Mike Schmidt For UPenn Melanoma Conference

SPORTS SPEAKERS FOR CANCER RELATED EVENTS

Direct Sportslink has secured numerous sports celebrity speakers or sports celebrity appearances for cancer related events. Whether it's been a melanoma event (Mike Schmidt or Holly Rowe), colon cancer (Darryl Strawberry) or general cancer awareness events for fundraising efforts or brand initiatives we will provide you a targeted list of sports speakers that fit your criteria for your event. You can view our work with cancer related sports celebrities on our website.

Featured Cancer Related Booking:
Direct Sportslink has worked with The University of Pennsylvania's Melanoma Conference for many events. One of these events was securing legendary former Phillies great third baseman Mike Schmidt (a melanoma cancer survivor) to come in and talk to the group about his experience. Mike shared his personal story about having the cancer, importance of early detection and a little bit about his great baseball career. Mike also took photos with the guests and participated in a Facebook Live Q and A session to increase the awareness
POPULAR Cancer Speakers

Lance Armstrong
He is considered one of the greatest athletes ever, having won a record seven consecutive Tour de France competitions; He is a cancer survivor with a worldwide mission dedicated towards fighting against cancer

Paul Azinger
He was one of the top golfers in the world in the late '80's and early '90's: As captain, he led the 2008 U.S.

Amanda Beard
She is one of the most popular and accomplished female swimmers of all time

Jim Boeheim
He is one of the best college basketbal coaches ever having played for and coached at Syracuse University

Brett Butler
He is best known for overcoming cancer while playing professional baseball; His 1997 autobiography is titled, "Field of Hope"

Eric Davis
He helped lead the Cincinnati Reds to a World Series sweey of the Oakland A's in 1990; He is well known for surviving cancer and playing professional baseball at the same time

Len Dawson
He is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame; He was MVP of Super Bowl IV

Dave Dravecky
He is a Christian motivational speaker, author, and former Major League Baseball player; He is well remembered for his battle against cancer, which ended his career as his team was reaching the World Series

Scott Hamilton
He is a member of the United States Olympic Hall of Fame

Mark Herzlich
He is best known for making the NFL after surviving cancer while a star football player for Boston College University

Merril Hoge
Former NFL running back; Television analyst for NFL coverage; Cancer survivor

George Karl
He is among of a select group of NBA coaches to win 1000 games
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