...Michael Jordan was a champion, the greatest basketball player to ever play the game. After winning his third championship with the Chicago Bulls there no was no doubt that Michael was the best. Jordan did something unheard of in today’s world of sports and decided to walk away. Too often superstars today milk as much fame and money out of their careers in professional sports. For Michael he knew there was more to life than just basketball. In the prime of his career Jordan was hit with the hardest news of his life. Jordan’s father had been shot and killed in a robbery along the border of Jordan’s home state, North Carolina. The news devastated the star. The close relationship between Michael and his father was something that was well known. Jordan decided the best way to honor his father would be to follow his father’s dream of seeing his son be a baseball player. A team, a sport, a nation all quivered as the idol of basketball was ready to throw away his talent to pick up a sport he hadn’t played since high school. Chicago Bulls and Chicago White Sox owner, Jerry Reinsdorf, thought that Jordan deserved a chance to fulfill this dream. Reinsdorf offered Jordan the opportunity to stay in Chicago and become a member of the White Sox. When Jordan joined the Chicago White Sox there were many doubters far and wide. The baseball world felt that Jordan was spitting on it. The idea that someone could pick up a baseball bat and just start hitting came across as insulting to baseball...
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...Michael Jordan is known to be the on the most iconic Basketball players in NBA history. Some people grasp to say that he made the NBA as popular as it is today. Many athletes fro this day are inspired by MJ. I chose Michael Jordan because I myself am obsessed with the NBA. Jordan is always brought up when in a conversation about basketball records and highest points. Another reason why I chose MJ is because he was on of the first NBA players to not just be on NBA television. MJ was on many TV commercials and even in one movie. Michael Jordan's childhood was very competitive and he may not have been the star that he was if he did not move. Michael Jordan was born on February 17, 1963, in Brooklyn, New York. Michael and his family then moved to Wilmington, North Carolina to get away from the druggy streets of Brooklyn. Jordan was always competitive at an early age. His father said, "what he does have is a competition problem, He was born with that..." This is important because if Jordan and his family did not move to North Carolina Jordan my could have been caught...
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...The Rise of Michael Jordan: Michael Jordan is one of the best and well-known basketball players of all time and I bet anyone would put him on their basketball team. I don’t know why anyone would ever doubt his athletic abilities. However, in high school, people did. Instead of hanging his head and quitting at his dreams and quitting the basketball team like most would do, this doubt drove him to work harder. In Michael Jordan’s life, he showed a lot of intelligent behaviors like cooperative thinking, perseverance, metacognition, decreasing impulsivity and more, but the main behavior that I think he demonstrated was perseverance. The most popular story of Jordan’s perseverance occurred in his sophomore year at Emsley A. Laney High School....
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...The Life Story of Michael Jordan Michael Jordan, one of the world’s greatest players anyone has ever seen. One of the most legendary moments I know is when he dunked the ball over guard Bobby Henson to a thundering roar. Utah owner Larry Miller yelled at Jordan, “Why don’t you pick on somebody your own size?” After pilfering the ball again, Jordan slammed it over seven-foot four- inch defensive Stalwart Mark Eaton and shouted back to miller, “Was that big enough (Porter 23)?” Michael Jordan’s early life wasn’t any different from anyone else’s. Michael Jeffrey Jordan was born on February 17, 1963 in Brooklyn New York. He later grew up in Wilmington North Carolina (Johnson 203). Michael’s parents were not athletic but they encouraged their five children to excel in sports if they chose to participate. Michael’s older brother Larry was considered the athlete of the family. Michael and Larry played basketball against each other, and when Michael was thirteen, his father put in a backyard court. Michael went to Laney High School in Wilmington (Johnson 203). As a freshman at Wilmington’s Laney High School. Jordan tried out for the varsity basketball team and was cut. Between his sophomore and junior years of high school Jordan added several inches to his height. By the time he was a senior he stood at six feet six. He became one of the most widely- recruited high school athletes in the country (Phelps 87). Michael decided to stick with basketball because of his added height, broad...
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...Specific subject: Michael Jordan’s road to super stardom and his mark on the world. Purpose statement: After listening to my speech audience will know some early years of Michael Jordan and how his legacy began. Introduction: Michael Jordan didn’t just wake up and decide to be a legend. It took hard work, dedication, and determination, for him to be an achiever. Jordan grew up living a normal life, then he became a dominant force in the NBA, and now society is being affected. Thesis: While there are many other great players in the world today who played/ plays in the NBA, Michael Jordan has showed why he is a legendary player. Body Paragraphs I. Michael Jordan grew up living a simple normal life. A. Michael was born on February 27th, 1963 in Brooklyn NY. B. Lived in North Carolina C. In high school he attended Ensley A. Laney. baseball, football, and basketball Sophomore year only 5’11. his best friend Leroy who was 6’4 made the cut. (www.biography.com) D. setback 1. Michael made the varsity team the next year. 2. Grew an extra 4 inches over the summer and was now 6’3. 3. During the season as a junior he avg 20 pts 4. Made the McDonald's All-American team. E. North Carolina 1. Shining moment in the 1982 NCAA Championship. 2. Achievements a. As a sophomore he was named...
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...Was Michael Jordan the most influential Player in the NBA? Michael Jordan was arguably the best basketball player ever but was he the most influential? That is a controversial question today. Jordan has 6 championship rings, and numerous MVP’s. He is 6’7 and couldn’t be stopped when he was in his prime. Michael Jordan’s story to me makes him the most influential player in basketball. Another reason that makes him so influential is his name. MJ is known worldwide and there are numerous statues around the world in his honor. Finally the way he entertained his audience on the court is a reason why he is influential (espn.com). Michael Jordan was born in Brooklyn but his home town was in Wilmington, NC. He attended Laney high school in Wilmington where he failed to make his school’s varsity basketball team. That did not stop him, he not only made his high school varsity team but he went to North Carolina University and led them to win the championship in 1983(nba.com). The next year he was drafted by the Chicago Bulls, that year he began his road to superstardom (nba.com). Michael Jordan’s name is one of the most popular names in the world. His name is behind numerous ads and sneaker lines. He has released his retro sneakers over and over and they are getting more popular by the year. His shoes are so popular that people are getting murdered over them. According to fox news Joshua Woods, 22, got one of the few vouchers to buy a pair of the latest shoes for himself and his...
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...In your opinion who is the best NBA player to ever play the game? In this essay I'm going to explain the reasoning behind why i think michael jordan is the best player to ever play! I'm going to give you career statistics, and awards he earned throughout his career to make him the best player to ever play. Michael Jeffrey Jordan, born february 17, 1963 in brooklyn, new york. He played at laney high school in wilmington, north carolina. He was 6 foot 6, 216 pounds, and was an amazing basketball player. He was signed to the chicago bulls in 1984. His primary position was shooting guard but could just about play all five positions in basketball. Michael Jordan played 15 seasons in the NBA. He played at North Carolina University and was a...
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...process utilized, distinctive qualities, leadership styles, functional example, challenges, significant successes TEAM LEADERSHIP PAPER 3 DEMONTRATION OF LEADERSHIP TRAITS IN MANAGING A TEAM Michael Jordan, considered the greatest basketball players of all time, is worldly known for leading the Chicago Bulls to six world championships in the 1990s. A leader indeed, whose qualities stem from more than his skills as a basketball player. Michael Jordon is a leader due to his character as well as his accomplishments. A leader is the person who commands a group, organization, or country; a person followed by others. ("Dictionary.com,") Michael Jordan was the leader for The Chicago Bulls, a professional basketball team which possessed a great deal of strengths, as well as weaknesses. However, despite the flaws coupled with multiple challenges, the team had one thing in common and one goal to accomplish – winning championships. Winning championships was not an easy task for the Chicago Bulls. What many people now overlook is that Michael Jordan played in the NBA for seven seasons before winning his first NBA title. It wasn't until the right collection of players, along with the appropriate coach, was assembled that the dynasty began to take shape. But during this time, Michael Jordan developed teamwork and intelligence from within, in fact, organically. One of...
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...reasoning behind the shoe. In image one, we see the shoe up close with a spotlight shining down to enhance the detail with a solid black background. It is a jet black shoe with an air cushion on the sole. It has a combination of mesh and solid material that reflects the light. To the left of the shoe, the text contains both white and gray color. It says and large, bold text, "unbreakable. Lightweight explosiveness. The LeBron X” (Nike. The LeBron X.). The Nike logo also called the swoosh is above the text. From the type of swoosh, the advertisement is of the 1995 to present era. You can call this advertisement by the name of the shoe, LeBron advertisement. However, the second image is very different. This image is more focused on Michael Jordan as he is holding the shoe in his right hand at...
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...This is one of the most controversial topics in the history of NBA today. I will finally put to rest all of the doubt that Michael Jordan is, was, and will always be the best player ever to play in the NBA. I know I sound bias but everyone in the world is comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan. There are many similar traits about the two players but there are also many differences. I will cover as many as possible in both areas about both players and once you read the facts you will finally understand why Jordan is the King not James. Michael Jordan started his basketball career when he went to the University of North Carolina. While attending college he won a national championship and cemented that he was a great college player. Jordan was drafted into the League in 1984 and from there the rest is history. Michael Jordan was a Six-time NBA champion (1991-93, 1996-98); NBA MVP (1988, '91, '92, '96, '98); 10-time All-NBA First Team (1987-93, 1996-98); All-NBA Second Team (1985); Defensive Player of the Year (1988); Nine-time All-Defensive First Team (1988-93, 1996-98); Rookie of the Year (1985); 14-time All-Star; All-Star MVP (1988, '96, '98); Two-time Olympic gold medalist (1984, '92). He was also the all-time leader for average points per game with 30.1. LeBron James was drafted into the league straight out of high school in 2004. He has played in the NBA for ten years and for two teams. LeBron is a three-time NBA regular season MVP and one-time NBA Finals MVP, two-time...
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...Michael Jordan vs LeBron James This is one of the most controversial topics in the history of NBA today. I will finally put to rest all of the doubt that Michael Jordan is, was, and will always be the best player ever to play in the NBA. I know I sound bias but everyone in the world is comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan. There are many similar traits about the two players but there are also many differences. I will cover as many as possible in both areas about both players and once you read the facts you will finally understand why Jordan is the King not James. Michael Jordan started his basketball career when he went to the University of North Carolina. While attending college he won a national championship and cemented that he was a great college player. Jordan was drafted into the League in 1984 and from there the rest is history. Michael Jordan was a Six-time NBA champion (1991-93, 1996-98); NBA MVP (1988, '91, '92, '96, '98); 10-time All-NBA First Team (1987-93, 1996-98); All-NBA Second Team (1985); Defensive Player of the Year (1988); Nine-time All-Defensive First Team (1988-93, 1996-98); Rookie of the Year (1985); 14-time All-Star; All-Star MVP (1988, '96, '98); Two-time Olympic gold medalist (1984, '92). He was also the all-time leader for average points per game with 30.1. LeBron James was drafted into the league straight out of high school in 2004. He has played in the NBA for ten years and for two teams. LeBron is a three-time NBA regular...
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...This is one of the most controversial topics in the history of NBA today. I will finally put to rest all of the doubt that Michael Jordan is, was, and will always be the best player ever to play in the NBA. I know I sound bias but everyone in the world is comparing LeBron James to Michael Jordan. There are many similar traits about the two players but there are also many differences. I will cover as many as possible in both areas about both players and once you read the facts you will finally understand why Jordan is the King not James. Michael Jordan started his basketball career when he went to the University of North Carolina. While attending college he won a national championship and cemented that he was a great college player. Jordan was drafted into the League in 1984 and from there the rest is history. Michael Jordan was a Six-time NBA champion (1991-93, 1996-98); NBA MVP (1988, '91, '92, '96, '98); 10-time All-NBA First Team (1987-93, 1996-98); All-NBA Second Team (1985); Defensive Player of the Year (1988); Nine-time All-Defensive First Team (1988-93, 1996-98); Rookie of the Year (1985); 14-time All-Star; All-Star MVP (1988, '96, '98); Two-time Olympic gold medalist (1984, '92). He was also the all-time leader for average points per game with 30.1. LeBron James was drafted into the league straight out of high school in 2004. He has played in the NBA for ten years and for two teams. LeBron is a three-time NBA regular season MVP and one-time NBA Finals MVP, two-time...
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...Nike Basketball and Accessories Our Marketing plan is to sell Nike Basketballs, rims, nets, shirts, socks, shoes, and head bands. The main purpose is to promote the basketball and tell you why Nike is different from our competitors. A basketball is an inflated ball used in the game of basketball. Basketballs typically range in size from very small promotional items possibly only a few inches in diameter to extra large balls nearly a foot in diameter used in training exercises to increase the skill of players. The standard size of a basketball in the NBA is 29.5 inches in circumference. Nearly all basketballs have an inflatable inner rubber bladder, generally wrapped in layers of fiber and then covered with a tacky surface made either from leather (traditional), rubber, or a synthetic composite. As in most inflatable balls, there is a small opening to allow the pressure to be increased or decreased. The surface of the ball is nearly always divided by "ribs" that are recessed below the surface of the ball in a variety of configurations and are generally a contrasting color. An orange surface with black ribs and a possible logo is the traditional color scheme of basketballs but they are sold in various colors. Balls are generally designated for indoor (generally made of leather or absorbent composites), or all-surface use (generally made of rubber or durable composites, also known as Indoor/Outdoor balls). Indoor balls tend to be considerably more expensive than all-surface...
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...Michael Jordan " I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." Those encouraging words were spoken by Michael Jordan. Michael Jordan was born in Brooklyn, New York, on February 17, 1963. His parents, James and Delores Jordan, moved to Wilmington, North Carolina when he was still a toddler. Jordan has two older brothers, one older sister, and one younger sister. I am going to tell you why Jordan is in fact so famous. To get there he had to overcome tough obstacles but it the end has many great achievements. His love for basketball began when his older brother, Larry, continuously beat him in one-on-one pickup games. As with any challenge Jordan faces, this determined Michael to become a better player. Jordan played basketball for Laney High School in Wilmington, North Carolina. Ironically, Jordan was cut from the varsity team as a sophomore. Instead of giving up after failing to make the team, Jordan used it to spur himself to greater achievements, practicing hour after hour on the court. "Whenever I was working out and got tired and figured I ought to stop, I'd close my eyes and see that list in the locker room without my name on it," Jordan said, "and that usually got me going again." He eventually made the team and led it to the state championship. Jordan then accepted a basketball scholarship...
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...I am the Air Jordan 11 “Bred” , why? Well let me tell you. The first reason is because we both “came out” in 2001. Even though the original came out in 1995 wore by Michael Jordan when he came back from baseball. This is the season he lead the Chicago Bulls to 72-10 record and a championship. That is the greatest season of all time by one team. That's another reason I picked these because I always try to have the best season of all time. The reason I picked a retro is because even though I was born in 2001 I relate more to the 90’s when the original shoe came out. The shoes were made too look good on and off court, so he could wear the with his tuxedos after games. This also relates to me as I can both look good on the field or court and look good off the field and court....
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