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Bollettieri had a hand in grooming 10 players who hit No. 1

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Nick Bollettieri may not be privy to the latest and greatest technology, but he put together an ecosystem of the world's most celebrated tennis players by simply assimilating players' needs and stern communication.

Story | Conversation | September 06, 2008

Ivanovic, Jankovic have propelled each other to the top

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The odds a city like Belgrade could germinate two dominating players seem remote. But Ana Ivanovic and Jelena Jankovic are on the precipice of a world No. 1 ranking -- because of each other.

Story | Conversation | June 03, 2008

Celtics' success traced, in part, to the fortunes of a blind son

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The Boston Celtics still are a threat to hoist a 17th championship banner, and they can thank, in part, 15-year-old Campbell Grousbeck. How has he influenced one of the most storied sports franchises? ESPN.com's Greg Garber explains.

Story | Conversation | May 16, 2008

Something about the lawns of Wimbledon for Venus

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

In a span of 20 hours, Venus Williams has dismissed two of the top five players in the world. As Greg Garber writes, there's something about the lawns of Wimbledon that makes her rise to the occasion.

Story | Conversation | July 05, 2007

Roger's reign on hold with Nadal's dominance

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

For the fourth time this year, Roger Federer has shown that he can beat everyone in the world. Everyone except Rafael Nadal.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2006

Every athlete's worst nightmare

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Sex sells the female athlete, but many of sport's most fawned over stars have found it attracts unwanted attention.

Story | March 29, 2005

The passion of the athlete

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Dodgers outfielder Shawn Green was forced to choose between his two passions. He chose sports and faith.

Story | Conversation | September 23, 2004

Drawing a line between them

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Tara Kirk's resum´ suggested she was a more logical choice for the Olympic team than sister Dana.

Story | Conversation | August 09, 2004

Cost of maximum security: $1.5 billion

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Greek officials desperately hope that an unprecedented $1.5 billion security effort will keep the Athens Games safe and prevent an act of terrorism at the Olympics.

Story | Conversation | August 09, 2004

Families produce two Olympians

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

There are eight sets of American siblings going to the Olympics and most have a shot at a medal.

Story | Conversation | August 09, 2004

Age is an advantage in shooting

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

At 52, Elizabeth Callahan is the oldest Olympian on the American roster. A former police captain, she competes in shooting.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2004

Triathletes go the extra mile

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Is all the extra training for a triathlon worth it? Ask Barb Lindquist and Hunter Kemper in August.

Story | Conversation | July 01, 2004

At what price Olympic glory?

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

The threat of terrorism has some athletes concerned for their safety, while others still look forward to competing in Athens.

Story | Conversation | May 04, 2004

Peete leads surprise Panthers to 3-0 record

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Rodney Peete, 36, hadn't thrown a pass in the NFL since 1999. But he's led the Panthers to a 3-0 start.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2002

Galleries can't rattle Garcia's rhythm

Greg Garber, ESPN.com

Sergio Garcia tried to ignore the galleries, who continued to taunt him. Still, he managed a 67.

Story | Conversation | June 15, 2002