Great athletes inspire us. And playing sports is an incredible way to keep in shape without even thinking that you are working out. For me, nothing beats a day of mountain biking or two hours of hoops.
The first athlete I'll write an ode to is none other than A.I. I remember when I first heard the Philadelphia Sixers had drafted Allen Iverson in the first round, I told someone that our basketball woes were over. I was somewhat right. Although the Iverson-led Sixers didn't beat the Shaq-led Lakers in the championship series in 2001. Iverson carried that talent-challenged team to new heights.
Philadelphians like their professional athletes to go all-out. That's one thing that A.I. did every time he stepped on the court. Undersized, but full of heart and talent, Iverson inspires me with his sheer will.
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