OTL: Full Circle
Tom FriendSal Aunese died tragically before he could realize all his football goals. Now, 20 years later, the son who never knew him is trying to complete the dream.
Story | Conversation | September 17, 2009
OTL: Dream Chaser
Tom FriendAl Joyner feels the presence of Florence Griffith 25 years after Olympic glory. Now, in their daughter, he sees a young Flo Jo.
Story | Conversation | August 26, 2009
OTL: The Disposable Superstar
Tom FriendChauncey Billups has won an NBA title, been Finals MVP and is now driving Denver's playoff run. Not bad for a guy who has changed teams six times.
Story | Conversation | May 07, 2009
OTL: Lessons From My Father
Tom FriendDuke point guard Nolan Smith lost his dad at 8, but still hears him loud and clear.
Story | Conversation | March 05, 2009
OTL: The Boy Who Cried Cal
Tom FriendKevin Hart had fooled everyone. He said he'd been heavily recruited to play college football. He "chose" Cal over Oregon. A year later, he still suffers the consequences of his high school hoax.
Story | Conversation | January 29, 2009
OTL: Reaching Out
Tom FriendJulius Erving and his daughter, Alexandra Stevenson, are forging a relationship, 27 years after her birth.
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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