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Sports headlines disappear amid national tragedy
Today is the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on our country. For those of us old enough, we remember the exact moment we became aware of the situation, and how the event impacted our lives from then on.
For me, I’m in Los Angeles. I had never been to New York, other than knowing the city through movies and sports. Over the next few days, I prepare to drive across the country to help in any way I can. I remember watching a news broadcast that said there were too many volunteers and not enough room to house and feed them. I eventually gave up on the impulsive project, but a few years later I was intrigued and moved to New York.
I remember how much of our daily lives were put on hold. As a major sports market, the impact on gaming is huge. It’s an important part of my social life.
I distinctly remember going to the first Los Angeles Dodgers game as America was trying to get back to some semblance of normalcy. Especially the pre-match flyover and the national anthem are crucial.
Little did I know that Michael Jordan would announce his return to basketball on September 11, 2001. This will be the headline news of the day.
After this incident, Jordan felt it was inappropriate to announce his return in a large press conference. Two weeks later, he issued a statement saying “I will return as a player to the game I love.”
Jordan signed with the Wizards, his second NBA team and his third in the league. He donated $1 million of his salary to the families of attack victims.
“While I am excited to be back in court, I am deeply saddened by the recent tragic events, and my heart goes out to the victims and their families,” Jordan said in the statement. “Out of my deepest sympathy for them. With deep respect, I will not be speaking to the media before the start of training camp.”
His first game back was at Madison Square Garden in New York City, the same night President George W. Bush threw out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium in Game 3 of the World Series.
However you choose to commemorate and commemorate the victims of the tragic events of 9/11, I sincerely hope you find peace and continue to heal, though we will never forget.
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