to give youth. The girl who
depression
happened to sit next to Kristine Lilly, No. 13 on
hated soccer a week ago came to me while I was
the United States gold medal soccer team and U.S.
If a girl does not
writing this and opened a doll catalog that she
participate in sports by
t's Female Athlete of the Year in 1994. She
had been studying for days. "Daddy, I finally
the time she is ten,
autographs for Emily and Patty. It seemed
decided which one I want," she said and pointed
there is only a 10%
like a good omen.
chance she will
to a doll dressed in soccer gear.
participate when she is
By the next Saturday morning, there was
251
Thank you Ann for insisting. I don't understand
something different in the air. It was sunny and 70
the politics of the "soccer mom" phenomenon,
These figures were
compiled by the Women's
degrees in Boston. The Yankees led three games to
but this soccer mom is one smart woman.
Sports Foundation.
Sport Breaks: News bits from Sport in Society from page 2
the MVP Female
sessions on diversity
Consortium to cover
the Concord Country
McPherson, and
Student-Athlete Project,
and conflict resolution
completion costs of the
Club on Monday,
Budget Administrator
working with college
with middle and high
documentary. I AM A
August 26th. Proceeds
Kelly Flynn. Richard
and high school-aged
school-aged students
MAN was one of six
from the celebrity
Lapchick delivered the
women.
in Massachusetts.
films across the country
charity event benefited
keynote address at the
Sherry McClintock and
MVP Associate
to be granted this
the Boys and Girls
dinner following the
honor. The film deals
Clubs of Brockton
Wilfredo Ramos, also
Director Byron Hurt
event.
with the social
(MA). Staff members
former Athletes in
granted funds for
construction of black
who donated their
Lapchick invited to
Service to America
documentary film
efforts to help make
serve for organizations
corps members, were
MVP Associate
masculinity in America.
the event a success
Richard Lapchick was
hired as Project
Director Byron Hurt,
Sport in Society co-
developer and
were NBA Program
named to the board of
TEAMWORK trainers.
sponsors Lee Elder
McClintock, a
producer of the
Manager Jo Jo White,
the African-American
Challenge Golf
documentary film, I
Marketing and
Sports Hall of Fame,
Northeastern
Tournament
Development Director
and was invited to
liversity graduate,
AM A MAN, was
Sport in Society co-
June Ferestien,
serve on the National
lamos, who is
recently awarded a
sponsored the fourth
ently completing
$50,000 grant from the
Marketing Assistant
Committee on Society,
annual Lee Elder
National Black
Suzi Katz, MVP
Culture and
his undergraduate
Challenge Golf
Programming
Program Director Don
Community.
degree, will lead
Tournament, held at
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
1131305 SPORT
Permit No. 430
Boston, MA
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
PAID
360 Huntington Avenue, Suite 161CP
U.S. Postage
Northeastern University
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Non-Profit Org.
Sport in Society News
TM
In this issue
Sport in Society Calendar
Lou Harris evaluates Athletes in
Service to America
April 6, 1997
National Student-Athlete Day (NSAD), sponsored by Sport in Society,
Sport in Society annual banquet
the National Consortium for Academics and Sports, and the NCAA,
a big success
honors high school and college student-athletes across the country
Annual banquet photos
4-5
for their ability to balance academics and athletics. For more
information on how to plan an NSAD event, contact Pamela Gutlon,
Sport in Society released 1996
NSAD national coordinator, at (617)373-4025.
Racial Report Card last fall
3
May 3, 1997
Donor Profile: George Behrakis
6
The Jo Jo White Growth League is hosting its third annual Charity
Challenge, which raises funds for the Boston chapter of the Growth
League. Corporate and individual teams can participate in a variety of
sports and games. For more information on the event and forming a
team, contact Lisa Donnelly, program manager, at (617)373-4025.
May 1997
Project TEAMWORK's sixth annual Human Rights Squad Forum will
be held at Northeastern University's Blackman Auditorium in early
May. Approximately 500 middle and high school students are expected
to attend this event, which includes student speakers and
entertainment, and thought-provoking break-out sessions. For more
information, contact Sarah Noone, communications coordinator, at
(617)373-4025.
Early May 1997
Keep an eye out for Sport in Society's spring newsletter!
SPORT IN SOCIETY
ITER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
TM
NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
stem University
360 Hundington Avenue, 161 P
Presidents and Chancellors
Beston, Massachusetts 02115
Rev. Vincent ML Cooke, SJ. Contsius College
(617) 373-4025
Joseph Gow or, University of Novada, Ramp
(617) 373-4566 Fox
Richard free and, Northeastern University
John Hitt, inversity of Central Florida
Michael Has or, University of North Carolina Chapel HILL
December 16, 1997
Rod Kaldne Monsticld University
Peter J. Lien was, Temple University
Rev. John La Echieve, S.J., University of San Francisco
Clare Loven, Monhern Arizona University
Ms. Sylvia Mathews
Martin Mass:mgale, System of Higher Ed., Mebrasko
James M.G. mick, System of Higher Ed, Pennsylvania
Assistant to the President & Deputy Chief of Staff
Father John Minague, CM,, DePaul University
Gregory M. IL Brien, University of New Orlans
White House
Lodel Paynt Rondolph-Macon College
Charles Rear System of Higher Education Florida
Washington D.C. 20503
John B. Slau jhoer, Occidental College
Graham Spa its, Pennsylvania Stute University
Gerald Turni Southern Methodist University
James J. Wh lien, Ithaca College
Dear Sylvia:
Public OH tais
Richard Arrb gion, Mayor of Birmingham
The following letter addressed to Ms. Judy Winston is with regards to our
John Conyeri, Jr., United States Congrassmon
Edward Kon city, United States Senator
proposed Presidential Town Meeting on Race and Sport to be held at
John Kerry, Inited States Senator
Maxine Wat WS, United States Congrasswomon
Northeastern University in February or March of the upcoming year.
School Sup erlattendems
Victor Rodrig was, Son Antonio
Larry L Zan 10, Duval County, Florida
We would appreciate any assistance that you can lend to this matter.
Cooches
Jim Calhous University of Connecticut
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Bobby Crem ins, Georgia Institute of Technology
James A. H iney, Executive Director, National Association of
Basketb ill Conches
Barty Jayne , Director, Women's Basketball Conthes Association
Very truly yours,
Bob Knight, indiana University
Mike Krzyze pski, Duke University
Joe Paterno Pannsylvania State University
Dear E. Smi-h, University of Morth Carolina
( Vivian Sn приз, Rudgers University
John Thomp 200, Georgetown University
Jose Massó
Distinguisi of Advisors
Senior Associate Director & Chief Operating Officer
Vivinn Acost Professor, Brooklyn College
Alpha Alexa ider, National Board TWCA
Debarah An furton
Robert Ather L President, American Council on Education
Merrity D. I that
Scott Black, President, Delphi Management, Inc.
Bill Bredbey, United States Senator
Lou Carnese III, St. John's University
Daris R. Car lett, Professor, Moward University
John A. Cur V. President Emaritus, Northeastern University
Anite Defre ITV, VP International Olympic Commisse
Vince Dook A.D., University of Georgia
Michael Dul akis
Harry Edwo * University of Californin-Barkelay
Ambassada Knymand Rym
Christine G IM, Women's A.D. University of lowa
Benjumin H taks
John E lan b, Executive Vite-Presidem, Anheuser Busch Companies
Mancy Liebe man Cline, Moncy Liebermon Enterprises
Danna Lop and, Executive Director,
Women $ Sports Foundation
Jawell Jack: on McCabe, Founder and Chatr, National
Conditio of 100 Block Women
Frank Mda ighlin, AD, Fordham University
Tem Mr Mil an, Cheir, Presidents Council on Physical Fitness
Digger Phel n, IV Sports Analyst
Gena Palici ski, The Freedom Forum
George H. I sveling TV Sports Analysi
Wills Read, Vice President, New Jursey Nets
Rachel Robi non, Founder, Jackie Robinson Foundation
Pord Rubin, President, Ontho USA, Inc.
Robert R S illons
Roger Wilki 15, Institute for Policy Studies
Players A sedetion Directors
Doug Alben. HFLPA
David Megg yesy, MFLPA
Eugene Ups 10w, NFLPA
Richard E. Lapchick, Director
José Massó, Senior Associate Director
SPORT
In
SOCIETY
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
TM
NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
astern University
untington Avenue, 161 CP
cusion, Massachusetts 02115
Presidents and Chancellors
(617) 373-4025
Rev. Vincent M. Cooke, SJ., Canisius College
(617) 373-4566 Fax
Joseph Crowley, University of Nevada, Reno
Richard Freeland, Northeastern University
John Hin, University of Central Florido
Michael Hooker, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
January 7, 1998
Rod Keichner, Mansfield University
Peter J. Liocouras, Temple University
Rev. John LoSchiavo, S.J., University of San Francisco
Clara Loven, Northern Arizona University
Ms. Judy Winston
Martin Massengale, System of Higher Ed., Nebrasko
James McCormick, System of Higher Ed., Pennsylvania
Executive Director
Father John Minogue, CM., DePaul University
Gregory M. St. L. O'Brien, University of New Orleans
The President's Initiative on Race
Ladell Payne, Randolph-Macon College
Charles Reed, System of Higher Education, Florida
New Executive Office Building
John B. Slaughter, Occidental College
Graham Spanier, Pennsylvania State University
Washington D.C. 20503
Gerald Turner, Southern Methodist University
James J. Whalen, Ithaca College
Public Officials
Dear Ms. Winston:
Richard Arrington, Mayor of Birmingham
John Conyers, Jr., United States Congressman
Edward Kennedy, United States Senator
Since 1984, Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in
John Kerry, United States Senator
Maxine Waters, United States Congresswoman
Society has increased awareness of sport and its relation to society, and
School Superintendents
developed programs that identify problems, offer solutions and promote
Victor Rodriguez, San Antonio
Larry L Zenke, Duval County, Florido
the benefits of sports.
Coaches
Jim Calhoun, University of Connecticut
We believe that one of the recognized benefits of sports comes in the way
Bobby Cremins, Georgia Institute of Technology
James A. Haney, Executive Director, National Association of
of better race relations.
Basketball Coaches
Betty Jaynes, Director, Women's Basketball Coaches Association
Bob Knight, Indiana University
Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University
this end, we would like to develop and host a Presidential Town
Joe Paterno, Pennsylvania State University
(. Vivion Stringer, Rutgers University
eeting, to be held at Northeastern University's Matthews Arena. The
John Thompson, Georgetown University
purpose of the town meeting will be twofold. The first will be to discuss
Distinguished Advisors
Vivian Acosta, Professor, Brooklyn College
areas of improvement, stagnation and regression in the racial and gender
Alpha Alexander, National Board YWCA
Deborah Anderson
composition of professional, collegiate, high school and youth sports
Robert Atwell, President, American Council on Education
Merrily D. Baker
personnel and participants. Second, and most importantly, to focus on
Scott Black, President, Delphi Management, Inc.
Bill Bradley, United States Senator
ways to bring the reality of race and sport closer to its ideals so that sport
Lou Carnesecca, St. John's University
Doris R. Corbett, Professor, Howard University
can be a 21st Century model for positive race relations in America.
John A. Curry, President Emeritus, Northeastern University
Anito Defrantz, V.P., International Olympic Committee
Vince Dooley, A.D., University of Georgia
Michael Dukakis
It is especially fitting to hold a Presidential Town Meeting on the issue of
Harry Edwards, University of California-Berkeley
Ambassador Raymond Flynn
race and sport as we conclude the celebration of the 50th anniversary of
Christine Grant, Women's A.D., University of lowa
Benjamin Hooks
Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier, and begin
John E. Jacob
Noncy Lieberman Cline, Nancy Lieberman Enterprises
the commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the death of Roberto
Donno Lopiono, Executive Director,
Women's Sports Foundation
Clemente, the first Latino inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, on
Jewell Jackson McCabe, Founder and Chair, National
Coolition of 100 Black Women
December 31, 1997.
frank McLaughlin, A.D., Fordham University
Tom Mc Millen, Chair, Presidents Council on Physical Fitness
Digger Phelps, TV Sports Analyst
Gene Policinski, The Freedom Forum
Although many Americans recognize that sports offer one of the best
George H. Raveling, TV Sports Analyst
Wills Reed, Vice President, New Jersey Nets
avenues for young people to get to know each other, there were no
Rachel Robinson, Founder, Jackie Robinson Foundation
Patti Rubin, President, Ortho USA, Inc.
significant breakthroughs in the hiring of people of color in professional or
Dean E. Smith
Robert R. Spillane
college sport in this historic year and there is clearly room for progress.
Roger Wilkins, Institute for Policy Studies
Players Association Directors
The most dramatic move was made by the National Basketball
Doug Allen, NFLPA
David Meggyesy, NFLPA
sociation when Commissioner David Stern announced at the NBA
Eugene Upshow, NFLPA
Richard E. Lapchick, Director
José Massó, Senior Associate Director
League meetings in September that the NBA would provide workshops
on diversity for all league employees and all 29 teams in 1998. These
workshops will be administered by Sport in Society. The NBA, which has
historically had the best record on racial issues, became the first
professional sports organization to undertake this initiative.
As responsible leaders within professional sports begin to meet the
challenge set forth by President Clinton of identifying ways to keep us
One America, we wish to assist in developing a working relationship
between sports on all levels, academia and government. Hence we make
our proposal for a Presidential Town Hall.
Whatever the shortcomings of sport may be when it comes to ideal vs.
reality on the issues of race, sport remains the one national plane where
people of all colors seem to have the greatest opportunity to set a national
example for the rest of society.
We would like to hold the Town Meeting on one of the following: the
eeks of February 3-6, February 11-12, February 16-19, March 17-19,
arch 24-25, April 6-7 or April 27-28. We anticipate an audience of 1,500-
2,000 with a group of 70 to 100 participants on stage. Such a group would
include officials and athletes from professional, Olympic, collegiate, high
school and youth sports as well as representatives from national print and
broadcast media, and scholars.
The following pages include a list of possible participants.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to hearing
from you.
Very truly yours,
Richard E. Lapchick
Director
CC: Sylvia Mathews
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
January 13, 1998
MEMORANDUM FOR: SYLVIA MATHEWS
Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff
FROM:
NELSON REYNERI, JR.
Special Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Staff
SUBJECT:
RACE AND SPORTS TOWN HALL
Thanks for asking for my thoughts on why I think the President should hold a town hall on
sports, race and society this spring. I feel very strongly that this has the potential to be the best
race related event the President will attend this year.
BACKGROUND
The Center for the Study of Sports and Society has, since its founding in 1984, been the
preeminent center for not only studying the role and impact of sports and society, but for actively
doing something about that issue. Sport in Society helped form the National Consortium for
Academics and Sports (NCAS), a group of more than 140 colleges and universities that have
adopted many of Sport in Society's programs. To date, more than 10,000 athletes have returned
to school and almost half of those have graduated. Nationally, NCAS athletes have seen more
than 4 million students in the school outreach programs. The Director, Richard Lapchick, has
been honored for his leadership by the White House and one of the Center's programs has
become an Americorp program. Lapchick, who has a Ph.D. in international race relations, has a
history of fighting racism and has himself felt its wrath. In 1983, he was attacked by racists after
he led the effort to keep the South African team out of the Davis Cup because of apartheid. The
racists carved "nigger" in his stomach with scissors and caused liver and kidney damage.
The Center originally was developed to focus on the relationship between sports and
academia. But as Lapchick has noted, 1996 is different than 1982 (AIDS, guns for examples).
Over the last few years, the Center has begun to focus a great deal on race and its relations to
sports and is trying to get American society, in particular the media, to understand the
complexities inherent in this discussion. Specifically, they are making two critical points:
1)
The "problems" that are attributed to sports and athletes belong to all of society,
not just to the "sporting world"
2)
That issue notwithstanding, there are fewer better venues than sports to help
address these problems that through sports. Race is among the best examples.
REASONS FOR DOING THIS EVENT
A Presidential Town Hall Forum on Sports, Race and Society offers at least three real and
distinct advantages:
1)
By its very nature, it has tremendous appeal in the sense that almost everyone
either follows sports or at least has a connection to sports (Superbowl is most watched TV event,
everyone knows Tiger Woods, soccer moms vote, people use sporting analogies the list goes
on).
2)
Sports has a multiracial component unlike anywhere else currently in our society.
The demographics of baseball (20% Latino, 17% black), for example, are closer to the nation's
demographics than any other institution (private sector, public sector, universities) with the
possible exception of the military.
3)
Sports has the greatest appeal to the segment of the population that we have the
most trouble, and wish most, to reach - young people. If done right, this Town Hall has the
potential to reach youth like no other forum would.
FORMAT
I've had a number of discussions with Jose Masso, the Chief Operating Officer of the
Center, on what could be done to make this event successful. I asked him two things:
1)
Can he deliver top names (e.g., Tiger Woods, Grant Hill, Roger Clemens, Ivan
Rodriguez)?
2)
Can the Center develop a set of "deliverables" that would come as a result of the
Presidential event? The short answer to both questions is yes. He is confident that if the
President attends, he can deliver the names (see attached list of possibilities). Regarding the
deliverables, those issues can best be developed by working with the PIR to have them ready by
the time of the event.
While they ideally would like to have the event at Mathews Arena in Northeastern in mid
February or early March, they are flexible. There are many possibilities for the staging and
logistics of the event, but I think it involves taking the best parts of the Akron Town Hall and the
Team Harmony event, and adding the energy and dynamics of having 10-15 top names from the
world of sports, the Commissioners from Baseball, the NFL, NBA, and NHL and 10,000 kids in
the audience. Also, I think we could get broadcast by C-SPAN, ESPN, maybe BET and MTV,
not to mention the type of print coverage it would get.
Sylvia, in the almost 5 months I've been working for you, and almost 5 years I've been
part of this administration, I've never been more excited about an idea. I think this has the
potential, if both sides can pull it off, to be an event of not only historical proportion, but more
importantly, of making a real difference in many lives.
Thanks for taking the time to read this and I look forward to hearing your thoughts.
Attachment
Professional athletes - Former/Current
Tiger Woods
Sandy Koufax
Bob Cousy
Billie Jean King
Mark McGwire
David Robinson
Steve Smith
Earl Lloyd
Nancy Lieberman-Kline
Luis Tiant
Jack Twyman
Don Newcombe
PeeWee Reese
Lin Dawson
JoJo White
Larry Bird
Lee Elder
Grant Fuhr
son Carter
TO Vaughn
Hank Aaron
Willie Mays
Keith Lee
Frank Robinson
Cheryl Miller
Bill Russell
Tom 'Satch' Sanders
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Chris Webber
Dominque Dawes
MalVai Washington
Don McPherson
Doug Williams
Reggie White
Art Shell
Alan Page
Cobi Jones
Orel Hershiser
Bernie Williams
Juan Marichal
Tony Perez
Tony Bernazard
Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Northeastem University's Center for the Study of Sport
The Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Program
The National Consortium for
Awards
III Society. under the direction of Richard Lapchick 15
trains college-age male student athletes to provide lead
Academics and Sports Programs
The Sport in Society Hall of Fame honors people from
dedicated to the idea that the sports community can.
ership to younger males on ISSUeS that traditionally
have been considered women's issues. such as rape.
the National Consorbum for Academics and Sports,
the sports world who make an especially significant
and should. take a lead 1010 in bonging about positive
social change
battering. and sexual harassment the MVP Program
founded by Sport 111 Society 111 1985, moiles a growing
contribution 10 society. a contribution that extends far
has developed a curriculum for high school sellings
network more than 140 institutions of higher
beyond the game itself.
The mission is to increase awareness of sport and as
and a women's component that sends current and for
education III an attent to keep the "student" in "student
relation in society. and to develop programs that identi-
Each year Sport III Society presents Giant Steps Awards
mer female student athletes into middle and high
attilete the Consortinum advocates that alleges allow
to men and women who prove that the sports COMMU
Iv problems. offer solutions and promote the benefits
schools to help young women understand and confront
their former student athletes 10 brush theyr degrees
of sport
only can and must take a leadership me in address
all forms of gender violence
tention tree " hange for performing community
mg societv's problems
Since Sport (1) Society's founding in 1984. an important
service 10 date. over twelve thousand Insuer student
The Jolo White Growth League develops the values and
part of that mission has been to honor and acknowl
albietes have returned In Insel through the Degree
Through 115 Excellence in Sports Journalism Awards,
skills necessary for young people to become successful
edge those individuals who, through their involvement
Completion Program.
Sport II) Society. in conjuni bon with Northeastern
members of society by teaching respect responsibility
University's School of fournalism, honors journalistic
with sport. have helped to improve society
leadership. and teamwork Started ID January 1997. the
Through the Consortium's Outreach and Community
ill hievements that enhance 13 OUR understanding of the
AI lonight's 1997 Sport in Society Annual Awards
Growth League concept uses baskelball as a vehicle
Service Program, attiletes who participated ⑉ the
impact of sport on our culture
Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. we are
and scoring as a framework for this morit based.
Degree Completion Program visit schools and COMIUM
celebrating a group of exceptional people whose vision,
achievement-onentet program The program largets
nily centers to deliver positive messages about avoiding
The Sport in Society Corporate Goodwill Award recog-
energy. courage. and generosity of spint have affected
nuddle school students III Boston
drug and alcohol use. balance mg academic and athlet
nizes businesses and organizations whose penerous
comitless lives
"S. larridy responsibility, and other pressing social
finance at onlabutions help Sport 111 Sex carry out its
Urban Youth Sports is an initiative In improve allietic
More than four million young people have been
mission
longht's celebration, our major fundraising event. hap
and recreational opportunities for young people in our
involved with the program
cities The program convened it national conterence
We hope that after attending this event you will contin-
peris once annually. Sport in Society also oversees a
variety of educational and outreach programs that oper-
sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 10
The Pro Sports Education Unit provides opportunities for
110 to support our programs Working together. we can
professional athletes 111 the NBA and NFI to continue
help realize the enomous potential of sport to help are-
ate throughout the year to teach young people about
determine the state of organized youth sport programs
various social issues and inspire them to play positive
in America. which inspired Boston's mayor to introduce
educ about possuls and courses them If areen than
ale 7 better world
roles in society through the use of sport
a Youth Sports Congress
sibon and boancial planning
Hoop
Dreams & More distobutes Sport 111 Snr inly's on
National STUDENT-Athlete Day. nationally 11% ognized on
For more information, please contact:
Outreach Programs
neulum and training materials for use as discussion
April 6 with events throughout the month. acknowl-
The Center for the Study of Sport III Society
Athletes in Service to America. nartially funded by
tools to help YOUNG people develop strategies for avoid
redges the accomplishments of student attiletes If the
Northeastern University
AmeriCoros. is a national community-service program
ing substance abuse. balancing academics and athlet
classroom, on the playing held. and III their commune
360 Huntington Avenue
that places student athlete corps members based at
ICS and exploring interpersonal and family responsibilità
hes Il also a time to recognize parents, teachers
Suite 161 CP
colleges and universities 111 mentoring roles with young
tips
coaches, and S. hool systems who make it possible for
Beston, MA 02115
people Corps members work throughout the year at
young people 11) sinke a balance between academics
Incal elementary. middle. and high schools. and at
TEAMWORK-South Africa is Sport If Society's first mler
and athletics National SIMO! N1. Athlete Day 5 sport
611 373 4025
community centers Their focus is on leaching young
national program Since its creation 111 1992. IF AM
somet by the National Consorburn Sport (11 priv and
people violence prevention skills and promoting acade
WORK South Africa has used sports as a way to
the NEAA Over 158.1% bigh hand begins were
THE achievement
improve cace relations 111 post aparthend South Africa
involved in 1997
Sport III Society has organized equipment donations
Project TEAMWORK, Sport in Society's most acclaimed
and two NBA tups to impovenshed townships in Sonth
program. sends a trained multi racial. mixed gender
Africa in 1995. Sport ii) Suriety hosted the lust South
team ol former professional, collegiate. and Olympic
African athletes a basketball team to visit the Insted
albletes into schools to develop ethnic, racial. and gen
States III the post-apartheid ora
der sensitivity and to explore issues related to human
rights and conflict resolution Sinc e 1990 Project
TEAMWORK has reached nver 140,000 students
Clinton Presidential Records
Digital Records Marker
This is not a presidential record. This is used as an administrative
marker by the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Staff.
This marker identifies the place of a tabbed divider. Given our
digitization capabilities, we are sometimes unable to adequately
scan such dividers. The title from the original document is
indicated below.
Divider Title:
7
NELSON
This is
Kn you
purpor
callme
Van
Latinos in Beishal
Golden Dreams
Universit afTaleda
Luis
DECEMBER 12, 1997
$3.75
VOLUME 8
NUMBER 8
THE
HISPANIC
utlook
WOMEN, SPORTS, AND EQUALITY:
IN HIGHER EDUCATION
A CAMPUS REPORT CARD
state
Publisher
José López-Isa
Editor
Adalyn Hixson
C
I
N
Executive Editor
Marilyn Gilroy
Public Relations Director
Suzanne López-Isa
Associate Editor
FEATURES
Mia Anderson
Art Director
Wilson Aguilar
Latinos in Béisbol
6
Advertising Production Coordinators
Avedis Derbalian
Northeasterns Center for the Study of Sport in Society looks at Latinos in
Marco Morillo
the melting pot of major league baseball.
Advertising Sales Associates
Emilio Zamalloa
Jeffrey Hendlin
Editorial Assistants
Urbano Torres,
Jason Paneque
Women, Sports, and Equality:A Campus Report Card
9
Editorial Board
The "A" grade is earned by only a few colleges and universities as the
Ruth Burgos-Sasscer. Chancellor
Women's Sports Foundation applies a gender-equity template 10 colle-
Houston Community College System
Máximo Castillo, President
giate sports.
University of Houston Downtown
Roberto Cruz, President
National Hispanic University
Alfredo De Los Santos, Vice Chancellor
Golden Dreams:
Maricopa Community College District
Ricardo Fernández, President
Two Talented Coaches Lead Golden Panther Basketball
11
Lehman College
Both Shakey Rodriguez and Cindy Russo, coaches of the men's and
Juan González, Vice President
California Polytechnic State University
women's basketball teams at Florida International University, have
Carlos Hernández, President
impressive winning percentages and an eve on the NCAA tournament.
Jersey City State College
Arturo Iriarte, Associate Director
Middle Scates Association of Colleges and Schools
HONOR ROLL
Vernon Lattin, President
The University of Toledo
14
Brooklyn College
Lydia Ledesma, President
The 125-year-old institution boasts an impressive share of merit scholars.
Skagit Valley College
Herman Luján, President
minority students, and research projects. plus a recreation center
University of Northern Colorado
designed to keep the body as fit as the brain.
Dr. Gustavo Mellander,
George Mason University
Manuel Pacheco, President
University of Arizona
College Prep Institute Gives High School Students Encouragement
17
Eduardo Padrón, President
Miami-Dade Community College
Washingtons Wenatchee Valley College is drawing Hispanic high school
Antonio Pérez, President
Borough of Manhattan Community College
students into bigher education with a rigorous summer prep institute.
Alexander Sánchez, President
Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute
Maria Vallejo, Vice President
Rockland Community College
Contributors: Ed Brennen. Roger A. Deitz,
DEPARTMENTS
Gustavo A. Mellander, Aileen Izquierdo
Display Advertising
OUTLOOK ON WASHINGTON:A CAPITOL VIEW
4
210 Route 4 East. Suite 310
Paramus, NJ 07652
Dr. Mellander suggests a career in the Foreign Service. which next bolds
TEL (201) 587-8800
FAX (201) 587-9105
qualifying exams in February
Internet: http://www.HispanicOutlook.com
email to [email protected]
SUCCESS STORIES
19
Editorial Office The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education
Luis Leal Honored at White House
(ISSN 1054-2337) is published by The Hispanic Outlook in Higher
Education Publishing Company. Inc. 210 Route 4 East. Suite 310,
Dr. Luis Leal receives the National Humanities Medal for a lifetime of dis-
Paramus. N.J. 07652 TEL (201) 587-8800 FAX (201) 587-9105.
All contents of this journal are copyright © 1997 by The Hispanic
tinguished scholarship devoted largely to Chicano and Latino studies.
Outlook in Higher Education Publishing Company. Inc. All rights
reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is
prohibited.
Letters to the Editor: Commentaries or Questions should be
addressed to: The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education.
210 Route 4 East, Suite 310. Paramus. NJ 07652. All
correspondence should include author's full name, address, and
People, Places, Publications, Conferences
21
phone number.
Subscriptions: U.S., Canada. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
1 year $60.00: 2 years $120.00. Single copies-prepay $3.75.
Cover Photos courtesy of: Indiana University and The University of New Mexico
Postmaster: Please send all changes of address to:
The Hispanic Outlook, P.O.Box 68. Paramus. New Jersey 0765
HISPANIC OUTLOOK
3
SPDRTS
Latmos IN Béisbol
Forum Scouts the Territory
BY
WAS PERHAPS THE MOST
HEROICS ONLY VIA SHORT-WAVE
ED BRENNEN
center, the discussion was designed
It
COMPELLING SIDEBAR TO
RADIO, TELEPHONE CALLS. AND
not only to reflect on the contribu-
THIS YEAR'S WORLD
WORD OF MOUTH.
tions of Latinos in baseball, but to
SERIES-THE STORY OF
The story of Livan Hernández,
analyze the successes of and the
LIVAN HERNÁNDEZ. THE 22-YEAR-
who literally had to leave behind
stereotypes and barriers encoun-
OLD ROOKIE PITCHER FOR THE
his life and his heritage in order to
tered by Latinos in the game,
FLORIDA MARLINS. HERNÁNDEZ
pitch in the major leagues, served
Latinos whose numbers are indeed
REACHED THE PINNACLE OF HIS
as a fitting backdrop for a recent
increasing.
SPORT IN JUST HIS FIRST SEASON
panel discussion held by
According to Massó, in 1991-92.
IN THE BIG LEAGUES. BUT HIS
Northeastern University's Center for
major league baseball was com-
FAMILY BACK HOME IN HIS NATIVE
the Study of Sport in Society. The
prised of 68 percent white players,
CUBA WAS UNABLE TO WITNESS
discussion, "Latinos in Béisbol,"
17 percent Black players, and 14
HIS CROWNING MOMENT. WHILE
held this fall, was co-sponsored by
percent Latino players. By 1995-96.
More than any
HERNÁNDEZ. WHO DEFECTED FROM
the Latino Student Cultural Center
those numbers had changed to 62
other
CUBA TO JOIN THE MARLINS,
in conjunction with Hispanic
percent white, 17 percent Black,
PITCHED IN THE WORLD SERIES.
Heritage Month.
and 20 percent Latino. The face of
professional
HIS MOTHER AND BROTHERS IN
Moderated by José Massó,
the "American Pastime" continues
sport in the U.S.
VILLA CLARA COULD FOLLOW HIS
senior associate director for the
to change. but the panel discussion
today, major
league baseball
reflects the
American ethos
of the "melting
pot." Players bail
SPORT In SOCIETY
from Mexico, the
Dominican
Northeastern University
Republic, Cuba,
Colombia,
Venezuela, Japan,
Korea, and
elsewbere.
From left to right: Dan Duquette. executive associate director. Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in
Society: David Beard. sportswriter. Fort Lauderdale Sun Sentinel. José Masso. senior associate director, Northeastern University's
Center for the Study of Sport in Society.
6
these countries." Klein said, "but
when you look at a team like the
L.A. Dodgers, it's like a multination-
al corporation going into a third-
world country The long-range
effect is unintended, but it is perni-
cious. It is dangerous. The only
thing we can do is be more sensi-
tive."
Klein's comments sparked a
candid response from Duquette,
who said, "Tve never thought about
going into Latin American coun-
tries in terms of what major league
baseball brings to the community.
I've always thought of finding base-
ball players."
As a native of the Dominican
Republic, Carlos Pena was one of
those Latino boys who dreamed of
one day playing baseball in the
major leagues. "Baseball is the
From left to right: Richard Lapchick, director: Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society: Carlos Pena.
main sport; it's what we do." said
sophomore. NU Baseball team: Prof. Alan Klein. author Northeastern University professor of anthropology.
Pena. "We don't have the access to
technology as much. SO we grab a
stick and say, 'Let's play baseball.)
Every kid wants to be it major
posed the question: With what con-
Mexican descent, went on to earn
But Professor Klein, who has
league player."
sequences?
the American League Rookie of the
written several books on baseball's
Pena has been able to follow his
Offering insight into this ques-
Year award this season. Duquette
Hispanic roots, including Baseball
dream to the U.S., but the journey
tion were panelists with four
explained why major league teams
on the Border: A Tale of Two
has not been an easy one. He origi-
unique perspectives: Boston Red
actively pursue players from all
Laredos, questioned "the unintend-
nally attended a university in Ohio,
Sox general manager and executive
corners of the planet-particularly
ed consequences" of baseball's
where he said he was the only
vice president Dan Duquette. Fort
Latin America.
constant search for new talent.
Hispanic on campus. Being away
Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel sports-
"If you're going to be a competi-
Klein likened the culling of poten-
from home for the first time,
writer Dave Beard. author and
tive club, you need to look for more
tial talent to the clear-cutting of
together with the culture shock ("I
Northeastern professor of anthro-
sources than just the U.S. for play-
forests, where little effort is made to
went from eating beans and rice to
pology Alan Klein, and
ers." Duquette said. "We spend a lot
replenish the soil from which the
mashed potatoes and corn."), led
Northeastern sophomore baseball
of time in the Dominican. That's
trees are taken.
him to transfer to Northeastern.
player Carlos Pena.
where the ballplayers are.
"I don't think it's appropriate to
where he was named Most Valuable
More than any other profession-
Statistically, this bears out."
ask major league baseball to save
Player during his team's conference
al sport in the U.S. today, major
tournament last spring.
league baseball reflects the
But Pena is just one of two
American ethos of the "melting
Latinos on the Northeastern team,
pot." Players hail from Mexico, the
and just one of 56 Latinos playing
Dominican Republic, Cuba,
Division I college baseball across
Colombia, Venezuela. Japan, Korea.
and elsewhere. The game increas-
As a result of the culture gap,
the U.S. Richard Lapchick, director
of the Center for the Study of Sport
ingly attracts talent from all over
Latino baseball players are often
in Society, pointed out these statis-
the world.
When Dan Duquette came to
misunderstood by fans and
tics. as well as others, in his
keynote address for the evening.
the Red Sox in 1994, he used his
members of the U.S. media.
"Only 493 of the 28,000 athletes in
first-ever draft pick to take Nomar
Division I sports are Latinos. And
Garciaparra of Georgia Tech
with all the Latinos at the major
University. Garciaparra, who is of
league level. only 56 play Division I
12/12/97
HISPANIC OUTLOOK
7
baseball." said Lapchick, who
ded that there is only one Latino
nletic director at a Division I-A
college.
Lapchick said that in this 25th
anniversary year of the death of
PORT
SOCIETY
Puerto Rican-born superstar
Roberto Clemente, these statistics
should be considered. Clemente
Northe istern University
died in a plane crash in 1972 while
on a humanitarian mission to
relieve earthquake victims in
Nicaragua. "I ask you to celebrate
Clemente's life and legacy by fur-
ther scrutinizing how many Latinos
and African Americans hold power
positions on our fields, in our front
offices, as vendors, and as people
who have power and influence in
our college athletic departments,"
Lapchick said.
Even those Latino players who
do make it to the major leagues
From left to right. Richard Lapchick Director. Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society: Carlos Pena.
face struggles. While they might
sophomore, NU Baseball team: Prof. Alan Klein, author. Northeastem University professor of anthropology.
find themselves earning millions of
dollars, and while they might
become instant heroes in their
meland, they still face the chal-
day, a fact not bound by geography,
been Cal Ripken, Jr. "I think there
from Latino ballplayers because of
Age of acclimating to life in the
class, race or culture..."
would have been a period of intro-
his knowledge of the Spanish lan-
United States. Duquette pointed out
Another well-known case
spection among fans," Klein said.
guage. Many in his profession, how-
that most Major League teams offer
involving a Hispanic baseball play-
"They would have wondered what
ever, do not offer this bridge, and as
programs to help the acclimation
er was that of Roberto Alomar, the
possibly could have provoked this."
a result they miss out on numerous
and education process, but sports-
Baltimore Orioles second baseman
To improve the understanding
stories, stories such as Livan
writer Dave Beard said more work
who was widely maligned after spit-
between the Latino baseball player
Hernández and his family back
needs to be done by the media and
ting in the face of umpire John
and the fans, Beard said journalists
home in Cuba.
by the teams to meet players
Hirschbeck last season. Alomar's
need to do a better job in trying to
HD
halfway.
action prompted a huge backlash
communicate with the players.
As a result of this culture gap,
among fans in the U.S., but Massó
Beard. who covers the Florida
Latino baseball players are often
questioned what the reaction might
Marlins, discussed how he as a
misunderstood by fans and mem-
have been had the player involved
sportswriter was able to gain trust
bers of the U.S. media. To illustrate
this point, Lapchick brought up the
case of Wilfredo Cordero, the
Boston Red Sox outfielder who was
arrested this summer on spousal
"Only 493 of the 28,000 atbletes in
abuse charges. "How many people,
when reading stories about
Division I sports are Latinos. And
Wilfredo Cordero's background.
with all the Latinos at the major
heard that Latino men are more
emotional and more violent, which
league level, only 56 play Division I
might have led to his arrest?"
baseball." Richard Lapchick,
Lapchick said. "Ignored in all this
the fact that the day he was
director, Center for the Study of
ested, 8,200 other American
Sport in Society
women were battered on the same
8
HISPANIC OUTLOOK
12/12/97
Clinton Presidential Records
Digital Records Marker
This is not a presidential record. This is used as an administrative
marker by the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Staff.
This marker identifies the place of a tabbed divider. Given our
digitization capabilities, we are sometimes unable to adequately
scan such dividers. The title from the original document is
indicated below.
Divider Title:
8
SPORT In SOCIETY
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
TM
Northeastern University
360 Huntington Avenue, 161 CP
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
(617) 373-4025
(617) 373-4566 Fax
TO:
NELSON REXNER,
COMPANY: THE WHite Home
FAX NUMBER: 202.456.6472
FROM: Lose MASSO
DATE: 12/12/97
SUBJECT: Town MEETING RECOMMENDATIONS
REMARKS: PLEASE note # 3 # 4 E&F
Total pages including cover: 4
Please call (617) 373-4025 if you did not receive this entire fax.
THE PROFESSIONAL TEAMS AND LEAGUES:
Assumptions:
All the proposals I am making for pro sports leagues and teams have been designed to
emphasize the responsibilities of and unique place held by professional sports to build
community and positively influence the public behavior in our communities. Sports
organizations need to have an expanded sense of responsibility for the public 'velfare.
These proposals would have positive outcomes for all members of the community from the
owners and administrators to the players to their fans and children who follow them. They
society. would place sports organizations at the grassroots of our cities with the goal of improving
These proposals take into account the fact that while sports have not fulfilled Jackie
Robinson's dual dream for race relations. they may have come closer to it than any other
segment of our society. They also follow the assumption that young people do lock up to
athletes as role models. Therefore, the proposals call athletes to follow a higher standard of
behavior on critical issues to positively influence our youth as worthy role models.
Recommendations
A. Hire leaders and decision makers who are the right people for the teams and the sport.
They should be diverse and demonstrate values that uphold the ideals of sport. Ethical
behavior and moral responsibility should have been a demonstrable part of their lives. Pro
teams should be careful not to hire coaches and athletic directors who had bad "human"
sords in college
Create on-going programs for the personal development of the players and front office
staff of the team. Such programs could include:
1. All pro sports leagues should adopt a rookie orientation program similar to the NBA's
model. All rookies should be required at attend a week long session that covers their new
status in-depth. There would be sessions with experts who can relate to the players on,
among other things, drugs, alcohol, HIV, relationships, sexual harassment, gender violence.
financial planning, continuing education and career development. The NFL has started a
shortened version.
2. All pro sports leagues should adopt a life readiness program that would encompass:
a. continuing education for degree completion for players without degrees and for post-
playing professional development education.
b. career panning: to help players decide what they want to do and how to plan for post-
playing careers
C. internships to give players different kinds of work experiences while they are still
playing
d. counseling for families and for the individual.
The NBA and the NFL currently have strong continuing education programs and less highly
developed programs in the other areas.
3. A cultural transition program is imperative for Latino players in Major League
seball. Many of the players neither speak English nor understand their new cultural
oundings and have a very difficult time in the United States. Both should be taught to
the Spanish-speaking players. Such a program should also help English speaking players
to learn some Spanish and the customs of their teammates. This program could also be
expanded to benefit Major League Soccer and international leagues. Special programs
would be designed for media outlets
4. Each team and the league offices should adopt a training program on diversity for both
players and all front office staff. The NBA has become the first to adopt this on a league-
wide basis. This would be similar to diversity training programs widely used in corporate
America but would be made sport-specific and would help the players and coaches be
proactive role models on race and gender issues in the community.
5. Each team and the league offices should adopt a training program on preventing
violence against women. The New England Patriots are now using the Center's MVP
Program for players and the entire front office staff; the Boston Geltics are considering it.
Players and coaches can be proactive role models on this troubling issue in the community.
C. The league should firmly discipline players, coaches and front office personnel when
they behave outside of socially acceptable norms. Pro leagues maintain that their teams
and players are role models; they must hold them more accountable.
adopt zero tolerance policies for behavior outside the sports arena that harms others.
Automatic banning for a year would be invoked after convictions for:
violence against women
violence against another person
alcohol or drug-related incidents that result in harm to others
strengthen existing drug polices to include both help for athletes with drug problems
but also to expand the list of banned drugs to include marijuana and "legal" prescription
drugs that may lead to abuse, which are currently not on the NBA's list. Athletes.
coaches or administrators who violate the limits of the league's drug policy should be
banned for a significant enough time to be of real consequence for the violator.
D. The Players Associations should not make automatic responses in defense of players who
exhibit anti-social behavior. The PAs also hold their players up as positive role models.
Circumstance should be factored in to decide how and if they will support players.
E. Leagues, teams and players associations should expand their efforts in the community to
help youth with the multiple crises they are facing. These should include
expanded and coordinated community outreach efforts with players who are trained to
speak on certain issues. The Patriots make each player contractually obligated to make
10 such appearances per year. That means over 500 for the team, which is planning to
channel coordination through the Center. This dynamic distribution could be done
through local colleges and universities in league cities across the nation.
promote and support urban youth sport programs that not only give sports opportunities
not currently available in major cities but also teach the youth who corapete life skills as
an integral part of their experience.
produce more PSAs for local TV and radio that address the more difficult issues facing
our youth including child abuse, racial and gender issues
support more local and national charities by both direct donations and having fund-
raisers for them.
F. Sports organizations should be sure to work closely with the media to get it to cover
positive things athletes are doing to help create better society, especially those that
emphasize community outreach or athletes getting their degrees and worked toward
racial and gender equality.
New stadiums should be built in cities and not in suburbs
in ways that would revitalize cities. Planning should be designed to include local businesses
and lead to additional investments in the local community while hiring local workers to
build and service the facilities.
DEC-17-'97 12:57 T-
3013209560 #809-01
December 12, 1997
Mr. Nelson Reyneri
Special Assistant to Deputy Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff's Office
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Nelson,
Thank you for extending a hand to me. As my mother, Elizabeth Asher, informed you
today, I am very interested in working in investment banking at Goldman, Sachs, & Co.
as an analyst.
I have already had the opportunity to interview twice with the Latin America Corporate
Finance Division and am currently awaiting its response. I also have written a letter to
Mr. Jon Corzine, C.E.O. of Goldman, Sachs, expressing my desire to work at his firm.
I graduated magna cum laude from Duke University in May and recently returned from
Hong Kong where I had an internship with the Washington Post. My financially related
experience has come mostly from working with the Democratic Party. I was the Deputy
Residence Finance Manager at the U.S. Embassy, Paris under Ambassador Pamela
Harriman and I worked on the Clinton/Gore 1996 Finance Committee and on the D.N.C.
I would be extremely grateful for any assistance that you could provide. I look forward to
taking you out with my sister when you return from your vacation! Have a great trip and
happy holidays!
Sincerely,
Meleno datald R
Melanie da Trindade-Asher
Nelson,
I have also met with Featon Tom È Gan
Bleemaster (head of Corporate Finance latin America)
(Managing Director LA.)
at Merrill lynch.
Withdrawal/Redaction Marker
Clinton Library
DOCUMENT NO.
SUBJECT/TITLE
DATE
RESTRICTION
AND TYPE
001. resume
Melanie da Trindade-Asher (partial) (1 page)
nd
P6/b(6)
COLLECTION:
Clinton Presidential Records
First Lady's Office
Speechwriting (Noa Meyer Subject Files)
OA/Box Number: 13011
FOLDER TITLE:
Sports and Race [Binder] [2]
2012-0869-S
kc945
RESTRICTION CODES
Presidential Records Act |44 U.S.C. 2204(a)]
Freedom of Information Act 15 U.S.C. 552(b)]
P1 National Security Classified Information [(a)(1) of the PRA|
b(1) National security classified information [(b)(1) of the FOIA]
P2 Relating to the appointment to Federal office {(a)(2) of the PRA
b(2) Release would disclose internal personnel rules and practices of
P3 Release would violate a Federal statute |(a)(3) of the PRA|
an agency |(b)(2) of the FOIA
P4 Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential commercial or
b(3) Release would violate a Federal statute [(b)(3) of the FOIA]
financial information |(a)(4) of the PRAJ
b(4) Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial
P5 Release would disclose confidential advice between the President
information [(b)(4) of the FOIA]
and his advisors. or between such advisors [a)(5) of the PRA]
b(6) Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of
P6 Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of
personal privacy [(b)(6) of the FOIA]
personal privacy [(a)(6) of the PRA]
b(7) Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement
purposes |(b)(7) of the FOIA]
C. Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed
b(8) Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of
of gift.
financial institutions [(b)(8) of the FOIA]
PRM. Personal record misfile defined in accordance with 44 U.S.C.
b(9) Release would disclose geological or geophysical information
2201(3).
concerning wells |(b)(9) of the FOIA]
RR. Document will be reviewed upon request.
DEC-17-'97 12:57 T-
3013209560 #809-02
[001]
MELANIE DA TRINDADE-ASHER
P6/(b)(6)
Bethesda. MD 20817
P6/(b)(6)
EDUCATION
Duke University Class of 1997. Major - Comparative Area Studies
G.P.A. 3.6
Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Graduation with Distinction, Dean's List with Distinction
1995 and 1997, Dean's List 1994 and 1996, National Golden Key Honor Award
Sciences-Po, Paris. France 1995-1996 History and Political Science studies
Université Paris I, Sorbonne, Paris, France 1995-1996 History and Art History studies
EXPERIENCE
The Washington Post. Hong Kong
Summer 1997
Position: Research Assistant to Bureau Chief
Duties: Researched material and attended press conferences regarding
the economical and political aspects of the Handover of Hong Kong.
The 1997 Presidential Inaugural Gala, Washington D.C.
Winter 1997
Position: Production Assistant
Duties: Assisted in the direction of the T.V. program and provided
support for the production.
U.S. Embassy Paris, France, U.S. Ambassador's Residence
Fall 1995-Summer 1996
Position: Deputy Finance Manager
Duties: Prepared fiscal budget and estimates for official functions.
Assisted in the financial bookkeeping of expenses and handled payrolls.
Coordinated official functions and protocol at the Residence.
Democratic National Finance Committee, Washington, D.C., N.Y., Chicago
Summer 1996
Position: New York Finance Director's Assistant
Duties: Contacted contributors and assisted in organizing fund-raisers.
Coordinated and fund-raised for President Clinton's 50th Birthday Celebration.
Position: News analyst
Duties: Analyzed daily and evening news for the rapid response team at the
Democratic National Committee 1996 Convention
U.S. Department of Commerce, Washington, D.C.
Summer 1995
Position: Trade Program Assistant in the International Trade Administration
Duties: Researched international market and export opportunities.
matched potential U.S. firms with overseas agents and distributors for trade
missions, coordinated U.S.D.O.C trade delegations to Big Emerging Markets.
ACTIVITIES
Off-the-Vine. Duke University, Durham, N.C.
1995-1997
Position: Owner and President
Duties: Organized wine functions and lectures at local restaurants to
sell affordable quality wines to young adults.
Mi Gente, member, multicultural club
SKILLS
Fluent in Spanish and French
Well-versed in Word Perfect 6.0, Microsoft Word and Excel
PUBLICATIONS
Honors thesis: The Comparative Early Twentieth Century Temperance History of France and Peru
PROFESSIONAL SPORTS
Executives
Mr. Paul Tagliabue
Commissioner
National Football League
280 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017
Mr. David J. Stern
Commissioner
National Basketball Association
645 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10022
Mr. Bud Selig
Chairman, Executive Council
Major League Baseball
c/o Milwaukee Brewers
1 South 46th Street
Ilwaukee, WI 53214
Mr. Gary Bettman
Commissioner
National Hockey League
1251 Avenue of the Americas
47th Floor
New York, NY 10020
Mr. Eugene Upshaw
Executive Director
NFL Players Association
2021 L Street NW, Suite 600
Washington, D.C 20036
Mr. Robert Goodenow
Executive Director
National Hockey League Players Association
777 Bay Street, Suite 2400
Toronto CANADA, M5G 2C8
Mr. Doug Logan
Commissioner
Major League Soccer
10 East 42nd Street
W York, NY 10017
Ms. Ellen Zavian Esq.
Executive Director
Women's Players Association, Soccer
11385 Little Patuxent Pky., Suite 9
Columbia, MD 21044
Ms. Val Ackerman
President
Women's National Basketball Association
645 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10022
Mr. Arnold 'Red' Auerbach
Boston Celtics
15 Merrimac Ave
Boston, MA
Mr. Dan Duquette
General Manager
oston Red Sox
Yawkey Way
Boston, MA 02215
Mr. Robert Kraft
Owner
New England Patriots
Foxboro Stadium
Route I
Foxboro, MA 02035
Gary Carnevalli
Commissioner, ABL
Mr. Billy Hunter
Executive Director
National Basketball Players Association
1700 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
Don Fehr, MLBPA
PGA Officials (The Masters)
OLYMPIC SPORT
Executives
Ms. Anita DeFrantz
Vice President
USOC
Mr. Dick Schultz
Executive Director
United States Olympic Committee
1 Olympic Plaza
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Mr. Sam Ramsamy
President
National Olympic Committee of South Africa
P.O. Box 1355, Houghton 2041
Transvaal,
South Africa
Athletes
Jackie Joyner Kersey
Florence Griffith
Carl Lewis
Holly Metcalf, Olympic Rowing Gold Medalist, Former Sport in Society staff member
Kevin White (US sprinter)
COLLEGE SPORT
Officials
Mr. Cedric Dempsey
Executive Director
NCAA
6201 College Boulevard
verland Park, KS 66211
Mr. Dan Boggan
Chief Operating Officer
The NCAA
6201 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS 66211
Mr. Rudy Washington
Executive Director
Black Coaches Association
P.O. Box 5207
Compton, CA 90221
Mr. John Thompson
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Georgetown University
McDonough Arena
Washington, DC 20057
Mr. Eddie Robinson
Head Football Coach
rambling State University
O. Box 868
Grambling, LA 71245
Mr. Joe Paterno
Head Football Coach
Pennsylvania State University
Greenberg Sports Complex
University Park, PA 16802
Ms. Vivian Fuller
Director of Athletics
Tennessee State University
3500 John A. Merritt Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37209-1561
Mr. C.M. Newton
Athletic Director
The University of Kentucky
Memorial Coliseum
Lexington, KY 40506
Athletes
harles Woodson, Heisman Trophy winner
bnovan McNabb, Syracuse University
Mike Kornblau, First white starting quarterback at Grambling (historically black college)
High School Officials and Athletes
Bill Gaine, Director, Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association
Jon and Mora Segal, Editor and Communications Director, SchoolSports Magazine
Tashim Hodge, 15, West Roxbury High School, student-athlete (basketball)
Ronisha Payne, 13, Robert Gould Shaw Middle School, student-athlete (track)
MEDIA EDITORS, WRITERS AND DECISION MAKERS
Print
Ms. Terry R. Taylor
Executive Sports Editor
Associated Press
50 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10020
Mr. John Rawlings
Senior Vice President & Editorial Director
he Sporting News
0176 Corporate Square Dr., #200
St. Louis, MO 63132
Mr. Bill Rhoden
Columnist
The New York Times
229 West 43rd Street
New York, NY 10036
Mr. William Colson
Managing Editor
Sports Illustrated
Time and Life Building
1271 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
Mr. Don Skwar
Assistant Managing Editor/Sports
The Boston Globe
135 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02107
Mr. Bill Dwyer
Sports Editor
The Los Angeles Times
mes Mirror Square
os Angeles, CA 90053
Mr. Milton Kent
The Baltimore Sun
5001 North Calvert Street
PO Box 1377
Baltimore, MD 21278-0001
Mr. Garry D. Howard
Senior Editor, Sports
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Inc.
333 W. State Street
PO Box 371
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0371
Mr. Derrick Jackson
Op Ed Columnist
The Boston Globe
135 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02107
Mr. Dick Ebersol
esident
BC Sports
30 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10112
Mr. Bob Costas
Sportscaster and Host
NBC Sports
12813 Flushing Meadow Drive
St. Louis, MO 63131
Mr. Steven Bornstein
President & CEO, ESPN
President, ABC Sports
605 3rd Avenue, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10158
Mr. Bob Ley
Commentator
ESPN
ESPN Plaza, 635 Middle Street
Bristol, CT 06010
Ms. Robin Roberts
ESPN
35 Middle Street
ristol, CT 06010
Mr. Mike Lynch
Sports
WCVB TV5
Five TV Place
Needham, MA 02194
Ahmad Raashad, NBC Sports
Kenneth Leiker, Senior Editor, Inside Sports Magazine
Bryant Gumbel, HBO
S.L. Pierce, Sports Illustrated
Howard Manley, Boston Globe
SPORT INDUSTRY EXECUTIVES
Robert Wright, President & CEO, NBC
pert Murdoch, CEO, Newscorp (Fox, MSG)
Ted Turner, Vice Chairman, Time Warner
Michael Eisner, Chairman & CEO, Walt Disney Company
David Hill, President, Fox Sports; President & COO Fox TV
Mr. Reggie Williams
Vice President
Walt Disney World Sports
P.O. Box 10000
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
Ms. Alpha Alexander
National Board
YWCA of the U.S.A.
Mr. Paul Fireman
Chairman and CEO
Reebok International Ltd.
100 Technology Center
Stoughton, MA 02072
vid Falk, President & CEO, FAME (Sports Agent)
SCHOLARS & DISTINGUISHED ADVISORS
Ms. Rachel Robinson
Executive Director
The Jackie Robinson Foundation
3 West 35th Street, 1 1th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Mr. Muhammad Ali
GOAT Inc.
8105 Kephart Lane, P.O. Box 187
Berrian Springs, MI 49103
Dr. Harry Edwards
University of California, Berkeley
210 Memorial Stadium
Berkeley, CA 94720
Ms. Donna Lopiano
Executive Director
he Women's Sports Foundation
senhower Park
East Meadow, NY 11554
Ms. Benita Fitzgerald Moseley
President
Women's Sports Foundation
Eisenhower Park
East Meadow, NY 11554
Mr. John Hoberman, Author, Darwin's Athletes
Reverend Jesse Jackson
President
Rainbow PUSH Coalition
1700 K Street, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20006
Mr. Richard E. Lapchick
Director
Northeastern Universtiy's Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Clinton Presidential Records
Digital Records Marker
This is not a presidential record. This is used as an administrative
marker by the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Staff.
This marker identifies the place of a tabbed divider. Given our
digitization capabilities, we are sometimes unable to adequately
scan such dividers. The title from the original document is
indicated below.
Divider Title:
9
HE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY -
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
INTRODUCTION
1
-
Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society
-
Programs
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
2
-
Latinos in Béisbol
-
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Program
APPENDIX
3
-
Annual Report of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society
-
Summer '97 Newsletter
-
Spring '97 Newsletter
-
Winter '97 Newsletter
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY'S
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
INTRODUCTION
Since 1983 Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society has increased
awareness of sport and it's relation to society, developing programs that identify problems,
offer solutions and promote the benefits of sport.
Every day, in big cities and small towns across America, there are acts of hate that cross racial
barriers, and discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender and sexual preference.
At the Center for the Study of Sport in Society, we address those problems through a variety
of programs and training workshops, utilizing former athletes as facilitators. Studies have
shown that young people prefer to hear socially relevant messages from athletes. Therefore,
our outreach programs train talented former athletes to spread the message about cultural
diversity, conflict resolution, gender violence prevention, and the importance of academics for
success in life.
ROGRAMS
Athletes in Service to America, partially funded by AmeriCorps, is a national community-
service program that places student-athlete corps members based at colleges and universities
in mentoring roles with young people. Corps members work throughout the year at local
elementary, middle, and high schools, and at community centers. Their focus is on teaching
young people violence-prevention skills and promoting academic achievement.
Project TEAMWORK, Sport in Society's most acclaimed program, sends a trained multi-racial,
mixed-gender team of former professional, collegiate, and Olympic athletes into schools to
develop ethnic, racial, and gender sensitivity and to explore issues related to human rights and
conflict resolution. Since 1990, Project TEAMWORK has reached close to 145,000 students.
The Mentors in Violence Prevention(MVP) Program trains college-age male student-äthletes to
provide leadership to younger males on issues that traditionally have been considered
"women's issues", such as rape, battering, and sexual harassment. The MVP Program has
developed a curriculum for high school settings and a women's component that sends current
and former female student-athletes into middle and high schools to help young women
understand and confront all forms of gender violence.
m 1996, to mark National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Sport in Society and The
MVP Program joined forces with Liz Claiborne, Inc. to create and present a cutting edge public
service announcement which positions college football student-athletes in a positive leadership
role on the issue of relationship violence. In October, the PSA was showcased in stadiums and
in regional television spots during college football games nationwide, in conjunction with the
College Football Association.
JoJo White Growth League, fosters the belief that inner-city youth, given the tools and skills,
will become successful and valuable members of society. The program's mission is to provide
boys and girls with appropriate learning experiences that support the values and skills they
gain through the program. The goals of the program include keeping children in school and
out of the criminal justice system, reducing teen-age pregnancy, helping children follow
positive opportunities and becoming responsible citizens of society.
Other Sport in Society programs include the Urban Youth Sports Project with the City of
Boston, Sports CAP (Career Awareness and Placement), and those offered through the
National Consortium for Academics and Sports - Degree Completion Program, Outreach
and Community Service Program, Pro Sports Education Unit, and National STUDENT-
Athlete Day.
Sport in Society instituted Research includes the Racial Report Card, a longitudinal study of
nórity hiring in professional sports, and the Lou Harris Survey regarding high school
udents attitudes on human rights issues, violence, and racism.
The Sport in Society Hall of Fame honors people from the world of sport who make an
especially significant contribution to society, one that extends beyond the game itself. Giant
Steps Awards are given annually to men and women who believe that the sports community
can - and must - take a leading role in addressing society's problems. The Excellence in Sports
Journalism Awards, presented with Northeastern's School of Journalism, honor
achievements that enhance society's understanding of the impact of sport on our culture.
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
LATINOS IN BÉISBOL
Baseball provides our linkage to the past. Memories of the days at the ballpark are among our
most joyous. American generations have passed these memories along from game to game
like a family tradition that is passed from hand to hand.
Since the 1860s, nearly as long as the game of baseball has been played in the United States,
Latin American nations have been cultivating their own baseball traditions, and producing
tremendous baseball talents.
Some of the finest ballplayers in the history of Major League Baseball have hailed from Latin
America. Their names are etched in our memories: Hall of Famers Roberto Clemente, Rod
Carew, Luis Aparicio and Juan Marichal, sluggers Orlando Cepeda and Tony Pérez, colorful
Luis Tiant, outstanding pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, and speedster Bert Campaneris.
In 1997, their legacy is alive and well in the on the field and off the field achievements of some
of today's young Latino super-stars - 1996 American League Most Valuable Player Juan
González, 1996 American League Championship Series Most Valuable Player Bernie Williams,
96 National League Championship Series Most Valuable Player Javier Lopez, 1997 American
eague Rookie of the Year candidate Nomar Garciaparra, and 1997 All-Star game Most
Valuable Player Sandy Alomar head a list of Latino All-Stars that include Tino Martinez, Alex
Rodríguez, Edgar Martinez, Iván Rodríguez, Joey Cora, Jose Rosado, Roberto Alomar, Mariano
Rivera, Andres Galarraga, Moises Alou and Pedro Martinez. Twenty-two year old Marlins
rookie pitcher Livan Hernández from Cuba joins a group of established stars that incudes
Sammy Sosa, Rafael Palmeiro, Henry Rodríguez, and Manny Ramirez.
Since 1991, Latino representation in Major League Baseball has grown from 14% to over 20%.
This past July, Latinos in Béisbol was the subject of an hour long ESPN special Outside The
Lines Major League Béisbol.
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, and the achievements of Latinos in
baseball, Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society will host an
awards reception and Co-Sponsor a panel discussion on "Latinos in Béisbol".
The celebration will start with a reception at the Sport in Society office at 716 Columbus
Place. Latino entertainment and food will be featured along with an awards
cremony recognizing a number of Latinos from Boston and New Haven for their work with
Latino youth in sports and education.
Invited guests will include members from Northeastern University Departments, community
leaders and special guest, Mr. Tito Roman, Director of the Government of Puerto Rico office in
Boston.
During the evening, The Center for the Study of Sport in Society and The Latino Student
Cultural Center will Co-Sponsor a panel discussion on "Latinos in Béisbol" at the Raytheon
Amphitheater in the Egan Center. Panelist will include Northeastern University professor and
author Mr. Alan Klein, Mr. Daniel F. Duquette, Executive Vice-President and General Manager
of the Boston Red Sox, and David Beard, sports jöurnalist at the Florida Sun-Sentinel. Mr.
Tony Bernazard, Special Assistant at the Major League Baseball Players Association and Mr.
Omar Minaya, recently appointed Assistant General Manager of the New York Mets, have also
been invited.
Panelists will respond to selected segments from the ESPN. Outside The Lines special - "Major
League Béisbol". Audience will include Northeastern University students, faculty and is open
to the Boston community.
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
in cèlebration of
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
DATE:
Wednesday, October 8, 1997
TIME:
4:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION:
Center for the Study of Sport in Society
716 Columbus Place
EVENT:
Open House
ENTERTAINMENT:
Trio Mara
FOOD:
Mucho Gusto Café & Collectibles
PROGRAM:
Recognition:
Youth Awards
Alberto Vasallo
El Mundo
Peter Noble
New Haven
Blanca Bonilla
RBI League
Bruno Rodríguez
RBI League
José Ruiz
RBI League
Jorge Rivera
Caballeros de Colón
INVITED GUESTS:
Northeastern Departments
Students, Faculty and Staff
Government of Puerto Rico -
Tito Roman
Director
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
and
THE LATINO STUDENT CULTURAL CENTER
DATE:
Wednesday, October 8, 1997
TIME:
7:00pm - 9:00pm
LOCATION:
Raytheon Amphitheater, Egan Center
EVENT:
Panel discussion
TOPIC:
Latinos in Béisbol
PANEL:
Alan Klein
Author - Professor of
Anthropology, Northeastern
University
Tony Bernazard*
Major League Baseball Players
Association
Daniel F. Duquette
Executive Vice President &
General Manager
Boston Red Sox
David Beard
Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel
Omar Minaya*
Assistant General Manager
New York Mets
* Invited, waiting for confirmation.
ROGRAM:
ESPN - Outside the Lines, "Major League Béisbol"
NU's Sport in Society announces expansion
1997
VOLUME 2, NUMBER
News
office at Walt Disney's Wide World of Sports
Richard Lapchick to be based in Florida; office and staff stay at Northeastern Univ.
Northeastern University President Richard Freeland
and Richard E. Lapchick, Director of the University's
Center for the Study of Sport in Society, joined
leaders of Walt Disney World Sports on March 18 to
announce the opening of a Sport in Society office at
N
30
Disney's Wide World of Sports complex in Orlando.
Lapchick, a social activist and internationally
recognized expert on sports issues, will use the new
Florida location as his base of operations. He will
move in July, but continue to spend one week a
month and two months during the summer at Sport
in Society's headquarters at Northeastern University
in Boston.
Sport in Society Director Richard Lapchick, Northeastern
In announcing the move, Lapchick noted, "What Walt
University President Richard Freeland, and Walt Disney
Disney World Sports is trying to do is exciting and
World Sports Vice President Reggie Williams announce the
cutting-edge work in the world of sport as we
opening of a Sport in Society expansion office in Orlando.
approach the 21st century. The opportunity to open
positive initiatives that Sport in Society pursues and
an office there and expand the work of Northeastern
welcome Richard Lapchick with open arms."
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY'S CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
University's Sport in Society will be very beneficial to
The vast majority of Sport in Society's staff will
our own operations and allow us to work with the
continue to operate from their headquarters at
leaders of Walt Disney World Sports to develop
Northeastern University.
educational programs for those who will participate
in sporting events at the Orlando site."
Northeastern President Freeland said that an
opportunity to open an office in Orlando at Walt
Two of Sport in Society's most acclaimed programs,
Disney Wide World of Sports is a breakthrough for
Project TEAMWORK and the Mentors in Violence
the potential expansion of Sport in Society.
Prevention (MVP) Program, have been named by the
Northeastern "admires the tremendous quality and
Clinton Administration as model programs in the
values that the Walt Disney Corporation brings to
areas of violence prevention and
American corporate culture. We would welcome
improving race relations.
any opportunity to do programs together with them
"Having Sport in Society under the same roof as Walt
in the future," said Freeland.
Disney World Sports presents tremendous synergy
Founded in 1984, Sport in Society is dedicated to the
opportunities," said Reggie Williams, Vice President
idea that the sports community should take a lead
of Walt Disney World Sports. "We fully support the
Continued on page 3
Muhammad Ali dazzles youth and adults during visit
Sport in Society and The Boston Globe co-sponsor
event for students to promote racial understanding
The Charges
On February 4,
The James Hennigan
Muhammad Ali and
Elementary School in
Thomas Hauser visited
Jamaica Plain and St.
Boston to promote their
Mary's Junior/Senior
new book, Healing: A
High School in Lynn both
Journal of Tolerance and
hosted events for
Understanding. In
Boston Healing Day.
conjunction with this
Copies of Healing were
book tour, Sport in
donated by The Boston
Society and The Boston
Globe to all students and
Globe co-sponsored
teachers at the two
Photo by J.D. Levine
"Boston Healing Day" to
schools.
Muhammad Ali playfully spars with a young student at the James
promote racial harmony.
Continued on page 6
Hennigan Elementary School while Ali's wife, Lonnie, watches.
Message from the Director
While we continue to read about problems
such an act in campus judicial proceedings or in
confronting college sport, there has been a
the criminal courts.
growing and welcome tendency for presidents,
NCAS leaders believe it is a powerful message
athletic directors and the athletic community to
potential perpetrators, and provides a process for
act quickly to confront the issues.
perpetrators to receive appropriate counseling
Last October, Boston College suspended 13
and a chance to work their way back into the
football players after a gambling scandal rocked
campus community.
the campus. None of the players were allowed to
Richard Lapchick
If a banned student-athlete meets certain criteria,
return to the team this year. Any hint of gambling
including participation in on-going counseling
on campus brings about fears of organized crime,
and public statements of apology, combined with
and BC President William Leahy charged his
messages to young people about the
administration to act. Athletic Director Chet
unacceptability of gender violence and all forms
Gladchuck made the story public, brought in the
of abusive behavior, he can petition the
district attorney, and quickly took the implicated
appropriate authorities to be reinstated.
players off the team.
Convicted of a similar act a second time, the
Less than 18 months after Jim Harrick led
student-athlete will be permanently banned.
UCLA's basketball team to the national
Individual incidents of athletes accused of gender
championship, an expense-report scandal vaulted
violence have built up a strong image that
him into the headlines. With speed rarely seen in
something about athletes make them more
college sport, UCLA Chancellor Charles Young
inclined toward gender violence than non-
and Athletic Director Peter Dalis removed Harrick
athletes. While the number of such incidents have
as coach.
jumped off the pages of our newspapers, the
When more than 30 football players at the
problem is clearly one of men in America and not
University of Rhode Island sealed off a fraternity
just athletes.
house and beat up three residents, President
In America, there are approximately 850,000
Roberts Carothers took charge with Athletic
rapes each year, or 2,345 per day. Another 3
Director Ron Petro. They threw two players off
million women are battered annually, or 8,200
the team, suspended 25 others and forfeited its
per day. Three major newspapers have surveyed
next game against the University of Connecticut.
athletes and gender violence over the last decade
In each case, the damage to the school was bad
(Philadelphia Daily News, 1983-1985,
and has yet to be fully measured. However, the
Washington Post, 1989-1994, and Los Angeles
immediate and decisive responses of institutional
Times, 1995). In all three surveys combined, 308
leaders told the public that if things had gotten
athletes were accused of some form of gender
temporarily out of control, they had taken back
violence. That figure, which covers 10 years
the reins.
equals the number of incidents committed by
One such action with national implications came
American men every 44 minutes. This is a huge
when the National Consortium for Academics and
problem for American men and is not limited to
athletes.
Sports (NCAS) became the first sports
organization to take a zero-tolerance stance
The quick conclusive actions of BC, UCLA and
against athletes convicted of gender violence. The
the University of Rhode Island, combined with
135 member colleges and universities adopted a
the NCAS initiative on gender violence, are
"Sense of the Consortium" resolution at the
welcome signs that college leaders are not
closing session of its annual conference in Boston
ignoring today's problems, which continue to
on November 22, 1996.
enter the once cloistered world of intercollegiate
athletics.
The resolution stated that any athletes convicted
of rape, sexual assault or battering will be banned
This article appeared in the February 10, 1997 issue of The
from intercollegiate competition for a minimum of
Sporting News.
one year at that member institution. This applies
to any student-athlete who has been convicted of
2
The JoJo White
Sport Breaks
Growth League
1997 Boston
kicks off season at
Indoor Games
Boston schools
Sport in Society co-
ojo White Growth
sponsored the 1997
League kicked off at
Boston Indoor Games,
Boston's Thompson and
held at the Reggie Lewis
Shaw Middle Schools on
Track and Field Center
Olympic sprinter Calvin Davis
January 25.
and Sport in Society's Tasha
Participants and volunteers in the Jojo White Growth League take
a break and show off their new t-shirts.
on January 31. Calvin
Downing-Martin.
Approximately 190
Davis, an Olympic
students are regularly
representatives, 4
funding and products,
in Society Director
bronze medalist who
participating in the
business executives and
include BayBank, the
Richard Lapchick head of
program, which also
15 Sport in Society staff,
Boston Celtics, Coca-
hails from Dorchester,
the search committee for
includes 60 volunteer
work with young
Cola Bottling Company
competed and
NU's new athletic
coaches. The volunteers,
participants on the
of New England, Dunkin'
generously donated 100
director. The new
which include 30
basketball court and in
Donuts, Eastpack,
tickets to young people
athletic director is
students from Jeremiah
the classroom.
Gillette, Kessler and
who participate in Sport
Burke High School, 15
Program sponsors, who
Associates, Reebok, and
expected to be named by
community
are donating both
Spalding.
in Society outreach
the end of April.
programs. Approximately
New Staff hired
AT&T makes $60,000 charitable gift donation to
25 Olympians competed
Recent additions to the
the Athletes in Service to America Boston site
on January 31 and
Sport in Society roster
assisted in sports clinics
AT&T made a charitable
include grants
for local youth on
gift of $60,000 to
administration assistant
January 30.
support the Athletes in
Steven Gould,
Service to America site in
Robert Wood Johnson
receptionist Lisa Gaskins,
Boston. AT&T
Foundation substance
and MVP training
esentatives
abuse forum
specialists Tom Penichter
ented an oversized
A two-day youth sports
and Miles McLean.
check to Sport in
national conference,
Society Director Richard
funded by the Robert
Staff attend
Lapchick and NU
Wood Johnson
leadership program
Chairman of the Board
on drugs and alcohol
Foundation, has been
of Trustees George
Sport in Society staff
developed by Sport in
Matthews during
Kevin Fitzgerald and Mike
Society. The conference
halftime of the Boston
Davis attended a week-
will address the role that
Celtics-New York Knicks
long MIAA leadership
organized sports may
game at the Fleet
training program on
Center on January 10.
play in helping prevent
alcohol, tobacco and
Students from the James Hennigan Elementary School, who
substance abuse and the
The event also included
participate in Sport in Society's Athletes in Service to America
other drugs.
barriers that limit young
a pre-game scrimmage
program, attend a Celtics game at the FleetCenter as the guests of
Representatives from 35
the Celtics
people's access to sport
on the FleetCenter
secondary schools across
Sport in Society joins Disney
in the urban
court for Athletes in
the state attended.
and opens expansion office
environment. The goal of
Service to America corps
Participants who
the forum is to devise a
members and children
from page
completed the training
from the Shelburne
role in bringing about
has helped more than
plan that uses sports to
became certified
Community Center.
positive social change.
11,000 athletes return
provide a safe haven for
wellness coordinators.
Its mission is to increase
to school to finish
young people from
Fitzgerald and Davis will
awareness of sport and
their education. The
substance abuse.
its relation to society,
returning athletes
use the training to
and to develop programs
have, in turn, worked
Lapchick named head
develop a Sport in
of search committee
that identify problems,
with more than
Society program on
offer solutions, and
4,200,000 youth in
Northeastern University
drugs and alcohol for
promote the benefits of
community service
President Richard
student-athletes.
sport. Sport in Society
programs.
Freeland appointed Sport
3
Donor Profile
Boston Celtics go the extra mile to
help community programs in Boston
By June Ferestien and
ways this past year,
Adam Zand
recipient of the Celtics'
including: athlete
generosity. Joining
The Boston Celtics are
access, donated charity
AT&T, the Boston
world-renowned for
tickets to games,
Celtics jointly
their incredible history
programmatic
sponsored a special day
of success both on and
sponsorship, and much
for some of the young
off the basketball court.
more. Stuart Layne,
Photo by Chris Aduama
people in this program.
Executive Vice
WILD-AM's "Coach" Willie Maye hands a certificate to a student
Before the Celtics-
Recent recipients of the
at Dorchester's Dearborn Middle School during one of the Celtics'
President of Marketing
1996 Pro Team
N.Y. Knicks game on
TEAMUP events.
and Sales commented,
Community Award,
January 10, 1997,
"Making a real impact
Athletes in Service to
Boston Celtics/New
Society Director
presented by the World
in the community is a
Sports Humanitarian
America participants
York Knicks Legends
Richard Lapchick and
major priority of the
played a basketball
Throwback Weekend.
George Matthews,
Hall of Fame for
Boston Celtics. We are
game on the parquet
NU's Chairman of the
having the most unique
fortunate to have
As part of the
floor with legends from
Board of Trustees.
and effective
Northeastern's Sport in
Throwback Weekend,
the Celtics and Knicks.
community programs,
Society program in our
the AT&T Corporation
The Celtics recently
the Boston Celtics are
The Celtics provided a
own backyard to help
donated a $60,000
chose Sport in Society's
behind-the-scenes tour
leaders and role models
direct us in some of our
charitable grant to
Project TEAMWORK
of the new FleetCenter
for our youth through
Athletes in Service to
to become one of its
efforts. It is a privilege
their generosity and
(including a tour of the
to be able to support
America. Inner-city
partners for the NBA's
commitment to Sport
players locker room),
and be part of such
youth who participate
newest community
and tickets to the
in Society.
in Athletes in Service
meaningful programs."
outreach program,
evening's game. These
played in a pick-up
TeamUp, part of the
The Boston Celtics
Sport in Society's
events were provided in
game with Celtics
Celtics' Stay in Sch
have demonstrated
AmeriCorps program,
conjunction with the
legend Tom "Satch"
Program. As part
their support of our
Athletes in Service to
50th anniversary
Sanders and NY Knicks
the program, current
mission in a variety of
America, was a recent
celebration of the
legend Cal Ramsey.
Celtics players and
Bob McCabe, director
staff are joined by
of Athletes in Service,
Project TEAMWORK
members (all of whom
said, "For corps
are former athletes) to
members and students
attend assemblies at
from one of our local
Boston middle schools
community centers to
have a chance to play
and make presentations
to students on such
on the storied parquet
floor with such
issues as staying in
school, teamwork,
basketball greats was a
thrill they will never
balancing academics
and athletics, and
forget."
college planning. The
In a special half-time
1996-97 kick-off event
ceremony, AT&T's
took place at the
Photo by Chris Aduama
Eastern States President
Dearborn Middle
The Celtics and Sport in Society Teamed Up at the Dearborn Middle School for a presentation. Shown
from left to right are Sport in Society marketing staff Suzi Katz and Adam Zand, Celtics forward Greg
Dan Clark presented
School in Roxbury, MA.
Minor, and Mike Roberts and Sherry McClintock, members of Sport in Society's Project TEAMWORK.
the check to Sport in
Continued on next page
4
Celtics donate time, resources to community from previous page
HBO, Sport in Society host "Sports
Other assemblies
According to Wayne
program, the JoJo
on the Silver Screen" premiere
planned this spring
Levy, Celtics
White Growth League.
de the Wilson,
community relations
Celtics players Greg
By June Ferestien
and Gavin
director, "Nominating
Minor and Eric
Sport in Society
Lights! Camera!
mudle schools. The
Project TEAMWORK
Williams attended the
hopes sequel will
Action! On March 5,
Stay in School end-of-
kick-off press
be representative
was an easy decision
1997, the Center for
for us. We felt that
conference which took
of today's athletes
the-year awards
the Study of Sport in
ceremony will take
Project TEAMWORK's
place on February 1 at
Sport in Society was
Society, along with
place on Wednesday,
mission is consistent
the Robert Gould Shaw
pleased to partner
Home Box Office
with HBO and
May 28, 1997 at
with our Stay in School
Middle School in West
(HBO), and
Cablevision of
Northeastern
philosophy teaching
Roxbury. The Celtics
Cablevision of Boston,
Boston for the
University's Matthews
young people to respect
will be deeply
sponsored and hosted
Arena.
others and their
connected to the
premiere of
the Boston premiere of
SPORTS ON THE
differences."
Additionally, the
program, supplying
a new HBO Sports
SILVER SCREEN.
awards and benefits for
Boston Celtics
Project TEAMWORK
documentary, SPORTS
nominated Project
participants. Some
ON THE SILVER
HBO has been
has a chance at earning
incentives for the
TEAMWORK for the
this honor and being
SCREEN.
doing great work in
middle school students
inaugural NBA
the area of sports,
featured during a
include charitable game
special edition of
The invitation-only
from HBO "REAL
TeamUp Award. This
tickets, message board
award recognizes youth
NBC's "NBA Inside
event was headlined by
SPORTS," to a
who address real needs
Stuff."
recognition during
former Kansas City
movie like SPORTS
in their communities.
games, and much
Chiefs quarterback
ON THE SILVER
Sport in Society is truly
more.
and Hall of Famer Len
SCREEN.
All 29 NBA teams have
nominated one
pleased that the Boston
Additionally, the
Dawson, and
Celtics will also take an
Sport in Society
outreach program from
Celtics will participate
Northeastern
active sponsorship role
works passionately
their local area for
in fund-raising
University President
to improve
national recognition.
in Sport in Society's
activities for the
Richard Freeland.
newest outreach
opportunities for
Growth League. Celtic
Held at Emerson's
women and people
players and staff will
Majestic Theatre, it
of color in the
t in Society has other ties to Celtics
also be featured
was attended by local
world of sports.
Sport in Society's
Hall of Fame for his
throughout the year at
sports personalities,
connection to the
significant
special basketball
including boxers Dana
Despite the fact
Boston Celtics goes
contributions to racial
clinics where Growth
Rosenblatt and Will
that women's sports
well beyond joint
equality and excellence
League participants
McClure, Olympians
have recently taken
partnerships on
while serving as a
will have an
Eric Flaim (speed
off in popularity,
community programs.
coach, general
opportunity to improve
skating), Mary Mazzio
and African
manager, and president
(rowing), Holly
Americans now
their basketball skills
Former Celtic Tom
of the Celtics
Metcalf (rowing), Tina
dominate some of
with professional
"Satch" Sanders co-
athletes.
Noyes (figure skating),
our most popular
organization, as well as
founded Sport in
and John Thomas
sports, SPORTS ON
his outstanding
Society with Richard
community leadership.
Sport in Society is
(high jump), former
THE SILVER SCREEN
Lapchick in 1984 and
Red Auerbach set a
extremely grateful for
Boston Celtic JoJo
overwhelmingly
served as associate
the tremendous
White, former New
depicts white men.
precedent for
director until 1987.
support of the Boston
leadership and service,
England Patriot Ron
It is our hope that
Celtics and applauds
Then, in November
a legacy which stands
Burton, and Amy
when HBO produces
their leadership in
of 1995, Sport in
bright and strong
Baltzell, a member of
SPORTS ON THE
continuing a rich
Society was honored
today with the efforts
the 1995 America's
SILVER SCREEN II,
of the entire Boston
legacy of community
to induct Arnold
Cup III Women's
the company will
service, dedicated to
"Red" Auerbach into
Celtics organization.
Sailing Team.
depict a sports
improving the quality
the Sport in Society
Award-winning
world that has
of life for future
journalist Frank
fulfilled its promise
generations.
Deford wrote the
of equality.
screenplay, which
HBO, Cablevision
includes some of the
and Sport in Society
Continued on page 7
all share that vision.
5
he is still "The Greatest" by handling the disease
Sport in Society
with grace and making public appearances 200
and Globe sponsor
days a year to speak out against racism and
Ali's visit
from page I
hatred.
In addition, NU
President Richard
As Ali and the media piled onto the bus after the
Freeland hosted a private
presentation, the students waved good-bye. The
reception at the
bus left Jamaica Plain and headed to St. Mary's
Raytheon Amphitheater
Junior/Senior High School (Lynn, MA), the second
in the Egan Technology
and final school to host Ali that day.
Center, giving the NU
community a chance to
At St. Mary's, I had my first opportunity to meet
meet Ali and Hauser.
Photo by Adam Zand
Ali's 8-year-old son, Assad. Full of charisma and
The Globe donated a
Muhammad Ali and the Anti-Defamation League's Len Zakim share
a laugh at the Northeastern University reception.
wide smiles, Assad is a chip off the old block. As
media bus for the day,
the elder Ali munched on chocolate chip cookies
and lunch for all press
High school students meets Ali from
8
after lunch, a reporter remarked to Assad, "Your
and individuals traveling
page
to both events on the
dad really likes those cookies."
joining the press corps that day. No one spoke,
bus.
but I could feel the anticipation among the sleepy-
Assad responded boisterously, "He loves cookies!
Distinguished guests for
eyed teenagers. Ali didn't make his appearance
He could eat a gillion of "em!" Assad continued to
the day included former
until we were seated on the bus, but just the sight
dazzle the media with his antics and the Ali flair
Olympic boxing
of this icon made up for the waiting. It was an
(giving his father "bunny ears" to tempt
champion Will "Skeeter"
McClure, Globe sports
experience none of us will soon forget.
photographers).
columnist Ron Borges,
As the bus departed from the classy Boston hotel,
The students at St. Mary's were older than those
Globe Director of
at the Hennigan and the student body was
Community Affairs Skip
the names of posh establishments flashed by.
Griffin, Lonnie Ali,
Brooks Brothers, F.A.O. Schwartz, and the Park
predominantly white, in contrast to the mostly
Howard Bingham, Ali's
Plaza Hotel, however, soon gave way to barbed-
African-American student body at the Hennigan.
photojournalist, the
wire fences and nameless buildings in Jamaica
The reaction to Ali, however, was virtually the
Mayor of Lynn and
Plain. In the midst of this was the immaculate and
same. The teenagers were as excited as the
Boston School
Superintendent Thomas
cheerful James Hennigan Elementary School.
elementary school students.
Payzant. The event was
The school pulled out all the stops for the former
After the event at St. Mary's, the entourage then
emceed by WILD-FM's
traveled to Northeastern for a reception hosted by
"Coach" Willie Maye.
champ. Balloons, a disc jockey and a school choir
decked in matching white outfits greeted Ali in the
the president of the university. Once again, the
Sport in Society
school gym.
setting changed drastically, but the crowd's
and The Boston Globe
reaction didn't. Important-looking men in
hold essay contest for
Ali used this opportunity to teach the young
business suits had the facial expressions of the
high school students
audience of fourth- and fifth-graders about racism
elementary school students when Ali stood up to
Sport in Society and The
and tolerance. His wife, Lonnie Ali, and Healing
speak.
Boston Globe co-
co-author Thomas Hauser also addressed the
sponsored an essay
students.
Ali amazed people that day. He has overcome
contest, to honor
racism, hatred, overwhelming odds inside and
Healing, for all
The students presented Ali and his wife with some
outside the boxing ring, and Parkinson's
Massachusetts high
poems and drawings that featured messages of
school students. The
syndrome to become one of the most beloved men
contest was announced
racial tolerance and praise for Ali. One student's
the world has ever known. Meeting him, hearing
on Boston Healing Day.
poem drew some attention. The last line read,
him speak, and seeing his dedication to the
The objective of this
"The greatest fighter isn't Ali, it's me!" Ali, never
principles he believes in was an overwhelming
contest was to inspire
one to be upstaged, even by a fifth-grader, invited
high school students to
experience. He was an athlete that became famous
think how issues of
the student to spar with him, dazzling the crowd.
because of his fists, and now he is a hero who is
diversity have affected
Parkinson's syndrome does hinder Ali's speech and
famous because of his heart. And, he is,
their own lives. The
undoubtedly, the greatest.
winners were annov
causes his hands to shake. But Ali has proven that
in late March and the
winning essay will be
published in The Globe.
6
Opportunities to get involved with Sport in Society in 1997
Sport in Society is seeking your involvement!
issues such as racism, sexism, anti-semitism
prevention, cultural diversity, and academic
Opportunities for support, sponsorship and
and men's violence against women, and
success. Program participants called corps
eering are available. We hope to find
what organizations such as Sport in Society
members spend their days working with
Sors to:
are doing to help eradicate such
elementary, middle and high school
discrimination and violence.
students. All corps members are required to
Underwrite the expense of our
have varsity collegiate experience, giving
newsletter, "Sport in Society News."
Become a corporate sponsor for
them a unique appeal that helps make them
This publication, published four times per
our 1997 Annual Awards Banquet and
effective mentors for young people.
year, provides an opportunity to share
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. By
important news about our organization,
doing so, a corporation can become
Become a volunteer with the Jojo
programs and upcoming special events with
involved with a high profile event that
White Growth League. Join a corps of
the public. Each issue contains highlights
draws nearly 1,000 people from the world
dedicated volunteers from local
from programs and training workshops,
of business, sport and education, and
communities to work with middle school
informative articles about various societal
attracts tremendous media exposure and
students on their basketball and life skills
issues, staff highlights, interviews from
visibility. Involvement opportunities
every Saturday morning during the school
people from the world of sport, and much,
include: title and presenting sponsorships,
year.
much more. As a named or title sponsor of
table sponsorships, auction sponsors and
the newsletter, you would reap significant
reception sponsors, just to name a few.
For more information about how you or
exposure for your contribution for this
your company can become involved in any
much needed publication.
Join the AT&T Corporation and
of the above-mentioned opportunities, or
become a matching corporate
to learn more about other ways you can
Underwrite the expense for a part-
sponsor for Sport in Society's Athletes
aid in bringing about positive social change
time staff member. This is a great way for
in Service to America, a national
in our society through sport, contact
a corporation to educate one of its
AmeriCorps program. Working with
Sport in Society at (617)373-4025.
employees/interns about serious social
thousands of young people, Athletes in
Service to America focuses on violence
rt in Society and HBO host film premiere
from page 5
most memorable
society and that
social change.
moments from sports-
athletics present
SPORTS ON THE
oriented films from the
numerous universal
SILVER SCREEN
past century.
challenges. As a result,
debuted March 16,
movie fans are able to
Boston Cablevision's
1997, 8:00 PM/ET on
relate to the obstacles
HBO and is a film that
Hank Ferris gave
introductory remarks,
that athletes, real or
merits attention and
followed by Freeland
fictional, attempt to
recognition. Sport in
and Richard Lapchick.
overcome.
Society is extremely
SPORTS ON THE
grateful to HBO for its
SPORTS ON THE
SILVER SCREEN was
commitment to using
Photo by Don West
SILVER SCREEN
television and/or
Boxer Dana Rosenblatt and Olympic gold medalist Holly Metcalf
well received by the
illustrates how athletics
movies as a vehicle to
both attended the premiere of HBO's SPORTS ON THE SILVER
nearly 300 guests in
SCREEN.
is an ideal vehicle for
effect positive social
attendance, not only
the world of cinema to
for its entertainment
change through sport,
display the expansive
value, but for its
and for their support of
depth of the human
Sport in Society's
enlightening qualities
experience. Clips were
mission to use role
as well.
shown from a vast
model athletes to bring
array of movies such as
Sport in Society has
about such change.
"Raging Bull," "Bull
recognized the
NU Law School coop
Durham," and
universality of athletics
student Lennox Chase
numerous other film
and has used the appeal
assisted in the preparation
ics. The film
and lessons of sport
of this article.
es the idea that
and role-model athletes
Specific a microcosm of
to bring about positive
7
Northeastern University
Permit No. 430
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF TM
SPORT In SOCIETY
Boston, MA
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
PAID
360 Huntington Avenue, Suite 161CP
U.S. Postage
Northeastern University
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Non-Profit Org.
Sport in Society News
In this issue
Muhammad Ali proves he still has a legitimate
Muhammad Ali dazzles youth and
claim to "hero status" as people flock to see him
adults in Boston
I
AT&T makes charitable donation
By David Brown
to Athletes in Service to America
(A dozen students from area high schools were invited to attend the Muhammad Ali-
Donor Profile: Boston Celtics do
Thomas Hauser event and write stories for their school newspapers. Excerpts from
their work off the court, too
4-5
David Brown's story are shown here. Brown is editor-in-chief of the Woonsocket
High School [RI] Villa Novan).
Although most people don't often accept self-praise as truth, there is one
man whose boasts are both accepted and echoed. "I am the greatest,"
SAVE THE DATE
Muhammad Ali said after he defeated Sonny Liston in 1964 for his first
world heavyweight title. Since then, few have refuted his claim. In fact, his
Sport in Society's annual
success as a boxer is only part of his legacy, as now he is arguably the
fundraising banquet
greatest American hero.
Sport in Society's Annual Awards
Ali solidified his claim and hero status when he visited two Boston area
Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction
schools on February 4 to promote his new book, Healing: A Journal of
Ceremony will be held on Tuesday,
Tolerance and Understanding, and spread his message of tolerance. I was
October, 28, 1997, at the Boston
able to witness this event first-hand and join Ali and his entourage on a
Park Plaza Hotel.
charter bus for the day.
The day began with an early morning reception at the Ritz-Carlton H
Boston. I sat with the other half-awake high school journalists who were
Continued on page 6
Lou and Peter Harris complete
R 1997
first-year evaluation of
VOLUME 2, NUMBER
News
Athletes in Service to America
Lou and Peter Harris, America's best-known
public opinion analysts, evaluated Sport in
Society's Athletes in Service to America program
after its first year of service (1995-1996). Athletes
in Service to America utilizes current and former
collegiate student-athletes to work with
elementary, middle and high school students, as
well as youth at community centers, on violence
prevention and academic success. Called corps
members, these student-athletes are based at
Northeastern University, Canisius College, and the
Universities of Kentucky and Nevada.
Lou and Peter Harris' program evaluation, which
Sport in Society co-founders (left to right) Richard
was officially released in January of 1997,
Lapchick and Tom "Satch" Sanders, honor Northeastern
illustrates the amazing success of Athletes in
University President Emeritus John Curry at the awards
Service to America. The survey indicates that
banquet.
schools served by Athletes in Service to America
had significantly less violence than similar schools
Sport in Society annual
not served by the program, despite the fact that
their students came from more violent
banquet nets $200,000
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY'S CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
neighborhoods than where students at non-
Funds to be used for community programs
program schools lived. This powerful finding
suggests that something very positive was working
Close to 900 guests attended the 12th Sport in
to reduce violence at schools in the program.
Society Annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame
Induction Ceremony on November 19th at the
The following statistics are taken from the
Boston Park Plaza Hotel. The event honored the
evaluation and include students at all four Athletes
in Service to America sites.
annual Hall of Fame inductee, recipients of the
Giant Steps Awards, and included a special tribute
79% of students feel the corps members
to former Northeastern President John Curry. The
definitely or probably helped them avoid fighting
dinner, which netted $200,000 for Sport in
and violence.
Society, was hosted by ABC and ESPN sports
broadcaster Dick Schaap.
62% feel they were "taught practical skills you
can really use in difficult situations."
Wilma Rudolph was honored posthumously as
the 1996 Hall of Fame inductee. She was a 1960
More than one-third (34%) say the program
Olympic track and field gold medalist. Giant Steps
decreased the amount of violence in their school
awards were presented to
or summer program.
student-athletes Jennifer
Rizzotti and Michael
See pages 4-5
81% of students say they definitely or probably
Watson, civic leaders
for more
have more respect for kids of different races.
Paul Tagliabue and Gene
banquet photos
39% of students say they are more likely, as a
Upshaw, and coach
result of the work of corps members, to take
David Clark. Quadrennial Torchbearer Awards, in
action to try and stop boys from being violent to
honor of the 1996 Olympics, were presented to
girls.
Loretta Claiborne, Anita DeFrantz and Billy
Payne. Sport in Society co-founders Richard
68% say the corps members helped them
Lapchick and Tom "Satch" Sanders presented the
understand the effect of violence on television
tribute to Curry.
and in the movies.
Northeastern University Chairman of the Board of
61% of students say their grades definitely or
Trustees George Matthews and Trustee Patricia
probably improved as a result of the work
Taylor both presented awards, and President
performed by corps members.
Richard Freeland welcomed the guests on behalf
Over 70% of students feel the corps members are
of Northeastern.
good role models.
continued on page 5
Message from the Director
Sport Breaks
Richard Lapchick
Projects Jackson Katz,
A couple of months ago, back in October, a week of
speaks to 10,000 youth
and NCAS Western
sports drama had me questioning the value of sports
at Team Harmony III
Regional Office
Sport in Society
Director Keith Lee
participation. I ended the week, however, with
Director Richard
feelings of elation and joy that come from those
Lapchick addressed
Sport in Society
ultimate moments in sport.
over 10,000 middle
featured on Ch. 5's
"Chronicle"
and high school
While most people were glued to their television,
students at the Anti-
Spearheaded through
watching the twists and turns of the Yankees and the
the efforts of
Defamation League/
Braves in the World Series, I was more preoccupied
"World of Difference"
Marketing Director
with whether or not my wife and I were inflicting
Team Harmony III
June Ferestien, Channel
5's "Chronicle"
event on November
irreparable damage on our seven-year-old by
examined the role of
12th at the Fleet
insisting that she complete the season on her Milton
Center. Lapchick spoke
sports in society in its
(MA) Youth Soccer team
December 19th show.
of his fight against
The Center for the
racism in the anti-
It was a bitter cold Saturday morning during one of
apartheid movement
Study of Sport in
Emily's games, when I said the unspeakable to my
and how his
Society was featured as
wife, Ann. Emily had painfully played her usual two
experiences affected his
the leading proactive
minutes in the first half. The team's incredibly
role as a civil rights
organization using
athletes as role models
patient coaches had asked her every few minutes if
activist for the next
three decades. Sport in
to provide leadership
she was ready to go in, until she finally said yes with
Society was also a co-
and mentoring, to
welled-up eyes. I told Ann that I thought we should
sponsor of this event.
teach diversity and
consider letting this be her last Saturday of soccer.
conflict resolution
Ann didn't want Emily to think she could just quit.
Univ. of Nebraska
skills, and to reduce
football players
violence among young
We both know that girls gain life-long benefits from
participate in diversity
people.
playing sports. Girls who play are significantly less
and gender violence
The outreach effor
likely to use drugs or get pregnant; they have higher
training
Sport in Society's
Project TEAMWORK,
self-esteem and less depression. They graduate from
Athletes in Service to
Teamwork Leadership
high school and college at much higher rates than
Institute provided
America, and the
girls and women who don't play sports.
Mentors in Violence
diversity and gender
violence training to 180
Prevention (MVP)
But it was clear that Emily really did not want to
football players at the
Program were featured
play. It was not easy to get her out of the house six
University of Nebraska,
in the piece.
weeks earlier for the season opener. She had not
as well as senior
MVP and Project
played soccer before and the fact that there were
athletics staff, and the
TEAMWORK hire
boys on the team might have intimidated her. She
Unity Council, which
former corps members
walked on the field holding the hand of her best
consists of captains of
Two former Athletes in
Nebraska sports.
friend, Patty, and they continued to hold hands until
Service to America
the coach mercifully called for them to spread out. It
Trainers included Sport
corps members were
was humorous, but there was pain behind it.
in Society Director
hired as MVP training
Richard Lapchick,
specialists. David Kay,
She and Patty did run around some, but there was
Athletes in Service to
a graduate of Clark
little relation between their running and the location
America Director Bob
University, will focus
of their teammates and the ball. Emily eventually did
McCabe, MVP
primarily on MVP high
school outreach in
Director Don
kick the ball, but it was the same for the next four
Massachusetts. Tasha
McPherson, MVP
weeks.
Associate Director
Downing-Martin, a
University of Florida
Saturday mornings always started off with, "I don't
Byron Hurt, Director
of Special MVP
graduate, will take Over
want to go!" The coaches saw that her discomfort
continued on
continued on page 7
1996 Racial Report Card released in the fall
Jo Jo White Growth League
Sport in Society published its
grade of the three leagues and the
eighth annual Racial Report Card
same grade it received in 1995.
based at Sport in Society
rding the racial composition of
Major League Baseball maintained
Former Celtic directs community-based efforts
ers, coaches and front office
an overall "B," and the NFL
The Boston chapter of the
employees in the National
received a "B" for the fourth
Jo jo White Growth
Basketball Association (NBA),
consecutive year.
League, founded in 1993
National Football League (NFL),
and Major League Baseball.
Players associations
by former Boston Celtic
earn high grades
great Jo Jo White, is a new
The Racial Report Card also tracks
On the issue of providing
program under Sport in
information on female
significant professional
representation in off-field
Society's umbrella of
opportunities for people of color,
positions, as well as data on the
the National Basketball Players
outreach efforts. Jo Jo
respective players associations.
Association and National Football
White, manager of Sport
The purpose of the Racial Report
League Players Association ranked
in Society's NBA/NBPA
Jo Jo White
Card is to indicate areas of
far ahead of the leagues and
Continuing Education
improvement, stagnation and
teams. Both received "A's," while
Program, oversees the program, while day-to-day
regression in the racial and gender
the Major League Baseball Players
management is directed by Lisa Donnelly.
composition of professional sports
Association, which had a C- in
personnel, and to contribute to
1995, did not submit a report in
The Growth League fosters the belief that inner-city
expanded diversity in front office
1996.
youth, given the tools and skills, will become
positions.
Women narrow the gender gap
successful and valuable members of society. The
Opportunities decrease
Women continued to make inroads
program's mission is to provide boys and girls with
for people of color
in the league offices with all-time
appropriate learning experiences that support the
In general, pro sports is below its
bests in the NBA, Major League
values and skills they gain through the program.
previous peak levels in every
Baseball and the NFL. They also
gory, including player
achieved new highs as vice-
Two Boston public schools, the Shaw Middle School
ortunities, the commissioner's
presidents in the NBA and NFL,
and the Edgar Washington Middle School, kicked-off
and league offices, head coaching,
while holding steady with Major
the Boston chapter in January of 1997. Participating
and top management. The 1996
League Baseball teams in that
results show slight increases,
schools have teams of 15 young people (an equal
category. The number of women
however, in the numbers of people
in NBA and NFL professional
number of girls and boys). Every Saturday, they
of color in professional team
administrative positions increased
engage in problem-solving techniques for one hour,
administrative and coaching
dramatically.
followed by one hour of basketball. Everyone on the
positions. Only the categories of
Still room for improvement
teams plays an equal amount of time, and girls and
administration and assistant
coaching are at new highs.
Despite committed leadership in
boys play together. The scoring system emphasizes
the league offices of the NBA and
how well the children work together, not winning
As in all previous years, no league,
the NFL, and on Baseball's
games.
including the NBA, received an
Executive Committee, white males
"A" in the all-important category
have sustained their control of
Goals of the program include keeping children in
of front office hiring practices. The
management on most teams.
school and out of the criminal justice system,
NBA had "Bs" in the areas of top
Sport, America's most integrated
reducing teen-age pregnancy, helping children follow
management and administrative
workplace for players, has a long
positive life opportunities and becoming responsible
posts, while the NFL had a "C"
way to go before it becomes much
citizens of society.
and a "B," respectively. Baseball
better than society in who it hires
had a "C-" in top management.
in decision-making positions.
The NBA once again had the
Copies of the 1996 Racial Report
highest grade in virtually every
Card card are $5 and can be
"ior category. When all
ordered from Sport in Society.
gories were combined, the
Please call (617)373-4025 for
NBA received an "A-," the highest
more information.
3
1996 Sport in Society Annual Awards Banquet
Photos by Don West
Giant Steps Award winner David Clark (third from left) is shown with (left to
right) Katherine Pendergast, Vice-President of Human Resource Management
at Northeastern University, and his parents, Mrs. and Mr. Clark.
Giant Steps Award winner Anita DeFrantz speaks after
receiving her award.
contre
the
State
Boston Globe Sports Editor Don Skwar (left), who
recently added Assistant Managing Editor to his title, and
Jun
Globe Sports Columnist Dan Shaugnessy were caught by
surprise.
Torchbearer Award winner Loretta Claiborne (right) and her assistant, Joanne Simon,
chat before the banquet.
Shown from left to right are Walt Disney World Sports
Vice-President Reggie Williams, WILD's "Coach" Willie May,
Master of Ceremonies Dick Schaap, and Giant Steps Award
recipient Michael Watson.
Shown from left to right are Attorney-General Scott Harshbarger, Boston Athletic
Association (BAA) Sponsor Liaison Betsy Harshbarger, New England Patriots owner Bob
Kraft, Ron Burton, Sr., Executive Consultant, Community Relations with John Hancock
Financial Services, and BAA Director Guy Morse.
4
and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Bob Culver, Senior Vice-President and Treasurer of
Northeastern University, relaxes with Ron Burton, Sr.,
Executive Consultant, Community Relations, John Hancock
Financial Services.
Annual Awards Banquet a great success
Shown from left to right are Northeastern University President Richard Freeland, Tufts
from page I
University President John DiBiaggio and Bernard Solomon, a member of the
Northeastern University Board of Trustees.
Media that covered the event included USA
Today, the Boston Globe, WLVI-TV, WFXT-TV,
and New England Cable News
Silent auction triples revenues from last year
The silent auction was a tremendous success,
raising close to $19,000. Some of the high-bidding
items included signed Muhammad Ali boxing
gloves, a Sugar Bowl package donated by the Big
East with airfare from American Airlines, a 14-
person VIP suite to a Celtics games, donated by
the Boston Celtics, and tickets and airfare to the
U.S. Open championships next summer, donated
by Bud Collins and American Airlines.
Local Boston restaurants, including Brew Moon,
Davio's, the Hard Rock Cafe, and Olive's also
made contributions to the silent auction.
Giant Steps Award winner Jennifer Rizzotti, a member of the 1995
national champion women's basketball team and current player in the
Sport in Society staff offered creative packages.
American Basketball League, speaks with Sport in Society Director
June Ferestien, director of marketing and
Richard Lapchick.
development and a former professional tennis
player, donated five tennis lessons at the
Longfellow Racquet Club, which will provide
court time and balls. Mike Davis and Jo Jo White,
former NBA players who work on Sport in
Society's NBA/NBPA Continuing Education
Program, donated their time to play a two-on-two
game.
Eugene Reppucci, former Northeastern University
Director of Development, donated his fundraising
consulting services to a non-profit group for a
half-day.
ESPN broadcaster and former Excellence in Sports Journalism Award winner Bob Ley
(left), Giant Steps Award winner Gene Upshaw (center) and former New England Patriot
Andre Tippet gather for a moment.
5
THANK YOU!!
Northeastern University
Donor Profile
Office of the President
Sport in Society would
NYNEX
George Behrakis committed to the community
like to give a big thanks
The Reebok Foundation
Strong supporter of Sport in Society who cares about social issu
to the following
corporate sponsors for
The Rendon Group
George Behrakis is a recognized leader in both the
the 1996 Sport in Society
The Sporting News
community and the pharmaceutical field. The
Annual Awards Banquet
USA Group/Noel.Levitz
president and chief executive officer of Muro
and Hall of Fame
Grand Patron.Level
Induction Ceremony
Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Tewksbury-based
Anonymous
With the support-ofithe
BankBoston
manufacturer of ophthalmic products, Behrakis is
following companies, we
Barnes & Noble
extremely community-oriented.
exceeded our 1996 fund
Beckwith Elevator
raising.goals for the
Boston Athletic
He has supported Northeastern University and
event
Association
Sport in Society for several years, most recently
George Behrakis
Boston College
"Hall of Fame Level
donating $10,000 through the 1996 Sport in
Camp:Dresser & McKee
American Airlines
Society Annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony last
Concerned Black Men of
Bob Wool Associates
November. Those funds will be used strengthen Sport in Society programs
Massachusetts
Delphi Management
Consolidated Service
and outreach efforts.
Company, Inc.
ESPN
Corporation
In addition to his work at Muro, Behrakis is a member of the Northeastern
Coopers & Lybrand
The Gillette Company
Costello Contracting
University Board of Trustees, where he serves on four committees -
Major League Basebal
Daka Restaurants
development, athletics, student affairs and commencement, and academic
Muro Pharmaceutical
EASTPAK
National Basketball
affairs. Behrakis is a 1957 graduate of Northeastern.
Filene Basement
Association
Golf.Technologies
He has been recognized on many occasions for his community efforts, a
National Football League,
National Football League
Houghton Chemical
has been named "Man of the Year" by two organizations. In 1996, the
Corporation
Players/Association
Alpha Omega Council honored him with its "Man of the Year Award," and
ackson Construction
NIKE: Inc.
he received similar honors from Northern Middlesex County in 1987.
Mintz, Levin, Cohn,
Sports RadioWEEI 850
Walt Disney World
Ferris Glovsky &
In 1989, the New England chapter of the National Conference of Christians
Popeo P.C.
Sports
and Jews awarded Behrakis the Orthodox Award. That same year,
Boston Park PlazarHotel
Northeastern University
Merrimack College presented Behrakis, as an outstanding citizen in the
&Towers
College of Business
Administration:
Merrimack Valley region, with the Augustinian Award
Benefactor Level
Northeastern University
"There are few who can match George's enthusiasm for athletics,
The Anheuser Busch
Department of
Companies
Athletics
commitment to the important role of sport in the education process, and his
Benetton Sportsystem
Ortho L SA Inc
caring for the well-being of others," said Sport in Society Marketing Director
HBO Sports
Pressley Associates
June Ferestien, who has had the opportunity to work with Behrakis on
Liz Claiborne, Inc.
PridenTechnologies, Inc
several occasions. "He is a tremendous leader and role model.
Mass AV
Raytheon Company
National Hockey League
State Street Bank & Trust
Behrakis has also been honored for his work in the pharmaceutical field,
New England Patriots
Company,
demonstrating his commitment to all facets of life.
Northeastern University
Stride Rite Foundation
College of Arts &
The University of
Sciences
Connecticut
Northeastern University
Warren Conference
Office of Development
Center. Northeastern
University
6
This "soccer mom" knows her stuff from page 2
Participation in
was actually increasing and asked her if she was
two, and Emily did not protest going to soccer.
sports benefits
"mady to play" less often. She never approached,
Ann and Emily kicked the ball around in our yard
young girls
one kicked, the ball and the distance between
before we headed to the game, with Emily giving
Girls who participate in
Emily and the action grew greater each week. She
sports reap more
it a hard kick. "Why don't you kick it like this for
benefits than girls who
often looked for us on the sidelines, as her
the team?" Ann asked. Emily responded with a
don't participate in
teammates ran after the ball.
smile, "Because they might play me more!"
sports.
Girls who participate
I reluctantly went along
The coach put Emily in
in sports are 92% less
with Ann's wisdom at
She walked onto the field holding the
two minutes into the
likely than their peers to
half-time on that cold
hand of her best friend, Patty, and they
game, and she never
get involved in drugs
Saturday morning. We
continued to hold hands until the
came out during the first
Girls who participate
continued to present a
in sports are 80% less
half. We could not
likely than their peers to
united front to Emily
coach mercifully called for them to
believe our eyes. She ran
have an unwanted
and urged her to play,
spread out. It was humerous, but there
up and down the field
pregnancy.
but we both doubted
was pain behind it.
after the ball. She kicked
Girls who participate
that she was growing
it several times, never
in sports are three
times more likely than
from the experience.
looking across the field
their peers to graduate
Two nights after that game, I attended the
at us. She was part of a real team and we could
from high school.
Women's Sports Foundation's annual banquet. It
tell that she felt great.
Half of all girls who
participate in some kind
was the night of Game 2 of the World Series.
We drove home with a sense of jubilation. Soccer
of sport exhibit higher
More than 100 elite Olympic, professional and
had provided Emily with the fun and camaraderie
than average levels of
amateur female athletes attended. Of all of them, I
self-esteem and less
that sport is supposed to give youth. The girl who
depression.
happened to sit next to Kristine Lilly, No. 13 on
hated soccer a week ago came to me while I was
If a girl does not
the United States gold medal soccer team and U.S.
writing this and opened a doll catalog that she
participate in sports by
it's Female Athlete of the Year in 1994. She
had been studying for days. "Daddy, I finally
the time she is ten,
a autographs for Emily and Patty. It seemed
decided which one I want," she said and pointed
there is only a 10%
chance she will
like a good omen.
to a doll dressed in soccer gear.
participate when she is
25
By the next Saturday morning, there was
Thank you Ann for insisting. I don't understand
something different in the air. It was sunny and 70
These figures were
the politics of the "soccer mom" phenomenon,
compiled by the Women
degrees in Boston. The Yankees led three games to
but this soccer mom is one smart woman.
Sports Foundation.
Sport Breaks: News bits from Sport in Society from page 2
the MVP Female
sessions on diversity
Consortium to cover
the Concord Country
McPherson, and
Student-Athlete Project,
and conflict resolution
completion costs of the
Club on Monday,
Budget Administrator
working with college
with middle and high
documentary. I AM A
August 26th. Proceeds
Kelly Flynn. Richard
and high school-aged
school-aged students
MAN was one of six
from the celebrity
Lapchick delivered the
in Massachusetts.
women.
films across the country
charity event benefited
keynote address at the
to be granted this
the Boys and Girls
Sherry McClintock and
MVP Associate
dinner following the
honor. The film deals
Clubs of Brockton
event.
Wilfredo Ramos, also
Director Byron Hurt
with the social
(MA). Staff members
former Athletes in
granted funds for
construction of black
who donated their
Lapchick invited to
Service to America
documentary film
efforts to help make
serve for organizations
MVP Associate
masculinity in America.
corps members, were
the event a success
Richard Lapchick was
hired as Project
Director Byron Hurt,
Sport in Society co-
were NBA Program
named to the board of
TEAMWORK trainers.
developer and
sponsors Lee Elder
producer of the
Manager Jo Jo White,
the African-American
McClintock, a
Challenge Golf
Marketing and
Sports Hall of Fame,
Northeastern
documentary film, I
Tournament
Development Director
and was invited to
University graduate,
AM A MAN, was
Sport in Society co-
June Ferestien,
serve on the National
lamos, who is
recently awarded a
sponsored the fourth
Marketing Assistant
Committee on Society,
ently completing
$50,000 grant from the
annual Lee Elder
Suzi Katz, MVP
Culture and
his undergraduate
National Black
Challenge Golf
Program Director Don
Community.
degree, will lead
Programming
Tournament, held at
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
SPORT
Permit No. 430
Boston, MA
Boston, Massachusetts 02115
SOCIET
PAID
360 Huntington Avenue, Suite 161CP
U.S. Postage
Northeastern University
Non-Profit Org.
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Sport in Society News
TM
In this issue
Sport in Society Calendar
Lou Harris evaluates Athletes in
Service to America
April 6, 1997
National Student-Athlete Day (NSAD), sponsored by Sport in Society,
Sport in Society annual banquet
the National Consortium for Academics and Sports, and the NCAA,
a big success
honors high school and college student-athletes across the country
Annual banquet photos
4-5
for their ability to balance academics and athletics. For more
information on how to plan an NSAD event, contact Pamela Gutlon,
Sport in Society released 1996
NSAD national coordinator, at (617)373-4025.
Racial Report Card last fall
3
May 3, 1997
Donor Profile: George Behrakis
6
The Jo Jo White Growth League is hosting its third annual Charity
Challenge, which raises funds for the Boston chapter of the Growth
League. Corporate and individual teams can participate in a variety of
sports and games. For more information on the event and forming a
team, contact Lisa Donnelly, program manager, at (617)373-4025.
May 1997
Project TEAMWORK's sixth annual Human Rights Squad Forum will
be held at Northeastern University's Blackman Auditorium in early
May. Approximately 500 middle and high school students are expected
to attend this event, which includes student speakers and
entertainment, and thought-provoking break-out sessions. For more
information, contact Sarah Noone, communications coordinator, at
(617)373-4025.
Early May 1997
Keep an eye out for Sport in Society's spring newsletter!
(
SPORT In SOCIETY
Center for the Study
of Sport in Society
rd Goldman
Bill Littlefield
Gene Reppucci
Bernard Solomon
resident and General
Host, WBUR's Only a Game
Overseer
Board of Trustees
ger
4 New England
Donna Lopiano
Northeastern University Board of
Northeastern University
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Executive Director
Trustees
Doug Stamm
1997 Annual Awards Banquet
Harshbarger
Women's Sports Foundation
Dusty Rhodes
Director of Public Affairs/P.L.A.Y.
or Liaison
Royall Mack
President
NIKE. Inc.
and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremo
n Athletic Association
Vice President for Special Markets
Conventures Inc.
David Stern
ces Hesselbein
The Gillette Company
Chip Rives
Commissioner
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society
lent and CEO
President. Sports and
National Basketball Association
Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in
Joe Malone
rucker Foundation
Treasurer
Entertainment Marketing
Society, under the direction of Richard Lapchick, is dedicated
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Woolf Associates
Paul Tagliabue
ey Holloway
Commissioner
to the idea that the sports community can, and should, take a
lent
Rachel Robinson
George Matthews
National Football League
lead role in bringing about positive social change.
erned Black Men of
Chairman
Founder
achusetts
Northeastern University Board of
Jackie Robinson Foundation
Patricia Taylor
Vice President for Administration
The mission is to increase awareness of sport and its relation
S Host
Trustees
E. Macey Russell, Esq.
and Finance
to society, and to develop programs that identify problems, offer
C. Thomas McMillen
Partner
Houghton Chemical Corporation
solutions, and promote the benefits of sport.
Communications
Co-Chair
Peabody & Arnold
Michael Tranghese
rend Jesse Jackson
President's Council on Physical
Tom "Satch" Sanders
Commissioner
Since Sport in Society's founding in 1984, an important part of
fent
Fitness and Sport
Vice President of Player Programs
BIG EAST Conference
ow/PUSH Coalition
that mission has been to honor and acknowledge those
National Basketball Association
Frances Moseley
Randy Vataha
individuals who, through their involvement with sport, have
Jaynes
President and CEO
Dick Schaap
Principal
helped bring about positive social change.
Executive Officer
Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston
Host
Game Plan, Inc.
n's Basketball Coaches
Monroe Moseley
ABC Sports, ESPN
ciation
Barbara Wandyes
Programs include:
Vice President
Sal Schiliro
Executive Director
Athletes in Service to America
ard Kazmaier
Isaacson, Miller
Publisher
R.O.S.E. Fund
dent
Street & Smith
Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Program
aier Associates, Inc
Larry Moulter
Deborah Wennett
Project TEAMWORK
President
Dick Schultz
Co-President
I Kee
Woolf Associates
Jojo White Growth League
Executive Director
Sports Lodge of New England
tor of Operations
United States Olympic Committee
Hoop Dreams & More
Thomas O'Neill
is Basement
Reggie Williams
TEAMWORK South Africa
Chairman
Eli Segal
Vice President
ard Kennedy
McDermott/O'Neill
President and CEO
Walt Disney World Sports
Sports CAP
Senator
Richard Ollen
Welfare to Work Partnership
Urban Youth Sports
Joyce Williams-Mitchell
ph Kennedy II
Trustee
Bud Selig
Executive Director
Congressman
Northeastern University
Chairman, Executive Council
Massachusetts Coalition of
The Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Kerry
Edward Owens
Major League Baseball
Battered Women Service Groups
Northeastern University
Senator
President
Rudy Simchak
Michael Wilson
360 Huntington Avenue
Owens Companies
ert Kraft
Director of Operations
Senior Vice President
Suite 161 CP
If
Sam Ramsamy
Daka Restaurants
State Street Corporation
Boston, MA 02115
Tuesday, October 28,
lew England Patriots
President
Robert Skelly
Jason Wolfe
617.373.4025
National Olympic Committee of
and Douglas Krupp
Vice President
Co-President
Boston Park Plaza Hote
South Africa
Raytheon Company
Sports Lodge of New England
rt Layne
John Rawlings
itive Vice President,
Gary Smith
Lenny Zakim
Senior Vice President/Editorial
eting and Sales
Senior Vice President
New England Regional Director
Director
Boston Celtics
Houghton Mifflin Company
Anti-Defamation League
The Sporting News
ert Lipsyte
Rick Rendon
mnist
Senior Partner
Vew York Times
The Rendon Group
Coach: Jack Aker
Jack Aker is a Potowatomi Indian who spent thirty years in
professional baseball, including eleven years as a pitcher with
the A's, Yankees, Cubs, Mets, and Braves. He was also a
coach and manager for several teams, prior to officially leaving
The Sporting News
professional baseball in the late 1980's Aker has since turned
Print Media
his talents to teaching the skills and disciplines of the sport
through a traveling baseball camp for Indian youth, many of
Ever since John/Rawlings assumed the position of editor in
whom have never seen a professional baseball game and
1990. The Sporting News has reflected the mission statement
rarely get the chance to participate in organized sports.
of Sport in Society by consistently producing powerful stories
Offering an alternative to drugs and alcohol, these baseball
and enhancing our understanding of sport's impact on society.
clinics promote constructive activities and give the children
As ournation's oldest continuously published sports magazine
egoals and reasons to stay in school. Aker currently runs the
Jack Aker Baseball School in Arizona.
Excellence LACCICCE in Sports Sports
The Sporting News mixes social commentary with high profile
features and expert game analysis. and raises expectations of
ourselves and our sports. Recent articles of particular ment
Journalism Awards
include) "In Praise of Women Athletes" and "Addiction by
Awalus
Distraction. by Steve Marantz, "Let's Let Kids Be Kids' and
College Football Makes $$$$ Not Sense" by Dave Kindred.
John Rawlings is the Senior Vice President/EditorialiDirector
Giant Steps Awards
Giant Awarus
NY
ESPN's Outside the Lines
"Breaking the Line: Jackie
Robinson's Legacy" and
"Town Meeting: Sports in Black
& White"
WCVB-TV5's High Five
Broadcast Media
Broadcast Media
ESPN presented the most thought-
In 1985, WCVB-TV Channel 5, in Boston, initiated High Five,
provoking sports broadcast of the
a weekly report highlighting the achievements of high school
year in Outside the Lines "Breaking
student-athletes in New England. The show is hosted by sports
the Line: Jackie Robinson's Legacy"
anchor Mike Lynch, voted Massachusetts "Sportscaster of the
Courageous Male Student-Athlete: Lawrence Wright)
and "Town Meeting Sports in Black
Year" from 1987 to 1994. Each June, as part of WCVB's
& White." Fifty years afternRobinson
continuing campaign in support of education, Lynch
Lawrence Wright was a member of the 1996 national cham-
inspirational debut, Outside the Lines
announces the Athlete of the Year on a prime time special of
pion University of Florida football team and received the
interviewed baseball players for whom Robinson opened the
High Five. That student receives a college scholarship.
1996 Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back. He
sport's doors. The investigative piece enlightened us with
was a first-team AII-SEC choice in both 1995 and 1996, and
sobering accounts from opponents of the 1947 Dodgers,
High Five is made possible by the work of photographers
a third-team All-America honoree in 1995. Lawrence earned
revealing truths about the players' conspiracies to strike; the
Richard Dunham and Rodney Grace, reporters Mike Dowling
SEC Academic Honor Roll status four times. and was named
show also highlighted the unveiling of FBI files kept on
and Ed Harding. producers Paul Lucey and Matt Smith and
to the 1996 College Football Association Scholar- A
Robinson. Finally, Reverend Jesse Jackson gave an updated
Sports Director Mike Fernandez.
Team. However, there is more to Lawrence Wright tha
version of the eulogy he delivered at Robinson's 1972 funeral.
exceptional athletic and academic accomplishment
The second part of the special, "Town Meeting: Sports in
1994, he founded Right Trak, a weekend summer camptor
Black & White," was a live forum moderated by Ted Koppel
forty underprivileged youth in Miami. Wright teaches these
Civic Leader: Reggie White
Coach: Jack Aker
Reggie White, the defensive end for the Green Bay Packers, is
Jack Aker is a Potowatomi Indian who
Jackie Robinson
than just the NFL career sack leader and member of the
professional baseball, including eleven ye
Super Bowl team. He has proven himself to be a man of
the A's, Yankees, Cubs, Mets, and Bra
Hall of Fame Inductee
principle and of commitment to his community. While he was
coach and manager for several teams, pri
with the Philadelphia Eagles, White performed outreach to
professional baseball in the late 1980's. A
teenagers on the streets of Philadelphia to convince them to
his talents to teaching the skills and dis
stay in school and away from drugs. He also organized the
through a traveling baseball camp for Ir
Community Development Bank in Knoxville, Tennessee, to
have never seen a professional
help those who could not otherwise qualify for bank loans.
rarely get the chance to participate
America changed in the spring of 1947: Jackie Robinson
Most recently. he has become the major thrust behind the
"Offering an alternative to drugs and alc
broke baseball's color barrier and altered the face of sports,
Dodger
effort to raise money to rebuild the black churches burned
clinics promote constructive activities a
and our country, forever
down throughout the country. This cause holds added
goals and reasons to stay in school. Aki
As we celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of his historic debut,
significance for White, as he is co-pastor of a church in
Jack Aker Baseball School in Arizona.
Knoxville that was burned to the ground in 1996. His fund
Robinson's accomplishments on the field have already been
raising effort, targeting money from NFL players' annual dues,
well documented: Rookie of the Year, 1949 MVP and Batting
stands to raise as much as $8 million.
Champion, Stolen Base title in 1947, a World Series ring in
1955, and membership in the prestigious Baseball Hall of
Fame. Yet déspite his success, and perhaps because of it, the
1997 Sport in Society
hopes of an'entire race were placed on Robinson's shoulders.
Sport in Society's 1997 Giant Steps
Annual Awards Banquet and
He was scrutinized from city to city-not only as an athlete.
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
but as a representative of his race. Within the black community,
Robinson's contributions to society surpass even his accom-
NY
Tuesday
plishments in baseball His achievements in baseball and
October 28, 1997
struggles against racism have ensured his status as hero.
Growing up in the only black family in his neighborhood, he
Boston Park Plaza Hotel
learned to overcome prejudice at an early age. Proud and
competitive, Robinson became the first student-athlete to win
Reception
varsity-letters in four sports at UCLA, where he also received
5:30 PM
All American football honors in 1941. Later, as racial discrim-
ination threatened his military career, he again refused to
Dinner and Awards Program
consider himself a victim. During his years in baseball, he
6:30 PM
rejected the deeply rooted customs of segregation in the North
and South. He became a successful business executive after
Courageous Female Student-Athlete: Jodi Norton
Courageous Male Student-Athlet
Honorary Banquet Chairperson
his retirement from baseball. Robinson's charisma, zeal. and
The President of the United States
strong commitment to the cause of civil rights made him as
Jodi Norton's focus and perseverance have been instrumental
Lawrence Wright was a member of the 19
important a leader of people as he was of players.
to her success. In 1993, Jodi Norton was diagnosed with
pion University of Florida football team
Master of Ceremonies
Lupus Erythematosus, a chronic systemic autoimmune
1996 Thorpe Award as the nation's top
Few individuals are given such ample opportunity to prove
Dick Schaap
National Baseball Hall of Fame Library, Cooperstown, NY
disease. That same year, she transferred from the University of
was a first-team AII-SEC choice in both 1
themselves. When faced with such obstacles and adversity,
Arizona to Columbia University. She battled bouts of meningitis,
a third-team All-America honoree in 199
Sports Commentator,ABC/ESPN
even fewer succeed. No athlete has done more to draw
pericarditis, and recovered from Lyme's Disease and
SEC Academic Honor Roll status four tim
public attention to the issue of race and sports. Just as
Raynaud's Disease. Despite such illnesses, Norton remained
to the 1996 College Football Associat
Robinson's dancing off third base once was a challenge to
an active member of Columbia's diving and swimming teams.
Team. However, there is more to Lawrer
pitchers, his achievements now serve as a challenge-and an
Her experiences have led her to educate and encourage
exceptional athletic and academic ac
inspiration-to millions. We remember and celebrate his past
others; she has spoken extensively to students about Lupus
1994, he founded Right Trak, a weeken
to help shape our future.
and regularly visits hospitals. through the Child Life Program
forty underprivileged youth in Miami. W
We are proud to induct Jackie Robinson posthumously into
to meet with children who have undergone chemothera
children study skills and advises them
the Sport in Society Hall of Fame. Jackie's wife, Rachel
addition, Norton has taught diving to young people
right choices. The camp has become a y
Robinson, who has helped continue his dreams through the
worked with Athletes in Action. In 1996. Norton received
funded mentoring program.
Jackie Robinson Foundation. will accept the induction.
ECAC Award of Valor. Currently, she is completing a degreerin
Coach: Jack Aker
Jack Aker is a Potowatomi Indian who spent thirty years in
professional baseball, including eleven years as a pitcher with
Sporting News
the A's, Yankees, Cubs, Mets, and Braves. He was also a
coach and manager for several teams, prior to officially leaving
The Sporting News
professional baseball in the late 1980's. Aker has since turned
Print Media
his talents to teaching the skills and disciplines of the sport
through a traveling baseball camp for Indian youth, many of
Ever since John Rawlings assumed the position of editor in
have never seen a professional baseball game and
1990, The Sporting News has reflected the mission statement
rarely get the chance to participate in organized sports.
of Sport in Society by consistently producing powerful stories
Offering an alternative to drugs and alcohol, these baseball
and enhancing our understanding of sport's impact on society
clinics promote constructive activities and give the children
As ournation's oldest continuously published sports magazine,
goals and reasons to stay in school. Aker currently runs the
Excellence in Sports
The Sporting News mixes social commentary with high profile
Jack Aker Baseball School in Arizona.
LACCICICE Sports
features and expert game analysis, and raises expectations of
ourselves and our sports Recent articles of particular merit
Journalism Awards
include "In Praise of Women Athletes" and "Addiction by
Journalism Awalus
Distraction, by Steve Marantz, "Let's Let Kids Be Kids' and
College Football Makes $$$$ Not Sense" by Dave Kindred.
John Rawlings IS the Senior Vice President/EditorialaDirector.
Giant Steps Awards
Diant Awarus
NY
ESPN's Outside the Lines
"Breaking the Line: Jackie
Robinson's Legacy" and
"Town Meeting: Sports in Black
& White"
WCVB-TV5's High Five
Broadcast Media
Broadcast Media
ESPN presented the most thought-
In 1985, WCVB-TV Channel 5. in Boston. initiated High Five,
provoking sports broadcast of the
a weekly report highlighting the achievements of high school
year in Outside the Lines "Breaking
student-athletes in New England. The show is hosted by sports
the Line: Jackie Robinson's Legacy"
anchor Mike Lynch, voted Massachusetts' "Sportscasteriof the
Courageous Male Student-Athlete: Lawrence Wright
and "Town Meeting Sports in Black
Year" from 1987 to 1994 Each June, as part of WCVB's
& White." Fifty years ter-Robinson's
continuing campaign in support of education, Lynch
Lawrence Wright was a member of the 1996 national cham-
inspirational debut, Outside the Lines
announces the Athlete of the Year on a prime time special of
pion University of Florida football team and received the
interviewed baseball players for whom Robinson opened the
High Five. That student receives a college scholarship.
1996 Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back. He
sport's doors. The investigative piece enlightened us with
was a first-team AII-SEC choice in both 1995 and 1996, and
sobering accounts from opponents of the 1947 Dodgers,
High Five is made possible by the work of photographers
a third-team All-America honoree in 1995. Lawrence earned
revealing truths about the players' conspiracies to strike; the
Richard Dunham and Rodney Grace, reporters Mike Dowling
SEC Academic Honor Roll status four times, and was named
show also highlighted the unverling of FBI files kept on
and Ed Harding, producers Paul Lucey and Matt Smith, and
to the 1996 College Football Association Scholar-Ath
Robinson. Finally, Reverend Jesse Jackson gave an updated
Sports Director Mike Fernandez.
Team. However, there is more to Lawrence Wright thank
version of the eulogy he delivered at Robinson's 1972 funeral.
exceptional athletic and academic accomplishments
The second part of the special, "Town Meeting: Sports in
1994, he founded Right Trak. a weekend summer camptor
Black & White," was a live forum moderated by Ted Koppel
forty underprivileged youth in Miami, Wright teaches these
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
August 15, 1997
Marm greetings to everyone gathered in Bcaton for the
annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
sponsored by Northeastern University' S Center for the Study
of Sport in Society and the National Conscrtium for Academics
and Sports. As Honorary Banquet Chairperson, = am pleased
to join you in paying tribute to this year's Hall of Fame
inductees whose contributions to society extend far beyond
sports
The National Consortium for Academics and Sports and
Sport in Society 3 mission to help young people find the
balance between academics and athletics is a difficult,
yet extremely important task. Your efforts are helping to
reduce violence. increase academic achievement, and foster
self-confidence and strong values in our nation's youth.
your inductees have proven by example that balance is
required in every successful endeavor. I commend them for
their commitment to excellence and selfless service. Each
of you are helping to create a brighter future for us all.
Best wishes for a memorable banquet.
Brus Clinton
SPORT In SOCIETY
THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF SPORT IN SOCIETY
TM
1997 AWARDS BANQUET FACT SHEET
WHAT:
1997 Center for the Study of Sport in Society
Annual Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
WHEN:
Tuesday, October 28, 1997
Reception
5:30 PM
Dinner and Awards Program
6:30 PM
WHO:
Honorary Banquet Chairperson
President William Jefferson Clinton
Master of Ceremonies
Dick Schaap
Sports Commentator, ABC/ESPN
Hall of Fame Inductee
Jackie Robinson
1997 Giant Steps Awards
Civic Leader
Reggie White
Green Bay Packers
Coach
Jack Aker
Native American Coach, Former MLB Player/Coach
Courageous Student-Athlete
Lawrence Wright
University of Florida
Courageous Student-Athlete
Jodi Norton
Columbia University
1997 Excellence in Sports Journalism Award, Broadcast Media
ESPN Outside the Lines
Breaking the Line:Jackie Robinson's Legacy,
ESPN Town Meeting: Sports in Black & White
WCVB-TV, Channel 5
High Five
1997 Excellence in Sports Journalism Award, Print Media
The Sporting News
John Rawlings, Editor
WHERE:
Boston Park Plaza Hotel and Towers
Boston, MA
For more information, contact Adam Zand at Northeastern University's
Center for the Study of Sport in Society, (617) 373-3159.
Richard Lapchick, Director
Northeastern University
360 Huntington Avenue, 161 CP
Tel. (617) 373-4025
Boston, MA 02115
FAX (617) 373-4566
NATIONAL CONSORTIUM FOR ACADEMICS AND SPORTS
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 27-29, 1997
Boston Park Plaza
Tentative Agenda
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1997
9:00 12:00 PM
NCAS Regional Director and Executive Committee Meeting
Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Training
Georgian Room (Mezzanine Level)
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Lunch (on own)
1:30 - - 3:45 PM
NCAS Regional Director and Executive Committee Meeting
TEAMWORK Leadership Institute Training
4:00 - 6:00 PM
NCAS Executive Committee Meeting
Georgian Room (Mezzanine Level)
7:00 - 10:00 PM
Reception
NCAS Hospitality Room (Garden Suite)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1997
8:15 9:00 AM
Registration and coffee
Georgian Room (Mezzanine Level)
9:00 9:15 AM
Opening and Introductions
Tom Miller, Chair, NCAS Executive Committee
Welcome
Richard Freeland, President, Northeastern University
9:15 9:45 AM
State of the Consortium
Richard Lapchick, Director, NCAS
9:45 - 11:00 AM
The Presidents Speak
During this panel, we will hear from the perspective of college presidents on
all issues related college athletics, including Title IX, race in sport, academic
standards, and sportsmanship. There will be four breakout sessions following
the panelists, each dealing with one issue. Each group will meet, record the
session and report back to the main group.
Panelists
Joseph Crowley, President. University of Nevada
(former NCAA President)
John DiBiaggio, President, Tufts University
Adrian Tinsley, President. Bridgewater State College
Roger Webb, President, Central Oklahoma State University
Richard Freeland, President, Northeastern University (Moderator)
11:00 12:00 AM
Breakout Sessions
Georgian Room - Group 1 Green Sticker
St. James Room (4th Floor) . Group 2 Red Sticker
Beacon Hill Room (4th Floor), Group 3 Blue Sticker
Charles River (4th Floor), - Group 4 Yellow Sticker
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Lunch (on own)
1:15 - 1:45 PM
Reporting of Breakout Session
Georgian Room
1:45 - 3:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Partnering with Community Agencies to
Develop Outreach and Community Service Programs
This panel will focus on building relationships between athletic
departments and community agencies to develop strong ties in the
community and strong outreach and community service programs. It
will help clarify the needs of those agencies and how to utilize their
programs for outreach with student-athletes.
Panelists:
Marilyn Anderson-Chase. Vice President of Community Investment
The United Way
Peter Welsh, Chief of Policy and Planning, Boston Mayor's Office
Edward Hoell, Club Director, Boys & Girls Clubs of South Boston
Doris Bunte, Community Relations Coordinator, Sport in Society (Moderator)
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Training:
MVP will present an interactive training session for all conference attendees.
This is the actual training session presented to college-student-athletes at
colleges and universities across the country. You will have the opportunity to
learn first hand about MVP by directly participating in the program.
5:30 PM
Reception
Stanbro Room (Mezzanine)
6:30 PM
Annual Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet
Imperial & Plaza Ballrooms (Mezzanine)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1996
8:30 9:00 AM
Registration and coffee
Georgian Room
9:00 10:15 AM
Panel Discussion: Career Transition Education for
Student-Athletes
This pane! will focus on issues dealing with transition education for
college student-athletes and dealing with the social, emotional and
psychological ramifications of their career endings due to injury, cut from
team. not making the pros or eligibility expiring.
Panelists:
Tom House, Author of The Jock's Itch
Buzz Kurpius. Director of Academic Advising, Indiana University and
Former President, NAAAA
Jodi Norton, Former Student-Athlete, Columbia University
Al Petipas, Professor of Psychology. Springfield College
Diana Kenepp, Director of Academic Support for Student-Athletes.
Pennsylvania State University (Moderator)
10:15 10:30
Break
10:30 11:45
Panel Discussion: Title IX: Athletic Opportunity for Women
in American Higher Education
On this twenty-fifth anniversary of Title IX. we will discuss successes made
toward gaining equality in college athietics, current law suits and what still
needs to be done for women on our college campuses.
Betsy Alden, Athletic Director, Ithaca College
Donna Lopiano, Executive Director, Women's Sports Foundation
Don Sabo. Professor of Social Sciences, D'Youville College
Sanva Tyler, Head Women's Basketball Coach, Howard University
Holly Metcalf, Olympic Gold Medalist (moderator)
12:00 1:45
Luncheon Panel Discussion: The Student-Athletes Speak
Plaza Ballroom
During this luncheon, we will hear from the perspective of college student-
athletes on all issues related to coilege athletics including Title IX, race in sport,
academic standards, and sportsmanship.
Bridget Niland, Student-Athlete, State University of New York.
Buffaio
Frank Soltesz. Student-Athlete, University of Massachusetts Boston
Vladimir Gomez. Student-Athlete, Northeastern University
Ron Stratten. Group Executive Director for Education Services. NCAA
Bob Costas. Host & Sportscaster, NBC Sports (Moderator)
1:45 2:15
Development Dynamics: Blue Print for Building
High Performance
Rapid and revolutionary change has become the norm throughout the athletic
and scholastic environments of higher education. During this segment, NCAS
members will learn of an exciting new developmentai education entitled
Blueprint for Building High Performance (TM). This presentation will help you
understand how this educational experience can help your scholastic and
athletic department staff engage these changes as an adventure, helping them
define and focus the entire organization on the challenges ahead. You will see
the potential this education has to help athletic departments and their athletic
teams reach new levels of performance and its efficacy in providing student-
athietes with the tools for achieving their full potential scholastically,
athletically and in life.
2:15 3:15
NCAS Regional Reports:
Keith Lee, NCAS Western Region
Tom Kowalski. NCAS Midwestern Region
Suzi Katz, NCAS Southern Region
Bob Bradley, NCAS South Central Region
3:15 3:40
Athletes in Service to America: New Sites in 1997-98
Bob McCabe. Director, Athletes in Service to America
3:40 - 4:00
Boston's Youth Congress Initiative
Art Taylor, Director, Urban Youth Sports, Sport in Society
Kevin Fitzgerald, Community Outreach Coordinator, Sport in Society
Recent studies have revealed that 10% of urbar youth participate in organized
sports, as compared to 85% of their suburban counterparts In order to address
this problem, Sport in Society has convened a national conference, established
a Youth Sports Congress in Boston, and developed a model for use by other
cities with consultation from NCAS members.
4:00
Meeting Adjourned
Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society
The mission of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society is to increase awareness of sport and its relation
to society and to develop programs which identify problems, offer solutions and promote the benefits of sport.
Athletes in Service to America, funded partially by AmeriCorps, is a community service program that places
student-athletes in mentoring roles with young people. The student-athletes -- working throughout the school
year at elementary, middle, and high schools -- concentrate on violence prevention, and school success.
Project TEAMWORK sends a multi-racial, mixed gender team of former sports heroes into middle and high
schools to help develop a greater awareness for ethnic, racial, and gender sensitivity, issues of human rights,
violence prevention, and conflict resolution.
Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) Program trains college age male student-athletes to provide leadership
to young men on issues that traditionally have been considered "women's issues," such as rape, battering, and
sexual harassment. MVP has also developed a women's component that sends current and former female
student-athletes into schools to help empower young women to confront all forms of gender violence.
Jojo White Growth League started in January 1997 serves over 200 middle school students from the Boston Public
Schools. This program operates in classrooms and on basketball courts every Saturday morning throughout the
school year, and develops the values and goals necessary for success in life.
The National Consortium for Academics and Sports unites over 100 institutions of higher education to "Keep
the STUDENT in the STUDENT-Athlete." Academics and Sports is committed to assisting former student-
athletes in their return to school, tuition-free, in order to complete their degrees. In return, these athletes join in
their school's Outreach and Community Service programs which teach positive messages about avoiding drug
and alcohol use, developing racial sensitivity, staying in school and balancing academics and athletics.
National STUDENT-Athlete Day - April 6 - was established to honor those parents, coaches, teachers, and
civic leaders as well as the student-athletes themselves -- who are helping to strike a proper balance
between academics and athletics while serving their communities.
TEAMWORK- Africa is an initiative designed to use sports to help improve race relations and promote
sports development in post-apartheid South Africa. Collaborating partners include the National Olympic
Committee of South Africa, the NBA, and the NBPA.
Sports CAP (Career Awareness and Placement) will provide women and people of color with improved access to
sporting industry positions ranging from internships to high-level management, legal and medical position.
Sports CAP will disseminate information on the existence of the job bank to national organizations.
Hoop Dreams and More is an outreach program designed to bring young people and their parents together with
Center staff and other partners to learn from the acclaimed film Hoop Dreams. The training teams use the film
as a discussion tool for avoiding substance abuse, balancing academics and athletics, and exploring inter-
personal and family responsibilities.
Sport in Society instituted Research includes the Racial Report Card, a longitudinal study of minority hiring in
professional sports, and the Louis Harris Survey regarding high school students attitudes on human rights
issues, violence and racism.
The Sport in Society Hall of Fame honors people from the world of sport who make an especially significant
contribution to society, one that extends beyond the game itself. Giant Steps Awards are given annually to men
and women who believe that the sports community can - and must -- take a leading role in addressing society's
problems. Excellence in Sports Journalism Awards, presented with the Northeastern's School of Journalism,
honor achievements that enhance society's understanding of the impact of sport on our culture.
For more information regarding the above programs, please contact Richard Lapchick,
Director, The Center for the Study of Sport in Society,
360 Huntington Avenue, Suite 161 CP, Boston, MA 02115 Phone: (617) 373-4025
CLINTON LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY
Pena: MVP
Wednesday, September 17, 1997
PENA, from page 44
been as easy for Pena
his summer torching the Cape
At 14, he moved to America
RATION OF NU SPORTS
Cod League as the first
with his family. He didn
baseman for the Wareham
know English and had never
Gatemen.
seen snow. It was tough
"I wasn't surprised as much
with the language barrier and
as I would say I was happy
the culture and the weather,
[about the season], Pena said
Pena said.
Tuesday night
It's hard to believe Pena
The Cape Cod League is
would have problems making
reputedly the toughest
friends; after a 10-minute
amateur léague in the nation.
phone call of an interviewer
Pena made it look like tee
he never met, he repeatedly
ball, hitting 318 (3rd in
wished the person on the other
league) with eight homers
end of the phone well.
(first) and 33 RBIs (first)
Wilde and McPhee both
John Wilde, the general
said that the -year-old first
manager of the Gatemen,
sacker was one of the most
raved about Pena's perfor-
polite and well-liked people
mance.
they had ever met
He absolutely tore up the
He's one of the most solid
Cape League, Wilde said
people I've ever coached,
He may well have made
McPhee said. He got a very
himself a million dollars this
mature outlook to life, and
summer.
that's going to be very, very
His glove was as hot as his
important in the next year.
bat as he handled 418 of 419
The next year will more
chances flawlessly, including
than likely bring scads of
THE NORTHEASTERN NEWS
416 straight.
scouts and more than likely an
After a solid regular season
early-round draft pick
Carlos Pena during his season with the Wareham Gatemen.
at NU came what Coach Neil
Baseball expert Peter
(News photocourtesy of the Lawrence Eagle-Tribune)
McPhee called the big
Gammons has already
jump
predicted Pena as a- first- or
Pena: the brilliant present
Pena was the MVP of the
second-round pick:
America East tournament,
Pena's replies to such
thèn jumped right into the
weighty expectations that he
By Joshua Trudell
News Staff
Cape Cod League, where his
may soon be playing, with his
eight home runs is the most
idol, Ken Griffey Jr.
Carlos Pena spent his summer vacation probably mäking
ever in a league that has seen
That's up to God." he said,
himself a million dollars richer.
Jeff Bagwell, Mo. Vaughn and
whatever happens
Frank Thomas take their cuts.
Pena. Northeastern's starting first baseman during their run to
the NCAA tournament last spring, spent
However, it hasn't always
See PENA, page 39
PHOTOCOPY
PRESERVATION
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
OCTOBER 8, 1997
Clinton Presidential Records
Digital Records Marker
This is not a presidential record. This is used as an administrative
marker by the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Staff.
This marker identifies the place of a tabbed divider. Given our
digitization capabilities, we are sometimes unable to adequately
scan such dividers. The title from the original document is
indicated below.
Divider Title:
10
THE PRESIDENT 5-20-98 HAS SEEM
Turnitor -Fight stored Cories
attut
to curroher was States 19.1
cos
Burkheilt
IN FOCUS: MARK OF DISTINCTION
EE
Holes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Out
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
in
Total
Yards
387
548
196
561
368
379
426
450
182
3497
392
164
593
456
408
325
419
229
537
3523
7020
ur
4
5
3
5
4
4
4
4
3
36
4
3
5
4
4
4
4
3
5
36
72
Dan Burkhardt
4
/
5
3
3
4
3
2
3
?
5
4
4
3
4
2
4
59
Rm. 94
27
Insurance
by Signature Suyder III
32
Competitor's Signature
showed no
e prosecu-
I would
week ago
Courtesy Name Tow
house for
Record mark: Notah Begay III's signature is on the bottom right of the scorecard of his Nike Tour record-breaking 59 that tied the PGA Tour's best mark he shot in the
reet, then
second round of the Nike Dominion Open on Friday. Begay finished tied for sixth Sunday with rounds of 70-59-74-74 at The Dominion Club in Glen Allen, Va.
er had to
donice F41- you
awrence
him to
or face
One for the record books
as prose-
stimony
in from
we ravolve him him
Nike's Begay
a
the nine
years in
ties mark
insurer
ning that
training
with 59 round
ight
0.000 by
By Harry Blauvelt
jight was
USA TODAY
earring
them
GLEN ALLEN, Va. Notah
out his
Begay 111, the man who
failed
matched golf's magic number
with a record-tying round of 59,
udge's
brings an imposing presence to
room
the Nike Tour.
ring
He's 8 full-blooded Native
Nelson,
American with an economics
degree from Stanford, where
ently
he was a teammate of Casey
ould
for
Martin and Tiger Woods
end
He admits his temper some-
and
times Is a problem on the
as
course. He wears a thin gold
arple
earring on each ear.
you please
see
"I'll bet (PGA Commission-
lips.
er) Tim Finchem is rolling
All,
over in his sleep thinking about
the
me coming on the PGA Tour
check
$150
with two earrings," says a smil-
oxing
ing Begay, 25, who was born
oves
and lives in Albuquerque.
Notah Begay (NO-tuh bih
GAY) shot 13-under-par 59 in
waited
Friday's second round of the
andmake and W/PIR
Nike Dominion Open at The
Dominion Club, a 7,020-yard
layout near Richmond, Va., de-
signed by Curtis Strange.
Begay sank an 8-foot putt for
birdle on the final hole, then
raised his arms like a victori-
By Aaron
ous boxer and broke into an
One of a kind: Nike Tour player Notah Begay is the the only full-blooded Native American playing on any of the major U.S. pro gott
earring-to-earring grin
"The only time I was ner-
"I'm a full-blooded Native
than Notah, attends the Univer-
followed by one day a two-
Old Dominion bonanza.
sure we are draftly
vous was the last putt," he says.
American. and I'm proud of IL"
sity of Hawaii-Hilo, where he
stroke penalty he incurred for
for sixth Sunday with rod
"No one would have remem-
he says. :I cherish every op
plays varsity goif.
swearing on the course.
70-59-74-74. earning $8.4
with
bered If had shot 60."
portunity to break down stereo-
Notah and Clint used to tag
"I play with lots of emotion
But money isn't will.
He broke the Nike Tour rec-
types about Native Americans
along with their dad when he
and heart. and it sometimes
remember. It's that 59.
sam-
ord (60, by three players) and
and enlighten people.
Hey.
competed in a Thursday Twi-
gets me in trouble." he says. "I
He began the rout
cohol.
equaled the PGA Tour's best
everyone still thinks Columbus
light League at Ladera Golf
was a hothead in college, but
No. 10, making the turt
S the
by Al Geiberger (1977, Mem-
discovered America."
Club in Albuquerque.
I'm coming around. It's maybe
under par.
letter
in 28
phis Classic) and Chip Beck
Begay says wearing earrings
"Most of the guys didn't
one outburst a week now."
"He played so well
se is
(1991, Las Vegas Invitational).
comes from his culture
know the rules nor were they
Stanford coach Wally Good-
scary to watch." playing
four
"I guaranteed myself a small
"It's not uncommon for Na-
any good. including my fa-
win is a big Begay booster.
ner Joey Snyder III said
Perhaps
h a
piece of immortality within
tive American males to have
ther." says Begay, laughing
"Driving the ball IS his worst
He played one stretch
this game," Begay says. "It was
pierced ears." he explains.
"But that's how it all started."
enemy." Goodwin says. "He's a
holes in 7 under, includi
somewhere in between pitch
Wearing earrings is part of
As a youngster. Begay con-
wonderful iron and wedge
hole-in-one. When he real
should
er
ing a no-hitter and a perfect
ceremonial dances and rell-
vinced then-pro Don Zamora to
player. And he's one of the best
11 under with three to
ge
game in the World Series.
glous observations."
hire him in the summers. Za
putters I've ever seen."
starting thinking 59.
5
Begay,
nonexempt
Nike
His father, Notah Begay Jr.,
mora took Begay under his
Begay putts right-handed. if
"Believe it or not, this
Tour member, is the only, full-
is
full-blooded Navajo who
wing. Begay cleaned carts.
the putt breaks right-to-left He
an easy golf course." says B
shift the
blooded Native American on
lives in Albuquerque. where he
shagged balls and generally
putts left-handed when the ball
Johnson. who tied for second
major U.S. pro tours, according
works as a project manager for
made himself handy. He
is going to break left-to-right
Whether 59 was an abert
to the LPGA and PGA tours.
the Indian Health Service.
worked in exchange for hitting
He's best from the right side.
tion or harbinger of bett
He'll likely attain celebrity
His mother, Laura Ansere-
balls all day.
Despite his Stanford heroics.
days. time will tell. But hel
letter Phils resp
status in Albuquerque, where
Roybal. is one-half San Felipe
"A lot of people can relate to
he would not have made any-
right back on track after aban
be was a three-sport star to 900-
Pueblo and one-half Isleta She
the term gym rat," Begay says.
one's short list of likely candi-
doning a drastic three-year -
cer, basketball and golf at AF
lives in Santa Fe, where she
"I was the closest thing you'd
dates to fire 59 as a pro.
periment with his swing
buquerque Academy.
works for the Juvenile Justice
find to a golf course rat."
"I'm still basically looking
"He's got as much talent as
Begay still remembers driv-
Division of the New Mexico
His perseverance paid off.
for my game," says Begay. a
anybody, Casey Martin says
ing to the prestigious school in
Children, Youth and Families
He won 15 major junior and
three-time Stanford All-Amen-
The 59 could be the key to
your
his father's 1989 Chevrolet to
Department
amateur championships.
can. "It's frustrating after SO
getting him rolling."
take the actrance exams
"We separated at a young
His spectacular 59 was not
much success in college.
Begay's first name means
thoughts?
pulled up alongside a lot
age, and the boys (also brother
the first time he's gone low.
He earned $2,400 on the
"almost there" in Navajo. It's a
of Mercedes and BMWs." be
Clint). had to overcome that,"
He shot the lowest score in
Nike Tour in 1995. the year he
perfect fit after his perfor-
receits. falt out of place. I
says Notah's father, an ex-Ma-
NCAA history with a 62 in the
turned pro. It was $570 in 1996
mance at the Dominion Open.
didn't come from a very privi-
rine, They heard a lot of nega-
second round of the 1994
and nothing last year. He also
"I needed a good week,"
Smar
legad background My parents
tive things. It's amazing they
NCAA tournament won by
played the Canadian Tour and
Begay says. "That's my highest
secritions a lot for me.
were successful and didn't get
Stanford in Dallas.
minitours in '96 and '97.
finish ever, so I'm happy. a
Now be hopes to be a role
into 8 lot of trouble."
His 64 at the 1992 NCAA
His total Nike Tour earnings
clam. 1 think the be's
model by Native Americans.
Clint. two years younger
this year were $831 before the
steppingstone to better things.
championship in Albuquerque
Clinton Presidential Records
Digital Records Marker
This is not a presidential record. This is used as an administrative
marker by the William J. Clinton Presidential Library Staff.
This marker identifies the place of a tabbed divider. Given our
digitization capabilities, we are sometimes unable to adequately
scan such dividers. The title from the original document is
indicated below.
Divider Title:
11
Jun 02 70 10:19AM SENATOR KENNEDY
P.3
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR APPAREL LICENSEES
1. WAGES AND BENEFITS
The University recognizes that fair standards include payment of
a living wage that allows workers to meet the basic needs of a typical
family, plus provide for some discretionary income.
Licensees must provide wages and benefits which comply with
all applicable laws and regulations, and which meet or exceed local
prevailing wages and benefits in the relevant industry.
2. UNSAFE WORKING CONDITIONS
Licensees must provide employees with a safe and healthy work
environment. If residential facilities are provided to workers, they
must also be safe and healthy facilities.
3. PROTECTION OF WORKERS' RIGHTS
Employees shall not be required to work more than the lesser of
(a) 48 hours per week and 12 hours of overtime or (b) the limits on
regular and overtime hours allowed by the law of the country of
manufacture.
In addition to their compensation for regular hours of work,
employees must be compensated for overtime hours at a rate that is
legally required in that country, but not less than a rate equal to their
regular hourly compensation rate.
4. RIGHT TO ORGANIZE
Licensees must recognize and respect the right of employees to
freedom of association and collective bargaining
5. DISCLOSURE OF PLANT SITES
The licensees must provide to the university the names and
addresses of contractors and manufacturing plants which are involved
in the manufacture of items that bear, or will bear the university
name, trademark, or image.
6. INDEPENDENT MONITORING
Universities will work to develop a system of independer t
monitoring to ensure compliance with the Code of Conduct.
SENHTON
KENNEDY
P.2
June 8, 1998
President's name
university
address
City, Zip
Dear:
I'm writing to invite you to a press conference on "Apparel Licensees, Codes
of Conduct and Sweat Shops", to be held at Northeastern University on Monday,
TYPO
June 15 at 11:15 am. The press conference is being hosted by Northeastern's Center
on Sports in Society, and will be an opportunity for colleges and universities in
Massachusetts to express their support for appropriate standards in the
manufacturing of apparel that bears their names and symbols.
Sports are an important part of college and university life across the country,
and students and alumni alike take pride in wearing the emblems of their teams.
Often, however, the apparel is imported for sale in the United States, and .5
manufactured under harsh and unsafe labor conditions in foreign plants,
In recent weeks, I have been working with the Center for the Study of Sports
in Society and the Union of Needle Trades, Industrial, and Textile Employees
(UNITE) to develop principles that colleges and universities and other
organizations in our state can apply to avoid these abuses in the production of such
apparel.
I am enclosing a copy of the suggested principles for your consideration and I
hope very much that you will endorse them on June 15. They are based on the
codes of conduct adopted by Duke University last March, and recommended in
April 1997 by the Apparel Industry Partnership, which consists of major U S.
clothing manufacturers, human rights groups, and labor organizations, working
closely with the Clinton Administration.
I look forward to seeing you on June 15 and to working with you to and the
current flagrant abuses.
With respect and appreciation,
Sincerely,
Edward M. Kennedy