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Community Is Strength

How Sports Build Community and Connection

Discover how sports build community, develop leadership, and create lifelong connections. Shareef Abdur-Rahim reflects on why the impact of sports extends far beyond the game.

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Abdur-Rahim

You might know me as a former NBA athlete. During my 12-year career as a pro athlete, I played for the Vancouver Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Sacramento Kings. I was also a member of the U.S. Olympics Men’s Basketball Team that won gold in 2000.

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Community Is Strength

How Sports Build Community and Connection

Living in New York, it's easy to become accustomed to seeing people from all over the world. Between the holidays, the US Open, concerts, and countless other events, the city is always full of visitors. But over the past few weeks, something has ...

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The Offseason Development Mindset For Lifelong Learners and Leaders

When people think about growth, they often focus on the most obvious moments. In sports, it might be the games, the performances, and the pressure that comes with competition. In business, it's a major project, a promotion, or an important ...

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